Academic Degree Programs

Academic Degree Programs Goals and Objectives 06/12/13

Associate in Science Degree Programs

Business Administration

A. Program Goals

The AS in Business Administration program exposes students to a variety of specializations within the field and prepares students for transfer to baccalaureate programs in Business.

B. Program Objectives

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:

1. Analyze the concepts, principles, and operations of the private enterprise system. 2. Compare and contrast types of businesses and forms of business ownership. 3. Evaluate the impact of global markets and international competition. 4. Discuss the role of management in developing an organizational structure. 5. Describe the relationship between production and consumption. 6. Examine the marketing function and describe the concepts and processes involved in designing product strategy, promotional strategy, distribution strategy, and pricing strategy. 7. Develop awareness of how government decisions can influence the business environment. 8. Develop an awareness of factors which would enhance leadership activities. 9. Creatively explore concepts and question-established ideas.

Computer Science

A. Program Goals The AS in Computer Science program exposes students to a variety of specializations within the field and prepares students for transfer to baccalaureate programs in Computer Science.

1. Describe the main functions of an operating system. 2. Identify the basic concepts of the computer system and computer architecture. 3. Identify the major computer data, instruction and addressing formats. 4. Recognize the problems involved in program portability and be able to identify the solutions to these problems. 5. Describe the software life cycle.

1 6. Identify the requirements and rationale for allocating static, dynamic and virtual memory. 7. Discuss the rationale and implement both member and friend examples of operator overloading. 8. Explain the benefits of derived classes (including private, protected and public data members and methods) and implement examples of derived classes. 9. Analyze (big O) sequential, binary and hashing algorithms. 10. Analyze (big O) common selection, exchange and insertion sorting algorithms. 11. Discuss the benefits, resource requirements and implementation of logical sorting algorithms. 12. Explain the concepts, data structure and benefits involved in logically representing common data structures algorithms, such as ordered lists, stacks, queues and trees. 13. Demonstrate independent thinker through mathematical, scientific and philosophical reasoning. 14. Communicate effectively through reading, listening, speaking, and writing. 15. Solve problems by collecting, organizing and evaluating information. 16. Understand technology and its impact on society and the environment.

Criminal Justice

A. Program Goals

The AS in Criminal Justice program prepares students to work in a variety of roles in the criminal justice field and provides a smooth transfer opportunity to Criminal Justice programs at baccalaureate institutions.

1. Describe the philosophy of criminal justice. 2. Describe crime and justice as public policy issues. 3. Describe the unique characteristics of the criminal justice system. 4. Identify the various sub-systems and the significance of their inter-relationships. 5. Explain the evolution of law enforcement, judicial and correctional disciplines. 6. Describe the structure of American courts. 7. Describe the extraordinary powers held by criminal justice professionals. 8. Discuss current issues in criminal justice. 9. Communicate effectively in speech and writing. 10. Use critical thinking and problem solving skills in analyzing information gathered through different media. 11. Understanding of technology and its impact upon society. 12. Develop and demonstrate civic and social responsibility. 13. Develop both the ability and moral sensitivity needed to make informed judgments concerning ethical issues. 14. Develop an understanding and appreciation of diversity among cultures including respect for various ways of viewing the world.

2 Engineering

A. Program Goals

The AS in Engineering program prepares students for transfer to baccalaureate degree program in various Engineering disciplines such as civil engineering, mechanical engineering, and material science engineering and provides students with the background, knowledge, and skills necessary to solve real-world engineering problems.

Students who successful complete this program will be able to: 1. Perform analysis of engineering problems starting with establishing design concepts and ending with providing multiple solutions to engineering problems 2. Interpret, translate and analyze physical problems using knowledge of statics, dynamics, and engineering analysis 3. Apply mathematical tools of calculus and differential equations and scientific tools of physics and chemistry for problem-solving in engineering applications 4. Use teamwork and organizational skills in carrying out design and problem- solving projects 5. Present technical information in oral, written and graphic form. 6. Display creative and critical thinking in connection with engineering applications. 7. Communicate effectively using specialized engineering terminologies through reading, listening, speaking, and writing. 8. Solve problems by collecting, organizing and evaluating information and utilizing powerful engineering tools. 9. Develop an understanding of technology and its impact on society and the environment.

Environmental Science

A. Program Goals The AS in Environmental Science program prepares students to understand the relationships between humans and Earth’s physical, chemical and biological systems, provides students with a foundation for understanding issues and problems involving our natural environment, and prepares students for transfer to baccalaureate programs in environmental science.

Students who successfully complete this program will able to:

1. Demonstrate comprehension of ecosystems structure and functions. 2. Analyze community habitat dynamics.

3 3. Discuss the natural cycles that influence the environment and living organisms. 4. Identify and critically analyze environmental dilemmas and processes. 5. Demonstrate application of critical thinking and team work in classroom and in the field. 6. Discuss the dynamics between environmental ethics, economic and social values and their impact on the Earth in both the immediate time and the future. 7. Demonstrate knowledge and skill in using the latest instrumentation techniques and methodologies used in environmental science. 8. Demonstrate application of critical thinking in classroom and in the field. 9. Communicate effectively in speech and writing using the terminology that is unique to environmental science. 10. Use critical thinking and problem solving skills in analyzing environmental science problems. 11. Use accepted scientific methods in collecting, organizing and evaluating the data gathered and draw a data supported conclusion. 12. Recognize and appropriately respond to ethical issues in the field of environmental science.

General Studies

A. Program Goals The AS in General Studies program helps students to explore career programs and to prepare for transfer to baccalaureate programs. The program provides students with a minimum of 30 credits in general education courses, at least 18 credits in a department concentration, and additional elective credits. Students in this program may build an individualized program to meet special career needs by drawing from components of existing programs of study.

Students who successfully complete this program will achieve a solid foundation in the following areas:

1. Communication Students will communicate effectively in both speech and writing. 2. Quantitative Knowledge and Skills Students will use appropriate mathematical and statistical concepts and operations to interpret data and to solve problems. 3. Scientific Knowledge and Reasoning Students will use the scientific method of inquiry through the acquisition of scientific knowledge. 4. Technological Competency Students will use computer systems or other appropriate forms of technology to achieve educational and personal goals. 5. Society and Human Behavior Students will use social science theories and concepts to analyze human behavior and social and political institutions. 6. Humanistic Perspective

4 Students will analyze works in the fields of art, music, or theater; literature; and philosophy and/or religious studies; and will gain competence in the use of a foreign language. 7. Historical Perspective Students will understand historical events and movements in World, Western, non-Western, or American societies and assess their subsequent significance. 8. Global and Cultural Awareness Students will understand the importance of a global perspective and culturally diverse peoples. 9. Ethical Reasoning and Action Students will understand ethical issues and situations. 10. Information Literacy Students will address an information need by locating, evaluation, and effectively using information. 11. Independent/Critical Thinking Students will demonstrate independent/critical thinking in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences.

Homeland Security

A. Program Goals

The AS in Homeland Security program prepares students for immediate employment or for transfer to a baccalaureate program in Homeland Security. Students will explore a wide variety of areas within the field, including emergency management, intelligence, counterterrorism, and risk management.

B. Program Objectives Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:

1. Plan and implement techniques related to emergency response and security. 2. Follow security and surveillance principles. 3. Display leadership and teamwork skills needed to succeed in emergency related careers. 4. Develop and use public relations, organizing, and logistics skills. 5. Discuss key policies and procedures of the Department of Homeland Security. 6. Display knowledge of the National Incident Management System and its application to homeland security.

Psychosocial Rehabilitation

A. Program Goals

The AS in Psychosocial Rehabilitation, offered in cooperation with the School of Health Related Professions at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ,

5 provides students with the basic skills and rehabilitation techniques to begin their career as psychosocial rehabilitation practitioners.

B. Program Objectives Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:

1. Promote recovery and community integration for those with psychiatric disabilities. 2. Improve the quality of life for people coping with psychiatric disabilities across a wide variety of social service and community agency settings. 3. Facilitate skills training groups and psycho-education and support groups.

Public Service

A. Program Goals

The AS in Public Service program prepares students to enter the workforce or to transfer to a four-year baccalaureate program in one of many fields within public service.

1. Contribute to the work of a public service agency by carrying out projects aligned with the agency’s mission. 2. Describe a public service agency’s method of service delivery, its networks, resources, and constituents. 3. Discuss ongoing and emerging public service issues. 4. Explore legal and ethical parameters of public service. 5. Describe how the public service agency partners or collaborates with similar agencies to carry out its mission.

Respiratory Care

A. Program Goals

The AS in Respiratory Care, offered in cooperation with the School of Health Related Professions at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ, provides students with the basic knowledge and skills to begin their career as respiratory therapy practitioners.

6 1. Apply scientific knowledge to practical problems of respiratory care. 2. Work in a variety of specialty areas such as pediatrics and neonatal, management and education. 3. Provide care in patients’ homes, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, and other health care facilities.