Course Descriptions

ENV 220 - Introduction to Ecological Principles

1. Describe the methods and tools of the science of ecology, its historic roots and its application to environmental issues.
2. Explain the evolutionary process in terms of its mechanisms and the resulting adaptations to various biotic and abiotic factors in an environment.
3. Describe a natural population in terms of survivorship density, distribution and differentiate various factors pertinent to growth and regulation of numbers in a population.
4. Distinguish between various symbiotic interactions occurring in nature and be able to predict both long and short term consequences for organisms.
5. Define and describe a natural community and ecosystems, and recognize signs of human disturbance.
6. Demonstrate familiarity with the major terrestrial, freshwater and marine biomes in terms of the both physical and biological factors.
7. Prepare a research paper on a topic of current ecological interest.
8. Present an oral summary of research finds which support the paper’s topic.

ENV 260 - Environmental Measurement and Analysis

1. Analyze the most relevant terms, principles and methods in environmental sampling
2. Examine the main sources and types of environmental pollutants and assess the proper analytical techniques
3. Examine protocols and techniques of field sampling
4. Explore USEPA techniques, or similar methods, required to quantify environmental monitoring
5. Document procedures and data as it pertains to environmental sampling and analysis

ENV 299 - Special Topics in Environmental Science

1. Develop a research topic using literature and other available resources.
2. Formulate a project proposal.
3. Devise an experimental method to acquire data for the research topic.
4. Generate data that examines the topic.
5. Analyze the data.
6. Compose a report in scientific style on the research findings.

ENV 345 - Environmental Regulations, History, Law, and Methods

1. Evaluate the role of law and policy in conservation and management of natural resources and prevention of pollution.
2. Demonstrate workplace prevention, risk management, and incident investigations.
3. Practice the laws, policies, and institutions in the field of environmental management.
4. Demonstrate safe record keeping and environmental management, and the role of the manager.
5. Illustrate the importance between agency control and oversight.
6. Employ policies, procedures, and equipment needed to deal with hazardous materials.

ENV 360 - Environmental Assessment Methods

1. Examine the range of environmental and sustainability assessment frameworks available.
2. Show how natural science, social science, and engineering can collectively shape policy and outcomes.
3. Compare opportunities for cross discipline teams to address a complex sustainability problem or issue.
4. Compare skills in analyzing, problem-solving, and anticipating goals and objectives of a particular client.

ENV 492 - Undergraduate Research

1. Compose a question relating to an environmental topic/issue.
2. Employ the following steps: survey available literature, devise a method to answer the question, collect data, and analyze data.
3. Summarize scientific finding, methods, relevant literature, and results in formal scientific style.

FMM 101B - Introduction to Workplace Safety

1. Identify most recognized hazards in the Manufacturing/Facilities Maintenance field.
2. Describe the importance of OSHA regulations.
3. Demonstrate the ability to use OSHA manuals.
4. Explain the content of a Safety Data Sheet.
5. Receive a Department of Labor OSHA 10-hour card in both Construction and General Industry.

FMM 103B - First Aid/CPR

1. Certify in First Aid and CPR.

FMM 105B - Six Sigma Yellow Belt

1. Recognize terms, definitions, facts, methods, and principles of Six Sigma.
2. Understand and explain descriptions, communications, reports, tables, and diagrams associated with Six Sigma.
3. Explain when and how to use ideas, procedures, methods, formulas, and principles.
4. Analyze and break down information into its constituent parts and recognize their relationship to one another.
5. Identify sublevel factors or salient data from a complex scenario.

FMM 107B - Six Sigma Green Belt

1. Evaluate the seven elements of waste.
2. Describe the theories of D.M.A.I.C.
3. Apply the fundamentals of workplace communication.
4. Explain the roles and responsibilities involved in interpersonal workplace relationships.
5. Demonstrate an understanding employability skills as they are applied to LEAN concepts .

FMM 111B - N.C.C.E.R. Core

1. Explain basic workplace safety requirements.
2. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Algebraic, Geometric, and Trigonometric math skills as applied to the specific industry.
3. Demonstrate familiarity with hand and power tools.
4. Recognize basic blueprint drawings and related symbols.
5. Describe the importance of communication and employability skills.

FMM 113B - N.C.C.E.R. Electrical

1. Explain basic electrical safety requirements.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of electrical equipment and devices.
3. Recognize common electrical materials.
4. Describe requirements of the National Electrical Code.

FMM 115B - Industrial Controls

1. Identify basic control circuits.
2. Recognize various types of motor drives.
3. Explain the purpose and use of control sensors.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of troubleshooting techniques.

FMM 117B - Control of Industrial Motors

1. Recognize basic motor control theories.
2. Describe motor control circuits.
3. Demonstrate basic circuit connections.
4. Analyze motor control components.
5. Design a multi-step motor control circuit.
6. Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques.

FMM 121B - Fundamentals of Pneumatics

1. Recognize basic pneumatic components, circuits, and laws.
2. Describe electrical control of pneumatic systems.
3. Demonstrate PLC-controlled pneumatic applications.
4. Analyze servo control of pneumatic systems.
5. Explain pneumatic sensor controls.
6. Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques.

FMM 123B - Hydraulic Systems

1. Recognize basic hydraulic components, circuits, and laws.
2. Describe electrical control of hydraulic systems.
3. Demonstrate PLC-controlled hydraulic applications.
4. Analyze servo-control of hydraulic systems.
5. Explain hydraulic sensor controls.
6. Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques.

FMM 131B - Manufacturing Systems I

1. Recognize basic manufacturing theories.
2. Describe the Human-Machine interface.
3. Demonstrate Machine Vision systems.
4. Analyze Servo Control systems.
5. Design an FMS Production line.
6. Evaluate an Automatic Storage and Retrieval system.

FMM 133B - Manufacturing Systems II

1. Recognize advanced manufacturing theories.

FMM 141B - Mechanical Systems I

1. Describe basic mechanical drive systems.
2. Compare belts, chains, and gear drives.
3. Demonstrate the use of couplings and shaft alignment.
4. Analyze bearings and linear bearings.
5. Analyze gaskets, seals, ball screws, clutches, and brakes.
6. Evaluate laser alignment, lubrication, and vibration analysis.

FMM 143B - Mechanical Systems II

1. Describe advanced mechanical drive systems.
2. Design a belt, chain, and gear drive system.
3. Design a drive system using couplings and shafts.
4. Analyze bearings and linear bearings.
5. Demonstrate laser alignment, lubrication, and vibration analysis.

FMM 145B - Robotics in the Manufacturing Industry

1. Describe Servo Robot System components.
2. Demonstrate robotic movement using articular and/or Cartesian coordinates.
3. Design point-to-point and task programs.
4. Analyze industrial robotic integration to standard production line systems.
5. Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques.

FMM 151B - N.C.C.E.R. HVAC

1. Explain basic HVAC safety requirements.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of HVAC equipment, tools, and devices.
3. Recognize common HVAC materials.
4. Describe the function of air distribution systems.

FMM 153B - HVAC Energy Management

1. Describe the various components of an HVAC Energy Management system.
2. Demonstrate the operation of an energy management system.
3. Develop a PLC-based energy management control program.
4. Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques.

FMM 161B - N.C.C.E.R. Plumbing

1. Explain basic plumbing safety requirements.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of plumbing equipment, tools, and devices.
3. Recognize common plumbing materials.
4. Describe the function of water distribution systems.

FMM 171B - Internship

1. Demonstrate safe work practices.
2. Apply lean practices in the work environment.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of troubleshooting techniques.
4. Demonstrate proper interpersonal skills in a workplace setting.

FIL 101B - Basics of Filipino I

1. Recite the Filipino alphabet.
2. Identify sounds, rhythms and basic word order.
3. Recite and understand dialogues in colloquial Filipino.
4. Transcribe simple phrases as they hear them live and/or recorded.
5. Demonstrate mastery of basic Filipino vocabulary
6. Describe aspects of Filipino culture.

FIL 102B - Basics of Filipino II

1. Identify sounds, rhythms and basic word order.
2. Recite and create simple conversations in colloquial Filipino.
3. Transcribe simple phrases as they hear them live and/or recorded.
4. Demonstrate mastery of basic Filipino vocabulary
5. Describe aspects of Filipino culture.

FIL 111 - First Year Filipino I

1. Recite the Filipino alphabet and identify sounds, rhythms and basic word order.
2. Demonstrate mastery of basic Filipino vocabulary and grammar.
3. Conjugate Filipino verbs.
4. Recite simple dialogs in colloquial Filipino.
5. Transcribe into writing simple phrases as heard live and/or recorded.
6. Read simple written material in Filipino.
7. Describe aspects of Filipino culture.

FIL 112 - First Year Filipino II

1. Demonstrate mastery of basic Filipino vocabulary and grammar.
2. Conjugate additional Filipino verbs.
3. Recite and create simple dialogs in colloquial Filipino.
4. Transcribe into writing simple phrases as heard live and/or recorded.
5. Read simple texts in Filipino.
6. Describe aspects of Filipino culture.

FT 101 - Principles of Emergency Services

1. Describe the history and culture of the fire service.
2. Differentiate between fire service training and education and explain the value of higher education to the professionalization of the fire service.
3. List and describe the major organizations that provide emergency response service and illustrate how they interrelate.
4. Define the role of national, state and local support organizations in fire and emergency services.
5. Compare and contrast effective management concepts for various emergency situations.
6. Perform a minimum of basic arithmetic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and apply them to solving problems.
7. Develop positive communication and listening skills in human behavior and relationships.

FT 104 - Nevada Firefighter I

1. Describe the operations and considerations necessary to control the spread of smoke and fire through various types of structures.
2. Identify materials and construction features of doors, windows, roofs, floors, and vertical barriers, and shall define the dangers associated with an emergency.
3. Define a fire stream, water hammer, and the proper extinguishment methods for Class A and Class B fires.
4. Define the personal protective gear to be used prior to entering a building for fire fighting.
5. Identify the need and and apply the operations involved with salvage and overhaul.

FT 105 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

1. Identify physical properties of the three states of matter.
2. Categorize the components of fire.
3. Explain the physical and chemical properties of fire.
4. Describe and apply the process of burning.
5. Discuss various materials and their relationship to fires as fuel.

FT 109B - Internship in Firefighting

1. Complete the skill sign-off for Fire Fighter I as specified by the National Fire Protection Agency’s Standard 1001 specified in Chapter 2.

FT 110 - Basic Wildland Firefighting

1. Identify the environmental factors of wildland fire behavior that affect the start and spread of wildland fire.
2. Describe factors in the environment which could impact safety.
3. Describe different types of crew organizations commonly used in initial attacks and extended attacks.
4. Identify the symbols, proper usage of an azimith, and application of a map to wildland fire situations.
5. Explain the D.E.C.I.D.E. process and list clues for detecting hazardous material.

FT 121 - Fire Prevention

1. Identify and describe fire prevention organizations and associations.
2. Define laws, rules, regulations, and codes and identify those relevant to fire prevention of the authority having jurisdiction.
3. Define the functions of a fire prevention bureau.
4. Describe inspection practices and procedures.
5. Identify and describe the standards for professional qualifications for Fire Marshal, Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector, Fire and Life Safety Educator, and Fire Investigator.

FT 125 - Building Construction for Fire Protection

1. Describe building construction as it relates to firefighter safety, buildings codes, fire prevention, code inspection, firefighting strategy, and tactics.
2. Describe different loads and stresses that are placed on a building and their interrelationships.
3. Identify the function of each principle structural component in typical building design.
4. Differentiate between fire resistance, flame spread, and describe the testing procedures used to establish ratings for each.
5. Identify the indicators of potential structural failure as they relate to firefighter safety.

FT 126 - Fire Investigation I

1. Identify the responsibilities of a firefighter when responding to the scene of a fire, including scene security and evidence preservation.
2. Identify key case law decisions that have affected fire investigations.
3. Define the common terms used in fire investigations.
4. Describe the basic elements of fire dynamics and how they affect cause determination.
5. Describe the process of conducting investigations using the scientific method.

FT 131 - Hazardous Materials Chemistry

1. Describe the common elements of the Periodic Table.
2. Distinguish between elements, compounds, and mixtures.
3. Describe the basic chemical and physical properties of gases, liquids, and solids.
4. Describe the nine U.S. Department of Transportation hazard classes and their respective divisions.
5. Apply guidebooks, MSDS, and other reference materials to determine an initial course of action.

FT 150 - Apparatus and Equipment

1. The student will define the needs analysis for the necessity of an emergency vehicle operators course.
2. The student will identify the problems facing the operators of emergency vehicles.
3. Given post incident analysis information of an accident scene, the student will be able to describe the importance of emergency vehicle operator training in an accident scene.
4. Describe the purpose of the various types of apparatus and equipment used in modern firefighting.
5. The student will describe the need for the standard operating procedures in vehicle operations.

FT 151 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply

1. Apply the application of mathematics and physics to the movement of water in fire suppression activities.
2. Identify the design principles of fire service pumping apparatus.
3. Analyze community fire flow demand criteria.
4. Demonstrate, through problem solving, a through understanding of the principles of forces that affect water at rest and in motion.
5. List and describe the various types of water distribution systems.

FT 152 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services

1. Define the different types of laws.
2. Discuss federal, state, and local laws and liabilities applicable to emergency services.
3. Explain the purpose of national codes and standards.
4. Discuss applicable court decisions that have influenced emergency services.
5. Recognize the legal issues and concerns affecting emergency services.

FT 153 - Occupational Safety and Health for Emergency Services

1. Describe the history of occupational health and safety.
2. Identify occupational health and safety programs for industry and emergency services today.
3. Compare the difference between standards and regulations.
4. Describe the components of risk identification, risk evaluation, and incident management.
5. Describe the relevance for safety in the work place including the importance of PPE.

FT 154 - Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival

1. Define and describe the need for cultural and behavioral change within the emergency services relating to safety, incorporating leadership, supervision, accountability and personal responsibility.
2. Describe the need for enhancements of personal and organizational accountability for health and safety.
3. Describe and evaluate circumstances that might constitute an unsafe act.
4. Describe how technological advancements can produce higher levels of emergency services safety and survival.
5. Describe how incorporating the lessons learned from investigations can support cultural change throughout the emergency services.

FT 190 - Fire Instructor

1. Identify, from memory, and use the four-step method to instruction as identified in NFPA standard 104, Fire Service Instructor.
2. Given a topic, identify the audience and apply activities identified as preparatory in nature.
3. Given a topic, identify the methods and aids appropriate to make a presentation for fire service personnel.
4. Produce a multimedia presentation given a PowerPoint computer program and fire service related topic.
5. Given an appropriate topic, prepare or systematize a skill checklist appropriate to conduct a safe skills activity for application.
6. Given a skills checklist on an appropriate topic in the fire service, convert into a valid performance evaluation a written evaluation or test.

FT 191 - Introduction to Company Officer

1. Identify the company officer’s role in the fire service.
2. Identify keys to effective delegation.
3. Assign tasks using an in-basket exercise.
4. Differentiate between punishment and discipline.
5. Describe essential elements of effective communication.
6. Distinguish between orders and directives, policies and procedures on a written form.

FT 224 - Fire Protection Systems

1. Describe the basic elements of a public water supply system including sources, distribution networks, piping and hydrants.
2. Identify the different types and components of sprinkler, standpipe and foam systems.
3. Describe the basic components of a fire alarm system.
4. Identify the different types of detectors and explain how they detect fire.
5. Describe the operation and appropriate application for the different types of portable fire protection systems.

FT 226 - Fire Investigation II

1. Interpret a fire scene.
2. Describe the procedures for fingerprinting and evidence collection/preservation.
3. Describe the procedures for fire scene documentation.
4. Describe interviewing techniques.
5. Describe the role of the fire investigator in courtroom demeanor and testifying.

FT 243 - Strategy and Tactics

1. Describe fire behavior as it relates to strategies and tactics.
2. Describe the main components of pre-fire planning and identify steps needed for a pre-fire plan review.
3. Identify the basics of building construction and how they interrelate to pre-fire planning and strategy and tactics.
4. Describe the significance of fire ground communications.
5. Identify the roles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Management System (ICS) as it relates to strategy and tactics.

FT 291 - Fire and Emergency Services Administration

1. Describe the need for effective written and verbal communication skills.
2. Identify and explain the concepts of span and control, effective delegation, and division of labor.
3. Describe the history of management and supervision methods and procedures.
4. Describe the various levels of leadership, roles, and responsibilities within the organization.
5. Describe the traits of effective versus ineffective management styles.

FT 298 - Seminar in Fire Management

1. Describe the function of management in modern fire service organizations.
2. Apply problem solving analysis to managerial case studies within a fire department.
3. Demonstrate effective managerial techniques to specific organizational situations involved in fire supervision, emergency medical services, and fire prevention.
4. Describe the importance of planning, decision making, and leadership in effective fire service management.

FT 300 - Fire Dynamics

1. Analyze building structural components for fire endurance and fire resistance.
2. Understand the flame spread and smoke production properties of building furnishings and materials.
3. Understand the importance and be able to calculate heat release rate for combustibles.

FT 301 - Political and Legal Foundations for Fire Protection

1. Identify potential legal and political issues in fire and emergency services.
2. Describe legal lessons learned from recent cases, and identify best practices in the fire service to avoid legal liability.
3. Analyze and apply legal rules and political issues to manage risk.
4. Formulate political and legal conclusions and recommendations based on the analysis.
5. Locate and apply recent legal and legislative online resources.

FT 302 - Fire and Emergency Services Administration

1. Define and discuss the elements of effective departmental organization.
2. Classify what training and skills are needed to establish departmental organization.
3. Analyze the value of a community-related approach to risk reduction.
4. Outline the priorities of a budget planning document considering the diverse needs of a community.
5. Assess the importance of positively influencing community leaders by demonstrating effective leadership.
6. Analyze the concept of change and the need to be aware of future trends in fire management.
7. Report on the importance of communications technology, fire service networks, and the Internet, when conducting problem-solving analysis and managing trends.
8. Understand the national assessment models and their respective approaches to certification.

FT 303 - Personnel Management for Fire and Emergency Services

1. Identify and explain contemporary personnel management issues.
2. Explain potential personnel management issues.
3. Classify the collective rules, procedures, laws, and policies that relate to personnel management issues.
4. Analyze simple/complex personnel management issues from recruitment to retirement.
5. Formulate recommendations and solutions to personnel management issues.
6. Explore organizational development and leadership styles and how they relate to personnel relationships.

FT 304 - Fire Prevention Organization and Management

1. Describe aspects of risk reduction education and overall community risk reduction.
2. Explain the fundamental aspects of codes and standards, and the inspection and plan review process.
3. Describe the fire investigation process and discuss fire prevention research.
4. Discuss historical and social influences and describe the master planning process.
5. Describe economic and governmental influences on fire prevention.
6. Explain the effects of departmental influences on fire prevention programs and activities.
7. Discuss strategies for fire prevention.

FT 305 - Managerial Issues in Hazardous Materials

1. Explain and apply local, State, and Federal regulations concerning hazmat.
2. Participate in the process of planning, organizing, and training for response to hazmat/terrorist incidents.
3. Interpret and act on departmental responsibility for hazmat response preparedness, incident prevention, and incident response.
4. Identify and work with representatives of multiple services, levels of government, and organizations in an organized incident-management structure.
5. Discuss issues pertaining to terrorism and tactical violence, including terrorism preparedness, response, and planning issues.
6. Develop an incident command organizational structure for a hazmat response using the guidelines set forth in the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

FT 306 - Financial Management for Fire and Emergency Services

1. Identify the key concepts involved in public budgeting and finance.
2. Recognize different budget formats in the United States and the theories behind them.
3. Identify technical elements involved in the budget cycle and public revenues and their associated politics.
4. Analyze components of budget leadership and policy learning in the states.

FT 400 - Fire Investigation and Analysis

1. Demonstrate a technical understanding of the characteristics and impacts of fire loss and the crime of arson necessary to conduct competent fire investigation and analysis.
2. Document the fire scene, in accordance with best practice and legal requirements.
3. Analyze the fire scenario utilizing the scientific method, fire science, and relevant technology.
4. Analyze the legal foundation for conducting a systematic incendiary fire investigation and case preparation.
5. Design and integrate a variety of arson related intervention and mitigation strategies.

FT 401 - Fire Protection Structures and Systems

1. Analyze building structural components for fire endurance and fire resistance.
2. Understand the flame spread and smoke production properties of building furnishings and materials.
3. Analyze, evaluate, and determine appropriate use for fire detection and alarm systems; water-based fire suppression systems; special hazard fire suppression systems; and smoke management systems, with a sophisticated understanding of how they integrate to function as a complete life safety system.
4. Understand the fundamental principles related to structural fire protection, building furnishings, and fire protection systems.

FT 402 - Fire Related Human Behavior

1. Apply knowledge to create a system that integrates human behavior factors into life safety planning and practice.
2. Understand how psychology and sociology factors influence behavior.
3. Demonstrate how current computer systems modeling functions.
4. Locate and analyze current human-related fire research.

FT 403 - Disaster Planning and Control

1. Discuss the importance of disaster planning, preparation, and mitigation.
2. Evaluate the hazard assessment processes and the role of the firefighter in community disaster planning and recovery.
3. Assess hazard response and planning procedures.
4. Define the impact of hazard occurrence on community response.
5. Define the parameters and effectiveness of an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and its components.
6. Differentiate the multilevel agency responsibilities in disaster mitigation.
7. Define the relationships between disaster planning, mitigation, and recovery.

FT 404 - Analytical Approaches to Public Fire Protection

1. Discuss the uses of analytical approaches to rational decision making.
2. Differentiate techniques of analysis.
3. Select appropriate analytic tools to support critical thinking.
4. Discuss how the use of databases, histograms, inferential statistics and probabilities and GIS are used in fire station location planning.
5. Apply the 5-step cost-benefit analysis process to justify essential budgetary needs.
6. Use linear programming to solve fire department equipment, revenue, facility and personnel issues.

FT 405 - Community Risk Reduction for Fire and Emergency Services

1. Develop and meet risk reduction objectives.
2. Identify and develop intervention strategies.
3. Implement a risk reduction program.
4. Review and modify risk reduction programs.

FT 406 - Applications of Fire Research

1. Locate, evaluate, and analyze fire-related research.
2. Demonstrate the application of fire research to a research problem related to one of the course topics.
3. Conduct a literature review of current research on a fire-related topic.
4. Create a fire-related research proposal.
5. Design a research plan using one or more qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies.

FLCV 100B - Introduction to the Union and Construction Trade

1. Demonstrate familiarity with the Flooring Trade’s place in Labor history.
2. Explain the importance of employability skills.

FLCV 111B - Introduction to the Flooring Trade

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of trim products, adhesives and underlayments.
2. Demonstrate a familiarity with tools and equipment.
3. Demonstrate an in depth knowledge of resilient floor coverings.

FLCV 121B - Floor Installation Process

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of surface preparation.
2. Demonstrate a familiarity of top set cove base.
3. Demonstrate an in depth knowledge of laminated flooring.
4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of tile layout and installation.

FLCV 131B - Carpet Installation Process

1. Demonstrate familiarity with the carpet industry.
2. Demonstrate familiarity with carpet installation tools and equipment.

FLCV 141B - Special Floors and Finishes

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of floor preparation for installation of safety flooring.
2. Demonstrate specialty flooring maintenance and repair.

FLCV 170B - OSHA 10

1. Identify most recognized hazards in the construction field.
2. Describe the importance of OSHA regulations.
3. Demonstrate the ability to use OHSA manuals.
4. Explain the content of a Material Safety Data Sheet.
5. Receive their Department of Labor, 10-hour Construction Safety Card.

FLCV 200B - Math for Floor Coverers

1. Demonstrate familiarity with safety flooring.
2. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of mathematics, especially fractions, decimals and percentages.
3. Demonstrate a clear understanding of measurements, especially angles.
4. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of measuring as it applies to floor coverers’ proficiency in estimating.

FLCV 211B - Drawings (Blueprints) for Floor Coverers

1. Demonstrate proficiency in reading and Interpreting blueprints.
2. Demonstrate a proficiency in sketching.
3. Demonstrate a proficiency in reading and understanding contract documents.

FLCV 221B - Safety Awareness

1. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of OSHA 10 and OSHA 30.
2. Demonstrate the ability to provide First Aid, CPR, and AED.
3. Demonstrate awareness of power tool safety.
4. Demonstrate the proficiency to identify the presence of lead, silica and asbestos.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of ergonomics.

FLCV 231B - Leadership

1. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of a foreman’s responsibilities.
2. Demonstrate an awareness of the need to develop communication skills.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of organizational skills.

FLCV 240B - First Aid/CPR

1. Demonstrate appropriate First Aid procedures.
2. Demonstrate correct CPR procedures.

FLCV 270B - OSHA 30

1. Identify most recognized hazards in the construction field.
2. Describe the Importance of personal protective equipment and fall protection.
3. Demonstrate the proper use of ladders and scaffolding.
4. Explain the health hazards associated with confined space.
5. Receive their Department of Labor, 30-hour Construction Safety Card.

FLOR 102B - Introduction to Floral Design

1. Select the correct processing procedure for various floral materials used in retail shops.
2. Describe the elements and principles of design.
3. Categorize commercially used floral materials into the four form groupings.
4. Distinguish color harmonies used in floral design.
5. Calculate the retail cost of an arrangement according to the formula given (math component).
6. Produce a fresh arrangement based on techniques and principles presented in class, within time limits.
7. Demonstrate proper use of tools and equipment.
8. Describe daily flower shop routines and procedures.
9. Identify flowers and foliage commonly used in the industry.
10. Demonstrate proper safety procedures.
11. Select and label basic arrangement forms.
12. Describe the uses for body flowers and apply to specific situations.
13. Construct a multiple unit corsage and boutonniere within time limits, to industry standards.
14. Outline the procedures for care, handling and maintenance of green and blooming plants on a retail level.
15. Relate the sequence of product flow through and functions of the grower, wholesaler and retailer.

FLOR 106B - Permanent Botanicals

1. Follow and adhere to strict safety procedures during lab work.
2. Describe at least four (4) trends in interiors for the current year.
3. Identify supplies and mechanics used in the production of permanent commercial floral designs and use of each correctly.
4. Describe the various drying/preserving methods and techniques used on fresh flowers and foliage.
5. Discern the difference between machine manufactured silks and hand wraps.
6. Identify the current interior color forecast for the home and office.
7. Design and construct many styles of commercial arrangements to industry standards, within time limits.
8. Calculate retail cost of completed designs (math component).
9. Plan, design and produce a storyboard and a custom permanent design to coordinate with client’s interior décor (human relations).

FLOR 108B - Event Balloon Sculptures

1. Design balloon décor/sculptures to industry standards.
2. Demonstrate safe handling of tools and equipment.
3. Calculate specific quantities for a given project and cost out to formula given (math component).
4. Plan a proposal for décor for a client to industry standards (human relations).
5. Select proper tools, supplies and equipment to complete a job to customer’s specifications.
6. Explain the meaning of vocabulary terms used in the industry.
7. Select the correct design for a particular venue according to safety criteria, OSHA regulations and fire codes.

FLOR 115B - Mega-Department Practices

1. Develop a resume/portfolio for employment.
2. Create and complete a group term project according to teamwork guidelines (math).
3. Incorporate protocol skills into relations with management/coworkers/guests (human relations).
4. Select and apply safety standards for given situations.
5. Assess the feasibility of a commercial project.
6. Develop themes of conceptualized environments for a client.
7. Employ given techniques of protocol when dealing with related professionals (human relations).
8. Design and plan aesthetic, mechanically sound and safe plantscapes to a given set of parameters (math).
9. Construct large-scale floral projects to industry standards.

FLOR 202B - Tributes and Traditions

1. Identify various common floral tributes.
2. Conduct a funeral consultation with appropriate documentation (human relations).
3. Prepare a family tribute order.
4. Select proper mechanics for a given tribute.
5. Explain differences in religious preferences for tributes (human relations).
6. Construct, within time limits, various sympathy tributes to industry standards.
7. Plan a custom piece from a chosen country with accompanying market sheet and retail pricing (math component).
8. Relate proper delivery procedures.
9. Explain acceptable practices concerning relations with funeral industry (human relations).
10. Translate/interpret customs, practices and traditions of selected countries and cultures as they apply to floral tributes (human relations).

FLOR 204B - Traditional Weddings

1. Conduct a wedding consultation and properly fill in a wedding form (human relations).
2. Outline the details of servicing a wedding.
3. Give examples of current trends and themes in the wedding industry.
4. Estimate the cost of a hypothetical wedding according to formulas given (math component).
5. Compile an extended market sheet for ordering product to be made up production style (math component).
6. Identify common wedding supplies and explain their uses.
7. Create, within time limits, mechanically sound and aesthetically acceptable carrying pieces for bride or attendants.
8. Construct a large altar arrangement according to design principles given.
9. Design ceremony pieces, reception pieces and special body flowers according to industry standards.
10. Explain proper etiquette concerning weddings and acceptable practices concerning relations with service industry members.
11. Relate the importance and meaning of ethnic weddings, religious customs and symbolism to the consultation/planning process (human relations).

FLOR 206B - Beginning Ikebana

1. Explain the history of Ikebana design.
2. Select the proper mechanics for the desired design style.
3. Distinguish between the various Ikebana styles presented in class.
4. Describe the basic premise of each of the schools of Ikebana.
5. Design several Ikebana arrangements using the techniques taught in class.
6. Explain the symbolism connected with the lines and fresh materials used in Ikebana.
7. Construct an interpretive Ikebana design acceptable for commercial sale.

FLOR 208B - Creativity and Competition

1. Apply methods of brainstorming and the creative process to the creation of original floral designs.
2. Adapt/modify existing designs/principles/elements of design to create original floral pieces.
3. Create original floral work for commercial application as well as industry competition.
4. Research/resource many related fields and sources to adapt to floral design.
5. Perform under time restrictions during a “surprise box” competition simulating actual industry situation.

FLOR 216B - Advanced Ikebana

1. Employ brainstorming techniques to produce ideas.
2. Build themed party plans, explain production-level work and produce same.
3. Incorporate special effects of lighting, sound, props, color and motion into event work.
4. Identify areas within party sites for decor opportunities.
5. Develop a resource file for event sites and supplies.
6. Outline details of servicing a special event (human relations).
7. Calculate the cost of production arrangements (math component).
8. Select proper life-extension treatments for fresh product.
9. Identify proper safety procedures on event sites.

FLOR 220B - Events and Display

1. Conduct a wedding consultation and properly fill in a wedding form (human relations).
2. Outline the details of servicing a wedding.
3. Give examples of current trends and themes in the wedding industry.
4. Estimate the cost of a hypothetical wedding according to formulas given (math component).
5. Compile an extended market sheet for ordering product to be made up production style (math component).
6. Identify common wedding supplies and explain their uses.
7. Create, within time limits, mechanically sound and aesthetically acceptable carrying pieces for bride or attendants.
8. Create floating arrangements for pools and how to properly anchor them.
9. Create bridal bouquets that reflect contemporary and current trends in the world.
10. Construct a large altar arrangement according to design principles given.
11. Design ceremony pieces, reception pieces and special body flowers according to industry standards.
12. Explain proper etiquette concerning weddings and acceptable practices concerning relations with service industry members.
13. Relate the importance and meaning of ethnic weddings, religious customs and symbolism to the consultation/planning process (human relations).

FLOR 224B - Techniques and Mechanics

1. Identify advanced design techniques and execute same in lab situations.
2. Identify mechanics and select each appropriately for lab and workplace situations.
3. Analyze a hypothetical problem, devise a solution and create the mechanics/techniques to demonstrate the solution for a “real world” commercial floral situation.

FLOR 225B - Color and Product Mix

1. Create more aesthetically pleasing arrangements in regard to color impact.
2. Combine floral product to maximize sales potential in respect to texture, form, unity, color and balance.
3. Analyze, select, re-arrange and combine product to achieve maximum impact of fresh floral design.

FLOR 240B - Advanced Weddings

FLOR 295B - Floral Careers Internship

1. Develop, evaluate and analyze a set of goals, skills and projects to be accomplished.
2. Plan and identify necessary steps to achieve goals/success.
3. Revise plans and formulate new approaches to workplace problems.
4. Summarize and interpret semester experiences on-the-job.
5. Develop positive attitudes towards work and service to others (human relations).

FLOR 299B - Selected Topics

1. Describe new trends/techniques in the floral industry and explain their application.
2. Apply the techniques to their lab designs and to the workplace.
3. Relate the importance of keeping current in the commercial floral industry.

FAB 102 - Sanitation for the Food Service Industry

Please Note: Students completing the AAS Culinary Arts need to complete FAB 102 before the end of their first semester if they wish to enroll in culinary lab courses except for CUL 110.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate a food service operation’s sanitation practices using ServSafe standards.
2. Categorize the causes of foodborne contamination.
3. Apply HACCP to restaurant food production.
4. Correlate management solutions with specific causes of food contamination.

FAB 112 - Restaurant Management

1. Distinguish management approaches that contribute to the success of a foodservice establishment.
2. Question restaurant trends and current events.
3. Collaborate with fellow students to operate the front of house of Russell’s Restaurant.
4. Facilitate guest satisfaction as a front of house team member in Russell’s Restaurant.

FAB 160 - Hospitality Purchasing

1. Compute purchasing math problems.
2. Create purchase specifications for food, beverage and non-food products.
3. Compare and contrast the standard operating procedures required for the purchasing, receiving, storing and issuing of food, beverage and non-food products.
4. Analyze management approaches to maintaining vendor relationships that contribute to the success of a foodservice establishment.

FAB 167 - Food Service Nutrition

1. Analyze personal shopping, eating and cooking behaviors.
2. Rewrite recipes to improve nutrient density and macronutrient distribution.
3. Create two three-course restaurant menus using dietary guidelines.
4. Determine whether a variety of cooking and storing methods change the nutrient content of specific foods.

FAB 190B - Bartending

1. Apply the four basic mixing techniques and drink recipes.
2. Analyze a bar’s design, layout, and equipment.
3. Explain the physiological effects of alcohol.
4. Examine beverage trends as they apply to marketing efforts and operations.

FAB 210 - Fundamentals of Food and Beverage Control

1. Calculate food and beverage menu item prices using forecasts, recipe costing, yield, and contribution margin.
2. Calculate cost of food consumed and cost of food sold, accounting for transfers and employee meals.
3. Compute cost control math problems for labor expenses and other expenses.
4. Explain a simple profit and loss statement.

FAB 230 - Menu Planning

1. Apply marketing and merchandising methods when creating menus.
2. Explain the process used to price menu items.
3. Design a variety of menus using current industry software.
4. Create cohesive menu items lists for a variety of segments of the restaurant industry.

FAB 271 - Wine Appreciation

1. Plan a wine inventory and control system for a restaurant.
2. Create food and wine pairings.
3. Compare and contrast the wine regions of the world.
4. Compare and contrast wine varietals and blends.

FAB 272 - Liquor and Bar Management

1. Prepare cocktails using the basic tools and techniques of mixology.
2. Apply laws to operational situations during which alcohol is served.
3. Create cocktail and wine lists that reflect an understanding of the types of wines, spirits, and beers as well as how they are made used, sold, and marketed.
4. Evaluate the success of existing bar operations based upon the atmosphere, layout/design, as well as marketing, pricing, and controls.