2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Sociology |
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SOC 269 - Internship I
(1-3 Credits)
See the “Academic Policies ” section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Internship eligibility and application information are available at https://www.hagerstowncc.edu/student-services/internships. Total of 1 credit is equivalent to 60 hours, 2 credits is equivalent to 120 hours, and 3 credits is equivalent to 180 hours.
Semesters Offered: As Needed.
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Student Development |
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STU 106 - Professionalism in the Workplace
(1 Credit)
This course prepares students to enter the workplace with the attitudes and skills required in a professional setting. Designed as a course for students enrolled in career programs, or for students preparing to transfer, the course includes the following topics: workplace behaviors; business etiquette; business protocol and office relationships; ethical behaviors; and career development skills. The course assumes a knowledge of Word. Must have access to the Internet. Total of 15 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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Substance Abuse Counseling |
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CDC 203 - Ethics in Counseling Prerequisite: HST 103 .
(3 Credits)
This course is designed to help students to explore and understand the many ethical issues inherent in the counseling field. The course will also provide a framework for ethical behavior and help the student become more effective in addressing ethical issues in the field of counseling with a special emphasis in alcohol and drug dependency. This course uses the ethical standards of the Maryland’s Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, the National Association for Addiction Professionals and the NASW’s Code of Ethics to build a framework for solving ethical dilemmas. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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CDC 210 - Medical Aspects of Chemical Dependency Prerequisite: HST 103 and PSY 206 .
(3 Credits)
This course focuses on the classification of alcohol and other drugs, the pharmacological effects of alcohol and drugs, and the co-morbidity of substance use disorders and other mental disorders. Additionally, the assessment and diagnostic techniques and treatment modalities and settings are included in the course. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, All Years.
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CDC 212 - Interviewing and Counseling Prerequisite: HST 103 and PSY 101 .
(3 Credits)
This course reviews the theories and techniques used in establishing the helping relationship. Emphasis is placed on the identification and development of relationship skills appropriate to client needs. Class attendance and participation are crucial elements in this seminar class. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, All Years.
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CDC 220 - Addictions Treatment Delivery Prerequisite: HST 207 or HST 208 AND PSY 206 .
(3 Credits)
This course focuses on the concepts, development, and practice of chemical dependency counseling, including assessing, planning treatments, writing progress notes, managing cases, planning for discharges and writing summaries, intervening in crises, consulting, and keeping records. In addition, this course will develop crucial skills in the education and prevention of addiction. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Fall Only, All Years.
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CDC 269 - Internship I Prerequisite: CDC 212 and CDC 203 OR instructor consent.
(3 Credits)
Students gain work experience at chemical dependency treatment agencies and organizations supervised by staff and HCC faculty. The hours of work are applicable to the certificate requirements. Students must meet the College requirements for internship participation and receive permission of the faculty adviser, Division Director, and Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services or Dean of Students. Internship eligibility and application information are available at https://www.hagerstowncc.edu/student-services/internships. Total of 180 contact hours.
Semesters Offered: As Needed.
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CDC 270 - Internship II Prerequisite: CDC 220 and CDC 269 OR instructor consent.
(3 Credits)
Students gain work experience at chemical dependency treatment agencies and organizations supervised by staff and HCC faculty. The hours of work are applicable to the certificate requirements. Students must meet the College requirements for internship participation and receive permission of the faculty adviser, Division Director, and Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services or Dean of Students. Internship eligibility and application information are available at https://www.hagerstowncc.edu/student-services/internships. Total of 180 contact hours.
Semesters Offered: As Needed.
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Theater |
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THR 101 - Introduction to the Theater
(3 Credits)
This course introduces the first principles and practice of the correlated arts which make up the production of a play. A theater production will integrate the content of the course. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Fall Only, All Years.
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THR 102 - Elements of Dramatic Production
(3 Credits)
Basic elements of production, including acting, directing, set design and construction, lighting, makeup, and costuming are presented. Students will apply the knowledge and sharpen their skills through participation in a College production. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, All Years.
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THR 106 - Fundamentals of Acting Prerequisite: THR 101 .
(3 Credits)
This course provides the forum for an exploration of the role of the actor in the theater and training of the body in the art and skill of expressing thought, emotion, and characterization. Characters in dramatic literature and improvisation are studied. Students in the class are expected to participate in College theater activities. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Fall Only, As Needed.
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THR 112 - Costume Design Prerequisite: RDG 095 or appropriate score on the placement test.
(3 Credits)
This course provides an introduction to the role of costume design in theater production. Students design and construct costumes for the theater department’s productions. Course fee required. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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THR 113 - Introduction to Directing: Television and Theater
(3 Credits)
Fundamentals of directing including script breakdown, communications with cast and crew, and the logistics of production are covered in this course. Projects in directing short scenes will be included. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, As Needed.
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THR 114 - History of the Theatre
(3 Credits)
This course provides a chronological look at the history of theatre as a sociocultural institution. Historical periods such as ancient Greece, the European Middle Ages, Renaissance drama, 18th century theatre, and 20th century theatre are covered. As theatre is an extremely complex institution encompassing playwriting, texts, directing, acting, and many other areas, this course indicates some of the forces that explain the paths theatre has taken. Through text reading, class discussions and various projects, students learn the flavors of theatre in each era covered in class. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Fall Only, As Needed.
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THR 115 - Introduction to Theater Makeup
(3 Credits)
This course provides an introduction to makeup design for the theater. Students learn the aesthetics of makeup as well as the technical aspects of applying makeup. Topics include the importance of developing a character through makeup, techniques of physically applying makeup to the actor and special effects makeup such as old age and prosthetic makeup appliances. At the end of the course, students are able to research and identify elements of creating a character through makeup and the application of stage makeup to an actor in order to create a character for the stage. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, As Needed.
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THR 120 - Theater Practicum I Prerequisite: Audition or instructor consent.
(1 Credit)
This course provides practical training in acting, costuming, makeup, lighting, scenic design, and construction through participation in a College production. Credit is not available during the semesters that the student is enrolled in a theater course that would duplicate the area of credit. The course may be repeated for a total of four credits (THR 120, THR 121 , THR 122 , THR 123 ). Course fee required. Total of 50 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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THR 121 - Theater Practicum II
(1 Credit)
This course provides practical training in acting, costuming, makeup, lighting, scenic design, and construction through participation in a College production. Credit is not available during the semesters that the student is enrolled in a theater course that would duplicate the area of credit. The course may be repeated for a total of four credits (THR 120 , THR 121, THR 122 , THR 123 ). By audition or permission of instructor. Course fee required. Total of 50 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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THR 122 - Theater Practicum III
(1 Credit)
This course provides practical training in acting, costuming, makeup, lighting, scenic design, and construction through participation in a College production. Credit is not available during the semesters that the student is enrolled in a theater course that would duplicate the area of credit. The course may be repeated for a total of four credits (THR 120 , THR 121 , THR 122, THR 123 ). By audition or permission of instructor. Course fee required. Total of 50 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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THR 123 - Theater Practicum IV
(1 Credit)
This course provides practical training in acting, costuming, makeup, lighting, scenic design, and construction through participation in a College production. Credit is not available during the semesters that the student is enrolled in a theater course that would duplicate the area of credit. The course may be repeated for a total of four credits (THR 120 , THR 121 , THR 122 , THR 123). By audition or permission of instructor. Course fee required. Total of 50 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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THR 207 - Stage Craft
(3 Credits)
This course is a practical study of all technical aspects of theater. Emphasis is on scene design and construction, lighting theory and practice, the placement and use of stage equipment and lighting instruments. Course fee required. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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THR 269 - Internship I
(1-3 Credits)
See the “Academic Policies ” section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Internship eligibility and application information are available at https://www.hagerstowncc.edu/student-services/internships. Total of 1 credit is equivalent to 60 hours, 2 credits is equivalent to 120 hours, and 3 credits is equivalent to 180 hours.
Semesters Offered: As Needed.
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Web and Multimedia Technology |
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WEB 101 - Web Design I
(3 Credits)
Students will learn fundamental design techniques of the web including graphics, HTML, JavaScript, rollovers, publishing with FTP and tables-based design. Dreamweaver will be the primary software used and students will learn to manage websites, use templates, and gain a general understanding of the Dreamweaver design and coding environment. This course will serve as an introduction to Internet technologies used to support browsing, file transfers, ecommerce and user security. Steps will be taught on selecting and configuring software to support these activities. Other topics will include standards, accessibility (508 compliance), internet research and intellectual property rights as they relate to web content. Course fee and varying digital textbook access fee included. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: All Terms, All Years.
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WEB 110 - Web Design II Prerequisite: WEB 101 .
(3 Credits)
Students learn fundamental design and development concepts for creating Web sites. This course provides a more detailed introduction to Web design, from planning to publishing. Topics include using (X)HTML and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), internationalization, multimedia integration and implementing professional techniques for successful search engine recognition. This course will have a strong focus on CSS page design as well as 508 compliance. Course fee required. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, All Years.
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WEB 115 - Web Developer I Prerequisite: WEB 101 .
(3 Credits)
Upon completion of this course, students will understand the fundamentals of server-side scripting technologies and how to integrate them with relational databases to create web applications. As an introductory programming course, this class will focus on planning, programming and debugging PHP and MySQL on a web server. Course fee and varying digital textbook access fee included. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, All Years.
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WEB 210 - Web Developer II Prerequisite: IST 173 and WEB 115 .
(3 Credits)
Students learn advanced server-side scripting application development for the web including custom database development and deployment, advanced programming including user logins, user tracking, dynamic web pages and graphics, content management system concepts and search engine creation. Course fee required. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Fall Only, All Years.
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WEB 215 - JavaScript and Multimedia Prerequisite: WEB 101 .
(3 Credits)
This course focuses on JavaScript as the client-side scripting technologies for web sites. Students will learn form validation, page animation, the Document Object Model as well as basic programming concepts such as functions, arrays, loops and variables. Students will also incorporate interactive elements into projects including audio, video and other multimedia. Course fee required. Total of 45 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Fall Only, All Years.
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WEB 220 - Introduction to Content Management Systems Prerequisite: WEB 110 , WEB 210 and WEB 215 .
(2 Credits)
Students will install, customize and maintain server-based open source content management systems including blogs, wikis, and shopping carts. Students will participate in a group service learning project as well as create an online portfolio and resume site. Course fee required. Total of 30 hours of lecture.
Semesters Offered: Spring Only, All Years.
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WEB 269 - Internship I
(1-3 Credits)
See the “Academic Policies ” section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Internship eligibility and application information are available at https://www.hagerstowncc.edu/student-services/internships. Total of 1 credit is equivalent to 60 hours, 2 credits is equivalent to 120 hours, and 3 credits is equivalent to 180 hours.
Semesters Offered: As Needed.
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WEB 270 - Internship II
(1-3 Credits)
See the ”Academic Policies ” section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Internship eligibility and application information are available at https://www.hagerstowncc.edu/student-services/internships. Total of 1 credit is equivalent to 60 hours, 2 credits is equivalent to 120 hours, and 3 credits is equivalent to 180 hours.
Semesters Offered: As Needed.
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