May 30, 2024  
2023-2024 Catalog 
  
2023-2024 Catalog

Course Descriptions


This section includes a list of the credit courses offered at the College. Not all courses are offered each term. Credit Course Schedules for the spring, summer and fall show which courses are offered during those terms. Three letters followed by three digits and two digits or letters label each course offered by the College. The three letters designate the discipline area of the course. For instance, EGL = English and MAT = mathematics. The three digits indicate the title of the course. The last two digits designate the section or delivery method of the course. Courses are listed according to subject area, which are listed alphabetically. Courses with numbers of 100 or less carry credits but may not be used to satisfy degree or certificate requirements. Their primary purpose is to prepare students for subsequent college level courses.

  • Prerequisites are courses, certifications, assessment test scores, qualifications for enrollment in other courses, such as eligibility for EGL101, or other measurable activities which must be successfully completed prior to enrollment in the course. Prerequisites are courses which must be completed with a grade of “C” or higher prior to enrollment in the course.
  • Corequisites are courses that must be taken simultaneously or prior to enrollment in the specific course.

Note: Students are expected to read and write at a college level for all courses except the developmental courses.

English and Mathematics Requirement

It is strongly recommended that all students complete both mathematics and an English course within their first 12 credit hours. To ensure maximum success, mathematics and English courses should be taken during consecutive terms until the sequence is completed. All students must have begun their English and mathematics sequences by completion of their first 30 credit hours or registration will be blocked until the student meets with an academic advisor to see if an exemption is in order.

General Education Course Codes

The following codes are used in the course descriptions to identify elective courses that satisfy the General Education Core Requirements:

Course Code Interpretation
E English Composition
H Arts and Humanities
I Interdisciplinary and Emerging Issues
M Mathematics
SL Science with Lab
S Science
SS Behavior and Social Sciences
 

Accounting

  
  • ACC 101 - Accounting I


    Accounting I introduces the concepts and practices used in financial accounting. Topics studied include the use of journals and ledgers as well as the preparation of financial statements. Additional topics studies include cash, accounts and notes receivable, merchandise inventory, depreciation, current liabilities, and principles. Procedures for maintaining the records for service and merchandise firms are emphasized.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ACC 102 - Accounting II


    Accounting II develops financial and managerial accounting concepts related to generally accepted accounting principles, the conceptual framework of accounting and the objectives of financial reporting, long term liabilities, the statement of cash flows, financial statement analysis, introductory management accounting, manufacturing accounting, and job order and process accounting are studied.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 101  (grade of C or higher)
  
  • ACC 103 - QuickBooks®


    Semester Offered: fall only
    QuickBooks will teach students the concepts and techniques of recording various business transactions, including sales, receivables, payables, and payroll.  Various accounting reports and end of period accounting procedures for both a service and merchandising accounting system are covered. Procedures for converting a manual accounting system to a computerized system are covered. 
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 101  
  
  • ACC 201 - Accounting III


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Accounting III is designed to provide the student with a thorough knowledge of the components of financial statements. Using Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) pronouncements and guidelines, the complex relationship between reporting methods and statements is examined. Other topics studied include asset valuations, revenue recognition, inventory valuation, acquisition and disposal of property, plant and equipment, depreciation and depletion, and intangibles.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 102  
  
  • ACC 203 - Tax Accounting


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Tax Accounting is an in-depth study of the procedures for filing federal income tax forms at the personal level. Topics include forms, schedules and statements that support the return. In addition to theory lectures, students are given opportunity to apply the concepts and principles through preparation of simulated tax returns. Students are also given an opportunity to prepare individual returns using a tax software package. Related state income tax concepts are studied.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 (ACC 101 )
  
  • ACC 204 - Payroll Accounting


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Payroll Accounting is a basic course in computerized payroll fundamentals, including computing and paying wages and salaries as well as analyzing and journalizing payroll transactions. In addition, the legal aspects of social security, income tax withholding and unemployment compensation taxes will be covered. The course includes the completion of a payroll project.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093  
  
  • ACC 205 - Business Spreadsheet Applications


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Business Spreadsheet Applications students perform accounting data analysis using EXCEL spread sheeting. Templates provided in the software package are used in some of the applications while students will need to prepare their own templates for other applications. Applications include, but are not limited to, comparative financial statements, comparing of ratios and other analytical data, preparation of budgets and miscellaneous spread sheeting applications.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 (ACC 101 )

Agriculture

  
  • AGR 103 - Introduction to Agriculture (I), (S)


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Introduction to Agriculture (I), (S) provides an overview of the fields of agriculture study; the history of human society and agriculture, an introduction to the study of plants, animals, soil and technologies used in modern agriculture. Modern issues involving agriculture will also be addressed. 3 credits
     
    Credits: 3
  
  • AGR 201 - College Based Work Experience-AGR


    This course provides students an opportunity to participate in a supervised work environment with local employers in their area of study. Several programs at Cecil College offer a College Based Work Experience Program (CBWEP). Students who plan to enroll in CBWEP should speak with faculty in their major or contact Career Services for further information.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): GPA of 2.0 and completion of all relevant courses as listed in the program option

Anthropology

  
  • ANT 101 - Cultural Anthropology (SS)


    Cultural Anthropology is an introduction to the basic concepts involved in analyzing human experience in religion, kinship, and political systems, as well as mating, marriage, and other cultural characteristics. Anthropological methods which relate to the study of small-scale and large-scale societies will be examined and discussed.
    Credits: 3
    Corequisite(s): EGL 093 

Art

  
  • ART 101 - Fundamentals of Design I (H)


    Fundamentals of Design I provides an introductory study of two-dimensional design. It deals with the organization of the graphic elements in effective, unified designs, whether in photography, fine arts, commercial art or everyday life. Included is a brief introduction to color theory. This course is valuable for persons anticipating a career in art, photography, media technology, or education.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 105 - Illustration, Materials, and Techniques


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Illustration, Materials, and Techniques is a studio course which introduces students to a variety of materials and techniques appropriate for use in the field of illustration. Topics may include: charcoal, graphite pencil, color pencil, pastel, inks, markers, scratchboard, various paints, printmaking techniques, collage and airbrush. Previous experience in drawing is highly recommended before enrolling for this course.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Previous drawing experience
  
  • ART 110 - Color (H)


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Color is a studio course which serves as an introduction to the varied relationships and qualities of color in regard to the visual world. Assignments explore both physical and psychological aspects of color theory. This course is valuable for anyone interested in the fine/commercial arts, or in understanding how color can affect our behavior and observations.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 130 - Beginning Drawing (H)


    Beginning Drawing introduces students to basic drawing concepts, techniques, materials and the development of observational skills. The course focuses on descriptive value, composition, visual and spatial relationships, linear and aerial perspective, volumetric forms, subject and content using a variety of black and white media. Course includes vocabulary development, critical analysis activities, and reference to historic and contemporary models of drawing. Emphasis is on observational drawing.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 140 - Painting I (H)


    Painting I introduces students to various approaches to painting in oils in the studio. It is intended for the beginning painter with little or no background in painting. Technical skills are developed through demonstrations, structured assignments, lectures, and critiques.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 141 - Survey of Art History (H)


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Survey of Art History is a survey course which explores art forms and aesthetic intentions from prehistory to the present. The course of study parallels the development of Western Civilization and emphasizes the relationship of art forms to that development. Major emphasis is on painting, sculpture, and architecture. The course may include museum trips.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093  
  
  • ART 150 - Art Appreciation and Museum Studies (H)


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Art Appreciation and Museum Studies is a discussion/lecture course with topics that include the historical context of artworks, specific artists, styles and movements. This course also examines the personal, historical and societal influences on artists as well as aesthetic intent and methods. This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the achievements and relevance of the fine arts.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 152 - Sculpture I (H)


    Sculpture I introduces students to the basic materials and techniques used in creating sculptural forms. Emphasis is on the development of form recognition and comprehension in the third dimension. Basic shapes encountered in daily activities are used as the building blocks in the development and construction of more complex sculptural forms. Starting with projects using both additive and subtractive methods, the basic human structure will be explored. Projects using both realistic and free-form concepts will be considered.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 160 - Beginning Ceramics (H)


    Beginning Ceramics introduces the student to processes, tools, and aesthetics of ceramic forms, both functional and sculptural.  Students explore various hand-building, wheel-throwing, decorating, glazing, and firing techniques. Studio performance concerning technical, aesthetic, and skill development is stressed.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 161 - Ceramics/Japanese/Raku


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Ceramics/Japanese/Raku is a short course which introduces students to contemporary approaches and the historical background of raku. Students will learn basic techniques used to construct, glaze, and fire raku pottery. Previous experience in clay is recommended.
    Credits: 1
  
  • ART 162 - Ceramic/Color Clay


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Ceramic/Color Clay is a studio course which introduces the student to a wide potential for the use of color clay bodies. The course will cover the creation of various color clay bodies, forming techniques, and its use in jewelry, sculpture, and functional ware.
    Credits: 1
  
  • ART 163 - Ceramics/Masks and Self-Portraits


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Ceramics/Masks and Self-Portraits is a studio course on the design and creation of clay masks and self-portraits. The course explores the development of the mask in relationship to its historical use in rituals and ceremonies of various cultures. The course also focuses on the creation of the self-portrait as a symbolic and psychological statement.
    Credits: 1
  
  • ART 164 - Ceramics/Small Sculpture


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Ceramics/Small Sculpture is a studio course designed to expose students to a variety of techniques for creating small sculpture from clay. Along with the technical aspects of working with clay, firing and non-firing methods of completing the sculptures are discussed.
    Credits: 1
  
  • ART 167 - Ceramics/Japanese Raku


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Ceramics/Japanese Raku introduces students to contemporary approaches to the art of Raku as well as the historical relationship to Japanese ritual tea ceremonies and the philosophy of Zen. Students will learn appropriate construction, decorating, firing and post-firing techniques as well as glaze formulation and kiln construction. Previous experience in clay is recommended.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 178 - Art Appreciation (H)


    Art Appreciation introduces the visual arts and elevates cultural enrichment and personal growth. The course begins with an inquiry into the meaning of art and the role of art in society and continues with an examination art’s formal qualities. Students learn how to think critically about art through the application of visual principles. A global perspective of art history is presented, and contemporary issues in art are investigated. A museum visit (or virtual museum visit with permission) and responsive research paper are required.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093 
  
  • ART 179 - Surface Design for Ceramics


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Surface Design for Ceramics explores a variety of surface techniques for ceramics. The elements and principles of design will be discussed and utilized to create surface designs for ceramic forms. Students will explore techniques to manipulate form and surface throughout the stages of the ceramic process. This course includes techniques for greenware and bisqueware as well as post-firing techniques. Students will mix glazes and experiment with materials for low and mid-fire temperatures. The relationship between form and surface will be emphasized.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 160  
  
  • ART 180 - Basic Photography (H)


    Basic Photography introduces students to the fundamental aesthetics and techniques of photography, to the practice of creative thinking, and to communication through visual imagery. Digital cameras and digital imaging work stations are available for student use in class.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 181 - Introduction to Movie Making (H)


    Introduction to Movie Making is an introduction to the theory and practice of movie making with electronic video technology. Topics include creative concept development, production planning, capturing, and editing for artistic expression. Students work in a hands-on environment to develop and produce short movies.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 182 - Sculpture II


    Sculpture II is a continuation of ART 152 - Sculpture I (H) , which explores various materials and techniques used in creating sculpture. Emphasis is placed on the further development of technical skills, aesthetic understanding, solutions to sculptural problems, and a personal approach to sculpture. Students will explore their ideas from the initial sketch, through model development, to project completion. This course will integrate techniques learned in other art disciplines.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 152 
  
  • ART 183 - Digital Illustration I


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Digital Illustration I teaches traditional illustration methods combined with computer illustration techniques to enable students to learn contemporary professional illustration practices. Emphasis is placed on creative concept development, composition, design, research, workflow, drawing techniques for hand and computer, and portfolio production. Topics include fine art illustration, still life illustration, product illustration, book illustration, and editorial illustration. Previous drawing experience is preferred.
    Credits: 4
  
  • ART 194 - Wheel-Thrown Ceramics (H)


    Wheel-Thrown Ceramics introduces students to the pottery wheel with emphasis on the skill development of throwing techniques. The course will focus on the development of personal style, perfection of thrown forms and craftsmanship. A wide range of pottery forms and surface treatments will be studied and applied to the work made. Students will be given a foundation in the history, aesthetic, and technical aspects of working with clay on the potter’s wheel. Students will explore the pottery wheel as a tool for construction in conjunction with other building techniques.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 195 - Integrated Arts


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Integrated Arts introduces students to the areas of dance, literary arts, music, theatre, and the visual arts. Students will learn the knowledge and skills of each art form and how these disciplines can be integrated into classroom instruction. Consideration is given to the current research and influences of arts education. This experience will enhance self-expression and foster a better understanding of the role that the arts play in teaching and learning. This course meets the integrated arts requirements of the Maryland State Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT).
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EDU 101  or EDU 131  
  
  • ART 196 - Wheel-Thrown Ceramics II


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Wheel-Thrown Ceramics II expands on the skills introduced in Wheel-Thrown Ceramics. Emphasis is placed on advanced techniques for throwing and decorating surfaces. The course encourages developing a personal style as well as refining craftsmanship and thrown forms. Students will utilize the pottery wheel as a tool for construction in conjunction with other building techniques. Students are expected to explore the creative potential of the medium in relationship to concepts, aesthetics and function.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 194  
  
  • ART 201 - Three-Dimensional Design (H)


    Three-Dimensional Design is a studio course that introduces students to various aspects of three-dimensional design. Students deal with the application of design concepts to three-dimensional problems. Individual creative approaches to materials and techniques are encouraged.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 101 
  
  • ART 230 - Drawing II (H)


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Drawing II builds on Drawing I by concentrating on long-term assignments in the studio. It is intended for those students with previous experience in drawing. Emphasis is on experimentation with materials and individual expression. Students will study approaches taken by various artists to develop a series of related works.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 130  
  
  • ART 231 - Portrait Drawing


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Portrait Drawing is an introductory class exploring basic mechanical and expressive components of portraiture. Emphasis is on solid structure and disciplined characterization. Instruction deals with form and structure in the first half of the course, and expression and characterization in the second half. Previous drawing experience is highly recommended before enrolling in this course.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 232 - Figure Drawing


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Figure Drawing is an introductory course in drawing the human figure. The first half of the course emphasizes accuracy in proportion and achieving solid form and structure; the second half deals with characterization. Projects will deal with the form and structure of the body, as well as subjective aspects of the pose. Previous drawing experience is highly recommended before enrolling in this course.
    Credits: 3
  
  • ART 240 - Painting II (H)


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Painting II is a studio course concerned with the further development of compositional organization, technical skills, and color usage. Emphasis is on individualized approaches to painting and personal exploration with reference to past and contemporary artists. Students are encouraged to experiment with combinations of media and techniques for exploration in representational, abstract, and non-objective work. This course is intended for the student with previous painting experience.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 140  
  
  • ART 242 - Survey of Modern Art History (H)


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Survey of Modern Art History explores the development of the art of Western Civilization, specifically painting, sculpture, and architecture. Emphasis is placed on 19th and 20th century art and aesthetic intentions, as well as their roots in the late 18th century. The course examines works of art that are most characteristic of each period and discusses questions such as: Why do we create art? What influences our choice of imagery? How does knowledge of the past help us to understand the art of the present?
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093  
  
  • ART 260 - Intermediate Ceramics (H)


    Intermediate Ceramics (H) examines personal approaches to clay building and decorating and the creative potential of the medium in relationship to concept, function, and aesthetics. Major emphasis is on the development of skills, ideas, personal style, areas of special interest, and on the refinement of forms and craftsmanship.  This course includes an introduction to glaze mixing and firing theory.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 160  
  
  • ART 261 - Advanced Ceramics


    Advanced Ceramics expands on personal approaches to clay building and decorating from Intermediate Ceramics. This course focuses on the further development of skills, ideas, style, areas of special interest, and on the refinement of forms and craftsmanship. Experimentation with form development, surface decoration, and personal symbolism is emphasized.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 260 
  
  • ART 291 - Portfolio Production I


    Portfolio Production I provides an opportunity for advanced art students to concentrate on building portfolios in individual areas of interest to further their educational, career and personal goals. Students will create a focused body of artwork to produce a portfolio.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 101 
  
  • ART 292 - Portfolio Production II


    Portfolio Production II provides an opportunity for advanced art students to concentrate on building an in-depth portfolio in individual areas of interest to further their educational, career and personal goals. Students will create a focused body of artwork to produce a portfolio.
    Credits: 2
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 101 
  
  • ART 293 - Professional Portfolio Production


    Professional Portfolio Production enables art majors who have completed 18 credit hours of art courses to concentrate on creating a Capstone Portfolio of artwork, images, and written documentation to prepare for application to a transfer institution and/or for personal or career goals. With guidance from an instructor, students create a cohesive body of work to produce a professional portfolio and a capstone art exhibit that is presented to the community.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 101  
  
  • ART 296 - Wheel-Thrown Ceramics III


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Wheel-Thrown Ceramics III expands on the skills introduced in Wheel-Thrown Ceramics II. Emphasis is on the further development of thrown forms and surface decoration techniques. Students will create a body of work demonstrating refinement of thrown forms, craftsmanship, advanced throwing techniques.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): ART 196  

Assessment of Prior Learning

  
  • APL 270 - Assessment of Prior Learning: Portfolio Construction


    Assessment of Prior Learning: Portfolio Construction provides the opportunity for the student to develop a portfolio for prior learning to be assessed for college credit. The student will be shown how to articulate, evaluate, and document this learning, organize it into courses, establish interconnections between theory and practice, and present it for evaluation by faculty experts.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite(s) and Corequisite(s): Documented employment in career area for which assessment is being done and overall GPA of at least 2.0

Astronomy

  
  • AST 103 - Principles of Astronomy (SL)


    Principles of Astronomy (SL) provides the basic concepts of the astronomical study of the universe the relationship of Earth to the universe.  The scientific principles needed to understand the concepts in astronomy are presented and include Newton’s laws of motion and of universal gravitation, the nature of light, spectroscopy, atomic structure, special relativity, thermonuclear reactions, and general relativity.  Topics include the solar system, the sun and other stars, galaxies, and modern ideas in cosmology.  Appropriate laboratory exercises and at-home activities are integrated into the course. 
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 092 or MAT 097  
    Corequisite(s): EGL 093  

Biology

  
  • BIO 101 - General Biology (S)


    General Biology (S) introduces the student to the basic biological principles common to all living things, with emphasis on evolution, molecular biology, diversity, ecology, physiology and genetics.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 092 or MAT 097  
    Corequisite(s): EGL 101  
  
  • BIO 103 - Introduction to Zoology (S)


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Introduction to Zoology (S) will study the animal kingdom, methods of classification, evolution, genetics, comparative anatomy, physiology and behavior of various animal groups.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 093 or MAT 097  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 113 , EGL 101  
  
  • BIO 104 - Botany: An Intro to Horticulture (S)


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Botany: Introduction to Horticulture (S) will study the structure, function, reproduction and propagation of plants. Topics will include anatomy, classification, physiological processes and requirements for life. The course will include studies designed to understand currently relevant topics such as biodiversity, the health of the Chesapeake Bay vegetation, and biotechnology.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 093 or MAT 095, EGL 093  or placement into college level Math and English
    Corequisite(s): BIO 114 , EGL 101  
  
  • BIO 111 - General Biology Lab


    General Biology Lab is a laboratory course designed to actively involve the student in the process of science. The student will perform experimental activities in the field or lab that study ecology, molecular biology, and genetics using team work and scientific instrumentation.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 092 or MAT 097  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 101  
  
  • BIO 113 - Introduction to Zoology Lab


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Introduction to Zoology Lab will reinforce and expand on topics covered in the co-requisite course of Introduction to Zoology. This course will include laboratory and field work, including dissections and observations of animal behavior
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): BIO 103  
  
  • BIO 114 - Botany: Intro to Horticulture Lab


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Botany: Introduction to Horticulture Lab provides a hands-on and field experience to complement the studies of Botany: Introduction to Horticulture.  The emphasis will be on the anatomy and identification of plants and familiarity with their growth habits, accompanied by exposure to native plants and invasive species.
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): BIO 104  
  
  • BIO 123 - Foundations of Nutrition (S)


    Foundations of Nutrition (S) introduces the non-science major to the basic nutritional principles used to prepare a sound diet and live a healthy nutrition lifestyle. Particular emphasis is placed on: food origins/ethnic foods, general food groups, fuel nutrients, diet analysis and energy expenditure, food safety, societal and fad eating trends and their relationship to health.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 093 or MAT 096
    Corequisite(s): EGL 093 , MAT 097  
  
  • BIO 130 - Principles of Biology I (S)


    Principles of Biology I (S) is the first semester of a two-semester general biology sequence designed for students majoring in areas of science or health science. Basic principles of biology will be studied with emphasis on cellular and molecular biology.
    Credits: 3
    Corequisite(s): EGL 101 , MAT 191  or MAT 127  
  
  • BIO 131 - Principles of Biology I Lab


    Principles of Biology I Lab is the first semester of a two-semester general biology laboratory sequence designed for students majoring in areas of science or health science. Students will develop and perform experiments involving molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, and cell biology. 
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): BIO 130  
  
  • BIO 132 - Principles of Biology II (S)


    Principles of Biology II (S) is the second semester of a two-semester general biology sequence designed for students majoring in areas of science or health science. Basic principles of biology will be studied with emphasis on evolution, classification of life forms and their environments, ethology, and ecology of populations and communities.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 130 BIO 131 , MAT 191  
  
  • BIO 133 - Principles of Biology II Lab


    Principles of Biology Lab II is the second semester of a two-semester general biology laboratory sequence designed for students majoring in areas of science or health science.  Students will perform experimental activities in the lab and field that include the study of evolution, organismal diversity and their environments, ethology, and ecology of populations and communities.
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): BIO 132  
  
  • BIO 135 - Human Biology (S)


    Human Biology (S) will survey the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the organ systems in the human body. The overriding theme of this course is keeping the body in balance (homeostasis).  The role of socio-economic and racial /ethnic factors in human health will be discussed. This course is not appropriate for students entering a health care program.
    Credits: 3
    Corequisite(s): EGL 101  
  
  • BIO 145 - Human Biology Lab


    Human Biology Laboratory provides a hands-on approach to learning the basic structure of organs and the primary functions of the major organ systems of the human body.  The role of the microbiota will be investigated.  Prelabs, models, microscopic material, dissection material, and lab activities will all be used to provide content. This course is not appropriate for students entering a healthcare program.
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): BIO 135  
  
  • BIO 200 - Microbiology (S)


    Microbiology (S) surveys the roles of microorganisms in today’s environment. We examine the history and development of microbiology, survey the diversity of microbes, and compare the structures of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. Metabolic processes such as fermentation, photosynthesis, aerobic and anaerobic respiration are studied. Beneficial microbes and epidemiology are discussed. We will examine the growing role of microbes, through bioengineering and immunology, in maintaining our environmental and personal health.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 097  
    Corequisite(s): EGL 101  
  
  • BIO 203 - Nutrition


    Nutrition studies the principles of nutrition and their application in both health and disease and throughout the life cycle. The course is intended primarily for students going into nursing or related fields.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 101  or BIO 130  or BIO 208 
  
  • BIO 208 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (S)


    Human Anatomy and Physiology I (S) studies the structural and functional organization of the human organism with initial emphasis on the concepts of homeostasis and levels of organization. This is followed by a brief survey of histology and then the study of four organ systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous. It is strongly recommended that students take an introductory Biology course before enrolling in an Anatomy and Physiology course.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 097   
    Corequisite(s): BIO 218 , EGL 101  
  
  • BIO 209 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (S)


    Human Anatomy and Physiology II (S) completes the sequence of study of the human body by studying the following organ systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive. Relevant topics of metabolism, electrolyte balance and human genetics and development are included.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 208 , BIO 218 , and MAT 097  
  
  • BIO 210 - Microbiology Lab


    Microbiology Lab introduces the student to methods for studying microbes including various types of microscopy, staining techniques, transformation and culture methods. Students will participate in lab experiments that stress the importance of microbe diversity, their unique physical and chemical growth requirements, and appropriate identification processes. Students are required to spend additional time in the lab to monitor lab results on non-lab days.
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): BIO 200  
  
  • BIO 213 - College Based Work Experience- BIO


    College Based Work Experience-BIO provides the opportunity for a student to obtain work experience that is productive in nature and an essential part of the overall educative process. The work assignment is related to the student’s field of study and/or career interests
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): GPA of 2.0 and completion of all relevant courses as listed in the program option
  
  • BIO 218 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab


    Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab reinforces the topics covered in the lecture course BIO 208 with hands-on activities.  Students will use models, wall charts, microscopes, dissections and experimental observations. Students will study basic histology as well as the structure and function of the skin, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. It is strongly recommended that students take an introductory Biology course before enrolling in an Anatomy and Physiology course.
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): BIO 208  
  
  • BIO 219 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab


    Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab uses models, microscopes, dissections and experimental observations to reinforce topics in the endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive systems.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 218  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 209  
  
  • BIO 222 - Genetics


    Semester Offered: Every Other Spring - Odd
    Genetics focuses on the areas of transmission, molecular, individual and population genetics.  The following topics are emphasized:  inheritance patterns; gene expression; gene regulation; biotechnology; genetic basis of disease; developmental genetics; and population genetics.  This course provides a foundation for students pursuing advanced studies in biology, molecular biology or biochemistry, biotechnology, and health sciences
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 130  and BIO 131  or BIO 101  and BIO 111  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 232  
  
  • BIO 232 - Genetics Lab


    Semester Offered: Every Other Spring - Odd
    Genetics Lab is a laboratory experience to accompany BIO 222 Genetics lecture.  It focuses on application of genetic principles and experimental laboratory approaches to both classical and molecular genetics.  Emphasis is on transmission genetics; molecular genetics; population genetics; and comparative proteomics.  Student hands-on experience may include DNA analysis, PCR, Western blots, protein analysis and simulations to reinforce the topics covered in the lecture. This course will prepare students to employ the techniques used in genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 130  and BIO 131  and BIO 101  and BIO 111  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 222  

Biological Laboratory Skills

  
  • BLS 101 - Biological Laboratory Skills (SL)


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Biological Laboratory Skills (SL) introduces the student to applicable laboratory skills and theories such as laboratory metrics and conversions, laboratory notebook maintenance, Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P’s) and labelling, laboratory safety, microscopy, pipetting, solution production, centrifugation, spectrophotometry, sterilization, aseptic technique and tissue culture.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 097  and EGL 093  

Biotechnology

  
  • BIP 101 - Introduction to Biotechnology (SL)


    Semester Offered: Every Other Fall - Even
    Introduction to Biotechnology studies the principles and applications of biotechnology.  Topics include genes and gene regulation, protein production, and recombinant DNA technologies.  These technologies are discussed as they apply to plants and animals, the medical field, forensics, and the environment.  The laboratory portion will include biotechnology techniques and experiments designed to reinforce concepts discussed in lecture.
    Credits: 4
    Corequisite(s): BIO 130 BIO 131 EGL 101 MAT 127  or MAT 191  
  
  • BIP 102 - Biotechnology Laboratory Techniques (SL)


    Semester Offered: Every Other Spring - Odd
    Biotechnology Laboratory Techniques (SL) studies the current techniques and applications in biotechnology. Topics include laboratory skills, cell culture, microbiology, DNA structure and analysis, bacterial transformation, plasmid purification, PCR, protein structure and analysis, immunological applications, and research foundations. These techniques and applications are discussed while applying them to research, agriculture, plants, animals, food science, humans and health, forensics, and the environment. The laboratory portion will include biotechnology techniques and applications that reinforce the concepts discussed in lecture. 
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BIP 101  
    Corequisite(s): BIO 132  
  
  • BIP 201 - Introduction to Bioprocessing (SL)


    Semester Offered: Every Other Fall - Even
    Introduction to Bioprocessing (SL) introduces the techniques and processes necessary for the production of biological products.  Biomanufacturing practices, including both upstream and downstream processing, will be discussed with hands-on application of these concepts.  Students will grow bacterial and/or mammalian cells in culture in order to produce purified products in compliance with biomanufacturing industry standards. 
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BIP 102  
  
  • BIP 202 - College Based Work Experience-BIP


    Semester Offered: Every Other Spring - Odd
    This course provides students an opportunity to participate in a supervised work environment with local employers in their area of study. Several programs at Cecil College offer a College Based Work Experience Program (CBWEP). Students who plan to enroll in CBWEP should speak with faculty in their major or contact Career Services for further information.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): GPA of 2.0 and completion of all relevant courses as listed in the program option.

Business

  
  • BUS 103 - Introduction to Business


    Introduction to Business provides an overview of the major functional areas of business and our economic systems. Organizational areas include business systems, management, human resources, marketing, production, and operations and information. Blended throughout the course are business-world trends of the growth of international business, the significance of small business, the continuing growth of the service sector, the need to manage information and communication technology and the role of ethics and social responsibility. This course should be taken early in the student’s program.
    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 108 - Principles of Purchasing


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Principles of Purchasing examines the purchasing process including inventory control, price determination, vendor selection, negotiation techniques, and ethical issues. This course will also provide an overview of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, which covers simplified acquisition procedures (SAP).
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093  
  
  • BUS 131 - Principles of Management


    Semester Offered: evening in spring only
    Principles of Management introduces the various principles and theories associated with management. Ethical and practical considerations are integrated through the use of lectures and the studying of management cases.
    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 187 - Business Ethics


    Semester Offered: evening in spring only
    Business Ethics focuses on an examination of typical ethical dilemmas encountered in the business environment. Ethical theories and principles are studied as a foundation for resolving ethical challenges. Through selected readings and classic and contemporary case studies, students will develop skills to identify pertinent aspects of various ethical dilemmas, identify stakeholders, apply a model for decision making, and evaluate the consequences of actions or inaction.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 101 
  
  • BUS 190 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Introduction to Entrepreneurship introduces students to the process of creating, identifying, evaluating and financing an entrepreneurial venture. Students gain insight into the characteristics, attitudes, habits, and behaviors of successful entrepreneurs. Students learn to craft an idea, good or service into a marketable product.
    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 191 - Introduction to Finance


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Introduction to Finance addresses fundamental concepts in financial management such as security markets, interest rates, taxes, risk analysis, time value of money, valuation models and related global issues. This course explains how financial managers help maximize the value of a firm by making capital budgeting, cost of capital and capital structure decisions.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 093 or MAT 097  
  
  • BUS 193 - Introduction to Hospitality Management


    Introduction to Hospitality Management provides an overview of the structure and financial performances of the hospitality industry, food and lodging, resorts, tourism enterprises, attractions, and related operations. Introduces customer service, cultural/economic trends, and career opportunities in the hospitality industry.
    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 207 - Introduction to Public Relations


    Introduction to Public Relations introduces the student to the study of public relations, a distinctive management function which establishes and maintains mutual lines of communication between an organization and its public.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093 
  
  • BUS 210 - Business Law


    Business Law covers topics including the sources of law, the regulatory environment, and the growing legal considerations involved with commercial activity. Emphasis is placed on contract law, personal property law, sales, and the use of the uniform commercial code. Case analysis and outside reading assignments are also used throughout the course.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093 
  
  • BUS 212 - Principles of Marketing


    Semester Offered: evening in fall only
    Principles of Marketing emphasizes the growing field of marketing. Topics studied include product service planning, marketing information management, purchasing, pricing, promotion, selling, risk management, finance, and distribution. Applicable ethics to this field are studied and discussed. In addition to the class lectures, videos and films are used to emphasize the principles. Students participate in case analysis and various marketing projects. Familiarity with computer applications, including Internet operations and some word processing, is essential for success in this course.
    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 216 - Organizational Leadership


    Organizational Leadership is a study of the characteristics and traits constituting effective leadership and its impact on organizations. Students will review the history of leadership, the various theories of leadership, and topics on organizational behavior, personality, and attitudes related to work. Additional topics studied include work motivation, interpersonal communication, use of teams and groups in organizations, and group dynamics. Also included is a review and discussion of past and current writings of various leaders.
    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 231 - Management of Human Resources


    Semester Offered: evening in spring only
    Management of Human Resources provides the student an opportunity to learn the fundamental concepts of human resource management and to apply those concepts to current management practices through appropriate management problem solving situations, projects, and case studies. Topics studied include, but are not limited to, equal employment opportunity, job requirements, human resources planning and recruitment, selection of personnel, career development, appraising and improving performance, compensation, incentives and employee benefits, safety and health concerns, labor relations and collective bargaining, and creating high performance work systems.
    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 242 - Advertising


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Advertising examines the fundamentals of advertising as it relates to marketing promotions. This course addresses planning, creating, executing, and monitoring integrated advertising campaigns. Specific topics include print media, broadcast media, copywriting, and international advertising.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 212  
  
  • BUS 243 - Personal Selling


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Personal Selling is an integral part of the promotional mix. In today’s highly competitive market, an effective sales approach which focuses on defining customer’s needs, explaining product value, and ultimately having the customer’s joint agreement in said value is essential to a successful business.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 212  
  
  • BUS 273 - College Based Work Experience - BUS


    College Based Work Experience-BUS provides students an opportunity to participate in a supervised work environment with local employers in their area of study. Several programs at Cecil College offer a College Based Work Experience Program (CBWEP). Students who plan to enroll in CBWEP should speak with faculty in their major or contact Career Services for further information.
    Credits: 3

Chemistry

  
  • CHM 103 - General Chemistry I (S)


    General Chemistry I (S) studies the fundamental principles of chemistry including measurement, atomic structure, stoichiometry, energy relationships, chemical bonding, molecular structure, and gases.
    Credits: 3
    Corequisite(s): CHM 113 , EGL 101 , MAT 191  or MAT 127  
  
  • CHM 104 - General Chemistry II (S)


    General Chemistry II is a continuation of General Chemistry I. Topics include solutions, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, equilibria in aqueous solution, chemical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and coordination chemistry.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 103 , CHM 113  
    Corequisite(s): CHM 114  
  
  • CHM 107 - Introduction to Chemistry in Society (SL)


    Semester Offered: fall only
    Introduction to Chemistry in Society (SL) is specially designed for non-STEM majors to acquaint them with the fundamental concepts of Chemistry and its relationship to the real world.  Chemical principles will be used to explain energy applications, climate, medicine, forensic science, and other interesting topics that affect everyday life by studying measurements, atomic and molecular structure, and chemical reactions.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): EGL 093  
    Corequisite(s): MAT 097  
  
  • CHM 109 - Chemistry and Art (SL)


    Semester Offered: every other spring only
    Chemistry and Art studies the application of chemical principles to various aspects of the visual arts. Topics include elements, compounds, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, acids and bases, oxidation-reduction reactions, and polymers. These concepts are introduced where appropriate in the exploration of the chemistry of art media such as paints, dyes metals, glass, ceramics, plastics, paper, fibers, and photographic materials. Laboratory activities have been designed to complement and enhance the lecture topics. The instructional approach used in CHM109 is a combination of lecture, demonstrations, small group work, experiential exercises, and discussion. CHM109 fulfills the physical science requirement in the majority of programs and curricula.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 092 or MAT 097  
    Corequisite(s): EGL 101  
  
  • CHM 113 - General Chemistry I Lab


    General Chemistry I Lab will introduce students to basic chemistry laboratory techniques and procedures such as sample preparation, data collection, gravimetric analysis and titration.  Conceptual topics include physical properties, determination of molecular weights, stoichiometry, energy, and gas laws.
    Credits: 1
    Corequisite(s): CHM 103  
  
  • CHM 114 - General Chemistry II Lab


    General Chemistry II Lab will build upon the basic chemistry laboratory techniques and procedures learned in Chemistry 103.  This course covers conceptual topics including qualitative analysis, chemical reactions in aqueous solution, acid-base reaction , reaction rates, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, and oxidation-reduction reactions.
    Credits: 1
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 103 , CHM 113  
    Corequisite(s): CHM 104  
  
  • CHM 203 - Organic Chemistry I with Lab


    Semester Offered: Fall Only
    Organic Chemistry I with Laboratory studies the structure, properties, major reactions, and nomenclature of organic compounds.  Also included in the course are stereochemistry and spectroscopic methods of analysis.  Major classes of organic compounds discussed are aliphatic hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, aromatic hydrocarbons, and alcohols.  The laboratory portion of CHM 203 includes essential organic chemistry laboratory techniques and experiments designed to reinforce concepts discussed in lecture.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 104 , CHM 114  
  
  • CHM 204 - Organic Chemistry II with Lab


    Semester Offered: Spring Only
    Organic Chemistry II with Lab is the continuation of CHM 203. Topics include organometallic compounds, carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, condensation reactions, amines, aryl halides, and phenols.  Special topics include carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids.  The laboratory portion is designed to reinforce concepts discussed in lecture and to teach organic chemistry laboratory techniques.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 203  

Communications

  
  • COM 101 - Introduction to Communication Studies (H)


    Introduction to Communication Studies is a foundation for theories of communication focusing specifically on relational, group, public, and cultural communication contexts. Students will practice written and oral communication skills as informed by communication theory.
    Credits: 3
    Corequisite(s): EGL 101 

Computer Information Systems

  
  • CIS 101 - Introduction to Computer Concepts (I)


    Semester Offered: evening in fall only
    Introduction to Computer Concepts is a non-technical course covering the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Emphasis is placed on computer literacy and the use of personal computers. Students with limited keyboarding skills should take CIS 105 , Keyboarding, at the same time, or prior to, enrolling in this course.
    Credits: 3
 

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