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The Certificate of Technical Studies in Avionics program is designed to take students with no aircraft experience and train them in four sections of Avionics which covers basic electronics theory and then advances to a hands-on focus on Avionics systems. It includes classroom and laboratory training in Aircraft Avionics, teaching you how to troubleshoot and repair communications systems, navigation systems, autopilot, collision avoidance systems, and more.
To receive this Certificate of Technical Studies in Avionics student must:
PROGRAM OF STUDY:
Admissions Preference will be given to individuals with:
If applicants do not have the qualifications listed above, they must meet the following Admission Requirements:
Required Courses: AMTV 101 Avionics Fundamentals 6.00 AMTV 103 Avionics Installer 6.00 AMTV 105 Avionics Communication 6.00 AMTV 107 Navigation and Support 6.00 Systems Total Hours 24.00
Contact Mr. Mark Peeples at 225.216.8125 for more information.
Care and Development of Young Children Technical Competency Area Certificate I & II The Care and Development of Young Children Technical Competency Area Certificate I & II specifically designed to assist students with their current educational goals in working with young children either in workplace childcare settings or in home settings and to assist childcare employers in improving their star rating status in the Quality Rating System sponsored by the state of Louisiana. Track I would aid student interested in applying for the national certification, the Child Development Associate (CDA). Track II gives basic foundations for those students interested in opening their own daycare centers. Both tracks contain courses that would improve a daycare center’s star rating as employees complete more education.
To receive this TCA in Care and Development of Young Children the student must:
Program of Study TCA Certificate I: CDYC 105 Introduction to the Care and Development of Young Children 3 CDYC 103 The Learning Environment: Health, Safety, and Nutrition 3 CDYC 111 Observing and Assessing the Young Children 3 CDYC 213 Curriculum for Young Children 3 Total Hours 12
TCA Certificate II: CDYC 105 Introduction to the Care and Development of Young Children 3 CDYC 103 The Learning Environment: Health, Safety, and Nutrition 3 CDYC 123 Family, School, and Community Relations 3 CDYC 280 Administration and Supervision in Childcare 3 Total Hours 12
Contact the Division of Liberal Arts at 225.216.8165 for more information.
Computer Network Engineer Certificate The Computer Network Engineer Certificate is an industry-linked program that prepares students for careers as computer network engineers in the computer science industry. Students gain knowledge, professional skills, and specialized training, including internships that position them for entry into the workforce. Students choosing computer network engineering as an area of interest may pursue jobs in network security and support.
To receive this certificate, the student must:
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Required Related Courses English Composition (ENGL 101)................................ 3 Mathematics (MATH 101/110)................................... 3 CSCI 192............. Introduction to Program Logic and Design.................................................... 3 Total Required Related Course Hours................... 9
Major Courses: CNET 173............ Introduction to PC Operating Systems.................................................................. 3 CNET 210............ Introduction to Computer Networking............................................................ 3 CNET 240............ Desktop Support and Networking............................................................ 3 CNET 250............ PC and Network Security.............. 3 Total Major Course Hours....................................... 12
Approved Electives Choose three from the following:.................................. 9 CIST 270.............. Multimedia and Web Design CNET 260............ Wireless Communications CSCI 190 ............ Microcomputer Applications in Business CSCI 193............. Software Design and Programming I CSCI 194............. Software Design and Programming II CSCI 200............. Discrete Structures CSCI 210............. Introduction to Data Structures And Algorithms CSCI 290............. Object-Oriented Programming (JAVA) Total Approved Elective Hours............................... 9
Total Program Hours................................................ 30
Contact the Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at 225.216.8226 for more information.
General Science Associate of Science (AS) Food Science Concentration
The General Science Associate of Science (AS in General Science) The Food Science Concentration allows prepares students for transfer to Food Science and Technology programs offered by four-year institutions. The concentration provides students with the foundation for further study in food science and technology and prepares them for careers in food industries and businesses, food processing and technology, fool chemistry and analysis, food safety, and food business/marketing.
To receive this degree, the student must;
PROGRAM OF STUDY
General Education Requirements English Composition....................................... 6 ENGL 101 & ENGL 102 Mathematics.................................................. 6 MATH 101/110 MATH 111 Natural Science.............................................. 9 BIOL 120 BIOL 121 CHEM 101 Social Science................................................ 6 ECON 203 Arts............................................................... 3 Humanities..................................................... 9 SPCH 120 Total General Education Hours................... 39
Required Concentration Courses* BIOL 120L........... Biology I Lab for Science Majors.......................................... 1 BIOL 121L........... Biology II Lab for Science Majors.......................................... 1 CHEM 101L......... Chemistry I Lab for Science Majors.......................................... 1 CHEM 102........... Chemistry II for Science Majors.......................................... 3 CHEM 102L......... Chemistry II Lab for Science Majors ......................................... 1 CHEM 220........... Organic Chemistry I........... 3 PHYS 201............ General Physics I............... 3 BIOL 220............. Human Nutrition and.......... 3 Diet Therapy FDSC 200...................................................... 3 BIOL 283....................................................... 3 Total Required Concentration Hours.......... 22 Total Concentration Hours........................... 61
*The specific courses outlined are part of an AS to BS 2 + 2 advising pathway in Food Science and Technology with the LSU.
Contact the Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at 225.216.8226 for more information.
General Science Associate of Science (AS) Natural Resource Management
The General Science Associate of Science (AS in General Science) The Natural Resource Management prepares BRCC students to transfer to natural resource ecology and management and forestry programs offered by baccalaureate degree-granting institutions. Students have the opportunity to pursue careers in areas such as ecological restoration, forest resource management, conservation biology, fisheries and aquaculture, natural resource conservation, wetland science, wildlife ecology, and wildlife law enforcement.
(transfer will require a higher cumulative GPA);
PROGRAM OF STUDY
General Education Requirements* English Composition....................................... 6 Mathematics.................................................. 7 MATH 101/110 MATH 208 Natural Science.............................................. 9 BIOL 120 BIOL 121 CHEM 101 Social Science................................................ 6 ECON 203 SOCL 200 or POLI 251 Arts............................................................... 6 Humanities..................................................... 9 ENGL Literature PHIL 205 SPCH 120
Total General Education Hours................... 40
Natural Resource Management Required Concentration Courses* BIOL 120L......... Biology I Lab for Science Majors.......................................... 1 BIOL 121L......... Biology II Lab for Science Majors.......................................... 1 CHEM 101L....... Chemistry I Lab for Science Majors.......................................... 1 CHEM 102......... Chemistry II for Science Majors.......................................... 3 CHEM 102L....... Chemistry II Lab for Science Majors.......................................... 1 CHEM 220......... Organic Chemistry I............ 3 RNRE 101.......... Natural Resource Conservation.............................................. 3 RNRE 102.......... Issues in Natural Resource Management............................... 1 RNRE 203.......... Principles of Wildlife Management & Conservation...................... 3 RNRE 210.......... Ecology.............................. 3 Total Required Concentration Hours.......... 20 Total Concentration Hours........................... 60
*The specific courses outlined are part of an AS to BS 2 + 2 advising pathway in Natural Resource Ecology and Management/Forestry with the LSU School of Renewable Natural Resources.
Contact the Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at 225.216.8226 for more information.
Certificate of Technical Studies in Graphic Arts The Graphic Arts Certificate prepares students to work in the field of visual communication. Students who earn the certificate will have the foundation courses for study toward an associate or a bachelor degree.
To receive this Certificate of Technical Studies in Graphic Studies student must:
Required Courses: ENGL 101 English Composition I 3 MATH 101/110 College Algebra 3 ARTS 101* Intro Fine Arts. 3 ARTS 111 Basic 2D Design 3 ARTS 120 Beginning Drawing 3 ARTS 200 Digital Art I 3 ARTS 220 Relief Printmaking 3 ARTS 221 Silkscreen Printmaking 3 ARTS 231 Introduction Graphic 3 Design ARTS 232 Intermediate Graphic 3 Design Total Hours 30
General Education Course*
Contact the Division of Liberal Arts at 225.216.8165 for more information.
Pre-Engineering Associate of Science (AS) The Associate of Science in Pre-Engineering Degree Program allows students to transfer to engineering programs offered by a baccalaureate degree-granting institution. The program offers suggested academic advising pathways for nine engineering disciplines including Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Petroleum Engineering. For students who are planning to transfer to a senior institution, this curriculum provides foundation courses that can lead to entry-level employment in the engineering industry.
To receive this degree, the student must:
PROGRAM OF STUDY General Education Requirements English Composition ....................................... 6 ENGL 101 ENGL 102 Mathematics.................................................... 6 Natural Sciences.............................................. 9 Social Science Electives................................... 6 Humanities Electives........................................ 9 Art Elective..................................................... 3 Total General Education Hours........................ 39
Program Requirements Program Requirements..................................... 21-25 Credits depending upon the intended transfer institution as well as the students intended engineering discipline.
Program Requirements by Discipline
Biological Engineering................................. 63 Credit Hours Physical Sciences CHEM101, CHEM 101L, CHEM 102, CHEM 102L Life Science BIOL 120, BIOL 120L Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences ECON 201 & ECON 202 or ECON 203 & Social Science Elective Engineering Elective ENGR 103, ENGR 245, ENGR 295 Approved Electives BIOL 121, BIOL 121L, BIOL 250, CHEM 220, MATH 208, PHYS 110, PHYS 210, PHYS 211
Chemical Engineering................................... 62 Credit Hours Physical Sciences CHEM 101, CHEM 101L, CHEM 102, CHEM 102L Life Science BIOL 120 Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences ECON 201 & ECON 202 or ECON 203 & Social Science Elective Engineering Electives ENGR 245, ENGR 295 Approved Electives PHYS 110, PHYS 210, PHYS 211, CHEM 220, CHEM 220L, CHEM 221, CHEM 221L, Free Elective*
Civil Engineering........................................... 64 Credit Hours Physical Sciences CHEM 101, CHEM 102 Life Science BIOL 101 or BIOL 120 Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences ECON 201 & ECON 202 or ECON 203 & Social Science Elective Engineering Electives ENGR 103, ENGR 245, ENGR 295 Approved Electives PHYS 110, PHYS 210, PHYS 211, Lab Elective (CHEM 101L & CHEM 102L or PHYS 210L), MATH 212, GEOL 101, MATH 208, CSCI 192, STEC 222
Electrical & Computer Engineering............. 60 Credit Hours Physical Sciences PHYS 110, PHYS 210 Life Science BIOL 101 or BIOL 120 Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences Social Science Elective & a Social Science Elective 200+ Engineering Electives ENGR 245, ENGR 295 Approved Electives CHEM 101, PHYS 210L, PHYS 211, PHIL 205, MATH 212, CSCI 192, STEC 222
Environmental Engineering......................... 61 Credit Hours Physical Sciences CHEM 101, CHEM 101L, CHEM 102, CHEM 102L Life Science BIOL 120, BIOL 120L Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences ECON 201 & ECON 202 or ECON 203 & Social Science Elective Engineering Electives ENGR 245 Approved Electives PHYS 110, PHYS 210, PHYS 211, GEOL 101, CHEM 210, MATH 208
Industrial Engineering.................................. 62 Credit Hours Physical Sciences CHEM 101, CHEM 102 Life Sciences BIOL 101 or BIOL 120 Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences ECON 201 & ECON 202 or ECON 203 & Social Science Elective Engineering Electives ENGR 103, ENGR 245, ENGR 295 Approved Electives SPCH 120, PHYS 110, PHYS 210, PHYS 210L, PHYS 211, PHYS 211L
Mechanical Engineering.............................. 63-34 Credit Hours Physical Sciences CHEM 101, CHEM 102 Life Science BIOL 101 or BIOL 120 Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences ECON 201 & ECON 202 or ECON 203 & Social Science Elective Engineering Electives ENGR 245, ENGR 295 Approved Electives PHYS 110, PHYS 210, PHYS 211, Lab Elective (CHEM 101L & CHEM 102L or PHYS 210L), MATH 212, CSCI 192, STEC 222
Petroleum Engineering................................ 60 Credit Hours Physical Sciences CHEM 101, CHEM 101L, CHEM 102, CHEM 102L Life Science BIOL 101 or BIOL 120 Mathematics MATH 210, MATH 211 Social Sciences ECON 201 & ECON 202 or ECON 203 & Social Science Elective Engineering Electives ENGR 103, ENGR 245, ENGR 295 Approved Electives PHYS 110, PHYS 210, PHYS 211, GEOL 101
Contact the Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at 225.216.8226 for more information.
Associate of Science in Business The Associate of Science in Business (AS) provides a course of study and a degree for students who intend to transfer to four-year colleges or universities as Business majors. To receive this degree, the student must: • have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better in all credits to be used towards the degree; • earn a “C” or better in major courses, in ENGL 101 and ENGL 102, in approved business-related electives, and in courses that are prerequisites of other courses; • take at least 12 hours at the 200 level; and • complete the coursework listed below.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
General Education English Composition (ENGL 101 &102).................... 6 Mathematics (MATH 101/110 & 201)...................... 6 Social Science (PSYC 201 or SOCL 200)................ 3 Natural Science (BIOL 101 & 102)........................... 6 Arts (ARTS 101 or MUSC 101)............................... 3 Humanities (HIST 201 or 202).................................. 3 Total General Education Credits......................... 27
Required Major Courses ACCT 203.......... Financial Accounting..................... 3 CSCI 190............Microcomputer Application in Business................................................................. 3 ECON 201..........Macroeconomic Principles............. 3 ECON 202..........Microeconomic Principles.............. 3 SPCH 120...........Techniques of Speech.................... 3 MATH 202......... Basic Statistics I............................ 3 Total Required Major Course Credits................ 18
Elective Courses (choose 6 with approval of your faculty advisor): Business (choose 3 or 4): ACCT 211, BUSN 220, BUSN 240, ECON 205, MATH 203, SPCH 220, English (1 only): ENGL 201 or 211 or 215 or 220 or 221 Additional Science (1 only): CHEM 101 or PHSC 101 or PHYS 201 Social Science: POLI 251 (special permission required)
Total Elective Course Credits.............................. 15
Total Program Credits.......................................... 60
Note: The choice of approved electives must always be discussed with your faculty advisor or the Dean of Business and Social Sciences. Baton Rouge Community College makes sure that students take classes which transfer to their intended four-year college; however, completion of the A.S. in Business does not guarantee acceptance into any other University. Students are encouraged by the Division of Business and Social Sciences to be aware of the admission requirements for their intended four-year college. Contact the Division of Business and Social Sciences at 225.216.8154 for more information.
Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology The Business Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) is specifically designed to meet the employment needs of the business community of the Greater Baton Rouge metropolitan area. This program of study is not intended for college transfer. It provides general education and work skills needed for employment. Besides the required courses, the Business Technology AAS curriculum students can choose two approved business-related electives. Students can design their own program of study to fit their needs and add emphasis in accounting, business, computer information systems, economics, finance, management, marketing, and real estate.
To receive this degree, the student must: • have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better in all credits to be used towards the degree; • earn a “C” or better in major courses, in ENGL 101 and ENGL 102, in CSCI 101 or 190, in approved business-related electives, and in courses that are prerequisites for other courses; • take at least 12 hours at the 200 level; and • complete the coursework listed below.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
General Education Requirements English Composition (ENGL 101).............................. 3 Mathematics.............................................................. 3 Speech...................................................................... 3 Social Science (ECON 201, 202, or 203)................. 3 Natural Science/Physical Science............................... 3 Humanities................................................................. 3 Computer Science (CSCI 190................................... 3 Total General Education Credits......................... 21
Required Major Courses ACCT 203............. Financial Accounting .................. 3 BUSN 110..............Introduction to Business............. 3 BUSN 121..............Business Math............................ 3 BUSN 201............. Principles of Marketing............... 3 BUSN 220 .............Business Law............................. 3 BUSN 240 .............Business Communication............ 3 BUSN 295 ........... Professional Success Skills..... OR BUSN 250............ Business Internship.................... 3 FINA 110 .............. Personal Finance....................... 3 MANG 201 ............Principles of Management.......... 3 Total Required Major Course Credits................ 27
Other Required Courses ENGL 102 English Composition II............................. 3 Total Other Required Course Credits................... 3
Electives (choose three) At least two (2) of the approved electives must be at the 200 level or above. At least one (1) of the approved electives must be from ACCT, BUSN, ECON, FINA, MANG, or REAL. Choose three (3) from the courses listed here: Any Accounting (ACCT) course Any Business (BUSN) course Any Finance (FINA) course Any Management (MANG) course Any Real Estate (REAL) course CIST 130 Introduction to Word Processing CIST 140 Database Management CIST 150 Spreadsheets I CIST 160 Introduction to Desktop Publishing CIST 235 Advanced Word Processing CIST 240 Database Management II CIST 250 Spreadsheets II CIST 260 Advanced Desktop Publishing CIST 270 Multimedia and Web Design CIST 280 SQL for Business ECON 204 Sports and Entertainment Economics ECON 205 Economics of Money and Banking ENGL 201 Workforces Writing and Vocabulary Development MATH 202 Basic Statistics I MATH 203 Basic Statistics II SPCH 220 Communications for Business Professional
Total Elective Course Credits................................ 9
Total Program Credits.......................................... 60
Contact the Division of Business and Social Sciences at 225.216.8154 for more information.
Computer Science Associate of Science The Associate of Science in Computer Science (AS) degree is an industry-linked program that prepares students for careers as technicians and specialists in the computer science industry. Students gain knowledge, professional skills, and specialized training, including internships that position them for entry into the workforce. This program of study is designed for transfer to four-year institutions. Students planning to transfer to another institution of higher learning should discuss their plans with a BRCC advisor and with an advisor at the receiving institution to ensure maximum transferability of credits. Students may choose the computer science technology course sequences that best meet their current or future employment goals.
To receive this degree, the student must: • have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better in all credits to be used towards the degree; • earn a “C” or better in CSCI courses, in ENGL 101 and 102, in MATH 210 and 211, and in courses that are prerequisites for other courses; • take at least 12 hours at the 200 level; • complete the course work listed below.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
General Education English Composition (ENGL 101 and 102)................ 6 Mathematics (MATH 210 and MATH 211)............ 10 Students must understand that all prerequisites for these coursed must be met. Social Science Elective.............................................. 3 Natural Sciences...................................................... 11 (2 courses in a biological or physical science area sequence +1 in the other are).. Humanities ................................................................ 9 (1 course must in Literature. Some colleges may specify guidelines for the additional 2 courses). Arts Elective.............................................................. 3 Total General Education Credits......................... 42
Required Major Courses CSCI 192............. Introduction to Computers: Programming Logic and Design.................................. 3 CSCI 193.Software Design and Programming I........................................................... 3 CSCI 194 Software Design and Programming II.......................................................... 3 Additional CSCI courses with approval of advisor (CSCI 200, CSCI 210, or CSCI 290)...... 9 Total Required Major Credits............................. 18
Total Program Credits.......................................... 60
Contact the Division of Technology at 225.216.8226 for more information.
Transportation Security Administration Technical Competency Area The TCA in Transportation Security provides the training and skills for effective public security. Homeland security, terrorism, protecting critical infrastructure, intelligence analysis, border security, and emergency and disaster preparedness concepts are covered. Students completing the nine hours will receive a certificate of completion.
To receive this TCA in Transportation Security Administration student must:
Required Course: TSAA 101 Intro to Homeland 3 Security TSAA 105 Transportation and 3 Border Security TSAA 110 Intelligence Analysis 3 And Security Technology
Total Hours 9
Contact the Division of Business and Social Sciences at 225.216.8154 for more information.
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