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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY SEC 110 Security Concepts (2-2-3)
This course introduces the concepts and issues related to securing information sys- tems and the development of policies to implement information security controls. Topics include the historical view of networking and security, security issues, trends, security resources, and the role of policy, people, and processes in information security. Upon completion, students should be able to identify information security risks, create an infor- mation security policy, and identify processes to implement and enforce policy.
SOCIOLOGY
SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology (3-0-3) Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course introduces the scienti c study of human society, culture, and social interac- tions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and con ict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the in- terplay among individuals, groups, and societies. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
SOC 213 Sociology of the Family (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course covers the institution of the family and other intimate relationships. Em-
phasis is placed on mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and con ict, parenthood, diverse lifestyles, divorce and remarriage, and economic issues. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze the family as a social institution and the social forces which in uence its development and change. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
SOC 220 Social Problems (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course provides an in-depth study of current social problems. Emphasis is placed on
causes, consequences, and possible solutions to problems associated with families, schools, workplaces, communities, and the environment. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, de ne, analyze, and propose solutions to these problems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sci- ences.
MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY
SON 110 Introduction to Sonography (1-3-3-3)
This course provides an introduction to medical sonography. Topics include applications, sonographic terminology, history, patient care, ethics, and basic skills. Upon completion, students should be able to de ne professionalism and sonographic applications and perform basic patient care skills and preliminary scanning techniques.
SON 111 Sonographic Physics (3-3-0-4)
This course introduces ultrasound physical principles, bioeffects, and sonographic instrumen- tation. Topics include sound wave mechanics, transducers, sonographic equipment, Doppler physics, bioeffects, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sound wave mechanics, transducers, sonography equipment, the Doppler effect, bioeffects, and safety.
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