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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 263
CJC 255 Issues in Criminal Justice Applications (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: CJC 111, CJC 221 and CJC 231
This course provides an opportunity to exhibit interpersonal and technical skills required
for application of criminal justice concepts in contemporary practical situations. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of theory and practical skills components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge required of any entry- level law enforcement of cer.
COMMUNICATION
COM 110 Introduction to Communication (3-0-3) Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal group, public, intercultural, and mass communication situations. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human communication in a variety of contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition. Students may not apply both COM 110 and COM 231 toward completion of AA degree.
COM 140 Introduction to Intercultural Communication (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course introduces techniques of cultural research, de nitions, functions, characteris-
tics, and impacts of cultural differences in public address. Emphasis is placed on how diverse backgrounds in uence the communication act and how cultural perceptions and experiences determine how one sends and receives messages. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and skills needed to become effective in communicating outside one’s primary culture. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition.
COM 231 Public Speaking (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches
within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition. Students may not apply both COM 110 and COM 231 toward completion of AA or AS degree requirements.
COSMETOLOGY
COS 111 Cosmetology Concepts I (4-0-4) Corequisite: COS 112
This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, rst aid, sanita- tion, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
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