Course offerings at Tompkins Cortland Community College
Spring 2012
Online Courses - Spring 2012
COURSES FOR SPRING 2011
* Subject to change based on course enrollment
* All courses begin January, 23, 2012
BUSI 370 - Financial Management CRN 11178
Wednesday 4:30-7:15 Room 123 Instructor: TBA
Course Description: This course is designed to give students in bachelor's degree programs the necessary financial management background for entry-level management positions. (This assumes that the students have not completed a normal business administration sequence of course work.) The purpose of the course is to analyze the financial planning process and the financial operating methods available to firms. It provides students with procedures to analyze financial decisions and to assess options available to a firm in an ever changing business environment.
Prerequisites: ACCT 125; ECON 100 OR ECON 110
BUSI 385 - Business Ethics CRN 11177
Monday 4:30-7:15 Room 123 Instructor: W Chernish
Course Description: This course applies classical and contemporary theories of morality to problems, questions and dilemmas arising in business. The major concepts and principles of deontological, teleological and mixed theories which include intuitionism, agapism and the divine command theory will be examined and used to analyze cases involving such areas as strategic planning, financial reporting, information technology, corporate social responsibility, corporate culture, corporate governance and compliance, and health care. Emphasis is on the development of moral reasoning skills that allow for meaningful analysis and evaluation of moral situations.
Prerequisites: BUSI 200 or HOSP 205 or Permission of Instructor (3:3,0)
CITA 330 - Web Publishing CRN 11204
Thursday 4:30-8:50 Room 123 Instructor: T Smith
Course Description: This is a comprehensive survey on using Hyper-Text Markup Language (HTML) to create robust and functional Web pages. Topics include: HTML standards and browser capabilities, information architecture, bandwidth considerations, image formats, image maps, frames, forms, and CGI's and an introduction to technologies for creating dynamic context including JavaScript, Java, ActiveX, and Active Server Pages. The course also includes topics of current interest such as Dynamic HTML and cascading style sheets. Prerequisite: CITA 210 or permission of the instructor (3: 2, 2) 4 credits
MATH 115 - Statistics CRN 11214 & lab CRN 11215
Tuesday 4:30-7:50 Room 123 Instructor: C Penziul
Course Description: This course begins with a study of basic data analysis using various graphical and numerical descriptions and one- and two-variable statistics. Concepts of sampling and experimental design are introduced. Sampling distributions are followed by statistical inference including confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for population means and proportions, ending with an analysis of variance and Chi- square. Microcomputers are employed to study realistic data sets; written statistics projects using Minitab and a word processor are required. A scientific calculator is required with two programs on it: one for calculating the mean and standard deviation, and one for calculating correlation coefficient, slope, and y-intercept for Correlation and Regression. (M) Prerequisite. MATH 4 credits
ONLINE COURSES FOR SPRING 2012
* Textbooks for all online courses will be available throught the main campus bookstore.
* All online courses begin January, 23, 2012
BUSI 344 – Organizational Theory CRN 11010
ONLINE - Instructor – P Reardon
Course Description: This course provides students with a conceptual and empirical understanding of the functions, processes, and structures of groups and organizations. Major emphasis is placed on topics of group dynamics and organizational theory. The course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the current theoretical trends in the field. Through completion of a major research project, students gain insight into the current focus of studies in the field.
Prerequisites: SOCI 100; ECON 100 or ECON 110 (3: 3, 0)
COMM 300 – Organizational Communication CRN 11015 or 11063
ONLINE-Instructor – D Johnson
Course Description: This course is a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of organizational communication and effective public relations.
Prerequisite: ENGL 100 and COMM 100 or BUSI 120.
TEXTBOOK DETAILS: Communication for Results, Hamilton, Thompson Publishing, 8th Edition
ENG 310 – Technical Writing CRN 11191 or 10356
ONLINE - Instructor – J Downey or Denamura
Course Description: Technical Writing is designed to make students aware of the current writing expectations of employers in technical and industrial situations and to provide students with assignments and instruction to help them meet those expectations. The primary emphasis is on professionalism, understanding how your work reflects your potential for advancement, and achieving precision and conciseness in your work.
GOVT 300 – Public Policy CRN 10567 or 11132
ONLINE - Instructor – S Beaudoin
Course Description: This course is a study of the theories and practice of governmental decision making, and draws on examples of policy making from the local, state, and national levels. The pervasiveness of public policy decisions on individuals, businesses, and not-for-profit institutions will be stressed. The course will examine the causes and consequences of public sector decision making. It will use as case studies contemporary issues in social and technology policy, health care, and environmental regulation. Prerequisite: ECON 100 or ECON 110 (3: 3, 0)
HOSP 335 – Hospitality Purchasing CRN 11141 or 10865
ONLINE - Instructor – M Barnes
Course Description: This course expands the concepts of the purchasing function and supply management for hospitality operations. Emphasis is placed on quality and quantity standards while maintaining strict cost control systems throughout the procurement chain. This advanced course builds on the basics attained in a variety of hospitality courses and requires product research and analysis within the industry. The material is divided into three principal categories: the purchasing function, including accountability, distribution network, purchase options, legal/ethical issues, exterior and interior controls, and industry trends; identification, quality and control of the major food groups and beverages, including yield analysis; and specification and selection of the non-food commodities of equipment, furniture, linens, carpets, chemicals, paper products, and services.
Prerequisites: HOSP 120, HOSP 125, and HOSP 130, or permission of the instructor (3: 3, 0)
HTEL 420 – Hotel and Resort Operations CRN 11205
ONLINE - Instructor – W Chernish
Course Description: This course provides students with an in-depth look at management positions and the impact of new technology on the operation of the hotel/resort property. Students will be prepared to develop creative strategies for effectively managing change and resolving conflict while meeting the expectations of management, guests, employees, and government agencies. Prerequisites: HOSP 105; HOSP 210 or HOSP 310; or permission of the instructor (3: 3, 0)
HOSP 350 – Hospitality Law CRN 10271
ONLINE -Instructor – N Heron
Course Description: This course is designed to teach students to identify and understand the principles and concepts of laws affecting the hospitality industry. The focus is on prevention of liability and protection against accidents, attitudes, and incidents that could lead to lawsuits. Case study and discussion examine the applications of law to the hospitality industry. Group projects, research, and use of the Internet may be required.
Prerequisite: Second-year status or permission of the instructor (3: 3, 0)
HTEL 165 – Lodging Accommodations CRN 10028
ONLINE - Instructor – L Heron
Course Description: Students learn to appreciate the key role housekeeping plays in the operation of a successful hotel. The course covers the care of guest rooms and public areas, as well as purchasing, storage, and procedures used by hotel housekeeping departments to assure a safe, comfortable stay for guests.
Prerequisite: None
Text: Managing Housekeeping Operation, Nitschke & Fry, AH&LA Institution, 3rd Edition
LITR310 – Great Writers (Edgar Allan Poe) CRN 11014
ONLINE - Instructor – Dr. Mary Jo Downey
Course Description: This course examines the great writers in literature. Each section will focus on only one writer and provide a comprehensive survey of the writer's significant texts along with in-depth biographical and contextual information and an overview of secondary critical material. LITR 310 may be taken more than once for degree credit.
Prerequisite: ENGL 100 or ENGL 200 and a literature class (3: 3, 0)
TRVL 475 – Destination Management CRN 11103
ONLINE- Instructor – D Brower
Course Description: This course provides students with a working knowledge of tourism development and destination marketing. Tourism development is approached as a component and part of the overall economic plan for a destination or geographic area. Course content focuses on the utilization of the destination marketing organization as an entity for developing and implementing a tourism development plan for a designated marketing area. The research, information, and guidelines for tourism development created by the United States Department of Commerce and the United States Economic Development Administration are included. (Substitute for TRVL 388)
TRVL 415 – Corporate Travel Management CRN 11121
ONLINE-Instructor – D Johnson
Course Description: This course is a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of organizational communication and effective public relations.
Prerequisite: ENGL 100 and COMM 100 or BUSI 120. (Substitute for TRVL 388)
ONLINE COURSES FOR SUMMER 2012
* Textbooks should be purchased a week in advance online
through SUNY Delhi Bookstore
* Students register for summer courses online beginning
When can I begin scheduling classes with my advisor?
-PRE-Registration for the spring term will be October 31st – November 14th
How do I go about registering for Delhi courses?
-You will sign up for all Delhi courses with Bill Chernish in room 120. Make an appointment
What about my financial aid?
-Follow the regular procedure for visiting student forms and copies of any TC3 schedule
What about my financial aid?
During Pre-Registration be sure that you have completed a Visiting Student Application and submit to Delhi representative, Bill Chernish. If any subsequent information is necessary, the financial aid office at Delhi will contact you. PLEASE REMEMBER… You may only receive aid from ONE institution. The award granting institution will be Delhi and your visiting institution is TC3.
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Contact Info
W N Chernish
Program Coordinator
for Delhi at TC3
P: 607-844-6554
E: DelhiTC3@Delhi.edu
