Computer Programming and Analysis
Program Advisor: Dr. Samer Hijazi
Phone: (305) 809-3341
Email: hijazi_s@firn.edu
Office: C217
According to labor statistics, the top five fastest growing occupations are computer related. In Florida alone, by the year 2008, this occupational field will have grown 100%. This program is designed to develop competent information processing technicians seeking careers as computer programmers, systems analysts and related careers. Both technical and non-technical subjects are offered to broaden the individual's perspective and horizons in the field of computer science.
General Education Requirements (18 credits required)
ENC
1101 English Composition I (3)
SPC 1040 Introduction
to Speech Communication (3)
MAC 1105 College
Algebra (3)
STA 2023 Introduction
to Probability and Statistics 1 (3)
Any course from Humanities/Fine Arts (Area I, Section B) (3)
Any course from Social/Behavioral Science (Area IV)
(3)
Related Courses/Required (9 credits)
ACG 2021 Financial
Accounting (3)
ECO 2013 Macroeconomics (3)
ECO 2023 Microeconomics (3)
BUL 2241 Business
Law 1 (3)
Any SBM or MAN (3)
Core Requirements (24 credits)
CGS 1000C Introduction
to Computer Science (3)
CIS 2321C System
Analysis and design (3)
COP 2800 Introduction
to Java Programming (3)
OR
COP 2805 Advanced
Java Programming (3)
COP 1220C C
Programming (3)
COP 2221 Intermediate
Programming in C (4)
COT 2002 Foundations
Of Computer Science (4)
CDA 1500 Data
Communications (1)
CGS 25-- Microcomputer
Software (3)
Electives/ Required (12 credits )
ACG 2071 Managerial
Accounting (3)
CGS 2820 Web
Authoring – HTML (3)
COP 2800 Intro.
to Java Programming (3)
COP 2805 Advanced
Java Programming (3)
CGS 1555 Introduction
to the Internet (3)
CGS 1550 Introduction
to the World Wide Web (3)
CDA 1522 Local
Area Networking (3)
CIS 1940 Special
Topics in Computer & Information Science (3)
COP 1210C Pascal
Programming (3)
COP 1170C BASIC
Programming (3)
COP 1332 Visual
BASIC (4)
COP 2120C COBOL
I (3)
COP 2121C COBOL
II (3)
COP 2334 Object
Oriented in C++ (3)
Any GRA 1100-2144 (3)
Free elective (3)
Total Credits Required: 63
Computer Information Technology
Program Advisor: Dr. Samer Hijazi
Phone: (305) 809-3341
Email: hijazi_s@firn.edu
Office: C217
This program is designed to prepare students for a job as an information technologist. The exponential growth in informational technology has impacted the business world profoundly. The classification of information as a major asset in the business world has become a universal practice. Organizations are constantly seeking qualified students with an information system major. The completion of the degree will lead to an entry-level position as a networking specialist, database developer, website designer, or junior system analyst. To earn the degree, the student must finish 63 credits. There are 15 credits general educational requirements and 48 credits core requirements.
General Education Requirements (15 credits)
ENC 1101 English
Composition (3)
SPC 1040 Intro
to Speech Communication (3)
MGF 1106 Math
for Liberal Arts I (3)
OR
STA 2023 Intro
to Probabilities & Statistics (3)
OR
MAC 1105 College
Algebra (3)
Any course from Humanities/Fine Arts (Area I, Section B) (ARH
1050 or ARH 1051 Recommended) (3)
Any course from Social/Behavioral Science (Area IV) (3)
Core Requirements (48 Credits)
CGS 1000C Intro
to Computer Science (3)
CGS 1100 Intro
to Computer Apps (3)
CGS 2540 Intro
to Database Mgmt (3)
CGS 1516 Microsoft
Excel (3)
CGS 2564 MS
Windows (3)
CDA 1522 Local
Area Networking (3)
CIS 1940 Special
Topics Information Systems (3)
CGS 1550 Introduction
to the World Wide Web (3)
CGS 2820 Web
Authoring-HTML (3)
CIS 2321C Systems
Analysis and Design (3)
CGS 1810 Microcomputer
Help Desk 1 (4)
Any COP course (3)
Free Elective (3)
Select 8 credits from the following:
COT CIS COP CGS GRA MAN ECO ACG BUL LIS MAT MAC
Total Credits Required: 63
Diving Business and Technology
Program Advisor: Bob Jason
Phone: (305) 809-3297
Email: rsjason@aol.com
Office: O103A
Completion of this degree will prepare students to develop, operate, and manage diving businesses such as diving operations, retail sales and rentals, equipment repair, and scuba instruction. Graduates also will be qualified to work as dive technicians for research programs, underwater inspection and maintenance, and the operation and maintenance of diving facilities and hyperbaric chambers. A variety of certifications are available through agencies such as DAN, IANTD, NAUI and PADI.
General Education Requirements (15 credits)
ENC 1101 English
Composition I (3)
MGF 1106 Math
for Liberal Arts I (3) (Recommended)
OR
STA 2023 Intro.
to Probability & Statistics I (3)
OR
MAC 1105 College
Algebra (3)
SPC 1040 Introduction
to Speech Communication (3)
Any course from Humanities/Fine Arts (Area I,
Section B) (3)
Any course from Social/Behavioral Science (Area IV) (SYG 1000 Recommended)
(3)
Core Requirements (47 credits required)
OCB 1000 Introduction
to Marine Biology (3)
GEB 1011 Introduction
to Business (3)
CTS 2750C Microsoft
Works (3)
MTE 1811 Basic
Seamanship (3)
MTE 1052 2 & 4-Cycle
Outboard Engine Theory (3)
PEN 2137C Advanced
Scuba Diving (3)
EMS 2081C Scuba
Rescue and Emergency Medicine (3)
PEQ 1137C Divemaster (3)
PGY 1245C Underwater
Photography (3)
MKA 2621 The
Business of Diving (3)
MTE 1730 Scuba
Equip. Maintenance & Repair (2)
EOC 2713C Nitrox
and Computer Diving (3)
EOC 2714C Recompression
Chamber Operations (2)
EOC 2711 Diving
Technology (4)
Choose 6 credits from the following courses:
PEQ 1136C Scuba
Instructor Training (4)
PEQ 2132C Scuba
Instructor Crossover (3)
ISC 2132 Basic
Research Diving (4)
EOC 2712 Introduction
to Surface Air Supplied Diving (3)
PGY 2247C Advanced
Underwater Photography (4)
MTE 2732C Advanced
Diving Equipment Maintenance and Repair (4)
EMS 1344 Aquatic
1st Aid/CPR/O2 (1)
PEN 1136C Scuba
Diving (2)
ISC 1142C Science
of Underwater Performance (3)
EOC 2710 Public
Safety Diving (5)
EOC 2715 Diving
Safety (1)
EOC 2716 Diving
Safety Refresher (4)
EOC 2717 Diving
Safety Inspector (3)
EOC 2719 Surface
Air Supplied Work Diving Techniques (2)
EOC 1720 Nitrox
in the Working Divers Environment (1)
EOC 1721 Chamber
Operations in the Work Diving Environment (1)
EMS 2345 Diving
Medical Technician (3)
Total Credits Required: 62
Marine Engineering
Program Advisor:
Phone: (305) 809-3206
Email:
Office: 1702
This program is designed to prepare individuals as technicians capable of troubleshooting and servicing all makes and models of marine engines and equipment. Students will learn skills in maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in pleasure and commercial craft. All phases of marine servicing instruction follow manufacturer and industry standards. Prepare for expanding job opportunities in a Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) Center.
Florida Keys Community College is an Institution Member, American Welding Society
General Education Requirements (15 credits)
ENC 1101 English
Composition I (3)
SPC 1040 Intro
to Speech Communication (3)
MGF 1106 Mathematics
for Liberal Arts I (Recommended) (3)
OR
STA 2023 Introduction
to Probability & Statistics I (3)
OR
MAC 1105 College
Algebra (3)
Any
course from Humanities/Fine Arts (Area I, Section B) (3)
Any
course from Social/Behavioral Science (Area IV) (3)
Core Requirements (42 credits)
OCB 1000 Intro
to Marine Biology (3)
GEB 1011 Intro
to Business (3)
CGS 2531 Microsoft
Works (3)
MTE 1811 Basic
Seamanship (3)
CGS 1000C Intro
to Computer Science (3)
MTE 1053C 2 & 4-Cycle
Outboard Repair & Maintenance (3)
MTE 1001C Marine
Diesel Engine Overhaul (3)
MTE 1400C Applied
Marine Electricity (3)
MTE 2062 Marine
Corrosion and Corrosion Prevention (2)
MTE 2234C Marine
Gearcase, Outdrives & Transmission Systems (4)
MTE 1183C Marine
Engine Installation & Repowering Procedures (3)
MTE 1651C Gas & Electric
Welding (3)
MTE 2541C Marine
Auxiliary Equipment Servicing (3)
MTE 1301 Fiberglass
Theory (3)
Areas of Specialization/Choose one:
Gasoline Engines (9 credits)
MTE 1166C Marine
Ignition & Fuel Systems (3)
MTE 2054C Marine
4-Cycle Stern Drive Inboard Engines (3)
MTE 2072C Marine
Propulsion Gasoline Engine Troubleshooting (3)
Diesel Engines (9 Credits)
MTE 1056C Marine
Diesel Systems (3)
MTE 2058C Diesel
Engine Testing Troubleshooting Procedures (3)
MTE 2160C Diesel
Fuel Injection Systems (3)
Fiberglass (9 Credits)
MTE 1300C Introduction
to Fiberglass Boat Mfg. (5)
MTE 1302 Advance
Fiberglass Boat & Accessory Construction (4)
Total Credits Required: 66
Marine Environmental Technology
Program Advisor: Bill Trantham
Phone: (305) 809-3228
Email: trantham_w@firn.edu
Office: C221
This degree is designed to prepare students with the skills necessary to work in most marine research laboratory facilities which focus on pollution investigation, ecotourism, environmental mitigation, water quality management and mariculture (farming the sea). A steering committee comprised of employers in marine related industries and governmental agencies make sure that FKCC students learn the skills necessary to meet the environmental demands of the 21st Century. Students in this program will have the opportunity to study the marine sciences in a unique classroom setting: the Florida Keys, which is home to one of the world’s most fascinating marine resources, the living Coral Reef.
General Education Requirements (15 credits)
ENC 1101 English
Composition I (3)
SPC 1040 Intro
to Speech Communication (3)
MGF 1106 Mathematics
for Liberal Arts I (Recommended) (3)
OR
STA 2023 Introduction
to Probability & Statistics I (3)
OR
MAC 1105 College
Algebra (3)
Any
course from Humanities/Fine Arts (Area I, Section B) (3)
Any
course from Social/Behavioral Science (Area IV) (3)
Core Requirements (45 credits)
OCB 1000 Introduction
to Marine Biology (3)
SBM 1--- Any
two Small Business Management Courses (2)
CGS 2531 Microsoft
Works (3)
MTE 1811 Basic
Seamanship (2)
MTE 1052 2- & 4-Cycle
Outboard Engine Theory (3)
BSC 1010C Principles
of Biology I (4)
OCB 2102C Marine
Data Collection (4)
MCB 1010C Microbiology (4)
OR
OCB 2721C Survey
of Mariculture (4)
PCB 2030 Environmental
Biology (3)
OCE 1001 Intro
to Oceanography (3)
PGY 1245 Underwater
Photography (3)
ISC 2132 Basic
Research Diving (4)
BUL 2241 Business
Law I (3)
PEN 2137C Advanced
Scuba Diving (3)
Total Credits Required: 60
Nursing (RN)
Program Advisor:
Phone: (305) 809-3265
Email:
Office: C101
Approved by the Florida State Board of Nursing, this program is designed
to prepare men and women to function with intellectual and technical
competence as registered nurses. The instructional staff is dedicated
to helping students to achieve individual academic success and enter
the field of nursing as competent clinicians.
The Associate in Science Degree in Nursing is awarded upon completion
of the twenty-two month generic RN program. The graduate then becomes
eligible to take the NCLEX-RN for licensure to practice as a Registered
Nurse.
Admission
The A.S. in Nursing is a limited access program and has Selective
Admission Requirements. One
generic class is admitted annually each fall. The deadline for applications
is in May, the exact deadline to be determined each year. LPN’s
may challenge the first semester of nursing course work and enter the
RN program in January if space is available.
Course Failure and Readmission
Nursing students must have a grade of "C" or higher in all
required courses. If a student fails from the Nursing Program, the student
may be readmitted to the program one time upon meeting the terms of re-admission
and the recommendation of the Dean of Health Professions, pending vacancies
in the program. The terms of readmission will be determined on a case-by-case
basis.
The Dean of Health Professions reserves the right to recommend student withdrawal from the Nursing Program. Following the recommendation of the Dean of Health Professions, the Director of Admissions and Records reserves the right to deny the readmission of any student who does not meet the terms of readmission.
General Education Requirements (27 credits)
ENC 1101 English
Composition I (3)
SPC 1040 Introduction
to Speech Communication (3)
BSC 1085C Anatomy & Physiology
I (4)
BSC 1086C Anatomy
and Physiology II (4)
MCB 1010C Microbiology (4)
Any
course from Humanities/Fine Arts (Area I, Section B) (PHI
2600 Introduction to Ethics Recommended) (3)
DEP 2004 Human
Growth and Development (3)
PSY 2012 General
Psychology (3)
Core Requirements (45 credits)
NUR 1020 Nursing
Fundamentals (7)
NUR 1192 Nursing
Nutrition (2)
NUR 2462 Maternal
Child Health (8)
NUR 1520 Mental
Health Nursing (6)
NUR 1210 Clinical
Nursing I (8)
NUR 1142 Pharmacology
in Nursing (2)
NUR 2825 Nursing
Seminar (2)
NUR 2211 Clinical
Nursing II (8)
NUR 2810 Clinical
Nursing III (2)
NUR 2200 Nursing
Review (Recommended)(3)
Total Credits Required: 72