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Major in Professional and Technical Writing BS at NYC College of Technology

Credits required to complete this program: 80
A minimum GPA of 2.00 is required for courses in this Major.
At least 15 credits for this Major must be completed at NYC College of Technology.

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Professional and Technical Writing
Specialized Communications For Technology Students (1 classes required)
ENG 1133: Specialized Communications for Technology Students PRE: ENG1101 or ENG1101CO or ENG1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Academic as well as occupational writing such as lab reports and bids, emphasis on the documented report, summarizing material and writing letters. Written presentations frequently utilize visual aids such as graphics, maps and charts. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Introduction to Language and Technology (1 classes required)
ENG 1710: Introduction to Language & Technology PRE/CO: ENG 1121 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours An introduction to the relationship between language and technology by reviewing the history of various technologies of the world, including writing, printing, and digital media. The course explores the history of rhetoric and its relationship to traditional, print-based technologies, as well as new forms and meanings of digital literacy. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Introduction to Professional and Technical Writing (1 classes required)
ENG 2700: Introduction to Professional & Technical Writing Pre-requisite of ENG 1121 is required. Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours An introductory course in effective professional and technical writing techniques and concepts. Students use digital media to communicate professional and technical information to a variety of audiences via written and oral presentations. Students also analyze a wide range of documents, study appropriate models, and practice collaborative research, writing, and presentation. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Writing With New Media (1 classes required)
ENG 2720: Writing with New Media PRE: ENG 2700 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours An exploration of the changing nature of composition practices and rhetorical strategies in the digital age. Students are introduced to a variety of digital writing platforms that expand communicative practices beyond print-based media. Taking advantage of the visual and interactive properties of computer-mediated communication, students consider the ways in which composition practices and rhetorical strategies are transformed in digital environments. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Professional Editing and Revising (1 classes required)
ENG 2730: Professional Editing & Revising PRE: ENG 2700 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Students learn to identify audiences and choose appropriate language, tone, and style in order to write, edit, and revise a variety of communiqus in various workplace scenarios. Revision documents may be internally created or externally appropriated, depending on the instructor's discretion. Instruction in the protocols of revising, editing, proofreading, and associated tasks. An emphasis on the ability to rethink and adapt to ever-present writing exigencies. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Digital Storytelling (1 classes required)
ENG 3760: Digital Storytelling PRE: ENG 2720 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours The fundamental aspects of narrative in digital environments. Students learn to identify common elements of digital stories and analyze how story creators utilize digital tools, platforms, and interfaces to add interactivityto their narratives. Hands-on introductions to a range of freely available digital storytelling tools to create narratives in a variety of interactive formats. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Information Architecture (1 classes required)
ENG 3790: Information Architecture PRE: ENG 2700 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours This theory and practice-based course provides a theoretical overview of the concepts and practices of information architecture: organization, labeling, navigation, search, and metadata. Students develop practical skills through the study of human-computer interaction. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Research and Documentation For The Information Age (1 classes required)
LIB 1201: Resrch/Doc Info Age Prerequisite: ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- INDIVIDUAL & SOCIETY This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
Business and Professional Communication (1 classes required)
COM 3401: Business & Professional Communication PRE: ENG 1121 OR HIGHER OR COM 1330 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Principles of communication within organizations. Topics and activities may include organizational communication and communication theory, group problem solving, case studies, interviewing, and formal presentations.The minimum technological requirements for fully online sections of this course are a working camera and microphone. Students are expected to turn on cameras and microphones at their instructor's request. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
History Core Course (1 classes required)
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History of Technology (1 classes required)
HIS 3209ID: History of Technology Prerequisite: ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML and a previous History course (HIS 1000-series or AFR 1460 or AFR 1461 or AFR 1465 or AFR 1466 or LATS 1462) Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An examination of technology in North America from Native American inhabitation to the present. Focusing on the relationship between technology and cultural value systems, this course addresses the historical development of our current technological society. Topics include the relationship of technological change to class, gender and racial divisions, the creation of large-scale technological systems, and ethical debates regarding the appropriate use of technology. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity)
Additional Required Courses
(Any 3 of 5 groups required)
Group #1 - Advanced Professional Writing (1 classes required)
ENG 3770: Advanced Professional Writing PRE: ENG 2700 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Focusing on both print-based and digital presentations, this course prepares students for participation in contemporary writing fields. Emphasis on document design and content execution in current publication media and a variety of industries including publishing, education, health care, and other industries. By exploring process, from writing to publication, students become familiar with the demands of writing in the workplace. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Group #2 - Advanced Technical Writing (1 classes required)
ENG 3775: Advanced Technical Writing PRE; ENG 2700, PTW MAJOR Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours With an emphasis on digital media platforms to communicate technical information to a variety of professional audiences, this advanced course focuses on effective technical writing applications in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students analyze a wide range of technical deliverables, practice advanced online research methods, and develop both individual and collaborative writing projects and presentations. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Group #3 - Planning and Testing User Documents (1 classes required)
ENG 3780: Planning & Testing User Documents PRE/CO: ENG 3775 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours This course covers strategies for planning, conducting, and analyzinga usability test, as well as identifying and solving problems related to document design via research and practice usability testing. Using instructional design principles as part of documentation, teams perform tests and report results in a usability lab. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Group #4 - Technical Documentation (1 classes required)
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Group #5 - Special Topics in Prof and Tech Writing (1 classes required)
ENG 4700: Special Topics in Professional & Technical Writing PRE: ENG 1710 & ENG 2720 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours As an advanced course in theories and practices of communication for new media, the course explores relationships between communication theories and technologies from social, cultural, historical, and practical perspectives and the implications of these for communication projects in new media environments. This course was last offered in the Fall 2023 semester. (Regular Liberal Arts)
Specialization
(Any 1 of 13 groups required)
Group #1 - Biology (5 classes required)
BIO 1101: Biology I Eligibility for ENG 1101 or co-requisite of ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML or ESOL 021W or ESOL 031W; No Higher BIO Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours The fundamental principles of biology including taxonomy, structure, nutrition, reproduction, heredity, development and evolution. The concepts of molecular biology and representative plants and animals are utilized. Use and care of the microscope.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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BIO 1201: Biology II PRE: BIO 1101 Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours Continuation of Biology I with emphasis on the higher vertebrate systems.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- SCIENTIFIC WORLD This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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BIO 2311: Human Anatomy and Physiology I Eligibility for ENG 1101 or co-requisite of ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML or ESOL 021W or ESOL 031W; Prerequisite BIO 1101 or a score of 85 or above on the New York State Regents biology exam; No BIO 2312 Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours The anatomy and physiology of the cell, tissues, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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BIO 2312: Human Anatomy and Physiology II PRE: BIO 2311 Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours A study of the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine and reproductive systems: intermediary metabolism, electrolyte and water balance.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- SCIENTIFIC WORLD This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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BIO 3302: Microbiology PRE: BIO 2311 OR 1101 Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Lecture hours, 4.0 Laboratory hours The fundamentals of microbiology with laboratory practice in pure techniques, methods of staining and the microscopic and colonial recognition of saprophytic organisms.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- SCIENTIFIC WORLD This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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BIO 3620: Molecular & Cell Biology PRE: BIO 2450 AND CHEM 1110 OR (BIO 1101 AND CHEM 2223 FOR APPLIED CHEM STUDENTS) Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours An overview of cells including the molecular basis for its structure and functions. Topics introduce key principles of cell biology, including cellular energetics and biochemistry, roles of cell membranes and the detailed functions of organelles. Molecular structure of DNA, RNA and proteins are covered as well as transcription, translation and post-translational modifications. Cell signaling pathways, cell cycle and cell death are covered, with the detailed reference to its regulations. The laboratory component provides in-depth experimentation with the techniques and tools used in the study of molecular and cell biology. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #2 - Chemistry (4 classes required)
CHEM 1110: General Chemistry I Pre/corequisite: (ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML) and (MAT 1275 or MAT1275CO or higher) Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours An introduction to the principles of general chemistry. As a first semester course in a two-part series, it provides the concepts of atomic structure, nomenclature, stoichiometry, behavior of gases, chemical bonding, and geometry and types of chemical reactions.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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CHEM 2223: Organic Chemistry I PRE: CHEM 1210 Credits: 5 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 4.0 Lecture hours An introduction to the fundamental concepts of nomenclature, structure, functional group chemistry, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds. Topics include the chemistries of alkanes and alkyl halides, stereochemistry, and SN1, SN2, E1, and E2 mechanisms. Laboratory exercises illustrate methodsof preparation and measurement of organic compounds. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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CHEM 2323: Organic Chemistry II PRE: CHEM 2223 Credits: 5 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 4.0 Lecture hours The second part of a two-semester sequence in organic chemistry. Topics include the chemistries of alcohols, ethers, conjugated and aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, and amines. The oxidation-reduction chemistry of organic compounds and properties of carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, and nucleic acids are introduced. Laboratory work stresses the preparation and spectroscopic characterization of organic compounds. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #3 - Communication Design (18 credits required)
COMD 1100: Graphic Design Principles I Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours The study of graphic elements and principles. Development of sensitivity to the nature of graphic relationships and their control within a given framework. The solution of problems of an abstract, conceptual, expressive and applied character, integrated with problems in color, its characteristics, physical properties and psychological effects in relation to visual expression and practical graphic application. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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COMD 1127: Type and Media Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours The foundations of typography, withan emphasis on using type formultiple industry-related applicationsranging from print to interactivemedia. Includes an overview of theterminology and principles of typedesign. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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COMD 1162: Raster and Vector Graphics Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Raster and Vector Graphics This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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COMD 1200: Graphic Design Principles II P: COMD 1100, 1127, P/C: 1162 Credits: 3 Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours Bridging digital and analog skills, thiscourse emphasizes conceptual visualthinking and its importance tocommunication design in multipledisciplines: advertising, graphicdesign, web design, illustration andbroadcast design. Students honeproduction and high-level craft skillsand experiment with image makingtechniques to develop graphicelements that communicate conceptsand ideas. Students develop projectsfrom thumbnails through finalpresentations in 2-D and 3-D formats. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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COMD 2300: Communication Design I Pre: COMD 1200, CO 1257 Credits: 3 Hours: 6.0 Lecture hours This is a foundations course in advertising and graphic design. Students are challenged to combine foundation skills with conceptual thinking in order to develop creative solutions. Students develop the ability to communicate ideas visually through art direction, and verbally through copywriting. Project-based assignments from concept through digital output challenge students to consider the relationship between the product, its target audience, and marketing objectives. Students learn the importance of conceptual thinking, professional execution, and development process. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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COMD 2451: Web Design I Pre-requisite of COMD 1200 Credits: 3 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours A required course for all Communication Design students. Topics include creative user interface design and best workflow practices. Students design a website using an HTML template and develop design, typography and web programming skills. HTML and CSS are taught. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Group #4 - Computer Science (6 classes required)
CST 1100: Introduction to Computer Systems Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours An overview of machine architecture, software development, software engineering, data organization, ethics, computer security, and the theory of computing. The course will cover algorithms - the introduction of computer programming ? and historical and evolutionary developments of computers. Individual lab assignments and team projects will require Microsoft Office applications to create Word documents, charts (Excel), presentations (PowerPoint), and manipulation of databases (Access). This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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CST 1101: Problem Solving with Computer Programmming Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours This course introduces the student to concepts of problem solving using constructs of logic inherent in computer programming languages. The student studies the nature of problems, common solution approaches and analysis techniques. This base of problem solving skills is augmented by high level computer tools. These tools enable students to construct solutions to common algorithmic problems. The course concludes with the students utilizing flowcharts to diagram problem solutions. Computer programming code is introduced to the student via the code generated by the flowcharting tool. The major emphasis is on teaching the student to identify solutions to a problem and translate them into various forms that will enable the computer to perform some of the steps in a solution of an actual problem instance. These forms include an objected oriented package, flowcharting tool and viewing generated software code. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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CST 1201: Programming Fundamentals PRE: FOR CST MAJORS: CST 1100 & 1101, C GRADEPRE: FOR NON-CST MAJORS: CST 1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 2.0 Lecture hours This course is an intensive introduction to computer programming using the Java language. Through lectures and lab assignments, students will learn the fundamentals of the Java programming language including control structures and user-defined methods. Concepts of object-oriented programming will be demonstrated through the introduction of class objects and class inheritance. Students will learn to create simple Graphic User Interfaces and web applications. Some Java libraries will be introduced in developing application projects, for example, string manipulation classes. Emphasis in the course will be placed on the development, implementation, and execution of projects with an eye to industry standards. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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CST 1204: Database Systems Fundamentals PRE: CST 1100 & 1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours This course will introduce the student to ANSI standard Structured Query Language (SQL). The course will cover the various syntax that governs this language. In depth discussions and practice will be given so that the students will be able to manipulate (insert, update, delete and retrieve) data in a relational database. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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CST 2301: Multimedia and Mobile Device Programming PRE_CST1201_CST1204 Credits: 3 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours This course will cover how the Java language can support applications on cell phones, PDAs and other small computational devices. Students will learn the strengths and limitations of using the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) on small devices. The course will also explore issues involved in moving large multimedia files between platforms and their storage in databases. Specific topics will include: configurations and profiles; overview of programming mobile devices; standard and custom user interface elements and events; networking; record stores and persistence; text and multimedia messaging; drawing and animation using game APIs (Application Program Interface) and 3D APIs; audio and video APIs; and a comparison of current technologies. At the conclusion of the course, the student will be familiar with a special set of JAVA classes designed to work on mobile devices and interact with multimedia files. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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CST 2309: Web Programming I PRE_CST1201 Credits: 3 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Introduction to the design and construction of effective web sites as both a graphic designer and computer programmer. Students learn HTML and how to apply graphic design techniques to real-word scenarios: products, services, research, and the Arts. The goal is to develop effective, pleasing and useful Web sites. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Group #5 - Public Health (6 classes required)
ESCI 1110: Environmental Science I Pre: (ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML) and (MAT 1190 or MAT1190CO or higher) Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introductory environmental science course. Topics include fundamentals of environmental science; visualization; GIS and mapping; water quality and hydrology; air quality; wetlands.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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ESCI 1210: Environmental Science II Pre: (ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML) and (MAT 1190 or MAT1190CO or higher) Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introductory environmental science course. Topics include energy; ecosystems; solid and hazardous waste; pressure and temperature; volume, mass and flow; population growth; global warming; environmental management and economics. Maps, GIS, and the visualization of scientific information are emphasized. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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GOV 1101: American Government CUNY proficiency in English Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An overview of the structure and characteristics of the American political system. Topics include the branches of government, the Constitution and civil liberties, political parties, interest groups, citizen participation, and the relationship between the national and state governments. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity)
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GOV 1102: State and Local Government CUNY proficiency in English Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours A contemporary perspective on the structure, power, and responsibilities of state and local governments and how they both cooperate and come into conflict with the national government. Emphasis is placed on New York City and New York State government.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- US EXPERIENCE IN ITS DIVERSITY This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity)
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HEA 1102: Community Health CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Newest developments in public health on federal, state and local levels, including medical care, chronic and communicable diseases, mental health, sexually transmitted diseases including AIDS, environmental health, epidemiological investigation and research, maternal and child health, population control and health service careers. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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HEA 1108: Women's Health Issues CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours A study of the health concepts specific to women. Life style behaviors, violence against women, sexuality and reproductive issues, fertility control, the older years, specific health and medical problems, the politics and economics of medical care, resources for prevention, self-help and treatment. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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HUS 1101: Introduction to Human Services CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An overview and introduction to social welfare and human services in the United States. The profession of human services, its knowledge base, values and skills. Major topics covered are historical background, human services practice, social services, special issues and populations. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Group #6 - Public Health (6 classes required)
ESCI 1110: Environmental Science I Pre: (ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML) and (MAT 1190 or MAT1190CO or higher) Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introductory environmental science course. Topics include fundamentals of environmental science; visualization; GIS and mapping; water quality and hydrology; air quality; wetlands.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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ESCI 1210: Environmental Science II Pre: (ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML) and (MAT 1190 or MAT1190CO or higher) Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introductory environmental science course. Topics include energy; ecosystems; solid and hazardous waste; pressure and temperature; volume, mass and flow; population growth; global warming; environmental management and economics. Maps, GIS, and the visualization of scientific information are emphasized. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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GOV 1101: American Government CUNY proficiency in English Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An overview of the structure and characteristics of the American political system. Topics include the branches of government, the Constitution and civil liberties, political parties, interest groups, citizen participation, and the relationship between the national and state governments. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity)
OR
GOV 1102: State and Local Government CUNY proficiency in English Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours A contemporary perspective on the structure, power, and responsibilities of state and local governments and how they both cooperate and come into conflict with the national government. Emphasis is placed on New York City and New York State government.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- US EXPERIENCE IN ITS DIVERSITY This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity)
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HEA 1102: Community Health CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Newest developments in public health on federal, state and local levels, including medical care, chronic and communicable diseases, mental health, sexually transmitted diseases including AIDS, environmental health, epidemiological investigation and research, maternal and child health, population control and health service careers. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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HEA 1108: Women's Health Issues CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours A study of the health concepts specific to women. Life style behaviors, violence against women, sexuality and reproductive issues, fertility control, the older years, specific health and medical problems, the politics and economics of medical care, resources for prevention, self-help and treatment. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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HSCI 4970: Social Marketing in Healthcare Settings Prerequisite of HSA 3510 or HSCI 3101 with a grade of C or higher Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours The fundamentals of social marketing in healthcare settings, the pharmaceutical industry, disease prevention, environmental health, health literacy, health promotion and emergency preparedness. Students critically examine case studies of social marketing and communication campaigns to determine effectiveness in health outcomes on targeted populations and to develop their own business proposals, media strategies and creative deliverables.A grade of C or higher is required to pass. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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HUS 1101: Introduction to Human Services CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An overview and introduction to social welfare and human services in the United States. The profession of human services, its knowledge base, values and skills. Major topics covered are historical background, human services practice, social services, special issues and populations. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Group #7 - Economics (6 classes required)
ECON 1101: Macroeconomics CUNY proficiency in English and Mathematics Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Fundamental economic ideas and the operation of the economy on a national scale. Production, distribution and consumption of goods and services, the exchange process, the role of government, the national income and its distribution, GDP, consumption function, savings function, investment spending, the multiplier principle and the influence of government spending on income and output. Analysis of monetary policy, including the banking system and the Federal Reserve System.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- US EXPERIENCE IN ITS DIVERSITY This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity)
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ECON 1401: Microeconomics CUNY proficiency in English and Mathematics Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours The price system and capitalism. Demand, supply and elasticity, the costs of production and how these costs are determined under perfect competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition and oligopoly, factors of production under perfect competition and the various forms of monopoly.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- INDIVIDUAL & SOCIETY This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
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ECON 2301: Money and Banking PRE: ECON 1101 OR ECON 1401 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours The importance of money and banking to economic activity on the national and international level. The definition of money and the different financial institutions that help circulate money through the system. Deposit creation, a brief history of the banking system in the U.S. prior to the creation of the Federal Reserve system, and a detailed study of the Federal Reserve banking system. The relationship between money and banking in international trade and finance. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
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ECON 2403: Labor Management Relations PRE: ECON 1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Economic and social problems relating to the labor management field. Development and functions of labor and employer organizations, regulatory law and protective labor legislation, collective bargaining and dispute settlement, the laws on wages, hours, working conditions, social security, elimination of discrimination and health hazards. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity)
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ECON 2505ID: Environmental Economics - Interdisciplinary PRE: ECON 1101 OR ECON 1401 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours This course examines current environmental issues from a macroeconomic perspective, focusing on both the long and short-term economic viability of various proposals to address current environmental challenges. Traditional goals of economic efficiency will be examined in the context of the need to expand renewable energy sources, green design, sustainable construction, & resource allocation, & other efforts to climate change on a global scale. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - World Cultures & Global Issues)
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SBS 2000: Research Methods for the Social and Behavioral Sciences PREREQUISITE OF ANY INTO ANTH, ECON, GEOG, GOV, HIS, PSY, SOC, OR AFR/PRS 14XX SERIES, OR AFR 1501, AFR 1502, AFR 2402, OR AFR 3000, OR COM 2402, OR COM 2402, OR COM 3401, AND MAT 1180 OR HIGHER. COMD STUDENTS ALSO NEED PREREQUISITE OF PSY 3407 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introduction to the research methodologies utilized in the social and behavioral sciences, beginning with the fundamentals of research design, through data collection, analysis, interpretation, and the final reporting of results. Both quantitative and qualitative designs are examined using software to aid in inquiry and analysis. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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SBS 2000ID: Research Methods for the Social and Behavioral Sciences - Interdisciplinary PREREQUISITE OF ANY INTO ANTH, ECON, GEOG, GOV, HIS, PSY, SOC, OR AFR/PRS 14XX SERIES, OR AFR 1501, AFR 1502, AFR 2402, OR AFR 3000, OR COM 2402, OR COM 2402, OR COM 3401, AND MAT 1180 OR HIGHER. COMD STUDENTS ALSO NEED PREREQUISITE OF PSY 3407 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introduction to the research methodologies utilized in the social and behavioral sciences, beginning with the fundamentals of research design, through data collection, analysis, interpretation, and the final reporting of results. Both quantitative and qualitative designs are examined using software to aid in inquiry and analysis. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #8 - Psychology (6 classes required)
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Group #9 - Social Science (6 classes required)
SOC 1101: Elements of Sociology CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Perspectives on sociology as an analytical science. The emphasis is on concepts, hypotheses and theories which explain social behavior and social change. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
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SOC 1102: Urban Sociology CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours A sociological perspective on the nature and origins of the modern city, and the community of life in relation to the urban metropolis.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- INDIVIDUAL & SOCIETY This course was last offered in the Spring 2024 semester. (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
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SOC 2401ID: Society, Technology and Self ANY SOC 1000 Level course Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours This course analyzes the social relationship between society, technology and self from a sociological analysis. The emphasis of this course is on technology as the principle form of social interaction, and as a determinant of the reconstitution of the character and personality structures.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- INDIVIDUAL & SOCIETY This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
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SOC 2403: Law and Society Any SOC 1000 OR PSY1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Since the legal system was codified, there has been an interaction between society and the law. Investigates the dynamic interplay between social systems and legal systems. Included are discussions of historical and contemporary legal systems, and an analysis of the function of the law (as a profession and as a system of social control). This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
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SOC 3301: The Emerging Global Society Prerequisite: ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML and any SOC course or ECON 1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Sociology 301 will explore the forces that drive globalization as well as social, economic, political and ecological dimensions of the globalization process. A number of social issues related to global inequality will be discussed, inlcuding population growth, hunger and poverty, environmental degradation and the rise of ethic confilcts. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - World Cultures & Global Issues)
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SOC 3302ID: Environmental Sociology-Interd Prerequisite: ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML and any SOC course or ECON 1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours This course examines the complex interactions between societies and the natural environments on which they depend. Special emphasis is placed on the link between the deepening ecological crisis and the operation of the capitalist socio-economic system. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
Group #10 - Physics (5 classes required)
PHYS 1117: Astronomy I CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite of ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML and pre/corequisite: MAT 1275 or MAT 1275CO Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours Astronomical history is presented including an introduction to the mechanics and optics of Galileo and Newton. Radiation laws and astronomical tools including the telescope are considered. The solar system is presented in detail as is a history of human space travel.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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PHYS 1433: General Physics I: Algebra Based PRE: MAT 1275CO or higher or PRE/CO: MAT 1275 Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 4.0 Lecture hours Algebra-based course on basic concepts and principles of mechanics, heat, waves and fluids. Topics include: statics, kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, circular and rotational motion, fluid dynamics, temperature, heat transfer and wave motion.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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PHYS 1434: General Physics II: Algebra Based Pre-requisite of PHYS 1433 is required. Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 4.0 Lecture hours Algebra based course on basic concepts and principles of electricity and magnetism, light and atomic physics. Topics include: electrostatics, electric current, magnetism, magnetic induction, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, geometric and wave optics and the atomic theory of matter.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- SCIENTIFIC WORLD This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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PHYS 2443ID: Modern Physics PRE: PHYS 1442 Credits: 4 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours Selected topics in physics and modern physics including: light, wave optics, interference, diffraction and polarization of light, relativity, origins of the quantum theory, atoms, the nucleus, elements of condensed matter, lasers, holography, elements of elementary particle physics and astrophysics. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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PHYS 2607: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics PRE: PHYS 1442 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introduction to foundations, mathematical formalism and applications of quantum physics is presented. The origin of quantum theory---the Plank's law for the black-body radiation, the photoelectric and Compton effects and the wave-particle duality---is discussed. The principle of superposition and the Heisenberg uncertainty principle are formulated. The probability interpretation of the quantum mechanical wave function is given. The Schrodinger equation is studied and applied to simple systems. Quantization of orbital and spin angular momentum is presented. The Pauli exclusion principle is formulated. The hydrogen atom is treated. Applications to multielectron atoms and solids are discussed. Basics of linear operators, matrices and vector spaces are introduced. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #11 - Physics (5 classes required)
PHYS 1117: Astronomy I CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite of ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML and pre/corequisite: MAT 1275 or MAT 1275CO Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Laboratory hours, 3.0 Lecture hours Astronomical history is presented including an introduction to the mechanics and optics of Galileo and Newton. Radiation laws and astronomical tools including the telescope are considered. The solar system is presented in detail as is a history of human space travel.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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PHYS 1441: General Physics I: Calculus Based Pre/Co-requisite of MAT 1475 is required. Credits: 5 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 4.0 Lecture hours Basic concepts and principles of mechanics, heat and mechanical waves. Topics include: kinematics, dynamics, statics, work and energy, rotational motion, oscillations and wave motion, fluids, temperature, heat and concepts of thermodynamics.SATISFIES REQUIRED CORE- LIFE & PHYSICAL SCIENCES This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences)
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PHYS 1442: General Physics II: Calculus Based PRE: PHYS 1441 Credits: 5 Hours: 3.0 Laboratory hours, 4.0 Lecture hours A continuation of PHYS1441/SC441. Electricity and magnetism, optics and elements of modern physics. Topics include: electrostatics, electric current and electric circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, alternating current circuits, electromagnetic waves, geometric optics, optical instruments, spectra and physical optics.SATISFIES FLEXIBLE CORE- SCIENTIFIC WORLD This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Scientific World)
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PHYS 2607: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics PRE: PHYS 1442 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introduction to foundations, mathematical formalism and applications of quantum physics is presented. The origin of quantum theory---the Plank's law for the black-body radiation, the photoelectric and Compton effects and the wave-particle duality---is discussed. The principle of superposition and the Heisenberg uncertainty principle are formulated. The probability interpretation of the quantum mechanical wave function is given. The Schrodinger equation is studied and applied to simple systems. Quantization of orbital and spin angular momentum is presented. The Pauli exclusion principle is formulated. The hydrogen atom is treated. Applications to multielectron atoms and solids are discussed. Basics of linear operators, matrices and vector spaces are introduced. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #12 - Marketing (6 classes required)
MKT 1100: Essentials of Marketing CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Functions involved in distributing goods, the role of the manufacturer in selecting target markets, types of marketing institutions (wholesale and retail). Formulating marketing policies and strategies. The role of government and the effects of consumerism on marketing practices. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 1102: Principles of Selling CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Professional selling techniques, are presented and analyzed. The theory and practice of customer-centered selling, including techniques of handling objections, demonstrating merchandise and closing sales. Career and leadership aspects of selling are emphasized. Student demonstrations provide practice in realistic sales presentations. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 1103: Foundations of Marketing and Sales CUNY proficiency in English or corequisite: ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introductory survey of today's fast-paced, rapidly changing and interactive global marketing and sales environment. Introduces contemporary marketing and sales philosophies and practices as they are used for the advertising, selling and distribution of goods through brick and mortar stores, the internet, world wide web and other electronic media. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 1210: Marketing Research PRE REQUISITE OF MKT 1103 (OR MKT 1100 & MKT 1102) AND PRE OR CO REQUISITE OF ENG 1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Emphasis on the use of scientific research methods to strengthen marketing effort. Media, sales promotion and product opinion research, industrial and institutional research and elementary statistical applications. Practice in preparing formal and informal research reports. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 1214: Advertising PRE REQUISITE OF MKT 1103 (OR MKT 1100 & MKT 1102) AND PRE OR CO REQUISITE OF ENG 1101 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours The impact of communications and socio-economic environment on advertising and sales promotion. The nature of promotion policy, organization of advertising professionals, technical production, and analysis of the creative strategies used in today's global marketing are thoroughly investigated. The student develops a mock advertising campaign. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 2300: Direct and Interactive Marketing PRE REQUISITE OF BUF 2400 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Management of non-personal promotional methods which are designed to secure immediate response by the customer. Topics include the launching of direct marketing programs, market segmentation, developing products and services, lead generation and media with emphasis on direct mail, broadcasting, telemarketing, and new electronic technologies. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 2327: Entrepreneurship PRE: MKT 1210 & MKT 1214 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours The student will learn how to adapt established managerial practices to the needs of small business. This will include marketing, finance, human resources, buying and selling, and the relationship of these responsibilities in a small business environment. The techniques of entrepreneurial decision making will be examined in depth. Students will develop a business plan. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 2373: Supply Chain Management PRE: MKT 1210 & MKT 1214 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours The movement of goods from production through distribution channels, public versus private warehousing and the interrelationships of inventory control, protective packaging, materials handling equipment and techniques, traffic, communications order processing and customer service. Centralization vs. decentralization, control of distribution center functions and the impact of electronic data processing on distribution activities are surveyed. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
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MKT 2414: Sales Management PRE: MKT 2300 OR MKT 2327 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours The application of sales management principles to specific cases. Includes recruiting, selecting, training, motivation, compensation, sales forecasting, territorial development and budgeting. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Internship
Professional and Technical Writing Internship (1 classes required)
ENG 4900: Professional & Technical Writing Internship INTERNSHIP COORDINATOR APPROVAL REQUIRED, PREREQUISITE OF ENG 3780 OR ENG 4700 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Internship hours Students complete a 120-hour internship. In-class meetings provide an opportunity for presentations and electronic portfolio development to enrich the learning experience. Students write weekly status reports. Supervision is by both the faculty and the job supervisor. This course is currently being offered (Regular Non-Liberal Arts)
Electives
Electives (8 credits required)
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NYC College of Technology