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New Classes

College of DuPage offers a variety of courses for every interest, personality and skill level. New classes are added to the course listing every semester. Visit the College of DuPage Course Catalog for more information on course descriptions.

If you know your major, choose a course that helps fulfill your general education requirements. If you are unsure about your major, choose a class that sparks your interest or schedule an appointment with a counselor or advisor.

New Classes

ACCOU 1000 Bookkeeping Principles - A Practical Focus

This course introduces bookkeeping principles for service companies, focusing on foundational bookkeeping skills. Covers key areas such as recording transactions, tracking income and expenses, and generating financial reports. The course also provides an introduction to using accounting software and managing payroll.

ACCOU 1120 Income Tax Fundamentals

Introduction to fundamentals of income taxation for individuals. Students will explore the structure of the U.S. tax system, income, deductions, credits, and filing requirements.

  • Prerequisite:  ACCOU 1110 or ACCOU 2140, or equivalent, or consent of instructor

ACCOU 1186 Applications of Quickbooks Online

Explores practical applications of QuickBooks Online for essential accounting functions. Students will learn to perform bank reconciliations, create tax documents, and process payroll information. The course also covers the creation of financial reports, equipping students with the skills needed to support accounting departments.

  • Prerequisite: ACCOU 1176 or equivalent or consent of instructor

ART 2249 Advanced Ceramics Studio

Independent exploration of ceramics topics. Each student will work with the professor to develop an individual course plan to build skills. Students will develop a portfolio of independent work and personal direction in ceramics.

  • Prerequisite: Completion of ART 1140, 2241, and 2242 with grades of C or better, or consent of instructor

ART 2253 Intermediate Jewelry/Metalsmithing: Enameling

An intermediate exploration of jewelry/metalsmithing with a focus on vitreous enameling, a process of fusing powdered glass to metal at high temperatures. Techniques include sifting, champlevé, basse-taille, and cloisonné. Emphasis is placed on technical skills, craftsmanship, and integration of form with concept. Students will further develop their personal aesthetic through the application of color on metal.

  • Prerequisite: ART 1250 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor.

ART 2259 Advanced Jewelry/Metalsmithing Studio

Independent exploration of jewelry/metalsmithing topics. Each student will work with the professor to develop an individual course plan to further refine their skills and designs.

  • Prerequisite:  ART 1250 and one or more of the following: ART 2251, ART 2252, ART 2253 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor.

ART 2301 Art Experiences

Through the discovery of histories, cultures, and values found within the artwork and institutions of various locations, students will learn to navigate the art and institutions of the area, examine them critically, and create connections with other fields of study. This is a field studies course.

AVIAT 1115 Aviation Proficiency Lab

This course will provide the additional flight education necessary for a student to complete the skills needed to pass an FAA check ride by building confidence and proficiency. A student can be concurrently enrolled in Aviation Skills Lab and any other Aviation flight course, with permission from the faculty. Additional fees required for this course.

  • Prerequisite: Student must be enrolled in a flight class through the Aviation Management Flight Track program.

AVIAT 2250 Flight Instructor, Airplane

This course is the culmination of students' hard work spent over their aviation training. This course will provide the training and education required to pass the FAA CFI-Airplane oral and flight test, as well as become an effective aviation teacher. This course is in compliance with 14 CFR Parts 61 and 141. Attendance for all FAA flight and ground courses is mandatory. 35 hours of classroom instruction are required as per the FAA, and flight time absences can lead to not completing before the end of the semester. Students must plan on being present for all flight instruction sessions.

  • Prerequisite: Students must be at least 18 years of age. All students are required to have a valid FAA Third Class Medical at enrollment and for the duration of the course. Students utilizing VA Benefits are required to have a valid FAA Second Class Medical issued within the preceding 12 calendar months at enrollment and for the duration of the course. All students must posses an FAA Commercial Pilot Airplane certificate with Instrument and Single-engine ratings, and have the FAA Flight Instructor-Airplane and Fundamentals of Instruction Knowledge Test completed prior to the second week of the course. Students will need to contact the Aviation department for a permit to enroll in this course.

BOTAN 1330 Natural Resources Management

This course serves as an introduction to management and restoration of native Illinois ecosystems. Regional wetland, woodland, and grassland ecosystems will be studied. Common habitat maintenance strategies, including integrated weed management, will be studied in lecture and in the field. An emphasis will be placed on the training of volunteers in ecological restoration.

  • Prerequisite:  This course requires Reading Placement Category One.

CIS 2820 Selected Topics

Intermediate exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college class schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as a different topic is selected each time. Prerequisites will vary depending upon the course contents. Skills attained in prerequisites are necessary for successful completion of the course.

DANCE 1123 Choreography and Composition of Dance II

Intermediate to advanced exploration of compositional tools and methodologies for dance. Creating choreography for proscenium theaters, black box spaces, seating in the round, site specific work, improvisational scores, and film will be explored.

  • Prerequisite: DANCE 1122 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent experience or consent of instructor

ENGLI 2239/ MPTV 2239 Identity and Film 

Explores the multifaceted relationship between films and various elements of identity, such as race, socioeconomic status, gender, sexuality, disability, and nationality. In addition to conducting textual analysis of films, coursework will include examination of film history, film production, audience reception, and critical response as a means to critically probe how films shape and are shaped by identity and culture.

  • Prerequisite:  ENGLI 1135/MPTV 1135 with a grade of C or better, or ENGLI 1145/MPTV 1145 with a grade of C or better, or ENGLI 1154/MPTV 1154 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

ENGLI 2400 ePortfolio

A culminating course on ePortfolios for students graduating with the Writing Studies' Professional Writing Certificate. The course focuses on students designing an ePortfolio for their particular academic or professional needs. Students will select and reflect upon written artifacts from their coursework that represent their learning as well as build, revise, and edit a comprehensive portfolio that represents themselves as professional writers and rhetoricians.

  • Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One and Writing Placement Category One.

FASHI 1111 Introduction to Machine Knitting

Principles and techniques for knitting on a single-bed knitting machine are introduced with emphasis on the creative use of color, pattern, texture, and fibers in the production of knitted fabrics.

FASHI 2330 Sportswear Design

Exploration of techniques used in the design and construction of garments for the Athleisure and Sportswear markets. Students will learn basic construction techniques, fabric and pattern selection, and pattern adjustment for fit based on body measurements. Students will design and execute multi-layered looks with a focus on knitwear and RTW items.

  • Prerequisite: FASHI 1202 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or FASHI 2300 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

FASHI 2335 Bridal, Special Occasion, and Alteration Techniques

Study of intricate sewing methods specific to wedding and special occasion dresses. Exploration of haute couture methods and inner support of wedding gowns, layered constructions, and techniques for bustier, skirt, and train construction. Students will gain proficiency in wedding alterations, gown restyling, and custom tailoring techniques.

  • Prerequisite: FASHI 1202 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or FASHI 2300 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

FASHI 2425 Fashion Communication

Discover traditional and digital communication opportunities in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of the current fashion media and communication landscape. Students will build a go to market strategy for a fashion client, applying skills learned in the course.

  • Prerequisite: FASHI 1531 or FASHI 1210 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

FASHI 2455 Future of Fashion Retail

Explore the rapidly evolving retail environment. Students will be introduced to the various ways digital technologies are integrated throughout the traditional brick and mortar retail environment, as well as other current and emerging issues in retail. Students will identify challenges in the retail environment and recommend true-to-brand strategies that encompass multiple channels, resulting in innovative retail recommendations for an existing brand.

  • Prerequisite: FASHI 1531 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or FASHI 1210 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

FASHI 2461 Visual Merchandising II

Exploration of visual communication for the purpose of connecting a consumer to a fashion product through interior and exterior retail displays. Students will work in teams to physically construct a variety of displays, identifying challenges in the conception and installation process.

  • Prerequisite: FASHI 1460 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

FASHI 2465 Professional Practices for Fashion Merchandisers

Create a professional body of work based on individual career interests in the fashion industry. Students will learn how to present themselves professionally through written, oral, and visual communication. Students will gain an understanding of the current fashion and retail work environment, state of the industry, as well as career paths and opportunities for long-term careers in the fashion industry.

  • Prerequisite:  FASHI 1531 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or FASHI 1210 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

FASHI 2510 Fashion in the US

Tour fashion industry locations across the USA. Students will learn about retail, wholesale, and supportive fashion businesses by exploring resources and creating connections with others in their field of study. Repeatable for credit at different locations.

HORT 1107 Prescribed Burn Training

Explore prescribed burning as an essential practice in land management and ecosystem maintenance. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the ecological role of fire in sustaining healthy ecosystems and learn how to develop and implement effective prescribed burn plans.

  • Prerequisite:  HORT 1109 or concurrent enrollment in HORT 1109.

HORT 1108 Chainsaw Safety and Operation

Explore chainsaw safety as an essential skill across various industries. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of chainsaw components, functions, and safe operating techniques. Students will learn to operate chainsaws safely, mitigate risk, and respond effectively to chainsaw-related emergencies.

  • Prerequisite: HORT 1109 or concurrent enrollment in HORT 1109.

HORT 1122 Pesticide Applicators Certification

Prepare students for Illinois Pesticide Applicators License exams. Course will cover chemical handling, mixing, calibration, and application of horticultural pesticides. Certification exam will be administered at the completion of the course by the Illinois Department of Agriculture.

HORT 2200 Horticulture Field Study

This course will introduce students to fundamental horticultural concepts by travelling to a particular region. Course content will focus on the region's unique ecology, biodiversity, cultural insights, and sustainable growing methods. Immersive, field-based learning experiences will be enriched by lectures, seminars, and group presentations addressing the relevant research trends, management directives, and conservation initiatives shaping the long-term sustainability of the selected region. This course is repeatable up to three times as long as the region visited is different in each case.

HORT 2280 Horticultural Therapy Programming & Techniques

This course explores Horticultural Therapy (HT) programing tailored to a wide range of client populations. Students will learn to effectively design horticultural therapy activity sessions that address the specific needs and abilities of diverse groups. Simulated client assessments and labs are incorporated into the course.

  • Prerequisite:  HORT 1148 or equivalent.

HORT 2281 Horticultural Therapy Management

Equips students with the skills to design, implement, manage, and assess horticultural therapy programs across various settings. Key factors and strategies for designing and sustaining successful indoor and outdoor therapeutic gardens are discussed. Students will explore private contracting business models, marketing strategies, and approaches to securing funding and resources for program support. Students will design a comprehensive program proposal that integrates all major program and site design, implementation, management, and evaluation aspects.

  • Prerequisite: HORT 1148 and HORT 2280 or equivalent.

HORT 2282 Advanced Horticultural Therapy Techniques

Explores a variety of therapeutic techniques used in horticultural therapy. This course includes a lab component where students will have opportunities to apply classroom knowledge through relevant horticultural therapy activities. Topics include: motivational management, mindfulness, the power of awe, motivational interviewing, group dynamics, and therapeutic traits.

  • Prerequisite: HORT 1148, HORT 2280, and HORT 2281 or equivalent.

HOSP 1106 Itineraries and Tour Packages

Covers the fundamentals of researching, designing, and packaging traveler itineraries.

  • Prerequisite: HOSP 1100 or HOSP 1101, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

HOSP 1107 Principles of the Travel Industry II

Provides intermediate level travel planning management. Emphasis is on effective practices for selling travel products, and essential travel agency functions such as communications, finances, commissions, and career building.

  • Prerequisite: HOSP 1103 or equivalent or consent of instructor.

HOSP 1153 The Science of Meetings

Introduction to the science involved in meetings. Emphasis will be placed on skills needed to leverage technology, prepare for an effective meeting, agenda planning, effective communications, and the differences between on-site, hybrid, and remote meetings.

HOSP 2000 Home Agency Operations

Provides the background necessary to create and manage a successful home-based travel advisor operation. The course builds a foundation of the knowledge, skills, steps, and technology required to be successful.

  • Prerequisite: HOSP 1106 and HOSP 1107, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

MPTV 1430 Introduction to Podcasting

Introduction to podcast production. This course includes an understanding of the role of the podcaster and the development of content. Explores sound production, recording techniques, and the role of talent in entertainment and news genres.

MPTV 2430 Content Creator for Social Media

Practice the role of a social media content creator. This course includes content development, visual storytelling, and audience engagement techniques. Students will create videos, images, live streams, effective communication, and branding on digital platforms.

MPTV 2435 Sports Reporting and Broadcasting Techniques

Advanced course in developing on-camera talent for sports broadcasting, Students will learn skills such as voice control, diction, and interviewing techniques for sports coverage, using single and multi-camera production techniques.

PHYS 1304 Theories and Techniques of Football

Instruction covering a breadth of the advanced schemes, positions, and drills utilized at the college and professional levels of play. Students will gain the base competency in offensive, defensive, and special teams play that is required for the contemporary high-level athlete.

  • Prerequisite:  Previous competitive high school or college football participation or coaching experience is encouraged.

PHYS 1352 Softball II

An in-depth coverage of advanced softball techniques, position-specific strategies, and game-like situations. Students will enhance knowledge of bookkeeping, subbing, bat, and ball regulations. Prepares students to develop and implement class and practice plans.

  • Prerequisite: Previous softball experience and knowledge preferred.

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