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Below are all the individual courses offered at PTC. Use our Course Search to learn about availability.

 *Denotes college transfer courses.

INTERDISCIPLINARY (IDS)

IDS 101 Human Thought and Learning 3 SHC
This course explores the principles, methods and applications of human thought and learning, including attention, information processing, problem-solving, hypothesis testing, memory, argumentation, learning theory and cognitive awareness.  (3/0)

IDS 104   Career Exploration   1 SHC
This course is the study and application of career assessment and planning, job search, and employability skills in preparation for transition in the workplace. (1/0)

IDS 205 Professional Effectiveness Principles 3 SHC
This course examines the research-based principles and practices associated with professional effectiveness in the workplace, including such topics as problem-solving, systems thinking, interpersonal relations, quality, affective behavior, communications, ethics, self-management, learning, teamwork and leadership. (2/3)


INDUSTRIAL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY (IMT)

IMT 102 Industrial Safety 2 SHC
This course covers safety awareness and practices found in industry. (2/0)

IMT 104 Schematics 2 SHC
This course covers the interpretation of mechanical, fluid power and/or electrical schematics. (2/0)

IMT 112 Hand Tool Operations 3 SHC
This course covers the use of hand tools and their applications in industrial and service areas.  (2/3)

IMT 120 Mechanical Installations 5 SHC
This course covers techniques of assembling, rigging, installation and/or maintenance of mechanical equipment.  (4/3)

IMT 131 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 4 SHC
This course covers the basic technology and principles of hydraulics and pneumatics.  (3/3)

IMT 142  Electric Motors 2 SHC
This course covers theory, operations and maintenance of AC/DC motors used in industry. (1/3)

IMT 161 Mechanical Power Applications 4 SHC
This course covers mechanical transmission devices, including procedures for installation, removal and maintenance.  (3/3)

IMT 170 Statistical Process Control 3 SHC
This course is a study of the concepts and charts used in quality control. (3/0)


INTEGRATED SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY (IST)

IST 150  Project Management Essentials for IT Professionals  3 SHC
This course is the study of integrated project management for computer technology professionals with emphasis on the methods and software used by IT professions, including task lists, Gantt charts, discussion of critical path statistical resource management, scheduling, budgeting and economic factors. Prerequisite: CPT 101  (3/0)

IST 209  Fundamentals of Wireless LANS  3 SHC
This introductory course is the study of design, installation, configuration, operations and troubleshooting of Wireless LANs. The course includes an overview of wireless technologies, standards, devices, security, design and best practices, emphasizing real world applications and skills. Prerequisite:  IST 220 (3/0)

IST 220 Data Communications 3 SHC
This course introduces the fundamentals of data communications.  Basic signaling, networking and various transmission media are covered.  (3/0)

IST 225 Internet Communication 3 SHC
This course covers introductory topics and techniques associated with the Internet and Internet communications. Techniques on how to use and access various types of information as well as how to find resources and navigate the Internet are included. (3/0)

IST 226 Internet Programming 3 SHC
This course covers designing Internet pages and applications for personal/business use, writing the required program code in languages such as HTML, Java and VRML, testing and debugging programs, uploading and maintaining internet pages and applications. (3/0)

IST 237 Intermediate Website Design 3 SHC
This course is a study of server-side (CGI; dynamic html) and client-side (JavaScript) dynamic Web design, including the incorporation of database applications and content into Web pages. Prerequisite: IST 226. (3/0)

IST 238 Advanced Tools for Web Site Design 3 SHC
This course is a study of an advanced (4th generation) Web authoring tool (such as Dreamweaver) to develop increased efficiency and sophistication in Web site design and Web project management.  Prerequisite: IST 237. (3/0)

IST 241 Network Architecture I 3 SHC
This course is a study of how the computer architecture relates to the interconnecting of the various network components, the environment in which the application processes execute and the overall plan defining services to be provided in a distributed environment. Prerequisite: IST  257. (3/0)

IST 256 LAN Desktop Technologies 3 SHC
This course is a study of desktop operating systems technologies including desktop operating system software installation, configuration and troubleshooting and network connectivity requirements. The course also covers administrative functions including local user account maintenance, security, data backup and recovery.  (3/0)

IST 257 LAN Network Server Technologies 3 SHC
This course is a study of network operations system technologies including network operating system architecture, the installation, configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting of network resources and network administration functions such as user/group maintenance, network security, print services, remote access, fault tolerance, backup and recovery.  (3/0).

IST 268 Computer Forensics 3 SHC
This course provides students with a foundational knowledge in computer forensics investigation. Students are introduced to the skills, tools, and methods used to gather, document, and handle electronic evidence. (3/0)

IST 270 Client/Server Systems 3 SHC
This course emphasizes the use of case tools coupled with client tools to allow RAD and prototyping of client applications. Networking and server concepts will be explored. Case studies of existing client/server systems will be used to examine the various phases of client/server applications. Prerequisite: IST 256 (3/0)

IST 272  Relational Database 3 SHC
This course provides a comprehensive foundation in both SQL and relational database design and implementation.  Dynamic and embedded SQL programming techniques are emphasized. (3/0)

IST 281 Presentation Graphics 3 SHC
This course covers state-of-the-art presentation graphics software packages.  Prerequisite: CPT 101. (3/0)

IST 290 Special Topics in Information Sciences 3 SHC
The course covers special topics in information sciences technologies. (3/0)