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2012-2013 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction

Maybe you’ve known what you wanted to do for a living since age 10. Maybe you only recently decided. Or maybe you want to take some classes because, well, you just want to. Whatever your case, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College can fit your interests with courses that lead you to a degree, a career, a more fulfilled life.

It’s been proven time and again that a college education means more money and more self-esteem. The instructors of our courses and programs know this, too, and that’s why they keep pace with current trends and technology. And it’s why they bring their knowledge and expertise to the classroom, the lab, the studio, the online course or wherever class may take you.

The three figures in parentheses after the description of each academic and technical course indicate the number of semester hour’s credit for the course, the number of lecture hours each week, and the number of laboratory or activity hours each week, respectively. Instructional hours are indicated for career and technical courses.
 

History
  

  • HIS 1163 - World Civilization I

    Credit(s): 3

    A general survey of world history from ancient times to the 1500s. (3,3,0)
  

  • HIS 1163H - Honors World Civilization I

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is the same as HIS 1163  except in those areas such as projects, activities, etc. normally associated with Honors courses. (Open through invitation only.)
  

  • HIS 1173 - World Civilization II

    Credit(s): 3

    A general survey of world history from the 1500s to modern times. (3,3,0)
  

  • HIS 1173H - Honors World Civilization II

    Credit(s): 3

    This course duplicates HIS 1173  in content and contains those special projects and activities in Honors courses. (Open through invitation only.) (3,3,0)
  

  • HIS 2213 - American History I

    Credit(s): 3

    This is a survey of American (US) history from pre-history through reconstruction. (3,3,0)
  

  • HIS 2223 - American History II

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is a survey of U.S. history from Reconstruction to the present. (3,3,0)

Horticulture and Landscaping
  

  • HLT 1113 - Plant Materials I

    Credit(s): 3

    A survey of common ornamental plants used in landscaping including deciduous and evergreen trees, shrubs, and vines, ground cover, annuals and perennials. Includes instruction in basic classification and indentification procedures and in the identifying characteristics, maintenance, and use of the plants in a horticulture setting. This course is designed to be offered in the fall semester. (3,2,2)
  

  • HLT 1123 - Plant Materials II

    Credit(s): 3

    A continuation of Plant Materials I with an emphasis on foliage and interior and flowering plants. Designed to be taught in the spring semester. (3,2,2)
  

  • HLT 1213 - Applied Principles of Plant Propagation

    Credit(s): 3

    A course which develops expertise and knowledge in the advanced asexual methods of plant reproduction including separation and division, grafting, and layering. Includes an introduction to tissue culture methods. (3,1,4)
  

  • HLT 1222 - Green Industry Seminar

    Credit(s): 2

    A course designed to provide an overview of current Green Industry events and job opportunities in the industry and specific landscape and horticulture related topics. (2,2,0)
  

  • HLT 1313 - Greenhouse and Nursery Production I

    Credit(s): 3

    A course which develops skills and expertise in the selection, equipping, and management of a greenhouse facility. Emphasis is placed on different media, supplies, and chemicals used in greenhouses and on the scheduling and production of greenhouse crops. Diploma curriculum: ninety hours instruction. Three semester hours. (3,1,4)
  

  • HLT 1513 - Landscape Design I

    Credit(s): 3

    An introduction to the concepts, principles, and elements of landscape design. Includes instruction and practice in the use of drawing instruments and supplies and in conducting a site analysis. Prerequisite: GRA 1112 . Diploma curriculum: ninety hours instruction. Three semester hours. (3,1,4)
  

  • HLT 1614 - Landscape Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Credit(s): 4

    A course to provide instruction and practice on the safe and proper operation and maintenance of landscaping equipment to include power tools, small engines, tractors, and tractor attachments. Diploma curriculum: one hundred twenty hours instruction. Four semester hours. (4,2,4)
  

  • HLT 2113 - Turfgrass Management

    Credit(s): 3

    A course to provide instruction and practice in the identification, selection, installation, and management/maintenance of turfgrasses. Diploma curriculum: ninety hours instruction. Three semester hours. (3,0,6)
  

  • HLT 2123 - Landscape Maintenance and Weed Control

    Credit(s): 3

    A course to provide instruction and practice in the maintenance of trees, shrubs, and other greenscape features. Includes instruction in the use of herbicides and other weed control measures. (3,1,3)
  

  • HLT 2124 - Landscape Maintenance and Weed Control

    Credit(s): 4

    A course to provide instruction and practice in the maintenance of trees, shrubs, and other greenscape features. Includes instruction in the use of herbicides and other weed control measures. Diploma curriculum: one hundred twenty hours instruction. Four semester hours. (4,2,4)
  

  • HLT 2313 - Landscape Business Management

    Credit(s): 3

    A course to provide instruction and practice regarding the management of a landscape operation. Includes instruction in estimating and bidding; personnel management, supervision, and development; and business practices. Diploma curriculum: ninety hours instruction. Three semester hours. (3,3,0)
  

  • HLT 2323 - Greenhouse and Nursery Production II

    Credit(s): 3

    A continuation of Greenhouse and Nursery Production I with emphasis on production practices associated with fertilization, pest control, environment control, and marketing. Prerequisite: HLT 1313 . (3,1,4)
  

  • HLT 2513 - Garden Center Management

    Credit(s): 3

    A course to develop knowledge and skills associated with management of a retail garden center. Includes instruction in basic principles of entrepreneurship as applied to garden centers, product display and advertising, and facilities. (3,2,2)
  

  • HLT 2523 - Landscape Design II

    Credit(s): 3

    A continuation of Landscape Design I with emphasis on planting design and preparation and presentation of landscape plans using computer-aided landscape software. Ninety hours instruction. Three semester hours. (3,1,4)
  

  • HLT 2713 - Landscape Construction

    Credit(s): 3

    A course which provides instruction and practice in the installation of a landscape plan to include site preparation, installation of site amenities, bed preparation and planting, and shrub and tree planting. Diploma curriculum: ninety hours instruction. Three semester hours. (3,1,4)
  

  • HLT 2813 - Ornamental and Turf Pest Management

    Credit(s): 3

    Provides instruction and practice in the identification and control of common turf pests and diseases. Includes instruction in pest identification, pesticide use and safety, and legal aspects of pest control. Diploma curriculum: ninety hours instruction. Three semester hours. (3,2,2)
  

  • HLT 2824 - Irrigation and Lighting Systems

    Credit(s): 4

    A course designed to investigate the types of irrigation/lighting systems. Discussion will include the installation and maintenance of these systems. Diploma curriculum: one hundred twenty hours instruction. Four semester hours. (4,2,4)
  

  • HLT 2913 - Special Prob in Horticulture

    Credit(s): 3

    A course designed to provide the student with practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other vocational-technical courses. The instructor works closely with the student to insure that the selection of a project will enhance the student’s learning experience. (3,1,4)

Honors
  

  • HON 1911 - Hnoors Forum I

    Credit(s): 1

    Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinary studies of selected issues confronting the individual and society with discussions led by scholars, faculty, and/or students. (1,1,0)
  

  • HON 1921 - Honors Forum II

    Credit(s): 1

    Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinary studies of selected issues confronting the individual and society with discussions led by scholars, faculty, and/or students. (1,1,0)
  

  • HON 2911 - Honors Forum III

    Credit(s): 1

    Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinary studies of selected issues confronting the individual and society with discussions led by scholars, faculty, and/or students. (1,1,0)
  

  • HON 2921 - Honors Forum IV

    Credit(s): 1

    Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinary studies of selected issues confronting the individual and society with discussions led by scholars, faculty, and/or students. (1,1,0)

Health, Physical Education, Recreation

NOTE: Every student in an Associate of Arts Program is required to take two hours of physical education. Students may, however, take additional semester hours of physical education as elective credit and are encouraged to do so. Students unable to take physical education courses may request a substitute. All students must wear appropriate dress for physical education classes. Physical education activity courses will earn one semester hour with academic credit. HPR 1591 , HPR 1593 , and HPR 1751  will satisfy the two hour requirement at some universities.

  

  • HPR 1111 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 1

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1112 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 2

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (2,0,4)
  

  • HPR 1121 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 1

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1122 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 2

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (2,0,4)
  

  • HPR 1131 - Varsity Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    Participation in ___ Varsity Sport (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1141 - Varsity Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    Participation in ____ Varsity Sport (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1213 - Personal and Community Health I

    Credit(s): 3

    Application of principles and practices of healthful living to the individual and community; major health problems and the mutual responsibilities of home, school, and health agencies. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 1313 - Introduction to Health, Physical Education, and Recreation

    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to the principles, literature and organizations of the profession. Analysis of successful teaching with and discussion of the responsibilities and opportunities of professional personnel. Orientation of student to opportunities in the field. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 1511 - Team Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on rules, techniques, and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1521 - Team Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on rules, techniques, and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1531 - Individual and Dual Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on techniques and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1541 - Individual and Dual Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on techniques and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1551 - Fitness and Conditioning Training

    Credit(s): 1

    Instruction and practice of basic principles of fitness and conditioning through a variety of exercises and activities. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1561 - Fitness and Conditioning Training

    Credit(s): 1

    Instruction and practice of basic principles of fitness and conditioning through a variety of exercises and activities. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1571 - Dance

    Credit(s): 1

    An overview of dance techniques to include instruction in various styles of dance. Instruction may include classical dance, ballet, jazz,folk dance, contemporary and/or dance line. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1581 - Dance

    Credit(s): 1

    An overview of dance techniques to include instruction in various styles of dance. Instruction may include classical dance, ballet, jazz, folk dance, contemporary and/or dance line. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 1591 - Health Concepts of Physical Activity and Wellness

    Credit(s): 1

    This course is designed to help students develop an understanding of physical fitness and nutrition as they contribute to a healthy lifestyle and a reduced risk of disease. The student will better understand wellness concepts and engage in assessments with emphasis on personal fitness, disease prevention, nutrition, and weight control. (1,1,0)
  

  • HPR 1593 - Health Concepts of Physical Activity and Wellness

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is designed to help students develop an understanding of physical fitness and nutrition as they contribute to a healthy lifestyle and a reduced risk of disease.The student will better understand wellness concepts and engage in assessments with emphasis on personal fitness, disease prevention, nutrition, and weight control. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 1751 - Nutrition and Wellness I

    Credit(s): 1

    A survey course designed to expose the student to the importance and significance of nutrition in health and physical education and the various aspects of wellness. (1,1,0)
  

  • HPR 1813 - Foundations of Leisure

    Credit(s): 3

    Analysis of the Parks and Recreation profession to provide a basic understanding of leisure as an increasingly important component of our society. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 2111 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 1

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2112 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 2

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (2,0,4)
  

  • HPR 2121 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 1

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2122 - General Physical Education Activities

    Credit(s): 2

    This course is designed to give students a modern concept of physical education and recreation by developing body skills. (2,0,4)
  

  • HPR 2131 - Varsity Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    Participation in ____ Varsity Sport (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2141 - Varsity Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    Participation in ____ Varsity Sport (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2212 - First Aid and CPR

    Credit(s): 2

    Instruction and practice in methods prescribed in the American Red Cross or American Heart Association standard and advanced courses. (2,0,4)
  

  • HPR 2213 - First Aid and CPR

    Credit(s): 3

    Instruction and practice in methods prescribed in the American Red Cross or American Heart Association standard and advanced courses. (3,0,6)
  

  • HPR 2221 - Lifeguarding and Water Safety

    Credit(s): 1

    This is the American Red Cross Life Guarding Course with emphasis toward certifying life guards for swimming areas. This course is designed to teach life guard candidates the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Prerequisite: Completed American Red Cross swimmer level course or have equivalent skills. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2231 - Water Safety Instructor

    Credit(s): 1

    Techniques of aquatic instruction, including community water safety and progression swimming are covered. Prerequisite: Pass swim test. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2323 - Recreational Leadership

    Credit(s): 3

    Planning and leadership techniques for conducting community recreation centers, playgrounds, parks, and school recreation programs. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 2423 - Football Theory

    Credit(s): 3

    Theoretical study of football methods from an offensive and defensive standpoint including the fundamentals of blocking, passing, tackling, charging, punting, generalship, rules and team play. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 2443 - Soccer Theory

    Credit(s): 3

    Explores the theories, practices, and strategies involved in coaching the game of soccer. Emphasis will be placed upon the objectives, rules, regulations, and policies of competitive athletics, as well as on individual skills, team tactics, organization and management practices pertaining to public school and intercollegiate soccer programs. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 2453 - Baseball Theory

    Credit(s): 3

    A theoretical study of baseball methods from a coaching standpoint; study of fundamentals and team play; methods of teaching fundamentals; team organization. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 2511 - Team Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on rules, techniques, and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2521 - Team Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on rules, techniques, and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2531 - Individual and Dual Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on techniques and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2541 - Individual and Dual Sports

    Credit(s): 1

    This course focuses on techniques and participation in (activities) (name sport). (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2551 - Fitness and Conditioning Training

    Credit(s): 1

    Instruction and practice of basic principles of fitness and conditioning through a variety of exercises and activities. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2561 - Fitness and Conditioning Training

    Credit(s): 1

    Instruction and practice of basic principles of fitness and conditioning through a variety of exercises and activities. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2571 - Dance

    Credit(s): 1

    An overview of dance techniques to include instruction in various styles of dance. Instruction may include classical dance, ballet, jazz, folk dance, contemporary and/or dance line. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2581 - Dance

    Credit(s): 1

    An overview of dance techniques to include instruction in various styles of dance. Instruction may include classical dance, ballet, jazz, folk dance, contemporary and/or dance line. (1,0,2)
  

  • HPR 2733 - Introduction to Athletic Training

    Credit(s): 3

    Introduction to the profession, including but not limited to procedural aspects of the athletic training room operations, role delineations, preparation, and competencies with 100 observational/ experience hours under a BOC certified athletic trainer. This course is recommended for Athletic Training majors. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 2813 - Park and Recreation Program Leadership

    Credit(s): 3

    Planning and leadership techniques for conducting organized park and recreation programs for all age groups. (3,3,0)
  

  • HPR 2823 - Program Planning and Development

    Credit(s): 3

    Techniques and processes in program planning, implementation, development, and evaluation in recreation setting. (3,3,0)

Hospitality and Tourism
  

  • HRT 1114 - Culinary Principles I

    Credit(s): 4

    Fundamentals of food preparation and cookery emphasizing high standards for preparation of meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, soups, stocks, sauces, and farinaceous items. (4,2,4)
  

  • HRT 1123 - Hospitality and Tourism Industry

    Credit(s): 3

    An introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry. Discussions and industry observations to discover the opportunities, trends, problems, and organizations in the field. (3,3,0)
  

  • HRT 1213 - Sanitation and Safety

    Credit(s): 3

    Basic principles fo microbiology, sanitation, and safety for a food service operation. The course studies the environmental control application through the prevention of food-borne illnesses, cleaning materials and procedures, general saftey regulations, food processing methods, first and fire prevention. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 1223 - Restaurant/Catering Operations

    Credit(s): 3

    Principles of organizing and managing a food and beverage operation. (3,1,4)
  

  • HRT 1224 - Restaurant and Catering Operations

    Credit(s): 4

    Principles of organizing and managing a food and beverage operation. (4,2,4)
  

  • HRT 1253 - Nutrition

    Credit(s): 3

    This course is designed to cover the nutrients for normal growth and prevention of major chronic diseases, and applied to the selection of food for ingestion, the metabolic process of digestion, assimilation, and absorption, and the applications for healthcare providers. (3,3,0)
  

  • HRT 1413 - Rooms Division Management

    Credit(s): 3

    A systematic approach to room’s division management in hospitality industry including front office management and housekeeping operations. (3, 2, 2)
  

  • HRT 1511 - Hospitality Seminar

    Credit(s): 1

    Leadership and management skills necessary for success in hospitality and tourism management. The course addresses computer based management systems. (1,1,0)
  

  • HRT 1521 - Hospitality Seminar

    Credit(s): 1

    Leadership and management skills necessary for success in hospitality and tourism management. The course addresses computer based management systems. (1,1,0)
  

  • HRT 1531 - Hospitality Seminar

    Credit(s): 1

    Leadership and management skills necessary for success in hospitality and tourism management. The course addresses computer based management systems. (1,1,0)
  

  • HRT 1541 - Hospitality Seminar

    Credit(s): 1

    Leadership and management skills necessary for success in hospitality and tourism management. The course addresses computer based management systems. (1,1,0)
  

  • HRT 1813 - The Professional Tour Guide

    Credit(s): 3

    Activities associated with organizing, booking, and conducting group tours. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 1823 - The Travel Agency

    Credit(s): 3

    A detailed exploration of travel agency operation to include physical structure, staffing needs, legal implications, interaction with travel and lodging, and accreditation. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 1833 - Travel and Tourism Geography

    Credit(s): 3

    Location, currency, port of entry, and form of governments in various countries around the world. Exercises involve itinerary planning, knowledge of time zones, and familiarity of the countries’ natural, cultural, and entertainment attractions. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2233 - Food and Beverage Control

    Credit(s): 3

    Principles and procedures involved in an effective food and beverage control system, including standards determination, the operating budget, cost-volume-profit analysis, income and cost control, menu pricing, labor cost control, and computer applications. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2323 - Hospitality Facilities Management and Design

    Credit(s): 3

    Design and manage the physical plant of a hotel or restaurant and work effectively with the engineering and maintenance department. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2423 - Security Management

    Credit(s): 3

    Issues surrounding the need for individualized security programs. Examines a variety of security equipment and procedures and discusses internal security for food service and lodging operations. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2613 - Hospitality Supervision

    Credit(s): 3

    Supervisory skills in leadership styles, communication skills, motivational techniques, employee training techniques, and evaluation methods. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2623 - Hospitality Human Resource Management

    Credit(s): 3

    Principles of hospitality management with an emphasis placed on the study of human behavior and human relations in the hospitality industry. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2713 - Marketing Hospitality Services

    Credit(s): 3

    Practical sales techniques for selling to targeted markets and developing strategic marketing plans for hospitality and tourism operations. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2723 - Hospitality Sales and Marketing

    Credit(s): 3

    Advertising, sales, and promotional techniques as related to the hospitality industry. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2843 - Seminar in Travel and Tourism

    Credit(s): 3

    Simulations of activities related to travel and tourism including reservation tasks and services. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2853 - Convention and Meeting Planning

    Credit(s): 3

    Planning, promotion, and management of meetings, conventions, expositions, and events. (3,2,2)
  

  • HRT 2915 - Supervised Work Experience in Hotel and Restaurant Management

    Credit(s): 5

    A course which is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s technical studies with industrial experience. (5,0,15)
  

  • HRT 2916 - Supervised Work Experience in Hotel and Restaurant Management

    Credit(s): 6

    A course which is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s technical studies with industrial experience. (6,0,18)
  

  • HRT 2923 - Supervised Work Experience in Travel and Tourism

    Credit(s): 3

    A course which is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s technical studies with industrial experience. Variable credit is awarded on the basis of one semester hour per 45. (3,0,12)
  

  • HRT 2926 - Supervised Work Experience in Travel and Tourism

    Credit(s): 6

    A course which is a cooperative program between industry and education and is designed to integrate the student’s technical studies with industrial experience. Variable credit is awarded on the basis of one semester hour per 45 industrial contact hours (6,0,18).
 

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