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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.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FINANCE (BAF)

BAF 250        Investments                                                    3 SHC
This course is a study of the securities field with emphasis on individual portfolio analysis.  (3/0)

BAF 260        Financial Management                                 3 SHC
This course is a study of financial analysis and planning. Topics include working capital management, capital budgeting and cost of capital. Cash forecasting, budgeting, management of credit, cash and payables are included.  Prerequisite:  ACC 101.  (3/0)

 

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY (BCT)

BCT 101        Introduction to Building Construction       5 SHC
This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial construction, construction terms, tools of the trade and their safe use.  (2/9)

BCT 102        Fundamentals of Building Construction  4 SHC
This course is a study of framing for residential and light commercial buildings.  (2/6)

BCT 103        Construction Site Layout                             4 SHC
This course covers location and layout of building corners, elevation and the use of appropriate tools.  (2/6)

BCT 113        Fundamentals of Construction Prints      4 SHC
This course includes reading prints for residential and light commercial building construction.  (2/6)

BCT 131        Estimating/Quantity Take Off                      2 SHC
This course covers construction estimation and quantity take off for construction trades based on local and national building codes.  (1/3)

BCT 138        Residential Wiring                                          5 SHC
This course is a study of wiring methods and practices used in residential applications.  (2/9)

BCT 142        Fundamentals of Construction Safety      4 SHC
This course covers safety standards and practices as they apply to the building construction industry.  (2/6)

BCT 152        Residential Plumbing                                    5 SHC
This course is a study of the plumbing methods and practices used in residential application.  (2/9)

BCT 201        Principles of Roof Construction                 4 SHC
This course is a study of design and construction of roof systems and roofing materials for residential and light commercial construction.  (2/6)

BCT 202        Principles of Form Construction                4 SHC
This course is the study and design of form construction as applied to residential and light commercial construction. (2/6)

BCT 204        Cabinet Making                                               4 SHC
This course is a study of design and construction of cabinets, custom casework and countertops.  (2/6)

BCT 209        Construction Project Management           3 SHC
This course uses hands-on projects to teach building construction skills.  (1/6)

BCT 212        Construction Methods and Design            3 SHC
This course covers residential construction methods and designs.  (2/3)

BCT 221        Construction Building Code                        3 SHC
This course is a study of local, state and national building code requirements as they apply to residential and commercial construction.  (2/3)

BCT 222        License Preparation                                      3 SHC
This course is designed as preparation for contractor exam and licensing.  (3/0)

BCT 231        Construction Labor and Expediting          3 SHC
This course is a study of the process of controlling material and labor on a job site.  (2/3)

 

BIOLOGY (BIO)

*BIO 101       Biological Science I                                       4 SHC
This course is the first of a sequence introducing biology. Topics include the scientific method, basic biochemistry, cell structure and function, cell physiology, cell reproduction and development, Mendelian Genetics, population genetics, natural selection, evolution and ecology. (3/3)

*BIO 102       Biological Science II                                      4 SHC
This is a continuation of introductory biology that includes classification of organisms and structural and functional considerations of all kingdoms (particularly major phyla as well as viruses). Vertebrate animals and vascular plants are emphasized. (3/3) 

BIO 105         Principles of Biology                                    4 SHC
This is an introductory biology course, unifying biology concepts and principles at all levels. (4/0)

BIO 106         Introduction to Human Structure and Function                              4 SHC
This is an introduction to human body components and functions. All body systems are studied with emphasis on cell form and chemical composition. Prerequisite: Eligibility to enter ENG 101 (3/3)

BIO 107         Biological Inquiry                                           3 SHC
This is an introduction to the study of biology. Scientific methodology and contextual reading are emphasized. Course content will focus on anatomy and physiology. Prerequisites: RDG 032, ENG 032, MAT 032. (3/0)

BIO 109         Basic Anatomy and Physiological Concepts                            4 SHC
This course is a study of the anatomical and physiological functions of the human body systems with an in-depth study of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, lymphatic and nervous systems.  (3/3)

BIO 115         Basic Microbiology                                        3 SHC
This is a general course in microbiology, including epidemiology, presence, control and identification of microorganisms. Prerequisite:  BIO 112 or FSE 112.  (2/3)

*BIO 210       Anatomy and Physiology I                            4 SHC
This is the first in a sequence of courses, including an intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole.  All body systems are studied.   Prerequisite:  BIO 106.  (3/3)

*BIO 211       Anatomy and Physiology II                           4 SHC
This is a continuation of a sequence of courses, including intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole.  All body systems are studied. Prerequisite:  BIO 210.  (3/3)

BIO 225         Microbiology                                                    4 SHC
This is a detailed study of microbiology as it relates to infection and the disease processes of the body. Topics include immunity, epidemiology, medically important microorganisms and diagnostic procedures for identification.  Prerequisite:  BIO 210. (3/3)

BIO 230         General Pathology                                         4 SHC
This course introduces fundamentals of human disease, including structural and functional changes. Clinical manifestations and principles of treatment are emphasized.  Prerequisite: BIO 112 or FSE 112. (3/3)

 

BIOTECHNOLOGY (BTN)

BTN 101       Introduction to Biotechnical Engineering                             3 SHC
This is an introductory course which exposes students to the diverse fields of biotechnology, biomedical engineering, bioprocesses and related areas. Students will apply biological and engineering concepts to design materials and processes that directly measure, repair, improve and extend living systems. Prerequisite: EGT 152 (1/6)

BTN 103       Introduction to Biotechnology and Lab Rotation 1                  4 SHC
This course provides an overview of biotechnology, which prepares individuals for working in medical, research, industrial and law enforcement forensic laboratories. Course content includes theory, applications and basic laboratory skills. (2/6)

 

BUSINESS (BUS)

BUS 101       Introduction to Business                              3 SHC
This course is a study of the nature of business activity in relation to the economic society, including how a business is owned, organized, managed and controlled.  (3/0)

BUS 121       Business Law I                                               3 SHC
This course is a study of legal procedures, law and society, classifications and systems of law, the tribunals administering justice and their actions, contracts, sales, transfer of titles, rights and duties of the parties, conditions and warranties.  (3/0)

BUS 210       Introduction to E-Commerce in Business                              3 SHC
This course is the study of electronic commerce and the operations and applications from the business perspective. Emphasis is placed on business concepts and strategies and how they apply to the process of buying and selling goods and services online. (3/0)