2015-2016 College Catalog 
    
    May 19, 2024  
2015-2016 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Listing & Descriptions


Prerequisite for all 300-400 level courses: 45 hours or permission.

 

Horticulture

  
  • AGH 213 - Horticultural Plants


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: AGH 133 . Basic plant structure and identification of a wide range of horticultural plant materials. Involves identification, adaptation, evaluation and landscape management of trees, shrubs, ground covers, annuals, perennials, vines and fruit and vegetable crops. Fall-Odd
  
  • AGH 313 - Horticultural Pest Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: AGH 133  or permission. This course focuses on the biology and classification of pest organisms, crop tolerance and resistance to pests, population thresholds, and integrated management strategies to minimize crop damage. Spring-Odd
  
  • AGH 353 - Advanced Topics in Horticultural Science


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: AGH133 . This course will allow students to pursue advanced levels of knowledge in horticultural science. Study and discussion will focus on any of several areas of horticultural production based on scientific fundamentals. May be repeated once for credit. Spring-Even
  
  • AGH 453 - Plant Propagation and Tissue Culture


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: AGH 133 . Theory and practice of plant propagation. Covered topics include the propagation environment, media, propagation by rooting, division, and grafting and the practice of sterile tissue culture. Fall-Even

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJS 103 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    Credit Hours: 3
    A study and analysis of crime and the three major components of the criminal justice system: the police, courts and corrections. The philosophical perspectives, which govern the nature and function of these activities, as well as their interrelationships, will also be addressed. Fall/Spring
  
  • CJS 213 - Corrections


    Credit Hours: 3
    Introduction to institutional corrections as well as probation, parole and community correctional approaches and procedures. Judicial decisions that impact correctional programs and policies will be addressed. Fall
  
  • CJS 223 - Criminal Procedure


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite or corequisite: CJS 103 . Due process of law as it relates to the criminal justice system processes and procedures relevant to the investigation, arrest, and subsequent prosecution of criminal cases. A study of the grand jury, judicial officers and other court personnel responsibilities in adjudicating criminal cases. Spring
  
  • CJS 233 - Juvenile Delinquency


    Credit Hours: 3
    An overview of the juvenile justice system process and procedure; of the nature and incidence of pre-delinquent and delinquent behavior and the criminal justice system’s ability to respond. A study of the physical and emotional abuse and neglect of children and differences in law and procedure in responding to child abuse situations. Spring
  
  • CJS 253 - Criminal Investigation


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite or corequisite: CJS 103 .  An introductory examination of basic investigative principles from both primary and follow-up investigation perspectives. This examination includes elements of both forensic and non-forensic techniques and applications. Spring
  
  • CJS 263 - Criminal Law


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: CJS 103 .  This course will cover the origins and development of substantive criminal law and case law in the United States justice system. Criminal responsibility and a thorough review of the Missouri Criminal Code. Fall
  
  • CJS 323 - Crime Scene Investigation


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: CJS 103  and CJS 253 .  A study of the practical application of contemporary methods and procedures for the securing, processing and preservation of crime scene evidence. Elements include photography, fingerprinting, body fluid and trace evidence collection, and measuring/sketching. An integrated component will be the legal and moral perspectives of crime scene investigation, including interview and interrogation techniques. Fall
  
  • CJS 343 - Police Field Services


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: CJS 103 . From an historical and contemporary perspective, a study of organizational structures, policies and practices of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Emphasis is placed on the delivery of services by patrol, special operations and investigation units and the use of technology, including computer hardware and software. Fall
  
  • CJS 353 - Criminology


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: CJS 103  or FAM 103 . A study of historical and contemporary theories of criminal behavior. Emphasis will be placed on an understanding of environmental, biological, sociological, psychological and spiritual components as they relate to this field of study.  Fall
  
  • CJS 373 - Criminal Evidence


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: CJS 103  and CJS 223 .  A classroom study of the types, uses and admissibility of evidence in the criminal justice process. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role of the court in interpreting constitutional principles that attach to the discovery, documentation and presentation of evidence in court. Spring
  
  • CJS 383 - Correctional Case Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites or corequisites: CJS 103  and CJS 213 .  A study and practical application of preparing and managing pre-sentence investigations, court-directed probation and diversion, victim advocacy, parole and other corrections-oriented program management. Components on techniques of client interviews and issues in supervision are included. Spring
  
  • CJS 394 - Special Issues in Criminal Justice


    Credit Hours: 4
    Prerequisite: CJS 103 . An in-depth review of special issues concerning life as a member of the Criminal Justice community, including issues of social, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. Fall
  
  • CJS 413 - Verbal Communication in Criminal Justice


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: CJS 373  and CJS 453 . CJS 453  may be taken as a corequisite.  A study of verbal communication skills utilized specifically by the members of the Criminal Justice community. Particular emphasis will be placed on dealing with uncooperative subjects, gaining compliance through communication and courtroom testimony. Fall
  
  • CJS 433 - Interview and Interrogation


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: CJS 103  and CJS 223 .  A study and practical application of the technique of interview and interrogation. Particular emphasis will be placed on the legal and ethical aspects of interview and interrogation. Fall
  
  • CJS 453 - Criminal Justice Report Writing


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: CJS 103 , CJS 223  and CJS 263 .  An in-depth review of the types and styles of written communications practiced in the criminal justice system. Emphasis is on developing effective and proper report writing skills, and the use of computers in the communication process. Spring
  
  • CJS 462 - Marksmanship and Firearm Safety


    Credit Hours: 2
    Prerequisites: criminal justice majors and by permission only. Familiarization with firearm nomenclature, cleaning, and maintenance. Emphasis will be on firearm and range safety. Additional emphasis will be on the proper form and technique of safe and accurate marksmanship. Additional emphasis will be on the proper form and technique of safe and accurate marksmanship. Course includes a fee. Spring
  
  • CJS 463 - Senior Seminar


    Credit Hours: 3
    A seminar capstone course for graduating seniors which will emphasize compiling prior knowledge to develop and present a formal senior project. Various assessment tools will be utilized to aid in the assessment of the student and the program. Spring
  
  • CJS 473 - Terrorism and Criminal Justice


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: CJS 103 , CJS 223  and CJS 263 .  An overview of terrorist organizations, both domestic and international. Particular emphasis will be placed on the origins, motives, rationale and actions of terrorist organizations as well as the American Criminal Justice response. Spring
  
  • CJS 48V - Criminal Justice Internship


    Credit Hours: 1-6
    Prerequisite: permission. Practical, supervised experience in a public or private agency. One credit hour per forty hours of agency contact. May be repeated not to exceed six credit hour total. Fall/Spring
  
  • CJS 49V - Criminal Justice Special Problems


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: permission. Independent or semi-independent study/research under guidance of department faculty. May be repeated, not to exceed three credit hours total. Fall/Spring

Graphic Arts

  
  • GRA 103 - Introduction to Graphic Arts


    Credit Hours: 3
    The study and application of the fundamental printing processes: letterpress, flexography, gravure, offset and screen printing. Also includes design, graphic software, paper, ink, bindery operations, history and safety. Students are required to complete all aspects from design through packaging, an offset printing project and a screen printing project. Fall/Spring
  
  • GRA 213 - Typography


    Credit Hours: 3
    The processes of designing an image for publication; basic design elements with an emphasis on type, fundamentals of type usage and font management on the computer. Also includes typeface design, font editing, font conversion, and typographic illustration such as logotype and masthead design. Students will be exposed to various graphic and utility software applications. Offered Occasionally
  
  • GRA 243 - Electronic Publishing


    Credit Hours: 3
    Electronic page layout using desktop publishing software. Emphasizes the layout and preparation of single and multiple page documents as well as single and multiple color documents. Also includes importing text and graphic files, collecting files for document output, and comprehensive output. Fall
  
  • GRA 253 - Computer Graphics


    Credit Hours: 3
    Vector image generation and preparation of vector files for use with layout applications. Includes using appropriate graphic software for creating and editing vector images, converting raster images to vector images for editing and preparing vector files for use in publications. Emphasizes print publications, but also includes electronic publications. Offered Occasionally
  
  • GRA 263 - Digital Image Capture


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: either GRA 103 , GRA 243 , GRA 253  or permission. Application of methods, equipment, and software used to prepare digital images for print media and electronic media publications. Emphasizes raster image editing and creation, file format conversion, scanning, digital camera input, and digital comprehensive output. Spring
  
  • GRA 323 - Electronic Prepress


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: GRA 103 , GRA 243 , and GRA 263 . Application of equipment, materials and procedures used in the process of converting prepared images to printing plates. Includes preflighting, trapping, imposition, imagesetter, film, film processing, image assembly, proofing, and platemaking. Emphasizes computer to film and computer to plate procedures. Offered Occasionally
  
  • GRA 343 - Offset Press


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: GRA 103  and permission or GRA 323 . Operation and maintenance of the offset press emphasizing the solving of problems related to quality issues, substrates and inks. Study also includes use and care of various offset plates, bindery and finishing. Spring
  
  • GRA 363 - Digital Media


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: GRA 263 . Application of image design for digital reproduction including interactive CD-ROM, multimedia presentation and web page. Also includes an introduction to animation. Offered Occasionally
  
  • GRA 403 - Production Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: GRA 243 , GRA 343  and permission. Functions of management as it relates to the production of printing. Application of techniques used in planning production, scheduling, estimating, inventory, purchasing and plant layout. Actual production situations are utilized in classroom experiences.  Fall-Odd
  
  • GRA 413 - Printing Plant Supervision


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: GRA 243 , GRA 343 , and permission. Issues concerning employee supervision and application to graphic arts personnel. Job descriptions, employee policy development, training, safety, legal and environmental issues related to the printing industry are also emphasized.  Fall-Even
  
  • GRA 443 - Selected Advanced Studies in Graphic Arts


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: 12 hours of GRA credit and permission. Directed group study of topics selected for advanced graphic arts students. May be repeated if the topic is different. Offered Occasionally
  
  • GRA 453 - Process Color Management


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: GRA 323  and GRA 343 . Controlling color accuracy throughout the reproduction process from image creation through offset printing: includes color theory, color and density measurement, color and tonal correction, image editing and retouching, calibrating and profiling output devices, proofing and process color reproduction. Offered Occasionally
  
  • GRA 463 - Printing Estimating


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: GRA 243 , GRA 343 , or permission. Study of estimating procedures used in figuring the costs of offset printing. Figuring hourly costs and production standards will be a part of the course. Actual production records for estimating various costs are utilized. Offered Occasionally
  
  • GRA 48V - Internship in Graphic Design


    Credit Hours: 1-6
    Prerequisites: 18 hours of GRA credit and permission. An opportunity for students to receive credit and obtain experience while employed with an approved graphic arts firm. No more than three hours may count toward a major or minor. Fall/Spring
  
  • GRA 49V - Special Problems in Graphic Design


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: permission. Individual work to permit the students to explore or research a problem of special interest in the printing industry. Findings are developed into written form as a requirement. Fall/Spring

Military Science

  
  • MIL 122 - Introduction to Military Science


    Credit Hours: 2
    This course focuses on Army organization, customs and courtesies, leadership and basic pistol and rifle marksmanship. Students will get the opportunity to handle, learn the maintenance and proper way to fire, both civilian and U.S. Army small arms weapons as well as spending on-two weeks learning Army rappelling techniques. Fall
  
  • MIL 132 - Introduction to Basic Military Skills


    Credit Hours: 2
    This course builds on the foundational skills and techniques taught in MIL 122 : military map reading and land navigation, pistol marksmanship, rappelling and additional leadership skills. Spring
  
  • MIL 141 - Physical Training


    Credit Hours: 1
    The course is designed around a military environment and a “Total Body Fitness” concept, emphasizing the development of an individual fitness program, and the role of exercise and fitness in one’s life. The class includes swimming, running, circuit training for strength and/or endurance, organized sports, and a variety of other enjoyable physical activities. May be repeated for a total of four hours. Fall/Spring
  
  • MIL 202 - Basic Military Skills and Techniques


    Credit Hours: 2
    Prerequisite: 31 or more credit hours completed or permission. This class is designed for military science students who desire accelerated instruction on rifle marksmanship, rappelling, communications, map reading (to include the compass), patrolling and tactics. The student will be required to wear a military uniform once a week on Thursdays for lab if contracted. Students that are contracted are required to meet Army appearance standards. Fall
  
  • MIL 212 - Military Fundamentals Practicum


    Credit Hours: 2
    Prerequisite: 31 or more credit hours completed or permission. The class introduces students to military leadership, and continues instruction on rappelling, communications, map reading (to include the compass), patrolling and tactics and rifle marksmanship. The student will be required to wear a military uniform once a week on Thursdays for lab if contracted. Students that are contracted are required to meet Army appearance standards.  Spring
  
  • MIL 235 - Basic Military Science Summer Camp “Leader’s Training Course”


    Credit Hours: 5
    Prerequisite: permission. A four-week course conducted at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The training is rugged and intensive with emphasis placed on leadership application, practical work and physical conditioning. Training will be conducted seven days a week and requires active student participation. Enrolled students receive compensation for travel, lodging and food, plus a salary. Upon completion, students will also be eligible for the College of the Ozarks Patriotic Scholarship. (Pass/Fail) Summer
  
  • MIL 245 - Nurse Summer Training Program


    Credit Hours: 5
    Prerequisite: permission. The paid, three-week Nurse Summer Training Program assigns Nurse Cadets to Army hospitals throughout the U.S. and Germany; introducing them to the Army Medical Department (AMEDD) while highlighting the roles and responsibilities of an Army Nurse Corps Officer. Under the direct supervision of a preceptor (an experienced Army Nurse Corps Officer), those attending NSTP will obtain significant hands-on clinical experience. Summer
  
  • MIL 303 - Military Leadership and Operations


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: permission. Introduction to small unit tactics; principles of military leadership to include theory, responsibilities, techniques and practice; branches of the U.S. Army, oral presentation techniques and practice. One field trip is required. This course may not be taken Pass/Fail.  Fall
  
  • MIL 313 - Military Skill Building


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: permission. Small unit tactics; applied military leadership (builds on knowledge gained in MIL 303 ) with special emphasis on the junior leader’s duties and responsibilities. Two field trips are required. This course may not be taken Pass/Fail.  Spring
  
  • MIL 325 - Advanced Military Science Summer Camp “Leader Development and Assessment Course”


    Credit Hours: 5
    Prerequisite: permission. A four-week course conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington. The instruction, training, and evaluation emphasize professional development issues required to become an Army Officer. The primary focus is on evaluating the student’s leadership potential through this mentally and physically demanding camp. The training and evaluation are conducted seven days a week for five weeks and require active student participation. Students are placed in leadership positions that require them to lead up to 120 fellow students for extended periods of time. Enrolled students receive compensation for travel, lodging and food, plus a salary. Upon completion, students will be eligible for the College of the Ozarks Patriotic Scholarship. (Pass/Fail) Summer
  
  • MIL 343 - Topics in Military Science


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: permission. A course addressing a specialized area or topic of Military Science in which additional research and attention can be devoted as needs are identified. May be repeated if the topic changes. Offered Occasionally
  
  • MIL 403 - Military Qualification Skills for the Advanced Cadet


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: permission. Ethics and professionalism of the military officer; Army command and staff functions; oral presentation techniques and practice; military leadership at junior officer level; world change and military obligations. One field trip is required. This course may not be taken as Pass/Fail. Fall
  
  • MIL 413 - Transition from Cadet to Lieutenant


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisite: permission. Military justice system; Army supply and logistics procedures and responsibilities; officer management system; obligations and responsibilities of a military officer; and military leadership at the junior officer level. Two field trips are required. This course may not be taken Pass/Fail. Spring
  
  • MIL 433 - American Military History


    Credit Hours: 3
    A study of the evolution of warfare in American history from the colonial era to present day. Specific military concepts and terminology will be utilized, with emphasis on tactics, strategy, logistics and technology. Spring-Odd
  
  • MIL 49V - Special Problems in Military Science


    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Prerequisite: permission. Planned readings and research on subjects in or related to Military Science. May be repeated for a total of three hours. Fall/Spring

Fire Safety

  
  • FRS 103X - Firefighter I


    Firefighter I is an introductory course that introduces basic firefighter skills, fire suppression, the essential elements and terminology, fire history and traditions, department organization, firefighter safety, incident command systems, terrorism awareness, and personal protective equipment. Successful completion of this course will prepare a student for a career in fire service (vocational) by permitting him/her to test for a state license at the Firefighter I level. Students enrolled in Firefighter I for the fall term should take FRS 203X  the following spring. Fall
  
  • FRS 203X - Firefighter II


    Credit Hours: 3
    Prerequisites: FRS 103X  and either NIMS/ICS for Fire Service or both ICS-100 and ICS-200. Firefighter 2 builds on knowledge gained in Firefighter I and expands the student’s skill base to include incident command systems, utility emergencies, technical rescue, vehicle rescue, and more advanced firefighter safety skills. Successful completion of this course will prepare a student for a career in fire service (vocational) by permitting him/her to test for a state license at the Firefighter 2 level. Spring
 

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