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NHTI-Concord’s Community College
Academic
Course
Descriptions
2020-2021
www.nhti.edu
DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this catalog is to be used as a guide to NHTI—Concord’s Community College for
the students, staff members, prospective students and other educational institutions. All information including but not
limited to: costs, rules, regulations, program requirements, course content and staff, is subject to change at any time. The
college reserves the right to modify aspects of college operations as well as to change tuition and other charges without
notice.
Limitations: The information contained in this catalog is to be used as a guide to NHTI—Concord’s Community College for
its students, staff members, prospective students and other educational institutions. Information provided in the
publication is reflective of that which is in effect at the time of preparation September 21, 2020. Program information,
program requirements as well as information on policies, courses and fees are subject to change without notice. An
Addendum containing updated information not included in this publication is available at the Main Office of NHTI—
Concord’s Community College and on the college website. Information in this catalog should also be verified by a college
Academic Advisor. NHTI—Concord’s Community College reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or combine class sections,
to limit registrations, as well as change instructors.
Revised: 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 1MCET 101........................................................................ 54
Table of Contents
Medical Coding ............................................................... 54
Accounting ....................................................................... 1
Mental Health................................................................. 54
Addiction Counseling........................................................ 1
Nursing (RN) ................................................................... 55
Advanced Manufacturing Processes ................................. 2
Orthopaedic Technology ................................................. 56
Agriculture ....................................................................... 2
Paralegal Studies ............................................................ 58
Allied Dental Education .................................................... 3
Paramedic Emergency Medicine ..................................... 60
Animation and Graphic Game Programming..................... 5
Peer Mentoring............................................................... 61
Anthropology ................................................................... 7
Philosophy ...................................................................... 61
Architectural Engineering Technology Architectural Focus7
Physics ............................................................................ 62
Architectural Engineering Technology
Civil Focus/Civil Engineering Technology .......................... 9 Political Science .............................................................. 62
Biology ............................................................................. 9 Psychology ...................................................................... 63
Building Inspector and Plans Examiner ............................12 Radiation Therapy .......................................................... 63
Business Administration ..................................................13 Radiologic Technology .................................................... 65
Chemistry ........................................................................14 Reading .......................................................................... 66
Communications .............................................................15 Recreation and Wellness................................................. 67
Computed Tomography ...................................................15 Robotics and Automation Engineering Technology ......... 67
Computer Aided Design ...................................................16 Science ........................................................................... 68
Computer Engineering Technology ..................................16 Sociology ........................................................................ 68
Criminal Justice ...............................................................17 Sports Management ....................................................... 69
Diagnostic Medical Sonography.......................................18 Student Leadership ......................................................... 70
Digital Communications ..................................................19 Visual Arts ...................................................................... 70
Early Childhood Education ...............................................19 Number sequencing to the right of the course name means the
following: first digit designates the number of lecture hours for the
Economics .......................................................................22 course; the second digit designates the number of lab, clinic or
Education/Teacher Education Conversion Program .........22 practicum hours; and the third digit designates the credit hours for
the course.
Electronic Engineering Technology ..................................28
Prerequisite: a course that must be passed prior to proceeding with
English.............................................................................29 a more advanced course; minimum passing grade for a prerequisite
course is a "D minus" unless otherwise indicated.
English as a Second Language ..........................................35
Environmental Science ....................................................36 Corequisite: a course that must be taken concurrently (at the same
time) with another course. (Note that with departmental permission,
Fine Arts ..........................................................................37
a corequisite course may sometimes be taken in advance of the
Foreign Language ............................................................39 course for which it is a corequisite.)
General Studies ...............................................................40
Course descriptions are presented by subject heading with
Geography ......................................................................40 corresponding lettered course designator.
Geology ...........................................................................40
Courses numbered 100-199: These courses are typically introductory
Gerontology ....................................................................40 and/or freshman-level courses. Some may require assessment
testing and/or completion of prerequisites prior to enrollment.
Health Science .................................................................41
History ............................................................................41 Courses numbered 200 or higher: Instruction in these courses
assumes that students will have successfully completed one or more
Hospitality and Tourism Management.............................42 semesters of college-level study prior to enrollment. Additionally,
Human Service ................................................................44 some courses may require one or more specific prerequisites.
Industrial Design Technology ...........................................44
Information Technology ..................................................45
Interdisciplinary ..............................................................48
Landscape Design ............................................................49
Learning Support .............................................................50
Legal Nurse Consultant ....................................................50
Manufacturing Engineering Technology ..........................51
Mechanical Engineering Technology ................................53Accounting Addiction Counseling
ACCT 101C Accounting I 3-0-3 ADCL 120C Survey of Addictive Behaviors and Treatment
An introduction to accounting procedures and principles 3-0-3
covering the accounting cycle, accounting for a A study of addictive behaviors and treatment from a multi-
merchandising business, special journals, control over cash, modal presentation of historical, sociological, political and
receivables, and inventories. A grade of “C-” or higher must medical issues and their importance relative to the
be achieved to continue with the next accounting course. treatment of addictive behaviors in today's society.
ACCT 102C Accounting II 3-0-3 ADCL 205C Fundamentals of Dependency Counseling Skills
A continuation of the fundamentals of accounting concepts 3-0-3
and procedures, including the following topics: depreciation, This course includes a comprehensive and detailed study of
payroll, notes payable, bonds, partnerships and corporations. application both in documentation and treatment of the 12
A grade of “C-” or higher must be achieved to continue with core functions. Emphasis will be on preparation for on-site
the next accounting course. (Prerequisite: A grade of “C-” or practice and for eventual state and national licensure and
better in ACCT 101C.) certification. (Prerequisite: ADCL 120C or permission of
Department Chair of Human Service.)
ACCT 110C Managerial Accounting 3-0-3
A study of the analysis, reporting and use of accounting data ADCL 230C The Four Domains of the Certified Recovery
as a management tool for planning, control and decision Support Worker (CRSW) 3-0-3
making. Specific areas of study include break-even analysis, This eight-week online course includes detailed and
financial statement analysis, cost classification and allocation, comprehensive information on the educational components
standard costing and variance analysis, and budgeting. required by the NH Licensing Board for Alcohol and Other
(Prerequisite: ACCT 102C.) Drug Use Professional as well as education in the Four
Domains of the CRSW credential. This course meets the
ACCT 205C Intermediate Accounting I 4-0-4 educational requirements for the CRSW. To receive the
A review of the overall accounting cycle, followed by an in- CRSW certification, however, students must contact the
depth study of accounting concepts and FASB statements Licensing Board and meet additional requirements which
dealing with topics to include balance sheets, income include 500 hours of paid or volunteer work, completion of
statements, receivables, inventories, and cash flows. the IC&RC exam, and any other conditions as required by the
(Prerequisite: ACCT 102C.) Board. This Credential is ideal for anyone seeking a career in
the substance use disorder profession, specifically pertaining
to the recovery of individuals suffering from the disease of
ACCT 206C Intermediate Accounting II 4-0-4
addiction.
A study of accounting principles dealing with asset
acquisition and retirements, long term investments, current
and contingent liabilities, debt securities and equity ADCL 235C Physiology and Pharmacology of Addiction 3-0-3
securities, capital structure of corporations, revenue An in-depth study of psychopharmacological aspects of drugs
recognition, and leases. (Prerequisite: ACCT 205C.) is covered including a study of brain and body drug
metabolism, medical complications and the treatment of
psychiatric disorders as outlined in the most current edition
ACCT 230C Taxes 4-0-4
of the DSM. (Prerequisite: ADCL 120C or permission of the
A study of the Internal Revenue Tax Code as it relates to
Program Coordinator of Addiction Counseling or the
individuals and small businesses. This course will include an
Department Chair of Human Service.)
examination of income recognition, deductions for and from
AGI, tax credits, depreciation calculations and analysis of
capital gains and losses. The student will apply this ADCL 296C Addiction Practicum I* 2-8-4
knowledge in preparation of income tax returns and related The first internship experience offers 30 hours of classroom-
forms. (Prerequisite: ACCT 102C or permission of based group clinical supervision in support of 125 hours of
Department Chair of Accounting) fieldwork in an approved clinical setting. The student initially
learns to integrate into an agency atmosphere within which
they may research, observe, role-play and practice the
ACCT 250C Cost Accounting 3-0-3
fundamental skills of screening, intake, orientation,
Provides cost accounting fundamentals including
assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case
manufacturing statements, job cost systems, process cost
management, crisis intervention, client education, referral,
systems, standard costs and cost analysis. (Prerequisite:
record keeping and consultation. (Prerequisites: ADCL 120C,
ACCT 102C.)
ADCL 205C, HSV 111C, MHTH 187C, PSYC 105C, PSYC 283C,
and HSV 242C, each with a grade of “C” or higher; PSYC 220C
and ADCL 235C may be taken as a prerequisite or a
corequisite; or by permission of the Program Coordinator of
Addiction Counseling or the Department Chair of Human
Service.)
Revised 10/30/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 1ADCL 297C Addiction Practicum II* 2-8-4 programming skills and give them additional practice time on
The second internship experience offers 30 hours of actual CNC machines. (Prerequisite: MNFP 110C.)
classroom-based group clinical supervision in support of 125
hours of fieldwork in an approved clinical setting. The MNFP 114C Applied Shop Mathematics II 3-0-3
student assumes increased responsibility culminating in This is a second course in Applied Shop Mathematics covering
substantial use of the fundamental skills of screening, intake, in-depth practical mathematical problems taken from the
orientation, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, machine tool industry. Emphasis is placed on applied
case management, crisis intervention, client education, geometry and applied trigonometry using various techniques
referral, record keeping and consultation in direct contact and methods to solve complex toolroom type machine
with clients/patients. A greater understanding of available problems. (Prerequisite: MNFP 104C)
treatment resources is accomplished via an inspection of the
state-wide continuum-of-care. (Prerequisites: AD 296 with a
MNFP 115C Engineering Drawing II 2-2-3
grade of “C” or higher and permission of the Program
This is a second course in reading, interpreting, and analyzing
Coordinator of Addiction Counseling or the Department Chair
engineering drawings and the information conveyed to the
of Human Service.)
machine operator or tool maker. This course will give the
student more exposure to engineering drawings and a better
* The student will also complete an interview with the understanding for interpretation of the information
Practicum Coordinator the semester prior to the first presented. Students will also create hand sketches and be
scheduled practicum. Special requests regarding practicum introduced to a Computer Aided Design, CAD, software to
entrance may be brought to the Department Chair by the create working drawings. (Prerequisite: MNFP 105C)
student. Review of the requests will be made by the
department faculty and special exemptions may be made
MNFP 203C Manufacturing Processes III 1-9-4
for entrance into the practicum.
A third course in Manufacturing Processes covers
complicated machine tool techniques and processes used in
Advanced Manufacturing Processes general machine shop practice. High precision machine work
is the focus with tool making projects. Students will make
various complicated lab projects which reflect tool making
MNFP 105C Engineering Drawing I 2-2-3
ability. (Prerequisite: MFNP 102C)
Understanding and interpreting engineering drawings is an
essential tool for the machine tool technician. Basic
engineering drawing practices will be covered including, MNFP 204C Manufacturing Processes IV 1-9-4
multi-view projection, dimensioning, section and auxiliary A fourth course in Manufacturing Processes covers more
views, basic GD&T concepts, hole/thread callouts. Sketching elaborate tool making concepts and techniques. Lab projects
assignments will reinforce common drawing practices and include complicated machining of high tolerance parts.
conventions. While the course focuses on reading and Laboratory work will include the traditional manual machines
understanding drawings, a basic introduction to Computer as well as CNC machining centers. (Prerequisite: MNFP 203C)
Aided Design, CAD will be included.
Agriculture
MNFP 110C CNC Programming & Operation I 3-3-4
This course covers fundamentals of computer numerical
AGRI 110C Sustainable Agriculture I 3-2-4
control, CNC. Basic programming and operation of CNC
Students will learn about agricultural disease and pest
machines are covered. The course begins with manual
identification and management, ratios and proportions for
programming practices so that the student will understand
mixing fertilizers and additives, soil and water chemistry,
the programming code and its structure. Standard safety
niche market identification, agricultural adaptation to climate
conventions will be introduced for safe programming
change in New England, as well as local and federal
practice. Computer simulation exercises will facilitate the
regulations and an introduction to resources for farmers.
learning process as the student gains practice in checking and
Lecture format will include formal lectures, guest speakers,
trouble-shooting programs. The basic operation of CNC
and field trips. Labs will include in-lab research and
milling machines and lathes are covered. The lab uses
experiments, as well as on and off campus fieldwork.
software simulations where students test their program prior
Students will choose an area of specialization, based on their
to use on the CNC machines, and actual CNC machine
market niche, to begin the development of their portfolio.
operation. The lab is geared so that students will understand
what and how the program and machine will function.
(Prerequisite: MNFP 101C) AGRI 112C Practical Applications for Sustainable Agriculture
I (8 weeks) 1-3-2
This course will take place at a local farm using sustainable
MNFP 112C CNC Programming & Operation II 3-3-4
agriculture practices. Students will participate in all levels of
This course is a continuation of CNC Programming &
farm operation from seed selection and ordering to pest, soil
Operation I. Advance programming methods and practices
and water management, and transplanting crops. Focus areas
are covered in more detail. An introduction to computer
will include soil analysis, financial and regulatory record
aided manufacturing, CAM, is used to generate more complex
keeping, greenhouse set up, chemical use and safety, and
part geometries using a software package. Advanced machine
equipment selection and operation.
operations will also be covered such as 4-axis programming
and machining. The lab will allow the student to practice
Revised 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 2AGRI 115C Practical Applications for Sustainable Agriculture the oral cavity to include neoplastic disease and the
II (8 weeks- summer only) 1-3-2 inflammatory response. (Prerequisite: ADED 110C.)
This course will take place at a local farm using sustainable
agriculture practices. Students will be involved in harvesting, ADED 113C Clinical Dental Hygiene I 1-8-3
crop rotation and direct sowing, pest management, soil A pre-clinical course for the development and application of
health and watering. Students will also gain practical information relating to preventive dental hygiene services.
knowledge about bringing a product to market, food safety Includes topics on asepsis, infection control, gathering and
and contamination, food and crop loss, health and safety evaluating patient medical and dental histories, legal and
regulations and documentation. Students will build a ethical considerations, body mechanics, intra and extra oral
portfolio that can be adapted and used when they work in exams, and instrumentation. Use of adjunct dental hygiene
the field. The portfolio will contain all necessary licenses, aids is also taught. Skills will be practiced on student
certifications and financial documentation needed for all partners. A classroom seminar for learning activities and
agricultural businesses. group discussion is included. All students enrolled in ADED
113C will be charged a $500 per semester clinical surcharge.
(Corequisites: ADED 100C and ADED 134C.)
Allied Dental Education
ADED 114C Clinical Dental Hygiene II 1-8-3
A grade of “C” or higher is required in BIOL 195C, BIOL 196C,
Clinical Dental Hygiene II is a continuation of Clinical Dental
BIOL 202C and CHEM 125C, and in ADED courses (unless
Hygiene I. Students will apply techniques learned in Clinical
course syllabi state otherwise), to progress in the Dental
Dental Hygiene I directly on clinical patients. Emphasis is
Hygiene Program. Courses with virtual/online labs are not
placed on the introduction of additional dental hygiene
accepted.
instruments, as well as dental health education techniques.
A classroom seminar for learning activities and group
ADED 100C Dental Hygiene I 2-0-2 discussion is included. All students enrolled in ADED 114C
An introduction to the theories and principles of the delivery will be charged a $500 per semester clinical surcharge.
of dental hygiene care, including evaluation of the patient, (Prerequisites: ADED 100C, ADED 113C, and ADED 134C.).
professional and clinical services. Emphasis will be placed on
current concepts in preventive dentistry.
ADED 126C Nutrition 2-0-2
Essentials of adequate diet, vitamins and nutritional
ADED 103C Dental Hygiene II 2-0-2 balances/imbalances, emphasizing total body heath and
An introduction to common systemic diseases with emphasis dental care are discussed. Emphasis is placed on oral
on dental hygiene treatment planning and management of manifestation of nutritional diseases, dietary analysis and
medical and dental emergencies. Topics discussed during counseling for the prevention of dental caries and
seminar include substance abuse, stress, occupational and periodontal disease. (Prerequisite CHEM 125C with a
environmental hazards and special needs patients. minimum grade of "C")
(Prerequisite: BIOL 195C with a minimum grade of "C," ADED
100C, ADED 113C and ADED 134C.)
ADED 134C Oral Anatomy I 2-1-2
A detailed study of the anatomy of the deciduous and
ADED 105C Dental Radiology for Dental Assisting 2-3-3 permanent dentitions. Also included is tooth eruption and
Lectures and demonstrations are coordinated with basic dental terminology. This course includes laboratory
laboratory practice on mannequins to develop mastery of sessions which are coordinated with lectures to provide
dental radiographic techniques to include digital practical applications of dental anatomy.
radiography, processing, mounting and evaluating films.
Emphasis will be placed on client and operator protection,
ADED 136C Oral Anatomy II 2-0-2
exposure and processing errors, asepsis protocol,
A detailed study of the embryonic development and anatomy
radiographic techniques and equipment function. Two clients
of the hard and soft tissues of the face and oral cavity. Study
will be scheduled near the end of the term when students
of the anatomical structure of the head and neck with
exhibit acceptable and safe skills.
emphasis on the cranial nerves, muscles of mastication and
facial expression, temporomandibular joint, vascular and
ADED 110C Dental Assisting Science I 3-0-3 lymphatic systems, tooth development and histology of
A study of the anatomy of the head, emphasizing the dental tissues and supporting structures. (Prerequisite: BIOL
osteological landmarks and the structures of the oral cavity. 195C with a minimum grade of "C," ADED 113C and ADED
Both the permanent and primary dentitions are studied, 134C.)
including embryonic development and eruption patterns. In
addition, an introduction to the structure and function of the
ADED 140C Dental Radiology for Dental Hygiene 2-3-3
human body systems in health and disease will be presented.
Lectures and demonstrations are coordinated with
laboratory practice on mannequins to develop mastery of
ADED 111C Dental Assisting Science II 2-0-2 dental radiographic techniques as well as processing,
An introductory study of drugs with specific consideration of mounting and evaluating films. Other topics include the
those used in dentistry. Emphasis on drug origin, properties, principles of digital radiography, radiographic interpretation,
dosages and therapeutic effects. Studies in oral pathology radiographic landmarks and localization techniques.
will include signs and symptoms of the diseases common to Emphasis will be placed on patient and operator protection
Revised 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 3and equipment function. Patients will be scheduled near the processing and mounting radiographs. All students enrolled
end of the term when students exhibit acceptable skills. in ADED 196C will be charged a $500 per semester clinical
(Prerequisites: ADED 100C and ADED 134C; corequisites: surcharge. (Prerequisites: ADED 105C, ADED 110C, ADED
ADED 136C and ADED 114C.) 161C, ADED 175C and ADED 191C.)
ADED 155C Oral Hygiene Education/Nutrition 2-0-2 ADED 201C Dental Hygiene III 2-1-2
Methods of preventive oral hygiene education, including Lectures in periodontology with emphasis on the hygienist's
patient motivation, will be discussed. Lectures in nutrition role in detection and treatment of periodontal disease.
will stress the importance of good eating habits in Techniques of patient evaluation, instrumentation and
maintaining optimal general and dental health. Emphasis will prevention are taught in lecture and implemented in the
be given to the essential role of the dental assistant in laboratory/clinic situation. (Prerequisites: ADED 103C, ADED
counseling the patient in these disciplines. (Prerequisite: 114C ADED 136C, and ADED 140C.)
ADED 110C.)
ADED 212C Clinical Dental Hygiene III 1-12-4
ADED 161C Dental Materials-DA 2-3-3 Practical application of dental hygiene theories and
Study of the composition and properties of materials used in techniques with emphasis on individual patients’ oral health
dentistry. Laboratory sessions emphasize practice in needs and the further development of oral prophylactic and
manipulation of various materials. radiographic techniques, including the preparation of
diagnostic aids and patient education. Students will gain
ADED 162C Dental Materials-DH 2-3-3 experience through work in their on-campus clinical
An introduction to the composition and properties of dental assignments. All students enrolled in ADED 212C will be
materials with emphasis on materials currently utilized in charged a $500 per semester clinical surcharge.
dental and dental hygiene treatments. Laboratory sessions (Prerequisites: ADED 114C and ADED 201C.)
are coordinated with lectures to provide practice in
manipulation of materials with emphasis on impression ADED 221C Clinical Dental Hygiene IV 1-12-4
taking and preparation of study casts. (Prerequisite: CHEM Practical application of dental hygiene theories and
125C with a minimum grade of "C," ADED 114C and ADED techniques with emphasis on individual patients’ oral health
136C; or permission of the Department Chair of Allied Dental needs and the further development of oral prophylactic and
Education) radiographic techniques, including the preparation of
diagnostic aids and patient education. Students will gain
ADED 175C Dental Assisting Theory I 2-0-2 experience through work in their on-campus clinical
A course designed to teach the dental assisting student assignments. All students enrolled in ADED 221C will be
clinical techniques. Includes information on sterilization and charged a $500 per semester clinical surcharge.
disinfection techniques, charting, and the use of dental (Prerequisite: ADED 212C.)
equipment and instruments. Students are introduced to
four-handed chairside assisting as it pertains to all types of ADED 225C Dental Hygiene Community Clinic 0-4-1
dental procedures including oral evacuation, instrument Practical application of dental hygiene theories and
transfer, tray set-ups, and completing dental clinical records. techniques with emphasis on the oral health needs of special
Emphasis is placed on the dental health team concept. patient populations. Students will gain experience in a
variety of educational and public health settings.
ADED 182C Office Procedures and Management with (Prerequisites: ADED 114C and ADED 201C.)
Computer Applications 1-0-1
Development of working knowledge of office procedures to ADED 227C Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence 1-0-1
include telephone techniques, appointment scheduling and A study of the ethical and legal issues involved in dental care
filing systems. Lectures will include fundamentals of delivery as well as office management procedures.
bookkeeping systems, prepaid dental care plans, payroll and
inventory control. Information from lecture topics will be ADED 239C Concepts of Risk Management 2-0-2
integrated into Dental Assisting Theory II with the use of This course will orient the student to risk management of a
specialized office management software. (Prerequisite: ADED medical condition/emergency, and dental record
110C.) documentation. Ethics and jurisprudence topics related to
risk management are also included. (Prerequisite: ADED
ADED 191C Dental Assisting Clinical Experience I 0-4-1 110C)
Clinic sessions are coordinated with lectures in preclinical
theory. Demonstration and practice of all procedures in ADED 242C Community Dental Health I 2-0-2
simulated clinical situations including the dental assistant's Students will gain information in dental public health.
role in medical emergencies. All students enrolled in ADED Emphasis is on planning, education, healthcare promotion,
191C will be charged a $350.00 per semester clinical epidemiology, evidenced-based research, basic biostatistics,
surcharge. cultural competence, and healthcare financing. (Prerequisite:
ADED 201C.)
ADED 196C Dental Assisting Clinical Experience II 0-15-5
Experience in a dental office performing chair-side assisting, ADED 243C Community Dental Health II 1-0-1
laboratory procedures, office procedures, and exposing, Students will implement the theory base from DN 242 into
Revised 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 4the spring semester with practical applications of the ADED be included. (Prerequisites: ADED 105C, ADED 110C, ADED
242C course content. The course will entail completion of 161C, ADED 175C and ADED 191C.)
various projects and assignments with a community
emphasis. (Prerequisites: ADED 212C and ADED 242C.) ADED 298C Dental Assisting Clinical Experience III 2-8-4
(6 weeks)
ADED 244C Pain Management for the Dental Hygienist I Expanded opportunities in chair-side assisting to
1-3-2 encompass all dental specialties including orthodontics,
This course is designed to prepare student dental hygienists surgery, endodontics, pedodontics and prosthodontics.
for the safe and effective administration of local anesthesia A weekly seminar is held to evaluate the individual
nerve blocks and infiltrations. The course includes classroom, clinical experiences. (Prerequisite: ADED 196C.)
laboratory, and clinical instruction. Course topics include the
psychology of pain management, patient assessment and
treatment planning, anesthesia techniques, complications, Animation and Graphic Game
pharmacology of anesthetic agents, emergency precautions
and management, ethical considerations, and a review of
Programming
anatomy and physiology in relation to the administration of In addition to listed prerequisites, students must earn
anesthetic agents. Upon successful completion of this course, grades of “C” or higher in each major field course and AGGP
and graduation, participants will have completed the prerequisite to progress in the program.
educational requirements for a local anesthesia permit for
the state of New Hampshire. (Prerequisites: ADED 103C, AGGP 101C Introduction to Game Design and Creation with
ADED 114C, ADED 136C, ADED 140C, and CHEM 125C) Programming 2-3-3
introduces the student to game design with a focus on core
programming concepts and common game mechanics. No
ADED 246C Pain Management for the Dental Hygienist II prior knowledge of game development is assumed. Several
0-4- 1 hands-on game programming assignments demonstrate real
This course is designed to provide didactic and lab instruction world implementations of abstract concepts. A research
in nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia in accordance with paper on the game industry and development topics is
American Dental Association Guidelines. The dental hygiene assigned. Each student is required to create a small game
student will acquire comprehensive knowledge and skills project during the last several weeks of the course.
necessary to safely and effectively administer nitrous oxide (Co/Prerequisite: CPET 107C, or with permission of Program
and oxygen sedation with local anesthesia injections. Upon Coordinator for AGGP)
completion of this course, and graduation from the dental
hygiene program, students will have completed the AGGP 103C Introduction to Content Development 2-2-3
educational requirements for nitrous oxide administration This course is designed for students entering the AGGP
and monitoring for certification by the state of New program to gain practical experience in developing content
Hampshire. (Prerequisites: ADED 212C and ADED 244C; using applications, techniques, and standards used by the
Corequistie: ADED 221C.) game industry. This course includes an introductory overview
of image editing and manipulation, sprites, tiles, and tile
ADED 247C Dental Hygiene Science - Pharmacology 2-0-2 based worlds. Course material is reinforced with hands on
Pharmacology emphasizes the study of drug origins, assignments and the creation of a portfolio. (Prerequisite:
properties, dosages, and therapeutic effects. Specific Working knowledge of current desktop operating systems)
consideration is given to those drugs used in dentistry and Students who do not intend to enter the AGGP Program
anesthesiology. (Prerequisites: BIOL 196C and BIOL 202C with should instead consider enrolling in VRTS 193C: Introduction
minimum grades of "C" and ADED 136C.) to Photoshop.
ADED 248C Dental Hygiene Science - Oral Pathology 2-0-2 AGGP 131C Introduction to 2-D and 3-D Game Development
Oral pathology includes the study of diseases affecting the 2-3-3
oral cavity, manifestations of inflammation, degenerative This course focuses on the fundamental aspects of
changes, neoplastic disease, and anomalies. Oral pathology programming, development, and design for games using 2-D
prepares the student to detect deviations from normal in the gameplay. Other topics explored include an introduction to 3-
assessment of a client's systemic and oral health status and to D programming, single-system multiplayer programming,
make appropriate decisions regarding referral and treatment multi-platform programming, and support for data originating
when needed. (Prerequisites: BIOL 196C and BIOL 202C with from level editors. The coursework is structured with several
minimum grades of "C" and ADED 136C.) hands on projects, classroom presentations, a team project,
and a final public presentation. (Prerequisites: AGGP 101C,
AGGP 103C, and CPET 107C, or with permission of Program
ADED 275C Dental Assisting Theory II 1-3-2
Coordinator for AGGP)
A course designed to introduce the dental advanced
functions to dental assisting students. Includes instruction in
AGGP 140C Digital Art Modeling and Animation 2-3-3
basic instrumentation concepts, removal of coronal cement,
This course is an introduction to modeling and animation for
application of pit and fissure sealants, suture removal,
game programmers to provide a common understanding to
coronal polishing, expanded orthodontic functions and the
work with artists and designers in an effective manner. Topics
monitoring of nitrous oxide sedation. Pre-clinical skills will be
include modeling, material creation, basic lighting, and an
introduced on mannequins and competency skills on
introduction to skeletal animation. Models will be created
patients. Advanced Dentrix computer applications will also
Revised 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 5and then used to understand animation and asset pipelines AGGP 291C Project Definition and Portfolio Specifications
using current industry tools and engines. Course topics are 1-3-2
applied through practical hands on assignments. Leaving NHTI with a polished, professional portfolio is one of
(Prerequisite: AGGP 103C or permission of Program the most important program benefits for an AGGP graduate.
Coordinator for AGGP) With these portfolios our students find themselves in better
positions to compete in the hiring process, to transfer to
AGGP 225C 3-D Game Engine Application Development other schools, and to receive scholarships for further
2-3-3 education. In AGGP 291C, students begin the construction of
Students in this course will use a commercially available game a professional industry portfolio. Assignments given to
engine or framework. The majority of the work in the class support an effective portfolio include collecting and polishing
will be hands-on using these technologies. A common potential portfolio pieces, crafting resumes and cover letters,
practice within the industry is team development of and learning job search networking techniques. An exemplary
applications using licensed game engine technology. Students individual project intended to be included in a portfolio is
will understand how to use the engine's interwoven mesh of required in addition to other assignments. A study of game
different systems, which include user input, networking and theory and game projects will be used to define a team
rendering. Game modification, also known as "Modding", and capstone project to be undertaken in AGGP 294C.
source control will be covered. Prerequisites: AGGP 131C, (Prerequisites: Completion of all AGGP major courses in the
AGGP 140C, and CPET 125C, or with permission of Program first year of the curriculum; corequisites: additionally, the
Coordinator for AGGP. (Min Grade of C) student must be enrolled or have already taken all AGGP
major courses for the fall semester of the second year
AGGP 231C Application Development and Software curriculum; or with permission of Program Coordinator for
Prototyping 2-3-3 AGGP.) Students enrolling in AGGP 291C come with the
Current application development can target multiple expectation that they will directly enroll in AGGP 294C in
platforms across a range of devices such as phones, tablets, the next semester. Students who do not take AGGP 294C in
smart devices, consoles, and personal computers. Students the next semester after taking AGGP 291C must re-take
will study current technologies for cross platform AGGP 291C before enrolling in AGGP 294C. Students who
development and deployment. Several intense hands-on have passed AGGP 291C but who are required to re-take the
software prototype projects will be required where students course should be aware that the cost of the course may not
will design a concept, build a proof of concept, and conduct a be covered by financial aid and should consult with the
postmortem review. (Prerequisites: AGGP 131C, AGGP 140C, Financial Aid Office prior to registration.
and CPET 125C, or with permission of Program Coordinator
for AGGP.) AGGP 292C Portfolio Development 2-3-3
Critical to breaking into the game industry is the development
AGGP 247C Math and Physics for Game Programmers 2-3-3 and refinement of an impressive portfolio showing both team
Math and physics play key roles in game programming. and individual content. The portfolio is the means to display
Effective use of math is needed for code design, data one's skills and ability to work within a team. Each portfolio is
structures utilization, using design patterns, developing developed as an individual student effort. AGGP 292C builds
artificial intelligence (AI), using scripting engines, controlling upon the work already started in AGGP 291C. The lab in this
3D pipelines and texture mapping development. Math is also course is devoted to a major portfolio piece or for students to
needed to implement the physics utilized in Newton's laws be available for an internship off-campus. Students are
and concepts of collisions and reactions. Programmed expected to prepare a presentation of their work as part of
applications which use math and physics in game this course. (Prerequisites: AGGP 291C Project Definition.
development will form the foundation for this hands on Summary of all prerequisites: completion of all major AGGP
course. (Prerequisites: AGGP 101C, CPET 125C, and both courses in the first year of the curriculum and all major AGGP
AGGP Math Electives; or with permission of Program courses in the second year fall semester and Corequisites:
Coordinator for AGGP.) additionally, the student must be enrolled in all the AGGP
courses for the spring semester of the second year curriculum
or have completed these courses; or with permission of
Program Coordinator for AGGP)
AGGP 294C Animation and Graphic Game Programming
Capstone Project 2-5-4
Students will be working on campus in team projects or off-
campus on internships. Students will be creating projects
based on the specifications developed in AGGP 291C. The lab
portion of this class is devoted for student project
development. All work, either on-campus or off-campus, will
be supervised by an NHTI instructor and students are
expected to work at an industry performance level. Final
team presentations of the work accomplished are part of this
course. (Prerequisites: AGGP 291C Project Definition
completed during the previous semester. Summary of all
prerequisites: completion of all major AGGP courses in the
Revised 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 6first year of the curriculum and all major AGGP courses in the ARET 103C Architectural Graphics and Sketching 2-2-3
second year fall semester; corequisites: additionally, the The first semester is devoted to the basic ways of
student must be enrolled in all the AGGP courses for the representing architectural ideas graphically through the
spring semester of the second year curriculum or have development of sketching and computer-aided-drawing
completed these courses; or with permission of Program (CAD) skills. Architectural line techniques, lettering styles,
Coordinator for AGGP) geometric construction, principles of projection and drawing
expression are the areas of early concentration. Architectural
design issues are studied regarding residential planning and
Anthropology siting. The student produces floor plans, foundation plans,
site plans, elevations, building sections, wall sections and
ANTH 101C Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 3-0-3 details. An introductory structural analysis for foundation
This course is an introduction to the perspectives, methods, loading is explored. Production of drawings by sketching and
and ideas of cultural anthropology and will analyze human CAD demonstrates the student's ability to perform.
diversity and similarities among people throughout the (Corequisite: ARET 120C.) (Note: CAD certificate students
world, both western and non-western, through cross-cultural and Industrial Design Technology students taking this course
comparison. Topics include: culture and society; will not be required to register for ARET 120C.)
ethnographic research; ethnocentrism and cultural
relativism; how societies adapt to their environment; ARET 104C Architectural Design Studio I 2-2-3
different forms of marriage and social relationships; male, The student will study the architectural design for an
female and other forms of gender; the social functions of institutional building that is designated for public use. The
religion; and the processes of social-cultural change. terrain is sloping and provides for a two-story sloped roof
structure that employs current construction methods. The
ANTH 210C Native American Studies I 3-0-3 student begins study through the use of sketch-to-scale
A study of North American Indian cultures from the lithic drawings. With an outline of design criteria and project
period to the 21st century. Origin of Native American guidelines, the student develops preliminary presentation
civilization and development will be studied, including: drawings for floor plans, elevations and 3-dimensional views.
lifeways, religion, ceremonies, arts and social organizations. As the student comes to know and appreciate the design, the
The course will first focus on Mesoamerica during the pre- emphasis shifts to a more in-depth understanding of the
Columbian period. The study then proceeds to an in-depth technology of construction. The student prepares
review of the people/tribes of the Northeastern and construction documents for floor plans, elevations, building
southeastern woodlands and the Great Plains cultural area. sections, wall sections and details. The preparation of
preliminary drawings and construction documents include
sketching to scale and drawings produced by CAD (Computer
Architectural Engineering Technology Aided Drafting & Design) AutoDesk software. The student
Architectural Focus demonstrates competency by studying, discussing and
producing these drawings and presenting them to the class
as a way of working on relevant verbal skills. (Prerequisites:
ARET 101C AutoCAD 2D 3-0-3 ARET 103C and ARET 120C.)
This is an introductory course in Computer-Aided Drafting
(CAD) for beginning students. Topics include drawing set-up,
ARET 120C Materials and Methods of Construction 4-0-4
line drawing, text placement, orthographic drawing, basic
A survey of the materials used in building construction, the
editing, and dimensions. This hands-on course, using
methods used in assembling these materials into structures,
AutoCAD, focuses on the most common basic functions
and the forces acting on structures. Included are the
necessary to complete 2-D drawings including move, mirror,
characteristics and properties of each material and their
copy, offset, trace, OSNAP, distance, and more. Projects
relative cost. Materials and methods studied include site
incorporate basic techniques of drawing and computer-aided
work, concrete, masonry, metals, wood and plastics, thermal
drafting. This course is part of the CAD Certificate program.
and moisture protection, doors and windows, and finishes.
Note: Students are expected to be able to read and interpret
architectural/engineering graphics to register for this course.
ARET 150C Statics and Strength of Materials 3-2-4
A study of forces and the effect of forces upon structural
ARET 102C AutoCAD 3D 3-0-3
members in a state of equilibrium. It is the study of internal
This course introduces students to architectural three-
stresses and deformations that result when structural
dimensional CAD applications, 3-D manipulation of entities
members are subjected to external forces through loading.
and to create and control views in 3-D space through
While lectures, and some labs, deal mainly with the theory of
Isometric and perspective projections. Topics include three-
force analysis and force systems solutions, laboratory
dimensional drawing, coordinate systems, viewing,
projects involve the application of various stress and strain
rendering, modeling, and output options. Upon completion,
measuring instruments on many materials used in
students should be able to prepare basic architectural three-
construction. (Prerequisites: MATH 124C and PHYS 133C.)
dimensional drawings and renderings. This course is part of
the CAD certificate program. (Prerequisite: ARET 101C or
permission of Department Chair of Architectural Engineering ARET 160C Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
Technology.) 2-2-3
An introduction to geographic information systems (GIS),
global positioning systems (GPS), and ESRI's ArcGIS. Topics
Revised 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 7will include: basic GIS concepts; the structure and availability and connection to an external database for building
of GIS data in New Hampshire and beyond; the New maintenance. (Prerequisite: ARET 192C with a grade of “C-”
Hampshire state GIS database (NH GRANIT); creation of or higher or permission of the Department Chair of
maps; editing and creation of GIS data; the use of GPS to Architectural Engineering Technology)
collect information for use in GIS; GIS processing and
analysis. The course will combine lectures, hands-on ARET 202C Architectural Design Studio II 2-2-3
exercises, and an individual student project over the course Emphasis is placed on an architectural design solution for a
of the semester. multi-story addition to existing buildings and preparation of
construction documents for an institutional building. The
ARET 191C AutoCAD Architecture 3-0-3 student will study a multi-story steel or concrete framed and
This course is designed for architects and other building masonry enclosed structure. Floor plans, elevations, sections
professionals. Participants begin with a conceptual massing and details using materials typically used in construction
model and work in 2D or 3D or both at the same time to today are sketched to scale and produced by CAD (Computer
create a design and draft construction documents. AutoCAD® Aided Drafting & Design) AutoDesk software. Lectures
Architecture is built on traditional drawing tools of AutoCAD relating to the basics of circulation, egress requirements,
allowing students to create a building model with parametric structural steel framing, masonry, codes, metal pan stairs,
architectural objects that behave according to real-world barrier-free design and handicap code requirements, fire
properties. Because all drawings derive from a single data protection, acoustics, glazing, curtain-wall systems, roofing
set, they are perfectly coordinated and automatically and building energy conservation and sustainable strategies,
updated throughout the entire design process. Note: supplement studio work. Students will study sustainable
students are expected to be able to read and interpret strategies and energy utilization through the use of energy
architectural/engineering graphics to register for this course. modeling software. (Prerequisites: ARET 103C and ARET
104C; corequisite: CVET 240C.) Note: course not required of
ARET 192C Revit Architecture 3-0-3 students in Architectural Engineering Technology - Civil
Revit® Architecture, a parametric building modeler based on Focus.
parametric technology, enables the user to make a change
anywhere in the building project and it's automatically ARET 250C Environmental Systems 3-0-3
updated everywhere else in the project. The course focuses A survey of the environmental control methods and support
on building a foundation for the basic elements in the systems used in contemporary buildings. Emphasis is placed
software. Note: students are expected to be able to read and on the fundamentals of each system and design of simple
interpret architectural/engineering graphics to register for systems, and how they relate to energy utilization and
this course. conservation in building design. Students will use an energy
modeling software to study the design of a building.
ARET 194C Microstation 3-0-3 Economic comparisons and cost/benefit ratios are also
This is an introductory course in Computer-Aided Drafting studied. (Prerequisite: PHYS 135C.) Note: course not required
(CAD) for beginning students using Microstation V8 software. of students in Architectural Engineering Technology - Civil
Topics include drawing set-up, line drawing, text placement, Focus.
basic editing and dimensions. The course structure focuses
on the most common basic functions necessary to complete ARET 270C Construction Management 3-0-3
drawings including move, mirror, copy, offset, distance and A course dealing with the business phase of a construction
more. Projects incorporate basic techniques of drawing and project, from working drawings and specifications to final
computer-aiding drafting. Note: students are expected to be completion of the structure. Both the architect's or
able to read and interpret architectural/engineering graphics engineer's role and contractor's role in coordinating project
to register for this course. activities are discussed. Also covered are cost control
(estimating) and contractual arrangements, including recent
ARET 195C BIM Technologies 3-0-3 innovations of the industry. The impacts of green,
Building Information Modeling or BIM is a workflow for sustainability, and energy conservation issues on
designing, evaluating, constructing, fabricating, and construction management will be studied. Guest lectures and
operating buildings. As BIM technology is developing this a field trip to an ongoing construction project will
workflow is beginning to touch all aspects of the building supplement classroom lectures. (Prerequisite: ARET 202C or
industry. Understanding the role of BIM is critical to working CVET 201C and ENGL 125C.)
in the building industry. The BIM model gives a building
project a rich asset the entire team can use to deliver a ARET 297C Architectural Design Studio III 2-2-3
better product to the building owners. Learn how BIM and The student chooses a project for the term to design from a
BIM related tools are used (and will be used in the future) in collection of instructor-approved projects requiring real site
all phases of the building process from initial conceptual considerations. By discussing the relevant design criteria with
design to facilities management. the instructor and selection of a hypothetical client outside
of class, the student develops and refines the program of
In the BIM Technologies class students will learn how to use space requirements and acquires an appreciation of the in-
their BIM models in multiple phases through the depth functionality of architecture, especially space
construction process, including performing energy and adjacency requirements. The study includes an analysis of a
lighting analysis; construction simulations and interference site, structure, codes, circulation, material usage, and
reporting; quantity take offs for construction cost estimating; sustainability and energy considerations. Schematic and
Revised 9/21/2020 NHTI, Concord’s Community College 2020-2021 Course Descriptions 8preliminary designs, with an emphasis on sketching for study CVET 240C Timber and Steel Design 3-2-4
purposes, presentations drawings and construction The study of structural steel and timber members that
documents are produced by CAD (Computer Aided Drafting involves the design and analysis of beams with regard to
& Design) AutoDesk software. Students build a study and bending, shear, and deflection. Columns are studied with
final model, and are required to submit a progress report. An respect to axial and eccentric loading. Miscellaneous
emphasis is placed on a thorough coordination of the work, structural elements such as beam bearing plates, column
application of current technology and application of the base plates, and welded and bolted connections are also
knowledge gained in the ARET program. (Prerequisites: ARET designed. The student is taught first to make calculations
202C, CVET 220C, CVET 240C and ENGL 125C.) manually, then with the aid of computer software. The
laboratory time (2 hours per week) is dedicated to a variety
of activities where the student is fully involved not only in
Architectural Engineering Technology the design and analysis, but also in the construction and
Civil Focus/Civil Engineering testing of timber and steel beams, columns, connections,
bracing systems, load packages and simple frames. Finally,
Technology the observations and results are documented through
calculations, drawings, photos and CAD. (Prerequisite: ARET
CVET 201C Civil CAD 2-2-3 120C and ARET 150C.)
This course is an introduction to the use of computer aided
drawing and design software for the civil engineering CVET 245C Hydrology/Drainage Design 3-0-3
discipline. Areas of application of the software within This is an entry-level course that will teach students the
engineering include mapping, topography, site development, basics of stormwater drainage. They will learn how to
and subdivision. Within the field of highway design the delineate a watershed, apply runoff calculations to the
student applies civil design software to detail roadway watershed, and determine peak design flows. These design
alignment and create final drawings of plan, profile and cross flows will then be used to instruct students in the basics of
section. Laboratory time is typically for the student to hydraulics as it pertains to stormwater flow. They will learn
generate designs and drawings with the support of the how storm drainage systems are planned and what
instructor. (Prerequisites: ARET 104C, or permission of components make up a drainage system. They will leave the
Department Chair of Architectural Engineering Technology.) course understanding stormwater flow in culverts, how to
determine if a culvert is flowing with inlet or outlet control,
CVET 202C Soil Mechanics and Foundation Design 2-2-3 and how to use nomographs in the selection of a particular
This course deals with the fundamentals of soil mechanics. culvert. Students will apply this knowledge to basic open
Topics covered include moisture-density relations, channel flow and learn about erosion and sediment control.
mechanical and chemical gradation properties, basic shear (Prerequisite: CVET 220C with a grade of “C” or higher.)
strength theory, permeability and compression. Lecture
topics will be supplemented by field observations and lab CVET 297C Highway Design 3-2-4
work. Upon completion of this course, students will This course focuses on the highway design process,
understand the essential elements of soil mechanics theory beginning with transportation requirements and soil
such that it may parlay into practical applications. mechanics and continuing with highway location, site
(Prerequisites: ARET 150C and CVET 220C or permission of planning, geometric design and pavement design. The
the Department Chair) knowledge gained equips students for project work. The
course culminates with students' preparation (using CAD)
CVET 220C Surveying 2-3-3 and presentation of final engineering drawings of a section of
A course to familiarize students with the equipment, roadway. This project is evaluated with respect to alignment,
procedures, and methodology of modern surveying practice. safety, aesthetic impact, construction cost and professional
Includes measurement of distance, elevation, angle, and quality. Labs will involve the use of a soil testing lab and visits
direction "in the field" with both manual and electronic to nearby road construction sites will be scheduled.
equipment. The methods of topographic, construction, and (Prerequisite: CVET 220C.)
route surveying are also studied. Lastly, the student is taught
to use software programs to aid in data collection,
manipulation and mapmaking. (Prerequisite: MATH 124C.)
Biology
CVET 235C Reinforced Concrete Design 2-3-3 BIOL 100C Introduction to Biology with Laboratory 3-2-4
To learn the fundamentals of design and analysis of steel An introductory course in biology intended to satisfy the
reinforced concrete structures including beams, floor and biology admission requirement for NHTI health-related
roof slab systems, columns, foundation footings, and degree and professional certificate programs. Topics include
structural walls. Design sketches, based on calculations and scientific method and measurement, cell structure and
in accordance with the latest American Concrete Institute function, energy transformation, nutrient processing, gas
(ACI) Building Code Requirements, are prepared. Also a exchange, circulatory systems, nervous systems, principles of
major laboratory project including designing, building and homeostasis, and heredity. Laboratory exercises parallel
testing reinforced concrete beam is done by student teams. lecture topics, and include microscopy, dissection,
(Prerequisite: CVET 240C.) biochemistry, and physiological experimentation. (For
institutional credit only; does not count toward graduation
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