Course Descriptions

MTH 4410 - INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA (3 hrs)
Simplifying algebraic expressions. Solving equations and word problems involving linear and quadratic polynomials, rational expressions, rational exponents, and radicals. Graphing linear and quadratic functions. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in EBM 4405 Elementary Algebra or satisfactory course placement assessment scores This course does not count toward an AS, AA, AAS, or AGS degree to fulfill a math requirement.

MTH 4412 - MATH TOPICS (1 hr)
An introduction to mathematical concepts and when and how to use this concept in future classes or professions.

MTH 4420 - COLLEGE ALGEBRA (3 hrs)
This course is an introduction of algebraic functions and some transcendental functions with application in business and life, natural, and social sciences. Topics include solving equations, zeros, rational functions, matrices, exponentials and logarithms and systems. Additional topics are included as time permits. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of “C” in MTH 4410, or satisfactory course placement assessment or 21 ACT Math score

MTH 4423 - ELEMENTARY STATISTICS (3 hrs)
An introduction to frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, sampling distribution, t-test and chi-square test, hypothesis testing, and correlation coefficients. This course requires that the student furnish his or her own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in MTH 4420

MTH 4424 - ELEMENTARY STATISTICS LAB USING EXCEL (1 hr)
Using Excel to construct frequency tables and histograms, compute, and explore Measures of Tendency, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, and hypotheses testing. This course requires that the student have Microsoft Excel 97 or newer. Prerequisite: MTH 4423 or take concurrently

MTH 4425 - TRIGONOMETRY (3 hrs)
Trigonometric functions using the unit circle and right angle trigonometry, graphing applications, analytic trigonometry, vectors, trigonometric complex number applications, parametric and polar equations. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in MTH 4420 or 23 ACT Math score or satisfactory course placement assessment scores

MTH 4432 - CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS (3 hrs)
An introduction to differentiation and integration with applications to analytic geometry, business, and economics. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series graphing calculator. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in MTH 4420 or 23 ACT Math score or satisfactory course placement assessment scores

MTH 4435 - CALCULUS I (5 hrs)
Differentiation and integration of the algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions. Applications to physical, social, life and business sciences. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in MTH 4425 or “C” in MTH 4420 and MTH 4432 or 25 ACT Math score or satisfactory course placement assessment scores

MTH 4440 - CALCULUS II (5 hrs)
An extension of MTH4435 with topics to include: advanced integration techniques, sequences and series, length, area and volume. Application will include business and life, natural and social sciences. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in MTH 4435

MTH 4455 - CALCULUS III (5 hrs)
Two- and three-space vectors, indeterminate forms and improper/integrals, multivariable calculus, analytic geometry. Some theorem proofs. Applications mostly in the physical sciences. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in MTH 4440

MTH 4465 - DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (3 hrs)
Techniques for solving ordinary first and second order differential equations. Laplace transforms. Eigenvalues. Approximation techniques. This course requires that the students furnish their own TI-83 or TI-84 series-graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in MTH 4455 Back to Index

EBM 4401 - PRE-ALGEBRA MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)
Arithmetic with fractions, decimals, and percents. Introduction to the metric system. Applications to measurement and consumer math. This course does not count toward an AS, AA, AAS, or AGS degree.

EBM 4405 - ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA (3 hrs)
Introduction to variables, properties of real numbers, polynomials, solving linear and quadratic equations, and graphing linear equations. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in EBM 4401 or satisfactory course placement assessment scores this course does not count toward an AS, AA, AAS, or AGS degree Back to Index

MEC 3480 – COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING (3 hrs)
The student will set up a batch processing line controlled by computers. This course incorporates programming, interfacing, and troubleshooting of automated systems. The student will also design and produce a product using rapid prototyping.

MEC 3481 –DIGITAL ELECTRONICS (3 hrs)
The student will analyze, construct, test, and interface fundamental digital circuits including logic gates, combinational logic circuits, flip-flops, counters, encoders and decoders, shift registers, arithmetic circuits, digital to analog conversions, and analog to digital conversions. The student will also demonstrate knowledge of numbering systems and integrated circuit specifications.

MEC 3482 – ELECTROMECHANICAL DEVICES (3 hrs)
The student will demonstrate maintenance and troubleshooting procedures on various types of electrical motors and electromechanical systems.

MEC 3483 – FLUID POWER (3 hrs)
This course is an introduction to pressurized hydraulic components in power delivery and positioning systems. Students will use hydraulic pumps and motors and make hydraulic connections, measurements, and calculations to determine appropriate system components.

MEC 3484 –INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICITY (3 hrs)
The student will learn and apply the fundamentals of industrial electricity such as motor phasing, conductor sizing, single & three-phase power, conduit bending, and the use of ladder diagrams and test equipment to meet acceptable codes and industry standards.

MEC 3485 – INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS (3 hrs)
The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic industrial electronic principles and devices by solving problems and constructing lab experiments in subjects such as resistive circuits, Ohm’s law and power, series and parallel circuits, DC and AC circuits, solid state circuits and devices, and operational amplifiers. Electronics test equipment will be used in the laboratory experiments to explore different electronic circuits and devices.

MEC 3486 – INDUSTRIAL SAFETY & LEAN MANUFACTURING (3 hrs)
The student will learn to recognize an industrial environment that could be injurious to personnel, systems, and processes. Areas to be included are industrial accidents, accident investigations, safety inspection, hazardous materials, preventive measures, and associated costs. The student will also demonstrate familiarity with federal, state, and local health and safety regulations by discussing impact on industry.

MEC 3487 – INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL (3 hrs)
The student will learn terminology and demonstrate system operations by proper measurement and control techniques of flow, pressure, and temperature and level control within the system.

MEC 3488 – MANUFACTURING PROCESSES & SYSTEMS (3 hrs)
The students will obtain knowledge of structures, characteristics, production, and fields, of application of metallic, organic, and inorganic non-metallic materials. Economic efficiency and environmental compatibility in manufacturing setting will be stressed.

MEC 3489 – MECHANICAL SYSTEMS (3 hrs)
The student will demonstrate the ability to install, adjust, align, and troubleshoot mechanical systems that include belts, bearings, roller chain drives, gear drives, couplings, clutches and brakes, and conveyors.

MEC 3490 –MICROPROCESSOR INSTRUMENTATION (3 hrs)
The student will demonstrate knowledge of microprocessor based microcontroller applications including input/output interfacing techniques, digital to analog conversions, analog to digital conversions, and basic sensor signal conditioning as used in industry.

MEC 3491 –PNEUMATICS (3 hrs)
Students will learn the principals of power delivery and positioning systems in pneumatics, as well as limitations and application of control valves, actuators, solenoids, and pneumatic motors as they apply in an industrial setting.

MEC 3492 – PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS (3 hrs)
The student will program a PLC interfacing it with three or more components in a system. Students will troubleshoot an automated system locating faults in programming and programming errors.

MEC 3493 – QUALITY CONTROL & COST MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
Students will learn effective quality control issues including reliability of systems, quality assurance, and management in operation systems, and documentation. Students will also be introduced to cost management concepts.

MEC 3494 – ROBOTICS (3 hrs)
The student will develop programs to control servo and non-servo robots as well as continuous path servo robots, to interface robots into an automated system, and to maintain the operation of multi-task robotic systems within operating parameters. Back to Index

MINORITY STUDIES

MIN 6440 - WOMEN AND HEALTH ISSUES (H) (3hrs)
A course designed to give women an overview of women’s issues regarding health-related topics, germane to political, cultural, sexual, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual arenas, as they relate to women.

MIN 6442 - CULTURAL MINORITIES IN THE AMERICA (H) (3 hrs)
This course will investigate the contributions of American cultural minorities throughout the nation’s history. It will examine the humanistic perspective of cultures as dominated groups. Tensions, biases, and prejudices also will be examined between dominant and minority groups. Back to Index

MUSIC

PROFICIENCY EXAMINATIONS
Those students interested in pursuing a degree in music from a four-year institution must declare a chief performing medium and demonstrate their performance ability with that instrument or voice. After their initial registration, students have their proficiency judged by their major instructor. Thereafter, they may perform for a faculty jury each semester to determine their proficiency level and progress.

APPLIED MUSIC
Instruction is given in applied media to develop musicianship, performance skills, and reading knowledge of music literature. The individual applied areas set specific requirements for each level.
For one semester of credit music majors studying applied instrument or voice must enroll in Applied Music Seminar, which will meet for one hour once a week. This will allow the student to perform and demonstrate the skills and techniques that they are working on in their individual lessons.
Applied lessons are available for all instrumental and voice classifications.

MUS 2611 - MUSIC APPRECIATION (H) (3 hrs)
Music is an essential part of our social and cultural fabric. Music appreciation is designed to broaden the understanding of the various aspects of music and its relationship to history and the world around us. No musical background is necessary.

MUS 2620 - MUSIC THEORY I (3 hrs)
A course designed to study key signatures, scales, intervals, triads and their inversions, rhythm, and cadences. This includes two- and four-part writing, harmonization of melodies, realization of figured bass, and the use of primary and secondary chords. Music Theory I is a requirement of all music majors and taken concurrently with MUS 2625. Offered fall semester only.

MUS 2621 - MUSIC THEORY II (3 hrs)
This course includes a study of the principles of voice leading; three- and four-voice writing of triads in root position and first and second inversions. Harmonic progression, musical form, cadences, phrases, periods, and non-chord tones are studied in depth. Music Theory II is a requirement of all music majors and should be taken concurrently with MUS 2626. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: MUS 2620

MUS 2625 – AURAL SKILLS I (2 hrs)
A course designed to develop aural skills through melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation and singing melodic material at sight. This course is required of music majors and taken concurrently with MUS 2620 offered fall semester only.

MUS 2626 – AURAL SKILLS II (2 hrs)
A course designed to develop aural skills through melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation and singing melodic material at sight. This course is required of music majors and taken concurrently with MUS 2621 offered spring semester only.

MUS 2640 - CLASS PIANO I (2 hrs)
Designed as the study of elemental techniques in pianoforte performance to attain proficiency and understanding for personal musical development. No previous study is required. Offered for Music majors only.

MUS 2641 - CLASS PIANO II (2 hrs)
Continuing development of study begun in MUS 2640. Offered for Music majors only.

MUS 2642-2645 - COWLEY CO SINGERS I-IV (1 hr)
The CC Singers are a highly visible and very entertaining performance ensemble. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester and students must be a member of the Concert Choir. This group incorporates dance movement into its show and performs many times throughout the year.

MUS 2650 - MUSIC THEORY III (3 hrs)
This course includes a study of modulation to closely related keys, binary and ternary forms, altered and borrowed chords, leading tone chords, and diminished seventh chords. Analysis of representative classical compositions will be included. Music Theory III is required of all music majors and taken concurrently with MUS 2652. This course is offered fall semester only. Prerequisite: MUS 2621

MUS 2651 - MUSIC THEORY IV (3 hrs)
This course includes a study of altered chords, borrowed chords, modulation to unrelated keys, and a study of 20th century compositional techniques. Analysis of representative classical and contemporary compositions will be included. Music Theory IV is required of all music majors and taken concurrently with MUS 2653. This course is offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: MUS 2650

MUS 2652 – AURAL SKILLS III (2 hrs)
A course designed to develop aural skills through melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation and singing melodic material at sight. This course is required of music majors and taken concurrently with MUS 2650 Music Theory III. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisites: MUS 2625 and MUS 2626

MUS 2653 – AURAL SKILLS IV (2 hrs)
A course designed to develop aural skills through melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation and singing melodic material at sight. This course is required of music majors and taken concurrently with MUS 2651 Music Theory IV. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisites: MUS 2625, MUS 2626, and MUS 2652

MUS 2656-2659 - CONCERT CHOIR I-IV (1 hr)
The Concert Choir is an outstanding performance organization for students interested in vocal music. A wide range of vocal literature is learned and concerts are held on campus each semester. Students must audition with the director before enrolling.

MUS 2660-2663 - APPLIED VOICE LESSONS I-IV (1 hr)
A course for individual instruction to improve singing and performing ability. May be repeated for credit. Requires instructor's approval.

MUS 2664-2667 - PEP BAND I-IV (1 hr)
The Pep Band is a high-energy ensemble with instrumentation based upon the traditional stage band model. The ensemble performs well-known rock, funk, and pop charts at all men's and women's basketball games in order to provide an atmosphere of school spirit, fun, and support for the teams.

MUS 2668-2671 - CONCERT BAND I-IV (1 hr)
The Concert Band is an outstanding performing organization for students interested in instrumental music. The course is designed to acquaint students to a wide variety of music. The band presents several public performances. Enrollment is open to all students who play a wind or percussion instrument. May be repeated four times for credit.

MUS 2672-2675 - JAZZ BAND I-IV (1 hr)
The Jazz Band is a performing organization for students interested in jazz. Techniques of improvisation are included in the performance of a wide variety of jazz literature. May be repeated four times for credit. Director approval required.

MUS 2682-2685 - APPLIED INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS I (1 hr)
Private instrumental lessons with an instructor at the college. Requires instructor's approval.

MUS 2686-2689 - APPLIED INSTRUMENTAL LESSONS II (2 hrs)
Private instrumental lessons with an instructor at the college. Requires instructor's approval.

MUS 2692-2695 - JAZZ IMPROVISATION I-IV (1 hr)
Improvising in the jazz tradition requires a thorough understanding of theoretical concepts and a dedication to skill development. Jazz Improvisation is designed to equip the learner with the knowledge and skills necessary for improvisation in a variety of jazz styles, to expose the learner to a variety of standard songs and jazz classics, and to assist the learner in developing confidence in public performance.

MUS 2696-2699 – CC SINGERS/DANCE I-IV (1 hr)
This class is only for the members of the Cowley College Singers, which are selected through an audition. Students will work on dance movement that has been specifically choreographed for the performances and concerts of the Cowley College Singers throughout the year.

MUS 2700-2703 APPLIED LESSON SEMINAR I-IV (1 hr)
This class is mandatory for all music majors that are enrolled in Applied Lessons. This class will allow the student who is studying voice or an instrument privately to perform and demonstrate the skills and techniques that they are working on in their individual lessons. Back to Index

NAS 4913 – SUPERVISED LABORATORY EXPERIENCE (1 hr)
Provides the student an opportunity to learn the operations of a laboratory facility through job experience or by assisting an instructor in a student laboratory situation. Work experiences to be developed by the student with individual instructors on a contractual basis. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval required. This course may not be acceptable for transfer to some institutions of higher education. A maximum of two semester hours in this course may be presented for graduation.

NAS 4914 - SUPERVISED LABORATORY EXPERIENCE (2 hrs)
Provides the student an opportunity to learn the operations of a laboratory facility through job experiences to be developed by the student with individual instructors on a contractual basis. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval required. This course may not be acceptable for transfer to some institutions of higher education. A maximum of two semester hours in this course may be presented for graduation.  Back to Index

NDT 3451 – INTRODUCTION TO NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING (3 hrs)
This course is designed to acquaint students with the six major nondestructive evaluation disciplines: Radiographic’s, Ultrasonic’s, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, and Visual Inspection and to provide students with an overview of less-common NDT methods.

NDT 3452 – VISUAL INSPECTION (3 hrs)
This course will introduce the student to the forms of discontinuities formed in the manufacturing and service life of a part. Provide students with an understanding of how and why a specific NDT method is chosen. To acquaint students with visual and dimensional inspection techniques and their proper use. This course is designed to meet certain NDT Level II certification requirements.

NDT 3453 – CODES AND PRACTICES (3 hrs)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with federal and state codes and procedures associated with six disciplines involved with nondestructive evaluation: Radiography, Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant terminology changes, and Visual Inspection typically used in the manufacturing industry.

NDT 3455 – MAGNETIC PARTICLE AND LIQUID PENETRANT TESTING (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student a complete introduction through hands-on experience in the magnetic particle method and the liquid penetrant method within the field of nondestructive testing. This course and NDT3451 are designed to meet certain NDT Level II requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410. Prerequisite: NDT 3451

NDT 3456 – RADIATION SAFETY (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student complete instruction in the safe use of Gamma and X-Radiography. The course meets requirements set forth by the NRC and the state of Kansas. Prerequisite: NDT 3451

NDT 3461 – ULTRASONIC TESTING I (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student a complete introduction through hands-on experience in the ultrasonic method within the field of nondestructive testing. This course is designed to meet certain NDT Level I requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410. Prerequisites: MTH 4420 College Algebra.

NDT 3462 – ULTRASONIC TESTING II (3 hrs)
This course is a continuation of Introduction to Ultrasonic Testing with emphasis on advanced theory and practical skills required in the application of ultrasonic evaluation methods. This course is designed to meet certain NDT Level II requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410. Prerequisites: MTH 4420 College Algebra

NDT 3463 – ULTRASONIC TESTING III (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student advanced hands-on experience, with practical application in the ultrasonic method. The course is designed to meet certain nondestructive testing requirements to prepare the student for a position in the field of ultrasonic. Perquisites: MTH 4420 College Algebra, NDT 3461, and NDT 3462

NDT 3464 – RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING I (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student a complete introduction through hands-on experience in the radiographic method within the field of nondestructive testing. This course is designed to meet certain NDT Level I requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410.

NDT 3465 – RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING II (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give a detailed study of the processes of radiography. It provides the in-depth study and hands-on experience needed to prepare the student for a position in the field of radiography. This course is designed to meet certain NDT Level II requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410. Prerequisites: MTH 4420 College Algebra and NDT 3464

NDT 3466 – RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING III (3 hrs)
This course is designed to provide an in-depth study of the processes of radiography. It provides hands-on experience to prepare the student for a position in the field of radiography. Prerequisites: MTH 4420 College Algebra, NDT 3464, and NDT 3465

NDT 3467 – EDDY CURRENT TESTING I (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student a complete introduction through hands-on experience in the eddy current method within the field of nondestructive testing. This course is designed to meet certain NDT Level I requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410. Prerequisite: MTH 4420 College Algebra

NDT 3468 – EDDY CURRENT TESTING II (3 hrs)
This course is a continuation of Introduction to Eddy Current Testing with emphasis on advanced theory and practical skills required in the application of Eddy Current evaluation methods. This course is designed to meet certain NDT Level II requirements in accordance with A.S.N.T. SNT-TC-1A and NAS-410.

NDT 3469 – ADVANCED NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING METHODS (3 hrs)
This course is designed to develop skills in methods that are becoming widely accepted and replacing some of the NDT inspection methods in use today. This course will focus on knowledge and application skills in thermal inspection and acoustic emission. Back to Index

NUMERICAL CONTROL PROGRAMMING

MTT 3551—MASTERCAM TOOLPATHS (3 hrs)
This is an advanced course designed to build on the knowledge of 2D and 3D geometry and learn to manipulate these drawings to achieve a desired toolpath/Numerical Control program.

MTT 3552—SOLIDS (3 hrs)
This is an advanced design class used to take the students from the wireframe construction to a solid model. The student will learn to take wireframe drawings and turn them into a solid model, and to create toolpaths from solid models.

MTT 3553—3D WIREFRAME DRAWING AND SURFACES (3 hrs)
This is an advanced course designed to give the student an understanding on surface creation. It will build on information from the beginning classes. The student will need to have completed both MTT 3544 and MTT 3547.

MTT 3554—SURFACE TOOLPATHS (3 hrs)
This is an advanced course designed to give the student an understanding on surface machining. It will build on information from the beginning classes and on wireframe/surface creation. The student will need to have completed MTT 3544, MTT 3547, and wireframe/surf ace creation.

MTT 3556—MULTI-AXIS MILLING (3 hrs)
This is an advanced course designed to give the student an understanding of multi axis machining. This class deals with complex machining methods and will require knowledge from all previous Machine Programming course.

MTT 3557—INTRODUCTION TO AUTOCAD (3 hrs)
This is an introductory course designed to give the student an understanding on how AutoCAD is used to create simple 2d drawings, different types of lines, and the dimensioning of industrial drawings.

MTT 3558—INTRODUCTION TO SOLID WORKS (3 hrs)
This is an introductory course designed to give the student an understanding on how Solid Works is used to create simple 2d drawings, different types of lines, and the dimensioning of industrial drawings. Back to Index