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2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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How to Read the Course Listings
The following listing is a basic description of courses currently offered by the college. Courses are listed alphabetically by department and numerically within the department. Descriptions are general in nature and are not intended to include all topics which may be part of the course. Specific course questions should be directed to the responsible academic department.
Explanation of Course Description Items:
Subject Code and Course Number - Each course is assigned a four-letter code identifying the course subject and a three-digit number.
Pre-requisite(s) - Course(s) that must be completed before the student is eligible to schedule the course.
Co-requisite(s) - Course(s) that must be taken during the same term as the course.
Pre- or co- requisite(s) - Course(s) that must be either completed before the student is eligible to schedule the course or taken during the same term as the course.
Lab Fee - Indicates that an additional fee will be required of students registering for the course. Lab fees vary by course from $10 and up.
Terms Offered - The term or terms the course is normally offered during the year.
Offered Distance Learning: Indicates whether the course is offered in a distance learning format. Refer to each term’s course listing for when it is offered as such. PLEASE NOTE: Distance Learning sections, or sections with a distance learning component, may have specific hardware and/or software requirements. Computers that meet these requirements are available for student use on campus.
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation - Courses designated as Liberal Arts and Sciences electives are identified with the applicable category name:
Humanities (HUM)
Mathematics (MAT)
Science (SCI)
Social Science (SSC)
SUNY General Education Designation(s) - Courses designated as SUNY General Education electives are identified with the applicable category name(s):
American History (AH)
Arts (AR)
Basic Communications (BC)
Foreign Language (FL)
Humanities (HU)
Mathematics (MT)
Natural Science (NS)
Other World Civilizations (OC)
Social Science (SS)
Western Civilization (WC)
Applied Learning Type - Courses that include a service learning component are identified with the following abbreviations:
OSL - Optional Service Learning
RSL - Required Service Learning
Credits - The number of credits to be awarded to a student who successfully completes the course. If the credits are followed by “ND,” the course is not college-level and therefore not applicable toward a degree, but this number of hours will be included in the student’s tuition charge and course load status.
Contact Hours - Lists the type and number of contact hours per week for the course if taken in a standard term.
Lecture - The number of hours per week, during the standard term, that a particular course meets in a classroom situation.
Lab - The number of hours per week, during the standard term, that a particular course meets in a laboratory situation.
Other - The number of hours per week, during the standard term, that a particular course meets in a setting other than the classroom or laboratory. Field work, small group discussions and shop hours may be included in these hours.
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RUSN 100 Russian Language and Culture I This course is designed to introduce the student to the Russian sound system and grammatical structure in an effort to give the student a basic understanding of the language, including listening comprehension, reading, speaking and writing skills. In addition to language skills, the course offers the student insight into Russian culture. Classroom instruction is supplemented with exercises in the language laboratory. Recommendation: Primarily designed for students with no previous knowledge of Russian.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Foreign Language
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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RUSN 101 Russian Language and Culture II A continuation of Russian I, this course introduces the student to the more complicated elements of Russian grammar and concentrates on the refinement of the student’s basic communication skills. Classroom instruction, which also continues to give the student an awareness of Russian culture and customs, is supplemented with exercises in the language laboratory.
Pre-requisite(s): Primarily designed for students who have completed Russian I or no more than two years in high school.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Foreign Language
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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Sociology |
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SOCL 100 Sociology An introduction to scientific study of human social interaction with emphasis on societies, groups, organizations, social networks and communities as the units of analysis. Topics covered include culture, social structure, socialization, sex roles, groups and networks, organizations, deviance and social control, inequality and social stratification, race and ethnic relations and social institutions.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social Science
Applied Learning Type: OSL
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SOCL 110 Social Problems A study of major American social problems with emphasis on their nature, scope, causes, consequences and possible solutions. Major topics covered include: political, educational and familial problems, inequality and poverty, environmental problems, crime, and mental illness.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social Science
Applied Learning Type: OSL
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SOCL 115 African-American Experience This course provides an analysis of the effects of social institutions on family life, educational problems, political apathy, and economic dislocation.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social Science
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SOCL 120 Cultural Diversity in American Society Cultural Diversity in American Society is a course designed to strengthen student awareness of cultural pluralism and cultural diversity. This course focuses on the analysis of a wide spectrum of selected minority groups and their relationship to the dominant society and culture. The socio/psychological components which have brought about the group’s unique ethnic identity will be investigated. Heavy emphasis will be placed on examining the positive consequences of cross-cultural awareness as a means of lessening intergroup tensions and conflicts.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): American History, Social Science
Applied Learning Type: OSL
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SOCL 250 Honors Introduction to Social Inquiry This course is designed to introduce the student to the general theoretical and methodological framework of the behavioral and social sciences via an integrated approach which utilizes applied research projects. The point of departure for the projects will be current social issues from a behavioral and social science perspective. The purpose of the research projects is to provide students experience doing practical applied research and investigating a current societal issue from multiple perspectives. Open only to students in one of the Honors tracks or by permission of department chair.
Pre-requisite(s): HONR 190 Honors Seminar I .
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social Science
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SOCL 255 Honors Technology and Society This course considers the nature of the interaction among science, technology, and society, the consequences of such interaction, and possible future trends of interaction. It will use readings from leading theorists in a variety of disciplines to look at current event topics that relate to technology and society. It will focus on helping students to develop an awareness of the impact of technology on their lives and to develop the knowledge base necessary to be good decision makers when dealing with these issues in their daily life. This course is open only to students in one of the Honors tracks or by permission of the Department Chair.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social Science
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SOCL 260 Honors American Architecture in Its Social Context An introduction to American architecture, city planning and land use, and the forces that shaped them including aesthetics, geography, social movements, economics, etc. Students will learn how to read landscape around them and how to participate in influencing their environments. Coursework relies heavily on slides, maps, plans and other visual data. This course is open only to students in one of the Honors tracks or by permission of Department Chair.
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Social Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Social Science
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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Spanish |
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SPAN 100 Spanish Language and Culture I This course is designed to introduce the student to the Spanish sound system and grammatical structure in an effort to give the student a basic understanding of the language, including listening comprehension, reading, speaking and writing skills. In addition to language skills, the course offers the student insight into Spanish culture. Classroom instruction is supplemented with exercises in the language laboratory. Recommendation: Primarily designed for students with no previous knowledge of Spanish.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Foreign Language
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SPAN 101 Spanish Language and Culture II A continuation of Spanish I, this course introduces the student to the more complicated elements of Spanish grammar and concentrates on the refinement of the student’s basic communication skills. Classroom instruction, which also continues to give the student an awareness of Spanish culture and customs, is supplemented with exercises in the language laboratory.
Pre-requisite(s): Primarily designed for students who have completed Spanish I or no more than two years in high school.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Foreign Language
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SPAN 200 Spanish Language and Culture III A continuation of Spanish Language and Culture II, this course offers a review and extension of first year grammar, concentrating on expanding vocabulary, conversational fluency, writing and reading skills, and cultural understanding through the discussion of selected readings in Spanish. Classroom discussions are conducted primarily in Spanish and are supplemented with computer enhanced exercises.
Pre-requisite(s): Primarily designed for students who have completed Spanish II or no more than three or four years in high school.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Foreign Language
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SPAN 201 Spanish Language and Culture IV A continuation of Spanish III, this course completes the review of Spanish grammar and provides more reading of Spanish works. Classroom discussions, conducted primarily in Spanish, concern classroom readings and Spanish customs and culture. Classroom instruction is supplemented with exercises in the language laboratory.
Pre-requisite(s): Primarily designed for students who have completed Spanish III or no more than three or four years in high school.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Foreign Language
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SPRT 100 Philosophy, Principles and Organization of Athletics in Education This foundation course which must be completed by all coaches within two years of their initial appointment as a coach, covers the basic philosophy and principles of physical education, athletics and general education; state, local and national regulations and policies related to athletics; legal considerations; function and organization of leagues and athletic associations in New York State; personal standards for the responsibilities of the coach as an educational leader; public relations and general safety procedures and general principles of school budgets, records, purchasing and use of facilities.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SPRT 101 Health Sciences Applied to Coaching This course examines activities designed to study the health sciences as they apply to coaching athletics. Professional information and guidelines, as they pertain to New York State law, will be discussed. The areas of biology, mixed competition, NYS Education Department selection and classification of athletes, and issues that arise from age and maturity differences of athletes will be discussed.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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SPRT 102 Theory and Techniques of Coaching This course introduces students to the basic concepts common to all sports and the history of interscholastic athletics in New York State. Students study the objectives, rules, regulations and policies of athletics, as well as performance skills, technical information, and organization and management practices will also be covered. The special training and conditioning of athletes in specific sports, the fitting of equipment, specific safety precautions and officiating methods will also be examined. An internship that includes practical experience as a coach in the students’ specified sport and/or periods of observing other approved coaches is required.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Credits: 2
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2
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SPRT 103X Successful Coaching: Additional Sport Certification This course allows students the opportunity to become certified as a coach in an additional sport in New York State. It will be offered to all students. It is required that all students take the New York State coaching course “Theory and Techniques of Coaching” offered as SPRT 102 Theory and Techniques of Coaching , at Hudson Valley Community College, prior to enrollment or receive permission from the department chair. Observational hours will include practical experience as a coach in the specific sport chosen.
Specific courses include:
SPRT 103A – Baseball
SPRT 103B – Softball
SPRT 103C – Basketball
SPRT 103D – Volleyball
SPRT 103E – Lacrosse
SPRT 103F – Soccer
SPRT 103G – Football
Pre-requisite(s): SPRT 102 Theory and Techniques of Coaching or by permission of department chair.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Credits: 1
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 1
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SPRT 275 Professional Issues in Sport and Exercise This course will challenge students to examine the ethical values in sport and help them to respond to moral issues that occur in the sport. Students will be introduced to thought provoking questions about real life sport and exercise dilemmas that often challenge athletes and coaches. Students will recognize the significant impact that sport and exercise have on society. Presentation of facts and guidelines will enable students to engage in critical and reflective thinking about professional issues in sport and exercise.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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Surgical Technology |
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SURG 101 Surgical Technology I - Fundamentals for Surgical Technology This course is a comprehensive study of the operative environment, as well as the professional roles, communication techniques and ethical responsibilities of a surgical technologist. Lecture topics will include historical perspectives of perioperative services and medical terminology. The course also will provide theoretical knowledge for the application of essential operative skills during the perioperative phase. It will introduce the student to the practice of surgical technology with a focus on those skills necessary to function in the role of first scrub. The course will have a lecture and campus lab component. Open only to matriculated Surgical Technology students.
Pre- or co- requisite(s): BIOL 270 Anatomy and Physiology I .
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 8
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
Lab: 10
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SURG 102 Surgical Technology II - Principles of Surgical Technology This course provides an introduction to surgical pharmacology, anesthesia and wound healing physiology. It also discusses the medical legal aspects of perioperative practice in relation to patients’ rights and surgical hazards. This course will offer an introduction to surgical procedures. Open only to matriculated Surgical Technology students.
Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 270 Anatomy and Physiology I and SURG 101 Surgical Technology I - Fundamentals for Surgical Technology .
Pre- or co- requisite(s): BIOL 271 Anatomy and Physiology II .
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 10
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2
Lab: 4
Other: 18
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SURG 201 Surgical Technology III This course serves as an orientation to various other surgical specialties including: gynecology; urology; ear, nose and throat surgery; plastic and hand surgery; pediatric surgery; eye surgery; thoracic surgery; and vascular surgery. This course will introduce students to each anatomical system with a focused review of pathology specific to the procedures performed. The instrumentation specific to each specialty will be discussed, and the course will also include simulated surgical setups specific to each surgical specialty. Open only to matriculated Surgical Technology students.
Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 271 Anatomy and Physiology II and SURG 102 Surgical Technology II - Principles of Surgical Technology .
Pre- or co- requisite(s): BIOL 205 Microbiology .
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2
Other: 6
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SURG 202 Surgical Technology IV This course serves as an orientation to various other surgical specialties including: neurosurgery, orthopedic, cardiac, trauma and emergency surgery. The course will introduce students to each anatomical system with a focused review of pathology specific to the procedures performed. The instrumentation specific to each specialty will be discussed. The course will include simulated surgical setups specific to each surgical specialty. The course will review content for the certification exam and offer students the tools needed to succeed in the workforce. Student also will be exposed to resume writing and interview techniques. Open only to matriculated Surgical Technology students.
Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 205 Microbiology and SURG 201 Surgical Technology III .
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 12
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 4
Other: 24
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Telecommunications Technology |
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TELT 100 Electrical Circuits In this course students learn to analyze DC and AC passive circuits using Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s laws and Superposition. RC and RL circuits are analyzed for impedance and phase angles and troubleshooting, analysis by computer simulation using simulation software, and telecommunication applications are stressed throughout.
Pre-requisite(s): TELT 102 Computer Applications in Telecommunications and MATH 141, Mathematical Applications II.
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
Lab: 2
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TELT 102 Computer Applications in Telecommunications This introductory course in the basic computer orientation and implementation of hardware and software applications in telecommunications. Students will use various software packages to create documents, spreadsheets, graphs, databases and presentations. The student will utilize this knowledge to solve problems and transfer information via electronic medium. Lectures, interactive learning, demonstrations will be employed. Laboratory exercises will be required.
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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TELT 105 Introduction to Electronics In this course, students will practice the analysis and application of advanced electronics circuits as applied to the telecommunications industry. Topics include frequency, response filters, op-amps, oscillators, amplitude modulation, noise and LC circuits. Troubleshooting and analysis by computer simulation software is stressed throughout.
Pre-requisite(s): PHYS 125, Physics for Telecommunications-Verizon and TELT 100 Electrical Circuits .
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 4
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TELT 110 Digital Systems for Telecommunications I This course presents topics in hardware and systems as used in the telecommunications industry. Electrical and digital circuits are explored and binary numbers systems are discussed as applied to telecommunications equipment. Students will explore hardware to the modular level and demonstrate and simulate digital circuits.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 140, Mathematical Applications I and TELT 102 Computer Applications in Telecommunications .
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
Lab: 2
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TELT 203 Network Infrastructure Students practice the analysis and application of physical level services and methodologies as applied to the telecommunications industry. Troubleshooting, analysis through “learn by doing” exercises and computer simulation software are stressed throughout.
Pre-requisite(s): PHYS 125, Physics for Telecommunications Technology - Verizon and TELT 105 Introduction to Electronics .
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 4
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TELT 205 Electronic Communications In this course, students will practice the analysis and application of advanced electronic circuits as applied to the telecommunications industry. Topics include frequency modulation, communication techniques: digital, wired and wireless, transmission lines, antennas and fiber optics. Troubleshooting and analysis by computer simulation software is stressed throughout.
Pre-requisite(s): TELT 105 Introduction to Electronics .
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 4
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TELT 207 Digital Systems for Telecommunications II In this course, students will be working with hardware and software installation and will be provided an introduction of personal computer fundamentals. The course will cover managing and supporting Windows and configuring user related issues and customization. Students will connect a personal computer to a network and install and set up a printer. In addition, students will learn troubleshooting fundamentals and how to maintain a computer. An optional topic would cover Home Technology Integration, including surveillance and home automation. The course is composed of lecture and in-class demonstrations.
Pre-requisite(s): TELT 110 Digital Systems for Telecommunications I .
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 4
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TELT 210 Telecommunications I This course is designed to train students in the organization, architecture, setup, maintenance, hardware and software aspects of local area networks. Topics include: introduction to networks, types and characteristics of different network architectures and network topologies, intra- and inter-network devices, network operating systems, peer to peer and client/server environments, LAN setup and maintenance, network printing, and internal web server. A hands-on approach will be taken with team projects throughout.
Pre-requisite(s): TELT 100 Electrical Circuits .
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 4
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TELT 220 Telecommunications II Students will learn to understand and use switches and routers in simple and complex networks. Emphasis is placed on the use and operation of a wide range of Cisco products. Additional exposure is given to a range of traditional wide area network services used in today’s network infrastructure. “Learning by doing” exercises and computer simulation software are used throughout to complement and reinforce faculty lectures and discussion.
Pre-requisite(s): TELT 210 Telecommunications I .
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 4
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TELT 230 Telecommunications III Students learn to understand and use a range of upperlevel services supported by TCP/IP protocols and broadband transmission services. Emphasis is given to the design and operation of Voice over IP and Video over IP applications. “Learn by doing” exercises and computer application software are used throughout to complement and reinforce faculty lectures and discussion.
Pre-requisite(s): TELT 220 Telecommunications II .
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
Lab: 2
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TELT 240 Telecommunications IV This course is a survey of current and emerging technologies in telecommunications. Lectures, interactive learning, demonstrations and site visits will be employed. Laboratory exercises will be required.
Pre-requisite(s): TELT 230 Telecommunications III .
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
Lab: 2
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THEA 100 Introduction to The Theatre An overview of the history and elements of Western Theatre from the ancient Greek roots of comedy and tragedy through the bizarre realism of such modern writers as Sam Shepard. Also touches upon the essentials of playwriting and production.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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THEA 110 Acting I This course is an exploration and survey of the basic principles of the art and craft of acting. Exercises to free, develop, and condition the voice and body, and to develop the powers of observation, concentration, sensory perception, imagination, and invention will be employed. Students will work in ensemble situations and experience the process of theatrical realization of a script. The main purpose of this course is to help students develop an awareness of their instrument: their voice, body and imagination; to learn how to truthfully employ it in the situations of scenes and improvisations. Students are also encouraged to take artistic risks and build confidence in their ability to perform.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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THEA 111 Acting II This course is an exploration of acting techniques involving the psychological realism of contemporary theatre practice. This course also focuses on learning and applying a practical method of analyzing a script for character action and identity. This course will also explore audition techniques.
Pre-requisite(s): THEA 110 Acting I or by permission of department chair.
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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THEA 120 Theatre Internship Students engage in supervised internship in a theatre environment. Placement assignments will be arranged by the student intern with the consent of the supervising instructor. Students may consult the instructor for suggestions, or they may present options of their own.
Pre-requisite(s): Approval of Fine Arts, Theatre Arts and Digital Media department chairperson.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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THEA 130 Introduction to Technical Theatre This course is a hands-on examination of the fundamentals of stage craft and the technical elements of a production. Topics include the identification, safe handling, proper use and coordination of theatre architecture, scenery and stage components, and materials and tools. Students will learn set, properties (“props” such as furniture, personal and decorative items) and costume construction techniques, rigging techniques, lighting instrument installation, and operation and production organization and etiquette.
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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THEA 170 Introduction to Improvisational Theatre This course introduces students to the fundamentals of improvisational acting. Theatre games and exercises, intended to free students from the anxiety and mental blocks associated with performing without any prior preparation, will be utilized. Students will work in groups to develop the communicative and cooperative skills needed to confidently participate in the various styles and forms of improvisational theatre. Finally, this course will allow students to develop the skills of listening, observation, impromptu thinking and expression that are necessary for effective interpersonal communication in work, school and social situations.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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THEA 180 Introduction to Stage Management This course is a hands-on introduction to the stage manager’s jobs, duties and responsibilities. It is a detailed, step-by-step examination of the stage manager’s involvement in all of the technical aspects of theatre including the stage manager’s relationship with the playwright, director, producers, cast and technical and stage crew. Students may be responsible for the purchase of some necessary course supplies.
Pre-requisite(s): THEA 100 Introduction to The Theatre or permission of department chair.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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THEA 200 Theatre Production Practicum This course provides an opportunity for the students to work as actors, stage managers, assistant stage managers, assistant directors or technical crew members for a full-length theatrical production. This course requires participation in a production of the college’s Theatre Club in conjunction with the Fine Arts, Theatre Arts and Digital Media Department. Student roles will be determined by the instructor based upon an initial audition or interview after the course begins. Theatre Arts majors who take Theatre Production Practicum and Technical Theatre Practicum must assume a different participatory production role for each course.
Pre-requisite(s): THEA 100 Introduction to The Theatre or permission of department chair.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 1
Other: 6
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THEA 201 Technical Theatre Practicum This course provides an opportunity for students to work on and develop a theatrical production. Each student will choose one of many different production roles to perform including stage manager, assistant stage manager, properties manager, assistant technical director, costume designer/coordinator, set construction crew member, lighting or sound crew member. This course requires participation in a production of the college’s Theatre Club in conjunction with the Fine Arts, Theatre Arts and Digital Media Department. Assignments are coordinated by the instructor each semester with the productions being presented; an initial interview is required after the course begins. Theatre Arts majors who take Theatre Production Practicum and Technical Theatre Practicum must choose a different participatory production role for each course.
Pre-requisite(s): THEA 100 Introduction to The Theatre and THEA 130 Introduction to Technical Theatre or permission of department chair.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 1
Other: 6
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THEA 210 Acting III This course offers a practical, hands-on introduction and exploration of the major styles of the art and craft of acting. In this class, students will apply the skills and techniques they have gained in Acting I and II, or the equivalent experience, to actively explore, analyze and perform some of the major acting styles that have developed from the theatre’s ritualistic origins. This class focuses on the different styles of acting as they developed from classical Greek and Roman drama, through the Medieval drama of the Middle Ages and the rich and varied styles of the Renaissance, to the Realism and Naturalism of the 19th and 20th centuries. Acting styles to be explored include Commedia dell’Arte, Elizabethan and the Restoration’s Comedy of Manners.
Pre-requisite(s): THEA 111 Acting II or permission of department chairperson.
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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THEA 230 Introduction to Theatrical Design This course offers an initial exploration of the creative and historical processes and principles and practices of design for the theatre arts. Specifically, the role scenery and costumes play in the visual interpretation and representation of a script is examined. This course will examine elements of composition and incorporate projects, exercises and classroom discussion to help students develop visual awareness and imagination. Students will be introduced to the use of materials and techniques in the preparation of set renderings, models and costume pieces, and will become familiar with period styles and the significance of cultural preferences throughout history. Students may be responsible for the purchase of some necessary course supplies.
Pre-requisite(s): THEA 100 Introduction to The Theatre and THEA 130 Introduction to Technical Theatre or permission of department chair.
Lab fee will be required
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
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THEA 240 Theatre History I This course examines the history, practitioners and relevant sociocultural conditions of theatre from ancient times to the 1700s.
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Humanities
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Arts, Humanities
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
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