Degrees and Certificates ACCOUNTING The accounting associate of applied science degree is designed to prepare students for occupations in the accounting profession. Job responsibilities depend on the area of specialization: public accounting, managerial accounting, or governmental accounting. Accountants help individuals and businesses manage their money by setting up and maintaining accounting systems, preparing budgets, studying company operations, performing audits, and preparing government forms. They help management plan and control company activities. Accounting graduates have a wide variety of job opportunities available to them in industry, in governmental agencies, or in the public accounting sector. Beginning accountants usually start as ledger accountants, internal auditors, or as trainees for technical accounting positions. The associate of applied science degree is awarded for successful completion of 6-6 credit hours as outlined. Students desiring a less comprehensive program should consider one of the accounting certificate programs also listed below. Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate-CPA Exam Preparation: The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) awarded Lone Star College System (LSCS) the designation to offer Qualifying Educational Credit for the CPA Examination. Eleven of the LSCS accounting courses meet the TSBPA s definition of upper-division accounting courses required to take the CPA exam. This designation allows individuals who have already earned a baccalaureate or higher degree from a recognized educational institution to gain the thirty (0) advanced accounting hours required to qualify for the CPA exam. The individual should be enrolled in the accounting advanced technical certificate-cpa exam preparation and take no less than 4 semester hours of accounting from LSCS toward meeting the 0 semester hours. Contact the accounting department at LSC-CyFair, Montgomery, North Harris or Tomball for specific information, advising, and recommended sequencing of courses. The general education core courses and several individual accounting courses will transfer to a variety of universities. Contact the counselor or advisor at any college for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. TAXATION CERTIFICATE MARKETABLE SKILLS AWARD (MSC_TAXC certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) ACNT Federal Income Tax: Individual ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting I 4 ACNT 47 Federal Income Tax for Partnerships and Corporations ACNT 9 Special Topics in Taxation TOTAL Credits for Taxation Certificate Marketable Skills Award ACCOUNTING CERTIFICATE (C_ACC certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting I 4 ACNT Fed. Income Tax: Individual ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting II 4 ACNT 0 Intermediate Accounting I Elective Department Approved -4 ACNT 04 Intermediate Accounting II ACNT 09 Cost Accounting ACNT Internal Control and Auditing TOTAL Credits for Accounting Certificate 0- Electives to be selected from ACNT 40, 47, 9, 9, 0,,, 7, 80, 8; BUSI 0, 0, 04; ITSW 404,407. Other electives may be chosen with Accounting department approval. LSCS Catalog 0/0 0
ACCOUNTING Associate of applied science degree (AAS_ACCS degree offered at LSC-CyFair, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) FIRST YEAR Credit ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting I 4 ACNT Federal Income Tax: Individual HRPO Human Relations OR PSYC 0 General Psychology ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 KINE Any physical activity course ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting II 4 ACNT 47 Federal Income Tax for Partnerships & Corp. BMGT 7 Principles of Management BUSI 0 Business Law ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I ACNT 0 Intermediate Accounting I ACNT 09 Cost Accounting ECON 0 Macroeconomics OR ECON 0 Microeconomics MATH 4 College Algebra SPCH 5 Public Speaking OR SPCH Business and Professional Communication ACNT 04 Intermediate Accounting II ACNT Internal Control & Auditing Elective Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Department approved -4 Elective Outside Area of Specialization TOTAL Credits for AAS Degree 6-6 Must meet multicultural requirement Electives to be selected from ACNT 40, 9, 9, 0,,, 7, 80, 8; HRPO 0; BMGT ; BUSI 07, 04; ITSW 404, 407. Other electives may be chosen with Accounting department approval. ACCOUNTING ADVANCED TECHNICAL Certificate-CPA Exam preparation (C4_ACC4 certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) Prerequisite: Bachelor s degree that includes the equivalent of ACCT 40, ACCT 40, ECON 0, ECON 0 and BUSI 0. If these courses are not included in the bachelor s degree, they must be completed in order to be admitted into the certificate program. ACNT 0 Intermediate Accounting I Elective Business Elective ACNT Federal Income Tax: Individual ACNT 74 Technical Writing for Accountants ACNT 04 Intermediate Accounting II ACNT 47 Federal Income Tax for Partnerships/ Corporations Elective Business Elective Elective Business Elective ACNT 09 Cost Accounting ACNT Advanced Accounting ACNT 0 Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting ACNT 4 9 Federal Income Tax: Advanced Elective 5 Accounting Elective ACNT 40 Accounting and Business Ethics ACNT 6 Internal Control and Auditing Elective Business Elective TOTAL Credits for Accounting Advanced Technical Certificate 48 Choose business electives from the following: BMGT 7, BMGT, HRPO 07, MRKG 48, MRKG, and BUSI 7. Other electives may be chosen with accounting department approval. Meets the TSBPA s requirements for a discrete (stand-alone) course in accounting communications or business communications. Meets semester hour out of a semester hour TSBPA s requirement for accounting research and analysis. 4 Meets the TSBPA s requirements for a discrete (stand-alone) course in accounting research and analysis. 5 Choose accounting electives from the following: ACNT 9,9,, 7 6 audio visual systems Do you want to work on live productions such as a rock concert or a Broadway musical? The level one certificate, level two certificate, and associate of applied science degree are designed to train audio visual systems specialists to work in live sound and event productions. Learn the fundamental knowledge, skills and abilities to design, maintain, and operate audio/visual/lighting systems working in places such as entertainment and sporting venues, churches, auditoriums, theatres, hotels/ conventions, trade shows or corporations. The program inherently provides career ladder options to its graduates. 04 LSCS Catalog 0/0
AUDIO VISUAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST- LEVEL I (C_AVS certificate offered at LSC-Montgomery) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers AUDIO VISUAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_AVSS degree offered at LSC-Montgomery) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers DRAM 0 Stagecraft I DFTG 09 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication ITNW 45 Fundmntls of Netwrkg Tehnlgs 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 DRAM 0 Theatre Practicum: Lighting & Sound CPMT 0 Home Technology Integration ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 ITSC Integrated Software Applications III AVTS 7 Intro to AV Lighting & Sound TOTAL Credits for Audio Visual Systems 6 Specialist-Level I Certificate AUDIO VISUAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST- LEVEL II (C_AVS certificate offered at LSC-Montgomery) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers DRAM 0 Stagecraft I DFTG 09 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication ITNW 45 Fundmntls of Networking Technlgs 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 DRAM 0 Theatre Practicum: Lighting & Sound CPMT 0 Home Technology Integration ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 ITSC Integrated Software Applications III AVTS 7 Intro to AV Lighting & Sound BMGT 09 Information & Project Management AVTS 7 AV Lighting/Sound Troubleshooting AVTS 7 Intermediate AV Cooperative Education TOTAL Credits for Audio Visual Systems Specialist-Level II Certificate 45 Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) DRAM 0 Stagecraft I ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric KINE Any physical activity course Elective Math/Natural Science -4 DFTG 09 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting DRAM 0 Theatre Practicum: Lighting & Sound ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITNW 45 Fundmntls of Networking Technlgs 4 AVTS 7 Intro to AV Lighting & Sound ITSC Integrated Software Applications III CPMT 0 Home Technology Integration ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 ENGL Technical Communications AVTS 7 AV Lighting/Sound Troubleshooting AVTS 7 Intermediate AV Cooperative Education SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication Elective Social/Behavioral Science BMGT 09 Information & Project Management AVTS 7 Advanced AV Coop Education AVTS 7 AV Lighting & Sound Project & Presentation TOTAL Credits for Audio Visual Systems 64-65 Specialist Degree See core requirements for AAS degree for options. If science option is chosen, math competency must be met (MATH 008 or higher). Must meet the multicultural requirement AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY The automotive technology associate of applied science degree is designed to provide the broad academic and technical education and training necessary to function in today s automotive service industry. The student will study the mechanical, electrical/electronic and environmental systems of the contemporary automobile and light truck. The graduate will be well prepared for entry-level LSCS Catalog 0/0 05
employment as a career technician within dealership service departments or other major retail or service firms. The academic requirements of the program provide a foundation for continued studies should the student decide to further pursue his or her education or training. The automotive technology program has been reviewed by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation and has full Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. The student is prepared and is encouraged to take the appropriate ASE certification exams. The general service technician certificate program prepares the individual for basic, entry-level employment in the automotive service industry. The program provides course work specializing in brakes, under car mechanical, and the steering and suspension of the contemporary automobile and light truck that affect vehicle control and safety. The chassis and electrical technician specialization certificate program prepares the individual for basic, entry-level employment in the automotive service industry. The essentials of the mechanical, electrical and environmental systems of the contemporary automobile and light truck are major components of the program. The power train and driveability technician specialization certificate program prepares the individual for basic, entry-level employment in the automotive service industry. The program provides course work specializing in the mechanical and electrical systems of the contemporary automobile and light truck that affect optimum operation and driveability. Courses completed in the certificate programs may be applied toward the associate degree in automotive technology. The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. GENERAL service technician certificate (C_GST certificate offered at LSC-Montgomery and North Harris) AUMT 405 Intro to Automotive Technology 4 AUMT 407 Automotive Electrical Systems 4 AUMT 40 Automotive Brake Systems 4 AUMT 46 Suspension and Steering 4 AUMT 80 Cooperative Education OR AUMT 8 Automotive Service TOTAL Credits for General Service Technician Certificate 9 Chassis and Electrical Technician Specialization Certificate (C_CET certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) FIRST YEAR Credit AUMT 405 Intro to Automotive Technology 4 AUMT 407 Automotive Electrical Systems 4 AUMT 40 Automotive Brake Systems 4 AUMT 45 Auto Transmission & Transaxle 4 AUMT 8 Cooperative Education OR AUMT 8 Automotive Brake Systems AUMT 46 Suspension and Steering 4 AUMT 445 Auto Heating & Air Conditioning 4 AUMT 47 Automotive Electronics 4 TOTAL Credits for Chassis and Electrical Technician Specialization Certificate Note: It is strongly suggested that the following A.S.E. exams be taken by the student: The Electrical exam and one elective exam. POWER TRAIN AND DRIVEABILITY TECHNICIAN SPECIALIZATION CERTIFICATE (C_PTD certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) AUMT 405 Intro to Automotive Technology 4 AUMT 407 Automotive Electrical Systems 4 AUMT 4 Manual Drive Train and Axles 4 AUMT 47 Engine Performance Analysis I 4 AUMT 45 Auto Transmissions & Transaxle 4 06 LSCS Catalog 0/0
AUMT 49 Automotive Engine Repair 4 AUMT 44 Engine Performance Analysis II 4 AUMT 47 Automotive Electronics 4 AUMT 8 Cooperative Education OR AUMT 8 Automotive Brake Systems TOTAL Credits for Power Train and Driveability Technician Specialization Certificate 5 Note: It is strongly suggested that the following A.S.E. exams be taken by the student: the Engine Performance exam and the Electrical exam. Automotive Technology Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_AUTO degree offered at LSC-North Harris) AUMT 405 Intro. to Automotive Technology 4 AUMT 407 Automotive Electrical Systems 4 ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I Elective Social/Behavioral Science AUMT 40 Automotive Brake Systems 4 AUMT 49 Automotive Engine Repair 4 SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication TECM 0 Technical Calculations AUMT 47 Engine Performance Analysis I 4 HUMA 0 Introduction to the Humanities I ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 KINE Any physical activity course AUMT Elective 4 AUMT 44 Engine Performance Analysis II 4 CHEM 405 Introductory Chemistry 4 AUMT Elective 4 AUMT 445 Auto Heating & Air Conditioning 4 AUMT 8 Cooperative Education AUMT 47 Automotive Electronics 4 AUMT 4 80 Cooperative Education OR AUMT 4 8 Automotive Service TOTAL Credits for Automotive Technology Specialization 70 See core requirements for AAS degree for options. Meets multicultural requirement Automotive electives to be selected from AUMT 46, 4, 45 4 Capstone It is strongly suggested that the following A.S.E. exams be taken by the student: the Engine Repair exam, Engine Performance exam, Electrical exam and one elective exam. Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher). aviation management The aviation management program provides students with the opportunity to prepare for careers in airport and aviation management. Through the collaboration of educators and experts in these fields, the program includes courses in airport management, finance, meteorology, operations, safety, and airport design. Students will gain knowledge and experience through classes focused on management skills, knowledge of the aviation industry, general education and cooperative education. Employment opportunities are available at airports, private and commercial airlines, government agencies and aviation service companies. For more information, contact counseling or a faculty member. AVIATION MANAGEMENT Associate of applied science degree (AAS_AVIM degree offered at LSC-North Harris) Prerequisite Credit COSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 AIRP Introduction to Aviation AIRP 7 Private Pilot Ground School ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I BMGT 09 Information and Project Mgmt. MATH 4 College Algebra Elective Speech Elective BMGT 7 Principles of Management AIRP 07 Aviation Meteorology ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting I 4 KINE Any physical activity course AVIM Airline Management AVIM 9 Aviation Marketing ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting II 4 HRPO 07 Organizational Behavior AVIM 7 Aviation Law ECON 0 Microeconomics AVIM 5 Airport Management Elective Humanities/Fine Arts GEOL 405 Environmental Geology 4 AVIM 80 Cooperative Education - Aviation/ Airway Mgmt & Ops TOTAL Credits for Aviation Management AAS Degree 65 Choose from SPCH, 8, or BUSI 04 Must meet multicultural requirement LSCS Catalog 0/0 07
BIOTECHNOLOGY Biotechnology is a continually evolving field offering solutions to problems in fields such as forensics, pharmaceutical, medical research, alternative fuels, and agriculture. LSC-Montgomery offers the skills necessary for entry-level work in the bioscience industry. The biotechnology associate of applied science (AAS) degree program offers experiences in cell culture, laboratory methods, molecular biology, and laboratory instrumentation. Additionally, the program includes a sequence of biology, chemistry, and microbiology. In the final semester of the program, students work as interns in area biotechnology companies or medical center research labs to complete their training. The LSC-Montgomery biotechnology program is the top-ranked program in Texas and the only one to be rated as Exemplary by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. In addition, the biotechnology associate s degree program is rated as a recognized biotechnology program by the Texas Skill Standards Board (TSSB) as it has integrated the state s biotechnology and biomedical skill standards into its program. After completing the AAS degree, students may choose to transfer to a neighboring university and enroll in a + program leading to a bachelor s degree in biotechnology or related fields. Currently, such a program exists with the UH Downtown and the University of Texas, Medical Branch. The courses for several of these bachelor degree programs are offered at the LSC-University Center, located on the LSC-Montgomery campus. For students with an AS or BS degree in the natural sciences, LSC-Montgomery offers an advanced technical certificate (ATC) in biotechnology. Students who have taken the prerequisite courses in chemistry and biology can complete the Biotechnology ATC in one year. The program requires only seven courses, including an internship, and thus allows students rapid entry into the biotech workforce. Students with the appropriate level of prior training may elect to take individual courses within the biotechnology core, with the exception of the internship course. A student, for example, may take the Molecular Biology Techniques course (BITC 44) to gain skills in that area. The LSC-Montgomery Biotechnology Institute (MCBI) was created to establish a point of contact for all biotechnology training inquiries. The Institute s goal is to prepare students for all levels of entry into the biotechnology industry. The MCBI functions to identify and meet biotechnology industry training needs, recruit students using a variety of outreach programs, help retrain workers changing careers through the Biotechnology ATC, and partner with four-year programs. Please e-mail mcbiotech@ LoneStar.edu, call 96.7.7060, or visit our Web site at http://montgomery.lonestar.edu/biotech for more information about the MCBI. BIOTECHNOLOGY Associate of applied science degree (AAS_BIOT degree offered at LSC-Montgomery) BIOL 406 Biology I 4 BITC 4 Intro. to Biotechnology 4 CHEM 405 Introductory Chemistry OR 4 CHEM 4 General Chemistry I ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I MATH 4 College Algebra BIOL 40 Medical Microbiology OR 4 BIOL 4 General Microbiology BITC 40 Biotechnology Lab Methods & Techniques 4 CHEM 49 Intro Organic/Biochemistry OR 4 CHEM 4 General Chemistry II ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric II BIOL 407 Biology II 4 BIOL 46 Genetics 4 BITC 4 Biotechnology Lab Instrumentation 4 PHIL 06 Introduction to Ethics KINE Any physical activity course BITC 9 Special Topics in Biotechnology BITC 44 Molecular Biology Techniques 4 BITC 4 Cell Culture Techniques 4 SPCH Intro to Speech Communication OR SPCH SPCH 5 Public Speaking OR Business and Professional Communication SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology OR SOCI 9 Minority Studies BITC 9 Special Topics in Biotechnology BITC 486 Internship 4 TOTAL Credits for Biotechnology AAS Degree 69 Meets computer competency Meets multicultural requirement 08 LSCS Catalog 0/0
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCED TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE (C4_BIO4 certificate offered at LSC-Montgomery) BITC 40 Biotechnology Lab Methods & 4 Techniques BITC 4 Biotechnology Lab Instrumentation 4 BIOL 46 Genetics 4 BITC 9 Special Topics in Biotechnology BITC 4 Cell Culture Techniques 4 BITC 44 Molecular Biology Techniques 4 BITC 9 Special Topics in Biotechnology BITC 486 Internship 4 TOTAL Credits for Biotechnology Advanced Technical Certificate 6 COMPUTER INFORMATION Technology The computer information technology department offers educational programs designed to provide students with current technological skills needed for the workplace. Working closely with local business and community leaders, several certificates and degrees have been developed for many workforce needs, including advancing career or college transfer goals. The program is suitable for: First time computer users High school graduates with some computer training Professionals seeking cross-training or updated skills The information technology certificate is designed for those with little or minimal computer training and allows students to choose an area of concentration from the more advanced specialty certificates. The computer core courses allow students to explore technology software, hardware and telecommunications before deciding on an area of specialization. The specialty certificates designed for those who want advanced skills include: PC Desktop or PC Support Computer Networking Cisco Internetworking E-Business Web Developer Some of the job market titles addressed by these certificates are: PC Desktop Support Technician Network Technician Integrated Technology Specialist Network Administrator Network Engineer/Designer Network Security Specialist Programmer (Visual BASIC, C++, RPG, ACCESS database, Java, XML & C#) Microcomputer Specialist E-Commerce Application Specialist Internet Developer Students seeking degrees in computer information technology may follow a plan that adds academic courses to the two levels of certificates. Students who have degrees or who have articulated courses from high school may receive additional training in areas such as Visual Basic.NET, C, RPG programming, and Network Security. Students will find coursework, taught by certified instructors, in our certificate and degree programs that lead to professional certification from vendors such as Microsoft, Cisco and Oracle. The general education core courses, COSC classes, and some technical courses transfer to a variety of universities. Technical AAS degrees transfer in total to some universities. Contact a counselor or advisor at any college for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. Students interested in transferring to a bachelor s program in computer science should consider completing the A.A. degree with a field of study in computer science. See the academic transfer section of this catalog for details. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE (C_CIT certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers BMGT 09 Information & Project Management ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITNW 45 Fundmntls of Networking Technlgs 4 POFT 0 Business English LSCS Catalog 0/0 09
TOTAL Credits for Information Technology Certificate 8 MICROSOFT office specialist CERTIFICATE (C_MSO certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers ITSW 0 Introduction to Word Processing POFT 0 Business English ITSC Integrated Software Appl. III OR ITSC 80 Cooperative Education ITSW 404 Introduction to Spreadsheets 4 ITSW 407 Introduction to Databases 4 TOTAL Credits for Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate Integrated Technology BASIC CERTIFICATE (C_ITB certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITCC 404 Cisco Exploration -Routing 4 Protocols and Concepts SPCH Business and Professional Communication ITNW 47 Computer Virtualization 4 TOTAL Credits for Integrated Technology Basic Certificate 0 Integrated Technology ADVANCED CERTIFICATE (C_ITA certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITCC 404 Cisco Exploration -Routing 4 Protocols and Concepts SPCH Business and Professional Communication ITNW 47 Computer Virtualization 4 ITCC 408 Cisco Exploration -LAN Switching 4 and Wireless ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration 4-Accessing 4 the WAN MATH 4 College Algebra ITMT 470 Windows 7 Client Configuration 4 70-680 ITMT 47 Windows Server 008 4 Elective Technical Elective -4 ITSY 44 Information Technology Security OR ITSC 407 UNIX Operating System I 4 TOTAL Credits for Integrated Technology Advanced Certificate 56-57 Choose from ITSE 445, ITNW 45, ITSY 400, ITSY 40, EECT 7, EECT 07, ITMT 47, ITMT 470 Integrated Technology Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_ITEC degree offered at LSC-North Harris) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITCC 404 Cisco Exploration -Routing 4 Protocols and Concepts SPCH Business and Professional Communication ITNW 47 Computer Virtualization 4 ITCC 408 Cisco Exploration -LAN Switching 4 and Wireless ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration 4-Accessing 4 the WAN MATH 4 College Algebra ITMT 470 Windows 7 Client Configuration 4 70-680 0 LSCS Catalog 0/0
ITMT 47 Windows Server 008 4 Elective Technical Elective -4 ITSY 44 Information Technology Security OR ITSC 407 UNIX Operating System I 4 Elective Technical Elective -4 Elective Capstone Course -4 SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology KINE Any physical activity course HUMA 0 Introduction to the Humanities I TOTAL Credits for Integrated Technology AAS 69-7 Choose from ITSE 445, ITNW 45, ITSY 400, ITSY 40, EECT 7, EECT 07, ITMT 47, ITMT 470. Capstone choose from ITSC 8, ITSY 44, ITSE 4 or ITSE 456 Meets multicultural requirement COMPUTER NETWORKING Specialization Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (specializations offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, North Harris and Tomball) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR CPMT 40 Intro. to Computer Technology BMGT 09 Information & Project Management Elective Social/Behavioral Science ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs 4 ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I Elective Humanities/Fine Arts Tech. Track Technical Networking Core 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking Core 4 KINE Any physical activity course POFT 0 Business English OR BUSI 04 Business Communications Elective 4,7 Math/Natural Science -4 ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking 4 Elective 4 General Education Elective 5 Technical Elective -4 Elective 5 Technical Elective -4 ITSC 6 49 Personal Computer Help Desk -4 Support OR ITSC 6 80 Cooperative Education TOTAL Credits for Computer Networking Specialization AAS 6-67 To meet multicultural requirement, choose an approved course from either social/behavioral science or humanities/fine arts elective All Technical Networking courses must be chosen from the same track: Microsoft Track (AAS_CNMS): ITMT 470, ITMT 47, ITMT 47 or ITMT 47, ITMT 470 Cisco Track (AAS_CNCI): ITCC 40, ITCC 404, ITCC 408, ITCC 40 Course meets speech competency 4 Choose elective from general education requirements 5 Choose Technical Elective from ITMT xxx, ITMT xxx, ITCC xxx, ITSC, ITSW, ITNW, IMED, GRPH, or CPMT 6 7 If science option is chosen, math competency must be met (MATH 008 or higher) Network ADMINISTRATOR CERTIFICATE - MS LEVEL /CCNA (certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, North Harris and Tomball) Prerequisite Credit ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers Tech. Track Technical Networking ( st 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( nd 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( st 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( nd 8 weeks) 4 TOTAL Credits for Network Administrator MCSA/CCNA Certificate 0-4 ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies is required for Microsoft track only. Students in the Microsoft track will complete 4 hours, and students in the Cisco track will complete 0 hours. All technical networking courses must be chosen from the same track: Microsoft Track (C_MCSA): ITMT 470, ITMT 47, ITMT 47 or 47, ITMT 470 Cisco Track (C_CCNA): ITCC 40, ITCC 404, ITCC 408, ITCC 40 NETWORK ENGINEER CERTIFICATE-MS LEVEL II/CCNP (certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, North Harris and Tomball) Prerequisite Credit ITNW 45 Fundmntls of Networking Technlgs 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers LSCS Catalog 0/0
Tech. Track Technical Networking ( st 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( nd 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( st 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( nd 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( st 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking ( nd 8 weeks) 4 Tech. Track Technical Networking 4 Elective Technical Networking Elective 4 TOTAL Credits for Network Engineer MCSE/CCNP Certificate 6-40 ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies is required for Microsoft track only. Students in the Microsoft track will complete 40 hours. Students in the Cisco track will complete 6 hours. All technical networking courses must be chosen from the same track: Microsoft Track (C_MCSE): ITMT 470, ITMT 47, ITMT 47 or ITMT 47, ITMT 470, ITMT 4xx, ITNW 4xx or departmental approval. Cisco Track (C_CCNP): ITCC 40, ITCC 404, ITCC 408, ITCC 40, ITCC 454, ITCC 455, ITCC 456 Select technical networking elective from ITNW, ITMT ITSC, ITCC PC DESKTOP SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE (C_PCDS certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers BMGT 09 Information & Project Management ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs OR ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 POFT 0 Business English ITSW 0 Intro to Word Processing ITSW 404 Introduction to Spreadsheets 4 POFT 5 Bus Math & Machine Applications POFT Administrative Systems IMED 6 Web Design I TOTAL Credits for PC Desktop Specialist Certificate 4 PC SUPPORT SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE (C_PCSS certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers BMGT 09 Information & Project Mgmt ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs OR ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 POFT 0 Business English IMED 6 Web Design I ITSW 404 Introduction to Spreadsheets 4 ITSW 0 Intro to Word Processing POFT 5 Bus Math/Machine Applications POFT Administrative Systems Elective Technical OR -4 ACNT 0 Introduction to Accounting I ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I ITSC 45 Personal Computer Hardware 4 ITSC 49 Personal Computer Help Desk Support OR -4 ITSC 80 Cooperative Education ITSW 407 Introduction to Database 4 TOTAL Credits for PC Support Specialist Certificate 5-5 Select from ITCC, ITSC, ITSE, ITSW, ITNW, ITMT, IMED, GRPH or CPMT Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) Programming Specialist CERTIFICATE (C_CPS certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers ITSE 40 Computer Programming OR -4 COSC 09 Logic Design SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communications Elective Programming Language -4 Elective Programming Language 4 ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs OR ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 LSCS Catalog 0/0
Elective Programming Language 4 (sequence course) Elective Programming Language 4 (sequence course) ITSE 50 System Analysis and Design ITSE 459 Adv. Computer Programming OR -4 ITSE 80 Cooperative Education TOTAL Credits for Programming Specialist Certificate 9-4 ITSE 56, 40, 4, 407, 48,44, 47 ITSE 449, 4, 45, 45, 49 or INEW 48 Programming Specialist Specialization Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_CSPS degree offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris and Tomball) Elective General Education ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers ITSE 40 Computer Programming OR -4 COSC 09 Logic Design MATH Elective -4 ACNT 0 Introduction to Accounting I OR -4 ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting I Elective Programming Language -4 Elective Programming Language 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 Elective 4 Social/Behavioral Science Elective 5 Programming Language 4 (sequence course) Elective 5 Programming Language 4 (sequence course) KINE Any physical activity course SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communications Elective 6 Technical -4 Elective 4 Humanities/Fine Arts ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs OR ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITSE 50 System Analysis and Design ITSE 7 459 Adv. Computer Programming OR -4 ITSE 7 80 Cooperative Education TOTAL Credits for Programming Specialist Specialization 6-67 Choose from general education courses Choose from MATH 4 or higher level course ITSE 56,407,40,4,48,44, or 47 4 To meet multicultural requirement, choose an approved course from either social/behavioral science or humanities/fine art elective. 5 ITSE 49, 449, 4, 45, 45 or INEW 48 6 Choose from ITSE, ITSW, ITNW, ITSC, IMED, GRPH 7 C++ PROGRAMMING Enhanced Skills Certificate (C_CCP certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, North Harris and Tomball) ITSE 407 Intro to C++ Programming 4 ITSE 4 Adv. C++ Programming 4 ITSE 459 Adv. Computer Programming 4 TOTAL Credits for Enhanced Skills Certificate GRAND TOTAL for AAS Degree with Enhanced Skills Certificate 7-79 Courses used to meet requirements in AAS cannot be used toward requirements in enhanced skills certificate. VISUAL BASIC Enhanced Skills Certificate (C_CVB certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, North Harris and Tomball) ITSE 4 Introduction to Visual Basic.Net Programming 4 ITSE 449 Adv. Visual BASIC Programming 4 ITSE 459 Adv. Computer Programming 4 TOTAL Credits for Enhanced Skills Certificate GRAND TOTAL for AAS Degree with Enhanced Skills Certificate 7-79 Courses used to meet AAS requirements cannot be used to meet requirements in enhanced skills certificate. E-Business Web Developer CERTIFICATE (C_WEB certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery and North Harris) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers LSCS Catalog 0/0
IMED 6 Web Design I ITSE 40 Computer Programming 4 ITSW 407 Introduction to Database 4 POFT 0 Business English Elective Programming Language 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs OR ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network 4 Fundamentals Elective Programming Language 4 ITSC 407 UNIX Operating System I 4 ITSE 47 Web Application Development 4 TOTAL Credits for E-Business Web Developer Certificate 4 ITSE 4, 407, 445, 49 ITSE 449, 4, 454, 47, 49 E-Business Web Developer Specialization Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_EBUS specialization offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood and North Harris) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers BMGT 09 Information & Project Management ITNW 45 Fundamentals of Netwkg Technlgs OR ITCC 40 Cisco Exploration-Network Fundamentals 4 ITSC 405 Intro to PC Operating Systems 4 ITSE 40 Computer Programming 4 POFT 0 Business English Elective Programming Language 4 IMED 6 Web Design I ITSC 407 UNIX Operating System I 4 ITSW 407 Introduction to Database 4 MRKG Principles of Marketing Elective Advanced Databases (SQL) 4 Elective 4 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 4 Social/Behavioral Science Elective 5 Programming Language 4 (sequence course) ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I Elective 6 General Education MATH 7 Elective -4 ITSE 47 Web Application Development 4 ITSE 8 80 Cooperative Education OR IMED 8 09 Internet Commerce OR ITSC 8 5 Application Software Problem Solving KINE Any physical activity course TOTAL Credits for E-Business Web Developer Specialization 7-7 Course meets communication competency Choose from ITSE 4, 407, 445, 49 ITSE 4, 456, or ITSW 47 depending on concentration 4 To meet the multicultural component for the AAS degree, choose a social/behavioral science OR humanities/fine arts elective from one of these courses: GEOG 0, SOCI 0, ARTS 0, HUMA 0, or PHIL 04 5 Choose from ITSE 449, 4, 454, 47, 49 6 Choose from general education electives 7 Choose MATH 4 or higher level course 8 COSMETOLOGY The program offers certificates for the facial specialist, instructor license and operator license. The certificate program is a full-time, -month program for operator certificate and full-time, 8-month program for facial specialist certificate and instructor certificate. All three certificate programs are approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. Upon successful completion of the program requirements, graduates are eligible to take their state exam. Upon passing their state exam, program graduates become licensed to practice in the State of Texas. Graduates of the cosmetology certificate programs have many employment opportunities including becoming a hair dresser, skin care specialist, and make-up artist. Other areas may be to become a research assistant in the cosmetology industry, a sales representative for a beauty product, or beauty editor for newspapers and magazines. Salaries vary depending upon the place of employment and the graduate s skills and number of work hours. Three associate of applied science degrees are available in this program. The general education core courses will transfer to a variety of universities. Contact the counselor or advisor at any college for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. Admission criteria for Facial Specialist and Operator Certificate, Cosmetology Facial AAS degree, and Cosmetology AAS degree In addition to the system admission requirements, 4 LSCS Catalog 0/0
the following are requirements for admission to the cosmetology program.. High school diploma or GED.. Completed ENGL 004 and ENGL 006 or (ESOL) equivalent, or higher level ENGL course or placement by testing.. Minimum age of 7 years. 4. Mandatory attendance at a scheduled orientation session or departmental approval. 5. Program admission for students with previous college experience requires that the student be in disciplinary good standing at all former institutions. No student will be admitted who is under disciplinary suspension status from another college or institution. Any such status requires positive resolution from the other institution before a student will be considered for cosmetology admission. After program admission approval, the student must have the registration form approved by the cosmetology academic counselor. Applicants who have completed hours in cosmetology in other educational programs may apply for placement by examination for CSME 54, 0, 50, and 505. Official verification of the hours completed is required. Admission criteria for Cosmetology Instructor Certificate and Cosmetology Instructor AAS degree In addition to the system admission requirements the following are requirements for admission to the cosmetology instructor certificate.. High school diploma or GED.. Current Texas operator s license.. Within the past five years, applicants must have a minimum of three years work experience as a licensed cosmetologist versed in all phases of cosmetology. Verification will be required. 4. Completion of semester hours in general education including ENGL 0. 5. Minimum age of 8 years. 6. Must pass comprehensive cosmetology placement examination before taking any cosmetology instructor classes. Progression Requirements Once admitted to the cosmetology program, a student must attain a grade of C or better in each cosmetology course as well as satisfactory attendance record (refer to Cosmetology Student Handbook) in order to progress in the program. Readmission Policy A student who withdraws from the cosmetology program may be re-admitted only once with the recommendation of the department faculty. COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE (C_CIN certificate offered at LSC-Kingwood and North Harris) Prerequisite Credit ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I Electives General Education 9 CSME 44 Cosmetology Instructor I 4 CSME 45 Orientation to the Instruction 4 of Cosmetology CSME 44 Cosmetology Instructor II 4 CSME 45 Cosmetology Instructor III 4 CSME 444 Cosmetology Instructor IV 4 CSME 445 Instructional Theory & Clinical Oper 4 TOTAL Credits for Cosmetology Instructor Certificate 6 Suggested general education electives are those that appear in the Cosmetology AAS degree plans Note: Capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exam. COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR Associate of applied science degree (AAS_COSI degree offered at LSC-Kingwood and North Harris) ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I SPCH 5 Public Speaking OR SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication PSYC 0 General Psychology KINE 04 Personal Health Elective Math/Natural Science 4 CSME 44 Cosmetology Instructor 4 CSME 45 Orientation to the Instruction of Cosmetology 4 CSME 44 Cosmetology Instructor II 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR COSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 CSME 45 Cosmetology Instructor III 4 CSME 444 Cosmetology Instructor IV 4 LSCS Catalog 0/0 5
CSME 445 Instruction Theory & Clinic Operation 4 GOVT 0 American Government BUSG 09 Small Business Management/ Entrepreneurship HRPO Human Relations ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric II MRKG Principles of Selling OR Elective Business course KINE Any physical activity course Elective Humanities/Fine Arts TOTAL Credits for Cosmetology Instructor AAS degree 6-6 See core requirements for AAS degree for options. If science option is chosen, math competency must be met (MATH 008 or higher). Choose one course from MRKG, BUSG, or HRPO with departmental approval Must meet multicultural requirement Note: Capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exam COSMETOLOGY OPERATOR CERTIFICATE (C_COP certificate offered at LSC-Kingwood and North Harris) CSME 54 Artistry of Hair Design I CSME 0 Intro to Haircutting & Related Theory CSME 50 Orientation to Cosmetology 5 CSME 505 Fundamentals of Cosmetology 5 CSME 55 Chemical Reformation and 5 Related Theory CSME 0 Intermediate Haircutting and Related Theory CSME 7 Advanced Cosmetology Techniques CSME 50 Principles of Hair Coloring 5 and Related Theory CSME 59 Advanced Hair Design 5 CSME 54 Prep. for the State Licensing Exam 5 TOTAL Credits for Cosmetology Operator Certificate 4 Note: Capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exam. FACIAL SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE (C_FCL certificate offered at LSC-Kingwood and North Harris) CSME 40 Orientation to Facial Specialist 4 CSME 4 Principles of Facial and Skin Care 4 Technology I CSME 48 Principles of Skin Care CSME 447 Principles of Skin Care/Facials and Related Theory 4 CSME 445 Principles of Facial and Skin Care 4 Technology II CSME 4 Principles of Facials and Skin Care 4 Technology III TOTAL Credits for Facial Specialist Certificate Note: Capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exam Cosmetology Facial Associate of applied science degree (AAS_COSF degree offered at LSC-Kingwood and North Harris) ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I SPCH 5 Public Speaking OR SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication PSYC 0 General Psychology KINE 04 Personal Health Elective Math/Natural Science 4 CSME 40 Orientation to Facial Specialist 4 CSME 48 Principles of Skin Care CSME 4 Principles of Facial and Skin Care 4 Technology I ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers CSME 445 Principles of Facial and Skin Care 4 Technology II CSME 447 Skin Care and Facial Theory Prin. 4 CSME 4 Principles of Facials and Skin Care 4 Technology III GOVT 0 American Government BUSG 09 Small Business Management/ Entrepreneurship HRPO Human Relations ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric II MRKG Principles of Selling OR Elective Business course KINE Any physical activity course Elective Humanities/Fine Arts TOTAL Credits for Cosmetology Facial AAS Degree 60-6 See core requirements for AAS degree for options. If science option is chosen, math competency must be met (MATH 008 or higher). Choose one course from MRKG, BUSG, or HRPO with departmental approval Must meet multicultural requirement Note: Capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exam. 6 LSCS Catalog 0/0
COSMETOLOGY Associate of applied science degree (AAS_COSM degree offered at LSC-Kingwood and North Harris) ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I KINE Any physical activity course SPCH Elective Elective Math/Natural Science -4 PSYC 0 General Psychology CSME 54 Artistry of Hair Design I CSME 0 Intro to Haircutting & Related Theory CSME 50 Orientation to Cosmetology 5 CSME 505 Fundamentals of Cosmetology 5 CSME 55 Chemical Reformation & 5 Related Theory CSME 0 Intermediate Haircutting & Related Theory CSME 7 Advanced Cosmetology Techniques CSME 50 Principles of Hair Coloring & 5 Related Theory CSME 59 Advanced Hair Design 5 CSME 54 Prep. for the State Licensing Exam 5 Elective Humanities/Fine Arts ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 TOTAL Credits for Cosmetology AAS Degree 6-6 Choose from SPCH, 5, 8, or. See core requirements for AAS degree for options. If science option is chosen, math competency must be met (MATH 008 or higher). Must meet the multicultural requirement. Note: Capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exam. DENTAL HYGIENE The Lone Star College System (LSCS) offers an associate of applied science in dental hygiene at LSC-Kingwood. This program is designed for those interested in becoming a registered dental hygienist. The dental hygiene curriculum offered at LSC-Kingwood is a structured intense program with didactic and clinical practice taking place in the health science building on the LSC-Kingwood campus. External rotations are integrated into the curriculum for experiences outside of the school setting. Graduates are prepared to function in a variety of settings including private dental offices, dental clinics or public dental health care clinics. The AAS in dental hygiene program includes general education courses as a foundation for dental hygiene courses. Prerequisite courses are designed to allow the student an opportunity to experience the type of coursework that will be involved in the study of dental hygiene. The dental hygiene program is a competitive entrance admissions program. Go to http://lonestar. edu/dental-hygiene-requirements.htm for information about admission requirements, selection criteria and application process for the program. Students are required to successfully pass a background check. Also, regulations require that students complete the Hepatitis B immunization series prior to the first day of class. This immunization series takes 6 months to complete. DENTAL HYGIENE Associate of applied science degree (AAS_DNHY degree offered at LSC-Kingwood) Prerequisite Credit CHEM 405 Introduction to Chemistry 4 ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and 4 Physiology I SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and 4 Physiology II DHYG 0 Orofacial Anatomy, Histology & Embryology DHYG Preclinical Dental Hygiene Care DHYG 0 Preventive Dental Hygiene I DHYG 04 Dental Radiology BIOL 40 Medical Microbiology 4 BIOL 05 Pathophysiology DHYG 60 Clinical - Dental Hygiene/ Hygienist I DHYG Periodontology DHYG, 07 General and Dental Nutrition DHYG 0 Contemporary Dental Hygiene Care I PSYC 0 General Psychology DHYG 9 Dental Materials DHYG 60 Clinical - Dental Hygiene/ Hygienist II SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication DHYG 5 Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist DHYG Contemporary Dental Hygiene Care II LSCS Catalog 0/0 7
DHYG 6 Clinical - Dental Hygiene/ Hygienist III DHYG 9 General and Oral Pathology PHIL 06 Introduction to Ethics DHYG 5 Community Dentistry DHYG Dental Hygiene Practice DHYG,4 6 Clinical - Dental Hygiene/ Hygienist IV TOTAL Credits for AAS Degree 7 Meets multicultural requirement Meets wellness competency Meets computer competency 4 Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY The associate of applied science degree in diagnostic medical sonography, the associate of applied science degree in echocardiography and the advanced technical certificate in diagnostic medical sonography are designed to prepare graduates for employment in the healthcare industry in the sonography profession. The program is also designed to provide opportunities for job advancement and retention for currently employed radiologic technologists. Prior to application for the diagnostic medical sonography or echocardiography programs: Students must complete all appropriate developmental coursework or retake the section of ASSET, ACCUPLACER, COMPASS, or THEA and score high enough to place into college-level courses. To determine your Student Success Initiative (SSI) status, see a college advisor. Students must complete ENGL 0, MATH 4, PHYS 40 or 40, BIOL 40 and 40 prior to the first DMSO/ DSAE course in the AAS degree. RADR and RADR 05 may be substituted for the PHYS course requirement. Interested students should visit the website, http://cyfair.lonestar.edu/sonography for information regarding technical standards for the profession, applications, and admission criteria for the program. Students who currently hold an ARRT certification or a two-year degree in a patient care health program are eligible for admission to the certificate program. Students who do not hold an ARRT certification or a two-year degree in a patient care health program would apply for the AAS in DMS or Echocardiography. Admission Criteria Clinical space is limited, so students are admitted on a competitive basis. In addition to the general admission requirements of the LSCS, the following requirements must be met in order to apply for admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS programs.. College entry-level ability in mathematics and English (reading/writing) as defined by LSCS. For further information, contact any of the student development offices.. Satisfactory completion of Anatomy and Physiology I and II (BIOL 40 & BIOL 40) with a C or better within the previous five years and prior to submission of an application for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Programs. Refresher anatomy & physiology courses are available through continuing education for students whose biology is older than five years and who do not desire to repeat the courses for credit. The grades earned from the older credit biology courses will be used for grade point calculation where applicable.. Complete the following courses with a C or better: ENGL 0, MATH 4, PHYS 40 or 40 4. A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least.0 in college. 5. Students must register for and take the PSB Health Occupations Aptitude Test. 6. Must complete Hepatitis B immunization series prior to the first clinical course (this may take to 6 months to complete). Applicants must provide written documentation of all immunizations or titers received and a satisfactory physical exam on a college-approved form found on the Web site. 7. Prospective students are required to attend an information session and obtain an information session certificate. 8. Final acceptance into the program is contingent upon a satisfactory background check (as required by clinical facilities) that is completed by a college approved agency at the student s expense. Clinical facilities may also require 8 LSCS Catalog 0/0
completion of satisfactory drug screening and verification of medical insurance. Readmission Guidelines Applicants who have failed or withdrawn from any LSCS sonography program will be considered on an individual basis. Readmission is not automatic. It is based on remediation of an identified problem area and space availability. Students who wish to be readmitted must interview with the program s Readmission Committee and follow current readmission guidelines. At this interview, the student will be asked to describe what steps have been taken in the intervening months to improve the chance of success and an action plan for improvement of academic and/or clinical performance. In addition, students seeking readmission must submit three letters of their standing from the prior sonography program. One letter should be a report of status from the former program director. Readmission into the sonography program must occur within one year of non-completion. A student may be readmitted into the sonography one time only. Transfer Guidelines An individual s request to transfer into any LSCS sonography program will be reviewed on an individual basis by the program director. Class placement is based on previous achievement and space availability. Admission is considered only if prior program enrollment has been within one () year.. Completion of official transfer application.. Written statement from the student describing his/her reasons for originally leaving the program.. Submit current official transcripts from any colleges or universities that the student has attended. 4. Submit three letters of his/her standing from the prior sonography program. One letter should be a report of status from the former program director. DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY Associate of applied science degree (AAS_SONO degree offered at LSC-CyFair) Prerequisite Credit BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 MATH 4 College Algebra BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 PHYS 40 General Physics I OR 4 PHYS 40 Elementary Physics ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I DMSO 0 Introduction to Sonography DMSO 60 Clinical DMSO 405 Sonography of Abdominopelvic 4 Cavity DMSO 0 Basic Ultrasound Physics DMSO 5 Sonographic Sectional Anatomy DMSO 66 Practicum I DMSO 5 Sonography of Superficial Structures SOCI 0 Introduction to Sociology DMSO 405 Sonography of Obstetrics/ Gynecology 4 DMSO 4 Intermediate Ultrasound Physics DMSO 4 Sonography of High Risk Obstetrics ( weeks) DMSO 5 Doppler Physics ( weeks) DMSO 67 Practicum II ( weeks) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers DMSO 45 Advanced Sonography Practices DMSO 0 Advanced Ultrasound Review Elective Humanities/Fine Arts DMSO 4 66 Practicum III DSVT 00 Vascular Technology Applications TOTAL Credits for Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS Degree 7 RADR AND RADR 05 may be substituted for the PHYS course requirement. Meets communication competency; DMSO 0 meets wellness competency Meets multicultural course requirement 4 Students must pass the THEA test and place into college level reading, writing and math prior to entering program. Students must complete PHYS 40 OR 40, ENGL 0, MATH 4, BIOL 40 and 40 prior to the first DMSO course. ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY Associate of applied science degree (AAS_ECHO degree offered at LSC-CyFair) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR COSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I MATH 4 College Algebra LSCS Catalog 0/0 9
PHYS 40 General Physics I OR 4 PHYS 40 Elementary Physics DMSO 0 Introduction to Sonography DMSO 0 Basic Ultrasound Physics DSAE 40 Cardiovascular Concepts 4 DSAE 60 Clinical DSAE 45 Principals-Adult Echocardiography 4 DMSO 4 Intermediate Ultrasound Physics DSAE 404 Echocardiographic Evaluation of Pathology I 4 DSAE 64 Practicum I DSAE 47 Echocardiographic Evaluation of Pathology II 4 DMSO 5 Doppler Physics SOCI 0 Introduction to Sociology DSAE 64 Practicum II DSAE 5 Advanced Echocardiography DSVT 00 Vascular Technology Applications DMSO 4 0 Advanced Ultrasound Review Elective Humanities/Fine Arts DSAE 65 Practicum III TOTAL Credits for Echocardiography AAS Degree 7 RADR AND RADR 05 may be substituted for the PHYS course requirement. Meets communication competency; DMSO 0 meets wellness competency Meets multicultural course requirement 4 Note: Students must pass the THEA test and place into college level reading, writing and math prior to entering program. Students must complete PHYS 40 OR 40, ENGL 0, MATH 4, BIOL 40 and 40 prior to the first DSAE course. SONOGRAPHY NON-INVASIVE VASCULAR TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED SKILLS CERTIFICATE (C_NIV certificate offered at LSC-CyFair) DSVT 0 Non-Invasive Cerebral Vascular Evaluation DSVT 48 Non-Invasive Peripheral Vascular 4 Evaluation DSVT 64 Practicum I DSVT 65 Practicum II DSVT 5 Advanced Non-Invasive Vascular Technology TOTAL Credits for Sonography Enhanced Skills Certificate 5 SONOGRAPHY ADVANCED TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE (C4_SON4 certificate offered at LSC-CyFair) DMSO 0 Introduction to Sonography DMSO 5 Sonographic Sectional Anatomy DMSO 405 Sonography of Abdominopelvic 4 Cavity DMSO 0 Basic Ultrasound Physics DMSO 60 Clinical DMSO 66 Practicum I DMSO 4 Intermediate Ultrasound Physics DMSO 405 Sonography of Obstetrics/ Gynecology 4 DMSO 5 Sonography of Superficial Structures DMSO 67 Practicum II ( weeks) DMSO 4 Sonography of High Risk Obstetrics ( weeks) DMSO 5 Doppler Physics ( weeks) DSVT 00 Vascular Technology Applications DMSO 66 Practicum III DMSO 0 Advanced Ultrasound Review DMSO 45 Advanced Sonography Practices TOTAL Credits for Sonography Advanced Technical Certificate 44 Note: Admission to the program requires graduation from a two-year patient-care allied health program. ELECTRICIAN If you have been fascinated by electricity, then you might want to look at a career as an electrician. Electricians enjoy one of the higher paid specialty-industry fields with a solid future as America becomes more dependent on consistent and well-maintained supplies of electricity. There are two general types of electrical work: Construction work, which includes reading blueprints, wiring, installing, and testing electrical systems; and Maintenance work, which involves troubleshooting, testing, fixing and upgrading already installed, improperly functioning, electrical systems. Some electricians become electrical inspectors, enter teaching programs, or work as construction consultants. A few enter training programs to 0 LSCS Catalog 0/0
become contractors. Electricians are also finding that their profession is becoming linked with those who do computer and telecommunications wiring. Over 5 percent of electricians take additional classes on telecommunications systems, wiring, and electrical interfaces. At LSC-Tomball, specialized electrician courses are offered that emphasize application more than theoretical development. The courses complement on-the-job training and mirror real world situations by providing classroom studies with hands-on applications in high-tech laboratories. The program also works with local electrician providers/companies to ensure that the class focus meets their needs and on preparing the student to pass the Texas State Licensing exam. The core courses will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty advisor for specific information or to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. Solar Photovoltaic System Electrician MARKETABLE SKILLS AWARD (MSC_SPSE award offered at LSC-Tomball) ELPT 5 National Electrical Code I DFTG 07 Electrical Drafting ELPT 49 Residential Wiring OR 4 ELPT 445 Commercial Wiring ELMT 0 Solar Photovoltaic Systems TOTAL Credits for Solar Photovoltaic System Electrician Marketable Skills Award FUEL CELL SYSTEMS ELECTRICIAN MARKETABLE SKILLS AWARD (MSC_FCSE award offered at LSC-Tomball) ELPT 5 National Electrical Code I FCEL 0 Introduction to Fuel Cell Technology FCEL 0 Fuel Cell Installation, Start-Up, and Maintenance ELPT 49 Residential Wiring OR 4 ELPT 445 Commercial Wiring TOTAL Credits for Fuel Cell Systems Electrician Marketable Skills Award WIND TURBINE SYSTEM ELECTRICIAN MARKETABLE SKILLS AWARD (MSC_WTSE award offered at LSC-Tomball) ELPT 5 National Electrical Code I WIND 00 Introduction to Wind Energy WIND 59 Wind Power Delivery System ELPT 49 Residential Wiring OR 4 ELPT 445 Commercial Wiring TOTAL Credits for Wind Turbine System Electrician Marketable Skills Award RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL ELECTRICIAN CERTIFICATE (C_REC certificate offered at LSC-Tomball) ELPT Basic Electrical Theory ELPT 5 Electrical Calculations I ELPT Intro to Electrical Safety and Tools ELPT 5 National Electrical Code I ELPT 5 National Electrical Code II DFTG 07 Electrical Drafting ELPT 49 Residential Wiring 4 ELPT 445 Commercial Wiring 4 TOTAL Credits for Residential/Commercial Electrician Certificate 6 emergency medical services professions The emergency medical services professions associate of applied science degree includes knowledge, skills and behaviors necessary to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies under the supervision and direction of a physician. Graduates can expect career opportunities predominantly with transfer and emergency ambulance services. Students completing course work in this program are eligible to take National Registry exams. Advanced placement is available for EMT s, EMT-I s and paramedics who are currently certified in the State of Texas and who enter the EMS professions program having taken approved EMS training courses for which college credit was not given. Contact the EMSP program director for additional information concerning advanced placement questions. LSCS Catalog 0/0
The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. Selection Criteria for all Programs There are different admission deadlines for the EMS programs at each campus. Please contact the program director for campus specific admission deadlines. The number of students is limited by spaces available for clinical experience in affiliated hospitals and EMS provider organizations. Competitive selection of students may be necessary if the number of applicants exceeds the number of seats available. Programs Offered EMT Basic is offered at LSC-CyFair, LSC-Montgomery, LSC-North Harris and LSC-Kingwood. The EMSP Intermediate Certificate is offered at LSC-CyFair, LSC-Montgomery, and LSC-North Harris. The EMSP Paramedic Certificate is offered at LSC-CyFair and LSC-North Harris. The EMSP AAS degree is offered at LSC-CyFair and LSC-North Harris. General Admission Criteria. Students must meet the basic requirements for admission to the Lone Star College System (LSCS) and apply to LSCS.. Admission to LSCS does not constitute automatic acceptance into the EMSP program.. Admission to the EMSP program does not guarantee eligibility for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians or certification by Texas Department of State Health Services. Criminal background checks are part of the screening process conducted by the Texas Department of State Health Services. As a result, some candidates may be ineligible for certification. Candidates with concerns about their background check should contact the Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin with their specific concerns. LSCS personnel are unable to make any determinations as to a potential candidate s eligibility for certification. 4. Clinical facilities require students to successfully pass a background check, possibly a drug screen, and additional immunizations not required by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Additional immunizations may be required to satisfy clinical agency requirements. Some of these may include, but are not limited to: a. the annual seasonal flu vaccination b. pneumococcal ( pneumonia ) vaccine c. the HN influenza vaccine Applicants may also show proof of medical insurance as required by clinical agencies. Student medical insurance is available through LSCS. Background checks are done through LSCS approved background check vendors. Applicants must cover the costs of the background check, drug screen, medical insurance and immunizations. Additional program costs to be assumed by the student include uniforms, malpractice insurance, and skills examination fees. 5. If at any time during enrollment in any LSCS emergency medical services program a student is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, the student must inform the director and clinical coordinator in writing and submit a current background check. EMT-Basic (EMSP 50/60) Admission Requirements. Apply for and be admitted to LSCS.. Completion of the following prerequisites is required for admission into the program. ENGL 004 or ENGL 09 AND ENGL 005 or 055, OR higher level course (ENGL 0) OR placement by testing. Completion of MATH 006 OR placement by testing.. Present proof of successful completion of the American Heart Association s Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers within the previous two years, or an equivalent course approved by the program director. 4. Document immunization or laboratory report of immune serum antibody titer against tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, mumps,measles, rubella, varicella and Hepatitis B. LSCS Catalog 0/0
5. Completed Physical Examination/Medical History form. 6. Document negative results from a yearly tuberculosis test (Mantoux). If the test is positive a chest x-ray is required and performed within the time limit established by the facility. Submit the radiology report with the immunization form. Gold Test results will be accepted. 7. Enrollment into the EMT Basic clinical course is contingent upon a satisfactory background check (as required by clinical facilities) that is completed by a college approved agency at the student s expense. Clinical facilities may also require completion of satisfactory drug screening, personal medical insurance, and additional immunizations. EMSP Intermediate Certificate, EMSP Paramedic Certificate, and AAS Requirements. Apply for and be admitted to LSCS.. Students must make formal application to the EMSP department to pursue course work beyond EMSP 50/60.. Applicants who are currently certified at the EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate level or have completed EMSP 50 (EMT Basic) and EMSP 60 (EMT-Basic Clinical) but who do not hold EMT-Basic certification may be provisionally accepted. 4. Students are only accepted for advance coursework in the fall at LSC-CyFair, LSC- Montgomery, and LSC-North Harris. Transfer students should contact the program director for start dates. LSC-CyFair has an accelerated one year program that begins in the fall. 5. An application portfolio must be submitted according to the deadlines established by the EMSP department of each college program. The following should be included in the portfolio. a. Documentation of high school diploma or GED. b. Copies of all relevant academic transcripts: high school, college or university, military service schools, and other (proprietary schools). c. A resume or curriculum vitae showing work history with emphasis on EMS or other health care experience. d. Documentation of EMT-Basic certification. Students who currently are enrolled in an EMT-Basic course or who have completed EMT-Basic course work and are engaged in the credentialing process should provide a statement to this effect e. Document immunization or laboratory report of immune serum antibody titer against tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, mumps, measles, rubella, varicella and Hepatitis B. f. Document negative results from a tuberculosis test (Mantoux). If the test is positive a chest x-ray should be performed within the time limit established by the facility. Submit the radiology report with the immunization form. If a positive test was obtained, a screening questionnaire should be completed prior to the second year of the program. Gold Test results will be accepted. g. Proof of successful completion of the American Heart Association s Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers within the previous two years, or an equivalent course approved by the program director. i. Completed Physical Examination/Medical History form. 6. Final acceptance into the program is contingent upon a satisfactory background check (as required by clinical facilities) that is completed by a college approved agency at the student s expense. Clinical facilities may also require completion of satisfactory drug screening, personal medical insurance, and additional immunizations. 7. Completion of the following prerequisites is required for admission into the program. ENGL 004 or ENGL 09 AND ENGL 005 or 055, OR higher level course (ENGL 0) OR placement by testing. Completion of MATH 006 OR placement by testing. 8. Letters regarding admission status will be mailed out at the conclusion of the application process. LSCS Catalog 0/0
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROFESSIONS INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE (C_EMI certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Montgomery and North Harris) LSC-CyFair offers this certificate in an accelerated schedule. Following completion of the prerequisite semester, students can complete all courses necessary to earn the Intermediate Certificate within one semester. Contact the faculty for more information. Prerequisite Credit EMSP 60 Clinical - EMT Basic EMSP 50 EMT - Basic 5 EMSP 6 Clinical - Paramedic I EMSP 8 Introduction to Advanced Practice EMSP 56 Pt. Assessment & Airway Mgmt EMSP 48 Emergency Pharmacology EMSP 6 Clinical - Paramedic II EMSP 55 Trauma Management EMSP 8 EMS Operation TOTAL Credits for Emergency Medical Services Professions Intermediate Certificate Note: It is recommended that students complete BIOL 40 prior to beginning paramedic coursework. Students will be prepared to take The National Registry Exam-Intermediate 85 after completion of certificate. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROFESSIONS PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATE (C_EMP certificate offered at LSC-CyFair and North Harris) LSC-CyFair offers this certificate in an accelerated schedule. Following completion of the prerequisite semester, students can complete all courses necessary to earn the paramedic certificate within one academic year. Contact the faculty for more information. Prerequisite Credit EMSP 60 Clinical - EMT Basic EMSP 50 EMT - Basic 5 EMSP 6 Clinical - Paramedic I EMSP 8 Introduction to Advanced Practice EMSP 56 Pt. Assessment & Airway Mgmt EMSP 48 Emergency Pharmacology EMSP 6 Clinical - Paramedic II EMSP 55 Trauma Management EMSP 8 EMS Operation EMSP 444 Cardiology 4 EMSP 60 Clinical - Paramedic III EMSP 0 Special Populations EMSP 44 Medical Emergencies 4 EMSP 4 Assessment Based Management EMSP 6 Clinical - EMS TOTAL Credits for Emergency Medical Services Professions Paramedic Certificate 9 Capstone experience course Note: It is recommended that students complete BIOL 40 prior to beginning paramedic coursework. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROFESSIONS Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_EMST degree offered at LSC-CyFair and North Harris) LSC-CyFair offers the associate of applied science degree in an accelerated schedule. Contact the faculty for more information. Prerequisite Credit EMSP 60 Clinical - EMT Basic EMSP 50 EMT - Basic 5 BIOL 40 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 EMSP 6 Clinical - Paramedic I EMSP, 8 Intro of Advanced Practice EMSP 56 Pt. Assessment & Airway Mgmt EMSP 48 Emergency Pharmacology KINE Any physical activity course BIOL 40 Human Anat. & Physiology II 4 EMSP 6 Clinical - Paramedic II EMSP 55 Trauma Management EMSP 8 EMS Operations ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I KINE Any physical activity course EMSP 444 Cardiology 4 EMSP Elective Elective 4 Humanities/Fine Arts EMSP 60 Clinical - Paramedic III EMSP 0 Special Populations EMSP 44 Medical Emergencies 4 PSYC 0 General Psychology EMSP,5 4 Assessment Based Management EMSP 6 Clinical - EMS GOVT 0 American Government SOCI 6 0 Principles of Sociology TOTAL Credits for AAS Degree 67 4 LSCS Catalog 0/0
Meets communication competency Meets computer competency Choose from EMSP 00, 5 or 59 4 See the catalog for appropriate choices and requirements for the associate of applied science degree 5 6 Meets multicultural requirements Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher). It is recommended that students complete BIOL 40 prior to beginning paramedic coursework. engineering technology ENGINEERING DESIGN GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY The engineering design graphics technology associate of applied science degree program prepares graduates for entry-level careers as engineering design technicians. Courses within the program include technical design graphics applications, computer-aided design software and programming, solid modeling design, applied strength of materials, statics, technical specialty courses, and general academic courses. The engineering design graphics technology associate of applied science degree is awarded for successful completion of the 6-69 semester credit hours required in degree plans. Students may specialize in architectural engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology or metal building drafting and design. Students desiring a less comprehensive program may consider the computer-aided design operator/drafting certificate. This certificate program includes 0 semester credit hours of required technical courses. Graduates of the engineering design graphics technology associate of applied science degree possess the technical skills and knowledge to perform essential design layout, prepare supporting documentation, and create finished engineering documentation for production in the engineering, construction, or manufacturing industries. A wide variety of employment opportunities are available to graduates. The general education core and many technical courses will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN OPERATOR/DRAFTING CERTIFICATE (C_EDD certificate offered at LSC-CyFair and North Harris) DFTG 05 Technical Drafting DFTG 09 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting Elective Discipline Track TECM 0 Technical Calculations OR MATH 4 College Algebra Elective Discipline Track Elective Discipline Track DFTG 9 Interm. Computer-Aided Drafting DFTG 40 Solid Modeling/Design Elective Discipline Track Elective Discipline Track TOTAL Credits for Computer-Aided Design Operator/Drafting Certificate 0 Students must select one of the two tracks below and may not deviate from them as they progress through the certificate. Discipline Track Courses Track : Architectural, Civil/Structural - CNBT, DFTG, DFTG 7, ARCE 5, DFTG 8 Track : Mechanical, Manufacturing, Product Design - MCHN 9, DFTG 0, DFTG, METL 0, INMT, DFTG 5 OR CETT 409 Students planning to complete the AAS degree in architectural engineering technology, pre-engineered metal building drafting and design, or mechanical engineering should take MATH 4-College Algebra. Note: A capstone certification exam is required of all certificate students completing the certificate program. The certificate will not be awarded without completion and passing with a minimum grade of 75 percent. Courses should be taken sequentially, in the order shown, considering individual published course prerequisites. Architectural ENGINEERING Technology Specialization Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_EDAE specialization offered at LSC-CyFair and North Harris) ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I DFTG 05 Technical Drafting MATH 4 College Algebra LSCS Catalog 0/0 5
CNBT Construction Methods & Materials I DFTG 09 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting ARCE 5 Structural Drafting MATH 6 Trigonometry CNBT 4 Building Codes & Inspection DFTG Adv Technologies Architectural Design and Drafting DFTG 9 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting DFTG 8 Architectural Drafting-Commercial ENGL Technical Communications OR ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric II KINE Any physical activity course ARTS 04 Art History Survey II ENTC 4 Statics DFTG 7 Metal Building Systems I PHYS 40 General Physics I 4 DFTG 7 Architectural Drafting - Residential DFTG 7 Structural Steel Detailing Elective Social/Behavioral Science SPCH 4 Speech Elective ENTC 4 Strength of Materials 4 ENTC 5 80 Cooperative Education OR DFTG 5 8 Final Project - Advanced Drafting TOTAL Credits for Architectural Engineering Technology Specialization 69 Meets computer competency Meets multicultural requirement. See college catalog for associate of applied science degree graduation requirements for a listing of electives. 4 Choose elective from SPCH, 5, or 5 Mechanical ENGINEERING Technology Specialization Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_EDME specialization offered at LSC-CyFair and North Harris) MATH 4 College Algebra ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I DFTG 05 Technical Drafting MCHN 9 Manufacturing Mat. & Processes DFTG 09 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting DFTG 40 Solid Modeling/Design METL 0 Introduction to Metallurgy MATH 6 Trigonometry DFTG 0 Machine Drafting DFTG 9 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting CETT 409 DC-AC Circuits 4 ENGL Technical Communications OR ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric II Elective Humanities/Fine Arts KINE Any physical activity course ENTC 4 Statics PHYS 40 General Physics I 4 DFTG 5 Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design & Drafting IEIR 0 Motor Controls OR QCTC 4 0 Quality Control ENTC 4 Strength of Materials 4 Elective Social/Behavioral Science DFTG 6 CAD Programming OR INMT 4 Computer Integrated Manufacturing ENTC 5 80 Cooperative Education OR DFTG 5 8 Final Project - Advanced Drafting TOTAL Credits for Mechanical Engineering Technology Specialization 67 Meets computer competency See college catalog for associate of applied science degree graduation requirements for a listing of electives. Select course from either of these areas to meet multicultural requirement. IEIR 0 and DFTG 6 are intended for students wanting to focus on being mechanical designers, but may or may not be within a production manufacturing environment. 4 QCTC 0 and INMT are intended for students wanting to focus their employment within a production and manufacturing environment. 5 Pre-engineered metal building drafting & design SPECIALIZATION Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_EDMB specialization offered at LSC-CyFair and North Harris) ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I CNBT Construction Methods & Materials I DFTG 05 Technical Drafting MATH 4 College Algebra SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication DFTG 09 Basic CAD MATH 6 Trigonometry ARCE 5 Structural Drafting DFTG Adv Technologies Architectural Design and Drafting DFTG 9 Interm. Computer-Aided Drafting ENGL Technical Communications OR ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric II DFTG 7 Structural Steel Detailing DFTG 8 Architectural Drafting - Commercial 6 LSCS Catalog 0/0
ENTC 4 Statics DFTG 7 Metal Building Systems I Elective Humanities/Fine Arts DFTG 7 Metal Building Systems II ENTC 4 Strength of Materials 4 Elective Social/Behavioral Science ENTC 80 Cooperative Education OR DFTG 8 Final Project - Advanced Drafting KINE Any physical activity course TOTAL Credits for Pre-Engineered Metal Building Drafting & Design Specialization 6 Meets computer competency See college catalog for associate of applied science degree graduation requirements for a listing of electives. Select course from either of these areas to meet multicultural requirement Electronics TECHNOLOGY If you are interested in an exciting and rewarding career where people and technology come together, electronics technology may be for you. Specialized courses in electronics technology emphasize application more than theoretical development. The program provides classroom studies with hands-on, high-tech laboratories. The student will use the tools of mathematics, science and telecommunications, as well as the calculator, computer, telecommunication networks and other laboratory equipment. Electronics technologists fill entry-level positions in industry, which include: circuit diagnostics, laboratory and field-testing, manufacturing and assembly, quality assurance, technical sales, field service and certification of new installation projects. They are involved with all products and systems of industry, including radios, radars, computers, network/wireless telecommunications applications and security systems, robots, audio and video systems, automotive electronics, medical instruments and navigation systems. Offered specializations provide our students the opportunity for employment in some of the following job functions: Service Shop Technician Industrial Manufacturing Technician Laboratory Technician Field Service Technician Engineering Assistant/Associate Engineer Technical Writer Technical Sales The core courses will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty advisor for specific information. Basic Electronics Certificate (C_ELTE certificate offered at LSC-CyFair) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers CETT 40 DC Circuits 4 MATH 4 College Algebra CETT 405 AC Circuits 4 CETT 45 Digital Fundamentals 4 CETT 49 Solid State Devices OR -4 Elective Technical TOTAL Credits for Basic Electronics Certificate - Approved electives include any CETT, CPMT, EECT, or ITCC course. Computer engineering Technology Specialization Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_CETS specialization offered at LSC-CyFair) Prerequisite Credit ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR CPMT 40 Introduction to Computer Technology CETT 40 DC Circuits 4 Elective Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Social/Behavioral Sciences ITSE 40 Computer Programming 4 MATH 4 College Algebra CETT 405 AC Circuits 4 SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communications CETT 45 Digital Fundamentals 4 Elective Technical 4 ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I CETT 49 Solid State Devices 4 CETT 445 Microprocessor 4 CPMT 445 Computer Systems Maintenance 4 MATH 6 Trigonometry ITSY 44 Information Technology Security 4 CPMT 4 Computer Integration 4 LSCS Catalog 0/0 7
Elective Technical (Capstone Course) -4 KINE Any physical activity course TOTAL Credits for Computer Engineering Technology Specialization 66-67 To meet multicultural requirement, choose either SOCI 0 or any foreign language Choose technical elective from CPMT 449, EECT 49, ELMT 4, or departmental approval. Choose from CETT 449, EECT 80 or ELMT 4 FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY The associate of applied science degree in fire science technology is designed to prepare graduates for employment in the fire service field. The program is also designed to provide opportunities for job advancement for currently employed fire fighters. The structural firefighting certificate is for students wanting to pursue entry level opportunities as fire fighters. Interested students should contact fire science technology faculty for information regarding application and admission to the program. The associate of applied science degree in fire science technology is designed to enhance firefighters knowledge base and help students obtain advancement opportunities in the fire service field. Basic Structural Firefighter Certificate (C_BFF certificate offered at LSC-CyFair, Kingwood and Montgomery) FIRS 0 Firefighter Certification I FIRS 407 Firefighter Certification II 4 FIRS Firefighter Certification III FIRS 9 Firefighter Certification IV FIRT 7 Firefighter Agility & Fitness Prep FIRT Elective OR -5 EMSP 50 Emergency Medical Technician Basic FIRT Elective OR - EMSP 60 Clinical - Basic EMT FIRT 7 Firefighter Agility & Fitness Prep II FIRS 4 Fire Certification V 4 FIRS 9 Fire Certification VI FIRS 4 Fire Certification VII 4 TOTAL Credits for Basic Structural Fire Fighter Certificate Courses must be taken as corequisites. FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY Associate of applied science degree (AAS_FSCT degree offered at LSC-CyFair and Montgomery) FIRS 0 Firefighter Certification I FIRS 407 Firefighter Certification II 4 FIRS Basic Firefighter Certification III FIRS 9 Firefighter Certification IV FIRT 7 Firefighter Agility & Fitness Prep FIRT Elective OR -5 EMSP 50 Emergency Medical Technician Basic FIRT Elective OR - EMSP 60 Clinical - Basic EMT FIRS 4 Fire Certification V 4 FIRS 9 Fire Certification VI FIRS 4 Fire Certification VII 4 ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I MATH 4 College Algebra COSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 FIRT 5 Hazardous Materials I FIRT 9 Firefighter Health and Safety Elective Humanities/Fine Arts SPCH Elective Elective Social/Behavioral Science FIRT 7 Building Construction in the Fire Service FIRT/FIRS 4 Elective FIRT 4 Elective Elective 5 Core Elective -4 FIRT 6 80 Cooperative Education TOTAL Credits for Fire Science AAS Degree 7-7 Course meets wellness competency Courses must be taken as corequisites. One course must meet multicultural requirement. 4 Select from FIRT 0, 05, 07, 8, 4, 4, 45, 05, 07, 09, or FIRS 44 5 Course must be selected from the AAS core requirements. 6 GAME DESIGN AND SIMULATION The game design and simulation program will allow students to take their passion for playing games and shape it into the development of games. Upon completion, students will have experienced all aspects of the game design process from concept to completion. They will have studied the function of games and game play, developed interactive 8 LSCS Catalog 0/0
projects that address the technical challenges of a game s production. Students will gain valuable experience walking an original game idea through every phase of development, with a completed and playable game at the end of the program to show for it. The degree and certificate programs are based on two areas of specialization: artist/designer and programmer/developer. Game artists and designers will learn what it takes to create the who, what, where, and why behind the stories, characters, artwork, and gameplay needed for great game design. Utilizing industry standard software, artists and designers will also create the assets, characters, and environments called for in their original game idea. Game programmers and developers will learn what it takes to make the game world and gameplay work properly. They determine the how, aligning the technical side of gaming with the designer s vision. This includes programming characters, actions and triggered events to how the artificial intelligence runs in the game. Students pursuing game development will graduate with a solid background in programming using C++ and the knowledge of manipulating game engines and level editors. GAME DESIGN AND SIMULATION DESIGNER (ARTIST) CERTIFICATE (C_GDA certificate offered at LSC-Kingwood and Tomball) ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I GAME 0 Introduction to Game Design and Development ARTV 0 Basic Animation ARTC 0 Digital Imaging I ARTS 6 Drawing I GAME 5 Interactive Writing I ARTV 45 -D Modeling & Rendering IMED 45 Interactive Digital Media I ARTV 4 -D Animation I GAME 04 Level Design IMED 45 Interactive Digital Media II ITSC 40 Introduction to Computer OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers GAME Project Development I OR GAME 86 Internship GAME 8 Game Testing TOTAL Credits for Game Design & Simulation Designer (Artist) Certificate 4 Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) GAME DESIGN AND SIMULATION DEVELOPER (PROGRAMMING) CERTIFICATE (C_GDP certificate offered at LSC-Kingwood and Tomball) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computer OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers GAME 0 Introduction to Game Design and Development ARTV 0 Basic Animation ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I ARTS 6 Drawing I GAME 5 Interactive Writing I ITSE 40 Computer Programming OR -4 COSC 09 Logic Design MATH 4 College Algebra ITSE 407 Introduction to C++ OR 4 COSC 40 C Language GAME 04 Level Design SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology OR SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communications KINE Any physical activity course GAME Project Development I OR GAME 86 Internship GAME 8 Game Testing TOTAL Credits for Game Design & 4-4 Simulation Developer (Programming) Certificate GAME DESIGN AND SIMULATION DESIGNER (Artist) Specialization Associate of applied science degree (AAS_GDSA degree offered at LSC-Kingwood) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computer OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers GAME 0 Introduction to Game Design and Development LSCS Catalog 0/0 9
ARTC 0 Digital Imaging I ARTV 45 -D Modeling & Rendering ARTS 6 Drawing I GAME 04 Level Design ARTC 7 Design Communications I ARTV 0 Basic Animation ARTV 45 -D Modeling and Rendering II ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I KINE Any physical activity course GAME 8 Game Testing GAME 4 Video Game Art I GAME Project Development I GAME 5 Interactive Writing I IMED 45 Interactive Digital Media ARTV 4 -D Animation I MATH 4 College Algebra SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication ARTV 5 -D Animation II OR ARTC 05 Digital Imaging II IMED 45 Interactive Digital Media II SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology Elective General Academic Elective -4 GAME 4 Project Development II OR GAME 86 Internship TOTAL Credits for Gaming Design and Simulation Designer (Artist) AAS 7-7 Meets multicultural requirement Choose from AAS core requirements GAME DESIGN AND SIMULATION DEVEloper (programming) Specialization Associate of applied science degree (AAS_GDSP degree offered at LSC-Kingwood) ITSC 40 Introduction to Computer OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers GAME 0 Introduction to Game Design and Development MATH 4 College Algebra Elective Humanities/Fine Arts COSC 09 Logic Design GAME 04 Level Design ARTV 0 Basic Animation ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I PHYS 40 Elementary Physics 4 ITSE 407 Introduction to C++ OR 4 COSC 40 C Language KINE Any physical activity course GAME 8 Game Testing GAME 5 Interactive Writing I ITSE 4 Advanced C++ Programming 4 GAME Project Development I GAME 4 Game & Simulation Programming I GAME 49 Game Engine 4 GAME 4 Game Scripting GAME 0 AI Programming I GAME 59 Game & Simulation Programming II SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology SPCH 8 Interpersonal Communication GAME 4 Project Development II OR GAME 86 Internship TOTAL Credits for Gaming Design and Simulation Developer AAS 7 Meets multicultural requirement GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS The geographic information systems (GIS) certificates and degree program prepare graduates for wide ranging career possibilities as entry-level technicians to data analysts and project managers in diverse fields of GIS application. From data collection and input, to management and analysis, to project completion and information delivery, individuals will develop the skills to work at many levels of business, industry, government agencies and research and development. The GIS Marketable Skills Award is awarded for completion of credit hours of course work focusing on basic concepts of GIS software and data. The GIS technician certificate is awarded for completion of credit hours of course work focusing on proficiency in GIS software applications and data management. The GIS analyst certificate is awarded for completion of 4-5 credit hours of course work and provides graduates additional skills to develop and analyze data and prepare projects for delivery to clients. The associate of applied science degree for GIS is awarded for the completion of 66-68 credit hours of course work and cooperative work experience. Graduates will have the essential skills to manage the initiation, development and completion of GIS projects requiring data collection, data management, analysis, map product development and final report writing for presentation. 0 LSCS Catalog 0/0
Employment opportunities are far reaching at the present time. The increasing use of GIS in nearly every field of education, business and government is creating a strong need for skilled personnel. The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact counselors or GIS, geography or geology faculty for specific information or to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. Geographic Information Systems-marketable skills award (MSC_GINS award offered at LSC-CyFair) GISC 4 Intro to Geographic Info Systems 4 GISC 40 Cartography and Geography in 4 GIS and GPS GISC 4 Introduction to Raster-Based GIS 4 TOTAL Credits for Geographic Information Systems Marketable Skills Award Geographic Information Systems Technician Certificate (C_GIT certificate offered at LSC-CyFair) COSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers GISC 4 Intro to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 4 MATH 4 College Algebra GISC 40 Cartography and Geography in 4 GIS and GPS GISC 4 Intro to Raster-Based GIS 4 ITSW 407 Introduction to Databases 4 TOTAL Credits for Geographic Information Systems Technician Certificate Capstone ITSE 40 or ITSE 4 may substitute for ITSW 407. Geographic Information Systems ANALYST CERTIFICATE (C_GIA certificate offered at LSC-CyFair) COSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers GISC 4 Intro to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 4 MATH 4 College Algebra GISC 40 Cartography and Geography in 4 GIS and GPS GISC 4 Intro to Raster-Based GIS 4 ITSW 407 Introduction to Databases 4 GISC 80 Cooperative Education OR -4 GISC 49 Special Topics in Cartography GISC 40 Data Acquisition & Analysis in GIS 4 GISC 4 GIS Applications 4 TOTAL Credits for Geographic Information Systems Analyst Certificate 4-5 ITSE 40 or ITSE 4 may substitute for ITSW 407. Capstone Geographic Information Systems Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_GINS degree offered at LSC-CyFair) COSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers GISC 4 Intro to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 4 MATH 4 College Algebra GISC 40 Cartography and Geography in 4 GIS and GPS GISC 4 Intro to Raster-Based GIS 4 ITSW 407 Introduction to Databases 4 GISC 80 Cooperative Education OR -4 GISC 49 Special Topics in Cartography GISC 4 GIS Applications 4 GISC 40 Data Acquisition & Analysis in GIS 4 GEOL 40 Physical Geology 4 DFTG 05 Technical Drafting GEOG 00 Principles of Geography ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I MATH 6 Trigonometry GISC 8 Cooperative Education OR -4 GISC 49 Special Topics in Cartography SPCH 5 Public Speaking DFTG 09 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting KINE Any physical activity course ENGL Technical Communications Elective Humanities/Fine Arts TOTAL Credits for AAS Degree 66-68 ITSE 40 or ITSE 4 may substitute for ITSW 407 Select course to meet multicultural requirement LSCS Catalog 0/0
Health Information technology The health information technology (HIT), tech prep associate of applied science degree is designed to prepare graduates for entry level employment as health information technicians. The associate of applied science degree program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education. The hospital-based coding certificate is currently approved by the Council on Certification of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Program accreditation allows AAS degree graduates to apply for certification examination to become Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT). In addition, program accreditation allows hospital-based coding certificate graduates to apply for certification examination to become a Certified Coding Associate (CCA). Registered health information technicians perform technical medical record functions vital to the operation of the organization, including analyzing, coding, and health record evaluation. Registered health information technicians process, maintain, complete and report health information data for reimbursement, facility planning, marketing, risk management, utilization management, quality assessment and research. Graduates may be employed in a variety of settings including hospitals, health maintenance organizations, and other health care facilities. The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges/universities for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. To meet graduation requirements for any of the certificate or degree programs in the health information technology department, students must attain a grade of C or better in each major and general education course. Courses with grades less than a C must be repeated. In addition, students must meet the Student Success Initiative requirements as established by Lone Star College System. Students must demonstrate proficiency in MATH 008 prior to graduation. Even though the prerequisite for the HIT major courses is MATH 006, other academic courses such as BIOL 40 require the completion of MATH 008. Once the prerequisite for BIOL 40 is met, the student has met this requirement for graduation. Admission criteria for AAS degree In order to be considered for admission to the HIT program, students must pass the college s Student Success Initiative requirements and THEA test. Students who are exempt from the THEA test must take the ASSET or COMPASS test and receive college-level placement in reading, writing, and completion of MATH 006 or higher. Students must submit an application that can be found on the college s website under the HIT department. Prospective students may submit the form online or download the form and mail or bring to the departmental office in WNSP 70A. Applications are due July 0 for fall entry into the program. Students wishing to begin the program at any other time besides the fall may take some of the support classes or prerequisites for the program such as COSC or ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers or HITT 05 Medical Terminology. Applicants seeking admission into the health information technology AAS degree program and coding certificate program must successfully pass a criminal background check. A drug screen may also be required based on terms of our clinical affiliation agreement. Information on approved vendors will be provided by the program director. Students may be required to show proof of immunizations such as tetanus and MMR (mumps, measles, rubella). Students may also be required to document negative results from a tuberculosis test. Applicants must cover the cost of the background check, immunizations and drug screen if required by clinical affiliates. Admission criteria for the hospital-based coding or the physician office-based certificate Admission to either coding certificate program requires completion of an application found on the LSC-North Harris Web site. Applications are due July 0 for fall entry. Applicants seeking admission into these programs must successfully pass a criminal background check. Students may be required to show proof of immunizations such as tetanus and MMR (mumps, measles, rubella). Students may also be required to document negative results from a tuberculosis test. Applicants must cover the cost of LSCS Catalog 0/0
the background check, immunizations and drug screen if required by clinical affiliates. Admission requires the following:. college-level reading and writing readiness skill;. completion of ENGL 005 or ENGL 065 & ENGL 007 or ENGL 075 or higher;. completion of MATH 006 or higher. A certificate in hospital-based medical coding prepares the technician to assign a code to a medical diagnosis or procedure. Medical coders consult classification manuals and rely on their knowledge of disease processes to assign codes. After completion of the certificate, graduates are eligible to sit for a national certification exam administered by AHIMA and become certified as a certified coding associate. The coding certificate program begins in the summer semester. Students wishing to begin the certificate program at any other time besides the summer may take some of the core classes or prerequisites for the program. The physician-based coding certificate prepares the technician to work in ambulatory settings such as clinics and doctors offices. Also known as billing and coding specialists, the medical biller is an integral part of the medical team. Their contribution is essential to running the medical office. Since most of the revenues generated by a medical office involve patient care, billing and collecting the revenue generated from patient care is one of the vital functions of the medical biller. Medical billers may also handle such things as filling out claim forms, corresponding with patients, managing office supplies, and handling minor accounting for the office. Students completing this certificate will be certified by the American Association of Professional Coders after one year of experience. to comply with Federal legislation mandating the use of electronic medical records. Students admitted to the program will be required to pay liability insurance during the semesters involving off-campus practicums or internships. At some facilities, students may be required to successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen, as well as to show proof of immunizations such tetanus and MMR (mumps, measles, rubella). Students may also be required to document negative results from a tuberculosis test. These costs are borne by the student. HOSPITAL-BASED CODING CERTIFICATE (C_HBC certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) Prerequisite Credit BIOL 40 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 HITT 05 Medical Terminology I COSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 BIOL 40 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 HITT 40 Health Data Content & Structure 4 HPRS 0 Pathophysiology HITT 44 Coding & Classification Systems 4 HITT 45 Health Care Delivery Systems HITT 5 Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Information HITT 4 Ambulatory Coding HITT 45 Coding & Reimbursement Methodologies 4 HITT Computers in Health Care HITT 66 Practicum - Health Information Technology TOTAL Credits for Coding Certificate 4 Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) Employment of medical records and health information technicians is expected to increase by 8 percent through 06 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is faster than the average for all occupations because of rapid growth in the number of medical tests, treatments, and procedures that will be increasingly scrutinized by health insurance companies, regulators, courts, and consumers. Technicians will be needed to enter patient information into computer databases PHYSICIAN OFFICE-BASED CODING CERTIFICATE (C_POB certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) Prerequisite Credit HITT 05 Medical Terminology I COSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers LSCS Catalog 0/0
BIOL 404 Intro to Anatomy & Physiology 4 POFM 09 Medical Office Procedures HPRS 0 Pathophysiology HITT Insurance Coding HITT 40 Advanced Medical Billing & Reimbursement HPRS 00 Pharmacology for Health Professions POFM 0 Intermediate Medical Coding HPRS Medical Law & Ethics for Health Professionals HITT 80 Cooperative Education TOTAL Credits for Physician Coding Certificate Health information technology Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_HINT degree offered at LSC-North Harris) BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 HITT 05 Medical Terminology I (TP) HITT 40 Health Data Content & Structure 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 KINE Any physical activity course BIOL 40 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I HITT 45 Health Care Delivery Systems HITT 5 Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Information HITT 55 Health Care Statistics Elective Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Social/Behavioral Sciences HITT 66 Practicum HPRS 0 Pathophysiology HITT 44 Coding & Classification Systems 4 HITT Computers in Health Care SPCH Speech Elective HITT 9 Health Info Org. & Supervision HITT 4 Quality Assess. & Perf. Improvement HITT 4 Ambulatory Coding HITT 45 Coding & Reimbursement Methods 4 HITT 49 RHIT Competency Review HITT 460 Clinical 4 TOTAL Credits for AAS degree 70 Either social/behavioral science or humanities/fine arts elective must meet multicultural requirement. See general education requirements for AAS degree listed in the catalog. Capstone experience course: students meet 8 hrs/week for 5 / weeks (equivalent to hrs/week for 6 weeks) Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION The heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration associate of applied science degree prepares the individual for a technical service career in residential or light commercial/industrial environmental systems. The student will study the mechanical and electrical/electronic systems involved in contemporary environmental controls. The academic requirements of the program provide a foundation for continued studies should the student decide to pursue his or her education or training. The HVAC&R certificate program prepares the individual for basic, entry-level employment in the residential and/or light commercial heating and air-conditioning service industry. The essentials of the mechanical and electrical systems of contemporary air-conditioning and heating systems are addressed throughout the program. The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING Occupational Entry Certificate (C_HOC certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) HART 40 Basic Electricity for HVAC 4 HART 407 Refrigeration Principles 4 HART 445 Gas and Electric Heating 4 HART 44 Residential Air Conditioning 4 TOTAL Credits for HVAC Occupational Entry Certificate 6 Course is also available online with weekend labs. Contact the LSC-North Harris HVAC Department (8-68-577) for details. 4 LSCS Catalog 0/0
HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION RESIDENTIAL SERVICING CERTIFICATE (C_AIR certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_AIRC degree offered at LSC-North Harris) HART 40 Basic Electricity for HVAC 4 HART 407 Refrigeration Principles 4 HART 44 Residential Air Conditioning 4 HART 445 Gas and Electric Heating 4 HART 40 Air Conditioning Control Principles 4 HART 445 Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design 4 HART 449 Heat Pumps 4 HART 44 Commercial Refrigeration 4 HART 4 Advanced Electricity 4 HART 80 Cooperative Education - Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology/Technician TOTAL Credits for HVAC & R Residential Servicing Certificate 9 Note: It is strongly suggested to take one of the following professional exams: ARI/GAMA: Competency Exam in Residential Air Conditioning Service; ICE: Certification in Residential and Light Commercial Air Conditioning Service; or Technician Certification Exam. HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION COMMERCIAL SERVICING CERTIFICATE (C_HCS certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) HART 40 Basic Electricity for HVAC 4 HART 407 Refrigeration Principles 4 HART 44 Residential Air Conditioning 4 HART 445 Gas and Electric Heating 4 HART 40 Air Conditioning Control Principles 4 HART 49 Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 4 HART 44 Advanced A/C Controls 4 HART 44 Commercial Air Conditioning 4 HART 44 Industrial Air Conditioning 4 HART 457 Specialized Commercial Refrigeration 4 TOTAL Credits for HVAC & R Commercial Servicing Certificate 40 Note: Capstone is ICE Commercial Exam. HART 40 Basic Electricity for HVAC 4 ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I HART 407 Refrigeration Principles 4 HUMA 0 Introduction to the Humanities I SPCH Elective SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology HART 44 Residential Air Conditioning 4 HART 445 Gas and Electric Heating 4 HART 40 Air Conditioning Control Principles 4 HART 445 Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design 4 HART 80 Cooperative Education MATH 4 College Algebra ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 KINE Any physical activity course HART 44 Commercial Refrigeration 4 HART 449 Heat Pumps 4 HART 4 Advanced Electricity 4 HART 44 Advanced A/C Controls OR 4 HART HART 44 Commercial Air Conditioning 49 Special Topics in Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 4 HART 44 Industrial Air Conditioning OR 4 HART 457 Specialized Commercial Refrigeration TOTAL Credits for AAS Degree 7 Meets multicultural requirement Choose from SPCH, 5, or The capstone experience is completed by taking a departmental exit exam. It is strongly suggested to take one of the following professional exams: ARI/GAMA: Competency Exam in Residential Air Conditioning Service; ICE: Certification in Residential and Light Commercial Air Conditioning Service; or Technician Certification Exam. Hospitality Management The hospitality management program provides students with an exciting opportunity to learn skills in customer service, decision-making, analysis and planning that are essential for managers and supervisors in one of the fastest growing areas of our economy: hospitality services. Employment opportunities exist for trained staff in all areas of hospitality services including hotels, restaurants, bed LSCS Catalog 0/0 5
and breakfast lodges, country clubs, food service organizations, convention centers, resorts, and spas. The program and objectives were designed by experienced faculty and guided by leaders in successful hotel and restaurant establishments. The associate of applied science degree in hospitality services management provides opportunities for students to learn concepts and practice skills in the classroom and in the workplace. The general education core courses will transfer to most universities. Most of the courses offered in hospitality will transfer to the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management at the University of Houston. Under articulation agreements with several area school districts, students have the potential to earn college credit towards the hospitality management degree while in high school. Contact a counselor or faculty member for additional information or the recommended sequence of courses. HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS CERTIFICATE (C_HOP certificate offered at LSC-North Harris) HAMG Intro to the Hospitality Industry HAMG 40 Hospitality Legal Issues HAMG 05 Hospitality Mgmt & Leadership MRKG Principles of Selling RSTO Hospitality Supervision RSTO 5 Purchasing for Hospitality Ops HAMG 80 Cooperative Education Elective Technical Electives TOTAL Credits for Hospitality Operations Certification 4 Choose from HAMG 7, HAMG 0, or MRKG 49 HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_HSMG degree offered at LSC-North Harris) BMGT 4 Business Ethics ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I HAMG Intro to the Hospitality Industry HRPO Human Relations KINE Fitness for Life I MATH Math Elective OR -4 TECM 0 Technical Calculations Elective Natural Science Elective -4 HRPO 0 Human Resources Mgmt BMGT 0 Problem Solv & Decision Making ACCT 40 Principles of Accounting I OR -4 ACNT 0 Introduction to Accounting I COSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers HAMG 40 Hospitality Legal Issues HAMG 05 Hospitality Mgmt & Leadership BMGT 09 Information and Project Mgmt Elective Humanities/Fine Arts Elective SPCH Speech Elective Elective Social/Behavioral Science HAMG 4 80 Cooperative Education RSTO Hospitality Supervision RSTO 5 Purchasing for Hospitality Ops Elective 5 Technical Elective -4 TOTAL Credits for Hospitality 6-66 AAS Degree See core requirements for AAS degree for options. Choose one elective from humanities/fine arts and one from social/behavioral science from the approved associate of applied science core listed in the catalog. One of these courses must meet the multicultural requirement. Choose elective from SPCH, 5, 8, or. 4 5 Choose technical elective from HAMG 7, BUSG 09, HRPO 07, ACCT 40, SPAN 4, SPAN 4. Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) HUMAN SERVICES The human services program provides the skills and competencies required for a variety of positions in the helping professions field. Human service professionals work with those experiencing a wide range of issues, struggles or problems, including those with developmental disabilities, individuals with mental health problems or disorders, people with substance abuse problems, clients with work- or educationalrelated issues, or those needing assistance with basic life need issues such as housing, food, and clothing. Human service professionals work with children, adults, groups, families and the elderly. Human service professionals are motivated by helping others. Effective professionals are patient, have empathy and compassion for others, and enjoy giving of themselves and working with others. 6 LSCS Catalog 0/0
Human service professionals should also be able to manage their time well and possess effective communication skills. Because of the nature of the work in this field, professionals should be mature, stable and dependable. Students with a degree in human services often work in any number of capacities and jobs, including case managers or case workers, counselors, advocates, and prevention or education specialists. Many graduates work one-on-one with clients in direct care positions, while others work behind the scenes or in administrative or management positions. Human service professionals work in government- or state-funded agencies, in non-profit agencies, in residential treatment programs and hospitals, and in private offices or agencies. All course work required for licensing as a chemical dependency counselor, as well as the supervised practicum training, is provided. Students pursuing the associate s degree in human services may select from one of two concentrated areas of study: substance abuse counseling or general human services. At some placement sites, students may be required to successfully pass a background check and drug screen. The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. Human Services Certificate (C_HSC certificate offered at LSC-Montgomery) SCWK Orientation to Social Services DAAC 04 Pharmacology of Addiction DAAC Counseling Theories DAAC 7 Basic Counseling Skills PSYC 0 General Psychology CMSW 4 Behavior Modification & Cognitive Disorder DAAC 54 Dynamics of Group Counseling DAAC, 60 Clinical OR SCWK, 86 Internship Elective 4 Technical PSYC 08 Child Growth & Development OR PSYC 4 Life-Span Growth & Development TOTAL Credits for Human Services Certificate 0 Students may also take DAAC 60 and DAAC 60 to fulfill the field placement requirement, as long as three () credit hours are obtained in total. Students may also take SCWK 86 and SCWK 86 to fulfill the field placement requirement, as long as three () credit hours are obtained in total. 4 Elective to be chosen from CMSW, DAAC or GERS Basic Chemical dependency Counselor Certificate (C_HBCD certificate offered at LSC-Montgomery) SCWK Orientation to Social Services DAAC Counseling Theories DAAC 7 Basic Counseling Skills DAAC 04 Pharmacology DAAC 54 Dynamics of Group Counseling DAAC 4 Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions DAAC 60 Clinical/Field Placement TOTAL Credits for Chemical Dependency Counselor Certificate Note: Capstone experience is completed by a departmental exam. Students may also take DAAC 60 and DAAC 60 to fulfill the field placement requirement, as long as credit hours are obtained in total. HUMAN SERVICES Associate of applied science degree (degree offered at LSC-Montgomery) SCWK Orientation to Social Services DAAC 7 Basic Counseling Skills ENGL 0 Composition and Rhetoric I ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers 4 PSYC 0 General Psychology SCWK Abnormal Behavior Elective Technical Track Elective DAAC Counseling Theories Elective Humanities/Fine Arts SOCI 0 Principles of Sociology KINE Any physical activity course GOVT 0 American Government Elective Technical Track Elective Elective Technical Track Elective DAAC 54 Dynamics of Group Counseling Elective Academic LSCS Catalog 0/0 7
DAAC 4,5 60 Clinical OR SCWK 4,6 86 Internship Elective Technical Track Elective Elective Technical Track Elective Elective 7 Math/Natural Science -4 SPCH 7,8 Elective TOTAL Credits for AAS Degree 6-6 Technical electives should all be taken from the same track. See faculty for assistance in determining which track will work best for you. Track A - Substance Abuse Counseling Concentration AAS_HSSA: Students pursuing Track A must select DAAC 04, DAAC 9, DAAC 4, DAAC 09. In addition, students must also select one of the following courses for their final elective: CMSW 5, CMSW 4, CMSW 09, or DAAC 4. Track B - General Human Services Concentration AAS_HSGN: Students pursuing Track B must select CMSW 5. In addition, students must also select four electives chosen from DAAC, CMSW, or GERS. Refer to the catalog for associate of applied science degree requirements and a list of approved courses. Meets multicultural requirement 4 5 Students pursuing Track A must complete the DAAC clinical requirement. Students may also take DAAC 60 and DAAC 60 to fulfill this field placement requirement, as long as credit hours are obtained in total. 6 Students pursuing Track B must complete the SCWK internship requirement. Students may also take SCWK 86 and SCWK 86 to fulfill this field placement requirement, as long as credit hours are obtained in total. 7 Students should consult their prospective senior institution s catalog for science, math, and speech requirements. 8 Choose from SPCH, 5, 8 or. Note: Students must meet math competency (MATH 008 or higher) INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGY A comprehensive curriculum leads to a two-year associate of applied science degree. Students interested in a less comprehensive program should consider the one-year design essentials certificate program. The interior design associate of applied science degree program includes both classroom instruction and hands-on experience dealing with typical residential and commercial design problems. The well-stocked labs are equipped with computers, drafting tables, color plotter, and an up-to-date resource library with catalogues and samples for student use. All courses in the interior design curriculum have been fully accredited by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). The internship program allows students to work with prominent designers throughout the greater Houston area. The program has a very active student chapter of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) and NKBA, offering networking and educational opportunities with professional interior designers. The two-year associate s degree in facilities management prepares students for an entry-level position in this field. A combination of design and business courses introduces students to the responsibilities involved in the effective management and maintenance of commercial properties and venues. Management courses highlight skills and knowledge necessary for business, while design courses focus on the built environment and its impact on workers and visitors. A supervised internship in the final semester of the program allows students to work with professional facilities managers and experience first-hand the daily complexities and variety of duties encountered in this fast-growing profession. The general education core and many design classes will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses. 8 LSCS Catalog 0/0
Design Essentials Certificate (C_DSE certificate offered at LSC-Kingwood) ARTS Elective - General Education INDS Fundamentals of Interior Design INDS 9 Tech. Drawing/Interior Designers INDS 5 History of Interiors I INDS 07 Textiles for Interior Design Elective General Education Core HRPO Human Relations OR PSYC 0 General Psychology INDS 5 Materials, Methods, and Estimating INDS 49 Fundamentals of Space Planning INDS 5 History of Interiors II TOTAL Credit Hours for Design Essentials Certificate 0 INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Associate of applied science degree (AAS_IDES degree offered at LSC-Kingwood) ARTS 6 Drawing I ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I INDS Fundamentals of Interior Design INDS 9 Technical Drawing for Interior Designers INDS 07 Textiles for Interior Design INDS 49 Fundamentals of Space Planning INDS 05 Interior Design Graphics INDS Presentation Drawing KINE Any physical activity course MATH Elective - College level -4 SPCH 5 Public Speaking OR SPCH Business and Professional Communication OR SPCH Intro to Speech Communications INDS 5 History of Interiors I INDS 0 Interior Design Building Systems INDS Residential Design I OR INDS Interior Design Elective INDS 5 Lighting for Interior Designers INDS 5 Professional Practices for Interior Designers PSYC 0 General Psychology INDS 5 Materials, Methods and Estimating INDS 45 Commercial Design I OR INDS Interior Design Elective INDS 4 5 History of Interiors II INDS 5 7 Portfolio Presentation INDS 486 Internship - Interior Design 4 TOTAL Credit Hours for Interior Design AAS 64-65 Meets computer competency MATH 4, 6, 4, 5,, 4, 0, 4, 4, 44, or 45. For INDS elective in third and fourth semesters, choose from INDS 45, 7, 0, or ; cannot choose same course twice 4 Meets multicultural requirement 5 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Associate of applied science degree, Tech Prep (AAS_FCMT degree offered at LSC-Kingwood) MATH 4 College Algebra ENGL 0 Composition & Rhetoric I INDS Fundamentals of Interior Design INDS 9 Tech. Drawing for Interior Designers KINE Any physical activity course ITSC 40 Introduction to Computers OR 4 COSC 40 Introduction to Computers INDS 49 Fundamentals of Space Planning INDS 05 Interior Design Graphics BMGT 7 Principles of Management PSYC 0 General Psychology SPCH Business and Professional Communication INDS 0 Interior Design Building Systems BUSI 0 Business Principles BMGT 0 Problem Solving & Decision Making INDS 5 Materials, Methods and Estimating BMGT 06 Facilities Management Elective Humanities/Fine Arts ENGL Technical Communications BUSI 0 Business Law Elective Elective -4 BMGT 09 Information & Project Management INDS 45 Commercial Design I INDS 487 Internship - Interior Design 4 TOTAL Credit Hours for Facilities Management AAS 69-70 Must meet multicultural requirement Choose elective from ARTS 56, INDS 7, INDS, CRIJ 0, CETT 40, MRKG 0, HART 40, ITCC 409 LSCS Catalog 0/0 9