Course Descriptions

An interdisciplinary examination of our culture's attitudes, beliefs and rituals as they relate to death and dying. Coping techniques, the process of bereavement for individuals and communities, ethical, spiritual and moral issues related to death will be examined. Cross cultural variation will also be considered.

• Sociology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SOC 210 is a general introduction to the sociology of race and ethnicity. The course explores how race and ethnicity are socially constructed, historically and in the contemporary U.S. Particular emphasis is placed on inequality in major social institutions, including education, the economy and the criminal justice system. Contemporary issues and policies considered include immigration, social movements, and media representations. Prerequisite: Take ENG-101 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Sociology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

A sociological examination of marriage and the family as a social institution, considering its structure and social functions. Emphasis will be placed on the impact of social class and gender on family life. Cross cultural variation, social policy issues and theory and research will also be examined. Prerequisite: Take SOC-100 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Sociology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SOC 230 examines the social forces that shape our lives by gender, beginning by distinguishing between the concepts of gender and sex. The course emphasizes awareness of the many forms of gender diversity, and explores the intersections of gender with race, class, and sexuality. The course will cover areas such as "gender and the body" (including beauty, sexuality, and interpersonal violence),"gender and social institutions" (including family, economy, politics, education, and religion), and "gender and social change" (including feminist, anti-feminist, LGBTQ, and other gender-related movements). Prerequisite: Take ENG-101 with a Minimum Grade of C-.

• Sociology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

• Sociology
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SPN 101 is a beginning language course designed for students with no previous experience in Spanish, or whose experience does not make placement in a higher level Spanish course advisable. The course is designed to provide students with the fundamentals of Spanish pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, as well as an introduction to Hispanic culture. The course will stress the development of communication skills, especially listening and speaking, but will also promote reading and writing skills. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit.

• Spanish
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SPN 102 is a continuation of the introductory level language course (SPN 101), with increased emphasis on vocabulary enrichment and the development of speaking ability as well as strengthening listening and reading comprehension skills. Students at this level will also continue to develop insights into Hispanic culture and to draw comparisons with their own culture. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit.

• Spanish
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SPN 201 expands on the vocabulary and grammatical structures introduced in the first two semesters of study. Emphasis is on the continued development of Spanish language skills through the study and discussion of authentic readings in Hispanic literature and culture. Students will learn strategies to improve reading comprehension and fundamental composition writing skills. Students at this level will also continue to develop deeper insights into Hispanic culture and to draw comparisons with their own culture. This course carries SUNY General Education World (Foreign) Language credit. Prerequisite: Take SPN-102 or equivalent skill level based on Language Placement Guide.

• Spanish
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SPN 202 is a continuation of the intermediate level course (SPN 201). Emphasis is on enhancing communication skills in Spanish, both spoken and written. Students will refine critical reading and writing skills through further exploration of Hispanic literature and culture. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit. Prerequisite: Take SPN-201 or equivalent skill level based on Language Placement Guide.

• Spanish
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SPN 203 further develops Spanish speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills at the advanced intermediate level. The course includes an introduction to representative literary works of the Spanish-speaking world and a review of key and complex grammatical structures to support increased focus on reading and composition. Increasing awareness of cultural themes will be reinforced by a variety of activities designed to enhance and stimulate speaking skills. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit. Prerequisite: Take SPN-202 or equivalent skill level based on Language Placement Guide.

• Spanish
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

SPN 204 further develops Spanish speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills at the advanced intermediate level. The course includes continuing study of representative literary works of the Spanish-speaking world and a review of key and complex grammatical structures to support increased focus on reading and composition. Deepening awareness of cultural themes will be reinforced by a variety of activities designed to enhance and stimulate speaking skills. This course carries SUNY General Education World Language credit. Prerequisite: Take SPN-203 or equivalent skill level based on Language Placement Guide.

• Spanish
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

An examination of contemporary aspects of child care programs and an introduction to child care in in-home, center based and institutional settings. Child care theory, practice and social policy issues will be addressed. Prerequisite: Take HUS-102 and PSY-100 with a Minimum Grade of C-. Co-requisite: PSY-225.

• Social Science
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

An examination of human sexuality from biological, psychological, sociological, historical and anthropological perspectives. Research, theoretical perspectives and contemporary issues will be examined.

• Social Science
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

An interdisciplinary examination of biological, sociological, psychological, anthropological, economic, political, demographic and medical perspectives as they bear upon the aging process and aged populations.

• Social Science
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

An opportunity for students to learn experientially by engaging in a community service activity. Students will learn directly about the dynamics and functions of community organizations. Students will be involved in 45 hours of supervised community service.

• Social Science
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to offer students an opportunity to focus in-depth on a particular thematic area in the social sciences. The topic and content will vary from year to year. Specimen topics might include Justice in America, History of the Supreme Court, The Vietnam Era 1954-75, Tourism Anthropology, Women and Society or Sports in Society. This course is open to all students and community members interested in a particular seminar topic.

• Social Science
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

The purpose of this First Year Experience course is to introduce students to the emerging technologies careers as observed at site visits of area high technology businesses, and made tangible in class through hands on-experiences with tools (LabVIEW) and techniques used in the curriculum. Students practice industry recommended soft-skills such as communication and team work. The seminar helps students see how other courses, such as mathematics and physics, play a critical role in the AAS Instrumentation and Control Technologies degree program. Students learn to articulate the relevance of the curriculum for local and regional economic development based on high technologies. Prerequisite: Take MAT-097;

• Smart Systems Technologies
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This is a computational course focused on developing and implementing algorithms for monitoring and control of engineering systems using LabVIEW, MATLAB, C and Python software. Topics covered include: problem solving, data acquisition, instrumentation and control, computer programming concepts, and spreadsheet concepts.

• Smart Systems Technologies
• 2 Credit(s)
• (1-2) Contact Hour(s)

The 4th industrial revolution of cyberphysical systems, also known as Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT), is emerging from the 3rd industrial revolution spanning past 50 years which combined use of computers with robots. Students are introduced to characteristics of cyberphysical smart systems; and the role automation technologists play in prototyping, installation and maintenance of diverse systems in industrial ecosystems. Emerging smart systems technologies such as additive manufacturing, nanotechnology, MEMS, photonics, smart manufacturing, industrial cybersecurity, bigdata, artificial intelligence, and augmented virtual reality will be introduced. Student learn how the automation of data acquisition, analysis and control is essential for R&D as well as in digital transformation of industrial environments. The main topics covered are sources of signals, selection of appropriate transducers, and signal conditioning needed before signal is converted to digital format for cyberphysical data acquisition as required inputs for smart system technologies. Prerequisite: Take TECH-122, TECH-123 and SST-174 with a Minimum grade of C-.,Take MAT-152 or Placement into Math Level 4.

• Smart Systems Technologies
• 3 Credit(s)
• (2-2) Contact Hour(s)

In the first level of Cyberphysical Automation Control, students are introduced to control tools and techniques used in automation using microcontrollers, programmable logic controllers, and programmable automation controllers. Students will apply concepts and techniques to a team-based case study project to solve problems encountered in high technology businesses. The course prepares students for Automation Control II. Prerequisite: Take PHY-118, TECH-122, TECH-123 and SST-174 with a Minimum grade of C-;,Take MAT-152 or Placement into Math Level 4.

• Smart Systems Technologies
• 4 Credit(s)
• (3-2) Contact Hour(s)