All Programs Offered
Accounting and Finance - Accounting
Curriculum Description
The Accounting and Finance curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in the accounting and finance profession. Accountants and finance professionals assemble and analyze, process, and communicate essential information about financial operations.
Course work may include accounting, finance, ethics, business law, computer applications, financial planning, insurance, marketing, real estate, selling, and taxation. Related skills are developed through the study of communications, computer applications, financial analysis, critical thinking skills, and ethics.
Graduates should qualify for entry-level accounting and finance positions in many types of organizations including accounting firms, small businesses, manufacturing firms, banks, hospitals, school systems, and governmental agencies.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Diploma in Accounting and Finance with an emphasis in Accounting.
The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y D25800P1)
Diploma
D25800AC REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0304
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
Select one: | |||||
Intro to ACC Spreadsheets | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
OR | |||||
Spreadsheet | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
8 | 7 | 0 | 11 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ACC 121 | Prin of Managerial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ACC 129 | Individual Income Taxes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 116 | Business Law II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 225 | Business Finance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Statistical Methods I | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
12 | 8 | 0 | 16 |
Summer Term | |||||
ACC 130 | Business Income Taxes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
ACC 220 | Intermediate Accounting I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
8 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
Total Credit Hours: 37
Additional Information
*Hours will vary depending on course selection.
2018FA State Curriculum Standard Revision; new title and code; repackaged only.
This program was formerly Accounting D25100.
CTE program was formerly Accounting D25100P1.
Accounting and Finance - Accounting Track
Curriculum Description
The Accounting and Finance curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in the accounting and finance profession. Accountants and finance professionals assemble and analyze, process, and communicate essential information about financial operations.
Course work may include accounting, finance, ethics, business law, computer applications, financial planning, insurance, marketing, real estate, selling, and taxation. Related skills are developed through the study of communications, computer applications, financial analysis, critical thinking skills, and ethics.
Graduates should qualify for entry-level accounting and finance positions in many types of organizations including accounting firms, small businesses, manufacturing firms, banks, hospitals, school systems, and governmental agencies.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree in Accounting and Finance with an emphasis in Accounting.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25800AC REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0304
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Statistical Methods I | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
11 | 4 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ACC 121 | Prin of Managerial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ACC 129 | Individual Income Taxes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
ACC 130 | Business Income Taxes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 225 | Business Finance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
10 | 10 | 0 | 15 |
Summer Term | |||||
ACC 220 | Intermediate Accounting I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Intro Interpersonal Com | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
6 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 221 | Intermediate Acct II | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ACC 225 | Cost Accounting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ACC 269 | Auditing & Assurance Services | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Intro to ACC Spreadsheets | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
OR | |||||
Spreadsheet | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
13 | 5 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ACC 150 | Accounting Software Appl | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
BUS 116 | Business Law II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Advanced Managerial Accounting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Advanced Accounting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Advanced Auditing | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Survey of Economics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Microeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Macroeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
10 | 3 | 0 | 14 |
Total Credit Hours: 64
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240 or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
*Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Work-Based learning may be available. Please see your advisor for more information. Courses available: WBL 111, WBL 121, WBL 131.
2018FA State Curriculum Standard Revision; new title and code; repackaged only.
This program was formerly Accounting A25100.
Accounting and Finance - Financial Services Track
Curriculum Description
The Accounting and Finance curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in the accounting and finance profession. Accountants and finance professionals assemble and analyze, process, and communicate essential information about financial operations.
Course work may include accounting, finance, ethics, business law, computer applications, financial planning, insurance, marketing, real estate, selling, and taxation. Related skills are developed through the study of communications, computer applications, financial analysis, critical thinking skills, and ethics.
Graduates should qualify for entry-level accounting and finance positions in many types of organizations including accounting firms, small businesses, manufacturing firms, banks, hospitals, school systems, and governmental agencies.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree in Accounting and Finance with an emphasis in Financial Services.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25800FS REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0304
Day and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 125 | Personal Finance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
13 | 4 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ACC 121 | Prin of Managerial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
Select one: | |||||
Intro to ACC Spreadsheets | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
OR | |||||
Spreadsheet | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Survey of Economics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Microeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Macroeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Statistical Methods I | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
9 | 7 | 0 | 12 |
Summer Term | |||||
MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Org Behavior in Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Professional Development | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Intro Interpersonal Com | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 210 | Enterprise Risk Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 147 | Business Insurance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 225 | Business Finance | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
MKT 123 | Fundamentals of Selling | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
14 | 2 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BAF 143 | Financial Planning | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
DBA 110 | Database Concepts | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Customer Service | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Work-Based Learning I | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | |
8 | 3 | 10 | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 64
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240 or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
*Hours will vary depending on course selection.
2018FA State Curriculum Standard Revision; new title and code; repackaged only.
This program was formerly Financial Services A25330.
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology
Curriculum Description
Architecture & Construction Technology
Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction
Pathway: Construction
Program Major Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology
Pathway Description
The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology curriculum provides the basic knowledge to develop skills necessary to work with residential and light commercial systems.
Topics include mechanical refrigeration, heating and cooling theory, electricity, controls, and safety. The diploma program covers air conditioning, furnaces, heat pumps, tools and instruments.
Diploma graduates should be able to assist in the start up, preventive maintenance, service, repair, and/or installation of residential and light commercial systems.
The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y D35100P1)
Diploma
D35100 REVISED
NC CIP: 47.0201
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
AHR 110 | Intro to Refrigeration | 2 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
AHR 111 | HVACR Electricity | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
AHR 112 | Heating Technology | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
AHR 180 | HVACR Customer Relations | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Select one: | |||||
Freshman Composition | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
10 | 12 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AHR 113 | Comfort Cooling | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
AHR 114 | Heat Pump Technology | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
AHR 125 | HVACR Electronics | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
AHR 160 | Refrigerant Certification | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
AHR 255 | Indoor Air Quality | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
10 | 14 | 0 | 17 |
Summer Term | |||||
AHR 213 | HVACR Building Code | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Select WBL or both AHR courses: | |||||
Work-Based Learning I | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | |
OR | |||||
HVACR Maintenance | (1) | (3) | (0) | (2) | |
AND | |||||
Refrigeration Design | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
1 | 2 | 10 | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 36
Additional Information
Students interested in work-based learning will need to take
AHR 213 and WBL 111 in the Summer Term.
Students that are not interested in participating in work-based learning must take
AHR 213, AHR 120 and AHR 235 in the Summer Term.
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology -
Comfort Systems
Curriculum Description
Architecture & Construction Technology
Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction
Pathway: Construction
Program Major Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology
Pathway Description
The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology curriculum provides the basic knowledge to develop skills necessary to work with residential and light commercial systems.
Topics include mechanical refrigeration, heating and cooling theory, electricity, controls, and safety. The diploma program covers air conditioning, furnaces, heat pumps, tools and instruments.
Diploma graduates should be able to assist in the start up, preventive maintenance, service, repair, and/or installation of residential and light commercial systems.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y C35100P1)
Certificate
C35100CS
NC CIP: 47.0201
Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
AHR 111 | HVACR Electricity | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
AHR 113 | Comfort Cooling | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
AHR 160 | Refrigerant Certification | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
5 | 6 | 0 | 8 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AHR 112 | Heating Technology | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
AHR 114 | Heat Pump Technology | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
4 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Total Credit Hours: 16
Architectural Technology
Curriculum Description
Architecture & Construction Technology
Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction
Pathway: Construction
Program Major Architectural Technology
Pathway Description
These curriculums are designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.
Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.
Program Major Description
A program that prepares individuals to assist architects, engineers, and construction professionals in developing plans and related documentation for residential and commercial projects in both the private and public sectors. Includes instruction in architectural drafting, computer-assisted drafting, construction materials and methods, environmental systems, codes and standards, structural principles, cost estimation, planning, graphics, and presentation.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A40100 REVISED
NC CIP: 15.0101
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ARC 111 | Intro to Arch Technology | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 112 | Constr Matls & Methods | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ARC 114 | Architectural CAD | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Algebra/Trigonometry I | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
10 | 13 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ARC 113 | Residential Arch Tech | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 210 | Intro to Sustain Design | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
ARC 221 | Architectural 3-D CAD | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 250 | Survey of Architecture | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Algebra/Trigonometry II | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Trigonometry | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
8 | 15 | 0 | 14 |
Summer Term | |||||
ARC 131 | Building Codes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 211 | Light Constr Technology | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 230 | Environmental Systems | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 11 | 0 | 13 |
Fall Semester | |||||
ARC 141 | Elem Structures for Arch | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
ARC 212 | Commercial Constr Tech | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 231 | Arch Presentations | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 114 | Prof Research & Reporting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Introduction to Sociology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
13 | 10 | 0 | 17 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ARC 132 | Specifications and Contracts | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
ARC 213 | Design Project | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
ARC 235 | Architectural Portfolio | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 240 | Site Planning | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
8 | 11 | 0 | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 74
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Architectural Technology-
3D Scanning & Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Curriculum Description
Architecture & Construction Technology
Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction
Pathway: Construction
Program Major Architectural Technology
Pathway Description
These curriculums are designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.
Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.
Program Major Description
A program that prepares individuals to assist architects, engineers, and construction professionals in developing plans and related documentation for residential and commercial projects in both the private and public sectors. Includes instruction in architectural drafting, computer-assisted drafting, construction materials and methods, environmental systems, codes and standards, structural principles, cost estimation, planning, graphics, and presentation.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-N)
Certificate
C40100TD
NC CIP: 15.0101
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ARC 114 | Architectural CAD | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
BPR 130 | Print Reading-Construction | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
4 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ARC 221 | Architectural 3-D CAD | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 225 | Architectural BIM I | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
ARC 225A | Architectural BIM I Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
2 | 10 | 0 | 6 |
Summer Term | |||||
ARC 133 | Construction Doc Analysis | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
ARC 226 | Architectural BIM II | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
ARC 226A | Architectural BIM II Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
2 | 9 | 0 | 5 |
Total Credit Hours: 16
Additional Information
2017FA New Certificate
Architectural Technology-Sustainable Design
Curriculum Description
Architecture & Construction Technology
Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction
Pathway: Construction
Program Major Architectural Technology
Pathway Description
These curriculums are designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.
Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.
Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.
Program Major Description
A program that prepares individuals to assist architects, engineers, and construction professionals in developing plans and related documentation for residential and commercial projects in both the private and public sectors. Includes instruction in architectural drafting, computer-assisted drafting, construction materials and methods, environmental systems, codes and standards, structural principles, cost estimation, planning, graphics, and presentation.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-N)
Certificate
C40100SD
NC CIP: 15.0101
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ARC 111 | Intro to Arch Technology | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 112 | Constr Matls & Methods | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
4 | 8 | 0 | 7 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ARC 113 | Residential Arch Tech | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
ARC 210 | Intro to Sustain Design | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
ARC 240 | Site Planning | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
4 | 11 | 0 | 8 |
Total Credit Hours: 15
Additional Information
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Associate Degree Nursing - Advanced Placement (LPN-ADN transition)
Curriculum Description
The Associate Degree Nursing advanced placement (LPN-ADN transition) track is designed for currently licensed LPNs who have practiced for 6 months (or longer) and who wish to earn an associate degree in nursing, becoming eligible to take the NCLEX-RN.
The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
Course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Employment opportunities are vast within the global health care system and may include positions within acute, chronic, extended, industrial, and community health care facilities.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A45110AP
NC CIP: 51.3801
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Summer Term | |||||
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
NUR 214 | Nsg Transition Concepts | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
6 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
Fall Semester | |||||
NUR 114 | Holistic Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 211 | Health Care Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
Select one: | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
9 | 0 | 12 | 13 |
Spring Semester | |||||
NUR 213 | Complex Health Concepts | 4 | 3 | 15 | 10 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
4 | 3 | 15 | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 33
Additional Information
Upon completion of NUR 214 with a grade of “B” or higher, students are awarded credit for the following Associate Degree Nursing courses: NUR 111, NUR 112, NUR 113, and NUR 212 and are advance placed into the ADN program.
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, HUM 115, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240.
Additional admissions requirements
1. Completion of high school or college credits in biology.
2. Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification at the healthcare provider level.
3. Completion of program orientation requirements.
4. A grade of C or higher in all required related courses, and a grade of B or higher in all NUR courses is mandatory for admission and progression in Associate Degree Nursing.
5. Completion of the Forsyth Tech Student Medical Form.
6. Current, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN in North Carolina.
7. Proof of 6-months of full-time employment as an LPN (or equivalent).
Program Information
In addition to traditional classroom instruction, students may also receive curriculum content through a variety of delivery technologies, including on line. Students who do not have personal computers with internet access may use the computers in the college nursing laboratory and the Learning Resource Center.
This program has limited enrollment. Students are chosen by scores attained on the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) and a selective admission process based upon completion of related courses (i.e. biology, English, psychology, etc.) with a grade of C or higher. The Admissions Office can provide additional information on the selection process.
Readmission may be possible but requires reapplication and approval by the college.
Criminal Background Checks/Drug Screening
Clinical agencies require criminal background checks and/or drug screening for students assigned to their facility for clinical education. In addition, national and/or state registry and/or licensure boards may prohibit eligibility for registry or licensure based on criminal background records. Please refer to the Health Technologies section on www.forsythtech.edu .
For more information, please see the Allied Health/Nursing Admissions webpage at www.forsythtech.edu or contact the nursing department.
Associate Degree Nursing - Fall Entry
Curriculum Description
The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
Course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Employment opportunities are vast within the global health care system and may include positions within acute, chronic, extended, industrial, and community health care facilities.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A45110
NC CIP: 51.3801
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BIO 168 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
NUR 111 | Intro to Health Concepts | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
10 | 9 | 6 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BIO 169 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
NUR 112 | Health-Illness Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 212 | Health System Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
PSY 241 | Developmental Psych | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
12 | 3 | 12 | 17 |
Summer Term | |||||
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
NUR 113 | Family Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
6 | 0 | 6 | 8 |
Fall Semester | |||||
NUR 114 | Holistic Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 211 | Health Care Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
Select one: | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
9 | 0 | 12 | 13 |
Spring Semester | |||||
NUR 213 | Complex Health Concepts | 4 | 3 | 15 | 10 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
4 | 3 | 15 | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 66
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, HUM 115, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Additional admissions requirements
1. Completion of high school or college credits in biology.
2. Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification at the healthcare provider level.
3. Completion of program orientation requirements.
4. A grade of C or higher in all required related courses, and a grade of B or higher in all NUR courses is mandatory for admission and progression in Associate Degree Nursing.
5. Completion of the Forsyth Tech Student Medical Form.
6. Certification as a certified nurse assistant I (CNA I).
Program Information
In addition to traditional classroom instruction, students may also receive curriculum content through a variety of delivery technologies, including the Internet. Students who do not have personal computers with Internet access may use the computers in the college nursing laboratory and the Learning Resource Center.
This program has limited enrollment. Students are chosen by scores attained on the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) and a selective admission process based upon completion of related courses (i.e. biology, English, psychology, etc.) with a grade of C or better. The Admissions Office can provide additional information on the selection process.
Readmission may be possible but requires reapplication and approval by the college.
Successful completion of NUR 214, Nursing Transition, will be required for licensed practical nurses desiring placement in the Associate Degree Nursing program.
Criminal Background Checks/Drug Screening
Clinical agencies require criminal background checks and/or drug screening for students assigned to their facility for clinical education. In addition, national and/or state registry and/or licensure boards may prohibit eligibility for registry or licensure based on criminal background records. Please refer to the Health Technologies section on www.forsythtech.edu.
Total Credit Hours: 49 for LPN to RN
**Hours vary depending on course selection.
Associate Degree Nursing - LPN RIBN
Curriculum Description
The LPN RIBN track is designed for LPNs who have practiced for at least 6-months (full-time, or equivalent), who wish to pursue education and licensure to become a registered nurse (RN) while dually enrolled at Winston-Salem State University to obtain a bachelors in nursing degree.
The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
Course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Employment opportunities are vast within the global health care system and may include positions within acute, chronic, extended, industrial, and community health care facilities.
The following represents one way in which the LPN RIBN course requirements can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult the RIBN Advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A45110PB
NC CIP: 51.3801
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Summer Term | |||||
BIO 168 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
PSY 241 | Developmental Psych | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
6 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BIO 169 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Foreign Language Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
8 | 5 | 0 | 13 |
Fall Semester WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | Culture Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Spring Semester | |||||
MAT 152 | Statistical Methods I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
3 | 2 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | Fine Arts Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Summer Term | |||||
NUR 214 | Nsg Transition Concepts | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
3 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
Fall Semester | |||||
NUR 114 | Holistic Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 211 | Health Care Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
6 | 0 | 12 | 10 |
Fall Semester WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | Literature Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Spring Semester | |||||
NUR 213 | Complex Health Concepts | 4 | 3 | 15 | 10 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
4 | 3 | 15 | 13 |
Spring Semester WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | History Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Summer Term WSSU | |||||
NUR 2312 | Dynamics of Professional Nursing (RN-BSN Only) WSSU Only | * | * | * | 3 |
NUR 3312 | Health Assessment - WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
NUR 3318 | Introduction to Pathophysiology for Nurses - WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Fall Semester WSSU | |||||
NUR 3303 | Nursing Research-WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
NUR 4203 | Care of the Older Adult-WSSU | * | * | * | 2 |
NUR 4502 | Community Health Nursing-WSSU | * | * | * | 5 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Spring Semester WSSU | |||||
NUR 4103 | Adult Health Nursing I I - WSSU | * | * | * | 10 |
NUR 4304 | Leadership and Management of Care - WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
___ ___ | NUR Elective - WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Total Credit Hours: 110
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, HUM 115, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240.
LPN RIBN: Associate in Applied Science (Forsyth Tech)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (WSSU)
Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nurses (RIBN) is a statewide initiative coordinated by the Foundation for Nursing Excellence that partners community colleges with universities in North Carolina. These partnerships allow students to earn both an associate and baccalaureate degree in nursing over a four year course of study. Forsyth Tech has partnered with Winston-Salem State University to offer a similar three-year pathway to LPNs desiring to earn an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from Forsyth Tech and a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BSN) from WSSU.
The LPN RIBN curriculum includes all coursework included in the LPN to ADN Transition program at Forsyth Tech, as well as all general education and baccalaureate nursing classes required to complete a BSN degree. Upon completion of NUR 214 with a grade of “B” or higher, students are awarded credit for the following ADN courses: NUR 111, NUR 112, NUR 113, NUR 212. This course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics. RIBN provides students with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
LPN RIBN students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) exam to become licensed as a registered nurse (RN) in North Carolina following successful completion of the first two years of study. After passing the NCLEX-RN, RIBN students may work part-time as an RN while completing third-year coursework at WSSU to complete their BSN. The BSN degree provides expanded employment and advancement opportunities for RNs and positions them to continue their education at the graduate level.
LPN RIBN Minimum Admissions Requirements:
- Successful completion of an accredited (or state approved) practical nursing program.
- Current unencumbered license to practice as an LPN in the state of North Carolina.
- A minimum of six months of full-time employment as an LPN.
- A GPA of 2.6 or higher in practical nursing courses.
- Successful completion of ENG 111 and PSY 150 with a grade of “C” or higher.
- Applicants must demonstrate competency in Math, Reading, and English.
- Applicants must be accepted at WSSU for fall semester of the first year of RIBN.
- Applicants must have an adjusted individual score that is equal to or greater than 60% on the Test of Essential Academic Skills.
Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission to LPN RIBN as enrollment is limited. Applicants are ranked and selected based on their GPA in practical nursing coursework and TEAS scores.
Additional Requirements:
For more information about LPN RIBN, please see the Allied Health/Nursing Admissions webpage at www.forsythtech.edu or contact the nursing department.
Associate Degree Nursing - RIBN
Curriculum Description
The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
Course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Employment opportunities are vast within the global health care system and may include positions within acute, chronic, extended, industrial, and community health care facilities.
The following represents one way in which the RIBN course requirements can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult the RIBN Advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A45110RB
NC CIP: 51.3801
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Year 1 Fall Semester | |||||
BIO 168 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
9 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
Fall Semester - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | CIS Equivalent - WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BIO 169 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
PSY 241 | Developmental Psych | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
11 | 5 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | Culture Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Summer Term | |||||
MAT 152 | Statistical Methods I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
3 | 2 | 0 | 10 |
Summer Term - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | History Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Year 2 Fall Semester | |||||
NUR 111 | Intro to Health Concepts | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
4 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
Fall Semester - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | Fine Arts Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Spring Semester | |||||
NUR 112 | Health-Illness Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 212 | Health System Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
6 | 0 | 12 | 10 |
Spring Semester - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | General Education Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Summer Term | |||||
NUR 113 | Family Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
Summer Term - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | General Education Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Year 3 Fall Semester | |||||
NUR 114 | Holistic Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 211 | Health Care Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
6 | 0 | 12 | 10 |
Fall Semester - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | Literature Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Spring Semester | |||||
NUR 213 | Complex Health Concepts | 4 | 3 | 15 | 10 |
4 | 3 | 15 | 10 |
Spring Semester - WSSU | |||||
___ ___ | General Education Course-WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
NCLEX Examination | |||||
___ ___ | https://www.ncsbn.org/nclex.htm | - | - | - | - |
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Summer Term | |||||
NUR 2312 | Dynamics of Professional Nursing (RN-BSN Only) WSSU Only | * | * | * | 3 |
NUR 3303 | Nursing Research-WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Year 4 Fall Semester - WSSU | |||||
NUR 3312 | Health Assessment - WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
NUR 3318 | Introduction to Pathophysiology for Nurses - WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
NUR 4203 | Care of the Older Adult-WSSU | * | * | * | 2 |
NUR 4502 | Community Health Nursing-WSSU | * | * | * | 5 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester - WSSU | |||||
NUR 4103 | Adult Health Nursing I I - WSSU | * | * | * | 10 |
NUR 4304 | Leadership and Management of Care - WSSU | * | * | * | 3 |
___ ___ | NUR Elective - WSSU* | * | * | * | 3 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Total Credit Hours: 138
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, HUM 115, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240. Consult the RIBN Advisor concerning other possible electives.
RIBN: Associate in Applied Science (Forsyth Tech)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (WSSU)
Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nurses (RIBN) is a statewide initiative coordinated by the Foundation for Nursing Excellence that partners community colleges with universities in North Carolina. These partnerships allow students to earn both an associate and baccalaureate degree in nursing over a four-year period. Forsyth Tech has partnered with Winston-Salem State University to offer this opportunity to students desiring to earn an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from Forsyth Tech and a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BSN) from WSSU.
The RIBN curriculum includes all coursework included in the Associate Degree Nursing program at Forsyth Tech, as well as all general education and baccalaureate nursing courses required to complete a BSN degree. This course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics. RIBN provides students with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
RIBN students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) exam to become licensed as a registered nurse (RN) in North Carolina following successful completion of the first three years of study. After passing the NCLEX-RN, RIBN students may work part-time as an RN while completing fourth-year coursework at WSSU to complete their BSN. The BSN degree provides expanded employment and advancement opportunities for RNs and positions them to continue their education at the graduate level.
RIBN Minimum Admissions Requirements:
- Applicants must be accepted at WSSU.
- Applicants must have an SAT or ACT equivalence score of 500 or higher in Critical Reading or Writing and 500 or higher in Math. Minimum placement testing scores will be accepted in lieu of SAT or ACT scores.
- Applicants must have a GPA of 2.6 or higher for high school or any completed college course work.
- Applicants must have an adjusted individual score that is equal to or greater than 60% on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS V).
Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission to RIBN as enrollment is limited. Applicants are ranked and selected based on GPA and TEAS scores.
Additional Requirements:
Once admitted to RIBN, students must meet the following additional requirements:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in all required courses, and a grade of B or better in NUR courses.
- Maintain dual enrollment at Forsyth Tech and WSSU by completing at least one WSSU course during two semesters (Fall, Spring, or Summer) of each year for the first three years of study
- Pass the NCLEX-RN between the third and fourth years of study
- Before the fall semester of the second year:
- Complete a NC approved Certified Nurse Aide 1 Program that includes theory, lab, and clinical components
- Provide documentation that they are currently credentialed as a Nurse Aide 1 (NA1) with the NC DHSR Nurse Aide Registry
- Provide documentation that they have completed an American Heart Association Health Care Provider class and are currently certified in CPR
- Pass a criminal background check/drug screen (as required by clinical facilities) and other health-related requirements of the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing program at Forsyth Tech
For more information about RIBN, please see the Allied Health/Nursing Admissions webpage at www.forsythtech.edu.
Associate Degree Nursing - Spring Entry
Curriculum Description
The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential.
Course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing practice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Employment opportunities are vast within the global health care system and may include positions within acute, chronic, extended, industrial, and community health care facilities.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A45110
NC CIP: 51.3801
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Spring Semester | |||||
BIO 168 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
NUR 111 | Intro to Health Concepts | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
10 | 9 | 6 | 15 |
Summer Term | |||||
NUR 112 | Health-Illness Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BIO 169 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
NUR 212 | Health System Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 113 | Family Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
PSY 241 | Developmental Psych | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
12 | 3 | 12 | 17 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
NUR 114 | Holistic Health Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
NUR 211 | Health Care Concepts | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
9 | 0 | 12 | 13 |
Summer Term | |||||
Select one: | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Fall Semester | |||||
NUR 213 | Complex Health Concepts | 4 | 3 | 15 | 10 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
4 | 3 | 15 | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 66
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, HUM 115, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240.
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Additional admissions requirements
1. Completion of high school or college credits in biology.
2. Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification at the healthcare provider level.
3. Completion of program orientation requirements.
4. A grade of C or higher in all required related courses, and a grade of B or higher in all NUR courses is mandatory for admission and progression in Associate Degree Nursing.
5. Completion of the Forsyth Tech Student Medical Form.
6. Certification as a certified nurse assistant I (CNA I).
Program Information
In addition to traditional classroom instruction, students may also receive curriculum content through a variety of delivery technologies, including the Internet. Students who do not have personal computers with Internet access may use the computers in the college nursing laboratory and the Learning Resource Center.
This program has limited enrollment. Students are chosen by scores attained on the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) and a selective admission process based upon completion of related courses (i.e. biology, English, psychology, etc.) with a grade of C or better. The Admissions Office can provide additional information on the selection process.
Readmission may be possible but requires reapplication and approval by the college.
Successful completion of NUR 214, Nursing Transition, will be required for licensed practical nurses desiring placement in the Associate Degree Nursing program.
Criminal Background Checks/Drug Screening
Clinical agencies require criminal background checks and/or drug screening for students assigned to their facility for clinical education. In addition, national and/or state registry and/or licensure boards may prohibit eligibility for registry or licensure based on criminal background records. Please refer to the Health Technologies section on www.forsythtech.edu.
Total Credit Hours: 49 for LPN to RN
**Hours vary depending on course selection.
Associate in Arts
Curriculum Description
The Associate in Arts degree shall be granted for a planned program of study consisting of a minimum of 60 semester hours of credit (SHC) of college transfer courses. Within the degree program, the institution shall include opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and basic computer use.
The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (ICAA) enables North Carolina community college graduates of two-year associate in arts programs who are admitted to constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina and to Signatory Institutions of North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities to transfer with junior status.
Community college graduates must obtain a grade of “C” or better in each course and an overall GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in order to transfer with a junior status. Courses may also transfer through bilateral agreements between institutions.
* Courses for this degree are offered in a variety of delivery formats including online. By choosing the courses offered in the online format, this program can be obtained entirely online. Students should meet with their advisor for assistance with course selection. PED 110 may be substituted with HEA 110 which is offered online.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Arts
A10100 REVISED
NC CIP: 24.0101
Day, Evening, Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Semester One | |||||
English Composition | |||||
Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
Communications/Humanities/Fine Arts | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 1* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 2* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Math | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 3 | ** | ** | ** | 3-4 |
Other Required Hours | |||||
College Transfer Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
3 | 2 | 0 | 13 |
Semester Two | |||||
English Composition | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
Communications/Humanities/Fine Arts | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 1* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 2* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Natural Sciences | |||||
___ ___ |
Select the First Course of a Two-semester Sequence from List 4 | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
Additional General Education Hours | |||||
___ ___ |
Select from List 5 | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
3 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Semester Three | |||||
Communications/Humanities/Fine Arts | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 1* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 2* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Additional General Education Hours | |||||
___ ___ |
Select from List 5 | ** | ** | ** | 11 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Semester Four | |||||
Other Required Hours | |||||
___ ___ |
Select from List 6 | ** | ** | ** | 14 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Additional Information
Associate in Arts (A10100)
GENERAL EDUCATION (45 SHC)
The general education common course pathway includes study in the areas of English composition; humanities and fine arts; social and behavioral sciences; natural sciences and mathematics.
UNIVERSAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER COMPONENT
(All Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) courses will transfer for equivalency credit as outlined in the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) between The North Carolina University and the North Carolina Community College System.)
English Composition (6 SHC)
The following two English composition courses are required.
List 1*
Communications/Humanities/Fine Arts (9 SHC)
*Students must select three courses from at least two different disciplines (subjects).
Select Three Courses - 9 Credits
COM 120, COM 231,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115,
DRA 111
ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242,
MUS 110, MUS 112,
PHI 215, PHI 240
List 2*
Social/Behavioral Science (9 SHC)
*Students must select three courses from at least two different disciplines (subjects).
Select Three Courses - 9 Credits
ECO 251, ECO 252,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 131, HIS 132,
POL 120,
PSY 150,
SOC 210
List 3
Math - (3-4 SHC)
Select One Course - 3-4 Credits
List 4
Natural Sciences (4 SHC)
Select One Course - 4 Credits
Group 1: AST 111 and AST 111A,
Group 2: AST 151 and AST 151A,
Group 3: BIO 110,
Group 4: BIO 111,
Group 5: CHM 151,
Group 6: GEL 111,
Group 7: PHY 110 and PHY 110A
List 5
ADDITIONAL GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS (14 SHC)
Select 14 Credits
The following courses are classified as general education within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA).
UGETC courses are part of this list.
Students should select these courses based on their intended major and transfer university.
ANT 210, ANT 220,
ARA 111, ARA 112, ARA 211, ARA 212,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, ART 116,
AST 111, AST 111A, AST 151, AST 151A, AST 152, AST 152A,
BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 120, BIO 130, BIO 140, BIO 140A,
CHI 111, CHI 112, CHI 211, CHI 212,
CHM 131, CHM 131A, CHM 132, CHM 151, CHM 152,
CIS 110, CIS 115,
COM 110, COM 120, COM 140, COM 231,
DRA 111, DRA 112,
ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252,
ENG 113, ENG 114, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241, ENG 242, ENG 261, ENG 262,
FRE 111, FRE 112,
GEL 111, GEL 113, GEL 120, GEL 230,
GEO 111, GEO 112,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132,
HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 161, HUM 212, HUM 220,
MAT 143, MAT 152, MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 273,
MUS 110, MUS 112, MUS 210, MUS 211, MUS 212,
PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240,
PHY 110, PHY 110A, PHY 151, PHY 152, PHY 251, PHY 252,
POL 110, POL 120, POL 220,
PSY 150, PSY 237, PSY 241, PSY 281,
REL 110, REL 211, REL 212,
RUS 111, RUS 112, RUS 211, RUS 212,
SOC 210, SOC 213,
SPA 111, SPA 112, SPA 211, SPA 212
List 6
OTHER REQUIRED HOURS (15 SHC)
Academic Transition (1 SHC)
The following course is required:
ACA 122 College Transfer for Success - 1 credit
Select 14 Credits
The following courses are classified as pre-major, elective or general education within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA). UGETC courses are part of this list.
Students should select these courses based on their intended major and transfer university.
Courses offered at Forsyth Tech
ACC 120, ACC 121,
ANT 210, ANT 220,
ARA 111, ARA 112, ARA 211, ARA 212,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, ART 116, ART 118, ART 121, ART 122, ART 131, ART 132, ART 135, ART 171,
ART 212, ART 215, ART 240, ART 241, ART 242, ART 244, ART 264, ART 265, ART 266, ART 267, ART 281,
ART 282, ART 283, ART 284,
AST 111, AST 111A, AST 151, AST 151A, AST 152, AST 152A,
BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 120, BIO 130, BIO 140, BIO 140A, BIO 143, BIO 146, BIO 150, BIO 163,
BIO 168, BIO 169, BIO 175, BIO 250, BIO 271, BIO 275,
BUS 110, BUS 115, BUS 137,
CHI 111, CHI 112, CHI 211, CHI 212,
CHM 130, CHM 130A, CHM 131, CHM 131A, CHM 132, CHM 151, CHM 152, CHM 251, CHM 252, CHM 263,
CIS 110, CIS 115,
CJC 111, CJC 113, CJC 121, CJC 141, CJC 212
COM 110, COM 120, COM 140, COM 231,
CSC 134, CSC 139, CSC 151, CSC 239, CSC 249, CSC 251
CTS 115,
DRA 111, DRA 112, DRA 120, DRA 130, DRA 131, DRA 135, DRA 140, DRA 141, DRA 142, DRA 170, DRA 171,
DRA 240, DRA 260,
ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252,
EDU 144, EDU 145, EDU 216, EDU 221,
ENG 113, ENG 114, ENG 125, ENG 126, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241, ENG 242, ENG 261,
ENG 262, ENG 275,
FRE 111, FRE 112,
GEL 111, GEL 113, GEL 120, GEL 230,
GEO 110, GEO 111, GEO 112,
GIS 111,
HEA 110,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132, HIS 231,
HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 161, HUM 170, HUM 180,
HUM 212, HUM 220, HUM 230
JOU 110, JOU 216, JOU 217,
MAT 143, MAT 152, MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 273, MAT 280, MAT 285,
MUS 110, MUS 111, MUS 112, MUS 121, MUS 122, MUS 123, MUS 131, MUS 132, MUS 133, MUS 134, MUS 137,
MUS 138, MUS 181, MUS 182, MUS 210, MUS 211, MUS 212,
PED 110, PED 111, PED 113, PED 115, PED 117, PED 119, PED 120, PED 121, PED 122, PED 125,
PED 128, PED 130, PED 137, PED 139, PED 142, PED 143, PED 145, PED 147, PED 181,
PED 216, PED 217, PED 230, PED 231, PED 232, PED 233, PED 235, PED 236, PED 237, PED 239,
PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240,
PHY 110, PHY 110A, PHY 151, PHY 152, PHY 251, PHY 252,
POL 110, POL 120, POL 130, POL 220,
PSY 150, PSY 215, PSY 231, PSY 237, PSY 241, PSY 259, PSY 281,
REL 110, REL 211, REL 212,
RUS 111, RUS 112, RUS 211, RUS 212,
SOC 210, SOC 213, SOC 242,
SPA 111, SPA 112, SPA 141, SPA 161, SPA 211, SPA 212, SPA 221,
WBL 111 This Course is Not Transferrable
Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation
Curriculum Description
The Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation degree shall be granted for a planned program of study consisting of a minimum of 60 semester hours of credit (SHC) of college transfer courses. Within the degree program, the institution shall include opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and basic computer use.
The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (ICAA) enables North Carolina community college graduates of two-year associate in arts programs who are admitted to constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina and to Signatory Institutions of North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities to transfer with junior status.
Community college graduates must obtain a grade of “C” or better in each course and an overall GPA of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale in order to transfer with a junior status. Courses may also transfer through bilateral agreements between institutions.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Arts
A1010T
NC CIP: 24.0101
Day, Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
EDU 216 | Foundations of Education | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 4 |
Select one: | |||||
Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
9 | 2 | 0 | 14 |
Spring Semester | |||||
EDU 187 | Teaching and Learning for All | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Statistical Methods I | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
8 | 5 | 0 | 13 |
Fall Semester | |||||
EDU 279 | Literacy Develop and Instruct | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
SOC 225 | Social Diversity | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 4 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 3 | 0 | 17 |
Spring Semester | |||||
EDU 250 | Teacher Licensure Preparation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Natural Science Elective | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
___ ___ | Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
6 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Additional Information
General Education Elective - Select 14 credits -
ANT 210, ANT 220
ARA 111, ARA 112, ARA 211, ARA 212,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, ART 116,
AST 111, AST 111A, AST 151, AST 151A, AST 152, AST 152A,
BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 120, BIO 130, BIO 140, BIO 140A,
CHI 111, CHI 112, CHI 211, CHI 212,
CHM 131, CHM 131A, CHM 132, CHM 151, CHM 152,
CIS 110, CIS 115,
COM 110, COM 120, COM 140, COM 231,
DRA 111, DRA 112,
ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252,
ENG 113, ENG 114, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241, ENG 242,
ENG 261, ENG 262,
FRE 111, FRE 112,
GEL 111, GEL 113, GEL 120, GEL 230,
GEO 111, GEO 112,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132,
HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160,
HUM 161, HUM 212, HUM 220,
MAT 143, MAT 152, MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271,
MAT 272, MAT 273,
MUS 110, MUS 112, MUS 210, MUS 211, MUS 212,
PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240,
PHY 110, PHY 110A, PHY 151, PHY 152, PHY 251, PHY 252,
POL 110, POL 120, POL 220,
PSY 150, PSY 237, PSY 241, PSY 281,
REL 110, REL 211, REL 212,
RUS 111, RUS 112, RUS 211, RUS 212,
SOC 210, SOC 213,
SPA 111, SPA 112, SPA 211, SPA 212
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select 6 hours - ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, DRA 111, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Natural Science Elective - Select 4 credits from:
AST 111/AST 111A,
AST 151/AST 151A,
BIO 110,
BIO 111,
CHM 151,
GEL 111,
PHY 110/PHY 110A
Social/Behavioral Science Elective - Select 6 hours with a minimum of two subjects from
ECO 251, ECO 252, HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 131, HIS 132, POL 120, PSY 150, SOC 210.
*Hours will vary depending on course selection.
2021FA - New AA Degree
Associate in Engineering
Curriculum Description
The Associate in Engineering (AE) degree shall be granted for a planned program of study consisting of a minimum of 60 semester hours of credit (SHC) of courses. Within the degree program, the institution shall include opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and basic computer use.
The degree plan includes required general education and prerequisite courses that are acceptable to all state funded Bachelor of Engineering programs. Students who follow the degree progression plan will meet the entrance requirements at all of the North Carolina public Bachelor of Science Engineering programs. Associate in Engineering graduates may then apply to any of these programs without taking additional and sometimes duplicative courses. Admission to Engineering programs is highly competitive and admission is not guaranteed.
To be eligible for the transfer of credits under the AE to the Bachelor of Science in Engineering Articulation Agreement, community college graduates must obtain a grade of “C” or better in each course and an overall GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Associate in Engineering
A10500
NC CIP: 14.0102
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Semester One | |||||
ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
CHM 151 | General Chemistry I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
EGR 150 | Intro to Engineering | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MAT 271 | Calculus I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
13 | 9 | 0 | 17 |
Semester Two | |||||
CHM 152 | General Chemistry II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ECO 251 | Prin of Microeconomics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MAT 272 | Calculus II | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
12 | 5 | 0 | 14 |
Semester Three | |||||
MAT 273 | Calculus III | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
MAT 280 | Linear Algebra | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
PHI 240 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PHY 251 | General Physics I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
11 | 7 | 0 | 14 |
Semester Four | |||||
HUM 110 | Technology and Society | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MAT 285 | Differential Equations | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
PED 110 | Fit and Well for Life | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
PHY 252 | General Physics II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
POL 120 | American Government | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
12 | 7 | 0 | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Additional Information
Students may replace CHM 152, HUM 110, MAT 280, MAT 285 and PED 110 with other courses from the list below appropriate to the specific university and engineering major requirements.
The courses below in red font are found above in the Curriculum Model that may be switched for other courses in this list.
The total hours for these courses must equal 11-12 credits.
Course | Title | SHC |
BIO 111 |
General Biology I | 4 |
CHM 152 |
General Chemistry II | 4 |
CHM 251 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
CHM 252 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3 |
CSC 134 |
C++ Programming | 3 |
CSC 151 |
JAVA Programming | 3 |
DFT 170 |
Engineering Graphics | 3 |
ECO 252 |
Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
EGR 210 |
Intro to Electrical/Computer Engineering Lab |
2 |
EGR 212 |
Logic System Design I | 3 |
EGR 215 |
Network Theory I | 3 |
EGR 216 |
Logic and Network Lab | 1 |
EGR 220 |
Engineering Statics | 3 |
EGR 225 |
Engineering Dynamics | 3 |
EGR 228 |
Introduction to Solid Mechanics | 3 |
HUM 110 |
Technology and Society | 3 |
MAT 280 |
Linear Algebra | 3 |
MAT 285 |
Differential Equations | 3 |
PED 110 |
Fitness and Wellness for Life | 2 |
Students may qualify for Work-Based Learning; see your advisor for details.
Associate in Engineering (A10500)
GENERAL EDUCATION (42 SHC)
The general education common course pathway includes study in the areas of
English composition; humanities and fine arts; social and behavioral sciences; natural sciences and mathematics.
UNIVERSAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER COMPONENT
(Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) courses will transfer for equivalency credit to all UNC
institutions.) *Exceptions (i.e. courses which are not classified as UGETC are italicized.
English Composition (6 SHC)
The following two English composition courses are required.
List 1*
Humanities/Fine Arts and Communication (6 SHC)
*Students must select one course from each category.
Humanities: Select One.
ENG 231, ENG 232,
PHI 215, PHI 240
REL 110
Note: REL 110 is NOT a UGETC course!
Fine Arts and Communication: Select One.
COM 231,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115,
MUS 110, MUS 112,
List 2*
Social/Behavioral Science (6 SHC)
Required Course:
Select One.
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 131, HIS 132,
POL 120,
PSY 150,
SOC 210
List 3
Mathematics (12 SHC)
Calculus I is the lowest level math course that will be accepted by the engineering programs
for transfer as a math credit. Students who are not calculus-ready will need to take additional math courses.
See your advisor for further information.
Required Courses:
List 4
Natural Sciences (12 SHC)
Required Courses
List 5
Other General Education (3-4 SHC)
BIO 111
CHM 152
COM 110, COM 231
ECO 252
GEL 111
HUM 110
PHI 240
OTHER REQUIRED HOURS (15 SHC)
Academic Transition (1 SHC)
Required Course:
ACA 122 College Transfer for Success - 1 Credit
Students MUST take ACA 122 in their first semester.
Pre-major Elective (2)
Required Course:
EGR 150
List 6
Other General Education and Pre-major Elective Hours (12 SHC)
Select 12 Credits
Select 12 SHC of courses from the following courses classified as pre-major, elective, or general education courses
within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement. (Students must meet the receiving university’s foreign language
and/or health and physical education requirements, if applicable, prior to or after transfer to the senior institution.)
Students should choose courses appropriate to the specific university and engineering major requirements.
Courses offered at Forsyth Tech
BIO 111,
CHM 152, CHM 251, CHM 252
COM 110, COM 231
CSC 134, CSC 151,
DFT 170,
ECO 252,
EGR 210, EGR 212, EGR 215, EGR 216, EGR 220, EGR 225, EGR 228,
HUM 110,
MAT 280, MAT 285,
PED 110, WBL 111
Total Semester Hours Credit (SHC) in Program: 60
Students must meet the receiving university’s foreign language and/or health and physical education requirements,
if applicable, prior to or after transfer to the senior institution.
SBCC Approved 02/20/2015; BOG approved 02/27/2015.
First Year and Semester Offered at Forsyth Tech: 2015FA
Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts
Curriculum Description
The Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts degree shall be granted for a planned program of study consisting of a minimum of 60 semester hours of college transfer courses. Within the degree program, the institution shall include opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and basic computer use.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Fine Arts
A10600 REVISED
NC CIP: 24.0101
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
Other Required Hours: | |||||
ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Other Required ART: | |||||
ART 121 | Two-Dimensional Design | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
Other Required ART: | |||||
ART 131 | Drawing I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
English Composition: | |||||
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Communication and Humanities/Fine Arts: | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List A | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 14 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester | |||||
Other Required ART: | |||||
ART 122 | Three-Dimensional Design | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
Additional Other Required Hours: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List E | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
English Composition: | |||||
ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Math: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List C | ** | ** | ** | 3-4 |
Natural Sciences: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List D | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
3 | 6 | 0 | 16 |
Fall Semester | |||||
Required Additional UGETC: ART: | |||||
ART 114 | Art History Survey I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Additional Other Required Hours: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List E | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Additional Other Required Hours: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List E | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Additional Other Required Hours: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List E | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Communication and Humanities/Fine Arts: | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List A | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
6 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
Required Additional UGETC: ART: | |||||
ART 115 | Art History Survey II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Additional Other Required Hours: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List E | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Additional Other Required Hours: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List E | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Additional Other Required Hours: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List E | ** | ** | ** | 1 |
Social/Behavioral Science: | |||||
___ ___ | Select One Course from List B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
6 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Additional Information
Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts A10600
GENERAL EDUCATION CORE (25 SHC)*
The general education core includes study in the areas of humanities and fine arts, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences and mathematics, and English composition.
UNIVERSAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER COMPONENT
All Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) courses will transfer for equivalency credit to the UNC University System.
English Composition (6 SHC)
The following two English composition courses are required.
List A
Communication and Humanities/Fine Arts (6 SHC)
*Students must select two courses from two different disciplines (subjects) – 6 Credits.
ART 111
COM 120, COM 231
DRA 111
ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242
MUS 110, MUS 112
PHI 215, PHI 240
List B*
Social/Behavioral Science (6 SHC)
*Students must select two courses from two different disciplines (subjects) – 6 Credits.
ECO 251, ECO 252
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 131, HIS 132
POL 120
PSY 150
SOC 210
List C
Math (3-4 SHC)
Select One Course - 3-4 Credits
MAT 143, MAT 152, MAT 171, MAT 271
List D
Natural Sciences (4 SHC)
Select 4 Credits
Group 1: AST 111 and AST 111A,
Group 2: AST 151 and AST 151A,
Group 3: BIO 110
Group 4: BIO 111
Group 5: CHM 151
Group 6: GEL 111
Group 7: PHY 110 and PHY 110A
OTHER REQUIRED HOURS (35 SHC)
ADDITIONAL UNIVERSAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER COURSES: ART (15 SHC)
Other Required: ART
Academic Transition (1 SHC)
The following course is required:
ACA 122 College Transfer for Success - 1 credit
List E
ADDITIONAL 19 SHC:
An additional 19 SHC of courses should be selected from the courses classified as pre-major, elective, general education, or UTGETC within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.
Students should select these courses based on their intended major and transfer university.
Students must meet the receiving university’s foreign language and/or health and physical education requirements, if applicable, prior to or after transfer to the senior institution.
Take 19 credits; from
Courses offered at Forsyth Tech
ACC 120, ACC 121,
ANT 210, ANT 220,
ARA 111, ARA 112, ARA 211, ARA 212,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, ART 116, ART 118, ART 121, ART 122, ART 131, ART 132, ART 135, ART 171,
ART 212, ART 215, ART 240, ART 241, ART 242, ART 244, ART 264, ART 265, ART 266, ART 267, ART 281,
ART 282, ART 283, ART 284,
AST 111, AST 111A, AST 151, AST 151A, AST 152, AST 152A,
BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 120, BIO 130, BIO 140, BIO 140A, BIO 143,
BIO 146, BIO 150, BIO 163,
BIO 168, BIO 169, BIO 175, BIO 250, BIO 271, BIO 275,
BUS 110, BUS 115, BUS 137,
CHI 111, CHI 112, CHI 211, CHI 212,
CHM 130, CHM 130A, CHM 131, CHM 131A, CHM 132, CHM 151, CHM 152, CHM 251, CHM 252, CHM 263,
CIS 110, CIS 115,
CJC 111, CJC 113 CJC 121, CJC 141, CJC 212
COM 110, COM 120, COM 140, COM 231,
CSC 134, CSC 139, CSC 151, CSC 239, CSC 249, CSC 251
CTS 115,
DRA 111, DRA 112, DRA 120, DRA 130, DRA 131, DRA 135, DRA 140, DRA 141, DRA 142, DRA 170, DRA 171,
DRA 240, DRA 260,
ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252,
EDU 144, EDU 145, EDU 216, EDU 221,
ENG 113, ENG 114, ENG 125, ENG 126, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241, ENG 242, ENG 261,
ENG 262, ENG 275,
FRE 111, FRE 112,
GEL 111, GEL 113, GEL 120, GEL 230,
GEO 110, GEO 111, GEO 112,
GIS 111,
HEA 110,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132, HIS 231,
HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 161,
HUM 170, HUM 180, HUM 212, HUM 220, HUM 230
JOU 110, JOU 216, JOU 217,
MAT 143, MAT 152, MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272,
MAT 273, MAT 280, MAT 285,
MUS 110, MUS 111, MUS 112, MUS 121, MUS 122, MUS 123, MUS 131,
MUS 132, MUS 133, MUS 134, MUS 137,
MUS 138, MUS 181, MUS 182, MUS 210, MUS 211, MUS 212,
PED 110, PED 111, PED 113, PED 115, PED 117, PED 119, PED 120, PED 121, PED 122, PED 125,
PED 128, PED 130, PED 137, PED 139, PED 142, PED 143, PED 145, PED 147, PED 181,
PED 216, PED 217, PED 230, PED 231, PED 232, PED 233, PED 235, PED 236, PED 237, PED 239,
PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240,
PHY 110, PHY 110A, PHY 151, PHY 152, PHY 251, PHY 252,
POL 110, POL 120, POL 130, POL 220,
PSY 150, PSY 215, PSY 231, PSY 237, PSY 241, PSY 259, PSY 281,
REL 110, REL 211, REL 212,
RUS 111, RUS 112, RUS 211, RUS 212,
SOC 210, SOC 213, SOC 242,
SPA 111, SPA 112, SPA 141, SPA 161, SPA 211, SPA 212, SPA 221,
WBL 111 This Course is Not Transferrable
2017FA – First time in eCatalog
Associate in General Education
Curriculum Description
The Associate in General Education (AGE) curriculum is designed for individuals wishing to broaden their education, with emphasis on personal interest, growth and development. The two-year General Education program provides students opportunities to study English, literature, fine arts, philosophy, social science, science and mathematics at the college level. Many of the courses are equivalent to college transfer courses; however, the program is not principally designed for college transfer. Courses must be at the 110-199 or 210-200 level.
Associate in General Education
A10300
NC CIP: 24.0199
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
General Education (15 SHC)
The associate in general education curriculum program shall include a minimum of 15 semester hours of credit from general education curriculum courses selected from the Combined Course Library, including six hours in communications, three hours in humanities/fine arts, three hours in social/behavioral sciences, and three hours in natural sciences or mathematics. Courses must be at the 110-199 or 210-299 level
English Communications (6 SHC)
Humanities/Fine Arts (3 SHC)
Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 SHC)
Natural Sciences/Mathematics (3 SHC)
Other Required Hours (49-50 SHC)
Other major hours include additional general education and professional courses.
A maximum of 7 SHC in health, physical education, college orientation, and/or study skills may be included. Selected topics or seminar courses may be included in a program of study up to a maximum of three semester hours credit.
Total Credit Hours: 64-65
Approved by the State Board of Community Colleges on June 1997; Editorial Revision 06/01/07; SBCC Revised 10/16/09.
Associate in Science
Curriculum Description
The Associate in Science degree shall be granted for a planned program of study consisting of a minimum of 60 semester hours of credit (SHC) of college transfer courses. Within the degree program, the institution shall include opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and the basic computer use.
The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (ICAA) enables North Carolina community college graduates of two-year associate in science programs who are admitted to constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina and to Signatory Institutions of North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities to transfer with junior status.
Community college graduates must obtain a grade of “C” or better in each course and an overall GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in order to transfer with a junior status. Courses may also transfer through bilateral agreements between institutions.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Science
A10400 REVISED
NC CIP: 24.0101
Day and Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Semester One | |||||
English Composition | |||||
Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
Communications/Humanities/Fine Arts | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 1* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Math | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 3 | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
Natural Sciences | |||||
___ ___ |
Select the First Course of a Two-semester Sequence from List 4 | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
Other Required Hours | |||||
College Transfer Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
3 | 2 | 0 | 15 |
Semester Two | |||||
English Composition | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
Communications/Humanities/Fine Arts | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 1* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 2* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Math | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 3 | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
Natural Sciences | |||||
___ ___ | Select the Second Course of a Two-semester Sequence from List 4 | * | * | * | 4 |
3 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Semester Three | |||||
Social/Behavioral Science | |||||
___ ___ |
Select One Course from List 2* | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
Additional General Education Hours | |||||
___ ___ |
Select from List 5A | ** | ** | ** | 7 |
AND | |||||
___ ___ |
Select from List 5B | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Semester Four | |||||
Other Required Hours | |||||
___ ___ |
Select from List 6 | ** | ** | ** | 14 |
0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Additional Information
Associate in Science (A10400)
GENERAL EDUCATION (45 SHC)
The general education common course pathway includes study in the areas of English composition; humanities and fine arts; social and behavioral sciences; natural sciences and mathematics.
UNIVERSAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER COMPONENT
(All Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) courses will transfer for equivalency credit as outlined in the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) between The North Carolina University and the North Carolina Community College System.)
English Composition (6 SHC)
The following two English composition courses are required.
List 1*
Communications/Humanities/Fine Arts (6 SHC)
*Students must select two courses from at least two different disciplines (subjects).
Select Two Courses - 6 Credits
COM 120, COM 231,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115,
DRA 111
ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242
MUS 110, MUS 112,
PHI 215, PHI 240
List 2*
Social/Behavioral Science (6 SHC)
*Students must select two courses from at least two different disciplines (subjects).
Select Two Courses - 6 Credits
ECO 251, ECO 252,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 131, HIS 132,
POL 120,
PSY 150,
SOC 210
List 3
Math (8 SHC)
Select Two Courses - 8 Credits
MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272
List 4
Natural Sciences (8 SHC)
Select 1 Group - 8 Credits
Courses must be taken in sequence and total 8 credits!
Group 1: BIO 111 and BIO 112
Group 2: CHM 151 and CHM 152
Group 3: PHY 151 and PHY 152
Group 4: PHY 251 and PHY 252
List 5A
ADDITIONAL GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS (11 SHC)
Select 7 Credits
The following courses are classified as general education within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA).
UGETC courses are part of this list.
Students should select these courses based on their intended major and transfer university.
Courses offered at Forsyth Tech
ANT 210, ANT 220,
ARA 111, ARA 112, ARA 211, ARA 212,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, ART 116,
AST 111, AST 111A, AST 151, AST 151A, AST 152, AST 152A
BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 120, BIO 130, BIO 140, BIO 140A,
CHI 111, CHI 112, CHI 211, CHI 212,
CHM 131, CHM 131A, CHM 132, CHM 151, CHM 152,
CIS 110, CIS 115,
COM 110, COM 120, COM 140, COM 231,
DRA 111, DRA 112,
ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252,
ENG 113, ENG 114, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241, ENG 242, ENG 261, ENG 262,
FRE 111, FRE 112,
GEL 111, GEL 113, GEL 120, GEL 230,
GEO 111, GEO 112,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132,
HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 161, HUM 212, HUM 220,
MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 273,
MUS 110, MUS 112, MUS 210, MUS 211, MUS 212,
PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240,
PHY 110, PHY 110A, PHY 151, PHY 152, PHY 251, PHY 252
POL 110, POL 120, POL 220,
PSY 150, PSY 237, PSY 241, PSY 281,
REL 110, REL 211, REL 212,
RUS 111, RUS 112, RUS 211, RUS 212,
SOC 210, SOC 213,
SPA 111, SPA 112, SPA 211, SPA 212
List 5B
Select one Course - 4 Credits
The following courses are classified as general education within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA).
UGETC courses are part of this list.
Students should select these courses based on their intended major and transfer university.
MAT 152, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 273
List 6
OTHER REQUIRED HOURS (15 SHC)
Academic Transition (1 SHC)
The following Course is required:
ACA 122 College Transfer for Success - 1 Credit
Select 14 Credits
The following courses are classified as pre-major, elective or general education within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA).
UGETC courses are part of this list.
Students should select these courses based on their intended major and transfer university.
Courses offered at Forsyth Tech
ACC 120, ACC 121,
ANT 210, ANT 220,
ARA 111, ARA 112, ARA 211, ARA 212,
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, ART 116, ART 118, ART 121, ART 122, ART 131, ART 132, ART 135, ART 171,
ART 215, ART 240, ART 241, ART 264, ART 265, ART 266, ART 267, ART 281, ART 282, ART 283, ART 284,
AST 111, AST 111A, AST 151, AST 151A, AST 152, AST 152A
BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 120, BIO 130, BIO 140, BIO 140A, BIO 143, BIO 146, BIO 150, BIO 163,
BIO 168, BIO 169, BIO 175, BIO 250, BIO 271, BIO 275,
BUS 110, BUS 115, BUS 137,
CHI 111, CHI 112, CHI 211, CHI 212,
CHM 130, CHM 130A, CHM 131, CHM 131A, CHM 132, CHM 151, CHM 152, CHM 251, CHM 252, CHM 263,
CIS 110, CIS 115,
CJC 111, CJC 113, CJC 121, CJC 141, CJC 212
COM 110, COM 120, COM 140, COM 231,
CSC 134, CSC 139, CSC 151, CSC 239, CSC 249, CSC 251
CTS 115,
DRA 111, DRA 112, DRA 120, DRA 130, DRA 131, DRA 140, DRA 141, DRA 142, DRA 170, DRA 171, DRA 240,
DRA 260,
ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252,
EDU 144, EDU 145, EDU 216, EDU 221,
ENG 113, ENG 114, ENG 125, ENG 126, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241, ENG 242, ENG 261,
ENG 262, ENG 275,
FRE 111, FRE 112,
GEL 111, GEL 113, GEL 120, GEL 230,
GEO 110, GEO 111, GEO 112,
GIS 111,
HEA 110,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132, HIS 231,
HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 161,
HUM 170, HUM 180, HUM 212, HUM 220, HUM 230
JOU 110, JOU 216, JOU 217,
MAT 152, MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 273, MAT 280, MAT 285,
MUS 110, MUS 111, MUS 112, MUS 121, MUS 122, MUS 123, MUS 131, MUS 132, MUS 210, MUS 211,
MUS 212,
PED 110, PED 111, PED 113, PED 115, PED 117, PED 119, PED 120, PED 121, PED 122, PED 125,
PED 128, PED 130, PED 137, PED 139, PED 142, PED 143, PED 145, PED 147, PED 181,
PED 216, PED 217, PED 230, PED 231, PED 232, PED 233, PED 236, PED 237, PED 239,
PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240,
PHY 110, PHY 110A, PHY 151, PHY 152, PHY 251, PHY 252,
POL 110, POL 120, POL 130, POL 220,
PSY 150, PSY 215, PSY 231, PSY 237, PSY 241, PSY 259, PSY 281,
REL 110, REL 211, REL 212,
RUS 111, RUS 112, RUS 211, RUS 212,
SOC 210, SOC 213, SOC 242,
SPA 111, SPA 112, , SPA 141, SPA 161, SPA 211, SPA 212, SPA 221,
WBL 111 This course is Not Transferrable
All of the above courses have been approved as part of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) approved by the State Board of Community Colleges in February 2014.
Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation
Curriculum Description
The Associate in Science degree shall be granted for a planned program of study consisting of a minimum of 60 semester hours of credit (SHC) of college transfer courses. Within the degree program, the institution shall include opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and the basic computer use.
The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (ICAA) enables North Carolina community college graduates of two-year associate in science programs who are admitted to constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina and to Signatory Institutions of North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities to transfer with junior status.
Community college graduates must obtain a grade of “C” or better in each course and an overall GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in order to transfer with a junior status. Courses may also transfer through bilateral agreements between institutions.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Science
A1040T
NC CIP: 24.0101
Day, Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
EDU 216 | Foundations of Education | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Trigonometry | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
Brief Calculus | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
Calculus I | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
Calculus II | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
12 | 4 | 0 | 14 |
Spring Semester | |||||
EDU 187 | Teaching and Learning for All | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 4 |
___ ___ | Natural Science Elective | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
6 | 3 | 0 | 15 |
Fall Semester | |||||
EDU 279 | Literacy Develop and Instruct | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
SOC 225 | Social Diversity | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Trigonometry | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | |
OR | |||||
Brief Calculus | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
Calculus I | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
Calculus II | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
9 | 5 | 0 | 14 |
Spring Semester | |||||
EDU 250 | Teacher Licensure Preparation | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | General Education Elective | * | * | * | 4 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Natural Science Elective | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
___ ___ | Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
6 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Additional Information
General Education Elective - Select 11 credits -
ANT 210 ANT 220
ARA 111 ARA 112 ARA 211 ARA 212
ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, ART 116,
AST 111, AST 111A, AST 151, AST 151A, AST 152, AST 152A
BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 112, BIO 120, BIO 130, BIO 140, BIO 140A,
CHI 111, CHI 112, CHI 211, CHI 212,
CHM 131, CHM 131A, CHM 132, CHM 151, CHM 152,
CIS 110, CIS 115,
COM 110, COM 120, COM 140, COM 231,
DRA 111, DRA 112,
ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252,
ENG 113, ENG 114, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 233, ENG 241,
ENG 242, ENG 261, ENG 262,
FRE 111, FRE 112,
GEL 111, GEL 113, GEL 120, GEL 230,
GEO 111, GEO 112,
HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 121, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132,
HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 161,
HUM 212, HUM 220,
MAT 171, MAT 172, MAT 263, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 273,
MUS 110, MUS 112, MUS 210, MUS 211, MUS 212,
PHI 215, PHI 230, PHI 240,
PHY 110, PHY 110A, PHY 151, PHY 152, PHY 251, PHY 252
POL 110, POL 120, POL 220,
PSY 150, PSY 237, PSY 241, PSY 281,
REL 110, REL 211, REL 212,
RUS 111, RUS 112, RUS 211, RUS 212,
SOC 210, SOC 213,
SPA 111, SPA 112, SPA 211, SPA 212
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select 3 hours - ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, DRA 111, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Natural Science Elective - Select 8 credits from one group:
CHM 151/CHM 152
PHY 151/PHY 152
PHY 251/PHY 252
AST 151/AST 151A/BIO 110
AST 151/AST 151A/GEL 111
AST 151/AST 151A/PHY 110/PHY 110A
BIO 111/BIO 112
BIO 110/GEL 111
BIO 110/PHY 110/PHY 110A
GEL 111/PHY 110/PHY 110A
Social/Behavioral Science Elective - Select 3 hours:
ECO 251, ECO 252, HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 131, HIS 132, POL 120, PSY 150, SOC 210
*Hours will vary depending on course selection.
2021FA - New AS Degree
Automotive Systems Technology
Curriculum Description
Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Pathway: Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Program Major Automotive Systems Technology
Pathway Description
Curriculums in the Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair pathway prepare individuals for employment as entry-level transportation service technicians. The program provides an introduction to transportation industry careers and increases student awareness of the diverse technologies associated with this dynamic and challenging field.
Course work may include transportation systems theory, braking systems, climate control, design parameters, drive trains, electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, environmental regulations, materials, product finish, safety, steering/suspension, transmission/transaxles, and sustainable transportation, depending on the program major area chosen.
Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to enter careers as entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.
Program Major Description
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A60160
NC CIP: 47.0604
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
AUT 163 | Adv Auto Electricity | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
ENG 115 | Oral Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
TRN 110 | Intro to Transport Tech | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
TRN 120 | Basic Transp Electricity | 4 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
10 | 8 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AUT 141 | Suspension & Steering Sys | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 141A | Suspension & Steering Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
AUT 151 | Brake Systems | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 151A | Brakes Systems Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
AUT 181 | Engine Performance I | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 181A | Engine Performance 1 Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Select one: | |||||
Freshman Composition | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
9 | 18 | 0 | 15 |
Summer Term | |||||
AUT 183 | Engine Performance 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
TRN 140 | Transp Climate Control | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
TRN 140A | Transp Climate Cont Lab | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
7 | 10 | 0 | 14 |
Fall Semester | |||||
Select one: | |||||
Automotive Servicing I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | |
OR | |||||
Work-Based Learning I | (0) | (0) | (20) | (2) | |
AUT 116 | Engine Repair | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 116A | Engine Repair Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
AUT 231 | Man Trans/Axles/Drtrains | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 231A | Man Trans/Ax Drtrians Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
TRN 130 | Intro to Sustainable Transp | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
6 | 20 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AUT 221 | Auto Transm/Transaxles | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 221A | Auto Transm/Transax Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
PHY 122 | Applied Physics II | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
TRN 145 | Adv Transp Electronics | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Automotive Servicing 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
OR | |||||
Work-Based Learning II | (0) | (0) | (20) | (2) | |
8 | 14 | 0 | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 68
Additional Information
The Automotive Systems Technology program at Forsyth Tech is certified by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF). Per NATEF recommendations, students are required to purchase his/her own tool set to take this program of study.
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Automotive Systems Technology
Curriculum Description
Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Pathway: Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Program Major Automotive Systems Technology
Pathway Description
Curriculums in the Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair pathway prepare individuals for employment as entry-level transportation service technicians. The program provides an introduction to transportation industry careers and increases student awareness of the diverse technologies associated with this dynamic and challenging field.
Course work may include transportation systems theory, braking systems, climate control, design parameters, drive trains, electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, environmental regulations, materials, product finish, safety, steering/suspension, transmission/transaxles, and sustainable transportation, depending on the program major area chosen.
Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to enter careers as entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.
Program Major Description
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems.
The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y D60160P1)
Diploma
D60160 REVISED
NC CIP: 47.0604
Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
AUT 163 | Adv Auto Electricity | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
TRN 110 | Intro to Transport Tech | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
TRN 120 | Basic Transp Electricity | 4 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
7 | 8 | 0 | 10 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AUT 141 | Suspension & Steering Sys | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 141A | Suspension & Steering Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
AUT 151 | Brake Systems | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 151A | Brakes Systems Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
4 | 12 | 0 | 8 |
Summer Term | |||||
AUT 181 | Engine Performance I | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 181A | Engine Performance 1 Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
TRN 140 | Transp Climate Control | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
TRN 140A | Transp Climate Cont Lab | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
4 | 10 | 0 | 8 |
Fall Semester | |||||
AUT 116 | Engine Repair | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 116A | Engine Repair Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
5 | 6 | 0 | 7 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AUT 183 | Engine Performance 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
PHY 122 | Applied Physics II | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
TRN 130 | Intro to Sustainable Transp | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
7 | 10 | 0 | 11 |
Total Credit Hours: 44
Additional Information
The Automotive Systems Technology program at Forsyth Technical Community College is certified by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF). Per NATEF recommendations, students are required to purchase his/her own tool set to take this program of study.
Automotive Systems Technology - Toyota T-Ten
Curriculum Description
Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Pathway: Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Program Major Automotive Systems Technology
Pathway Description
Curriculums in the Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair pathway prepare individuals for employment as entry-level transportation service technicians. The program provides an introduction to transportation industry careers and increases student awareness of the diverse technologies associated with this dynamic and challenging field.
Course work may include transportation systems theory, braking systems, climate control, design parameters, drive trains, electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, environmental regulations, materials, product finish, safety, steering/suspension, transmission/transaxles, and sustainable transportation, depending on the program major area chosen.
Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to enter careers as entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.
Program Major Description
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems.
After completion of the T-TEN program, students should be prepared to take the ASE and Toyota certification exams. Students should be ready for full-time employment in Toyota and Lexus dealerships nationwide.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A60160TT Revised
NC CIP: 47.0604
Day, Partial Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall 1st 8-weeks | |||||
TRN 110 | Intro to Transport Tech | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
TRN 120 | Basic Transp Electricity | 4 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
Select one: | |||||
Freshman Composition | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Writing and Inquiry | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
8 | 5 | 0 | 10 |
Fall 2nd 8-weeks | |||||
AUT 163 | Adv Auto Electricity | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
TRN 145 | Adv Transp Electronics | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
4 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Spring 1st 8-weeks | |||||
AUT 141 | Suspension & Steering Sys | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 141A | Suspension & Steering Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
AUT 151 | Brake Systems | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 151A | Brakes Systems Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
4 | 12 | 0 | 8 |
Spring 2nd 8-weeks | |||||
AUT 116 | Engine Repair | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 116A | Engine Repair Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
Summer | |||||
AUT 181 | Engine Performance I | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 181A | Engine Performance 1 Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
TRN 140 | Transp Climate Control | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
TRN 140A | Transp Climate Cont Lab | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
4 | 10 | 0 | 8 |
Fall 1st 8-weeks | |||||
___ ___ | Communications Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
WBL 112 | Work-Based Learning I | 0 | 0 | 20 | 2 |
3 | 0 | 20 | 8 |
Fall 2nd 8-weeks | |||||
AUT 183 | Engine Performance 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
AUT 221 | Auto Transm/Transaxles | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 221A | Auto Transm/Transax Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
4 | 12 | 0 | 8 |
Spring 1st 8-weeks | |||||
PHY 122 | Applied Physics II | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
WBL 122 | Work-Based Learning II | 0 | 0 | 20 | 2 |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
6 | 2 | 20 | 9 |
Spring 2nd 8-weeks | |||||
AUT 231 | Man Trans/Axles/Drtrains | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AUT 231A | Man Trans/Ax Drtrians Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
TRN 130 | Intro to Sustainable Transp | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
4 | 8 | 0 | 7 |
Total Credit Hours: 68
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110
Communications Electives - Select one: COM 110, COM 120, COM 231, ENG 112, ENG 114, ENG 115
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Aviation Electronics (Avionics) Technology
Curriculum Description
This curriculum provides individuals with the basic knowledge and skills needed to enter the avionics career field as a technician and prepares students for the current avionics licensing agency examination.
Course work includes general aviation maintenance, sheet metal, airframe systems, electrical and electronic systems, practical wiring, navigation equipment, flight management and flight control systems, flight line testing and troubleshooting, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
Graduates should be prepared for the current avionics licensing agency examination and for entry-level employment as an avionics technician in an avionics repair station, an airfield fixed base operator's avionics facility, or an independent repair facility.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Due to COVID-19, the estimated start term may be extended.
Students interested in this program, should contact Mr. Greg Purvis, Aviation Program Coordinator, by email – gpurvis@forsythtech.edu.
Associate in Applied Science
A60150
NC CIP: 47.0609
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
AET 110 | Avionics-General | 10 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
13 | 15 | 0 | 18 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AET 120 | Sheet Metal Aircft Structures | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
AET 122 | Airframe Electrical | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
AET 124 | Airframe Systems I | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
AET 125 | Airframe Systems II | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
AET 126 | Electronics/Instruments | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 14 | 0 | 15 |
Summer Term | |||||
AET 130 | Aviation Engine Electrical Sys | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
AET 131 | Avionics Fundamentals | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
AET 210 | Practical Wiring/Factors | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 7 | 0 | 12 |
Fall Semester | |||||
AET 132 | FAA Regulations | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
AET 212 | Aviation Communication Systems | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
AET 214 | Aviation Navigation Systems | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
AET 216 | ATC Navigation Systems | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
AET 218 | Tactical Navigation Systems | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
5 | 15 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AET 220 | Flight Management | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
AET 222 | Aviation System Interconnect | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
AET 224 | Advanced Wire/Troubleshooting | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
AET 226 | Flight Line Testing | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
AET 228 | Avionics FCC Preparation | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Select one: | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
8 | 16 | 0 | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 73
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
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2021SP New AAS Degree
Aviation Systems Technology
Curriculum Description
The Aviation Systems Technology provides individuals with the knowledge and skills to qualify for an aircraft mechanic's certificate with airframe and/or powerplant ratings. The curriculum is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under 14 CFR Part 147, which governs aviation maintenance schools.
Course work includes aviation mathematics, FAA regulations, basic electricity, aircraft drawings; aircraft structures, systems, and components; aircraft engines, theory, systems, and components; and engine inspections and maintenance.
Employment opportunities exist as entry-level mechanics with air carriers, manufacturers, repair stations, fixed base operators, flight schools, and government aviation operations.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
This program is pending FAA site review and program approval.
Due to COVID-19, the estimated start term may be extended.
Students interested in this program, should contact Mr. Greg Purvis, Aviation Program Coordinator, by email - gpurvis@forsythtech.edu.
Associate in Applied Science
A60200
NC CIP: 47.0607
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
AVI 110 | Aviation Maintenance-Gen. | 10 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
13 | 15 | 0 | 18 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AVI 120 | Airframe Maintenance I | 6 | 18 | 0 | 12 |
Select one: | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
9 | 18 | 0 | 15 |
Summer Term | |||||
AVI 130 | Airframe Maintenance II | 6 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
Select one: | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
8 | 11 | 0 | 12 |
Fall Semester | |||||
AVI 230 | Airframe Maintenance III | 4 | 9 | 0 | 7 |
AVI 240 | Powerplant Maintenance I | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 |
COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
10 | 18 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester | |||||
AVI 250 | Powerplant Maintenance II | 10 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
13 | 15 | 0 | 18 |
Summer Term | |||||
AVI 260 | Powerplant Maint. III | 5 | 12 | 0 | 9 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
5 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 91
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
2021SP New AAS Degree
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Curriculum Description
Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is designed to give students essential skills required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, or municipal governments, or with private enterprise.
This program utilizes State commission-mandated topics and methods of instruction. General subjects include, but are not limited to, criminal, juvenile, civil, traffic, and alcohol beverage laws; investigative, patrol, custody, and court procedures; emergency responses; and ethics and community relations.
Students must successfully complete and pass all units of study mandated by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Education and Training Standards Commission to receive a certificate.
Certificate
C55120
NC CIP: 43.0107
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall or Spring Semester | |||||
CJC 110 | Basic Law Enforcement BLET | 10 | 30 | 0 | 20 |
10 | 30 | 0 | 20 |
Total Credit Hours: 20
Additional Information
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Biomedical Equipment Technology
Curriculum Description
Electrical Engineering Technology
Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
Pathway: Engineering and Technology
Program Major Biomedical Equipment Technology
Pathway Description
These curriculums are designed to prepare students through the study and application of principles from mathematics, natural sciences, and technology and applied processes based on these subjects.
Course work includes mathematics, natural sciences, engineering sciences and technology.
Graduates should qualify to obtain occupations such as technical service providers, materials and technologies testing services, process improvement technicians, engineering technicians, construction technicians and managers, industrial and technology managers, or research technicians.
Program Major Description
A course of study that prepares the students to use basic engineering principles and technical skills to install, operate, troubleshoot, and repair sophisticated devices and instrumentation used in the health care delivery system. Includes instruction in instrument calibration, design and installation testing, system safety and maintenance procedures, procurement and installation procedures, and report preparation. With an AAS degree and two years’ experience, an individual should be able to become a certified Biomedical Equipment Technician.
Instructional Service Agreement with Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
This curriculum model has been approved by Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute and the NCCCS office. It is recommended that students contact the Engineering Technologies Division for details and assistance with enrollment options. All BMT coures will be offered at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A50100
NC CIP: 15.0401
Day, Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2014
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BMT 111 | Intro to Biomed Field | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
ELC 131 | Circuit Analysis I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ELC 131A | Circuit Analysis I Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MAT 121 | Algebra/Trigonometry I | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
10 | 8 | 0 | 13 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ELN 131 | Analog Electronics I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
NET 125 | Introduction to Networks | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
NET 126 | Switching and Routing NEW VERSION 2022FA | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
PHY 131 | Physics-Mechanics | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
PSY 118 | Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
11 | 13 | 0 | 17 |
Summer Term | |||||
BMT 112 | Hospital Safety & Standards | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
BMT 120 | Biomedical Anatomy & Phy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
COM 120 | Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ELN 133 | Digital Electronics | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
10 | 7 | 0 | 13 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BMT 212 | BMET Instrumentation I | 3 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
BMT 223 | Imaging Tech/Laser Fund | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 114 | Prof Research & Reporting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
NET 175 | Wireless Technology | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
SEC 110 | Security Concepts | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
13 | 12 | 0 | 19 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BMT 213 | BMET Instrumentation II | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
BMT 225 | Biomed Troubleshooting | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
WBL 112 | Work-Based Learning I | 0 | 0 | 20 | 2 |
WBL 115 | Work-Based Learning Seminar I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
4 | 7 | 20 | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 74
Additional Information
This program is an instructional service agreement with Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. All courses with the BMT prefix are taught at CCCTI. BMT 111 is a one-day introductory course taught at CCCTI, and BMT 112 and BMT 120 can be taken online from CCCTI.
The following courses should be taken at Forsyth Tech: COM 120, ENG 111, MAT 121, ENG 113 or ENG 114, PSY 118 or PSY 150, ELN 131, ELN 133, NET 125, ELC 131, ELC 131A, NET 126, SEC 110, PHY 131, and Humanities/Fine Arts Elective.
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Biotechnology
Curriculum Description
Science and Math: Biotechnology
Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Pathway: Science and Mathematics
Program Major Biotechnology
Pathway Description
The Biotechnology curriculum, which has emerged from molecular biology and chemical engineering, is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology.
Course work emphasizes biology, chemistry, mathematics, and technical communications. The curriculum objectives are designed to prepare graduates to serve in three distinct capacities: research assistant to a biologist or chemist, laboratory technician/instrumentation technician, and quality control/quality assurance technician.
Graduates should be qualified for employment in various areas of industry and government, including research and development, manufacturing, sales, and customer service.
Program Major Description
A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences, biochemistry, and genetics to the preparation of new and enhanced agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products, including the commercial exploitation of microbes, plants, and animals. Potential course work includes instruction in general biology, general and organic chemistry, physics, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, genetics, and cellular biology.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A20100
NC CIP: 26.1201
Day, Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BIO 111 | General Biology I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Chemistry | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
AND | |||||
Introduction to Chemistry Lab | (0) | (3) | (0) | (1) | |
OR | |||||
General Chemistry I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
12 | 10 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BIO 112 | General Biology II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
BTC 150 | Bioethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MAT 152 | Statistical Methods I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
Select one: | |||||
Organic and Biochemistry | (3) | (3) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
General Chemistry II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
15 | 8 | 0 | 18 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BTC 181 | Basic Lab Techniques | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
OR | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | (**) | (**) | (**) | (4) |
OR | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | (**) | (**) | (**) | (5) |
Select one: | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | (*) | (*) | (*) | (3) |
OR | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
OR | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | (**) | (**) | (**) | (5) |
BIO 250 | Genetics | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
6 | 6 | 0 | 18 |
Spring Semester | |||||
Select one: | |||||
Public Speaking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | (*) | (*) | (*) | (3) |
OR | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
OR | |||||
___ ___ |
Technical Specialty Elective | (**) | (**) | (**) | (5) |
Select one: | |||||
Biotechnology Lab Experience | (0) | (6) | (0) | (2) | |
OR | |||||
Work-Based Learning I | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | |
OR | |||||
Work-Based Learning I | (0) | (0) | (20) | (2) | |
BIO 275 | Microbiology | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
6 | 3 | 10 | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 64
Additional Information
Technical Specialty Electives — Select a minimum of 11 credit hours: BTC 270, BTC 281, BTC 282, BTC 283, BTC 285, BTC 286, CHM 263, NAN 251
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 220, PHI 215, or PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Biotechnology
Curriculum Description
Science and Math: Biotechnology
Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Pathway:  Science and Mathematics
Program Major Biotechnology
Pathway Description
The Biotechnology curriculum, which has emerged from molecular biology and chemical engineering, is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology.
Course work emphasizes biology, chemistry, mathematics, and technical communications. The curriculum objectives are designed to prepare graduates to serve in three distinct capacities: research assistant to a biologist or chemist, laboratory technician/instrumentation technician, and quality control/quality assurance technician.
Graduates should be qualified for employment in various areas of industry and government, including research and development, manufacturing, sales, and customer service.
Program Major Description
A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences, biochemistry, and genetics to the preparation of new and enhanced agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products, including the commercial exploitation of microbes, plants, and animals. Potential course work includes instruction in general biology, general and organic chemistry, physics, biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, genetics, and cellular biology.
The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y D20100P1)
Diploma
D20100 REVISED
NC CIP: 26.1201
Day, Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BIO 111 | General Biology I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
BIO 112 | General Biology II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Precalculus Algebra | (3) | (2) | (0) | (4) | |
11 | 8 | 0 | 14 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BTC 181 | Basic Lab Techniques | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Chemistry | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
AND | |||||
Introduction to Chemistry Lab | (0) | (3) | (0) | (1) | |
OR | |||||
General Chemistry I | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | |
Select one: | |||||
Organic and Biochemistry | (3) | (3) | (0) | (4) | |
OR | |||||
General Chemistry II | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | |
___ ___ | Technical Specialty Elective | * | * | * | 3 |
9 | 9 | 0 | 15 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BIO 250 | Genetics | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
BIO 275 | Microbiology | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
6 | 6 | 0 | 8 |
Total Credit Hours: 37
Additional Information
2013FA New Diploma
Technical Specialty Electives — Select a minimum of 3 credit hours: BTC 270, BTC 281, BTC 285
These electives can be taken in the Spring semester or Second Fall semester, depending on course availability and student’s choice. Contact advisor for more information.
Broadcasting and Production Technology
Curriculum Description
Students enrolled in the Broadcasting Production Technology curriculum will develop professional skills in radio, television, audio, video, and related applications.
Training will emphasize speech, script writing, production planning, editing, and post production. Students will also study the development of the broadcasting industry, sales, ethics, law, marketing, and management. Hands-on training and teamwork approaches are essential to the instructional process.
Upon successful completion, students are prepared to enter broadcasting, production, and related industries in a variety of occupations.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
As of January 2022, this program no longer has a spring entry option. Students interested in starting general education classes in the spring should talk to an advisor.
Associate in Applied Science
A30120
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BPT 110 | Intro to Broadcasting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 112 | Broadcast Writing | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 131 | Audio/Radio Production I | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 135 | Radio Performance I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
12 | 16 | 0 | 18 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BPT 111 | Broadcast Law & Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 113 | Broadcast Sales | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 132 | Audio/Radio Production II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 136 | Radio Performance II | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
11 | 12 | 0 | 15 |
Summer Semester | |||||
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BPT 210 | Broadcast Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 215 | Broadcast Programming | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 231 | Video/TV Production I | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 235 | TV Performance I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
BPT 241 | Broadcast Journalism I | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 255 | Computer-Based Production | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
13 | 17 | 0 | 19 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BPT 232 | Video/TV Production II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 236 | TV Performance II | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
BPT 250 | Institutional Video | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 285 | Broadcast Prod Capstone | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
7 | 23 | 0 | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 73
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110
Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Broadcasting and Production Technology - Radio Production
Curriculum Description
Students enrolled in the Broadcasting Production Technology curriculum will develop professional skills in radio, television, audio, video, and related applications.
Training will emphasize speech, script writing, production planning, editing, and post production. Students will also study the development of the broadcasting industry, sales, ethics, law, marketing, and management. Hands-on training and teamwork approaches are essential to the instructional process.
Upon successful completion, students are prepared to enter broadcasting, production, and related industries in a variety of occupations.
The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain a Diploma in Broadcasting and Production Technology with an emphasis in Radio Production.
Diploma
D30120RP
NC CIP: 10.0202
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BPT 110 | Intro to Broadcasting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 112 | Broadcast Writing | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 131 | Audio/Radio Production I | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 135 | Radio Performance I | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
12 | 16 | 0 | 18 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BPT 111 | Broadcast Law & Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 113 | Broadcast Sales | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BPT 132 | Audio/Radio Production II | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
BPT 136 | Radio Performance II | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
11 | 12 | 0 | 15 |
Summer Term | |||||
WEB 111 | Intro to Web Graphics | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 36
Additional Information
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Business Administration - General Track
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25120BA REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
12 | 4 | 0 | 14 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
BUS 125 | Personal Finance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 255 | Org Behavior in Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
15 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
Summer Term | |||||
Select one: | |||||
Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
6 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 121 | Prin of Managerial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Accounting Software Appl | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
OR | |||||
Employment Law and Regs | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Entrepreneurship I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Human Resource Management | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Small Business Management | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Survey of Economics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Microeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Macroeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
13 | 5 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BUS 239 | Bus Applications Seminar | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Individual Income Taxes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Testing and Assessment | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Intro to ACC Spreadsheets | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
OR | |||||
Training and Development | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Spreadsheet | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
___ ___ | Business Elective | ** | ** | ** | 1 |
7 | 7 | 0 | 11 |
Total Credit Hours: 65
Additional Information
Business Electives — Select one credit hour: BAF 143, INT 110, MKT 223, WBL 111
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110.
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Business Administration - Global Entrepreneurship
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y C25120G1)
Certificate
C25120GE
NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
8 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BAF 143 | Financial Planning | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
INT 110 | International Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 18
Additional Information
Global Entrepreneurship is a certificate under the curriculum title of Business Administration. This certificate is designed to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth as self-employed business owners.
Course work includes developing a student’s ability to make informed decisions as future business owners. Courses include general management concepts, international business and marketing. Additional course work includes computers and business law.
Through these skills, students will have a sound education base in global entrepreneurship for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared to be self-employed and open their own businesses.
Business Administration - Human Resources
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Certificate
C25120HR
NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Evening, Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 217 | Employment Law and Regs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 255 | Org Behavior in Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BUS 153 | Human Resource Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 234 | Training and Development | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 257 | Testing and Assessment | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 18
Additional Information
Human Resources is a certificate under the curriculum title of Business Administration. This certificate is designed to meet the demands of business and service agencies with development of generalists and specialists in the administration, training, and management of human resources.
Course work includes studies in management, interviewing, placement, needs assessment, and training techniques. Also included are topics such as people skills, learning approaches, skills building, and development of instructional and training materials.
Graduates will be prepared for employment opportunities in personnel, training, and other human resources development areas.
Business Administration - International Business
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y C25120I1)
Certificate
C25120IB
NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
INT 110 | International Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
INT 210 | International Trade | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
INT 230 | International Law | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MKT 224 | International Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 18
Additional Information
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Business Administration - International Business Global Track
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in International Business Global.
The International Business Global Management track is a unique concentration under the Business Administration curriculum title. The track is designed to prepare individuals for positions in international business through studies in business, social science, foreign language, and specialized courses in international marketing, law, economics, and trade practices. Students will be expected to demonstrate language skills; a knowledge of geographic, political, and cultural differences; the ability to process import/export documentation; and a knowledge of international economics and business practices.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25120IB
NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
INT 110 | International Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
15 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester | |||||
INT 230 | International Law | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Business Elective | ** | ** | ** | 4 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
Select one: | |||||
Survey of Economics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Microeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Macroeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
13 | 2 | 0 | 18 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
INT 220 | International Economics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
SPA 111 | Elementary Spanish I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
17 | 2 | 0 | 18 |
Spring Semester | |||||
ACC 270 | International Accounting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
INT 210 | International Trade | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MKT 224 | International Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
12 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
Total Credit Hours: 67
Additional Information
Business Electives — Select 4 credit hours: ACC 121, ACC 149, BUS 116, BUS 225, CTS 130, INT 180, SPA 112, WBL 111
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110
Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
Business Administration - Public Administration Track
Curriculum Description
Business Administration
Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration, Finance, Government & Public Administration, and Marketing
Pathway: Business Administration
Program Major Business Administration
Pathway Description
The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, economics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communication, team building, and decision making. Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Public Administration.
The Public Administration track prepares students for entry into management positions in state/local governments and not-for-profit organizations, provides education for current government employees, and informs citizens of governmental functions.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25120PA
NC CIP: 52.0201
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Course | Course Title | HOURS PER WEEK | |||
Class | Lab/ Shop | Clinical/ WBL | Credit |
Fall Semester | |||||
ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PAD 151 | Intro to Public Admin | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
Select one: | |||||
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
12 | 6 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BUS 255 | Org Behavior in Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PAD 251 | Public Finance & Budgeting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Survey of Economics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Microeconomics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prin of Macroeconomics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
Select one: | |||||
Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
12 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
Summer Term | |||||
BUS 153 | Human Resource Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Business Elective | ** | ** | ** | 1 |
6 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Fall Semester | |||||
BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PAD 252 | Public Policy Analysis | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one: | |||||
Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
OR | |||||
Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
OR | |||||
Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
15 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester | |||||
BUS 240 | Business Ethics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
BUS 260 | Business Communication | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MKT 228 | Service Marketing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
PAD 254 | Grant Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |