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ACC 102 - Workplace Accounting
3 credits
This course serves as an introduction to accounting that is used directly in the operation of small business. Topics covered will include an introduction to general ledgers, payroll accounting, computerized accounting, tax accounting as well as inventory management and cost accounting.
Fees
Testing Charge: $115.00
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ACC 111 - Introduction to Accounting
3 credits
Students will receive instruction in analyzing and recording various business transactions and in completing the accounting cycle by journalizing, posting, preparing worksheets, making adjusting and closing entries, and preparing financial statements for service and merchandising businesses. Instruction will be provided for accounting for cash by using a petty cash fund, reconciling a bank statement, and utilizing the cash short and over account; calculating and journalizing employees payroll; and calculating and journalizing employer payroll taxes. No previous accounting instruction is necessary.
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ACC 142 - Financial Accounting
3 credits
This course emphasizes corporate accrual-basis accounting procedures including: the accounting cycle, inventory evaluation, internal control, fixed and tangible assets, payroll, debt and equity accounting, preparation of financial statements, and financial statement analysis.
Recommended(s)
ACC 111 - Introduction to Accounting
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ACC 146 - Managerial Accounting
3 credits
This course gives attention to corporation accounting especially as it relates to various aspects of cost accounting including an overview of job order and process costing accounting.
Prerequisites
C or better in ACC 142 - Financial Accounting
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ACC 211 - Intermediate Accounting I
3 credits
This course provides an in-depth study of the worksheet, balance sheet, income statement, and other supplementary statements and corporation procedures. This course is offered during the fall term only.
Prerequisites
ACC 146 - Managerial Accounting
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ACC 212 - Intermediate Accounting 2
3 credits
This course provides an in-depth study of inventories; the acquisition, disposition, utilization, and impairment of property, plant and equipment; investments; current liabilities and contingencies; bonds and long-term notes.
Prerequisites
ACC 211 - Intermediate Accounting I
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ACC 221 - Cost Accounting
3 credits
This course provides practical knowledge of cost accounting systems and procedures, including the purpose of cost accounting, job-order cost accounting, process cost accounting, and cost accounting as a management tool.
Prerequisites
ACC 146 - Managerial Accounting
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ACC 266 - Tax Accounting
3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the federal tax structure, the federal revenue system, business and non-business income and deductions, tax credits, and capital gains and losses as they relate to individual income tax preparation.
Prerequisites
ACC 142 - Financial Accounting
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ACC 311 - Computer Accounting
3 credits
This course is designed to provide the student experience in handling automated accounting in a number of areas. These include general ledger, accounts receivable, account payable, payroll, depreciation, inventory and accounting statement analysis. Simulation of business and its activities are processed through the entire accounting cycle culminating in the various accounting reports.
Prerequisites
ACC 111 - Introduction to Accounting or ACC 142 - Financial Accounting
Fees
Testing Charge: $115.00
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ACC 330 - Computer Accounting - Peachtree
1.5 credits
This course is designed to provide the student experience in handling automated accounting in a number of areas. These include General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Depreciation, Inventory and Accounting Statement Analysis. Simulation of business and its activities are processed through the entire accounting cycle culminating in the various accounting reports. The applications will be done on a computer utilizing the software program Peachtree.
Prerequisites
ACC 111 - Introduction to Accounting or ACC 142 - Financial Accounting
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ACC 331 - Computer Accounting - Quickbooks
1.5 credits
This course is designed to provide the student experience in handling automated accounting in a number of areas. These include General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Depreciation, Inventory and Accounting Statement Analysis. Simulation of business and its activities are processed through the entire accounting cycle culminating in the various accounting reports. The applications will be done on a computer utilizing the software program QuickBooks.
Prerequisites
ACC 111 - Introduction to Accounting or ACC 142 - Financial Accounting
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ACC 364 - Excel for Accounting
3 credits
This course is designed to provide the student experience in applying accounting knowledge and skills to Microsoft Excel. Topics covered include: Excel basics, using formulas (beginning, intermediate and advanced), formatting, template tutorial, working with tables, data analysis features, automating repetitive tasks, importing, exporting, and distributing data, customizing, financial accounting, management accounting, financial statements, inventory, payroll, depreciation, amortization, cost of goods manufactured, job order cost accounting, process costing, and cost-volume-profit analysis.
Prerequisites
ACC 111 - Introduction to Accounting or ACC 142 - Financial Accounting
Fees
Testing Charge: $75.00
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ACC 501 - Entrepreneurial Accounting
3 credits
This course is designed to assist students in the steps necessary to start a service business. Topics include: establishing a service business, comprehending the language of business, developing a master budget, initiating the accounting process, determining the financial impact of transactions, equating debits with credits, recording transactions, onboarding employees and accounting for payroll, diversifying the business by merchandising products and controlling inventory, gauging the financial progress of a business, performing year-end activities, evaluating the first year of operations, and pitching the business to potential investors. No previous accounting instruction is necessary.
Fees
None
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ACC 701 - Certified Bookkeeping Review
3 credits
The course is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the Certified Bookkeeper National Certification Examination. Included in the course is a review of adjusting entries, correction of accounting errors, payroll accounting, depreciation, inventory, and internal controls and fraud prevention.
Fees
Testing Charge: $240.00
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ACC 932 - Internship
3 credits
This course provides an opportunity to gain practical experience through on-site training in an approved business or governmental office. The actual training will be at the job site and will be under the supervision of a designated person in the business and will be coordinated by the Accounting Associate Program Coordinator.
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Administrative Assistant |
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ADM 105 - Introduction to Keyboarding
1 credits
Students will learn to key alpha characters using the touch system for use on a personal level or as a basic skill. At the completion of this course, students are expected to key at a rate of 25 words a minute for one minute and three minutes with one or less errors per minute allowed using the touch method and without the use of the backspace key.
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ADM 112 - Keyboarding
3 credits
This course is designed to introduce students to keyboarding and word processing fundamentals. Emphasis is on the mastery of the keyboard, development of speed and accuracy, and production of formatted business documents using Microsoft Word.
Prerequisites
ADM 105 - Introduction to Keyboarding
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ADM 116 - Keyboarding II
3 credits
Students will be given the opportunity to process a variety of business documents using current formatting styles and different software applications. Emphasis will be on building keyboarding skills and increasing proficiency in Microsoft Windows and MS Office.
Prerequisites
ADM 112 - Keyboarding
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ADM 131 - Office Calculators
1 credits
This course prepares students for mastery of both the 10 key electronic calculator and the computer keypad. Students will develop speed and accuracy and apply these skills in a variety of job simulations and applications.
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ADM 142 - Desktop Publishing
3 credits
This course examines the basic concepts of creating page layouts and designs using desktop publishing software. A progressive sequence of computer publishing principles and skill-building activities will be presented. Students will have the opportunity to prepare various business publications that will include graphics and photos.
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ADM 146 - Integrated Applications
3 credits
Building on previous courses, this course provides students with experience in integrating additional Microsoft applications through the use of real-world, online business and office entry-level activities.
Prerequisites
ADM 112 - Keyboarding and ADM 116 - Keyboarding II
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ADM 148 - Transcription
2 credits
This course covers skill development in transcribing machine-dictated material into usable business documents. Emphasis will be placed on building speed and accuracy; improving written communication skills; applying punctuation, grammar, and spelling rules; using reference materials; and proofreading and correcting errors. This course is offered in the classroom and BIT Lab.
Prerequisites
ADM 112 - Keyboarding or keyboarding ability at 35 words a minute
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ADM 162 - Office Procedures
3 credits
This course is designed to provide students with the working knowledge of current office systems and equipment. Students will be introduced to the mechanics and operational methods of various office systems and equipment in varied business environments. Students will be exposed to various office layouts and physical environments.
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ADM 180 - Administrative Management
3 credits
This course is designed to prepare students to identify basic contents and trends within business and office environments. Students will practice management skills, employee motivational strategies, problem-solving, and communication skills individually and as a team member. Human resource management, office environment issues, and systems will also be explored.
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ADM 258 - Professional Development
1 credits
This course is designed to provide a broad range of professional development opportunities for students. These opportunities will include, but not be limited to, areas of parliamentary procedure, meeting agendas, resume building, interview skills, portfolio building, teamwork projects, and finally career specific expectations and professionalism necessary to be successful in a graphic design or web design career. Students will be expected to participate in class discussion and activities. Students will also need to engage in the community by attending a meeting utilizing parliamentary procedure.
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ADM 260 - Personal Development
1 credits
This course is designed to provide a broad range of personal development opportunities for students. These opportunities will include but not be limited to areas of personal hygiene and the importance of nutrition and fitness, business professional dress, business etiquette, time management/organization skills, teamwork projects and professionalism necessary to be successful in an Administrative Specialist career. This course will also provide opportunities for guest speakers and field trips to assist in demonstrating the important of professional development. A $15 fee will be added to the course for costs incurred during field trips.
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ADM 297 - Certification Preparation
1 credits
Students will prepare for certification in Microsoft Office applications using online tutorials and practice designed to simulate the certification process.
Fees
Testing Charge: $75.00
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ADM 941 - Practicum
2 credits
This course provides an opportunity to gain practical experience through on-site training in an approved office setting. The actual training on the job site will be under the supervision of a designated person in the business. The student must have taken/or be taking all courses required for the completion of the Administrative Specialist program.
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Associate Degree Nursing |
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ADN 465 - Psychiatric Mental Health Care
5 credits
This course focuses on the study and application of modern concepts of psychiatric and mental health care and effective interactions with others. The student will learn to respond therapeutically to a variety of clients including those with maladaptive behaviors through the utilization of the nursing process by applying the principles of psychiatric and mental health care. Self-awareness and self-knowledge are incorporated throughout the course. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process and clinical judgement to plan holistic, comprehensive nursing care. This course will prepare the student with clinical knowledge and skills for entry level associate degree nursing practice.
Corequisites
ADN 466 - Clinical Practicum 4
Prerequisites
PNN 621 - Life Span Health Care and PNN 622 - Clinical Practicum 2
Fees
Testing Charge: $490.00
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ADN 466 - Clinical Practicum 4
2 credits
This practicum provides an opportunity for students to utilize the nursing process in a variety of mental health settings. This course will prepare the student with clinical knowledge and skills for entry level associate degree nursing practice. A pass/fail grade is earned for this clinical course.
Corequisites
ADN 465 - Psychiatric Mental Health Care
Prerequisites/Corequisites
PNN 621 - Life Span Health Care and PNN 622 - Clinical Practicum 2
Fees
Simulation Access Fee: $50.00
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ADN 511 - Adult Health Care
8.5 credits
This theory course is a requirement with ADN 512 Clinical Practicum 5 for the associate degree nursing program. This course utilizes the nursing process to care for acute and chronically ill adults. It expands on critical thinking and knowledge previously obtained during practical nursing coursework regarding principles of holistic nursing care during the adult life span. Emphasis is placed on comprehensive nursing care interventions needed for complex health problems. This course will prepare the student with theoretical nursing knowledge needed for entry level associate degree nursing practice. This course will also prepare the student for national examination for nursing licensure.
Corequisites
ADN 512 - Clinical Practicum 5
Prerequisites
PNN 621 - Life Span Health Care and PNN 622 - Clinical Practicum 2
Fees
Testing Charge: $490.00
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ADN 512 - Clinical Practicum 5
4 credits
This clinical course is a requirement with ADN 511 Adult Health Care for the associate degree nursing program. This course provides an opportunity for students to apply Adult Health Care theory in the clinical setting with adult medical/surgical clients. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process and clinical judgement to plan holistic, comprehensive nursing care. This course will prepare the student with clinical knowledge and skills for entry level associate degree nursing practice.
Corequisites
ADN 511 - Adult Health Care
Prerequisites
PNN 621 - Life Span Health Care and PNN 622 - Clinical Practicum 2
Fees
Simulation Center Access: $50.00
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ADN 805 - Management in Health Care
1 credits
This theory course is a requirement with ADN 806 Clinical Practicum 6 for the associate degree nursing program. This course focuses on leadership and managerial skills related to caring for a group of patients. Content areas include health care delivery systems, public health, group dynamics, change, health issues, and legal and ethical dilemmas as they affect the transition from the student role to entry level associate nursing practice. This course will also prepare the student for national examination for nursing licensure.
Fees
None
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ADN 806 - Clinical Practicum 6
2.5 credits
This clinical course is a requirement with ADN 805 Management in Health Care for the associate degree nursing program. Provides an opportunity for students to apply managerial skills in the clinical setting to a group of clients through the nursing process. This course will prepare the student with clinical knowledge and skills for entry level associate degree nursing practice.
Fees
None
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Agriculture - Agronomy |
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AGA 154 - Fundamentals of Soil Science
3 credits
Introduces physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, their formation, classification, and distribution. Uses soil survey and other information sources in balancing agronomic, economic, and environmental concerns in soil management. This course will help students refine their critical thinking skills, that will be beneficial to anyone entering a career in production agriculture or Agronomy. This should also help students to be able integrate a more sustainable approach to Soil Science.
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AGA 155 - Fundamentals of Soil Science Lab
1 credits
This lab is designed to give students hands-on learning opportunities in discovering the complexities of soil. The emphasis is on “discovery” rather than recipe. This lab should help students develop critical thinking skills that will allow them to implement a more sustainable philosophy to production agriculture and in agronomy. This course will also help students gain scientific experiences which will be vital in making agronomic decisions.
Prerequisites
AGA 154
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AGA 271 - Advanced Corn & Soybean Production
3 credits
This course is a follow up to Principles of Crop Production and focuses on the in-depth production and management of corn, soybeans and some forages in the Midwest. Some of the topics include tillage methods, planting procedures, weed, insect and disease identification, precision farming, nutrient requirements, and harvesting and storage. The basic understanding of management practices is vital for students in implementing critical thinking skills involved in the decision-making process. The is necessary for those students working in the area of Agronomy.
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AGA 380 - Integrated Pest Management
4 credits
Students will acquire basic identification skills related to plant development stages, plant diseases, insects, fertility deficiencies, weeds, and integrated pest management. This course will provide a core background, with attention to specialty topics in agriculture, forestry, and horticulture pesticide applicator certification. Students select certification categories and are eligible for pesticide applicator certification upon completion of course. Commercial certification will be emphasized. Students will develop critical thinking skills that will be vital to the social, economic and environmental aspects of agriculture. The hands-on learning and technical application skills will provide students with many opportunities as an applicator.
Fees
Testing Charge: $25.00
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AGA 381 - Crop Scouting
3 credits
This course focuses on identification of pest problems in crops and on developing an integrated pest management program. Students learn to utilize economic thresholds in recommending control methods that are vital to the economic and environmental needs in the industry. Students also learn to prevent potential fertility, pest, and environmental problems with crop production practices. Upon competition of this course students will have developed many critical thinking and hands-on learning experiences that will be beneficial in the industry.
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AGA 390 - Introduction to Renewable Resources
3 credits
This course will present an overview of soil, water, plants, and animals as renewable natural resources in an ecosystem context. Concepts of integrated resource management, history and organization of resource management will also be introduced. Students will look at alternative systems and tools to help manage the ever-changing world of Agriculture. This class allows students to explore how natural resources and the environment affect their day-to-day life and future within an agricultural operation or career. The skills acquired in this class will be beneficial in any/all types of careers, particularly in agriculture and in other careers that deal directly with natural resources.
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AGA 852 - Principles of Crop Production
3 credits
Provides a foundation course in agronomy. Applies crop, soil, and environmental sciences in understanding agricultural systems in the world. Introduces concepts of plant, soil, tillage, pest, environmental, and sustainable aspects of crop production. This course will also teach students about the science of crop growth and production, which will be of vital importance when making sound agronomic decisions. Students will gain many critical thinking and hands-on learning experiences which will be beneficial in the industry.
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AGA 880 - Forage Crop Management
3 credits
In this class students learn about the production and management of forage crops; concepts applied to yield, quality, and stand persistence; systems of forage utilization including grazing, hay, and silage. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated production and financial decisions which are critical in being a successful operation. This class would be beneficial to those in any/all types of agricultural careers, particularly those in agronomy and livestock careers.
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Agriculture - Farm Mgt - Business |
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AGB 133 - Intro to Agricultural Business
3 credits
This course is an introduction to agribusiness management. It will emphasize the application of basic, practical business management skills in marketing, demand analysis, forecasting, production, finance, and leadership with a global perspective. This course will help students develop critical thinking skills necessary for making management decisions regarding the business and its employees. These skills and experiences gained through this course will allow them to be successful in all types of careers.
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AGB 206 - Farms Operations & Management I
3 credits
Student participation in the operation and management of an actual Iowa farm. The class is responsible for the plans for the school-managed farm, record keeping, decisions on buying the farm’s crops, and participating in the actual planting of the crops, and arrangements for equipment and fertilizers. Outside speakers on current topics affecting the farm and agriculture will be utilized. The course will provide student with many critical thinking opportunities that will be vital to them in making decisions for the farm. These skills and hands-on-leaning opportunities will be vital to them as they are able to implement these in any agricultural career.
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AGB 207 - Farm Operations & Management II
3 credits
Student participation in the operation and management of an actual Iowa farm. The class is responsible for the plans for the school-managed farm, record keeping, decisions on buying the farm’s crops, and participating in the actual planting of the crops, and arrangements for equipment and fertilizers. Outside speakers on current topics affecting the farm and agriculture will be utilized. The course will provide student with many critical thinking opportunities that will be vital to them in making decisions for the farm. These skills and hands-on-leaning opportunities will be vital to them as they are able to implement these in any agricultural career.
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AGB 235 - Introduction to Agriculture Markets
3 credits
This course covers basic concepts and economic principles related to markets for agricultural products from the farm to the consumer’s table. The course applies basic economic principles to analyze current issues in agricultural marketing. The course includes an overview of (1) markets for agricultural inputs and products, (2) farm and retail price behavior, (3) food marketing channels, and (4) hedging and futures markets. This course will provide students with hands-on marketing opportunities through Commodity Challenge Marketing Simulation and critical thinking skills pertaining to marketing grain from the college farm. Understanding and implementing different grain marketing strategies is critical to success for anyone involve in marketing agricultural commodities.
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AGB 330 - Farm Business Management
3 credits
This course focuses on business and economic principles applied to decision making and problem solving in the management of a farm business. Some of the topics include cash flow, partial, enterprise, and whole farm budgeting. Information systems will be used for farm accounting, analysis, and control. Obtaining and managing land, capital, and labor resources will also be covered in the course. Students will gain practical critical thinking skills, that incorporate personal and business skill sets necessary to be successful in Farm Management. Practical application of these can be vital to the future success of agricultural businesses.
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AGB 336 - Agricultural Selling
3 credits
Teaches principles of selling with application to agricultural and food related businesses. Reviews attitudes, value systems, and behavioral patterns that relate to agricultural sales. Examines marketing, selling strategies, preparing for sales calls, making sales presentations, handling objections, and closing sales. This course will analyze the buying or purchasing process. Students will develop skills necessary for evaluating consumer behavior that will be vital in the sales field, and communication skills necessary for any career.
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AGB 927 - Honors Study
1-3 credits
In this course, the student designs and completes a project of personal interest. The student will work closely with a faculty member who will act as a mentor and provide expertise throughout the semester. Upon project’s completion, results will be shared with community of peers and faculty.
Prerequisites/Corequisites
SDV 230 - Introduction to Honors
Fees
None
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AGB 934 - Practicum
3 credits
This course provides an opportunity for the students to gain on-site work experience in an agricultural related occupation in the summer. The agricultural community values and looks for these experiences when hiring new employees. Students will be under the supervision of a designated person in the agricultural business. Students will learn skills such as, but not limited to, communication, specific job skills related to that career, punctuality, time management, and more. This class allows them to explore potential career options and get a firsthand look at the day-to-day requirements as they plan for their future. The skills acquired in this class will be beneficial in any/all types of careers, particularly in agriculture when making future life and career decisions.
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Agriculture - Comprehensive - Miscellaneous |
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AGC 129 - Sustainable Agriculture
3 credits
In this course students will learn concepts on how to build a sustainable business. Students will develop a personal business plan which will include, but is not limited to, topics such as evaluating production alternatives, identifying new market opportunities, and how to communicate their ideas to lenders, business partners, and family. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated production and financial decisions which are critical in being a successful business. The skills acquired in this class will be beneficial in any/all types of careers, particularly in agriculture when making personal operational business decisions.
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AGC 201 - American Agricultural History
3 credits
Students will learn about the History of American agriculture. In this course students will be exposed to some of the changes and challenges American agriculture has gone through starting in the 1850’s through the present time. Topics covered are, but not limited to, economics, economy, machinery, livestock, crops, trade, government policies, and more. At the end of this course students will be able to relate to the similarities and differences of past and present-day agriculture. Also, students will learn common cycles that have happened within agriculture and understanding these cycles and their outcomes are beneficial in any/all types of careers, particularly in agriculture when making business and life decisions.
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AGC 318 - Field Studies/Career Opportunities
3 credits
This course will provide students with field trips to agricultural businesses, College Ag. facilities, operating farms, and livestock facilities. Students will also get a look at the various careers available to them in agriculture. Also, in this class students will work on resumes, cover letters, and job interviewing skills, along with future life/career planning. The skills acquired in this class will be beneficial in any/all types of careers, particularly in agriculture when making future life and career decisions.
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AGC 940 - On-The-Job Training
3 credits
This course provides a second opportunity for the students to gain on-site work experience in an agricultural related occupation in the spring or fall. The agricultural community values and looks for these experiences when hiring new employees. Students will be under the supervision of a designated person in the agricultural business. Students will learn skills such as, but not limited to, communication, specific job skills related to that career, punctuality, time management, and more. This class allows them to explore potential career options and get a firsthand look at the day-to-day requirements as they plan for their future. The skills acquired in this class will be beneficial in any/all types of careers, particularly in agriculture when making future life and career decisions.
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Agriculture - Equine |
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AGE 219 - Equine Science
3 credits
Introduces contemporary concepts, and basic practices and decisions necessary when managing horses through stages of their lives. Topics include, but are not limited to, housing, hoof care, breeding, nutrition, and health care. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated day-to-day management and financial decisions which are critical to be successful with horses. This class would be beneficial to those in any/all students wanting to be involved with horses, particularly those in animal science and those entering the field of equine.
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Agriculture - Horticulture |
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AGH 112 - Introduction to Turfgrass Management
3 credits
This is an introductory course discussing the establishment and maintenance practices used on turfgrasses, including plant classification, plant characteristics, warm and cool season grasses, soils and selection of turfgrasses for a site.
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AGH 120 - Herbaceous Plant Materials
3 credits
This course will acquaint students with plant characteristics, culture and maintenance of hardy and tender perennials, groundcovers, annuals, and ornamental grasses, grown in Iowa and the upper Midwest.
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AGH 124 - Woody Plants/Trees
3 credits
This course will develop the students skills in the identification, characteristics, culture, and landscape use of trees, shrubs, and woody vines native to the upper Midwest.
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AGH 141 - Equipment Operations
3 credits
This course will prepare the student to preform general preventative maintenance tasks on equipment used at turfgrass facilities, such as, changing oil, working with reel and rotary type mowers and training and safety of operators.
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AGH 148 - Home Landscaping
3 credits
This fundamental course will present the student with basic landscape principles that can be utilized in a residential setting. Topics covered will include an introduction to landscape design, basic landscape construction, an understanding of different plants to incorporate into different landscape settings, and maintenance techniques to ensure a long-lasting landscape environment.
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AGH 152 - Landscape Design Technology
3 credits
This course focuses on providing the student the foundation for good landscape design. The student will gain knowledge of landscape design tools and how they are used to graphically represent a landscape design, the landscape design process, creating a design from start to finish, and prepare landscape designs using a computer program.
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AGH 156 - Landscape Design II
3 credits
This course identifies different steps in landscape construction. The steps covered include, preconstruction activities, reading construction documents, basic math, and the landscape construction.
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AGH 161 - Irrigation Systems
3 credits
This course will give the student knowledge in landscape and golf course irrigation systems. Topics include irrigation equipment, piping, pump stations, water supply, design, installation and maintenance.
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AGH 172 - Landscape Maintenance
3 credits
This course is intended to give the student valuable information in the maintenance area of landscaping. Topics range from different types of plants for different areas in a landscape, plant maintenance, lawn care, winterization, pest control and safety issues.
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AGH 180 - Turf Grass Facilities Mgt
2 credits
This course will teach the student management skills specific to the turfgrass industry. The student will gain valuable information on the day-to-day operations at a turfgrass facility. A large part of the course deals with the human relations aspect of being a turfgrass manager.
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AGH 211 - Advanced Turf Grass Management
3 credits
This course concentrates on practices that will promote a healthy turf area once the growth of grass has been initiated. The student will learn about pesticides, weeds, and insects. Also covered will be turf diseases and other problems, such as thatch or compaction, improving unsatisfactory turf, golf course and sports turf management, and business management practices.
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AGH 221 - Principles of Horticulture
3 credits
The student will learn the applications of scientific principles to commercial horticultural practices, and how those practices can be improved. Topics covered include plant classification and structure, photosynthesis, soil management, plant growth substances, and plant pests.
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AGH 255 - Applicator License Prep
1 credits
This course prepares the student for a commercial pesticide application license. The student will review the Iowa Core Manual along with ornamental and turfgrass management (Category 3OT), which identifies different plant development stages, plant diseases, insects, fertility deficiencies, weeds, and integrated pest management.
Fees
Testing Charge: $25.00
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AGH 340 - Turfgrass Professionalism
1 credits
This course will give the students hands on experience working on a real life golf course. Students will work on equipment, provide general maintenance, as well as function as the grounds crew to enhance skills learned throughout their academic program.
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AGH 350 - Turfgrass Professionalism II
1 credits
This course will give the students hands on experience working on a real life golf course. Students will work on equipment, provide general maintenance, as well as function as the grounds crew to enhance skills learned throughout their academic program. This course is an extension of Professionalism I, which provides the students more valuable training on the golf course.
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AGH 805 - Horticulture Internship 1
3 credits
The student will participate in an internship at turfgrass facility. The internship will give the student valuable hands-on experience under the supervision of a professional turfgrass manager. This course is taken by students in the turfgrass management program during the summer. The student is required to work 180 hours to complete the internship.
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Agriculture - Mechanics |
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AGM 101 - Ag Diesel Tractor Equipment Maintenance
1 credits
This course allows students to learn the basics of agricultural diesel maintenance techniques in which they can take back to the farm or industry. This class will cover basic repair procedures such as threading, soldering, welding, and cutting. Diesel en
Fees
Course Materials: $5.00
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Agriculture - Precision Ag |
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AGP 330 - Advanced GPS
3 credits
This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Introduction to GPS. Students will be able to evaluate yields, prescribe fertilization rates, and predict yield risks by real data taken through a number of input analysis, and visualization steps. Students will develop a very diverse skill set in precision hardware functions, installation, and trouble-shooting systems. These skills will be necessary for students to apply critical thinking into precision agricultural practices.
Prerequisites
AGP 336 - Precision Agriculture
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AGP 336 - Precision Agriculture
3 credits
Provides an overview of precision farming concepts and the tools of precision farming (GPS, GIS and VRT). Introduces the use of each of these tools within the processes of a precision farming system. Provides hands-on activities in the use of these tools. Students will develop critical thinking skills as they evaluate various precision agriculture practices and their economic and environmental benefits. These skills will be very beneficial in many types of careers in agriculture.
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Agriculture - Animal Science |
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AGS 113 - Survey of the Animal Industry
3 credits
Introduces students to the various species and breeds of domestic animals and to create an understanding of the principles of food animal production, product marketing, and issues confronting the animal industry. This class gives a base for those students entering the animal science field of study or other related agricultural fields that may deal with animal agriculture in some manner. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated production and financial decisions which are critical in being a successful operation. This class would be beneficial to those in any/all types of agricultural careers, particularly those in animal science careers.
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AGS 242 - Animal Health
3 credits
Students will learn standard biosecurity protocols, identification of behavior, and clinical signs of illness. Along with treatment administration and prevention methods for multiple spices of livestock. Students will have an introduction to immune system function and basic livestock disease transmission. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated production and financial decisions which are critical in in animal care and the viability of an animal operation. This class would be beneficial to those entering a career in animal science, particularly in which they would be handling and managing livestock directly.
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AGS 308 - Livestock Management
3 credits
In this course students will learn and be able to demonstrate various livestock management practices and techniques with various types of livestock such as Beef Cattle, Swine, and Chickens. These management principles and techniques will be practical to real-life situations such as livestock restraint, health management, proper castrating, weaning procedures, shorting, feeding, and many others. These skills are critical in properly managing livestock in a production system. This class would be beneficial to those entering a career in animal science, particularly in which they would be handling and managing livestock directly.
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AGS 319 - Animal Nutrition
3 credits
Students will learn the function of organic and inorganic nutrients. Digestion, absorption, metabolism, and utilization of nutrients for maintenance and productive functions. Essential nutritive requirements of domestic livestock, physical properties, and storage and processing of feedstuffs. Nutrient requirements of and diet formulation, and preparation systems for animal species at varying stages of age, activity, or production. Manual and computer methodologies for diet formulation. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated production and financial decisions which are critical when dealing with animal nutrition. This class would be beneficial to those in any/all types of agricultural careers, particularly those in animal science-based careers.
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AGS 401 - Swine Production
3 credits
Introduces principles, practices, and decisions impacting swine production. Topics include, but are not limited to, housing, breeding, nutrition, and heath. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated production and financial decisions which are critical in being a successful operation. This class would be beneficial to those in any/all types of agricultural careers, particularly those in animal science careers and those entering the swine industry.
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AGS 553 - Beef Production
3 credits
This course allows students to learn modern beef production and management techniques in which they can take back to the farm or into the beef industry. Some of the topics include commercial cow-calf management, feedlot management, the global beef industry, reproduction, and nutrition. Learning these concepts will allow students to make educated production and financial decisions which are critical in being a successful operation. This class would be beneficial to those in any/all types of agricultural careers, particularly those in animal science careers and those entering the beef industry.
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ANT 105 - Cultural Anthropology
3 credits
The development of culture, the origins of man, and concepts and techniques for understanding world cultural similarities, differences, and diffusion are studied.
Fees
None
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ART 101 - Art Appreciation
3 credits
This introductory course includes a survey of the themes, materials, and processes associated with the visual arts. Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of art history, art theory, and studio art. Students will develop cultural literacies by interpreting works based on historical and thematic contexts. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level.
Fees
eBook/Access Code: $50.00
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ART 115 - Graphic Design
3 credits
This course will be a general survey of graphic design concepts and techniques. This course instructs the student in graphic design skills employing traditional and digital tools, materials and procedures employed in the visual communication arts industry. The focus will be on finding creative visual solutions to communication problems using technical skills. Via self- and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level. Required participation in the college art show or equivalent introduces students to proper presentation and framing methods. No prior artistic experience required.
Fees
Course Materials: $75.00
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ART 116 - Graphic Design II
3 credits
This course will further develop graphic design concepts and techniques explored in Graphic Design. This course will explore advanced technical applications used in the visual communication arts industry. The focus will be on finding creative visual solutions to communication problems using advanced technical skills. Via self- and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level. Required participation in the college art show introduces students to proper presentation and framing methods.
Prerequisites
ART 115 - Graphic Design
Fees
Course Materials: $75.00
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ART 120 - 2-D Design
3 credits
This course provides a foundation in visual design elements and principles. Using non-digital art media such as cut paper, color pencil, ink, and collage, students will successfully organize design elements and principles to visually communicate ideas. Studio projects are presented as visual problems that require application of design elements and visual critical thinking. The impact of design in a variety of fields will be explored, as well as the relationship between design and culture. Via self and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level. Required participation in the college art show or equivalent introduces students to proper presentation and framing methods. No prior artistic experience required.
Fees
Course Materials: $100.00
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ART 123 - 3-D Design
3 credits
This course will introduce basic three-dimensional processes and materials as well as develop the students ability to analyze form and space relationships. Studio projects are presented as visual problems that require application of design elements and visual critical thinking. The impact of design in a variety of fields will be explored, as well as the relationship between design and culture. Via self and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level. Required participation in the college art show or equivalent introduces students to proper presentation and framing methods. No prior artistic experience required.
Fees
Course Materials: $100.00
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ART 133 - Drawing
3 credits
This introductory course focuses on the fundamentals of life drawing and development of visual observation skills. Emphasis is placed on the examination of space and form using a variety of drawing materials, including graphite, ink, and charcoal. Students will learn to use line, gesture drawing, and value. The subject matter of drawing projects and sketchbook assignments include the still life, human figure, and perspective. Via self- and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. Required participation in the college art show or equivalent introduces students to proper presentation and framing methods. Students do not need prior drawing experience. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level.
Fees
Course Materials: $100.00
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ART 134 - Drawing II
3 credits
Students will continue to hone the life drawing skills developed in Drawing. Technical proficiency with graphite and charcoal will be increased, while wet media (washes, ink) and color media (pastels, color pencils) will be introduced. Subject matter of life drawing projects will refine visual observations, and include the human figure, portraiture, self-portraiture, landscapes, and the still life. Abstracted compositions will allow students to experiment with drawing as a tool for visual expression. All drawing projects and sketchbook assignments will encourage the development of a personal visual style. Students will explore the work of both historical and contemporary artists. Via self- and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. Participation in the student art show or equivalent is required. This course prepares students for careers in visual fields, while allowing personal expression.
Prerequisites
ART 133 - Drawing
Fees
Course Materials: $100.00
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ART 143 - Painting
3 credits
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of painting in several media, including oil paint, acrylics, and watercolor. Students will learn to build their own painting supports (canvases) and use a variety of painting tools. Paint application techniques will be explored, from glazing to impasto. Color theory will be used to develop color mixing techniques. Subject matter of painting projects include still life, portraits, landscapes, and non-objective compositions. Students will explore the work of both historical and contemporary painters. Via self- and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. Required participation in the college art show or equivalent introduces students to proper presentation and framing methods. No prior experience required. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level.
Fees
Course Materials: $100.00
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ART 163 - Sculpture
3 credits
This course will introduce students to three-dimensional sculptural processes. Students will develop and understanding of the interaction of form in space. Emphasis will be on students executing, understanding and discussing quality craft, successful composition, productive conceptualization and create solutions to assigned problems. Students will explore various sculptural methods and materials. Participation in college art show or equivalent is required. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level.
Fees
None
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ART 173 - Ceramics
3 credits
This course will introduce the basic methods of designing, forming, glazing, and firing clay. The student will develop knowledge of good design as it relates to both function and expression. Using the techniques of coil, slab, pinch, and wheel, students will achieve an understanding of the historic and cultural significance of this art form. Required participation in the college art show or equivalent introduces students to proper presentation methods. No prior artistic experience required.
Fees
Course Materials: $100.00
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ART 174 - Ceramics II
3 credits
This course will explore advanced methods of designing, forming, glazing, and firing clay. The student will develop knowledge of good design as it relates to both function and expression. Using the techniques of coil, slab, pinch, and wheel, students will achieve an understanding of the historic and cultural significance of this art form. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level. Required participation in the college art show or equivalent introduces students to proper presentation methods.
Prerequisites
ART 173 - Ceramics
Fees
Course Materials: $100.00
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ART 184 - Photography
3 credits
This course will explore basic techniques and artistic concerns involved in creating photographs through a combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on exercises. Student will be introduced to the Elements of Art and Principles of Design needed for successfully creating photographs including basic layout and design, color theory, shape, form, and composition. Students will learn to use a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera in manual mode. Emphasis is placed on properly exposing a photograph focusing on aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. A basic introduction of image editing software will be included in the course. Via self and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. This course helps students build confidence in their visual communication skills while also enabling them to think critically, consider the viewpoints of others, and effectively express themselves, all of which will benefit them in the classroom, in life, and in the workforce. Required participation in the college photography show or equivalent. Students will be introduced to proper presentation and framing methods. Students do not need prior photography experience.
Fees
Course Materials: $150.00
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ART 187 - Creative Photography
3 credits
This course will use a variety of techniques to explore some of the directions that photography can take and emphasizes creative techniques, contemporary ideas, issues, and individual experimentation. Students will experiment with photograms, lith prints, the Sabattier effect, cliché verre prints, and more. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level.
Prerequisites
ART 184 - Photography
Fees
Course Materials: $75.00
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ART 191 - Darkroom Photography
1 credits
This course covers basic darkroom concepts and procedures. Students will learn to shoot with 35mm film cameras, develop roll film, make enlargements, and create full-sized negatives for contact processes. Students will learn to apply basic design elements and principles to their photographs. Via self- and class critiques, students will evaluate their own work and that of their peers. Required participation in the college photography show or equivalent. This course will allow students to find new forms of self-expression, both in visual career fields and on a personal level.
Prerequisites
ART 184 - Photography
Fees
Course Materials: $35.00
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ART 203 - Art History I
3 credits
This is an introductory course to the painting, sculpture, and architecture of the Western World from the Stone Age to the Gothic period. Students will study the development of regional and personal artistic styles, and the social contexts in which art objects have been created. This course provides a greater understanding of visual communication in the Western World, increases visual literacy, and promotes critical thinking, which can help the student reach professional goals in a variety of career fields.
Fees
None
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