Current Online Classes
Spring - 2002

ACC120 - Principles of Accounting This course introduces the basic principles and procedures of accounting. Emphasis is placed on collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial information. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data and prepare journal entries and reports as they relate to the accounting cycle. (4 credit, 5 contact)

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th, 6:30 - 7:30 in PB 205
Questions? Call Sue McIntyre at 704-991-0215 or e-mail (McIntySP@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ACC121 - Principles of Accounting II This course introduces the basic principles and procedures of accounting. Emphasis is placed on collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial information. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data and prepare journal entries and reports as they relate to the accounting cycle. (4 credit, 5 contact)

Orientation: Wed Jan 9th, 7:30-8:30 in PB 205
Questions? Call Sue McIntyre at 704-991-0215 or e-mail (McIntySP@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ART111 - Art Appreciation  This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. (3 credit, 3 contact)

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th, 2:00 pm in PB 207 OR Thu, Jan 10th at 6:30 pm in SB 222
Questions?  Call Ashley Lathe at  704-991-0335 or e-mail (LatheAB@stanly.cc.nc.us)

BIO 111 - General Biology  - General Biology This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, classification, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/ mathematics.

Please note that students enrolling in this class are required to attend a lab session on the SCC campus each Monday evening from 6:00 pm-9:00pm.  Lab attendance is mandatory.

Orientation: Mon, Jan 14, 6:00 - 9:00 in PB 224
Questions? Call Debbie Hahn at  704-991-0309 or e-mail (HahnDB@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CET111 - Computer Upgrade and Repair (A+ Certification) - This course is the first of two courses covering repairing, servicing, and upgrading computers and peripherals in preparation for industry certification. Topics include safety practices, CPU/memory/bus identification, disk subsystem, hardware/software installation/configuration, common device drivers, data recovery, system maintenance, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer systems to perform within specifications. Class prepares students for A+ Certification exam. (3 credit, 5 contact) 

Questions? Call Jim Hillier at 704-991-0218 or e-mail (HillieJL@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CIS110 - Introduction to Computers - This course provides an introduction to computers and computing. Topics include the impact of computers on society, ethical issues, and hardware/software applications, including spreadsheets, databases, word processors, graphics, the Internet, and operating systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. Class prepares students for MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist) - Word and Excel (Proficient) (3 credit, 4 contact)

Orientation: Tue, Jan 8th,  3:30 - 5:00 OR Sat, Jan 12th, 9:00 - 10:30 in WTC 110
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CIS130 - Survey of Operating Systems - The course covers operating system concepts which are necessary for maintaining and using computer systems. Topics include disk, file, and directory structures; installation and setup; resource allocation, optimization, and configuration; system security; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to install and configure operating systems and optimize performance. (3 credit, 4 contact)

Orientation: Tue, Jan 8th 3:30 - 5:00 OR Sat Jan 12th from 9:00 - 10:30 in WTC 109)
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CIS152 - Database Concepts and Applications - This course introduces database design and creation using a DBMS product. Topics include database terminology, usage in industry, design theory, types of DBMS models, and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to create simple database tables, queries, reports, and forms which follow acceptable design practices. Class prepares students for Access MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist) Expert level. (Prerequisite: CIS110; 3 credit, 4 contact)

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th 3:30 - 5:00 OR Sat, Jan 12th , 10:30 - 12:00 in WTC 108)
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CIS172 - Introduction to the Internet - This course introduces the various navigational tools and services of the Internet. Topics include using Internet protocols, search engines, file compression/decompression, FTP, e-mail, listservers, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to use Internet resources, retrieve/decompress files, and use e-mail, FTP, and other Internet tools. (3 credit, 5 contact)

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th 3:30 - 5:00 OR Sat, Jan 12th 10:30 - 12:00 In WTC 110
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CJC112 - Criminology -  This course introduces deviant behavior as it relates to criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime causation; statistical analysis of criminal behavior; past, present, and future social control initiatives; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and societal response. ( 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Students will be contacted individually.
Questions?  Call Dennis Souther at 704-991-0280 or e-mail (SoutheDM@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CJC213 - Substance Abuse -  This course is a study of substance abuse in our society. Topics include the history and classifications of drug abuse and the social, physical, and psychological impact of drug abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of drugs, their effects on human behavior and society, and treatment modalities. ( 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Students will be contacted individually.
Questions?  Call Dennis Souther at 704-991-0280 or e-mail (SoutheDM@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CJC215 - Organization and Administration - This course introduces the components and functions of organization and administration as it applies to the agencies of the criminal justice system. Topics include operations/functions of organizations; recruiting, training, and retention of personnel; funding and budgeting; communications; span of control and discretion; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the basic components and functions of a criminal justice organization and its administrative operations. ( 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Students will be contacted individually.
Questions?  Call Dennis Souther at 704-991-0280 or e-mail (SoutheDM@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CJC221 - Investigative Principles - This course introduces the theories and fundamentals of the investigative process. Topics include crime scene/incident processing, information gathering techniques, collection/preservation of evidence, preparation of appropriate reports, court presentations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the techniques of the investigative process, report preparation, and courtroom presentation. ( 4 credit, 5 contact) 

Orientation: Students will be contacted individually.
Questions?  Call Dennis Souther at 704-991-0280 or e-mail (SoutheDM@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ECO251 - Principles of Microeconomics - This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industr in the market economy. Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market structures, factor markets, income distribution, market failure, and government intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer and business alternatives in order to efficiently achieve economic objectives. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. ( 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm in EB 113
Questions?   Call Gene Hinson at 704-991-0283 or e-mail (HinsonCE@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ECO252 - Principles of Macroeconomics - This course introduces economic analysis of aggregate employment, income, and prices. Topics include major schools of economic thought; aggregate supply and demand; economic measures, fluctuations, and growth; money and banking; stabilization techniques; and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate national economic components, conditions, and alternatives for achieving socioeconomic goals. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. ( 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm in EB 113
Questions?   Call Gene Hinson at 704-991-0283 or e-mail (HinsonCE@stanly.cc.nc.us)

EDU153 - Health, Safety and Nutrition - This course focuses on promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of children. Topics include health and nutritional needs, safe and healthy environments, and recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and monitor safe indoor and outdoor environments and implement a nutrition education program. ( 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Sat, Jan 12th, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. in WTC 109  Questions?
Call Christie Honeycutt at 704-991-0295 or e-mail (HoneycCS@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ENG111 - Expository Writing - This course is the required first course in a series of two designed to develop the ability to produce clear expository prose. Emphasis is placed on the writing process including audience analysis, topic selection, thesis support and development, editing, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition. (3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation:  Wed, Jan 9th , 6:00  - 7:00 in SB 213
Questions?  Call Claudia Gresham-Shelton at  704-991-0307 or e-mail (GreshaCL@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ENG113 - Literature Based Research - This course, the second in a series of two, expands the concepts developed in ENG 111 by focusing on writing that involves literature-based research and documentation. Emphasis is placed on critical reading and thinking and the analysis and interpretation of prose, poetry, and drama: plot, characterization, theme, cultural context, etc. Upon completion, students should be able to construct mechanically-sound, documented essays and research papers that analyze and respond to literary works. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition. ( Prerequisite: ENG111; 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Thu, Jan 10th,  6:00-7:00 in SB 221
Questions?  Call Claudia Gresham-Shelton at  704-991-0307 or e-mail (GreshaCL@stanly.cc.nc.us)

CSC160 - Intro to Internet Programming - This course introduces client-side Internet programming using HTML and JavaScript. Topics include use of frames and tables, use of meta tags, Javascript techniques for site navigation. Upon completion, students should be able to write HTML documents that incorporate programming to provide web page organization and navigation functions. In connection with ITN140, this class is designed to prepare the student for the CIW Design certification exam. (Prerequisite: CIS172; 3 credit, 4 contact)

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th 1:00 - 3:00 in EB 111 OR Sat, Jan 12th 10:30 - 12:00 noon in WTC 109
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ITN140 - Web Development Tools - This course provides an introduction to web development software suites. Topics include the creation of web sites and applets using web development software. Upon completion, students should be able to create entire web sites and supporting applets. In connection with CSC160, this class is designed to prepare the student for the CIW Design certification exam.(3 credit, 4 contact)

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th, 8:00 -10:00 in EB 111 OR  Sat, Jan 12th 10:30 - 12:00 in WTC 109
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ITN150 - Internet Protocols - This course introduces the student to the application protocols used on the Internet. Topics include HTTP, Secure HTTP, TCP/IP, and related applications such as FTP, TELNET, and PING. Upon completion, students should be able to use the protocols as they pertain to the Internet, as well as, setup and maintain these protocols.

Orientation: Thu, Jan 10th 3:30 - 5:00 in WTC 108 OR Sat, Jan 12th, 12:00 - 1:30 in WTC 110
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ITN240 - Internet Security - This course covers security issues related to Internet services. Topics include the operating system and Internet service security mechanisms. Upon completion, students should be able to implement security procedures for operating system level and server level alerts.

Orientation: Thu, Jan 10th , 3:30 - 5:00 OR Sat, Jan 12th 10:30 -12:00 in WTC 112.
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ITN250 - Implementing Internet Services - This course covers the setup and configuration of news, mail, ftp, and WWW services. Topics include selection and installation of software to support common Internet services and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to install and configure the most commonly used Internet service software.

Orientation: Wed, Jan 9th, 1:00 - 3:00  OR Sat, Jan 12th, 12:00 - 1:30 in WTC 112.
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (LydaMA@stanly.cc.nc.us)

ITN260 - Intro. to E-Commerce- This course introduces the concepts and tools to implement electronic commerce via the Internet. Topics include application and server software selection, securing transactions, use and verification of credit cards, publishing of catalogs, and site administration. Upon completion, students should be able to setup a working e-commerce Internet web site.(3 credit, 4 contact)

Orientation:  Thu, Jan 10th, 3:30 -5:00 in WTC 112 OR Sat, Jan 12th 12:00 - 1:30 in WTC 108.
Questions? Call Mike Lyda at 704-991-0263 or e-mail (Lydama@stanly.cc.nc.us)

NET110 - Data Communications / Networking - This course introduce data communication and networking. Topics include telecommunication standards, protocols, equipment, network topologies, communication software, LANs, WANs, the Internet, and network operating systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the fundamentals of telecommunication and networking. Prepares students for Microsoft Networking Essentials Exam #70-058 (3 credit, 4 contact)

Orientation: Tue, Jan 8th, 3:30 - 5:00 in WTC 108 OR Sat, Jan 12th, 9:00 - 10:30 in WTC 108
Questions?  Call Kelly Caudle at  704-991-0346 or e-mail (CaudleKF@stanly.cc.nc.us)

NET125 - Routing and Switching I - Cisco Semesters 1 & 2 - This course introduces the OSI model, network topologies, IP addressing, and subnet masks, simple routing techniques, and basic switching terminology. Topics include the basic functions of the seven layers of the OSI model, different classes of IP addressing and subnetting, router login scripts. Upon completion, students should be able to list the key internetworking functions of the OSI Networking Layer and how they are performed in a variety of router types. (3 credit, 5 contact)

Questions? Call Jim Hillier at 704-991-0218 or e-mail (HillieJL@stanly.cc.nc.us)

NET225 - Advanced Routing and Switching I - Cisco Semesters 3 & 4 - This course introduces advanced router configuration, advanced LAN switching theory and design, VLANs, Novell IPX, and threaded case studies. Topics include router elements and operations, adding routing protocols to a configuration, monitoring IPX operations on the router, LAN segmentation, and advanced switching methods. Upon completion students should be able to describe LAN and network segmentation with bridges, routers and switches and describe a virtual LAN. (Prerequisite: NET125; 3 credit, 5 contact)

Questions? Call Jim Hillier at 704-991-0218 or e-mail (HillieJL@stanly.cc.nc.us)

NUR189 - Nursing Tranisition - This course is designed to assist the licensed practical nurse in transition to the role of the associate degree nurse. Topics include the role of the registered nurse, nursing process, homeostasis, and validation of selected nursing skills and physical assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate into the ADN program at the level of the generic student. ( 2 credit, 4 contact) 

Orientation:  Mon, Jan 14th,  6 PM in  EB 209
Questions?  Call Joan Eudy at 704-991-0276 or e-mail (EudyJC@stanly.cc.nc.us)

PSY150 - General Psychology - This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. ( 3 credit, 3 contact) 

Orientation: Tue, Jan 8th, 1:00 -2:00 OR 6:00 - 7:00 in SB 213
Questions?  Call Marlowe Mager at 704-991-0223 or e-mail (MagerMG@stanly.cc.nc.us)

SOC210 - Introduction to Sociology  This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. (3 credit, 3 contact)

Orientation: Thu, Jan 10, 6:00-7:00 pm in SB 222
Questions?  Call Terina Roberson at 704-330-6034