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sPrograms of Study Listing .................................................... 1Programs of Study ........................................................ 3-117General Education .................................................... 118-119Admissions ............................................................... 120-124Tuition, Fees, Financial Aid .............................................. 123Transferring Credits to CCC ........................................... 124Developmental Education ....................................... 132-133Earn a BA, MA at CCC .................................................... 125Academic Information .............................................. 126-127Academic Services ........................................................... 128Student Services ....................................................... 128-130Student Life, Athletics ...................................................... 131Course Descriptions ................................................ 134-161Community & Workforce Education ....................... 162-163Security, Safety, Parking ................................................... 164Policies ..................................................................... 165-166Personnel ................................................................. 167-174Directions to the College ................................................ 175Calendar .................................................................. 176-177Campus Map .................................................................... 178

MissionCumberland County College is a comprehensive communitycollege that is accessible, learning-centered, and dedicated toserving a diverse community of learners and employers throughquality innovative programs and services. The college is committedto student success and completion, and to the core elements ofliberal arts, transfer, career, technical, professional and communityeducation.

VisionCumberland County College serves as a catalyst for creatingcollaborative relationships across the county that enhance thequality of life through excellence in education, communityleadership and economic growth.

Diversity StatementCumberland County College will value and ensure a faculty, staffand student community that closely reflects all segments ofCumberland County.

Goals include:•Promote, celebrate and embrace cultural, racial and ethnic

diversity across the curriculum and through co-curricular and socialevents.

•Hire and retain individuals that reflect cultural, racial and ethnicdiversity.

•Improve student success rates.

AccreditationCumberland County College is accredited by theMiddle States Commission on Higher Education3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor WestPhiladelphia, PA 19104267/284-5000www.msche.org

Cumberland County CollegeSenior OfficersShelly O. Schneider, Ed.D., Interim President

Jacqueline Galbiati, Ed.D., MSN, RN, Vice PresidentAcademic Affairs & Student Services

Kimberly Ayres, Ph.D.Temporary Chief Financial Officer

Cumberland County CollegeBoard of TrusteesPamela Ann Sjogren, ChairDonna M. Perez, Vice ChairChristine L. Ward Garrison, Ph.D., TreasurerJoseph P. Cassisi, SecretaryMichelle D. BrownGinger ChaseMichael R. DeLeonPatrick W. McGroryPeggy NicolosiChelsea Charlesworth, Alumni Trustee

Pride... Service... Excellence

Produced by Offices ofCommunications & Marketing andAcademic Affairs & Student ServicesCopyright© all rights reserved

Printed: December 2015. For the most current information,please visit our website at cccnj.edu.

CumberlandCOUNTY COLLEGE

The provisions of this bulletin are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contractbetween Cumberland County College and the students. The college reserves theright to change any provision or requirement at any time, but its practice is to makeno provision retroactive.

Cumberland County College endorses the concepts of nondiscrimination andequal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality,ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status, civil union status,domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, geneticinformation, liability for military service, and mental or physical disability, perceiveddisability, and AIDS/HIV status. The college follows the guidelines of Section 504 ofthe 1973 Federal Rehabilitation Act, which mandates equal access to education fordisabled students. Campus Coordinator for Title IX and 504 activities is the ExecutiveDirector of Human Resources, Administration Building, 856/691-8600, ext. 1235.This individual is designated to coordinate the college’s efforts to comply with andcarry out its responsibilities under Title IX, section 504/the ADA, and the AgeDiscrimination Act, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, disability andage, respectively.

The college cannot guarantee that any of the courses taken under any of thecurricula offered will be transferable to other colleges or universities. Successfulcredit transfer requires careful planning. Students should work closely with academicadvisors and counselors to obtain the most up-to-date information possibleconcerning college and university transfer policies.

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Cumberland County College was the first community college in New Jersey to openits own campus in October 1966. Today, the college is dedicated to preparing studentsand community members for success in the ever-changing global environment.

Cumberland’s core values - pride, service, excellence - drive its attitude towarddelivering outstanding academic programs and services. The college’s reputationfor quality flows from innovative professors who teach in well-equipped classroomsand laboratories.

Enrolling more than 4,000 students during the academic year, Cumberland CountyCollege is fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.More than 13,000 students have graduated from CCC since it opened.

More than half of CCC’s graduates continue their education at four-year collegesand universities. The college’s graduates have successfully transferred to every collegein New Jersey and scores of colleges and universities throughout America. Careerprogram graduates become a vital part of the work force.

The college’s 100-acre campus provides an outstanding educational and socialatmosphere.

•The Frank Guaracini Jr. Fine and Performing Arts Center is the cultural center ofthe region, featuring local and world-class entertainment and cultural events.

•The Student and Enrollment Services Center is a modern “one-stop” facility forstudent activities and services.

•The George Luciano Sr. Conference Center is a first-rate events facility whereorganizations can hold conferences, banquets and meetings.

•The Paul Navone Healthcare Education Center features futuristic laboratoriesand modern, multifunctional classrooms.

•The Paula J. Ring Education Center located on Buck Street in Millville housesthe Workforce and Community Education programs and offices along with practicalnursing and other allied health classes.

•Clay College located on High Street in the Millville Arts District is a spaciousfacility that is equipped with pottery wheels, kilns and a gallery at the entranceshowcasing the work of students as well as local and regional artists.

•STEAMworks, South Jersey’s first “makerspace” offering entrepreneurs andartists access to new high-tech creation tools.

Degrees and CertificatesAssociate in Arts (AA)Associate in Arts (AA)Associate in Arts (AA)Associate in Arts (AA)Associate in Arts (AA)Transfer oriented programs that emphasize the liberalarts, social sciences and humanities.

Associate in FAssociate in FAssociate in FAssociate in FAssociate in Fine Arts (AFine Arts (AFine Arts (AFine Arts (AFine Arts (AFA)A)A)A)A)Designed as a transfer program for students who want aconcentration of fine arts courses to enter a BFA degree.

Associate in Science (AS)Associate in Science (AS)Associate in Science (AS)Associate in Science (AS)Associate in Science (AS)Transfer oriented programs that emphasize mathematics,science, business and allied health programs.

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Designed to prepare students for job entry with emphasisin the applied arts and sciences for careers typically at thetechnical or semiprofessional level.

Academic CertificateAcademic CertificateAcademic CertificateAcademic CertificateAcademic CertificateDesigned to be the equivalent of a one-year program with30-36 semester hours of instruction.

Career CertificateCareer CertificateCareer CertificateCareer CertificateCareer CertificateSpecial training programs designed to include at least 12-29 semester hours of instruction.

ShortShortShortShortShort-----TTTTTerm Term Term Term Term Training Certificateraining Certificateraining Certificateraining Certificateraining CertificateShort-term training programs are designed to supportbusiness and industry.

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PageAccountingAccounting AAS .............................................. 3Accounting AC ................................................ 4

Agriculture/HorticultureAgriculture AAS .............................................. 5

•Agribusiness option AAS ............................ 6Agriculture/Ornamental Horticulture AC ...... 7Horticulture AAS ............................................ 8Floriculture CC .............................................. 9Landscape Technician CC ............................. 10

BusinessBusiness Studies AA...................................... 11Business Management AAS ........................... 12

•Entrepreneurship option AAS ................. 13•Finance option AAS .................................. 14•Human Resources option AAS ................. 15•Insurance option AAS ............................... 16•International option AAS .......................... 17•Marketing option AAS .............................. 18

Business Management AC ............................ 19Business Management/Insurance AC ............ 20Culinary Arts AAS ......................................... 21Entrepreneurship/Small

Business Leadership CC ............................ 22Retail Sales CC .............................................. 23Retail Sales ST ............................................... 24

Communications•*LA/Communications option AA ............. 25•*LA/Journalism option AA........................ 26•*LA/Public Relations option AA ............... 27•*LA/Television & Digital Media option AA ........... 28

Entertainment Technology AC ..................... 29

Computer ScienceComputer Science AS .................................. 30

•Information Systems option AS ............... 31Network Management AAS ......................... 32

•Cyber Security option AAS ..................... 33Networking Associate AC ........................... 34Networking Associate CC ........................... 35

Education•*LA/Elementary/Secondary Education AA ........... 36

Early Childhood Preschool Education AAS .............. 37Early Childhood Education AC .................... 38Infant/Toddler CC ......................................... 39Teacher’s Aide in Early

Childhood Education CC ........................... 40Early Childhood

Education Management ST ......................... 41

Energy TechnologyNuclear Energy Technology AAS ................. 42Sustainable Energy Technology AAS ............ 43

EngineeringEngineering AS .............................................. 44

Engineering TechnologyEngineering Technology AAS ........................ 45Engineering Technology AC.......................... 46

Engineering Technology/Electronics Technology AC ...................... 47

Engineering Technology/Electronics Technology CC ...................... 48

Fine and Performing ArtsFine Arts AFA ............................................... 49•Theatre/Acting option AFA ...................... 50•*LA//Art Education option AA ................. 51•*LA/Art Therapy option AA .................... 52•*LA/Ceramics option AA ......................... 53•*LA/Design/Fine Arts option AA ............. 54•*LA/Music option AA ............................... 55•*LA/Theatre Education option AA .......... 56

Ceramic Technology AC ............................... 57

Glass TechnologyGlass Art AFA ............................................... 58Scientific Glass Technology AAS .................. 59

Graphic DesignGraphic Design AAS ..................................... 60•*LA/Graphic Arts AA ............................... 61

Game Design & Development AS ................ 62Computer Graphics/

Desktop Publishing AC ............................ 63

Health SciencesBiomedical Science AS .................................. 64•Healthcare option AS ......................... 65-66•Exercise Science option AS ..................... 67

Health Science AAS ...................................... 68Health Science AC ........................................ 69Health Information Technology AAS ............ 70Medical Coding AC ....................................... 71Nursing AAS ................................................. 72Occupational Therapy Assistant AS ....... 73-74Psychosocial Rehabilitationand Treatment AS ....................................... 75

Radiography AAS .......................................... 76Respiratory Therapy AAS ............................ 77Practical Nursing AC .................................... 78Home Health Aide ST .................................. 79

Justice StudiesJustice Studies AS ......................................... 80•Justice Studies/Corrections AS ................ 81•Justice Studies/Forensics & Technology AS .......... 82•Justice Studies/Homeland Security AS ..... 83

Justice Studies/Criminal Justice AC .............. 84Justice Studies/Emergency Management AC ............ 85Justice Studies/Gangs & Juvenile Delinquency AC ..... 86Justice Studies/Homeland Security AC ........ 87Justice Studies/Homeland Security CC ........ 88Justice Studies/Private Security CC ............. 89

Liberal ArtsAA degrees in this listing with the LA prefixare Liberal Arts optionsLiberal Arts AA ............................................. 90•*LA/History option AA ............................ 91•*LA/Literature option AA ........................ 92

•*LA/Philosophy & Religion option AA ..... 93•*LA/Social Science option AA .................. 94•*LA/Spanish option AA ............................ 95

Mathematics/ScienceMathematics & Science AS ........................... 96•Chemistry option AS ............................... 97•Environmental Science option AS ............ 98•Mathematics option AS ............................ 99

Office AdministrationOffice Administration AAS ......................... 100•Government Office option AAS ............ 101•Health Service option AAS .................... 102

Office Administration AC ........................... 103Office Administration CC .......................... 104Office Administration ST............................ 105Office Administration/Government AC ..... 106Office Administration/Government CC ..... 107Office Administration/Health Service AC ............. 108Office Administration/Health Service CC .............. 109Office Administration/Legal Office CC ...... 110

Paralegal StudiesParalegal Studies AS .................................... 111•Spanish AS .............................................. 112

Public AdministrationPublic Administration AS ............................ 113

Social ServiceSocial Service AS ........................................ 114•Gerontology option AS .......................... 115

Alcohol & Drug Counseling AC ................. 116

Technical StudiesTechnical Studies AAS ................................. 117

Programs of StudyAA Associate in ArtsAFA Associate in Fine ArtsAS Associate in ScienceAAS Associate in Applied ScienceAC Academic CertificateCC Career CertificateST Short-Term Training Certificate

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*AA degrees with the LA prefixare Liberal Arts options

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Accounting

Accounting

Associate in Applied ScienceAccounting

Accounting is one of the most rapidlyexpanding fields in today’s economy. Since itis service oriented, it involves working withpeople almost as much as with financialrecords. As an accountant, you will not onlycollect and report financial data, but alsoserve as the link between the data and thepeople who use it.

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 AC 201 Intermediate Accounting I 4 AC 202 Intermediate Accounting II 4 AC 221 Cost Accounting I 3 AC 231 Federal Taxation: Individuals 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 288 Strategic Management 4 Business Elective* 3 Computer Science Elective 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing orororororSP 203 Effective Speech 3

MA 109 Principles of Mathematics 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science ororororor

Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix ofBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, AC

(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)Curriculum Code: 520

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost, sometimes all, of their CCC creditstransfer to four-year colleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities. Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

·Prepare financial statements according to Generally AcceptedAccounting Principles, prepare journal entries and complete theaccounting cycle using computerized general ledger software.·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Demonstrate managerial and cost accounting concepts.·Analyze and interpret financial statements for economic decision-making.·Effectively communicate with use of financial information orally and inwriting.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesAccountant

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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AccountingAcademic CertificateAccounting

Accounting

This program is most appealing for studentsseeking to acquire the necessary skills thatcan be immediately applicable in the workplace.

Credits will transfer into CCC’sAccounting associate’s degree program aswell as preparation for the CPA exam forstudents possessing four-year degrees.

This program is designed to prepare studentsfor entry-level bookkeeping and accountingpositions. Accounting is one of the mostrapidly expanding fields in today’s economy.Since it is service oriented, it involves workingwith people almost as much as with financialrecords. As an accountant, you will not onlycollect and report financial data, but alsoserve as the link between the data and thepeople who use it.

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 AC 201 Intermediate Accounting I 4 AC 202 Intermediate Accounting II 4 AC 221 Cost Accounting I 3 Computer Science Elective 3 Accounting Elective 3 BU 109 Business Law 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 Social Science Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3434343434

Note:Note:Note:Note:Note: Accounting Elective: any course with an AC prefix

(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)Curriculum Code: 523

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the components of Accounting;•Describe the formal and informal links between financial data and theindividuals that use it.

Gainful Employment LinkGainful Employment LinkGainful Employment LinkGainful Employment LinkGainful Employment Linkhttp://www.cccnj.edu/ge/Accounting/GE%20-%20Accounting.html

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level accountant; bookeeper

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Students learn propagating, growing andmaintaining of agricultural and horticulturalcrops. Graduates may choose from a variety ofcareer related fields such as greenhouse,nursery, orchard and garden centermanagement, or sales for retail and wholesalecompanies.

(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)

AG 105 Introduction to Agricultural Science 3 AG 201 Agricultural Marketing 3 AG 207 Agricultural Pest Control 4 OH 103 Plant Science 4 OH 104 Plant Propagation 3 OH 109 Research/Internship 1 OH 201 Introduction to Soil Science 4 OH 204 Greenhouse Management 4 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 2

General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 BI 101 General Biology I 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

AG 102 Equipment Operation 2 AG 203 Fruit Production 3 AG 206 Vegetable Production 3 OH 106 Plant Materials 3 OH 108 Herbaceous Plants 3 OH 202 Landscape Design I 4 OH 203 Turf Management 3 OH 208 Nursery Management 3

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

AgricultureAssociate in Applied ScienceAgriculture

Agriculture/Horticulture

Curriculum Code: 650

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost, sometimes all, of their CCC creditstransfer to four-year colleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply knowledge of the Anatomy and Physiology of vascular plants byidentifying, selecting and managing agricultural crops.•Successfully propagate a variety of plants using specific propagationtechniques.•Produce a plan to organize and operate an Agriculture enterprise.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.•Gain knowledge of field work in production agriculture.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesGreenhouse production, nursery production, orchard and garden centermanagement, or sales for retail and wholesale companies.

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Agriculture/AgribusinessAssociate in Applied ScienceAgriculture/Agribusiness

Agriculture/Horticulture

AG 105 Introduction to Agricultural Science 3 AG 201 Agricultural Marketing 3 AG 207 Agricultural Pest Control 4 OH 103 Plant Science 4 OH 104 Plant Propagation 3 OH 109 Research/Internship 1 OH 201 Introduction to Soil Science 4 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 BI 101 General Biology I 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 209 Small Business Management 3 EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)

Students are prepared for employment in thearea of marketing agricultural products. Thisoption allows students to take courses inbusiness and economics for entry positions inagribusiness.

Curriculum Code: 651

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost, sometimes all, of their CCC creditstransfer to four-year colleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate proficiency in written and oral skills in communicating asan agribusiness manager.•Demonstrate agribusiness skills in free market and global economies.•Demonstrate the ability to retrieve and critically evaluate informationfrom a variety of sources in Agribusiness.•Research, develop, organize, and write a business plan for anagribusiness enterprise.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesFarm appraisal, International marketing, farm management, cattle andgrain buying, political advocacy, market and policy analysis, research andquality control, agriculture-related legal practice, private, public, orcorporate law, grain merchandising, price/risk management.

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Agriculture/Ornamental Horticulture

Academic CertificateAgriculture/Ornamental Horticulture

Agriculture/Horticulture

This program prepares students foremployment opportunities in agriculture orornamental horticulture commercialbusinesses. Students gain the knowledgeneeded to grow and market agriculture andornamental horticulture crops.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

AG 201 Agricultural Marketing 3 AG 207 Agricultural Pest Control 4 OH 103 Plant Science 4 OH 104 Plant Propagation 3 OH 201 Introduction to Soil Science 4 OH 204 Greenhouse Management 4 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (9 credits)General Education Requirements (9 credits)General Education Requirements (9 credits)General Education Requirements (9 credits)General Education Requirements (9 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 Mathematics Elective* 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3434343434

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

AG 203 Fruit Production 3 AG 206 Vegetable Production 3 OH 130 Identification of Interior Plants 3 OH 208 Nursery Production 3

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(25 credits)(25 credits)(25 credits)(25 credits)(25 credits)Curriculum Code: 663

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

•Apply knowledge of the Anatomy and Physiology of vascular plants byidentifying, selecting and managing agricultural crops.•Successfully propagate a variety of plants using specific propagationtechniques.•Gain the knowledge needed to market ornamental horticulture crops.•Gain knowledge of field work in production agriculture.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesLandscaping, landscape design, golf course management, garden centeroperation, and nursery or greenhouse management.

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HorticultureAssociate in Applied ScienceHorticulture

Agriculture/Horticulture

Horticulture students are prepared for an everexpanding area of employment. By usingprogram electives, students may tailor theirindividual programs to develop knowledgeand skills to train them in specialties of theirchoosing. Students receiving an A.A.S. degreein Horticulture may choose from a variety ofcareer areas that include landscaping,landscape design, golf course management,garden center operation, and nursery orgreenhouse management.

(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)(37 credits)

AG 105 Introduction to Agricultural Science 3 AG 201 Agricultural Marketing 3 AG 207 Agricultural Pest Control 4 OH 103 Plant Science 4 OH 104 Plant Propagation 3 OH 109 Research/Internship 1 OH 201 Introduction to Soil Science 4 OH 204 Greenhouse Management 4 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 2

General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)General Education Requirements (26 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 BI 101 General Biology I 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

AG 102 Equipment Operation 2 OH 106 Plant Materials 3 OH 108 Herbaceous Plants 3 OH 130 Interior Plants and Plantscaping 3 OH 202 Landscape Design I 4 OH 203 Turf Management 3 OH 206 Landscape Construction 2

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Curriculum Code: 660

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Identify, select, and use horticulture materials, tools, and equipment toinstall and maintain landscape elements•Prepare a landscape plan and bid proposal for residential or smallcommercial property•Identifying, selecting, and propagating wood and herbaceous plantsused in the Mid-Atlantic region.•Students will be able to locate, retrieve, and critically evaluateinformation and information sources.•Demonstrate field work in horticulture.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level positions in growing or marketing of agricultural products.

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Career CertificateFloriculture Floriculture

Agriculture/Horticulture

The career certificate can be used toupgrade skills for those employed inhorticulture, can be used for personalknowledge and enrichment, or for thoseconsidering owning a retail flower shop.

BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 209 Small Business Management 3 OH 103 Plant Science 4 OH 104 Plant Propagation 3 OH 121 Floral Design I 3 OH 122 Floral Design II 3 OH 108 Herbaceous Plants 3 OH 204 Greenhouse Management 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2626262626

Students learn the basics of growing flowersand gain experience in floral design.

(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)Curriculum Code: 979

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply the knowledge of basic floriculture skills.•Successfully design basic floral arrangements.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesFloral designer, florist.

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Agriculture/Horticulture

Curriculum Code: 970

Career CertificateLandscape Technician

Landscape Technician

(19 credits)(19 credits)(19 credits)(19 credits)(19 credits)

AG 102 Equipment Operation & Management 2 OH 103 Plant Science 4 OH 106 Plant Materials 3 OH 109 Internship 1 OH 201 Introduction to Soil Science 4 OH 203 Turfgrass Management 3 OH 206 Landscape Construction 2

Total Creditsotal Creditsotal Creditsotal Creditsotal Credits 1919191919

Cumberland County, as well as the southernNew Jersey region is experiencing anunprecedented housing boom. County-wide,there are at least 8,000 approvals for housingunits to be constructed over the next severalyears. The race track in Millville is scheduledto open during the summer of 2008. Thesebuilding activities will attract more businessesand residents. All of this will require a greaternumber of landscape professionals.

Certificate programs provide specificcareer skills development as well as theopportunity to test an area of interest, orenhance a degree program. Students whocomplete a certificate program can continueto obtain a degree.

To prepare students for the CertifiedLandscape Technician (CLT) programsponsored by the New Jersey LandscapeContractors Association (NJLCA). This is anationwide certification examination processunderwritten by the American LandscapeContractors Association (ALCA).

Students may also seek the designationCertified Nursery Landscape Professional(CNLP) under the auspices of the New JerseyNursery Landscape Association (NJNLA).

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply knowledge of landscape principles.•Successfully design a landscape plan according to the principles oflandscape design and installation.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesCertified landscape technician.

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Business Studies

Business

Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Business Studies

For students planning on continuing theireducation at a four-year college or universityto study for a career in accounting, businessadministration, marketing, finance,economics and human resourcemanagement.

Business programs focus on theeducation and skills needed in today’s globalbusiness environment. Practical coursescoupled with general education offeringsenhance development of critical thinking,communication, and problem-solving skills,as well as adaptability and team work.

The latest in technology and learningtools support your education for a widerange of employment opportunities.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors to four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.As a graduate of a fully accredited communitycollege, your coursework will be received withfull credit transfer at most state colleges, publicand private universities across the country. TheNJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008 by the NJ Statelegislature assures seamless transfer of creditstoward junior standing at NJ state colleges anduniversities.Cumberland has transferagreements with a number of four-yearcolleges and universities.

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 EC 202 Principles of Microeconomics 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3 MA 205 Statistics I 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Diversity Elective 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Science Elective 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)Curriculum Code: 511

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Prepare and present effective oral and written business presentations.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and make recommendationsfor improvements.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part of diverseteams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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Business ManagementAssociate in Applied ScienceBusiness Management

This program prepares students for entry-level positions in all sectors of business,government, not-for-profit and socialservice agencies.

Business programs focus on theeducation and skills needed in today’sglobal business environment. Practicalcourses coupled with general educationofferings enhance development of criticalthinking, communication and problem-solving skills, as well as adaptability andteam work.

Business

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 212 Human Resources Management 3 BU 233 Corporate Finance 3 BU 249 Introduction to International Business 3 BU 288 Strategic Management 4 EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)Curriculum Code: 595

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

CCC graduates have transferred to everyuniversity in New Jersey and scores ofuniversities throughout America.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Prepare and present effective oral and written business presentations.·Analyze existing local small business and prepare recommendations.·Prepare an effective promotional campaign for an existing product.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and make recommendationsfor improvements.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part of diverseteams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level positions in manufacturing, retailing, banking, insurance,marketing and government.

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This program prepares students to lead start-up businesses and expand small businesses.Introduces students to management,marketing, accounting and finance, which areessential for effective business development.

Business programs focus on the educationand skills needed in today’s global businessenvironment. Practical courses coupled withgeneral education offerings enhancedevelopment of critical thinking,communication and problem-solving skills, aswell as adaptability and teamwork.

(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)

Business

Associate in Applied ScienceBusiness Management/Entrepreneurship

Business Management/Entrepreneurship

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 117 Advertising 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 209 Small Business Management 3 BU 219 Retailing 3 BU 249 Introduction to International Business 3 BU 288 Strategic Management 4 EN 204 Business Communication 3 BU 122 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3 Business Elective* 3

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing orororororSP 203 Effective Speech 3

Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115**) 3

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 6262626262

*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix ofBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, AC

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Curriculum Code: 518

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

CCC graduates have transferred to everyuniversity in New Jersey and scores ofuniversities throughout America.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Prepare and present effective oral and written business presentations.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and make recommendationsfor improvements.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part of diverseteams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Analyze existing local small business and prepare recommendations.·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Discuss the philosophy of the concepts essential for businessdevelopment.·Describe the formal structure that affect Entrepreneurial practices.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesSmall business owner; small business manager.

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Business Management/FinanceAssociate in Applied Science

Business Management/Finance

Prepares students for entry-level managementpositions in all sectors of business,government, social service and not-for-profitagencies, with a concentration in finance.

Business programs focus on theeducation and skills needed in today’s globalbusiness environment. Practical coursescoupled with general education offeringsenhance development of critical thinking,communication, and problem-solving skills,as well as adaptability and team work.

Business

(41 credits) (41 credits) (41 credits) (41 credits) (41 credits)

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 AC 201 Intermediate Accounting I 4 AC 202 Intermediate Accounting II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 233 Corporate Finance 3 BU 249 Introduction to International Business 3 BU 288 Strategic Management 4 EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Business Elective* 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing orororororSP 203 Effective Speech 3

PY 101 General Psychology 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115**) 3

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 6262626262

*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix ofBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, AC

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Curriculum Code: 515

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

CCC graduates have transferred to everyuniversity in New Jersey and scores ofuniversities throughout America.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Prepare and present effective oral and written business presentations.·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part of diverseteams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and make recommendationsfor improvements.·Perform, interpret and analyze financial statements.·Perform a stock market analysis.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry positions in financial occupations: finance, credit & collections,and investments.

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Business Management/Human ResourcesAssociate in Applied Science

Business Management/Human Resources

This program prepares students for entry-levelmanagement positions in all sectors ofbusiness, government, social service and not-for-profit agencies, with a concentration inhuman resources.

Business programs focus on theeducation and skills needed in today’s globalbusiness environment. Practical coursescoupled with general education offeringsenhance development of critical thinking,communication, and problem-solving skills,as well as adaptability and team work.

Business

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 116 Cases in Business Management 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 BU 242 Labor Relations 3 BU 244 Employee Selection 3 BU 247 Leadership 3 BU 288 Strategic Management 4

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing orororororSP 203 Effective Speech 3

PY 101 General Psychology 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Curriculum Code: 590

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

CCC graduates have transferred to everyuniversity in New Jersey and scores ofuniversities throughout America.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Prepare and present effective oral and written business presentations.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and make recommendationsfor improvements.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part of diverseteams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Describe business procedures for compliance with various humanresource regulations and the law.·Analyze issues involved in organizational recruitment, training, anddevelopment.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesBenefits coordinator; personnel records supervisor; training &development coordinator; recruitment specialist.

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AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law 3 BU 113 Introduction to Insurance 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 233 Corporate Finance 3 EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Insurance Equivalency Credits 12 Business Elective* 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 103 Technical Writing ororororor

SP 203 Effective Speech 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115**) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix ofBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, ACBU, OA, CS, RE, AC

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

This program prepares students for entry-levelpositions in all sectors of business, government,not-for-profit and social service agencies.

Business programs focus on the educationand skills needed in today’s global businessenvironment. Practical courses coupled withgeneral education offerings enhancedevelopment of critical thinking, communicationand problem-solving skills, as well asadaptability and team work. A minimum of 64 credits is required fordegree completion. Twelve (12) insuranceequivalency credits will be required from TheAmerican Institute for CPCU and the InsuranceInstitute of America. Credits will be grantedbased on the National Guide to EducationalCredit for Training Programs.

(40 credits)(40 credits)(40 credits)(40 credits)(40 credits)

Business Management/InsuranceAssociate in Applied Science

Business Management/Insurance

Business

Curriculum Code: 508

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accountingconcepts by preparing balance sheets, income statements,statements of cash flows, and budgets by performing costs,volume and profit analysis.·Prepare and present effective oral and written businesspresentations.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and makerecommendations for improvements.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part ofdiverse teams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Analyze steps involved in insurance practice and businesses·Demonstrate proficiency in professional courses (12 credits)provided by the Insurance Institute of America and TheAmerican Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information andinformation sources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level management in insurance related positions; agent.

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This program prepares students for entry-level management positions in all sectors ofbusiness, government, not-for-profit andsocial service agencies that interact globally.

Business programs focus on theeducation and skills needed in today’s globalbusiness environment. Practical coursescoupled with general education offeringsenhance development of critical thinking,communication and problem-solving skills,as well as adaptability and team work.

This program is most appealing for studentsseeking to acquire the necessary skills thatcan be immediately applicable in theworkplace. However, many students continueon to obtain bachelor’s degrees.

The latest in technology and learningtools support your education for a widerange of employment opportunities.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org fortransfer course equivalencies.

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 233 Corporate Finance 3 BU 247 Leadership 3 BU 249 Introduction to International Business 3 BU 288 Strategic Management 4 EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 GE 102 Cultural Geography 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing or or or or orSP 203 Effective Speech 3

PY 101 General Psychology 3 Foreign Language 3 Foreign Language 3 Diversity Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Business Management/InternationalAssociate in Applied Science

Business Management/International

Business

Curriculum Code: 516

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Prepare and present effective oral and written business presentations.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and make recommendationsfor improvements.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part of diverseteams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Analyze the steps involved in modifying a local business to aninternational business.·Examine the interaction of different cultures and how they impactbusiness on a global level.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level positions in manufacturing, retaining, banking, insurance,marketing, and government in the international arena.

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Associate in Applied ScienceBusiness Management/Marketing

This program prepares students for entry-levelmanagement positions with a concentrationin marketing.

Business programs focus on theeducation and skills needed in today’s globalbusiness environment. Practical coursescoupled with general education offeringsenhance development of critical thinking,communication and problem-solving skills,as well as adaptability and team work.

Business Management/Marketing

Business

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 117 Advertising 3 BU 118 Professional Selling 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 233 Corporate Finance 3 BU 249 Introduction to International Business 3 BU 288 Strategic Management 4 EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing orororororSP 203 Effective Speech 3

PY 101 General Psychology 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Curriculum Code: 514

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Demonstrate mastery of financial and managerial accounting conceptsby preparing balance sheets, income statements, statements of cashflows, and budgets by performing costs, volume and profit analysis.·Prepare and present effective oral and written business presentations.·Evaluate key elements of a Strategic Plan and make recommendationsfor improvements.·Work effectively in both leadership and support roles as part of diverseteams to achieve a variety of business related tasks.·Prepare an effective promotional campaign for an existing product,service or local business.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.·Discuss fundamental marketing practices and concepts and recognize arange of marketing, sales and public relations techniques.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesAssistant manager; buyer; department manager; store manager;merchandising manager.

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Business ManagementAcademic CertificateBusiness Management

AC 103 Principles of Accounting I 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 BU 233 Corporate Finance 3 BU 249 Introduction to International Business 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3131313131

Prepares students for entry-level businessmanagement positions in all sectors ofbusiness, government, not-for-profit andsocial service agencies.

Business programs focus on theeducation and skills needed in today’sglobal business environment. Practicalcourses coupled with general educationofferings enhance development of criticalthinking, communication and problem-solving skills, as well as adaptability andteam work.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

Credits will transfer into CCC’s BusinessManagement associate degree program.

Business

(25 credits)(25 credits)(25 credits)(25 credits)(25 credits)Curriculum Code: 513

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of businessmanagement in all sectors;•Discuss the roles of various business management positions and skillsneeded to succeed.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level positions in manufacturing, retailing, banking, insurance,marketing and government.

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Business Management/Insurance

Business

BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 113 Introduction to Insurance 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 EN 204 Business Communication 3 Insurance Equivalency Credits 12

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3030303030

This program prepares students for insurancecareers. A minimum of 30 credits is requiredfor degree completion. Twelve (12) insuranceequivalency credits will be required from TheAmerican Institute for CPCU and the InsuranceInstitute of America. Credits will be grantedbased on the National Guide to EducationalCredit for Training Programs.

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

Academic CertificateBusiness Management/Insurance

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunityto test an area of interest, or enhance adegree program. Students who complete acertificate program can continue to obtain adegree.

Credits will transfer into CCC’s BusinessManagement associate degree program.

Curriculum Code: 509

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the philosophy that governs Business Management Insurance;•Describe the formal structures that affect Business ManagementInsurance.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesInsurance and real estate related positions.

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Culinary ArtsAssociate in Applied ScienceCulinary Arts

Business

Curriculum Code: 529

A joint A.A.S. program with Burlington County College

First Year @ Cumberland County CollegeFirst Year @ Cumberland County CollegeFirst Year @ Cumberland County CollegeFirst Year @ Cumberland County CollegeFirst Year @ Cumberland County CollegeFall SemesterFall SemesterFall SemesterFall SemesterFall Semester EN 101 English Composition I 3 General Education Humanities Elective 3 General Education Social Science Elective 3 FSM 125 Food Service Sanitation &

Accident Prevention (BCC Online) 312

Spring SemesterSpring SemesterSpring SemesterSpring SemesterSpring Semester SP 203 Effective Speech 3 MA 205 Statistics 3 General Education Lab Science Elective 4 General Education Elective 3

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Second Year @ Burlington County CollegeSecond Year @ Burlington County CollegeSecond Year @ Burlington County CollegeSecond Year @ Burlington County CollegeSecond Year @ Burlington County CollegeSummerSummerSummerSummerSummer CUL 107 Culinary Arts 4 HOS 110 Introduction to Hospitality 3

7

Fall SemesterFall SemesterFall SemesterFall SemesterFall Semester CUL 122 Techniques & Traditions 4 CUL 125 Foundations of Professional Baking 3 CUL 221 Purchasing & Menu Planning 3 Culinary Elective* 4 Elementary Nutrition 2

16

Spring SemesterSpring SemesterSpring SemesterSpring SemesterSpring Semester CUL 203 Garde Manager 4 CUL 206 Italian Traditions & American

Regional Cuisine 4 CUL 216 A la Carte 4 CUL 230 Culinary Arts Practicum 3

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Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 6363636363

*Culinary Electives: *Culinary Electives: *Culinary Electives: *Culinary Electives: *Culinary Electives: Students may select, in consultation with anadvisor, any 3 or 4 credit course in Casino Resort Management(CRM), Culinary Arts (CUL), or Hospitality (HOS) that is notalready required for the program at BCC.

Food industry professions are among the top fivein growth demand in the state. First conceivedmore than six years ago in response to the rapidgrowth of the food service sector both across thecountry (+18%) and in New Jersey (+24%), thenew Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Tourismprograms at BCC represents a multimillion dollarinvestment by the college. Cumberland CountyCollege has articulated a joint degree programwith BCC which affords Cumberland students theopportunity to complete the first year of GeneralEducation courses at CCC and apply to BCC’sprogram to complete the second year at BCC.

The new programs in Culinary Arts,Hospitality and Tourism at BCC will offer state-of-the-art preparation to work in fine foodestablishments and services, including:restaurants, catering facilities, cruise lines,personal chef services, bakeries, hotels andresorts, casino restaurants and banquet facilities.

BCC’s programs will be certified by theAmerican Culinary Federation (ACF). In addition,all students will take ServeSafe Certification testsand ACF certification exams.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•State-of-the-art preparation to work in fine food establishments,including restaurants, casinos, catering facilities, and bakeries.•Training in both front-of-the-house (customer service, banquetserving) and back-of-the-house (food preparation, baking, menuplanning, sanitation, and food costing) skills.•Culinary training combined with a foundation in the liberal arts andbusiness curriculum, and related work experience, includinginternships.

As graduates of the region’s premier CulinaryArts, Hospitality and Tourism programs, BCCstudents will be positioned to earn an AAS inCulinary Arts. They will aso be eligible to earna certificate in Cooking and Baking.

As important, Culinary graduates will beeligible for seamless transfer to DrexelUniversity’s prestigious programs in CulinaryArts, Culinary Science and HospitalityManagement.

(63 credits)(63 credits)(63 credits)(63 credits)(63 credits)

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Entrepreneurship/Small Business Leadership

BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 118 Professional Selling 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 209 Small Business Management 3 BU 233 Corporate Finance 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 Business Elective* ororororor

Computer Science Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2727272727

*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix ofBU, OA, CS, RE, AC.BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.

This program is designed to prepare studentsto start and lead start-up businesses. Studentsare introduced to management, marketing,accounting and finance, which are essential foreffective business development.

Business

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree inBusiness Management.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)Curriculum Code: 919

Career CertificateEntrepreneurship/Small Business Leadership

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the philosophy of the components essential for businessdevelopment;•Describe the formal structures that affect entrepreneurial practices.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesBeginning business owner.

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Retail Sales

BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 117 Advertising 3 BU 118 Professional Selling 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 219 Retailing 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 MA 109 Principles of Mathematics ororororor

MA 110 College Algebra 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2727272727

This program prepares students for salescareers in a myriad of business sectors.

Business

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

Career CertificateRetail Sales

Curriculum Code: 999

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the fundamental concepts of retail sales management;•Discuss the philosophy essential for ethical retail sales practices.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesRetail business owner; manager

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BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 118 Professional Selling 3 BU 207 Introduction to Marketing 3 BU 219 Retailing 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 1212121212

This program provides students with abackground in retail sales functions.

This program is most appealing for studentsseeking to acquire the necessary skills that canbe immediately applicable in the workplace.

Credits will transfer into CCC’s BusinessManagement associate degree program.

Retail Sales

Business

(12 credits)(12 credits)(12 credits)(12 credits)(12 credits)

Short-Term Training CertificateRetail Sales

Curriculum Code: 917

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the principles of management and administration employedin various retail sales for selling and marketing;•Recognize the roles of retailing and good business practice.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesRetail salesperson

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Liberal Arts/Communications

Prepares students to transfer to four-yearcolleges and universities to major in fields suchas communictions, speech, journalism,broadcasting, television, radio, writing, teachingand law.

The student newspaper and the college’sprogramming on local cable TV and channel 9,provide hands-on opportunities to develop skillsand explore careers.

CO 101 Introduction to Mass Media 3 CO 104 Writing for TV/Radio & New Media 3 CO 114 Video & Digital Media Technology 3 Program Elective 3/4 Program Elective 3/4

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Math or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Literature Elective (Required) 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities (Foreign Language elective 3

recommended) History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 61/6361/6361/6361/6361/63

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

CG 105 Desktop Publishing 3 EN 231 News Writing I 4 EN 241 Publication, Layout & Design 3 PR 105 Introduction to Public Relations 3

(15-17 credits)(15-17 credits)(15-17 credits)(15-17 credits)(15-17 credits)

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss mass communications and the role of the media.•Communicate effectively in a variety of media.•Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills in the areas ofcommunications.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Communications

Curriculum Code: 171

Communications

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

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This program is designed for students whoare planning to pursue a career in writingand/or editing for newspapers or magazines.It is a transfer program that provides thestudents with the foundation courses andliberal arts background necessary forcontinuing study in the field of journalism at afour-year college or university. The programwill also provide students with enoughjournalism and writing experience tofreelance for local newspapers.

AA programs are primarily designed for studentswho plan to transfer as juniors at four-yearcolleges and universities. CCC graduates haveobtained bachelor’s degrees and beyond fromevery college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

EN 231 Journalism/News Writing I 4 EN 232 Journalism II/Writing for Electronic Media 4 EN 241 Publication, Layout & Design 3 EN 242 Advanced Publication, Layout & Design 3 CO 239 Communications Internship 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Intro to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on Microcomputers 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Math or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities (Literature) Elective (Required) 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities (Foreign Language) Elective

(Recommended) 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)

Liberal Arts/JournalismAssociate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Journalism

Communications

Curriculum Code: 151

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Gather information and write basic news and feature stories.•Recognize the hierarchy of newsroom structure and the roles in thehierarchy.•Exhibit the ability to edit news features and editorials.•Design and layout a newspaper page using a computer.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Public Relations

Communications

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Curriculum Code: 172

Liberal Arts/Public Relations

CO 101 Introduction to Mass Media 3 CO 239 Communications Internship 3 EN 231 Journalism/News Writing I 4 EN 241 Publication, Layout & Design 3 PR 105 Introduction to Public Relations 3

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Math or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Literature Elective (Required) 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities (Foreign Language elective 3

recommended) History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(16 credits)(16 credits)(16 credits)(16 credits)(16 credits)

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Define objectives for a public relations issue.•Create a public relations campaign to meet specific needs of a project.•Recognize ethical issues facing professionals in the field of publicrelations today.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

The Public Relations program will complementthe Communications, Journalism and TVProduction tracks available in the Arts andHumanities division. The Public Relationsprogram will allow students to learn how todevelop relationships with diverse publicsthrough a values-driven approach. It will alsoprovide students the opportunity to effectivelycommunicate complex messages through avariety of mediums.

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CO 101 Introduction to Mass Media 3 CO 104 Writing for TV/Radio & New Media 3 CO 114 Video & Media Technology I 3 CO 214 Video & Media Technology II 3 CO 240 Broadcast Media Internship 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 CS 101 Intro to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective (Foreign Language

recommended) 3 Literature Elective 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s and beyond fromevery college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

There is a great demand, locally andnationally, for people who can operate abroadcast television camera. People are alsoneeded to write scripts, direct televisionprograms and edit videotapes.

Fifteen years ago, careers in televisionproduction existed almost solely in the realmof network broadcasting. But the market hasbeen completely redefined through theemergence of high technology at low costsand the escalating number of cable televisionchannels.

Production companies provide videotapingservices for clients varying from majorcorporations to newlyweds. Special interestgroups have found a niche on cable televisionwhere there are more than 100 channelswaiting for programming.

Students graduating from CCC’s TelevisionProduction program are qualified for an entry-level post in any of these environments.

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)

Liberal Arts/Television & DigitalMedia Production

Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Television & DigitalMedia Production

Communications

Curriculum Code: 161

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Identify and operate broadcast equipment.•Identify audio and video recording theories.•Compose and produce content for a variety of film/television formats.•Demonstrate understanding of mass communications and the role ofmedia.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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CO 101 Introduction to Mass Media 3 CO 114 Video & Media Technology I 3 CO 118 Introduction to Audio Production 3 CO 214 Video & Media Technology II 3 CO 240 Broadcast Media Internship 3 TH 150 Stagecraft 3 TH 170 Fundamentals of Stage Lighting 3 TH 207 Stage Makeup 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3030303030

This Academic Certificate will offer students theopportunity to learn hands-on training in thisfield with an option to transfer into anacademic degree of study focusing on Theatreand/or Television and Digital MediaProduction.

The Communication and Theatre departmentsare collaborating to create an AcademicCertificate to offer training in theEntertainment Technology field. This uniqueprogram is designed to prepare individuals towork as skilled technicians, capable offunctioning independently, or as part of aproduction team in the preparation andperformance of theatrical/entertainmentevents. Students will have an opportunity toget real-world experience as they complete therequired internship in this program.

The sources of students for this programare CCC theatre students, communication,journalism, public relations and televisionproduction students. Also entertainmentbusiness and industry professionals fromPhiladelphia and New Jersey working in thefield but looking for updated training oradvancement in his/her career.

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

Entertainment Technology

Communications

Curriculum Code: 163

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Collaborate with others to produce a live stage performance or film/television production.•Maintain, prepare and operate stage and studio lighting and soundequipment.•Choose appropriate tools, techniques and materials for stage andstudio design and creation.•Prepare, perform and analyze acting for television skills includinginterview, drama and comedy techniques.

Academic CertificateEntertainment Technology

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesShop technician; installation technician; service technician; productionassistant; Jr. media production; digital media specialist; cameraoperator; videographer; audio & video equipment technician; broadcast& sound; video editor; assistant technical director; assistant stagemanager; assistant sound designer; assistant lighting designer;assistant stage crew.

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Computer ScienceAssociate in ScienceComputer Science

Computer Science

This program prepares students to continuetheir education at a four-year college oruniversity in fields such as computer science,computer information sciences and informationsystems management. The program parallelsthe computer science offerings at four-yearcolleges and universities.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors to four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

(31 credits)(31 credits)(31 credits)(31 credits)(31 credits)

CS 111 Computer Science I 4 CS 112 Computer Science II 4 CS 216 Intermediate Java Programming 4 MA 111 Discrete Math 4 MA 130 Calculus I 4 Math Elective (Excluding MA 109 and MA 115*) 3 Computer Science Program Elective 4 Computer Science Program Elective 4

General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 109 and MA 115**) 3 Science Electives 8

(PI 141Physics I and PI 142 Physics II Recommended) Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3

Social Science ororororor Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

Computer Science Program Electives:Computer Science Program Electives:Computer Science Program Electives:Computer Science Program Electives:Computer Science Program Electives:

CS 132 Web Page Development I 4 CS 210 Database Management 4 CS 212 C++ Programming 4 CS 215 Visual Basic Programming 4 CS 222 Intro to Android Programming in Java 4

* Recommending MA 140 or MA 208* Recommending MA 140 or MA 208* Recommending MA 140 or MA 208* Recommending MA 140 or MA 208* Recommending MA 140 or MA 208

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Curriculum Code: 552

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply critical thinking skills to design application programs within thecontext of a business system.•Apply computing skills to develop application-based solutions withinthe context of a business system.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.•Demonstrate competency and comprehension in selected categories ofthe Computer Science body of knowledge to align with current academicand professional best practices.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesComputer support specialist, web master.

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Computer Science/Information SystemsAssociate in Science

Computer Science/Information Systems

Computer Science

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 CS 111 Computer Science I 4 CS 112 Computer Science II 4 MA 111 Discrete Math 4 Business Elective* 3 CS 210 Database Management 4 Computer Network Management Elective ororororor

Computer Science Programming Elective 3/4 Computer Science Programming Elective 4

General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 109 and MA 115**) 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 109 and MA 115**) 3 Lab Science Elective 4 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science ororororor

Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 61/6261/6261/6261/6261/62

Computer Science Program ElectivesComputer Science Program ElectivesComputer Science Program ElectivesComputer Science Program ElectivesComputer Science Program Electives CS 132 Web Page Development I 4 CS 212 C++ Programming 4 CS 215 Visual Basic Programming 4 CS 216 Intermediate Java Programming 4 CS 222 Intro to Android Programming in Java 4

Network Program ElectivesNetwork Program ElectivesNetwork Program ElectivesNetwork Program ElectivesNetwork Program Electives CS 233 Network Routing & Hardware 4 CS 234 LAN Switching & Wireless 4 CS 235 Accessing the WAN, Security &

Troubleshooting 4 CS 240 Security + 3 CS 241 Computer Forensics 3 CS 275 Core Server Operating System 4

*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.*Any course in a business related area that has a prefix of BU, OA, CS, RE, AC.** Recommending MA 130; a four credit general education math elective** Recommending MA 130; a four credit general education math elective** Recommending MA 130; a four credit general education math elective** Recommending MA 130; a four credit general education math elective** Recommending MA 130; a four credit general education math electivecan be taken and applied.can be taken and applied.can be taken and applied.can be taken and applied.can be taken and applied.

(30-31 credits)(30-31 credits)(30-31 credits)(30-31 credits)(30-31 credits)

This program prepares students to continuetheir education at a four-year college oruniversity in fields such as computer science,computer information sciences and informationsystems management. The program parallelsthe computer science offerings at four-yearcolleges and universities.

AS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

CCC graduates have transferred to everyuniversity in New Jersey and scores ofuniversities throughout America.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Curriculum Code: 551

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply critical thinking skills to design application programs within thecontext of a business system.•Apply computing skills to develop application-based solutions within thecontext of a business system.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and information sources.•Demonstrate competency and comprehension in selected categories of theComputer Science body of knowledge to align with current academic andprofessional best practices.Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesTechnical support, help desk support technician, software or networkmaintenance.

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This program is designed to prepare studentsfor technical positions in networking andnetworking-related environments.

(44 credits)(44 credits)(44 credits)(44 credits)(44 credits)

BU 114 Business Internship orororororBU 115 Introduction to Business 3

CS 170 PC Services & Support/A+ Certification 4 CS 175 Core Client Operating System 3 CS 217 Networking Fundamentals 4 CS 226 Network Infrastructure Implementation 4 CS 228 Active Directory Design & Implementation 4 CS 229 Linux Installation & Configuration 3 CS 233 Networking Hardware & Routing 4 CS 234 LAN Switching and Wireless 4 CS 235 Accessing the WAN, Security and

Troubleshooting 4 CS 240 Security + 3 CS 275 Core Server Operating System 4

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing orororororSP 203 Effective Speech 3

Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6565656565

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Network ManagementAssociate in Applied ScienceNetwork Management

Computer Science

Curriculum Code: 565

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate Network Management Theory.•Demonstrate practical ability to apply Network Management concepts.•Demonstrate practical ability to configure operating systems.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesComputer support specialist, computer systems administrator, networkadministrator, systems analyst.

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Network Management/Cyber SecurityAssociate in Applied Science

Network Management/Cyber Security

Computer Science

BU 114 Business Internship orororororBU 115 Introduction to Business 3

CS 170 PC Services & Support 4 CS 175 Core Client Operating System 3 CS 217 Networking Fundamentals 4 CS 226 Network Infrastructure Implementation 4 CS 229 Linux Installation & Configuration 3 CS 233 Networking Hardware & Routing 4 CS 234 LAN Switching and Wireless 4 CS 235 Accessing the WAN, Security and

Troubleshooting 4 CS 240 Security+ 3 CS 241 Computer Forensics 3 CS 242 Principles of Information Security 3 CS 275 Core Server Operating System 4

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

EN 101 English Composition 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing orororororSP 203 Effective Speech 3

Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 115*) 3 Social Sciences Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6767676767

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)(46 credits)

This program is designed to prepare studentsfor technical positions in cyber security andcyber security related environments.

Curriculum Code: 566

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities. Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

•Demonstrate Network Management Theory as it applies to CyberSecurity.•Demonstrate practical ability to apply Network Management and CyberSecurity concepts.•Demonstrate practical ability to configure operating systems.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesInformation systems security specialist, operating systems securityspecialist, security specialist, applications security specialist,information assurance security specialist.

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Networking Associate

Computer Science

CS 170 PC Services & Support 4 CS 217 Networking Fundamentals 4 CS 233 Networking Hardware & Routing 4 CS 234 LAN Switching & Wireless 4 CS 235 Accessing the WAN, Security &

Troubleshooting 4 CS 240 Security+ 3 CS 175 Core Client Operating Systems 3 CS 275 Core Server Operating System 4

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition 3 Math Elective* 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3636363636

A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)Curriculum Code: 567

Academic CertificateNetworking Associate

Students completing the requirements for theNetworking Associate Academic Certificate willbe able to pursue further studies to complete theNetwork Management AAS program, orspecialize with the Network Management/CyberSecurity AAS program.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate competency and comprehension of network managementtheory.•Demonstrate practical ability to apply network management concepts.•Demonstrate practical ability to configure operating systems.•Students will be able to locate, retrieve, and critically evaluateinformation and information sources.

The Networking Associate Academic Certificatewill allow students seeking entry into the field ofnetwork administration and support to gainintroductory knowledge and competencies inthe profession.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesNetwork support technician, help desk technician.

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Networking Associate

Computer Science

CS 170 PC Services & Support 4 CS 217 Networking Fundamentals 4 CS 233 Networking Hardware & Routing 4 CS 234 LAN Switching & Wireless 4 CS 235 Accessing the WAN, Security &

Troubleshooting 4 CS 175 Core Client Operating Systems 3 CS 275 Core Server Operating System 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2727272727

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)Curriculum Code: 947

Career CertificateNetworking Associate

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate competency and comprehension of network managementtheory.•Demonstrate practical ability to apply network management concepts.•Demonstrate practical ability to configure operating systems.•Students will be able to locate, retrieve, and critically evaluateinformation and information sources.

The Networking Associate Academic Certificatewill allow students seeking entry into the field ofnetwork administration and support to gainintroductory knowledge and completencies inthe profession.

Students completing the requirements for theNetworking Associate Academic Certificate willbe able to pursue further studies to complete theNetwork Management AAS program, orspecialize with the Network Management/CyberSecurity AAS program.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesNetwork support technician, help desk technician.

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This program is designed for students who areplanning to pursue a career in teaching ateither the elementary or secondary level.Students gain the foundation courses andliberal arts background necessary to preparefor further study at a four-year college oruniversity in the field of education.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 MA 109 Principles of Mathematics 3 Science Elective 3 Science Elective with Lab 4 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Application on the Microcomputer 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 AR 101 Art Appreciation 3 Literature Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 HI 101 Western Civilization I ororororor

HI 102 Western Civilization II 3 HI 201 United States History I ororororor

HI 202 United States History II 3 GE 102 Cultural Geography

(recommended Diversity Elective) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

* Please note: If student chooses to attend Fairleigh Dickinson at CCC,* Please note: If student chooses to attend Fairleigh Dickinson at CCC,* Please note: If student chooses to attend Fairleigh Dickinson at CCC,* Please note: If student chooses to attend Fairleigh Dickinson at CCC,* Please note: If student chooses to attend Fairleigh Dickinson at CCC,the program electives would be two Foreign Language courses.the program electives would be two Foreign Language courses.the program electives would be two Foreign Language courses.the program electives would be two Foreign Language courses.the program electives would be two Foreign Language courses.

Liberal Arts/Elementary/SecondaryEducation

Associate in ArtsLiberal ArtsElementary/Secondary Education

Education

Curriculum Code: 251

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Evaluate and apply a variety of instruction strategies to encouragedevelopment of critical thinking, problem solving, and performanceskills.·Analyze and apply individual and group motivation and behaviortheory and use this knowledge to critically reflect upon actualclassroom observations.·Analyze how children learn and develop and will analyze and reflectupon observed learning opportunities that support their intellectual,social and personal development.·Evaluate formal and informal assessment strategies.·Locate, retrieve, interpret, and critically evaluate information andinformation sources.

Elementary Education Program (K-8)Elementary Education Program (K-8)Elementary Education Program (K-8)Elementary Education Program (K-8)Elementary Education Program (K-8)Requirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)

ED 101 Historical Foundations of Education 3PY 102 Child Psychology 3PY 213 Educational Psychology 3*PY 214 Human Exceptionality 3*MA 115 Mathematical Structures & Algorithms 3

Secondary Education ProgramSecondary Education ProgramSecondary Education ProgramSecondary Education ProgramSecondary Education ProgramRequirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)Requirements (15 credits)

ED 101 Historical Foundations of Education 3PY 102 Child Psychology 3PY 204 Psychology of Adolescence 3PY 213 Educational Psychology 3PY 214 Human Exceptionality 3

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Early Childhood/Preschool EducationAssociate in Applied Science

Early Childhood/Preschool Education

Education

The rapidly growing preschool field of privateand public day care, Head Start, nursery andpublic preschool centers has created numerouspositions in a variety of settings for graduates ofthis program.

Graduates are employed as group teachersin private child care facilities, paraprofessionalsin public schools, and as directors of privatepreschools and home day cares. Others moveinto bachelor’s and master’s degree programsto become fully certified early childhoodteachers.

Students are introduced to childdevelopment, learning theory, language andliteracy development, classroom management,and problem-solving through math, science,technology and the arts.

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduating.Upon completion of the AAS program,however, students may choose to transfer toThomas Edison State College to complete abachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies. Anagreement with Montclair State Universityenables students to obtain Teacher Certificationin Preschool through Third Grade with oneyear of post baccalaureate study. With anadditional year in P-3 studies, students obtain amaster’s degree through a collaborativeagreement between MSU and CCC.

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits) ED 106 Principles of ECE 3 ED 201 Math, Science and Technology in ECE 3 ED 203 Language Development &

Emergent Literacy 3 ED 205 Preschool Classroom Management 3 ED 209 Child Health, Safety & Nutrition 3 ED 212 Books & Storytelling in ECE 3 ED 290 The Early Childhood Professional 3 PY 102 Child Psychology 3 PY 115 Child Development & Learning 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 PI 106 Principles of Science I 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 MA 115 Mathematical Structures & Algorithms ororororor

MA 109 Principles of Math 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives ED 103 Infant & Toddler Curriculum & Development 3 ED 105 Creative Learning Experiences 3 ED 204 Creative Learning Experiences in ECE 3 ED 218 Teaching Strategies in Special Education 3 ED 220 Portfolio Development in ECE

(by permission only) 3

Curriculum Code: 240

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Distinguish and apply the well-known and influential educationaltheories to practices.·Design a developmentally appropriate classroom environment to meetthe needs of young children.·Develop observation skills and apply those skills to a case study·Develop language and literacy skill in young children.·Use the arts, sciences, and math in planning an integrated activity tobroaden the child’s knowledge base, solve problems and to help childrenrelate to others.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.·Evaluate and reflect upon their professional growth and development bycreating a professional portfolio.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesGroup teachers in private child care facilities; paraprofessionals in publicschools, and as owners of home day care centers.

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Early ChildhoodEducation

Education

ED 106 Principles of ECE 3 ED 203 Language Development &

Emergent Literacy 3 ED 212 Books & Storytelling in ECE 3 ED 209 Child Health, Safety & Nutrition 3 ED 204 Creative Learning Experiences ororororor

ED 201 Math, Science, & Technology in ECE 3 ED 205 Preschool Classroom Mgt. ororororor

ED 103 Infant/Toddler Curriculum & Dev. 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 115 Child Development & Learning 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3030303030

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

Academic CertificateEarly Childhood Education

Designed to allow students to explore the fieldof Early Childhood Education before making acommitment to obtaining the A.A.S degree. Allcourses offered in the Academic Certificatemay be applied to the A.A.S degree in EarlyChildhood Education.

Curriculum Code: 241

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the field of early childhood development.•Describe the formal structures that affect Early Childhood Education.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesGroup teacher in a private child care facility or home day care setting.

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Infant/Toddler

Education

ED 103 Infant/Toddler Curriculum & Development 3 ED 106 Principles of ECE 3 ED 110 Infant/Toddler Mental Health 3 ED 219 Infant/Toddler Field Experience 3 PY 115 Child Development & Learning 3

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 1515151515

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

Career CertificateInfant/Toddler

This career certificate is intended for use byprofessionals and paraprofessionals working inthe field of infant/toddler care in all settings,including center-based care, family child careprograms, and in community based programsthat support infant, toddlers and their families.By focusing on infant/toddler mental health andsocial/emotional development as well as addingan intensive supervised field work experience,candidates will increase knowledge and skills incaring for children birth through 36 months ofage.

Curriculum Code: 940

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate competence in building reciprocal and responsiverelationships with children and families.•Understand the core principles of child development and recognizethat each area of development; social, emotional, physical, cognitive,and communication depends upon and is influenced by the other.•Recognize that a quality curriculum is the foundation of a qualityprogram and inclusive of children of all families, culture and abilities.•Analyze the infant/toddler environment to ensure that it meets theneed to be family-centered and thoughtfully designed to meet thecultural, social, emotional, physical and cognitive need of child.•Demonstrate support of families by being aware of communityresources and by collaborating with other professionals.•Knows and adheres to licensing and regulatory requirements.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesInfant/Toddler caregiver in childcare, Head Start, home day caresetting.

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Teacher’s Aide in EarlyChildhood Education

Education

ED 106 Principles of ECE 3 ED 203 Language Development 3 ED 212 Books & Storytelling in ECE 3 ED 209 Child Health, Safety & Nutrition 3 ED 204 Creative Learning Experiences ororororor

ED 201 Math, Science, and Technology in ECE 3 ED 205 Preschool Classroom Mgt. ororororor

ED 103 Infant/Toddler Curriculum & Development 3 Spanish Elective ororororor

EN 101 English Composition I 3

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 2121212121

(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

Career CertificateTeacher’s Aide in Early Childhood Education

This program is designed to allow students toadjust their course selections to area preschoolor local school system requirements. Studentslearn to relate effectively to others in an earlychildhood environment and to select language,art, math, science, and musical activitiesdesigned to stimulate creativity and growth inyoung learners. With this certificate, studentshave the basic competencies needed to beginemployment as teacher aides in preschools,child care facilities or Abbott classrooms.

Curriculum Code: 939

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the role of a Teacher’s Aide in Early Childhood Development;•Describe the formal structures that relate to the early childhoodenvironment in such areas as art, math, science and language.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesTeacher Aide.

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ED 241 ECE Management: Theory & Application 3 ED 242 ECE Management: Legal Aspects 3 ED 243 ECE Management: Professional

Development & Human Relations 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 99999

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(9 credits)(9 credits)(9 credits)(9 credits)(9 credits)

Early ChildhoodEducation Management

Education

Designed to provide directors of earlychildhood facilities,or students who wish toprepare for the position of director, with theskills to design developmentally appropriateprograms, create management policies andprocedures, and to assess staff strengths andweaknesses.Credits may be used as Liberal Arts and ECEelectives in the Early Childhood EducationA.A.S degree.

Curriculum Code: 935

Short-Term Training CertificateEarly Childhood Education Management

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the role of a directors for Early Childhood EducationManagement.•Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of management andadministration principles that affect the position of director.

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Nuclear Energy TechnologyEnergy Technology

Although not designed to be a transferprogram, many of the general educationcourses should be accepted into abaccalaureate program in a related field.

Salem Community College460 Hollywood AvenueCarneys Point, NJ 08069

Associate in Applied ScienceNuclear Energy Technology

(65/66 credits)(65/66 credits)(65/66 credits)(65/66 credits)(65/66 credits)Curriculum Code: 498

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Communicate effectively in a professional manner.•Demonstrate an understanding of scientific inquiry and application.•Demonstrate an understanding of nuclear power fundamentals.•Work safely and effectively in the field of nuclear maintenance.•Demonstrate an understanding of the basic operation of a nuclearpower plant.

A collaborative A.A.S. degree program withA collaborative A.A.S. degree program withA collaborative A.A.S. degree program withA collaborative A.A.S. degree program withA collaborative A.A.S. degree program withSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community College

Salem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community College

The Nuclear Energy Technology programprepares students to move directly into theworkforce upon graduation. Students will bequalified for entry-level positions in nuclearpower maintenance and technology. Coursesprovide students with a solid foundation inbasic scientific principles as well as mathematics.Students are exposed to the theory, materialsand equipment necessary to work in the nucleartechnology field. Special emphasis is placed onnuclear safety and procedures. The program offers three tracks, each leadingto a distinct skill set in the nuclear energyindustry: instrumentation and controlmaintenance, electrical maintenance and non-licensed operator. The instrumentation andcontrol maintenance track provides students witha strong foundation in the general systems andcomponents, while focusing on the in-depthknowledge required for specific jobs in the areaof instrumentation and control.

CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

*These courses will be completed at Salem Community College.*These courses will be completed at Salem Community College.*These courses will be completed at Salem Community College.*These courses will be completed at Salem Community College.*These courses will be completed at Salem Community College.General Education courses may be completed at CumberlandGeneral Education courses may be completed at CumberlandGeneral Education courses may be completed at CumberlandGeneral Education courses may be completed at CumberlandGeneral Education courses may be completed at CumberlandCounty College.County College.County College.County College.County College.

1st Semester1st Semester1st Semester1st Semester1st Semester CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers @ CCC 3 EN 101 English Composition I @ CCC 3 NET 111 Mathematics for Energy Technicians* 4 NET 115 Mechanical Sciences* 3 General Education Social Science ororororor

General Education Humanities Elective @ CCC 316

2nd Semester2nd Semester2nd Semester2nd Semester2nd Semester EN 103 Technical Writing @ CCC 3 MA 110 College Algebra @ CCC 3 NET 130 Applied Physics & Chemistry* 4 NET 131 Nuclear Industry Fundamental Concepts* 3 NET 133 Electrical Science* 4

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3rd Semester3rd Semester3rd Semester3rd Semester3rd Semester NET 211 Heat Transfer & Fluid Flow* 3 NET 213 Instrumentation & Control I* 4 NET 251 Maintenance: Electrical Systems* 3 NET 261 Nuclear Plant Systems &

Components-PWR* 3 PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I @ CCC 4

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4th Semester4th Semester4th Semester4th Semester4th Semester SP 203 Effective Speech @ CCC 3 NET 221 Nuclear Science* 4 NET 223 Reactor Plant Protection & Safety* 4 NET 225 Instrumentation & Control II* 4 NET 263 Nuclear Plant Systems &

Components-BWR* 419

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6969696969

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Sustainable Energy TechnologyEnergy Technology

This program is designed to prepare studentsto move directly into the workforce upongraduation. The students will be qualified forentry-level positions in sustainable energyfields such as wind, photovoltaic solar,biofuels and gasification. The courses aredesigned to provide students with a solidfoundation in basic scientific principles as wellas mathematics. Students are exposed to thetheory, materials and equipment necessary towork in the field.

Although not designed to be a transferprogram, many of the general educationcourses should be accepted into abaccalaureate program in a related field.

Salem Community College460 Hollywood AvenueCarneys Point, NJ 08069

Associate in Applied ScienceSustainable Energy Technology

Curriculum Code: 499

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Communicate effectively in a professional manner.•Demonstrate an understanding of scientific inquiry and application.•Demonstrate proficiency in the technical aspect of sustainable energyparticularly:

-Photovoltaic solar technology -Biodiesel production-Wind technology -Gasification

•Gain employment in the sustainable energy field.

A joint A.A.S. degree in conjunction withA joint A.A.S. degree in conjunction withA joint A.A.S. degree in conjunction withA joint A.A.S. degree in conjunction withA joint A.A.S. degree in conjunction withSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeFirst Semester @Cumberland County College (29 credits)First Semester @Cumberland County College (29 credits)First Semester @Cumberland County College (29 credits)First Semester @Cumberland County College (29 credits)First Semester @Cumberland County College (29 credits)

CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

EN 101 English Composition I 3 CH 101 General Chemistry 4 IT 107 Electrical Maintenance 3 IT 102 CAD I 3

13Second Semester @ Cumberland County CollegeSecond Semester @ Cumberland County CollegeSecond Semester @ Cumberland County CollegeSecond Semester @ Cumberland County CollegeSecond Semester @ Cumberland County College EN 102 English Composition II 3 GE 101 World Regional Geography 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3 PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I 4 PI 104 Energy, the Environment & Society 3

16Third Semester @ Salem Community College (31-35 credits)Third Semester @ Salem Community College (31-35 credits)Third Semester @ Salem Community College (31-35 credits)Third Semester @ Salem Community College (31-35 credits)Third Semester @ Salem Community College (31-35 credits) SET 150 Photovoltaic Electric Systems 5 Program Elective 3/4 Program Elective 3/5 Program Elective 3

14/17Fourth Semester @ Salem Community CollegeFourth Semester @ Salem Community CollegeFourth Semester @ Salem Community CollegeFourth Semester @ Salem Community CollegeFourth Semester @ Salem Community College SET 190 Construction Safety Management 3 SET 210 Wind Energy Technology 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 4 Program Elective 4/5

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Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 60/6460/6460/6460/6460/64

Program Electives @ Salem Community CollegeProgram Electives @ Salem Community CollegeProgram Electives @ Salem Community CollegeProgram Electives @ Salem Community CollegeProgram Electives @ Salem Community College BUS 102 Introduction to Business BUS 103 Principles of Management CHM 102Chemistry II PHY 102 Physics II SET 151 Advanced Photovoltaic Installer SET 200 Sustainable Energy Internship

Certification ClustersCertification ClustersCertification ClustersCertification ClustersCertification Clusters•Energy Auditor (BPI)•Energy Auditor (BPI)•Energy Auditor (BPI)•Energy Auditor (BPI)•Energy Auditor (BPI) SET 160 Building Energy Audit Technology (5) SET 161 Building Envelope Technology (3)•Green Construction Technology (LEED)•Green Construction Technology (LEED)•Green Construction Technology (LEED)•Green Construction Technology (LEED)•Green Construction Technology (LEED) SET 180 Green Building Technology (3) SET 181 Sustainable Building Design & Practices (3)•Solar Energy Technology (NABCEP)•Solar Energy Technology (NABCEP)•Solar Energy Technology (NABCEP)•Solar Energy Technology (NABCEP)•Solar Energy Technology (NABCEP) SET 225 Certified Solar Termal Installer (3)•Weatherization Technology (U.S. Dept. of Energy)•Weatherization Technology (U.S. Dept. of Energy)•Weatherization Technology (U.S. Dept. of Energy)•Weatherization Technology (U.S. Dept. of Energy)•Weatherization Technology (U.S. Dept. of Energy) SET 160 Building Energy Audit Technology (5) SET 170 Weatherization Building Science (3)

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Engineering

CS 212 C++ Programming orororororCS 112 Computer Science II 4

EG 101 Introduction to Engineering 1 2 EG 103 Introduction to Engineering 1 Lab 1 EG 111 Introduction to Engineering II 1 EG 112 Introduction to Engineering II Lab 1 MA 210 Calculus III 4 MA 220 Differential Equations 4 PI 142 General Physics II 4 Program Electives 4/6

General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 MA 130 Calculus I 4 MA 140 Calculus II 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 PI 141 General Physics I 4 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities or Social Science Elective 3 EC 201 Economics I ororororor

EC 202 Economics II 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 60/6260/6260/6260/6260/62

Engineering

This program is designed to meet thedemands of an increasing number of peoplein the community who are interested inpreparing for a career in the engineering field.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

Associate in ScienceEngineering

(26-28 credits)(26-28 credits)(26-28 credits)(26-28 credits)(26-28 credits)Curriculum Code: 422

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply current analytical tools to solve engineering problems.•Demonstrate competency employing basic electrical and mechanicalmeasurement instruments.•Analyze experimental data.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesArchitect, biomedical engineer, civil engineer, civil engineeringtechnician. electrical engineer, environmental engineer, industrialengineer, landscape architect, mechanical engineer, petroleum engineer.

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesMechanical Engineering TrackMechanical Engineering TrackMechanical Engineering TrackMechanical Engineering TrackMechanical Engineering Track

EG 201 Statics 2EG 202 Dynamics 2

Chemical Engineering TrackChemical Engineering TrackChemical Engineering TrackChemical Engineering TrackChemical Engineering TrackCH 102 Chemistry II (in place of

PH 142 Physics II) 4CH 201 Organic Chemistry I 4CH 202 Organic Chemistry II 4**Additional course recommended

Civil Engneering TrackCivil Engneering TrackCivil Engneering TrackCivil Engneering TrackCivil Engneering TrackEG 102 Graphics 2EG 201 Statics 2EG 202 Dynamics 2

Electrical and Computer Engineering TrackElectrical and Computer Engineering TrackElectrical and Computer Engineering TrackElectrical and Computer Engineering TrackElectrical and Computer Engineering TrackEG 121 Digital Electronics 3EG 122 Electronics for Engineers 3

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Engineering TechnologyAssociate in Applied ScienceEngineering Technology

Engineering Technology

This program prepares students for entry-levelemployment in the fields of electronics, draftingand manufacturing. The employmentopportunities in the engineering technologiesfield are unlimited.

Some job titles include electrician, industrialtechnician, electronics technician,electromechanical technician, engineering aide,service technician, quality assurance technician,production specialist,inspection superintendentand draftsperson.

EG 101 Introduction to Engineering 1 EG 102 Graphics 3 IT 102 CAD I 3 IT 105 Blueprint Reading & Sketching 2 IT 107 Electrical Maintenance 3 IT 111 Electronics 4 IT 162 Quality Control 3 IT 205 Digital Electronics 3 IT 211 CAD II 3 IT 212 CAD III 3 IT 218 Programmable Logic Controllers 3 PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I 4 Program Elective 5/6

General Education Requirements (24 credits)General Education Requirements (24 credits)General Education Requirements (24 credits)General Education Requirements (24 credits)General Education Requirements (24 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3 MA 120 College Trigonometry 3 MA 205 Statistics 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities or Social Science Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 64/6564/6564/6564/6564/65

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

PI 104 Energy, the Environment and Society 3 PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4 EG 103 Introduction to Engineering 1 Laboratory 1 IT 112 Intro to Engineering Technology Lab 2

(40-41 credits)(40-41 credits)(40-41 credits)(40-41 credits)(40-41 credits)Curriculum Code: 570

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost, sometimes all, of their CCC creditstransfer to four-year colleges. CCC graduateshave transferred to every university in NewJersey and scores of universities throughoutAmerica. The latest technology and learningtools support your education for a wide rangeof employment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Successfully employ test and measurement equipment.•Develop a technical drawing in free hand and computer aided format.•Locate information resources and successfully retrieve data foremployment.•Apply algebra to analyze simple electrical circuits.•Employ standardized industrial equipment such as PLC and be capableto apply the principles of quality control.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesElectrician, industrial technician, electronics technician,electromechanical technician, engineering aide, service technician,quality assurance technician, production specialist, inspectionsuperintendent and draftsperson.

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Engineering Technology

Engineering Technology

This program prepares students for careers incomputer-aided drafting. Experts predict thatvaried technical occupations will be among thehot careers during the next decade. There willbe a 30 percent increase in higher-skilled,better-paying occupations in the technicalfields, according to the U.S. Department ofLabor. With the increased emphasis ontechnology, 80 percent of these jobs willrequire more than a high school diploma, butless than a four-year degree.CCC worksclosely with business and industry leaders tokeep its Engineering technologies curriculacurrent.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

IT 102 CAD I 3 IT 211 CAD II 3 IT 105 Blueprint Reading & Sketching 2 IT 107 Electrical Maintenance 3 IT 112 Intro to Engineering Tech Laboratory 2 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3/4 Business or Computer Science Elective 3

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (9 credits)(9 credits)(9 credits)(9 credits)(9 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 103 Technical Writing ororororor

EN 102 English Composition II 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 31/3231/3231/3231/3231/32

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives EG 101 Introduction to Engineering 1 EG 102 Graphics 3 EG 103 Intro to Engineering Laboratory 1 IT 111 Electronics 3 IT 162 Quality Control 3 IT 212 CAD III 3 IT 218 Programmable Logic Controllers 3 MA 205 Statistics 3 PI 104 Energy, the Environment and Society 3

Business or Computer Science ElectiveBusiness or Computer Science ElectiveBusiness or Computer Science ElectiveBusiness or Computer Science ElectiveBusiness or Computer Science Elective BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 209 Small Business Management 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

Computer Science elective 3

(22-23 credits)(22-23 credits)(22-23 credits)(22-23 credits)(22-23 credits)

Academic CertificateEngineering Technology

Curriculum Code: 573

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply algebra to analyze simple electrical circuits.•Develop a technical drawing in free hand and computer aided format.•Locate information resources and successfully retrieve data foremployment.•Successfully employ test and measurement equipment.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesCAD drafters, CAD designer, CAD manager.

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Academic CertificateEngineering Technology/Electronics Technology

Engineering Technology

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunityto test an area of interest, or enhance adegree program. Students who complete acertificate program can continue to obtain adegree.

This program prepares students foremployment in a wide range of businesses andindustries.

Experts predict that varied technicaloccupations will be among the hot careersduring the next decade. There will be a 30percent increase in higher-skilled, better-paying occupations in the technical fields,according to the U.S. Department of Labor.With the increased emphasis on technology,80 percent of these jobs will require more thana high school diploma, but less than a four-year degree.

CCC works closely with business andindustry leaders to keep its Engineeringtechnologies curricula current.

CM 126 Industrial Wiring 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

Computer Science Elective 3 IT 107 Electrical Maintenance 3 IT 111 Electronics 4 IT 205 Digital Electronics 3 IT 218 Programmable Logic Controllers 3 PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4 Program Elective 3/4

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 32/3332/3332/3332/3332/33

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

CS 111 Computer Science 1 4 MA 120 College Trigonometry 3 PI 104 Energy, the Environment and Society 3

(26-27 credits)(26-27 credits)(26-27 credits)(26-27 credits)(26-27 credits)Curriculum Code: 583

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Successfully employ test and measurement equipment.•Locate information resources and successfully retrieve data foremployment.•Apply algebra to analyze simple electrical circuits.•Employ standardized industrial equipment such as PLC and be capableto apply the principles of quality control.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesElectronics technician, electromechanical, industrial technician.

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Engineering Technology/Electronics Technology

IT 107 Electrical Maintenance 3 IT 111 Electronics 4 IT 205 Digital Electronics 3 IT 218 Programmable Logic Controllers 3 PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 1717171717

Engineering Technology

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

This program focuses on the basics ofelectronics. CCC works closely with businessand industry leaders to keep its Engineeringtechnologies curricula current.

(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)

Career CertificateEngineering Technology/Electronics Technology

Curriculum Code: 983

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Successfully employ test and measurement equipment.•Apply algebra to analyze simple electrical circuits.•Employ standardized industrial equipment such as PLC and becapable to apply the principles of quality control.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesManufacturing, merchandising, testing, installing, monitoring,modifying and repairing electical and electronic equipment systems.

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Fine ArtsAssociate in Fine ArtsFine Arts

Fine and Performing Arts

For students who want to concentrate on fine artscourses and take fewer liberal arts electives thanstudents in the Fine and Performing Arts Associatein Arts degree programs. CCC’s Associate in FineArts program prepares you to transfer as a junior ina fine arts bachelor’s degree program at an artcollege.

You can specialize in ceramics, painting,drawing or sculpture. You’ll get a solid foundationin drawing and design along with the time tospecialize in your chosen art medium. You’ll learncritical and creative thinking skills, and thetechniques of artistic practice. You’ll compile astrong art portfolio, which is necessary for applyingto four-year colleges and jobs.

Impressive FImpressive FImpressive FImpressive FImpressive FacilitiesacilitiesacilitiesacilitiesacilitiesThe Frank Guaracini Jr. Fine and Performing ArtsCenter is the cultural hub of the region. The centerhouses the art gallery, art studios and a cuttingedge computer graphics laboratory. Ceramicscourses are taught at Clay College in the MillvilleArts District.

AFA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing I 4 AR 113 Fundamentals of Drawing II 3 AR 200 2-D Design 4 AR 202 Color Theory & Practice 3 AR 205 3-D Design 3 AR 213 Life Drawing 3 AR 115 Painting I 4 CR 101 Ceramics I 3 AR 140 Sculpture I 3 AR 120 Printmaking I 3 CG 101 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

AR 107 Art History I 3 AR 108 Art History II 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Mathematics ororororor

Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

AR 112 Watercolor Painting 3 AR 145 Sculpture II 3 AR 215 Painting II 3 CR 102 Ceramics II 3 CG 114 Digital Photography 3

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)Curriculum Code: 166

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Define the visual elements and design principles including the termsassociated with each in written form.•Utilize historical references and be able to locate and criticallyevaluate information and information sources in design and fine arts.•Exhibit proficiency in drawing skills including linear perspective.•Apply 2D and 3D terminology, techniques, and knowledge of variousmediums.•Create a portfolio that conforms to expectations of BA or BFAprograms in art or design for successful transfer or employment.

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Associate in Fine ArtsFine Arts/Theatre/Acting

Fine and Performing Arts

Curriculum Code: 167

Fine Arts/Theatre/Acting

TH 120 Acting I 3 TH 220 Acting II 3 TH 221 Acting III 3 TH 222 Acting IV 3 TH 150 Stagecraft 3 EN 222 Drama 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 TH 111 Production & Performance I 1 TH 212 Production & Performance II 1 TH 213 Production & Performance III 1

TH 207 Stage Make-up 3 TH 230 Readers Theatre ororororor

MU 146 Music of the Theatre 3 TH 208 Children’s Theatre 3 TH 206 Theatre Dance ororororor

TH 205 Movement for the Actor 3 TH 123 Directing ororororor

TH 128 Acting for Television 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 TH 101 Theatre Appreciation 3 TH 201 Theatre History 3 Diversity (MU 115) Elective (Recommended) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)

This program is designed so that Theatremajors gain experience in all areas of theatreproduction. The program is performancebased and students in the program willcomplete foundation courses in theatreperformance studies along with generaleducation requirements. This combination ofcourses will allow them the ability to transferto a four year program. This program is forstudents who are looking for a directedcourse of study that will prepare them fortransfer to a BFA degree program in theatreor to enter the field as a professional.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Recognize and distinguish the history and many diverse forms ofdramatic art.•Distinguish and synthesize the creative process as it applies to thedramatic arts.•Participate in performances by acting, directing, or providing technicalsupport.•Demonstrate career and occupation competencies related to coursework.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

AFA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors atfouor-year colleges and universities. CCCgraduates have obtained bachelor’s degreesand beyond from every college in New Jerseyand scores of colleges and universitiesthroughout America. Cumberland has transferagreements with a number of four-yearcolleges and universities.

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Liberal Arts/Art EducationAssociate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Art Education

Fine and Performing Arts

For students who want to transfer into abachelor’s degree program in art education.The option offers a strong foundation in bothbranches. Students who wish to pursue adegree in art education will learn to sharetheir art expertise with children and help themdevelop artistic talent and critical thinkingskills.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors atfour-year colleges and universities. CCCgraduates have obtained bachelor’s degreesand beyond from every college in New Jerseyand scores of colleges and universitiesthroughout America. Cumberland hastransfer agreements with a number of four-year colleges and universities.

ED 101 Historical Foundations of Education 3 AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing I 4 CR 101 Ceramics I 3 PY 213 Educational Psychology 3 PY 214 Human Exceptionality ororororor Program Elective 3/4

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 MA 109 Principles of Math ororororor

MA 115 Mathematical Structures & Algorithms 3 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 102 Child Psychology 3 AR 107 Art History I 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 Science Elective 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 62/6362/6362/6362/6362/63

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

AR 115 Painting I 4 AR 140 Sculpture I 3 CR 102 Ceramics II 3 PY 204 Psychology of Adolescence 3

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(16-17 credits)(16-17 credits)(16-17 credits)(16-17 credits)(16-17 credits)Curriculum Code: 156

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Exhibit proficiency in drawing skills including linear perspective.•Create a portfolio that conforms to the basic requirements to transfersuccessfully into an art education BA program.•Understand and use a variety of instructional strategies to encouragedevelopment of critical thinking, problem solving and performance skills.•Evaluate how children learn and develop and analyze and reflect uponobserved learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social andpersonal development.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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Liberal Arts/Art TherapyAssociate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Art Education

Fine and Performing Arts

For students who want to transfer into abachelor’s degree program in art therapy.The option offers a strong foundation in thefundamentals of art therapy. Students whowish to pursue a degree in art therapy willlearn to explore an individual’s problems andpotential, wile using art to cultivate physicaland emotional well-being. The curriculumincludes an interaction between theoreticallearning and artistic learning.

AR 103 Intro to Art Therapy and Methods 3 AR 104 Art Therapy and Practice 3 AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing I 4 AR 200 2-D Design 4 CR 101 Ceramics 1 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

AR 107 Art History I 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 Diversity Elective 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 MA 109 Principles of Math ororororor

MA 205 Statistics 3 Science Elective 4 Math or Science Elective* 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 207 Human Growth and Development 3 SP 203 Efffective Speech 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6363636363

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)Curriculum Code: 157

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Analyze the relationship between art making and art therapy.•Use a variety of art materials and therapeutic art techniques to gain anunderstanding of the healing nature of the art process.•Identify the major theoretical approaches of the pioneers whodeveloped art therapy as a profession.•Identify and discuss the developmental stages of art, the therapeuticprocess, and the stages of therapy.•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Ceramics Liberal Arts/Ceramics

Fine and Performing Arts

AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing I 4 AR 205 3 – D Design 3 CR 101 Ceramics I 3 CR 102 Ceramics II 3 CR 105 Sculptural Ceramics ororororor

CR 106 Ceramic Technologies 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

AR 107 Art History I 3 AR 108 Art History II 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(16 credits)(16 credits)(16 credits)(16 credits)(16 credits)

This program prepaes the student for transferinto a four-year institution with a ceramicspecialization within the art department or artschool. The student will have a strongbackground in studio ceramics andtechnology.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to tranfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees andbeyond from every college in New Jersey andscores of colleges and universities throughoutAmerica. Cumberland has transferagreements with a number of four-yearcolleges and universities.

Curriculum Code: 122

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate basic concepts of structure and construction techniques.•Recognize and demonstrate use of tools and materials associated withthree-dimensional design.•Analyze glaze and clay formulation, operate kilns and other studioequipment.•Perform basic maintenance of a functioning ceramic studio.•Utilize historical references and be able to locate and critically evaluateinformation and information sources in design and fine arts.

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This program enables students to gain skillsand build the portfolios they will need topursue a degree at a four-year institution anda career in the visual arts. The program offersa strong foundation for gaining insights andfluency of artistic expression. The curriculumlends itself to portfolio building and theexploration of various media within theartistic fields, including fine arts, fine crafts,art history or applied arts.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

AR 107 Art History I 3 AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing I 4 AR 113 Fundamentals of Drawing II 3 AR 200 2 – D Design 4

General Education Requirements (45 credits)General Education Requirements (45 credits)General Education Requirements (45 credits)General Education Requirements (45 credits)General Education Requirements (45 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective* 4 Science Elective ororororor

Mathematics Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective (Literature) (Recommended) 3 Humanities Elective (Literature) (Recommended) 3 Humanities Elective (Foreign Language) 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(14 credits)(14 credits)(14 credits)(14 credits)(14 credits)

Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Design/Fine Arts

Liberal Arts/Design/Fine Arts

Fine and Performing Arts

Curriculum Code: 146

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:• Define the visual elements and design principles including the termsassociated with each in written form.•Utilize historical references and be able to locate and critically evaluateinformation and information sources in design and fine arts.•Apply 2D and 3D terminology, techniques, and knowledge of variousmediums.•Exhibit proficiency in drawing skills including linear perspective.•Create a portfolio that conforms to expectations of BA or BFA programsin art or design for successful transfer or employment.

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Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Music Liberal Arts/Music

Fine and Performing Arts

You’ll gain valuable experience participatingin the Chorus, Wind Symphony and otherensembles. You can take individual lessonsfrom professional musicians. You’ll get astrong background in liberal arts that willprepare you to transfer to a four-year collegeor music school.

Impressive FImpressive FImpressive FImpressive FImpressive FacilitiesacilitiesacilitiesacilitiesacilitiesThe Frank Guaracini Jr. Fine and PerformingArts Center is the cultural hub of the region. Ithouses the 500-seat George P. Luciano Sr.Theatre, which showcases local, regional andnational talent year-round.

You may choose to transfer to a four-yearcollege or music school. CCC graduates havesuccessfully obtained bachelor’s degrees andbeyond at every college in New Jersey andscores of colleges and universities throughoutAmerica.

Graduates perform as musicians and giveprivate music lessons. Many go into musiceducation where there are numerousopportunities in a variety of settings. Thechoice of becoming a teacher, on any gradelevel, provides a great deal of satisfaction. Forthe amateur performer, there are smalltheatres and ensembles looking for that risingstar.

Professionally, there are manyopportunities on and off Broadway, at AtlanticCity casinos and in major metropolitan areassuch as Philadelphia, Newark and Camden.Increasingly, communities realize that the artsenhance their quality of life, which is vital foreconomic development.

MU 103 Music Theory I 2 MU 104 Music Theory II 2 MU 112 Ear Training and Sight Singing I 2 MU 113 Ear Training and Sight Singing II 2 MU 214 MIDI & Audio Recording I 3 Applied Music I 1 Applied Music II 1 Ensemble I/Chorus I 1 Ensemble II/Chorus II 1

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 MU 114 Music History ororororor

MU 105 World Music 3 MU 115 History of Jazz & Popular Music ororororor

MU 105 World Music 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematics Elective ororororor

Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities (Literature) Elective (Recommended) 3 Humanities (Literature or Foreign Language) Elective

(Recommended) 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)Curriculum Code: 181

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Explain, identify, and apply musical elements and techniques of musictheory and aural theory.•Demonstrate performing competence in their major area of study andin their particular ensemble performing areas.•Recognize the historical basis of the development of musical forms andgenres in its cultural context.•Describe music technology in its various forms for teaching,composition, and scholarly pursuits.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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Liberal Arts/Theatre EducationAssociate in Arts

Liberal Arts/Theatre Education

Fine and Performing Arts

For students who want to transfer into abachelor’s degree program in TheatreEducation. The option offers a strongfoundation in both branches. Students whowish to pursue a degree in Theatre Educationwill learn to share their theatre expertise withchildren and help them develop artistic talentand critical thinking skills.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

ED 101 Historical Foundations of Education 3 PY 213 Educational Psychology 3 TH 120 Acting I 3 TH 150 Stagecraft 3 TH 220 Acting II 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 MA 109 Principles of Math ororororor

MA 115 Mathematical Structures & Algorithms 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 102 Child Psychology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 TH 101 Theatre Appreciation 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 MU 115 History of Jazz & Popular Music ororororor

MU 105 World Music 346

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)Curriculum Code: 141

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Exhibit proficiency in character analysis and scene study.•Create a portfolio that contains samples of work in scene study,monologues, business essentials and elective courses showcasingcompletion of the basic requirements of theatre study to transfersuccessfully into a theatre education BA program.•Evaluate how children learn and develop and analyze and reflect uponobserved learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social andpersonal development.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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Ceramic Technology

AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing 4 AR 205 3-D Design 3 CR 101 Ceramics I 3 CR 102 Ceramics II 3 CR 103 Ceramics III 3 CR 105 Sculptural Ceramics 3 CR 106 Ceramic Technologies 3 CR 107 Clay Co-op Experience – Gallery ororororor

CR 108 Clay Co-op Experience – Studio 3 CR 109 Craft Business Practices or Internship 3

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3434343434

Fine and Performing Arts

(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)

Clay College’s credit and continuing educationceramics courses are popular among youngand old students who take the courses duringthe day, in the evening and on weekends.Students can take ceramics courses with acareer in mind or for personal enrichment.

Both credit and non-credit students learn tomold and fire ceramics, and “throw pots” atCumberland County College’s Clay College,located on High Street in the Millville ArtsDistrict. Residents and students of Clay Collegeform distinctive pottery and sculpture by usingvarious hand building techniques includingpinch, coil slab and the pottery wheel.

Impressive FImpressive FImpressive FImpressive FImpressive FacilityacilityacilityacilityacilityClay College is a spacious facility that’s 150feet long, and equipped with 15 pottery wheelsand four kilns. The gallery at the entranceshowcases the work of students as well as localand regional artists.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunityto test an area of interest, or enhance adegree program. Students who complete acertificate program can continue to obtain anassociate’s degree and beyond.

Academic CertificateCeramic Technology

Curriculum Code: 123

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate basic concepts of structure and construction techniques.•Recognize and demonstrate use of tools and materials associated withthree-dimensional design.•Analyze glaze and clay formulation, operate kilns and other studioequipment.•Perform basic maintenance of a functioning ceramic studio.•Design and write a business plan, resume, artist statement and bio.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesKiln repair & maintenance; Ceramic Technician within a higher learninginstitution (ceramic or glass studio); Self employed artisan orconsultant/freelance technician providing technical information forschool or private ceramic studio; Glass or ceramic kiln assistanttechnician assisting in fabrication and installation of kilns.

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First SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst Semester ART 104 Drawing* 3 ART 115 Two-Dimensional Design* 3 ART 116 Three-Dimensional Design* 3 EN 101 English Composition I @CCC 3 FNA 115 Glass Survey I: Techniques* 3

15

Second SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond Semester ART 130 Figure Drawing* 3 EN 102 English Composition II @ CCC 3 FNA 120 Cold Glass Assemblage &

SurfaceTreatment* 3 FNA 221 Kiln Techniques* 3 General Education Social Science Elective* 3

15Third SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird Semester AR 107 Art History I @ CCC 3 ART 205 Basic Digital Photography* 6 ART 225 Portfolio & Professional Practices* 3 FNA 110 Principles of Flameworking 3 FNA 150 Glassblowing I* 3

18

Fourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth Semester AR 108 Art History II @ CCC 4 FNA 210 Sculptural Approaches to

Flameworked Glass* 3 FNA 250 Glassblowing II* 3 General Education Math Elective** 3 General Education Elective 3

16

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6464646464

*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken andapplied.applied.applied.applied.applied.

The Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) program inGlass Art embraces an approach to designrooted in the history and culture of making.The curriculum provides students with acarefully planned program of study thatfocuses on exploring contemporaryapplied craft and design practice, theacquisition oftraditional hand skills in variedglassmaking techniques, and complementarystudies in art history, digital imagingand professional presentation. The program —in which design, collaboration, community andcreative expression play an integral part —allows students to see their work develop frominitial idea to finished product, under technicaland creative guidance.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with professionaldesigners, artists, fabricators and manufacturers, as well as clients andcolleagues.•Demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.•Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary craft and designpractice, project development strategies, and glass-forming processesand techniques; and•Outline and successfully execute a project plan from initial idea orinspiration to the design, fabrication and marketing of a product.

Glass ArtA collaborative A.F.A. program with Salem Community College

Associate in Fine ArtsGlass Technology

Glass Technology

Curriculum Code: 165

AFA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at fouryear colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees andbeyond from every college in New Jersey andscores of colleges and universities throughoutAmerica. Cumberland has transferagreements with a number of four-yearcolleges and universities.

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Scientific Glass TechnologyAssociate in Applied ScienceScientific Glass Technology

Glass Technology

Curriculum Code: 497

A collaborative A.A.S. program with Salem Community College

Cumberland County College (30 credits)Cumberland County College (30 credits)Cumberland County College (30 credits)Cumberland County College (30 credits)Cumberland County College (30 credits)First SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst Semester CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers @ CCC 3 EN 101 English Composition I @ CCC 3 General Education Humanities Elective @ CCC 3 SGT 113 Introduction to Scientific Glass* 6

15

Second SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond Semester EN 103 Technical Writing @ CCC 3 SGT 114 Basic Apparatus Fabrication* 6 SGT 115 Technical Drawing & CAD for Glassblowers* 3 General Education Social Science Elective @ CCC 3

15

Salem Community College (32 credits)Salem Community College (32 credits)Salem Community College (32 credits)Salem Community College (32 credits)Salem Community College (32 credits)Third SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird Semester BUS 102 Introduction to Business* 3 CHM 101General Chemistry* 4 SGT 210 Advanced Fabrication I* 6 Open Elective 3

16

Fourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth Semester CHM 108Organic Chemistry for Glassblowers* 4 FNA 120 Cold Glass Assemblage &

Surface Treatment* 3 SGT 211 Advanced Fabrication II* 6 General Education Math Elective 3

16

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 6262626262

*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College.*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College.*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College.*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College.*Courses must be completed at Salem Community College.

Scientific glassblowers create glass apparatusfor scientific research in laboratories, universitiesand industry. The only program of its kind in thenation, Scientific Glass Technology combinesclassroom study and hands-on laboratorytechniques, technical drawing and advancedfabrication. Students develop a solidunderstanding of scientific glassblowing so thatthey are able to fabricate apparatus accordingto technical specifications.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Utilize and improve skills to fabricate more Intricately designed glassapparatus.•Fabricate functional apparatus according to research and industrialtechnical specifications.•Demonstrate the ability to produce, read and understand glass shopdrawings.

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbot those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges. Students are encouraged to visit theNJ transfer website: www.njtransfer.org fortransfer course equivalencies.

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Associate in Applied ScienceGraphic Design

Graphic Design

Graphic Design

This program provides students with a strongpractical and conceptual foundation in theareas of print, screen-based and motionwork. Graduates are prepared to assumeentry-level jobs as design layout artists,production assistants, junior graphic designersand web/motion graphic artists. GraphicDesign graduates may work for advertisingand marketing firms, television postproduction studios, printers andprintcompanies and non-profit and corporate in-house department.

AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing I 4 AR 200 2 – D Design 4 AR 202 Color Theory and Practice 3 CG 101 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 CG 102 Computer Illustration 3 CG 105 Introduction to Desktop Publishing 3 CG 110 Digital Imaging 3 CG 112 Introduction to Motion Graphics 3 CG 113 Graphic Web Design 3 CG 201 Fundamentals of Graphic Design 3 CG 203 Communication Design 3 CG 204 Graphic Design Internship 3 CG 205 Portfolio Preparation & Presentation 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

AR 108 Art History II 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor 3

EN 103 Technical Writing MA 109 Principles of Mathematics 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)Curriculum Code: 137

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:• Define the visual elements and design principles, including the termsassociated with each in written form.•Show proficiency in a variety of computer skills in both AdobePhotoshop and Adobe Illustrator.•Utilize historical references and be able to locate and critically evaluateinformation and information sources.•Create a portfolio from both classes and a community internship thatconforms to industry standards for employment in graphic design.•Use standard desktop publishing software including Quark andInDesign.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level design layout artists, production assistants, junior graphicdesigners and web/motion graphic artists.

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This program is for students who wish toearn an associate degree in art with agraphic design emphasis. Throughout thetwo-year program, students are introducedto drawing, color, computer graphics,illustration and emerging technologies.Working with Macintosh computers,students will learn skills in computergraphics and desktop publishing that willequip them to continue their studies at afour-year institution or to earn entry levelpositions as graphic designers in the art,publishing and corporate environments.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing I 4 AR 200 2-D Design 4 CG 101 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 CG 102 Computer Illustration 3 CG 105 Desktop Publishing 3

General Education Requirements (43 credits)General Education Requirements (43 credits)General Education Requirements (43 credits)General Education Requirements (43 credits)General Education Requirements (43 credits)

AR 107 Art History I 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Science Elective ororororor

Mathematics Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities (Literature) Elective (Recommended) 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)(17 credits)

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Define the visual elements and design principles, including the termsassociated with each in written form.•Use standard graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop andAdobe Illustrator.•Utilize historical references and be able to locate and critically evaluateinformation and information sources.•Create a portfolio that conforms to the basic requirements to transfersuccessfully into a Graphic Design BA or BFA program.•Use standard desktop publishing software including Quark andInDesign.

Liberal Arts/Graphic ArtsAssociate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Graphic Arts

Curriculum Code: 136

Graphic Design

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Game Design & DevelopmentAssociate in ScienceGame Design & Development

Graphic Design

Cumberland County College (31 credits)Cumberland County College (31 credits)Cumberland County College (31 credits)Cumberland County College (31 credits)Cumberland County College (31 credits)First SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst Semester AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing 4 CG 101 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3

16Second SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond Semester AR 101 Art Appreciation 3 CG 102 Computer Illustration 3 CG 110 Digital Imaging Technique 3 MA 120 College Trigonometry 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3

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Salem Community College (31 credits)Salem Community College (31 credits)Salem Community College (31 credits)Salem Community College (31 credits)Salem Community College (31 credits)Summer SemesterSummer SemesterSummer SemesterSummer SemesterSummer Semester CGA 160 Introduction to Game Engines 3

Salem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeSalem Community CollegeThird SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird Semester CGA 142 Animation for the Web 3 CGA 162 Introduction to Game Programming 3 CGA 164 Audio & Video for Game Design 3 HIS 101 Western Civilization I 3 PHY 101 Physics I 4

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Fourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth SemesterFourth Semester CGA 135 Introduction to 3-D Modeling Techniques 3 CGA 161 Game Engines II 3 HIS 102 Western Civilization II 3 PSY 101 General Psychology 3

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Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

Curriculum Code: 139

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

•Demonstrate an understanding of the workflow involved in designingand developing a game or training simulation environment.•Demonstrate the ability to use game engine platforms.•Create user interfaces.•Design user experiences.•Employ programming techniques to create complex environments withphysics, logic and purpose.•Locate, discern and effectively use information to solve problems in thedesign and development of games.

Transfer of CreditsTransfer of CreditsTransfer of CreditsTransfer of CreditsTransfer of CreditsGame Design and Development graduates may transfer credits to abachelor’s degree program at a four-year college or university.

A joint AS degree program with Salem Community College.

The Game Design and Development programcombines both the programming and designaspects of creating video games for majorplatforms, consoles and mobile devices. Theprogram further provides preparation invirtualization for medical, educational andmilitary applications, as well as the next round ofinteractive applications. Combining the skills ofgraphic design, interactive design, and 3D skillsand programming, this interdisciplinary degreeprogram prepares students for the exciting worldof game design and development.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at fouryear colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008 by the NJState legislature assures seamless transfer ofcredits toward junior standing at NJ statecolleges and universities.

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AR 110 Fundamentals of Drawing 4 AR 200 2-D Design 4 CG 101 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 CG 102 Computer Illustration 3 CG 105 Introduction to Desktop Publishing 3 CG 110 Digital Imaging 3 CG 113 Graphic Web Design 3 EN 231 News Writing I 4

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements (6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3333333333

Graphic Design

This program prepares students to obtaingraphic designer positions at businesses andagencies, or to operate their own graphicsbusiness.

Since experience and work samples areimportant for success in the field, studentsparticipate in graphic design internships atarea firms and learn to prepare and presentportfolios.

The instructors are college professors andprofessional practitioners in the field. In thecutting-edge Mac Lab in the Frank GuaraciniJr. Fine and Performing Arts Center, studentsuse industry standard equipment to learn realworld applications.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

Academic CertificateComputer Graphics/Desktop Publishing

Curriculum Code: 113

Computer Graphics/Desktop Publishing

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Use standard graphic design software including Photoshop andIllustrator.•Perform operations using a Mac® and other graphic design hardware.•Use standard desktop publishing software including Quark andInDesign.•Define the visual elements and design principles, including the termsassociated with each in written form.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level layout, desktop publishing or print production artists.

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Biomedical Science

BI 102 General Biology II 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 CH 102 General Chemistry II 4 CH 201 Organic Chemistry I 4 CH 202 Organic Chemistry II 4 PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I 4 PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4 Program Electives 4

General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 MA 205 Statistics I 3 MA 121 Precalculus Mathematics ororororor

MA 130 Calculus I 4 BI 101 General Biology I 4 PY 101 General Psychology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities ororororor

Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6464646464

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

BI 201 Genetics 4 BI 203 Microbiology 4

(32 credits)(32 credits)(32 credits)(32 credits)(32 credits)

Health Science

Associate in ScienceBiomedical Science

Curriculum Code: 400

The A.S. in Biomedical Science programoffers a rigorous program which heavilyemphasizes the Biology, Chemistry andPhysics classes that students are required tohave in the pathways of Medicine, Dentistry,Veterinary Medicine and Biological/Biomedical Research.

A.S. programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors tofour-year colleges and universities. Graduatesof this program will be prepared for entry intobaccalaureate programs in the biomedicalsciences.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in2008 by the NJ State legislature assuresseamless transfer of credits toward juniorstanding at NJ state colleges and universities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Analyze and interpret scientific data.•Write and verbally communicate scientific principles and concepts usingterminology appropriate to the discipline of study.•Organize and analyze data to solve problems.•Locate, interpret, critically evaluate and make informed conclusionsabout scientific literature.

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Biomedical Science/Healthcare

BI 102 General Biology II 4 BI 106 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 BI 203 Microbiology 4 HS 101 Elements of Healthcare Careers 3 PY 207 Human Growth and Development 3 Program Electives 10

General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 MA 205 Statistics I 3 MA 121 Precalculus Mathematics ororororor

MA 130 Calculus I 4 BI 101 General Biology I 4 PY 101 General Psychology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities ororororor

Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6464646464

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

BI 201 Genetics 4 BI 208 Introduction to Infectious Disease 3 BI 210 Basic Pathology – Mechanics of Disease 3 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 CH 102 General Chemistry II 4 CH 201 Organic Chemistry I 4 CH 202 Organic Chemistry II 4 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2 HS 105 Introduction to Athletic Training 2 HS 112 Dynamics of Health & Fitness 3 HS 115 Basic Nutrition 3 HS 140 Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare 3 HS 218 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries 3 PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I 4 PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4

(32 credits)(32 credits)(32 credits)(32 credits)(32 credits)

Associate in ScienceBiomedical Science/Healthcare

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 401

The Healthcare Option under the A.S. inBiomedical Sciences is designed toaccommodate those students wishing topursue a pathway in healthcare such asPhysical Therapy, Occupational Therapy,Athletic Training, Exercise Science,Chiropractic, Medical Lab Technician and avariety of healthcare professions.

A.S. programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors tofour-year colleges and universities. Graduatesof this program will be prepared for entry intobaccalaureate programs in healthcare.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in2008 by the NJ State legislature assuresseamless transfer of credits toward juniorstanding at NJ state colleges and universities.

Upon completion of ths program, students should be able to:Upon completion of ths program, students should be able to:Upon completion of ths program, students should be able to:Upon completion of ths program, students should be able to:Upon completion of ths program, students should be able to:•Analyze and interpret scientific data.•Write and verbally communicate scientific principles and conceptsusing terminology appropriate to the discipline of study.•Organize and analyze data to solve problems.•Locate, interpret, critically evaluate and make informed conclusionsabout scientific literature.•Identify career options in the healthcare industry.

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Students preparing for a specific allied health program should focuson the course sequences below before taking any other coursesfrom the Biomedical Science/Healthcare degree. Please note thatyou cannot graduate with a “prep” designation under BiomedicalSciences. If you complete the degree as listed on this page, yourdiploma will read “Biomedical Science/Healthcare A.S.”

•Nursing RN Prep: BI 101, EN 101, PY 101, EN 102, BI 106, PY 207,SO 201, BI 203, HUM GE, BI 107

•Radiography Prep: BI 101, BI 106, BI 107, EN 101, PY 101, EN 102,SO 201, HUM GE, (also MA109 & CS101 – part of RadiographyDegree only)

•Nursing PN Prep: BI 101, EN 101, PY 101, BI 106, HS 115

Biomedical Science/HealthcareAssociate in Science

Biomedical Science/Healthcare

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 401

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level position in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletictraining, exercise science, chiropractic, medical lab technician fields.

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Associate in ScienceBiomedical Science/Exercise Science

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 402

Biomedical Science/Exercise Science

BI 106 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 HS 105 Introduction to Athletic Training 2 HS 145 Exercise Science I 3 HS 245 Exercise Science II 3 PY 207 Human Growth & Development 3 Program Electives 14

General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 BI 101 General Biology I 4 MA 205 Statistics I 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective ororororor

Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 6464646464

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

HS 140 Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare 3BI 216 Biomechanics 3HS 218 Prevention /Care Athletic Injuries 3HS 115 Basic Nutrition 3PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I 4PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4CH 101 General Chemistry I 4CH 102 General Chemistry II 4SO 214 Sports & Sociology 3

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources pertaining to exercise science.•Take a position on an ethical issue or situation in the field of exercisescience and defend it.•Use current and accurate industry terminology.•Design basic strength and cardiovascular training programs.•Evaluate career and sub-discipline career opportunities inexercise science.

(33 credits)(33 credits)(33 credits)(33 credits)(33 credits)

A.S. programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors tofour-year colleges and universities. Graduatesof this program will be prepared for entry intobaccalaureate programs in the biomedicalsciences. As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in2008 by the NJ State legislature assuresseamless transfer of credits toward juniorstanding at NJ state colleges and universities.

Exercise Science is the study of movement andthe associated functional responses andadaptations. In this context, an exercise scientistmust understand the scientific basis underlyingexercise-induced physiological responses. Thefield of Exercise Science is quite diverse;ranging from the study of how organ systemswork at the cellular level when confronted withdisease, to improving the biomechanicalefficiency of an employee working on anassembly line. This program prepares studentsto become professionals who can assumeleadership roles in a variety of health relatedprofessions. Graduates have gone on to assistindividuals from school aged children to adultsto improve their personal health status and todevelop a wellness based lifestyle in a variety oftracks.

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Students can continue on in CCC’s A.S. inBiomedical Science program or seekprofessional advancement in a healthcareprofession.

The A. A. S. Health Science degree is availableto individuals who have completed a postsecondary accredited or state licensed healtheducation program, and maintain a currentlicense or documented certification in ahealthcare profession.

This program provides a degree route forthose individuals who are certified or licensedand employed in health professions for whichno specific career advancement or degree isavailable. Individuals who are pharmacytechnicians, dental assistants, emergencymedical technicians, LPNs, phlebotomists,medical assistants, radiographers, and militarytrained health practitioners may consider thisprogram.

Associate in Applied ScienceHealth Science

Health/Science

Curriculum Code: 707

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Analyze and interpret scientific data.•Write and verbally communicate scientific principles and conceptsusing technology and terminology appropriate to the discipline of study.•Demonstrate the ability to generate, organize, and analyze data tosolve problems.•Locate, critically evaluate and make informed conclusions aboutscientific literature.

BI 106 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 BI 210 Basic Pathology-Mechanics of Disease 3 BI 208 Introduction to Infectious Disease 3 HS 101 Elements of Healthcare Careers 3 HS 115 Basic Nutrition 3 HS 140 Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare 3 Program Electives* 12

General Education Requirements (25 credits)General Education Requirements (25 credits)General Education Requirements (25 credits)General Education Requirements (25 credits)General Education Requirements (25 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

SP 203 Effective Speech orororororEN 103 Technical Writing 3

Math Elective** 3 BI 101 General Biology I ororororor

BI 102 General Biology II orororororCH 101 General Chemistry I 4

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives BI 201 Genetics 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 CH 102 General Chemistry II 4 CH 201 Organic Chemistry I 4 CH 202 Organic Chemistry II 4 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2 HS 105 Introduction to Athletic Training 2 HS 112 Dynamics of Health & Fitness 3 HS 218 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries 3 PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I 4 PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4

*Up to 21 health science credits may be awarded for a license or credential in an*Up to 21 health science credits may be awarded for a license or credential in an*Up to 21 health science credits may be awarded for a license or credential in an*Up to 21 health science credits may be awarded for a license or credential in an*Up to 21 health science credits may be awarded for a license or credential in anallied health related field from an approved educational training program.allied health related field from an approved educational training program.allied health related field from an approved educational training program.allied health related field from an approved educational training program.allied health related field from an approved educational training program.Additional courses from the approved program elective list can be completed toAdditional courses from the approved program elective list can be completed toAdditional courses from the approved program elective list can be completed toAdditional courses from the approved program elective list can be completed toAdditional courses from the approved program elective list can be completed tomake up the difference.make up the difference.make up the difference.make up the difference.make up the difference.

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(35 credits)(35 credits)(35 credits)(35 credits)(35 credits)

Health Science

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesManagerial or supervisory positions in an allied health field.

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(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)

BI 208 Introduction to Infectious Disease 3 BI 210 Basic Pathology-Mechanics of Disease 3 HS 101 Elements of Healthcare Careers 3 HS 115 Basic Nutrition 3 HS 140 Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare 3 Program Electives* 9

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3232323232

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

BI 101 General Biology 4 BI 106 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 BI 201 Genetics 4 BI 210 Basic Pathology – Mechanics of Disease 3 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 CH 102 General Chemistry II 4 CH 201 Organic Chemistry I 4 CH 202 Organic Chemistry II 4 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2 HS 105 Introduction to Athletic Training 2 HS 112 Dynamics of Health & Fitness 3 HS 115 Basic Nutrition 3 HS 140 Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare 3 HS 218 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries 3 PI 123 Fundamentals of Physics I 4 PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics II 4

*Up to 9 health science credits may be awarded for a license or*Up to 9 health science credits may be awarded for a license or*Up to 9 health science credits may be awarded for a license or*Up to 9 health science credits may be awarded for a license or*Up to 9 health science credits may be awarded for a license orcredential in an allied health related field from an approvedcredential in an allied health related field from an approvedcredential in an allied health related field from an approvedcredential in an allied health related field from an approvedcredential in an allied health related field from an approvededucational training program. Additional courses from theeducational training program. Additional courses from theeducational training program. Additional courses from theeducational training program. Additional courses from theeducational training program. Additional courses from theapproved program elective list can be completed to make up theapproved program elective list can be completed to make up theapproved program elective list can be completed to make up theapproved program elective list can be completed to make up theapproved program elective list can be completed to make up thedifference.difference.difference.difference.difference.

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 723

The Academic Certificate program in HealthScience is designed for individuals whocompleted, or are on track to complete, apost secondary accreditation or state licenseshealth education program.

This program provides a career anddegree pathway for those individuals who arecertified or are in the process of earning acertification in a health profession.

Individuals who are, or are in training, aspharmacy technicians, dental assistants,emergency medical technicians, LPNs,phlebotomists, medical assistants,radiographers, etc. and military trainedhealth practitioners may consider thisprogram.

Academic CertificateHealth Science

Students can continue on in CCC’s A.A.S. inHealth Science or CCC’s A.S. in BiomedicalScience: Healthcare Option. Studentsobtaining this certificate can also seekprofessional advancement in a healthcareprofession. Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunityto test an area of interest, or enhance adegree program. Students who complete acertificate program can continue to obtain adegree.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Analyze and interpret scientific data.•Write and verbally communicate scientific principles and conceptsusing technology and terminology appropriate to the discipline of study.•Locate, critically evaluate and make informed conclusions aboutscientific literature.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesManagerial or supervisory positions in an allied health field.

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Cumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeFirst Year/First SemesterFirst Year/First SemesterFirst Year/First SemesterFirst Year/First SemesterFirst Year/First Semester BI 106 Basic Anatomy and Physiology I 4 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 HS 104 Introduction to Health Information 3 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2

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Second SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond Semester BI 107 Basic Anatomy and Physiology II 4 EN 102 English Composition II 3 HS 140 Legal and Ethical Issues 3 MA 205 Statistics 3 Social Science/Diversity Elective 3

1616161616Camden County College (Online)Camden County College (Online)Camden County College (Online)Camden County College (Online)Camden County College (Online)Second Year/First SemesterSecond Year/First SemesterSecond Year/First SemesterSecond Year/First SemesterSecond Year/First Semester HIT 110 Health Informatics 4 HIT 115 Healthcare Reimbursement 3 HIT 130 Introduction to Ambulatory Coding 3 HIT 134 Basic Pathophysiology 3 HIT 140 Diagnostic and Procedural Coding I 3 HIT 150 Technical Practice Experience 1

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Second YearSecond YearSecond YearSecond YearSecond Year HIT 132 Pharmacology 3

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Second SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond Semester HIT 202 Statistical Methods for Health Info 3 HIT 215 Advanced Ambulatory Coding 3 HIT 235 Organizational Resources, QI, and PI 4 HIT 240 Diagnostic and Procedural Coding II 4 HIT 220 Professional Practice Experience 2

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Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6767676767

Health Information TechnologyA joint AAS degree program with Camden County College(Online Completion)

Associate in Applied ScienceHealth Information Technology

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 730

AAS programs are designed for students who wantto enter a career directly after graduating but thosewho change their plans find that most of their CCCcredits transfer to four-year colleges. Students areencouraged to visit the NJ transfer website:www.njtransfer.org for transfer course equivalencies. Upon successful graduation from the program atCamden County College, graduates are eligible totake the Registered Health Information Technician(RHIT) examination offered by the professionalassociation, the American Health InformationManagement Association (AHIMA). Once achieved,certification is an important hallmark forprofessionals in the field of Health InformationManagement.

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:•Effectively demonstrate competencies with the most current codingsoftware.•Effectively use practical coding tools such as medical records andoperative reports.•Effectively demonstrate entry-level competencies in the area of HealthInformation Management (HIM)•Be eligible to take the national certification examination for RegisteredHealth Information Technician (RHIT) offered by the American HealthInformation Management Association (AHIMA)

This degree is designed for the student who isseeking a professional career based in the healthcarearena. The field of Health Information Technologydeals with the gathering, storage, and abstraction ofhealth data. This data can be transformed intomeaningful and useful information that can beutilized by various professionals for a variety ofpurposes. Students educated in the field of HealthInformation Technology can perform various jobduties and are employed in a variety of settings.Acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities,rehabilitation facilities, insurance agencies, andpharmaceutical companies are just a sampling ofemployers. This field has a national professionalorganization, the American Health InformationManagement Association (AHIMA). Students seekingcurrent information on the growth of the field, salaryinformation, and types of employers should accessthe national organization via www.ahima.org.

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Academic CertificateMedical Coding

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 731

Medical Coding

Cumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst SemesterFirst Semester BI 104 Human Biology 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 HS 104 Introduction to Health Information 3 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2

1414141414Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Second SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond SemesterSecond Semester HIT 115 Healthcare Reimbursement 3 HIT 130 Introduction to Ambulatory Coding 3 HIT 134 Basic Pathophysiology 3 HIT 140 Diagnostic and Procedural Coding I 3

1212121212Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Camden County College (online)Third SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird SemesterThird Semester HIT 132 Pharmacology 3 HIT 135 Medical Coding Internship 2 HIT 215 Advanced Ambulatory Coding 3 HIT 240 Diagnostic and Procedural Coding II 4

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Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3838383838

NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: Clinical placements may be a required part of the curriculumand a requirement for graduation. Clinical placements may require acriminal background check, health clearance and/or drug testing beforeparticipation is allowed. Clinical sites may deny a student’s participationin the event of a positive finding. Individuals who have been convicted ofa felony or misdemeanor may be denied certification or licensure as ahealth professional. Information regarding eligibility may be obtainedfrom the appropriate credentialing body.

A joint certificate program with Camden County College

Certificate programs provide specific career skillsdevelopment as well as the opportunity to test anarea of interest, or enhance a degree program.Students who complete a certificate program cancontinue to obtain a degree.

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:•Effectively demonstrate competencies with the most current codingsoftware.•Effectively use practical coding tools such as medical records andoperative reports.•Take the national entry-level certification by the American HealthInformation Management Association (AHIMA) with the CertifiedCoding Associate (CCA) credential.

This certificate program will prepare the student to workin many areas requiring coding expertise. The codingcourses follow the prerequisites Medical Terminologyand Human Biology, which expose the student to termsand anatomy necessary for learning medical coding.This program can be completed as a full-time or part-time student. The program at Camden County Collegeis approved by the American Health InformationManagement Association (AHIMA). Medical coders provide an essential part ofmanaging health information that allows hospitals andphysician offices to receive payment for services. Eachdiagnosis or treatment is assigned a code for whichpayment may be received. Code assignments arebased on coding classification guidelines, federalregulations and sometimes state regulations. In theUnited States healthcare can be complex and has manycomponents including the clinical side, administrativeelements, and governmental oversight. Adequatelytrained personnel are essential for proper reporting ofinformation to ensure correct reimbursement. Areamedical facilities currently seek trained staff with thecoding skills necessary to efficaciously meet thefinancial needs of these institutions. Theory and labexperience will provide the learner with job-readinessskills.

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This program of theoretical and clinical studyprepares students for an entry-level position as aRegistered Nurse. The theoretical component iscomprised of general education and nursingcourses. The clinical component within thenursing courses provides the opportunity topractice giving direct nursing care to clients inacute, long-term and community health careagencies under the guidance of qualified nursingfaculty.

CCC’s Nursing program is accredited by theAccreditation Commission for Education inNursing, Inc., (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE,Suite 850, Atlanta, Georgia 30326 (1-800)669-1656 and the New Jersey Board of Nursing, P.O.Box 45010, Newark, NJ 07101, (973)504-6430. Inquiries or complaints may be forwardedto George Hebert, Executive Director, NJ Boardof Nursing. Upon completion of the program,graduates qualify to take the State Board ofNursing Examination for licensure as a RegisteredNurse.

Nurses practice in a wide variety of settingsranging from hospitals to laboratories.

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduating,but those who change their plans find that most,sometimes all, of their CCC credits transfer tofour-year colleges.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

According to the U.S. Bureau of LaborStatistics, nursing is the largest health careoccupation with more than 2 million jobs and isone of the 10 occupations projected to have thelargest numbers of new jobs.

NU 112 Introduction to Nursing Success 1 NU 113 Concepts in Nursing Practice 1 7 NU 114 Concepts in Nursing Practice II 7 NU 209 Nursing Concepts in Global Health

and Diversity 1 NU 210 Concepts in Nursing Practice III 10 NU 211 Concepts in Nursing Practice IV 10 NU 212 Concepts of Leadership in

Health Care Systems 2

General Education Requirements (30 credits)General Education Requirements (30 credits)General Education Requirements (30 credits)General Education Requirements (30 credits)General Education Requirements (30 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 207 Human Growth & Development 3 BI 106 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 BI 203 Microbiology 4 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6868686868

*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.

-Nursing and science courses must follow in sequence.-A grade of “C” or higher in all nursing and required General Education“C” or higher in all nursing and required General Education“C” or higher in all nursing and required General Education“C” or higher in all nursing and required General Education“C” or higher in all nursing and required General Educationcoursescoursescoursescoursescourses is necessary for progression in the program. For nursing courses,a minimum grade of 78a minimum grade of 78a minimum grade of 78a minimum grade of 78a minimum grade of 78 is necessary to achieve a “C”.-For progression in the program a passing grade of 90 is needed on thea passing grade of 90 is needed on thea passing grade of 90 is needed on thea passing grade of 90 is needed on thea passing grade of 90 is needed on themedical dosage calculation exammedical dosage calculation exammedical dosage calculation exammedical dosage calculation exammedical dosage calculation exam given in NU 113 and NU 210.-The nursing faculty has the perogative to change the nursing curriculumunder established college policies and with the approval of the New JerseyBoard of Nursing.

(38 credits)(38 credits)(38 credits)(38 credits)(38 credits)

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate clinical competence by using evidence based practice toprovide quality patient centered care in a safe, supportive, collaborativeenvironment.•Demonstrate critical reasoning using the nursing process andreflection to address health care problems.•Effectively communicate with patients, significant others, healthcareteam, and community agencies to promote health.•Effective use of technology for research, information processing, andcommunication.•Participate in educational opportunities to foster competence inevidenced based nursing.

Associate in Applied ScienceNursing

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 741

Nursing*

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesRegistered nurse in a wide variety of settings ranging from laboratoriesto hospitals.

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Associate in ScienceHealth Science/Occupational Therapy Assistant

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 775

Occupational TherapyAssistant*

Rutgers CoursesRutgers CoursesRutgers CoursesRutgers CoursesRutgers Courses OCTH 1010 Occupational Therapy Foundations for the OTA 3 PSRT 1102 Communication Techniques 3 OCTH 1020 Occupational Performance and

Participation: Skills and Client Factors 3 OCTH 1031 Conditions Impacting Occupation,

Participation & Health I: Adult/Older Adult 2 OCTH 1019 Level I Fieldwork A: Integration and

Practice Applications 1 PSRT 1103 Group Dynamics 3 OCTH 1051 Principles and Practices I: Wellness and

Mental Health 2 OCTH 1040 Occupational Performance and

Participation: Therapeutic Applications 3 OCTH 1052 Principles and Practices II: Rehabilitation,

Disability, Aging, and Participation 3 OCTH 1029 Level I Fieldwork B: Integration and

Practice Applications 1 OCTH 1032 Conditions Impacting Occupation,

Participation & Health II: Children and Youth 2 OCTH 1053 Principles and Practices III: Children and Youth 2 OCTH 1071 Professional Seminar I 1 OCTH 1039 Level I Fieldwork B: Integration and Practice

Applications 1 OCTH 2019 OTA Practice: Fieldwork II, Adult/Older Adult 5 OCTH 2029 OTA Practice: Fieldwork II, Children and Youth 5 OCTH 2072 Professional Seminar II 2

Cumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeGeneral Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits)General Education Requirements (32 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 BI 106 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 MA 205 Statistics 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 207 Human Growth and Development 3 SO 201 Introduction to Sociology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 7474747474

*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.

The 74-credit joint Associate of Science DegreeProgram in Occupational Therapy Assistant is offeredin collaboration with Rutgers Partner Colleges orInstitutions. Students complete at least 32 generaleducation credits at a College Partner as pre-requisiteto the 42 credits of professional coursework atRutgers. (NO(NO(NO(NO(NOTETETETETE: R: R: R: R: Rutgers courses are offered at theutgers courses are offered at theutgers courses are offered at theutgers courses are offered at theutgers courses are offered at theScotch Plains, NJ campus.)Scotch Plains, NJ campus.)Scotch Plains, NJ campus.)Scotch Plains, NJ campus.)Scotch Plains, NJ campus.)

The OTA program has applied for accreditationand has been granted Developing Program Status bythe Accreditation Council for Occupational TherapyEducation (ACOTE) of the American OccupationalTherapy Association (AOTA).

Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) helppeople of all ages who are challenged by disability,trauma, and/or the aging process to participate inoccupations that are necessary and meaningful forthem.

Occupational Therapy Assistants work inhealthcare, educational and other community settingsin collaboration with a team and under thesupervision of an occupational therapist.

Graduates will be eligible to sit for the nationalcertification examination for the occupational therapyassistant administered by the National Board forCertification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).After successful completion of this exam, theindividual will be a Certified Occupational TherapyAssistant (COTA) and eligible to apply for licensure inmany states including New Jersey.

A joint AS degree program withRutgers University, Scotch Plains, NJ Campus

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When You GraduateThe OTA program has applied for accreditation andhas been granted Developing Program Status by theAccreditation Council for Occupational TherapyEducation (ACOTE) of the American OccupationalTherapy Association (AOTA) Once accreditation ofthe OTA program has been obtained, OTA programgraduates will be eligible to sit for the nationalcertification examination for the occupationaltherapy assistant administered by the National Boardfor Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, theindividual will be a Certified Occupational TherapyAssistant (COTA). In addition, most states includingNew Jersey require licensure in order to practice;however, state licenses are usually based on theresults of the NBCOT Certification Examination.Please Note that a felony conviction may affect agraduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certificationexamination or attain state licensure.

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Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Practice in a safe, ethical, and collaborative manner under thesupervision of an occupational therapist in accordance with theregulations of the healthcare, educational, or community setting.•Provide occupational therapy services to persons, groups, andpopulations from diverse experiences and cultures in health care,educational and community settings.•Contribute to the evaluation process of the person, group, orpopulation, by gathering information, implementing assignedassessments, and reporting results to the OT and treatment team.

Associate in ScienceOccupational Therapy Assistant

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 775

Occupational TherapyAssistant (continued)A joint AS degree program with Rutgers UniversityRutgers, Scotch Plains, NJ Campus

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Associate in SciencePsychosocial Rehabilitationand Treatment

Psychosocial Rehabilitationand Treatment

Health Science

(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)

Curriculum Code: 210

A joint Associate of Science Degree inconjunction with Rutgers University, Stratford,NJ Campus. Psychosocial rehabilitation is afield of practice that promotes recovery, fullcommunity integration and improved quality oflife for persons diagnosed with severe mentalillnesses. Psychiatric rehabilitation servicesfocus on helping individuals develop skills andaccess resources needed to increase thecapacity to be successful and satisfied in theliving, working, learning, and socialenvironments.

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation andTreatment program is a cooperative programoffered by CCC and Rutgers University.Students complete 31 pre-professional creditsin general education and science courses atCCC. The professional course component iscompleted at Rutgers University, Stratford, NJCampus, and the program’s affiliated clinicalsites.

A joint A.S. degree program with Rutgers University,Stratford, NJ Campus

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements Credits Credits Credits Credits Credits

These credits will be completed upon acceptance at Rutgers.

PSRT 1101 Introduction to Psychosocial Rehab 3 PSRT 1102 Communication Techniques 3 PSRT 1103 Introduction to Group Dynamics 3 PSRT 1204 Clinical Principles in Psych Rehab 3 PSRT 1019 Clinical Practicum I 6 PSRT 2019 Clinical Practicum II 6 PSRT 2121 Community Resource Management 3 PSRT 2231 Emerging Topics in Psych Rehab 3

General Education and Health Science Requirements (31 credits)General Education and Health Science Requirements (31 credits)General Education and Health Science Requirements (31 credits)General Education and Health Science Requirements (31 credits)General Education and Health Science Requirements (31 credits)

(These credits will be completed at Cumberland County College priorto applying for the Psychosocial Rehabilitation professional courses.)

Cumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeGeneral Education (25 credits)General Education (25 credits)General Education (25 credits)General Education (25 credits)General Education (25 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 MA 110 College Algebra 3 BI 104 Human Biology 3 BI 105 Human Biology Lab 1 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 207 Human Growth & Development 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3

Health ScienceHealth ScienceHealth ScienceHealth ScienceHealth Science (6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits) HS 140 Legal & Ethical Issues in Healthcare 3 HS 112 Dynamics of Health & Fitness ororororor

HS 101 Elements of Healthcare Careers 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Assist in the rehabilitative care of people with severe mental illness instructured programs.•Demonstrate professional demeanor, behavior and attitudes.•Promote the processes of recovery and wellness.•Access wellness and recovery resources for personal and professionalpractice•Implement evidence-based rehabilitation interventions.

Graduates receive a joint degree from CCCand Rutgers. Program graduates are alignedinto a dual bachelor of science degree inPsychiatric Rehabilitation and Psychology atRutgers.

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Associate in Applied ScienceRadiography

Health Science

This program combines courses in generaleducation and radiography with supervisedclinical experience in area hospitals anddiagnostic imaging centers. Graduates areeligible to apply to take the American Registry ofRadiologic Technologies Examination inRadiography and become nationally certified andalso licensed by the State of New Jersey.

The program is approved by the Joint ReviewCommittee on Education in RadiologicTechnology and the Department ofEnvironmental Protection/Bureau of RadiationProtection for the State of New Jersey.

Graduates are employed by hospitals, clinics,diagnostic imaging centers and the offices ofprivate physicians.

AAS programs are designed for studentswho want to enter a career directly aftergraduating, but those who change their plansfind that most, sometimes all, of their CCCcredits transfer to four-year colleges.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

(40 credits)(40 credits)(40 credits)(40 credits)(40 credits)

RT 101 Introduction to Radiographic Science 3 RT 102 Radiographic Procedures I 3 RT 103 Clinical Practicum & Film Evaluation I 2 RT 104 Radiographic Exposure I 2 RT 106 Radiographic Exposure II 2 RT 107 Radiographic Procedures II 3 RT 110 Clinical Practicum & Film Evaluation II 2 RT 111 Clinical Practicum & Film Evaluation III 2 RT 121 Radiation Protection & Biology 3 RT 201 Radiographic Procedures III 3 RT 202 Clinical Practicum & Film Evaluation IV 3 RT 205 Radiographic Procedures IV 3 RT 206 Clinical Practicum & Film Evaluation V 3 RT 210 Clinical Practicum & Film Evaluation VI 2 RT 220 Equipment Operation & Maintenance I 2 RT 221 Equipment Operation & Maintenance II 2

General Education Requirements (29 Credits)General Education Requirements (29 Credits)General Education Requirements (29 Credits)General Education Requirements (29 Credits)General Education Requirements (29 Credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

EN 103 Technical Writing 3 BI 106 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Math Elective (Excluding MA 109 and MA 115*) 3

Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits 6969696969

*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.Please see page 122-123 for details.Please see page 122-123 for details.Please see page 122-123 for details.Please see page 122-123 for details.Please see page 122-123 for details.

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Curriculum Code: 751

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Locate, retrieve, and critically evaluate information and informationsources.•Be competent when performing radiographic procedures.•Demonstrate effective communication.•Demonstrate problem solving/critical thinking skills.•Display professional development and growth.•Graduates will be employable and meet the needs of the healthcarecommunity.

Radiography*

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesRadiographer

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Respiratory Therapy*

Respiratory Therapists are health specialists whoperform therapeutic and diagnostic procedurescaring of patients with deficiencies andabnormalities associated with thecardiopulmonary system.

The Respiratory Therapy Program is acooperative program offered by CumberlandCounty College and Rutgers University,Stratford, NJ Campus. Students complete 34-35 pre-professional credits in general educationand science courses at Cumberland CountyCollege. The Respiratory Therapy professionalcourse component is completed at RutgersUniversity, Stratford, NJ Campus, and at theprogram’s affiliated clinical sites. TheRespiratory Program is a selective admissionsprogram. Students must apply to RutgersUniversity for acceptance into the professionalcourses.

Graduates receive a joint degree fromCumberland County College and from Rutgers.Graduates are eligible to take the New Jerseylicensing examination and examinations offeredby the National Board for Respiratory Care.

The program is accredited by the Commissionon Accreditation of Allied Health EducationPrograms.

Associate in Applied ScienceRespiratory Therapy

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 761

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements Credits Credits Credits Credits Credits

These credits will be completed upon acceptance at Rutgers University,Stratford, NJ Campus.

IDST 2250 Dynamics of Health Care in Society 2 RSTS 2100 Fundamentals of Respiratory Care 5 RSTS 2120 Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology 2 RSTS 2130 Cardiopulmonary Physiology 3 RSTS 2199 Clinical Practice I 2 RSTS 2250 Mechanical Ventilation 4 RSTS 2260 Cardiopulmonary Evaluation 3 RSTS 2270 Pediatric/Neonatal Respiratory Care 2 RSTS 2280 Cardiopulmonary Disease 2 RSTS 2299 Clinical Practice II 2 RSTS 2399 Clinical Practice III 3 RSTS 2370 Long Term Home & Rehabilitation Care 3

Cumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeCumberland County CollegeGeneral Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)

(These credits will be completed at Cumberland County Collegeprior to applying for the Respiratory Therapy professionalcourses.)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Math Elective** 3 BI 106 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BI 107 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 BI 203 Microbiology 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 67 credits67 credits67 credits67 credits67 credits

*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.Please see pages 122-123 for details.

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(33 credits)(33 credits)(33 credits)(33 credits)(33 credits)

A joint A.A.S. degree program with Rutgers University,Stratford, NJ Campus.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Communicate in written and oral formats.•Apply the scienctific method of inquiry.•Analyze problems and draw conclusions from evidence•Identify resources, obtain and critically evaluate information.•Model ethical professional behaviors in the role of a healthcareprofessional.

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Practical Nursing*

PN 101 Foundations of Practical Nursing Practice 7 PN 102 Medical Surgical Practical Nursing 7 PN 103 Advanced Concepts in Practical Nursing 2 PN 104 Family-Centered Nursing Practice 5 HS 115 Basic Nutrition 3

General Education Requirements (10 credits)General Education Requirements (10 credits)General Education Requirements (10 credits)General Education Requirements (10 credits)General Education Requirements (10 credits) Credits Credits Credits Credits Credits

EN 101 English Composition I 3 BI 106 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 PY 101 General Psychology 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3434343434

*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.*Please note: This program has selective admissions.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.Please see pages 122 and 123 for details.

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

The Academic Certificate program in PracticalNursing is designed for students who plan tobecome Licensed Practical Nurses. Thisprogram has selective admission criteria.

Individuals who are at college level andwho are eligible to take English 101, andAnatomy and Physiology I, may consider thisPractical Nursing program. The PracticalNursing Program can be completed in onecalendar year. Graduates are awarded anAcademic Certificate in Practical Nursing. CCC’s Practical Nursing program hasprovisional accreditation by the New JerseyBoard of Nursing, P.O. Box 45010, Newark, NJ07101, (973)504-6430. Inquiries orcomplaints may be forwarded to GeorgeHebert, Executive Director, NJ Board ofNursing.

Academic CertificatePractical Nursing

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 700

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate clinical competence at a novice practical nurse level.•Apply critical thinking principles using the nursing process to attainoptimal level of client function.•Demonstrate effective collaboration with the Registered Nurse in theassessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.•Demonstrate effective communication with the client, significant others,health care providers and community agencies to provide holistic care.•Demonstrate professionalism in nursing practice.•Value participation in educational opportunities to maintain nursingcompetence.

This Academic Certificate program provides acareer and degree pathway for thoseindividuals who plan on receiving a practicalnurse license. It also provides the opportunityfor students to progress into a RegisteredNurse Program.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesLicensed practical nurse

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Home Health Aide

The Home Health Aide (HHA) short termcertificate course is for students to learn how tocare for clients who are suffering from chronicillnesses or dognitive and developmentaldisabilities living at home and require assistancewith their activities of daily living. The HHAworks under the direct observation of aRegistered Nurse or case manager. This courseconsists of 60 hours of theory content, 16 hoursof laboratory skills or clinical experience in thehome care environment.

Upon successful completion of this course, thestudents are eligible for a certificate ofcompletion through the New Jersey Board ofNursing.

The academic goal of this program is tocreate a direct pathway to the AAS or AcademicCertificate in Health Science.

Health Science

Curriculum Code: 902

HS 117 Home Health Aide 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 44444

(4 credits)(4 credits)(4 credits)(4 credits)(4 credits)

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the roles and responsibilities and licensure requirements for thehome health aide.•Discuss the physiological implications of chronic illnesses or cognitiveand developmental disabilities on clients in the home environment.•Apply the principles of effective communication with the client, theirfamily members, the case manager and/Registered Nurse regarding thecare of the clients in the home.•Demonstrate basic clinical competency regarding clients who aresuffering from chronic illnesses or cognitive and developmentaldisabilities and are living at home.

Short Term Training CertificateHome Health Aide

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Justice StudiesAssociate in ScienceJustice Studies

Justice Studies

Law enforcement and corrections are amongthe fastest growing career fields in America,according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Arange of job opportunities awaits graduates asAmerica becomes a more security-conscioussociety.

This program encourages comprehensiveunderstanding of the nature of crime and thegoals of the criminal justice system. Studentsare introduced to organizations, occupationsand regulations that govern the criminaljustice system. The program prepares studentsto enter a specific criminal justice field orcontinue their studies at a four-year college/university. Two themes are critical throughoutthe program: leadership and ethics.

CJ 102 Criminology & Penology 3 CJ 104 Criminal Law 3 CJ 115 Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 CJ 215 Criminal Justice Field Work 3 PA 101 Public Administration 3 PY 209 Abnormal Psychology ororororor

CS 241 Computer Forensics 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 PS 201 American Federal Government ororororor

PS 203 State & Local Government 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

Any Criminal Justice course or CS 241 Computer Forensics

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)Curriculum Code: 222

When You GraduateYou’ll be ready for immediate employment oryou can transfer to a four-year college. CCChas transfer agreements in criminal justicewith several colleges, and graduates havetransferred to scores of colleges anduniversities throughout the years.

Some career possibilities includeemployment with federal, state and countydepartments or institutions. Those with abachelor’s degree may hold a variety ofadministrative positions.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in2008 by the NJ State legislature assuresseamless transfer of credits toward juniorstanding at NJ state colleges and universities. Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

·Identify the role of each component of the US criminal justice system.·Demonstrate knowledge of the US Constitution and the constitutionalimplication of the criminal procedure in the US as applied to arrest, use offorce, and search and seizure.·Identify the moral, ethical and legal obligations of criminal justiceprofessionals.·Recognize the roles of various criminal justice professions.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesFederal law enforcement agent, lawyer, probation officer, parole officer,public safety planner, legal researcher or paralegal.

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Law enforcement and corrections areamong the fastest growing career fields inAmerica, according to the U.S. Departmentof Labor. A range of job opportunities awaitsgraduates as America becomes a moresecurity-conscious society.

This program encouragescomprehensive understanding of the natureof crime and the goals of the criminal justicesystem. Students are introduced toorganizations, occupations and regulationsthat govern the criminal justice system. Theprogram prepares students to enter aspecific criminal justice field or continuetheir studies at a four-year college/university.Two themes are critical throughout theprogram: leadership and ethics.

Justice Studies

Associate in ScienceJustice Studies/Corrections

Curriculum Code: 232

Justice Studies/Corrections

CJ 102 Criminology and Penology 3 CJ 104 Criminal Law 3 CJ 115 Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 CJ 211 Institutional Treatment of the Offender 3 CJ 212 Principles of Correctional Operations 3 CJ 214 Correctional Counseling & Interviewing 3 CJ 215 Criminal Justice Field Work 3 PA 101 Public Administration 3

General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 PS 201 American Federal Government ororororor

PS 203 State & Local Government 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

When You GraduateYou’ll be ready for immediate employment oryou can transfer to a four-year college. CCChas transfer agreements in criminal justicewith several colleges, and graduates havetransferred to scores of colleges anduniversities throughout the years.

Some career possibilities includeemployment with the federal, state andcounty institutions. Those with a bachelor’sdegree may hold a variety of administrativepositions.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universitiesacross the country. The NJ Lampitt bill passedin 2008 by the NJ State legislature assuresseamless transfer of credits toward juniorstanding at NJ state colleges and universities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Illustrate cause and effect relationships within the continuum and howthey impact, both positively and negatively, the outcomes desired by thecommunity as a whole.·Identify the role of each component of the US criminal justice system.·Demonstrate knowledge of the US Constitution and the constitutionalimplication of the criminal procedure in the US as applied to arrest, useof force, and search and seizure.·Identify the moral, ethical and legal obligations of criminal justiceprofessionals.·Recognize the roles of various criminal justice professions.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment with Federal, state and county departments or institution.

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Associate in ScienceJustice Studies/Forensics & Technology

Justice Studies/Forensics & Technology

Justice Studies

CJ 102 Criminology & Penology 3 CJ 104 Criminal Law 3 CJ 115 Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 CJ 209 Criminalistics 3 CJ 215 Criminal Justice Field Work 3 CJ 216 Crime Analysis & Mapping 3 PA 101 Public Administration 3 CS 241 Computer Forensics ororororor

CJ 120 Introduction to Cybercrime 3

General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 PS 201 American Federal Government ororororor

PS 203 State & Local Government 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)Curriculum Code: 233

This concentration focuses on specific topicsin criminal forensics and crime basedinformation technology. Those choosing thisoption will examine relevant issues incriminalistics and forensic computertechnology. The concentration includeshands-on courses in modern forensicmethodologies, focusing on evidencecollection and analyses of crime scenes.

You’ll be ready for immediate employment oryou can transfer to a four-year college. CCChas transfer agreements in criminal justice withseveral colleges, and graduates havetransferred to scores of colleges anduniversities throughout the years.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Identify the role of forensics.·Identify the role of each component of the US criminal justice system.·Demonstrate knowledge of the US Constitution and the constitutionalimplication of the criminal procedure in the US as applied to arrest, useof force, and search and seizure.·Identify the moral, ethical and legal obligations of criminal justiceprofessionals.·Recognize the roles of various criminal justice professions.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesPolice officer with the necessary background to perform as an evidencetechnician.

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Justice Studies/Homeland Security

CJ 102 Criminology & Penology 3 CJ 104 Criminal Law 3 CJ 115 Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice 3 CJ 141 Criminal Justice Leadership 3 CJ 120 Introduction to Cybercrime 3 CJ 206 Introduction to Terrorism 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 CJ 215 Criminal Justice Field Work 3 PA 101 Public Administration 3

General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)General Education Requirements (34 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 PS 201 American Federal Government ororororor

PS 203 State & Local Government 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

Associate in ScienceJustice Studies/Homeland Security

Justice Studies

Curriculum Code: 234

This option will examine threats to the U.S.homeland with insight into the implications formaintaining homeland security. Theconcentration will examine this new conceptfor America and the basic responsibilities ofdefending the United States. This includes thestudy of counterterrorism and antiterrorism,law enforcement, border and transportationsecurity, critical infrastructure protection, andemergency response.

You’ll be ready for immediate employment oryou can transfer to a four-year college. CCChas transfer agreements in criminal justice withseveral colleges, and graduates havetransferred to scores of colleges and universitiesthroughout the years.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Demonstrate knowledge of the current trends, problems and concernsof the contemporary criminal justice, including terrorism, hate crime,cybercrime and societal violence.·Identify the role of each component of the US criminal justice system.·Demonstrate knowledge of the US Constitution and the constitutionalimplication of the criminal procedure in the US as applied to arrest, useof force, and search and seizure.·Identify the moral, ethical and legal obligations of criminal justiceprofessionals.·Recognize the roles of various criminal justice professions.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesLaw enforcement, law, corrections and private investigation.

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Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunityto test an area of interest, or enhance adegree program. Students who complete acertificate program can continue to obtain adegree.

Justice Studies/Criminal Justice

PA 101 Public Administration 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 PS 201 American Federal Government ororororor

PS 203 State and Local Government 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3030303030

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives

Any Criminal Justice course or CS 241 Computer Forensics

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

Justice Studies

Law enforcement and corrections are amongthe fastest growing career fields in America,according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Arange of job opportunities awaits graduatesas America becomes a more security-conscious society.

Curriculum Code: 223

Academic CertificateJustice Studies/Criminal Justice

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the history and philosophy of the components of the criminaljustice system.•Describe the formal and informal political and community structuresthat affect criminal justice agencies.•Recognize the roles of various criminal justice professionals.•Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of management andadministration employed in various police agencies.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesPolice officer, crime scene investigator, private investigator.

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunityto test an area of interest, or enhance adegree program. Students who complete acertificate program can continue to obtain adegree.

Justice Studies/Emergency Management

CJ 103 Introduction to Private Security 3 CJ 130 Introduction to Emergency Management 3 CJ 141 Police Leadership 3 CJ 202 Police Organization 3 CJ 206 Introduction to Terrorism 3 PA 101 Introduction to Public Administration 3 PS 201 American Federal Government 3 PS 203 State & Local Government 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3030303030

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

Justice Studies

This program provides students withintroductory information in preparedness,emergency management, homeland security,disaster relief, security and safety, andorganizational, municipal and businesscontinuity which prepares them to workwithin an array of Emergency Managementagencies and Criminal Justice on all levels ofgovernment.

Curriculum Code: 226

Academic CertificateJustice Studies/Emergency Management

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Display knowledge of all of the federal, state and local governmentalagencies related to effective emergency management and how to utilizethese resources appropriately.•Critically evaluate the components of an emergency management planand conduct academically sound research related to emergencymanagement.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level or mid-career professionals in emergency management,both in public and private sectors.

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Justice Studies/Gangs & Juvenile Delinquency

Justice Studies

This certificate addresses theories of gangbehavior, modes of law enforcement, andcorrectional intervention dealing with streetgang formation and activities, and examinespossible solutions. The certificate explores thecauses and consequences of youth violenceand gang behavior.

CJ 201 Police Role in the Community 3 CJ 203 Police and Youth Crime

Prevention & Control 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 CJ 210 Juvenile Delinquency 3 CJ 218 Victimology 3 CJ 220 Introduction to Youth Gangs & Violence 3 SO 201 Introduction to Sociology 3 PY 101 Introduction to Psychology 3 PY 204 Psychology of Adolescence 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3030303030

(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)Curriculum Code: 225

Academic CertificateJustice Studies/Gangs & Juvenile Delinquency

Graduates can continue toward an A.S. degreein criminal justice.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the history and philosophy of gangs and juvenile delinquency.•Describe the formal and informal political and community structuresthat affect gangs and juvenile delinquency.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level or mid-career professionals in law enforcement related toyouth and gang violence both in public and private sectors.

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Justice Studies/Homeland Security

Justice Studies

CJ 115 Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice 3 CJ 120 Cybercrime 3 CJ 130 Introduction to Emergency Management 3 CJ 141 CJ Supervision: Theory-Practice

& Leadership 3 CJ 205 Criminal Investigation 3 CJ 206 Introduction to Terrorism 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 PS 201 American Federal Government 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers or

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3030303030

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

This program is designed to prepare studentsto enter the burgeoning fields of emergencypreparedness, disaster management,counterterrorism, and security. The programbuilds on a strong foundation of courses inCriminal Justice, supplementing thisbackground with the more analytical aspectsof homeland security and specific training inforensics and cybercrime.

Academic CertificateJustice Studies/Homeland Security

Curriculum Code: 235

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the history and philosophy of the components of the criminaljustice system and their relationships to Homeland Security.•Recognize the formal and informal political and community structuresthat affect criminal justice agencies and Homeland Security.•Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of HomelandSecurity management and administration employed throughoutgovernmental levels of local, state and federal operations.

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Degree Offered

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Justice Studies/Homeland Security

Justice Studies

CJ 141 CJ Supervision: Theory-Practice& Leadership 3

CJ 205 Criminal Investigation 3 CJ 206 Introduction to Terrorism 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 CJ 115 Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice 3 PS 201 American Federal Government 3 PS 203 State & Local Government 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2424242424

(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)(24 credits)

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

This program provides students withintroductory information for critical incidentplanning associated with Homeland Securityand prepares them for an array ofemployment opportunities in Criminal Justiceon all levels of government.

Career CertificateJustice Studies/Homeland Security

Curriculum Code: 911

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the history and philosophy of the components of the criminaljustice system and their relationships to Homeland Security.•Recognize the formal and informal political and community structuresthat affect criminal justice agencies and Homeland Security.•Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of HomelandSecurity management and administration employed throughoutgovernmental levels of local, state and federal operations.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesPublic safety, private security, law enforcement, emergencymanagement, immigration.

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Justice Studies/Private Security

CJ 103 Introduction to Private Security 3 CJ 104 Criminal Law 3 CJ 207 Administration of Justice 3 CJ 205 Criminal Investigation ororororor

CJ 209 Criminalistics 3 CJ 215 Criminal Justice Field Work 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2121212121

Justice Studies

This program prepares students for entry-levelpositions as security officers for private securityoperations.

(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)(21 credits)

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

Career CertificateJustice Studies/Private Security

Curriculum Code: 926

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Discuss the history and philosophy governing Private Security and itsrelationship to the components of the criminal justice system.•Describe the formal and informal political and community structuresthat affect criminal justice agencies and private security.•Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of Private Securitymanagement.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesPrivate security or security guard.

Degree Offered

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Liberal Arts

Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (46-47 credits)General Education Requirements (46-47 credits)General Education Requirements (46-47 credits)General Education Requirements (46-47 credits)General Education Requirements (46-47 credits) CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

Students will select a combination of 5 program courses from acrossacademic divisions (A&H, STEM, and BESS). Nine of the 15 credits must beNine of the 15 credits must beNine of the 15 credits must beNine of the 15 credits must beNine of the 15 credits must bein one division.in one division.in one division.in one division.in one division. Students who elect a Foreign Language should select 6credits in the same language.

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate effective communication skills by expressing ideas andsharing knowledge in a clear, focused and organized manner.•Demonstrate mathematical and statistical concepts and operations tointerpret data and to solve problems.•Demonstrate scientific method of inquiry, through the acquisition ofscientific knowledge.•Apply computer systems or other appropriate forms of technology toachieve educational and personal goals.•Apply social science theories and concepts to analyze human behavior,social and political systems, and to act as responsible citizens.•Analyze works in the fields of art, music, theater, literature, philosophyand/or religious studies and gain competence in the use of a foreignlanguage.•Evaluate historical events and movements in World, Western, non-Western or American societies and assess their subsequent significance.•Analyze the importance of global perspectives and culturally diversepeoples.•Evaluate ethical issues and situations.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and sources.

Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Curriculum Code: 111

This program is designed for students who wish totransfer to a four-year college after completingthe first two years of undergraduate courseworkat CCC as a Liberal Arts General. The LiberalArts program is not designed for specific majors,but allows graduating students to advance tomany different areas of study. As the Liberal Artsprogram allows considerable course options,students should research the degree requirementsof the four-year colleges of interest. Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.As a graduate of a fully accredited communitycollege, your coursework will be received with fullcredit transfer at most state colleges, public andprivate universities across the country. The NJLampitt bill passed in 2008 by the NJ Statelegislature assures seamless transfer of creditstoward junior standing at NJ state colleges anduniversities.

AA programs are primarily designed for studentswho plan to transfer as juniors at four yearcolleges and universities. CCC graduates haveobtained bachelor’s degrees and beyond fromevery college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.

Degree Offered

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Liberal Arts/HistoryAssociate in ArtsLiberal Arts/History

HI 201 U.S. History I 3 HI 202 U.S. History II 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 PS 201 American Federal Government 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematic or Science Elective* 3 GE 101 World Regional Geography 3 Social Science Elective 3 Foreign Language 3 Foreign Language 3 Humanities Elective 3 HI 101 Western Civilization I 3 HI 102 Western Civilization II 3 Diversity Elective (HI 208 African American History

ororororor HI 113 Latin American History) 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesHI 103 World History and Culture IHI 104 World History and Culture IIHI 112 African CivilizationHI 113 Latin American HistoryHI 115 Introduction to Genocide Studies or HI 116 HolocaustHI 205 Civil War and ReconstructionHI 208 African American History

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)Curriculum Code: 114

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Evaluate and summarize historical content.•Demonstrate a factual knowledge of significant past events.•Communicate effectively in writing and orally.•Demonstrate an understanding of historical research involving primaryand secondary texts.•Demonstrate an ability to think critically about the causes and effects ofhistorical events.

This program is designed for students who wishto transfer to a four-year college aftercompleting the first two years of undergraduatecoursework at CCC as a History major.

The Liberal Arts/History program provides awell rounded foundation in liberal arts.Students will be asked to demonstrate skills inwritten composition, oral presentation,historical study. Majoring in history preparesstudents for careers in law, education,business, government service, social service,museums, and research.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at fouryear colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

Liberal Arts

Degree Offered

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Liberal Arts/LiteratureAssociate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Literature

Literature Electives* 3 Literature Electives* 3 Literature Electives* 3*Students must select 3 Literature Electives*Students must select 3 Literature Electives*Students must select 3 Literature Electives*Students must select 3 Literature Electives*Students must select 3 Literature Electives Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective** 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematics or Science Elective** 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3

(foreign language recommended for 6 credits) Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)Curriculum Code: 116

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Identify and describe characteristics of literary forms and genres.•Interpret, analyze, and evaluate works of literature.•Analyze social, political and historical contexts of literature.•Locate, retrieve, evaluate and use scholarly literary criticism.

The Liberal Arts/Literature option preparesstudents for transfer to a four-year institutionmajoring in English, writing, or literature.Students who complete this option developexcellent reading, writing, analysis andresearch skills.

Literature studies lead to careers inadvertising, broadcasting, journalism, law,teaching, and writing.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State Legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Literature Electives*Literature Electives*Literature Electives*Literature Electives*Literature Electives*EN 201 British Literature IEN 202 British Literature IIEN 205 Masterpieces of Western Literature IEN 206 Masterpieces of Western Literature IIEN 209 American Literature IEN 210 American Literature II

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesAny General Education Literature CourseTH 201 Theatre HistoryHI 103 World History and Culture IHI 104 World History and Culture IIPH 101 Introduction to PhilosophyRL 101 Perspectives on ReligionRL 101 World Religions

Liberal Arts

**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.**A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Degree Offered

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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This program is designed to prepare studentsto pursue college or university studies leadingto careers in philosophy and religion.Secondly, this program is an opportunity forpeople already engaged in religious work toacquire a general background beneficial totheir profession.

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

PH 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 PH 102 Introduction to Ethics 3 RL 101 Perspectives of Religion 3 RL 102 World Religions 3 RL 103 Introduction to Asian Religions 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputers 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 EN 205 Masterpieces of Western Literature I 3 HI 101 Western Civilization I 3 HI 103 World History and Culture I 3 AN 102 Cultural Anthropology 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)

Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Philosophy & Religion

Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts/Philosophy & Religion

Curriculum Code: 121

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Recognize and distinguish the philosophical and religious belief systemsof diverse cultures from historical to contemporary periods.•Demonstrate familiarity with the critical concepts and methods ofphilosophy and religion.•Recognize the role that philosophy and religion plays in culture andsociety.•Demonstrate knowledge of the historically significant philosophers andphilosophical movements and their impact upon current ethicalquestions.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

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Liberal Arts

AA programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

This program is designed for students whowish to transfer to a four-year college aftercompleting the first two years ofundergraduate coursework at CCC. TheLiberal Arts/Social Science program is notdesigned for specific majors, but allowsgraduating students to advance to manydifferent areas of study in the social sciences.As this program allows considerable courseoptions, students should research the degreerequirements of four-year colleges thatinterest them.

Liberal Arts/Social Science

Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematic or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Foreign Language* 3 Foreign Language* 3 Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesAny courses in:American Studies, Anthropology, Economics, Geography,Political Science, Psychology, Sociology,Public Administration, Education & Criminal Justice

*The six Foreign Language credits must be in the same language.*The six Foreign Language credits must be in the same language.*The six Foreign Language credits must be in the same language.*The six Foreign Language credits must be in the same language.*The six Foreign Language credits must be in the same language.

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Analyze behavioral or societal issues using theories and concepts froma social science perspective.·Explain how social institutions and organization influence individualbehavior.·Describe and demonstrate how social scientists gather and analyzedata and draw conclusions.·Apply civic knowledge both locally and globally and engage in activitiesthat exercise personal, social, civic responsibility.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

Curriculum Code: 110

Associate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Social Science

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Liberal Arts/SpanishAssociate in ArtsLiberal Arts/Spanish

LS 101 Elementary Spanish I 3 LS 102 Elementary Spanish II 3 LS 201 Intermediate Spanish I 3 LS 202 Intermediate Spanish II 3 LS 104 Conversational Spanish 3

General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)General Education Requirements (46 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Social Science Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 HI 113 Latin American History 3 History Elective 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 Humanities Elective* 3 Humanities Elective* 3 EN 225 Introduction to Latino Literature 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*Foreign language other than Spanish recommended*Foreign language other than Spanish recommended*Foreign language other than Spanish recommended*Foreign language other than Spanish recommended*Foreign language other than Spanish recommended

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)(15 credits)Curriculum Code: 115

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Speak and comprehend Spanish with proficiency.•Read and write Spanish with proficiency.•Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the literature andculture of Spanish-speaking peoples.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.

The Liberal Arts/Spanish option preparesstudents for transfer to a four-year institutionmajoring in Spanish. Students who completethis option develop excellent reading, writing,listening and speaking competencies inSpanish.

As the number of Spanish speakersincreases in the tri-state area, Spanishlanguage proficiency is becoming an essentialpart of many occupations. The study of theSpanish language will prepare students forcareers in interpreting, foreign service,business, law, government, social service, andeducation.

AA programs are primarily designed for studentswho plan to transfer as juniors at four-yearcolleges and universities. CCC graduates haveobtained bachelor’s degrees and beyond fromevery college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Liberal Arts

Degree Offered

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Mathematics/Science

Associate in ScienceMathematics and Science

This program prepares students for transferinto baccalaureate programs leading tocareers in fields in mathematics or sciencessuch as engineering, secondary education andactuary scientists. The flexibility offered by thisoption allows for differences in entrance andtransferability requirements to these schools.

Curriculum Code: 412

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Translate quantifiable problems into mathematical terms and solve theseproblems using mathematical or statistical operations.•Apply calculus to solve problems in mechanics, heat andthermodynamics, waves and oscillations, and fluid dynamics.•Applying the scientific method to analyze a problem, and drawconclusions from data and evidence.•Locate, interpret and critically evaluate appropriate information andinformation sources pertaining to Mathematics and the Sciences.

Mathematics and ScienceProgram Requirements (27-29 credits)Program Requirements (27-29 credits)Program Requirements (27-29 credits)Program Requirements (27-29 credits)Program Requirements (27-29 credits) CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits PI 141 General Physics I 4 MA 130 Calculus I 4 MA 140 Calculus II 4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 4 FS 104 First Year Experience for STEM 1

General Education Requirements (33-35 credits)General Education Requirements (33-35 credits)General Education Requirements (33-35 credits)General Education Requirements (33-35 credits)General Education Requirements (33-35 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities ororororor

Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science Elective* 3 Mathematics/Science Elective* 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 60/6460/6460/6460/6460/64

*Excluding MA 115 and MA 109

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Degree Offered

Program Information

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Mathematics and Science/ChemistryProgram Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits) CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits PI 141 General Physics I 4 MA 130 Calculus I 4 MA 140 Calculus II 4 CH 101 General Chemistry I 4 CH 102 General Chemistry II 4 CH 201 Organic Chemistry I 4 CH 202 Organic Chemistry II 4 FS 104 First Year Experience for STEM 1

General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities ororororor

Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science Elective* 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 60/6260/6260/6260/6260/62

Recommended:Recommended:Recommended:Recommended:Recommended:MA 210 Calculus IIIPI 142 General Physics II

*Excluding MA 115 and MA 109

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Use laboratory techniques and equipment available that are commonlyencountered in an undergraduate chemistry setting (possibilitiesincluding: infra-red spectrometers, nuclear magnetic resonancespectrometers, melting-point apparatus, polarimeters, andrefractometers, titrations, filtrations, distillations, and chromatography).•Apply the scientific method to solve chemistry problems and drawconclusions.•Construct physical or computer models of atomic and molecularstructure, and describe their relationship to physical and chemicalproperties.•Locate, interpret, and critically evaluate appropriate information and theinformation sources pertaining to chemistry.•Demonstrate clear, organized written and oral skills in communicatingbasic scientific concepts and procedures, and in reporting and explainingresults of chemical experiments.

Mathematics/Science

Associate in ScienceMathematics and Science/Chemistry

Curriculum Code: 413

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

This program prepares students for transfer intobaccalaureate programs leading to careers infields such as industrial chemist, pharmaceuticalchemist, medicine and pharmacy.

Degree Offered

Program Information

When You Graduate

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Apply the scientific method to analyze an environmental science relatedproblem, and draw conclusions from the data and evidence.•Locate, interpret and critically evaluate appropriate environmentalscience related information and information sources.•Describe connections between the environment and human societies,including how humans affect the environment and how the environmentin turn affects human welfare.•Apply their understanding of the fundamentals of science andmathematics to the description and quantification of the interactions ofthe atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere, includinghumans.

Mathematics and Science/Environmental ScienceProgram Requirements (28 credits)Program Requirements (28 credits)Program Requirements (28 credits)Program Requirements (28 credits)Program Requirements (28 credits) CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits PI 141 General Physics I 4 MA 130 Calculus I 4 Mathematics/Science Elective 4 PI 104 Energy, The Environment & Society 3 BI 122 Environmental Science 4 BI 215 Ecology 4 GL 101 Physical Geology 4 FS 104 First Year Experience for STEM 1

General Education Requirements (34-37 credits)General Education Requirements (34-37 credits)General Education Requirements (34-37 credits)General Education Requirements (34-37 credits)General Education Requirements (34-37 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities ororororor

Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science Elective* 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 62/6562/6562/6562/6562/65

Recommended:Recommended:Recommended:Recommended:Recommended:CH 101 General Chemistry ICH 102 General Chemistry IIBI 101 General Biology IBI 102 General Biology IIPI 142 General Physics II

*Excluding MA 115 and MA 109

Mathematics/Science

Associate in ScienceMathematics and Science/Environmental Science

Curriculum Code: 414

This program prepares students for transfer intobaccalaureate programs leading to careers infields such as Environmental Science,Environmental Technology, EnvironmentalEngineering, Wildlife Management, Ecology andWastewater Engineering.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Degree Offered

Program Information

When You Graduate

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Mathematics and Science/MathematicsProgram Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits)Program Requirements (29 credits) CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits PI 141 General Physics I 4 MA 130 Calculus I 4 MA 140 Calculus II 4 MA 111 Discrete Mathematics 4 MA 208 Linear Algebra 4 MA 210 Calculus III 4 MA 220 Differential Equations 4 FS 104 First Year Experience for STEM 1

General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits)General Education Requirements (31-33 credits) EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities ororororor

Social Science Elective 3 History Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science/Computer Science Elective* 3/4 Mathematics/Science Elective* 4

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 60/6260/6260/6260/6260/62

*Exclude MA 115 and MA 109

Mathematics/Science

Associate in ScienceMathematics and Science/Mathematics

Curriculum Code: 415

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Use technology effectively in the application of mathematics.•Formulate and solve problems from a mathematical perspective.•Construct clearly written proofs that use correct terminology and citeprevious theorems.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate mathematical information andinformation sources.•Demonstrate clear, organized written and oral skills in communicatingbasic mathematical concepts.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

This program prepares students for transfer intoto baccalaureate programs leading to careersin fields such as mathematician, statistician,stock or financial analyst, economist orresearch.

Degree Offered

Program Information

When You Graduate

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Associate in Applied ScienceOffice Administration Office Administration

Office Administration

This program prepares students to becomeintegral parts of the administrative supportteam found in today’s complex officeenvironments. This program providesstudents with a strong background in generaland business education, computer hardwareand software operations, and integratingtechnology with the multiple tasks of anoffice environment.

Courses in this program concentrate oninterpersonal skills, working as a member ofa team, communications skills, decision-making, effectively managing priorities andmanaging administrative tasks.

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CG 105 Desktop Publishing 3 CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 OA 101 Keyboarding Skills 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3 OA 299 Office Administration Seminar 3 EN 204 Business Communication 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Mathematics Elective* (Excluding MA 115) 3 Social Science Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)Curriculum Code: 620

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Support management in office administration.·Prepare business documents.·Manage records.·Demonstrate business communication skills.·Utilize appropriate office technology.·Execute the duties of an office administrator.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesAdministrative assistants, managers and staff work in an automatedoffice environment addressing current skills in word processing andoffice procedures.

Degree Offered

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Associate in Applied ScienceOffice Administration/Government Office

Office Administration/Government Office

Office Administration

This program prepares students to becomeintegral parts of the administrative supportteam found in today’s complex governmentoffice environments. This program providesstudents with a strong background in generaland business education, computer hardwareand software operations, and integratingtechnology with the multiple tasks of anoffice environment.

Courses in this program concentrate oninterpersonal skills, working as a member ofa team, communications skills, decision-making, effectively managing priorities andmanaging administrative tasks.

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 AC 104 Accounting Principles II 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CG 105 Desktop Publishing 3 CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 OA 101 Keyboarding Skills 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3 OA 299 Office Administration Seminar 3 PA 101 Public Administration 3 PS 201 American Federal Government ororororor

PS 203 State & Local Government 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Diversity Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Mathematics Elective* (Excluding MA 115) 3 Social Science Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)(41 credits)Curriculum Code: 625

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Develop proficiency with technology and software.•Develop an ability to work with others in a high-tech office environmentusing adaptability measures and modern equipment.•Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources.•Seek employment in the field of study.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level administrative assistant or secretary in a local, state orfederal government setting.

Degree Offered

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Associate in Applied ScienceOffice AdministrationHealth Service

Office Administration/Health Service

Office Administration

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 BU 106 Introduction to Management 3 BU 109 Business Law I 3 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 EN 204 Business Communication 3 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2 OA 109 Medical Office Practice 3 OA 110 Introduction to Health Information Mgmt 3 OA 212 Medical Coding 3 OA 217 Medical Office Accounting 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3 OA 222 Medical Office Internship or or or or or

OA 299 Office Administration Seminar 3

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics ororororor

Science Elective* 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 6060606060

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)

This program prepares students to becomeintegral parts of the administrative supportteam found in today’s complex medical anddental office environments. This programprovides students with a strong backgroundin general and business education, computerhardware and software operations, andintegrating technology with the multiple tasksof an office environment.

Courses in this program concentrate oninterpersonal skills, working as a member ofa team, communications skills, decision-making, effectively managing priorities andmanaging administrative tasks.

Curriculum Code: 635

AAS programs are designed for students whowant to enter a career directly after graduatingbut those who change their plans find thatmost of their CCC credits transfer to four-yearcolleges.

Students are encouraged to visit the NJtransfer website: www.njtransfer.org for transfercourse equivalencies.

The latest technology and learning toolssupport your education for a wide range ofemployment opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Describe the practices associated with health service officeadministration practice.·Analyze and apply contemporary knowledge and skill sets to performdiverse administrative responsibilities in health and human servicesenvironments.·Demonstrate business communication skills.·Employ information literacy skills through the effective use oftechnology and information resources to accomplish project goals.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level management position in medical or dental practice.

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Office Administration

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CG 101 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 CG 105 Desktop Publishing 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 OA 101 Keyboarding Skills 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 Social Science Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3434343434

Office Administration

This program prepares students to becomeintegral parts of the administrative supportteam found in today’s complex officeenvironments. The program provides studentswith a background in computer hardwareand software operations, and integratingtechnology with the multiple tasks of an officeenvironment.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)

Academic CertificateOffice Administration

Curriculum Code: 623

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the principles of accepted office administration practices forthe business community.•Discuss the automated computer software components designed foroffice administration in the business environment.

Gainful Employment LinkGainful Employment LinkGainful Employment LinkGainful Employment LinkGainful Employment Linkhttp://www.cccnj.edu/ge/Office%20Administration/GE%20-%20Office%20Administration.html

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level administrative assistant or secretary.

Degree Offered

Program Information

When You Graduate

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CG 101 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2727272727

Office Administration

Office Administration

This program provides students with abackground in computer hardware andsoftware operations, and integratingtechnology with the multiple tasks of anoffice environment.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

Career CertificateOffice Administration

Curriculum Code: 967

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the principles of accepted automated office administrationpractices integrated for the business community.•Discuss the components of various computer software designed foroffice administration.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesBasic level office assistant.

Degree Offered

Program Information

When You Graduate

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Office Administration

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 1212121212

Office Administration

Provides students with a background incomputer hardware and softwareoperations in an office environment.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(12 credits)(12 credits)(12 credits)(12 credits)(12 credits)

Short-Term Training CertificateOffice Administration

Curriculum Code: 929

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the principles of accepted automated office administrationpractices for the business community.•Discuss the various types of hardware and software designed for thebusiness environment.

Degree Offered

Program Information

When You Graduate

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Office Administration/Government Office

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 OA 101 Keyboarding Skills 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3 PA 101 Public Administration 3 PS 201 American Federal Government 3 PS 203 State & Local Government 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3434343434

Office Administration

This program prepares students to becomeintegral parts of the administrative supportteam found in today’s complex governmentoffice environments. The program providesstudents with a background in governmentoffice administration, computer hardwareand software operations, and integratingtechnology with the multiple tasks of anoffice environment.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)

Academic CertificateOffice Administration/Government Office

Curriculum Code: 624

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the practices associated with accepted office administrationpractices to become part of the administrative support team.•Discuss the components of governmental office administration.•Distinguish practices associated with government administration andaccepted private business practices.

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Degree Offered

Program Information

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3 PA 101 Public Administration 3 PS 201 American Federal Government 3 PS 203 State & Local Government 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2727272727

Office Administration/Government Office

Office Administration

This program provides students with abackground in government officeadministration, computer hardware andsoftware operations, and integratingtechnology with the multiple tasks of agovernment office environment.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

Career CertificateOffice Administration/Government Office

Curriculum Code: 977

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the practices associated with accepted government officeadministration practices.•Discuss the components of governmental office administration.integrating technology with multiple tasks associated with an officeenvironment.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesAdministrative support careers.

Degree Offered

Program Information

When You Graduate

Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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Office Administration/Health Service

Office Administration

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 EN 204 Business Communication 3 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2 OA 109 Medical Office Practice 3 OA 110 Introduction to Health Information Mgmt 3 OA 212 Medical Coding 3 OA 217 Medical Office Accounting 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3

General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)General Education Requirements (6 credits)

EN 101 English Composition 3 Social Science Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3333333333

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

Academic CertificateOffice Administration/Health Service

This program prepares students to becomeintegral parts of the administrative supportteam found in today’s complex medical anddental office environments. This programprovides students with a strong backgroundin general and business education, computerhardware and software operations, andintegrating technology with the multiple tasksof an office environment.

Courses in this program concentrate oninterpersonal skills, working as a member ofa team, communications skills, decision-making, effectively managing priorities andmanaging administrative tasks.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

Curriculum Code: 634

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the practices associated with health service administrationpractices.•Discuss the components of multiple tasks associated with healthservices administration.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level administrative positions in clinics, consulting firms, healthinsurance organizations, healthcare associations, hospitals, nursinghomes, physician practices, mental health organizations, public healthdepartments, rehabilitation centers.

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Office Administration/Health Service

Office Administration

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ooooorCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 204 Business Communication 3 HS 103 Medical Terminology 2 OA 109 Medical Office Practice 3 OA 110 Introduction to Health Information Mgmt 3 OA 217 Medical Office Accounting 3 OA 219 Administrative Office Management 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2626262626

(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)(26 credits)

Career CertificateOffice Administration/Health Service

This program prepares students to becomeintegral parts of the administrative supportteam found in today’s complex medical anddental office environments. This programprovides students with a strong backgroundin general and business education, computerhardware and software operations, andintegrating technology with the multiple tasksof an office environment.Courses in this program concentrate oninterpersonal skills, working as a member ofa team, communications skills, decision-making, effectively managing priorities andmanaging administrative tasks.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunityto test an area of interest, or enhance adegree program. Students who complete acertificate program can continue to obtain adegree.

Credits will transfer into CCC’s BusinessManagement associate degree program.

Curriculum Code: 987

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the practices associated with the integral parts of healthservice administration practices.•Discuss the components of technology and the multiple tasksassociated with health service administration.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry-level administrative positions in clinics, consulting firms, healthinsurance organizations, healthcare associations, hospitals, nursinghomes, physician practices, mental health organizations, public healthdepartments, rehabilitation centers.

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Office Administration/Legal Office

AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 EN 101 English Composition I 3 OA 102 Word Processing Skills 3 PL 101 Introduction to the Legal System 3 PL 104 Introduction to Legal Research & Writing 3 PL 105 Civil Litigation 3 PL 208 Legal Office Management 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 2828282828

Office Administration

This program provides students with abackground in legal office administration,computer hardware and softwareoperations, and integrating technology withthe multiple tasks of a legal officeenvironment.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.

(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)(28 credits)

Career CertificateOffice Administration/Legal Office

Curriculum Code: 978

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Describe the practices associated with legal office administrationpractices.•Discuss the components of technology and the multiple tasksassociated with a legal office environment.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesLegal transcription, legal secretary or legal office assistant.

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Program RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram RequirementsProgram Requirements CreditsCreditsCreditsCreditsCredits

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AC 103 Accounting Principles I 4 BU 109 Business Law I 3 PL 101 Introduction to the Legal System 3 PL 104 Introduction to Legal Research & Writing 3 PL 105 Civil Litigation 3 PL 203 Mechanics of Property Transaction 3 PL 205 Principles of Family Law 3 PL 206 Administration of Estates 3 PL 208 Legal Office Management 3 PL 221 Advanced Legal Research & Writing 3

General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 PS 201 American Federal Government ororororor

PS 203 State & Local Government 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6262626262

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(31 credits)(31 credits)(31 credits)(31 credits)(31 credits)

Associate in ScienceParalegal Studies Paralegal Studies

Paralegal Studies

This program offers a combination of generaleducation and paralegal courses that preparesgraduates to meet the growing demand fortrained paralegals in law offices, casinos, realestate offices, probation departments,prosecutors’ offices, insurance companies andprivate businesses.

What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal? According to theAmerican Bar Association: assistant or paralegalis a person, qualified by education, training orwork experience who is employed or retained bya lawyer, law office, corporation, governmentalagency or other entity who performs specificallydelegated substantive legal work for which alawyer is responsible. A paralegal may notpractice law, give legal advice or representclients in a court of law. A paralegal may notprovide legal services directly to the publicexcept as permitted by law.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Curriculum Code: 280

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Identify an ethical dilemma that might face a paralegal in theworkplace and use all resources including statutes, court opinions andethical rules to resolve the dilemma.·Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and function of the Americanlegal system.·Locate, retrieve and apply the appropriate federal or state rules of thecourse that govern a specific issue.·Identify a legal issue in a fact pattern and perform print and electronicresearch to resolve the issue and prepare a legal memorandum.·Prepare for interview of a client, witness or expert, includingconsideration of culture and accommodation issues; conduct theinterview; obtain all necessary releases and memorialize the interview inappropriate format.·Recognize the organization and operation of law offices and othervenues in which paralegals are employed.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesParalegals under the direction of attorneys in law firms, legaldepartments of large corporations, insurance companies, titlecompanies, legal service companies and federal, state or localgovernmental agencies.

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Associate in ScienceParalegal Studies/Spanish

Paralegal Studies/Spanish

Paralegal Studies

This program offers a combination of generaleducation and paralegal courses that preparesgraduates to meet the growing demand fortrained paralegals in law offices, casinos, realestate offices, probation departments,prosecutors’ offices, insurance companies andprivate businesses. The Spanish Option of theParalegal Studies program prepares studentsworking as Paralegals to serve Spanish-speakingclients.

What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal?What is a paralegal? According to theAmerican Bar Association: assistant or paralegalis a person, qualified by education, training orwork experience who is employed or retained bya lawyer, law office, corporation, governmentalagency or other entity who performs specificallydelegated substantive legal work for which alawyer is responsible. A paralegal may notpractice law, give legal advice or representclients in a court of law. A paralegal may notprovide legal services directly to the publicexcept as permitted by law.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

BU 109 Business Law I 3 PL 101 Introduction to the Legal System 3 PL 104 Introduction to Legal Research & Writing 3 PL 105 Civil Litigation 3 PL 203 Mechanics of Property Transaction 3 PL 205 Principles of Family Law 3 PL 206 Administration of Estates 3 PL 208 Legal Office Management 3 PL 221 Advanced Legal Research & Writing 3 LS 202 Intermediate Spanish II 3

General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor 3CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 Math Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 LS 101 Elementary Spanish I 3 LS 102 Elementary Spanish II 3 LS 201 Intermediate Spanish I 3 GE 102 Cultural Geography 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)Curriculum Code: 281

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing and speaking Spanish.·Identify an ethical dilemma that might face a paralegal in the workplaceand use all resources including statutes, court opinions and ethical rulesto resolve the dilemma.·Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and function of the Americanlegal system.·Locate, retrieve and apply the appropriate federal or state rules of thecourse that govern a specific issue.·Identify a legal issue in a fact pattern and perform print and electronicresearch to resolve the issue and prepare a legal memorandum.•Prepare for interview of a client, witness or expert, includingconsideration of culture and accommodation issues; conduct theinterview; obtain all necessary releases and memorialize the interview inappropriate format.·Recognize the organization and operation of law offices and othervenues in which paralegals are employed.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesParalegals under the direction of attorneys in law firms, legaldepartments of large corporations, insurance companies, titlecompanies, legal service companies and federal, state or localgovernmental agencies.

Degree Offered

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Associate in SciencePublic Administration

Public Administration

Public Administration

PA 101 Introduction to Public Administration 3 PA 103 Civic Engagement 3 PA 200 Public Budgeting and Grant Writing 3 EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 PA 219 Planning and Administration of

Municipal Services 3 PA 220 Rural and Community Development 3 BU 210 Organizational Behavior 3 PA 221 Leadership in Public Administration 3 SO 202 Contemporary Social Problems 3 PA 222 Public Administration Capstone Experience 3

General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 MA 205 Statistics 3 Science Elective 4 PS 203 State and Local Government ororororor

PS 201 American Federal Government 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 HI 201 U.S. History I ororororor

HI 202 U.S. History II 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)

This program is designed for students interestedin public service careers at the federal, state andmunicipal levels or in nonprofit and privateorganizations involved in public service.Students are prepared to enter the work force orcontinue their studies in business, politicalscience, public administration, or pre-law.

AS programs are primarily designed forstudents who plan to transfer as juniors at four-year colleges and universities. CCC graduateshave obtained bachelor’s degrees and beyondfrom every college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.Cumberland has transfer agreements with anumber of four-year colleges and universities.

Curriculum Code: 220

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing and speaking Spanish.·Identify an ethical dilemma that might face a paralegal in the workplaceand use all resources including statutes, court opinions and ethical rulesto resolve the dilemma.·Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and function of the Americanlegal system.·Locate, retrieve and apply the appropriate federal or state rules of thecourse that govern a specific issue.·Identify a legal issue in a fact pattern and perform print and electronicresearch to resolve the issue and prepare a legal memorandum.·Prepare for interview of a client, witness or expert, includingconsideration of culture and accommodation issues; conduct theinterview; obtain all necessary releases and memorialize the interview inappropriate format.·Recognize the organization and operation of law offices and othervenues in which paralegals are employed.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level in government or nonprofit organizations.

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Social ServiceAssociate in ScienceSocial Service

Social Service

In today’s fast-paced, complex society,there’s a vital need for compassionate,professional social workers. This programtaps into your natural ability to interact withothers, and that capacity is refined into avaluable skill with rewarding professionalopportunities. You’ll receive the practical andtheoretical education necessary for success,professionally or at a four-year college.

The U.S. Department of Labor indicatesthat social worker jobs will be particularlyabundant during the next decade. This willbe especially true in New Jersey due to thestate’s older-than-average population and itsgrowing popularity as a retirement area.

PA 101 Public Administration 3 SO 202 Contemporary Social Problems 3 SO 212 Social Psychological Counseling 3 SO 217 Human Behavior in the

Social Environment I 3 SO 219 Human Behavior in the

Social Environment II 3 SO 220 Introduction to Social Welfare

& Social Work 3 SO 221 Social Service Field Work I 3 SO 222 Social Service Field Work II 3 PY 101 General Psychology 3 Program Elective 3

General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 SO 207 Social Minorities & Intergroup Relations 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6161616161

Program ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram ElectivesProgram Electives SO 205 Introduction to Gerontology 3 SO 215 Death & Dying 3 PY 202 Introduction to Addictive Behavior 3 PY 209 Abnormal Psychology 3 SO 216 Sociology of the Family 3

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)Curriculum Code: 230

AS programs are primarily designed for studentswho plan to transfer as juniors at four-yearcolleges and universities. CCC graduates haveobtained bachelor’s degrees and beyond fromevery college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.CCC has transfer agreements with a number offour-year colleges and universities.

Graduates work as aides at daycare centers,mental health agencies, institutions for physicallyand mentally handicapped persons, prisons,hospitals and substance abuse agencies. Thosewith a bachelor’s degree and beyond may holdpositions as counselors, administrators oreducators.

As a graduate of a fully accredited communitycollege, your coursework will be received with fullcredit transfer at most state colleges, public andprivate universities across the country. The NJLampitt bill passed in 2008 by the NJ Statelegislature assures seamless transfer of creditstoward junior standing at NJ state colleges anduniversities.

When You Graduate

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Demonstrate a knowledge and acceptance of social work values andethics.·Describe the social workers’ role within the social service field.·Implement a multidisciplinary approach to problem solving intervention.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level employment in social service positions.

Degree Offered

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In today’s fast-paced, complex society, there’sa vital need for compassionate, professionalsocial workers. This program taps into yournatural ability to interact with others, and thatcapacity is refined into a valuable skill withrewarding professional opportunities. You’llreceive the practical and theoretical educationnecessary for success, professionally or at afour-year college.

The U.S. Department of Labor indicatesthat social worker jobs will be particularlyabundant during the next decade. This will beespecially true in New Jersey due to the state’solder-than-average population and itsgrowing popularity as a retirement area.

PY 101 General Psychology 3 SO 202 Contemporary Social Problems 3 SO 205 Introduction to Gerontology 3 SO 212 Social Psychological Counseling 3 SO 215 Death and Dying 3 SO 217 Human Behavior in the

Social Environment I 3 SO 219 Human Behavior in the

Social Environment II 3 SO 220 Introduction to Social Welfare

& Social Work 3 SO 221 Social Service Field Work I 3 SO 222 Social Service Field Work II 3

General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)General Education Requirements (31 credits)

CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers orororororCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II 3 SO 201 Introductory Sociology 3 SO 207 Social Minorities & Intergroup Relations 3 SP 203 Effective Speech 3 Mathematics Elective* 3 Science Elective 4 Humanities Elective 3 History Elective 3

Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits:Total Credits: 6161616161

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)(30 credits)

When You GraduateAS programs are primarily designed for studentswho plan to transfer as juniors at four-yearcolleges and universities. CCC graduates haveobtained bachelor’s degrees and beyond fromevery college in New Jersey and scores ofcolleges and universities throughout America.CCC has transfer agreements with a number offour-year colleges and universities.

Graduates work as aides at daycare centers,mental health agencies, institutions for physicallyand mentally handicapped persons, prisons,hospitals and substance abuse agencies. Thosewith a bachelor’s degree and beyond may holdpositions as counselors, administrators oreducators.

As a graduate of a fully accreditedcommunity college, your coursework will bereceived with full credit transfer at most statecolleges, public and private universities acrossthe country. The NJ Lampitt bill passed in 2008by the NJ State legislature assures seamlesstransfer of credits toward junior standing at NJstate colleges and universities.

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Value the biological, sociological, and psychological viewpoints of theaging process.·Demonstrate a knowledge and acceptance of social work values andethics.·Describe the social workers’ role within the social service field.·Implement a multidisciplinary approach to problem solvingintervention.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

Social Service/Gerontology

Curriculum Code: 290

Associate in ScienceSocial Service/Gerontology

Social Service

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level positions in nursing homes, social service agencies.

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Alcohol & Drug Counseling

Social Service

Curriculum Code: 231

PY 101 General Psychology 3 PY 202 Understanding Addictive Behavior 3 PY 205 Psychopharmacology 3 CJ 213 Criminal Psychopathology 3 SO 201 Introduction to Sociology 3 SO 212 Social Psychological Counseling 3 SO 217 Human Behavior & the

Social Environment I 3 SO 220 Introduction to Social Welfare

& Social Work 3 SO 223 Field Work 3

General Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education RequirementsGeneral Education Requirements

EN 101 English Composition I 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers ororororor

CS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 3333333333

(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)(6 credits)

(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)(27 credits)

In today’s society there is a growing vital needfor compassionate counselors specializing inthe field of alcohol and drugs. The programenhances your natural ability to interact withothers, and that capacity is refined into avaluable skill with rewarding professionalopportunities. You’ll receive the practical andtheoretical education necessary for success,professionally or at a four-year college.The New Jersey Department of LaborWorkforce Development, Labor MarketDemand Occupation list on Substance AbuseCounseling indicates a growing employmentdemand in the field of alcohol and drugcounseling. The future trend indicates increasein this field of counseling.

Certificate programs provide specific careerskills development as well as the opportunity totest an area of interest, or enhance a degreeprogram. Students who complete a certificateprogram can continue to obtain a degree.Graduates will be able to pursue a certificatein alcohol and drug counseling in the state ofNew Jersey with the completion of field workhours. The number of field work hoursrequired is two years in an approved agencyunder supervision of a licensed alcohol anddrug counselor. Once approved, an oral andwritten examination will follow through theState Certification Board. Graduates of theprogram may also further their education bytransferring into an Associate’s level SocialServices degree.

Academic CertificateAlcohol & Drug Counseling

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:·Identify and analyze the chronic effects of abuses and addictionassociated with alcohol and drugs.·Describe the principles of accepted practices for alcohol and drugawareness counseling.·Illustrate prevention methods and interventions for alcohol and drugaddictions.·Discuss the role of the counselor for alcohol and drug counseling.·Locate, retrieve and critically evaluate information and informationsources related to the profession.

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Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesAlcohol & Drug Counselor

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Associate in Applied ScienceTechnical Studies

Technical Studies

Technical Studies

BU 115 Introduction to Business 3 BU 212 Human Resource Management 3 CM 214 Project Management 3 CM 216 Construction Contracts and Labor Law 3 EN 204 Business Communication 3Program Electives* 25

*Up to 25 technical studies credits may be awarded for formal corporate,industrial, military training programs. Training program information will bereviewed for application of credit. Alternatively, completion of the programelectives can be selected from the following tracks:

BusinessBusinessBusinessBusinessBusiness•Complete additional credits in courses using the prefix BU, AC or EC

Computer Aided Drafting and DesignComputer Aided Drafting and DesignComputer Aided Drafting and DesignComputer Aided Drafting and DesignComputer Aided Drafting and Design•Complete additional credits in courses using the prefix EG, IT or MA

Engineering TechnologyEngineering TechnologyEngineering TechnologyEngineering TechnologyEngineering Technology•Complete additional credits in courses using the prefix EG, IT,PI or MA

Construction SupervisionConstruction SupervisionConstruction SupervisionConstruction SupervisionConstruction Supervision•Complete additional credits using the prefix CM, IT, or BU

All courses should be selected with the assistance of a faculty advisorAll courses should be selected with the assistance of a faculty advisorAll courses should be selected with the assistance of a faculty advisorAll courses should be selected with the assistance of a faculty advisorAll courses should be selected with the assistance of a faculty advisor

General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits)General Education Requirements (21 credits) Credits Credits Credits Credits Credits

EN 101 English Composition I 3 EN 102 English Composition II ororororor

SP 203 Effective Speech orororororEN 103 Technical Writing 3

Mathematics or Science Elective* 3 Social Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Diversity Elective 3 CS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3

Total CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal CreditsTotal Credits 6060606060

*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.*A four credit general education elective in that subject can be taken and applied.

(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)(39 credits)

Graduates will increase their skills andknowledge in their chosen career as well asincrease their opportunities for professional andpersonal advancement.

Curriculum Code: 470

When You Graduate

The Associate in Applied Science Degree inTechnical Studies is available to students whohave successfully completed apprenticeship andother formal corporate, industrial or militaryprograms. Three to 25 technical credits may beawarded toward degree completion foreducation received in apprenticeship and otherformal training programs. The remaining creditsrequired for degree completion are generaleducation courses and career related courses.

A faculty assessor will evaluate the coursecontent from the apprenticeship, corporate,industrial, or military training program. Theprogram will be evaluated for:•How an apprenticeship or other corporate,industrial or military programs translate intocollege credits•Collegiate-level depth of curriculum beyondentry-level requirements•Company and trainer certifications

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:•Demonstrate competence in a broad array of intellectual and communicationskills.•Communicate effectively in writing, speech and electronic media.•Identify and organize appropriate, credible information/data resources and usecritical thinking skills to analyze results by applying suitable method withindisciplines.•Develop moral and ethical decision making skills to address current issues insociety.•Demonstrate an understanding of issues surrounding cultural diversity in theirown society as well as in others.•Develop moral and ethical decision making skills to address current issues insociety.•Demonstrate an understanding of issues surrounding cultural diversity in theirown society as well as in others.

Employment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEmployment OpportunitiesEntry level position in the selected track.

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General Education

Cumberland County College is committed to offeringeducational programs that provide its students with a commongrounding in the intellectual tradition. Each student, dependingon the academic program, must complete a common set ofcourses known as General Education.

The general education goals are as follows:

GOAL 1: WRITTEN AND ORAL COMMUNICATION(COMMUNICATION)Students will communicate effectively in both speech andwriting.

GOAL 2: QUANTITATIVE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS(MATHEMATICS)Students will use appropriate mathematical and statisticalconcepts and operations to interpret data and to solveproblems.

GOAL 3: SCIENTIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND REASONING(SCIENCE)Students will use the scientific method of inquiry, through theacquisition of scientific knowledge.

GOAL 4: TECHNOLOGICAL COMPETENCY ORINFORMATION LITERACY (TECHNOLOGY)Students will use computer systems or other appropriate formsof technology to achieve educational and personal goals.

GOAL 5: SOCIETY AND HUMAN BEHAVIOR (SOCIALSCIENCE)Students will use social science theories and concepts to analyzehuman behavior and social and political institutions and to act asresponsible citizens.

GOAL 6: HUMANISTIC PERSPECTIVE (HUMANITIES)Students will analyze works in the fields of art, music or theater;literature; and philosophy and/or religious studies; and will gaincompetence in the use of a foreign language.

GOAL 7: HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE (HISTORY)Students will understand historical events and movements inWorld, Western, non-Western or American societies and assesstheir subsequent significance.

GOAL 8: GLOBAL AND CULTURAL AWARENESS(DIVERSITY COURSES)Students will understand the importance of a global perspectiveand culturally diverse peoples.

GOAL 9: ETHICAL REASONING AND ACTIONStudents will understand ethical issues and situations.

GOAL 10: INFORMATION LITERACYStudents will understand how to locate, evaluate and effectivelyuse information.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSIn addition to other degree requirements, students must meetthe following general education requirements:

1. Associate in Arts Degree (AA)Forty-five (45) general education credits distributed asfollows:communications, 9 credits; math/science/technology,12 credits; social science, 6 credits; humanities,9 credits; history, 6 credits; and diversity, 3 credits.

2. Associate in Science Degree (AS)Thirty (30) general education credits distributed as follows:communications, 6 credits; math/science/technology,9 credits; social science, 3 credits; humanities,3 credits; social science or humanities, 3 credits; history,3 credits; and diversity, 3 credits.

3. Associate in Fine Arts Degree (AFA)Twenty-one (21) general education credits distributed asfollows:communications, 6 credits; math/science/technology,3 credits; social science, 3 credits; humanities,3 credits; diversity, 3 credits and general educationelective, 3 credits.

4. Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS)Twenty-one (21) general education credits distributed asfollows:communications, 6 credits; math/science/technology,3 credits; social science, 3 credits; humanities, 3 credits;diversity, 3 credits and general education electives, 3 credits.

Academic Certificate – Six (6) general education creditsdistributed as follows:

• communications, 3 credits• general education elective, 3 credits

GENERAL EDUCATION CATEGORIES

Gen Ed Code1. Communication(Written & Oral Communication) CEN 101 English Composition IEN 102 English Composition IIEN 103 Technical Writing (AAS)SP 203 Effective Speech

2. Mathematics (Quantitative Knowledge & Skills)MA 109 Principles of MathematicsMA 110 College AlgebraMA 115 Mathematical Structures & AlgorithmsMA 120 College TrigonometryMA 121 Precalculus MathematicsMA 130 Calculus IMA 140 Calculus IIMA 205 Statistics IMA 206 Statistics II

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3. Science (Scientific Knowledge & Reasoning) BBI 101 General Biology IBI 102 General Biology IIBI 104 Human BiologyBI 105 (L) Human Biology LabBI 106 Anatomy & Physiology IBI 107 Anatomy & Physiology IIBI 119 Principles of Science IIBI 122 Environmental ScienceBI 203 MicrobiologyCH 101 General Chemistry ICH 102 General Chemistry IIGL 101 Physical GeologyGL 102 Historical GeologyGL 117 Earth SciencePI 105 Physical SciencePI 106 Principles of Science IPI 107 (L) Principles of Science I LabPI 108 Atmospheric Science ConceptsPI 116 AstronomyPI 123 Fundamentals of Physics 1PI 124 Fundamentals of Physics IIPI 141 General Physics IPI 142 General Physics II

4. Technology T(Technological Competency or Information Literacy)CS 101 Introduction to MicrocomputersCS 102 Applications on the Microcomputer

5. Social Sciences(Society & Human Behavior) SAN 102 Cultural AnthropologyEC 201 Principles of MacroeconomicsEC 202 Principles of MicroeconomicsGE 101 World Regional GeographyGE 102 Cultural GeographyPS 201 American Federal GovernmentPS 203 State & Local GovernmentPY 101 General PsychologyPY 102 Child PsychologyPY 207 Human Growth & DevelopmentSO 201 Introductory Sociology

6. Humanities (Humanistic Perspective) H

Art/Music/TheatreAR 101 Art AppreciationAR 107 Art History IAR 108 Art History IIMU 101 Music AppreciationMU 105 World MusicMU 114 History of MusicTH 101 Theatre AppreciationTH 201 Theatre History

LiteratureEN 201 British Literature IEN 202 British Literature IIEN 205 Masterpieces of Western Literature IEN 206 Masterpieces of Western Literature IIEN 208 Images of Women in LiteratureEN 209 American Literature IEN 210 American Literature IIEN 215 African-American Literature

EN 219 Modern American LiteratureEN 221 Short StoryEN 222 DramaEN 223 PoetryEN 225 Introduction to Latino LiteratureEN 256 Film & Literature

Foreign LanguagesFR 101 Elementary French IFR 102 Elementary French IIFR 201 Intermediate French IFR 202 Intermediate French IILI 101 Elementary Italian ILI 102 Elementary Italian IILS 101 Elementary Spanish ILS 102 Elementary Spanish IILS 201 Intermediate Spanish ILS 202 Intermediate Spanish II

Philosophy/ReligionPH 101 Introduction to PhilosophyPH 102 Introduction to EthicsRL 101 Perspectives on ReligionRL 102 World ReligionsRL 103 Intro to Asian Religions

7. History (Historical Perspective) YHI 101 Western Civilization IHI 102 Western Civilization IIHI 103 World History & Culture IHI 104 World History & Culture IIHI 112 African Civilization IHI 113 Latin American HistoryHI 201 United States History IHI 202 United States History IIHI 208 African American History

8. Global & Cultural Awareness (Diversity) DAN 102 Cultural AnthropologyAN 103 Cultural Diversity in the U.S.EN 208 Images of Women in LiteratureEN 215 African-American LiteratureEN 225 Introduction to Latino LiteratureFR 201 Intermediate French IFR 202 Intermediate French IIGE 101 World Regional GeographyGE 102 Cultural GeographyGE 110 Cultural Geography of North AmericaHI 103 World History & Culture IHI 104 World History & Culture IIHI 112 African Civilization IHI 113 Latin American HistoryHI 208 African American HistoryLS 201 Intermediate Spanish ILS 202 Intermediate Spanish IIMU 105 World MusicMU 115 History of Jazz and Popular MusicRL 102 World ReligionsRL 103 Intro to Asian ReligionsSO 207 Social Minorities & Intergroup Relations

Ethical Reasoning & ActionEthical Reasoning and Action are infused in all of the abovecategories (1-8).

Gen Ed CodeGen Ed Code

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Admissions

GENERAL ADMISSION POLICYAdmission to Cumberland County College is open to all personswho can benefit from higher education. CCC students represent avariety of ages and cultures adding to the diversity and richness ofa Cumberland County College education.

Students who plan to earn a degree or certificate from CCC,whether studying full-time or part-time, must apply for admission,which leads to formal acceptance into a degree or certificateprogram. CCC also allows non-matriculated students, onceadmitted, to enroll in courses for which they are qualified. Studentsadmitted to the college may or may not be admitted to selectiveprograms or courses such as Nursing, Radiography, RespiratoryTherapy or Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program. Please refer tospecific program admissions procedures for more details.

Admission Eligibility and CriteriaAdmissions procedures and requirements are listed for eachadmission category below.

Degree and Non-Degree1. Non-restricted programs and courses – Student must be a

high school graduate, or have a general equivalency diploma (GED),or be 18 years of age or older.

2. Restricted programs and courses – Student must be a highschool graduate, or have a general equivalency diploma (GED).They must meet the admission criteria for selective programs(Nursing, Radiography, Psychosocial Rehabilitation or RespiratoryTherapy) and complete specific course prerequisites.

High School StudentsCurrently enrolled high school or home school students may enrollfor credit courses with permission/recommendation from their highschool and parent, or as a participant in the college’s Dual Creditprogram. High school or home school students may be requiredto take the Accuplacer placement test.

Non-CreditStudents may enroll in non-credit community education coursesby completing the necessary registration forms. Some continuingeducation courses require specific background skills or knowledge.

Full-Time/Part-Time StatusFull-time is 12 or more credits per semester. Part-time is fewerthan 12 credits per semester.

Basic Skills AssessmentStudents must have their basic academic skills assessed beforeenrollment in degree programs and certain subject area courses.Students who demonstrate a need for pre-college level instructionwill be required to complete such courses prior to enrollment inmost college-level courses.

ADMISSION PROCEDURES

Degree (Matriculated) StudentsStudents enrolled in programs of study leading to a degree orcertificate.

1. Submit a completed free admission application to theAdmissions and Registration Office.

2. Submit high school transcripts and/or, if applicable, a copy ofgeneral equivalency diploma (GED). High school graduates mustsubmit a final transcript showing graduation date.

3. Take the Accuplacer Exam. This test is for course placementand not for determining admission to the college. Students whosetest results are more than five years old and who have not takenthe required basic skills courses or demonstrated proficiencythrough successful completion of appropriate college-level coursesare required to retake the test or appropriate sections of the test.

4. Full-time students born after 1956 must be immunized forhepatitis B, measles, mumps and rubella, including a second measlesimmunization. Applicants must submit a certificate of immunizationfrom a physician.

5. Full-time students are required to have health/accidentinsurance. Evidence of such insurance must be provided orpurchased at the time of registration. Health/accident insurance isalso available for part-time students.

Transfer Students/Receiving External Credit1. Complete the steps as listed for degree candidates (transfer

students may not be required to take the placement test dependingupon transfer evaluation).

2. Have official transcript(s) sent from other college(s) you mayhave previously attended (including CLEP, Advanced Placement,etc.)

3. An evaluation of credits transferred will be provided for thematriculated student.

International Students (F-1 Visa)Cumberland County College is authorized by the U.S. Citizenshipand Immigration Services to admit foreign students for full-timeattendance under the F-1 student visa program. Students withproper documentation, including documents demonstratingfinancial and educational ability may enter the college each fall andspring semester and should allow a minimum of 90 days forprocessing. Please refer to the college website www.cccnj.edu orcall the Office of Enrollment Services to receive an instructionpacket. All international students will undergo basic skills testingupon arrival in English, Reading and Math. A comprehensive Englishas a Second Language program is available if needed. The Out-of-State tuition applies.

121WebAdvisorWebAdvisor is accessible on the CCC home page www.cccnj.edu.Visitors may log-on as guests and view current course offeringsand descriptions. Current students may log in to their Portal toaccess WebAdvisor. Within WebAdvisor, students may registerfor courses, view their course schedules, transcripts, financial aidawards, and business office account information. Video and PDFtutorials on how to use WebAdvisor are located in the Portal.

Non-Degree (Non-Matriculated) StudentsStudents enrolled in credit courses for personal interest, job skills,career advancement, enrichment or transfer to another institution.

1. Submit a completed free admission application to theAdmissions and Registration Office.

2. Upon the completion of 12 credits, students must take theAccuplacer Test.

3. After the completion of 24 credits, non-degree students shouldapply for degree admission. Entry into English and mathematicscourses and upper-level college courses requires appropriateplacement test scores or course prerequisite completion.

Community Education (Non-credit) StudentsStudents may enroll in non-credit courses or programs for purposesof job skills, career advancement, professional development orpersonal enrichment. Visit our website at www.wenj.org or call856/745-3668.

Selected High School StudentsCumberland County College offers the opportunity for selectedhigh school students to enroll for college courses while still in highschool. Enrollment in college courses requires the approval of thehigh school and the student’s parents. Students must pass thecollege placement test and comply with all college rules. Non-degree admission procedures must be completed. Grades andcredits are recorded on a permanent academic record.

Basic Skills AssessmentTo assist students with appropriate and effective course placement,Cumberland County College provides basic skill assessment for allstudents. Proper course placement, selection and advisement areimportant factors for successful course completion. Degree seeking students must take the Accuplacer as part oftheir initial enrollment at the college. This test is administeredthrough the Center for Academic and Student Success and offeredboth on and off campus. The Accuplacer provides assessment ofbasic skills in the areas of reading, writing, math computation andelementary algebra. Introductory college-level courses require thatstudents test out of reading and/or complete the recommendedcourse(s) based on the Accuplacer. Non-degree students who have completed 12 credits shouldtake the Accuplacer. These test results are used for basic skillsassessment and course placement. While the Accuplacer is notused to determine admission to the college, program and courseentrance and selection may be restricted, based on the student’stest results.

Students may be exempt from taking the Accuplacer if they:1. Are transferring from another college and have successfully

completed equivalent college-level courses, including English andmathematics.

2. Have taken the placement test within the past 5 years atanother New Jersey college and have submitted the results.

3. Have earned an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from aregionally accredited college or university.

4. Have taken the SAT with specific scores.5. Are taking the ACT ESL Placement Test.

Information and/or requests for exemption from the Accuplacershould be directed to the Admissions and Registration Office.

Enrollment ConsultationStudents identified through basic skills assessment and/or previousacademic records who show limited or marginal academic skillswill have an interview with a college representative. This interviewwill review the student’s educational goals and requirements forcompatibility with the student’s demonstrated academic skills. Arecommendation for enrollment or alternative educational optionswill be provided.

Academic AdvisementAll degree seeking students are assigned an academic advisor toguide their college experience. Students taking two or moredevelopmental courses are assigned to one of the Student Successadvisors located in the Student Center. College level and pre-college level students are assigned an advisor located in one of thethree Academic Divisions; these are BESS (Business, Education andSocial Sciences), A&H (Arts and Humanities) and STEM (Science,Technology Engineering and Math/Health.)

Advising takes into account a student’s career goals anddirections, academic aptitudes; full-or part-time attendance;academic schedule in balance with personal responsibilities andsetting up of an Academic Success Plan, and reviewing progresstoward a goal, called Program Evaluation. Advisors are here tohelp. WebAdvisor supports these discussions.

Students should log into their Portal regularly. Interactive toolsfound within self-service WebAdvisor permit students to monitortheir degree requirements register for classes each semester; plantheir academic program; determine how credits can be applied toother majors; view their financial aid award, etc..

For more information about academic advising, and otherservices offered at the Advisement Office, visit our website.

Program Admission Proceduresfor Biomedical ScienceApplicants to the above programs are required to follow theHealthcare Programs admissions procedure and submit materialsto Admissions and Registration prior to consideration for admissioninto any of the selective Healthcare Programs.

ApplicationNew CCC applicants should submit a Cumberland County CollegeAdmission Application indicating either of the following BiomedicalScience/Healthcare: Nursing (RN) Prep (741), LPN Challenge (738),Radiography Prep (751), Respiratory Therapy Prep (761) orPractical Nursing (PN) (700) as the program of choice along withthe appropriate application fee. This form may be obtained fromthe Admissions and Registration Office or on the college website:www.cccnj.edu.

122ActivationAn Activation Form must be submitted by the appropriate deadlinefor new and current students requesting to be considered for entryinto one of the selective Healthcare programs. Once an activationform has been received, the student’s file will be reviewed forrequired documents. Complete files will be considered for entryinto professional coursework the following fall. The Activation formmay be obtained from the Admissions and Registration Office, andis available beginning October 1 for Nursing programs and January1 for Radiography. Specific timelines will be published on the collegewebsite, www.cccnj.edu. Activation forms of LPNs wishing tochallenge are available July 1.

Required documents:An official high school transcript or high schoolequivalency certificate (GED) and Officialtranscript(s) from other college(s).Official Transcripts should be forwarded to the Cumberland CountyCollege Admissions and Registration Office.

Results of the Accuplacer Test.Contact the Center for Academic and Student Success (CASS),856/691-8600, ext. 1300 or visit the college web site to check forAccuplacer test sessions. Allied Health Program applicants arerequired to complete the Accuplacer except where an associateor bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. college is presented.Test results are valid for a period of five (5) years.

Additional Health Program Applicant InformationBasic Skills:Deficiencies in the areas of reading, English and mathematics asindicated by the Accuplacer Test must be remedied prior toadmission to the Allied Health Programs.

Science Background:Applicants must complete a minimum of Anatomy and PhysiologyI or College Chemistry I or Biology I or II with grades of “C” orbetter to be considered for admission to the Healthcare Programs(see specific requirements below). Applicants who have successfullycompleted high school Biology or Chemistry with a grade of “B “or better within three years of registering for BI 106, Anatomyand Physiology, may request to waive the pre-requisite for Biology106.

Criminal Background CheckAll admitted Allied Health applicants will be expected to submit acriminal background check.

Specific Program Requirements:RN and PN NursingResults of the Advanced Systems Technology (ATI) Test of EssentialAcademic Skills (TEAS V)– RN or PN must be submitted toCumberland County College Office of Admissions and Registration.Test results are valid for two (2) years. The test must be retaken iftwo years have elapsed. Contact the Admissions and RegistrationOffice 856/691-8600, ext. 1220 for additional information. All RNNursing applicant files must be activated between Oct. 1 and Feb.1.

Transition OptionCCC offers a program for Licensed Practical Nurses working inour community to earn their RN by “challenging.” All LPN’s wishingto challenge the first semester of the RN program must activatetheir file between July 1 and Nov. 1. All general education includingany prerequisite courses, remediation and science courses arerecommended to be completed prior to admission into the LPNChallenge program. Please refer to the RN degree program forgeneral education requirements. A copy of the student’s earnedLPN license and transcript must be on file in order to complete anLPN challenge application.

RadiographyAll RT applicants must activate their files between Jan. 2 and March31.Results of the Health Occupation Aptitude Exam must besubmitted to Cumberland County College Office of Admissionsand Registration. Contact the Center for Academic and StudentSuccess (CASS) 856/691-8600, ext. 1300, or visit the website fortesting dates and additional information. The Health OccupationAptitude Exam is a general test that identifies the applicant’s abilitiesas related to mathematical concepts, reading, vocabulary, spellingand general science concepts. Applicants are encouraged to review all policies specific to theRadiography Program. Policies addressing student health, technicalstandards, pregnancy, and program progression and retention arepublished in the Radiography Program Student Handbook. Thehandbook may be found on the Radiography Program page of thecollege website.

Respiratory Therapy &Psychosocial Rehabilitation(joint degree programs with Rutgers University)The Respiratory Therapy and Psychosocial Rehabilitation programsare selective programs; selection of all students into these programswill be made by Rutgers University. All general education includingany prerequisite courses, remediation and science courses mustbe completed prior to admission to the professional courseworkat Rutgers University. Please refer to program requirements.

The responsibility for completing the Allied Health Programadmissions process lies with the individual applicant. Applicationswill not be considered or reviewed for admission until allrequirements are completed.

Advanced Placement (AP)The college recognizes high school advanced placement programs.High school students who receive grades of 3, 4 or 5 on advancedplacement exams will receive appropriate college credits. Studentsmust submit official AP scores to Admissions and Registration.

College Tech PrepStudents participating in certain programs at local secondary schoolsmay receive advanced placement college credit for specifiedcompetencies achieved in high school. For more information,contact the high school guidance department or the Tech Prepcoordinator at Cumberland County College.

123Program on Non-CollegiateSponsored Instruction (PONSI)Educational programs, training programs and courses sponsoredby non-collegiate organizations (business, industry, professionalassociation, government agencies, etc.) may be accepted forappropriate college credits. Non-collegiate programs consideredfor credit must be listed in the National Guide to Educational Creditfor Training Programs, published by the American Council onEducation. The credit recommendations from the guide must beapplicable to the student’s degree program at Cumberland.Students must submit documentation of completed non-collegiatesponsored instruction to the Admissions and Registration Office.

Tuition, Fees, Financial AidTuition and fees are established by the Cumberland County CollegeBoard of Trustees, which reserves the right to change any and allfees and tuition in accordance with the Higher EducationRestructuring Act. Tuition and fees must be paid in accordancewith the payment schedules established for each semester.

Tuition (Effective Fall 2015)County residents (per credit) ............................................... $113Out-of-county residents* (per credit) .................................. $123Out-of-state residents (per credit) ....................................... $452Foreign .................................................................................. $452*Out-of-county students will be charged $10 per credit over in-county rates with appropriate chargeback documentation.Without such documentation the out-of-county rate is $188 percredit hour.

FeesComprehensive fee (per credit) ............................................. $20($6 of this fee is dedicated to the College’s athletic program)Technology fee (per credit) ..................................................... $10

Course FeesNursing RN & PN course/material fee (per semester) ..... $1,211Radiography course/material fee (per semester) .................. $500Home Health Aide fee (per semester) ................................. $450Online, Telecourse, Hybrid course fee (per credit) ................ $10Art Studio fee (per course) ..................................................... $20Floral Design .................................................... Varies with coursePersonal Fitness course fee (per course) ................................ $25Applied Music course fee (per course) ................................. $225Developmental Skills fee (per credit) ..................................... $10Science Lab Fee (per course) .................................................. $60

Other FeesChange of Course fee (per course) .......................................... $2LPN Challenge fee ................................................................ $500Transcript Fee ........................................................................... $5Graduation Petition fee ........................................................... $25Graduation Petition late fee .................................................... $25Non-sufficient funds check fee ............................................... $20Payment Plan late fee .............................................................. $25Promissory Note Fee .............................................................. $25Late registration fee ................................................................ $20Dual Credit course fee (per credit) ........................................ $40Academic Transcript Evaluations (per credit) ........................... $5Testing Fees .......................................................................... Varies

Non-Refundable DepositNursing & Radiography tuition deposit ................................. $100

Returning StudentsFor students who have previously completed courses at CCC,submit an admissions application to the Admissions and RegistrationOffice. Previously completed coursework may apply to currentmajor.

Withdrawals and RefundsRefunds of Tuition and Fees for students who officially withdrawfrom their class(es) are as follows

• 100% for withdrawals completed before the semester/session begins.

• 100% for withdrawals completed during the add/dropperiod. Add/drop period is the designated first week forthe fall and spring semesters or designated equivalent forsummer, winter or other short sessions.

• 50% for withdrawals completed during the designatedsecond week or equivalent for the semester/session.

• No refund for withdrawals completed after the designatedend of the second week or equivalent for the semester/session.

Semester/session, start dates, add/drop periods, withdrawaldeadline dates are listed in the College calendar.

Withdrawals from class(es) can be completed at the EnrollmentServices office or online. Online withdrawals can only be completedbefore the semester/session begins and during the add/drop period.Withdrawals after the add/drop period must be completed at theEnrollment Services office. Students with Academic or Institutionalrestrictions can only withdraw at the Enrollment Services office.Students dropped or removed from class(es) for any reason forfeitall refunds.The above refund schedule applies to credit class(es)enrollment only.

Tuition Payment PlanThere is a Tuition Payment Plan designed to enable eligible studentsto make tuition payments in installments prior to the fall and springsemesters. Eligibility requirements are available at the Bursar andAdmissions and Registration Office. Students should review theserequirements before applying. A $25 non-refundable deferredpayment fee will be charged.

County Senior Adult StudentCumberland County residents who have reached their 60thbirthday may enroll in courses offered by the college, tuition-freeon a space available basis (beginning two days prior to semester).Students taking advantage of this opportunity must meet courseprerequisites and are responsible for all instruction related feesother than tuition. Senior residents should inform the Admissionsand Registration and Bursar offices of their status when registeringand if they will be auditing the class.

Financial AidFinancial Aid is available to assist full- and part-time students inmeeting college costs. To be considered for financial aid, studentsshould complete and submit the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (FAFSA) by May 31 for the fall semester and by October31 for spring semester.

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student’s resources for the previous calendar year. The totalcontribution that can be made by the student and/or parents towardcollege is determined from this information. If the anticipatedcontribution is insufficient to meet college costs, the student isconsidered to have a financial aid need. Students must alsodemonstrate academic ability to benefit and maintain satisfactoryacademic progress to be eligible or financial aid.

Students applying for financial aid must submit appropriatedocumentation in support of their application. Documentation mayinclude copies of parents/student income tax forms, nontaxableincome verification, and the college financial aid information form.

A student may be eligible to receive financial aid assistance fora maximum of six full-time semesters provided the student meetsthe college’s satisfactory academic progress standards. Financialaid assistance for more than six full-time semesters may only beallowed upon appeal by the student to the Student DevelopmentCouncil. For consideration of an appeal, the student must presentevidence of unusual circumstances, which have not allowed him/her to complete the program with six full-time semesters of financialaid assistance.

Federal financial aid programs available include Federal PellGrants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants,Federal Work Study, and the Federal Direct Loan Programs. Stateprograms available include Tuition Aid Grants, EducationalOpportunity Fund (EOF), NJ Stars, and Garden State Scholarships.Institutional programs available include College Tuition Scholarships,School Counts!, and College Foundation Scholarships.

For additional information and/or financial aid applications,contact the Financial Aid Office.

Transferring Credits to CCCAdvanced StandingFor Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degree programs, amaximum of 50 percent of credits required for the degree may beallocated from credits attained elsewhere. For Associate of AppliedScience programs, the normal transfer allocation will be 50 percentof the credits required for the degree. However, a student mayearn up to 75 percent of the required credits elsewhere if thestudent obtains written prior approval of the appropriate Deanand Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services.

Previous College CreditsCourses completed at other regionally accredited colleges may beaccepted for credit for advance standing if a grade of “C” or betterhas been received and if the courses are applicable to the student’sdegree program at Cumberland. Students must submit toAdmissions and Registration an official transcript from previouscolleges attended and, if necessary, a catalog from the othercollege(s).

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)The college will accept for credit, in advance standing, scores forthe general sub-tests, which meet the American Council onEducation’s recommended minimum scores. The college will alsoaccept for advance standing the CLEP Subject Examinations, whenscores meet minimum acceptable levels if applicable to the student’sdegree program. (Guidance in regard to application of CLEP to

particular subjects may be obtained from the CASS Center andthe Admissions and Registration office.)

Credit for Educational Experiencein the Armed ServicesCourse work taken and/or training received in the armed servicescan be accepted for credit for advance standing in accordance withthe recommendations of the American Council on Education,contained in A Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiencesin the Armed Services. The credit recommendations from theGuide must be applicable to the student’s degree program atCumberland. Students must submit the documentation of thecompleted military educational experience to the Admissions andRegistration office.

Police and Correctional AcademiesIndividuals who have successfully completed training through arecognized police or correctional academy are eligible to receivecollege credit for this training. Recognized academies includeAtlantic County, Burlington County, Camden County, GloucesterCounty, Sea Girt and Vineland Police Academies, and the NJ andFederal Correctional Officers Training Academies.

Information may be obtained regarding the academies andprocedures required for credit consideration from the Admissionsand Registration office and/or Social Science Division.

Health Science CertificationsCredits will be awarded for program completion and currentlicense/certification. Students are required to providedocumentation of program completion, transcript or currentlicense and/or certifications.

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Earn a BA/MAwithout leaving Cumberland Countyat the on-campusShirlee and Bernard BrownUniversity Center

Cumberland County College has partnerships with

colleges and universities that enable students to

earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the on-

campus Shirlee and Bernard Brown University

Center.

This is an incredible opportunity for you to

achieve your educational goals right here in

Cumberland County. Like most of us, you

probably have job and family responsibilities, so

you can’t commute a great distance or relocate to

complete a bachelor’s or master’s degree. That’s

why CCC is offering these degree programs on

campus with our college and university partners.

This is your chance to prepare for a rewarding

career by completing a bachelor’s or master’s

degree. It’s your turn. Change your life at CCC’s

University Center.

For information concerningon-campus and online UniversityPartnerships, please click on“University Center” at cccnj.eduor call 856/691-8600, ext. 1500.

Take the first step.

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Academic Information

RegistrationStudents are expected to register for classes before each semesterat the time and place designated. The registration process is notcompleted until full payment of tuition and fees is made or thestudent submits a fully executed Payment Plan agreement. Eligiblestudents may also register and pay via the Official Payments in theMyCCC Portal.

Course WithdrawalA student may withdraw from a course up to the last two weeks ofthe fall/spring semester. Students should seek consultation fromthe instructor and/or their advisor before withdrawing fromclass(es). An enrollment change form must be completed by thestudent and submitted to the Admissions and Registration Officeby the student. Students who stop attending class(es) but do notsubmit an enrollment change form are not considered withdrawnand are not entitled to a refund.

A grade of “W” is recorded for a course(s) in which a studentwithdraws. A “W” grade is not calculated into the GPA but isconsidered unsuccessful course completion for satisfactory coursecompletion rate requirements.

Grading SystemStudents receive indications of their progress during the semesterand final grades at the end of the semester. The following gradepoint values are used at Cumberland County College.

Grading System effective Academic Year 2009-2010

Letter Grade Definition Grade ValueA Superior 4A- 3.7B+ 3.4B Good 3B- 2.7C+ 2.4C Average 2D Passing 1F Failure 0P Passing (in P/F option) 0W Withdrawal by student 0X Dropped by instructor 0I Incomplete 0R Course must be repeated 0AU Audit (no credit-no grade) 0

An explanation of the above grades is included in the StudentHandbook.

Grade Point AverageGrade Point Average (GPA) is the numerical calculation of gradesreceived for courses taken. A GPA represents a student’s level ofacademic achievement. Students earn a GPA for each semester anda cumulative GPA totaling all semesters. The GPA is used todetermine academic honors and is a component in evaluatingstudent academic progress. A minimum GPA is necessary forstudent satisfactory academic progress as well as graduation.

The GPA is determined by the grades and credits of coursestaken. Each grade has a value and each course has an assignednumber of credits. The number of credits for a course is multipliedby the earned grade value to determine grade points. The gradepoints are totaled and divided by the number of graded credits todetermine the GPA. An explanation and example of grade pointaverage calculation is included in the Student Handbook.

Academic ClassificationA student who has earned a minimum of 32 degree credits will beclassified as a second-year (sophomore) student. Students taking12 or more credits in the fall or spring semesters are consideredfull-time for that semester.

President’s ListFull-time students who at the end of the semester have completed12 or more graded credits and earned a minimum semester GPAof 3.75 and received no grade below “B” will be named to thePresident’s List, 080/090 and 100 level courses are not considered.Students are recognized for the President’s List each fall and springsemester.

Dean’s ListFull-time students who at the end of the semester have completed12 or more graded credits and earned a minimum semester GPAof 3.25 and received no grade below “C” will be named to theDean’s List. 080/090 and 100 level courses are not considered.Students are recognized for the Dean’s List each fall and springsemester.

Academic Appeal ProcedureConcerns regarding grades should be discussed with the individualfaculty member. If a satisfactory resolution is not obtained betweenthe student and the faculty member, the student may appeal thegrade to the administration in the following order: Dean, VicePresident of Academic Affairs.

Satisfactory Academic ProgressAll students must maintain a minimum credit completion rate and aminimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) for satisfactoryacademic progress. The standards for both of these areas must beachieved by students for satisfactory academic standing. Studentswho achieve at a level below the standards for credit completionrate or grade point average (GPA), will be placed on academicprobation. Students placed on academic probation, who do notimprove to or above the standards for these areas in their nextsemester (fall/spring) of enrollment, will be considered to bemaking unsatisfactory academic progress and will be placed onacademic suspension.

The satisfactory credit completion rate is successful completionof 67% (effective July 1, 2014) or more of all credits (most recentand all previous semesters) attempted. Successful completion rates

127will be reviewed after students have attempted 12 or more totalcredits. The first 12 credits attempted are included in the totalcredit completion rate calculation.

The minimum grade point average (GPA) standard is a 1.8 forstudents with 12 to 35 degree credits completed and a 2.0 forstudents with 36 or more degree credits completed. Completeddegree credits include all credits (most recent and all previoussemesters) that have been calculated in the student’s grade GPA. Aminimum GPA standard is not required until the student hascompleted 12 or more degree credits.

Academic ProbationStudents whose cumulative GPAs – at the end of a fall or springsemester – fall below 1.8 at the completion of 12 to 35 degreecredits, or below 2.0 at the completion of 36 or more degreecredits, will be placed on academic probation.

In addition, students must have successfully completed, at theend of fall or spring semester, 67% or more of all credits attempted.Failure to maintain the cumulative GPA or credit completion rateminimum standards will cause students to be placed on academicprobation.

Students on academic probation are required to consult withtheir academic advisor to review their probationary status. Theappropriate courses and number of credits to be taken byprobationary students will be determined by the academic advisor,after an Academic Review is completed.

Academic SuspensionStudents on academic probation must achieve the minimumstandards for GPA and credit completion rate in their next semester(fall/spring). Probationary students failing to meet the minimumstandards will be suspended from the college. Academic suspensionis for the period of one calendar year.

•AppealsStudents who have experienced unusual circumstances (i.e.hospitalization, illness, personal difficulties) that have caused theirlow academic performance, may appeal their academic status inwriting. Information regarding circumstances and documentationconcerning the student’s situation will be reviewed by the Directorof Admissions & Registration. Students will receive the appealdecision in writing within 2-3 weeks. Students may appeal thedecision of the Director to the Student Development Council bycontacting the council chairperson.

•Re-admission of Suspended StudentsStudents who have been academically suspended must requestreadmission in writing and provide supporting documentation.Appeals can be addressed to the Director of Admissions &Registration. Verbal appeals will not be accepted. Students mustsubmit official transcripts from any other college(s) attended sincetheir suspension.

Graduation RequirementsStudents must complete the required credits in appropriate coursesin approved programs with a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.

The required credits must include at least 45 general educationcredits for the Associate in Arts degree, 30 general education creditsfor the Associate in Science degree and 21 general education credits

in the Associate in Fine Arts and Associate in Applied Sciencedegrees. The certificate programs must include at least six generaleducation credits. See General Education section.

The exit criteria for Math MA 094 (a grade of A, B, or C in thecourse and a passing grade on the Accuplacer – Algebra Retest) isthe minimum graduation requirement for mathematics. All studentsmust meet this mathematics requirement to graduate and earn adegree from the college.

For further graduation information, contact the Admissions andRegistration Office.

Classroom SuccessYour classroom attendance, timeliness, attentiveness, andparticipation are all very important for academic achievement andsuccess. Understanding and learning the course material issignificantly enhanced when students follow these effectiveclassroom behaviors. Students are expected to attend class, be ontime, stay to the end, pay attention and participate. Anything lesscan create distractions for you, the instructor, and other students inthe class.

To gain maximum classroom experience:• Be on time, even early to class.• Do not leave class, or leave early.• Turn off electronic devices-cell phones, pagers, IPODs, etc.• Do not bring children to class.• Avoid drawing attention to oneself by making noise,

class clowning, imitating others, etc.• Do not talk with or pass notes to other students

during class.• Be respectful and cooperative with the instructor

and other students.• Do not bring food or eat in class.• Alert instructor to any special needs or temporary

problems.• Obtain permission from instructor before bringing

a visitor/guest to class.

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Academic Services

Galetto Honors ProgramThe college’s Galetto Honors Program provides enrichededucational experiences for exceptional students. Students engagein selected courses and learning opportunities that promote criticaland analytical thinking.

Honors students may receive scholarships, and the programfeatures small class sizes, an emphasis on participatory classroomexperiences, a special speakers forum, educational field trips,conferences and social gatherings.

Honors program participants must meet one of these criteria:• Phi Theta Kappa member.

* 3.25 GPA after 12 credit hours of college-levelcourse work.

• High school GPA of 3.5 or better - or equivalenthigh school average.

• CCC NJ Stars Scholarship recipient.For more information, contact the Office of Academic and

Student Services.

Independent StudyIndependent Study is available as an alternative learning mode forsome courses at Cumberland County College. With the help of acooperating faculty member, who serves as a mentor, a studentplans specific goals and appropriate activities that allow explorationof a particular subject in greater detail than is usually possible in atraditional course. The plans must be approved by the facultymember and appropriate division chairperson. The faculty mentorassists the student and evaluates the outcome. For moreinformation, contact the appropriate Dean.

Developmental/Basic Skills CoursesBased on pre-admission placement testing, students may berequired to take developmental/basic skills courses in Mathematics,English, or Reading. These courses must be completed prior toenrolling in most college-level courses. All basic skills coursesinclude both in-class work and a lab component.

English as a Second LanguageEnglish as a Second Language courses are provided for students oflimited English proficiency. Participants are tested, receive specialacademic advising and bilingual counseling. A unique feature ofthis component is the ESL Computer Lab in which students learncomputer application skills while improving their English languageskills through the utilization of a variety of ESL computer software.

LibraryThe Library supports research, independent study and the academicprograms of the college. Our qualified Library staff practices alearning-centered philosophy and is accessible to students, facultyand the community. The collection (print, non-print and electronic)reflects a wide spectrum of viewpoints and supports the life-longlearning endeavors of our community.

In an age of information overload, the Library providesinstruction to students in the use of the Library resources and offersservices to help faculty in their research. The Library has an activeinformation literacy program that addresses library orientation,bibliographic instruction and search skills and strategies.

Information is available in a variety of formats and throughmultiple consortia. The Library is wireless and also offers internetaccess to online databases, as well as word processing, spreadsheetsand other applications. To facilitate your academic career, the CCCLibrary offers 24/7 access through the Library’s website.

For more information, call 856/691-8600, ext. 1236 or visitwww.cccnj.edu/library/.

Academic Support LabsReading/Writing/Computational Mathematics/Elementary AlgebraSupport Labs are available for all students who need to strengthentheir skills in any of the four areas.

Computer software, reference materials and a qualifiedtechnician are available to assist students.

Mathematics Learning Assistance CenterThe Mathematics Learning Assistance Center, located in theAcademic Support Lab, provides students with computer tutorials,videotapes and reference books. A qualified technician is availableto provide tutoring.

Dual CreditDual Credit programs exist at most high schools and countytechnical schools. Students take specific college courses at theirschools and can receive both high school and college credit.Students enrolled in these courses are eligible to receive collegeservices including the use of the library, computer lab facilities,counseling and admission to college sponsored activities.

For more information regarding this opportunity, contact thehigh school guidance department or the college’s Office ofAcademic Affairs.

Student Services

Admissions and RegistrationAdmissions and Registration supports the college’s overall missionby fostering increased awareness of and accurate information aboutthe college’s degree, non-degree, and certificate programs. Themission of the office is to provide a warm, friendly atmospherethat facilitates recruitment, supports admissions, registration andorientations, ensures the integrity/evaluation and certification oftranscripts, and provides graduation and transfer services.

Counseling ServicesCounseling services, including academic, personal, transfer andcareer counseling, are provided for students through theAdmissions and Registration Office, the Advisement, Transfer andCareer Services Office, the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF),Student Support Services and Project Assist. The counselingservices are intended to support the whole student. Counselingcan assist students with both academic and non-academic concerns,questions and issues. A Mental Health Counselor is located withinthe EOF offices and may provide assessment, short-term counselingand referral services.

129Advisement ServicesThe Advisement Office coordinates campus-wide studentadvisement for all degree programs. All full-time faculty, counselorsand administrators serve as academic advisors for students. Eachdegree seeking student is assigned an advisor to meet with regularlyto discuss course selection, career plans and academic goals. Eachsemester, Advisement Day is held to assist students in developingcourse schedules, and reviewing academic planning and careergoals.

For information, call 856/691-8600, ext. 1320 or visit www.cccnj.edu.

Return to LearnReturn to Learn is a program providing services for adults returningto college to complete their associate degrees and certificates withfee forgiveness, textbook loan and counseling. The Return to Learnprogram is located as part of the Advisement Office.

Career Placement ServicesThe college offers career counseling and interest testing for studentsseeking career direction and/or information. The EmploymentBulletin contains listings of all advertised off campus employmentand internship opportunities and can be accessed through the officeor online via the college web site. Resume and cover letter writingassistance is offered to persons seeking employment. Employersalso visit the campus on scheduled recruitment dates.

Cooperative education credit is also available to students.Course participants work on or off campus in positions related totheir major. Students wishing to receive college credit for workexperience should contact the Career Placement Counselor in theAdvisement Office.

Educational Opportunity FundThe state-funded Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) programprovides access and post-secondary educational opportunities toacademically and financially disadvantaged students. The EOFprogram has demonstrated success in helping students achieveacademically and in developing skills needed for success, on-campus and in the community.

EOF offers financial assistance, counseling, specialized courses,tutoring and workshops. A Mental Health Counselor is locatedwithin the EOF offices and may provide assessment, short-termcounseling and referral services.

Every year, EOF conducts a summer program that acquaintsand prepares students for the demands and rewards of college life.

Military Service Educational BenefitsPrograms of study at Cumberland County College are eligible forveterans and military service educational benefits. Educationalbenefits are available to both veterans of military service as well asindividuals currently serving in the National Guard or Reserves.The Admissions and Registration Office provides information andassistance to veterans and military service personnel in determiningeligibility and processing the necessary applications and enrollmentcertifications for educational benefits.

Student Support ServicesStudent Support Services assists low-income/first generationcollege students with the support they need in order to successfullyachieve their academic and career goals. This includes

individualized counseling, career exploration, grant stipends,tutoring, social/cultural activities, loaned books, workshops on testtaking, time management, self-enhancement and stress managementtechniques. Other services include working with students whohave a disability and a referral service. The goal of the program isto ensure completion and transfer, if appropriate, into a four-yearinstitution of higher education in the least amount of time.

Disabled Student ServicesThe Office of Disabilities Support Services coordinates servicesfor students with disabilities. Services include accessibilityarrangements, note taking, reading, transcribing and interpretingservices, library and registration assistance, career, personal andacademic advising and counseling, handicapped parking, assistiveequipment, as appropriate, tutorial support and campus tours. Allstudents wishing to receive services must meet with the Directorof Disability Support Services to determine accomodation.

Project AssistProject Assist helps college students with specific learningdisabilities by providing auxiliary aids and academic adjustments.Supportive services include diagnostic evaluations, tutoring, collegeorientation courses, advocacy, advisement and computerizedinstructional programs.

Although program participants receive extensive support, thegoal of Project Assist is to help students achieve independence.Student success is promoted by focusing on potential rather thandisabilities.

Center for Academic & Student SuccessThe Center for Academic and Student Success offers a completetutorial program as well as computerized testing and assessment.Students may receive personalized instruction on any subject at nocost.

This support program utilizes tutoring in small groups, facultytutoring on a one-to-one basis, and peer tutoring. Students learnby using technology, instructor-directed materials, reference books,and multimedia programs that include CD ROM’s, video and tapecassettes and study guides.

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is offered for “high-risk courses”to develop academic and critical thinking skills.

The tutoring program, SI program, and assessment programaddress the diverse multi cultural population of the current studentbody at Cumberland County College.

The computerized Testing/Assessment Center providesCollege-Level Examination Program (CLEP) opportunities forbusiness and community referrals as well as testing accommodationsfor CCC students. All CLEP exams are administered online.

The computerized Testing/Assessment Center enablesstudents to utilize technology for assessment purposes, such as:

• NJVCCC evaluations and examinations• Online course evaluations and examinations• Distance learning evaluations and examinations• Guided Study College and University course

examinations• Thomas Edison State College course examinations• Accuplacer examinations• Computerized tutoring• ACT ESL Computerized Placement Test

130WIA/WDP ProgramThe Workforce Investment Act and Workforce DevelopmentPartnership Programs are designed to provide an opportunity toincrease occupational development through the award of individualtraining grants. Cumberland County College is a New JerseyDepartment of Labor approved training provider. A displaced ordislocated worker, engaged in core services with the local Officeof Employment and Training, may receive a referral to begin atraining program that will lead to increased employment, retentionand potential earning power. Eligibility for an individual traininggrant is determined by the Office of Employment and Training.Cumberland County College provides academic advisement,career counseling and specialized course work in job searchtechniques.

UPP/Tuition Waiver ProgramThe tuition-free college program offers unemployed persons,displaced or dislocated workers the opportunity to enhanceoccupational skills, learn new trades and prepare to re-enter theworkforce. Eligible individuals seeking to enroll under the jobtraining program must submit verification from the New JerseyOne-Stop Career System.

Alumni AssociationThe Alumni Association promotes the interests of CumberlandCounty College and establishes mutually beneficial relations amongthe college, its alumni and the community. Membership is open toanyone who has successfully completed a course of study at CCC.Membership information may be obtained in the Alumni Office,856/691-8600, ext. 1298.

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Student Life,AthleticsActivities are an important partof the college experience

Getting connected, making a difference

Student ActivitiesThe Student Activities Office coordinates events, activities andprograms for students, including student clubs and organizations,intramural and recreational sports, co-curricular events andactivities and social programs.

For information, call 856/691-8600, ext. 1454.

AthleticsCumberland County College competes in intercollegiateathletics and has eight different programs. The sports includemen’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s basketball,men’s and women’s soccer, baseball and softball. Cumberland is aDivision III junior college and is a member of Region 19 of theNational Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). TheDukes also compete in the Garden State Athletic Conference(GSAC).

Students must be enrolled full-time (12 or more credits persemester), and meet minimum GPA and credit completionrequirements to maintain intercollegiate athletic eligibility. Formore information, call 856/691-8600, ext. 1284 and check outthe athletics website at www.dukesathletics.com

Student Clubs & Organizations2nd Nature ClubArt & Design ClubBusiness/Finance ClubBusiness/HR ClubClub Mud (Ceramics)Criminal Justice SocietyDrama ClubEntrepreneur ClubFaith Fellowship ClubFencing ClubGLOW ClubHOSA (Health Occupations

Students of America) ClubLatin-American ClubMedia Communications ClubMulticultural ClubMusic ClubPractical Nurse Student

Nursing OrganizationRadiography ClubRotaract ClubStudent Nurses Organization

Complimentary ActivitiesComplimentary ActivitiesComplimentary ActivitiesComplimentary ActivitiesComplimentary ActivitiesChorusGospel ChoirL’Esprit (Literary Magazine)The Voice (Student Newspaper)Wind Symphony & Jazz EnsembleStudent Senate

AthleticsAthleticsAthleticsAthleticsAthleticsMen’s & Women’s Cross

CountryMen’s BaseballMen’s SoccerWomen’s SoccerMen’s BasketballWomen’s BasketballWomen’s Softball

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Developmental Education -EnglishMost courses offered by CCC require college-level readingskills. Students who are placed below college level in English orreading and who wish to attend full time may enroll for specificcourses which match their skill levels. General Educationapproved courses are noted with an asterisk.

The courses listed below are available for students who arerequired to take EN 050: Introduction to College Readingand English 1:

AR 110 Fundamentals of DrawingAR 112 Watercolor PaintingAR 115 Painting IAR 120 PrintmakingAR 140 Sculpture ICG 101 Introduction to Computer GraphicsCG 104 TypographyCG 105 Introduction to Desktop PublishingCG 112 Introduction to Motion GraphicsCG 113 Graphic Web DesignCG 114 Digital PhotographyCJ 103 Introduction to Private SecurityCJ 207 Administration of JusticeCJ 216 Crime Analysis & MappingCJ 218 VictimologyCO 118 Introduction to Audio ProductionCR 101 CeramicsCS 100 Introduction to Computer ConceptsFS 110 Freshman SeminarHS 101 Elements of Healthcare CareersHS 103 Medical TerminologyHS 105 Introduction to Athletic TrainingHS 112 Dynamics of Health & FitnessIT 162 Quality ControlLS 104 Conversational SpanishMU 102 Music FundamentalsMU 106 College Chorus IMU 108 Concert BandMU 115 History of Jazz & Popular Music*MU 116 Small EnsembleMU 118 Gospel ChoirMU 120 Class PianoMU 214 Midi and Recording IOA 101 Introduction to KeyboardingOH 108 Herbaceous PlantsPA 101 Introduction to Public AdministrationPE Any PE coursePI 104 Energy, the Environment & SocietyTH 102 Introduction to TheatreTH 104 Voice for the Actor ITH 105 Movement for the Actor ITH 160 Fundamentals of Stage DesignTH 170 Fundamentals of Stage LightingTH 201 Theatre HistoryTH 207 Stage MakeupTH 208 Children’s TheatreTH 230 Readers Theatre

The courses listed below, and to the left, are available forstudents who are required to take EN 060: Introduction toCollege Reading and English II:

AN 103 Cultural Diversity in the US*AR 101 Art Appreciation*CJ 102 Criminology & PenologyCJ 104 Criminal LawCJ 115 Diversity Issues in Criminal JusticeCJ 120 CybercrimeCJ 130 Introduction to Emergency ManagementCJ 141 Criminal Justice LeadershipCJ 201 Police Role in the CommunityCJ 202 Police Organization & AdministrationCJ 203 Police Patrol AdministrationCJ 205 Criminal InvestigationCJ 206 Introduction to TerrorismCJ 209 CriminalisticsCJ 213 Criminal PsychopathologyCO 114, 214 Video & Digital Media Technology I & IICS 101 Introduction to MicrocomputersFS 110 Freshman SeminarHS 103 Medical TerminologyIT 102 CAD I (IT 101 is the pre-req)MU 101 Music Appreciation*OA 101 Introduction to KeyboardingTH 101 Theatre Appreciation*TH 120, 220Acting I & II

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Developmental Education -MathematicsMost courses offered by CCC require college-level math skills.Students who are placed below college level in math and whowish to attend full time may enroll for specific courses whichmatch their skill levels. General Education approved courses arenoted with an asterisk.

The courses listed below are available to students who arerequired to take MA 091: Mathematics and BeginningAlgebra

AG 102 Equip Operations/ManagementAG 105 Introduction to Agricultural ScienceAG 201 Agricultural MarketingAG 203 Fruit ProductionAG 206 Vegetable ProductionAG 207 Agriculture Pest ControlBI 104 Human Biology*BI 105 Human Biology Lab*CM 112 Materials & Supply ManagementCM 114 Management of Field OperationsCM 121 Construction/Architect DrawingCM 131 Construction SafetyCM 137 Construction CodesCM 204 Construction SpecificationsCM 206 Construction Estimating ICM 214 Project Management: Plan & ScheduleCM 216 Construction Contract & Labor LawCM 218 Construction Materials/MethodCS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers*CS 170 PC Support & ServicesCS 242 Principles of Information SecurityHS 101 Introduction to Health Care CareersHS 103 Medical TerminologyHS-104 Intro to Health InformationHS 105 Intro to Athletic TrainingHS 109 Holistic HealthHS 112 Dynamics of Health & FitnessHS 115 Basic NutritionHS 140 Legal & Ethical Issues in Health CareIT 110 Electronics IIT 112 Introduction to Engineering Tech LabOH 104 Plant PropagationOH 106 Plant MaterialsOH 108 Herbaceous PlantsOH 121 Floral Design IOH 130 Identification Interior PlantsOH 201 Introduction to Soil ScienceOH 203 Turf Grass ManagementOH 210 Landscape DesignPI 104 Energy, the Environment & Society

All PE courses

The courses listed below, and to the left, are available tostudents who are required to take MA 094: Fundamentals ofAlgebra

BI 101 General Biology I*BI 102 General Biology II*BI 122 Environment Science*BI 119 Principles of Science II*BI 208 Introduction to Infectious DiseasesCS 111 Computer Science ICS 132 Web Page Development ICS 218 Web Page DynamicsGL 101 Physical Geology*GL 102 Historical Geology*GL 117 Earth Science*HS 145 Exercise Science IIT 105 Blueprint Reading/SketchingIT 162 Quality ControlMA 109 Principles of Mathematics*MA 115 Math Structures & Algorithms*MA 205 Statistics I*OH 103 Plant ScienceOH 204 Greenhouse ManagementOH 206 Landscape ConstructionPI 105 Physical Science*PI 106 Principles of Science I*PI 107 Principles of Science Lab*PI 108 Atmospheric Science Concepts*PI 116 Astronomy*

*Denotes General Education approved course

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ACCOUNTINGAC 103: Accounting Principles I (4:4:0)Offers a study of the basic principles ofaccounting primarily related to the soleproprietorship type of business. The completeaccounting cycle is presented for both serviceand merchandising entities.

AC 104: Accounting Principles II (4:4:0)Offers a study of the basic principles ofaccounting typical to partnerships andcorporations, such as nature and formation of

the corporation, capital stock entries, capitalearnings, and dividends. Prerequisite: AC 103.

AC 115: Construction Accounting (3:3:0)Provides owners, construction businessmanagers, project accountants, accountingsupport personnel and financial servicesproviders the fundamentals of accounting andthe aspects of accounting specific toconstruction. The course begins with a reviewof debits and credits, provides an outline ofgeneral accounting theory, and concludes withthe principles of job cost accounting, including

revenue recognition, over- and under-billings,and retention.

AC 201: Intermediate Accounting I(4:4:0)Covers such topics as financial statements,balance sheets, income statements, retainedearnings statements, accounting processes,receivables, inventories, plant assets,intangibles, and current liabilities. Prerequisite:AC 104.

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Only college level prerequisites are listed for the following courses. See pages (132-133) for a listing of college levelcourses students are able to take while simultaneously enrolled in developmental education courses.

Subject code and course number - each course is assigned a two-letter code identifying the course subject and a three-digit numberGen Ed code - each course designated with one letter in quotes fulfills the General Education Requirement - see pages 118-119 forcomplete listingCredits - number of credits to be awarded to the student who successfully completes the courseLecture hours - number of hours per week, during the standard semester, that a particular course meets in a classroom situationLab hours - number of hours per week, during the standard term, that a particular course meets in a laboratory situation

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AC 202: Intermediate Accounting II(4:4:0)Covers such topics as investments, bonds andfunds, long-term liabilities, paid-in capital,financial statement analysis, and cash-flowreporting. Prerequisite: AC 201.

AC 211: Fundamentals of Tax Preparation(3:3:0)Concentrates primarily on individual incometaxes with emphasis on form preparation. Topicscovered include income, exclusions fromincome, allowable deductions, depreciationmethods as well as Federal and State payrolltaxes and sales tax. Preparer responsibilitieswill be emphasized. Prerequisite: AC 104.

AC 221: Cost Accounting I (3:3:0)Covers the cost accumulation of materials,labor, overhead, by-products, job order cost,standard cost as well as the budgeting process.Prerequisite: AC 104.

AC 222: Cost Accounting II (3:3:0)Covers standard costs with the analytic processof various types of statements with emphasison their application to budgeting to assistmanagement in making decisions andcontrolling and analyzing current costs andprofits. Prerequisite: AC 221.

AC 227: Federal Income Tax Accounting(3:3:0)Studies federal tax laws as they apply to theincome of individuals, partnerships, andcorporations. Tax problems are presented andillustrated by acceptable solutions throughpreparation of income tax returns.

AC 228: Auditing (3:3:0)Covers the most recent developments inauditing theory, standards, and procedures andreports. A typical audit case problem practiceset is used to illustrate the theoretical principlesstudied. Prerequisite: AC 104.

AC 231: Federal Taxation: Individuals(3:3:0)Offers training in the application of basicprinciples of the solution of tax problems;individual income tax returns, inclusions andcapital gain or loss applicable thereto: pay asyou go tax collection system. Prerequisite: AC104.

AC 232: Federal Taxation: Business(3:3:0)Covers partnership, corporation and fiduciaryincome tax returns, social security, estate, andgift taxes. Prerequisite: AC 104.

AGRICULTUREAG 102: Equipment Operations &Management (2:1:2)A study of the principles of the construction oftwo and four cycle motors, tractors and irrigationdistribution equipment. Emphasis on selection,care, operation and maintenance.

AG 105: Introduction to AgriculturalScience (3:3:0)Introduces students to career opportunities andthe general concepts of horticulture whichinclude plant taxonomy, physiology, crops andtheir general management.

AG 201: Agricultural Marketing (3:3:0)Covers the practices used in the marketing offarm products. Principles of farm cooperatives,farm markets and stores, crop planning,methods of distribution, research proceduresand marketing problems facing the farmer todaywill be discussed.

AG 203: Fruit Production (3:2:3)Includes planting, care, production andmarketing of the major fruit crops grown in NewJersey. Techniques involved in pruning,budding, and grafting trees will bedemonstrated. Students will have an opportunityto practice these skills.

AG 206: Vegetable Production (3:2:3)Acquaints the student with the culturalrequirements of the important vegetable cropsproduced in Southern New Jersey. Discussionsincluded are: nutritional requirements, diseaseand insect problems, harvesting procedures andmethods of weed control.

AG 207: Agriculture Pest Control &Identification (4:3:3)Designed to introduce the student to thefundamental theories, principles and practicesof pest control for agriculture and ornamentalhorticulture crops. Diagnostic skills for insect,disease, and weed identification are presented.

ANTHROPOLOGYAN 101: General Anthropology (3:3:0)This course is an introduction to Anthropologywhich will explore the Human Experiencehistorically, culturally and psychologically via thefour subdivisions of Anthropology: physicalanthropology (the systematic study of humansas biological organisms), archaeology (the studyof culture through the recovery and analysis ofmaterial remains and environmental data),linguistics, and ethnology. While a survey, this

course will focus on the theories and researchmethods (ethnography, observation andfieldwork), which shape Anthropology as adiscipline as well as areas of interest toAnthropology (e.g., ethnicity, food preferences,music and literature, systems of governance,religion/superstition, modernity and socialbehavior, gangs, terrorism.)

AN 102: “S/D” Cultural Anthropology(3:3:0)An introduction to the complexity of human lifeand the anthropologist’s view of the essentialaspects of culture. The course stresses thevariety of ways that human groups haveorganized their societies as alternatives forsolving common human problems.

AN 103: “D” Cultural Diversity in theU.S. (3:3:0)An exploration of multiculturalism, inclusiveness,tolerance and a celebration of different lifewaysin the United States. Critical understanding andreflective analysis will be used to broaden ourperspectives on these issues.

ARTAR 101: “H” Art Appreciation (3:3:0)An introduction to the fundamentals of creatingart. Students will examine the visual elementsand design principles necessary to create worksof art. Students will discern a work’s subjectmatter and content through writing criticisms ofart or working hands on exploring the creativeprocess. Students will be expected to go on afield trip to an art museum or gallery.

AR 103: Introduction to Art Therapy andMethods (3:3:0)This course provides an introduction to the arttherapy progession. Students will learn aboutthe interface of art and therapy as well as basictheory and application of the discipline throughdefinitions, history, and basic elements withinthe field. Course topics will research majorcontributors to the field, what art therapists doand where art therapists work. Student will beable to identify the significance of art as atherapeutic agent and a springboard to non-verbal communication.

AR 104: Introduction to Art Therapy inPractice (3:3:0)Students will study specific applications of arttherapy as they relate to school, clinical,prevention, rehabilitation, Juvenile Justice,community populations and agencies. Agegroup of studies also includes both student andadult populations. Mean or assessment/diagnosis and treatment wtih individuals and

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groups will be explored. Students will have theopportunity (as an observer) to participate invarious field experiences under the directsupervision of an art therapist. Students canexpect guest speakers, lecturers, site visits, andpotential internship opportunities. Prerequisite:AR 103.

AR 107: “H” Art History I (3:3:0)A chronological presentation of Western visualarts from prehistory (cave paintings) to theRenaissance. The focus will be on the historicaland cultural context of the works of art. Theclass will discuss how the visual arts functionedand were viewed at the time of their creation.The role and status of the artist, movement andthe patron in each culture or period will beexamined. Students will be expected to go ona field trip to an art museum or gallery.

AR 108: “H” Art History II (3:3:0)A continuation of Art History I from theRenaissance onward to the present day. Majorstyles and movements will be examined:baroque, romanticism, realism and modernism,The context of the arts will be presented in achronological, cultural and historical format.Students will be expected to go on a field trip toan art museum or gallery.

AR 110: Fundamentals of Drawing(4:4:0)Introductory course that is part of the formalfoundation for studying art. This class will focuson the mastery of drawing techniques such asgesture, contour and modeling with light. Thestudents will learn the techniques of workingwith pencil, charcoal, pen & ink and pastels.The basic elements of art and compositionalstrategies will be explored.

AR 112: Watercolor Painting (3:3:0)An introduction to the basic techniques ofwatercolor. It covers the fundamentals ofcomposition, materials and methods of bothtraditional and experimental watercolorpainting.

AR 113: Fundamentals of Drawing II(3:3:0)This course builds on what was accomplishedin Fundamentals of Drawing I and leads thestudent to further explore the drawing medium.Greater depth of ideas and more sophisticatedtechnical execution are emphasized.Prerequisite: AR 110.

AR 115: Painting I (4:4:0)Will assist students in developing anunderstanding of traditional painting methods,

materials and terminology through painting stilllife subject matter in oil or acrylic media. Thiscourse covers the fundamentals of composition,materials and methods through a combinationof instruction and studio experience.

AR 120: Printmaking I (3:3:0)A generalized intro to the various methods ofprintmaking. The student will have theopportunity to work with linoleum plates andwood cut printing processes. The student willalso be able to do mono prints using the press.This course concentrates on creative imagingand expression through the medium ofprintmaking.

AR 140: Sculpture I (3:3:0)This is an introductory sculpture course.Students will work in clay, plaster and wire.Students will work from a live model to learnportraiture and proportions of the human form.Demonstration using basic sculptural materialswill be provided.

AR 145: Sculpture II (3:3:0)Students will build on what is mastered inSculpture I. Students will continue using basicmaterials and specific art-historical referencesto create work that is more self-directed.Students explore carving, modeling andassembling in the manipulation of materials,including paper, clay, wood, plaster and metal.Prerequisite: AR 140.

AR 200: 2-Dimensional Design (4:4:0)2-Dimensional Design provides students with abasic grounding in the process of defining,generating and evaluating visual ideas.Emphasis is on problem solving, thinking andmaking processes in regards to the visualelements and design principles. Students mayuse representational and non-representationalforms to explore the principles of organizationwhile learning skills in the use of black and whitemedium, acrylic pigments and equipmentincluding technical pens, brushes and simpledrafting tools. Prerequisite: AR 110.

AR 202: Color Theory & Practice (3:3:0)This course will expand the student ’sunderstanding of color through a thoroughexploration of fundamental color theoryprinciples. Subjective feeling and objective colorprinciples will also be addressed. Prerequisite:AR 200.

AR 205: 3-Dimensional Design (3:3:0)Three-dimensional visual art combines the studyof the basic elements, principles and practicesof form and design. Through a series of lectures

and hands-on problem solving projects, thestudent will have the opportunity to experienceand understand form in three dimensions. Thiscourse is required for students in the CeramicCertificate program or those majoring inCeramics or Sculpture. Students majoring inart education or fine arts are also stronglyencouraged to take this course, as well asgraphic designers interested in product designor display. Prerequisite: AR 110.

AR 213: Life Drawing (3:3:0)Provides instruction in drawing the human figure.A live model will be used during class time.There is an emphasis on a variety ofapproaches. Dynamics, proportion, anatomy,volume and structure are investigated throughvarious drawing methods and selectedmaterials. Prerequisite: AR 110.

AR 215: Painting II (3:3:0)This course builds on what was mastered inPainting I. The development of an individualizedstyle in form and content is explored andencouraged. Students also have the opportunityto complete works that involve the figure andthe environment. Prerequisite: AR 115.

BUSINESSBU 106: Introduction to Management(3:3:0)Covers the basic functional, behavioral, andquantitative concepts relating to themanagement of a business organization. Topicsinclude planning and decision making, humanresources, leadership styles, and overallorganizational structure.

BU 109: Business Law I (3:3:0)Offers an introduction to business law, contract,agency employment, personal property andsales.

BU 110: Business Law II (3:3:0)Topics covered include the law relating tocommercial practice, partnerships,corporations, insurance, bankruptcy, realproperty, and descendants’ estates. Prerequisite:BU 109.

BU 113: Introduction to Insurance(3:3:0)This is a survey course intended to introducestudents to the basic concepts of insurance.Topics include the nature of risks, types ofinsurance carriers and markets, insurancecontracts and policies, property and casualtycoverage, life and health insurance, andgovernment regulations. The functions of

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underwriting, setting premiums, risk analysis,loss prevention, and financial administration ofcarriers are emphasized. Prerequisite: BU 109.

BU 114: Business Internship (3:3:0)Introduces the student to the actual workperformed in an occupational area of interest.The student will actually perform tasks andresponsibilities at employer facilities under theguidance of the course instructor and otherprofessionals. Prerequisites: BU 106, BU 207and BU 115.

BU 115: Introduction to Business (3:3:0)Offers a general overview of the large corporatetype of business manufacturing enterprise, theindividual proprietorship, and partnership typeof business organization. Topics include thefoundations of business, forms of businessownership, marketing principles, businessfinance, the stock market as well as businessterminology.

BU 116: Cases in Business Management(3:3:0)Devotes time to problem analysis, actual caseproblems, and how these problems could besolved by a manager on the job. Prerequisite:BU 115 and BU 106.

BU 117: Advertising (3:3:0)Focuses on the development of advertisingeconomics and the functions of advertising.Topics include the development ofadvertisements, copy and layout, cost andapplication as well as various media outlets.Prerequisite: BU 207.

BU 118: Professional Selling (3:3:0)Covers the principles of sales with practicalapplications including prospecting, product andservice analysis, meeting objectives,demonstrating, sales psychology, and preparingfor sales presentations.

BU 119: Personal Finance (3:3:0)This course introduces students to the basicprinciples of personal finance. It providescomprehensive coverage of personal financialplanning in the areas of money management,career planning, taxes, consumer credit,housing and other consumer decisions, legalprotection, insurance, investments, retirementplanning, and estate building.

BU 121: Introduction to Business Ethics(3:3:0)This course introduces contemporary andcontroversial ethical issues that face the businesscommunity. Topics include moral reasoning,

moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justiceand fairness, ethical standards, and moraldevelopment. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate anunderstanding of their moral responsibilities andobligations as members of the workforce andsociety.

BU 207: Introduction to Marketing(3:3:0)Introduces students to the activities andprocesses involved in the flow of goods andservices from producers and/or manufacturersto the various types of consumers.

BU 209: Small Business Management(3:3:0)Provides complete coverage of small businessoperations with proper balance betweenbusiness functions and management functions.Topics include how to obtain financing, evaluatea business that is for sale, market a smallbusiness, prepare a business plan as well ashow to recognize business problems anddevelop solutions. Prerequisites: BU 106 or BU115.

BU 210: Organizational Behavior (3:3:0)Provides the student with the theories andconcepts associated with the origin,development, conduct, and growth of bothformal and informal groups and organizationsin the business enterprise.

BU 212: Human Resource Management(3:3:0)Covers the organization and management ofemployees, their procurement and placement,supervision, the improvement of employeeperformance, management and labor relationsas well as the future of human resourcemanagement.

BU 219: Retailing (3:3:0)Includes the principles of understandingsuccessful retailing including the analysis of astore location, equipment and layout,organization of market contracts, selecting,buying and receiving merchandise, and thedevelopment of a retail sales program.

BU 220: Market Research (3:3:0)Covers methods of collecting and interpretingmarketing information with specific attention toproblems in market development, potential, andsales management. Prerequisite: BU 207.

BU 226: Credit & Collections (3:3:0)Covers the type of credit, credit departmentorganization, credit reports and information,

credit risk factors, credit collection procedures,and analysis of financial statements.

BU 227: International Finance (3:3:0)Provides a comprehensive understanding ofinternational finance transactions. Topicsinclude balance of payment problems as a resultof trade barriers; alternative methods ofpayment; export financing and strategicinitiatives to increase foreign capital investmentyields. Prerequisites: AC 104 and BU 233

BU 233: Corporate Finance (3:3:0)Covers principles and practices of businessfinance, economic and financial optimization,investments, cash flows, expansion,reorganization, and liquidation. Prerequisite: AC103 or permission of instructor.

BU 235: Investments (3:3:0)The focus is the basic principles of the stockmarket and how they affect the individual andcorporate investor. Stocks and bonds areexplored as well as other short-term and long-term investment strategies.

BU 242: Labor Relations (3:3:0)Examines how operations and human resourcemanagers should proceed to effectively managelabor relations. Topics include labor laws andregulations, negotiating contracts with unions,and dealing with impasses in collectivebargaining and grievances.

BU 243: Compensation Management(3:3:0)Provides tools for evaluating each job’simportance to the organization. Topics includejob description, job analysis, designing a paystructure, employee benefits, and performanceappraisal information.

BU 244: Employee Selection (3:3:0)Explores the acquisition and deployment ofhuman resources. Encompasses topics such asrecruitment policies and procedures, selectionand interviewing, performance appraisals, andinternal human resource maintenance.

BU 247: Leadership (3:3:0)Provides the student with a comprehensiveunderstanding of the skills and behaviors of highachieving leaders. Topics include the influenceleaders have on organizational culture;leadership traits, styles, and behaviors; andsituation and contingent leadership.

BU 249: Introduction to InternationalBusiness (3:3:0)Designed to familiarize the student with the

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economic, organizational, cultural, andmanagerial aspects of international business.

BU 260: International Business Topics(3:3:0)This advanced international business courseexplores the economic, cultural, organizational,and managerial aspects of business focusingon exploiting the business opportunitiesavailable in an expanding global market. Thestudent will gain a more comprehensiveunderstanding of international business throughcase studies as well as the development of abusiness plan for global ventures. Prerequisite:BU 249.

BU 288: Strategic Management (4:4:0)This capstone course synthesizes the businessskills with the need to successfully manage abusiness enterprise by developing and effectivelyimplementing a sound business strategy.Prerequisites: BU 106, BU 115 and BU 207.

BU 299: Business Leadership Seminar(3:3:0)Links the theoretical underpinnings of businesswith the operations of an actual business. Amentoring relationship will be establishedbetween the student and a business leader. Thestudent will spend three hours per week in thementor’s workplace. In addition to assistingthe student shape career plans in business, thestudent will complete projects under the tutelageof the mentor and college instructor. The studentwill also complete a course project.Prerequisites: Completion of a minimum of 12credits in either accounting or business; a 3.0grade point average or better and permissionof the instructor.

CERAMICSCR 101: Ceramics I (3:3:0)Introduces students to traditional andcontemporary hand-building techniques, suchas pinch, coil and slab. Techniques in glazingand surface decoration will be demonstrated.

CR 102: Ceramics II (3:3:0)Builds on what was mastered in Ceramics I andintroduces the student to the wheel. Projectswill include both hand building and wheeltechniques. Prerequisite: CR 101.

CR 103: Ceramics III (3:3:0)Focuses on both hand building and wheeltechniques to further advance his or her skills.Emphasis is placed on creating work that is notonly technically accomplished, butcommunicates the student’s personal message.Prerequisite: CR 102.

CR 105: Sculptural Ceramics (3:3:0)Investigates the use of clay to create sculpturalforms. Using basic building methods, studentswill be involved with more complex formsrequiring special construction considerations.Students will learn alternative surface treatmentand firing techniques. Prerequisite: CR 101.

CR 106: Ceramic Technologies (3:3:0)A lecture and laboratory course designed toinitiate investigation of basic clay and glazematerials. The nature of clays and therelationship among clay bodies, slips and glazesis explored. Prerequisite: CR 101.

CR 107:Clay Co-op Experience – Gallery(3:0:6)Gives the student practical experience inoperating a gallery. Students will learn all facetsof gallery management, including planning andinstalling exhibitions and marketing and retailingin a craft environment. Students will meet withthe instructor of Craft Business Practices whowill organize the work schedule for the gallery.Students are expected to work four hours a weekfor fifteen weeks in the gallery. Prerequisite: CR102.

CR 108: Clay Co-op Experience – Studio(3:0:6)Focuses on all facets of studio managementincluding how to keep track of inventory, howto maintain and order supplies, and how to runa safe and efficient studio. Students will meetwith the instructor of Ceramics III, who willorganize the work schedule. Students areexpected to work four hours a week for fifteenweeks in the studio. Prerequisites: CR 102,CR 106.

CR 109: Craft Business Practices (3:3:0)Provides students with the opportunity to writetheir own business plans. Specific concernsregarding studio management, marketingresearch, advertising, gaining admission to thecraft market show circuit, how to write a resumeand prepare slide presentations will beaddressed. Prerequisites: CR 103, CR 105.

COMMUNICATIONSCO 101: Introduction to Mass Media(3:3:0)A survey of the growth and development ofmodern mass media including the press, radio,film, television and new media delivery systems.Emphasis is on the relationship between themedia and society.

CO 104: Writing for Television/Radioand New Media (3:3:0)The introduction to the principles and techniquesof written formats commonly used in radio,television and the Internet. Assignments includethe development of the PSA, treatment, rundownsheets, story board and script. Prerequisite: EN101.

CO 114: Video & Digital MediaTechnology I (3:3:0)Offers an overview of basic operation andtheory of video and digital media technology.Instruction includes a combination of lecture,discussion and hands-on learning. Students willplan, produce, edit and direct an elementaryproduction. Corequisite: CO 104.

CO 118: Introduction to AudioProduction (3:2:2:)An intro to the concepts, design and operationof basic audio equipment used in soundrecording, video, film and broadcasting.

CO 202: Media and Entertainment Law(3:3:0)Media and entertainment law provides a broadoverview of law relating to the entertainmentindustries. This course examines basic legalprinciples inherent in radio, television, motionpictures, theatre, and music publishing andsound recording, such as: First Amendment rightof free speech, defamation, obscenity, and thepenumbral rights of privacy and publicity;federal regulation of copyrights, and the transferof such intellectual property rights; and federalregulation of radio and television. Prerequisite:CO 101.

CO 214: Video & Digital MediaTechnology II (3:2:2)Offers technical and practical proficiency intelevision formats such as news, interviews,music and drama. Course will culminate in theproductions of a music video, news cast anddrama production. Prerequisite: CO 114.

CO 239: Communications Internship(3:3:0)Designed to offer students an internshipexperience with local public relations agencies/offices and journalism experience withnewspaper/media companies. Students willwork in an approved public relations ornewspaper/media company for 12-15 hoursper week and perform a variety of workassignments and experiences tailored to teachstudents the basics of public relations andjournalism. Permission of instructor required.

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CO 240: Broadcast Media Internship(3:3:0)Designed to offer students an internship withlocal broadcast media. Students will work withparticipating TV and/or radio stations orcamera/production crew for the equivalent ofat least 12 hours per week. Permission ofinstructor required.

COMPUTER GRAPHICSCG 101: Introduction to ComputerGraphics (3:3:0)Introduces students to the tools of the computerdesign trade. Students will learn in a Macintoshwork environment how to manage software,hardware, fonts, printers, memory and storage.

CG 102: Computer Illustration (3:3:0)Illustration programs make it simple to modifyand combine existing imagery, saving time thatwould be spent doing it by hand. This coursewill focus on Illustrator software. Prerequisites:AR 110, CG 101.

CG 104: Typography (3:3:0)A generalized intro to the art of typography.Students will have the opportunity to work withvarious kinds of type and learn how to use it tomake their graphic design work more consistentand cohesive. The majority of type projects willbe done on the computer.

CG 105: Introduction to DesktopPublishing (3:3:0)Provides students with an intro to desktoppublishing techniques. Working in a Macintoshenvironment and utilizing Quark Xpress andAdobe InDesign, students will become familiarwith the commands and tools necessary forcompleting the publication of documents,including basic layout, text attributes and textediting, graphics, drawing tools, importing textand graphic files, placing and cropping imagefiles.

CG 110: Digital Imaging Techniques(3:3:0)Introduces students to flatbed scanning and thedigital camera, while giving them theopportunity to explore the possibilities of AdobePhotoshop’s filters and editing tools. Projectswill include photo retouching and collage.Prerequisites: CG 101.

CG 112: Introduction to Motion Graphics(3:3:0)Provides students with an understanding of theprinciples of time-based art; sequence,

movement, timing, and narrative. Graphicdesign students will apply their graphicfoundation into the spatial and temporalconditions of two-dimensional design. Studentswill work primarily in industry standard software,where they will control the relationship type andimage in computational form. Traditionalmethods of conceptualization and visual processare emphasized. Extensive computer work isinvolved. Depending on the instructor and time,three-dimensional animation (Form-Z, ElectricImage) may be explored.

CG 113: Graphic Web Design (3:3:0)Intro course in creative designing for the WorldWide Web. Fundamental principles oftypography and composition are explored inaddition to ideas of navigation and technicalweb production. There will be emphasis onlearning the foundations of web basedprograms, visual articulation of idea andgraphic production techniques for webpublishing. Applications such as Dreamweaver,Flash and Photoshop Image Ready will be usedto create dynamic interactive web sites.

CG 114: Digital Photography (3:3:0)This course will provide instruction in basicdigital camera use. Students will learn theprinciples and essentials of digital imagingalong with the elements of art. Students will seekcontent and compositional strategies in theirwork. Students will explore the usage of variousdigital tools and software and their applicationtoward photographic images.

CG 201: Fundamentals of GraphicDesign (3:3:0)Attempts to teach students the graphic designprinciples of concept, process and craft. Anemphasis on the relationship of type and imagein creating meaning, as well as, research andexploration into mechanical production neededin solving and executing design problems. Theassignments given are intended to exposestudents to various aspects of research,visualization, experimentation, production andcritique. This course also examines thefoundation and methodologies of the fine arts(form, composition, color) and its relevance tographic design. Prerequisite: CG 102.

CG 202: Graphic Production (3:3:0)This is a professional practice class for graphicdesign majors. This course emphasizestraditional and computer based methods forguiding publications from the design stage tofinal printing and binding. Attention will befocused on craft, file management, from thepreparation of computer files for output at aservice bureau, to client presentation and prepress issues related to graphic production.Prerequisite: CG 201.

CG 203: Communication Design (3:3:0)Applies the principles established in thefundamentals of Graphic Design course, togenerating a body of work geared towards aprofessional design portfolio in the areas ofposter, publication, packaging and screen-based design. The class is developed forgraphic design students to exercise conceptualand formal skills in producing intelligent(thought through), visual solutions to graphicdesign problems. Students are expected to havea competent level of computer and graphicliteracy. Prerequisite: CG 201

CG 204: Graphic Design Internship(3:3:0)Students will apply the skill sets attained fromthe past three semesters to professional practice.The course is for graphic design majors whohave demonstrated advanced skill levels andhave shown the potential to perform in a workenvironment. The internship will allowadvanced students to gain practical experiencein the field by working in environments such asadvertising agencies, graphic design studios,corporate in-house design departments, or oncampus publication sites. Prerequisite: CG 203.

CG 205: Portfolio Preparation &Presentation (3:3:0)Students will develop a professional portfolioin preparation for entry into the work force.Portfolio presentation and visual/verbalarticulation will be stressed. Students will createa resume and develop a digital and print basedportfolio for critique and suitable forpresentation to a school, client, or job interview.Students will also present a written, as well as,verbal presentation to faculty and/or students.Prerequisite: CG 202.

COMPUTER SCIENCECS 100: Fundamentals ofMicrocomputers (1:1:0)Designed for students with no computerbackground. Topics include introduction tocomputer hardware and software, Windowsoperating system, Internet basics and anoverview of application software. This coursecannot be used as graduation credit.

CS 101: “T” Introduction toMicrocomputers (3:3:0)Designed for students with an understanding ofcomputers. This course will introduce Windowsfile management. Students will work with wordprocessing, spreadsheets and presentationsoftware.

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CS 102: “T” Applications on theMicrocomputer (3:3:0)Covers the more advanced features of wordprocessing and spreadsheets that are notcovered in CS 101 as well as database software.The integration of application software will alsobe covered. Prerequisite: CS 101 or permissionof instructor.

CS 111: Computer Science I (4:4:0)Students will learn the fundamentals ofprogramming in an object-oreinted, three-dimensional interactive animation environment.Students will create animation projects using aspecial software package for creating animationin small virtual worlds using three-dimensionalmodels. Students will obtain a strong core offundamental programming concepts andproblem-solving techniques providing a basisfor further study in a variety of computer relatedfields.

CS 112: Computer Science II (4:4:0)Introduces students to structured programmingand problem solving using an object-orientedprogramming language. Algorithmdevelopment and basic problem solvingtechniques are introduced. Fundamental topicsof computer programming including sequence,selection, repetition, input/output, functions,parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arraysare discussed in detail. Prerequisite: CS 111 orpermission of the instructor.

CS 132: Web Page Development I (4:4:0)Introduces the student to the fundamentalconcepts and techniques used for the designand development of Web pages using HyperText Markup Language (HTML), XHTML,Cascading Styles Sheets, and other multimediaWeb utilities.

CS 170: PC Services & Support (4:4:0)Provides students with the technical training anddiagnostic skills required to support PCtechnology in a multifaceted environmentincluding operating system essentials,troubleshooting, hardware installation andconfiguration, printer diagnostic andtroubleshooting, and an overview of local areanetworks. During hands-on lab instruction,students are teamed in small work groups totake part and rebuild a PC.

CS 175: Core Client Operating System(3:3:0)Students are introduced to the functions andfeatures of installing, configuring andmaintaining Windows as a client operatingsystem. Through hands-on lab instruction,students will learn about installation,

administration of resources, managing andtroubleshooting hardware devices and drivers,network protocols, and security. Prerequisites:This course is restricted to Network Managementor Network Management/Cyber Securitydeclared majors.

CS 210: Database Management (4:4:0)This course introduces students to thefundamentals of databases and data analysis,emphasizing that the key to successful databaseimplementation is in proper design to fit withina larger strategic view of the data environment.Students will learn to analyze and model data(i.e., design), then create and utilize a database.Students will use SQL as a query language,along with other database management tools.The labs, projects and exercises incorporatereal-world business cases to help studentsdevelop database and systems analysis skills.Prerequisite: CS 112.

CS 212: C++ Programming (4:4:0)Emphasizes problem-solving strategies, analysisof algorithms, and the use of simple datastructures to formulate object-oriented solutionsto problems. Topics include construction,inheritance, polymorphism, standard libraries,arrays, pointers and strings. Object-orientedconcepts and terminology will be presented witha focus on using classes for programspecification and design. Students will learn howclasses are declared, defined, used andorganized into coherent designs. Prerequisite:CS 112.

CS 215: Visual Basic Programming(4:4:0)Introduces the student to the standards andconventions of programming the graphical userinterface (GUI). Emphasis will be placed onproper design, placement, and coding ofgraphical features of the interface. Visual Basicwill be utilized to develop GUI design programsand to use simple and array variables, databaseaccess, animation, as well as sequential andrandom file access. Prerequisite: CS 112.

CS 216: Intermediate JAVA Programming(4:4:0)This course is primarily for students majoring inComputer Science and related fields, andcontinues an introduction to the methodologyof programming from an object-orientedperspective. Students will develop programsusing built-in, programmer-created, anddynamic data structures. Sorting and searchalgorithms will be examined to further developunderstanding and skills in Java programming.Topics include inheritance, class hierarchy,polymorphism, and abstract and interface

classes. The course emphasizes good softwareengineering principles and fosteringintermediate programming skills in the contextof a language that supports the object-orientedparadigm. Prerequisite: CS 112.

CS 217: Networking Fundamentals(4:4:0)Covers the fundamentals of network design andimplementation, including cables and devices,widely used network protocols, and features andperformances of network operating systems.The focus is on entry-level network support in amulti-level environment. Prerequisite: CS 175or permission of instructor.

CS 218: Web Page Dynamics (4:4:0)Introduces students to the techniques andmethods used in the design and developmentof a traditional and dynamic web site. Studentswill use web site development tools to createdynamic text, images, rollovers, movies andanimation.

CS 220: Marketing on the Internet(3:3:0)Introduces the student to important strategiesfor marketing products and services on theInternet. Web sites of businesses will be studiedspecifically for understanding what strategies aremost effective in attracting business. Softwareand Internet marketing techniques will be usedto develop more effective Web sites.

CS 222: Intro to Android Programmingin JAVA (4:4:0)This course will introduce beginner andintermediate Java programming students to thedevelopment of applications for Android devicessuch as cell phones and tablet computers.Students will use an Integrated Developmentenvironment such as Eclipse to develop simplejava applications. The class will explore a varietyof development strategies, then exploreconcepts in hands-on laboratory sessions. Eachstudent will complete an applicationdevelopment project independently using a mixof Android services and features. Prerequisite:CS 112.

CS 226: Network InfrastructureImplementation (4:4:0)Prepares the student for installing, configuring,managing and supporting a networkinfrastructure that uses the Microsoft WindowsServer family of products. Prerequisites: CS275.

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CS 228: Active Directory Design &Implementation (4:4:0)Students are introduced to the principles ofActive Directory structure, administration,configuration and maintenance. Prerequisite:CS 275.

CS 229: Linux Installation &Configuration (3:3:0)Prepares the student to configure Linuxcompatible hardware components, select andinstall a Linux distribution and to configure theLinux software system. Prerequisite: CS 170.

CS 233: Networking Hardware andRouting (4:4:0)This course focuses on initial routerconfiguration, IOS software management,routing protocol configuration, TCP/IP, andexplains the principles of routing and the primaryrouting protocols. Prerequisite: CS 217.

CS 234: LAN Switching and Wireless(4:4:0)This course provides a comprehensive,theoretical, and practical approach to learningthe technologies and protocols needed todesign and implement a converged switchednetwork. Students learn about the hierarchicalnetwork design model and how to select devicesfor each layer. The course explains how toconfigure a switch for basic functionalilty andhow to implement Virtual LANs, VTP, and Inter-VLAN routing in a converged network. Thedifferent implementations of Spanning TreeProtocol in a converged network are presented,and students develop the knowledge and skillsnecessary to implement a WLAN in a small-to-medium network. Prerequisite: CS 233.

CS 235: Accessing the WAN, Securityand Troubleshooting (4:4:0)This course examines the WAN technologiesand network services required by convergedapplications in enterprise networks. The courseuses the Cisco Network Architecture to introduceintegrated network services and explains howto select the appropriate devices andtechnologies to meet network requirements.Students learn how to implement and configurecommon data link protocols and how to applyWAN security concepts, principles of traffic,access control, and addressing services. Finally,students learn how to detect, troubleshoot, andcorrect common enterprise networkimplementation issues. Prerequisites: CS 234.

CS 240: Security+ (3:3:0)Provides students with a comprehensiveoverview of network security. The course covers

the general security concepts; communicationsecurity, information security, cryptographybasics, and operational/organizational securityare explored in how it relates to further avenuesof specialization. Prerequisite: CS 217.

CS 241: Computer Forensics (3:3:0)Fundamentals of computer forensics andcybercrime scene analysis including laws,regulations, and international standards; formalmethodology for conducting security incidentinvestigations; categories of electronic evidence.The course includes projects involving digitalforensic tools. Prerequisite: CS 101.

CS 242: Principles of InformationSecurity (3:3:0)Examines the field of information security toprepare information systems students for theirfuture roles as business decision-makers. Abalance of the managerial and technicalaspects of the discipline is presented.Information Security within a real-world contextis included in this course.

CS 275: Core Server Operating System(4:4:0)Prepares the student to install and configureWindows Server to create file, print, Web, andTerminal servers. Through hands-on labinstruction, students will learn about installation,access to resources, managing andtroubleshooting hardware devices and drivers,network protocols, and security. Prerequisites:CS 175.

CS 286: Building an Effective Website(4:4:0)Introduces students to client-server websites thatwill access back-end databases through front-end web based forms. Students will learn howto use database to web gateway software.Students will also use web utilities to create andenhance website layouts. Prerequisites: CS 218and CS 210.

CONSTRUCTIONSUPERVISIONCM 112: Materials & Supply Management(3:3:0)Focus on supply chain management of buildingmaterials including ordering, receiving, storing,inventory turnover, selling and delivery.

CM 114: Management of FieldOperations (3:3:0)This capstone course is an overview of theprinciples of field management including

leadership skills, problem solving, motivationtechniques, communication methods andmanagerial techniques for construction projects.

CM 121: Construction/ArchitecturalDrawings (3:3:0)Students will learn how to read and interpretconstruction drawings for both light and heavyconstruction projects. Topics to be covered willinclude plans, elevations, sections, details andBOM.

CM 126: Industrial Wiring (3:3:0)Learn layout, planning and installation of wiringsystems in industrial facilities.

CM 131: Construction Safety (3:3:0)Students will learn to identify workplace hazardsand unsafe practices, understand safety codesand standards, the role of OSHA and insurancecompanies in safety programs. Basic first aidand CPR are included. Loss preventionprograms are described with particularemphasis on proactivity.

CM 137: Construction Codes (3:3:0)This course introduces national, state and localbuilding codes for residential and commercialbuilding.

CM 204: Construction Specifications(3:3:0)This course will cover the development andorganization of written specifications and theirrelationship to the construction drawings,including the fundamentals of writingspecifications to ensure desired constructionoutcomes. Successful completion of this courseenables students to integrate written constructionspecifications with working constructiondrawings to facilitate the construction progress.

CM 206: Construction Estimating (3:3:0)Students learn the basics of estimating anddevelop skills in material prices extensions,equipment, labor and time requirements relatedto construction projects. Students will developbasic information for the process of bidding aconstruction project using computer software.

CM 214: Project Management:Planning & Scheduling (3:3:0)This course will focus on the planning andscheduling portion of the project life-cycle.Students will learn techniques for planning aproject including identifying resources, assigningcontrols and creating structures. Critical pathmethods will be utilized as well as computersimulation.

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CM 216: Construction Contract & LaborLaw (3:3:0)Learn the legal areas of construction laborcontracts, project contracts NRLB regulations,employment laws, arbitration litigation, benefitsand insurance requirements as related toconstruction labor disputes.

CM 218: Construction Materials &Methods (3:3:0)This course is an overview of constructionmaterials and their methodologies. Learnterminology, materials, properties,manufacturing processes, and constructiontechniques. This course will study methods usedon job-site preparations including materialhandling systems and assembly of materials.Methods studied will include those used onresidential, commercial, and public workprojects.

CM 219: Construction ManagementSeminar (3:3:0)Utilizing actual construction drawings andspecifications, the students will identify andresolve conflicts and omissions within andbetween the subdivisions of the constructiondocumentation, i.e. general construction,electrical, mechanical, etc. The job format willdevelop the necessary skill sets to resolve theissues through interdivision problem solvingand, at times, compromise. This course presentsstudents with relevant construction-relatedproblems during each class. Students worktogether to solve them in a construction jobmeeting format.

ECONOMICSEC 201: “S” Principles ofMacroeconomics (3:3:0)Includes such topics as economic principles,problems and polices; classical economic ideas;money and banking; and performancemeasures of the economic system.

EC 202: “S” Principles ofMicroeconomics (3:3:0)Includes price analysis, income distribution,foreign trade, comparative economic systems,and public utilities, transportation andagriculture.

EARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATIONED 103: Infant/Toddler Curriculum &Development (3:3:0)Study of the growth and development of childrenfrom birth through three, emphasizing theimportance of attachment, guidance,temperament and personality, and providing anurturing and appropriate environment.Prerequisite: PY 115 and ED 106.

ED 105: Introduction to SpecialEducation (3:3:0)An overview of the field of special education,the historical background, and laws governingthe process, with an introduction to the varioustypes of disabilities included in the field.Prerequisite: PY 115 and ED 106.

ED 106: Principles of Early ChildhoodEducation (3:3:0)Acquaints students entering the field of EarlyChildhood Education with the role anddispositions of the teacher, the contributingfactors in quality care and developmentallyappropriate practices, the role and stages ofplay, and the historical foundations andprinciples in educating young children.

ED 201: Math, Science & Technology inEarly Childhood Education (3:3:0)An examination of basic math and scienceconcepts with emphasis on problem-solving andlogical thinking, designing units of study, andusing technology in the classroom. Prerequisite:ED 106 and PY 115.

ED 203: Language Development andEmergent Literacy (3:3:0)A study of language development and methodsfor teaching listening, speaking, emergentreading and writing skills; phonemic awarenessand balanced literacy programs forpreschoolers; activities that enhance languageand literacy development; and strategies thatassist children in acquiring a second language.Prerequisite or corequisite: ED 106 and PY 115.

ED 204: Creative Learning Experiencesin Early Childhood Education (3:3:0)A study of various art and music media leadingto the preparation of integrated lessons andcurricula that foster creativity, active learning,and problem solving through the arts.Prerequisite: ED 106 and PY 115.

ED 205: Preschool ClassroomManagement (3:3:0)An examination of a variety of positive guidancetechniques designed to enhance the preschoolteacher’s ability to effectively manage behaviorand teach social skills and conflict resolution.Prerequisite: ED 106 and PY 115.

ED 209: Child Health, Safety & Nutrition(3:3:0)An exploration of ways to provide a safe,appropriate environment for children, developawareness of children’s health and nutritionalneeds, and collaborate with parents to expandhealth, safety and nutritional information andpractices. Prerequisites: ED 106 and PY 115.

ED 212: Books & Storytelling in EarlyChildhood Education (3:3:0)A survey of children’s books to prepare studentsto select literature for use in early childhoodclassrooms. Includes strategies for designingbalanced and integrated lessons to teachcontent areas. Prerequisites: ED 203, ED 106and PY 115.

ED 218: Teaching Strategies in SpecialEducation (3:3:0)A study of strategies and techniques for workingwith children with disabilities. Focuses on eachcategory of disability covering discipline andguidance, supporting academic and socialachievement, and working effectively withparents and the child study team. Prerequisites:ED 105, ED 106 and PY 115.

ED 290: The Early ChildhoodProfessional (3:3:0)This course focuses on the early childhoodprofession including awareness of value issuesand ethical issues in working with children andtheir families, legal issues, staff relations andthe importance of becoming an advocate forupgrading the profession and improving theservices for children. Capstone - take in finalsemester.

ELEMENTARY/SECONDARY EDUCATIONED 101: Historical Foundations ofEducation (3:3:0)An historical and contemporary study ofeducation theory and the goals and structureof public schools in relation to their socialpurpose.

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ENGINEERINGEG 101: Introduction to Engineering(2:2:0)Introduces the engineering student to a varietyof programs and concepts in various fields ofengineering. The course will deal with basiccomputation techniques, problem solving andexperimentation. Prerequisites: MA 120 or MA121.

EG 102: Graphics (3:2:2)Provides the fundamental principles ofengineering drawing, fundamental principles ofdescriptive geometry, graphical mathematics,and CAD.

EG 103: Introduction to Engineering Lab(2:0:4)A laboratory course complementing EG 101to be taken by engineering students. Studentswill participate in small groups to carry out aseries of basic engineering experiments. Inaddition to the experiments each group will beassigned a specific design and/or reverseengineering project. Prerequisite: MA 120 orMA 121.

EG 121: Digital Electronics for Engineers(3:3:0)The basic concepts in digital electronics will becovered to include binary systems, Boolean,algebra, binary arithmetic, basic logic gates,combinational logic circuits analysis and design,flip-flops, sequential circuits analysis and design,digital to analog and analog to digitalconversions. Completion of a term project willbe required. Prerequisites: MA 120 or MA 121.

EG 122: Electronics for Engineers (3:3:0)The basic concepts in electronics will be coveredto include passive and active electroniccomponents, diodes and transistors, powersupply analysis and design, transistor amplifieranalysis and design, transistor oscillatorsanalysis and design, operational amplifieranalysis and design, and basic integratedcircuits. Completion of a term project will berequired. Prerequisites: MA 120 or MA 121.

EG 201: Statics (2:2:0)Covers vector calculations of forces, moments,and the equilibrium of particles and rigidbodies, centroids and moments of inertia. Co-requisite: MA 130.

EG 202: Dynamics (2:2:0)Covers kinematics and kinetics, the work energyprinciple, impulse and momentum, rigid bodymotion. Prerequisite: EG 201.

EG 211: Introduction to Engineering II(1:1:0)This course covers advanced methods in dataand statistical analysis to produce legible andconcise written reports in some basicengineering case studies. A required final oralpresentation compliments the courserequirement. Prerequisites: MA 120 or MA 121.

EG 212: Introduction to Engineering IILab (1:0:1)This course is the continuation of “Introductionto Engineering Lab I” course (EG 103) in whichresearch based experiments in basicengineering will be performed. CAD programwill be used to design a project and a CNCmachine in addition to a 3-D printer will beused to prototype students’ designs. Prerequisite:EG 103.

ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGYIT 102: CAD I (3:2:2)Offers an introduction to computer aideddrafting using Autodesk software.

IT 105: Blueprint Reading & Sketching(2:2:0)Students learn the technical information andmethods of blueprint construction andinterpretation, sketches and prints that arenecessary to visualize various manufacturingand fabricating processes, and standard draftingtechniques.

IT 107: Electrical Maintenance (3:2:2)Students learn the concepts of DC theory, singlephase AC and three phase AC, ladder diagramsand components found in an industrial electricalcircuit. In the laboratory students will developthe necessary skills to use a meter totroubleshoot an electrical circuit.

IT 111: Electronics (4:3:2) A study of semi-conductor devices andapplications. Diodes, transistors, mosfets, FETTransistors and UJT Transistors, SCR’s and TriAC’s are analyzed. Prerequisite: IT 107 or PI124.

IT 112: Intro to Engineering TechnologyLab (2:0:4)Designed to provide students exposure to adiverse range of applied topics. Robotics,manufacturing, solar power, nuclear decay andshielding, strength of materials andenvironmental projects are the specific modulesconstituting the foundation of the course.

IT 162: Quality Control(3:2:3)Introduces the student to the key national andinternational standards used in qualitymanagement systems. Students learn toevaluate and audit the conformance of businessand manufacturing quality systems to thesemajor standards.

IT 205: Digital Electronics (3:2:2)Provides students with information andexperience on integrated circuits which are usedin analyzing and storing data. Corequisite: MA110.

IT 211: CAD II (3:1:4)Offers intermediate CAD drawing which willinclude working detail and assembly drawingsof machines, machine components, elementarygear and cam design, as well as 3D solidmodels. Prerequisite: IT 102.

IT 212 CAD III (3:1:4)This course emphasizes advanced CADdrawings, 3-D solid models, and renderingwhich incorporates a capstone project. Thiscourse promotes self paced learning andsynthesis of skills previously applied in CAD Iand CAD II. Students will demonstrate masteryand proficiency in Computer Aided Drafting &Design techniques.

IT 218: Programmable Logic Controllers(3:2:2)The Allen Bradley SLC 500 series PLC is usedto provide students with an understanding ofPLC programming. Prerequisite: IT 111Electronics II.

ENGLISHEN 050: Introduction to CollegeReading and English I (6:5:2)Introduction to College Reading and English Iis an intensive developmental course designedto provide students with the foundations neededfor academic reading and writing. In thisintegrated reading and writing course studentsdevelop a range of strategies for readingdifferent kinds of texts and will practice the stagesof the writing process with special focus givento sentence and paragraph organization andstructure. This five credit class meets for sevenhours each week: five hours in a traditionalclassroom and two in the ASL (AcademicSupport Lab).

EN 060: Introduction to CollegeReading and English II (3:3:1)Introduction to College Reading and English IIis an intensive developmental course designed

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to provide students with the foundations neededfor academic reading and writing. In thisintegrated reading and writing course studentscontinue to develop a range of more advancedstrategies for reading different kinds of texts andwill practice the stages of the writing processwith special focus given to paragraph and essaydevelopment, organization and sentencestructure. This three credit class meets for fourhours each week: three hours in a traditionalclassroom and one hour in the ASL (AcademicSupport Lab.) Prerequisite: EN 050 orappropriate score on placement test.

EN 070 English Composition IWorkshop (1:0:2)Prerequisite: Completion of EN 050 or EN 060,and/or appropriate score on the placement test;Co-requisite: Each section of this course is linkedto a single section of English 101. EnglishComposition I Workshop is linked to EnglishComposition I and is designed to enhance thatcourse for students who need support inreading/writing. The course takes place in acomputer lab where students are assisted inthelearning processto improve reading andwriting skills.The combined English CompositionI and English Composition I Workshop sectionsallow students to work on English CompositionI assignments with the guidance of theirinstructor. This one-credit class meets for twohours each week: one hour in a writing lab andone hour in the ASL (Academic Support Lab).

EN 101: “C” English Composition I(3:3:0)To develop and strengthen skills in writingthrough frequent and varied writingassignments. The course emphasizesorganization of material, the structure of theEnglish language, and many of the rhetoricaldevices that are used in persuasive writing.Modern computers are used in the lab portionof EN 101.

EN 102: “C” English Composition II(3:3:0)Provides a continued emphasis on writing skillsin the critical explication of papers on poetry,short story, and drama with literary genres alsoproviding the basis of a critical literary researchproject. Prerequisite: EN 101 with passinggrade of C or better.

EN 103: “C” Technical Writing (3:3:0)Students will focus on aspects of technicalcommunication both written and oral. Thiswriting course will provide students with the basicskills and techniques necessary to write clearreports, proposals, abstracts, summaries,specifications and research documents, as well

as delivering oral presentations. Prerequisite:EN 101.

EN 201: “H” British Literature I (3:3:0)A survey of the development of British literaturefrom the Anglo-Saxon period through theRestoration as reflected in the major literaryworks. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 202: “H” British Literature II (3:3:0)A survey of the development of British literaturefrom the late 18th century through WWI asreflected in the major literary works.Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 204: Business Communication(3:3:0)Offers a study of the fundamental principles ofbusiness letter and report writing in order toprepare the student to write effectively in thebusiness environment. Prerequisite: EN 101.

EN 205: “H” Masterpieces of WesternLiterature I (3:3:0)Offers selected readings in Western Literaturefrom ancient times to the Renaissance. Thiscourse focuses on relationships between literaryworks and their cultural backgrounds andexamines relevance of each work tocontemporary life. Students will apply criticalthinking and writing skills developed in EN 102.Prerequisite: EN 102

EN 206: “H” Masterpieces of WesternLiterature II (3:3:0)Offers selected readings in western literaturefrom the Renaissance to the late 20th century.This course focuses on relationships betweenliterary works and their cultural and historicalbackgrounds and examines relevance of eachwork to contemporary life. Students will applycritical thinking and writing skills developed inEN 102. Prerequisite: EN 102

EN 208: “H/D” Images of Women inLiterature (3:3:0)A course in which selected fiction, drama, poetryand prose are read and discussed and theimages of women analyzed in relation to thecultural and historical background of the periodin which they appear. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 209: “H” American Literature I(3:3:0)A survey of the development of AmericanLiterature from the Colonial Period to the CivilWar. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 210: “H” American Literature II(3:3:0)A survey of American Literature from the CivilWar to the present. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 215: “H/D”African-AmericanLiterature (3:3:0)This course focuses on either a genrepresentation of literary contributions by African-American writers or on the African-Americansearch for identity as reflected in the African-American novel. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 216: Creative Writing (3:3:0)Designed to teach students how to write poetryand fiction. Basic techniques are studied andthe work of professional writers is analyzed.Prerequisite: EN 101.

EN 219: “H” Modern AmericanLiterature (3:3:0)A survey course of American literature from1945 until the end of the century – the post-World War II period to the beginning of theMillennium. This course will examine thewritings of the major literary figures whosewriting reflected the times and influenced theminds of the American public in the areas ofshort story, poetry, and drama. Prerequisite:EN 102.

EN 221: “H” Short Story (3:3:0)This course offers a historical and/or thematicapproach to the study of selected short stories,with emphasis on form, theory, andinterpretation. Short stories are studied as aunique genre; students engage in advancedcritical thinking and practice advanced writingskills initiated in EN 102. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 222: “H” Drama (3:3:0)Offers reading and discussion of plays selectedfor a historical survey of drama or for an in-depth examination of a particular period,movement, or playwright. Students are able topractice advanced writing and critical thinkingskills initiated in EN 102. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 223: “H” Poetry (3:3:0)Offers a historical or thematic approach to thestudy of selected poems with emphasis on forms,theories and interpretations. Prerequisite: EN102.

EN 224: Introduction to the Bible asLiterature (3:3:0)Focuses on the literary artistry of the Biblicalwriters with a critical consideration of variousgenre forms. Prerequisite: EN 102.

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EN 225: “H/D” Introduction to LatinoLiterature (3:3:0)Designed to introduce students to a particularand important genre. The course intends to havethe student survey and gain an appreciation ofLatino novels, plays, poetry, and short storiesby reading works that are timeless andimportant. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 231: Journalism/News Writing I(4:4:0)An introduction to news media which providesan overall study of communication processesand their relation to news media includingnewspapers, magazines, radio television andthe Internet. News and feature writing areemphasis. Students work to create content forthe campus student newspaper. Prerequisite: EN101.

EN 232: Journalism/Writing forElectronic Media (4:4:0)Offers advanced news writing, editing andstructure including straight news, investigativereporting, feature and editorial writing and othernewspaper development and productiontechniques. Students work to create content forthe online student newspaper. Prerequisite: EN231.

EN 241: Publication Layout & Design(3:3:0)This class introduces students to the theoriesand practices of designing various forms ofmedia. Students will learn how to use computersand programs necessary to create newspapersand a basic news website. In doing so, studentswill learn how to prioritize and organize the newsin several different forms. Prerequisite: EN 101.

EN 242: Advanced Publication Layout &Design (3:3:0)This class capitalizes on the skills studentslearned in EN 241 and introduces them to newtechniques and methods of publication layoutand design. Students will continue to learnabout newspaper and website design andmaintenance, but will also learn new skillsincluding magazine layout and design and theincorporation of audio and video files to newswebsites. Students will also learn how to usetechnology to improve existing publications andwebsites. Prerequisite: EN 241.

EN 256: “H” Film and Literature (3:3:0)This is a course in the history and developmentof literature and film covering a wide selectionof plays, novels and films by playwrights,novelists and directors. The course will includelectures and discussions on historical, social,political, philosophical, and literary

developments; the narrative structures in plays,novels and films; the differences between textand film; film genres and critical theories; andthe influence of literature and philosophy onfilm. Prerequisite: EN 102.

EN 280: Shakespeare (3:3:0)From Page to Stage: a study of the GlobeTheatre and of representative Shakespearianplays supplemented by student productions ofscenes from those plays. Prerequisite: EN 102.

ENGLISH AS A SECONDLANGUAGEThese courses cannot be used forgraduation creditEL 010: Listening & Speaking I (3:3:0)This introductory level course providesinstruction in basic academic listening andspeaking skills. Students practice listening formain ideas and specific information, identifyingstressed words and reductions, getting meaningfrom context, and speaking in many simple role-playing situations. (Students must possess abasic understanding of English to enter thiscourse).

EL 015: Reading and Writing I (3:3:1)This course provides instruction to basicacademic reading and writing skills. Studentspractice identifying simple main ideas,classifying and organizing primary information,preparing short summaries, and using contextclues to identify vocabulary meaning. Studentswill also practice writing simple topic sentences,placing written information in a logical order,using brainstorming and free-writing techniquesto generate ideas, and creating short writtenoutlines. (Students must possess a basicunderstanding of English to enter this course).

EL 020: Listening & Speaking II (3:3:0)This low-intermediate to intermediate levelcourse builds upon the listening and speakingskills introduced in EL 010. Students practicelistening to academic lectures, taking effectivenotes, using intonation to understand meaning,distinguishing between vocabulary words withsimilar pronunciation, and communicatingthrough debate and discussion. Prerequisite: EL010 or appropriate score on placement test.

EL 025: Reading and Writing II (3:3:1)This course provides instruction in lowintermediate reading and writing skills. Studentspractice scanning written material for importantinformation, skimming for main ideas,predicting reading content, understandingconclusions, making inferences, distinguishingfacts from opinions, and reviewing vocabulary

meaning. Students will also practice writing topicsentences of increased complexity, arrangingwritten ideas in order of importance, editing andproofreading text for clarity, writing concludingsentences, adding details to a paragraph, andmaking comparisons.

EL 030: Listening and Speaking III(3:3:1)This high-intermediate level course builds uponthe listening and speaking skills presented in EL020. Students practice accurately pronouncingEnglish words, using various spoken expressionsand phrases, discussing main ideas inconversations, using “tag” questions to ask forinformation, and inferring meaning from spokencontext clues.

EL 035: Reading and Writing III (3:3:1)This course provides instruction in high-intermediate reading and writing skills. It focuseson identifying main ideas; skimming andscanning written materials for information;defining vocabulary through the identificationof word parts, such as synonyms, antonyms, andcontext clues; identifying supporting details;predicting events in a reading passage;identifying relationships between and withinsentences and paragraphs; and understandingfigurative language. There is an emphasis ondeveloping proficiency with the variety of stylesfound in academic writing. Students will practicecreating effective topic sentences; editingparagraphs and essays for coherence, unity, andorganization; writing about cause/effect andcomparison/contrast relationships; usingquotations, paraphrasing, and sensory detailsto support opinions; and editing for coherence.

EL 040: Listening and Speaking IV(3:3:1)This advanced level course is the culminationof the ESL listening and speaking curriculum.Successful completion of this course enablesstudents to better comprehend college-levellistening and speaking tasks. Students practiceparticipating in discussions and debates, makingspeeches, using idiomatic expressions, andutilizing voice intonation and inflection.

EL 045: Reading and Writing IV (3:3:1)This advanced level course is the culminationof the ESL Reading curriculum. Successfulcompletion of this course enables students tobetter comprehend college level reading tasks.Students practice using vocabulary in context;recognizing main ideas; identifying supportingdetails; and understanding relationships thatinvolve addition, time, examples, comparison,contrast, and cause/effect. In addition, studentswill be better able to accomplish college-level

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writing tasks by practicing the application ofcomplex punctuation and grammar skills;developing reasoned paragraphs and essays;and eliminating sentence errors such asfragments, run-ons, and comma splices.

FOREIGN LANGUAGEFR 101: “H” Elementary French I (3:3:0)Offers students with no previous knowledge ofFrench an introduction to the French languageand culture, including practice in listening,speaking, reading and writing. This course usesthe “French in Action” program, which iscomprised of ½ hour video programs to presenteach lesson, followed by intensive work in alaboratory manual with audio cassettes andextended interaction in the classroom.

FR 102: “H” Elementary French II(3:3:0)Continues introducing the basics of the Frenchlanguage and culture. The course stressespractice in listening, speaking, reading andwriting. Students increase their culturalawareness effortlessly by watching the authenticvideos that accompany each lesson.Prerequisite: FR 101.

FR 201: “H/D” Intermediate French I(3:3:0)Continues the development of proficiency inunderstanding, speaking, reading and writingFrench and understanding of the French culturewith an international emphasis. The coursestresses practice in listening, speaking, readingand writing. Prerequisite: FR 102.

FR 202: “H/D” Intermediate French II(3:3:0)Offers the development of further proficiencyin understanding, speaking, reading and writingFrench and understanding of the French cultureon an international level. This course stressespractice in listening, speaking, reading andwriting. Prerequisite: FR 201.

LI 101: “H” Elementary Italian I (3:3:0)Offers students with no previous knowledge ofItalian an introduction to Italian language andculture. Introductory speaking, listening, readingand writing skills as well as basic grammaticalstructures will be introduced. Additionally,students will develop an understanding andappreciation of Italian customs and culture,geography and history.

LI 102: “H” Elementary Italian II (3:3:0)Students will continue to develop the skillsacquired through Italian I. Students will further

their exploration of Italian customs and culture.In addition, students will be introduced to Italianliterature through selected readings.Prerequisite: LI 101.

LS 101: “H” Elementary Spanish I (3:3:0)Offers students with no previous knowledge ofSpanish an introduction to the Spanish languageand culture with an emphasis on oral proficiencyin the language. The audio-visual program“Destinos” is used in all Spanish courses.Introductory speaking, listening, reading andwriting skills as well as basic grammaticalstructures of the Spanish language will beintroduced.

LS 102: “H” Elementary Spanish II(3:3:0)Offers students a continuation of thedevelopment of Spanish language skills coveredin Spanish 101. Additional cultural informationwill be provided. Continued oral proficiency inSpanish will be emphasized. Prerequisites: LS101.

LS 104: Conversational Spanish (3:3:0)Offers students with no previous knowledge ofSpanish an introduction to beginningconversational Spanish with practice in basiclistening, speaking, reading and writing.Spanish culture will also be introduced.

LS 201: “H/D” Intermediate Spanish I(3:3:0)Offers the development of greater facility inlistening, speaking, reading and writing skills inthe Spanish language. More complexgrammatical structures will be introduced.Spanish culture will be emphasized.Prerequisite: LS 102.

LS 202: “H/D” Intermediate Spanish II(3:3:0)Offers a continuation of more complex Spanishlanguage skills than were presented in Spanish201. Additional cultural information will beprovided. Further development of oralproficiency in the Spanish language will beemphasized. Prerequisite: LS 201.

FRESHMAN SEMINARFS 100: Academic Solution Building(3:3:0)Designed to provide students with the examplesand practices they need to better define how“theory” can be translated into real worldexperiences and success. This course examineslanguage acquisition techniques including theuse of exemplars and prototypes in concept

formation; reasoning (deductive/inductive);listening skills; critical thinking skills utilizingpeers, mentors, tutors, and support staff tofacilitate and integrate what is being taught inthe classroom and how students translate thatinformation into useful models that will workfor the student.

FS 101: College Success Seminar (1:1:0)Provides incoming students the opportunity toacquire academic survival skills and to developcritical thinking skills for success in college.

FS 102: Career Development (3:3:0)Designed to provide students with an awarenessof career issues, personal values, objectives andan informative realistic approach to obtainingwork.

FS 103: Learning Strategies (3:3:0)Designed to provide students with the skillsneeded to increase their chances of having asuccessful college experience.

FS 104: Science, Technology, Engineering& Mathematics Seminar (1:1:0)STEM seminar provides incoming students theopportunity to acquire academic survival skills,develop analytical and critical thinking skills,and develop an awareness of STEM relatedissues and career options in a variety of STEMmajors.

FS 110: Freshman Seminar (3:3:0)Prepares students to utilize academic survivalskills, discover and affirm individual values andcareer goals and assists students in becomingorganized, self-aware, motivated and successoriented. This seminar provides a uniquelypersonal and interactive component whereinstudents become involved in participatorystructured activities as a hands-on approachand application of the principles set forth inlectures, presentations and reading materials.

FS 111: Freshman Seminar: Leadershipand Service Learning (3:3:0)This course will begin with traditional freshmanseminar focus on academic success includingtransitioning to college, time management,learning styles, communication, and criticalthinking. It will then proceed to make studentsaware of the tenets of leadership and personaland group leadership skills, with developmentof an awareness of their own leadership profile.

FS 200: Re-entering the Workforce(1:1:0)Re-entering the Workforce is designed to assiststudents in acquiring the skills and knowledge

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needed to seek employment. It will provide thestudent with necessary information aboutlocating, obtaining, and keeping a job. Thecourse will employ a four-part approach inpreparing the student to participate in aneffective job search. The topic areas coveredinclude: 1) Resume development and/orupdate, cover letter preparation and supportingwritten materials; 2) Job search strategies; 3)Develop interview skills; and 4) Job keepingskills. There are no course prerequisites and isoffered as Pass/Fail only.

GEOGRAPHYGE 101: “S/D” World RegionalGeography (3:3:0)A geographical analysis of the major culturalregions of the world, emphasizing the political,religious and environmental properties of eachregion.

GE 102: “S/D” Cultural Geography(3:3:0)An analysis of the spatial patterning of humansand their activities, focusing on populationmovements through time and the developmentof different cultural regions.

GE 103: Physical Geography (3:3:0)An introduction to the physical processes onearth, including climate, landforms, soils,vegetation and water features.

GE 110: “D” Cultural Geography ofNorth America (3:3:0)An analysis of the spatial patterning of humansand their activities, focusing on populationmovements and the political, religious andenvironmental properties of the major culturalregions of North America.

HEALTH SCIENCEHS 101: Elements of Healthcare Careers(3:3:0)This course will introduce a broad variety ofhealth care professions. This program willexpose students of all levels to the followinghealth occupation clusters: administrative,diagnostic, environmental service, informationservice/technical, and therapeutic. Elements ofHealth Care Careers will allow students todevelop skills and information literacy throughcritical-thinking activities, teamwork,collaboration, and a hands-on approach tolearning. Career exploration will be pursuedthrough field trips or guest speakers, and careerassessments.

HS 103: Medical Terminology (2:2:0)The study of anatomical structures, bodysystems, medical processes and procedures.The basic purpose of the course is to providethe student with a working knowledge of medicalvocabulary.

HS 104 Introduction to HealthInformation Technology (3:3:0)Introduces the student to the aspect of takinghealth data and presenting it as information.Focus will be on the concepts of health datathat include data elements, data sets, datadictionaries, data quality management and theusages of health data. Governmentalrequirements for data reporting will be reviewed.Data analysis that results in application ofinformation will be emphasized. Basics of healthrecords, format, and documentation will alsobe discussed. Students will receive instructionon qualitative and quantitative analysis andabstraction with the opportunity to practice fromactual health records in the lab. Chartmanagement software will be incorporated intothis course for the student to use in the lab.

HS 105: Introduction to AthleticTraining (2:2:3)This course is designed as an initial experiencefor students considering a career in athletictraining. Students will be introduced to variousdomains, competencies, and proficienciesrelated to athletic training. An in-depth look atthe field of athletic training and the requirementsof athletic training programs will be discussed.An observational field experience is required.

HS 109: Holistic Health (3:3:0)This survey course investigates the nature ofstress, physiology of stress, ancient healingconcepts and modern healing theory. Studentsexperience a variety of complementaryinterventions such as journaling, meditation,progressive relaxation, imagery, yoga,therapeutic touch, as well as music, art, breathand humor therapy.

HS 112: Dynamics of Health & Fitness(3:3:0)A theory based study of exercise and its effectson humans. Topics investigated are lifestyleissues in wellness including cardiovascularfunction, weight management and nutrition,strength, flexibility, stress management andmanagement and principles of exercising.

HS 115: Basic Nutrition (3:3:0)Provides an introduction to the science ofnutrition as it relates to cellular metabolism,digestion, absorption and assimilation ofnutrients.

HS 117: Home Health Aide (4:3:0)The (HHA) course is for students to learn howto care for clients who are suffering from chronicillnesses or cognitive and developmentaldisabilities living at home and require assistancewith their activities of daily living. The HHA worksunder the direct observation of a RegisteredNurse or Case Manager. This course consistsof 45 hours of theory content, 7 hours oflaboratory skills and 9 hours of clinicalexperience in the home care environment.Students who successfully complete the coursewill receive a certificate of completion throughthe New Jersey Board of Nursing.

HS 140: Legal and Ethical Issues inHealthcare (3:3:0)This course will provide an overview of the legaland ethical principles needed for health careworkers to give competent and compassionatecare to clients. Legal and Ethical Issues in HealthCare will allow students to develop skills andinformation literacy through critical-thinkingactivities, teamwork, collaboration, and ahands-on approach to learning.

HS 145: Exercise Science I (3:3:0)This course provides the student with afoundation of exercise science. This foundationincludes the following: history and philosophy,careers, professional organizations,certifications, sub-disciplines, research methods,and professional issues.

HS 218: Preventions & Care of AthleticInjuries (3:3:0)This class provides an examination of currentpractices and procedures in the basic pathology,prevention and care of athletic injuries. Thelaboratory experience exposes students towound care, padding, and the art and scienceof athletic injury taping. An observational clinicalfield experience will be required. Prerequisite:BI 106.

HS 245: Exercise Science II (3:3:0)In this course, the student will learn the basicprinciples of exercise science. The followingareas will be examined: human adaptations tostrength and cardiovascular training, musculardevelopment, skeletal and neural componentsof force production, as well as the acutevariables of resistance and cardiovasculartraining program design. Prerequisite: HS 145.

HISTORYHI 101: “Y” Western Civilization I (3:3:0)A survey of the major movements and ideas inwestern history through the 1500’s.

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HI 102: “Y” Western Civilization II(3:3:0)A survey of the major movements and ideas inwestern history from the 1500’s through thecontemporary era.

HI 103: “Y/D” World History & Culture I(3:3:0)An interdisciplinary and comparative study ofmajor non-European civilizations from theearliest times to 1800.

HI 104: “Y/D” World History andCulture II (3:3:0)An interdisciplinary and comparative study ofmajor non-European civilizations from the1800s to the present.

HI 112: “Y/D” African Civilization I(3:3:0)This course is a survey of sub-Saharan AfricanCivilizations prior to the advent of Europeancolonization. Geographic coverage includes theNile Valley, Easter Africa and the horn of Africa,Southern Africa, Central Africa, and West Africa.Civilizations surveyed include Nubia, Ethiopia,the Swahili, Mali, Songhay, Benin, Ghana,Kanem-Bornu, Zimbabwe, Kongo, and others.

HI 113: “Y/D” Latin American History(3:3:0)This course will examine the history of LatinAmerica beginning with the rise of its ancient,indigenous civilizations through thecontemporary democratic period. The class isdesigned to provide an analysis of theinstitutions, events and issues that have shapedthe nations of the region. Current events willalso be discussed on a frequent basis.

HI 115: Introduction to Genocide Studies(3:3:0)An analysis of the concept of genocide in itsmodern application and a survey of severalexamples. Included are historical and currentcircumstances, rationales and myths, the roleof the state, and strategies for preventinggenocide.

HI 116: Holocaust (3:3:0)This course will examine the constellation offorces that created the conditions culminatingin the Holocaust. Particular attention will begiven to the historical development of anti-Semitism, the components of Nazi ideology, thenature of totalitarianism and the significanceof myths. Finally, this course will evaluate therole of Bystanders, Collaborators and Rescuers.

HI 201: “Y” United States History I(3:3:0)A survey of the political, economic, intellectual,social, and cultural history of the United Statesthrough the Civil War.

HI 202: “Y” United States History II(3:3:0)A survey of the political, economic, intellectual,social, and cultural history of the United Statesfrom the Reconstruction period to the present.

HI 205: Civil War & Reconstruction(3:3:0)A survey of the political, military, and socialhistory of the Antebellum, Civil War, andReconstruction periods.

HI 206: History of AmericanImmigration (3:3:0)An analysis of the social, political, economic,and cultural aspects of American immigrationfrom the colonial period to the present.

HI 208: “Y/D” African American History(3:3:0)A survey of the political, economic, social andcultural history of African-Americans from the17th century to the present.

HI 225: 20th Century American Culture(3:3:0)A historical study of 20th century Americanculture, particularly popular music, film, theatre,and television, and the relationship betweenthese media and the political, social and culturalvalues of U.S. society.

JUSTICE STUDIESCJ 102: Criminology & Penology (3:3:0)A systematic survey of the nature and extent ofcrime, the factors related to criminal behavior,theories of treatment and practice, and thefunctions of the correctional system.

CJ 103: Introduction to Private Security(3:3:0)An examination of the policies, practices andprocedures of institutional security methods,security issues, and the professionalization ofprivate security.

CJ 104: Criminal Law (3:3:0)A comprehensive study and evaluation of thepurpose of criminal law, statutory definitions ofcrimes, and criminal law responsibility.

CJ 111: Introduction to ConstitutionalLaw (3:0:0)Provides an overview of the important Articlesand Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Theprimary focus will emphasize civil rights andindividual liberties, with special emphasis on thefirst, fourth, fifth, sixth, eighth, and fourteenthAmendments.

CJ 115: Diversity Issues in CriminalJustice (3:3:0)A critical examination of race, gender and otherdiversity issues in the development, organizationand operation of the U.S. criminal justice system.

CJ 120: Cybercrime (3:3:0)Provides a broad overview of informationsecurity and introduces the student to the history,terminology, concepts and management oftechnology security and cybercrimes in anincreasingly interconnected digital world.

CJ 130 Introduction to EmergencyManagement (3:3:0)Provides an overview of the fundamentalplanning requirements for emergencymanagement of various hazards includingterrorism, floods, hurricanes and other naturaldisasters.

CJ 141: Criminal Justice Leadership:Theory & Practice (3:3:0)An academic approach to the concepts andtheory in the study of supervision and leadershipas they relate to individuals, groups, leadersand organizations.

CJ 201: Police Role in the Community(3:3:0)An analysis of the philosophical and historicalrole of a police presence, the rights of individualcitizens, and the policies, procedures, andpractices of police agencies in the community.

CJ 202: Police Organization &Administration (3:3:0)An examination and comparative analysis ofthe nature of police organizations and therelated concepts of leadership andadministration.

CJ 203: Police and Youth CrimePrevention & Control (3:3:0)A study of various theories of juveniledelinquency and the role of social institutionsand agencies in preventing and responding toyouth crime.

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CJ 204: Police Patrol Administration(3:3:0)A comprehensive study of the factors influencingthe determination of patrol strength anddistribution of the patrol force, including existingpatrol practices in various police departments.

CJ 205: Criminal Investigation (3:3:0)An examination of the techniques of criminalinvestigation and investigative strategies inconjunction with legal responsibilities andcontrols that govern police investigations.

CJ 206: Terrorism (3:3:0)A survey of domestic and international terrorismin historical and comparative contexts. Emphasisis on defining types of terrorism, motivation forterrorism, the role of ideology, and threatsagainst democratic processes.

CJ 207: The Administration of Justice(3:3:0)An examination of the manner in which thecriminal justice system operates in U.S. society—from initial incident to final disposition.

CJ 209: Criminalistics (3:3:0)A descriptive presentation of forensic sciencepractices, focusing on how enforcementpractitioners examine crime scenes to identify,collect and preserve physical evidence.

CJ 210: Juvenile Delinquency (3:3:0)A survey of the theories of juvenile delinquencywith emphasis on the biological, psychological,and sociological factors involved. Includes astudy of trends in the prevention, treatment, andrehabilitation of delinquents.

CJ 211: Institutional Treatment of theOffender (3:3:0)A survey of the historical and contemporarytreatment of convicted offenders in various typesof correctional institutions.

CJ 212: Principles of CorrectionalOperations (3:3:0)An introduction to the practices and policiesgoverning correctional systems and an analysisof the theory and practice of correctionalprograms.

CJ 213: Criminal Psychopathology (3:3:0)An application of contemporary theories of andtreatments for criminal psychopathologicalbehavior. Prerequisite: PY 101 or permission ofthe instructor.

CJ 214: Correctional Counseling &Interviewing (3:3:0)An overview of the theories and interviewingmethods used for counseling in a variety ofcorrectional settings. Prerequisite: PY 101 orpermission of the instructor.

CJ 215: Criminal Justice Field Work(3:3:0)Supervised field experience in a range ofagencies related to law enforcement.Prerequisite: CJ 207 or permission of theinstructor.

CJ 216: Crime Analysis & Mapping (3:3:0)Overview of and hands-on experience indetermining the significant features of crimepattern analysis including mapping and theinterpretation of data.

CJ 218: Victimology (3:3:0)A study of victimization, including therelationships between victims and offenders, theinteractions between victims and the criminaljustice system, and the connections betweenvictims and other societal groups andinstitutions.

CJ 220: Introduction to Youth, Gangs &Violence (3:3:0)A study of causes and consequences of youthviolence and gang behavior in the United States.The course will explore community serviceprograms and gang activities.

MATHEMATICSMA 004: Module 4 Completion (0:1:0)This course emphasizes solving adding,subtracting, multiplying, and dividing wholenumbers and decimals; basic geometry witharea and perimeter of squares, rectangles,triangles; area and perimeter of circles.Multiplying and dividing fractions and mixednumbers; adding and subtracting fractions andmixed numbers with common and uncommondenominators. Ratios, proportions, percent’s,and simple interest; adding, subtracting,multiplying, dividing real numbers; and theintroduction to solving equations with onevariable. This course cannot be used forgraduation credit.

MA 009: Module 4 Completion (0:1:0)This course emphasizes adding, subtracting,multiplying, and dividing real numbers,polynomials, rational expressions, and radicalexpressions; solving first degree equations,simple inequalities, literal equations, quadratic

equations, rational equations, systems ofequations, and radical equations; factoringpolynomials; graphing linear equations andsystems of equations. This course cannot beused for graduation credit.

MA 091: Mathematics and BeginningAlgebra (3:0:6)This course emphasizes adding, subtracting,multiplying, and dividing real numbers,polynomials, rational expressions, and radicalexpressions; solving first degree equations,literal equations, simple inequalities, quadraticequations, rational equations, and systems ofequations; factoring polynomials; graphinglinear equations and systems of equations.

MA 094: Fundamentals of Algebra(3:0:6)This course emphasizes adding, subtracting,multiplying, and dividing real numbers,polynomials, rational expressions, and radicalexpressions; solving first degree equations,literal equations, simple inequalities, quadraticequations, rational equations, and systems ofequations; factoring polynomials; graphinglinear equations and systems of equations. Thiscourse cannot be used for graduation credit.Prerequisite: MA 091 or appropriate score onplacement test.

MA 109: “M” Principles of Mathematics(3:3:0)A problem solving approach will be used toexplore set theory, logic, probability, statistics,mathematical systems, numeration systems, andgeometric concepts. This course is designedfor the non-math/science major. Prerequisite:MA 091.

MA 110: “M” College Algebra (3:3:0)Topics include polynomial, rational, otheralgebraic functions; complex number system;exponential and logarithmic functions; andproperties and graphs of functions. This courseis designed for students who may continue inmath, science, technology or business relatedfields. Prerequisite: MA 094.

MA 111: Discrete Mathematics (4:4:0)Discrete Mathematics is designed to meet theneeds not only of students majoring in computerscience but of wider audience, especiallystudents in mathematics and science. The courseprovides tools for formal reasoning as well asproviding an early look at the connectionsbetween mathematics and computer scienceand the applications they generate. Topicsinclude counting rules, prepositional and first-order logic, set theory, functions (with an

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emphasis on recursive functions), basicequivalence relations, algorithms, proofs,graphs and trees. An introduction to booleanalgebra and switching circuits is included.Prerequisite: MA 110.

MA 115: “M” Mathematical Structures &Algorithms (3:3:0)A problem solving approach will be used toexplore fundamental concepts of variousnumeration systems; operations on naturalnumbers, whole numbers, and integers; numbertheory; fraction models and operations; the realnumber system; patterns and functions. Thiscourse is appropriate for early childhood andelementary education majors. Prerequisite: MA091.

MA 120: “M” College Trigonometry(3:3:0)A continuation of MA 110. Topics includeangular measure, trigonometric functions,identities and equations, curve sketching,inverse trigonometric functions, applications onright triangles, oblique triangles, vectors,complex numbers, polar coordinates, and conicsections. This course is designed for studentswho may continue in math, science, technologyor business related fields. Prerequisite: MA110 .

MA 121: “M” Precalculus Mathematics(4:4:0)Topics include polynomial, rational, exponential,logarithmic and trigonometric functions, thecomplex number system, and conic sections.Precalculus is designed to prepare students forCalculus I. MA 121 is equivalent to MA 110and MA 120.

MA 130: “M” Calculus I (4:4:0)Topics include limits; continuity; anddifferentiation techniques for algebraic,trigonometric, and transcendental functions.The definite integral and the antiderivative arelinked by the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.Numerical methods such as Newton’s methodas well as trapezoidal and Simpson’s rule.Theory is augmented by applications from avariety of disciplines. Prerequisite: MA 120 orMA 121.

MA 140: “M” Calculus II (4:4:0)A continuation of MA 130. Topics include afurther development of exponential andlogarithmic functions, inverse trigonometricfunctions, hyperbolic and inverse hyperbolicfunctions; integration techniques; indeterminantforms, L’Hospital’s rule and improper integrals;and infinite sequence and series. Theory is

augmented by applications from a variety ofdisciplines. Prerequisite: MA 130

MA 205: “M” Statistics I (3:3:0)An introduction to statistical reasoning coveringdescription of sample data, probability,sampling, special probability distributions,estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesistesting, correlation and regression. Prerequisite:MA 091.

MA 206: “M” Statistics II (3:3:0)Provides additional statistical research tools andtechniques. Topics include testing the differencebetween means, variances, and proportions; f-test; chi-squared test; ANOVA; linear andmultiple regression; correlation; and non-parametric tests. Statistical tests will be presentedin the context of basic research techniques.Prerequisite: MA 205

MA 208: Linear Algebra (4:4:0)Stresses the interplay between computationaltechniques, abstract concepts, and applications.Topics include linear systems, matrices,determinants, vectors, vector spaces,eigenvalues, inner products, diagonalization,and transformations. Some finite and numericalcomputer science topics are also addressed.Prerequisite: MA 140. MA 210 isrecommended.

MA 210: Calculus III (4:4:0)A continuation of MA 140. Topics include areview of infinite series, conic sections,parametric equations, polar coordinate systemand equations, vector valued functions,functions of several variables, partial anddirectional derivatives, and multiple integration.Theory is augmented by applications from avariety of disciplines. Prerequisite: MA 140

MA 220: Differential Equations (4:4:0)Topics include first-order differential equations,higher order linear equations with constant andvariable coefficients, solutions by infinite series,Laplace transforms and numerical methods.Other topics include existence and uniquenesstheorems, phase plane and equilibrium pointsas well as modeling real world problems byusing differential equations. Prerequisite: MA210.

MUSICMU 101: “H” Music Appreciation (3:3:0)Offers a survey of the literature, historical period,elements and forms of music with emphasis onlistening and the relationship of music to generalcultural development. Students will be expectedto go on a field trip to a musical concert.

MU 102: Fundamentals of Music (3:3:0)Provides an intro to the basic language of music.It covers the fundamental interrelationship ofmelody, harmony and rhythm through acombination of instruction and simulated studioexperience.

MU 103: Music Theory I (2:2:0)Offers a detailed integrative study of the auraland visual aspects of writing and performingmusic. Prerequisite: MU 102 or divisionexamination or audition.

MU 104: Music Theory II (2:2:0)A continuation of Music Theory I, offers furtherexploration of the aural aspects of writing andperforming music. Prerequisite: MU 103 or bydivision examination or audition.

MU 105: “H/D” World Music (3:3:0)This course explores the ways that music is bothshaped by and gives shape to the culturalsettings in which it is performed, throughstudying selected musical traditions from aroundthe world. Specific compositions will beexamined closely through listening, analysis,and hands-on instruction. The syllabus centerson weekly listening assignments and readingsfrom a textbook with CDs, supplemented bylecture/demonstrations and concerts by mastermusicians from around the world.

MU 106, 107, 212, 213: College Chorus I,II, III, and IV (1:0:2)Provides an opportunity for those who enjoysinging. No experience necessary. The choralensemble performs two major concerts per yearas well as off-campus appearances.

MU 108, 109, 208, 209: Concert Band I,II, III, & IV (1:0:2)Acceptance by audition is required for allstudents who want to rehearse and performstandard and contemporary concert bandliterature and observe rehearsal methods andtechniques. Interpretation, phrasing andmusicianship are taught. Performances atconcerts are required.

MU 110, 111, 210, 211: Jazz Ensemble I, II,III, IV (1:0:1)Offers group or individual instruction intechnique and interpretation for musicians, eachcourse requiring an increase in skill level.Admission by audition or permission ofinstructor.

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MU 112, 113: Ear Training & Sight SingingI and II (2:2:0)Develops the techniques of singing at sight,solfeggio, and taking dictation. The sightsinging goal is to look at a score of music andbe able to hear it in your mind and sing it outloud. The dictation goal is to listen to musicand write it down in musical notation. Thecourse will focus on the study of melody,harmony, and rhythm for both Sight Singing andEar Training. Prerequisite for MU 112: MU 102;Corequisite: MU 103. Prerequisite for MU 113:MU 112; Corequisite: MU 104.

MU 114: “H” History of Music (3:3:0)A study of world music from antiquity throughthe 20th century concentrating on socioculturalinfluences, function of music, style andperformance practice from Western and EasternEuropean countries, Latin America and UnitedStates. Music for voices and instruments will bestudied and the composers who wrote the music.

MU 115 “D”: History of Jazz & PopularMusic (3:3:0)A survey of jazz in the 20th century with emphasisupon the major styles and the major artists.Popular song styles of the 20th century from avariety of idioms: Tin Pan Alley, jazz, blues, Latin,folk, country, pop, rock, film, etc. Musicliterature is approached through recordings, liveperformance and appropriate reading.

MU 116, 117, 216, 217: Small Ensemble I,II, III, & IV (1:0:1)This course is open to all students who readmusic and can play strings, brass, woodwinds,percussion, guitar, bass, piano or drums. Thiscourse includes the rehearsal and performanceof classical, contemporary pop and commercialstyles: jazz and rock fusion, rhythm and blues,soul, folk, urban styles, country and Latin.Performances at concerts are required.

MU 118, 119, 218, 219: Gospel Choir(1:0:2)The Gospel Choir is an introduction to thegospel genre with its solid African roots whichutilizes a call and response melodic approach.We also incorporate the Western traditions ofharmony and lyrics as musical expressions of apeople who survived slavery and the post-reconstruction era. European music wastransformed into a purely American indigenousform giving rise to the blues and jazz forms ofthe 30s and 40s. This course is open to allstudents who enjoy singing and will enable themto better understand and appreciate theaesthetics of gospel music.

MU 120: Class Piano (1:0:2)This is an introductory course open to anystudent who has had no formal piano/keyboardtraining. Students will perform alone and ingroups, interpret basic musical notation, defineand use fundamental musical terms, discuss thevarious stylistic periods of musical history, andlisten to and evaluate performances by peersas well as recorded performances byprofessional musicians.

MU 146: Music of the Theatre (3:3:0)Covers a variety of musical styles through ahistorical perspective, focusing on music intheatre productions and its psychological effects,both subliminal and intended, on audiences.Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

MU 150-273: Applied Music I. II, III, IV(1:0:1)Offers group or individual instruction intechnique and interpretation for voice orinstrument, each course requiring an increasein skill level.

MU 180: Applied Composition (1:0:2)This course is designed for students who seekthe opportunity to create original musiccompositions. In addition to developingcompositional abilities, experiences will includethe development of skills needed to analyze andevaluate music. Students will continue to exploremusic’s relationship with other disciplines andits impact on culture, and development of abilityto perform/record/present/discuss originalcompositions.

MU 205: Music Theory III (3:3:0)A continuation of Music Theory II, offers furtherexploration of the written aspects of performingmusic. Upon successful completion of thiscourse, the student should be able to: analyzeand discuss the different components that makeup the written form of music; with accuracy, writedistinct pieces of music demonstration standardforms, either historical or contemporary.Prerequisite: MU 104 or by division examination

MU 206: Music Theory IV (3:3:0)A continuation of Music Theory III, offersworkshop style participation, culminating in thecomposition of a complete piece of Music.Upon successful completion of this course, thestudent should be able to: compose, write andconduct/perform an original composition forselected instrument(s). Pieces to be publiclyperformed and written music critiqued.Prerequisite: MU 205 of by division examination.

MU 214: MIDI & Recording I (3:3:0)MIDI, the acronym for Musical Instrument DigitalInterface, is one of the newest and most excitingareas of the modern recording industry. MIDIis the electronic marriage of music andcomputer technology and is a revolutionaryevent in the history of music composition,recording and arranging. MIDI specifically, usesthree components: computer software, and acontroller. The students will learn to recordmusic using this equipment in two ways: step-recording and real time playing.

NURSINGNU 107: LPN Transition Course (4:4:0)Designed to differentiate the scope of practiceof the RN from LPN. The conceptual frameworkand philosophy of the Cumberland CountyCollege Nursing Program are introduced, andexercises applying major concepts provide abasis for the nurse in transition. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Nursing Program.

NU 108: Medical Dosage & Calculations(1:1:0)Designed to enable student nurses and otherhealth professionals to correctly calculateproblems involved in medication preparation.

NU 112: Intro to Nursing Success (1:1:0)Designed to introduce the student to teachingand learning skills required for a concept based,student centered curriculum based onperformance and reflection. The student will beintroduced to a concept based curriculum,develop academic survival skills, discover andaffirm individual values and career goalsthrough reflective journaling, and use reflectivejournaling to become organized, self-aware,motivated, and success oriented. This seminarprovides a uniquely personal and interactivecomponent wherein students become involvedin participatory structured activities as a hands-on approach and application of the principlesset forth in theory, presentations and readingmaterials. There is a strong emphasis on studyskills, to include concept mapping and testtaking strategies for higher level learning.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the NursingProgram.

NU 113: Concepts in Nursing Practice I(7:3:12)This course is the foundation for all remainingcourses in the program. In this course studentswill explore the conceptual threads encounteredthroughout nursing practice. Focus will be onthe concepts related to health across thelifespan. Integrated throughout this course willbe the foundations of the nursing knowledge,

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skills and attitudes for high quality, safe care.Lab will focus on normal physical assessmentof the infant, child, adult and older adult aswell as basic clinical skills. Demonstration andreturn demonstration, as well as simulationexercises will be employed. Clinical focus onoutpatient health environments such as adultday care, senior centers, school nursing, childcare sites and well care sites. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Nursing Program.

NU 114: Concepts in Nursing Practice II(7:5:1)Students will building upon the concepts learnedin NU 110. The meaning of health for childrenand adults and their families when at risk for orfaced with physiological and psychologicalalterations in their health is explored. Lab willconsist of skills, physical assessment andcommunication skills necessary to care forhumans with alterations in health.Demonstrations and simulation exercises will beemployed. Students will rotate through threespecialty areas to gain the knowledge, skills,and attitudes necessary to provide safe, qualitynursing care to diverse clients in health careenvironment settings. The acute care settingswill include a long term care unit, medicalsurgical unit, a pediatric unit, and a psychiatricunit. QSEN concepts will be integratedthroughout the course. Prerequisite: Acceptanceinto the Nursing Program.

NU 115: Introduction to PhysicalAssessment (3:3:0)Provides a foundation to assist the student todevelop and practice the skills used in healthassessment of adults. Health history taking,physical examination skills and health promotiontechniques will be studied and practiced. Thestudent will analyze and interpret the dataobtained from the history and physicalexamination. Prerequisite: Acceptance into theNursing Program.

NU 208: Pharmacology (3:3:0)This course is an overview of Pharmacology andwill include aspects of pharmacokinetic,pharmacodynamics, pharmacognosy andpharmacotherapeutics, classifications ofmedications, legal and ethical principlesregarding clinical drug trials and the FDAapproval process will be covered. A specialemphasis will be placed on culture, ethnic andage related considerations. This course willprovide an understanding of the role ofpharmacology in health care.

NU 209: Nursing Concepts in GlobalHealth & Diversity (1:1:0)Students will explore the concepts of diversity,community based nursing practice, and global

health. The effects of the family, cultures,societies, and the environment on health willbe investigated. Students will gain theknowledge, skills, and attitudes to care forculturally diverse families, and communitiesthrough service learning field study in areas suchas group homes, rehabilitation centers, dialysisunits, faith-based centers (parish nursing),clinics, and inpatient and outpatient treatmentcenters for addictions. (Students may be ableto choose from a list of available sites.) Studentswill also participate in community healthinitiatives such as health fairs, flu andimmunization clinics, soup kitchens, migranthealth care, etc. to complete Service Learningfield experiences. Prerequisite: Acceptance intothe Nursing Program.

NU 210: Concepts in Nursing Practice III(10:6:12)In this course, students will build upon theconcepts learned in NU 111. The meaning ofhealth for children and adults and their familieswhen at risk for or faced with multiple orconcurrent physiological and psychologicalalterations in their health is explored. Studentswill rotate through three specialty areas to gainthe knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessaryto provide safe, quality nursing care to diverseclients in health care environment settings. Theacute care settings will include a medicalsurgical unit, an OB unit, and a psychiatric unit.QSEN concepts will be integrated throughoutthe course. Prerequisite: Acceptance into theNursing Program.

NU 211: Concepts of Nursing Practice IV(10:6:12)This course will incorporate all conceptspreviously learned with a focus on preparingthe student for entry into practice. Students willalso explore the meaning of health at times ofdisaster and at the end of life. Clinicalexperiences will include rotations through criticalcare units, emergency departments, andhospice. This course will focus on theknowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary fornursing students entering the practiceenvironments, as well as for the care of clientsin acute crisis and at the end of life. Honorstudents will have the privilege of selecting apreceptorship with a practicing RN in a clinicalsetting. QSEN concepts will be integratedthroughout the course. Prerequisite: Acceptanceinto the Nursing Program.

NU 212: Concepts of Leadership inHealth Care Systems (2:2:0)This seminar course will focus on theknowledge, skills and attitudes to work withinthe micro and macro environments of the healthcare system. The focus is on preparing the

student for entry level leadership roles inpractice. Students will explore the meaning ofmicro and macro health environments, and theimpact they can have on the health care deliverysystem. A 15 hour leadership practicum in ahealth care system is required. QSEN conceptswill be integrated throughout the course.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the NursingProgram.

PN 101: Foundations of PracticalNursing Practice (7:6:8)Foundations of Practical Nursing Practiceinclude an introduction to nursing theory, legaland ethical concepts, cultural influences onhealth care, technical skills and clinicalcomponents. Concurrent lab and clinicalexperiences facilitate the application of theoryto the principles of client assessment andmanagement of care. Using the concepts ofprofessionalism, holism, nursing process,optimal functioning and community basedpractice, students will provide basic care toselected adult clients who require nursingsupport. Prerequisite: Acceptance into theNursing Program.

PN 102: Medical Surgical PracticalNursing (7:6:8)Medical Surgical Practical Nursing builds on PN101 to include application of human Biologyinto the concepts of pathophysiology, technicalskills and clinical components. Concurrent laband clinical experiences facilitate the applicationof theory to the principles of client assessmentand management of care. Using the conceptsof professionalism, holism, nursing process,optimal functioning and community basedpractice; students will provide medical surgicalcare to selected adult clients in long term careand acute care facilities. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Nursing Program.

PN 103: Advanced Concepts in PracticalNursing (2:3:11)Advanced concepts in practical nursing is acapstone course that will allow the student tointegrate theory, lab skills and clinicalexperiences in the care of the acute care medicalsurgical patient. Concurrent skill lab and clinicalexperiences facilitate the application of theoryto the principles of client assessment andmanagement of care for the acute medicalsurgical patient. Using the concepts ofprofessionalism, holism, nursing process,optimal functioning and community basedpractice, students will provide basic care toselected acute care medical surgical clients whorequire nursing support. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Nursing Program.

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PN 104: Family-Centered PracticalNursing Practice (5:6:8)Family Centered Practical Nursing Practiceincludes theory, lab skill and clinical experiencesto explore the care of women during all phasesof pregnancy, and the newborn to age eight,focusing on the application of theory to theprinciples of family centered nursing care. Inaddition, this course will explore areas wheresocial problems impact the members within thefamily at all developmental stages. The learnerwill become aware of the causes, symptomstreatments and long term effects of stress,substance abuse and emotional crisis on thefamily members. Concurrent lab and clinicalexperiences facilitate the application of theoryto the principles of client assessment andmanagement of care. Using the concepts ofprofessionalism, holism, nursing process,optimal functioning and community basedpractice, students will provide basic care toselected adult, newborn and pediatric clientswho require nursing support. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Nursing Program.

OFFICEADMINISTRATIONOA 101: Keyboarding Skills (3:3:0)Introduces the student to all functions of thecomputer keyboard. Topics included areformatting letters and other documents as wellas keyboarding business items with accuracy.

OA 102: Word Processing Skills (3:3:0)Teaches the student to use Microsoft Wordinstalled on IBM-compatible computers. Topicsincluded are performing the basic operationsof creating and editing documents andformatting and saving relevant data.

OA 109: Medical Office Practice (3:3:0)Introduces the student to the inner workings ofa medical office environment. Topics includeconversion of medical procedures and diseasesto CPT or other number codes, medicaltranscription, and basic medical terminology.

OA 110: Introduction to HealthInformation Management (3:3:0)Introduces the student to the development andcontent of medical records in healthcaresettings. Topics include an overview of thehealthcare delivery system, career opportunities,legal aspects and an overview of coding andreimbursement in the healthcare field.

OA 111: Health Records in AlternativeSettings (3:3:0)Provides instruction regarding the developmentand retention of health records in ambulatorycare, long-term care, home health care, andmental facilities. Licensure and accreditationstandards will be covered.

OA 212: Medical Coding (3:3:0)Topics include the basic theory and constructsof medical coding in both the medical officeand hospital environments and the logic andsubstance of medical coding. The student willdevelop competency in converting medicaldiagnostics and procedures into appropriatemedical codes.

OA 217: Medical Office Accounting(3:3:0)Topics include maintenance of computer-basedfinancial records, processing Medicare andinsurance payment forms, depositing receipts,preparing the budget, and financial analysis ina medical office environment.

OA 219: Administrative OfficeManagement (3:3:0)Teaches the student to utilize computertechnology to increase office effectiveness,implement office procedures and practices,process written and electronic communications,plan meetings as well as complete otherpertinent administrative tasks.

OA 222: Medical Office Internship (3:3:0)Working under the direction of the courseinstructor and a medical office mentor, thestudent will gain practical experience in amedical office learning actual medical officeprocedures and protocols. Permission ofinstructor.

OA 299: Office Administration Seminar(3:3:0)This capstone course focuses on solvingproblems typically found in administrative officesutilizing administrative and informationtechnology skills acquired in previous courses.Students will diagnose administrative officeproblems and develop strategies to solve theseproblems using case studies.

ORNAMENTALHORTICULTUREOH 103: Plant Science (4:3:3)Designed to familiarize the student with thefactors that limit plant growth such as light,

water, temperature and nutrients. Studentsidentify the horticulture relationships of plantsto botanical anatomy and function.

OH 104: Plant Propagation (3:2:3)Acquaints the student with the techniques andfacilities needed for plant propagation in thegreenhouse and nursery industry.

OH 106: Plant Materials (3:2:3)Emphasizes identification and characteristics ofmany of the native and cultivated plants usedin landscape designs.

OH 108: Herbaceous Plants (3:2:3)Emphasizes the identification of many annual,biennial and perennial herbaceous plants andtheir usage in design layouts.

OH 109: Internship (1:0:13)Students will apply knowledge they gained inclass work to “real world” situations. The studentis expected to present a journal of their workexperience for grading.

OH 121: Floral Design I (3:2:2)Introduces the student to the basic principlesand elements of floral design, the mechanicsof floral design and proper care and handlingof fresh cut flowers.

OH 122: Floral Design II (3:2:2)Designed to expand the knowledge base andcreative perception that was established in floralDesign I. Students create a variety of floraldesigns for United States holidays. Advanceddesign techniques such as Oriental, European,and Contemporary designs are introduced.

OH 130: Identification of Interior Plants(3:3:0)Acquaints the student with the identification offoliage and tropical plants. Students explorethe usage of foliage plants in interior designlayouts and become familiar with themaintenance requirements for successful growthof these plants.

OH 201: Introduction to Soil Science(4:3:3)Acquaints the student with soil concepts, plantnutrients, and their influence on plant growth.Emphasis will also be placed on soil testing,nutrient deficiency symptoms, and fertilizerrequirements.

OH 202: Landscape Design (4:3:3)Offers an introduction to landscape compositionfor the private home and small industry.

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Students use drafting equipment to prepare alandscape design and learn the criteria fordeveloping informal residential landscapes.

OH 203: Turfgrass Management (3:2:3)Designed to introduce students to the principlesand practical applications of turfgrassmanagement. The methodology ofestablishment and renovation of turfgrass plotsare explored with emphasis on plant selection,fertilization programs, irrigation systems andpesticide applications.

OH 204: Greenhouse Management(4:3:3)Covers all aspects of the greenhouse businessincluding construction, heating, cooling, andventilation of a modern greenhouse facility.

OH 206: Landscape Construction (2:0:4)Introduces students to the planning andimplementation of landscape constructionprojects. Emphasis is placed on buildingprojects that are safe, have functional purposes,and are long lasting.

OH 208: Nursery Production (3:2:3)This course is designed to introduce students tothe principles and practices of nurseryproduction. Students will be exposed to thewide array of propagation facilities availablefor the success of producing woody plants fromseed, cutting, layering, grafting, and micropropagation. Students will also study theeconomic aspects of operating a commercialnursery. Prerequisite: OH 106.

PARALEGAL STUDIESPL 101: Introduction to the LegalSystem (3:3:0)An overview of the American legal system andthe jurisdiction of the federal and state courtswith an introduction to areas of the law includingconstitutional law, criminal law, civil law, andlegal ethics.

PL 104: Introduction to Legal Research& Writing (3:3:0)An introduction to basic legal research andwriting including manual and computerizedresearch skills and the writing of legaldocuments. Corequisites: EN 101 and PL 101.

PL 105: Civil Litigation (3:3:0)Specialized training for the paralegal assistingan attorney in civil litigation covering initialinterviews through trial, with a focus on casemanagement, discovery, and pleadings.Prerequisite: PL 101 and PL 104.

PL 107: Paralegal Field Experience (1:1:2)Internship in a legal environment designed forstudents with little or no practical experience ina law office or business environment.Corequisite: PL 101.

PL 200: Immigration Law (3:3:0)This course explores the immigration andnaturalization process in the United Statesproviding a basic understanding of immigrationhistory and the differences between citizenship,naturalization, and green card status. Thestudent will learn the procedures for obtainingimmigrant and non-immigrant visas; family,work, and humanitarian visas; and changingvisa status. The course will examine appeals,deportation, and removal requirements.Prerequisite: PL 101.

PL 203: Mechanics of PropertyTransactions (3:3:0)The study of New Jersey real estate transactionsfocusing on the preparation and review ofdocuments including listing agreements,contracts for sale, deeds, mortgages, HUD-1and closing forms. Corequisites: BU 109 andPL 101.

PL 205: Principles of Family Law (3:3:0)An examination of the substantive andprocedural areas of domestic relations lawincluding divorce, separation, custody,legitimacy, adoption, change of name,guardianship, and support. Prerequisite: PL 101.

PL 206: Administration of Estates(3:3:0)A study of the disposition of property throughthe preparation and execution of wills, trusts,and estates; focusing on will drafting, probate,administration, and state and federal taximplications. Prerequisites: PL 101.

PL 208: Legal Office Management(3:3:0)A study of the management techniquesnecessary to operate a law office emphasizinghuman resource issues, billing, timekeeping,and file management with discussion of theethical considerations applicable to theparalegal and the law office. Prerequisite: PL101.

PL 210: Practicum (3:1:6)Internship experience for the paralegal studentrequiring completion of paralegal assignmentsin an approved and supervised legalenvironment. Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor.

PL 221: Advanced Legal Research &Writing (3:3:0)In-depth study of advanced legal researchtechniques emphasizing computerized researchand legal writing including trial memoranda,motions with briefs, and appellate briefs.Prerequisites: PL 104 and EN 101.

PHILOSOPHYPH 101: “H” Introduction to Philosophy(3:3:0)Offers a general intro to the nature ofphilosophical thinking and an examination ofphilosophical problems arising from the issuesof contemporary life with particular attentiongiven to the ways by which the outstandingphilosophers have dealt with the same problem.

PH 102: “H” Introduction to Ethics(3:3:0)Offers a general intro to the study of ethics byexploring various moral theories and the waysin which those theories are justified. In addition,the student will examine some of the ethicalproblems confronting contemporary society.

PH 201: Greek and MedievalPhilosophical Thought (3:3:0)Considers philosophies in the history of WesternCivilization and traces the development ofphilosophy in ancient and medieval times.Prerequisite: PH 101.

PH 202: Modern Philosophical Thought(3:3:0)Considers philosophical ideas from theRenaissance to the nineteenth century.Prerequisite: PH 101.

PHYSICAL EDUCATIONPE 101: Tennis (1:0:2)Designed primarily for the beginning player.This course covers the basic rules of the gameas well as the student’s development offundamental body movements of tennisincluding the serve, forehand, and backhand.

PE 103: Personal Fitness (1:0:2)Designed to increase one’s awareness of theirpresent level of fitness. This course covers avariety of topics including muscular strength,flexibility, nutrition, injury prevention and exercisemyths.

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PE 105: Fencing (1:0:2)Will provide the student with a knowledge basein the historic art of offense and defense withthe sword. This course will provide the learnerwith the basics of Foil, Epee and Sabre Fencing.

PE 106: Aerobics (1:0:2)Provides the student with the opportunity to learnand experience the benefits of regularcardiovascular exercise in a controlledenvironment. This course will also enhance theindividual’s awareness of his or her own physicalabilities through a complete fitness assessment.

PE 114: Core Strength Conditioning(1:0:2)A strength and conditioning exercise programthat uses the latest trends in fitness to strengthenthe abdominal and back muscles of the body(the body core).

PE 115: Life Wellness Management(1:0:2)A physical education course designed to helpstudents develop individual strategies to achievetotal wellness, mind and body balance as wellas to make better choices for a healthy life. Thecourse will focus on weight management, eatinghabits, relaxation practices and exercise.

PE 116: Yo-Ball Lates (2:0:2)Y-Ball-Lates combines three exercise methods(Yoga, Resista Ball and Pilates) for an efficienttotal body workout.

POLITICAL SCIENCEPS 201: “S” American FederalGovernment (3:3:0)A study of the basic principles of government atthe national level: the Constitution, the structureand function of the various branches ofgovernment, political parties, interest groups,civil liberties, civil rights, and responsibilities ofcitizenship.

PS 203: “S” State and LocalGovernment (3:3:0)A study of the basic principles and functions ofgovernment at the state and local level, withspecial attention to New Jersey.

PSYCHOLOGYPY 101: “S” General Psychology (3:3:0)An introduction to the study of behaviorincluding the principles of learning, thinking,and perceiving; emotion, motivation andpersonality development; and the biologicalbasis of behavior.

PY 102: “S” Child Psychology (3:3:0)A survey of the psychological and socialdevelopment of the child with emphasis placedupon the formation of attitudes, group processesand structure, and the relationship of thedeveloping individual to sociocultural systems.Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 115: Child Development & Learning(3:3:0)An overview of child development from birththrough age eight. Examines the work of majortheorists and the relationship betweendevelopment, learning, and educating youngchildren.

PY 201: Psychology of Adjustment(3:3:0)A study of the dynamics of personal adjustment,including the processes of enculturation,development of motivation and self-concept,and learning methods and styles. PrerequisitePY 101.

PY 202: Understanding AddictiveBehavior (3:3:0)An exploration of the signs, symptoms, andcauses of addictive behavior. The focus is onaddiction as a disease and its effects on theindividual and family, in addition to a discussionof the support systems for those affected byaddictions. Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 204: Psychology of Adolescence(3:3:0)A study of the physical, social and emotionalgrowth of the adolescent. Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 205: Psychopharmacology (3:3:0)This course is an overview of pharmacology inrelationship to addictions and their effect onthe human body. Alcohol and drugs of abuseand addiction and how they affect behavior willbe examined and the classification ofmedications. Legal and ethical principlesregarding clinical drug trials and the FDAapproval process and legalities of drugtrafficking will be covered. Emphasis is on acuteand chronic effects; reversible and irreversibleconsequences, functional disorders of thenervous system; neurobehavioral dysfunctionsand other multi-sided aspects of addiction. Aspecial emphasis will be placed on culture,ethnic and age related considerations. Thiscourse will provide an understanding of the roleof pharmacology in the counseling field.Prerequisite: PY 202.

PY 206: Industrial & OrganizationalPsychology (3:3:0)The application of psychological principles andtechniques in business and industrial settings,focusing on morale, motivation,communication, leadership, and groupdynamics. Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 207: “S” Human Growth &Development (3:3:0)A study of the major milestones in humandevelopment from infancy through the agingprocess as these stages are defined in oursociety. Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 208: Aging & Mental Health (3:3:0)An exploration of the topics of psychologicalaging with a focus on cognitive processes,personality development, and adjustment in theelderly. Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 209: Abnormal Psychology (3:3:0)An examination of the nature, causes,classification, diagnosis, and treatment ofabnormal behavior. Prerequisite: PY 101.

PY 213: Educational Psychology (3:3:0)Applies the principles of psychology to theteaching and learning process. Topics includehuman development, individual and culturaldifferences, learning theories, motivation andassessment. Prerequisites: PY 101 and ED 101.

PY 214: Human Exceptionality (3:3:0)Designed to develop students’ awareness andunderstanding of individuals with exceptionalneeds. Particular attention is given to theevolving field of special education. Prerequisite:PY 101.

PUBLICADMINISTRATIONPA 101: Introduction to PublicAdministration (3:3:0)An examination of the relationships betweengovernment and business, and contemporarytheories of leadership practices and principles.

PA 103: Introduction to CivicEngagement (3:3:0)An examination of citizenship, communityservice public civility and social change throughpublic service and critical relection. Focused onthe work of developing citizens who have thecapacity to engage in the public service neededto create and sustain healthy communities.

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PA 200: Public Budgeting & GrantWriting (3:3:0)This course provides an introduction to thefundamentals of various types of budgeting andgrant writing techniques. Prerequisite: PA 101.

PA 219: Planning and Administration ofMunicipal Services (3:3:0)This course analyzes the evolution of the localgovernment system including the differencesbetween city, township and municipalities.Students will examine the organization ofmunicipal government, with its council,committees and staff, and the associated issueswith particular attention to those that are paidversus elected.

PA 220: Rural and Urban CommunityDevelopment (3:3:0)This course provides the student with anoverview of community-based developmentprinciples and concepts. Local economy andeconimic development and role of localgovernment in the local economy will beanalyzed.

PA 221: Leadership in PublicAdministration (3:3:0)This course provides the student with anoverview of what constitutes a leadership visionand how to construct one. Students learn howto frame and define a problem; and evaluateOrganization, Leadership and MotivationalTheories.

PA 222: Public Administration CapstoneExperience (3:3:0)This course provides the student with theopportunity to create a solution to a currentpublic problem. Students will identify andevaluate the impact of their proposed solutionon societal, group and individual values; reflecton barriers that will hinder acceptance of theirsolution; upon completion of their projecct,students will present their project to theappropriate audience.

PUBLIC RELATIONSPR 105: Introduction to Public Relations(3:3:0)An introduction to public relations focusing onthe values-driven management of relationships.The course examines how organizations canethically and systematically build productive,mutually beneficial relationships with groups ofpeople to influence an organization’s success.News release writing and media relationshipbuilding is emphasized. Prerequisites: CO 101.

PR 106: Special Events Planning &Management (3:3:0)The purpose of this course is to acquire an in-depth knowledge about the specialized field of“event management” and to become familiarwith management techniques and strategiesrequired for sucessful planning, promotion,implementation and evaluation of specialevents. Prerequisite: PR 105.

RADIOGRAPHYRT 100: Radiography Theory & ClinicalRemediation (2:1:3)Provides individualized classroom andlaboratory instruction. The course is availableto students who have been unable tosuccessfully complete Radiography Programcourse corequisites.

RT 101: Introduction to RadiologicScience (3:2:3)Students are oriented to the organization ofhospitals and are introduced to the role of theradiographer within the organizational structure.The course includes an introduction to medicalterminology, film processing, professional ethics,legal responsibilities and Radiographyprofessionalism. Provides basic concepts ofPatient Care. Routine and emergency patientprocedures and infection control will bedescribed. The role of the radiographer inpatient education will be identified. The role ofhuman diversity in understanding patients andpersonnel is discussed. Prerequisite: Acceptanceinto the Radiography Program.

RT 102: Radiographic Procedures (3:2:3)Using lectures and audiovisuals, basicradiographic positioning, anatomy, andterminology used for procedures of the chest,abdomen, and extremities are presented.Laboratory sessions are used for demonstrationand for student participation in the simulationof the procedures. Prerequisite: Acceptance intothe Radiography Program.

RT 103: Clinical Practicum & FilmEvaluation I (2:0:16)Students are assigned to the RadiologyDepartment of a clinical education center forpractical application of the informationpresented in the corequisite courses.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the RadiographyProgram.

RT 104: Radiographic Exposure I (2:2:0)Introduces the student radiographer to theprinciples of x-ray production and the evolutionof medical imaging. Emphasis will be placed

on the primary factors needed to produce aradiograph and their effect on image quality.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the RadiographyProgram.

RT 106: Radiographic Exposure II(2:2:0)This course will concentrate on the equipmentin use within a Radiology Department and itsrelationship to the photographic and geometricproperties of an image. Prerequisite: Acceptanceinto the Radiography Program.

RT 107: Radiographic Procedures II(3:2:3)Basic radiographic positioning, anatomy, andterminology used for procedures of the vertebralcolumn, bony thorax, urinary and digestivesystem are presented. This course also focuseson contrast media and its use in radiographyof the body systems. Prerequisite: Acceptanceinto the Radiography Program.

RT 110: Clinical Practicum & FilmEvaluation II (2:0:16)Students are assigned to the RadiologyDepartment of a clinical education center forpractical application of the informationpresented in the prerequisite courses.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the RadiographyProgram.

RT 111: Clinical Practicum & FilmEvaluation III (2:0:40)Students are assigned to the RadiologyDepartment of a clinical education center forpractical application of the informationpresented in the prerequisite courses.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the RadiographyProgram.

RT 121: Radiation Protection & Biology(3:3:0)This course provides an overview of theprinciples of the interaction of Radiation withliving systems. Factors affecting biologicalresponse are discussed as well as theresponsibilities of the radiographer for patientpersonnel and public safety. Radiation Healthand Safety requirements are incorporated.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the RadiographyProgram.

RT 201: Radiographic Procedures III(3:2:2)The course content will focus on the projectionsand positioning used for radiography of thecranium. Laboratory sessions are designed todemonstrate the basic positions and technicalfactors for procedures as they are described in

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lectures and audiovisuals. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Radiography Program.

RT 202: Clinical Practicum & FilmEvaluation IV (3:0:24)Students are assigned to the RadiologyDepartment of a clinical education center forpractical experience. Prerequisite: Acceptanceinto the Radiography Program.

RT 205: Radiographic Procedures IV(3:3:0)Using lecture, radiographs, and audiovisuals,the basic procedures and equipment used forpediatric patients, mammography, vascular, andneurological imaging are presented. Studentsare introduced to the imaging and therapeuticmodalities of computerized tomography, nuclearmedicine, ultrasound, radiation therapy, andmagnetic resonance. Prerequisite: Acceptanceinto the Radiography Program.

RT 206: Clinical Practicum & FilmEvaluation V (3:0:24)Students are assigned to the RadiologyDepartment of a clinical education center forpractical application of the informationpresented in the prerequisite and corequisitecourses. Students will observe and assist inangiographic and interventional proceduresunder direct supervision of a qualifiedradiographer. Prerequisite: Acceptance into theRadiography Program.

RT 210: Clinical Practicum & FilmEvaluation VI (2:1:32)This course serves as the capstone course forthe program. Students will prepare for the ARRTexamination and will perform terminalcompetency examinations. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Radiography Program.

RT 220: Equipment Operation &Maintenance I (2:2:0)This course will provide the student with a reviewof atomic structure and an understanding ofelectricity as it applies to radiographicequipment and the production of x-rays. Theinteractions between x-ray and matter and therelationship between x-radiation, the patient andimage formation will be stressed. Prerequisite:Acceptance into the Radiography Program.

RT 221: Equipment Operation &Maintenance II (2:2:0)The content of this course is designed toestablish a knowledge base in Radiographic,Fluoroscopic, Mobile, Tomographic andElectronic imaging equipment. The content willalso provide a basic knowledge of Quality

Control. Prerequisite: Acceptance into theRadiography Program.

READINGRD 070: Advanced College ReadingWorkshop (1:0:2)Reading Workshop I is a standalone coursedesigned to build skills for students who needsupport in reading. This one-credit class meetsfor two hours each week: one hour with aninstructor and one hour in a computer roomworking in MySkillsLab with advanced readingcontent. These skills are reinforced with writingassignments and challenged and extended inOne Book One College participation.

REAL ESTATERE 101: Real Estate Salesperson (5:5:0)Designed to provide the student with thenecessary information to sit for the New JerseyReal Estate Salesperson licensure exam. Topicsinclude property rights, contracts, leases, deedsand title transfer, mortgages, settlementprocedures, appraising, and administrativeregulations. This course will satisfy the staterequirements for course work in real estate.Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalentand no past criminal history. These arerequirements by the State of New Jersey.

RELIGIONRL 101: “H” Perspectives on Religion(3:3:0)Explains the functions of religion and describesthe fundamental nature of diverse religioussystems. Specific topics considered includesacredness, symbolization, myth, evil andsalvation. Prerequisite: EN 101.

RL 102: “H/D” World Religions (3:3:0)Presents an intro to the major religions of theworld. Utilizing both a description andinterpretative approach, the origin and historicaldevelopment of each religion is examined withparticular attention given to the impact of beliefsand practices in the daily life of the ordinarybeliever. The survey includes Hinduism,Buddhism, Taosim, Confucianism, Judaism,Christianity and Islam. Prerequisite: EN 101.

RL 103: “H/D” Introduction to AsianReligions (3:3:0)Introduction to the major Asian religious,philosophical and cultural traditions (Hinduism,Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto) withemphasis on the cultural roots of each religioustradition, the analysis of its principal teachings

and practices, and the major culturalexpressions. Prerequisite: EN 101.

SCIENCEBI 101: “B” General Biology I (4:3:3)An integrated course with laboratory exercisesclosely correlated to the lectures dealing withcells, plant biology and evolution.

BI 102: “B” General Biology II (4:3:3)An integrated course with laboratory exercisesclosely correlated to the lectures dealing withcells, zoology, human physiology, behavior andecology.

BI 104: “B” Human Biology (3:3:0)Human Biology introduces students to theanatomy and physiology of the human body.The course provides a basic overview of thenormal structure and function of body systemsand their interrelations. The course will not serveas a prerequisite for Anatomy and Physiologyand is not a substitute for Anatomy andPhysiology.

BI 105(L): “B” Human BiologyLaboratory (1:0:3)Provides students with laboratory experience inthe topics covered in BI 104 Human Biologylectures. In these laboratory sessions, studentswill gain hands-on experience in humananatomy and physiology. Laboratory sessionswill provide students with a basic overview ofthe normal structure and function of the bodysystems. This course is not intended for sciencemajors. Corequisite: BI 104.

BI 106: “B” Anatomy & Physiology I(4:3:3)Students discuss topics such as concepts ofhomeostasis, the function and structural aspectsof the cell, and the physical and chemical basisfor cell life, skeletal structure, theinterrelationship between the nervous systemand the muscle system and the reproductivesystem. Laboratory sessions support lecturetopics. Prerequisite: BI 101, 102 or CH 101.

BI 107: “B” Anatomy & Physiology II(4:3:3)Students demonstrate an understanding of thenervous system, endocrine system,cardiovascular and lymphatic system, respiratorysystem, digestive and urinary system. Laboratorysessions support lecture topics. Prerequisite:Successful completion of BI 106.

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BI 119: “B” Principles of Science II(3:3:0)Offers the non-science major to selected topicsin chemistry and biology. Among the topicsdiscussed will be cells and their functions,genetic variations, sexual and asexualreproduction, the components of the biosphereand how man utilizes the biomes.

BI 122: “B” Environmental Science(4:3:3)An introductory course in the fundamentalconcepts of environmental science. Topicsdiscussed include biogeochemical cycles,energy cycles and the effects of chemical andradioactive substances on the air, water andland masses of the earth. Laboratory activitieswill focus on quantification and assessment ofenvironmental parameters in local aquatic andterrestrial ecosystems.

BI 201: Genetics (4:3:3)Offers a study of the principles of transmissionand molecular genetics, with emphasis onhuman genetics. Laboratory sessions will providestudents with basic experience in karyotypepreparation, DNA and protein electrophoresisincluding sample preparation and datainterpretation. Prerequisite: Successfulcompletion of BI 101, BI 102 or CH 101.

BI 203: “B” Microbiology (4:3:3)Covers characteristics of micro-organisms innature and disease with the standard laboratorytechniques in pure culture study, disinfection andsterilization. Prerequisite: Successful completionof BI 101, 102, 106 or CH 101.

BI 204: General Botany (4:3:3)Offers a study of the fundamentals of plantscience such as plant anatomy, morphology,physiology, reproduction and taxonomy withemphasis on the phyla representing the higherforms of plant life. Prerequisites: BI 101 or BI102.

BI 206: Entomology (4:3:3)Offers the study of the anatomy, life history,identification and control of insects bothbeneficial and detrimental to man and plants.Prerequisites: BI 101 or BI 102.

BI 208: Introduction to InfectiousDisease (3:3:0)This introductory course will include a discussionof the bacteria, parasites, viruses and otheragents causing infectious diseases; the role ofthe health professional in infectious diseasecontrol; a study of the incidence, distribution,and control of disease in populations and the

emergence and reemergence of infectiousdiseases.

BI 210: Basic Pathology-Mechanics ofDisease (3:3:0)Focuses on the molecular, cellular and tissuealterations which contribute to diseaseprocesses. Students will become familiar withthe processes involved in cell injury and repair,inflammation and healing. Tumor behavior,hemodynamic derangements and disorders ofselected organ systems will be discussed.Prerequisite: Successful completion BI 107.

BI 215: Ecology (4:3:3)This course involves studying the relationshipsbetween organisms and their environments.Population dynamics, nutrient cycling,community and ecosystem structure, evolution,natural selection, and current environmentalissues will be covered. Prerequisites: BI 101 orBI 102.

BI 216: Biomechanics (3:3:0)The objective of this course is to introducestudents to concepts of mechanics as they applyto human movement, particularly thosepertaining to exercise and sport. A qualitativeapproach will be used to analyze the anatomicaland mechanical principles that apply to the bodyinvolved in physical activity. Prerequisite: BI 107.

CH 101: “B” General Chemistry I (4:3:3)Offers fundamental principles of chemistry,including the mole concept and stoichiometry,nomenclature, atomic and molecular structure,periodicity, chemical bonding, states of matter,kinetic theory, and solution theory. Thelaboratory offers experiments in qualitative andquantitative analysis and synthesis.

CH 102: “B” General Chemistry II (4:3:3)A continuation of 101 with emphasis onthermochemistry and thermodynamics,chemical equilibrium, acid/base theory,electrochemistry, kinetics, and organic chemistry.The laboratory offers experiments illustrative ofthe above topics. Prerequisite: CH 101.

CH 201: Organic Chemistry I (4:3:3)Offers fundamental principles of organicchemistry including the reactions, structure,properties, nomenclature and stereochemistryof the alkanes, alkylhalides, alkenes, alkynes,alcohols, and ethers. The laboratory offerspractice in the synthesis, analysis, separationand purification of organic compounds as wellas the use to the college’s NMR and FT-IRspectrometers. Prerequisite: CH 102.

CH 202: Organic Chemistry II (4:3:3)A continuation of Chemistry 201 with emphasison the aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, esters,carboxylic acids, and amines. The laboratorywill include experiments illustrative of the abovetopics along with continued NMR and IR workusing the college’s instruments. Prerequisite:CH 201

GL 101: “B” Physical Geology (4:3:3)Covers the nature and origin of the land andwater features of the earth, including studiesavailable concerning the oceans and theirfloors, with a view to providing an understandingof why our land looks as it does and the conflictsbetween natural change and man’s use of theland and seas. Field trips are also part of thiscourse.

GL 102: “B” Historical Geology (4:3:3)Covers the prehistoric development of the earthand living things, examines the relationshipsbetween land and sea positions and thesubsequent development of life forms usingphysical geology concepts and the study of fossilforms, of plants and animals. Field trips are apart of the course.

GL 117: “B” Earth Science (3:3:0)A course for non-science majors, designed tointroduce students to the Earth Sciences ofGeology and Oceanography and the solidEarth. Topics of study include: the structureand chemistry of minerals and rocks, dueprocess of weathering, theories and processesof earthquakes, plate tectonics, volcanism andgeological time, the origin of the oceans, thecharacteristics and chemistry of ocean watersand currents, and the structure and topographicfeatures of the ocean floors.

PI 104: Energy, the Environment &Society (3:3:0)This course provides an overview of the waysmodern society utilizes and converts energy inits quest for technological and economicadvancement. The course covers importanttopics such as energy (fundamental units,concepts, history of development and currentproblems) and its impact on the globalenvironment. An overview of the currentunsustainable (coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear)as well as sustainable technologies (solar, wind,wave, biomass, geothermal, tidal, hydropower)is provided. In addition, the student is madeaware of the important role energy conversionand utilization by industrialized andindustrializing countries presently plays in globalclimate change. The course forms thefoundation for student knowledge of energy andits relationship to economic prosperity.

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PI 105: “B” Physical Science (3:3:0)Offers an introduction to the basic principles inphysics and chemistry. Laws of motion,kinematics, and conservation laws are discussedin addition to the basic concepts in chemistryincluding the structure of matter, atomic model,and chemical bonds. Distinction will be madebetween chemical and nuclear reactions.

PI 106: “B” Principles of Science I(3:3:0)Introduces the non-science major to selectedtopics in geology, astronomy, physics andchemistry. Among the topics discussed will beatoms, molecules, chemical change, the solarsystem, the planet earth, igneous rocks,sedimentary rocks and metamorphic rocks.

PI 107(L): “B” Principles of Science ILab (1:0:3)Principles of Science Laboratory supports PI 106,the 3 credit lecture section of Principles ofScience. The laboratory section will provideexperiments in selected topics in geology,astronomy, physics and chemistry to support thelecture section. Students registering for PI 107must also register for PI 106. Corequisite: PI106.

PI 108: “B” Atmospheric ScienceConcepts (3:3:0)An introduction to the study of the earth’satmosphere. Fundamental concepts ofmeteorology and atmospheric science arepresented. Topics include the structure of theatmosphere, global circulation, weatherforecasting, air pollution, the upper atmosphere,and the measurement and interpretation ofmeteorological data.

PI 116: “B” Astronomy (3:3:0)An introductory course in astronomy for non-science majors. The basic concepts inastronomy will be presented with emphasis onthe solar system. Universal law of gravitationwill be discussed as it pertains to the formationand evolution of stars and other astronomicalstructures. Asteroids, Comets, pulsars, NeutronStars, and black holes are among the topics ofdiscussion.

PI 117: Astronomy Laboratory (1:0:2)A one credit laboratory course offered tosupplement PI 116, Astronomy. Students will beexposed to some basic techniques used togather and analyze experimental astronomicaldata. Activities will include measurement ofangular position of Polaris and change in angleof ecliptic, and observation and interpretationof the phases of the moon.

PI 123: ”B” Fundamentals of Physics I(4:3:3)An algebra based physics course. Thefundamentals of physics provides exposure tothe laws of mechanics, heat, thermodynamics,waves and oscillation. The course, in additionin additionin additionin additionin additionto PI-124to PI-124to PI-124to PI-124to PI-124, satisfies physics requirements formany disciplines in science including but notlimited to pre-medicine and physical therapy.

PI 124: “B” Fundamentals of Physics II(4:3:3)This is an algebra based Physics course. Thefundamentals of physics II provides the studentsexposure to the laws of electricity, magnetism,geometrical and wave optics, power generationand consumption as well as electrostatics. Thecourse, in addition to PI-123in addition to PI-123in addition to PI-123in addition to PI-123in addition to PI-123, satisfies thephysics requirements for many disciplines inscience including but not limited to pre-medicine, physical therapy and biomedicalresearch. PI-123 does not have to be takenbefore this course.

PI 141: “B” General Physics I (4:3:3)A calculus based course in general physicsproviding exposure to mechanics, heat,oscillations and waves, and thermodynamics.Among the topics of discussion are kinematics,laws of motion, and conservation laws. Weeklylaboratory experiments are designed to providethe students with a deep understanding of thelaws of mechanics. Prerequisite: MA 130.

PI 142: “B” General Physics II (4:3:3)A continuation of General Physics I, this calculusbased course provides the students an exposureto the basic concepts in electricity, magnetism,light, and modern physics. Principles ofelectrostatics, magnetic induction, geometricand wave optics, and special theory of relativityare among the topics discussed in this course.A series of laboratory experiments complementthe course. Prerequisite: PI 141.

SOCIOLOGYSO 201: “S” Introductory Sociology(3:3:0)An introduction to the study of society, includingsocial groups, social institutions, and socialchange.

SO 202: Contemporary Social Problems(3:3:0)The identification and analysis of major societalproblems such as population growth andurbanization, crime and delinquency, and socialconflict. Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 205: Introduction to Gerontology(3:3:0)A survey of the social, psychological andphysiological issues associated with the agingprocess in the United States. Prerequisite: SO201.

SO 207: “D” Social Minorities andIntergroup Relations (3:3:0)A study of prejudice, discrimination, and therelations between and within different culturaland racial groups in the United States.Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 212: Social Psychological CounselingTechniques (3:3:0)An introduction to interviewing and recordingtechniques within a social service context.Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 214: Intro to Sports & Sociology(3:3:0)This course provides an introduction to the studyof society, social groups, social institutions, andsocial change — through the lens of sports.Students will study the role of sport and therelationships between sport and society, bothhistorically and in contemporary society. Thecourse will examine how sport arises from andcan contribute to community; how sport mightbe a reflection of society; and whether it canshape society, sometimes toward a more levelplaying field. Special topics to be consideredinclude: gender, race, national assimilation,competition, and role of the “individual” insport. The course will explore both the idealsand realities of sport, past and present. A rangeof readings about sport and society will besupplemented by video interviews with veteranathletes from the American sports scene.Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 215: Death & Dying (3:3:0)A sociological and psychological explorationof issues surrounding death and bereavementsuch as grief, funerals, euthanasia, suicide andthe dying patient. Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 216: Sociology of the Family (3:3:0)An examination of the family as a socialinstitution in U.S. society. Topics include thefamily’s historical development and changingstructure, child rearing practices, and marriageand divorce. Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 217: Human Behavior in the SocialEnvironment I (3:3:0)An introduction to biological and social scienceconcepts of human development and social

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functioning necessary for the practice of socialwork. Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 219: Human Behavior in the SocialEnvironment II (3:3:0)An examination of the manner in which macrosystems in the social environment affect humanbehavior, with a focus on populations at riskand community empowerment. Prerequisite: SO217.

SO 220: Introduction to Social Work &Social Welfare (3:3:0)An introduction to the social work professionand social welfare system. The student willexplore the social welfare system, past andpresent, to understand the social worker’s roleand function. Prerequisites: SO 201 and SO217.

SO 221: Social Service Field Work I(3:1:4)Lectures, work shops, and field work experiencesin a community agency under the supervisionof a trained practitioner. Prerequisite: SO 201.

SO 222: Social Service Field Work II(3:1:4)Continues the field work experience of SO 221.Prerequisite: SO 221.

SO 223: Alcohol & Drug Field Work(3:1:4)Designed to give the student an understandingof social work practice. Students are assignedto various alcohol and drug social serviceagencies. Prerequisite: SO 201

SO 224: Sociology of Community (3:3:0)An overview of sociological perspective ofcommunity as a vehicle for socialization, socialinteraction and organization; the power ofcommunity dialogue and civic engagement asa means of social change.

SPEECHSP 203: “C” Effective Speech (3:3:0)Covers the organization and oral presentationof ideas, along with voice control and personalpoise. Stress is given to eye contact and theability to prepare and deliver brief speeches forspecial occasions when preparation time islimited. Prerequisite: EN 101.

THEATRETH 101: “H”Theatre Appreciation (3:3:0)Designed to introduce the student to the origin,history, and various styles of dramatic art,

including different cultural types of theatre.Stress is given to a greater appreciation fortheatre production when all the elementsinvolved are presented in detail.

TH 102: Introduction To Theatre(3:3:0)This course surveys the world’s dramaticliterature by concentrating on text analysis of arepresentative sample of plays of varying periodsand types. Emphasis is placed on the plays inperformance. Field trips to theatrical productionsmay be scheduled. This is not an acting course.

TH 104: Voice For The Actor I(3:3:0)This course focuses on the techniques ofeffective voice and speech production anddevelopment of the student’s vocal techniqueand awareness of the vocal process throughexercises in relaxation, body alignment, supportof tone and placement of sound. Emphasis onfreeing the vocal apparatus of tension,extending pitch range and developing greaterresponsiveness to language values will beexplored throughout this course.

TH 105: Movement For The Actor I(3:3:0)A basic movement course designed to introduceand explore the beginning techniques, styles andstudy of movement for the stage performer, inparticular the actor and vocalist. This course isalso recommended for directors andchoreographers who desire supplementary studyin acquiring techniques for working with thestage performer.

TH 111: Production & Performance I(1:1:0)Meant to give theatre students credit forpracticing their craft. Credit can be receivedfor acting, tech work, stage managing or specialprojects. Theatre majors only.

TH 120: Acting I (3:3:0)A basic course that introduces students to actingtechniques. Work includes body and vocaltechniques as well as emotion and memorysense leading to basic character development.

TH 123: Directing (3:3:0)This course offers practical experience in thearea of play production. It is designed to providethe student training in directing techniques.Practical application of the presented theatreprinciples will be required. Structured in aworkshop format, the intent of the Directing Iclass is to study the principles, procedures, andpractices of stage direction. Beginning with anon-verbal approach to composition and

movement study, and progressing to moreformal text work, the various exercises culminatein the direction of a ten-minute play for publicperformance.

TH 128: Acting for Television (3:3:0)This course offers instruction and practice in thebasics of acting for the camera and will assiststudents in making the transition from the theatreto the screen. It will introduce students to on-camera performance in various genres, and willaddress the technical requirements of TV andfilm acting such as playing to the camera,shooting out-of-sequence, blocking, and otherproduction considerations. The course includessignificant on-camera scene-work, characterdevelopment, audition techniques, and scriptanalysis. The assignments will include livetapings of selected materials. Through exercisesand scene study, this course will familiarizestudents with on-camera acting techniques andexpand each performaer’s range of emotional,intellectual, physical, and vocal expressivenessfor the camera. In addition to learning basicon camera acting techniques and script analysis,students will explore the process of finding workfrom agent to audition, casting director tocallback, to getting the gig and getting oncamera.

TH 150: Stagecraft (3:3:0)A basic course that introduces students totraditional stage construction techniques.Hands-on construction methods are explored,including the use of basic hand and power tools.Discussions also include stage lighting, costume,stage properties and makeup. Prerequisite:Permission of Director required.

TH 160: Fundamentals of Stage Design(3:3:0)Takes the student through the design processfrom the formulation of a concept through finalconstruction. Basic drawing, modeling andperspective work will be highlighted.

TH 170: Fundamentals of Stage Lighting(3:3:0)A basic course that introduces students to thequalities and properties of light and how lightis used in a theatrical setting. Hands on workincludes simple design and hanging techniquesas well as the use of colors and patterns.

TH 201: “H” Theatre History (3:3:0)Begins with the ancient origins of dramatic artand traces theatre history though Greek,Roman, Medieval, Renaissance and pre-modern periods.

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TH 204: Singing For The Actor I(3:3:0)This class is for the student who is interested inlearning the art of performance in voice. It isstrongly recommended for those interested inmusical theater or performance. Classinstruction focuses on the fundamentals ofcorrect breathing, tone production and diction.This course introduces singing/acting techniquesthrough practical application and repertoirestudy. Students study how to learn material andto develop a process to bring a song toperformance level. Prerequisite: Permission ofDirector required.

TH 205: Movement For The Actor II(3:3:0)This course is an intermediate level of study andcontinuation of skills and concepts learned inTH 105. This course is designed to furtherexplore the techniques, styles and study ofmovement for the stage performer, in particularthe actor and vocalist. Prerequisite: TH 105.

TH 206: Theatre Dance (3:3:0)This course is a beginning level experience oftechnical training in stylized Jazz, Tap and Balletcombinations used in Broadway Musicals.Students are introduced to fundamentalconcepts and the historical background ofBallet, Tap and Jazz. Students have theopportunity to work on combinations and danceroutines from various eras. Prerequisite:Permission of Director required.

TH 207: Stage Makeup (3:3:0)Students learn the basic principals and skills oftheatrical make-up design and application. Thiscourse provides an introduction to research,design, and execution of make-up, includingmaterials, application of straight, character, ageand special effects make-up.

TH 208: Children’s Theatre (3:3:0)This course is an introduction to the basicprincipals and techniques of producing theatrefor young audiences. Emphasis is given to scriptevaluation and development, as well as thechallenges associated with acting and directingfor young audiences and working with childperformers.

TH 209: Singing For The Actor II (3:3:0)This course is a continuation of vocal andperformance techniques required to meet thedemands of singing for the theatre. A practicalcourse, students will work on musicality throughsight singing, singing harmonies, breathingtechniques as well as learning how to analyzea song as dramatic form and “sell it” in auditionor performance. Students will leave class

prepared with three audition pieces for musicaltheatre. Students will master assigned material,developing a process to bring a song toperformance level, and explore the musicaltheatre canon through sight-singing, work-shopping, and performing. Prerequisite: TH 204and permission of the Director.

TH 212: Production & Performance II(1:1:0)Meant to give theatre students credit forpracticing their craft. Credit can be receivedfor acting, tech work, stage managing or specialprojects. Prerequisite: TH 111.

TH 213: Production & Performance III(1:1:0)Meant to give theatre students credit forpracticing their craft. Credit can be receivedfor acting, tech work, stage managing or specialprojects. Prerequisite: TH 212.

TH 214: Production & Performance IV(1:1:0)Meant to give theatre students credit forpracticing their craft. Credit can be receivedfor acting, tech work, stage managing or specialprojects. Prerequisite: TH 213.

TH 220: Acting II (3:3:0)An advanced course that continues a student’sexploration of acting techniques. Further workon character development includes advancedbody and vocal techniques with exploration ofstylization and different methods of acting.Prerequisite: TH 120.

TH 221: Acting III (3:3:0)Acting III is a continuation and extension of first-year work, with particular emphasis oncharacterization, text analysis, and advancedscene study. Acting techniques are applied tomore complex dramatic forms, including genresin which language and characterization areparticularly demanding. Theatre periods andstyle skills are developed which may includesome or all of the following: Greek, Restorationand 19th Century playwrights. Prerequisite: TH220.

TH 222: Acting IV (3:3:0)Acting IV is a continuation and extension of thework in Acting III, with particular emphasis oncharacterization, text analysis, and techniquesof various stylistic demands. Development oftheatre periods and style continue to be exploredto include Lonesco, Beckett and Theatre of TheAbsurd. Career development is emphasized.Prerequisite: TH 221.

TH 230: Readers Theatre (3:3:0)Explores a presentational style that allows greatworks of literature to be presented without theformalities of a completely staged production.A workshop atmosphere is used to explore theworks of major authors.

TH 250: Advanced Independent StudyProjects (3:3:0)Allows a student to explore areas of specialinterest. Projects may include solo acting efforts,major scenic design, writing of a script or othersemester long projects. Prerequisite: Permissionof Director required.

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Community &Workforce EducationThe Community and Workforce Education office (WE) provideseducation and training services to community residents andemployers both on campus and onsite at business locations. Awide range of programming includes: career training certificates(both credit and non-credit), customized training for businessand enrichment courses.

Our certification programs address the most “in demand”careers in today’s market. Many of them can lead to collegecredits and open up long term career pathways for lifelonglearning.

Institute for Allied Health CareersThe Community and Workforce Education office is pleased topresent the Institute for Allied Health Careers featuring shortterm certificate training programs in interesting and variedhealthcare settings.

•Certified Massage Therapist•Certified Personal Trainer•Clinical Medical Assistant•Medical Terminology•Certified Pharmacy Technician•Certified Phlebotomy Technician•Medical Billing•Certified Medical Coding– Physician Office

Energy InstitutePrepare for tomorrow’s hottest new industry - - today. TheCommunity and Workforce Education provides some of thenation’s leading sustainability training programs with topics thatinclude:

•Entry Level AutoCAD•Green Building Technology/LEED•Construction Safety Management•Photovoltaic Solar Technology•BPI Auditor Certification Training

New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey (NPTNJ)This Alternate Route program provides a pathway for individualswho already earned a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least2.75 to become licensed teachers without having to complete atraditional teacher training program.

New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey (NPTNJ) offerscoursework using a curriculum created jointly by New JerseyCity University and the New Jersey community colleges. Classesmay be taken as non-credit or for graduate credit through NewJersey City University.

The program includes the following:•Introduction to Teaching is a 24-hour pre-service

component that introduces the student to the teachingprofession and allows the student to complete the requirementsto obtain a certificate of eligibility (CE).

•Stage I incorporates classroom management techniques,lesson planning and on-site classroom observations. It may betaken for four graduate credits.

•Stage II provides coursework essential for thedevelopment of excellent teachers. The course may be taken for11 graduate credits.

SHRM PHR®/SPHR® Certification PreparationThis program is designed to prepare students for theProfessional Human Resources (PHR®) and Senior ProfessionalHuman Resources (SPHR®) examinations. Using the SHRMLearning System™ which is included in the cost of tuition,participants review the six functional areas, responsibilities andassociated knowledge as defined by the HR CertificationInstitute. At the conclusion of the course, students will beprepared to take the PHR/SPHR credentialing exam.

Online Training with Ed2GoOur instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun,convenient and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous fortheir ability to create warm and supportive communities oflearners. It’s no wonder that many long-lasting friendships haveformed in our lively and intelligent discussion areas. Courses areproject-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-onassignments, discussion areas, supplementary links and more. Youcan complete any of these courses entirely from your home oroffice and at any time of the day or night. Visit our websitewww.ed2go.com/cccnj to view the complete collection ofcourse titles. The list below shows areas under which weprovide multiple levels of challenging training programs, startingfor as little as $89. What are you waiting for?

•Art•Business Courses•Digital Photography•Entertainment•Grant Writing•Healthcare•History•Law and Legal Services•Math•Personal Finance•Teaching•Test Prep•Writing & Publishing

For more information about Continuing Education courses,please contact us at 856/776-2372.

163Customized Training -Skills for New Jersey GrantsThrough the New Jersey Department of Labor and WorkforceDevelopment, we can help you obtain a powerful economicdevelopment tool – a customized training grant. Designed tocreate and retain jobs in the state of New Jersey for businesses ofall sizes, these grants typically fund 100 percent of the trainingcost including materials. We have written grants for businessesall over Cumberland County - - is it time to write one for yourcompany?

Some of our most popular training courses include:•Supervisory Topics•Leadership•Lean Manufacturing•Microsoft Office•Six Sigma•Project Management•Electrical and Mechanical Training•PLC’s

For more information on customized training, contact theExecutive Director of Community and Workforce Education,856/776-2370.

Enrichment CoursesDo something just for you!Our Personal Enrichment Programs let you pursue your dreamswhile still meeting all the obligations of your everyday life. In arelaxed, friendly atmosphere, explore your passion and meetothers who share it.

Some of our courses include:•Fencing•Cooking•Salsa•Wedding Photography•Photography Projects•Retirement Planning•SAT prep•Defensive Driving•Exploring the Power of your IPhone & IPad•Floral Design•Bonsai Basics•Quickbooks•The Most Elementary Computer Course (series)•The Most Elementary Computer Course II•Microsoft Office Basics•Social Media & Online Marketing

Summer Academy for KidsCCC Summer Academy for Kids welcomes the opportunity tobring young inquisitive minds to the campus. Our academy is forchildren ages 5 through 17, and provides a healthy balancebetween unique learning experiences and athletic activities. Thisone-of-a-kind program is staffed by certified teachers and offersyoung people the chance to choose how they want to spendtheir summer, trying new and engaging activities without long-term commitments. Parents/caregivers can pick how manyclasses and for how long. It is fun, educational and convenient.Developmentally and socially, this 9-week program is theperfect fit for curious kids, offering more than 120 differentcourses from which to choose. Visit our website to learn more:www.cccnj.edu/safk

GEDFor students ages 16-80 who did not graduate from high school.There is no charge for the preparation program. Call us today tomake an appointment and find out how you can be our nextGED success story.

•Adult Basic Skills - GED PreparationMondays through Thursdays9:00 am - Noon- or -1:00-4:00 pmCumberland County College Campus3322 College Drive, Vineland

•Adult Basic Skills - GED PreparationMondays through Thursdays4:30-7:30 pmVineland Public Library

Attend as many hours as you need (a minimum of six hours perweek). The program takes between 30 to 50 hours to complete.In Cumberland County, call the Program Coordinator at 856/691-8600, ext. 1378 for more information.

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Security, Safety & Parking

Procedures & ServicesCumberland County College maintains a strong commitment tocampus security and safety. To accomplish our goal it is imperativethat students, employees or visitors report any emergencies,suspicious or criminal activity they observe.

Students who need assistance with medical, security or otheremergency situations or wish to report any emergencies orsuspicious activities can contact security 24 hours a day, seven daysa week, by dialing 1777 from any campus telephone. If you arecalling from off campus, dial 856/691-8600, ext 1777.

Additional information is available in the Safety and SecurityAnnual Report, which is available online.

Traffic Accidents, Vandalism or TheftsTraffic accidents, vandalism or thefts that occur on campus shouldbe reported to Campus Security. This will allow for an incidentreport to be completed and the Vineland Police Departmentcontacted, which may be necessary for any claim you wish to filewith your auto insurance. It is important for the college to be awareof incidents of vandalism and theft in order to monitor and respondto such incidents.

Additional information is available in the Campus Parking, Trafficand Motor Vehicles brochure.

Parking RegulationsAll vehicles which students operate on campus are required to beregistered and display a student parking permit. Vehicle registrationforms may be obtained from and submitted to the Information Deskin the Student Center. Students completing the vehicle registrationform will be issued a student parking permit. This permit shouldbe placed on the driver’s side rear window. Vehicles which do notdisplay a college parking permit may be ticketed.

Vehicles operated and/or parked on campus are subject toregulations by the State of New Jersey, the County of Cumberland,the City of Vineland and Cumberland County College.

The college assumes no liability for vehicles or personalproperty in vehicles parked on campus. A vehicle can be towed atthe owner’s expense, without notice, if in the judgment of Securityor college personnel, the vehicle is in violation of campus policy.

There is ample on-campus student parking at virtually all times.This allows for students to park properly in designated studentparking spaces. Students must understand that conveniently locatedauthorized (legal) parking spaces are not guaranteed. The parkingfacilities are utilized on a first come/first serve basis. Theresponsibility of finding an authorized parking space rests with thestudent (vehicle) operator, inability to do so shall not be justificationfor improper parking.

You will find that student parking on campus is relatively closeto the various campus facilities, particularly when compared toother colleges both in the state and region.

Parking violators will be charged $10 for each violation.Excessive parking violations can result in disciplinary sanctionsbeyond the payment of fines.

Additional information is available in the campus Motor Vehiclebrochure.

Bus ServiceNew Jersey Transit operates bus service on weekdays only between7:00 am and 10:30 pm to Cumberland County College. Schedulesof services and rates can be obtained on the New Jersey Transitwebsite.

Emergency NotificationIn the event of an emergency, a message will be posted at thecollege’s main number (856/691-8600) on the voice mail systemand on the home page of the college’s web site: www.cccnj.edu.

In addition, an emergency message will be sent via the college’sEmergency Notification System to all phone numbers, text messagenumbers, cell phone numbers and email addresses stored in thecollege’s Student Information System.

The voice mail system, website homepage, and EmergencyNotification System are used for all official college emergencyclosing announcements.

Weather-Related ClosingsIn the event of weather-related emergencies, students will benotified through the college’s Emergency Notification System aboutthe status of Cumberland County College classes. Announcedclosings are also incorporated into the college’s voice mailmessaging. Also, notification will appear on the college’s web sitehome page: www.cccnj.edu.

The voice mail message, website homepage, EmergencyNotification System and social media are used for all weather-related official college closing emergency announcements.

Students may also tune in to TV cable channel 9.

Tobacco Use PolicyThe interior campus grounds are tobacco/smoke free. Tobaccoproduct use is prohibited inside the perimeter campus road,including in, near or between campus buildings and all college athleticand recreational fields and facilities. Tobacco use is only allowed inthe lettered parking lots (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L,M).

This policy applies to all students, as well as college employees,guests and visitors. Fines and disciplinary sanctions can be imposedon students violating tobacco use regulations.

Lost and FoundThe college’s Lost and Found is located at the Information Desk inthe Student Center.

If you find an item, please drop it off at the Information Desk.Items lost may be claimed at the Information Desk.

Call the Information Desk at 856/691-8600, ext. 1777 to seeif your lost item has been turned in. All items are held for areasonable amount of time. If possible, always mark your personalproperty.

The Information Desk hours are Monday through Friday from7:30 am to 10:00 pm, Saturday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

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Policies

Nondiscrimination andHarrassment InformationCumberland County College strives to provide an environmentfor work and study that enables employees and students to pursuea career or education and progress on merit and ability, withoutregard to race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry,age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status, civil unionstatus, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectionalor sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypicalhereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability formilitary service, and mental or physical disability, perceiveddisability, and AIDS/HIV status.

NondiscriminationCumberland County College endorses the goals of Title IX of theEducation Amendments, which state:

“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, beexcluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or besubjected to discrimination under any education program or activityreceiving Federal financial assistance.”

Cumberland County College does not discriminate on the basisof race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status, civil union status,domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional orsexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditarycellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for militaryservice, and mental or physical disability, perceived disability, andAIDS/HIV status in the admission of students, in any of its programsor activities and in its employment practices.

Inquiries concerning the application of this policy onnondiscrimination, or complaints of discrimination under any of theabove-referenced bases, may be directed to the Executive Directorof Human Resources, Cumberland County College, PO Box 1500,Vineland, NJ 08362-1500, 856/691-8600, ext. 1235.

This individual is designated to coordinate the college’s effortsto comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX,Section 504/the ADA, and the Age Discrimination Act, whichprohibit discrimination of the basis of sex, disability and age,respectively.

Sexual MisconductSexual misconduct, including but not limited to harassment,discrimination, assault, domestic/dating violence, nonconsensualcontact, or attempted contact and stalking are violations of Title IXand Civil Rights regulations, Student Conduct Code and criminallaw. Reported sexual misconduct incidents/offenses will beaddressedthrough the established Title IX procedures forinvestigation, resolution and/or sanctions. The Title IX policiesand procedures are administered through the Human ResourceOffice/Title IX Coordinator and available on the student portal.These procedures ensure that both the accuser and the accusedhave the opportunity to present their involvement, haverepresentative/advocate present and that both will be notified ofthe outcome. Resolution/sanctions for sexual misconductcomplaints may include dismissal of charges, verbal or written

reprimand, establishment of specific stipulations to be met forcontinued enrollment, disciplinary probation, suspension ordismissal.

Sexual misconduct offenses should be reported to the Title IXcoordinator, Ms. Rosemarie Fiscus, in the Human Resources officeat (856) 691-8600 ext. 1235 or by email at [email protected] through Campus Security, located in the Student Center.Students also have the option of notifying local police and can beassisted in doing so, if desired. Incidents of sexual misconductshould be reported immediately as described above. Additionallyany evidence of sexual offenses should be preserved. Studentswho are reluctant to notify the Title IX Coordinator, CampusSecurity or local police are encouraged to meet with the College’sMental Health Counselor, located in the EOF office.

Prevention and awareness of sexual assault and other intimatepartner violence is provided to new students in Freshman Seminarcourses. Other educational programs to promote awareness andprevention of stalking, rape, acquaintance rape and other sexoffenses are scheduled during the year. Additionally there arecommunity services available to assist victims of sexual misconduct.Information on campus programs and community services may beobtained from the Mental Health Counselor.

Discrimination and HarassmentGrievance ProcedureAllegations of sexual or discriminatory harassment, hostileclassroom environment, or harassment or discrimination in anyother form are serious. All complaints of harassment ordiscrimination will be documented and dealt with promptly andconfidentially. A complaint may be formal or informal. Anycurrently enrolled student who encounters an act, acts, or materialof a discriminatory nature and believes he/she has beendiscriminated against under Title VI and VIII, 1964 Civil Rights Act;Executive Order; Title IX, 1972 Education Amendments; 1973Rehabilitation Act, should proceed as follows:

Step 1.Immediately file a formal or informal complaint with TheAffirmative Action Officer/Executive Director of Human Resources,located in Administration Building, ext. 1235. At this stage thestudent must complete a grievance form detailing the incident andproviding the names of any witnesses, if available.Step 2.If, after the initial review of the allegations by the Affirmative ActionOfficer, a formal investigation is warranted, the Affirmative ActionOfficer will appoint a three-member panel to investigate andreview the complaint.Step 3.If the investigation and review confirms the allegations stated inthe complaint, the panel will recommend appropriate action tothe President.Step 4.The President will consider the panel’s recommendations and makea final recommendation for action to the Board of Trustees.Step 5.This action may be appealed to the Board of Trustees by eitherparty.

166Note: The college will take appropriate action in dealing with falseallegations of harassment or discrimination.

Americans with Disabilities Act, (ADA)Section 504, 1990, PL1975 c127 (NJAC) 17:27)Complaint ProceduresAs required by Section 504, 1990, Americans with DisabilitiesAct, PL1975 c127 (NJAC) 17:27, Cumberland County Collegehas established the following complaint procedures:

Step 1.Any student may file a complaint within 40 days of the occurrencewith the Section 504 Coordinator/Executive Director of HumanResources, 856/691-8600, ext. 1235, located in theAdministration Building.

Step 2.The Section 504 Coordinator will investigate and respond to thecomplaint in 20 days in writing.

Step 3.The student may appeal the response in writing within 10 days tothe Section 504 Coordinator.

Step 4.The appeal will be referred to and reviewed by a three memberpanel chosen from administration and faculty. Within 30 days, thepanel will investigate the allegations and recommend appropriateaction to the President.

Step 5.The President will provide a written determination to thecomplainant.Note: The President’s decision is the final step in the internal process.Weekends and holidays will be disregarded in calculating days.

Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesThe rights and responsibilities of students, including StudentConduct Code, Academic Honesty, Prohibited Conduct,Disciplinary Sanctions, Student Due Process and Student GrievanceProcedures are explained and described in the Student Handbook.Also included in the Student Handbook is an outline for classroomsuccess. Behaviors and considerations to maximize a student’sclassroom experience are provided.

Student RecordsThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act-FERPA providesthe requirements designed to protect the privacy of students andtheir records. This Act protects the access and release of educationalrecords and defines student rights concerning their records.

Cumberland County College will not release any informationother than directory information to an unauthorized person withoutthe student’s written consent. At Cumberland County College,directory information includes the student’s name, major field ofstudy, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, mostprevious educational institution attended, participation in officiallyrecognized activities and sports, weight, height, hometown andhigh school, if a member of an athletic team. Students maywithhold disclosure of their directory information by written

notification to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and StudentServices.

Students have the right to access and challenge any part of theireducational records. Procedures and student rights for access andrelease of student records, are available in the Admissions andRegistration Office and the Vice President of Academic Affairs andStudent Services Office.

Student HonorsThe various college programs and activities recognizing studentachievement are listed and explained in the Student Handbook.

Co-Curricular TranscriptStudents may request that a co-curricular transcript be sent withtheir records by filling out forms in the Office of Student Activities.

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State, Local,CCC Officials December 4, 2015

State of New JerseyHigher EducationRochelle Hendricks, Secretary

Governor's HigherEducation CouncilJohn McGoldrick, ChairAnne Evans Estabrook, Vice ChairPatricia NachtigalJohn Wefing, Esq.Dr. Richard Wellbrock

Cumberland County CollegeBoard of TrusteesPamela Ann Sjogren, ChairDonna M. Perez, Vice ChairChristine Ward Garrison, Ph.D., TreasurerJoseph P. Cassisi, SecretaryMichelle D. BrownGinger ChaseMichael R. DeLeonPatrick W. McGroryPeggy NicolosiChelsea Charlesworth, Alumni Trustee

Cumberland County CollegeExecutive OfficersShelly O. Schneider, Ed.D.

Interim PresidentJacqueline Galbiati, Ed.D., MSN, RN

Vice President, Academic Affairs &Student Services

Kimberly Ayres, Ph.D.Temporary Chief Financial Officer

Cumberland CountyBoard of Chosen FreeholdersJoseph Derella, DirectorDouglas M. Long, Deputy DirectorDarlene BarberCarman DaddarioCarol MussoJames SauroThomas Sheppard

Cumberland County CollegeFoundation Board of DirectorsLilly Kejzman, ChairDennis DiLazzero, Vice ChairR. Douglas Smithson, TreasurerCadmus Hull, Ed.D., SecretaryCatherine AchéeCatherine ArpinoLouise BertacchiBret BretnallCharles BrettRobert DeSanto, Esq.Mark D’OnofrioChristine Ward Garrison, Ph.D.Carl KirsteinBarbara Ann LoganPatrick McGroryJohn O’ConnorSue Perry, Executive DirectorShelly Schneider, Ed.D. Interim PresidentSherry Kejzman SoutiereMary Jo WilliamsAlan Woodruff

Cumberland County CollegeAlumni BoardBabs Bennett, Ed.D., PresidentJ. Harvey McCubbin, Vice PresidentDiane Williams, TreasurerSherry Coraluzzo, Secretary

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Office of the PresidentShelly O. SchneiderInterim PresidentB.A., M.A. Rowan UniversityEd.D. Southeastern University

Anne M. BergamoExecutive Director, Grant Development &Trustees RelationsB.A. Glassboro State College

Jennifer L. SweeneySenior Administrative AssistantA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Grant DevelopmentDavid StumpDirector, Grant Development & ManagementB.A. University of Vermont

Communications &MarketingKeith WassermanExecutive DirectorB.A. Rutgers UniversityM.A. The Ohio State University

Danielle RomeoSenior Assistant to the Executive Director

Nancy H. JamesPublic Relations SpecialistA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Glassboro State College

Foundation/AlumniSue Ann PerryExecutive DirectorB.A., M.A. Rowan University

Erin ThompsonAssistant DirectorA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A.S.W., M.S.W. Rutgers University

Kimberly AckermanSenior Administrative AssistantA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Margaret McAdams WarrenActivities Specialist

Human ResourcesRosemarie FiscusDirectorB.S. University of DelawareM.B.A. Pepperdine University

Pamela CartyHuman Resources Specialist/Custodian of Government Records

Nancy EwanSupervisor Human Resources

Kimberly A. SomersTechnical Specialist/Payroll-PensionsA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.S., M.S.(2) Wilmington University

Safety & SecurityPhilip CecolaSenior DirectorA.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan University

David CaputoSecurity Officer

Elizabeth CastanedaP/T Security OfficerA.S. Cumberland County College

Ashley DurhamP/T Security OfficerB.A. Canisius College

Ysmael FerrerP/T Security OfficerA.S. Cumberland County College

Guy GarrettP/T Security Officer

Jerry GonzalezSenior Security Officer

Laura LaTorreSecurity OfficerJ.D. Widener University School of Law

Kyle MecouchP/T Security OfficerA.S. Cumberland County College

James PitmanP/T Security Officer

Jeffrey ProfittP/T Security Officer

Michael SchiapelliSecurity OfficerB.A. Rowan University

Jacob ZellerP/T Security OfficerA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan University

Information TechnologyServicesBernard CastroExecutive DirectorB.S. William Paterson UniversityM.B.A. Wilmington University

Scott D. BoerkeDirectorComputing & TelecommunicationsA.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Richard Stockton College of NJ

Judith CirucciInstructional DesignerB.A. University of DelawareM.S. Drexel University

David D'AscoliSupport SpecialistA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rutgers UniversityM.A. Wilmington University

Lynn EimerProgrammer & Application DeveloperB.S. California State Polytechnic University

Michael FarinelliSenior ManagerMultimedia Support ServicesA.A. Art Institute of Philadelphia

Michael GuilfordTechnical AssistantMultimedia Support ServicesA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Sam SantosProgrammer/AnalystA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Donald SlominSystem AdministratorA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Wilmington University

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Deborah M. SneadTechnical AssistantB.A. College of Saint Elizabeth

Assessment, Planning &ResearchDorothy Abruzzo-KlumppDirector, Institutional ResearchB.A., M.A. Rowan University

Marylee DemeterDirector, AssessmentA.S. Middlesex Community CollegeB.S., Ed.M., M.S. Rutgers University

Patricia LaffertyAdministrative SpecialistB.S. Indiana University

Workforce &Community EducationWendy ArdagnaExecutive DirectorB.A. Boston UniversityM.B.A. LaSalle University

Veronica ChaineyDirectorContinuing EducationA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Richard Stockton College of NJ

David CrainIntake Specialist/Job DeveloperB.S. Lockhaven University

Patricia GilmoreAdministrative Specialist/GEDA.S. Cumberland County College

Carmin LaurensAdministrative SpecialistA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Berkeley College

Cindy PhillipsTechnical Mobile Training FacilitatorA.A.S. Camden County College

Naomi WoodsSecretaryA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Conference & EventsOperationsBeatrice HughesDirectorA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S., M.B.A. Wilmington University

Bookstore ServicesHeather BallManager

Conference CenterRickie JonesSenior Events SchedulerA.A., B.S. Ferrum College

Kevin S. KolvaSenior Supervisor, Conference CenterA.F.A. Cumberland County College

Guaracini Arts CenterChristopher TotoraAssistant DirectorB.A. Rowan University

Parth Eubanks-LeachBox Office AssistantA.A.S. Cumberland County College

STEAMWorksMerritt GantSupervisor, Makerspace

Office of the Vice PresidentAcademic Affairs &Student Services

Jacqueline GalbiatiVice PresidentA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S.N. Richard Stockton College of NJM.S.N. University of PennsylvaniaEd.D. Rowan University

Marianne LoreSenior Administrative AssistantA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Nathaniel Alridge, Jr.Assistant DirectorAdjunct Faculty Development & SupportB.B.A. Temple UniversityJ.D. Widener University School of Law

Carlos ParkerEvening AdministratorA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Richard Stockton College of NJM.A. Fairleigh Dickinson University

Dorothy CohenDirectorAcademic Programs/Career PathwaysA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan UniversityM.A. Richard Stockton College of NJ

Arts & HumanitiesJames R. PicconeDeanB.A. Rowan UniversityM.M. Michigan State UniversityEd.D. Capella University

Brenda L. TorresStudent Development AdvisorB.A. Queens University of CharlotteMSEd. Long Island University

Linda ScullyAdministrative AssistantA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Wilmington University

ArtsJacqueline SandroDirector, Clay CollegeB.A. Glassboro State CollegeM.F.A. Tyler School of Art

Sarah ShapiroAssistant ProfessorB.A., B.F.A. Beaver CollegeM.F.A. Tyler School of Art

CommunicationsRenee PostLecturerB.A. Elizabethtown CollegeM.A. Rowan University

EnglishJohn M. AdairAssociate ProfessorB.A. Calvin CollegeM.A. University of Delaware

Karen ArenzTechnical AssistantB.A. Antioch UniversityM.A. Glassboro State College

Joshua AustinCoordinatorDevelopmental Education SupportReading/EnglishA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Richard Stockton College of NJM.A. University of Essex

John H. GibbsAssociate ProfessorB.S. Trenton State CollegeM.A. University of Wyoming

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Valerie GouseLecturerB.A. Ithaca CollegeM.L.I.S. Rutgers UniversityM.A. Marist College

Sharon P. KewishAssociate ProfessorB.S., M.A. Western Illinois University

John LoreAssistant ProfessorB.A. Elizabethtown CollegeM.A. Rutgers University

Kevin R. McGarveyAssociate ProfessorB.A., M.A. Kutztown University

Michael MillsAssistant ProfessorB.A. Rowan UniversityM.A. Rutgers University

Mary E. ThorstensenAssistant ProfessorB.A. Thomas Edison State CollegeM.L.I.S. Rutgers UniversityM.A. Mercy College

AthleticsKeith GormanDirectorB.S. University of MissouriM.Ed. LaSalle University

Michael DoughtieAthletic AssistantB.S. Rutgers University

Debra IacovelliSecretary

Joe MastersAthletic TrainerB.S. West Chester University

English as a Second LanguageDonald ForcinitoAssistant ProfessorESL CoordinatorA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rutgers UniversityM.S. Shenandoah University

Federica RussoTechnical AssistantA.A. Cumberland County College

HistoryRichard A. CurcioAssociate ProfessorB.A., M.A. Rutgers University

SpanishLinda J. LLerasAssociate ProfessorB.A. Lycoming CollegeM.A. Glassboro State College

TheatreDeborah BradshawDirector, Theatre ProgramsB.A. Appalachian State UniversityM.A. New York University

Science, Technology,Engineering, Mathematics &Health DivisionVacantDean

Phyllis SeidnerAdministrative AssistantA.A. Cumberland County College

VacantSecretary

Agriculture/HorticultureVacantDirector

Computer ScienceShelly L. DeanAssociate ProfessorB.A. Rutgers UniversityM.B.A. Rowan University

Paul F. SwierczynskiAssociate ProfessorB.S. St. Joseph's UniversityM.B.A. Temple University

Stephen WeissmanAssistant ProfessorM.S. Villanova UniversityB.A., M.A.T. Wesleyan University

ScienceJeffrey T. BurkeAssociate ProfessorB.S. Lowell Technological InstituteM.S. Drexel University

Robert K. ClarkAssociate ProfessorB.S. University of New EnglandPh.D. Hahnemann University

Stacey DeRoseLearning Assistant III, ChemistryB.S. College of Saint Elizabeth

Renee GilbertLearning AssistantChemical Hygiene OfficerA.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Rowan UniversityM.S. Wilmington University

Carole GrusemeyerAssistant ProfessorB.S. Rowan UniversityM.S. University of Delaware

Majid NooriAssociate ProfessorB.S. University of TehranPh.D. University of Maine

William M. OliveroAssociate ProfessorB.A., M.A. Jersey City State College

Mark RandaAssistant ProfessorB.S. Pennsylvania State UniversityM.S., Ph.D. Temple University

Patricia SchneiderLearning Assistant III, BiologyB.S. College of Saint Elizabeth

Richard TaylorLearning Assistant III/Laboratory Safety OfficerB.S. Philadelphia College ofPharmacy & Science

Melissa M. YoungAssistant ProfessorB.S., M.S. St. Joseph's University

NursingVacantDirector

Carol IaconelliAssistant DirectorA.S. Cumberland County CollegeNurse Practitioner OB/GYN CertificateUniversity of IowaM.S.N. Drexel University

Deborah Brooks-FlahertyAssistant ProfessorA.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S.N., M.S.N. Wilmington College

Marilyn GardenhireAssociate ProfessorA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S.N. Richard Stockton College of NJM.S.N. University of Delaware

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Marlin GrossAssistant ProfessorB.S.N. North Hampton UniversityM.S.N. Richard Stockton College of NJD.N.P. Wilmington University

Sandra Hartman-ReidAssociate ProfessorA.D. Gloucester County CollegeB.A. Earlham CollegeB.S.N. LaSalle UniversityM.S.N. Villanova University

Danielle NicastroAssistant Director, Practical NursingA.A.S. Gloucester County CollegeB.S.N. Widener UniversityM.S.N. Rutgers UniversityD.N.P. Wilmington University

Iris Gautier PerezAssociate ProfessorA.A.S. Bronx Community CollegeB.S.N. Richard Stockton College of NJM.S.N. University of Delaware

Marielis RodriguezAdministrative Specialist

Laura Denisse SantosNursing Lab TechA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S.N. Wilmington University

Kimberly ThowAssistant ProfessorB.S.N., M.S.N. Widener UniversityD.N.P. Wilmington University

RadiographyRobert ChampaDirectorB.A., M.A. Manhattan College

Barbara PeacockClinical CoordinatorA.A.S. Bergen Community CollegeB.S. Widener University

Joanne SalvatoreLab TechnicianB.S. Widener University

MathematicsAdrian DeWindt-KingProfessorB.S. Carnegie-Mellon UniversityM.A. Glassboro State CollegeEd.D. Rutgers University

Stephen DonahueLecturerB.A., M.A. Rowan University

William J. DuganAssistant ProfessorB.S. Allegheny CollegeM.S. Drexel UniversityM.Ed. Duquesne University

Jennifer HallerAssistant ProfessorM.A. Rowan University

Selena MohanCoordinatorDevelopmental Education Support/Developmental MathA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Fairleigh Dickinson UniversityM.A. University of Phoenix

Reneé A. PattersonTechnical AssistantB.S. Delaware State College

Business, Education &Social Science DivisionLynn E. LichtenbergerDeanB.A. Glassboro State CollegeM.S., Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University

Donna WeemsStudent Development AdvisorB.S. Neumann UniversityM.L.A. University of Pennsylvania

Jacquelyn WhildenAdministrative AssistantA.A. Cumberland County College

BusinessJudith R. CapuzziAssociate ProfessorB.S. Drexel UniversityM.S. St. Joseph's University

Charles LaPalmeAssistant ProfessorB.A., B.S., M.B.A. Western New EnglandCollege

John J. McCartyAssociate ProfessorB.B.A. University of Notre DameM.B.A. Monmouth UniversityCertified Public Accountant

EducationDiane CavagnaroCoordinator, P-3 MAR MontclairB.A. Rowan UniversityM.A. Nova Southeastern University

Kathleen FeliceAssistant ProfessorB.S. The College of NJM.Ed. Seton Hall University

Justice StudiesWilliam AddisonCoordinator & Assistant ProfessorB.A. Neumann CollegeM.A. St. Joseph's UniversityEd.D. Wilmington University

Charles J. KocherAssistant ProfessorB.A., M.A. Rowan UniversityM.S., Ed.D. St. Joseph's University

Library/LearningResource CenterPatti Ann SchmidHead LibrarianB.A., M.T.S. Drew UniversityM.S.L.S. Catholic University of America

Jennifer AronSecretary

Amanda BlasbergLibrarianB.A. Saint Joseph's UniversityM.L.I.S. Clarion University of Pennsylvania

Danielle MenonLibrarianB.A. Brigham Young UniversityM.S.L.I.S. Drexel University

Trinée ParsonLibrary Services AssistantA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan University

Ellen ReeceLibrarianB.A. Temple UniversityM.S.L.I.S. Pratt Institute

Paralegal StudiesMary D. HerlihyProfessorB.S. West Chester UniversityJ.D. Temple University School of Law

Social ScienceJan HanselmanAssistant ProfessorB.A. College of New JerseyM.S.W. Monmouth University

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Karrol JordanAssistant ProfessorB.A., M.A. Richard Stockton College of NJ

University CenterVacantDirector

Cindi GantAdministrative AssistantA.C., A.A.S. Cumberland County College

Admissions & RegistrationAnne Daly-EimerExecutive Director (temporary)B.A. University of DelawareM.S. Northeastern University

Erica KlumppAssistant to the DirectorB.A. William Patterson University

Ronald M. Braxton IIAssistant Director, RecruitmentB.A. Wesley College

VacantStudent Development Advisor

Jeanne GrippoAssistant Director, System OperationsB.A. University of Dayton

Karen HenryEnrollment Services RepresentativeA.A. Gloucester County CollegeB.S. Wilmington University

Ann NitscheEnrollment Services RepresentativeB.A. Rowan University

Luz OjedaSenior Admissions CounselorB.A., M.A. Glassboro State College

Sheena PlummerAdministrative Assistant

William ReyesEnrollment Specialist & Veterans ServicesA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Wilmington University

Evelyn RodriguezAdministrative SpecialistA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Wilmington University

Joyce WebsterEnrollment Services RepresentativeA.A.S. Atlantic Cape Community CollegeB.S. Richard Stockton College of NJ

Bursar OfficeMarie BaileyStudent Accounts SupervisorA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Richard Stockton College of NJ

Yolanda ColonStudent Accounts Clerk/CashierA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Melanie MartinezStudent Accounts ClerkA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Andrea NunbergStudent Accounts Clerk/Cashier

Vanessa ReynoldsStudent Accounts Specialist

Educational Opportunity FundProgramAlonna BrownDirectorB.A. Franklin & Marshall CollegeM.S. St. Joseph's University

Heather BenseMental Health CounselorB.A. Richard Stockton College of NJM.S.W. Rutgers University

Tiffany BonsallAdministrative SpecialistA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan University

Arthur HornEOF CounselorB.S., M.S.A. Lincoln UniversityM.B.A. Georgian Court University

Linda Slomin, LPCSenior EOF CounselorB.A. Trenton State CollegeM.S. Shippensburg University

Student Support ServicesJo Von HillProject DirectorB.A. Penn State UniversityM.A. Drexel University

VacantStudent Development Advisor

GEAR UPVacantProject Director

Mary Beth GalexCurriculum SpecialistB.A. Glassboro State College

VacantIntervention Specialist

Latoya GibbonsIntervention SpecialistB.A. Rider University

Jennifer SchwarzSecretaryB.S. Rowan University

Financial AidMaurice ThomasDirectorA.A. Camden County CollegeB.S. Thomas Edison State CollegeM.B.A. Strayer University

Zoraida Cortez-StolarTechnical AssistantA.S. Cumberland County College

Albert FernandezTechnical AssistantB.A. University of Pennsylvania

VacantTechnical Assistant

Lakeycha Vellon-CortesAdministrative Specialist

Center for Academic &Student Success (CASS)Maud Fried-GoodnightExecutive DirectorB.A. University of AlaskaM.A. Hofstra UniversityEd.D. Rowan University

Meredith VicenteDirector, Disabilities Support ServicesB.S. The College of NJM.A. Rowan University

Carol GraiffAdministrative SpecialistA.A.S. Cumberland County College

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Ismail AsadovCoordinatorDevelopmental Education Support/Developmental MathA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Rowan UniversityM.S. Wilmington University

Dotty PernaTechnical AssistantA.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Wilmington University

Melissa A. WrightAssistant Director, Testing & TutoringB.A. College of CharlestonM.A. Rowan University

Advisement, Transfer &Career ServicesJaime ConnollyStudent Development AdvisorA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan UniversityM.B.A. Georgian Court University

Sheree PaceWorkforce SpecialistB.S. Green Mountain College

Reta RiosStudent Academic Advisor, CareersA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Richard Stockton College of NJM.A. Rowan University

Steven M. StolarStudent Development Advisor, TransferA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Richard Stockton College of NJM.S. Loyola CollegeEd.D. Virginia Polytechnic Institute &State University

VacantAdministrative Specialist

TITLE VDiana A. AppelBilingual Student Development AdvisorA.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.S., M.S. Wilmington University

Iris TorresBilingual Pathways CoachB.B.A. Iona College

Student Activities &LeadershipKellie W. SladeExecutive Director (temporary)B.A., M.A. Rider University

Jean ErwinSecretary

Rimma AsadovFitness CenterA.A.S. Cumberland County College

James MarkettoFitness CenterB.A., M.A. Glassboro State College

Matthew PicconeFitness CenterA.A. Camden County CollegeB.A. Rowan University

Office of the Vice Presidentfor Finance & Administrative

ServicesKimberly AyresTemporary Chief Financial OfficerB.A. Mary Washington CollegeM.A. University of KentuckyPh.D. University of Delaware

Tracy ButcherAdministrative SpecialistA.A.S. Cumberland County College

Accounting Services/PurchasingSherri WelchComptrollerA.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan UniversityCertified Public Accountant

Kyle DanglerAccountantA.S. Atlantic Cape Community CollegeB.S. Rowan University

Melissa FalancePurchasing AgentA.A., A.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Rowan UniversityM.Ac., Rutgers University

Gayle GatesTechnical Specialist, Finance & BudgetA.A.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S. Franklin University

Facilities & GroundsBrian EwanDirectorB.S. Drexel University

Suzi WescottAdministrative Specialist

Faik AsadovMaintenanceM.A. University of Azerbyijan

Andrew BallMaintenance

Maria CollazosCustodian

Michael CollinsLead Operational Supervisor/Grounds

Miguel CortezCustodian

Anthony DamatoCustodian

Dain DixonGroundskeeperA.C. Cumberland County College

William EilerCustodianB.A. Chapman University

Wayde FoorCustodian

Walter GodownSkilled Mechanic

Leonard GraffCustodian

Christopher HambletonMaintenanceA.F.A. Cumberland County CollegeB.A. Edinboro University

Frank IannuzziLead Operational Supervisor/Custodial ServicesA.S. Gloucester County College

Mark MacCreaCustodian

Edward MarlowP/T Custodian

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LLLLLuis Ouis Ouis Ouis Ouis O. Arcacha. Arcacha. Arcacha. Arcacha. ArcachaAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant Professor II, Spanishrofessor II, Spanishrofessor II, Spanishrofessor II, Spanishrofessor II, SpanishA.B. Nuestra Senor Del Recuerdo CollegeM.A. St. Estanislao College

Donna S. BenderDonna S. BenderDonna S. BenderDonna S. BenderDonna S. BenderAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant ProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessorEducationEducationEducationEducationEducationB.A. Russell Sage CollegeM.Ed. Bridgewater State CollegeEd.D. Johnson & Wales University

Charles R. BiondiCharles R. BiondiCharles R. BiondiCharles R. BiondiCharles R. BiondiAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate ProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessorBusiness & Computer ScienceBusiness & Computer ScienceBusiness & Computer ScienceBusiness & Computer ScienceBusiness & Computer ScienceB.S. Rider UniversityM.A. Rowan University

James FJames FJames FJames FJames F. Cowles. Cowles. Cowles. Cowles. CowlesCounselorCounselorCounselorCounselorCounselorB.A. Virginia Polytechnic Institute &

State UniversityM.S. Old Dominion University

Katherine DanielsKatherine DanielsKatherine DanielsKatherine DanielsKatherine DanielsAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate ProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessorNursingNursingNursingNursingNursingA.S. Cumberland County CollegeB.S.N. Temple UniversityM.S.N. University of Pennsylvania

Margaret M. DrummMargaret M. DrummMargaret M. DrummMargaret M. DrummMargaret M. DrummAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant Professor I, Businessrofessor I, Businessrofessor I, Businessrofessor I, Businessrofessor I, BusinessB.S. Chestnut Hill CollegeM.S. Marywood College

WWWWWilliam Jilliam Jilliam Jilliam Jilliam J. F. F. F. F. FelmeyelmeyelmeyelmeyelmeyAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate ProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessorIndustrial TIndustrial TIndustrial TIndustrial TIndustrial TechnologyechnologyechnologyechnologyechnologyB.S. Glassboro State College

Monica L. HeppelMonica L. HeppelMonica L. HeppelMonica L. HeppelMonica L. HeppelDivision ChairDivision ChairDivision ChairDivision ChairDivision ChairBusiness, Education &Business, Education &Business, Education &Business, Education &Business, Education &Social ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceB.S. University of RochesterM.A. University of ArizonaPh.D. American University

Joseph L. HibbsJoseph L. HibbsJoseph L. HibbsJoseph L. HibbsJoseph L. HibbsDean of Student ServicesDean of Student ServicesDean of Student ServicesDean of Student ServicesDean of Student ServicesB.A. Montclair State CollegeM.Ed. University of Arizona

WWWWWalter Halter Halter Halter Halter H. Johnson. Johnson. Johnson. Johnson. JohnsonAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant Professorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessor, Humanities, Humanities, Humanities, Humanities, HumanitiesB.S. St. Joseph CollegeM.A. Villanova UniversityM.A. Simmons College

EmeritiRRRRRalph Walph Walph Walph Walph W. Jones. Jones. Jones. Jones. JonesAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant Professor I, Sciencerofessor I, Sciencerofessor I, Sciencerofessor I, Sciencerofessor I, ScienceB.S., Ed.M. Temple University

Jack L. LobbJack L. LobbJack L. LobbJack L. LobbJack L. LobbDean of Instruction &Dean of Instruction &Dean of Instruction &Dean of Instruction &Dean of Instruction &Academic ServicesAcademic ServicesAcademic ServicesAcademic ServicesAcademic ServicesB.S. Lock Haven UniversityM.A. Rutgers UniversityEd.S. Appalachian State UniversityEd.D. Virginia Polytechnic Institute &

State University

Kate MatherKate MatherKate MatherKate MatherKate MatherAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate ProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessorSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceB.A. Temple UniversityM.A. Villanova University

James C. McMillan, SrJames C. McMillan, SrJames C. McMillan, SrJames C. McMillan, SrJames C. McMillan, Sr.....Associate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate Professorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessor, Accounting, Accounting, Accounting, Accounting, AccountingB.S., M.B.A. New York University

Clair HClair HClair HClair HClair H. Miller. Miller. Miller. Miller. Miller, Jr, Jr, Jr, Jr, Jr.....Assistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant PAssistant Professorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessor, Accounting, Accounting, Accounting, Accounting, AccountingB.A. University of MississippiM.A. Rowan University

Philip S. PhelonPhilip S. PhelonPhilip S. PhelonPhilip S. PhelonPhilip S. PhelonPPPPPresidentresidentresidentresidentresidentA.B. Elon CollegeM.A., Ed.D. SUNY at Albany

FFFFFrank Phillips, IIIrank Phillips, IIIrank Phillips, IIIrank Phillips, IIIrank Phillips, IIIAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate PAssociate ProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessorSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceSocial ScienceB.A., M.S.W. Rutgers University

Johanna RoodeJohanna RoodeJohanna RoodeJohanna RoodeJohanna RoodePPPPProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessor, Nursing, Nursing, Nursing, Nursing, NursingB.S., M.A. Professional Diploma,

Columbia UniversityPh.D. State University of Utrecht

WWWWWilliam Jilliam Jilliam Jilliam Jilliam J. Sample. Sample. Sample. Sample. SamplePPPPPresidentresidentresidentresidentresidentA.B., A.M., Ph.D. Western Reserve University

John A. ViscegliaJohn A. ViscegliaJohn A. ViscegliaJohn A. ViscegliaJohn A. ViscegliaPPPPProfessorrofessorrofessorrofessorrofessor, Behaviorial Science, Behaviorial Science, Behaviorial Science, Behaviorial Science, Behaviorial ScienceB.S. Glassboro State CollegeM.S. University of PennsylvaniaEd.D. University of Maryland

Nathan MooneyCustodianA.S. Cumberland County College

Wilbert PfannererHVAC Refrigeration & Plumbing

Marion RosarioCustodian

Joshua SteelesmithMaintenance

Anthony VasquezCustodian

Mail RoomTodd SaulMail ClerkA.A. Cumberland County College

Patricia BorgeseMail Clerk

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From VinelandTravel west on Landis Avenue to the junction of Route 47 (DelseaDrive) intersection; make a left traveling south on Route 47; turnright onto Sherman Avenue (Route 552); drive approximatelyone mile to traffic light at College Drive, turn left; the college isabout one-half mile on the right.

From BridgetonTake Irving Avenue to Route 552 through Carmel approximately4 miles to traffic light at College Drive turn right; the college isabout one-half mile on the right.

From MillvilleDrive north on High Street to Route 47 (Delsea Drive); travelnorth on Route 47; turn left at traffic light onto College Drive;the college is about one-half mile on the left.

From PhiladelphiaFrom the Walt Whitman Bridge take Route 42 South; take Route55 South; take Exit 29 (Route 552-Bridgeton/South Vineland); makea right taking Route 552 East to traffic light at College Drive,turn right; the college is about one-half mile on the right.

From TrentonTake Route 206 South; take 295 South to Route 42 South forapproximately 2 miles; take Route 55 South to Exit 29 (Route552-Bridgeton/South Vineland); make a right taking Route 552 Eastto traffic light at College Drive, turn right; the college is aboutone-half mile on the right.

From New Jersey TurnpikeTo Exit 7; take 295 South to Route 42 South; travel approximately2 miles; take Route 55 South; take Exit 29 (Route 552-Bridgeton/South Vineland); make a right taking Route 552 East to traffic lightat College Drive; turn right; the college is about one-half mileon the right.

From Garden State ParkwayTake the Atlantic City Expressway North to Exit 12; take Route40W; travel through Malaga to Route 55 South; take Exit 29(Route 552-Bridgeton/South Vineland); make a right taking Route552 East to traffic light at College Drive, turn right; the collegeis about one-half mile on the right.

From Delaware Memorial BridgeTake Route 40 East; travel through Woodstown and Elmer toRoute 55 South; take Exit 29 (Route 552-Bridgeton/South Vineland);make a right taking Route 552 East to traffic light at CollegeDrive, turn right; college is about one-half mile on the right.

From Southern Cape May CountyDrive north on Route 47 to Route 55; travel on Route 55 toExit 29 (Route 552-Bridgeton/South Vineland); make a right takingRoute 552 East to traffic light at College Drive, turn right; collegeis about one-half mile on the right.

From Middle Cape May CountyProceed west on Route 49 to Route 55; travel on Route 55 toExit 29 (Route 552-Bridgeton/South Vineland); make a right takingRoute 552 East to traffic light at College Drive, turn right; collegeis one-half mile on the right.

Cumberland County is a pleasant, suburban/rural community that consists of three cities, one boroughand 10 townships. Located in the Southwest corner of New Jersey, the county is home to 130,000people.

The county is 40 miles from Philadelphia. New York City and Washington, D.C. are each about athree-hour drive. An abundance of recreational opportunities exist throughout the region and in thecounty, which is located on the Delaware Bay and within 35 miles of the Atlantic Coast beaches andthe casinos in Atlantic City.

Cumberland is characterized by an active arts community, a bustling shopping mall, a zoo thatfeatures Siberian tigers, vast historic wetlands, fertile farmlands and a rich glassblowing heritage. Prosports enthusiasts are 40 minutes away from the Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, 76ers and Phillies.

Money Magazine twice selected Cumberland County as one of the best places to live in NewJersey, and the National Association of Home Builders named this area one of the most affordablehousing markets in America.

The annual "Washington Monthly" ranking of America's best community colleges placedCumberland County College at number 29 in the nation, and the only community college in the "WashingtonMonthly" top 50 from all of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.

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College Calendar 2015-2016Fall 20159/1 Staff Orientation9/3 Semester Begins9/3-10 Add /Drop 100% Refund9/7 Labor Day - College Closed9/10 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade9/18 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund10/12 Columbus Day - College Closed10/14 Monday Class Schedule10/29 Development Day - No Classes/Labs11/10 Advisement/Assessment Day - No Classes/Labs11/26-29 Thanksgiving Holiday - College Closed12/3 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes12/17 Semester Ends

Winter 2015-16Session I - Online -5 Weeks12/18 Session Begins12/18-21Add/Drop 100% Refund12/21 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade12/21 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund1/15 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes1/21 Session Ends

Session II - 2 weeks1/4 Session Begins1/4 Add/Drop 100% Refund1/4 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade1/6 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund1/13 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes1/15 Session Ends

Spring 20161/19 Staff Orientation1/25 Semester Begins1/25-2/1Add/Drop 100% Refund2/1 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade2/8 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund2/15 Presidents' Day - College Closed2/25 Development Day - No Classes/Labs3/14-20 Spring Break - No Classes3/25-28 Easter Holiday - College Closed3/30 Monday Class Schedule4/5 Advisement/Assessment Day - No Classes/Labs4/29 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes5/14 Semester Ends5/19 Commencement

Summer 2016Session I - 4 weeks (Monday, Wednesday)5/23 Session Begins5/23-24 Add/Drop 100% Refund5/24 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade5/26 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund5/30 Memorial Day - College Closed6/16 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes6/20 Session Ends

Session II - 6 weeks (Tuesday, Thursday)5/24 Session Begins5/24-26 Add/Drop 100% Refund5/26 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade5/30 Memorial Day - College Closed5/31 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund6/27 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes6/30 Session Ends

Session III - 8 weeks (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)6/22 Session Begins6/22-27 Add/Drop 100% Refund6/27 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade7/1 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund7/4 Independence Day - College Closed8/10 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes8/17 Session Ends

Session IV - 6 weeks (Tuesday, Thursday)7/5 Session Begins7/5-7 Add/Drop 100% Refund7/7 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade7/11 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund8/5 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes8/11 Session Ends

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Fall 20169/1 Staff Orientation9/6 Semester Begins9/6-12 Add/Drop 100% Refund9/12 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade9/20 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund10/10 Columbus Day - College Closed10/19 Development Day - No Classes/Labs11/8 Advisement/Assessment Day - No Classes/Labs11/24-27 Thanksgiving Holiday - College Closed12/5 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes12/19 Semester Ends

Winter 2016-17Session I - Online -5 Weeks12/20 Session Begins12/20-21 Add/Drop 100% Refund12/21 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade1/4 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund1/18 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes1/22 Session Ends

Winter 2017Session II - 2 weeks1/2 Session Begins1/2 Add/Drop 100% Refund1/2 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade1/4 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund1/11 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes1/13 Session Ends

Spring 20171/17 Staff Orientation1/23 Semester Begins1/23-30 Add/Drop 100% Refund1/30 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade2/6 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund2/20 Presidents' Day - College Closed3/2 Development Day - No Classes/Labs3/13-19 Spring Break - No Classes4/4 Advisement/Assessment Day - No Classes/Labs4/14-17 Easter Holiday - College Closed4/19 Monday Class Schedule5/1 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes5/13 Semester Ends5/18 Commencement

Summer 2017Session I - 4 weeks (Monday, Wednesday)5/22 Session Begins5/22-23 Add/Drop 100% Refund5/23 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade5/25 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund5/29 Memorial Day - College Closed6/15 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes6/19 Session Ends

Session II - 6 weeks (Tuesday, Thursday)5/23 Session Begins5/23-25 Add/Drop 100% Refund5/25 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade5/29 Memorial Day - College Closed5/30 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund6/22 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes6/29 Session Ends

Session III - 8 weeks (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)6/21 Session Begins6/21-26 Add/Drop 100% Refund6/26 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade6/30 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund7/4 Independence Day - College Closed8/7 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes8/14 Session Ends

Session IV - 6 weeks (Tuesday, Thursday)7/6 Session Begins7/6-10 Add/Drop 100% Refund7/10 Last Day to Change To/From Audit Grade7/13 Last Day to Withdraw with 50% Refund8/10 Last Day to Withdraw from Classes8/15 Session Ends

College Calendar 2016-2017

1. Administration BuildingAlumni/FoundationAssessment, Planning & ResearchBoard RoomCommunications & MarketingHuman ResourcesPresidentVice President, Academic Affairs &

Student ServicesVice President, Finance &

Administrative Services

2. Academic BuildingClassroomsMathematics OfficesBusiness, Education &

Social Sciences DivisionGED/ESLSTEM/Health Division

3. Computer Classroom, LabsComputer Labs 1-4

4. Academic Support LabsASLM (Math)

5. Luciano Conference CenterBanquet RoomConference Center OfficesExecutive Board RoomMeeting RoomsForum Room

6. Guaracini Arts CenterArt GalleryArt StudioClassroomsArts & Humanities DivisionLuciano TheatreS1-S3 Music StudioBox Office

13. Alampi Science BuildingAgricultureCAD & EngineeringHorticultureScience OfficesScience Laboratories

14. Central Plant -Shipping & Receiving

15. Bus Stop

16. Center for Workforce &Economic Development (CWED)

Parking LotsA, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M

Off-Campus SitesClay College, 108 High St., Millville

Paula J. Ring Education Center10 Buck Street, Millville

STEAMworks46 E. Commerce Street, Bridgeton

Campus Map7. University Center

ClassroomsUniversity Partners’ Offices

8. LibraryInformation CommonsTechnology Training CenterGroup RoomsHolocaust Collection

9. Network Operations Center

10. Student & Enrollment ServicesCenter - InformationAdmissions & RegistrationAdvisement, Transfer & Career ServicesBookstoreBursarCenter for Academic & Student SuccessCumberland CaféEducational Opportunity Fund (EOF)Financial AidInformation CenterInformation DeskSafety & SecurityStudent ActivitiesStudent SenateStudent Support Services

11. Dr. Charles Cunningham Bldg.GymnasiumAthletic OfficeFitness CenterLocker Rooms

12. Navone HealthcareEducation CenterWheaton BuildingSimulation LabsNursing OfficesRadiography OfficesHealthcare OfficesComputer Lab

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