# Lewis and Clark Community College — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-21T07:17:44.215Z from a crawl of lc.edu. 749 records (39 programs · 710 courses · 0 resource pages). # Total credit hours required for the completion of the General Education Core Curriculum: 37 ## Courses - ANTH231 — Introduction To Physical Anthropology - ANTH232 — Cultural Anthropology - ART130 — Introduction To The Visual Arts - ART140 — The Art Of Film - ART141 — History Of Art I - ART142 — History Of Art II - ART146 — Women In Art - ART153 — Non-Western Art - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL131 — Biology: A Contemporary Approach - BIOL132 — Human Biology - BIOL134 — General Botany - BIOL135 — General Zoology - BIOL145 — Natural Resources & Environmental Science - BIOL162 — Human Inheritance - BIOL164 — Microbes And Society - BIOL165 — Ecological Principles - BIOL173 — Evolutionary Theory - CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry - CHEM131 — Introduction To Chemistry I - CHEM141 — General Chemistry I - ECON151 — Principles Of Macroeconomics - ECON152 — Principles Of Microeconomics - EESC130 — General Physical Science - EESC131 — Physical Geography - EESC135 — Environmental Geography - EESC141 — Introduction To Astronomy - EESC145 — Intro Geology & Physical Geography - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - FREN232 — Intermediate French II - GEOG132 — Geography By World Regions - GEOG205 — Human Geography - GERM232 — Intermediate German II - HIST131 — Western Civilization I - HIST132 — Western Civilization II - HIST135 — World History I - HIST136 — World History II - HIST138 — History Of Latin America - HIST141 — African American History - HIST231 — American Republic: Beginnings - 1877 - HIST232 — American Nation: 1877 - Present - HUMN131 — Introduction To Humanities I - HUMN132 — Introduction To Humanities II - HUMN231 — Comparative Religion I - LITT134 — Shakespeare’s Tragedies - LITT135 — Women In Literature - LITT136 — Mythology - LITT140 — Children’s Literature - LITT144 — Eastern Mythology - Red Sky Heroes - LITT233 — Literature Of Non-Western Cultures - LITT234 — Multicultural American Literature - LITT235 — American Literature I - LITT236 — American Literature II - LITT241 — British Literature I - LITT242 — British Literature II - MATH138 — General Education Mathematics - MATH145 — General Education Statistics - MATH152 — Math For Elementary Teachers II - MATH165 — Calculus for Busn & Social Science - MATH171 — Calculus And Analytic Geometry I - MATH172 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry II - MATH235 — Statistics - MATH271 — Calculus And Analytic Geometry III - MUSI130 — Appreciation Of Music - MUSI134 — Non-Western Music - MUSI137 — Introduction To American Music - MUSI138 — Introduction To Music Literature - MUSI232 — Jazz In Multicultural America - PHIL131 — Introduction To Philosophy - PHIL132 — Eastern Philosophy - PHIL231 — Fundamentals Of Logical Reasoning - PHIL240 — Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics) - PHYS130 — Concepts Of Physics - PHYS131 — Introduction To Physics I - PHYS141 — General Physics I - POLS131 — American Government - POLS132 — State And Local Government - POLS231 — International Relations - PSYC131 — General Psychology - PSYC232 — Human Development - PSYC233 — Child Psychology - PSYC243 — Adolescent Psychology - PSYC253 — Adult Development And Aging - PSYC260 — Social Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SOCI132 — Social Problems - SOCI150 — Racial And Ethnic Relations - SOCI155 — Introduction To Sex And Gender - SOCI240 — Marriage And The Family - SOSC132 — The Science of Happiness - SOSC133 — River in Social Context - SOSC135 — Helping Skills for a Changing World - SOSC160 — Human Sexuality - SPAN232 — Intermediate Spanish II - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4400 --- # Additional Associate in Arts Requirement: 3 Credit Hours **Degree** ## Courses - ANTH232 — Cultural Anthropology - ART146 — Women In Art - ART153 — Non-Western Art - CRMJ131 — Intro To American Criminal Justice - CRMJ151 — Intro To Corrections - CRMJ254 — The Juvenile Offender - DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting - FREN131 — Elementary French I - FREN132 — Elementary French II - FREN231 — Intermediate French I - FREN232 — Intermediate French II - GEOG205 — Human Geography - GERM131 — Elementary German I - GERM132 — Elementary German II - GERM231 — Intermediate German I - GERM232 — Intermediate German II - HIST135 — World History I - HIST136 — World History II - HIST138 — History Of Latin America - HIST141 — African American History - HUMN231 — Comparative Religion I - LITT135 — Women In Literature - LITT233 — Literature Of Non-Western Cultures - MCOM130 — Introduction To Video Production - MCOM131 — Introduction To Broadcasting - MCOM136 — Basic Announcing - MCOM145 — Broadcast Writing - MCOM150 — Introduction To Audio Production - MUSI134 — Non-Western Music - MUSI232 — Jazz In Multicultural America - PHIL132 — Eastern Philosophy - SOCI150 — Racial And Ethnic Relations - SOCI155 — Introduction To Sex And Gender - SPAN131 — Elementary Spanish I - SPAN132 — Elementary Spanish II - SPAN231 — Intermediate Spanish I - SPAN232 — Intermediate Spanish II - WEB135 — Web Page Design Essentials Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4346 --- # Associate in Engineering Science - ENGR/SCI.AES **Degree** ## Courses - CHEM121 — General Chemistry I - Recitation - CHEM122 — General Chemistry II - Recitation - CHEM141 — General Chemistry I - CHEM142 — General Chemistry II - CHEM261 — Organic Chemistry I - CHEM262 — Organic Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM263 — Organic Chemistry II - CHEM264 — Organic Chemistry Laboratory II - CIS210 — Java Programming - CIS235 — C++ Programming - DASC131 — Introduction to Data Science - DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting - ECON151 — Principles Of Macroeconomics - ECON152 — Principles Of Microeconomics - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - ENGR101 — Engineering Orientation - MATH171 — Calculus And Analytic Geometry I - MATH172 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry II - MATH271 — Calculus And Analytic Geometry III - MATH272 — Differential Equations - PHYS141 — General Physics I - PHYS142 — General Physics II - PHYS210 — Engineering Circuit Analysis - PHYS241 — Applied Mechanics - Statics - PHYS242 — Applied Mechanics - Dynamics - PHYS244 — Introduction To Modern Physics - PHYS245 — Mechanics Of Solids - PHYS251 — Introduction to Thermal Physics - PHYS252 — Introduction to Quantum Physics - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4347 --- # Associate in Fine Arts (Art Emphasis) - ART.AFA **Degree** ## Courses - ART131 — Basic Design I - ART132 — Basic Design II - ART133 — Drawing I - ART134 — Drawing II - ART135 — Figure Drawing I - ART136 — Three-Dimensional Design - ART137 — Beginning Ceramics I - ART138 — Beginning Ceramics II - ART141 — History Of Art I - ART142 — History Of Art II - ART146 — Women In Art - ART233 — Advanced Drawing I - ART235 — Beginning Painting I - ART236 — Beginning Painting II - ART241 — Beginning Printmaking I Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4344 --- # Associate in Fine Arts (Music Performance) - MUSC/PERF.AFA **Degree** ## Courses - MUSI130 — Appreciation Of Music - MUSI135 — Music Theory I - MUSI136 — Music Theory II - MUSI138 — Introduction To Music Literature - MUSI144 — Concert Choir - MUSI145 — Jazz Band - MUSI146 — Symphony Orchestra - MUSI147 — Guitar Ensemble - MUSI149 — Percussion Ensemble - MUSI161 — Piano I - MUSI162 — Piano II - MUSI233 — Jazz Improvisation Lab - MUSI235 — Music Theory III - MUSI236 — Music Theory IV - MUSI261 — Piano III - MUSI262 — Piano IV - MUSI299 — Major Applied Music Instruction Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4422 --- # Associate in Science - SCI.AS **Degree** ## Courses - ANTH232 — Cultural Anthropology - ART146 — Women In Art - ART153 — Non-Western Art - CRMJ131 — Intro To American Criminal Justice - CRMJ151 — Intro To Corrections - CRMJ254 — The Juvenile Offender - DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting - GEOG205 — Human Geography - HIST135 — World History I - HIST136 — World History II - HIST138 — History Of Latin America - HIST141 — African American History - HUMN231 — Comparative Religion I - LITT135 — Women In Literature - LITT233 — Literature Of Non-Western Cultures - MCOM130 — Introduction To Video Production - MCOM131 — Introduction To Broadcasting - MCOM136 — Basic Announcing - MCOM145 — Broadcast Writing - MCOM150 — Introduction To Audio Production - MUSI134 — Non-Western Music - MUSI232 — Jazz In Multicultural America - PHIL132 — Eastern Philosophy - SOCI150 — Racial And Ethnic Relations - SOCI155 — Introduction To Sex And Gender - WEB135 — Web Page Design Essentials Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4350 --- # Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - HUMN241 — Media’s Effect On U.S. Culture - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - SPCH151 — Interpersonal Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4345 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Completion in Accounting Clerk: 18 **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT130 — Accounting For Small Business - ACCT131 — Financial Accounting - ACCT132 — Managerial Accounting - ACCT233 — Cost Accounting - ACCT234 — Tax Accounting - ACCT235 — Intermediate Accounting I - ACCT236 — Intermediate Accounting II - ACCT237 — Payroll Accounting - ACCT238 — Data Analytics in Accounting - ACCT280 — Accounting Co-Op - BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business - BUSN141 — Business And The Legal Environment - BUSN181 — Personal Finance - BUSN187 — Financial Investments - BUSN215 — Business Software Applications - CIS135 — Computer Literacy - DASC131 — Introduction to Data Science - ECON151 — Principles Of Macroeconomics - ECON152 — Principles Of Microeconomics - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - JOBS132 — Targeting The Job Market - JOBS133 — Job Seeking Skills - MATH131 — College Algebra - MATH138 — General Education Mathematics - MATH145 — General Education Statistics - MATH165 — Calculus for Busn & Social Science - MATH235 — Statistics - MGMT237 — Fundamentals Of Management - MGMT245 — Financial Management - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4336 --- # Total hours required for the A.A.S. in Architectural Technology: 60 **Degree** ## Courses - ADCG133 — Introduction To Architecture - ADCG134 — Architectural Graphics - ADCG144 — Computer Graphics for Architects - ADCG150 — Sustainable Principles - ADCG200 — Architectural Rendering - ADCG210 — Architectural History - ADCG232 — Architectural Design I - ADCG233 — Architectural Design II - ADCG255 — Revit - ADCG256 — Advanced Revit - ADCG258 — Architectural Building Systems - ADCG259 — Construction of Buildings - ART141 — History Of Art I - ART142 — History Of Art II - DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting - DRFT248 — Advanced Computer Aided Drafting - DRFT249 — Topics In CAD I - DRFT251 — Product Design And Development - DRFT253 — Introduction to 3D Parametric Design - DRFT254 — Advanced Inventor - DRFT270 — Drafting Instruction Internship - DRFT271 — Drafting/CAD Internship - ECOL150 — GIS/GPS Mapping For Industry - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - GIS120 — Intro to Unmanned Aircraft Systems - HIST131 — Western Civilization I - HIST132 — Western Civilization II - HIST135 — World History I - HIST136 — World History II - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MATH125 — Technical Math I - MATH131 — College Algebra - MATH132 — Trigonometry - MATH171 — Calculus And Analytic Geometry I - PHYS125 — Applied Physics I - PHYS131 — Introduction To Physics I - PHYS132 — Introduction To Physics II - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4342 --- # Total credit hours required for the A.A.S. in Automotive Technology: 72 **Degree** ## Courses - AUTO140 — Orientation To Automotive Technology - AUTO141 — Intro to Automotiv. Eng Perf/Repair - AUTO143 — Intro. Align./Susp./Steering/Brakes - AUTO145 — Intro Automot. Elec. Htng./Air Condt - AUTO147 — Intro Auto Manual Transm Drive Lns. - AUTO241 — Automotive Engine Repair - AUTO242 — Automotive Engine Performance - AUTO243 — Brake Systems Diagnosis And Repair - AUTO244 — Alignment, Suspension and Steering - AUTO245 — Auto. Heating/Cooling & Air Cond. - AUTO246 — Electrical System Diagnosis & Repair - AUTO247 — Manual Drive Lines & Axle Assemb. - AUTO248 — Automatic Transmissions & Transaxle - AUTO253 — Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology - AUTO279 — Advanced Engine Performance - AUTO280 — Automotive Technology Internship - DTEC241 — Intro to Diesel Engine Repair - DTEC243 — MHDT Brakes, Steering, & Suspension - DTEC246 — MHDT Electricity & Electronics - EESC130 — General Physical Science - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - MATH122 — Technology-Integrated Math - MATH125 — Technical Math I - PHYS125 — Applied Physics I - PHYS130 — Concepts Of Physics - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4353 --- # Total credit hours for a Certificate of Proficiency in Child Development: 30 **Certificate** ## Courses - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - CHDV131 — Introduction To Child Development - CHDV133 — Child Growth And Development - CHDV136 — Exceptional Child - CHDV137 — Observation & Assessment Of Children - CHDV139 — Health, Safety, and Nutrition - CHDV142 — Infant/Toddler Care - CHDV145 — School-Age Child Care - CHDV160 — Teaching Math in Early Childhood - CHDV170 — Discovering Montessori - CHDV232 — Curriculum For Young Children - CHDV234 — Children’s Laboratory - CHDV236 — Admin. Of A Child Development Prog. - CHDV238 — Family, School & Community Relations - CHDV240 — Seminar In Child Development - CHDV271 — Child Development Internship - CHDV272 — Director Credential Internship - EDUC236 — Language Development & Acquisition - EESC130 — General Physical Science - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - GEOG132 — Geography By World Regions - LITT140 — Children’s Literature - MATH129 — Business Mathematics - MATH142 — Math For Elementary Teachers I - MKTG240 — Social Media Marketing - MUSI133 — Music For The Pre-School Teacher - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4362 --- # Total credit hours required for a Certificate of Proficiency in Criminal Justice: 30 **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS135 — Computer Literacy - CRMJ131 — Intro To American Criminal Justice - CRMJ133 — Crime Prevent And Patrol Techniques - CRMJ141 — Criminology - CRMJ145 — Understanding Serial Killers - CRMJ148 — Criminal Law - CRMJ151 — Intro To Corrections - CRMJ160 — Computer Forensics - CRMJ249 — Criminal Court Procedures - CRMJ252 — Constitutional Law-Criminal Justice - CRMJ254 — The Juvenile Offender - CRMJ256 — Crime And Popular Culture - CRMJ260 — Criminal Justice and Mental Health - CRMJ262 — Criminal Justice Ethics - CRMJ265 — Criminal Investigation - CRMJ267 — Forensics: Trace Evidence Analysis - CRMJ271 — Criminal Justice Internship - CRMJ275 — Problems In Criminal Justice - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - GIS120 — Intro to Unmanned Aircraft Systems - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - POLS131 — American Government - POLS132 — State And Local Government - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4373 --- # Total hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Assisting: 40 **Certificate** ## Courses - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL131 — Biology: A Contemporary Approach - BIOL132 — Human Biology - DENT131 — Dental Biology - DENT132 — Pathology I - DENT134 — Preclinical Orientation - DENT136 — Orofacial Anatomy - DENT137 — Oral Histology And Embryology - DENT143 — Dental Office Management - DENT144 — Dental Materials - DENT148 — Dental Specialties - DENT150 — Dental Radiology - DENT152 — Preventive Dentistry - DENT153 — Operative Procedures - DENT154 — Clinical Practice - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4376 --- # Total credit hours required for the A.A.S in Dental Hygiene: 60 **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL131 — Biology: A Contemporary Approach - BIOL132 — Human Biology - BIOL141 — Anatomy-Physiology I - BIOL142 — Anatomy-Physiology II - BIOL241 — Microbiology - CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry - DENT143 — Dental Office Management - DENT231 — Pharmacology - DENT232 — Pathology II - DENT233 — Nutrition And Oral Health - DENT234 — Preclinical Dental Hygiene I - DENT248 — Periodontology - DENT250 — Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar I - DENT251 — Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar II - DENT252 — Community Oral Health - DENT253 — Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar III - DENT254 — Dental Hygiene Practice II - DENT255 — Dental Hygiene Practice III - DENT256 — Dental Hygiene Practice IV - DENT257 — Local Anesthesia In Dentistry - DENT295 — National Board Exam Review - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MATH114 — Technical Math for Allied Health - MATH116 — Intermediate Algebra - MATH124 — Health Sciences-Integrated Math - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4378 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Digital Streaming & Broadcast Media: 31 **Certificate** ## Courses - CGRD140 — Digital Photography - CGRD144 — Adobe Illustrator - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MCOM125 — Introduction To Broadcast Operations - MCOM130 — Introduction To Video Production - MCOM131 — Introduction To Broadcasting - MCOM132 — Introduction To Mass Communications - MCOM134 — News Writing - MCOM136 — Basic Announcing - MCOM138 — Audio Podcasting - MCOM145 — Broadcast Writing - MCOM150 — Introduction To Audio Production - MCOM154 — Basic Announcing & Interviewing - MCOM160 — Introduction To Advertising - MCOM230 — Advanced Video Production - MCOM238 — Video Podcasting - MCOM245 — Radio News - MCOM250 — Advanced Audio Production - MCOM255 — Intermediate Announcing - MCOM256 — Mass Communications Portfolio - MCOM271 — Media Internship - MCOM280 — Topics In Media - MKTG136 — Salesmanship - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4448 --- # Total hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Drafting and Design: 34 **Certificate** ## Courses - ADCG133 — Introduction To Architecture - ADCG134 — Architectural Graphics - ADCG200 — Architectural Rendering - ADCG232 — Architectural Design I - ADCG233 — Architectural Design II - ADCG255 — Revit - ADCG256 — Advanced Revit - ADCG258 — Architectural Building Systems - ADCG259 — Construction of Buildings - ART131 — Basic Design I - DRFT131 — Fundamentals Of General Drafting - DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting - DRFT142 — Engineering Graphics I - DRFT144 — Engineering Graphics II - DRFT145 — Fundamentals Of Microstation CAD - DRFT146 — AutoCAD - DRFT147 — Structural, Civil & Pipe Drafting - DRFT248 — Advanced Computer Aided Drafting - DRFT249 — Topics In CAD I - DRFT251 — Product Design And Development - DRFT253 — Introduction to 3D Parametric Design - DRFT254 — Advanced Inventor - DRFT256 — Advanced Solidworks - DRFT270 — Drafting Instruction Internship - DRFT271 — Drafting/CAD Internship - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - MATH125 — Technical Math I - MATH131 — College Algebra - PHYS125 — Applied Physics I - PHYS131 — Introduction To Physics I - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4381 --- # Education ## Courses - EDUC230 — Education Observation Lab - EDUC231 — American Education - EDUC232 — Introduction To Special Education - EDUC233 — Diversity in Today’s Schools - EDUC236 — Language Development & Acquisition - EDUC241 — Educational Psychology Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4470 --- # Total credit hours required for the A.A.S. in Environmental Science: 60 **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL131 — Biology: A Contemporary Approach - BIOL134 — General Botany - BIOL135 — General Zoology - BIOL138 — Field Biology - BIOL139 — Applied Entomology - BIOL145 — Natural Resources & Environmental Science - BIOL165 — Ecological Principles - CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry - CHEM131 — Introduction To Chemistry I - ECOL131 — Introductory Soils - ECOL238 — Field Practicum - ECON152 — Principles Of Microeconomics - EESC135 — Environmental Geography - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - MATH145 — General Education Statistics - SOCI134 — Intro To Environmental Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4386 --- # Total credit hours required for the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Exercise Science: 60 **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL132 — Human Biology - BIOL141 — Anatomy-Physiology I - BIOL161 — Biology Of Nutrition - BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - HEED131 — First Aid - HEED133 — Personal & Community Health - JOBS132 — Targeting The Job Market - JOBS133 — Job Seeking Skills - MKTG131 — Introduction To Marketing - PHED130 — Fitness & Conditioning I - PHED131 — Fitness And Conditioning II - PHED132 — Fitness And Conditioning III - PHED133 — Fitness And Conditioning IV - PHED134 — Horseback Riding - PHED144 — Lifeguard Training - PHED145 — Water Safety Instructor - PHED151 — Progressive Yoga - PHED173 — Walking - PHED176 — Yogalates - PHIL240 — Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics) - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - XSCI130 — Strength Training And Fitness - XSCI135 — Exercise Physiology - XSCI140 — Assessment & Exercise Prescription - XSCI145 — Intro To Biomechanics - XSCI200 — Sport Psychology - XSCI220 — Exercise For Special Populations - XSCI240 — Exercise Psychology - XSCI271 — Exercise Science Internship Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4389 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Fire Science: 40 **Certificate** ## Courses - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL132 — Human Biology - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - FIRE130 — Principles of Emergency Services - FIRE131 — Fire Service Vehicle Operator - FIRE132 — Fire Service Safety & Survival - FIRE142 — Basic Firefighter: Module A - FIRE143 — Hazardous Materials Operations - FIRE152 — Fire Protection Systems - FIRE157 — Fire Prevention Principles - FIRE172 — Fire Service Building Construction - FIRE173 — Basic Firefighter: Module B - FIRE174 — Fire Behavior and Combustion - FIRE183 — Basic Firefighter: Module C - FIRE232 — Advanced Firefighter - FIRE237 — Fire Service Instructor I - FIRE242 — Fire And Arson Investigation I - FIRE245 — Fire Protection Water Supply - FIRE248 — Company Fire Officer - FIRE256 — Incident Safety Officer - FIRE258 — Advanced Fire Officer - FIRE278 — Fire Service Instructor II - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MATH122 — Technology-Integrated Math - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4394 --- # Total hours required for Certificate of Proficiency in Graphic Design: 36 **Certificate** ## Courses - ART131 — Basic Design I - ART132 — Basic Design II - ART133 — Drawing I - ART136 — Three-Dimensional Design - ART141 — History Of Art I - ART142 — History Of Art II - BUSN161 — Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media - CGRD110 — Videogame: Theory and Design - CGRD140 — Digital Photography - CGRD142 — Adobe Photoshop - CGRD144 — Adobe Illustrator - CGRD150 — Desktop Publishing Using InDesign - CGRD161 — Graphic Design I - CGRD162 — Graphic Design II - CGRD240 — 3D Modeling And Animation - CGRD241 — Advanced Digital Photography - CGRD242 — Advanced Adobe Photoshop - CGRD243 — Marketing Creative Portfolios - CGRD244 — Advanced Adobe Illustrator - CGRD250 — Advanced Adobe InDesign - CGRD260 — Advanced 3D Modeling And Animation - CGRD262 — Graphic Design III - CGRD264 — Computer Graphics Cooperative - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MATH129 — Business Mathematics - MATH138 — General Education Mathematics - MCOM130 — Introduction To Video Production - MCOM160 — Introduction To Advertising - MKTG240 — Social Media Marketing - MUSI125 — Music Video Production - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - WEB101 — Intro To User Experience (UX) Design - WEB135 — Web Page Design Essentials - WEB150 — Dreamweaver - WEB190 — HTML and CSS - WEB191 — JavaScript and PHP - WEB201 — Interaction Design (IxD) - WEB245 — Web Animation Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4366 --- # Total credit hours required for the A.A.S. in Health Information & Medical Coding: 60 **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT131 — Financial Accounting - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL132 — Human Biology - BIOL161 — Biology Of Nutrition - BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business - BUSN141 — Business And The Legal Environment - CDEV130 — Career Development - CIS135 — Computer Literacy - ENGL125 — Basic Writing - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - HIMC130 — Introduction to Health Information - HIMC250 — Medical Coding Exam Review - HIMC260 — Health Information/Coding Externship - HIMC270 — Medical Billing and Coding - HIMC271 — Advanced Billing & Coding - MATH129 — Business Mathematics - MEDA120 — Pathophysiology I - MEDA130 — Pharmacology for Medical Assistants - MEDA140 — Clinical Medical Assisting Skills I - MEDA170 — Medical Office Procedures - MEDA171 — Health Insurance and EHR - MEDA220 — Pathophysiology II - MEDA240 — Clinical Medical Assisting Skills II - MEDA250 — Medical Assisting Exam Review - MGMT237 — Fundamentals Of Management - MGMT242 — Human Resource Management - PSYC131 — General Psychology - READ125 — College Reading - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4480 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Human Services Generalist: 33 **Certificate** ## Courses - CHDV131 — Introduction To Child Development - CHDV136 — Exceptional Child - CIS135 — Computer Literacy - CRMJ151 — Intro To Corrections - CRMJ254 — The Juvenile Offender - CRMJ260 — Criminal Justice and Mental Health - DASC131 — Introduction to Data Science - EDUC241 — Educational Psychology - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - HUMS131 — Introduction To Human Services - HUMS140 — Ethical Practice - HUMS145 — Understanding Human Diversity - HUMS164 — Mental Health First Aid - HUMS165 — Clinical Skills - HUMS166 — Crisis Intervention - HUMS210 — Drugs And Their Effects - HUMS232 — Counseling For Life Change And Loss - HUMS233 — Substance Use Counseling - HUMS234 — Croup Counseling - HUMS290 — Fieldwork I - HUMS295 — Fieldwork II - PSYC131 — General Psychology - PSYC132 — Health And Personal Growth - PSYC232 — Human Development - PSYC233 — Child Psychology - PSYC235 — Personality Psychology - PSYC243 — Adolescent Psychology - PSYC253 — Adult Development And Aging - PSYC260 — Social Psychology - PSYC270 — Abnormal Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SOCI132 — Social Problems - SOCI150 — Racial And Ethnic Relations - SOCI155 — Introduction To Sex And Gender - SOCI240 — Marriage And The Family - SOSC132 — The Science of Happiness - SOSC160 — Human Sexuality - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - SPCH151 — Interpersonal Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4517 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Industrial Electricity: 31 **Certificate** ## Courses - AVIO131 — Introduction to Aircraft Systems - AVIO132 — Basic Aircraft Wiring And Tools - AVIO133 — Aircraft Communication & Control Systems - DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting - EESC130 — General Physical Science - ELEC131 — DC: Fundamentals in Electricity - ELEC132 — AC: Fundamentals in Electricity - ELEC133 — Digital Electronics - ELEC135 — Motor Controls - ELEC231 — PLC Programming - ELEC233 — Instrumentation I - ELEC235 — Instrumentation II - ELEC237 — Final Control Elements - ELEC239 — PID Control - ELEC271 — Industrial Electricity Internship - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - MATH116 — Intermediate Algebra - MATH125 — Technical Math I - PHYS125 — Applied Physics I - PRCS131 — Introduction To Process Technology - PRCS133 — Process Technology Equipment I - PRCS134 — Process Technology Equipment II - PRCS135 — Safety, Health, And Environment - PRCS151 — Process Instrumentation Control I - PRCS231 — Quality Control - PRCS252 — Process Instrumentation Control II - PRCS255 — Process Technology Systems - PRCS256 — Process Technology Operations - SOLR120 — Solar Design and Installation - SOLR121 — Grid Tied Solar Design - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - WELD131 — Introduction to Welding Industry Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4495 --- # Total credit hours required for the A.A.S. in Information Technology: 60 **Degree** ## Courses - BUSN161 — Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media - CIS144 — Systems Analysis And Design - CIS177 — Python For Security Administration - CRMJ160 — Computer Forensics - ELEC131 — DC: Fundamentals in Electricity - ELEC132 — AC: Fundamentals in Electricity - ELEC133 — Digital Electronics - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - ITEC132 — Introduction to Computer Networking - ITEC142 — Operating Systems - ITEC148 — Physical Network Installation - ITEC154 — PC Servicing - ITEC160 — Cisco Networking I - ITEC200 — Linux And UNIX Operating Systems - ITEC223 — Windows Network Configuration - ITEC224 — PowerShell For Active Directory - ITEC244 — Network Security - ITEC246 — Penetration Testing - ITEC247 — Live Response And Forensics - ITEC249 — Wireshark Packet Analysis - ITEC250 — Risk Assessment And Documentation - ITEC260 — Cisco Networking II - ITEC265 — Wireless Networks - ITEC271 — Computer Network & System Internship - MATH125 — Technical Math I - MATH131 — College Algebra - MKTG240 — Social Media Marketing - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4371 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Completion in Social Media Management: 6 **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT130 — Accounting For Small Business - ACCT131 — Financial Accounting - ACCT132 — Managerial Accounting - ACCT233 — Cost Accounting - ACCT234 — Tax Accounting - ACCT235 — Intermediate Accounting I - ACCT236 — Intermediate Accounting II - ACCT237 — Payroll Accounting - ACCT238 — Data Analytics in Accounting - BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business - BUSN141 — Business And The Legal Environment - BUSN145 — Warehouse Safety Training - BUSN151 — Planning For Small Business - BUSN161 — Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media - BUSN181 — Personal Finance - BUSN187 — Financial Investments - BUSN215 — Business Software Applications - BUSN242 — Entrepreneurship Everywhere - BUSN245 — Entrepreneurship and E-Commerce - BUSN280 — Business Co-Op I - CIS135 — Computer Literacy - CIS144 — Systems Analysis And Design - CIS177 — Python For Security Administration - DASC131 — Introduction to Data Science - ECON151 — Principles Of Macroeconomics - ECON152 — Principles Of Microeconomics - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - JOBS132 — Targeting The Job Market - JOBS133 — Job Seeking Skills - MATH131 — College Algebra - MATH145 — General Education Statistics - MATH165 — Calculus for Busn & Social Science - MATH235 — Statistics - MGMT131 — Management For Small Business - MGMT237 — Fundamentals Of Management - MGMT242 — Human Resource Management - MGMT244 — Operations Management - MGMT245 — Financial Management - MGMT246 — Logistics Management - MKTG131 — Introduction To Marketing - MKTG136 — Salesmanship - MKTG240 — Social Media Marketing - PHIL240 — Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics) - PSYC131 — General Psychology - REAL135 — Real Estate Brokerage - REAL136 — Real Estate Transactions - REAL137 — Transaction Applications - SMGT101 — Introduction to Sport Management - SMGT201 — Sport Marketing - SMGT202 — Sport Law - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4417 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency Medical Assisting: 33 **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT130 — Accounting For Small Business - BIOL141 — Anatomy-Physiology I - BIOL142 — Anatomy-Physiology II - BIOL161 — Biology Of Nutrition - BIOL241 — Microbiology - BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business - CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry - CHEM131 — Introduction To Chemistry I - CIS135 — Computer Literacy - ENGL125 — Basic Writing - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MATH124 — Health Sciences-Integrated Math - MEDA120 — Pathophysiology I - MEDA130 — Pharmacology for Medical Assistants - MEDA140 — Clinical Medical Assisting Skills I - MEDA170 — Medical Office Procedures - MEDA171 — Health Insurance and EHR - MEDA220 — Pathophysiology II - MEDA240 — Clinical Medical Assisting Skills II - MEDA250 — Medical Assisting Exam Review - MEDA260 — Medical Assisting Externship - PSYC131 — General Psychology - PSYC232 — Human Development - PSYC233 — Child Psychology - READ125 — College Reading - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4473 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Music Production: 30 **Certificate** ## Courses - BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - MUSI124 — Music Production with MIDI - MUSI125 — Music Video Production - MUSI126 — Advanced Music Video Production - MUSI131 — Basic Music Theory - MUSI135 — Music Theory I - MUSI136 — Music Theory II - MUSI137 — Introduction To American Music - MUSI144 — Concert Choir - MUSI145 — Jazz Band - MUSI146 — Symphony Orchestra - MUSI147 — Guitar Ensemble - MUSI149 — Percussion Ensemble - MUSI154 — Electronic Music Production - MUSI155 — Sequencing And Recording - MUSI161 — Piano I - MUSI162 — Piano II - MUSI172 — Gospel Choir - MUSI196 — Minor Applied Music I - MUSI233 — Jazz Improvisation Lab - MUSI261 — Piano III - MUSI262 — Piano IV - MUSI299 — Major Applied Music Instruction Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4491 --- # Nursing: Associate Degree Nursing - NURS/ADN.AAS **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science - BIOL132 — Human Biology - BIOL141 — Anatomy-Physiology I - BIOL142 — Anatomy-Physiology II - BIOL241 — Microbiology - CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry - CHEM131 — Introduction To Chemistry I - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL132 — First-Year English II - MATH114 — Technical Math for Allied Health - MATH124 — Health Sciences-Integrated Math - MATH138 — General Education Mathematics - MATH145 — General Education Statistics - NURS150 — Bridge Concepts and Management I - NURS160 — Nursing Health Assessment - NURS165 — Pharmacology for Nursing - NURS166 — Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts I - NURS167 — Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts II - NURS170 — Nursing Concepts and Management I - NURS171 — Nursing Applications - NURS172 — Nursing Concepts and Management II - NURS220 — Bridge Concepts and Management II - NURS270 — Nursing Concepts and Management III - NURS272 — Nursing Concepts and Management IV - NURS280 — NCLEX Review Prep - PSYC131 — General Psychology - PSYC232 — Human Development - PSYC233 — Child Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4426 --- # Nursing: Nurse Assistant - NURS/ASST.CC ## Courses - NUAD120 — Basic Nurse Assistant Training Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4427 --- # Nursing: Practical Nursing - NURS/PN.CP ## Courses - BIOL132 — Human Biology - BIOL161 — Biology Of Nutrition - PNUR100 — Fundamentals of Practical Nursing - PNUR105 — Pharmacology For Practical Nursing - PNUR140 — Family-Centered Nursing - PNUR145 — Mental Health Nursing - PNUR175 — Medical Surgical Nursing - PNUR180 — Transitioning To Practical Nursing Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4521 --- # Total credit hours required for the A.A.S. in Occupational Therapy Assistant: 63 **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL132 — Human Biology - BIOL141 — Anatomy-Physiology I - BIOL142 — Anatomy-Physiology II - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MATH116 — Intermediate Algebra - OCTA134 — Occupational Therapy Fundamentals - OCTA138 — Therapeutic Modalities - OCTA141 — Health Conditions in OT - OCTA142 — Theory of Psychosocial Occupation - OCTA146 — Theory of Physical Occupation - OCTA151 — Occupation: Infant to Adult - OCTA163 — Professional Terminology for OT - OCTA168 — Foundations of OT Interventions - OCTA220 — Practice of Pediatric Occupations - OCTA234 — Practice of Psychosocial Occupation - OCTA238 — Practice of Physical Occupation - OCTA242 — OT in Productive Aging - OCTA244 — Occupation Across the Lifespan - OCTA250 — Exploration of Occupational Practice - OCTA254 — Level II Fieldwork A - OCTA258 — Level II Fieldwork B - PSYC131 — General Psychology - PSYC232 — Human Development - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4429 --- # Total hours required for a Certificate of Proficiency in Paralegal: 36 **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT130 — Accounting For Small Business - ACCT234 — Tax Accounting - BIOL120 — Medical Terminology - BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business - BUSN141 — Business And The Legal Environment - BUSN161 — Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media - CRMJ131 — Intro To American Criminal Justice - CRMJ148 — Criminal Law - CRMJ249 — Criminal Court Procedures - CRMJ252 — Constitutional Law-Criminal Justice - ENGL125 — Basic Writing - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - HIMC270 — Medical Billing and Coding - MATH129 — Business Mathematics - MGMT242 — Human Resource Management - MKTG131 — Introduction To Marketing - MKTG240 — Social Media Marketing - PLGL130 — Introduction Paralegal Studies - PLGL135 — Technology For Paralegals - PLGL140 — Legal Research And Writing I - PLGL150 — Tort Law - PLGL160 — Litigation - PLGL170 — Family Law - PLGL180 — Elder Law - PLGL190 — Electronic Discovery - PLGL200 — Immigration Law - PLGL220 — Bankruptcy Law - PLGL230 — Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning - PLGL240 — Legal Research And Writing II - PLGL260 — Paralegal Internship - POLS131 — American Government - POLS132 — State And Local Government - PSYC131 — General Psychology - READ125 — College Reading - REAL136 — Real Estate Transactions - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4433 --- # Total credit hours required for the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Paramedicine: 60 **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL120 — Medical Terminology - BIOL132 — Human Biology - EMR100 — Emergency Medical Responder - EMT120 — Emergency Medical Technician - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - FIRE135 — Technical Rescue Awareness - FIRE139 — Hazardous Materials Awareness - PHIL240 — Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics) - PMED050 — Emergency Vehicle Driving - PMED131 — Introduction to Paramedicine - PMED133 — Paramedic Pharmacology - PMED135 — Paramedic Clinicals I - PMED136 — Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab I - PMED141 — Cardiology - PMED142 — Medical Emergencies - PMED143 — Traumatic Emergencies - PMED145 — Paramedic Clinicals II - PMED146 — Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab II - PMED155 — Paramedic Field Internship - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - SPCH151 — Interpersonal Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4436 --- # Total Credit Hours Required for the Certificate of Completion in Pharmacy Technician: 17 **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGL125 — Basic Writing - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - PHTC102 — Pharmacy Practice I - PHTC103 — Pharmacy Practice II - PHTC104 — Pharmacy Technician Internship Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4502 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Process Operations Technology: 30 **Certificate** ## Courses - CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry - CHEM131 — Introduction To Chemistry I - EESC130 — General Physical Science - ELEC131 — DC: Fundamentals in Electricity - ELEC132 — AC: Fundamentals in Electricity - ELEC233 — Instrumentation I - ELEC235 — Instrumentation II - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - FIRE110 — Fire Crew Rookie School - JOBS132 — Targeting The Job Market - JOBS133 — Job Seeking Skills - MATH116 — Intermediate Algebra - MATH125 — Technical Math I - PHYS125 — Applied Physics I - PRCS111 — Introduction to Biofuels - PRCS121 — Ethanol Production - PRCS131 — Introduction To Process Technology - PRCS133 — Process Technology Equipment I - PRCS134 — Process Technology Equipment II - PRCS135 — Safety, Health, And Environment - PRCS151 — Process Instrumentation Control I - PRCS231 — Quality Control - PRCS252 — Process Instrumentation Control II - PRCS255 — Process Technology Systems - PRCS256 — Process Technology Operations - PRCS265 — Process Troubleshooting - PRCS271 — Process Technology Internship - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4443 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Restoration Ecology: 30 **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT130 — Accounting For Small Business - ADCG133 — Introduction To Architecture - ADCG134 — Architectural Graphics - ADCG150 — Sustainable Principles - BIOL134 — General Botany - BIOL138 — Field Biology - BIOL139 — Applied Entomology - BIOL145 — Natural Resources & Environmental Science - BIOL165 — Ecological Principles - BUSN151 — Planning For Small Business - BUSN215 — Business Software Applications - CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry - COOP131 — Cooperative Education Experience I - ECOL101 — Plant Growth & Development - ECOL102 — Plant Reproduction - ECOL131 — Introductory Soils - ECOL132 — Intro to Restoration Ecology - ECOL134 — Native Plants in the Landscape - ECOL150 — GIS/GPS Mapping For Industry - ECOL238 — Field Practicum - ECOL271 — Internship - ECON152 — Principles Of Microeconomics - EESC135 — Environmental Geography - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - GIS120 — Intro to Unmanned Aircraft Systems - LAND130 — Intro To Landscape Architecture - MATH122 — Technology-Integrated Math - MGMT131 — Management For Small Business - SOCI134 — Intro To Environmental Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - STWR100 — Introduction to Storm Water - STWR200 — Advanced Storm Water Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4451 --- # Total credit hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Web Design & Development: 30 **Certificate** ## Courses - ART131 — Basic Design I - ART133 — Drawing I - ART141 — History Of Art I - ART142 — History Of Art II - BUSN161 — Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media - CGRD110 — Videogame: Theory and Design - CGRD140 — Digital Photography - CGRD142 — Adobe Photoshop - CGRD144 — Adobe Illustrator - CGRD161 — Graphic Design I - CGRD240 — 3D Modeling And Animation - CGRD241 — Advanced Digital Photography - CGRD242 — Advanced Adobe Photoshop - CGRD243 — Marketing Creative Portfolios - CGRD244 — Advanced Adobe Illustrator - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - MATH129 — Business Mathematics - MATH138 — General Education Mathematics - MCOM130 — Introduction To Video Production - MCOM160 — Introduction To Advertising - MKTG240 — Social Media Marketing - MUSI125 — Music Video Production - PSYC131 — General Psychology - SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - WEB101 — Intro To User Experience (UX) Design - WEB135 — Web Page Design Essentials - WEB150 — Dreamweaver - WEB190 — HTML and CSS - WEB191 — JavaScript and PHP - WEB201 — Interaction Design (IxD) - WEB245 — Web Animation - WEB260 — Web Designer Cooperative Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4463 --- # Total hours required for the Certificate of Proficiency in Welding Technology: 50 **Certificate** ## Courses - DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting - ENGL131 — First-Year English I - ENGL137 — Technical Writing - MATH112 — Elementary Algebra - SPCH131 — Public Speaking - SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication - WELD131 — Introduction to Welding Industry - WELD132 — Metallurgy - WELD190 — Oxyfuel Welding & Cutting - WELD192 — Welding Blueprint Reading - WELD194 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding I - WELD195 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding II - WELD196 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding III - WELD230 — Intro Gas Metal & Flux Cored Welding - WELD231 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - WELD233 — Fabrication and Layout - WELD235 — Advanced Flux Cored Welding - WELD237 — Introduction to Non-Ferrous Welding - WELD239 — Pipe Welding - WELD241 — Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - WELD242 — Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding - WELD243 — Advanced Pipe Welding - WELD247 — Advanced Non-Ferrous Welding - WELD251 — Inspection & Testing of Welds - WELD252 — Prep Certification Welding Inspector - WELD271 — Welding Internship Source: https://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=19&poid=4466 --- # ACCT130 — Accounting For Small Business ACCT 130 - Accounting For Small Business ACCT 130 - Accounting For Small Business Introduces basic accounting terminology, concepts, and procedures. Covers accounting cycle of proprietorship, double entry theory, recording transactions, and preparation of financial statements. Culminates with a practice set using all principles covered. Includes instruction in preparing and processing transactions and financial statements using QuickBooks. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ACCT131 — Financial Accounting ACCT 131 - Financial Accounting ACCT 131 - Financial Accounting (IAI Major: BUS 903) Covers accounting cycle, including: double entry theory, recording transactions, accruals and deferrals, depreciation and theory of accounts. Includes preparation and analysis of major financial accounting statements. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ACCT132 — Managerial Accounting ACCT 132 - Managerial Accounting ACCT 132 - Managerial Accounting (IAI Major: BUS 904) Covers accounting procedures as they apply to management function of decision making, including definition of cost, methods of tracking and applying cost to production, calculation and disposition of variances from standards, budget preparations, and quantitative methods of managerial decision making. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT131 --- # ACCT233 — Cost Accounting ACCT 233 - Cost Accounting ACCT 233 - Cost Accounting (Spring Semester Only; Evening Sections Only) Examines techniques and procedures used in cost determination, with attention given to managerial use of cost data for control and decision making, and methods of data accumulation. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT132, MATH116 --- # ACCT234 — Tax Accounting ACCT 234 - Tax Accounting ACCT 234 - Tax Accounting Provides understanding of current tax laws and preparation of individual and pass-through entity returns. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT132, MATH116 --- # ACCT235 — Intermediate Accounting I ACCT 235 - Intermediate Accounting I ACCT 235 - Intermediate Accounting I (Fall Semester Only) Studies financial accounting theory in depth, emphasizing generally accepted accounting principles as applied in the development of accounting data and in problems of valuation relating to assets and liabilities. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT132 --- # ACCT236 — Intermediate Accounting II ACCT 236 - Intermediate Accounting II ACCT 236 - Intermediate Accounting II (Spring Semester Only; Evening Sections Only) Studies financial accounting theory in depth, emphasizing generally accepted accounting principles as applied in the development of accounting data and in problems of valuation issues relating to stockholders’ equity, dilutive securities investments, issues related to income measurement, and preparation and analysis of financial statements. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT132 --- # ACCT237 — Payroll Accounting ACCT 237 - Payroll Accounting ACCT 237 - Payroll Accounting Studies payroll accounting theory in depth, emphasizing payroll practices and procedures, along with actual computations. Prepares students to sit for the Fundamental Payroll Certification with the American Payroll Association. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT131 --- # ACCT238 — Data Analytics in Accounting ACCT 238 - Data Analytics in Accounting ACCT 238 - Data Analytics in Accounting Studies concepts of data analytics as it applies to accounting. Emphasizes data analysis tools, visualization techniques, and analytical methods for accounting and business decision-making. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT132 --- # ACCT280 — Accounting Co-Op ACCT 280 - Accounting Co-Op ACCT 280 - Accounting Co-Op Provides students the opportunity to obtain further knowledge and skills related to accounting in the business field through a planned and supervised paid or unpaid experience. Students will achieve practical work experience, earn a competitive wage, and apply what has been learned in the classroom to actual work situations. This course is a variable credit course. 0 or better, and permission of the program coordinator. (PCS 1.2, 1-2 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 5-10 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted) --- # ADCG133 — Introduction To Architecture ADCG 133 - Introduction To Architecture ADCG 133 - Introduction To Architecture Provides an overview of the Culture of Architecture. Topics include architectural education, architectural aesthetics, cultural and philosophical considerations, technical and legal aspects, and architecture as a profession. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ADCG134 — Architectural Graphics ADCG 134 - Architectural Graphics ADCG 134 - Architectural Graphics Presents the tools and equipment of architectural graphic communication. The concepts of projection views are learned through laboratory exercises. Emphasis is placed on the development of graphic skills that are standard in the practice of architecture. The skills learned include architectural lettering, line weights, line quality, lettering, sketching symbols, and dimensioning. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # ADCG144 — Computer Graphics for Architects ADCG 144 - Computer Graphics for Architects ADCG 144 - Computer Graphics for Architects Introduces computer graphics programs used in the architecture profession. Topics include the use and integration of computer graphics programs with architectural software. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ADCG150 — Sustainable Principles ADCG 150 - Sustainable Principles ADCG 150 - Sustainable Principles Introduces the principles of sustainable design in architecture. Topics include the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system, green energy options, and sustainable building processes. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ADCG200 — Architectural Rendering ADCG 200 - Architectural Rendering ADCG 200 - Architectural Rendering Presents techniques in color and pattern rendering, tools, and media used to produce architectural renderings. Architectural and basic landscape graphics are covered. Skills are developed in the use of manual and electronic media to graphically communicate concepts and ideas. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: ADCG134 --- # ADCG210 — Architectural History ADCG 210 - Architectural History ADCG 210 - Architectural History Studies the influences and development of architecture from prehistoric to the 19th Century, in particular, the study of structure, aesthetics, and the language of architecture. Visual and cultural analysis of selected buildings, urban spaces, and cities, from ancient Greece to modern times; emphasizes the architectural traditions of world traditions, especially as they affect the built environment of America and the Middle West. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ADCG232 — Architectural Design I ADCG 232 - Architectural Design I ADCG 232 - Architectural Design I Involves completion of a, set of plans for a commercial structure which includes conception, development, material considerations, interior space, and site considerations. Also will include electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ADCG134 --- # ADCG233 — Architectural Design II ADCG 233 - Architectural Design II ADCG 233 - Architectural Design II Introduces architectural design theory, concepts, and principles through a series of studio-based projects. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: ADCG232 --- # ADCG255 — Revit ADCG 255 - Revit ADCG 255 - Revit Introduces Revit, an object-based software package used to create architectural designs, covering building layout, structural layout, plans, elevations, schedules, detailing, and annotation. The process of creating architectural plans and models will be introduced. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # ADCG256 — Advanced Revit ADCG 256 - Advanced Revit ADCG 256 - Advanced Revit Builds on the concepts from ADCG 255. Students learn higher level Building Information Model (BIM) design concepts including project levels, structural layout, groups, links, vertical circulation, floors, roofs, exterior skin, families construction documents, and conceptual modeling. Students learn the process of creating advanced architectural plans and models. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: ADGC255 --- # ADCG258 — Architectural Building Systems ADCG 258 - Architectural Building Systems ADCG 258 - Architectural Building Systems Introduces the design and construction of buildings as systems of space, structure, and environmental control that interact with environmental and cultural systems. Answers what a building is, how it is made, and why it is designed and constructed in a specific manner. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: ADCG255 --- # ADCG259 — Construction of Buildings ADCG 259 - Construction of Buildings ADCG 259 - Construction of Buildings Continues the design and construction of buildings as systems of space, structure, and environmental control that interact with environmental and cultural systems. Students learn how a building is made and why it is designed and constructed in a specific manner. Building science and technology with an emphasis in the process of sustainable design is explored. Structural systems of buildings are broken down and examined piece by piece in order to enhance the students’ understanding of what makes up a structure or dwellin… Prerequisites: ADCG258 --- # ANTH231 — Introduction To Physical Anthropology ANTH 231 - Introduction To Physical Anthropology ANTH 231 - Introduction To Physical Anthropology (IAI: S1 902) Explores the search for humankind’s biological and cultural origins by examining the fossil, skeletal, and genetic evidence for human evolution. Human’s place in nature is examined by focusing on the physical and social behavior of mammals and primates. Cultural and technological adaptation of humans and human ancestors is reconstructed from its beginning by analyzing the archeological record. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ANTH232 — Cultural Anthropology ANTH 232 - Cultural Anthropology ANTH 232 - Cultural Anthropology (IAI: S1 901N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Introduces the ideas, methods, and analytical strategies of anthropology through materials focused on the diversity and dignity of human life on a world-wide scale. Taking a holistic and integrated approach, it explores how different cultures deal with the facts of human survival through economic, political, religious, family, and other social systems. Current international issues, including population growth, economic globalization, and human right of indigenous peoples are… --- # ANTH265 — Archeology In The Field ANTH 265 - Archeology In The Field ANTH 265 - Archeology In The Field Examines the concepts, principles and techniques used by archaeologists to reconstruct prehistoric and historic cultures. Focuses on learning field and laboratory methodologies. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # ART130 — Introduction To The Visual Arts ART 130 - Introduction To The Visual Arts ART 130 - Introduction To The Visual Arts (IAI: F2 900) Surveys the visual arts (painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, and architecture) as they transmit cultural traditions and humanistic and aesthetic values. Examines historical, social, and technological factors that contribute to understanding the function and meaning of works of art. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ART131 — Basic Design I ART 131 - Basic Design I ART 131 - Basic Design I (IAI Major: ART 907) Explores the fundamentals of the formal systems and basic elements of visual organization through two-dimensional design principles and theories using a variety of media. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) --- # ART132 — Basic Design II ART 132 - Basic Design II ART 132 - Basic Design II Continues investigations of the elements of design and principles of organization with an emphasis on color theory, including color relationships and color interaction. Studio projects will increase in complexity and incorporate ideas regarding artistic content. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART131 --- # ART133 — Drawing I ART 133 - Drawing I ART 133 - Drawing I (IAI Major: ART 904) Introduces the fundamental concepts and techniques of drawing using a variety of black and white media. Includes drawing from observation and invention leading to an interpretation and evaluative approach to drawing. Emphasizes descriptive drawing techniques from geometric and organic objects. Includes vocabulary development, critical analysis activities, and reference to contemporary and historic models of drawing. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) --- # ART134 — Drawing II ART 134 - Drawing II ART 134 - Drawing II (IAI Major: ART 905) (Spring Semester Only) Builds on and refines the experiences of Drawing I, focusing on a variety of media including color. Students will continue to develop fundamental drawing techniques in relation to formal concerns such as composition, line, value, and depicting the illusion of space. Students will also receive an overview of color theory and will develop skills in drawing in color through the exploration of color drawing media. Course includes vocabulary development, critical analysis through critique, and reference to contem… Prerequisites: ART133 --- # ART135 — Figure Drawing I ART 135 - Figure Drawing I ART 135 - Figure Drawing I (Fall Semester Only) Explores figure drawing from observation. Students will learn to accurately render the human anatomy in terms of structure and proportion through observation of live models and additional references including casts and the human skeleton. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART133 --- # ART136 — Three-Dimensional Design ART 136 - Three-Dimensional Design ART 136 - Three-Dimensional Design (IAI Major: ART 908) (Spring Semester Only) Introduces the basic principles and elements governing work in three-dimensional (3-D) design, using a variety of materials. Assignments will require concept development and hand-building methods utilized in creating 3-D objects. The following concepts will be discussed and experienced through course assignments: relief/in the round, contour/plane, gesture, unit to whole mass/form, proportion, fabrication, modeling, emphasis, shaping, volume, carving, additive/ subtractive, scale,… Prerequisites: ART131 --- # ART137 — Beginning Ceramics I ART 137 - Beginning Ceramics I ART 137 - Beginning Ceramics I Introduces basic methods of construction - pinching, coiling, slab building, and throwing on the potter’s wheel. Basic technical information on clay, glaze, and kiln firing will be presented. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) --- # ART138 — Beginning Ceramics II ART 138 - Beginning Ceramics II ART 138 - Beginning Ceramics II Continues skill building on the potter’s wheel, as well as hand building methods. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART137 --- # ART140 — The Art Of Film ART 140 - The Art Of Film ART 140 - The Art Of Film (IAI: F2 908) Introduces film as an art form, emphasizing a study of the aesthetic and production elements of the medium, including narrative, directorial style, cinematography, acting and editing. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ART141 — History Of Art I ART 141 - History Of Art I ART 141 - History Of Art I (IAI: F2 901) Studies the historical development of the visual arts in Western society, including painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, and architecture, with a focus on major artistic styles and movements. Examines works of art as expressions of artists’ ideas and beliefs within their cultural and social contexts. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ART142 — History Of Art II ART 142 - History Of Art II ART 142 - History Of Art II (IAI: F2 902) Studies the historical development of the visual arts in Western society, including painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, and architecture, with a focus on major artistic styles and movements from the pre-Renaissance to the present. Examines works of art as expressions of artists’ ideas and beliefs within their cultural and social contexts. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture 0 hours lab) --- # ART146 — Women In Art ART 146 - Women In Art ART 146 - Women In Art (IAI: F2 907D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Examines selected visual art works (paintings, drawings, prints, and sculptures) that express the experience and construction of the gender identity of women across time. Surveys the roles of women in art as subjects, patrons, and artists from the Paleolithic Era to the 21st Century. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ART151 — Beginning Photography I ART 151 - Beginning Photography I ART 151 - Beginning Photography I Develops proficiency in picture taking, processing, and acquaints students with picture composition in the black and white medium. Students work with cameras, darkroom techniques, and shooting live events. Students explore and expand their personal vision. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) --- # ART152 — Beginning Photography II ART 152 - Beginning Photography II ART 152 - Beginning Photography II Continues exploration of black and white photography. Students develop advanced skills in camera usage, exposure and printing. Focuses on assigned projects and development of a portfolio for presentation. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART151 --- # ART153 — Non-Western Art ART 153 - Non-Western Art ART 153 - Non-Western Art (IAI: F2 903N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Surveys the visual arts (painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, and architecture) in selected non-western societies. Provides a stylistic and historical survey of visual arts traditions in the world beyond the West. Introduces students to the arts of diverse cultures from around the globe (including Africa, China, Japan, India, Oceania, and the native cultures of the Americas) and some of the social and cultural ideals, beliefs, principles, and influences that have shaped their arts.… --- # ART233 — Advanced Drawing I ART 233 - Advanced Drawing I ART 233 - Advanced Drawing I Emphasizes the continued development of naturalistic technique in drawing through the study of representational subject matter. Continues the development of aesthetic and technical understanding of drawing through projects that may include master copies, portraits, landscape, and still-life. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART134 --- # ART234 — Advanced Drawing II ART 234 - Advanced Drawing II ART 234 - Advanced Drawing II Emphasizes the continued development of naturalistic technique in drawing beyond Advanced Drawing I through study of representational subject matter. Continues the development of aesthetic and technical understanding of drawing at an elevated level through projects that may include master copies, portraits, landscape, and still-life. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART233 --- # ART235 — Beginning Painting I ART 235 - Beginning Painting I ART 235 - Beginning Painting I Explores the fundamental concepts of oil painting through studio work with an emphasis on technical and aesthetic development. Projects will involve still life subjects, landscape, and portraiture. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) --- # ART236 — Beginning Painting II ART 236 - Beginning Painting II ART 236 - Beginning Painting II Continues development of technical skills and the ability to naturalistically render forms from the visual world using oil paint. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART235 --- # ART237 — Advanced Ceramics I ART 237 - Advanced Ceramics I ART 237 - Advanced Ceramics I Continues the development and advanced skills of the hand-building and wheel throwing methods. Emphasizes the development of a body of work approach to functional and sculptural processes, as well as experimentations with a variety of materials and processes involving techniques for decorating. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART138 --- # ART238 — Advanced Ceramics II ART 238 - Advanced Ceramics II ART 238 - Advanced Ceramics II Continues skills of the hand-building and wheel throwing methods, with an increased emphasis on individualized studio projects. Emphasizes individual research within fine art ceramics and focuses on the development of a professional portfolio. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART237 --- # ART241 — Beginning Printmaking I ART 241 - Beginning Printmaking I ART 241 - Beginning Printmaking I Introduces the fundamentals of printmaking techniques in relief and intaglio and monotype methods. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART131, ART133 --- # ART247 — Advanced Painting I ART 247 - Advanced Painting I ART 247 - Advanced Painting I Emphasizes the continued development of naturalistic technique in oil painting through the study of representational subject matter. Continues the development of aesthetic and technical understanding of oil paint as a medium through projects that may include master copies, portraits, landscape, and still-life. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART236 --- # ART248 — Advanced Painting II ART 248 - Advanced Painting II ART 248 - Advanced Painting II Emphasizes the continued development of naturalistic technique beyond Advanced Painting I through the study of representational subject matter. Continues the development of aesthetic and technical understanding of painting at an elevated level through projects that may include master copies, portraits, landscape, and still-life. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART247 --- # ART253 — Advanced Photography I ART 253 - Advanced Photography I ART 253 - Advanced Photography I Continues exploration of black and white photography. Develops advanced skills with various cameras, exposure, and printing. Focuses on producing work using a choice of films and printing techniques and producing a portfolio for presentation. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART152 --- # ART254 — Advanced Photography II ART 254 - Advanced Photography II ART 254 - Advanced Photography II Continues exploration of black and white photography. Develops advanced skills with various cameras, exposure and printing. Focuses on alternative or experimental techniques and the development of a professional portfolio. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART253 --- # AUTO140 — Orientation To Automotive Technology AUTO 140 - Orientation To Automotive Technology AUTO 140 - Orientation To Automotive Technology Introduces various employment opportunities in the automotive industry. Includes the proper identification and use of fasteners, fittings, hand, power, cutting and precision measuring tools utilized in the automotive industry. Shop safety, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification, metric and English units of measurements, interpretation of a material safety data sheet (MSDS), proper use of shop manuals and software is discussed. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # AUTO141 — Intro to Automotiv. Eng Perf/Repair AUTO 141 - Intro to Automotiv. Eng Perf/Repair AUTO 141 - Intro to Automotiv. Eng Perf/Repair Introduces the various engine designs and operating principles. Systems covered include ignition, fuel, exhaust, lubrication and air induction. Engine parts, gaskets, seals, terminology and basic diagnosis and repair are covered with the use of appropriate specialty tools and equipment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO140 --- # AUTO143 — Intro. Align./Susp./Steering/Brakes AUTO 143 - Intro. Align./Susp./Steering/Brakes AUTO 143 - Intro. Align./Susp./Steering/Brakes Introduces the various suspension, steering and brake designs utilized on both front-wheel and rear-wheel drive vehicles. Covers the theory, terminology and operation of the various suspension, steering and brake designs. Alignment methods for both front-wheel and four-wheel alignments are discussed. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO140 --- # AUTO145 — Intro Automot. Elec. Htng./Air Condt AUTO 145 - Intro Automot. Elec. Htng./Air Condt AUTO 145 - Intro Automot. Elec. Htng./Air Condt Introduces theory, terminology and operating principles of electrical, heating and air conditioning systems. Stresses basic service and diagnosis of all three systems. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have the opportunity to attempt the Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning (MVAC) refrigerant recovery certification examination. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO140 --- # AUTO147 — Intro Auto Manual Transm Drive Lns. AUTO 147 - Intro Auto Manual Transm Drive Lns. AUTO 147 - Intro Auto Manual Transm Drive Lns. Introduces the theory, terminology and operating principles of various rear-wheel drive transmissions and drive line components. Drive shafts, universal joints, constant velocity joints, and rear-wheel drive automatic and manual transmissions are covered with the use of appropriate specialty tools and equipment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO140 --- # AUTO241 — Automotive Engine Repair AUTO 241 - Automotive Engine Repair AUTO 241 - Automotive Engine Repair (Spring Semester Only) Studies the four-stroke cycle automotive engine designs. Diagnosis and repair of oil consumption and leakage, abnormal noises, loss of power and component failure as related to the mechanical components of an engine. Shop experience includes removal and installation of automotive engines in front-wheel and rear-wheel vehicles and various types of in-chassis repairs. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO141 --- # AUTO242 — Automotive Engine Performance AUTO 242 - Automotive Engine Performance AUTO 242 - Automotive Engine Performance (Fall Semester Only) Covers the practices found in current automotive performance, diagnosis and repair businesses. Diagnosis performed on the basis of an approved procedure and problem(s) then corrected on the basis of this procedure’s Prerequisites: AUTO141, AUTO145 --- # AUTO243 — Brake Systems Diagnosis And Repair AUTO 243 - Brake Systems Diagnosis And Repair AUTO 243 - Brake Systems Diagnosis And Repair (Fall Semester Only) Focuses on the various automobile brake designs. Shop experience including replacement of linings on both disc and drum brakes, turning of drums and rotors, rebuilding of calipers, replacement of wheel and master cylinders, proper brake bleeding procedures. Diagnosis, service, and repair of anti-lock brake systems (ABS) and traction control/vehicle stability systems will be performed. Precautions in the handling of brake dust will also be presented. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hou… Prerequisites: AUTO143 --- # AUTO244 — Alignment, Suspension and Steering AUTO 244 - Alignment, Suspension and Steering AUTO 244 - Alignment, Suspension and Steering (Spring Semester Only) Covers identification, diagnosis and repair of various types of suspension, steering and alignment designs. Shop experience utilizing specialized alignment, suspension and steering tools, computerized four-wheel alignment systems and tire balancing equipment. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO143 --- # AUTO245 — Auto. Heating/Cooling & Air Cond. AUTO 245 - Auto. Heating/Cooling & Air Cond. AUTO 245 - Auto. Heating/Cooling & Air Cond. (Spring Semester Only) Studies the designs and operating principles of various types of heating, cooling and air conditioning systems. Shop experience in troubleshooting, repair and service of these systems with specialized tools and equipment. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO145 --- # AUTO246 — Electrical System Diagnosis & Repair AUTO 246 - Electrical System Diagnosis & Repair AUTO 246 - Electrical System Diagnosis & Repair (Fall Semester Only) Focuses on automotive electrical systems theory and designs. Emphasizes operating principles, diagnosis, repair and/or replacement of batteries, starting and charging systems, electrical wiring harnesses, connectors, terminals, lighting and accessories. Shop experience with test equipment necessary for the diagnosis and service of electrical accessories and components. Identification of hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits and circuit disconnects (service plugs) will be perform… Prerequisites: AUTO145 --- # AUTO247 — Manual Drive Lines & Axle Assemb. AUTO 247 - Manual Drive Lines & Axle Assemb. AUTO 247 - Manual Drive Lines & Axle Assemb. (Fall Semester Only) Examines the theory, design and operating principles of manual transmissions, manual transaxles, differentials, drive axles and clutches. Shop experience including the troubleshooting, removal, disassembly, service, reconditioning, assembly and installation of these components with the use of shop manuals, specialty tools and equipment. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO147 --- # AUTO248 — Automatic Transmissions & Transaxle AUTO 248 - Automatic Transmissions & Transaxle AUTO 248 - Automatic Transmissions & Transaxle (Spring Semester Only) Covers various automatic transmissions and transaxles theory and designs. Emphasizes operating principles, servicing, diagnosis, removal, overhaul and installation of both automatic transmissions and transaxles with the use of shop manuals, specialty tools and equipment. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO147 --- # AUTO253 — Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology AUTO 253 - Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology AUTO 253 - Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology Course covers Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) safety, battery systems, internal combustion engines, drive systems, power electronics, and hybrid supporting systems. Course prepares students and/or practicing technicians for ASE L3 certification examination. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 1.5 hours lecture, 1 hour lab) Prerequisites: AUTO242, AUTO246 --- # AUTO279 — Advanced Engine Performance AUTO 279 - Advanced Engine Performance AUTO 279 - Advanced Engine Performance Studies the various automotive computer control systems. Emphasizes service, diagnosis and repair of OBD I and OBD II automotive computer controlled systems. Shop experience includes utilizing specialty tools and equipment (including scan tools, lab scopes, exhaust and engine analyzers). Diagnosis and repair of foreign and domestic drivability problems is performed. Identification and service of various types of hybrid vehicles is performed following manufacturer’s recommended safety precautions. (PCS 1.2, 6 credit… Prerequisites: AUTO242, AUTO246 --- # AUTO280 — Automotive Technology Internship AUTO 280 - Automotive Technology Internship AUTO 280 - Automotive Technology Internship Provides a work-based training experience in one or more of the ASE automotive specialty areas selected by the automotive coordinator and student, based on the student’s interests, aptitudes and goals. Internship experience emphasizes the diagnosis, service and repair of the vehicle’s electronics pertaining to the specialty area(s) selected. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) --- # AVIO131 — Introduction to Aircraft Systems AVIO 131 - Introduction to Aircraft Systems AVIO 131 - Introduction to Aircraft Systems Presents the fundamentals of aerodynamics, physics of flight, aircraft control surfaces, and aircraft instrumentation. Introduces Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations relating to aircraft maintenance and documentation records required to safely update and maintain aircraft systems. Reviews basic electrical and electronics knowledge as it relates to aircraft. (PCS 1.2, 2.5 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab) Prerequisites: ELEC133 --- # AVIO132 — Basic Aircraft Wiring And Tools AVIO 132 - Basic Aircraft Wiring And Tools AVIO 132 - Basic Aircraft Wiring And Tools Introduces the fundamentals of aircraft wiring and related tools. Covers aircraft wire and wire size systems. Teaches wire marking and numbering requirements, wire inspection and maintenance, insertion and extraction of terminated wires into various connector types, wire harness security, and connecting terminals to terminal blocks/airframe. Teaches use and care of general-purpose, soldering, and stripping, and crimping tools. Presents the types and purposes of drawings, as well as the symbols used on those… Prerequisites: ELEC133 --- # AVIO133 — Aircraft Communication & Control Systems AVIO 133 - Aircraft Communication & Control Systems AVIO 133 - Aircraft Communication & Control Systems Expands upon basic electronics theory learned in previous classes. Focuses on alternating current (AC) and digital circuits and the components that make up these circuits. Explores the use of test equipment to evaluate operations of circuits. Introduces aircraft communication systems, including high frequency (HF), very high frequency (VHF), ultrahigh frequency (UHF), and radio used for satellite communications (SATCOM). Explores fundamentals of aircraft navigation and surveillance systems,… Prerequisites: AVIO131, AVIO132 --- # BIOL120 — Medical Terminology BIOL 120 - Medical Terminology BIOL 120 - Medical Terminology Introduces the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems of the human body and the suffixes, prefixes and combining forms of terms related to them. For students entering a medically-related field. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BIOL130 — Fundamentals Of Biological Science BIOL 130 - Fundamentals Of Biological Science BIOL 130 - Fundamentals Of Biological Science (IAI: L1 900L) Covers a broad overview of life science with lab experience. The course is designed for students with minimal scientific background to introduce scientific terminology and methods of investigation, as well as basic principles of the cell, reproduction, genetics, ecology, evolution, and biological diversity. The course will emphasize how these topics are related to issues facing today’s society. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # BIOL131 — Biology: A Contemporary Approach BIOL 131 - Biology: A Contemporary Approach BIOL 131 - Biology: A Contemporary Approach (IAI: L1 910L, BIO 910) Introduces biology and its major concepts, emphasizing the chemistry of living matter, cell biology, heredity and population genetics, and evolution. Emphasizes the use of current biological techniques and instrumentation to generate data related to class topics. This data will be used for analysis of a biological inquiry. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL130 --- # BIOL132 — Human Biology BIOL 132 - Human Biology BIOL 132 - Human Biology (IAI: L1 904L) Covers principles of structure and function associated with the human body and medical terminology, human evolutionary biology, diversity and behavior in society, biodiversity and environmental impacts, genetics, genetic disorders and social implications on genetic expression, bioethics including bioremediation and genetic engineering, the impact on societal structure and health, and maintenance of a sustainable society. Employs applicable laboratory demonstrations and activities to reinforce lecture topics. Not appropriate for… --- # BIOL134 — General Botany BIOL 134 - General Botany BIOL 134 - General Botany (IAI: L1 910L, BIO 910) Introduces the structure and physiology of plants. This course includes laboratory experience and lecture topics which survey the molecular basis of life, the form and function in the plant kingdom, the ecological roles of major plant groups, and their evolutionary relationships. Campus and greenhouse flora are studied extensively. Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) and their potential impact on humans are discussed. The human impact on the plant biosphere and biodiversity will be emphasized. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hour… --- # BIOL135 — General Zoology BIOL 135 - General Zoology BIOL 135 - General Zoology (IAI: L1 910L, BIO 910) Introduces the diversity, structure, and physiology of animals. The course includes laboratory experience and lecture topics which survey the molecular basis of life, the form and function of the animal kingdom, the ecological and economic roles of major animal groups, and the evolutionary relationships between animals and the environment. Laboratory includes dissections, experiments, microscopic studies, and campus field trips. The role of the environment on evolutionary trends, impact of human intervention on spec… Prerequisites: BIOL130, BIOL131 --- # BIOL138 — Field Biology BIOL 138 - Field Biology BIOL 138 - Field Biology Examines native plants and organisms in relation to their environment. Collecting techniques, student collections, species identification and field work are integral parts of the course. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL130, BIOL131 --- # BIOL139 — Applied Entomology BIOL 139 - Applied Entomology BIOL 139 - Applied Entomology Introduces the student to insect biology and taxonomy, the ecological and economic importance of insects, and provides an overview of integrated insect pest management as it relates to crops and other habitats. High School biology recommended. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # BIOL141 — Anatomy-Physiology I BIOL 141 - Anatomy-Physiology I BIOL 141 - Anatomy-Physiology I (IAI MAJOR: BIO 920) Examines structure and function of the human body: cells and cellular processes, tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL132, BIOL130, CHEM130 --- # BIOL142 — Anatomy-Physiology II BIOL 142 - Anatomy-Physiology II BIOL 142 - Anatomy-Physiology II (IAI MAJOR: BIO 920) Continues BIOL 141 adding sensory, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive and endocrine systems. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL141 --- # BIOL145 — Natural Resources & Environmental Science BIOL 145 - Natural Resources & Environmental Science BIOL 145 - Natural Resources & Environmental Science (IAI: L1 905) Introduces students to ecology and natural resources as well as topics in environmental science. Emphasizes conservation, renewable natural resources, ecological concepts, biodiversity, natural resources, and sustainability. Provides a scientific basis for understanding contemporary environmental issues and the role of biology in sustainable management of the environment. Note: This course is part of the guaranteed transfer program with the University of Illinois-Urbana/Cham… --- # BIOL161 — Biology Of Nutrition BIOL 161 - Biology Of Nutrition BIOL 161 - Biology Of Nutrition Examines nutrition of the major food categories, and its effects on human physiology and development from early childhood through advanced years. This course involves the study of the various classes of nutrients including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water, and their roles in health and disease. Cultural, social, and psychological influences on food selection and health are also studied. Physiological processes related to the digestion and absorption of nutrients are emphasized. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours… --- # BIOL162 — Human Inheritance BIOL 162 - Human Inheritance BIOL 162 - Human Inheritance (IAI: L1 906) Examines genes through exploring concepts of cell and molecular biology, genetics and heredity, evolution and biotechnology. Genes and their role in protein synthesis, human disease syndromes, human behavior, biotechnology, society, and cancer will be studied. Genetic issues and scientific literacy will be emphasized. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BIOL164 — Microbes And Society BIOL 164 - Microbes And Society BIOL 164 - Microbes And Society (IAI: L1 903) Uses microbes as the model organism to emphasize the structure of scientific inquiry and the use of knowledge generated therein in the decision-making process. Selected concepts will include cell and molecular biology, organization, function, heredity, evolution, and ecology. Topics may include a survey of micro-organisms, the role of micro-organisms in health and disease, ecological and economic roles of microbes and the role of micro-organisms in biotechnology. The course will emphasize the effect of these organis… --- # BIOL165 — Ecological Principles BIOL 165 - Ecological Principles BIOL 165 - Ecological Principles (IAI: L1 905) Introduces the principles of ecology, including energy flow, ecological efficiency of organisms, ecology of populations, species diversity, biomes, succession, community ecology, nutrient cycles, and the interaction and impacts of mankind in the biosphere. Due to the specific focus of this course, it is highly recommended that students have a strong biology background. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BIOL173 — Evolutionary Theory BIOL 173 - Evolutionary Theory BIOL 173 - Evolutionary Theory (IAI: L1 907) Studies evolutionary theory including Mendelian Genetics, mutation, selection, polymorphism, genetic drifts, gene flow, adaptive radiation, origin of life and emergence of humans, micro- and macro- evolution, and punctuated equilibria. The historical and contemporary aspects of evolutionary theory on human thought are also examined. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BIOL241 — Microbiology BIOL 241 - Microbiology BIOL 241 - Microbiology Covers fundamental principles of microbiology and microbiological techniques. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL132, BIOL130, BIOL131, CHEM130, CHEM131 --- # BRDG124 — TDL Integrated Math BRDG 124 - TDL Integrated Math BRDG 124 - TDL Integrated Math Offers basic mathematics skills necessary for use in the transportation, distribution, and logistics (TDL) workplace and/or post-secondary education. Presents mathematics in the practical context of industries and related careers including automotive and diesel technology. Covers fractions, rounding, decimal fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, averages, estimates, measurement, graphic representation, and practical geometry and trigonometry. This course is repeatable up to three times for a maximum of twelve credit hours. P… --- # BRDG130 — Health Sciences Career Development BRDG 130 - Health Sciences Career Development BRDG 130 - Health Sciences Career Development Focuses on integrating career development into important life choices. Emphasis is given to ing students learn the skills involved in developing career awareness, making career decisions, and taking career action. This course is repeatable up to three times for a maximum of twelve credit hours. 0-8.9). (PCS 1.7, 0.5 - 3 credit hours - 0.5 - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BRDG131 — Health Sciences Career Development BRDG 131 - Health Sciences Career Development BRDG 131 - Health Sciences Career Development Focuses on integrating career development into important life choices. Emphasis is given to ing students learn the skills involved in developing career awareness, making career decisions, and taking career action. This course is repeatable up to three times for a maximum of twelve credit hours. 0-12.9). (PCS 1.8, 0.5 - 3 credit hours - 0.5 - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BRDG136 — TDL Career Awareness BRDG 136 - TDL Career Awareness BRDG 136 - TDL Career Awareness Assists students in examining the components of career choice. Focuses on career, personal, and educational awareness as they relate to the process of career choice and/or post-secondary education. Decision-making strategies, resume writing, interviewing skills, and job search techniques are covered. Provides the opportunity for students to improve and expand their employment skills in preparation for entrance into transportation, distribution, and logistics (TDL) occupations. Emphasizes workplace communication skills for the pur… --- # BRDG137 — TDL Career Awareness BRDG 137 - TDL Career Awareness BRDG 137 - TDL Career Awareness Assists students in examining the components of career choice. Focuses on career, personal, and educational awareness as they relate to the process of career choice and/or post-secondary education. Decision-making strategies, resume writing, interviewing skills, and job search techniques are covered. Provides the opportunity for students to improve and expand their employment skills in preparation for entrance into transportation, distribution, and logistics (TDL) occupations. Emphasizes workplace communication skills for the pur… --- # BRDG140 — Integrated Study Skills BRDG 140 - Integrated Study Skills BRDG 140 - Integrated Study Skills Presents college study skills including effectively using texts, creating study schedules, listening, note-taking, and preparing for and taking exams. NOTE: This course is taught concurrently with a general studies course or a Career and Technical Course by integrating course content with instruction in the reading/learning/critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance of college-level course work. This is a variable credit course and is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be one to fo… --- # BRDG141 — Integrated Study Skills BRDG 141 - Integrated Study Skills BRDG 141 - Integrated Study Skills Presents college study skills including effectively using texts, creating study schedules, listening, note-taking, and preparing for and taking exams. NOTE: This course is taught concurrently with a general studies course or a Career and Technical Course by integrating course content with instruction in the reading/learning/critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance of college-level course work. This is a variable credit course and is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be one to fo… --- # BRDG152 — Construction Math BRDG 152 - Construction Math BRDG 152 - Construction Math Presents mathematics in the practical context of careers in construction trades. Develops skills in math as they relate to the construction industry, including but not limited to, business, financial planning, and hands on tool usage. Reviews arithmetic as it applies to the construction trades. Covers fractions, decimals, percentages, negative numbers, radicals, averages, estimation, rounding, scientific notation, ratios, proportions, graphic representations, basic algebraic expressions, solving linear expressions with one or multiple… --- # BRDG153 — Construction Math BRDG 153 - Construction Math BRDG 153 - Construction Math Presents mathematics in the practical context of careers in construction trades. Develops skills in math as they relate to the construction industry, including but not limited to, business, financial planning, and hands on tool usage. Students will review arithmetic as it applies to the construction trades. Covers fractions, decimals, percentages, negative numbers, radicals, averages, estimation, rounding, scientific notation, ratios, proportions, graphic representations, basic algebraic expressions, solving linear expressions with one… --- # BUSN131 — Introduction To Modern Business BUSN 131 - Introduction To Modern Business BUSN 131 - Introduction To Modern Business Makes a factual and informative survey of American business. Principles and practices governing the operation of modern businesses are covered. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BUSN141 — Business And The Legal Environment BUSN 141 - Business And The Legal Environment BUSN 141 - Business And The Legal Environment Provides introductory overview of the interaction between law and business through presentation of both private and public law in the context of the political, historical, and socioeconomic environment within which both law and business operate. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BUSN145 — Warehouse Safety Training BUSN 145 - Warehouse Safety Training BUSN 145 - Warehouse Safety Training Presents the foundations required for awareness of safety in the workplace. Prepares students to recognize and react to unsafe environments. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BUSN151 — Planning For Small Business BUSN 151 - Planning For Small Business BUSN 151 - Planning For Small Business (Fall Semester Only; Evening Sections Only) Introduces the principles of planning and managing a small business. Teaches the essential components of business plans, including market research, financial planning, and strategic development. Includes legal considerations, funding options, and operational strategies necessary for launching and sustaining a successful small business. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BUSN161 — Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media BUSN 161 - Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media BUSN 161 - Issues in E-Commerce & Social Media (Online Sections Only) Provides an overview of the technologies and business procedures of electronic commerce. Addresses basic issues that must be resolved in order to successfully implement an Internet presence with a new or existing business entity, emphasizing the three major driving forces behind e-commerce: technology change, business development, and social issues. Focuses on identifying appropriate hardware and software options. Includes coverage of marketing and social and legal issues assoc… --- # BUSN181 — Personal Finance BUSN 181 - Personal Finance BUSN 181 - Personal Finance Explores the fundamental elements of personal financial decisions. Introduces the following topics: time value of money, spending plans, credit, income taxation, insurance, investments, and related concepts. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # BUSN187 — Financial Investments BUSN 187 - Financial Investments BUSN 187 - Financial Investments Deals with personal and business investment opportunities and decisions. Investment alternatives surveyed: stocks, bonds and funds. Various analytical techniques are applied as the basis for individual investor and manager decisions. Addresses the use of advisory and brokerage services, the regulation and operation of major securities markets, and security valuation. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH116 --- # BUSN215 — Business Software Applications BUSN 215 - Business Software Applications BUSN 215 - Business Software Applications (IAI Major: BUS 902) Designed primarily for students planning to major in business. Acquaints and trains students in the use of full-featured business software focusing primarily on spreadsheets and database management with introductions to a variety of programs to include but not limited to word processing and presentation software. Concurrent enrollment in MATH 235 may be allowed; subject to department coordinator and instructor approval. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT132, MATH145, MATH235 --- # BUSN242 — Entrepreneurship Everywhere BUSN 242 - Entrepreneurship Everywhere BUSN 242 - Entrepreneurship Everywhere Introduces entrepreneurship and focuses on entrepreneurial skills applicable across diverse fields or endeavor. Studies the complete entrepreneurship lifecycle including opportunity recognition, industry analysis, business formation, legal structures, financial management, human resources, marketing, operations, and exit strategies. Requires students to develop a comprehensive business plan to gain practical knowledge about starting and operating entrepreneurial ventures. Prepares students to think entrepreneurially… --- # BUSN245 — Entrepreneurship and E-Commerce BUSN 245 - Entrepreneurship and E-Commerce BUSN 245 - Entrepreneurship and E-Commerce Studies digital and e-commerce entrepreneurship using lean startup methodologies. Emphasizes conducting pre-business feasibility studies, developing digital business models, and launching online ventures through iterative testing and customer development. Teaches strategy development, financial management for digital businesses, hypothesis-driven experimentation, website and e-commerce platform development, digital marketing, and online operations management. Integrates Business Model Canvas, customer valida… --- # BUSN280 — Business Co-Op I BUSN 280 - Business Co-Op I BUSN 280 - Business Co-Op I Provides students the opportunity to obtain further knowledge and skills related to the business field through a planned and supervised paid or unpaid work experience. Students will achieve practical work experience, and apply what has been learned in the classroom to actual work situations. This course is a variable credit course. 0 or better and permission of program coordinator. (PCS 1.2, 1-2 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 5-10 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted) --- # CDEV130 — Career Development CDEV 130 - Career Development CDEV 130 - Career Development Focuses on integrating career development into important life choices. Emphasis is given to ing students learn the skills involved in developing career awareness, making career decisions, and taking career action. For elective credit only. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CDLA160 — Tractor/Trailer Driver Training CDLA 160 - Tractor/Trailer Driver Training CDLA 160 - Tractor/Trailer Driver Training Prepares individuals with little or no commercial driving experience for a career in tractor/trailer driving. The course includes Commercial Driver’s License learner’s permit and endorsement preparation, Department of Transportation rules and regulations, log book management, map reading, trip planning, and complete vehicle training to prepare the individual for an entry level position in the trucking industry. (PCS 1.6, 7 credit hours - 3.5 hours lecture, 7 hours lab) --- # CDLB160 — Class B Truck Driver Training CDLB 160 - Class B Truck Driver Training CDLB 160 - Class B Truck Driver Training Prepares individuals with little or no commercial driving experience for a career in Class B commercial truck driving. The course includes Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) learner’s permit and endorsement preparation, Federal Motor Carrier’s rules and regulations, log book management, map reading, trip planning, and complete vehicle training to prepare the individual for an entry level position in the trucking industry. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: TRUC111, TRUC112, TRUC113, TRUC114 --- # CGRD110 — Videogame: Theory and Design CGRD 110 - Videogame: Theory and Design CGRD 110 - Videogame: Theory and Design Provides an overview of video gaming and game development. Includes gaming history, videogame design, psychological, sociological, physiological, and economic aspects of videogames and gaming. Emphasizes the deconstruction and critique of popular console videogames and genres. Also examines gaming trends to answer the question “What’s next?” Prior videogame experience is recommended, but not required. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CGRD140 — Digital Photography CGRD 140 - Digital Photography CGRD 140 - Digital Photography Introduces the concepts and techniques of digital photography and digital images manipulation. Teaches students how to get the most out of their digital camera by focusing on topics such as resolution, camera operation, composition, creative techniques, image editing, and restoration. Also covers image printing and online sharing. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CGRD142 — Adobe Photoshop CGRD 142 - Adobe Photoshop CGRD 142 - Adobe Photoshop Introduces the manipulation of images and creation of digital design using graphics-editing skills. Emphasis on learning to use the Adobe Photoshop app and developing skills that include working with palettes, tools, layers, and color to edit and create images and designs for print and web. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CGRD144 — Adobe Illustrator CGRD 144 - Adobe Illustrator CGRD 144 - Adobe Illustrator Introduces the creation and presentation of quality charts, graphs, graphics, and typographic designs. Emphasis is on learning to use the Adobe Illustrator software tools and developing skills which are necessary for effective communication of ideas through the creative use of layout and color, typography, and graphic design. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CGRD150 — Desktop Publishing Using InDesign CGRD 150 - Desktop Publishing Using InDesign CGRD 150 - Desktop Publishing Using InDesign Introduces the creation and design of desktop publishing documents using page layout skills. Emphasizes the Adobe InDesign app and developing skills that include the setup and layout of desktop publishing (DTP) projects from creation to electronic publishing or print. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CGRD161 — Graphic Design I CGRD 161 - Graphic Design I CGRD 161 - Graphic Design I (Spring Semester Only) Introduces basic design principles with emphasis on typography, illustration, and publication design. Students will be exposed to the process of achieving the maximum impact of graphic communication using specific design principles. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: CGRD142, CGRD144 --- # CGRD162 — Graphic Design II CGRD 162 - Graphic Design II CGRD 162 - Graphic Design II (Fall Semester Only) Builds on basic design, emphasizing typography, illustration, symbol, logo, poster, and publication design through the use of computer applications and design principles. Assignments will include graphic design challenges focusing on the functional and aesthetic use of parts, form, color, and typography; and an exploration of the kind of strategic thinking that leads to effective visual communication. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART131, CGRD150, CGRD161 --- # CGRD240 — 3D Modeling And Animation CGRD 240 - 3D Modeling And Animation CGRD 240 - 3D Modeling And Animation Introduces the concepts and process of 3D animation utilizing advanced computer software. Students will master a variety of 3D skills, including modeling, surfacing, and rendering video. Basic keyboarding and Windows skills are recommended. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CGRD241 — Advanced Digital Photography CGRD 241 - Advanced Digital Photography CGRD 241 - Advanced Digital Photography Continues the development of digital photography skills and the editing of digital images. Students gain an advanced understanding of camera operation, indoor and outdoor lighting strategies, composition, digital image manipulation, printing techniques, and the presentation of digital photographs. Focuses upon a variety of hands-on projects, in-class critiques, and the development of a portfolio. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: CGRD140 --- # CGRD242 — Advanced Adobe Photoshop CGRD 242 - Advanced Adobe Photoshop CGRD 242 - Advanced Adobe Photoshop Builds on the fundamentals of CGRD 142 to create and manipulate digital images. Advanced techniques are demonstrated to enhance current skills such as adjusting images, correcting color, using layers, using layer effects, applying filters, using channels, and importing and exporting images. Applies digital images to print, multimedia, and the Internet. This course may be taught in an individualized learning format in which case an instructor is with the students to facilitate the learning process. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours… Prerequisites: CGRD142 --- # CGRD243 — Marketing Creative Portfolios CGRD 243 - Marketing Creative Portfolios CGRD 243 - Marketing Creative Portfolios Acquaints computer graphics and web design students with the steps necessary to make professional contacts, prepare for meetings and interviews, and negotiate for their financial future. Students will present program work in electronic and traditional portfolios. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: CGRD262, WEB150 --- # CGRD244 — Advanced Adobe Illustrator CGRD 244 - Advanced Adobe Illustrator CGRD 244 - Advanced Adobe Illustrator Continues CGRD 144 the creation and manipulation of digital illustration using Adobe Illustrator. Demonstrates advanced techniques to enhance current skills such as advanced text techniques, page layout, effects and appearances, perspective, masking, compounding paths, blends and gradient meshes, graphs, patterns, and preparing graphics for web use. Applies digital illustration to print, multimedia, and the Internet. This course may be taught in an individualized learning format in which case an instructor is with the… Prerequisites: CGRD144 --- # CGRD250 — Advanced Adobe InDesign CGRD 250 - Advanced Adobe InDesign CGRD 250 - Advanced Adobe InDesign Continues CGRD 150 and emphasizes advanced design and publication production techniques, including art/graphics and page layout and output. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: CGRD150 --- # CGRD260 — Advanced 3D Modeling And Animation CGRD 260 - Advanced 3D Modeling And Animation CGRD 260 - Advanced 3D Modeling And Animation Familiarizes students with the modeling of detailed objects and environments, as well as the animation of complex sequences and events. Students will learn to make proper use of sound for, as well as learn to add special effects to, rendered projects. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: CGRD240 --- # CGRD262 — Graphic Design III CGRD 262 - Graphic Design III CGRD 262 - Graphic Design III (Spring Semester Only) Integrates the knowledge and skills previously learned in the program. Students develop, manage, and execute various projects from the initial design stage through the web and prepress completion. Emphasizes the skills associated with designer-client communication and verbal presentation of the finished product. Students will prepare a professional portfolio of graphic design pieces (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: ART132, CGRD162 --- # CGRD264 — Computer Graphics Cooperative CGRD 264 - Computer Graphics Cooperative CGRD 264 - Computer Graphics Cooperative Supplements class work with on-the-job experience in a computer graphics position for the Graphic Design certificate/degree candidate. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) --- # CHDV131 — Introduction To Child Development CHDV 131 - Introduction To Child Development CHDV 131 - Introduction To Child Development Provides an overview of early childhood care and education, including the basic values, structure, organization, and programming in early childhood. Students explore their own relationship to the early childhood field and are required to observe in a variety of settings. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131, ENGL137 --- # CHDV133 — Child Growth And Development CHDV 133 - Child Growth And Development CHDV 133 - Child Growth And Development (IAI Major: ECE 912) (Spring Semester Only) Examines the theory and principles of the developmental continuum, including an in-depth study of physical, social/emotional, cognitive, language, and aesthetic development with an examination of current research and major developmental theories. Explores child development within a socio-cultural context, such as gender, family, race, ethnicity, language, ability, socio-economics, religion, and society with an emphasis on the implications for early childhood professional… Prerequisites: ENGL131, ENGL137 --- # CHDV136 — Exceptional Child CHDV 136 - Exceptional Child CHDV 136 - Exceptional Child (IAI Major: ECE 913) Spring Semester Only Provides an overview of educational and evidence-based strategies supporting children with exceptional cognitive, social, physical, and emotional needs. Explores current issues, including educational implications for children with special needs, their families, and the community. Identification methods, intervention strategies, and programs to meet the needs of children are presented. Study of applicable federal and state laws and requirements conducted, including: Individuals with Disabilities… Prerequisites: ENGL131, ENGL137 --- # CHDV137 — Observation & Assessment Of Children CHDV 137 - Observation & Assessment Of Children CHDV 137 - Observation & Assessment Of Children Fall Semester Only Demonstrates how to do authentic, alternative, classroom based assessment on young children. Provides knowledge and skills to interpret and use the information gained to plan curriculum that is responsive to and supportive of children’s learning and development. Students will engage in assessment processes through means of classroom observations, providing each student with a stronger understanding of child development skills. Students learn about and explore a variety of age-, i… Prerequisites: ENGL131, ENGL137 --- # CHDV139 — Health, Safety, and Nutrition CHDV 139 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition CHDV 139 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition Provides an overview of the health, safety, and nutritional needs of young children and early childhood practices to ensure the health and well-being of each child in a group setting. Includes roles and responsibilities of adults in meeting children’s diverse needs; the promotion of healthy lifestyle practices; understanding common childhood illnesses and injuries; meeting health, safety, and nutrition standards; and planning nutritious meals that are appropriate for each child. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hour… Prerequisites: ENGL131, ENGL137 --- # CHDV142 — Infant/Toddler Care CHDV 142 - Infant/Toddler Care CHDV 142 - Infant/Toddler Care Covers the development of high-quality, individualized, responsive/engaging relationships and experiences for infants, toddlers, and twos. Emphasis is placed on typical and atypical child development; positive early learning experiences; supporting and engaging diverse families; providing safe, warm, and nurturing interactions; and the application of the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Demonstrates responsive planning, respectful relationships, and exposure to a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences/… Prerequisites: ENGL131, ENGL137 --- # CHDV145 — School-Age Child Care CHDV 145 - School-Age Child Care CHDV 145 - School-Age Child Care Covers program development, scheduling, staffing, community resources, and age-appropriate curriculum for the school-age child. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CHDV160 — Teaching Math in Early Childhood CHDV 160 - Teaching Math in Early Childhood CHDV 160 - Teaching Math in Early Childhood (Spring and Summer Only) Concentrates on providing Early Childhood teachers with the knowledge, skills, techniques, and strategies necessary to incorporate mathematical concepts through developmentally appropriate practice into the curriculum of early childhood programs. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CHDV170 — Discovering Montessori CHDV 170 - Discovering Montessori CHDV 170 - Discovering Montessori Introduces the Montessori philosophy and methodology for educating children 3 to 6 years old. Provides learners with the knowledge and skills needed to create environments for children in the early years where the focus is on the child as an active agent of his/her own education. Using knowledge of Montessori Educational philosophy, students will investigate how best to offer children creative and interactive environments conducive to the development of life skills and executive functions. This course will highlight the impor… Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # CHDV232 — Curriculum For Young Children CHDV 232 - Curriculum For Young Children CHDV 232 - Curriculum For Young Children (Fall Semester Only) Introduces the student to planning a developmentally appropriate curriculum for the preschool child. It includes development and practice in using various methods and materials that concentrate on the areas of language, cognitive, physical, and social/emotional growth. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHDV131, CHDV133, CHDV137, CHDV234 --- # CHDV234 — Children’s Laboratory CHDV 234 - Children’s Laboratory CHDV 234 - Children’s Laboratory Fall Semester Only Provides practical application of evidence-based practices on early childhood education principles and theories. Students work with diverse young children and families in early childhood settings under supervision. Six hours of lab work will be required each week in a licensed program. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHDV131, CHDV133, CHDV137, CHDV232 --- # CHDV236 — Admin. Of A Child Development Prog. CHDV 236 - Admin. Of A Child Development Prog. CHDV 236 - Admin. Of A Child Development Prog. (Fall Semester Only) Examines current trends in organizing and administering a child development program. Includes policy formation, personnel selection and supervision, budgeting and record keeping, purchasing and facilities, state licensing standards, and program evaluation techniques. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CHDV238 — Family, School & Community Relations CHDV 238 - Family, School & Community Relations CHDV 238 - Family, School & Community Relations (Spring Semester Only) Focuses on the child in the context of family, school and community. The contemporary American family will be discussed, with emphasis on the family interactions which largely dictate the child’s behavior and way of relating to people. Includes knowledge of other cultures, the diversity of lifestyles, issues of communication, and the role of the school and community as social agents within our changing society. Students will gain an understanding of the child development prof… Prerequisites: ENGL131, ENGL137 --- # CHDV240 — Seminar In Child Development CHDV 240 - Seminar In Child Development CHDV 240 - Seminar In Child Development Spring Semester Only Provides discussion, study, and evaluation of current theories, issues, and trends in child development. Focuses on challenges in the practical application of these areas. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHDV271 --- # CHDV271 — Child Development Internship CHDV 271 - Child Development Internship CHDV 271 - Child Development Internship Spring Semester Only Provides an opportunity to participate as a teacher in early childhood settings/programs. The student will apply prior learning in two diverse and varied settings serving young children and families. The student will engage in every phase of the program under the direction of qualified supervising teachers and will complete lessons, units, and other required assignments throughout their practicum/student teacher placement. Individual conferences, reports, projects, and seminar sessions are als… Prerequisites: CHDV234, CHDV240 --- # CHDV272 — Director Credential Internship CHDV 272 - Director Credential Internship CHDV 272 - Director Credential Internship Provides an opportunity to develop skills necessary to be an effective childcare center director or administrator. Applies prior learning and provides experience in early childhood leadership and administrative skills. Offers training in day-to-day operations, communicating with families, sharing community resources, and facilitating staff development. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab - 300 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: CHDV236 --- # CHEM121 — General Chemistry I - Recitation CHEM 121 - General Chemistry I - Recitation CHEM 121 - General Chemistry I - Recitation Involves students in participatory activities as a follow-up to and reinforcement of concepts and information presented in CHEM 141. Activities include group work, practice problems, homework, review, discussion, and some follow-up lecture material. Note: Withdrawal from CHEM 121 requires withdrawal from CHEM 141. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHEM141 --- # CHEM122 — General Chemistry II - Recitation CHEM 122 - General Chemistry II - Recitation CHEM 122 - General Chemistry II - Recitation Involves students in participatory activities as a follow-up to and reinforcement of concepts and information presented in CHEM 142. Activities include group work, practice problems, homework, review, discussion, and some follow-up lecture material. Note: Withdrawal from CHEM 122 requires withdrawal from CHEM 142. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHEM142 --- # CHEM130 — Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry CHEM 130 - Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry CHEM 130 - Fund Of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry (IAI: P1 903L) Presents the basic concepts of chemistry including methods and units of measurement, atomic theory, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, solutions, acids and bases, organic chemistry, and biologically important compounds and processes. Designed for students who are preparing for various allied health programs and others requiring an understanding of general, organic, and biochemistry. Not a replacement for CHEM 131. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH112, MATH124, MATH116 --- # CHEM131 — Introduction To Chemistry I CHEM 131 - Introduction To Chemistry I CHEM 131 - Introduction To Chemistry I (IAI: P1 902L) Examines chemical and physical properties of elements and compounds as they are related to atomic structure, bonding and periodic chart; solutions, stoichiometry and acid-base theory. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH116, MATH131 --- # CHEM141 — General Chemistry I CHEM 141 - General Chemistry I CHEM 141 - General Chemistry I (IAI: P1 902L, CHM 911) Covers fundamental principles, as in CHEM 131, but at a higher level and with more quantitative applications as well as more detailed descriptions of the periodic table of the elements, atomic structure, basic concepts of quantum theory, bonding, stoichiometry of compounds and reactions, thermochemistry, the gaseous state, basic concepts of the liquid and solid states, solutions, and acid and bases. Note: Withdrawal from CHEM 141 requires withdrawal from CHEM 121. (PCS 1.1, 5 credit hours - 4 hours lecture,… Prerequisites: CHEM131, MATH131, CHEM121 --- # CHEM142 — General Chemistry II CHEM 142 - General Chemistry II CHEM 142 - General Chemistry II (IAI Major: CHM 912) (Spring Semester Only) Continues CHEM 141 by introducing topics which include: bonding, solutions, acids and bases, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, electrochemistry, and coordination chemistry. Note: Withdrawal from CHEM 142 requires withdrawal from CHEM 122. (PCS 1.1, 5 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHEM141, CHEM122 --- # CHEM261 — Organic Chemistry I CHEM 261 - Organic Chemistry I CHEM 261 - Organic Chemistry I (IAI Major: CHM 913) Examines fundamental principles of organic chemistry, stressing nomenclature, physical properties, stereochemistry, preparation, reactions, mechanisms, and structure of organic compounds. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHEM142 --- # CHEM262 — Organic Chemistry Laboratory CHEM 262 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory CHEM 262 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory (IAI Major: CHM 913) Introduces laboratory techniques and experiments in organic chemistry. Students gain experience in the synthesis, extraction, purification, and identification of a variety of organic compounds. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHEM261 --- # CHEM263 — Organic Chemistry II CHEM 263 - Organic Chemistry II CHEM 263 - Organic Chemistry II (IAI Major: CHM 914) Continues CHEM 261 including the chemistry of heterocycles, polymers, and aromatic compounds; and the interpretation of NMR, IR, and mass spectra. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHEM261 --- # CHEM264 — Organic Chemistry Laboratory II CHEM 264 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II CHEM 264 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (IAI Major: CHM 914) Introduces laboratory techniques and experiments in organic chemistry. Students gain experience in the synthesis, extraction, purification, and identification of a variety of organic compounds. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: CHEM262, CHEM263 --- # CIS135 — Computer Literacy CIS 135 - Computer Literacy CIS 135 - Computer Literacy (IAI Major: BUS 902) Acquaints students with essential computer hardware components and their specifications and guides them in the use of operating systems and file management as they learn word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. The Internet will be used as a valuable resource throughout this course, including the use of search engines, email, and cloud storage. (Keyboarding recommended.) (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CIS144 — Systems Analysis And Design CIS 144 - Systems Analysis And Design CIS 144 - Systems Analysis And Design Introduces systematic methodologies for problem analysis needed to create an information system. Students study information-gathering techniques such as interviewing, questionnaire design, and sampling. Students learn to examine the economic, technologic, and operational feasibility of proposed information systems projects to evaluate system improvements. Methods studied include the System Development Life Cycle, Project Management techniques, Data Flow Diagrams, Data Dictionaries, and Structured English. (PCS 1.1, 3… Prerequisites: CIS135 --- # CIS177 — Python For Security Administration CIS 177 - Python For Security Administration CIS 177 - Python For Security Administration Introduces the fundamentals of the Python programming language and develops business applications written in Python. Procedural programming topics include input, processing, output, variables, decision and repetition structures, functions lists, and functions written in Python. Object oriented programming topics include instantiation, encapsulation, class, property, method, and constructor declaration. Includes an introduction to collections and language integrated queries. Students will develop an under… --- # CIS210 — Java Programming CIS 210 - Java Programming CIS 210 - Java Programming (IAI Major: CS 911) Introduces computer programming through problem-solving techniques and algorithm development in an object-oriented environment. Subject matter will include storage, operators, and control structures and their integration into object-oriented programming leading to fully designing, coding, testing, and maintaining programs. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH116 --- # CIS235 — C++ Programming CIS 235 - C++ Programming CIS 235 - C++ Programming (IAI Major: CS 911) Introduces computer programming through problem-solving techniques and algorithm development in an object-oriented environment. Subject matter will include storage, operators, and control structures and their integration into object-oriented programming leading to fully designing, coding, testing, and maintaining programs. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH116 --- # COLL130 — College Orientation COLL 130 - College Orientation COLL 130 - College Orientation Introduces students to college services, policies, and study skills. Identifies students’ responsibilities and presents methods to achieve success. Assists students’ transition to college life and provides guidance in making individual decisions. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # COLL131 — New Student Experience COLL 131 - New Student Experience COLL 131 - New Student Experience Introduces students to student support services, policies, and study skills. Identifies students’ responsibilities and presents methods to achieve success. Assists students’ transition to college life and provides guidance in making individual decisions through course work and intrusive advising. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # COOP131 — Cooperative Education Experience I COOP 131 - Cooperative Education Experience I COOP 131 - Cooperative Education Experience I Provides students the opportunity to obtain further knowledge and skills in her/his field through a planned and supervised work experience. Students will apply what has been learned in the classroom to actual work situations, gaining practical work experience. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.2, 1-4 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 5-20 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted) --- # COOP231 — Cooperative Education Experience II COOP 231 - Cooperative Education Experience II COOP 231 - Cooperative Education Experience II Provides students the opportunity to obtain further knowledge and skills in her/his field through a planned and supervised work experience. Students will apply what has been learned in the classroom to actual work situations, gaining practical work experience. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.2, 1-4 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 5-20 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted) Prerequisites: COOP131 --- # CRMJ131 — Intro To American Criminal Justice CRMJ 131 - Intro To American Criminal Justice CRMJ 131 - Intro To American Criminal Justice (IAI Major: CRJ 901) (Fall Semester Only) Offers preliminary framework for pre-service criminal justice students. Views American penal justice from the perspective of the total crime problem. Criminal justice originates with the police who are charged with the responsibility of direct enforcement. Involves the courts; and leads to corrections. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ133 — Crime Prevent And Patrol Techniques CRMJ 133 - Crime Prevent And Patrol Techniques CRMJ 133 - Crime Prevent And Patrol Techniques (Fall Semester Only) Studies responsibilities and powers of uniformed patrol officers, patrol procedures, mechanics of arrest, operations during civil disorders and disasters, and effective methods and techniques for control and prevention of adult and juvenile crimes. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ141 — Criminology CRMJ 141 - Criminology CRMJ 141 - Criminology (IAI Major: CRJ 912) (Spring Semester Only) Covers the multi-disciplinary study and analysis of the nature, causes, and control of crime; the measurement of crime; and the interactive roles of the system, victim, and offender. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ145 — Understanding Serial Killers CRMJ 145 - Understanding Serial Killers CRMJ 145 - Understanding Serial Killers Studies serial murderers and their victims to understand what might lead a person to commit these crimes, the systemic factors that influence serial offending, and law enforcement’s ability to solve them. Introduces students to the behaviors and profiles of the individuals responsible for committing serial murders. Explores victims’ perspectives and how experts profile serial killers, motives, and prison sentences. Also discusses how serial killings influence society. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0… --- # CRMJ148 — Criminal Law CRMJ 148 - Criminal Law CRMJ 148 - Criminal Law (Fall Semester Only) Reviews theory, history and purposes of criminal law; local, state and federal laws, their development, application and enforcement; rules and types of evidence. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ151 — Intro To Corrections CRMJ 151 - Intro To Corrections CRMJ 151 - Intro To Corrections (IAI Major: CRJ 911) (Fall Semester Only) Provides an overview of the correctional system: courts, detention, sentencing, adult institutions, probation, parole, and staffing and personnel issues. This course will be an active and interactive learning experience. Students will use the lecture and reading material to build a framework for understanding current sentencing and correctional practices. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ160 — Computer Forensics CRMJ 160 - Computer Forensics CRMJ 160 - Computer Forensics Explains how computers and networks function, how they can be involved in crimes, and how they can be used as the source of evidence. Also, through the application of hands-on computer technology, the aim is to educate students and professionals in law enforcing, forensic science, and in computer security about digital evidence and computer crime. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # CRMJ249 — Criminal Court Procedures CRMJ 249 - Criminal Court Procedures CRMJ 249 - Criminal Court Procedures (Spring Semester Only) Continues CRMJ 148, identifies and classifies criminal offenses and court decisions. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CRMJ148 --- # CRMJ252 — Constitutional Law-Criminal Justice CRMJ 252 - Constitutional Law-Criminal Justice CRMJ 252 - Constitutional Law-Criminal Justice (Spring Semester Only) Studies constitutional limitations on criminal investigation and surveillance; limitations on criminal procedures; personal freedoms, civil rights, and litigation. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ254 — The Juvenile Offender CRMJ 254 - The Juvenile Offender CRMJ 254 - The Juvenile Offender (IAI Major: CRJ 914) (Spring Semester Only) An overview and analysis of the juvenile justice system in the United States. Covers the history and the philosophies of society’s reaction to juvenile behavior. Examines the interactions among the police, courts, and correctional systems within the context of causation and control. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ256 — Crime And Popular Culture CRMJ 256 - Crime And Popular Culture CRMJ 256 - Crime And Popular Culture Examines images of crime and justice in popular culture and considers the sources of these popular culture accounts. Studies the influence that popular culture has on our understanding of crime and criminal justice policy. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ260 — Criminal Justice and Mental Health CRMJ 260 - Criminal Justice and Mental Health CRMJ 260 - Criminal Justice and Mental Health Examines the impact of individuals diagnosed with mental illness in the criminal justice system, including history, theory, and application. Analyzes both civil and criminal court proceedings and the effects of judicial decisions on the individual and the court system. Explores issues surrounding mental health law and its impact on society, the individual, and law enforcement. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ262 — Criminal Justice Ethics CRMJ 262 - Criminal Justice Ethics CRMJ 262 - Criminal Justice Ethics Explores the ethical dilemmas, responsibilities, and decision-making processes faced by professionals within the criminal justice system. Examines foundational theories of ethics and apply them to real-world issues in law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ265 — Criminal Investigation CRMJ 265 - Criminal Investigation CRMJ 265 - Criminal Investigation (Fall Semester Only) Investigates basic criminal investigation methods, theory and application. Studies the criminal act and its investigation; process of fact gathering; problems of proof; recognition, collection, preservation and development of criminal evidence. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # CRMJ267 — Forensics: Trace Evidence Analysis CRMJ 267 - Forensics: Trace Evidence Analysis CRMJ 267 - Forensics: Trace Evidence Analysis Introduces students to the scientific discipline directed at the recognition, identification, and evaluation of physical evidence through application of the natural sciences to criminal investigation. Emphasis is placed on the role of the forensic scientist. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: CRMJ265 --- # CRMJ271 — Criminal Justice Internship CRMJ 271 - Criminal Justice Internship CRMJ 271 - Criminal Justice Internship Provides criminal justice-related work-based learning experiences. Exposes students to qualifications and requirements of agencies and gives them experience to meet those requirements upon graduation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab - 240 hours must be worked.) --- # CRMJ275 — Problems In Criminal Justice CRMJ 275 - Problems In Criminal Justice CRMJ 275 - Problems In Criminal Justice For pre-service and in-service students in Criminal Justice. In-depth study of a specific problem in Criminal Justice under the close supervision of a faculty member. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.2, 1-4 credit hours - 1-4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DASC131 — Introduction to Data Science DASC 131 - Introduction to Data Science DASC 131 - Introduction to Data Science Explores the fundamentals of data science using modern programming tools and software. Applies the data science workflow including importing, cleaning, transforming, and visualizing data, to uncover insights and communicate findings effectively. Topics include data wrangling, exploratory data analysis, ethical considerations in handling data, and basic statistical inference. Emphasizes hands-on learning through real-world datasets and projects designed for students with no prior programming experience. Builds foun… Prerequisites: MATH116, TM-002, TM-001 --- # DENT131 — Dental Biology DENT 131 - Dental Biology DENT 131 - Dental Biology (Fall Semester Only) Covers microbiology as it relates to infection control in the dental office; basic information on human anatomy & physiology; presents pharmacology as it relates to the dental practice. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DENT132 — Pathology I DENT 132 - Pathology I DENT 132 - Pathology I (Spring Semester Only) Presents pathology and medical emergencies as they relate to the dental practice. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: DENT131 --- # DENT134 — Preclinical Orientation DENT 134 - Preclinical Orientation DENT 134 - Preclinical Orientation (Fall Semester Only) Emphasizes taking and recording medical histories, including classifying and charting of dental anomalies. Provides information on the history, ethics, and legal concerns of dentistry. Includes the educational requirements and professional affiliations for the dental health team. Discusses dental psychology, patient communication skills, and the treatment of the special patient. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DENT136 — Orofacial Anatomy DENT 136 - Orofacial Anatomy DENT 136 - Orofacial Anatomy (Fall Semester Only) Includes concepts of dental nomenclature, tooth development, anatomy and function of oral structures, tooth coding, and occlusion. Emphasizes taking and recording vital signs, managing medical and dental emergencies, assisting with and recording of a soft tissue extraoral/intraoral exam, and principles of patient oral hygiene instruction. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab) --- # DENT137 — Oral Histology And Embryology DENT 137 - Oral Histology And Embryology DENT 137 - Oral Histology And Embryology (Spring Semester Only) Studies oral embryologic development and microscopic orofacial organs and structures. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: DENT131 --- # DENT143 — Dental Office Management DENT 143 - Dental Office Management DENT 143 - Dental Office Management (Spring Semester Only) Emphasizes management of office policy and procedures, telephone techniques, appointment control, documentation of patient services, insurance forms, records management, and ordering and inventory of supplies. The laboratory phase includes computer exercises that provide hands-on experience with dental practice management software. The course also emphasizes career readiness and employment strategies that include the construction of a resume, cover letter, and professional portfolio as aids to gaini… --- # DENT144 — Dental Materials DENT 144 - Dental Materials DENT 144 - Dental Materials (Fall Semester Only) Introduces the student to the physical properties, manipulations, and applications of dental materials used in taking impressions, constructing study casts, and formulating restorative materials and replacing or protecting structures within the oral cavity. (PCS 1.2, 3.5 credit hours - 2.5 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # DENT148 — Dental Specialties DENT 148 - Dental Specialties DENT 148 - Dental Specialties (Spring Semester Only) Studies theoretical and practical implementation of the following dental specialties: oral maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, and pediatric dentistry (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab) --- # DENT150 — Dental Radiology DENT 150 - Dental Radiology DENT 150 - Dental Radiology (Fall Semester Only) Includes the theoretical principles and biological effects of radiation. Stresses correct methods of exposing, processing, and mounting intraoral and extraoral radiographs for diagnostic purposes. Includes principles of digital and extraoral radiography, and radiographic interpretation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # DENT152 — Preventive Dentistry DENT 152 - Preventive Dentistry DENT 152 - Preventive Dentistry (Spring Semester Only) Elaborates on the causes and treatments of dental caries and periodontal disease with emphasis on diet, nutrition, and proper home care; stresses the role of preventive dentistry through fluoridation, caries etiology tests and plaque control techniques; includes information on dental public health and school-based dental health programs. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab) --- # DENT153 — Operative Procedures DENT 153 - Operative Procedures DENT 153 - Operative Procedures (Fall Semester Only) Emphasizes dental office infection control and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. Also includes the importance of proper chair-side dental assisting techniques and procedures in operative and specialty areas and maintenance of dental instruments and equipment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # DENT154 — Clinical Practice DENT 154 - Clinical Practice DENT 154 - Clinical Practice (Spring Semester Only) Assigns students to various cooperative training experiences including general dentistry, dental specialties, and the Southern Illinois University-School of Dental Medicine. Weekly seminars provide the student with the opportunities to discuss extramural activities and allow for preparation of National Boards. (PCS 1.2, 5 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 20 hours lab - 320 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: DENT131, DENT134, DENT136, DENT144, DENT150, DENT153 --- # DENT231 — Pharmacology DENT 231 - Pharmacology DENT 231 - Pharmacology (Spring Semester Only) Provides knowledge of therapeutic agents used in dentistry and the mechanisms of drug action in the body, enabling students to comprehend the manifestations of drug administration in dental hygiene. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DENT232 — Pathology II DENT 232 - Pathology II DENT 232 - Pathology II (Fall Semester Only) Includes information on pathology, inflammation, immunity, and repair, with special emphasis on the gingiva and periodontium; prepares the dental hygiene student to detect and record abnormal findings. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DENT233 — Nutrition And Oral Health DENT 233 - Nutrition And Oral Health DENT 233 - Nutrition And Oral Health Provides the fundamentals of general nutrition with emphasis on the interrelationship between nutrition and oral health. Examines current, relevant topics specific to different life stages and states of health. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL141, BIOL142, CHEM130, DENT231, DENT232 --- # DENT234 — Preclinical Dental Hygiene I DENT 234 - Preclinical Dental Hygiene I DENT 234 - Preclinical Dental Hygiene I (Fall Semester Only) Introduces the student to instrumentation principles and skills essential to dental hygienists in patient assessment and treatment. (PCS 1.2, 5 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 9 hours clinical) --- # DENT248 — Periodontology DENT 248 - Periodontology DENT 248 - Periodontology (Spring Semester Only) Studies historical development; includes histologic and clinical characteristics of periodontal diseases; normal, pathological, and etiological considerations are discussed; current research in different types of therapy are applied to clinical practice. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DENT250 — Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar I DENT 250 - Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar I DENT 250 - Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar I (Spring Semester Only) Provides instruction in advanced dental hygiene skills including periodontal examination and debridement, radiograph interpretation, intraoral camera use, ultrasonic scaling, air abrasive polishing, and sulcular irrigation techniques. Emphasizes analysis and decision-making in periodontal assessment and treatment planning, including the role of interprofessional collaboration. Also includes counseling the dental hygiene patient on tobacco control and nutrition. (PCS 1.2, 3.5 credit hou… Prerequisites: DENT234 --- # DENT251 — Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar II DENT 251 - Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar II DENT 251 - Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar II (Summer Only) Introduces the dental hygiene student to the oral needs of the following: the patient with a neurodevelopmental disorder, the patient with a disability, the patient with a history of substance abuse, the patient with psychiatric disorders, the geriatric patient, the pregnant patient, the patient with cardiovascular disease, and the cleft lip/palate patient. The role of interprofessional collaboration is discussed. Special emphasis is placed on the recall/maintenance phase of dental hygiene ca… Prerequisites: DENT250 --- # DENT252 — Community Oral Health DENT 252 - Community Oral Health DENT 252 - Community Oral Health (Spring Semester Only) Studies concepts of health education and promotion, community dental health and public health dentistry; and assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of community oral health programs. (PCS 1.2, 2.5 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab) --- # DENT253 — Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar III DENT 253 - Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar III DENT 253 - Dental Hygiene Clinic Seminar III Introduces the dental hygiene student to the oral needs of patients with: sensory disabilities, endocrine disorders, respiratory diseases, transmissible diseases, cancer, organ transplants, musculoskeletal disorders, dental implants, central nervous system disorders, blood disorders, autoimmune disorders. Special emphasis is placed on the treatment needs and the recall/maintenance phase of dental hygiene care. In addition, the topics of nutritional counseling, teeth whitening techniques, alternative fulc… Prerequisites: DENT251 --- # DENT254 — Dental Hygiene Practice II DENT 254 - Dental Hygiene Practice II DENT 254 - Dental Hygiene Practice II (Spring Semester Only) Provides instruction in advanced dental hygiene skills including oral examinations, radiograph interpretation, ultrasonic scaling, air abrasive polishing, and sulcular irrigation techniques. Emphasizes analysis and decision making in periodontal assessment and treatment planning. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 10 hours lab) Prerequisites: DENT234 --- # DENT255 — Dental Hygiene Practice III DENT 255 - Dental Hygiene Practice III DENT 255 - Dental Hygiene Practice III (Summer Only) Builds knowledge and competence in dental hygiene practice. Provides the student with patient care experiences that correlate with, and allow application of, dental hygiene procedures and lecture/lab concepts. (PCS 1.2, 6 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab/clinic) Prerequisites: DENT254 --- # DENT256 — Dental Hygiene Practice IV DENT 256 - Dental Hygiene Practice IV DENT 256 - Dental Hygiene Practice IV (Fall Semester Only) Provides information for students to gain competency in dental hygiene care and prepares students for the transition to practice. (PCS 1.2, 6 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab) Prerequisites: DENT255 --- # DENT257 — Local Anesthesia In Dentistry DENT 257 - Local Anesthesia In Dentistry DENT 257 - Local Anesthesia In Dentistry Provides instruction on pain management of the dental patient through the use of local anesthesia. Includes head and neck anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical emergencies, and the clinical technique. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours clinical) Prerequisites: DENT254 --- # DENT295 — National Board Exam Review DENT 295 - National Board Exam Review DENT 295 - National Board Exam Review Reviews topics in dental hygiene to prepare candidates for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination, required to obtain dental hygiene licensure in all states. This course includes an organized plan for review of all topics on the exam, including scheduled sample exams on these topics. Pass/Fail grades may be given. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DENT299 — Clinical Skills Update DENT 299 - Clinical Skills Update DENT 299 - Clinical Skills Update Provides clinical remediation to currently enrolled dental hygiene students for review of and enhancement of required dental hygiene clinical skills in preparation for graduation. A self study, one-on-one plan is developed as a means of identifying necessary program requirements to complete. Emphasis is placed on identification of clinical skill level, development of remediation schedule and knowledge and skill through repetition. This course is repeatable three times; it shall be one to five credit hours each time the studen… --- # DRFT131 — Fundamentals Of General Drafting DRFT 131 - Fundamentals Of General Drafting DRFT 131 - Fundamentals Of General Drafting Introduces drawing equipment, theory, materials, and instruments employing basic sketching techniques and lettering, includes geometric constructions, basic dimensioning, section views, auxiliary views and isometric drawings. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DRFT140 — Computer Aided Drafting DRFT 140 - Computer Aided Drafting DRFT 140 - Computer Aided Drafting (IAI Major: EGR 941) Introduces the theory of drafting utilizing freehand sketching and computers and CAD software. The basic areas of geometric construction, orthographic projection, section views, and basic dimensioning will be studies along with the basic operations of computer aided drafting software. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # DRFT142 — Engineering Graphics I DRFT 142 - Engineering Graphics I DRFT 142 - Engineering Graphics I (Spring Semester Only) Covers the drafting procedures required to find graphical solutions for engineering problems. Involves the use of descriptive geometry’s primary and secondary auxiliary views, creating intersections utilizing orthographic projection, and pattern development procedures. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: DRFT140 --- # DRFT144 — Engineering Graphics II DRFT 144 - Engineering Graphics II DRFT 144 - Engineering Graphics II Covers the complete graphical documentation process required for product design and manufacturing. Includes the advanced dimensioning, thread representations and labeling, and drawing requirements of the current ASME Y14.5 Drafting Standards. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: DRFT140 --- # DRFT145 — Fundamentals Of Microstation CAD DRFT 145 - Fundamentals Of Microstation CAD DRFT 145 - Fundamentals Of Microstation CAD Introduces the use of MicroStation CAD software, following all basic operating parameters to produce basic drawings. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # DRFT146 — AutoCAD DRFT 146 - AutoCAD DRFT 146 - AutoCAD Studies fundamentals in the operations of AutoCAD software. Starts with the basic commands and operations and advances through complete drawing production using plotting or printing equipment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # DRFT147 — Structural, Civil & Pipe Drafting DRFT 147 - Structural, Civil & Pipe Drafting DRFT 147 - Structural, Civil & Pipe Drafting (Fall Semester Only) Introduces the fundamental operations and requirements to produce drawings in the structural, civil, and piping areas. The three areas will be studied individually with a final overview of how they all work together to produce the required documents for large construction projects. Provides the fundamental background required to students make career choices in which field they would prefer to study in more detail. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # DRFT248 — Advanced Computer Aided Drafting DRFT 248 - Advanced Computer Aided Drafting DRFT 248 - Advanced Computer Aided Drafting (Fall Semester Only) Continues advanced study of DRFT 140. Course content will begin with system management and customizing and continue through parts compiling to 3D construction from 2D drawings. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: DRFT140 --- # DRFT249 — Topics In CAD I DRFT 249 - Topics In CAD I DRFT 249 - Topics In CAD I Consists of the advanced study and the extensive laboratory use of the CAD system in the different drafting fields. Specialized projects will be drawn using the CAD system. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be two credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply to a degree shall be eight credits. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: DRFT140, DRFT145 --- # DRFT251 — Product Design And Development DRFT 251 - Product Design And Development DRFT 251 - Product Design And Development (Spring Semester Only) Involves the design of a product from conception to the final productions of a prototype model. Students will utilize all of the documentation procedures learned in the preceding drafting courses and learn the basic industrial operations and management concepts involved in design and manufacture of commercial products. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: DRFT253 --- # DRFT253 — Introduction to 3D Parametric Design DRFT 253 - Introduction to 3D Parametric Design DRFT 253 - Introduction to 3D Parametric Design (Fall Semester Only) Presents the operation and theory behind true “Solids Modeling” using the most recent modeling software. Software operation and theory will be studied while producing mechanical parts in the solid format. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # DRFT254 — Advanced Inventor DRFT 254 - Advanced Inventor DRFT 254 - Advanced Inventor (Fall Semester Only) Presents students with techniques in solid modeling. Students develop skills in creating advanced models using parametric design software. The models are then physically created for verification and analysis using the Stratsys rapid prototyping machine. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: DRFT253 --- # DRFT256 — Advanced Solidworks DRFT 256 - Advanced Solidworks DRFT 256 - Advanced Solidworks (Spring Semester Only) Introduces creation of solid models using Solidworks. Students develop skills in creating parts, assemblies, drawings, and animations using Solidworks software. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: DRFT253 --- # DRFT270 — Drafting Instruction Internship DRFT 270 - Drafting Instruction Internship DRFT 270 - Drafting Instruction Internship Provides an internship where the student is placed in a district high school drafting classroom to assist the lead teacher in the daily classroom activities of teaching a drafting/CAD curriculum. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: DRFT142, DRFT144, DRFT140, DRFT145 --- # DRFT271 — Drafting/CAD Internship DRFT 271 - Drafting/CAD Internship DRFT 271 - Drafting/CAD Internship Provides a work-based learning experience in the field of drafting. Students gain an understanding of the requirements and expectations in their career field. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: DRFT248 --- # DST130 — Experiential Learning Assessment DST 130 - Experiential Learning Assessment DST 130 - Experiential Learning Assessment Assists learners in identifying, articulating, and documenting learning acquired outside the traditional classroom and relating that learning to a career goal. Includes the development of a portfolio containing an autobiographical and chronological narrative essay describing specific areas of learning and verifying documentation. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be two credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits th… --- # DST299 — Directed Study DST 299 - Directed Study DST 299 - Directed Study Focuses study on a specific subject area under faculty direction. Prospectus is required and credit given only on completion of a satisfactory project, report, or examination. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.1, 1-4 credit hours - 1-4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # DTEC241 — Intro to Diesel Engine Repair DTEC 241 - Intro to Diesel Engine Repair DTEC 241 - Intro to Diesel Engine Repair Examines the theory, design, and operating principles of diesel engines. Shop experience includes the troubleshooting, removal, disassembly, service, reconditioning, assembly, and installation of diesel engine components with the use of service information, specialty tools, and equipment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO141 --- # DTEC243 — MHDT Brakes, Steering, & Suspension DTEC 243 - MHDT Brakes, Steering, & Suspension DTEC 243 - MHDT Brakes, Steering, & Suspension Introduces the various brake, steering, and suspension designs utilized on medium/heavy duty trucks. Covers the theory, terminology, and operation of the various brake, steering, and suspension designs. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO143 --- # DTEC246 — MHDT Electricity & Electronics DTEC 246 - MHDT Electricity & Electronics DTEC 246 - MHDT Electricity & Electronics Covers general service procedures, battery system operation, starting system operation, charging system operation, lighting systems, and instrument cluster and driver information system operation and diagnosis in Medium/Heavy Duty Trucks. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: AUTO145 --- # EASL101 — English As A Second Language I EASL 101 - English As A Second Language I EASL 101 - English As A Second Language I Provides basic instruction in listening, speaking, reading, writing and spelling of English for persons whose native language is not English. The course content is such that the student is expected to gain increased depth of knowledge and skill through repetition. This course is a variable credit course and is repeatable nine times. The amount of credit awarded shall be up to nine credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply to the certificat… --- # EASL102 — English As A Second Language II EASL 102 - English As A Second Language II EASL 102 - English As A Second Language II Provides intermediate instruction in listening, speaking, reading, writing and spelling of English for persons whose native language is not English. The course content is such that the student is expected to gain increased depth of knowledge and skill through repetition. This course is a variable credit course and is repeatable nine times. The amount of credit awarded shall be up to nine credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply to the c… --- # EASL103 — English As A Second Language III EASL 103 - English As A Second Language III EASL 103 - English As A Second Language III Provides advanced instruction in listening, speaking, reading, writing and spelling of English for persons whose native language is not English. The course content is such that the student is expected to gain increased depth of knowledge and skill through repetition. This course is a variable credit course and is repeatable nine times. The amount of credit awarded shall be up to nine credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that will apply to the cer… --- # ECOL101 — Plant Growth & Development ECOL 101 - Plant Growth & Development ECOL 101 - Plant Growth & Development Introduces the biological principles underlying plant growth and development with emphasis on their application to sustainable practices and greening. Topics include plant structure, anatomy, and growth as affected by light, temperature, water, soil characteristics, and plant nutrition. Laboratory exercises emphasize environmental factors and permit detailed observation of plant growth. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # ECOL102 — Plant Reproduction ECOL 102 - Plant Reproduction ECOL 102 - Plant Reproduction Explores natural and artificial propagation techniques, reproductive patterns, plant selection methodologies, and harvesting using knowledge of plant structure to improve students’ understanding. Advanced plant identification, plant care, annual and perennial plant comparisons, growing site design, layout and budgets are covered. Focus is on effective utilization and preservation of environmental resources, and the prevention of damage to growing sites and offsite land, water, and air resources. Hands-on experience is emphasized. (PC… --- # ECOL131 — Introductory Soils ECOL 131 - Introductory Soils ECOL 131 - Introductory Soils (IAI Major: AG904) Introduces the chemical, physical, and biological properties of soils. Covers fundamentals of soil origin and formation as well as biological, chemical, and physical properties. Discusses essentials regarding key properties of soil such as texture, structure, moisture, and reactions. Provides experience in methods of soil testing. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # ECOL132 — Intro to Restoration Ecology ECOL 132 - Intro to Restoration Ecology ECOL 132 - Intro to Restoration Ecology Provides students with a basic understanding of the principles and practices of restoration ecology. Reviews ecosystem concepts and their significance to ecological restoration, and discusses the importance of planning in the restoration process. Explores various techniques commonly used for restoring different types of ecosystems, and visits to local restoration projects will be included. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ECOL134 — Native Plants in the Landscape ECOL 134 - Native Plants in the Landscape ECOL 134 - Native Plants in the Landscape Provides knowledge about the sustainable use of native plantings in both large- and small-scale landscape construction. Covers a broad array of topics including local ecology, plant adaptations, identification, classification, restoration ecology, and landscape design. The course will be of interest to students pursuing a degree in natural sciences, horticulture, or ecology as well as naturalists and landscape professionals. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ECOL150 — GIS/GPS Mapping For Industry ECOL 150 - GIS/GPS Mapping For Industry ECOL 150 - GIS/GPS Mapping For Industry Introduces Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and associated measurement equipment. Course is designed to make the complexity of this rapidly growing high tech field accessible to beginning students. This course provides a basic, non-technical and student-friendly introduction to GIS. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # ECOL238 — Field Practicum ECOL 238 - Field Practicum ECOL 238 - Field Practicum (Spring Only) Applies advanced methods and skills for ecological and environmental field technicians. Students will get advanced, hands-on instruction and experience in a variety of required and useful skills for a field technician. This course involves outdoor activity, lifting, strenuous activity, and instruction in field and industrial settings. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 1.5 hours lecture, 1 hour lab) Prerequisites: BIOL138 --- # ECOL271 — Internship ECOL 271 - Internship ECOL 271 - Internship Provides students the opportunity to obtain further knowledge and skills related to the field of restoration ecology through a planned and supervised paid or unpaid experience. Students will gain practical work experience and apply what has been learned in the classroom to actual work situations. This course is a variable credit course. 00 or better and permission of program coordinator. (PCS 1.2, 1-4 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 5-20 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted) --- # ECON151 — Principles Of Macroeconomics ECON 151 - Principles Of Macroeconomics ECON 151 - Principles Of Macroeconomics (IAI: S3 901) Explores the evolution of economic systems, modern economic theory including fiscal and monetary theory and institutions, international trade, current economic problems, and comparative economic systems. Emphasizes critical analysis of economic data, application of macroeconomic principles to real-world scenarios, and development of analytical writing skills. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ECON152 — Principles Of Microeconomics ECON 152 - Principles Of Microeconomics ECON 152 - Principles Of Microeconomics (IAI: S3 902) Explores components of U.S. economy; supply and demand analysis; theories of consumer, firm, and government behavior; market structures; and current economic problems. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # EDTR201 — Orientation For Adjunct Instructors EDTR 201 - Orientation For Adjunct Instructors EDTR 201 - Orientation For Adjunct Instructors Focuses on understanding the general College practices part-time instructors must follow. Includes, but is not limited to, step-by-step instructions on using such services as Blackboard and Self-Service, and information on College communication systems, academic protocols, and student learning. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # EDTR205 — Using Social Media EDTR 205 - Using Social Media EDTR 205 - Using Social Media Studies the application of social media and interactive online tools to engage students and allow them to take ownership of their educations and become active knowledge makers. Explores tips and tricks allowing teachers to enhance their curriculum via social media and other free, online resources. The resources are designed to aid both teachers and students. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # EDTR251 — Classroom Assessment Techniques EDTR 251 - Classroom Assessment Techniques EDTR 251 - Classroom Assessment Techniques Empowers classroom teachers to effectively use Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs) in order to develop a better understanding of the learning process in their own classrooms. This course is an introduction to Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs) and the Teaching Goals Inventory (a Cross/Angelo Model). Classroom Assessment Techniques are implemented and results presented as part of a research project report. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each… --- # EDTR268 — Learner Centered Instruction EDTR 268 - Learner Centered Instruction EDTR 268 - Learner Centered Instruction Defines and presents active learning instructional strategies and discusses why active learning strategies are instructionally important to maximize student learning. Converging evidence from multiple research and practice sources indicates that listening to a classroom lecture is not an especially effective way to promote deep and lasting student learning. Commonly mentioned obstacles to using active learning instructional strategies will be discussed along with strategies to overcome these obstacles. Acknowledgi… --- # EDTR276 — Using Blackboard Ultra EDTR 276 - Using Blackboard Ultra EDTR 276 - Using Blackboard Ultra Focuses on the understanding and implementation of the Blackboard 9 Learning System to reorganize existing courses in the Ultra environment. Offers hands-on experience using the different tools, such as content, discussions, quizzes, messages, and gradebook. This course is repeatable three times to provide students additional instructional opportunities due to the technological complexities of this instructional delivery system. The amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each time the students successfully complete… --- # EDTR279 — Program-Level Assessment EDTR 279 - Program-Level Assessment EDTR 279 - Program-Level Assessment Introduction to the principles and practices of program assessment using a process model that is designed to ensure continuous program improvement. This process meets the requirements of the ICCB’s mandatory five-year Program Review as well as the College’s own commitment to ongoing assessment within the context of continuous improvement. The course emphasizes the concept of “action-looping” which involves applying the lessons learned through assessment to make improvements in the program. This course is repeatable three… --- # EDTR290 — Tutor Training EDTR 290 - Tutor Training EDTR 290 - Tutor Training Introduces tutors to the role and methods of effective tutoring. They will learn to establish goals and --- # EDUC230 — Education Observation Lab EDUC 230 - Education Observation Lab EDUC 230 - Education Observation Lab Provides students the opportunity to complete 25 pre-professional field-experience hours required by the Greenville College Teacher Education dual admission program. Students will be assigned to observe a classroom teacher to complete the field-experience hours in selected schools and classrooms. Students will be required to document their classroom experiences. Students must have a favorable background check and clear drug screen during the first two weeks of class as it is required for placement in all Illinois school… Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # EDUC231 — American Education EDUC 231 - American Education EDUC 231 - American Education Introduces education through consideration of the history and philosophy of American education and expectations and beliefs society and individuals hold for it today. Introduces trends and issues in curriculum, instruction, school organizations, teacher-learner processes, and careers in education. Fifteen hours of field experience required. Students must have a favorable background check and clear drug screen during the first two weeks of class as it is required for placement in all Illinois schools. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hour… Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # EDUC232 — Introduction To Special Education EDUC 232 - Introduction To Special Education EDUC 232 - Introduction To Special Education Surveys the historical, philosophical, and legal foundations of special education. Topics include characteristics of learners with special needs and the programs that serve them under various laws, especially the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Emphasizes identification of students with exceptionalities and appropriate accommodations and modifications useful for educational planning in both regular and special education settings. Thirty hours of field experience required. Students must have… Prerequisites: ENGL131, EDUC231 --- # EDUC233 — Diversity in Today’s Schools EDUC 233 - Diversity in Today’s Schools EDUC 233 - Diversity in Today’s Schools Explores the cultural issues that impact the learning environment and student achievement. Students will engage in topics on prejudice, implicit biases, assumptions, systemic racism, sexism, and classism that contribute to systemic inequities and achievement gaps that exist in schools today. Through an understanding of social justice, students will acquire the dispositions, cultural knowledge, and competencies to adapt curricular and instructional skills for culturally responsive classroom practices. Students will… Prerequisites: ENGL131, EDUC231 --- # EDUC236 — Language Development & Acquisition EDUC 236 - Language Development & Acquisition EDUC 236 - Language Development & Acquisition Focuses on the developmental milestones and theory of communication development from birth through school age for typically developing children and children with disabilities. Emphasizes the identification and characteristics of developmental and acquired communication disorders. The course will also develop an understanding of the effects of cultural and linguistic diversity on language development. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # EDUC241 — Educational Psychology EDUC 241 - Educational Psychology EDUC 241 - Educational Psychology Examines psychological concepts and principles as applied to classroom learning environments. Emphasizes cognitive, social, ethical, physical, and emotional factors related to learning. Introduces the application of theory and research to the classroom setting. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131, ENGL131 --- # EESC130 — General Physical Science EESC 130 - General Physical Science EESC 130 - General Physical Science (IAI: P9 900L) Provides the fundamental principles of physical science and covers topics in chemistry, physics, and earth sciences. The integrated approach to lecture and laboratory used in this course emphasizes process skills, hands-on activities, and the philosophical importance of scientific discoveries. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # EESC131 — Physical Geography EESC 131 - Physical Geography EESC 131 - Physical Geography (IAI: P1 909L) Investigates the physical environment, including the interrelationships of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere as affected by the biosphere. Special emphasis on map interpretation and weather data, climate systems and the impact of weather on soils and biomes. Various physical processes such as earthquakes, volcanism, and plate tectonics are used to discuss the earth as a dynamic planet. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # EESC135 — Environmental Geography EESC 135 - Environmental Geography EESC 135 - Environmental Geography (IAI: P9 901) Investigates the human interactions and impacts on the physical and biological environment. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere as affected by the biosphere. Examines human responsibility, environmental sustainability, and environmental policy. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # EESC141 — Introduction To Astronomy EESC 141 - Introduction To Astronomy EESC 141 - Introduction To Astronomy (IAI: P1 906) Examines the universe: the solar system, stars, and galaxies. Studies the importance of atoms and radiation as the primary source of the observational evidence that leads to the formation of the theories of the origin and evolution of the universe. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # EESC145 — Intro Geology & Physical Geography EESC 145 - Intro Geology & Physical Geography EESC 145 - Intro Geology & Physical Geography (IAI: P1 907) Identifies and describes the geologic materials that make up the Earth’s crust and explains the role of past and present geologic processes in changing the character of the Earth’s surface over geologic time. Investigates the path of energy flow through hydrologic and tectonic systems and the impact of wind, water, and glaciers on the Earth’s landscape. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ELEC131 — DC: Fundamentals in Electricity ELEC 131 - DC: Fundamentals in Electricity ELEC 131 - DC: Fundamentals in Electricity Introduces the fundamental properties and applications of electricity including the basics of current, voltage, and resistance, the application of Ohm’s Law and the construction of circuits to verify electronic theory. Safety procedures are emphasized. Teaches solder connections, recognition and repair of bad solder connections, and selection and cleaning of soldering tools. Corrections to electronic problems using troubleshooting techniques are covered. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours la… --- # ELEC132 — AC: Fundamentals in Electricity ELEC 132 - AC: Fundamentals in Electricity ELEC 132 - AC: Fundamentals in Electricity Introduces the fundamental properties and applications of electricity including alternating current (AC) circuits, complex numbers, inductance, capacitance, resistor-inductor (RL) and resistor-capacitor (RC) circuits, RC time constants and transients, resonance, transformers, relays, and switches. Introduces Solid State Principles and filters as they relate to electrical and electronic power supplies. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ELEC131 --- # ELEC133 — Digital Electronics ELEC 133 - Digital Electronics ELEC 133 - Digital Electronics Explores the design and operation of basic operational amplifier circuits through theory and lab work to illustrate and confirm the design and operation of linear amplifiers, voltage and current converters, comparators and precision rectifiers. Students will learn how discrete semiconductor devices are constructed, how to handle them, how diodes, bipolar transistors, Field-effect transistors (FETs), and thrystors operate and how to use them in practical circuits. Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) power supply circuit… Prerequisites: ELEC132 --- # ELEC135 — Motor Controls ELEC 135 - Motor Controls ELEC 135 - Motor Controls Presents the fundamentals of electrical motor control components, circuits, and systems. Topics include electrical control symbols, power distribution, control transformers, solenoids and relays, motor starters, pilot devices, timers and sequencers, direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) motor principles, and proximity sensors. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ELEC133 --- # ELEC231 — PLC Programming ELEC 231 - PLC Programming ELEC 231 - PLC Programming Provides an understanding of the various output methods, programming, and troubleshooting techniques using programmable logic controllers (PLC). Covers Input-Output (I-O) methods for direct current (DC), alternating current (AC), and analog; ladder programming and analysis; timers and counters; and logical functions. Correlating motor control systems to PLC systems will be covered. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ELEC135 --- # ELEC233 — Instrumentation I ELEC 233 - Instrumentation I ELEC 233 - Instrumentation I Introduces the field of instrumentation and covers process variables and the various instruments used to sense, measure, transmit, and control these variables. Also introduces control loops and the elements that are found in different types of loops, such as controllers, regulators, and final control elements. Concludes with a study of instrumentation drawings, diagrams, and troubleshooting instrumentation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ELEC231, PRCS131 --- # ELEC235 — Instrumentation II ELEC 235 - Instrumentation II ELEC 235 - Instrumentation II Introduces switches, relays, annunciator systems, and signal conversion and transmission. Covers controllers, control schemes, advanced control schemes, digital control, programmable logic control, distributed control systems, instrumentation power supplies, emergency shutdown systems, and instrumentation malfunctions. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ELEC233, PRCS131 --- # ELEC237 — Final Control Elements ELEC 237 - Final Control Elements ELEC 237 - Final Control Elements Provides instruction on the use of control valves including the operation and calibration of pneumatic and manual control valves. Covers common types of regulators and dampers. Includes instruction on the differences between droop and lockup and how to prevent their occurrences. Also covers the operations of actuators and positioners. Variable speed drives will be explained. In-depth knowledge of final control elements will be acquired by the conclusion of the course. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ELEC235 --- # ELEC239 — PID Control ELEC 239 - PID Control ELEC 239 - PID Control Provides instruction on the proportional-integral-derivative (PID) algorithm including how it works and how it is implemented in pneumatic as well as electronic controllers. Also covers tuning a PID controller for stability. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: ELEC237 --- # ELEC271 — Industrial Electricity Internship ELEC 271 - Industrial Electricity Internship ELEC 271 - Industrial Electricity Internship Provides a work based learning experience in a related refining industry setting. Practical work experience will be acquired and specific performance skills will be developed for each individual student. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.2, 1-3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 5-15 hours lab - 80-240 hours worked) Prerequisites: ELEC239 --- # EMR100 — Emergency Medical Responder EMR 100 - Emergency Medical Responder EMR 100 - Emergency Medical Responder Prepares the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) student to provide pre-hospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety of medical conditions and traumatic injuries. Includes an introduction to emergency medical services systems, roles and responsibilities of EMRs, anatomy and physiology, medical emergencies, trauma, and special considerations for working in the pre-hospital setting. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will receive an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider… --- # EMT120 — Emergency Medical Technician EMT 120 - Emergency Medical Technician EMT 120 - Emergency Medical Technician Studies medical, legal, and ethical issues; basic anatomy and physiology; patient assessment; and treatment of medical and trauma emergencies. Also includes ambulance operations and basic hazardous materials awareness. Successful completion qualifies the student to challenge the state or national examination for licensure as “Emergency Medical Technician.” Note: to take the state or national exam, individuals are required to possess a high school diploma or equivalent. (PCS 1.2, 7 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 6 h… Prerequisites: FIRE135, FIRE139 --- # ENGL031 — First-Year English I Support ENGL 031 - First-Year English I Support ENGL 031 - First-Year English I Support Introduces reading and writing skills necessary for the successful completion of ENGL 131 and other college courses. Emphasizes writing skills to give students experience using the writing process with focus, elaboration, and organization, as well as organizing materials and thoughts in written summaries and oral presentations. Illustrates steps readers can take before, during, and after reading to increase comprehension and retention. Pass/Fail grades will be given. This course may be repeated one time for a maxi… Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # ENGL037 — Technical Writing Support ENGL 037 - Technical Writing Support ENGL 037 - Technical Writing Support Supports students in practicing the reading and writing skills needed for successful business writing. The reading focus will be on pre-reading, reading for meaning, and evaluating progress. The writing focus will be on the writing process with a special emphasis on organization, elaboration, and revision. Pass/Fail grades will be given. This course may be repeated one time for a maximum of six credit hours. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL137 --- # ENGL120 — Basic English ENGL 120 - Basic English ENGL 120 - Basic English Provides an extensive review of the basics of English grammar and mechanics with an emphasis on developing basic sentence skills in paragraphs. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ENGL125 — Basic Writing ENGL 125 - Basic Writing ENGL 125 - Basic Writing Reviews standard American English grammar and the use of main ideas and specific details in paragraph development. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL120 --- # ENGL131 — First-Year English I ENGL 131 - First-Year English I ENGL 131 - First-Year English I (IAI: C1 900) Offers guided practice in academic writing as a rhetorical and social activity, emphasizing analysis of diverse texts and specific writing situations. Develops flexible composing processes, research skills, source integration, appropriate citation techniques, and effective language choices through revision and peer feedback. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL125 --- # ENGL132 — First-Year English II ENGL 132 - First-Year English II ENGL 132 - First-Year English II (IAI: C1 901R) Offers continued practice in improving writing style and processes, utilizing analytical reading of primary and secondary sources. While practicing how to incorporate sources into compositions for an academic audience, students learn about various research techniques and the consequences of plagiarism. Finally, students learn the mechanics of academic style and research paper layout and format. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # ENGL137 — Technical Writing ENGL 137 - Technical Writing ENGL 137 - Technical Writing Applies the principles of Standard English to business writing and presentations. While completing written assignments, students become proficient in organizing and composing business letters, memorandums, reports, and electronic correspondence with an emphasis on clarity, conciseness, and accuracy of expression. The course also includes an overview of oral, interpersonal, and intercultural business communication. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL125 --- # ENGL261 — Creative Writing I ENGL 261 - Creative Writing I ENGL 261 - Creative Writing I Improves students’ skills as readers and writers of fiction. Stories by established writers (and works produced by the students) will be discussed. During these discussions, the class will explore the craft of writing in order to better understand what makes a story work, and to increase awareness of the possibilities for the students’ own writing. Emphasis will be placed on writing practice and the development of a critical/literary vocabulary. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # ENGL262 — Creative Writing II ENGL 262 - Creative Writing II ENGL 262 - Creative Writing II Improves students’ skills as readers and writers of poetry through discussion of poems written by established writers and students. During these discussions, the class will explore the craft of writing in order to better understand what makes a poem work and to increase awareness of the possibilities for the students’ own compositions. Emphasis will be placed on writing practice and the development of a critical/literary vocabulary. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # ENGL263 — Literary Editing And Publishing ENGL 263 - Literary Editing And Publishing ENGL 263 - Literary Editing And Publishing Introduces students to literary journals, project collaboration, and editing and publishing skills to create LC’s student literary magazine. Examines and practices concepts and techniques specific to project collaboration, communication, and production. Explores all aspects of the literary magazine’s production: soliciting and evaluating submissions, editing, designing, proofreading, layout, publishing, and promotion. Provides an overview of literary magazines, publishing, and editing, while increasing readi… --- # ENGR101 — Engineering Orientation ENGR 101 - Engineering Orientation ENGR 101 - Engineering Orientation Presents an introduction to methodologies of engineering problem solving and design. Engineering education and strategies for academic success are explored. Engineering disciplines and the role of the engineer in industry and society are discussed. Analytical tools employed in engineering analysis, design, and fabrication are reviewed. Written and verbal communication skills relevant to engineering are addressed with an emphasis on effective data presentation. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH171 --- # FIRE110 — Fire Crew Rookie School FIRE 110 - Fire Crew Rookie School FIRE 110 - Fire Crew Rookie School Part of the industrial firefighting curriculum designed specifically for those firefighters involved in industrial emergency response. Includes fire behavior, extinguishing agents, apparatus, equipment, hose handling techniques and live fire exercises. This course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each time the student successfully completes the course. The maximum number of credits that will apply to electives in the fire science certificate program shall be four credits. (PCS… --- # FIRE130 — Principles of Emergency Services FIRE 130 - Principles of Emergency Services FIRE 130 - Principles of Emergency Services Introduces fire protection and emergency services career opportunities, culture and history of emergency services, fire loss analysis, organization of public and private fire protection, fire service nomenclature, and life safety initiatives. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE131 — Fire Service Vehicle Operator FIRE 131 - Fire Service Vehicle Operator FIRE 131 - Fire Service Vehicle Operator Provides emergency vehicle operators with a basic awareness of the requirements to operate emergency vehicles. For students affiliated with an Illinois fire department, successful completion of the course qualifies the student to take the certification exam for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification at the fire service vehicle operator level. (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE132 — Fire Service Safety & Survival FIRE 132 - Fire Service Safety & Survival FIRE 132 - Fire Service Safety & Survival Introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives focusing on the need for cultural and behavioral change throughout emergency services. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE135 — Technical Rescue Awareness FIRE 135 - Technical Rescue Awareness FIRE 135 - Technical Rescue Awareness Provides first-due emergency responders a basic awareness of requirements and hazards at technical rescue incidents. Successful completion qualifies the student to take the test for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification at the technical rescue awareness level. (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE139 — Hazardous Materials Awareness FIRE 139 - Hazardous Materials Awareness FIRE 139 - Hazardous Materials Awareness Introduces emergency response personnel to the growing problem of hazardous materials emergencies. Emphasis is put on product identification and notification of the proper agencies for incident mitigation. Successful completion of the course qualifies the student, affiliated with an Illinois fire department to challenge the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification test as “Hazardous Materials-First Responder Awareness.” (PCS 1.2, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE142 — Basic Firefighter: Module A FIRE 142 - Basic Firefighter: Module A FIRE 142 - Basic Firefighter: Module A Fulfills one of ten requirements towards certification as a basic firefighter through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Includes instruction on orientation and organization, fire behavior, building construction, safety, communications, self-contained breathing apparatus, extinguishers, and ropes and knots. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # FIRE143 — Hazardous Materials Operations FIRE 143 - Hazardous Materials Operations FIRE 143 - Hazardous Materials Operations Introduces firefighting personnel to the growing problem of hazardous materials emergencies. Identifies the capabilities and limitations of the conventional fire department in handling hazardous materials emergencies. Successful completion of this course qualifies the student to challenge the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification test as “Hazardous Materials Operations” provided other state (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # FIRE152 — Fire Protection Systems FIRE 152 - Fire Protection Systems FIRE 152 - Fire Protection Systems Focuses on fire protection systems and how they operate. Emphasis is placed on automatic sprinkler systems, special extinguisher systems, standpipes, fire extinguishers, detection and alarm systems. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE157 — Fire Prevention Principles FIRE 157 - Fire Prevention Principles FIRE 157 - Fire Prevention Principles Provides fundamental knowledge of fire prevention bureau activities. Emphasizes the application of codes and standards, plan review, and life safety building inspections. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE172 — Fire Service Building Construction FIRE 172 - Fire Service Building Construction FIRE 172 - Fire Service Building Construction Provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. Introduces elements of construction and design of structures as key factors when inspecting buildings and preplanning fire operations for emergencies. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE173 — Basic Firefighter: Module B FIRE 173 - Basic Firefighter: Module B FIRE 173 - Basic Firefighter: Module B Fulfills one of ten requirements towards certification as a basic firefighter through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Includes instruction on ladders, hose and appliances, nozzles and streams, water supply, forcible entry, and ventilation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # FIRE174 — Fire Behavior and Combustion FIRE 174 - Fire Behavior and Combustion FIRE 174 - Fire Behavior and Combustion Explores theories and fundamentals of how fires are started, spread, and controlled. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE183 — Basic Firefighter: Module C FIRE 183 - Basic Firefighter: Module C FIRE 183 - Basic Firefighter: Module C Fulfills one of ten requirements towards certification as a basic firefighter through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Includes instruction on search and rescue, fire control, loss control, protecting evidence, fire detection, alarm and suppression systems, prevention, public education, wildland, ground cover fires, and firefighter survival. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # FIRE232 — Advanced Firefighter FIRE 232 - Advanced Firefighter FIRE 232 - Advanced Firefighter Fulfills one of six requirements towards certification as an advanced firefighter technician through the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Includes instruction on the following topics: establishing and transferring command, advanced fire suppression, systems of fire detection, smoke control, life safety initiatives, vehicle rescue and extrication, special rescue teams assistance, and fire investigation. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # FIRE237 — Fire Service Instructor I FIRE 237 - Fire Service Instructor I FIRE 237 - Fire Service Instructor I Designed to meet the needs of those individuals who wish to expand their knowledge in the area of instructing other individuals. Structured to provide basic information about human relations in the teaching-learning environment, methods of teaching, and proper method of following lesson plans. Satisfies requirements for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification as “Instructor I”. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: FIRE142, FIRE173, FIRE183 --- # FIRE242 — Fire And Arson Investigation I FIRE 242 - Fire And Arson Investigation I FIRE 242 - Fire And Arson Investigation I Provides fundamentals and technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretation including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of the fire setter, and types of fire causes. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: FIRE142, FIRE173, FIRE183 --- # FIRE245 — Fire Protection Water Supply FIRE 245 - Fire Protection Water Supply FIRE 245 - Fire Protection Water Supply Provides understanding of the use of water in fire protection and application of hydraulic principles for water supply demands in firefighting. Course satisfies partial requirements for certification as a Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) from the Office of the State Fire Marshal. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # FIRE248 — Company Fire Officer FIRE 248 - Company Fire Officer FIRE 248 - Company Fire Officer Acquaints students with the role of the company officer and introduces human resource management, community and government relations, administration, inspection and investigations, emergency service delivery, and health and safety. Course satisfies Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Office of the State Fire Marshal Company Fire Officer certification. (PCS 1.2, 9 credit hours - 9 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FIRE256 — Incident Safety Officer FIRE 256 - Incident Safety Officer FIRE 256 - Incident Safety Officer Prepares students for the role of an Incident Safety Officer and highlights how to monitor various types of incidents including fire, emergency medical services (EMS), technical rescue, and hazardous material (HAZMAT) scenes. Additionally, this course will identify how to report conditions, hazards, and risks present to the Incident Commander (IC) and guide students on the proper procedures of accident investigation and post-incident analysis. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: FIRE248 --- # FIRE258 — Advanced Fire Officer FIRE 258 - Advanced Fire Officer FIRE 258 - Advanced Fire Officer Acquaints the student with the role of the advanced company officer at the supervisory/management level who oversees multiple fire companies or stations. Provides an introduction to being a manager, applications of leadership, managing community risk reduction programs, administrative communications, fire cause determination, and managing major incidents. Course satisfies Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Office of the State Fire Marshal Advanced Company Fire Officer certification. (PCS 1.2, 9 credit hours - 9 hours lecture, 0 hours l… Prerequisites: FIRE248 --- # FIRE278 — Fire Service Instructor II FIRE 278 - Fire Service Instructor II FIRE 278 - Fire Service Instructor II Expands student knowledge of how to instruct others. Presents a more in-depth look at the teaching-learning environment, methods of teaching and methods of writing lesson plans. Satisfies partial requirements for Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certification as “Instructor II” and Fire Officer II. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: FIRE237 --- # FREN131 — Elementary French I FREN 131 - Elementary French I FREN 131 - Elementary French I Covers French grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # FREN132 — Elementary French II FREN 132 - Elementary French II FREN 132 - Elementary French II Expands the grammar, conversation, comprehension, writing, and speaking skills introduced in FREN 131. Additional aspects of francophone culture, history, and geography will be covered as well. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: FREN131 --- # FREN231 — Intermediate French I FREN 231 - Intermediate French I FREN 231 - Intermediate French I Reviews the essentials of French grammar, extending understanding. Includes readings from short, literary works. Stresses proficiency of conversation, complex sentence structure, comprehension, and writing. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: FREN132 --- # FREN232 — Intermediate French II FREN 232 - Intermediate French II FREN 232 - Intermediate French II (IAI: H1 900) Builds on and increases skills developed in previous French courses. Focus is on reading, class discussion, and composition using grammatically correct structure. Additional aspects of francophone culture, history, and geography will be covered. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: FREN231 --- # GED101 — Adult Basic Education GED 101 - Adult Basic Education GED 101 - Adult Basic Education Develops the reading, writing, math, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required by adults in their roles as citizens, members of communities, parents, family members, and employees. Placement by TABE: Reading level 0 - 3.9. This course is a variable credit course. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5-16 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. (PCS 1.7, 0.5-16 credit hours - 0.5-16 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GED102 — Pre-GED Instruction GED 102 - Pre-GED Instruction GED 102 - Pre-GED Instruction Develops the reading, writing, math, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required by adults in their roles as citizens, members of communities, parents, family members, and employees. This course is a variable credit course. Placement by TABE: reading level 4.0-8.9. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5-16 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. (PCS 1.7, 0.5-16 credit hours - 0.5-16 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GED103 — GED Test Preparation GED 103 - GED Test Preparation GED 103 - GED Test Preparation Develops the reading, writing, math, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required by adults in their roles as citizens, members of communities, parents, family members, and employees. This course is a variable credit course. Placement by TABE: 9.0 and above. The amount of credit awarded shall be 0.5-16 credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. (PCS 1.8, 0.5-16 credit hours - 0.5-16 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GED104 — GED Math Test Preparation GED 104 - GED Math Test Preparation GED 104 - GED Math Test Preparation Offers basic mathematics skills necessary for college and career success. Presents mathematics in a practical context. Covers fractions, rounding, decimal fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, averages, estimates, measurement, graphic representation, and practical geometry and trigonometry. This course is repeatable up to three times for a maximum of twelve credit hours. (PCS 1.7, 0.5-3 credit hours - 0.5 - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GED105 — GED Math Test Preparation GED 105 - GED Math Test Preparation GED 105 - GED Math Test Preparation Offers basic mathematics skills necessary for college and career success. Presents mathematics in a practical context. Covers fractions, rounding, decimal fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, averages, estimates, measurement, graphic representation, and practical geometry and trigonometry. This course is repeatable up to three times for a maximum of twelve credit hours. (PCS 1.7, 0.5-3 credit hours - 0.5 - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GED106 — GED Math Test Preparation GED 106 - GED Math Test Preparation GED 106 - GED Math Test Preparation Offers basic mathematics skills necessary for college and career success. Presents mathematics in a practical context. Covers fractions, rounding, decimal fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, averages, estimates, measurement, graphic representation, and practical geometry and trigonometry. This course is repeatable up to three times for a maximum of twelve credit hours. (PCS 1.8, 0.5-3 credit hours - 0.5 - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GEOG132 — Geography By World Regions GEOG 132 - Geography By World Regions GEOG 132 - Geography By World Regions (IAI: S4 906) Studies physical and human attributes of geography related to regions of the world including environmental, cultural, historical, economic, political, and population geography. Regions studied include the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Study includes place-names and the region concept. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GEOG205 — Human Geography GEOG 205 - Human Geography GEOG 205 - Human Geography (IAI: S4 900N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Introduces the basic concepts of human geography. Students will examine the causes and consequences behind the uneven distribution of human activity in the present-day world. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GERM131 — Elementary German I GERM 131 - Elementary German I GERM 131 - Elementary German I Covers German grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # GERM132 — Elementary German II GERM 132 - Elementary German II GERM 132 - Elementary German II Covers German grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: GERM131 --- # GERM231 — Intermediate German I GERM 231 - Intermediate German I GERM 231 - Intermediate German I Reviews essentials of German grammar; extending understanding. Includes readings from short literary works. Stresses fluency of conversation and correct pronunciation and writing a short composition. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: GERM132 --- # GERM232 — Intermediate German II GERM 232 - Intermediate German II GERM 232 - Intermediate German II (IAI: H1 900) Builds on and increases the skills developed in GERM 231. Focuses on writing a one-page composition, presenting a position in discussion, and reading and discussing short literary works and novels. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: GERM231 --- # GIS120 — Intro to Unmanned Aircraft Systems GIS 120 - Intro to Unmanned Aircraft Systems GIS 120 - Intro to Unmanned Aircraft Systems Introduces regulations, pilot responsibilities, operating requirements, risk mitigation, pre-flight planning, collision avoidance, atmospheric stability, load factors, aeronautical decision making, maintenance and inspection procedures, and scenario-based training for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Provides hands-on drone flying experience involving skills such as takeoff, landing, pitching, and rolling. Prepares for successful completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Exam to ea… --- # HAZM101 — Hazmat HAZM 101 - Hazmat HAZM 101 - Hazmat Provides an overview of the transportation of hazardous materials in the trucking industry. It will provide the student information on the communication rules, loading and unloading, driving, parking, and emergencies dealing with hazardous materials. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HEED131 — First Aid HEED 131 - First Aid HEED 131 - First Aid Offers standard first aid and personal safety Red Cross course with basic life-support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Students completing the course receive a Red Cross or American Heart Association first aid card and a Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR card. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HEED133 — Personal & Community Health HEED 133 - Personal & Community Health HEED 133 - Personal & Community Health Provides scientific health information essential for meeting the needs of daily living, including professional, parent and community responsibilities. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIM149 — Food Service Sanitation Review HIM 149 - Food Service Sanitation Review HIM 149 - Food Service Sanitation Review Reviews the importance of sanitation in relation to food preparation. Topics emphasized are safe food environments, pest control, and local, state and federal codes. Please note: textbook is required on the first day of class. (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIMC130 — Introduction to Health Information HIMC 130 - Introduction to Health Information HIMC 130 - Introduction to Health Information Introduces the field of health information management and technology. Presents the healthcare delivery system, medical records format and content, various filing systems, the environment where the information is gathered, by whom the information is used, and the technology behind health information systems. Provides instruction in retention policies and procedures, documentation, confidentiality issues, and legal and regulatory aspects of the medical record. Explores career areas and opportunities rela… Prerequisites: READ125, ENGL125 --- # HIMC250 — Medical Coding Exam Review HIMC 250 - Medical Coding Exam Review HIMC 250 - Medical Coding Exam Review Provides preparation for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) credentialing exam through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Includes content review of health information and medical coding courses with emphasis on test-taking strategies and study techniques. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # HIMC260 — Health Information/Coding Externship HIMC 260 - Health Information/Coding Externship HIMC 260 - Health Information/Coding Externship Provides the student with a work-based learning experience that utilizes skills learned in program coursework and provides the application of those skills in a physician’s office, billing service, or other ambulatory setting. Students work 10 hours per week and meet with the instructor one hour per week. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab) Prerequisites: HIMC250 --- # HIMC270 — Medical Billing and Coding HIMC 270 - Medical Billing and Coding HIMC 270 - Medical Billing and Coding Introduces International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision (ICD-10), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) medical coding. Provides instruction in abstracting information from medical reports and records. Includes coding guidelines to optimize physician payment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: MEDA120 --- # HIMC271 — Advanced Billing & Coding HIMC 271 - Advanced Billing & Coding HIMC 271 - Advanced Billing & Coding Continues International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision (ICD-10), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) medical coding. Provides further experience in abstracting information from medical reports and records. Includes coding guidelines to optimize physician payment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: HIMC270 --- # HIST131 — Western Civilization I HIST 131 - Western Civilization I HIST 131 - Western Civilization I (IAI: S2 902) (Fall Semester Only) Explores the emergence of leading political, economic, social and cultural processes that characterize modern Western Civilization beginning with ancient civilizations and ending with the seventeenth century. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIST132 — Western Civilization II HIST 132 - Western Civilization II HIST 132 - Western Civilization II (IAI: S2 903) (Spring Semester Only) Beginning in the year 1500, emphasizes the impact of the scientific revolution on modern processes, leading social, political, cultural, and intellectual developments of the 19th century, and culminates with historical problems of the twentieth century. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIST135 — World History I HIST 135 - World History I HIST 135 - World History I (IAI: S2 912N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) (Fall Semester Only) Surveys world history from prehistory and the birth (B.C.E. 3500) of civilizations ranging from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Persia, and India, to China, to the age of exploration (C.E. 1500). Theologies and moral codes are compared. High and popular cultures, the history of ideas and social history are examined. The historical method is emphasized. Biographies of great individuals are included. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIST136 — World History II HIST 136 - World History II HIST 136 - World History II (IAI: S2 913N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) (Spring Semester Only) Surveys world history from the age of exploration to the 1920’s. Focuses on the interactions of civilizations, beginning with exploration, and including trade, world markets, the impact of science, technology, and wars. Included is the migration of peoples. Intellectual and cultural history encompasses the interaction and importance of ideas, especially religious ideas and self-expression or art. A comparative method establishes cultural, political, and social p… --- # HIST138 — History Of Latin America HIST 138 - History Of Latin America HIST 138 - History Of Latin America (IAI: S2 920N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Explores the themes and concepts surrounding the experiences and history of Latin American peoples. Through an examination of ethnicity, trade, exchange, ritual traditions, landscape archaeology, and revolution, students will understand the importance of Latin America. Comprehension will be gained from perspective in a variety of academic fields including: geography, astronomy, environmental biology, history, economy, literature, and culture. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours -… --- # HIST141 — African American History HIST 141 - African American History HIST 141 - African American History (IAI: H2 909D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Details the history of African Americans from the enslavement and shipment of Africans to North America through their on-going struggles for human and civil rights. Explores how the construct of race has evolved and influenced American history. Topics are the Middle Passage, religion of the slaves, slave resistance, Abolitionism, the Civil War, Reconstruction, the Great Migration, Harlem Renaissance, the Civil Rights Movement, urban unrest, and Affirmative Action. (PCS… --- # HIST161 — Women’s Movement In American History HIST 161 - Women’s Movement In American History HIST 161 - Women’s Movement In American History Examines roles of women in American history; causes which women have espoused; trends which women have experienced; and alliances formed for reform and political and social changes. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIST191 — The Civil War HIST 191 - The Civil War HIST 191 - The Civil War Examines the Civil War from social, economic, political, and military aspects. Explores why the war occurred, how it progressed both on and off the battlefield, and why it ended the way that it did. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIST231 — American Republic: Beginnings - 1877 HIST 231 - American Republic: Beginnings - 1877 HIST 231 - American Republic: Beginnings - 1877 (IAI: S2 900) Traces the political, economic, social and intellectual and religious evolution of American institutions, customs and values from fifteenth-century colonization to 1877. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HIST232 — American Nation: 1877 - Present HIST 232 - American Nation: 1877 - Present HIST 232 - American Nation: 1877 - Present (IAI: S2 901) Explores shift in national emphasis from basic agrarianism to an industrial society 1877-present. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMN131 — Introduction To Humanities I HUMN 131 - Introduction To Humanities I HUMN 131 - Introduction To Humanities I (IAI: HF 902) (Fall Semester Only) Surveys all aspects of human culture in historic times with emphasis on the development of western civilization. Covers Prehistory to the Middle Ages. Recommended as an introduction to the humanities and as a synthesis of various disciplines. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMN132 — Introduction To Humanities II HUMN 132 - Introduction To Humanities II HUMN 132 - Introduction To Humanities II (IAI: HF 903) (Spring Semester Only) Surveys all aspects of human culture in historic times with emphasis on the development of western civilization. Covers the Late Middle Ages to the Modern Era. Recommended as an introduction to the humanities and as a synthesis of various disciplines. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMN231 — Comparative Religion I HUMN 231 - Comparative Religion I HUMN 231 - Comparative Religion I (IAI: H5 904N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Examines the nature and functions of religion in human experience by introducing the major Eastern and Western religions. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # HUMN241 — Media’s Effect On U.S. Culture HUMN 241 - Media’s Effect On U.S. Culture HUMN 241 - Media’s Effect On U.S. Culture Examines the mass media as it reflects and influences the attitudes, values, and behaviors that shape American cultures. The course considers the functions of mass media in society and its effects on the individual in the culture. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS131 — Introduction To Human Services HUMS 131 - Introduction To Human Services HUMS 131 - Introduction To Human Services Introduces the basic roles and responsibilities of the human services professional and the historical development of the field. Covers ethical practice, advocacy, cultural competence, models of service delivery, and career development. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS140 — Ethical Practice HUMS 140 - Ethical Practice HUMS 140 - Ethical Practice Introduces the basic ethical principles for human service professionals and identifies common ethical dilemmas providers encounter in their work. Emphasis is placed on thinking critically about ethical concerns as students start to develop their own professional values and how these values support ethical behavior. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS145 — Understanding Human Diversity HUMS 145 - Understanding Human Diversity HUMS 145 - Understanding Human Diversity Introduces the topic of cultural competency to human service professionals. Concepts such as intersectionality, oppression, and health disparities are discussed. Aspects of human diversity, such as sex, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, and ability status are examined. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS164 — Mental Health First Aid HUMS 164 - Mental Health First Aid HUMS 164 - Mental Health First Aid Introduces the skills and steps needed to identify, assess, and respond to individuals experiencing acute psychological distress or chronic mental health conditions, including substance use disorders. Covers how to respond in crisis and non-crisis situations. Additional topics include person-first language, the spectrum of mental health conditions, mental health interventions, the value of early intervention, and the importance of maintaining one’s own mental health. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS165 — Clinical Skills HUMS 165 - Clinical Skills HUMS 165 - Clinical Skills Introduces the clinical skills needed for human service practice. Topics include listening and interviewing skills, developing culturally-affirming working relationships, learning how to begin and end meetings, assessing readiness and motivation to change, establishing treatment goals, developing skills for working with challenges and setbacks, learning how to write clinical documentation, and knowing the steps to making referrals. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS166 — Crisis Intervention HUMS 166 - Crisis Intervention HUMS 166 - Crisis Intervention Introduces theories of crisis intervention and how to identify, assess, and intervene when responding to crisis situations. Covers crises related to harm to self, harm to others, acculturation, racism, relationship endings, death, military service, gun violence, sexual assault, child abuse, sexual health and sexuality, substance use, aging, and physical illness. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: HUMS164 --- # HUMS210 — Drugs And Their Effects HUMS 210 - Drugs And Their Effects HUMS 210 - Drugs And Their Effects Provides an introduction to pharmacology and the physiological and psychological effects of drugs. Covers the classification of psychoactive drugs, the physiology of addiction, and the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS231 — Human Services: Policies & Politics HUMS 231 - Human Services: Policies & Politics HUMS 231 - Human Services: Policies & Politics Analyzes the political process involved in the formulation of social welfare from a historical point of view. Federal, state, and local programs will be examined in terms of the professional knowledge and skills required to affect human services program planning and delivery. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS232 — Counseling For Life Change And Loss HUMS 232 - Counseling For Life Change And Loss HUMS 232 - Counseling For Life Change And Loss Examines change and loss across the lifespan and introduces interventions for human service providers as they support clients through the different phases and changes of life. Covers loss related to adverse childhood experiences, infertility, developmental differences, physical health, parental expectations, abuse, financial instability, romantic relationships, work and retirement, suicide, and independence. Interventions including meaning-making, play therapy, mindfulness, Person-Centered Approaches… Prerequisites: HUMS165 --- # HUMS233 — Substance Use Counseling HUMS 233 - Substance Use Counseling HUMS 233 - Substance Use Counseling Introduces the field of substance use counseling, including theories, assessment tools, and interventions used in treatment. Covers the diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders, the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) standards for treatment placement, counselor competence and credentialing, and considerations for treatment providers when working with diverse populations. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # HUMS234 — Croup Counseling HUMS 234 - Croup Counseling HUMS 234 - Croup Counseling Introduces the theory and practice of group counseling. Skills needed to facilitate groups are discussed and practiced. Factors affecting group dynamics and stages of group development, and ethical and multicultural considerations are examined. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: HUMS165 --- # HUMS290 — Fieldwork I HUMS 290 - Fieldwork I HUMS 290 - Fieldwork I Provides an opportunity to apply course content and clinical skills by completing 160 hours of supervised fieldwork in a human service agency. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: HUMS131, HUMS140, HUMS145, HUMS164, HUMS165, HUMS166 --- # HUMS295 — Fieldwork II HUMS 295 - Fieldwork II HUMS 295 - Fieldwork II Provides further opportunity to enhance clinical skills and gain experience by completing 160 hours of supervised fieldwork in a human service agency. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: HUMS290 --- # ITCP101 — IT Fundamentals ITCP 101 - IT Fundamentals ITCP 101 - IT Fundamentals Acquaints students with foundational skills to explore a career in information technology by learning essential computer hardware components and specifications, operating systems, the basics of common computing devices, operating systems, databases, applications, internet, networking and online security. Students will also have an opportunity for in-depth, self-directed exploration of various career fields in information technology. (PCS 1.6, 0.5 - 3 credit hours - 0.5 - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ITEC132 — Introduction to Computer Networking ITEC 132 - Introduction to Computer Networking ITEC 132 - Introduction to Computer Networking Analyzes requirements and expectations for entry level information technology positions. Students will document their knowledge, skills, and abilities, and also identify areas where personal and professional development is needed for their particular goals. Individualized plans are developed to ensure choices about certification and course selection, while outside studies are coordinated to meet career entry goals. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ITEC142 — Operating Systems ITEC 142 - Operating Systems ITEC 142 - Operating Systems Provides detailed coverage of operating system installation and configuration. The class is targeted for individuals who plan to provide technical support of operating systems, particularly those responsible for installing and maintaining Windows operating systems. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC154 --- # ITEC148 — Physical Network Installation ITEC 148 - Physical Network Installation ITEC 148 - Physical Network Installation Provides an introduction to physical layer networking technologies. Physical network infrastructure, electronic hardware, and troubleshooting are introduced. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ITEC154 — PC Servicing ITEC 154 - PC Servicing ITEC 154 - PC Servicing Covers personal computer hardware systems, devices, and peripherals. Emphasis is on the diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and upgrading of PCs. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # ITEC160 — Cisco Networking I ITEC 160 - Cisco Networking I ITEC 160 - Cisco Networking I Explores the essential concepts of Ethernet networks and Internet Protocol (IP) addressing. Develops basic Cisco switch and router configuration, management, and troubleshooting skills. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ITEC200 — Linux And UNIX Operating Systems ITEC 200 - Linux And UNIX Operating Systems ITEC 200 - Linux And UNIX Operating Systems Covers the fundamental commands and utilities used in the Linux and UNIX operating systems. Emphasis is placed on becoming proficient at the UNIX command line. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # ITEC223 — Windows Network Configuration ITEC 223 - Windows Network Configuration ITEC 223 - Windows Network Configuration Covers planning, deployment, and configuration of Windows Server operating systems and core services. Focuses on essential skills needed for single server deployments. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC224 --- # ITEC224 — PowerShell For Active Directory ITEC 224 - PowerShell For Active Directory ITEC 224 - PowerShell For Active Directory Covers the use of PowerShell to manage Microsoft’s Active Directory Services. Topics include Active Directory Services architecture, programming, planning, domains, and schema. Emphasis is placed on the design and implementation of Active Directory Services. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC223 --- # ITEC244 — Network Security ITEC 244 - Network Security ITEC 244 - Network Security Covers security concepts, communications security, infrastructure security, cryptography, and operational/organizational security. Includes foundations needed for deeper studies in network security. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC160 --- # ITEC246 — Penetration Testing ITEC 246 - Penetration Testing ITEC 246 - Penetration Testing Analyzes the tools and the penetration testing methodologies to better understand how to protect computer networks. Students will gain knowledge of footprinting and social engineering, port scanning, hacking web servers and wireless networks, and protecting networks with security devices. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC142, ITEC160 --- # ITEC247 — Live Response And Forensics ITEC 247 - Live Response And Forensics ITEC 247 - Live Response And Forensics Covers preparation and response for network and computer security events. Students learn to collect baseline information and develop procedures in anticipation of and reaction to damaging security events. Emphasis is placed on investigating events in ways that minimize impact on potential evidence. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC160 --- # ITEC249 — Wireshark Packet Analysis ITEC 249 - Wireshark Packet Analysis ITEC 249 - Wireshark Packet Analysis Covers the capture and interpretation of network packets. Emphasis placed on recognizing routine traffic while searching for faulty or suspicious packets. Also addresses how to use packet analysis for general network troubleshooting. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC160 --- # ITEC250 — Risk Assessment And Documentation ITEC 250 - Risk Assessment And Documentation ITEC 250 - Risk Assessment And Documentation Introduces students to tools and techniques for enumerating network resources for documentation and risk management. Includes creation of comprehensive and professional documentation of operating systems, services, configurations, network hardware, licensing, and compliance with other external standards. Emphasis is placed on prioritization and based on levels of risk posed to the organization. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC142, ITEC160 --- # ITEC260 — Cisco Networking II ITEC 260 - Cisco Networking II ITEC 260 - Cisco Networking II Covers concepts and commands required to configure Cisco routers in internetworks. The configuration information necessary to work with Cisco routers will be covered. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC160 --- # ITEC265 — Wireless Networks ITEC 265 - Wireless Networks ITEC 265 - Wireless Networks Introduces students to WiFi network design, installation, management, servicing, and security in an enterprise environment. Emphasis is placed on the design of complex issues that extend beyond single access point deployments. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ITEC160 --- # ITEC271 — Computer Network & System Internship ITEC 271 - Computer Network & System Internship ITEC 271 - Computer Network & System Internship Provides a work-based learning experience in the area of computer information technology. Students receive classroom instruction on resume writing, job seeking skills, professional behavior, ethics, and safety. 0 or higher, and a grade of C or better in ITEC 142, ITEC 154, and ITEC 160. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: ITEC142, ITEC154, ITEC160 --- # JOBS110 — Job Seeking Skills JOBS 110 - Job Seeking Skills JOBS 110 - Job Seeking Skills s students organize and execute job seeking activities; improves job seeking skills through search of job resources, disclosure of employer expectations, hints about completing job applications, methods needed to obtain and conduct effective job interviews. The course content is such that the student may gain increased depth of knowledge and skill through repetition. Therefore, this course is repeatable three times. This course is a variable credit course. The amount of credit awarded shall be one or two credit hours each time the st… --- # JOBS111 — Identifying Career Interests JOBS 111 - Identifying Career Interests JOBS 111 - Identifying Career Interests Teaches students how to compare their skills, values, and personalities to specific careers and occupations. Considerable emphasis will be placed on personal assessment including Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and Strong Interest Inventory to identify current career interests and areas for development. This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credit hours. (PCS 1.4, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # JOBS132 — Targeting The Job Market JOBS 132 - Targeting The Job Market JOBS 132 - Targeting The Job Market Improves job seeking skills through search of job resources; disclosure of employer expectations; and strategies for completing job applications, resumes, and business letters. This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credit hours. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # JOBS133 — Job Seeking Skills JOBS 133 - Job Seeking Skills JOBS 133 - Job Seeking Skills Focuses on the skills necessary to organize and execute a job search. Studies networking, job sources, employment interviewing, and negotiating job offers. This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credit hours. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LAND130 — Intro To Landscape Architecture LAND 130 - Intro To Landscape Architecture LAND 130 - Intro To Landscape Architecture Provides an overview of the field of landscape architecture. Topics include historical landscape influences, landscape aesthetics, cultural and philosophical considerations, technical and legal aspects, and landscape architecture as a profession. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LITT134 — Shakespeare’s Tragedies LITT 134 - Shakespeare’s Tragedies LITT 134 - Shakespeare’s Tragedies (IAI: H3 905) Covers six of the eleven tragedies by William Shakespeare. The course encourages the student to develop an appreciation of Shakespeare, his people, their language, and their lives. Emphasis is on the social, literary, and tragic qualities and conventions of the plays, based on readings, discussion, lecture, literary criticism, and recorded performances. Specific elements for study and discussion include dramatic elements, literary techniques, Elizabethan society, and universal themes. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours… --- # LITT135 — Women In Literature LITT 135 - Women In Literature LITT 135 - Women In Literature (IAI: H3 911D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Covers multicultural literature written by and about women. Investigates attitudes toward women’s roles in the family, the workplace, and other relationships throughout the life stages, relating social, political, and psychological influences of many cultures. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LITT136 — Mythology LITT 136 - Mythology LITT 136 - Mythology (IAI: H9 901) Explores the main Greco-Roman myths and their relationship to modern age. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LITT140 — Children’s Literature LITT 140 - Children’s Literature LITT 140 - Children’s Literature (IAI: H3 918) Analyzes literature written for children – toddler through the middle school years. Analysis includes genres, authors/illustrators, issues, trends, formal and thematic elements, and other related topics. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LITT144 — Eastern Mythology - Red Sky Heroes LITT 144 - Eastern Mythology - Red Sky Heroes LITT 144 - Eastern Mythology - Red Sky Heroes (IAI: H9 901) Explores ancient and feudal Eastern culture and the present relevance of the hero pattern in myths of Japan, China, and India. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LITT145 — African-American Literature Themes LITT 145 - African-American Literature Themes LITT 145 - African-American Literature Themes Introduces literature written by and about African Americans from the 18th Century to the present. Students will study the literature to appreciate themes unique to African American experience and culture. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LITT150 — Film As Literature LITT 150 - Film As Literature LITT 150 - Film As Literature Introduces the history and aesthetics of motion pictures as well as filmmaking techniques. Examines film’s strengths as a storytelling medium, including an emphasis on the nature of adapting other forms of literature into the medium of film. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LITT200 — Comic Books As Literature LITT 200 - Comic Books As Literature LITT 200 - Comic Books As Literature Introduces the medium of comics and explores its techniques in combining words and pictures to tell a story. Explores the literary potential of stories told through sequential art. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # LITT233 — Literature Of Non-Western Cultures LITT 233 - Literature Of Non-Western Cultures LITT 233 - Literature Of Non-Western Cultures (IAI: H3 908N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Introduces the classical literary works of China, Japan, India, Africa, and the Middle East and examines representative modern writers. Explores the uniquely non-Western qualities of history, the religion, and culture as reflected in the literature. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # LITT234 — Multicultural American Literature LITT 234 - Multicultural American Literature LITT 234 - Multicultural American Literature (IAI: H3 910D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Introduces the contemporary multicultural American literature works of African-American, Hispanic-American, Asian-American, Native-American, and recent immigrant cultures. An examination of these works will invite students to explore and appreciate multicultural ideas and values. As a result of this multicultural experience, students will come to understand the importance of remaining open to and interested in others. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hour… Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # LITT235 — American Literature I LITT 235 - American Literature I LITT 235 - American Literature I (IAI: H3 914) (Fall Semester Only) Traces American literature from Colonial times through Romantic and Symbolic writers of the first half of the 19th century. Students will examine literature as related to the historical, social, political, religious and economic backgrounds of American culture. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # LITT236 — American Literature II LITT 236 - American Literature II LITT 236 - American Literature II (IAI: H3 915) (Spring Semester Only) Focuses on the writings of the more modern authors of the 19th century to the works of contemporary writers. Explores literature as related to historical, social, political, religious and economic contexts of American experience. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # LITT241 — British Literature I LITT 241 - British Literature I LITT 241 - British Literature I (IAI: H3 912) (Fall Semester Only) Examines British literature from its beginnings in Old English to the end of the eighteenth century. Places literature in a political and social context through an analysis of the historical events surrounding it. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # LITT242 — British Literature II LITT 242 - British Literature II LITT 242 - British Literature II (IAI: H3 913) (Spring Semester Only) Examines British literature from the beginning of the nineteenth century to the modern era. Places literature in a political and social context through an analysis of the historical events surrounding it. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ENGL131 --- # LMGT201 — Legal Compliance LMGT 201 - Legal Compliance LMGT 201 - Legal Compliance Provides instruction in topics related to human capital in organizations for effective programs and operations. Topics may include risk management and security, human resources and related law and regulations, information security, e-compliance, work systems, integrity, job training programs, and records management. Pass/Fail grades will be given. (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # LMGT202 — Records Compliance LMGT 202 - Records Compliance LMGT 202 - Records Compliance Provides instruction in topics related to individuals’ information and records. Topics may include risk management and security, human resources and related law and regulations, information security, e-compliance, work systems, integrity, job training programs, and records management. Pass/Fail grades will be given. (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0.5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MATH11A — Prealgebra I MATH 11A - Prealgebra I MATH 11A - Prealgebra I Develops the arithmetic of real numbers: including computations of whole numbers, integers, and fractions. (PCS 1.4, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MATH11B — Prealgebra II MATH 11B - Prealgebra II MATH 11B - Prealgebra II Develops the arithmetic of decimal numbers; uses ratios, proportions, and percents to solve real-life problems; reviews measurement and practical geometry emphasizing applications to perimeter, area, volume and surface area of common geometric figures; and integrates the use of graphing calculator technology. (PCS 1.4, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH11A --- # MATH031 — College Algebra Support MATH 031 - College Algebra Support MATH 031 - College Algebra Support Presents Taught concurrently with MATH 131 - College Algebra by integrating course content with instruction in the reading/learning/critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance of MATH 131 - College Algebra course work. These skills will assist with finding algebraic and graphical solutions of linear and non-linear equations and inequalities and their applications; functions and graphs; ratio, proportion, and variation; theory of equations; algebraic functions; logarithmic and exponential functions; systems… Prerequisites: MATH131 --- # MATH038 — General Education Math Support MATH 038 - General Education Math Support MATH 038 - General Education Math Support Presents Taught concurrently with MATH 138 - General Education Mathematics by integrating course content with instruction in the reading/learning/critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance of MATH 038 - General Education Mathematics course work. These skills will assist with using mathematical reasoning to solve real-life problems and increasing mathematical confidence through in-depth study of four topics: logic and set theory, modeling with functions, consumer mathematics, and counting tec… Prerequisites: MATH138 --- # MATH045 — Statistics Support MATH 045 - Statistics Support MATH 045 - Statistics Support Presents Taught concurrently with MATH 145 - General Education Statistics by integrating course content with instruction in the reading/learning/critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance of MATH 145 - General Education Statistics course work. These skills will assist with the collection, organization, and interpretation of both univariate and bivariate quantitative data using graphical and numerical descriptive methods; developing necessary sampling distribution theory through computer simulation and actual experi… Prerequisites: MATH145 --- # MATH111 — Prealgebra MATH 111 - Prealgebra MATH 111 - Prealgebra Develops the arithmetic of real numbers; uses ratios, proportions, and percents to solve real-life problems; reviews measurement and practical geometry emphasizing applications to perimeter, area and volume of common geometric figures; integrates the use of graphing calculator technology. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.4, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MATH112 — Elementary Algebra MATH 112 - Elementary Algebra MATH 112 - Elementary Algebra Presents a review of real numbers and teaches basic operations on algebraic expressions. Students will solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable including applications; work with linear equations in two variables and graph their equations; construct equations of a straight line; and solve systems of linear equations in two variables including applications. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.4, 4 credit hours - 4… Prerequisites: MATH111, MATH11B --- # MATH113 — Plane Geometry MATH 113 - Plane Geometry MATH 113 - Plane Geometry Presents lines and angles, methods of proof, triangles, polygons, congruence and similarity, circles, regular polygons and the circle, and constructions. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH112 --- # MATH114 — Technical Math for Allied Health MATH 114 - Technical Math for Allied Health MATH 114 - Technical Math for Allied Health Provides practical background in mathematics required for technical curricula associated with careers in health care. Reviews computational fundamentals and emphasizes problem solving that requires unit analysis, measurement systems conversions, terminology, and abbreviations. A calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH111, MATH11B --- # MATH116 — Intermediate Algebra MATH 116 - Intermediate Algebra MATH 116 - Intermediate Algebra Presents rules of exponents including scientific notation; all operations of polynomials; factoring, solving quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and use of the quadratic formula; simplification of rational exponents, roots, and radicals; operations on rational algebraic expressions; solving rational, absolute value, and radical equations, and their respective applications; and solving equations graphically. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics… Prerequisites: MATH112 --- # MATH122 — Technology-Integrated Math MATH 122 - Technology-Integrated Math MATH 122 - Technology-Integrated Math Presents mathematics in the practical context of industries such as process operations technology, drafting, engineering technology, and automotive technology. Students develop study skills in math including review of arithmetic skills as they apply to career problems. The course covers fractions, rounding, scientific notation, decimal fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, averages, estimates, graphic representation, basic operations on algebraic expressions, solving linear equations in one and two variables, g… --- # MATH124 — Health Sciences-Integrated Math MATH 124 - Health Sciences-Integrated Math MATH 124 - Health Sciences-Integrated Math Presents mathematics in the practical context of the health sciences, and provides a practical background in mathematics required for the health care field. Develops study skills in math including a review of arithmetic skills as they apply to career problems. Presents computational fundamentals and problem solving that requires unit analysis, measurement system conversions, terminology, and abbreviations. Also covers fractions, rounding, scientific notation, decimal fractions, ratios, proportions, percentag… --- # MATH125 — Technical Math I MATH 125 - Technical Math I MATH 125 - Technical Math I Provides practical background in mathematics required for technical curricula. The course reviews fundamentals of algebra, applied geometry, and right-triangle trigonometry including algebraic expressions and operations, equations, exponents, radicals, units of measure, formulas, approximate numbers and calculator operations. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH112, MATH122, TM-003 --- # MATH129 — Business Mathematics MATH 129 - Business Mathematics MATH 129 - Business Mathematics Explores mathematical topics as they bear upon accounting, economics, finance, measurement, and merchandising. Designed for students in certain business and related disciplines. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH111, MATH11B --- # MATH131 — College Algebra MATH 131 - College Algebra MATH 131 - College Algebra Presents algebraic and graphical solutions of linear and non-linear equations and inequalities and their applications; functions and graphs; ratio, proportion, and variation; theory of equations; algebraic functions; logarithmic and exponential functions; systems of linear and non-linear equations; matrices and determinants and their applications. Integrates graphing calculator technology into the learning process. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommen… Prerequisites: MATH116 --- # MATH132 — Trigonometry MATH 132 - Trigonometry MATH 132 - Trigonometry Presents trigonometric functions, the right triangle, fundamental identities, angular measure, variation and graphs of the trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH131 --- # MATH134 — Pre-Calculus MATH 134 - Pre-Calculus MATH 134 - Pre-Calculus Presents operations on algebraic expressions, first and second degree equations and inequalities, systems of equations and inequalities, functions and graphing, theory of equations, mathematical induction, binomial expansion, ratio and proportion, trigonometric functions, graphing of trigonometric functions, radian measure, trigonometric identities and equations, logarithms, solution of right and oblique triangles, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers, polar and parametric equations. A graphing calculator is required for this course.… Prerequisites: MATH116 --- # MATH138 — General Education Mathematics MATH 138 - General Education Mathematics MATH 138 - General Education Mathematics (IAI: M1 904) Provides the opportunity for students to use mathematical reasoning to solve real-life problems and increase mathematical confidence through in-depth study of four topics. Emphasis will be placed on conceptual understanding, problem solving, and analysis rather than on routine mechanics. Technology, including calculators and computers, will be used when appropriate to support the learning process. Topics covered will consist of logic and set theory, modeling with functions, consumer mathematics, an… Prerequisites: MATH116, TM-002, TM-001 --- # MATH142 — Math For Elementary Teachers I MATH 142 - Math For Elementary Teachers I MATH 142 - Math For Elementary Teachers I Provides (as the first of a two-course sequence) prospective elementary school teachers with a deep and fundamental understanding of number and operations. Use of age-appropriate microcomputer technology as well as non-technical manipulatives is embedded in the course content. Emphasizes problem-solving strategies, numeration systems, operations with real numbers, percentages, number theory and algebraic thinking. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH116, MATH113 --- # MATH145 — General Education Statistics MATH 145 - General Education Statistics MATH 145 - General Education Statistics (IAI: M1 902) Examines the collection, organization and interpretation of both univariate and bivariate quantitative data using graphical and numerical descriptive methods; develops necessary sampling distribution theory through computer simulation and actual experimentation; provides the opportunity to design and carry out real experiments to estimate unknown population parameters and to test hypotheses about those parameters. Emphasizes the use of microcomputers and calculators to perform analyses throughout the… Prerequisites: MATH116, TM-002, TM-001 --- # MATH152 — Math For Elementary Teachers II MATH 152 - Math For Elementary Teachers II MATH 152 - Math For Elementary Teachers II (IAI: M1 903) Provides (as the second of a two-course sequence) prospective elementary school teachers with a deep and fundamental understanding of geometry and measurement, data analysis, introductory statistics and probability, and proof and justification. Use of age-appropriate calculator and microcomputer technology as well as non-technical manipulatives is embedded in the course content. Emphasizes basic concepts of probability, data, statistics, and geometry. Fulfills the Illinois Transferable General… Prerequisites: MATH142 --- # MATH165 — Calculus for Busn & Social Science MATH 165 - Calculus for Busn & Social Science MATH 165 - Calculus for Busn & Social Science (IAI: M1 900-B) Introduces calculus as it is applied to business, economics, the behavioral sciences, the social sciences, biology and medicine. For students planning to major in these areas rather than in mathematics, engineering, physics or chemistry. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH131, MATH113 --- # MATH171 — Calculus And Analytic Geometry I MATH 171 - Calculus And Analytic Geometry I MATH 171 - Calculus And Analytic Geometry I (IAI: M1 900-1, MTH 901) Presents straight lines, functions, the derivative, limits and continuity, mean value theorem, chain rule, curve sketching, implicit differentiation, related rates, applications of differentiation, antiderivatives, introduction to integration, areas by integration and numerical methods. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.1, 5 credit hours - 5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH132, MATH134, MATH113 --- # MATH172 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry II MATH 172 - Calculus & Analytic Geometry II MATH 172 - Calculus & Analytic Geometry II (IAI: M1 900-2, MTH 902) Examines velocity and net change, areas between curves and volume by integration, arc lengths, surface area, physical application of integration, differentiation and integration of exponential and logarithmic functions, hyperbolic functions, integration techniques, numerical integration, improper integrals, conic sections, infinite series, Taylor series, parametric and polar equations, operations on vectors in two and three dimensions, and lines and planes in space. A graphing calcul… Prerequisites: MATH171 --- # MATH235 — Statistics MATH 235 - Statistics MATH 235 - Statistics (IAI: M1 902, BUS 901) Examines basic concepts of statistical analysis used in decision making in business, social and life sciences, including probability and how uncertainty is dealt with in real life. Includes assembly and summarization of data, measures of central tendency and variability, probability theory, discrete and continuous probability distributions, estimation, one- and two-sample hypothesis testing for means and proportions, correlation regression analysis, multiple regression, chi-square, and one-way analysis of variance. Integrates… Prerequisites: MATH131 --- # MATH271 — Calculus And Analytic Geometry III MATH 271 - Calculus And Analytic Geometry III MATH 271 - Calculus And Analytic Geometry III (IAI: M1 900-3, MTH 903) Presents vector-valued functions in two and three dimensions, quadratic surfaces, partial differentiation involving functions of several variables, directional derivatives and gradient, double and triple integrals, integrals in cylindrical and spherical coordinates, centroids, vector fields, line integrals, surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, and Stoke’s Theorem. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department fo… Prerequisites: MATH172 --- # MATH272 — Differential Equations MATH 272 - Differential Equations MATH 272 - Differential Equations (IAI Major: MTH 912) Introduces ordinary differential equations and their applications. Included are first and higher order differential equations, homogeneous linear and non-linear equations, systems of linear differential equations, numerical approximations, power series solutions, and Laplace transforms. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH271 --- # MATH274 — Linear Algebra MATH 274 - Linear Algebra MATH 274 - Linear Algebra (IAI Major: MTH 911) Introduces abstract mathematics and provides useful applications outside mathematics. Includes vectors; operations on matrices; matrices; inverse of a matrix; solution of systems of linear equations; rank of a matrix; vector spaces and subspaces; linear dependence and independence; basis and dimension; linear transformations; sums, composites, and inverses of linear transformations; range and kernel of a linear transformation; orthogonality; and proofs. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the Co… Prerequisites: MATH172 --- # MCOM125 — Introduction To Broadcast Operations MCOM 125 - Introduction To Broadcast Operations MCOM 125 - Introduction To Broadcast Operations Provides students experience with basic techniques, disciplines, and theories used in producing, writing, and performing, for both radio and television. Studio equipment, materials, and their functions will be explored. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations will be addressed. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # MCOM130 — Introduction To Video Production MCOM 130 - Introduction To Video Production MCOM 130 - Introduction To Video Production (IAI Major: MC 916) Introduces multi-camera production. Includes terminology, conceptualization, basic script writing, audio board operations, and lighting in studio and remote settings. Basic functions of non-linear editing will also be addressed. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # MCOM131 — Introduction To Broadcasting MCOM 131 - Introduction To Broadcasting MCOM 131 - Introduction To Broadcasting (IAI Major: MC 914) (Fall Semester Only) Surveys the role and effects of the broadcasting and cable industry. Emphasizes historical development, media regulations, terminology, programming, and career opportunities. Studies all basic equipment used in broadcasting and telecasting. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM136 --- # MCOM132 — Introduction To Mass Communications MCOM 132 - Introduction To Mass Communications MCOM 132 - Introduction To Mass Communications (IAI Major: MC 911) Provides an overview of the nature, functions, and responsibilities of the mass communication industries in a global environment with an emphasis on the media’s role in American society. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MCOM134 — News Writing MCOM 134 - News Writing MCOM 134 - News Writing (IAI Major: MC 919) Emphasizes writing under newsroom conditions and techniques appropriate to various news and feature stories. Students learn techniques of news gathering, interviewing, and reporting. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MCOM136 — Basic Announcing MCOM 136 - Basic Announcing MCOM 136 - Basic Announcing (IAI Major: MC 918) (Fall Semester Only) Studies theory and practice of speaking, applied to broadcasting in all phases of announcing. A study of methods of preparing and announcing news, sports, weather and features (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM131 --- # MCOM138 — Audio Podcasting MCOM 138 - Audio Podcasting MCOM 138 - Audio Podcasting Introduces the uses and practical applications of sound for multimedia. Students will learn to create and edit podcasts and publish them to free podcast hosting and social media sites using free or inexpensive hardware and software. Course covers both Mac and PC applications and current legalities of digital media. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MCOM145 — Broadcast Writing MCOM 145 - Broadcast Writing MCOM 145 - Broadcast Writing (IAI Major: MC 917) (Spring Semester Only) Emphasizes writing for visual and audio presentations, including continuity, commercials, public service announcements, news, and special events. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MCOM150 — Introduction To Audio Production MCOM 150 - Introduction To Audio Production MCOM 150 - Introduction To Audio Production (IAI Major: MC 915) Introduces audio production techniques and equipment operation. Includes terminology, basic script writing, editing, producing commercials, public service announcements, and news casting in a studio setting. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MCOM154 — Basic Announcing & Interviewing MCOM 154 - Basic Announcing & Interviewing MCOM 154 - Basic Announcing & Interviewing (Spring Semester Only) Offers practical on-the-job training in campus-radio station WLCA. Semiprofessional interview development techniques covered. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM131, MCOM136 --- # MCOM160 — Introduction To Advertising MCOM 160 - Introduction To Advertising MCOM 160 - Introduction To Advertising Includes the role of advertising in integrated marketing communications, consumer behavior, creative strategies, and types of media. Integrated into the course are practical application. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MCOM230 — Advanced Video Production MCOM 230 - Advanced Video Production MCOM 230 - Advanced Video Production Teaches video production techniques for remote and studio production. A continuation of MCOM 130 Introduction to Video Production. Students will shoot and edit independent programs outside the class, as well as work on team projects in class. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM130 --- # MCOM238 — Video Podcasting MCOM 238 - Video Podcasting MCOM 238 - Video Podcasting Introduces the uses and practical applications of audio and video to create multimedia podcasts. Students will learn to create and edit video podcasts and publish them to podcast hosting and social media sites using both Mac and PC applications. The course also covers the current legalities of digital media. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM138 --- # MCOM245 — Radio News MCOM 245 - Radio News MCOM 245 - Radio News Expands radio news in the area of investigation, actuality development, coverage, and newscast structure. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM145 --- # MCOM250 — Advanced Audio Production MCOM 250 - Advanced Audio Production MCOM 250 - Advanced Audio Production Studies techniques of creative radio production. Students experience development of station imaging for various program formats. Course focuses on creating sweepers, jingles, promos, creative commercials, and underwriting announcements. Students will learn advanced commands in Pro Tools non-linear editing software. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM150 --- # MCOM255 — Intermediate Announcing MCOM 255 - Intermediate Announcing MCOM 255 - Intermediate Announcing (Fall Semester Only) Offers practical “on the job” training at a college radio station. Specialized positions in traffic, production and news departments with actual “on the air” program responsibilities. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM154 --- # MCOM256 — Mass Communications Portfolio MCOM 256 - Mass Communications Portfolio MCOM 256 - Mass Communications Portfolio (Spring Semester Only) Offers final training and review to prepare for an internship or employment in mass communications. Students will review all phases of the Mass Communications curriculum and will develop a portfolio that focuses on the area of the field in which they plan to seek employment. Job seeking skills including resume and cover letter writing will be covered. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: MCOM255 --- # MCOM271 — Media Internship MCOM 271 - Media Internship MCOM 271 - Media Internship Offers on the job training at a local media company or with a company needing students with media skills. Various areas of media are examined. Students will specialize in the area in which they chose to seek employment. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab - 240 hours must be worked.) Prerequisites: MCOM256 --- # MCOM280 — Topics In Media MCOM 280 - Topics In Media MCOM 280 - Topics In Media Provides intensive experience for broadcasting students or practicing professionals. Topics are selected by the instructor and the student to meet individual student needs. This course is variable credit and is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be two to four credit hours each time the student successfully completes the course. The maximum total number of elective credits that may be used towards a degree shall be sixteen credits. (PCS 1.2, 2-4 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 6-15 hours lab) --- # MEDA120 — Pathophysiology I MEDA 120 - Pathophysiology I MEDA 120 - Pathophysiology I Provides a comprehensive study of the structure and function of major organs, related medical terminology, commonly prescribed medications, common diseases, and diagnostic testing associated with the systems. Students are introduced to terminology used in various medical specialties as well as common medical abbreviations and symbols. In addition, students are introduced to anatomy and physiology through the study of cell and tissue structure and function, the musculoskeletal system, the integumentary system, cardiovascular system, and… --- # MEDA130 — Pharmacology for Medical Assistants MEDA 130 - Pharmacology for Medical Assistants MEDA 130 - Pharmacology for Medical Assistants Introduces concepts and applications of pharmacological principles. Focuses on drug classifications, principles and procedures of medication administration, calculation of drug problems, and medicolegal responsibilities of the medical assistant. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: MEDA140 --- # MEDA140 — Clinical Medical Assisting Skills I MEDA 140 - Clinical Medical Assisting Skills I MEDA 140 - Clinical Medical Assisting Skills I Introduces practices, procedures, and routines of the medical office assistant and the medical office assistant’s role in preparation for examination and treatment of the patient throughout the lifespan. This course prepares the student for basic clinical office practice including: taking vital signs; assisting with mobility; identification, sterilization, and disinfection; asepsis and OSHA Standards; bandaging and wound care; assisting with minor office surgeries; eye and ear assessment and procedur… Prerequisites: MEDA120 --- # MEDA170 — Medical Office Procedures MEDA 170 - Medical Office Procedures MEDA 170 - Medical Office Procedures Presents the methods and procedures needed to work in a medical office. Includes medical ethics and law, correspondence, patient billing and collection systems, and medical office software. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # MEDA171 — Health Insurance and EHR MEDA 171 - Health Insurance and EHR MEDA 171 - Health Insurance and EHR Provides an overview of medical insurance programs, electronic health records (EHR), managed care, accountable care, and the skills needed in preparing and submitting insurance claims. Includes pre-certifying and verifying insurance eligibility for patients. Introduces students to the use of electronic health and medical records including management, retrieval, and retention of the health record. Provides hands-on experience with data entry and the use of electronic medical databases. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours le… --- # MEDA220 — Pathophysiology II MEDA 220 - Pathophysiology II MEDA 220 - Pathophysiology II Provides a comprehensive study of the study of the structure and function of major organs, related medical terminology, commonly prescribed medications, common diseases, and diagnostic testing associated with the systems. Students are introduced to terminology used in various medical specialties as well as common medical abbreviations and symbols. Students are introduced to anatomy and physiology through the study of respiratory, digestive, special senses, endocrine, male and female reproductive, lymphatic, and blood systems. (PCS 1.… Prerequisites: MEDA120 --- # MEDA240 — Clinical Medical Assisting Skills II MEDA 240 - Clinical Medical Assisting Skills II MEDA 240 - Clinical Medical Assisting Skills II Continues practices, procedures, and routines of the medical office assistant and the medical office assistant’s role in preparation for examination and treatment of the patient throughout the lifespan. This course also provides instruction in basic routine laboratory procedures, phlebotomy, and the proper techniques required for collection, handling, and examination of laboratory specimens often encountered in the ambulatory care setting. The student will be introduced to the electrocardiogram (EK… Prerequisites: MEDA140 --- # MEDA250 — Medical Assisting Exam Review MEDA 250 - Medical Assisting Exam Review MEDA 250 - Medical Assisting Exam Review Prepare for the Registered Medical Assistant (American Medical Technologists) credentialing exam. Includes content review of medical assisting courses with emphasis on test-taking strategies and study techniques. This course will provide instruction for resume preparation, job search procedures, interviewing skills, and portfolio preparation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MEDA260 — Medical Assisting Externship MEDA 260 - Medical Assisting Externship MEDA 260 - Medical Assisting Externship Provides the student with a work-based learning experience that utilizes skills learned in program coursework and provides the application of those skills in a physician’s office or other ambulatory setting. Students work 10 hours per week and meet with the instructor one hour per week. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 15 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: MEDA240 --- # MGMT131 — Management For Small Business MGMT 131 - Management For Small Business MGMT 131 - Management For Small Business Explores the core principles of management as they apply to small businesses. Teaches effective leadership, organizational structure, decision-making processes, human resource management, and operational strategies. Emphasizes practical skills and strategies needed to manage and lead small businesses successfully. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MGMT237 — Fundamentals Of Management MGMT 237 - Fundamentals Of Management MGMT 237 - Fundamentals Of Management Explores effective management practices as they apply throughout an organization. Scientific work management, classical organization management, goal setting, planning, organizing, controlling, motivation, work groups, the informal organization, leadership, conflict, organizational design, change and management science. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MGMT242 — Human Resource Management MGMT 242 - Human Resource Management MGMT 242 - Human Resource Management Covers personnel policy, recruiting, interviewing, testing, selection, remuneration, operational training, executive development, job evaluations, labor relations, employee needs and benefits and personnel research. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MGMT244 — Operations Management MGMT 244 - Operations Management MGMT 244 - Operations Management Covers business management principles relating to a production or service enterprise. Includes: organization, control, details of job and process systems, budgeting, cost analysis of facilities, locations as they depend on transportation, access to markets and raw materials, utilities costs, and topics related to employee morale and motivation. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MGMT245 — Financial Management MGMT 245 - Financial Management MGMT 245 - Financial Management (Fall Semester Only; Evening Sections Only) Analyzes the professional responsibilities of the financial manager. Cash management, cash budgeting, capital budgeting, long and short-term financing, debt and equity alternatives, cost of capital, leverage, liquidity, solvency and profitability. Financial institutions and capital markets are viewed as resources for the financial manager. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: ACCT131, MATH131, MATH134, MATH138 --- # MGMT246 — Logistics Management MGMT 246 - Logistics Management MGMT 246 - Logistics Management Covers business principles relating to logistics and supply chain management. Includes: logistic technology and software, financial aspects of logistics, procurement, inventory control, transportation, warehousing, package and material handling, and facilities analysis. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MKTG131 — Introduction To Marketing MKTG 131 - Introduction To Marketing MKTG 131 - Introduction To Marketing Presents marketing as viewed by decision-makers. Marketing functions, marketing institutions, organization and consumer buying behavior and environment in which the firm operates. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MKTG136 — Salesmanship MKTG 136 - Salesmanship MKTG 136 - Salesmanship (Online Sections Only) Covers steps involved in a sale, customer psychology and creative selling techniques as applied to selling situations. Examines obligation to self, employer and customers. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MKTG240 — Social Media Marketing MKTG 240 - Social Media Marketing MKTG 240 - Social Media Marketing Studies the applications and methods utilized to promote businesses and organizations via digital tools and social media. Includes interface uses and best practices. Students will create and manage various social media sites while completing writing and reading assignments, quizzes, and tests. The course also includes an overview of how to use social media platforms to supplement traditional marketing strategies. It is recommended that students have basic keyboarding, Internet, and computer skills. Students must be able to ac… --- # MSC101 — Introduction To Military Science MSC 101 - Introduction To Military Science MSC 101 - Introduction To Military Science Introduces contemporary military issues and role of the U.S. Army in national defense systems. Reviews time management, goal setting, and motivational leadership. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # MSC102 — Introduction To Military Operations MSC 102 - Introduction To Military Operations MSC 102 - Introduction To Military Operations Studies the modern battlefield and its relationship to leadership, team building, and stress management. Individual communication skills and group dynamics are stressed. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # MSC201 — Applied Military Skills MSC 201 - Applied Military Skills MSC 201 - Applied Military Skills Provides detailed instruction and practical exercises in military writing, briefing, and decision making. Extensive instruction and practice in the reading and use of maps and compasses. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # MSC202 — Small Unit Leadership MSC 202 - Small Unit Leadership MSC 202 - Small Unit Leadership Provides basic background in first aid and individual field-movement skills and instruction in use of analytical aids in planning, organizing, and controlling a changing environment. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # MUSI124 — Music Production with MIDI MUSI 124 - Music Production with MIDI MUSI 124 - Music Production with MIDI Introduces the use of computer based Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) software. Covers basic skills in all aspects of MIDI production as it applies to the creation of musical ideas and controlling external devices. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI125 — Music Video Production MUSI 125 - Music Video Production MUSI 125 - Music Video Production Introduces the art of capturing “live” musical performance, as well as, pre-recorded musical performance on video. Covers basic skills in all aspects of video production as it applies to the communication of musical ideas and the business of selling and promoting music and musicianship. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI126 — Advanced Music Video Production MUSI 126 - Advanced Music Video Production MUSI 126 - Advanced Music Video Production Introduces advanced music video production techniques including but not limited to animation of still photos and video, performance and story-based music video, instructional videos, camera settings, pre-production, production, post-production methods, and creation of titles and a credit roll. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI125 --- # MUSI130 — Appreciation Of Music MUSI 130 - Appreciation Of Music MUSI 130 - Appreciation Of Music (IAI: F1 900) Presents basic elements of music, and develops perceptive listening skills to better understand and appreciate all styles of music. Introduces stylistic elements, composers, and literature of the various historical periods. No previous music background is necessary. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI131 — Basic Music Theory MUSI 131 - Basic Music Theory MUSI 131 - Basic Music Theory Introduces music fundamentals including: notation, meter and rhythm, scales, keys and intervals. The course is open to all students but is required for students who seek credit for applied music, unless they can demonstrate in a proficiency test satisfactory knowledge of the course content. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI133 — Music For The Pre-School Teacher MUSI 133 - Music For The Pre-School Teacher MUSI 133 - Music For The Pre-School Teacher (Spring Semester Only) Prepares the student with no previous training in music to provide a meaningful and useful initial early music experience for children in child care, pre-school or elementary school setting. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI134 — Non-Western Music MUSI 134 - Non-Western Music MUSI 134 - Non-Western Music (IAI: F1 903N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Covers the basic elements of music (melody, rhythm, harmony, and form) and perceptive listening as they relate to non-western music. Examines the music cultures of several non-western societies. No previous music background is necessary. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI135 — Music Theory I MUSI 135 - Music Theory I MUSI 135 - Music Theory I (Fall Semester Only) Studies the elements of music (rhythm, melody, harmony, texture, and form) and the principles of musical organization. Includes scales, modes, intervals, triads, chord relationships, voice leading, and an introduction to style analysis and style periods. Sight singing, keyboard, and aural perception included. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI136 — Music Theory II MUSI 136 - Music Theory II MUSI 136 - Music Theory II (Spring Semester Only) Emphasizes chord relationships and voice leading practices, continuing MUSI 135. Chord vocabulary expands to include dominant, half diminished, and fully diminished seventh chords and the voice leading practices and figured bass indications appropriate for these chords. An introduction to monophonic, polyphonic, chordal, and homophonic textural types and characteristics of each is included. Sight singing, ear training, and keyboard exercises are included. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI135 --- # MUSI137 — Introduction To American Music MUSI 137 - Introduction To American Music MUSI 137 - Introduction To American Music (IAI: F1 904) Provides historical background and surveys American music and composers. Includes explanation and aural examples of musical genres. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI138 — Introduction To Music Literature MUSI 138 - Introduction To Music Literature MUSI 138 - Introduction To Music Literature (IAI: F1 901) (Spring Semester Only) Examines the following periods in music history: Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, and Romantic. Develops perceptive listening skills and understanding; and introduces stylistic elements, composers, and literature of the various historical periods. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI144 — Concert Choir MUSI 144 - Concert Choir MUSI 144 - Concert Choir Prepares students to perform a variety of choral music styles including spirituals, hymnody, opera, Broadway, and literature representing the major style periods. This vocal ensemble also has the opportunity to participate in community activities. This course is repeatable three times. One credit hour will be awarded each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # MUSI145 — Jazz Band MUSI 145 - Jazz Band MUSI 145 - Jazz Band Covers preparation, exploration and performance of music representing the various jazz styles. Students should be able to read music but improvisation experience is not required. This course is repeatable three times. One credit hour will be awarded each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # MUSI146 — Symphony Orchestra MUSI 146 - Symphony Orchestra MUSI 146 - Symphony Orchestra Offers orchestra experience for qualified students in a music transfer program and interested members of the community. All members of the orchestra must be able to read music and prior experience as an instrumentalist in school, municipal or professional orchestra is desirable. This course is repeatable three times. One credit hour will be awarded each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hou… --- # MUSI147 — Guitar Ensemble MUSI 147 - Guitar Ensemble MUSI 147 - Guitar Ensemble Covers preparation, exploration and performance of music from selected style periods. This course is repeatable three times. One credit hour will be awarded each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # MUSI149 — Percussion Ensemble MUSI 149 - Percussion Ensemble MUSI 149 - Percussion Ensemble Provides students experience, through preparation and performance in a variety of percussive ensemble settings, including but not limited to classic/orchestral, world/ethnic, novelty/non-traditional, and mallet/keyboard literature. The course content is such that the student is expected to gain increased depth of knowledge and skill through repetition. The course is repeatable three times; the amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that… --- # MUSI154 — Electronic Music Production MUSI 154 - Electronic Music Production MUSI 154 - Electronic Music Production Introduces the study of Pro Tools recording software including hard disk recording and Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI). Includes principles of sound synthesis, signal routing, mixing, editing, plug-in operations, virtual instruments and MIDI sequencing. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI155 — Sequencing And Recording MUSI 155 - Sequencing And Recording MUSI 155 - Sequencing And Recording Covers preparation, exploration and performance of music from selected style periods. This course is repeatable three times. One credit hour will be awarded each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI154 --- # MUSI161 — Piano I MUSI 161 - Piano I MUSI 161 - Piano I Develops basic skills in piano playing for the student with no previous keyboard experience. Recommended for elementary classroom teachers, music majors, and those wishing to pursue this study as an avocation. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # MUSI162 — Piano II MUSI 162 - Piano II MUSI 162 - Piano II Emphasizes sight reading, harmonization, transposition, technique development, improvisation, and repertoire. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI161 --- # MUSI172 — Gospel Choir MUSI 172 - Gospel Choir MUSI 172 - Gospel Choir Focuses on the choral performance of traditional gospel music, including Inspirational, Southern, Contemporary, and Gospel Blues. This vocal ensemble also has the opportunity to participate in community activities. This course is repeatable three times. One credit hour will be awarded each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # MUSI196 — Minor Applied Music I MUSI 196 - Minor Applied Music I MUSI 196 - Minor Applied Music I Provides music instruction for students who have to study a secondary instrument for degree requirements or for students who are not music majors but desire private instruction. The course includes one thirty minute lesson per week. A minimum of three practice hours per week is required. Attendance at applied student recitals and outside performances is mandatory. A final jury examination is required. The course may be repeated three times for up to a maximum of four credit hours. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0.5 hours lecture, 3… --- # MUSI197 — Minor Applied Music II MUSI 197 - Minor Applied Music II MUSI 197 - Minor Applied Music II Provides music instruction for students who have to study a secondary instrument for degree requirements or for students who are not music majors but desire private instruction. The course includes a one hour lesson per week. A minimum of six practice hours per week is required. Attendance at applied student recitals and outside performances is mandatory. A final jury examination is required. The course may be repeated three times for up to a maximum of eight credit hours. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 6 hours la… --- # MUSI232 — Jazz In Multicultural America MUSI 232 - Jazz In Multicultural America MUSI 232 - Jazz In Multicultural America (IAI: F1 905D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Provides historical background and traces the African-American, Brazilian, Haitian, Caribbean, and Cuban influences in the development of jazz style. The course will include description and aural-visual examples of jazz techniques and processes. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # MUSI233 — Jazz Improvisation Lab MUSI 233 - Jazz Improvisation Lab MUSI 233 - Jazz Improvisation Lab Offers ensemble playing for qualified students of piano, guitar, bass, percussion, brass, and woodwind instruments. All members must be able to read music. Prior experience as an instrumentalist in a school, municipal, or professional band is desirable. This course is repeatable three times. One credit hour will be awarded each time the student successfully completes the course. The total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # MUSI235 — Music Theory III MUSI 235 - Music Theory III MUSI 235 - Music Theory III (Fall Semester Only) Studies monothematic, binary and ternary forms, continuing MUSI 136. Covers chord vocabulary, expands to include non-dominant seventh, ninth, eleventh, thirteenth, Neapolitan sixth, and augmented sixth chords, and the voice leading practices and figured bass indications appropriate for these chords. Also included is the study of secondary function, bimodality, modulation. Sight singing, ear training, and keyboard exercises included. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI136 --- # MUSI236 — Music Theory IV MUSI 236 - Music Theory IV MUSI 236 - Music Theory IV (Spring Semester Only) Introduces 16th Century modal polyphony and 18th Century tonal counterpoint, continuing MUSI 235. Theme and variation, rondo, and sonata allegro forms are studied. Also included is the compositional devices of the late 19th and 20th Centuries. Sight singing, ear training and keyboard exercises included. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI235 --- # MUSI261 — Piano III MUSI 261 - Piano III MUSI 261 - Piano III Emphasizes progressive development of technique, improvisation, transposition and harmonization. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI162 --- # MUSI262 — Piano IV MUSI 262 - Piano IV MUSI 262 - Piano IV Emphasizes progressive development of technique, improvisation, transposition and harmonization, continuing MUSI 261. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MUSI261 --- # MUSI299 — Major Applied Music Instruction MUSI 299 - Major Applied Music Instruction MUSI 299 - Major Applied Music Instruction Provides private music instruction for those majoring in music who must have a major instrument for degree requirements. The course includes a one hour lesson per week for 2 credit hours or a two hour lesson per week for four credit hours. A minimum of six practice hours per week for 2 credit hours or twelve practice hours per week for four credit hours is required. A final jury examination is required. The course is a variable credit course and may be repeated three times for up to a maximum of sixteen cred… --- # NUAD120 — Basic Nurse Assistant Training NUAD 120 - Basic Nurse Assistant Training NUAD 120 - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Provides Basic Nurse Assistant instruction through theory, lab, and six mandatory 8-hour clinical days outside of the regular scheduled class sessions (dates/times to be arranged). Teaches the nursing assistant to function as an effective member of the nursing team in the delivery of patient care, under the direct supervision of a Registered Professional or Licensed Practical Nurse in hospitals, nursing homes, and home healthcare settings. Adequate time is utilized in orienting the student to the work environm… --- # NURS129 — Introduction to Nursing NURS 129 - Introduction to Nursing NURS 129 - Introduction to Nursing Provides opportunities for students to explore and observe the role of the nurse and other healthcare professionals. Provides opportunities for students to apply basic nursing skills in the classroom lab setting and to identify trends in nursing and other healthcare applications. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # NURS150 — Bridge Concepts and Management I NURS 150 - Bridge Concepts and Management I NURS 150 - Bridge Concepts and Management I Introduces LPNs to the nursing process, in consideration of the four major client needs categories including safe and effective care environment, health promotion and maintenance, psychosocial integrity, and physiological integrity. A concept-based approach will be used to focus on clients, families, and communities with various needs. Healthcare and management concepts will be introduced. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL141, NURS160, NURS165, NURS171 --- # NURS160 — Nursing Health Assessment NURS 160 - Nursing Health Assessment NURS 160 - Nursing Health Assessment Considers the development of beginning health assessment throughout the life span. Emphasis is placed on physical assessment skills with application of clinical reasoning to these skills. The nursing process will be used to assist in the assessment of the client. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: NURS170, NURS150 --- # NURS165 — Pharmacology for Nursing NURS 165 - Pharmacology for Nursing NURS 165 - Pharmacology for Nursing Review of medication calculations, administration of medications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, current trends in pharmacology, related nursing responsibilities, legal considerations, and studies of classifications of pharmaceuticals for LPN bridge students. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: NURS150, NURS172, NURS160, NURS170, NURS171 --- # NURS166 — Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts I NURS 166 - Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts I NURS 166 - Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts I Review of medication calculations, administration of medications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, current trends in pharmacology, related nursing responsibilities, legal considerations, and studies of classifications of pharmaceuticals. Considers the nursing process and, using a concept-based approach, focuses on medications with an emphasis on mood and affect, cognition, anxiety, stress, immunity, nutrition, tissue integrity, fluid and electrolytes, mobility, and elimination. (PCS 1.2, 1.5 credi… Prerequisites: NURS172, NURS160, NURS170, NURS171 --- # NURS167 — Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts II NURS 167 - Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts II NURS 167 - Pharmacology for Nursing Concepts II Review of medication calculations, administration of medications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, current trends in pharmacology, related nursing responsibilities, legal considerations, and studies of classifications of pharmaceuticals. Considers the nursing process and, using a concept-based approach, focuses on medications with an emphasis on reproduction, sexuality, family dynamics, development, gas exchange, perfusion, cellular regulation, glucose regulation, thermoregulation and clotting.… Prerequisites: NURS270, NURS166, NURS172, BIOL142, BIOL241 --- # NURS170 — Nursing Concepts and Management I NURS 170 - Nursing Concepts and Management I NURS 170 - Nursing Concepts and Management I Introduces the nursing process in consideration of the four major client needs’ categories including safe and effective care environment, health promotion and maintenance, psychosocial integrity, and physiological integrity. Emphasis is based on the needs of the well or adapting client. Opportunity is given for lab/clinical application of concepts/psychomotor skills to the needs of both well and non-adapting clients throughout the lifespan in nursing practice settings. Healthcare and management concepts… Prerequisites: NURS160, NURS171, BIOL141, PSYC232, PSYC233 --- # NURS171 — Nursing Applications NURS 171 - Nursing Applications NURS 171 - Nursing Applications Applies concepts and psychomotor skills to nursing practice settings using clinical reasoning skills in the care of the well and non-adapting client throughout the lifespan. Opportunity will be given to apply skills in the lab setting. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: NURS170, NURS150 --- # NURS172 — Nursing Concepts and Management II NURS 172 - Nursing Concepts and Management II NURS 172 - Nursing Concepts and Management II Considers the nursing process and, using a concept-based approach, focuses on clients, families, and communities with an emphasis on mood and affect, cognition, anxiety, stress, communication, immunity, nutrition, tissue integrity, fluid and electrolytes, mobility, elimination, and health policy. Opportunities are provided for the student to correlate theoretical concepts within nursing practice settings to manage care with clients throughout the lifespan. (PCS 1.2, 6 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 6… Prerequisites: NURS166, NURS160, NURS170, NURS171, BIOL141, PSYC232, PSYC233 --- # NURS220 — Bridge Concepts and Management II NURS 220 - Bridge Concepts and Management II NURS 220 - Bridge Concepts and Management II Allows for the LPN Bridge student to use the nursing process and a concept-based approach to focus on clients, families, and communities with an emphasis on stress and coping; mood and affect; cognition; self; violence; behavior; reproduction; sexuality; development; health policy; quality improvement; and safety needs. Opportunities are provided for the student to correlate theoretical concepts within nursing practice settings to manage care with clients throughout the lifespan. Prior completion of BIOL… Prerequisites: NURS150, NURS160, NURS165, NURS171, BIOL141, PSYC232, BIOL142, BIOL241 --- # NURS270 — Nursing Concepts and Management III NURS 270 - Nursing Concepts and Management III NURS 270 - Nursing Concepts and Management III Considers the nursing process and uses a concept-based approach to focus on clients, families, and communities with an emphasis on reproduction, sexuality, development, gas exchange, perfusion, cellular regulation, glucose regulation, thermoregulation, clotting, and healthcare management. Opportunities are provided for the student to correlate theoretical concepts within nursing practice settings to manage care with clients throughout the lifespan. (PCS 1.2, 6 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 6 hours… Prerequisites: NURS167, NURS172, BIOL142, BIOL241 --- # NURS272 — Nursing Concepts and Management IV NURS 272 - Nursing Concepts and Management IV NURS 272 - Nursing Concepts and Management IV Analyzes the nursing process and utilizes a concept-based approach in assisting clients, families, and communities with advanced, complex conditions. Emphasizes care of clients with multisystem conditions including fluid and electrolyte imbalances; acid-base imbalances; gas exchange; perfusion; mobility; intracranial regulation; infection; thermoregulation; cellular regulation; and tissue integrity disruptions. Opportunities are provided to correlate theoretical concepts within nursing practice setting… Prerequisites: NURS167, NURS270, NURS220, BIOL142, BIOL241 --- # NURS280 — NCLEX Review Prep NURS 280 - NCLEX Review Prep NURS 280 - NCLEX Review Prep Emphasizes competencies and strategies to enhance the transition from student nurse to practicing associate degree-prepared nurse. Opportunities are provided for the student to gain understanding of the role of the National Council State Board of Nursing (NCSBN) in the preparation and the administration of the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This course is repeatable one time. The amount of credit awarded shall be one credit hour each time the student successfully completes the course for a maxi… Prerequisites: NURS220, NURS270, NURS272 --- # OCTA134 — Occupational Therapy Fundamentals OCTA 134 - Occupational Therapy Fundamentals OCTA 134 - Occupational Therapy Fundamentals Introduces the philosophy of occupational therapy practice and the theoretical foundations of the profession. The historical growth of occupational therapy and its relationship to traditional medical, educational and other community service delivery models are explored, as well as, standards of practice, ethical responsibilities, and values and attitudes of the profession. The education, training, and the collaborative roles of the OTA and OTR are discussed. The components of the clinical reasoning proce… --- # OCTA138 — Therapeutic Modalities OCTA 138 - Therapeutic Modalities OCTA 138 - Therapeutic Modalities Introduces a variety of activities as therapeutic modalities used in the delivery of occupational therapy (OT) services. Students learn and apply activity analysis skills to life tasks and activities defined by the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework. Classroom assignments emphasize the development of skills, clinical reasoning, and the safe use of materials, tools, and equipment. Students learn to generate and analyze therapeutic applications of activities and to adapt and grade activities for a variety of patient popula… --- # OCTA141 — Health Conditions in OT OCTA 141 - Health Conditions in OT OCTA 141 - Health Conditions in OT Introduces students to common health conditions in occupational therapy including psychosocial conditions, physical dysfunctions, chronic illnesses, and pediatric diagnoses. Emphasizes understanding risk factors, causes, symptoms, prognosis, and their impact on occupational performance. Additionally, this course explores how social determinants of health-such as income, education, living conditions, and healthcare access-influence these health conditions. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: OCTA134, OCTA138, OCTA163 --- # OCTA142 — Theory of Psychosocial Occupation OCTA 142 - Theory of Psychosocial Occupation OCTA 142 - Theory of Psychosocial Occupation Explores the theory and practice of psychosocial occupation in occupational therapy including psychosocial frames of reference, interview techniques, principles of therapeutic groups, group leadership, and analysis of group dynamics in the intervention setting. A review of psychosocial theory, stages of human development in the social-emotional arena, and group leadership is presented. Addresses the need for a balanced life that includes work, rest, and leisure to promote wellness. Practicum experiences… Prerequisites: BIOL142, OCTA134, OCTA138, PSYC232 --- # OCTA146 — Theory of Physical Occupation OCTA 146 - Theory of Physical Occupation OCTA 146 - Theory of Physical Occupation Explores the theory and practice of occupational performance that impacts everyday occupations. This includes development of human movement, strength, coordination, sensation, vision, visual perception, cognition, and common clinical problems resulting from damage to the muscular and/or nervous systems. Occupational therapy (OT) assessment and intervention techniques to address these deficits will be outlined and practiced. Professional documentation across the continuum of care for pediatric, mental health, and… Prerequisites: BIOL142, OCTA134, OCTA138, PSYC232 --- # OCTA151 — Occupation: Infant to Adult OCTA 151 - Occupation: Infant to Adult OCTA 151 - Occupation: Infant to Adult Introduces intervention and management of services to infants through young adults with developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and multiple disabilities. In addition to wellness issues, cognitive, physical, vocational, educational, and psychosocial needs of the individual will be explored. Occupational therapy (OT) evaluations, intervention methods appropriate to habilitation, and remediation of specific client deficits will be discussed. Students will understand the difference between educational and me… Prerequisites: BIOL142, OCTA134, PSYC232 --- # OCTA163 — Professional Terminology for OT OCTA 163 - Professional Terminology for OT OCTA 163 - Professional Terminology for OT Focuses on the professional terminology used in the practice of occupational therapy. Focus is on understanding and using skilled language including approved abbreviations, medical terminology, and professional terminology used in medical fields and health science professions. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # OCTA168 — Foundations of OT Interventions OCTA 168 - Foundations of OT Interventions OCTA 168 - Foundations of OT Interventions Introduces the fundamentals of occupational therapy (OT) practice including treatment planning and implementation and clinical skills and techniques needed to effectively treat clients. Introduces the steps to treatment planning to develop a client-centered OT plan of care. Includes therapeutic strategies, techniques, and skills to facilitate the client’s engagement in daily occupations. Identifies appropriate therapeutic interventions to address performance barriers based on credible evidence. Analyzes the… Prerequisites: BIOL142, OCTA134, OCTA138, PSYC232 --- # OCTA220 — Practice of Pediatric Occupations OCTA 220 - Practice of Pediatric Occupations OCTA 220 - Practice of Pediatric Occupations Builds on the foundational knowledge of occupational therapy in pediatric practice. Provides a comprehensive understanding and application of pediatric occupational therapy interventions using case studies and problem-based learning. Students will apply various therapeutic techniques and intervention strategies specific to pediatric populations, including children with developmental delays, physical disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and other conditions. Emphasis is placed on integrating eviden… Prerequisites: OCTA134, OCTA138, OCTA142, OCTA151, OCTA163, PSYC232 --- # OCTA234 — Practice of Psychosocial Occupation OCTA 234 - Practice of Psychosocial Occupation OCTA 234 - Practice of Psychosocial Occupation Introduces psychiatric terminology, symptomatology, and psychiatric diagnoses. Application of Occupational Therapy (OT) principles in psychosocial function and dysfunction will be emphasized. Acquaints students with the OT frames of reference appropriate to psychosocial setting, therapy planning and methodologies, and therapeutic use of self as a treatment tool, and the development of client-therapist interactions. The role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in activity program and community… Prerequisites: OCTA134, OCTA138, OCTA142, OCTA146, OCTA151, OCTA168 --- # OCTA238 — Practice of Physical Occupation OCTA 238 - Practice of Physical Occupation OCTA 238 - Practice of Physical Occupation Presents medical conditions commonly referred for occupational therapy (OT) treatment/interventions. The etiology, residual effects, and medical management of each condition are described. OT frames of reference are discussed in regard to appropriate client care. Examines assessments, treatment interventions, documentation, and evidence-based practice as each relates to physical dysfunction. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: OCTA142, OCTA146, OCTA151, OCTA163, OCTA168 --- # OCTA242 — OT in Productive Aging OCTA 242 - OT in Productive Aging OCTA 242 - OT in Productive Aging Introduces the principles and practice of occupational therapy in the treatment of clients with psychosocial dysfunction, chronic illness, and problems associated with the aging process. Kubler-Ross stages of death and dying are explored. Introduction of the Medicare system and OT’s role for patient care within the system are emphasized. The OTA’s role in working with families and caregivers will be explored. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: OCTA138, OCTA142, OCTA146, OCTA151 --- # OCTA244 — Occupation Across the Lifespan OCTA 244 - Occupation Across the Lifespan OCTA 244 - Occupation Across the Lifespan Introduces the student to self-directed problem-based learning to enable high level analysis and synthesis of data to develop complex client intervention plans. Students will focus on intervention planning to increase levels of independence in areas of occupation and will further develop problem solving skills (clinical reasoning) to create, implement, and evaluate intervention/treatment plan for populations across the lifespan. Learners will develop and implement intervention/treatment plans that revolve arou… Prerequisites: OCTA234, OCTA238, OCTA242, OCTA250 --- # OCTA250 — Exploration of Occupational Practice OCTA 250 - Exploration of Occupational Practice OCTA 250 - Exploration of Occupational Practice Provides clinical opportunities to apply theory to practice. Students will spend time at an approved fieldwork site with emphasis on clinical observation, understanding the psychosocial needs of a population, selection and implementation of appropriate therapeutic activities, and the development of professional work behaviors. Students will also develop an understanding of the role and responsibility of the Occupational Therapy Assistant in management, leadership, advocacy and entrepreneurship. (PC… Prerequisites: OCTA142, OCTA146, OCTA151, OCTA163, OCTA168 --- # OCTA254 — Level II Fieldwork A OCTA 254 - Level II Fieldwork A OCTA 254 - Level II Fieldwork A Provides clinical experiences to apply concepts and skills learned in prior course work. Supervised clinical experience provides the student the opportunity to develop organizational and administrative skills. Includes employee relations, job descriptions, planning a department budget, and maintaining job competence. Students will spend time in approved agency with emphasis on observation, development of professional work skills, and supervision of treatment application principles. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 20 h… Prerequisites: OCTA244 --- # OCTA258 — Level II Fieldwork B OCTA 258 - Level II Fieldwork B OCTA 258 - Level II Fieldwork B Continues application of concepts and skills learned in prior course work. Supervised clinical experience provides the student the opportunity to further develop organizational and administrative skills. Includes employee relations, job descriptions, planning department and budget, maintaining job competence. Students will spend time in approved agency with continued emphasis on observation, development of professional work skills and supervision of treatment application principles. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 20… Prerequisites: OCTA254 --- # OTLC010 — Legal Compliance OTLC 010 - Legal Compliance OTLC 010 - Legal Compliance Provides instruction in topics related to human capital in organizations for effective programs and operations. Topics may include labor relations, human resources law and regulations, information security, e-compliance, work systems, integrity, job training programs, and records management. This course is repeatable three times to provide students additional instructional opportunities due to the complexities and frequent changes in human resources law and regulations. The amount of credit awarded shall be one half credit hour each time… --- # OTLC011 — Legal Compliance II OTLC 011 - Legal Compliance II OTLC 011 - Legal Compliance II Continues OTLC 0010 with instruction related to human capital in organizations. Topics may include labor relations, human resources law and regulations, information security, e-compliance, work systems, integrity, job training programs, and records management. This course is repeatable three times to provide students additional instructional opportunities due to the complexities and frequent changes in human resources law and regulations. The amount of credit awarded shall be one half credit hour each time the student successfully… --- # OTLC012 — Legal Compliance III OTLC 012 - Legal Compliance III OTLC 012 - Legal Compliance III Continues OTLC 0011 with instruction related to human capital in organizations. Topics may include labor relations, human resources law and regulations, information security, e-compliance, work systems, integrity, job training programs, and records management. This course is repeatable three times to provide students additional instructional opportunities due to the complexities and frequent changes in human resources law and regulations. The amount of credit awarded shall be one half credit hour each time the student successfull… --- # PACT102 — Pre-Apprentice - Tools PACT 102 - Pre-Apprentice - Tools PACT 102 - Pre-Apprentice - Tools Introduces tools and materials used in the construction trades. Students will learn to identify the standard tools and materials of the trades, and understand their intended uses. Also, exposes students to several industry trades. (PCS 1.6, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PACT103 — Pre-Apprentice - Carpentry PACT 103 - Pre-Apprentice - Carpentry PACT 103 - Pre-Apprentice - Carpentry Teaches carpentry skills used in the construction trades, and exposes students to their theory and practice. Also, exposes students to several industry trades. Students will perform the duties of an entry-level carpenter’s er and be ready for entry-level employment in the trade. (PCS 1.6, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PACT122 — Math for the Trades PACT 122 - Math for the Trades PACT 122 - Math for the Trades Presents mathematics in the practical context of the trades. Students develop study skills in math including review of arithmetic skills as they apply to career problems. The course covers fractions, rounding, scientific notation, decimal fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, averages, estimates, graphic representation, basic operations on algebraic expressions, solving linear equations in one and two variables, graphing linear equations in two variables, and some practical geometry and trigonometry. (PCS 1.6, 4 credit hours… --- # PHED130 — Fitness & Conditioning I PHED 130 - Fitness & Conditioning I PHED 130 - Fitness & Conditioning I Introduces principles and theory of exercise physiology and experience in developing a personal physical fitness program. Strength training principles are applied to the use of various equipment which is designed to increase strength, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory performance. Other forms of aerobic exercise such as running, walking, cycling, and swimming are suggested and available to supplement the program. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHED131 — Fitness And Conditioning II PHED 131 - Fitness And Conditioning II PHED 131 - Fitness And Conditioning II Allows students to continue using the principles and theory of exercise physiology presented in PHED 130 and to develop a personal physical fitness program. Strength training principles are applied to the use of various equipment which is designed to increase strength, flexibility and cardiorespiratory performance. Other forms of aerobic exercise such as running, walking, cycling, and swimming are suggested and available to supplement the program. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1… Prerequisites: PHED130 --- # PHED132 — Fitness And Conditioning III PHED 132 - Fitness And Conditioning III PHED 132 - Fitness And Conditioning III Emphasizes a wellness approach to a personal physical fitness program and allows the student to continue using the principles and theory of exercise physiology presented in PHED 130 and 131. Strength training principles are applied to the use of various equipment. Other forms of aerobic exercise such as running, walking, cycling, and swimming are suggested and available to supplement the program. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHED131 --- # PHED133 — Fitness And Conditioning IV PHED 133 - Fitness And Conditioning IV PHED 133 - Fitness And Conditioning IV Emphasizes a wellness approach to a personal physical fitness program and allows students to continue using the principles and theory of exercise physiology presented in PHED 130, 131, and 132. Strength training principles are applied to the use of various equipment. Other forms of aerobic exercise such as running, walking, cycling, and swimming are suggested and available to supplement the program. This course is a variable credit course. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHED132 --- # PHED134 — Horseback Riding PHED 134 - Horseback Riding PHED 134 - Horseback Riding Introduces horseback riding for enrichment and fitness training. Attention will be given to the development of skills in grooming, horse handling, saddling, bridling, and riding. Note: Students must be in good health and able to participate in moderate physical activity. Students must be physically capable of mounting and dismounting independently. A horse may humanely carry 20% of its weight: the stable horses weigh between 900-1000 lbs. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHED144 — Lifeguard Training PHED 144 - Lifeguard Training PHED 144 - Lifeguard Training Develops the skills and knowledge to recognize and act in an aquatic emergency. Leads to American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification. Minimum age requirement is 15. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHED145 — Water Safety Instructor PHED 145 - Water Safety Instructor PHED 145 - Water Safety Instructor Develops the skills and knowledge to teach American Red Cross swimming and water safety courses and leads to American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. Minimum age requirement is 16. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHED151 — Progressive Yoga PHED 151 - Progressive Yoga PHED 151 - Progressive Yoga Builds on the skills introduced in beginning yoga, emphasizing a system of yoga postures that require physical and mental discipline. This intermediate level yoga gradually adds challenge leading to increased strength, endurance, balance, and focus. More challenging postures are introduced. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHED173 — Walking PHED 173 - Walking PHED 173 - Walking Introduces walking as a way to increase cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHED176 — Yogalates PHED 176 - Yogalates PHED 176 - Yogalates Introduces an alternative to traditional yoga and Pilates. This format is ideal for those who find traditional yoga and Pilates intimidating or restrictive. This hybrid workout combines mind/body practices, as well as principles of sport stretch, strength training, and dynamic movement to improve strength, flexibility, balance, core stability, and reduction of stress while constantly flowing from one exercise to the next. (PCS 1.1, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHIL131 — Introduction To Philosophy PHIL 131 - Introduction To Philosophy PHIL 131 - Introduction To Philosophy (IAI: H4 900) Examines the fundamental questions of philosophy and introduces the major ideas and philosophers of the Western tradition. The basic questions include those concerned with the nature of reality, the nature of knowledge, the nature of God and religious experience, and the nature of morality and values. The study of philosophy can be considered a pursuit of self-knowledge and, to this end, a number of personally relevant issues are examined such as death, the meaning of life, personal identity, and persona… --- # PHIL132 — Eastern Philosophy PHIL 132 - Eastern Philosophy PHIL 132 - Eastern Philosophy (IAI: H4 903N; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Introduces the philosophical concepts found in the East by exploring the major systems of thought originating in India and China. The works of the most influential thinkers will be examined with special attention placed on those aspects, both original and assimilated, that ed determine the nature and course of philosophy in all of the Asian countries. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PHIL231 — Fundamentals Of Logical Reasoning PHIL 231 - Fundamentals Of Logical Reasoning PHIL 231 - Fundamentals Of Logical Reasoning (IAI: H4 906) Introduces the criteria of good reasoning, especially deductive argumentation, and develops skills in logical analysis, logical demonstration, and the avoidance of common patterns of fallacy. The course covers basic symbolic logic, including categorical logic and truth functional logic, and analyzes in detail basic logical concepts such as argument, inference, validity, implication, categorical relations, deductive vs. inductive reasoning, and informal fallacies. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours -… --- # PHIL240 — Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics) PHIL 240 - Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics) PHIL 240 - Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics) (IAI: H4 904) Surveys the major types of ethical theories, such as consequentialist, non-consequentialist, and virtue-based theories, and applies these to a number of contemporary moral controversies. These controversies include (but are not limited to) abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment, healthcare, sexual morality, professional and business ethics, and the environment. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PHTC102 — Pharmacy Practice I PHTC 102 - Pharmacy Practice I PHTC 102 - Pharmacy Practice I Examines the role of the pharmacy, the pharmacist, and the pharmacy technician in the health care delivery system. Incorporates the history of pharmacy practice, law and ethics, terminology, routes, dosage formulations, anatomy and physiology, medications, and operations of community-based and institutional pharmacies. Cultural and ethnic variations in relationship to medications in a multidisciplinary setting are addressed. Emphasis is placed on committing to lifelong learning in a continually changing environment. (PCS 1.2, 4 cre… --- # PHTC103 — Pharmacy Practice II PHTC 103 - Pharmacy Practice II PHTC 103 - Pharmacy Practice II Continues the examination of the role of the pharmacy, the pharmacist, and the pharmacy technician in the health care delivery system. Incorporates the history of pharmacy practice, law and ethics, terminology, routes, dosage formulations, Anatomy and physiology, medications, and operations of community based and institutional pharmacies. Addresses cultural and ethnic variations in relationship to medications in a multi-disciplinary setting. Emphasis is placed on committing to lifelong learning in a continually changing environme… Prerequisites: PHTC101, PHTC102 --- # PHTC104 — Pharmacy Technician Internship PHTC 104 - Pharmacy Technician Internship PHTC 104 - Pharmacy Technician Internship Addresses the principles and importance of pharmacy technician procedures; accurate dispensing, pricing, systems of measure, compounding mixtures, and operations of community-based and institutional pharmacies. Provides real-life experiences with an opportunity to practice learned theory and clinical skills. Students will work under supervision at the internship site. Benefits to the student include; the opportunity to practice learned theoretical and clinical skills, by exposure to different situations, and o… Prerequisites: PHTC101, PHTC102, PHTC103 --- # PHYS125 — Applied Physics I PHYS 125 - Applied Physics I PHYS 125 - Applied Physics I Explores laws of motion, statics, dynamics, simple machines and heat, with special emphasis on the application of principles related to modern technology. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH125, MATH116 --- # PHYS130 — Concepts Of Physics PHYS 130 - Concepts Of Physics PHYS 130 - Concepts Of Physics (IAI: P1 901L) Examines selected concepts and methods relating to physical phenomena encountered in the natural world and in human society: mechanics, heat, acoustics and waves, light and optics, and modern physics. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PHYS131 — Introduction To Physics I PHYS 131 - Introduction To Physics I PHYS 131 - Introduction To Physics I (IAI: P1 900L) Covers fundamental principles of mechanics, states of matter, heat and sound. No calculus required. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH131 --- # PHYS132 — Introduction To Physics II PHYS 132 - Introduction To Physics II PHYS 132 - Introduction To Physics II Continues PHYS 131, stressing electricity and magnetism, light, atomic and nuclear structure and stability. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS131 --- # PHYS141 — General Physics I PHYS 141 - General Physics I PHYS 141 - General Physics I (IAI: P2 900L, PHY 911) (Spring Semester Only) Examines the theory and practice of mechanics using calculus. Topics include kinematics, Newton’s laws, force and motion, work and energy, conservation of linear momentum, angular momentum, rotational dynamics, harmonic motion, rigid body equilibrium and oscillations. (PCS 1.1, 5 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH172 --- # PHYS142 — General Physics II PHYS 142 - General Physics II PHYS 142 - General Physics II (IAI Major: PHY 912) (Fall Semester Only) A calculus-based introduction to classical electrodynamics. Topics include electrostatics, direct current (DC) circuits, magnetostatics, electromagnetic induction, alternating current (AC) circuits, Maxwell’s equations, and electromagnetic waves. (PCS 1.1, 5 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS141 --- # PHYS210 — Engineering Circuit Analysis PHYS 210 - Engineering Circuit Analysis PHYS 210 - Engineering Circuit Analysis (IAI Major: EGR 931) Introduces direct current and sinusoidal steady-state circuit analysis. Covers basic circuit elements (sources, resistors, inductors, capacitors); circuit variables (current, voltage, power); Ohm’s law; Kirchhoff’s laws; nodal and mesh analysis; superposition; source transformation; Thevenin and Norton equivalents; operational amplifiers; resistor-inductor (RL), resistor-capacitor (RC), and resistor-inductor-capacitor (RLC) transient circuits; and sinusoidal steady-state analysis using phasors… Prerequisites: MATH271, PHYS142 --- # PHYS241 — Applied Mechanics - Statics PHYS 241 - Applied Mechanics - Statics PHYS 241 - Applied Mechanics - Statics (IAI Major: EGR 942) Covers equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies including frames, trusses, beams, systems involving friction, distributed forces, and the method of virtual work. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH171, PHYS131, PHYS141 --- # PHYS242 — Applied Mechanics - Dynamics PHYS 242 - Applied Mechanics - Dynamics PHYS 242 - Applied Mechanics - Dynamics (IAI Major: EGR 943) Continues PHYS 241, with emphasis on systems which are not in equilibrium. Topics include torques, forces, velocities and accelerations in both translational and rotational motion. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS241 --- # PHYS243 — Engineering Mechanics PHYS 243 - Engineering Mechanics PHYS 243 - Engineering Mechanics (IAI Major: EGR 944) Presents concepts of forces and force systems acting on rigid bodies, equilibrium, vector mathematics, moments of inertia, kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, and work and energy. (PCS 1.1, 5 credit hours - 5 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS141 --- # PHYS244 — Introduction To Modern Physics PHYS 244 - Introduction To Modern Physics PHYS 244 - Introduction To Modern Physics (IAI Major: PHY 914) (Spring Semester Only) Presents a calculus-based first course in modern physics including physical optics, special relativity, quantization of light, wave nature of particles, the Schrödinger equation, atomic physics, solid state physics, band theory of conductivity, nuclear physics, and elementary particle physics. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS142 --- # PHYS245 — Mechanics Of Solids PHYS 245 - Mechanics Of Solids PHYS 245 - Mechanics Of Solids (IAI Major: EGR 945) Presents concepts of stress and strain, elasticity, torsion: shear stresses and deformations, thermal stresses, thin-walled pressure vessels, pure bending: stresses and strains, transverse loading of beams: shear stress and combined loadings, transformation of stress and strain (Mohr’s Circle), design of beams and shafts for strength: shear and moment diagrams, deflection of beams, energy methods, and columns. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS241 --- # PHYS246 — Thermodynamics PHYS 246 - Thermodynamics PHYS 246 - Thermodynamics Presents classical thermodynamics: properties of pure substances, ideal gas law, work and heat, first and second laws, entropy, power cycles, introduction to heat transfer. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MATH271, PHYS142 --- # PHYS251 — Introduction to Thermal Physics PHYS 251 - Introduction to Thermal Physics PHYS 251 - Introduction to Thermal Physics A calculus based introduction to thermodynamics and statistical mechanics including the first and second laws of thermodynamics, ideal gases, kinetic theory of gases, entropy, heat capacity, heat engines, Helmholtz and Gibbs free energies, phase transformations, and Boltzmann statistics. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS141 --- # PHYS252 — Introduction to Quantum Physics PHYS 252 - Introduction to Quantum Physics PHYS 252 - Introduction to Quantum Physics Presents a calculus-based first course in modern physics including interference, diffraction, quantization of light, wave nature of particles, the Schrödinger equation, atomic physics, solid state physics, band theory of conduction, nuclear physics, and elementary particle physics. (PCS 1.1, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PHYS142 --- # PLGL130 — Introduction Paralegal Studies PLGL 130 - Introduction Paralegal Studies PLGL 130 - Introduction Paralegal Studies Introduces the various fields of law and provides an overview of the training and career of paralegals. Presents the function of law, courts, and lawyers in modern society. Analyzes the training and role of the paralegal as well as the ethical and professional practice standards applicable to both lawyers and paralegals. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL135 — Technology For Paralegals PLGL 135 - Technology For Paralegals PLGL 135 - Technology For Paralegals This course provides a general introduction to the use of computer exercises using professional software programs frequently used in the law office by paralegals. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PLGL130 --- # PLGL140 — Legal Research And Writing I PLGL 140 - Legal Research And Writing I PLGL 140 - Legal Research And Writing I Introduces methods of legal research and writing. Students will become familiar with and be able to locate and effectively use the primary and secondary sources of law including statutes, reporters, digests, and encyclopedias. Computerized research, including LexisNexis, will be introduced as well as proper citation forms. Students will learn skills necessary to create basic legal research strategies, perform necessary research, and communicate their findings in a proper written format. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours -… Prerequisites: ENGL131, PLGL130, PLGL135 --- # PLGL150 — Tort Law PLGL 150 - Tort Law PLGL 150 - Tort Law Introduces the substantive law of torts and remedies including intentional and quasi-intentional torts, negligence, strict liability, and workers’ compensation. Defenses, privileges, and immunities also will be studies. The course also will focus on paralegal duties of interviewing, investigation, file management, liaison duties, and trial support for common personal injury litigation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL160 — Litigation PLGL 160 - Litigation PLGL 160 - Litigation Emphasizes the civil and criminal litigation process and alternative dispute resolution. Each stage of a lawsuit including drafting petitions, pleadings, written discovery, depositions, trials, and appeals is discussed. Targets specific phases of a lawsuit including the work product rule, summary judgment practice, jury instructions, and appellate practice. Federal, Illinois, and Missouri rules and their implications will be discussed. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL170 — Family Law PLGL 170 - Family Law PLGL 170 - Family Law Studies the paralegal’s role in assisting family law attorneys. Students discover how family law has evolved and how it continues to adapt to complex issues such as annulment, separation, and dissolution of marriage (divorce). Consequential considerations are covered such as child custody and support, maintenance (alimony), property settlement and taxes, adoption, paternity, and the rights of family members. Students draft various documents and learn ethical considerations. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL180 — Elder Law PLGL 180 - Elder Law PLGL 180 - Elder Law Prepares students to assume a productive role in elder law practice. Lays a solid foundation in key concepts including elder law practice, Medicare, Medicaid, estate planning, end-of-life issues, and age discrimination. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL190 — Electronic Discovery PLGL 190 - Electronic Discovery PLGL 190 - Electronic Discovery Introduces the basics of electronic discovery including historical development, substantive legal procedure, technology’s influence on the practice of law, communication of information to clients, and the most cost-effective discovery tools available. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL200 — Immigration Law PLGL 200 - Immigration Law PLGL 200 - Immigration Law Provides a practical approach to understanding and applying U.S. laws and regulations for legal professionals who specialize in ing to protect refugees, bring needed workers to the U.S., prevent separation of families and reunite them, and provide relief to foreign nationals facing removal proceedings. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL220 — Bankruptcy Law PLGL 220 - Bankruptcy Law PLGL 220 - Bankruptcy Law Familiarizes students with the bankruptcy system and the United States Bankruptcy Code. Students will gain an understanding and working knowledge of the different types of bankruptcies and the specific steps taken to complete the bankruptcy process, including completion of the documents required to conduct these processes. Creditors’ rights will also be explored. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL230 — Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning PLGL 230 - Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning PLGL 230 - Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning Provides a basic understanding of the legal principles involved in estate work. Provides all the information that a legal assistant will need in order to assist in the preparation and completion of all documents incident to an estate practice. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PLGL240 — Legal Research And Writing II PLGL 240 - Legal Research And Writing II PLGL 240 - Legal Research And Writing II Continues the development of skills learned PLGL 140. Students will learn the critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills necessary to undertake the legal research and preparation of memoranda and briefs. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PLGL130, PLGL135, PLGL140 --- # PLGL260 — Paralegal Internship PLGL 260 - Paralegal Internship PLGL 260 - Paralegal Internship Applies paralegal knowledge and skills in an approved law office environment where students will gain practical work experience (paid or unpaid) through assisting one or more licensed attorneys (in the public or private sector) to demonstrate classroom learning concepts and core skill development. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab - 240 hours must be worked.) Prerequisites: PLGL130, PLGL135, PLGL140 --- # PMED050 — Emergency Vehicle Driving PMED 050 - Emergency Vehicle Driving PMED 050 - Emergency Vehicle Driving Designed to give emergency vehicle drivers the skills and techniques required for safe operation during emergency response. Includes both classroom and practical driving exercises. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PMED131 — Introduction to Paramedicine PMED 131 - Introduction to Paramedicine PMED 131 - Introduction to Paramedicine Examines the preparatory, airway management and ventilation, and patient assessment sections of the Paramedic National Standard Curriculum. Also includes recognition, treatment, and packaging of special patient populations. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL132 --- # PMED133 — Paramedic Pharmacology PMED 133 - Paramedic Pharmacology PMED 133 - Paramedic Pharmacology Applies the concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, dosage calculations, and administration of medications in a pre-hospital setting. Includes training in advanced airway drug administration procedures. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PMED135 — Paramedic Clinicals I PMED 135 - Paramedic Clinicals I PMED 135 - Paramedic Clinicals I Participate in observation and practical exercises in each of the following clinical settings: emergency department (ED), anesthesia department, transitional care unit (TCU), respiratory therapy, community outreach, and fire departments. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab - 240 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: PMED131 --- # PMED136 — Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab I PMED 136 - Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab I PMED 136 - Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab I Applies the concepts to practice and master skills learned in PMED 131 and PMED 133. Utilizes skills and applies them to live simulations allowing students to meet the clinical performance Prerequisites: PMED131 --- # PMED141 — Cardiology PMED 141 - Cardiology PMED 141 - Cardiology Introduces the cardiovascular system, cardiovascular electrophysiology, and electrocardiographic monitoring. This course further relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulations of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific cardiovascular conditions. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider certification will be ithin the course. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PMED131, PMED135 --- # PMED142 — Medical Emergencies PMED 142 - Medical Emergencies PMED 142 - Medical Emergencies Prepares students to identify life-threatening and non-life threatening medical emergencies. Students will assess and evaluate a full range of medical patients and distinguish the proper treatment and transport for these patients. Treatment will include pharmacological interventions, electrical therapy, communication, and support of the patients’ emotional needs. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PMED141 --- # PMED143 — Traumatic Emergencies PMED 143 - Traumatic Emergencies PMED 143 - Traumatic Emergencies Prepares students to identify shock and hypoxia in traumatic patients. Students will learn to identify life-threatening and non-life threatening traumatic emergencies through assessment and evaluation, as well as provide proper treatment and transport of patients. Certification in International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) will be offered. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Region IV trauma protocols will also be reviewed. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PMED142 --- # PMED145 — Paramedic Clinicals II PMED 145 - Paramedic Clinicals II PMED 145 - Paramedic Clinicals II Participate in observation and practical exercises in each of the following clinical settings: intensive care unit (ICU), cardiac cath lab, pediatric trauma emergency department (ED), psychiatric care/outpatient drug counseling unit, obstetrics, and ambulance clinical. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: PMED135 --- # PMED146 — Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab II PMED 146 - Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab II PMED 146 - Paramedic Skill & Scenario Lab II Applies the concepts to practice and master skills learned in PMED 141, PMED 142 and PMED 143. Clinical performance Prerequisites: PMED142, PMED143 --- # PMED155 — Paramedic Field Internship PMED 155 - Paramedic Field Internship PMED 155 - Paramedic Field Internship Correlates all the didactic background in the paramedic course with advanced patient care. Demonstrate competency in the skills learned in all paramedic laboratories and assignment to specific ambulance rotations to complete 320 hours of field ride time. Focuses on all treatment modalities as final preparation for the state certification examination and a career as a paramedic. (PCS 1.2, 5 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 20 hours lab - 320 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: PMED145 --- # PNUR100 — Fundamentals of Practical Nursing PNUR 100 - Fundamentals of Practical Nursing PNUR 100 - Fundamentals of Practical Nursing Focuses on fundamental concepts utilizing nursing process to provide a safe, effective care environment, including health promotion and maintenance, psychosocial integrity, and physiological integrity. Fundamental concepts are introduced with an emphasis on the needs of the individual across the lifespan. Opportunity is given for clinical application of concepts and skills to meet needs of individuals in various healthcare settings. (PCS 1.2, 6 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 6 hours lab) Prerequisites: PNUR105 --- # PNUR105 — Pharmacology For Practical Nursing PNUR 105 - Pharmacology For Practical Nursing PNUR 105 - Pharmacology For Practical Nursing Focuses on the review of medication calculations and administration, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, current trends in pharmacology, legal considerations, and pharmaceutical classifications. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PNUR100 --- # PNUR140 — Family-Centered Nursing PNUR 140 - Family-Centered Nursing PNUR 140 - Family-Centered Nursing Incorporates and builds on previous concepts for the application of basic nursing theory, communication, collaboration, and clinical judgement. Focuses on reproductive health, maternal-newborn nursing, and the growing child and family across the lifespan. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: PNUR100, PNUR105, PNUR145 --- # PNUR145 — Mental Health Nursing PNUR 145 - Mental Health Nursing PNUR 145 - Mental Health Nursing Focuses on clients, families, and communities with an emphasis on psychological and psychosocial problems across the lifespan. Explores mental health therapies, communication, and assessment skills. Clinical opportunities are provided for application of knowledge into practice. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) Prerequisites: PNUR100, PNUR105, PNUR140 --- # PNUR175 — Medical Surgical Nursing PNUR 175 - Medical Surgical Nursing PNUR 175 - Medical Surgical Nursing Combines the nursing process, clinical judgment, and assessment skills to plan care and nursing interventions for clients in medical-surgical settings. Studies the care of patients with disorders of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, endocrine, reproductive, visual, auditory, neurological, and immune systems. Blood and lymphatic disorders, HIV/AIDS, and cancer are also discussed. Clinical opportunities are provided for application of knowledge into practice. (PCS 1.… Prerequisites: PNUR140, PNUR145, PNUR180 --- # PNUR180 — Transitioning To Practical Nursing PNUR 180 - Transitioning To Practical Nursing PNUR 180 - Transitioning To Practical Nursing Provides a synthesis of all concepts and nursing content taught throughout the program with focus on strategies to transition students to the role of practical nurse. Includes strategies for success and a review for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PNUR140, PNUR145, PNUR175 --- # POLS131 — American Government POLS 131 - American Government POLS 131 - American Government (IAI: S5 900) Introduces the organization and function of the U.S. government. Includes the U.S. Constitution; the Federal and State systems; political behavior; executive, legislative, and judicial powers; and public policies. Critically examines political parties, role of the media, presidential leadership, and policy issues. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # POLS132 — State And Local Government POLS 132 - State And Local Government POLS 132 - State And Local Government (IAI: S5 902) Studies both state and local government, including current functions and reform ideas. Focus on both Illinois government and local politics. Covers governors, legislators, municipal governments, civil services, elections, and federal-state relations. Emphasizes Illinois statutes and the Constitution. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Illinois State Constitution mandate included in the Associate Degree graduation requirements. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # POLS231 — International Relations POLS 231 - International Relations POLS 231 - International Relations (IAI: S5 904) Studies present unstable and uncertain conditions of international relations. Focuses on national states, international and transnational organizations, and legal systems. Contrasts perceptions of various nations and people. Analyzes determinants of international relations, including military, economics, and diplomacy in the context of contemporary problems in world politics. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PRCS111 — Introduction to Biofuels PRCS 111 - Introduction to Biofuels PRCS 111 - Introduction to Biofuels Introduces the fundamental processes involved in biofuel production. The course presents biofuel feedstocks, basic biofuel chemistry, basic biofuel production processes, economics of biofuel production, and safety/environmental concerns. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PRCS121 — Ethanol Production PRCS 121 - Ethanol Production PRCS 121 - Ethanol Production Introduces the fundamental production of ethanol covering all major steps from feedstock to ethanol fuel production. This course will present the history and explore the future of ethanol. All aspects of ethanol production will be covered; chemistry, equipment, economics, distribution, and safety/environmental concerns. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PRCS131 — Introduction To Process Technology PRCS 131 - Introduction To Process Technology PRCS 131 - Introduction To Process Technology Provides overview of chemical process industries and chemical technology with focus on the role of the process operator and technician. Includes concepts of safety, regulation, laws affecting the job and the industry, and quality control. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PRCS133 — Process Technology Equipment I PRCS 133 - Process Technology Equipment I PRCS 133 - Process Technology Equipment I Introduces basic operating principles of equipment such as valves, piping, pumps, compressors, generators, motors, and lubrication systems. The mechanical characteristics and the interactions of the plant equipment will be explored. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PRCS134 — Process Technology Equipment II PRCS 134 - Process Technology Equipment II PRCS 134 - Process Technology Equipment II Builds on the basic operating principles of equipment such as heat exchangers, cooling towers, furnaces, boilers, filters, dryers, and vessels. The mechanical characteristics and the interactions of the plant equipment will be explored. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PRCS133 --- # PRCS135 — Safety, Health, And Environment PRCS 135 - Safety, Health, And Environment PRCS 135 - Safety, Health, And Environment Introduces the field of safety, health, and environment within the process industry. Within this course, students will explore various types of process hazards, safety and environmental systems, and equipment and regulations under which plants are governed. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PRCS151 — Process Instrumentation Control I PRCS 151 - Process Instrumentation Control I PRCS 151 - Process Instrumentation Control I Introduces the field of instrumentation and covers process variables and the various instruments used to sense, measure, transmit, and control these variables. This course also introduces the student to control loops and the elements that are found in different types of loops, such as controllers, regulators, and final control elements. The course concludes with a study of instrumentation drawings, diagrams, and troubleshooting instrumentation (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PRCS131 --- # PRCS231 — Quality Control PRCS 231 - Quality Control PRCS 231 - Quality Control Provides an overview of the field of quality within the process industry. Introduces many process industry-related quality concepts including operating consistency, continuous improvement, plant economics, team skills, statistical process control (SPC), and preparation of memoranda and briefs. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PRCS252 — Process Instrumentation Control II PRCS 252 - Process Instrumentation Control II PRCS 252 - Process Instrumentation Control II Introduces switches, relays, and annunciator systems, signal conversion, and transmission. Covers controllers, control schemes and advanced control schemes, digital control, programmable logic control, and distributed control systems, instrumentation power supplies, emergency shutdown systems, and instrumentation malfunctions. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PRCS151 --- # PRCS255 — Process Technology Systems PRCS 255 - Process Technology Systems PRCS 255 - Process Technology Systems Introduces the various process systems used within the process technology industry. Students study specific process systems, factors affecting process systems and how they are controlled during normal operations, and how to recognize abnormal operations of process systems. Also introduces plant economics. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: PRCS134 --- # PRCS256 — Process Technology Operations PRCS 256 - Process Technology Operations PRCS 256 - Process Technology Operations Introduces the field of operations within the process industry. Students will apply existing knowledge of equipment, systems, and instrumentation to understand the operation of an entire unit. Students will operate and receive real-life experience on the Polaris H.O.T. (Hands On Training) Skid Unit that is engineered and built to industry specifications. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2.5 hours lecture, 1 hour lab) Prerequisites: PRCS255, PHYS125 --- # PRCS265 — Process Troubleshooting PRCS 265 - Process Troubleshooting PRCS 265 - Process Troubleshooting Applies problem-solving skills in order to maintain and monitor process equipment employing cause and effect analyses, case studies, analytical techniques, and laboratory simulations. Involves troubleshooting, maintaining, monitoring unit problems, and working with others to solve real world problems. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # PRCS271 — Process Technology Internship PRCS 271 - Process Technology Internship PRCS 271 - Process Technology Internship Applies knowledge and skills in process operations technology in a planned and supervised paid or unpaid work experience. Students will gain practical work experience and apply what has been learned in the classroom to actual work situations. This course is a variable credit course and may be repeated up to three times for a maximum of four credit hours. (PCS 1.2, 1-4 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 5-20 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted) --- # PSYC131 — General Psychology PSYC 131 - General Psychology PSYC 131 - General Psychology (IAI: S6 900) Introduces psychology as the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Addresses the concepts and principles of psychology emphasizing the interaction of biological, sociocultural, and cognitive perspectives. Students explore the key figures, diverse theories, and research findings that have shaped the field of psychology. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PSYC132 — Health And Personal Growth PSYC 132 - Health And Personal Growth PSYC 132 - Health And Personal Growth Examines theories, research, and principles that foster mental and physical health and coping. Includes psychological adjustment, the nature of stress, personality disorders, physical illness, emotional regulation, self-concept and self-esteem, interpersonal communication, happiness, attribution bias and prejudice, career choice and development, gender and sexuality, and interpersonal relationships. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # PSYC232 — Human Development PSYC 232 - Human Development PSYC 232 - Human Development (IAI: S6 902) Studies human development from conception to death. Includes the developmental stages and theories, research methods, and the primary areas of development (physical, cognitive, social and emotional). (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # PSYC233 — Child Psychology PSYC 233 - Child Psychology PSYC 233 - Child Psychology (IAI: S6 903) Examines theories of child development, research methodology, and typical/atypical development of children. Emphasizes physical, cognitive, social and emotional development of children through adolescence. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # PSYC235 — Personality Psychology PSYC 235 - Personality Psychology PSYC 235 - Personality Psychology Explores classic and modern approaches to the study of personality. Introduces mechanisms of psychopathology and psychotherapeutic intervention. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # PSYC243 — Adolescent Psychology PSYC 243 - Adolescent Psychology PSYC 243 - Adolescent Psychology (IAI: S6 904) Studies the development of the adolescent from biological, sociocultural, and psychological perspectives. Emphasizes changes in cognition, development of moral reasoning, identity formation, peer relations, family socialization, sexuality, career exploration, and adolescent adjustment problems such as delinquency, eating disorders, and substance abuse. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # PSYC253 — Adult Development And Aging PSYC 253 - Adult Development And Aging PSYC 253 - Adult Development And Aging (IAI: S6 905) Introduces the changes that occur from early adulthood through old age. Topics include career choice and development, mate selection and marriage, conventional and nonconventional families, theories of adult personality development, mid- and late-life transitions, aging, dying, death, and bereavement. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # PSYC260 — Social Psychology PSYC 260 - Social Psychology PSYC 260 - Social Psychology (IAI: S8 900) Provides a psychological exploration of the factors that influence individual and group behavior. Examines the self in society, belief formation and perpetuation, relationship between attitudes and behaviors, conformity and influence, aggression and conflict, power, persuasion, prejudice, attraction, and altruism. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # PSYC270 — Abnormal Psychology PSYC 270 - Abnormal Psychology PSYC 270 - Abnormal Psychology (IAI Major: PSY 905) Examines the theory, etiology, classification, and treatment of psychological disorders. Emphasis is given to examining behavior from biological, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental perspectives. Topics include mood disorders, schizophrenic disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, substance related disorders and sexual disorders. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # READ120 — Reading READ 120 - Reading READ 120 - Reading Emphasizes reading techniques and an application of these techniques to a variety of texts. Focuses also on communication skills such as public speaking, listening, and working in a group. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # READ125 — College Reading READ 125 - College Reading READ 125 - College Reading Develops the reading skills necessary for the successful completion of college courses. Emphasizes steps readers can take before, during, and after reading to increase comprehension and retention. Focuses on how to organize materials and thoughts in written summaries and oral presentations. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: READ120 --- # REAL135 — Real Estate Brokerage REAL 135 - Real Estate Brokerage REAL 135 - Real Estate Brokerage Examines the nature of real estate brokerage and how it applies to ownership, titles, legal descriptions, uses, contracts, leases, taxation, and values. Prepares students to qualify for the Illinois Real Estate Brokers Examination. Note: The State of Illinois requires individuals to be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent before sitting for the state exam. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # REAL136 — Real Estate Transactions REAL 136 - Real Estate Transactions REAL 136 - Real Estate Transactions Examines the nature of real estate transactions and how they apply to ownership, titles, legal descriptions, uses, contracts, leases, taxation, and values. Includes marketing, advertising, contracts, financing and property management. Prepares students to qualify for the Illinois Real Estate Brokers Examination. Note: The State of Illinois requires individuals to be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent before sitting for the state exam. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hour… --- # REAL137 — Transaction Applications REAL 137 - Transaction Applications REAL 137 - Transaction Applications Provides the opportunity to obtain further knowledge and skills related to the real estate business through planned case studies, role playing, and field activities. Emphasizes practical experience and the application of classroom learning to real-world work situations. Note: The State of Illinois requires individuals to be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent before sitting for the state exam. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: REAL135, REAL136 --- # SCT111 — Supported College Transition I SCT 111 - Supported College Transition I SCT 111 - Supported College Transition I Develops self-assessment techniques relative to lifestyle and career goals; examines college and community resources available to attain lifestyle and career goals. This is a mandatory course for students whose placement test scores indicate a need for additional preparation. The course content is such that the student may gain increased depth of knowledge and skill through repetition. Therefore, this course is repeatable three times. The amount of credit awarded shall be up to three credit hours each time the s… --- # SCT112 — Supported College Transition II SCT 112 - Supported College Transition II SCT 112 - Supported College Transition II Increases self-assessment techniques relative to career goals; utilizes college and community resources to attain lifestyle and career goals. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: SCT111 --- # SCT113 — Supported College Transition III SCT 113 - Supported College Transition III SCT 113 - Supported College Transition III Continues SCT 112. Increases self-assessment techniques relative to career goals; utilizes college and community resources to attain lifestyle and career goals. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: SCT112 --- # SCT114 — Supported College Transition IV SCT 114 - Supported College Transition IV SCT 114 - Supported College Transition IV Continues SCT 113. Increases self-assessment techniques relative to career goals; utilizes college and community resources to attain lifestyle and career goals. (PCS 1.4, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: SCT113 --- # SERV130 — Service Learning SERV 130 - Service Learning SERV 130 - Service Learning Provides the opportunity for students to plan, implement and participate in a community service project that integrates community service with their academic coursework and their personal goals. Emphasis is placed on collaborative planning with faculty and their chosen community partner to design an individualized service project. The goal of the project is to meet an established community need, as well as provide students a meaningful learning experience. This reciprocal learning experience will focus on course content, leadership and c… --- # SIGN135 — Basic Communication I SIGN 135 - Basic Communication I SIGN 135 - Basic Communication I Introduces the student to approximately 300 American Sign Language vocabulary items and certain grammatical features. The course is designed for students interested in developing beginning conversational skills for interaction with deaf individuals. An explanation of certain cultural aspects of American Sign Language will be provided. Students will be taught fingerspelling. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SIGN136 — Basic Communication II SIGN 136 - Basic Communication II SIGN 136 - Basic Communication II Continues SIGN 135 with the progressive development of American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary. This course adds approximately 300 signs to the student’s vocabulary and provides practice in the grammatical features of ASL. The course is designed for students interested in furthering the development of beginning conversational skills for interaction with deaf individuals. An explanation of certain cultural aspects of ASL will be provided. Students will continue development of receptive and expressive skills for fingerspelled w… Prerequisites: SIGN135 --- # SMGT101 — Introduction to Sport Management SMGT 101 - Introduction to Sport Management SMGT 101 - Introduction to Sport Management Introduces the sport management industry and the wide range of career opportunities that exist throughout the industry. This course surveys all levels of sport and explains how other business disciplines interact within the industry. Examines the abilities and competencies needed to be successful in sport management. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SMGT201 — Sport Marketing SMGT 201 - Sport Marketing SMGT 201 - Sport Marketing Presents marketing principles in the sport management industry including sport sponsorship and promotion. Examines how the marketing mix intersects key areas of the sport industry including sporting goods, events, and consumers. Surveys the evolution of sport marketing through technological advancements and increased access to consumers through social media and streaming. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: MKTG131 --- # SMGT202 — Sport Law SMGT 202 - Sport Law SMGT 202 - Sport Law Examines the relationship and compliance of United States law within all levels of sport. Surveys legal issues in sport including Constitutional law, contract law, antitrust law, agency, collective bargaining, and intellectual property rights. Includes rules and regulations of professional and collegiate sports organizations. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: BUSN141 --- # SOCI131 — Introduction to Sociology SOCI 131 - Introduction to Sociology SOCI 131 - Introduction to Sociology (IAI: S7 900) Studies society, including the rules, interactions and cultural patterns that organize everyday life. Analyzes social conflict, the structure and function of institutions, the dynamics of individual and group interactions, social stratification and interactions among diverse groups of people. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOCI132 — Social Problems SOCI 132 - Social Problems SOCI 132 - Social Problems (IAI: S7 901) Studies select social problems including consideration of proposed lines of action in dealing with them. Problem areas include population, the affluent society, crime and justice, poverty, unemployment, health and mental disorders, automation, the aging ethnic and race relations, threats to the environment, the role of the United States in relationship to third world countries, war and the future of American society. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOCI134 — Intro To Environmental Sociology SOCI 134 - Intro To Environmental Sociology SOCI 134 - Intro To Environmental Sociology Introduces students to the interdependence of nature and society. The class explores the relationship between materialistic issues (e.g., consumption, technology, development) and the state of the environment, emphasizing how different ideologies of nature influence the use of natural resources. The course suggests practical strategies for resolving environmental conflicts and organizing an ecologically sustainable society. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOCI150 — Racial And Ethnic Relations SOCI 150 - Racial And Ethnic Relations SOCI 150 - Racial And Ethnic Relations (IAI: S7 903D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Critically examines the nature, causes and consequences of racial and ethnic stratification and inequalities throughout history and the world. Examines the persistence of group identity, inter-group relations and social movements with respect to race and ethnicity in the U.S. and the world. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOCI155 — Introduction To Sex And Gender SOCI 155 - Introduction To Sex And Gender SOCI 155 - Introduction To Sex And Gender (IAI: S7 904D; satisfies Human Relations Requirement) Introduces sociological perspectives on gender as a factor in social stratification, gender role acquisition, and individual and social consequences of changing social definitions of gender roles. Selected themes include socialization, body image, gender and work, sexuality, gender and communication, masculinity, and violence. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOCI240 — Marriage And The Family SOCI 240 - Marriage And The Family SOCI 240 - Marriage And The Family (IAI: S7 902) Survey of the contemporary family in historical and cross-cultural perspectives. Includes trends in mate selection, marriage, child-rearing, employment, gender roles, and communication within the family. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOLR120 — Solar Design and Installation SOLR 120 - Solar Design and Installation SOLR 120 - Solar Design and Installation Presents competencies and expected --- # SOLR121 — Grid Tied Solar Design SOLR 121 - Grid Tied Solar Design SOLR 121 - Grid Tied Solar Design Presents competencies and expected Prerequisites: SOLR120 --- # SOSC132 — The Science of Happiness SOSC 132 - The Science of Happiness SOSC 132 - The Science of Happiness (IAI: S9 900) Examines the complex relationship of the intersection of psychological, economic, geographical, and sociological understandings of happiness. Special emphasis will be given to reading, analyzing, and summarizing research articles, applying course materials in daily life, and reflecting on course topics through writing. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOSC133 — River in Social Context SOSC 133 - River in Social Context SOSC 133 - River in Social Context (IAI: S9 900) Examines the complex relationship of the intersection of the sociological, historical, psychological, political, social geographical, and anthropological understandings of the river. Contextualizes the river in the global arena. Designated for and restricted to students who have been admitted to the Honors College. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOSC135 — Helping Skills for a Changing World SOSC 135 - ing Skills for a Changing World SOSC 135 - ing Skills for a Changing World (IAI: S9 900) Examines the intersection between psychology and sociology in the development of the ing relationship. Emphasizes the development of ing skills, the role of socio-cultural factors in the ing relationship, the application of culture, race, and gender to individual behavior, and the application of skills to common problems for college students. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SOSC160 — Human Sexuality SOSC 160 - Human Sexuality SOSC 160 - Human Sexuality (IAI: S9 903) Examines the development and expression of human sexuality from psychological, sociological, cultural, and historical perspectives. Topics include sexuality across the lifespan, sexual response and anatomy, sexual health and reproduction, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, attraction and love, variations in sexual behavior, sexual coercion, the law and ethics of sexuality, sexual dysfunction, and sex therapy. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SPAN131 — Elementary Spanish I SPAN 131 - Elementary Spanish I SPAN 131 - Elementary Spanish I Introduces grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SPAN132 — Elementary Spanish II SPAN 132 - Elementary Spanish II SPAN 132 - Elementary Spanish II Continues the development of grammar, pronunciation, conversation and simple composition. Readings from graded texts. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: SPAN131 --- # SPAN231 — Intermediate Spanish I SPAN 231 - Intermediate Spanish I SPAN 231 - Intermediate Spanish I Reviews past grammatical concepts and continues more advanced grammatical concepts. Stress is on increasing fluency of conversation and composition. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: SPAN132 --- # SPAN232 — Intermediate Spanish II SPAN 232 - Intermediate Spanish II SPAN 232 - Intermediate Spanish II (IAI: H1 900) Designed to increase proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish, as well as provide knowledge of Spanish-speaking cultures by exploring literature, art, cinema, and music as key material and topics within the language acquisition process. Reviews past grammatical concepts and continues more advanced grammatical concepts. Focuses on increasing fluency of conversation and composition. Emphasis will be placed on developing advanced reading, writing, and speaking skills, with some attentio… Prerequisites: SPAN231 --- # SPCH131 — Public Speaking SPCH 131 - Public Speaking SPCH 131 - Public Speaking (IAI: C2 900) Covers theory and practice of platform and discussion techniques and development of speech standards through evaluating speeches. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SPCH145 — Public And Private Communication SPCH 145 - Public And Private Communication SPCH 145 - Public And Private Communication (IAI: C2 900) Covers theory and practice of platform, discussion, and interpersonal techniques to promote sensitive, reasoned communication. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SPCH151 — Interpersonal Communication SPCH 151 - Interpersonal Communication SPCH 151 - Interpersonal Communication (IAI Major: MC 901) Deals with principles of human communication; communication barriers within and between people; and communication breakdowns. Emphasizes awareness of communication behavior in everyday life and methods to increase effectiveness in social context. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # SPCH203 — Intro-Organizational Communication SPCH 203 - Intro-Organizational Communication SPCH 203 - Intro-Organizational Communication (IAI Major: MC 903) Covers theory and observation of communication within organizations to promote interpersonal and organizational effectiveness. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: SPCH131, SPCH145 --- # STSK132 — Integrated Study Skills STSK 132 - Integrated Study Skills STSK 132 - Integrated Study Skills Presents college study skills including effective use of texts, study schedules, listening, note-taking, preparing for and taking exams. NOTE: This course is taught concurrently with a general studies course by integrating course content with instruction in the reading/learning/critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance of college-level course work. Therefore, this course is repeatable three times. This course is a variable credit course. The amount of credit awarded shall be one to three credit hours eac… --- # STWR100 — Introduction to Storm Water STWR 100 - Introduction to Storm Water STWR 100 - Introduction to Storm Water Introduces students to the concepts, contexts, and challenges of storm water management within the built human environment. Concepts in watershed dynamics, erosional processes, Clean Water Act (CWA) compliance and permitting, and the requirements of the Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI) program are introduced. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # STWR200 — Advanced Storm Water STWR 200 - Advanced Storm Water STWR 200 - Advanced Storm Water Immerses students in storm water pollution prevention planning, job-site inspections, and prepares them for the Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI) exam. Concepts in watershed dynamics, erosional processes, Clean Water Act compliance and permitting, inspections, and recommended Best Management Practices (BMP’s) are covered in detail. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: STWR100 --- # TECH100 — Introduction to Industrial Arts I TECH 100 - Introduction to Industrial Arts I TECH 100 - Introduction to Industrial Arts I Introduces students to careers, technical skills, and opportunities in the field of Industrial Technology. Students will design and create several projects to gain an understanding of the different areas of Industrial Technology. Classroom experiences will focus on skills and knowledge required for various industrial occupations including manufacturing, construction, communications, transportation, energy, and power. (PCS 1.6, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # TECH101 — Introduction to Industrial Arts II TECH 101 - Introduction to Industrial Arts II TECH 101 - Introduction to Industrial Arts II Introduces students to careers, technical skills, and opportunities in the field of Industrial Technology. Students will design and create several projects to gain an understanding of the different areas of Industrial Technology. Classroom experiences will focus on skills and knowledge required for various industrial occupations including manufacturing, construction, communications, transportation, energy, and power. (PCS 1.6, 4 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # TRUC101 — Truck Driving Orientation TRUC 101 - Truck Driving Orientation TRUC 101 - Truck Driving Orientation Provides an overview of the trucking industry. Students prepare for the Illinois Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) written test to acquire a driving permit. Basic control systems are introduced. (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # TRUC102 — Fed Motor Carrier Safety Regulations TRUC 102 - Fed Motor Carrier Safety Regulations TRUC 102 - Fed Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Explains the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including controlled substances and alcohol use and testing. Also explains the standards, requirements, and penalties associated with Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and hours and service. (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: TRUC101 --- # TRUC103 — Maintenance TRUC 103 - Maintenance TRUC 103 - Maintenance Outlines the inspection, repair, and maintenance of semi-truck tractors and trailers. (PCS 1.6, 1.5 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 1 hour lab) Prerequisites: TRUC101 --- # TRUC104 — Load Securement TRUC 104 - Load Securement TRUC 104 - Load Securement Provides an overview of cargo and load securement and inspection requirements that apply to most commodities hauled in the United States and Canada. (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: TRUC101 --- # TRUC105 — Tractor-Trailer Driver Experience TRUC 105 - Tractor-Trailer Driver Experience TRUC 105 - Tractor-Trailer Driver Experience Designed to give the student real over-the-road practice under the supervision of an experienced tractor-trailer truck driver. (PCS 1.6, 1.5 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # TRUC107 — Driving Simulation TRUC 107 - Driving Simulation TRUC 107 - Driving Simulation Exposes drivers to a variety of situations, including changes in weather, road conditions, and the behaviors of other road users, allowing them to increase their confidence and skill levels in a controlled environment. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # TRUC112 — Class B Maintenance TRUC 112 - Class B Maintenance TRUC 112 - Class B Maintenance Outlines the inspection, repair and maintenance of Class B vehicles. Covers all aspects of the pre-trip, en-route and post-trip process. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour - 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: CDLB160, TRUC111, TRUC113, TRUC114 --- # TRUC113 — Behind The Wheel Skill Training TRUC 113 - Behind The Wheel Skill Training TRUC 113 - Behind The Wheel Skill Training Designed to give real behind-the-wheel training on vehicle operation and backing skills. (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab) Prerequisites: CDLB160, TRUC111, TRUC112, TRUC114 --- # TRUC114 — Behind The Wheel Road Training TRUC 114 - Behind The Wheel Road Training TRUC 114 - Behind The Wheel Road Training Designed to give real behind-the-wheel training on vehicle operation and road driving management. (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab) Prerequisites: CDLB160, TRUC111, TRUC112, TRUC113 --- # VCTR120 — Drone Pilot Training VCTR 120 - Drone Pilot Training VCTR 120 - Drone Pilot Training Introduces regulations, pilot responsibilities, operating requirements, risk mitigation, pre-flight planning and scenario-based training for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Provides hands-on drone flying experience involving skills such as take-off, landing, pitching and rolling. Prepares for successful completion of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Exam to earn a Remote Pilot Certificate with a Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems rating. 6, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # VCTR122 — Phlebotomy VCTR 122 - Phlebotomy VCTR 122 - Phlebotomy Prepares students with the knowledge and skills required to perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection safely and effectively in clinical settings; emphasizes infection control, anatomy and physiology of circulatory system, specimen handling, quality assurance, and professional ethics. (PCS 1.6, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # VCTR124 — Home Health Aide VCTR 124 - Home Health Aide VCTR 124 - Home Health Aide Prepares students with the knowledge and hands‑on skills required to provide safe, effective care to clients in home and community settings. Topics include infection control, personal care, vital‑sign measurement, mobility assistance, nutrition, home safety, communication, and client rights. Satisfies the federal/state 75‑hour Home Health Aide training requirement. (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # VCTR126 — Emergency Medical Dispatch VCTR 126 - Emergency Medical Dispatch VCTR 126 - Emergency Medical Dispatch Provides students with the knowledge and operational skills required to answer, triage, and dispatch medical emergency calls according to nationally recognized protocols. Emphasizes effective caller interrogation, determinant coding, pre‑arrival instructions, radio communication, legal considerations, stress management, and quality improvement. Fulfills the educational component for International Academies of Emergency Dispatch® (IAED) Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification. (PCS 1.6, 2 credit hours - 1 hour lectu… --- # VCTR128 — Paraprofessional Exam Preparation VCTR 128 - Paraprofessional Exam Preparation VCTR 128 - Paraprofessional Exam Preparation Prepares students with the academic and professional skills required to pass the ParaPro Assessment and pursue employment as a certified paraprofessional (teacher’s aide) in Illinois. Emphasizes reading, writing, and math skills; understanding of child development and classroom roles; and test-taking strategies aligned with ETS ParaPro --- # VCTR130 — Sheet Metal Fabrication VCTR 130 - Sheet Metal Fabrication VCTR 130 - Sheet Metal Fabrication Develops essential knowledge and skills in aircraft sheet metal fabrication, repair, and maintenance through structured lab and classroom instruction. Identifies materials, hardware, and fasteners while interpreting technical drawings and specifications. Applies mathematical principles to calculate rivet pitch, spacing, and layout with accuracy and precision. Operates standard sheet metal tools and equipment safely to cut, form, drill, and assemble structural components. Performs corrosion treatment, blind fastener installa… --- # VSLR150 — Solar Applications I VSLR 150 - Solar Applications I VSLR 150 - Solar Applications I Studies how solar energy works, its benefits, and how to assess the potential for solar energy projects. Explores the history of solar power and renewable energy, focusing on legislation and actions including the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). Pass/Fail grades will be given. (PCS 1.6, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # VSLR151 — Solar Applications II VSLR 151 - Solar Applications II VSLR 151 - Solar Applications II Explores the mechanical and electrical balance of solar systems, researches career opportunities in solar business and sales, and covers site surveying and drone operations. Students will learn solar functions and emerging technologies within the solar field to add to generation and storage options, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Pass/Fail grades will be given. (PCS 1.6, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # VSLR152 — Solar Applications III VSLR 152 - Solar Applications III VSLR 152 - Solar Applications III Prepares participants to enter the solar career field. Explores the use of the solar grid. Upon completion, students will demonstrate an understanding of interconnection rules and guidelines, parts and maintenance, and limitations of solar technologies. Pass/Fail grades will be given. (PCS 1.6, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) --- # WEB101 — Intro To User Experience (UX) Design WEB 101 - Intro To User Experience (UX) Design WEB 101 - Intro To User Experience (UX) Design Introduces the principles and techniques of user experience (UX) design. Students will learn the basics of designing effective user experiences, including user research, usability testing, information architecture, interaction design, and visual design. Students will engage in hands-on exercises and projects to develop skills in UX design. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # WEB135 — Web Page Design Essentials WEB 135 - Web Page Design Essentials WEB 135 - Web Page Design Essentials (IAI Major: MC 923) Introduces the concepts of basic web design principles. Identifies current economic and social issues concerning the World Wide Web. Teaches students how to plan, design, publish and maintain a website, and write content for the Web. Introduces the topics of HTML5, cascading style sheets (CSS), responsive Web design, and search engine optimization (SEO). (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # WEB150 — Dreamweaver WEB 150 - Dreamweaver WEB 150 - Dreamweaver (Fall Semester Only) Builds on the fundamentals of Web design skills used to create, edit, and maintain Web sites using Adobe Dreamweaver. Presents a deeper understanding of the design process, while learning more advanced skills such as creating and applying CSS to text and page elements, creating forms, adding media, and managing files on a Web server. Students will research and create their own Web sites and upload them to a server. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: WEB135 --- # WEB190 — HTML and CSS WEB 190 - HTML and CSS WEB 190 - HTML and CSS (Fall Semester Only) Familiarizes students with HTML (HyperText Markup Language) and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) syntax by means of writing code to develop fully-functional client-side Web pages. JavaScript and jQuery will also be introduced to emphasize dynamic elements. Web page development will be aimed at being compliant across different browsers and platforms. Emphasis will be on syntax and validation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # WEB191 — JavaScript and PHP WEB 191 - JavaScript and PHP WEB 191 - JavaScript and PHP Introduces students to both client-side and server-side programming via JavaScript (as well as JavaScript APIs) and PHP in order to add dynamic content to Web pages. Complex HTML and CSS will be explored in conjunction with the JavaScript and PHP. MySQL will be employed for server-side database storage and queries. Emphasis will be on syntax and validation. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: WEB190 --- # WEB201 — Interaction Design (IxD) WEB 201 - Interaction Design (IxD) WEB 201 - Interaction Design (IxD) Introduces the principles of interaction design (IxD) and how to apply them using Figma. Students will learn user experience (UX) rules from psychology and gain hands-on experience in creating engaging, user-centered interfaces. Covers topics such as responsive design, mobile design, design systems, and collaborative workflows. Empowers students to design interactive and visually appealing experiences. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) --- # WEB245 — Web Animation WEB 245 - Web Animation WEB 245 - Web Animation (Spring Semester Only) Teaches the creation of animated, vector-based Web graphics, using a current professional standard software for producing high impact, interactive Web experiences. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hour lecture, 2 hours lab) Prerequisites: WEB135 --- # WEB260 — Web Designer Cooperative WEB 260 - Web Designer Cooperative WEB 260 - Web Designer Cooperative Supplements class work with on-the-job experience in a Web designer position for the Web Design & Development degree candidate. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab - 160 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted) --- # WELD131 — Introduction to Welding Industry WELD 131 - Introduction to Welding Industry WELD 131 - Introduction to Welding Industry Introduces the practices and principles of the welding industry, including the theory and practice behind welding and cutting. Emphasizes shop safety, organization, and efficiency. Focuses on the related skills necessary for success in the classroom as well as the industry, including shop protocols, electricity principles, measurement, use of tools, and success habits for Welding students. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # WELD132 — Metallurgy WELD 132 - Metallurgy WELD 132 - Metallurgy Introduces the principles of metallurgy as they apply to welding. Includes atomic theory of metals, uses of metals in welding processes, testing and selection of appropriate metals. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # WELD190 — Oxyfuel Welding & Cutting WELD 190 - Oxyfuel Welding & Cutting WELD 190 - Oxyfuel Welding & Cutting Introduces the cutting process in welding using oxyfuel techniques. Begins with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) --- # WELD192 — Welding Blueprint Reading WELD 192 - Welding Blueprint Reading WELD 192 - Welding Blueprint Reading Covers the interpretation of mechanical blueprints, with special emphasis on welded fabrication, welding symbols, and joint configurations. The course is designed for students with little or no previous print reading experience seeking a basic understanding of the skills and concepts used in the interpretation of standard blueprints. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # WELD194 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding I WELD 194 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I WELD 194 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding I Introduces the principles and practices of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Begins with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD131 --- # WELD195 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding II WELD 195 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding II WELD 195 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding II Continues hands-on and theoretical work in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). Covers intermediate levels of fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD194 --- # WELD196 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding III WELD 196 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding III WELD 196 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding III Continues principles and practices of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) techniques at advanced levels with emphasis on hands-on work. Continues with advanced level fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD195 --- # WELD230 — Intro Gas Metal & Flux Cored Welding WELD 230 - Intro Gas Metal & Flux Cored Welding WELD 230 - Intro Gas Metal & Flux Cored Welding Introduces the concepts and operating principles of gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and of flux cored arc welding (FCAW) including safe use of GMAW and FCAW equipment, basic repair, and set up on carbon steel. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD196 --- # WELD231 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding WELD 231 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding WELD 231 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Introduces the concepts and operating principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) systems including safety in the welding environment, process and equipment operation, shielding gasses, filler materials, weld joint setup, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, repair techniques, and American Welding Society (AWS) qualification and certification. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD196 --- # WELD233 — Fabrication and Layout WELD 233 - Fabrication and Layout WELD 233 - Fabrication and Layout Provides on-going application of welding theory and practical applications in the use of welding/fabrication equipment, including the complete process of plate, structural, and pipe fabrication, and techniques that include oxyfuel cutting (OFC) and plasma arc cutting. Includes layout templates needed in fabrication of tanks. Practice and completion of American Welding Society (AWS) welder certification procedures and examinations. Also includes development of blueprint reading and project layout techniques. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit… Prerequisites: WELD192 --- # WELD235 — Advanced Flux Cored Welding WELD 235 - Advanced Flux Cored Welding WELD 235 - Advanced Flux Cored Welding Continues instruction and hands-on activities in flux cored arc welding (FCAW) with emphasis on laboratory/shop experience. Includes set-up, operations, fillet and groove welds in all positions on carbon steel. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD230 --- # WELD237 — Introduction to Non-Ferrous Welding WELD 237 - Introduction to Non-Ferrous Welding WELD 237 - Introduction to Non-Ferrous Welding Introduces the principles and practices of welding on non-ferrous metals ranging from aluminum to different forms of alloy steels. This course will use Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). This course will also cover the safe use of oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting on non-ferrous metals. Begins with the safe operation and use of basic metal heating and cutting equipment. Also covers the basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and… Prerequisites: WELD196, WELD242, WELD243 --- # WELD239 — Pipe Welding WELD 239 - Pipe Welding WELD 239 - Pipe Welding Begins the process of pipe welding using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD196, WELD241, WELD242 --- # WELD241 — Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding WELD 241 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding WELD 241 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Continues principles and operations of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) with emphasis on laboratory experience. Includes safety review, set-up, operations, fillet and groove welds in 1F, 2F, 3F, 1G, and 2G positions on austenitic stainless steel and aluminum. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD231 --- # WELD242 — Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding WELD 242 - Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding WELD 242 - Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding Review of set-up and operations from WELD 230 for gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and production of fillet in 1F and 2F positions and groove welds in 1G position on carbon steel. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD230 --- # WELD243 — Advanced Pipe Welding WELD 243 - Advanced Pipe Welding WELD 243 - Advanced Pipe Welding Continues the processes of pipe welding using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) with basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Emphasis on 2G, 5G, and 6G positions. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD239 --- # WELD247 — Advanced Non-Ferrous Welding WELD 247 - Advanced Non-Ferrous Welding WELD 247 - Advanced Non-Ferrous Welding Continues the principles and practices of welding on non-ferrous metals ranging from aluminum to different forms of alloy steels. This course will use Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). This course will also cover the safe use of oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting on non-ferrous metals. Begins with the safe operation and use of basic metal heating and cutting equipment. Also covers the basic fit-up and weld-off techniques with fillet and groove welds i… Prerequisites: WELD237 --- # WELD251 — Inspection & Testing of Welds WELD 251 - Inspection & Testing of Welds WELD 251 - Inspection & Testing of Welds Covers principles and practices in the destructive and non-destructive tests used in the welding industry. Also includes the writing of welding procedures to meet welding code standards. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD131, WELD192 --- # WELD252 — Prep Certification Welding Inspector WELD 252 - Prep Certification Welding Inspector WELD 252 - Prep Certification Welding Inspector Covers essentials of the American Welding Society Certification Test and enhances knowledge of inspection of welds and welded products. This is a course designed for preparation for the AWS test and does not guarantee that an individual will successfully complete the certification test. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: WELD251 --- # WELD271 — Welding Internship WELD 271 - Welding Internship WELD 271 - Welding Internship Provides a work-based experience in the student’s primary area of study in welding. Internship duties may include such tasks as job shadowing and/or applying work related skills that will demonstrate competence in the selected area of training within the field of welding. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour - 0 hours lecture, 5 hours lab - 80 hours must be worked) Prerequisites: WELD230, WELD235 --- # XSCI130 — Strength Training And Fitness XSCI 130 - Strength Training And Fitness XSCI 130 - Strength Training And Fitness Emphasizes the acquisition of knowledge appropriate for teachers/coaches and fitness/rehabilitation personnel such that they may develop lifelong practices as knowledgeable professionals. The purpose of this course is to aid the student in the planning, implementation, and assessment of effective instructional strategies in scholastic, athletic, and fitness/rehabilitation settings. Specifically, the course explores the essential components of proper cardiovascular and resistance exercise training techniques, eff… --- # XSCI135 — Exercise Physiology XSCI 135 - Exercise Physiology XSCI 135 - Exercise Physiology Investigates the structure and function of the muscular and other physiological systems; and the guidelines related to levels of physical activity, physiological responses, and motor activity. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # XSCI140 — Assessment & Exercise Prescription XSCI 140 - Assessment & Exercise Prescription XSCI 140 - Assessment & Exercise Prescription Examines the principles of exercise program design. Provides students with a basic understanding of fitness assessment techniques used in exercise physiology and clinical laboratories. The course will emphasize the assessment of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # XSCI145 — Intro To Biomechanics XSCI 145 - Intro To Biomechanics XSCI 145 - Intro To Biomechanics Introduces anatomical, physiological and mechanical fundamentals used systematically to analyze human motion to enhance performance, increase exercise adherence and limit injury. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: BIOL132, BIOL141 --- # XSCI200 — Sport Psychology XSCI 200 - Sport Psychology XSCI 200 - Sport Psychology Introduces the psychological skills, methods, and self-regulatory strategies in sport and exercise, and shows how sport psychologists, coaches, therapists, athletes, and fitness specialists use these skills and methods to positively affect sport and exercise participation, performance, motivation and enjoyment. The psychological skills and methods will be presented via discussion of underlying theory and specific intervention techniques. Theoretical frameworks for sport and exercise-related educational counseling across a variety of cont… Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # XSCI220 — Exercise For Special Populations XSCI 220 - Exercise For Special Populations XSCI 220 - Exercise For Special Populations Provides an overview of the role of fitness and rehabilitation programs for selected special populations. Students will learn to modify exercise for individuals and groups based on age, medical conditions, and special needs. The areas covered will include but are not limited to: coronary heart disease, diabetes, asthma, obesity, arthritis, pregnancy, and the special needs of the physically and mentally challenged. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) --- # XSCI240 — Exercise Psychology XSCI 240 - Exercise Psychology XSCI 240 - Exercise Psychology Provides an overview of the major determinants and consequences of exercise adherence and its impact on public health. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) Prerequisites: PSYC131 --- # XSCI271 — Exercise Science Internship XSCI 271 - Exercise Science Internship XSCI 271 - Exercise Science Internship Provides off-campus, supervised, educational work experience. Exposes students to programs and experiences in fitness development or health promotion. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 0 hours lecture, 15 hours lab - 240 hours must be worked)