WNC Academic Catalog: 2009–2010
Course Descriptions: I
Information Systems (IS)
Technology Division
IS 101: Introduction to Information Systems
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces the student to the role of computers in today's technology-driven environment, allowing for hands on lab experience. Students will be introduced to the Internet, distance education, and the World Wide Web for research, along with operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, database and basic multi-media. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate basic computer survival skills, understand computer terminology, and create data using a variety of software.
IS 201: Computer Applications
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: IS 101 or experience in office software.
Develops the student's knowledge in integrated office productivity software. Topics will cover word processing, database, spreadsheets and working with macro programming. Coursework or experience using office software is essential for successful completion and gives students the foundation to pass expert level certification tests.
Insurance (INS)
Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service Division
INS 210: Property and Liability Insurance
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Emphasizes facts, principles, basic concepts and Nevada Statutes covering property and liability insurance.
Italian (ITAL)
Communications and Fine Arts Division
ITAL 101B: Italian Conversational I
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Emphasizes spoken communication. Listening, reading and writing skills will be explored. A vocabulary of Italian-English words can be developed to suit student needs.
ITAL 102B: Italian Conversational II
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: ITAL 101B or consent of instructor
Continuation from the first semester of Italian to build on speaking, writing and reading skills in the Italian language.
ITAL 103B: Italian, Conversational III
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Continuation from the second semester of Italian to build on speaking, writing and reading skills in the Italian language.
ITAL 104B: Italian, Conversational IV
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Continuation from the third semester of Italian to build on speaking, writing and reading skills in the Italian language.
ITAL 111: Elementary Italian I
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: None
Introduces the Italian language through the development of language skills and structural analysis. Includes an introduction to Italian culture.
ITAL 112: Elementary Italian II
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: ITAL 111
Continues study of the Italian language through the development of language skills and structural analysis. Includes an introduction to Italian culture.