# Northwest-Shoals Community College — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-21T04:38:45.843Z from a crawl of nwscc.edu. 882 records (82 programs · 800 courses · 0 resource pages). # Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degree **Degree** ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 104 — Introduction to Chemistry I - CHM 105 — Introduction to Chemistry II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 102 — English Composition II - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 261 — English Literature I - ENG 262 — English Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 113 — Precalculus Trigonometry - MTH 120 — Calculus and Its Applications - MTH 125 — Calculus I - MTH 126 — Calculus II - MTH 227 — Calculus III - MTH 237 — Linear Algebra - MTH 238 — Applied Differential Equations I - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - ORI 107 — Student Success - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - PHY 213 — General Physics I with Calculus - PHY 214 — General Physics II with Calculus - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/associate-in-arts-and-associate-in-science-degree --- # Accounting Technology Bookkeeping ## Courses - ACT 114 — Introduction to Accounting Database Resources - ACT 141 — Fundamentals of Accounting I - ACT 142 — Fundamentals of Accounting II - ACT 246 — Microcomputer Accounting - ACT 249 — Payroll Accounting - BUS 241 — Principles of Accounting I - BUS 242 — Principles of Accounting II Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/accounting-technology/accounting-technology-bookkeeping --- # Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology ACR Basic ## Courses - ASC 111 — Principles of Refrigeration - ASC 119 — Fundamentals of Gas Heating Systems - ASC 121 — Principles of Electricity for HVACR - ASC 148 — Heat Pump Systems I Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology-acr-basic --- # Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology ACR Level 1 ## Courses - ACR 113 — Refrigeration Piping Practices - ACR 123 — HVACR Electrical Components - ACR 126 — Commercial Heating Systems - ACR 181 — Special Topics in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology-acr-level-1 --- # Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology ACR Level 2 ## Courses - ACR 112 — HVACR Service Procedures - ACR 205 — System Sizing and Air Distribution - ACR 209 — Commercial Air Conditioning Systems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology-acr-level-2 --- # Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology ACR Level 3 ## Courses - ACR 132 — Residential Air Conditioning - ACR 147 — Refrigeration Transition and Recovery Theory - ACR 203 — Commercial Refrigeration Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology-acr-level-3 --- # Automotive Service Technology STC 1 - Basic ## Courses - ASE 133 — Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning - AUM 101 — Fundamentals of Automotive Technology - AUM 112 — Electrical Fundamentals - AUM 121 — Braking Systems - AUM 122 — Steering, Suspension and Alignment - AUM 124 — Automotive Engines - AUM 130 — Drive Train and Axles - AUM 162 — Electrical and Electronic Systems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/automotive-service-technology/automotive-service-technology-stc-1-basic --- # Automotive Service Technology Advanced STC II - Advanced ## Courses - ASE 212 — Advanced Electrical and Electronic Systems - ASE 220 — Advanced Automotive Engines - ASE 246 — Automotive Emissions - AUM 224 — Manual Transmission and Transaxle - AUM 230 — Auto Transmission and Transaxle - AUM 239 — Engine Performance - AUM 244 — Engine Performance and Diagnostics Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/automotive-service-technology/automotive-service-technology-advanced-stc-ii-advanced --- # Carpentry Basic ## Courses - CAR 111 — Construction Basics - CAR 112 — Floors, Walls, Site Prep - CAR 113 — Floors, Walls, Site Prep Lab - CAR 114 — Construction Basics Lab Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/carpentry/carpentry-basic --- # Carpentry Advanced ## Courses - BUC 113 — Basic Construction Print Reading - BUC 115 — Roof and Ceiling Framing - BUC 131 — Interior and Exterior Finishes - BUC 156 — Residential Repair and Remodeling Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/carpentry/carpentry-advanced --- # Cabinetmaking Basic ## Courses - CAB 101 — Introduction to Cabinetmaking - CAB 103 — Sizes, Dimension, and Joints - CAB 110 — Equipment Maintenance - CAB 204 — Cabinetmaking and Millwork Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/cabinetmaking/cabinetmaking-basic --- # Cabinetmaking Advanced ## Courses - CAB 102 — Introduction to Lumber and Wood Products - CAB 104 — Cabinet Shop Operations - CAB 141 — Woodfinishing - CAB 230 — Estimating Costs in Cabinetmaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/cabinetmaking/cabinetmaking-advanced --- # Accounting Technology - AOT ## Courses - ACT 104 — Introduction to Business - ACT 114 — Introduction to Accounting Database Resources - ACT 141 — Fundamentals of Accounting I - ACT 142 — Fundamentals of Accounting II - ACT 246 — Microcomputer Accounting - ACT 247 — Advanced Accounting Applications on the Microcomputer - ACT 249 — Payroll Accounting - ACT 253 — Individual Income Tax - ACT 254 — Business Income Tax - ACT 256 — Cost Accounting - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BUS 215 — Business Communication - BUS 241 — Principles of Accounting I - BUS 242 — Principles of Accounting II - BUS 263 — The Legal and Social Environment of Business - BUS 275 — Principles of Management - BUS 279 — Small Business Management - BUS 285 — Principles of Marketing - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 101 — English Composition I - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/accounting-technology/accounting-technology-aot --- # Accounting Technology - Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACT 104 — Introduction to Business - ACT 114 — Introduction to Accounting Database Resources - ACT 141 — Fundamentals of Accounting I - ACT 142 — Fundamentals of Accounting II - ACT 246 — Microcomputer Accounting - ACT 247 — Advanced Accounting Applications on the Microcomputer - ACT 249 — Payroll Accounting - ACT 253 — Individual Income Tax - ACT 254 — Business Income Tax - ACT 256 — Cost Accounting - BUS 215 — Business Communication - BUS 241 — Principles of Accounting I - BUS 242 — Principles of Accounting II - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/accounting-technology/accounting-technology-certificate --- # Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology ## Courses - ACR 112 — HVACR Service Procedures - ACR 113 — Refrigeration Piping Practices - ACR 123 — HVACR Electrical Components - ACR 126 — Commercial Heating Systems - ACR 132 — Residential Air Conditioning - ACR 147 — Refrigeration Transition and Recovery Theory - ACR 149 — Heat Pump Systems II - ACR 181 — Special Topics in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I - ACR 203 — Commercial Refrigeration - ACR 205 — System Sizing and Air Distribution - ACR 209 — Commercial Air Conditioning Systems - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ASC 111 — Principles of Refrigeration - ASC 119 — Fundamentals of Gas Heating Systems - ASC 121 — Principles of Electricity for HVACR - ASC 148 — Heat Pump Systems I - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology/air-conditioningrefrigeration-technology --- # Automotive Service Technology - AOT ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ASE 133 — Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning - ASE 212 — Advanced Electrical and Electronic Systems - ASE 220 — Advanced Automotive Engines - ASE 246 — Automotive Emissions - AUM 101 — Fundamentals of Automotive Technology - AUM 112 — Electrical Fundamentals - AUM 121 — Braking Systems - AUM 122 — Steering, Suspension and Alignment - AUM 124 — Automotive Engines - AUM 130 — Drive Train and Axles - AUM 162 — Electrical and Electronic Systems - AUM 224 — Manual Transmission and Transaxle - AUM 230 — Auto Transmission and Transaxle - AUM 239 — Engine Performance - AUM 244 — Engine Performance and Diagnostics - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/automotive-service-technology/automotive-service-technology-aot --- # Business Office Management - AAS **Degree** ## Courses - ACT 246 — Microcomputer Accounting - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - BUS 215 — Business Communication - BUS 241 — Principles of Accounting I - BUS 263 — The Legal and Social Environment of Business - BUS 275 — Principles of Management - BUS 279 — Small Business Management - BUS 285 — Principles of Marketing - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - OAD 103 — Intermediate Keyboarding - OAD 125 — Word Processing - OAD 131 — Business English - OAD 134 — Career and Professional Development - OAD 138 — Records/Information Management - OAD 218 — Office Procedures - OAD 232 — The Computerized Office - OAD 243 — Spreadsheet Applications - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/office-administration/business-office-management-aas --- # Business Office Management - Career Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BUS 215 — Business Communication - BUS 241 — Principles of Accounting I - BUS 275 — Principles of Management - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - OAD 103 — Intermediate Keyboarding - OAD 125 — Word Processing - OAD 131 — Business English - OAD 138 — Records/Information Management - OAD 218 — Office Procedures Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/office-administration/business-office-management-career-certificate --- # Carpentry/Cabinetmaking ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - BUC 113 — Basic Construction Print Reading - BUC 115 — Roof and Ceiling Framing - BUC 131 — Interior and Exterior Finishes - BUC 156 — Residential Repair and Remodeling - CAB 101 — Introduction to Cabinetmaking - CAB 102 — Introduction to Lumber and Wood Products - CAB 103 — Sizes, Dimension, and Joints - CAB 104 — Cabinet Shop Operations - CAB 110 — Equipment Maintenance - CAB 141 — Woodfinishing - CAB 204 — Cabinetmaking and Millwork - CAB 230 — Estimating Costs in Cabinetmaking - CAR 111 — Construction Basics - CAR 112 — Floors, Walls, Site Prep - CAR 113 — Floors, Walls, Site Prep Lab - CAR 114 — Construction Basics Lab - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/carpentrycabinetmaking/carpentrycabinetmaking --- # Child Development AAS **Degree** ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHD 100 — Introduction of Early Care and Education of Children - CHD 201 — Child Growth and Development Principles - CHD 202 — Children’s Creative Experiences - CHD 203 — Children’s Literature and Language Development - CHD 204 — Methods and Materials for Teaching Children - CHD 205 — Program Planning for Educating Young Children - CHD 206 — Children’s Health and Safety - CHD 208 — Administration of Child Development Programs - CHD 209 — Infant and Toddler Education Programs - CHD 210 — Educating Children with Exceptional Needs - CHD 215 — Supervised Practical Experience in Early Childhood Education - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 102 — English Composition II - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PSY 200 — General Psychology - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 247 — Marriage and the Family - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/child-development/child-development-aas --- # Computer Information Systems Technology ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - CIS 147 — Advanced Microcomputer Applications - CIS 148 — Post Advanced Microcomputer Applications - CIS 155 — Introduction to Mobile App Development - CIS 157 — Introduction to App Development with Swift - CIS 199 — Network Communications - CIS 202 — Python Programming - CIS 205 — Control Language and Utilities Applications - CIS 207 — Introduction to Web Development - CIS 209 — Advanced Web Development - CIS 214 — Security Analysis (PEN Testing) - CIS 220 — App Development with Swift - CIS 227 — App Development with Swift II - CIS 245 — Cyber Defense - CIS 246 — Ethical Hacking - CIS 249 — Microcomputer Operating Systems - CIS 251 — C++ Programming - CIS 255 — Java Programming - CIS 263 — Computer Maintenance - CIS 280 — Network Security - CIS 297 — Co-Op for CIS II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/computer-information-systems-technology/computer-information-systems-technology --- # Chemical Laboratory Technician ## Courses - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 265 — Elementary Statistics Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/chemistry/chemical-laboratory-technician --- # Child Development STC ## Courses - CHD 100 — Introduction of Early Care and Education of Children - CHD 201 — Child Growth and Development Principles - CHD 202 — Children’s Creative Experiences - CHD 203 — Children’s Literature and Language Development - CHD 204 — Methods and Materials for Teaching Children - CHD 205 — Program Planning for Educating Young Children - CHD 206 — Children’s Health and Safety - CHD 208 — Administration of Child Development Programs - CHD 209 — Infant and Toddler Education Programs - CHD 210 — Educating Children with Exceptional Needs - CHD 214 — Families and Communities in Early Care and Education Programs - CHD 215 — Supervised Practical Experience in Early Childhood Education Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/child-development/child-development-stc --- # Criminal Justice ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - CRJ 100 — Introduction to Criminal Justice - CRJ 110 — Introduction to Law Enforcement - CRJ 140 — Criminal Law and Procedure - CRJ 146 — Criminal Evidence - CRJ 216 — Police Organization and Administration - CRJ 220 — Criminal Investigation - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 102 — English Composition II - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/criminal-justice/criminal-justice --- # Computer-Aided Design ## Courses - DDT 104 — Basic Computer Aided Drafting and Design - DDT 111 — Fundamentals of Drafting and Design Technology - DDT 127 — Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting and Design - DDT 231 — Advanced Cad Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/design-engineering-technology/computeraided-design --- # Computer Technology Cyber Security Technician ## Courses - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - CIS 157 — Introduction to App Development with Swift - CIS 199 — Network Communications - CIS 214 — Security Analysis (PEN Testing) - CIS 245 — Cyber Defense - CIS 246 — Ethical Hacking - CIS 249 — Microcomputer Operating Systems - CIS 263 — Computer Maintenance - CIS 280 — Network Security Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/computer-information-systems-technology/computer-technology-cyber-security-technician --- # Electrical Technology ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - AUT 114 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - AUT 117 — AC/DC Machines - AUT 234 — Industrial Motor Controls I - AUT 235 — Industrial Motor Controls II - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ELT 108 — DC Fundamentals - ELT 109 — AC Fundamentals - ELT 110 — Wiring Methods - ELT 114 — Residential Wiring Methods - ELT 115 — Residential Wiring Methods II - ELT 131 — Commercial/Industrial Wiring I - ELT 217 — Transformers - ELT 241 — National Electric Code - ELT 242 — Journeyman Master Prep Exam - ELT 244 — Conduit Bending and Installation - ELT 245 — Electrical Grounding Systems - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/electrical-technology/electrical-technology --- # Electrical Technology - Career Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUT 114 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - AUT 117 — AC/DC Machines - AUT 234 — Industrial Motor Controls I - AUT 235 — Industrial Motor Controls II - ELT 108 — DC Fundamentals - ELT 109 — AC Fundamentals - ELT 110 — Wiring Methods - ELT 114 — Residential Wiring Methods - ELT 115 — Residential Wiring Methods II - ELT 131 — Commercial/Industrial Wiring I - ELT 217 — Transformers - ELT 241 — National Electric Code - ELT 242 — Journeyman Master Prep Exam - ELT 244 — Conduit Bending and Installation - ELT 245 — Electrical Grounding Systems - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/electrical-technology/electrical-technology-career-certificate --- # Industrial Systems Technology: FAME Option ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics - INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics - INT 134 — Principles of Industrial Maintenance Welding and Metal Cutting Techniques - INT 142 — F.A.M.E Manufacturing Core Exercise 2, Workplace Visual Organization (5S) - INT 144 — FAME MANUFACTURING CORE EXERCISE 3, LEAN MANUFACTURING - INT 146 — FAME MANUFACTURING CORE EXERCISE 4, PROBLEM SOLVING - INT 148 — FAME MANUFACTURING CORE EXERCISE 5, MACHINE RELIABILITY - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I - INT 161 — Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technicians - INT 184 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - INT 206 — Industrial Motors I - INT 213 — Industrial Motor Control II - INT 222 — Special Topics: Safety - INT 254 — Robot Maintenance and Troubleshooting - INT 280 — Special Topics Computer Fundamentals - INT 284 — Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHY 115 — Technical Physics - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-fame-option --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Electrical Option ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics - INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics - INT 134 — Principles of Industrial Maintenance Welding and Metal Cutting Techniques - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I - INT 161 — Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technicians - INT 184 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - INT 206 — Industrial Motors I - INT 213 — Industrial Motor Control II - INT 222 — Special Topics: Safety - INT 253 — Industrial Robotics Concepts - INT 254 — Robot Maintenance and Troubleshooting - INT 280 — Special Topics Computer Fundamentals - INT 284 — Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHY 115 — Technical Physics - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-electrical-option --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Instrumentation Option ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - ILT 114 — Instrumentation Operation and Calibration - ILT 240 — Sensors Technology and Applications - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics - INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics - INT 134 — Principles of Industrial Maintenance Welding and Metal Cutting Techniques - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I - INT 161 — Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technicians - INT 184 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - INT 206 — Industrial Motors I - INT 207 — Industrial Automatic Controls - INT 222 — Special Topics: Safety - INT 280 — Special Topics Computer Fundamentals - INT 284 — Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHY 115 — Technical Physics - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-instrumentation-option --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Mechanical Option ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 106 — Elements of Industrial Mechanics - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics - INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics - INT 121 — Industrial Hydraulics Troubleshooting - INT 127 — Principles of Industrial Pumps and Piping Systems - INT 134 — Principles of Industrial Maintenance Welding and Metal Cutting Techniques - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I - INT 161 — Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technicians - INT 206 — Industrial Motors I - INT 222 — Special Topics: Safety - INT 280 — Special Topics Computer Fundamentals - MSP 105 — Lathes - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHY 115 — Technical Physics - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems - WDT 182 — Special Topics - Advanced Maintenance Welding Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-mechanical-option --- # Industrial Systems Technology - Career Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics - INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics - INT 134 — Principles of Industrial Maintenance Welding and Metal Cutting Techniques - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I - INT 161 — Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technicians - INT 206 — Industrial Motors I - INT 222 — Special Topics: Safety - INT 280 — Special Topics Computer Fundamentals - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-career-certificate --- # Machine Shop Technology ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - AUT 153 — Lathes - AUT 155 — Metrology - AUT 166 — Basic Print Reading for Machinist - AUT 255 — Basic Computer Numerical Control Milling - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MSP 101 — Basic Machining Technology - MSP 102 — Intermediate Machining Technology - MSP 103 — Advanced Machining Technology - MSP 104 — Basic Machining Calculations - MSP 107 — Milling Machines - MSP 112 — Basic Computer Numerical Control Turning - MSP 115 — Advanced Milling Machines - MSP 142 — Advanced Machining Calculations - MSP 181 — Special Topics - Grinding - MSP 221 — Advance Blueprinting - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/machine-shop-technology/machine-shop-technology --- # Salon and Spa Management ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - COS 111 — Introduction to Cosmetology - COS 112 — Introduction to Cosmetology Lab - COS 113 — Theory of Chemical Services - COS 114 — Chemical Services Lab - COS 115 — Hair Coloring Theory - COS 116 — Hair Coloring Lab - COS 117 — Basic Spa Techniques - COS 118 — Basic Spa Techniques Lab - COS 123 — Cosmetology Salon Practices - COS 144 — Hair Shaping and Design - COS 145 — Hair Shaping Lab - COS 167 — State Board Review - COS 190 — Internship in Cosmetology - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SAL 133 — Salon Management Technology - SAL 201 — Entrepreneurship for Salon/Spa - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/cosmetology/salon-and-spa-management --- # Welding - AOT ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - AUT 178 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - AUT 180 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Lab - AUT 286 — SMAW Fillet/OFC - AUT 287 — SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems - WDT 109 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/Cac - WDT 110 — Industrial Blueprint Reading - WDT 115 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Theory - WDT 119 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Theory - WDT 120 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Theory - WDT 123 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/CAC Lab - WDT 124 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Lab - WDT 125 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Lab - WDT 155 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Lab - WDT 217 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Theory - WDT 219 — Welding Inspection & Testing - WDT 257 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Lab Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/welding/welding-aot --- # Welding - Career Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUT 178 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - AUT 180 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Lab - AUT 286 — SMAW Fillet/OFC - AUT 287 — SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - WDT 109 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/Cac - WDT 110 — Industrial Blueprint Reading - WDT 115 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Theory - WDT 119 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Theory - WDT 120 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Theory - WDT 123 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/CAC Lab - WDT 124 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Lab - WDT 125 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Lab - WDT 155 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Lab - WDT 217 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Theory - WDT 219 — Welding Inspection & Testing - WDT 257 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Lab Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/welding/welding-career-certificate --- # Diagnostic Imaging - Radiography (Curriculum) ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - RAD 111 — Introduction to Radiography - RAD 112 — Radiography Procedures I - RAD 113 — Patient Care - RAD 114 — Clinical Education I - RAD 122 — Radiographic Procedures II - RAD 124 — Clinical Education II - RAD 125 — Imaging Equipment - RAD 134 — Clinical Education III - RAD 135 — Exposure Principles - RAD 136 — Radiation Protection and Biology - RAD 212 — Image Evaluation and Pathology - RAD 214 — Clinical Education IV - RAD 224 — Clinical Education V - RAD 227 — Review Seminar - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/diagnostic-imaging-radiography/diagnostic-imaging-radiography-curriculum --- # Diagnostic Medical Sonography ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - DMS 202 — Foundations of Sonography - DMS 204 — Sectional Anatomy - DMS 205 — Abdominal Sonography - DMS 206 — Gynecologic Sonography - DMS 207 — Abdominal Pathology - DMS 216 — Sonographic Principles & Instrumentation I - DMS 217 — Sonographic Principles & Instrumentation II - DMS 220 — Obstetrical Sonography I - DMS 221 — Obstetrical Sonography II - DMS 225 — Superficial Sonography - DMS 229 — Sonography Preceptorship - DMS 230 — Sonography Preceptorship II - DMS 231 — Sonography Preceptorship III - DMS 232 — Sonography Preceptorship IV - DMS 240 — Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Seminar - DMS 241 — Abdominal and Ob/Gyn Sonography Seminar - DMS 245 — Sonography Case Presentation - DMS 250 — Introduction to Advanced Sonography - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PHY 115 — Technical Physics - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/diagnostic-medical-sonography/diagnostic-medical-sonography --- # Emergency Medical Services ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - EMS 100 — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation I - EMS 106 — Medical Terminology for Health Professions - EMS 107 — Emergency Vehicle Operator Ambulance - EMS 108 — Directed Studies in Ems - I - EMS 118 — Emergency Medical Technician - EMS 119 — Emergency Medical Technician Clinical - EMS 155 — Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - EMS 156 — Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Clinical - EMS 189 — Applied Anatomy and Physiology for the Paramedic - EMS 218 — Supervised Studies in EMS -I - EMS 240 — Paramedic Operations - EMS 241 — Paramedic Cardiology - EMS 242 — Paramedic Patient Assessment - EMS 244 — Paramedic Clinical I - EMS 245 — Paramedic Medical Emergencies - EMS 246 — Paramedic Trauma Management - EMS 247 — Paramedic Special Populations - EMS 248 — Paramedic Clinical II - EMS 253 — Paramedic Transition to the Workplace - EMS 254 — Advanced Competencies for Paramedic - EMS 255 — Paramedic Field Preceptorship - EMS 256 — Paramedic Team Leadership - EMS 257 — Paramedic Applied Pharmacology - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/emergency-medical-services/emergency-medical-services --- # Emergency Medical Services EMT Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - EMS 118 — Emergency Medical Technician - EMS 119 — Emergency Medical Technician Clinical Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/emergency-medical-services/emergency-medical-services-emt-certificate --- # Emergency Medical Services AEMT Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - EMS 155 — Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - EMS 156 — Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Clinical Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/emergency-medical-services/emergency-medical-services-aemt-certificate --- # Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - EMS 118 — Emergency Medical Technician - EMS 119 — Emergency Medical Technician Clinical - EMS 189 — Applied Anatomy and Physiology for the Paramedic - EMS 240 — Paramedic Operations - EMS 241 — Paramedic Cardiology - EMS 242 — Paramedic Patient Assessment - EMS 244 — Paramedic Clinical I - EMS 245 — Paramedic Medical Emergencies - EMS 246 — Paramedic Trauma Management - EMS 247 — Paramedic Special Populations - EMS 248 — Paramedic Clinical II - EMS 253 — Paramedic Transition to the Workplace - EMS 254 — Advanced Competencies for Paramedic - EMS 255 — Paramedic Field Preceptorship - EMS 256 — Paramedic Team Leadership - EMS 257 — Paramedic Applied Pharmacology - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/emergency-medical-services/emergency-medical-services-paramedic-certificate --- # Medical Assisting Technology ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BIO 220 — General Microbiology - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 261 — English Literature I - ENG 262 — English Literature II - HIT 230 — Medical Coding Systems I - HIT 232 — Medical Coding Systems II - MAT 101 — Medical Terminology - MAT 102 — Medical Assisting Theory I - MAT 103 — Medical Assisting Theory II - MAT 111 — Clinical Procedures I for the Medical Assistant - MAT 120 — Medical Administrative Procedures I - MAT 121 — Medical Administrative Procedures II - MAT 125 — Laboratory Procedures I for the Medical Assistant - MAT 128 — Medical Law and Ethics for the Medical Assistant - MAT 200 — Management of Office Emergencies - MAT 211 — Clinical Procedures II for the Medical Assistant - MAT 215 — Laboratory Procedures II for the Medical Assistant - MAT 216 — Pharmacology for the Medical Office - MAT 220 — Medical Office Insurance - MAT 228 — Medical Assistant Review Course - MAT 229 — Medical Assisting Preceptorship - MAT 239 — Phlebotomy Preceptorship - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - OAD 242 — Office Internship - ORI 107 — Student Success - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/medical-assisting-technology/medical-assisting-technology --- # Medical Assisting Technology: Phlebotomy Option ## Courses - MAT 101 — Medical Terminology - MAT 125 — Laboratory Procedures I for the Medical Assistant - MAT 215 — Laboratory Procedures II for the Medical Assistant - MAT 239 — Phlebotomy Preceptorship Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/medical-assisting-technology/medical-assisting-technology-phlebotomy-option --- # Medical Assisting Technology: Medical Billing and Coding Option ## Courses - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - HIT 230 — Medical Coding Systems I - HIT 232 — Medical Coding Systems II - MAT 101 — Medical Terminology - MAT 102 — Medical Assisting Theory I - MAT 103 — Medical Assisting Theory II - MAT 120 — Medical Administrative Procedures I - MAT 121 — Medical Administrative Procedures II - MAT 220 — Medical Office Insurance - OAD 242 — Office Internship Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/medical-assisting-technology/medical-assisting-technology-medical-billing-and-coding-option --- # Registered Nursing ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BIO 220 — General Microbiology - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 265 — Elementary Statistics - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - NUR 112 — Fundamental Concepts of Nursing - NUR 113 — Nursing Concepts - NUR 114 — Nursing Concepts II - NUR 115 — Evidence Based Clinical Reasoning - NUR 211 — Advanced Nursing Concepts - NUR 221 — Advanced Evidence Based Clinical Reasoning - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/nursing/registered-nursing --- # Registered Nursing: Mobility (Healthcare Transition) ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BIO 220 — General Microbiology - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 265 — Elementary Statistics - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - NUR 209 — Concepts for Healthcare Transition Students - NUR 211 — Advanced Nursing Concepts - NUR 221 — Advanced Evidence Based Clinical Reasoning - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/nursing/registered-nursing-mobility-healthcare-transition --- # Practical Nursing ## Courses - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 265 — Elementary Statistics - NUR 112 — Fundamental Concepts of Nursing - NUR 113 — Nursing Concepts - NUR 114 — Nursing Concepts II - NUR 115 — Evidence Based Clinical Reasoning - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/nursing/practical-nursing --- # Nursing Assistant ## Courses - NAS 100 — Long Term Care Nursing Assistant Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/nurse-assistant/nursing-assistant --- # Dental Assisting ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/allied-health-linkage-programs/dental-assisting --- # Dental Hygiene ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - CHM 104 — Introduction to Chemistry I - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/allied-health-linkage-programs/dental-hygiene --- # Health Information Technology ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 102 — English Composition II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - OAD 211 — Medical Terminology - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/allied-health-linkage-programs/health-information-technology --- # Human Services ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 102 — English Composition II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/allied-health-linkage-programs/human-services --- # Occupational Therapy Assistant ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - OAD 211 — Medical Terminology - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/allied-health-linkage-programs/occupational-therapy-assistant --- # Physical Therapist Assistant ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - OAD 211 — Medical Terminology - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/allied-health-linkage-programs/physical-therapist-assistant --- # Respiratory Therapy ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 102 — English Composition II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/allied-health-linkage-programs/respiratory-therapy --- # Microcomputer Applications ## Courses - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - CIS 147 — Advanced Microcomputer Applications - CIS 148 — Post Advanced Microcomputer Applications - CIS 249 — Microcomputer Operating Systems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/computer-information-systems-technology/microcomputer-applications --- # Swift Programming ## Courses - CIS 157 — Introduction to App Development with Swift - CIS 202 — Python Programming - CIS 220 — App Development with Swift - CIS 227 — App Development with Swift II - CIS 255 — Java Programming Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/computer-information-systems-technology/swift-programming --- # Computer Technology Software Technician ## Courses - CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications - CIS 147 — Advanced Microcomputer Applications - CIS 148 — Post Advanced Microcomputer Applications - CIS 157 — Introduction to App Development with Swift - CIS 202 — Python Programming - CIS 205 — Control Language and Utilities Applications - CIS 220 — App Development with Swift - CIS 227 — App Development with Swift II - CIS 249 — Microcomputer Operating Systems - CIS 255 — Java Programming Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/computer-information-systems-technology/computer-technology-software-technician --- # Electrical Technology Commercial Technician ## Courses - AUT 117 — AC/DC Machines - ELT 131 — Commercial/Industrial Wiring I - ELT 241 — National Electric Code - ELT 244 — Conduit Bending and Installation Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/electrical-technology/electrical-technology-commercial-technician --- # Electrical Technology Residential Technician ## Courses - ELT 108 — DC Fundamentals - ELT 110 — Wiring Methods - ELT 114 — Residential Wiring Methods - ELT 115 — Residential Wiring Methods II Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/electrical-technology/electrical-technology-residential-technician --- # Electrical Technology Industrial Technician ## Courses - AUT 114 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - AUT 117 — AC/DC Machines - AUT 234 — Industrial Motor Controls I - AUT 235 — Industrial Motor Controls II Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/electrical-technology/electrical-technology-industrial-technician --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Basic ## Courses - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-basic --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Electrical ## Courses - INT 184 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - INT 206 — Industrial Motors I - INT 213 — Industrial Motor Control II - INT 284 — Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-electrical --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Mechanical ## Courses - INT 106 — Elements of Industrial Mechanics - INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics - INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics - INT 127 — Principles of Industrial Pumps and Piping Systems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-mechanical --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Instrumentation ## Courses - ILT 114 — Instrumentation Operation and Calibration - ILT 240 — Sensors Technology and Applications - INT 184 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - INT 207 — Industrial Automatic Controls Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-instrumentation --- # Salon and Spa Management Instructor Training ## Courses - CIT 211 — Teaching and Curriculum Development - CIT 212 — Teacher Mentorship - CIT 213 — Lesson Plan Development - CIT 214 — Lesson Plan Methods and Development - CIT 221 — Lesson Plan Implementation - CIT 222 — Instructional Materials and Methods - CIT 223 — Instructional Materials and Methods Applications - CIT 224 — Special Topics in Cosmetology Instruction - COS 125 — Career and Personal Development - COS 162 — Special Topics in Cosmetology/Teaching Essentials - COS 167 — State Board Review - COS 291 — Co-Op Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/cosmetology-instructor-training/salon-and-spa-management-instructor-training --- # Water and Wastewater Management and Technology ## Courses - WMT 100 — Water Supply and Wastewater Control - WMT 101 — Introduction to Water Treatment Processes - WMT 102 — Introduction to Wastewater Treatment Processes - WMT 120 — Sanitary Chemistry and Biology - WMT 213 — Water and Wastewater Instrumentation and Controls - WMT 214 — Basic Hydraulics for Water and Wastewater Technology - WMT 291 — Municipal Internship Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/water-and-wastewater/water-and-wastewater-management-and-technology --- # Welding Technology Basic ## Courses - AUT 286 — SMAW Fillet/OFC - AUT 287 — SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab - WDT 109 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/Cac - WDT 110 — Industrial Blueprint Reading - WDT 119 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Theory - WDT 123 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/CAC Lab - WDT 124 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Lab - WDT 219 — Welding Inspection & Testing Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/welding/welding-technology-basic --- # Welding Basic SMAW (Stick) ## Courses - AUT 286 — SMAW Fillet/OFC - AUT 287 — SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab - WDT 109 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/Cac - WDT 123 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/CAC Lab Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/welding/welding-basic-smaw-stick --- # Welding SMAW Groove and Pipe (STICK) ## Courses - WDT 120 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Theory - WDT 125 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Lab - WDT 217 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Theory - WDT 257 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Lab Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/welding/welding-smaw-groove-and-pipe-stick --- # Welding FCAW/GMAW (MIG/Flux Cored) ## Courses - WDT 110 — Industrial Blueprint Reading - WDT 119 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Theory - WDT 124 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Lab - WDT 219 — Welding Inspection & Testing Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/welding/welding-fcawgmaw-migflux-cored --- # Welding GTAW Plate and Pipe (TIG) ## Courses - AUT 178 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - AUT 180 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Lab - WDT 115 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Theory - WDT 155 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Lab Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/welding/welding-gtaw-plate-and-pipe-tig --- # General Education ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 113 — Precalculus Trigonometry - MTH 120 — Calculus and Its Applications - MTH 125 — Calculus I - MTH 126 — Calculus II - MTH 227 — Calculus III - MTH 237 — Linear Algebra - MTH 238 — Applied Differential Equations I - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - ORI 107 — Student Success - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/general-education/general-education --- # Salon & Spa AAS - Barbering Option **Degree** ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BAR 108 — Introduction to Barbering - BAR 109 — Bacteriology and Sanitation - BAR 110 — Orientation to Barbering - BAR 111 — Introduction to Barbering Lab - BAR 112 — Science of Barbering - BAR 113 — Fundamentals of Barbering Applications - BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I - BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II - CHM 111 — College Chemistry I - CHM 112 — College Chemistry II - COS 113 — Theory of Chemical Services - COS 114 — Chemical Services Lab - COS 115 — Hair Coloring Theory - COS 116 — Hair Coloring Lab - COS 144 — Hair Shaping and Design - COS 167 — State Board Review - COS 190 — Internship in Cosmetology - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHS 111 — Physical Science I - PHS 112 — Physical Science II - PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based - PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SAL 133 — Salon Management Technology - SAL 201 — Entrepreneurship for Salon/Spa - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/salon-and-spa-management/salon-spa-aas-barbering-option --- # Industrial Systems Technology: Mechatronics Option ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics - INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics - INT 134 — Principles of Industrial Maintenance Welding and Metal Cutting Techniques - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I - INT 161 — Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technicians - INT 184 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - INT 206 — Industrial Motors I - INT 254 — Robot Maintenance and Troubleshooting - INT 280 — Special Topics Computer Fundamentals - INT 284 — Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHY 115 — Technical Physics - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/industrial-maintenance-technology/industrial-systems-technology-mechatronics-option --- # Design Engineering Technology - AAS **Degree** ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - CAR 113 — Floors, Walls, Site Prep Lab - CAR 133 — Roof and Ceiling Systems Lab - DDT 104 — Basic Computer Aided Drafting and Design - DDT 111 — Fundamentals of Drafting and Design Technology - DDT 114 — Industrial Blueprint Reading - DDT 117 — Manufacturing Processes - DDT 118 — Basic Electrical Drafting - DDT 124 — Intro to Technical Drawing - DDT 127 — Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting and Design - DDT 128 — Intermediate Technical Drawing - DDT 131 — Machine Drafting Basics - DDT 132 — Architectural Drafting - DDT 144 — Basic 3D Modeling - DDT 181 — Special Topics in Drafting and Design Technology - DDT 211 — Intermediate Machine Drafting - DDT 212 — Intermediate Architectural Drafting - DDT 220 — Advanced Technical Drawing - DDT 222 — Advanced Architectural Drafting - DDT 231 — Advanced Cad - DDT 233 — Intermediate 3D Modeling - DDT 236 — Design Project - DDT 244 — Advanced Solids Modeling - ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics - ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 101 — English Composition I - ENG 251 — American Literature I - ENG 252 — American Literature II - ENG 271 — World Literature I - ENG 272 — World Literature II - GEO 100 — World Regional Geography - HIS 101 — Western Civilization I - HIS 102 — Western Civilization II - HIS 201 — United States History I - HIS 202 — United States History II - INT 101 — DC Fundamentals - INT 103 — AC Fundamentals - INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I - INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 115 — Precalulus Algebra & Trigonometry - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - ORI 107 — Student Success - PHY 115 — Technical Physics - POL 211 — American National Government - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 210 — Social Problems Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/design-engineering-technology/design-engineering-technology-aas --- # Essentials of Automotive Service Technology ## Courses - AUM 101 — Fundamentals of Automotive Technology - AUM 112 — Electrical Fundamentals - AUM 121 — Braking Systems - AUM 124 — Automotive Engines Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/automotive-service-technology/essentials-of-automotive-service-technology --- # Medical Laboratory Technology - AAS **Degree** ## Courses - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I - BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - CHM 104 — Introduction to Chemistry I - ENG 101 — English Composition I - MLT 111 — Urinalysis & Body Fluids - MLT 121 — Hematology - MLT 131 — Laboratory Techniques - MLT 141 — MLT Microbiology I - MLT 142 — MLT Microbiology II - MLT 151 — MLT Clinical Chemistry - MLT 162 — Integrated Clinical and Laboratory Simulation - MLT 181 — Clinical Immunology - MLT 191 — MLT Immunohematology - MLT 293 — MLT Clinical Seminar - MLT 294 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Hematology and Urinalysis - MLT 295 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Microbiology - MLT 296 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Immunohematology - MLT 297 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Chemistry and Immunology - MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra - MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics - MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra - MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications - MUS 101 — Music Appreciation - PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHL 206 — Ethics and Society - PSY 200 — General Psychology - PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development - REL 100 — History of World Religions - REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament - REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament - SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I - SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/medical-laboratory-technology/medical-laboratory-technology-aas --- # Auxiliary Teacher STC ## Courses - CHD 100 — Introduction of Early Care and Education of Children - CHD 201 — Child Growth and Development Principles - CHD 206 — Children’s Health and Safety - CHD 210 — Educating Children with Exceptional Needs Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/child-development/auxiliary-teacher-stc --- # Early Childhood Education STC ## Courses - CHD 100 — Introduction of Early Care and Education of Children - CHD 201 — Child Growth and Development Principles - CHD 203 — Children’s Literature and Language Development Source: https://catalog.nwscc.edu/child-development/early-childhood-education-stc --- # ACT 104 — Introduction to Business 3 credits · 3 hours This course acquaints the student with American business as a dynamic process. Topics include the private enterprise system, forms of business ownership, marketing, production factors, personnel, labor, finance, and taxation. Upon completion, the student should be able to discuss and apply the basic business principles. --- # ACT 114 — Introduction to Accounting Database Resources 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to Database resources available for use with the accounting programs. Emphasis is placed on Database and Financial Accounting software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to use computerized Database software. --- # ACT 115 — Introduction to Accounting Computer Resources 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to the computer resources available for use with the accounting program. Emphasis is placed on accounting spreadsheets and financial accounting software packages. Upon completion, the student should be able to use the computer resources in the accounting program. --- # ACT 195 — Accounting Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work related competencies. This course will be taken near the end of the program after most of the accounting classes are completed. --- # ACT 246 — Microcomputer Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course utilizes the microcomputer in the study of financial accounting principles and practices. Emphasis is placed on the use of software programs for financial accounting applications. Upon completion, the student should be able to use software programs for financial accounting applications. --- # ACT 247 — Advanced Accounting Applications on the Microcomputer 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students use the microcomputer in managerial accounting. Emphasis is on a variety of software programs for managerial accounting applications. Upon completion, the student should be able to use various managerial accounting software programs. --- # ACT 249 — Payroll Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on federal, state, and local laws affecting payrolls. Emphasis is on payroll accounting procedures and practices, and on payroll tax reports. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply knowledge of federal, state, and local laws affecting payrolls. --- # ACT 253 — Individual Income Tax 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the fundamentals of the federal income tax laws with primary emphasis on those affecting the individual. Emphasis is on gross income determination, adjustments to income, business expenses, itemized deductions, exemption, capital gains/losses, depreciation, and tax credits. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply the fundamentals of the federal income tax laws affecting the individual. --- # ACT 254 — Business Income Tax 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on federal income tax laws concerning business entities. Emphasis is on income tax investment of partnerships, corporation, LLPs and LLCs. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply federal income tax laws concerning business entities. --- # ACT 256 — Cost Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course familiarizes the student with cost accounting principles and techniques. Emphasis is on procedures to provide data for job order and continuous process types of industries, determination of unit costs, and preparation of cost reports. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply cost accounting principles and techniques. --- # ACT 257 — Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the principles, concepts and practices of accounting for governmental and not-for-profit organizations. Emphasis is on fund accounting and its utilization in governmental agencies, colleges and universities, hospitals, and other not-for-profit organizations. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply the principles, concepts, and practices of governmental and not-for-profit accounting. --- # ACR 111 — Principles of Refrigeration 3 credits · 3 hours This course emphasizes the fundamental principles for air conditioning and refrigeration. Instruction is provided in the theory and principles of refrigeration and heat transfer, HVACR system components, common, and specialty tools for HVACR, and application of the concepts of basic compression refrigeration. Upon completion, students should identify system components and understand their functions, identify and use common and specialty HVACR tools, and maintain components of a basic compression refrigeration system. --- # ACR 112 — HVACR Service Procedures 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers system performance checks and refrigerant cycle diagnosis. Emphasis is placed on the use of refrigerant recovery/recycle units, industry codes, refrigerant coils, and correct methods of charging and recovering refrigerants. Upon completion, students should be able to properly recover/recycle refrigerants and demonstrate safe, correct service procedures which comply with the no-venting laws. --- # ACR 113 — Refrigeration Piping Practices 3 credits · 3 hours The course introduces students to the proper installation procedures of refrigerant piping and tubing for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. This course includes various methods of working with and joining tubing. Upon completion, students should comprehend related terminology, be able to fabricate pipe, tubing, and pipe fittings. --- # ACR 119 — Fundamentals of Gas Heating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction on general service and installation for common gas furnace system components. Upon completion, students will be able to install and service gas furnaces in a wide range of applications. --- # ACR 121 — Principles of Electricity for HVACR 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge of electrical theory and circuitry as it pertains to air conditioning and refrigeration. This course emphasizes safety, definitions, symbols, laws, circuits, and electrical test instruments. Upon completion, students should understand and be able to apply the basic principles of HVACR circuits and circuit components. --- # ACR 123 — HVACR Electrical Components 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to electrical components and controls. Emphasis is placed on the operations on motors, relays, contactors, starters, and other HVAC electrical components. Upon completion, students should be able to install electrical components and determine their proper operation. --- # ACR 132 — Residential Air Conditioning 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to residential air-conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the operation, service, and repair of residential air-conditioning systems. Upon completion, students should be able to service and repair residential air-conditioning systems. --- # ACR 135 — Mechanical/Gas/Safety Codes 3 credits · 3 hours This course is to enhance the student knowledge of the Southern Mechanical and Gas Code as well as fire and job safety requirements. Emphasis is placed on code book content and compliance with installation requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to apply code requirements to all work. --- # ACR 141 — Environmental Systems 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides students with knowledge and skills of environmental chambers. Topics include theory of the refrigerant components and refrigerant circuits, programmable controllers, electrical pressure and calibration instruments, and places emphasis on safety. Upon course completion, students should be able to apply environmentally-safe practices. --- # ACR 147 — Refrigeration Transition and Recovery Theory 3 credits · 3 hours This course is EPA-approved and covers material relating to the requirements necessary for type I, II, and III universal certification. Upon completion, students should be prepared to take the EPA608 certification examination. --- # ACR 148 — Heat Pump Systems I 3 credits · 3 hours Instruction received in this course centers around the basic theory and application of heat pump systems and components. Upon completion, students will be able to install and service heat pumps in a wide variety of applications. --- # ACR 181 — Special Topics in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides specialized instruction in various areas related to the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. --- # ACR 182 — Special Topics in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration II 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with opportunities to experience hands-on application of specialized instruction in various areas related to the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. --- # ACR 183 — Special Topics in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with opportunities to experience hands-on application of specialized instruction in various areas related to the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. --- # ACR 195 — Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours These courses constitue a series wherin the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an empolyment setting. --- # ACR 203 — Commercial Refrigeration 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on commercial refrigeration systems. Emphasis is placed on evaporators, condensers, compressors, expansion devices, special refrigeration components and application of refrigeration systems. Upon completion, students should be able to service and repair commercial refrigeration systems. --- # ACR 205 — System Sizing and Air Distribution 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in the load calculation of a structure and system sizing. Topics of instruction include heat loss, heat gain, equipment and air distribution sizing, and factors making acceptable indoor air quality. Upon course completion, students should be able to calculate system requirements. --- # ACR 209 — Commercial Air Conditioning Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on servicing and maintaining commercial and residential HVACR systems. Topics include system component installation and removal and service techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance on commercial and residential HVACR systems. --- # ART 100 — Art Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to help the student find personal meaning in works of art and develop a better understanding of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis is on the diversity of form and content in original artwork. Upon completion, students should understand the fundamentals of art and the materials used, and have a basic overview of the history of art. --- # ART 101 — Art Workshop I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for both non-art and art majors who are interested in a variety of art projects concerned with community or college-related activities. --- # ART 102 — Art Workshop II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for both non-art and art majors who are interested in a variety of art projects concerned with community or college-related activities. --- # ART 113 — Drawing I 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the opportunity to develop perceptional and technical skills through direct observation in a variety of media. Emphasis is placed on communication through experimenting with composition, subject matter, and technique. --- # ART 114 — Drawing II 3 credits · 3 hours This course advances the students drawing skills in various art media. Emphasis is placed on communication through experimentation, composition, technique and personal expression. Upon completion, students should demonstrate creative drawing skills, the application of the fundamentals of art, and the communication of personal thoughts and feelings. --- # ART 121 — Two-Dimensional Composition I 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the basic of concepts of two-dimensional design. Topics include the elements and principles of design with emphasis on the arrangements and relationships among them. Upon completion, students should demonstrate an effective use of these elements and principles of design in creating two-dimensional compositions. --- # ART 122 — Two-Dimensional Composition II 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the theories and practice of composing two-dimensional images. Emphasis is placed on the relation between the basic elements and principles of design and their impact on the visual message. Upon completion, students should, through personal expression, demonstrate an effective use of these elements and principles of design in creating two-dimensional compositions. --- # ART 127 — Three-Dimensional Composition 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the elements of art, principles of design, and construction methods that acquaint the beginner with the fundamentals of three-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on the use of art fundamentals and the creative exploration of materials in constructing three-dimensional art works. --- # ART 133 — Ceramics I 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces methods of clay forming as a means of expression. Topics may include hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, construction, design, and the functional and aesthetic aspects of pottery. Upon completion, students should demonstrate through their work, a knowledge of the methods, as well as an understanding of the craftsmanship and aesthetics involved in ceramics. --- # ART 134 — Ceramics II 3 credits · 3 hours This course develops the methods of clay forming as a means of expression. Topics may include hand building, glazing, design and the functional and aesthetic aspects of pottery, although emphasis will be placed on the wheel throwing method. Upon completion, students should demonstrate improved craftsmanship and aesthetic quality in the production of pottery. --- # ART 173 — Photography I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the art of photography. Emphasis is placed on the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography with detailed instruction in darkroom techniques. Upon completion, students should understand the camera as a creative tool, understand the films, chemicals and papers, and have a knowledge of composition and history. --- # ART 174 — Photography II 3 credits · 3 hours This course advances the students’ technical and aesthetic knowledge of photography beyond the introductory level. Emphasis is placed on photographic composition and darkroom techniques as a means of communication. Upon completion, students should demonstrate through the photographic process their creative and communication skills. --- # ART 203 — Art History I 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the chronological development of different forms of art, such as sculpture, painting, and architecture. Emphasis is placed on history from the ancient period through the Renaissance. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate a knowledge of time period and chronological sequence including a knowledge of themes, styles and the impact of society on the arts. --- # ART 204 — Art History II 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers a study of the chronological development of different forms of art, such as sculpture, painting and architecture. Emphasis is placed on history from the Baroque to the present. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate a knowledge of time period and chronological sequence including a knowledge of themes, styles, and the impact of society on the arts. --- # ART 221 — Computer Graphics I 3 credits · 3 hours These courses are designed to enhance the student's ability to produce computer generated graphics. Emphasis is on the application of original design to practical visual art problems. Upon completion students should be proficient in the use of raster graphic software. --- # ART 222 — Computer Graphics II 3 credits · 3 hours These courses are designed to enhance the student’s ability to produce computer generated graphics. Emphasis is on the application of original design to practical problems using a variety of hardware and software. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of professional computer graphics. --- # ART 233 — Painting I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce the student to fundamental painting processes and materials. Topics include art fundamentals, color theory, and composition. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the fundamentals of art and discuss various approaches to the media and the creative processes associated with painting. --- # ART 234 — Painting II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop the student’s knowledge of the materials and procedures of painting beyond the introductory level. Emphasis is placed on the creative and technical problems associated with communicating through composition and style. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the application of the fundamentals of painting and the creative process to the communication of ideas. --- # ART 291 — Supervised Study in Studio Art I 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to enable the student to continue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics are to be chosen by the student with the approval of the instructor. Upon completion, students should have a greater expertise in a particular area of art. --- # ART 292 — Supervised Study in Studio Art II 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to enable the student to continue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics are chosen by the student with the approval of the instructor. Upon completion, students should have greater expertise in a particular area of art. --- # ART 299 — Art Portfolio 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to help the art major in the preparation and presentation of an art portfolio. Emphasis is placed on representing the student’s potential as an artist in order to interest employers, clients or schools. Upon completion, students should be able to make a professional presentation of their design and communication skills. --- # ABR 111 — Non-Structural Repair 3 credits · 3 hours Students are introduced to basic principles of non-structural panel repairs. Topics include shop safety, identification and use of hand/power tools, panel preparation, sheet metal repairs, and materials. --- # ABR 114 — Non-Structural Panel Replacement 3 credits · 3 hours Students are introduced to principles of non-structural panel replacement. Topics include replacement and alignment of bolt on panels, full and partial panel replacement procedures, and attachment methods. --- # ABR 122 — Surface Preparation 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to methods of surface preparation for vehicular refinishing. Topics include sanding techniques, metal treatment, selection undercoats, and proper masking procedures. --- # ABR 123 — Paint Application & Equipment 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to methods of paint application and equipment used for vehicular refinishing. Topics include spray gun and related equipment use, paint mixing, matching, and applying the final topcoat. --- # ABR 151 — Safety & Environmental Practices 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to instruct the student in safe work practices. Topics include OSHA requirements, the right to know laws, EPA regulations, as well as state and local laws. --- # ABR 154 — Automotive Glass and Trim 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of automotive glass and trim. Emphasis is placed on removal and replacement of structural glass, non-structural glass, and automotive trim. Upon completion, students should be able to remove and replace automotive trim and glass. --- # ABR 156 — Cutting and Welding 3 credits · 3 hours Students are introduced to the various automotive cutting and welding processes. Emphasis is placed on safety, plasma arc and oxy-acetylene cutting, resistance type spot welding, and Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform automotive cutting and welding procedures. --- # ABR 157 — Plastic Repairs 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in automotive plastic repairs. Topics include plastic welding (airless, hot and chemical), use of flexible repair fillers, identification of types of plastics, and determining the correct repair procedures for each. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly identify and repair the different types of automotive plastics. --- # ABR 181 — Special Topics in Auto Body 3 credits · 3 hours This course is guided independent study in special projects to give the student additional training in a specific area selected by the instructor. Emphasis is placed on individual student needs to improve or expand skills. Upon course completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills to meet specific needs. --- # ABR 182 — Special Topics in Auto Body 3 credits · 3 hours This course is guided independent study in special projects to give the student additional training in a specific area selected by the instructor. Emphasis is placed on individual student needs to improve or expand skills. Upon course completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills to meet specific needs. --- # ABR 213 — Automotive Structural Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Students learn methods of determining structural misalignment. Topics include methods of inspection, types of measuring equipment, data sheets, and identifying types of structural damage. --- # ABR 214 — Automotive Structural Repair 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in the correction of structural damage. Topics include types and use of alignment equipment, anchoring and pulling methods, and repair/replacement of structural components. --- # ABR 223 — Automotive Mechanical Components 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in collision related mechanical repairs. Emphasis is placed on diagnosis and repairs to drive train, steering/suspension components, and various other mechanical repairs. --- # ABR 224 — Automotive Electrical Components 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in collision related electrical repairs and various restraints systems, including seat belts, seat belt tensioners, and airbags. Topics include basic DC theory, types of diagnostic equipment, circuit protection, wire repair and use of wiring diagrams, airbag modules, and impact sensors. --- # ABR 255 — Steering & Suspension 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the various types of suspension and steering systems used in the automotive industry. Emphasis is placed on system components, suspension angles, and effect of body/frame alignment on these components and angles. --- # ABR 258 — Heating & AC in Collision Repair 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of automotive air conditioning, heating, and cooling systems. Topics include automotive air conditioning, heating and cooling systems theory, component replacement and system services. --- # ABR 261 — Restraint Systems 3 credits · 3 hours Both the function and design of various restraints and passive restraints systems, including seat belts, seat belt tensioners, and airbags, will be discussed. Topics include airbag modules and impact sensors for both front and side airbag systems. Students learn about using service manuals, flow charts, and wiring diagrams during the diagnosis and repair process. --- # ABR 265 — Paint Defects & Final Repairs 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to methods of identifying paint defects, causes, cures, and final detailing. Students learn to troubleshoot and correct paint imperfections. --- # ABR 266 — Aluminum Welding in Collision Repair 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the principles and techniques of aluminum GMA (MIG) welding. Students learn to set up and tune a welding machine, address safety issues, perform proper welding techniques, prepare metal surfaces, and identify and correct weld defects. --- # ABR 267 — Shop Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the students to the basic principles of body shop management. Emphasis is placed on management structure, customer/insurance company relations, sound business practices, principles of cycle time, and basice collision/damage estimation. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of operating a collison repair facility. --- # ABR 281 — Special Topics in Auto Body 3 credits · 3 hours This course is guided independent study in special projects to give the student additional training in a specific area selected by the instructor. Emphasis is placed on individual student’s need to improve or expand skills. Upon course completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills to meet specific needs. --- # ABR 293 — Auto Body Repair Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide practical shop experience for advanced students through part-time employment in the collision repair industry. Emphasis is placed on techniques used in collision repair facilities. Upon completion, students should have gained skills necessary for entry level employment. --- # ADM 291 — MSSC Safety Course 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to safety in a manufacturing environment. Topics covered include • Work in a safe an productive manufacturing workplace • Perform safety and environmental inspections • Perform emergency drills and participate in emergency teams • Identify unsafe conditions and take corrective action • Provide safety orientation for all employees • Train personnel to use equipment safely • Suggest process and procedures that support safety of work environment • Fulfill safety and health requirements for maintenance, installation and… --- # ADM 292 — MSSC Quality Practices and Measurement Course 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to quality practices and measurement in a manufacturing environment. Topics covered include • Participate in periodic internal quality audit activities • Check calibration of gages and other data collection equipment • Suggest continuous improvements • Inspect materials and product/process at all stages to ensure they meet specifications • Document the results of quality problems • Communicate quality problems • Take corrective actions to restore or maintain quality • Record process outcomes and trends • Identify fu… --- # ADM 293 — MSSC Manufacturing Processes and Production Course 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to manufacturing processes and production in a manufacturing environment. Topics covered include • Identify customer needs • Determine resources available for the production process • Set up equipment for the production process • Set team production goals • Make job assignments • Coordinate work flow with team members and other work groups • Communicate production and material requirements and product specifications • Preform and monitor the process to make the product • Document product and process compliance with… --- # ADM 294 — MSSC Maintenance Awareness Course 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to maintenance awareness in a manufacturing environment. Topics covered include • Prepare preventative maintenance and routine repair • Monitor indicators to ensure correct operations • Perform all housekeeping to maintain production schedule • Recognize potential maintenance issues with basic production systems, including knowledge of when to inform maintenance personnel about problems with: 1. electrical systems; 2. pneumatic systems 3. hydraulic systems; 4. machine automation systems 5. lubrication systems 6. bea… --- # AUM 101 — Fundamentals of Automotive Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides basic instruction in Fundamentals of Automotive Technology. --- # AUM 112 — Electrical Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the principles and laws of electricity. Emphasis is placed on wiring diagrams, test equipment, and identifying series, parallel and series-parallel circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to calculate, build, and measure circuits. --- # AUM 121 — Braking Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in automotive technology or auto mechanics. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of brakes. ABR 223 Automotive Mechanical Components is a suitable substitute for this course. --- # AUM 122 — Steering, Suspension and Alignment 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in automotive technology or auto mechanics. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of steering and suspension. ABR 255 - Steering & Suspension is a suitable substitute for this course. --- # AUM 124 — Automotive Engines 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction on the operation, design, and superficial repair of automotive engines. Emphasis is placed on understanding the four stroke cycle, intake and exhaust manifolds and related parts, engine mechanical timing components, engine cooling and lubrication system principles and repairs, and basic fuel and ignition operation. --- # AUM 130 — Drive Train and Axles 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides basic instruction in automotive drive trains and axles. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and application of basic internal and external operation relating to proper operation and driveability. ABR 223 Automotive Mechanical Components is a suitable substitute for this course. --- # AUM 133 — Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides basic instruction in theory, operation, and repair of automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and repair of vehicle air conditioning and heating systems, including but not limited to air management, electrical and vacuum controls, refrigerant recovery, and component replacement. ABR 258 - Heating and AC in Collision Repair is a suitable substitute for this course. --- # AUM 162 — Electrical and Electronic Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This is an intermediate course in automotive electrical and electronic systems. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and repair of battery, starting, charging, and lighting systems, subsystems, and components. --- # AUM 182 — Special Topics in Elecrical Systems 2 credits · 2 hours This is an intermediate course in automotive electrical and electronic systems. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and repair of battery, starting, charging, and lighting systems, subsystems, and components. --- # AUM 212 — Advanced Electrical and Electronic Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in advanced automotive electrical and electronic systems. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and repair of advanced electrical and electronic systems, subsystems, and components. --- # AUM 220 — Advanced Automotive Engines 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides in-depth instruction concerning internal engine diagnosis, overhaul and repair, including but not necessarily limited to the replacement of timing chains, belts, and gears, as well as the replacement or reconditioning of valve train components as well as replacement of pistons, connecting rods, piston rings, bearings, lubrication system components, gaskets, and oil seals. --- # AUM 224 — Manual Transmission and Transaxle 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers basic instruction in manual transmissions and transaxles. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and application of basic internal and external operation relating to proper operation and driveability. --- # AUM 230 — Auto Transmission and Transaxle 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers basic instruction in automatic transmissions and transaxles. Emphasis is placed on the comprehension of principles and powerflow of automatic transmissions and repairing or replacing internal and external components. --- # AUM 239 — Engine Performance 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides basic instruction in engine performance with emphasis on fuel and ignition systems relating to engine operation. --- # AUM 244 — Engine Performance and Diagnostics 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides advanced instruction in engine performance. Emphasis is placed on engine management and computer controls of ignition, fuel, and emissions systems relating to engine performance and driveability. --- # AUM 246 — Automotive Emissions 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory course in automotive emission systems. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and repair of systems, subsystems, and components. --- # AUM 281 — Special Topics in Transmissions 3 credits · 3 hours These courses are designed to allow the student to specialize in a particular area of study with minimum instruction in automotive mechanics application and with evaluation at the instructor’s discretion. Emphasis is placed on a topic/ project that the student is interested in and may include any automotive or related area in automotive mechanics. Upon completion, the student should be able to work with minimum instruction and execute the necessary techniques to finish a live work project of his/her choice. --- # AUM 291 — Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to automotive mechanics. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his/her work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting. --- # BIO 101 — Introduction to Biology I 4 credits · 4 hours This is an introductory course designed for non-science majors. It includes physical, chemical, and biological principles common to all organisms. These principles are explained through a study of the scientific method, biological organization, cellular structure, bioenergetics of a cell, cell reproduction, gene theory, inheritance, and evolution. A 120-minute laboratory per week is required. --- # BIO 102 — Introduction to Biology II 4 credits · 4 hours Introduction to Biology II is the second of a two-sequence course designed for non-science majors. It includes evolutionary principles and relationships, environmental and ecological topics, phylogenetics and classification, and a survey of biodiversity. A 120-minute laboratory is required. --- # BIO 103 — Principles of Biology I 4 credits · 4 hours BIO 103A is the theory portion only of BIO 103. Students must take BIO 103L as a co-requisite to BIO 103A. BIO 103L is the lab portion that accompanies the lecture class. Sections listed as BIO 103 include both the theory/lecture (A) and lab (L) portions of the course. This is an introductory course for both science and non-science majors. It covers physical, chemical, and biological principles common to all organisms. These principles are explained through the study of cell structure and function, cellular reproduction, basic biochemistry, cell energetics, the process of photosynthesis, and… --- # BIO 104 — Principles of Biology II 4 credits · 4 hours This course is an introduction to the basic ecological and evolutionary relationships of plants, fungi, and animals and a survey of plant, fungi, and animal diversity including classification, morphology, physiology, and reproduction. A 180-minute laboratory is required. --- # BIO 111 — Survey of Human Biology 4 credits · 4 hours This course for the non-science major covers an overview of structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on major organ systems. Laboratory is required. This course is offered upon sufficient enrollment, and is not a core transfer course. --- # BIO 201 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 credits · 4 hours Human Anatomy and Physiology I covers the structure and function of the human body. Included is an orientation of the human body; a study of cells and tissues, joints, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems; and the senses. Dissection, histological studies, and physiology are featured in the laboratory experience. A 120-minute laboratory is required. --- # BIO 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 credits · 4 hours Human Anatomy and Physiology II covers the structure and function of the human body. Included is the study of basic nutrition and metabolism; basic principles of fluids, electrolytes, and acid-base balance; and the endocrine, respiratory, digestive, urinary, cardiovascular, lymphatic, and reproductive systems. Dissection, histological studies, and physiology are featured in the laboratory experience. A 120-minute laboratory is required. --- # BIO 220 — General Microbiology 4 credits · 4 hours This course covers the fundamental principles of microbiology, which includes the characteristics of bacteria, archaea, eukaryotes, and viruses; chemical and physical control methods of microbial growth; and interactions between microbes and humans in relation to pathology, immunology, and the role of normal biota. The laboratory experience focuses on microbiological techniques including culturing, microscopy, staining, identification, and control of microorganisms. Two 120-minute laboratories are required. --- # BIO 250 — Directed Studies in Biology I 1 credits · 1 hours This course allows independent study under the direction of an instructor. Topics to be included in the course material will be approved by the instructor prior to the beginning of the class. Upon completion students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics as specified by the instructor. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # BUS 193 — Business Co-Op I 1 credits · 1 hours This course is part of a series wherein the student works in an accounting-related job. Emphasis is placed on student’s work experience as it integrates academic knowledge with practical application through exposure to accounting practices in the business environment. The grade is based on the employer’s evaluation of each student’s productivity, content of a descriptive report submitted by the student, and student development and assessment of a learning contract. --- # BUS 198 — Computer Information Systems in a Call Center 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a “hands-on” introduction to the computer systems used in a typical call center. Topics include computer fundamentals, basic hardware, and specific software applications common to the call center industry. Working within a customer information database and basic keyboarding will also be a component of this course. --- # BUS 199 — Call Center Operations 2 credits · 2 hours This course is an introduction to the call center environment. Topics include call center organizational structures, terminology, how calls are screened and routed, basic telephone functions, and the call flow process. Also included is an overview of customer service and the competitive advantage in the marketplace and performance measures used in typical call centers. --- # BUS 215 — Business Communication 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers written, oral and nonverbal communications. Topics include the application of communication principles to the production of clear, correct, and logically organized faxes, e-mail, memos, letters, resumes, reports, and other business communications. --- # BUS 241 — Principles of Accounting I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide a basic theory of accounting principles and practices used by service and merchandising enterprises. Emphasis is placed on financial accounting, including the accounting cycle, and financial statement preparation analysis. --- # BUS 242 — Principles of Accounting II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of BUS 241. In addition to a study of financial accounting, this course also places emphasis upon managerial accounting, with coverage of corporations, statement analysis, introductory cost accounting, and use of information for planning, control, and decision making. --- # BUS 248 — Managerial Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to familiarize the student with management concepts and techniques of industrial accounting procedures. Emphasis is placed on cost behavior, contribution approach to decision-making, budgeting, overhead analysis, cost-volume-profit, analysis and cost accounting systems. --- # BUS 263 — The Legal and Social Environment of Business 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of the legal and social environment for business operations with emphasis on contemporary issues and their subsequent impact on business. Topics include the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the legislative process, civil and criminal law, administrative agencies, trade regulations, consumer protection, contracts, employment and personal property. --- # BUS 271 — Business Statistics I 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory study of basic statistical concepts applied to economic and business problems. Topics include the collection, classification, and presentation of data, statistical description and analysis of data, measures of central tendency and dispersion, elementary probability, sampling, estimation and introduction to hypothesis testing. --- # BUS 272 — Business Statistics II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of BUS 271. Topics include sampling theory, statistical interference, regression and correlation, chi square, analysis of variance, time series index numbers, and decision theory. --- # BUS 275 — Principles of Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a basic study of the principles of management. Topics include planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling with emphasis on practical business applications. --- # BUS 279 — Small Business Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of the creation and operation of a small business. Topics include buying a franchise, starting a business, identifying capital resources, understanding markets, managing customer credit, managing accounting systems, budgeting systems, inventory systems, purchasing insurance, and the importance of appropriate legal counsel. --- # BUS 285 — Principles of Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a general overview of the field of marketing. Topics include marketing strategies, channels of distribution, marketing research, and consumer behavior. --- # BUS 298 — Directed Studies 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers independent study under faculty supervision. Emphasis is placed on subject relevancy and student interest and need. --- # CAB 101 — Introduction to Cabinetmaking 3 credits · 3 hours This is a beginning woodworking course which deals with basic materials and processes. Topics include basic safety procedures while in the Cabinet shop, an introduction to the safe use of tools and equipment, basic measurement principles, wood products, cutting, and fastening. Upon course completion, students should be able to safely inspect and use shop equipment, measure, mark, and perform various types of cuts, and assemble a specified project. --- # CAB 102 — Introduction to Lumber and Wood Products 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory course to lumber, grades, sizes, characteristics, and uses. Topics include the natural properties of trees, identification of various types of wood, the milling process, various defects found in wood, and how it is manufactured. Upon completion the students should be knowledgeable in the wood and wood products for the production of cabinets and fine furniture. --- # CAB 103 — Sizes, Dimension, and Joints 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of cutting lumber to dimensions and materials to size with power tools. Emphasis is on job planning and the construction of all types of joints made with hand and power tools. Upon course completion, students should be able to plan jobs, make shop drawings, job layouts and patterns. --- # CAB 104 — Cabinet Shop Operations 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers start up and general operation of a cabinet shop. Topics include shop organization, fire safety, financing, and tool acquistion. Upon completion, students should have basic knowledge of starting a custom cabinet shop. --- # CAB 110 — Equipment Maintenance 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory course to maintaining woodworking tools and equipment. Emphasis is on equipment inspection, cleaning and lubrication, as well as removing and replacing saw blades, jointer, shaper, and planer knives. Upon course completion, students should be proficient in maintaining basic woodworking equipment. --- # CAB 141 — Woodfinishing 3 credits · 3 hours Emphasis is on filling, rubbing, spraying, and building up finishes. Upon course completion, students should be able to perform woodfinishing procedures. --- # CAB 204 — Cabinetmaking and Millwork 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on design and construction of casework. Topics include study of designs, construction and installation of kitchen cabinets, vanities, shelves, and other casework and the use and installation of cabinet hardware. Upon completion, students should be able to design, construct and install basic interior casework. --- # CAB 230 — Estimating Costs in Cabinetmaking 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on estimating costs necessary to complete cabinetmaking projects. Emphasis is on figuring costs of materials and labor and on the use of pertinent formulas. Upon completion, students should be able to estimate costs of complete cabinetmaking projects. --- # CAR 111 — Construction Basics 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the opportunities in and requirements of the construction industry. Topics include economic outlook for construction, employment outlook, job opportunities, training, apprenticeship, entrepreneurship, construction tools, materials, and equipment, job safety and OSHA standards. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the job market, types of training, knowledge of apprenticeship opportunities, construction tools, materials, equipment, and safety procedures. --- # CAR 112 — Floors, Walls, Site Prep 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to floor and wall layout, and construction. Topics include methods of house framing, components of floor framing, layouts, sub-flooring, connectors and fasteners, and site preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of floor framing systems, select the sizes of floor joists, identify types of house framing, list types of fasteners, and identify property lines, set backs, and demonstrate a working knowledge of terrain and batter boards. --- # CAR 113 — Floors, Walls, Site Prep Lab 3 credits · 3 hours The student will engage in applications of floor and wall construction, application of required tools, use of the builder transit, level rod, tape measure and grade stakes. Emphasis is placed on cutting sill plates, floor joists, girders, header bridging, sub-flooring, stud wall partitions, door and window headers, wall bracing, leveling instruments, and batter boards. Upon completion, students should be able to layout and construct a floor, including the sill, joist bridging and openings, install sub-flooring, construct interior and exterior walls, and layout property stakes of site plans. --- # CAR 114 — Construction Basics Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides practical and safe application of hand, portable power, stationary and pneumatic tools, use of building materials, fasteners and adhesives, and job site safety. Emphasis is placed on the safe use of hand, power, and pneumatic tools, proper selection of lumber, plywood, byproducts, nails, bolts, screw, adhesives, fsteners, construction materials, and job safety. Upon course completion, the student should be able to identify hand, power, stationary, and pnewumatic tools and demonstrate their safe use; identify and properly select wood and non-wood building products, and pro… --- # CAR 121 — Introduction to Blueprint Reading 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of blueprint reading. Topics include scales, symbols, site plans, and notations. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify drawings, scale various drawings, identify different types of lines, symbols, and notations. --- # CAR 131 — Roof and Ceiling Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the design and installation of roof and ceiling systems. Emphasis is placed on rafters, trusses, ceiling joists, roof decking, and roofing materials. Upon completion, students should be able to design a roof and ceiling system, identify proper installation methods of roofing materials, and describe applicable safety rules. --- # CAR 132 — Interior and Exterior Finish 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to interior and exterior finishing materials and techniques. Topics include interior trim of windows and doors, ceilings and wall moldings, exterior sidings, trim work, painting, and masonry finishes. Upon completion, students should be able to identify different types of doors, windows and moldings and describe the uses of each, identify types of exterior sidings and trim, and describe the different types of paint and their proper application. --- # CAR 133 — Roof and Ceiling Systems Lab 3 credits · 3 hours The course provides students with practical experience in building and installing roof and ceiling systems. Emphasis is placed on job site safety, layout and cutting of rafters and joists, cutting and building trusses, installing roof decking and roofing materials. Upon completion, students should be able to cut and install rafters, joists and trusses, cut and apply roof decking and roofing materials, and apply safety rules for job site. --- # CHM 099 — Developmental Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for students with little or no background in chemistry. This preparatory course offers a detailed review of the mathematical base for chemistry, including formulas and equations, and covers basic chemical calculations of stoichiometry, gas laws and solutions. Laboratory techniques and safety are also included. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # CHM 104 — Introduction to Chemistry I 4 credits · 4 hours This is a survey course of general chemistry for students who do not intend to major in science or engineering, and the course may not be substituted for CHM 111. Lecture will emphasize the facts, principles, and theories of general chemistry including math operations, matter and energy, atomic structure, symbols and formulas, nomenclature, the periodic table, bonding concepts, equations, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, phases of matter, solutions, and acids and bases. Laboratory is required. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further info… --- # CHM 105 — Introduction to Chemistry II 4 credits · 4 hours This is a survey course of organic chemistry and biochemistry for students who do not intend to major in science or engineering, and this course will not substitute for CHM 112. Topics will include basic nomenclature, classification of organic compounds, typical organic reactions, reactions involved in life processes, function of biomolecules. Laboratory is required. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # CHM 111 — College Chemistry I 4 credits · 4 hours This is the first course in a two-semester sequence designed for the science or engineering major who is expected to have a strong background in mathematics. Topics in this course include measurement, nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, equations and reactions, basic concepts of thermochemistry, chemical and physical properties, bonding, molecular structure, gas laws, kinetic molecular theory, condensed matter, solutions, and some descriptive chemistry topics. Laboratory is required. --- # CHM 112 — College Chemistry II 4 credits · 4 hours This is the second course in a two-semester sequence designed primarily for the science and engineering student who is expected to have a strong background in mathematics. Topics in this course include solutions chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, oxidation-reduction, and selected topics. Laboratory is required. --- # CHM 221 — Organic Chemistry I 4 credits · 4 hours This is the first course in a two-semester sequence. Topics in this course include nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties, synthesis, and typical reactions for organic compounds with special emphasis on reaction mechanisms and stereochemistry. Laboratory is required. Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # CHM 222 — Organic Chemistry II 4 credits · 4 hours This is the second course in a two-semester sequence. Topics in this course include nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties, synthesis, and typical reactions for organic compounds with special emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. Laboratory is required. Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # CHM 250 — Directed Studies in Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for independent study in specific areas of chemistry chosen in consultation with a faculty member and carried out under faculty supervision. This course may be repeated three (3) times for credit. --- # CHD 100 — Introduction of Early Care and Education of Children 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the child education and care profession. It is designed to increase understanding of the basic concepts of child development and the developmental characteristics of children from birth through age 8/9 years. This course is the foundation for planning appropriate activities for children and establishing appropriate expectations of young children. This class also offers an opportunity to study the developmental domains (social, emotional, cognitive/language and physical). Course includes observations of the young child in early childhood settings. --- # CHD 201 — Child Growth and Development Principles 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a systematic study of child growth and development from conception through early childhood. Emphasis is placed on principles underlying physical, mental, emotional and social development, and on methods of child study and practical implications. Upon completion, students should be able to use knowledge of how young children differ in their development and approaches to learning to provide opportunities that support the physical, social, emotional, language, cognitive, and aesthetic development of children. --- # CHD 202 — Children’s Creative Experiences 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on fostering creativity in preschool children and developing a creative attitude in teachers. Topics include selecting and developing creative experiences in language arts, music, art, science, math and movement with observation and participation with young children required. Upon completion, students should be able to select and implement creative and age-appropriate experiences for young children. --- # CHD 203 — Children’s Literature and Language Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys appropriate literature and language arts activities designed to enhance young children’s speaking, listening pre-reading and writing skills. Emphasis is placed on developmental appropriateness as related to language. Upon completion, students should be able to create, evaluate and demonstrate activities which support a language-rich environment for young children. --- # CHD 204 — Methods and Materials for Teaching Children 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces basic methods and materials used in teaching young children. Emphasis is placed on students compiling a professional resource file of activities used for teaching math, language arts, science, and social studies concepts. Upon completion students will be able to demonstrate basic methods of creating learning experiences using developmental appropriate techniques, materials, and realistic expectations, including infant and toddler and pre-school. Course includes observations of young children in a variety of childcare environments. --- # CHD 205 — Program Planning for Educating Young Children 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with knowledge to develop programs for early child development. Specific content includes a review of child development concepts and program contents. Upon completion students will be able to develop and evaluate effective programs for the education of young children. --- # CHD 206 — Children’s Health and Safety 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces basic health, nutrition and safety management practices for young children. Emphasis is placed on setting up and maintaining a safe, healthy environment for young children including specific procedures for infants and toddlers and procedures regarding childhood illnesses and communicable diseases. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare a healthy, safe environment, plan nutritious meals and snacks, and recommend referrals if necessary. --- # CHD 208 — Administration of Child Development Programs 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes appropriate administrative policies and procedures relevant to preschool programs. Topics include local, state and federal regulations; budget planning; record keeping; personnel policies and parent involvement. Upon completion, students should be able to identify elements of a sound business plan, develop familiarity with basic recordkeeping techniques, and identify elements of a developmental^ appropriate program. --- # CHD 209 — Infant and Toddler Education Programs 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on child development from infancy to thirty-five months of age with emphasis on planning programs using developmentally appropriate material. Emphasis is placed on positive ways to support an infant’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Upon completion, students should be able to plan an infant-toddler program and environment which is appropriate and supportive of the families and the children. --- # CHD 210 — Educating Children with Exceptional Needs 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the many different types of exceptionalities found in young children. Topics include speech, language, hearing and visual impairments; gifted and talented children; mental retardation; emotional, behavioral, and neurological handicaps. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate strategies for working with young exceptional children. --- # CHD 211 — Child Development Seminar 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students with knowledge of a variety of issues and trends related the childcare profession. Subject matter will vary according to industry and student needs. Upon completion students should be able to discuss special topics related to current trends and issues in child development. --- # CHD 214 — Families and Communities in Early Care and Education Programs 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with information about working with diverse families and communities. Students will be introduced to family and community settings, the importance of relationships with children, and the pressing needs of today’s society. Students will study and practice techniques for developing these important relationships and effective communication skills. --- # CHD 215 — Supervised Practical Experience in Early Childhood Education 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a minimum of 90 hours of hands-on, supervised experience in an approved program for young children. Students will develop a portfolio documenting experiences gained during this course. --- # CIS 146 — Microcomputer Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the most common microcomputer software applications. These software packages should include typical features of applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and presentation software. Upon completion, students will be able to utilize selected features of these packages. This course will help prepare students for the MOS and IC3 certification. This course or an equivalent is CORE for the AAT and AAS CIS programs. NOTE: CIS 146 satisfies the mathematics proficiencies for Area III for the Cyber Security Technician Certificate and the… --- # CIS 147 — Advanced Microcomputer Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of CIS 146 in which students utilize the advanced features of topics covered in CIS 146. Advanced functions and integration of word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation packages among other topics are generally incorporated into the course and are to be applied to situations found in society and business. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply the advanced features of selected software appropriately to typical problems found in society and business. This course will help prepare students for the MOS certification. --- # CIS 148 — Post Advanced Microcomputer Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course builds on concepts associated with various microcomputer applications with emphasis on advanced features commonly found in software applications. Advanced features of word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation packages are introduced. Features such as macros, Visual Basic Applications, and online features are included in the content of the course. Upon completion, the student will be able to apply the advanced features of selected software to the workplace. This course will help prepare students for the MOS certification. --- # CIS 155 — Introduction to Mobile App Development 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course is to introduce the students to various app development tools for various mobile platforms. Specific topics include: app distribution sources, mobile device operating systems, surveys of app development software, processes for design, build, deploying, and optimizing apps. At the conclusion of this course students will be able to design, build, deploy, and optimize a basic app. --- # CIS 157 — Introduction to App Development with Swift 3 credits · 3 hours This introductory one semester course is designed to help students build a solid foundation in programming fundamentals using Swift as the language. Students get practical experience with the tools, techniques, and concepts needed to build a basic I OS system. --- # CIS 189 — Co-Op for CIS I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is part of a series wherein the student works in a degree/program related job. Emphasis is placed on student’s work experience as it integrates academic knowledge with practical application through exposure to computer practices in informational technologies environment. The grade is based on the employer’s evaluation of each student’s productivity, content of a descriptive report submitted by the student, and student development and assessment of a learning contract. --- # CIS 199 — Network Communications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of computer networks. Emphasis is placed on gaining an understanding of the terminology and technology involved in implementing networked systems. The course will cover the OSI and TCP/IP network models, communications protocols, transmission media, networking hardware and software, LANs (Local Area Networks) and WANs (Wide Area Networks), Client/Server technology, the Internet, Intranets and network troubleshooting. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to design and implement a computer network. Students will… --- # CIS 202 — Python Programming 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the Python programming language. Topics include input and output, decision structures, repetition structures, functions, working with files, strings, object-oriented programming and inheritance. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests. --- # CIS 205 — Control Language and Utilities Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces computer operation and the job or executive language on a mini- or mainframe computer using both batch and on-line techniques. Utilities including sorts, screen design aids, and control programs while operating system concepts such as scheduling are introduced. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests. --- # CIS 207 — Introduction to Web Development 3 credits · 3 hours Notepad and Internet Explorer are used in this course. At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to use specified markup languages to develop basic Web pages. --- # CIS 209 — Advanced Web Development 3 credits · 3 hours This is an advanced Web design course emphasizing the use of scripting languages to develop interactive Web sites. Upon completion students will be able to create data driven Web sites. This course helps prepare students for the Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Foundations certification. XAMPT is a free web portable server used in this course. --- # CIS 214 — Security Analysis (PEN Testing) 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the concept of security analysis, or penetration testing, of information systems. Students will evaluate the security of a computer system or network, assessing security risks from the position of a potential attacker. Emphasis is on identifying security flaws and providing technical solutions. --- # CIS 220 — App Development with Swift 3 credits · 3 hours This is the first of two courses designed to teach specific skills related to app development using Swift language. --- # CIS 227 — App Development with Swift II 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on building specific features for IOS apps. Students apply their knowledge and skills to developing new apps. --- # CIS 245 — Cyber Defense 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with information on the concept of cyber defense. Topics include information relative to legal aspects of cyber-attacks, threats to various levels of national and local social infrastructure, financial systems, personal data, and other direct and indirect threats. As part of this course students explore current and historical cyber threats and U. S. policy regarding infrastructure protection. --- # CIS 246 — Ethical Hacking 3 credits · 3 hours This course emphasizes scanning, testing, and securing computer systems. The lab-intensive environment provides opportunities to understand how perimeter defenses work and how hackers are able to compromise information systems. With awareness of hacking strategies, students learn to counteract those attempts in an ethical manner. --- # CIS 249 — Microcomputer Operating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to microcomputer operating systems. Topics include a description of the operating system, system commands, and effective and efficient use of the microcomputer with the aid of its system programs. Upon completion, students should understand the function and role of the operating system, its operational characteristics, its configuration, how to execute programs, and efficient disk and file management. --- # CIS 251 — C++ Programming 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the C++ programming language including object oriented programming. Topics include: problem solving and design; control structures; objects and events; user interface construction; and document and program testing. --- # CIS 255 — Java Programming 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the Java programming language. Topics in this course include object-oriented programming constructs, Web page applet development, class definitions, threads, events and exceptions. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests. --- # CIS 261 — COBOL Programming 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the COBOL programming language. Included are structured programming techniques, report preparation, arithmetic operations, conditional statements, group totals, and table processing. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests. --- # CIS 263 — Computer Maintenance 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with hands-on practical experience in installing software, operating systems, troubleshooting, and maintaining systems. The class will help to prepare participants for the A+ certification sponsored by CompTIA. --- # CIS 280 — Network Security 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a study of threats to network security and methods of securing a computer network from such threats. Topics included in this course are security risks, intrusion detection, and methods of securing authentication, network access, remote access, Web access, and wired and wireless network communications. Upon completion, students will be able to identify security risks and describe appropriate counter measures. --- # CIS 284 — CIS Internship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in a degree/program related environment. Emphasis is placed on the student’s “real world” work experience as it integrates academics with practical applications that relate meaningfully to careers in the computer discipline. Significance is also placed on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks as provided by the “real world” work experience. Grades for this course will be based on a combination of the employer’s evaluation of the student, and the contents of a report submitted by the student. Upon completi… --- # CIS 291 — Case Study in Computer Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a case study involving the assignment of a complete system development project for analysis, programming, implementation, and documentation. Topics include planning system analysis and design, programming techniques, coding and documentation. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and document a comprehensive computer information system. --- # CIS 294 — Special Topics- Business and Industry Project I 3 credits · 3 hours This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered. Course content wil be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate specified skills. --- # CIS 296 — Special Topics- Business and Industry Project II 3 credits · 3 hours This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered. Course content wil be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of th ecourse topic through completion of asignments and approriate tests. --- # CIS 297 — Co-Op for CIS II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is part of a seires wherin the student works in a degree/program related job. Emphasis is placed on student’s work experience as it integrates academic knowledge with practical application through exposure to computer practices in informational technologies environment. The grade is based on the student’s productivity, content of a descriptive report submitted by the student, and student development and assessment of a learning contract. --- # CIS 299 — Directed Studies in Computer Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course allows independent study under the direction of an instructor. Topics to be included in the course material will be approved by the instructor prior to or at the beginning of the class. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics as specified by the instructor. --- # CNC 227 — Introduction to Statistical Process Control 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introduction course in statistical process control of manufacturing processes. Topics include control charts, pareto diagrams, and cause-effect diagrams. Upon completion, students are expected to perform basic functions in analysis and control of manufacturing processes. --- # CNC 230 — Computer Numerical Control Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to allow students to work in the lab with limited supervision. The student is to enhance their proficiency levels on various CNC machine tools. Upon completion, students are expected to plan, execute, and present results of advanced CNC products. --- # COS 111 — Introduction to Cosmetology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the history and development of cometology and standards of professional behavior. Students receive basic information regarding principles and practices of infection control, diseases, and disorders. Additionally students receive introductory information regarding hair design. The information presented in this course is enhanced by hands-on application performed in a controlled lab environment. Upon completion, students should be able to apply safety rules and regulations and write procedures for skills identified in this course. --- # COS 112 — Introduction to Cosmetology Lab 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students are provided the practical experience for sanitation, shampooing, hair shaping, and hairstyling. Emphasis is placed on disinfection, shampooing, hair shaping, and hairstyling for various types of hair for men and women. This course offers opportunities for students to put into practice concepts learned in the theory component from COS 111. --- # COS 113 — Theory of Chemical Services 3 credits · 3 hours During this course, students learn concepts of theory of chemical services related to the chemical hair texturing. Specific topics include basics of chemistry and electricity, properties of the hair and scalp, and chemical texture services. Safety considerations are emphasized throughout this course. This course is foundational for other courses providing more detailed instruction on these topics. --- # COS 114 — Chemical Services Lab 3 credits · 3 hours During this course students perform various chemical texturing actiivites. Emphsis is placed on cosmetologist and client safety, chemical use and handling, hair and scalp analysis, and client consulting. --- # COS 115 — Hair Coloring Theory 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students learn the techniques of hair coloring and hair lightening. Emphasis is placed on color application, laws, levels and classifications of color and problem solving. Upon completion, the student will be able to identify all classifications of haircoloring and the effects on the hair. --- # COS 116 — Hair Coloring Lab 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students apply hair coloring and hair lightening techniques. Topics include consultation, hair analysis, skin test and procedures and applications of all classifications of hair coloring and lightening. Upon completion, the student will be able to perform procedures for hair coloring and hair lightening. --- # COS 117 — Basic Spa Techniques 3 credits · 3 hours This course is the study of cosmetic products, massage, skin care, and hair removal, as well as identifying the structure and function of various systems of the body. Topics include massage skin analysis, skin structure, disease and disorder, light therapy, facials, facial cosmetics, anatomy, hair removal, and nail care. Upon completion, the student will be able to state procedures for analysis, light therapy, facials, hair removal, and identify the structures, functions, disorders of the skin, and nail care. --- # COS 118 — Basic Spa Techniques Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides practical applications related to the care of the skin and related structure. Emphasis is placed on facial treatments, product application, skin analysis, massage techniques, facial make-up, hair removal, and nail care. Upon completion, the student should be able to prepare clients, assemble sanitized materials, follow procedures for product application, recognize skin disorders, demonstrate facial massage movement, cosmetic application, and hair removal using safety and sanitary precautions, and nail care. --- # COS 123 — Cosmetology Salon Practices 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to allow students to practice all phases of cosmetology in a salon setting. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, receptionist duties, hair styling, hair shaping, chemical, and nail and skin services for clients. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate professionalism and the procedures of cosmetology in a salon setting. --- # COS 125 — Career and Personal Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the study and practice of personal development and career building and retaining clientele, communication skills, customer service, continuing education, and goal setting. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively and practice methods for building and retaing clientele. --- # COS 144 — Hair Shaping and Design 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students learn the art and techniques of hair shaping. Topics include hair sectioning, correct use of hair shaping implements, and elevations used to create design lines. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the techniques and procedures for creating hair designs. --- # COS 145 — Hair Shaping Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This covers the study of the art and techniques of hair shaping. Topics include hair sectioning, correct use of hair shaping implements, and elevations used to create design lines. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the techniques and procedures for creating hair designs using safety and sanitary precautions. --- # COS 162 — Special Topics in Cosmetology/Teaching Essentials 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to allow students to explore issues relevant to the profession of cosmetology. Upon completion, students should have developed new skills in areas of specialization for the cosmetology profession. --- # COS 167 — State Board Review 3 credits · 3 hours Students are provided a complete review of all procedures and practical skills pertaining to their training in the program. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the practical skills necessary to complete successfully the required State Board of Cosmetology examination and entry-level employment. --- # COS 190 — Internship in Cosmetology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide exposure to cosmetology practices in non-employment situations. Emphasis is on dependability, attitude, professional judgment, and practical cosmetology skills. Upon completion, the student should have gained skills necessary for entry-level employment. --- # COS 291 — Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to Cosmetology. The student works a minimum of 15 contact hours each week. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Registration with the AL Board of Cosmetology for a student work permit is required. Documentation on tasks and work evaluation are submitted to college instructor. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demomstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. --- # CIT 211 — Teaching and Curriculum Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on principles of teaching, teaching maturity, personality conduct, and the development of cosmetology curriculum. Emphasis is placed on teacher roles, teaching styles, teacher challenges, aspects of curriculum development, and designing individual courses. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the role of teacher, identify means of motivating students, develop a course outline, and develop lesson plans. --- # CIT 212 — Teacher Mentorship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the practice through working with a cosmetology instructor in a mentoring relationship. Emphasis is placed on communication, student assessment, and assisting students in the lab. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate with students, develop a course of study, and apply appropriate teaching methods. --- # CIT 213 — Lesson Plan Development 3 credits · 3 hours The course introduces students to methods for developing lesson plans. Emphasis is placed on writing lesson plans and on the four-step teaching plan. Upon completion, students should be able to write daily lesson plans and demonstrate the four-step teaching method. --- # CIT 214 — Lesson Plan Methods and Development 3 credits · 3 hours During this course students have the opportunity to further apply knowledge of lesson planning and lesson delivery by using lesson plans they have developed from previous courses or this course. Emphasis is placed on the use of lesson plans in various classroom and laboratory settings. Upon completion, students will be able to teach a variety of cosmetology classes using various techniques. This course serves as a suitable substitute for CIT 221. If used as a suitable substitute, this course becomes a core course. --- # CIT 221 — Lesson Plan Implementation 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide practice in preparing and using lesson plans. Emphasis is placed on organizing, writing, and presenting lesson plans using the four-step teaching method. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and present a lesson using the four step teaching method. --- # CIT 222 — Instructional Materials and Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on visual and audio aids and materials. Emphasis is placed on the use and characteristics of instructional aids. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare teaching aids and determine their most effective use. --- # CIT 223 — Instructional Materials and Methods Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide practice in preparing and using visual and audio aids and materials. Emphasis is placed on the preparation and use of different categories of instructional aids. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and effectively present different types of aids for use with a four-step lesson plan. --- # CIT 224 — Special Topics in Cosmetology Instruction 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to allow students to further develop their knowledge and skills as cosmetology instructors. Topics will be assigned based on individual student professional needs. --- # CRJ 100 — Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the entire criminal justice process from law enforcement to the administration of justice through corrections. It discusses the history and philosophy of the system and introduces various career opportunities. --- # CRJ 110 — Introduction to Law Enforcement 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the history and philosophy of law enforcement, as well as the organization and jurisdiction of local, state, and federal agencies. It includes the duties and functions of law enforcement officers. --- # CRJ 116 — Police Patrol 3 credits · 3 hours This course studies the duties, and responsibilities of the uniformed police patrol. It emphasizes the importance of patrol functions and includes principles, methods, procedures and resources used in police patrol operations. --- # CRJ 140 — Criminal Law and Procedure 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines both substantive and procedural law. The legal elements of various crimes are discussed, with attention to the Alabama Code. Areas of criminal procedure essential to the criminal justice professional are covered. --- # CRJ 146 — Criminal Evidence 3 credits · 3 hours This course considers the origins of the law of evidence and current rules of evidence. Types of evidence, their definitions and uses are covered, as well as the functions of the court regarding evidence. --- # CRJ 147 — Constitutional Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course involves constitutional law as it applies to criminal justice. It includes recent Supreme Court decisions affecting criminal justice professionals, such as right to counsel, search and seizure, due process and civil rights. --- # CRJ 150 — Introduction to Corrections 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to the philosophical and historical foundations of corrections in America. Incarceration and some of its alternatives are considered. --- # CRJ 208 — Introduction to Criminology 3 credits · 3 hours This course delves into the nature and extent of crime in the United States, as well as criminal delinquent behavior and theories of causation. The study includes criminal personalities, principles of prevention, control, and treatment. --- # CRJ 209 — Juvenile Delinquency 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the causes of delinquency. It also reviews programs of prevention, and control of juvenile delinquency as well as the role of the courts. --- # CRJ 216 — Police Organization and Administration 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Theories of management, budgeting, and various personnel issues are covered. --- # CRJ 220 — Criminal Investigation 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the theory and scope of criminal investigation. The duties and responsibilities of the investigator are included. The techniques and strategies used in investigation are emphasized. --- # CRJ 280 — Internship in Criminal Justice 3 credits · 3 hours This course involves practical experience with a criminal justice agency under faculty supervision. Permission of the instructor is required. This course may be repeated with the approval of the department head. --- # CRJ 160 — Introduction to Private Security 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the role of security for private industry. The operation, organization, and challenges of various types of private security are examined. --- # DDT 104 — Basic Computer Aided Drafting and Design 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to basic Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) functions and techniques, using “hands-on” applications. Topics include terminology, hardware, basic CADD and operating system functions, file manipulation, and basic CADD software applications in producing softcopy and hardcopy. --- # DDT 111 — Fundamentals of Drafting and Design Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course serves as an introduction to the field of drafting and design and provides a foundation for the entire curriculum. Topics include safety, lettering, tools and equipment, geometric constructions, and orthographic sketching, and drawing. --- # DDT 114 — Industrial Blueprint Reading 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with basic blueprint reading for various industrial applications. Topics include orthographic projection, dimensions and tolerances, symbols, industrial applications, scales and notes. This course may be tailored to meet a specific industry need. --- # DDT 117 — Manufacturing Processes 3 credits · 3 hours This course in materials and processes includes the principles and methodology of material selection, application, and manufacturing processes. Emphasis is directed to solids to include material characteristics, castings, forging, and die assemblies. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and understand the significance of materials’ properties, structure, basic manufacturing processes, and express and interpret material specifications. --- # DDT 124 — Intro to Technical Drawing 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers sections, auxiliary views, and basic space geometry. Emphasis will be placed on the theory as well as the mechanics of applying sections, basic dimensioning, auxiliary views, and basic space geometry. --- # DDT 127 — Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting and Design 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers intermediate-level concepts and applications of CADD. Emphasis will be placed on intermediate-level features, commands, and applications of CADD software. --- # DDT 128 — Intermediate Technical Drawing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop a strong foundation in common drafting and design practices and procedures. Topics include dimensioning concepts and pictorial drawings. --- # DDT 131 — Machine Drafting Basics 3 credits · 3 hours This course in machine drafting and design provides instruction in the largest speciality area of drafting in the United States, in terms of scope and job opportunities. Emphasis will be placed on the applications of multi-view drawings, including drawing organization and content, title blocks and parts lists, assembly drawings, detail drawings, dimensioning and application of engineering controls in producing industrial-type working drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to organize, layout, and produce industrial-type working drawings, including the application of title blocks,… --- # DDT 132 — Architectural Drafting 3 credits · 3 hours This course in architectural design and drafting introduces basic terminology, concepts and principles of architectural design and drawing. Topics include design considerations, lettering, terminology; site plans, and construction drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to draw, dimension, and specify basic residential architectural construction drawings. --- # DDT 134 — Descriptive Geometry 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to teach the fundamental concepts of descriptive geometry through an emphasis on logical reasoning, visualization, and practical applications. Topics include orthographic projection, points and lines in space, auxiliary views, plane representation, intersecting and nonintersecting lines, piercing and intersecting planes, plane development, and calculations. Upon completion, students should be able to project and intersect points, lines, and planes, with their relationships in space, as well as develop surfaces of an object for fabrication purposes. --- # DDT 181 — Special Topics in Drafting and Design Technology 3 credits · 3 hours These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to the drafting industry. Emphasis is placed on meeting students’ needs. --- # DDT 181E — Special Topics - Work Ethics 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in work ethics related to Design Engineering Technology. --- # DDT 191 — Drafting Internship 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed for those who are involved in a structured employment situation that is directly related to the field of drafting and design and is coordinated with the drafting instructor. The student must spend as least 5 hours per week in an activity planned and coordinated jointly by the instructor and the employer. Upon completion, students should have gained valuable work experience in a well-planned, coordinated training/work situation. --- # DDT 192 — Drafting Internship 2 credits · 2 hours This course is limited to those who are involved in a structured employment situation that is directly related to the field of drafting and design and is coordinated with the drafting instructor. The student must spend at least 10 hours per week in an activity planned and coordinated jointly by the instructor and the employer. Upon completion, students should have gained valuable work experience in a well-planned, coordinated training/work situation. --- # DDT 193 — Drafting Internship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is limited to those who are involved in a structured employment situation that is directly related to the field of drafting and design and is coordinated with the drafting instructor. The student must spend at least 15 hours per week in an activity planned and coordinated jointly by the instructor and the employer. Upon completion, students should have gained valuable work experience in a well-planned, coordinated training/work situation. --- # DDT 211 — Intermediate Machine Drafting 3 credits · 3 hours This second course in machine drafting and design provides more advanced instruction in the largest speciality area of drafting. Topics include applications of previously developed skills in the organization and development of more complex working drawings, use of vendor catalogs and the Machinery’s Handbook for developing specifications, and use of standardized abbreviations in working drawings. --- # DDT 212 — Intermediate Architectural Drafting 3 credits · 3 hours This second course in architectural design and drafting continues with more advanced and detailed architectural plans. Topics include floor construction and detailing, foundation, wall, and roof construction and detailing; use of standards manuals; perspective drawings; electrical plans; plumbing plans; and building materials, with emphasis on residential and some light commercial applications. Upon completion, students should be able to draw and specify advanced-level plans including various architectural details. --- # DDT 213 — Civil Drafting, Plat Maps 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the drafting practices, symbols, conventions, and standards utilized in civil engineering contract documents. Topics include site planning, land surveying, topographic surveys, along with civil terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to draw accurate plat maps giving legal descriptions of land parcels, draw simple site plans, and identify and use proper symbols and conventions on civil engineering drawings. --- # DDT 214 — Pipe Drafting 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the theory and practical application needed to understand piping fundamentals as used in refineries and petrochemical plants. Topics include process and mechanical flow diagrams, plant equipment, isometric drawings, instrumentation symbols, pipe symbols, flanges, fittings, and applications of basic math and trigonometry. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate pipe drafting techniques and fundamentals in order to prepare working drawings used in refineries and the petrochemical industrial environment. --- # DDT 215 — Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to teach fundamental concepts of size description by geometric methods including appropriate engineering controls. Emphasis is placed on the drawing and application of common geometric dimensioning and tolerancing symbols to engineering drawings as designated by the latest ANSI/ASME Standards. Upon completion, students should be able to use geometric dimensioning and tolerancing symbols in applying size information and manufacturing controls to working drawings. --- # DDT 216 — Design of Structural Wood Members 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides structural theory and rule-of-thumb design for structural wood members. Joists, beams, girders, rafters, posts, and columns are designed as related to residential and light commercial needs. Bending moment, shear, and slenderness rations are discussed as well as code requirements and rule-of-thumb. Emphasis is placed upon competency. --- # DDT 220 — Advanced Technical Drawing 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the methods of providing size description and manufacturing information for production drawings. Emphasis will be placed on accepted dimensioning and tolerancing practices including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for both the Customary English system and the ISO System. Upon completion, students should be able to apply dimensions, tolerances, and notes to drawings to acceptable standards, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and produce drawings using and specifying common threads and various fasteners, including welding methods. --- # DDT 222 — Advanced Architectural Drafting 3 credits · 3 hours This third course in architectural design and drafting continues with advanced architectural plans, including a slant toward light commercial construction. Topics include climate control plans, application of building codes, building materials and finish specifications, cost estimating, and bid specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to apply current techniques in producing advanced-level architectural plans, including residential and light commercial applications. --- # DDT 225 — Structural Steel Drafting 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the theory and practical applications necessary to understand the basic design and terminology of structural steel components used in light commercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on structural steel drafting techniques, bolted and welded connections, framing plans, sections, fabrication and connection details, and bills of material. Upon completion, students should be able to produce engineering and shop drawings incorporating standard shapes, sizes, and details using the A.I.S.C. Manual and incorporating safety practices. --- # DDT 227 — Strength of Materials 4 credits · 4 hours This course in statics and strength of materials includes the study of forces and how they act and react on bodies and structures. Topics include the effects of forces as found in structures and machines under conditions of equilibrium, how materials resist forces, strengths of common construction materials and structural components. Force systems such as parallel, concurrent, and non-current are studied in coplanar and non-coplanar situations are included. Upon completion, student should understand and be able to apply the principles of force in engineering drawings. --- # DDT 231 — Advanced Cad 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the advanced applications of CAD software to engineering projects in various applications, including architectural, civil, mechanical, and environmental engineering, with consideration for advanced physical and psychological principle of CAD. These principles will be applied toward CAD customization and programming principles, for the expressed purpose of increasing productivity and improving the performance of the CAD operator, thereby, making CAD much more productive in an engineering environment. Emphasis will be place on using intelligent CAD techniques to increase the… --- # DDT 233 — Intermediate 3D Modeling 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in 3D Design Modeling utilizing the 3D capabilities of CAD software. Emphasis is placed on 3D wire-frame, surface and solids modeling along with the development of 2D detail drawings from 3D models. --- # DDT 236 — Design Project 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for advanced students who aspire to more advanced and specialized skills in one certain drafting area. Emphasis will be place on the student’s ability to apply the principles learned in previous drafting classes in one special area, as approved by the instructor. The required project must be agreed upon by the instructor and the student, as well as how the work is to be accomplished. Upon completion, students should further reinforce previously learned concepts by applying engineering principles and controls to a personal design project. --- # DDT 238 — Special Topics in Cad 3 credits · 3 hours This course in special CAD and multimedia topics covers special capabilities possible with CAD software, especially in conjunction with other graphical software, such as virtual “walk-throughs” or multimedia presentations. Topics include but are not limited to combining CAD software, image editing software, authoring software, and 3D software into one harmonious relationship to produce multimedia presentations. Upon completion, students should be aware of and understand how to utilize several software packages to produce multimedia presentations. --- # DDT 239 — Independent Studies 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides practical application of prior attained skills and experiences as selected by the instructor for the individual student. Emphasis is placed on applying knowledge from prior courses toward the solution of individual drafting and design problems. Upon completion, students will demonstrate the application of previously attained skills and knowledge in the solution of typical drafting applications and problems. --- # DDT 290 — Survey of Aerospace Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a survey of Aerospace technology including the history of spaceflight, propulsion, orbital mechanics, and the space environment. A discussion of unmanned spacecraft and the manned space program is also included, as well as debate about the future, with solid facts and some speculation about humankind’s ventures in the final frontier. --- # DDT 291 — Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours These courses constitue a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to drafting. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting. --- # DMS 202 — Foundations of Sonography 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with concepts of the history and development of sonography in medical imaging, patient care, medical ethics and law, cultural diversity, and medical terminology used in the practice of sonography. Emphasis in theory and lab is placed on patient assessment and considerations of physical and psychological conditions in both routine and emergency situations. Upon completion, students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts, as well as demonstrate/explain patient care procedures appropriate to setting and situation while utilizing medical terminology. This i… --- # DMS 204 — Sectional Anatomy 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a study in gross and sectional anatomy and physiology of the human body and the correlation of that anatomy to sonographic, computed tomography and magnetic resonance images. Upon completion students will be able to identify normal sectional anatomy. --- # DMS 205 — Abdominal Sonography 4 credits · 4 hours This course will provide instruction in a classroom and laboratory setting in order to perform sonographic studies of the abdomen. Classroom components will focus on concepts of normal and relational anatomy, physiology, Doppler principles, sonographic technique and appearance. At course completion the student will be expected to perform a complete abdominal sonogram. This is a CORE course --- # DMS 206 — Gynecologic Sonography 4 credits · 4 hours MS 216, DMS 229, DMS 202, DMS 204, DMS 205 This course will familiarize the student with the transabdominal and transvaginal protocols of gynecologic scanning and common pathologies of the female reproductive system as seen on ultrasound. Lab values and patient history will be stressed as well as correlation with images from other modalities. The student will be able to perform a transabdominal pelvic sonogram at course completion. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 207 — Abdominal Pathology 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide the student with a working knowledge of the sonographic appearance and pathophysiology of common diseases abnormalities of the abdomen. Associated history, symptoms, lab values, treatments and appearance on other imaging modalities will be demonstrated. The student will be required to conduct research for presentation. At course completion, students will be able to identify many major pathologies of the abdomen on sonograms. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 216 — Sonographic Principles & Instrumentation I 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide the student with knowledge of the principles of sound and imaging instrumentation as applied to sonography. The physical nature of sound waves and how those waves interact with mediums and how they can be successfully utilized in diagnostic imaging will be studied. Upon completion the student will be able to produce sonographic images. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 217 — Sonographic Principles & Instrumentation II 2 credits · 2 hours This lab allows students to perform quality assurance tests and surveys. Students will also investigate statistical applications utilized in medical research. Upon completion the student will be able to develop a quality assurance program. --- # DMS 220 — Obstetrical Sonography I 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide instruction regarding the development and sonographic appearance of the fetal and extra-fetal anatomy throughout the gestation period. Assessment, lab values, and performance for determining gestational age and fetal viability will be studied. At completion, the student will be required to differentiate between normal and abnormal obstetrical studies. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 221 — Obstetrical Sonography II 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide instruction regarding the sonographic appearance of fetal and extra-fetal anatomy and correlate findings of fetal anomalies and genetic links. Assessment, lab values, and performance for determining gestational age and fetal viability will be studied. At completion, the student will be required to differentiate between normal and abnormal obstetrical studies. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 225 — Superficial Sonography 1 credits · 1 hours This course will review the anatomy and familiarize students with scanning protocols for the thyroid, parathyroid, breast, scrotum, male pelvis and other superficial structures. Common pathologies will be discussed and correlated with other imaging modalities. Upon completion, students will identify protocols appropriate to specific techniques and will perform superficial sonograms. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 229 — Sonography Preceptorship 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides the sonography student with the opportunity to practice patient care skills and use beginning sonographic skills in a clinical environment. At course completion, the student should be able to provide basic patient care needs for the individual scheduled for a sonogram and create sonographic images pertinent to the current level of didactic training in general sonography specialties. Competencies will be required. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 230 — Sonography Preceptorship II 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop additional sonographic skills in the clinical setting. The student will assist with and perform sonographic exams pertinent to the level of didactic training in general sonography specialties. Competencies will be required. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 231 — Sonography Preceptorship III 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides a continuum in the development of sonographic skills while in the clinical setting. Students should be able to perform more exams with less assistance from the supervising sonographer. Competencies will be required. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 232 — Sonography Preceptorship IV 5 credits · 5 hours This course will provide an in-depth practice of all sonographic skills in the clinical setting. Upon completion the student will perform general and/or specialty sonograms with little to no assistance from the supervising sonographer. Competencies will be required. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 240 — Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Seminar 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides a review for SONOGRAPHY PRINCIPLES AND INSTRUMENTATION Exam. Topics include sonographic principles and instrumentation. Mock registries must be passed with a grade of 75% or better to complete this course. --- # DMS 241 — Abdominal and Ob/Gyn Sonography Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a review for the National Registry Exam. Topics include abdominal, superficial, gynecological, and obstetrical sonography. Mock registries must be passed with a grade of 75% or better to complete this course. This is a CORE course. --- # DMS 245 — Sonography Case Presentation 1 credits · 1 hours Students are required to present cases with sonographic images, reports, patient history and symptoms and correlating reports from other exams/tests performed. The cases become the property of the program for use as future reference material. By the end of the term, students will have developed proficiency and expertise in case presentation. --- # DMS 250 — Introduction to Advanced Sonography 3 credits · 3 hours This course will introduce students to any of the following: pediatric, vascular, cardiac, neurology, interventional, and orthopedic sonography. Advanced technologies in these fields will be researched. At completion, students will identify and describe skills and modalities in sonography. --- # ECO 231 — Principles of MACRoeconomics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to macroeconomic theory, analysis, and policy applications. Topics include the following: scarcity, demand and supply, national income analysis, major economic theories concerning monetary and fiscal policies as stabilization measures, the banking system, and other economic issues or problems including international trade. --- # ECO 232 — Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction of the microeconomic theory, analysis, and applications. Topics include scarcity; the theories of consumer behavior, production and cost, markets, output and resource pricing, and international aspects of microeconomics. --- # ELT 108 — DC Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of basic direct current (DC) electrical principles. Topics include safety, basic atomic structure and theory, magnetism, conductors, insulators, use of Ohm’s law to solve for voltage, current, and resistance, electrical sources, power, inductors, and capacitors. Students will perform lockout/tagout procedures, troubleshoot circuits and analyze series, parallel, and combination DC circuits using the electrical laws and basic testing equipment to determine unknown electrical quantities. --- # ELT 109 — AC Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of basic alternating current (AC) electrical principles. Topics include basic concepts of electricity, electrical components, basic circuits, measurement instruments, the laws of alternating current, and electrical safety with lockout procedures. Hands on laboratory exercises are provided to analyze various series, parallel, and combination alternating current circuit configurations containing resistors, inductors, and capacitors. Upon course completion, students will be able to describe and explain alternating current circu… --- # ELT 110 — Wiring Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of various tasks, wiring methods, materials, and associated NEC requirements that students will be required to work with in residential and commercial wiring courses. --- # ELT 114 — Residential Wiring Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of residential wiring practices and methods, the NEC requirements and residential blueprint interpretations. --- # ELT 115 — Residential Wiring Methods II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of residential wiring practices and methods, the NEC requirements and residential blueprint interpretations. --- # ELT 117 — Ac/DC Machines 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the theory and operation of DC motors, single and three phase AC motors, and the labs will reinforce this knowledge. Emphasis is placed on the various types of single and three phase motors, wiring diagrams, starting devices, and practical application in the lab. --- # ELT 131 — Commercial/Industrial Wiring I 3 credits · 3 hours This course teaches students the principles and applications of commercial and industrial wiring methods. Emphasis is placed on blueprint symbols, calculations and NEC code requirements as it applies to commercial and industrial wiring. Upon completion, students will be able to read electrical plans, know most electrical symbols, load calculations for commercial industrial applications, and interpret the NEC code requirements. --- # ELT 181 — Special Topics ELT Technology 3 credits · 3 hours These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to electrical technology. Emphasis is placed on meeting students’ needs. --- # ELT 209 — Motor Controls I 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the use of motor control symbols, magnetic motor starters, running overload protection, push-button stations, sizing of magnetic motor starters and overload protection, and complex ladder diagrams of motor control circuits. Topics include sizing magnetic starters and overload protection, the use of push-button stations, ladder diagrams and magnetic motor starters in control of electric motors, wye-delta starting, part start winding, resistor starting and electric starting devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of motor starters, overlo… --- # ELT 212 — Motor Controls II 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers complex ladder diagrams of motor control circuits and the uses of different motor starting techniques. Topics include wye-delta starting, part start winding, resistor starting and electronic starting devices. Upon completion, the students should be able to understand and interpret the more complex motor control diagrams and understand the different starting techniques of electrical motors. --- # ELT 231 — Programmable Controls I 3 credits · 3 hours This state-of-the art course includes the fundamental principals of programmable logic controls (PLCs) including hardware and programming. Emphasis is placed on but not limited to the following: hardwiring associated with the PLC, different options available with most PLCs and basic ladder logic programming. Upon completion, students must demonstrate their ability by developing programs, loading programs into real world PLCs and troubleshooting the system if necessary. --- # ELT 232 — Programmable Controls II 3 credits · 3 hours This state-of-the-art course includes the principles of PLC’s including hardware, programming and program design. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to the following: developing working programs, timers, counters, different special functions, and designing programs from existing hardwired systems. Upon completion, students must demonstrate their ability by developing programs, loading programs into real world PLCs and troubleshooting the system if necessary. --- # ELT 241 — National Electric Code 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the students to the National Electric Code and text and teaches the student how to find needed information within this manual. Emphasis is placed on locating and interpreting needed information within the NEC code manual. Upon completion, students should be able to locate, with the NEC code requirements for a specific electrical installation. --- # ELT 242 — Journeyman Master Prep Exam 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to help prepare a student to take either the Journeyman or Master Certification Exam. Emphasis is placed on review of electrical concepts and/or principles, practice tests, and test taking procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to pass the Journeyman/Masters Certifying Exam. --- # ELT 244 — Conduit Bending and Installation 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students the knowledge to properly bend electrical metallic tubing, rigid galvanized and intermediate metal conduit, and PVC conduit. Emphasis is placed on the theory and practical application of conduit bending methods. Upon completion, students should be able to get measurements, layout, and successfully bend conduit using hand type, mechanical, and hydraulic benders. --- # ELT 291 — Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours These courses constitute a series wherin the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to electrical technology. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demostrate skills learned in an employment setting. --- # EMS 100 — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with concepts as related to areas of basic life support to include coronary artery disease, prudent heart living, symptoms of heart attack, adult one-and-two rescuer CPR, first aid for choking, pediatric basic life support, airway adjuncts, EMS system entry access, automated external defibrillation (AED), and special situations for CPR. Upon course completion, students should be able to identify situations requiring action related to heart or breathing conditions and effectively implement appropriate management for each condition. Students successfully completing… --- # EMS 101 — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with a review of concepts learned in EMS-100. In addition, the course provides the student with theory and application of airway adjuncts as utilized with airway obstruction and maintenance as well as respiratory and cardiac arrest. Assessment and management of acute ischemic stroke will also be included. Upon course completion, students should be able to identify situations requiring action related to heart or breathing conditions and effectively implement appropriate management for these conditions. Students successfully completing this course will receive appr… --- # EMS 103 — First Aid/CPR 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides a study of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Students will be able to perform basic first aid and CPR techniques. Upon completion, the student will be eligible for CPR certification testing. --- # EMS 104 — First AID for Students of Health Related Professions 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed for students who plan to enter a health related profession and provides educational concepts related to first aid for various health disciplines. The course includes instruction in the emergency administration of oxygen, use of airway adjuncts, medication administration techniques, equipment for mechanical breathing, suctioning techniques, and automated external defibrillation (AED). Upon course completion, students should have the ability to recognize emergency situations requiring immediate action and appropriately manage these situations. --- # EMS 105 — First Responder 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides theory in emergency procedures as contained in the current National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the First Responder. The course is an introduction to the emergency medical services system and provides fundamentals for students to improve the quality of emergency care provided as the first person to an emergency scene until emergency medical services arrive. Completion of specific student competencies, as outlined in the current NSTC for the First Responder, is required for successful course completion. --- # EMS 106 — Medical Terminology for Health Professions 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students with a survey of words, terms, and descriptions commonly used in health related professions. The course includes spelling, pronunciation, and meaning of prefixes, suffixes, roots, and terms. Students may have the opportunity to utilize computer assisted instruction for learning various medical terms. Upon course completion, students should have the knowledge to associate a variety of medical terms with their meaning and utilize medical terms to effectively communicate with other health professionals. --- # EMS 107 — Emergency Vehicle Operator Ambulance 1 credits · 1 hours The Emergency Vehicle Operator Course - Ambulance provides the student with training as contained in the current National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Ambulance. The course provides the knowledge and skill practice necessary for individuals to learn how to safely operate all types of ambulances. Topics include introduction to the NSTC for ambulance operators; legal aspects of ambulance operation; communication and reporting; roles and responsibilities; ambulance types and operation; ambulance inspection, maintenance, and repair; navigati… --- # EMS 108 — Directed Studies in Ems - I 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers independent study or computer assisted instruction under faculty supervision and/or theory in an EMS subject relevant to the student’s interest and need. Specific cognitive competencies required by the student are defined in writing at the first class period. --- # EMS 113 — Infection Control for Health Professions 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed for students planning to enter a health related field of study or public service occupations. The course focuses on the sources of communicable diseases and describes methods for prevention of transmission of bloodborne and airborne pathogens. Topics include prevention; universal precautions (body-substance isolation) and asepsis; immunization; exposure control; disposal; labeling; transmission; exposure determination; post-exposure reporting; and an exposure control plan. The course is taught following current guidelines set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health… --- # EMS 118 — Emergency Medical Technician 9 credits · 9 hours This course is required to apply for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. This course provides students with insights into the theory and application of concepts related to the profession of emergency medical services. Specific topics include: EMS preparatory, airway maintenance, patient assessment, management of trauma patients, management of medical patients, treating infants and children, and various EMS operations. This course is based on the NHTSA National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards. --- # EMS 119 — Emergency Medical Technician Clinical 1 credits · 1 hours This course is required to apply for certification as an EMT. This course provides students with clinical education experiences to enhance knowledge and skills learned in the EMS 118, Emergency Medical Technician Theory and Lab. This course helps students prepare for the National Registry Exam. --- # EMS 120 — Vehicle Extrication 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students with theory in the development of concepts related to the removal of persons from damaged vehicles. Topics include gaining access, stabilization, packaging, patient removal, and basic hazardous situations. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively extricate a person from a wrecked vehicle. --- # EMS 125 — High Angle Rescue - I 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students with theory in the introduction to high angle rescue techniques. Topics include the high angle environment; equipment and protection, care and use of rope and related equipment, knots, rappelling, and ascending techniques; and introduction to rescue techniques. Upon course completion, students should have an understanding in the basic techniques of high angle rescue. --- # EMS 126 — High Angle Rescue-II 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a continuation and review of EMS 125 and provides students with theory in rescue techniques utilized in rope rescue. Topics include one person rescue techniques, slope evacuation, high angle lowering, hauling systems, high lines, and evacuation operations. Upon course completion, students should have an understanding of how to approach a high angle rescue, utilizing various rigging techniques. --- # EMS 150 — 24 Hour EMT Refresher 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students with theory in review of the current National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the EMT-Basic. It also serves as a transition or bridge course when a new national curriculum is adopted. This course contains specific content areas as defined by the NSTC. Students are required to complete specific competencies, as outlined by the NSTC, for successful course completion. --- # EMS 155 — Advanced Emergency Medical Technician 7 credits · 7 hours This course is required to apply for certification as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT). This course introduces the theory and application of concepts related to the profession of the AEMT. The primary focus of the AEMT is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Topics include: extending the knowledge of the EMT to a more complex breadth and depth, intrave… --- # EMS 156 — Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Clinical 2 credits · 2 hours This course is required to apply for certification as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT). This course provides students with clinical education experiences to enhance knowledge and skills learned in EMS 155. This course helps prepare students for the National Registry AEMT Exam. The student will have the opportunity to use the basic and advanced skills of the AEMT in the clinical and field settings under the direct supervision of licensed healthcare professionals. Requires licensure or eligibility for licensure at the EMT level and EMS 155 must be taken as a co-requisite. --- # EMS 189 — Applied Anatomy and Physiology for the Paramedic 4 credits · 4 hours This course introduces human anatomy and physiology and includes concepts related to basic chemistry; fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance; functions of cells, tissues, organs, and systems; pathophysiology; and associated medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on applying content to signs, symptoms, and treatments; and situations commonly seen by paramedics. Upon course completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure and function of the human body. --- # EMS 218 — Supervised Studies in EMS -I 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers various topics of interest and need in emergency medical services. The course is conducted and completed under faculty supervision and includes required student cognitive competencies. Upon course completion, students should have a greater understanding of their assigned course topic. --- # EMS 219 — Supervised Studies in EMS - II 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers various topics of interest and need in emergency medical services. The course is conducted and completed under faculty supervision and includes required student cognitive competencies. Upon course completion, students should have a greater understanding of their assigned course topic. --- # EMS 234 — Decision Making and Problem Solving in EMS 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with concepts relating to problem solving and decision making. Topics include decision making in the emergency and non-emergency setting, group dynamics and group think phenomenon. Upon course completion, students should be able to begin to use critical thinking skills to solve problems and make appropriate decisions. --- # EMS 240 — Paramedic Operations 2 credits · 2 hours This course focuses on the operational knowledge and skills needed for safe and effective patient care within the paramedic’s scope of practice. Content areas include: research, paramedic roles and responsibilities, well-being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention, medical-legal-ethical issues, therapeutic communications, medical terminology, life span development, ambulance operations, medical incident command, rescue awareness and operations, hazardous materials incidents, crime scene awareness, and Alabama EMS laws and rules. --- # EMS 241 — Paramedic Cardiology 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the cardiovascular system, cardiovascular electrophysiology, and electrocardiographic monitoring. This course further relates pathophysiology and assessment finding to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific cardiovascular conditions. Content areas include: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular electrophysiology, electrocardiographic monitoring, rhythm analysis, and prehospital 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring and interpretation, assessment of the cardiovascular patient, pathophysiology of cardiovascula… --- # EMS 242 — Paramedic Patient Assessment 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to perform a comprehensive patient assessment, make initial management decisions, and to communicate assessment findings and patient care verbally and in writing. Content areas include: airway management, history taking, techniques of the physical examination, patient assessment, clinical decision making, communications, documentation and assessment based management. --- # EMS 243 — Paramedic Pharmacology 1 credits · 1 hours This course introduces basic pharmacological agents and concepts with an emphasis on drug classifications and the knowledge and kills required of a paramedic for safe, effective medication administration. Content areas include: general principles of pharmacology and pharmacologic pathophysiology; venous and intraosseous access techniques, the metric and apothecary system; computation of dosage and solution problems, administration of pharmacologic agents; pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and nasogastric tube placement. --- # EMS 244 — Paramedic Clinical I 1 credits · 1 hours This course is directed toward the application of knowledge and skills developed in didactic and skills laboratory experiences to the clinical setting. Theory and skills are applied to a variety of patient situations in the clinical setting, with a focus on patient assessment and management, advanced airway management, electro-therapy, I.V./I.O. initiation and medication administration. --- # EMS 245 — Paramedic Medical Emergencies 3 credits · 3 hours This course relates pathophysiology and assessment finding to the formulation of field impressions and implementation treatment plans for specific medical conditions. Content areas include: pulmonology, neurology, gastroenterology, toxicology, hematology, environmental conditions, infectious and communicable diseases, abuse and assault, patients with special challenges, and acute interventions for the chronic care patient. --- # EMS 246 — Paramedic Trauma Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for trauma patients. Content areas include the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of trauma as related to: trauma systems; mechanisms of injury; hemorrhage and shock; soft tissue injuries; burns; and head, facial, spinal, thoracic, abdominal, and musculoskeletal trauma. --- # EMS 247 — Paramedic Special Populations 2 credits · 2 hours This course relates pathophysiology and assessment finding to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific medical conditions. Content areas include: endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, behavioral/ psychiatric conditions, gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, and geriatrics. In the clinical setting, theory and skills are applied to a variety of medical situations across the life span of the patient, with a focus on communication with and management of cardiac, acute care, psychiatric/ behavioral, obstetrical, newborn, pediatric, geri… --- # EMS 248 — Paramedic Clinical II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is directed toward the application of knowledge and skills developed in didactic and skills laboratory experiences to the clinical setting. Theory and skills are applied to a variety of medical and trauma situations across the life span of the patient, with a focus on communication with and management of trauma, cardiac, acute care, psychiatric/ behavioral, obstetrical, newborn, pediatric, geriatric, and acute interventions for chronic care patients, and patients with special challenges. --- # EMS 250 — EMS Advanced Studies - I 3 credits · 3 hours This course offers theory and computer assisted instruction under faculty supervision in a paramedic educational subject relevant to the student’s need. Specific cognitive objectives must be met by the student for successful course completion. --- # EMS 253 — Paramedic Transition to the Workplace 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to meet additional state and local educational requirements for paramedic practice. Content may include: prehospital protocols, transfer medications, topics in critical care and transport, systems presentation, and/or national standard certification courses as dictated by local needs or state requirements. --- # EMS 254 — Advanced Competencies for Paramedic 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to assist students in preparation for the paramedic licensure examination. Emphasis is placed on validation of knowledge and skills through didactic review, skills lab performance, and/or computer simulation and practice testing. Upon course completion, students should be sufficiently prepared to sit for the paramedic licensure examination. --- # EMS 255 — Paramedic Field Preceptorship 5 credits · 5 hours This course provides filed experiences in the prehospital setting with advanced life support EMS units. Under the direct supervision of a field preceptor, students synthesize cognitive knowledge and skills developed in the skills laboratory and hospital clinical to provide safe and effective patient care in the prehospital environment. Upon course completion, students should have refined and validated their patient care practices to provide safe and effective patient care over a broad spectrum of patient situations and complaints. --- # EMS 256 — Paramedic Team Leadership 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to evaluate students’ ability to integrate didactic, psychomotor skills, clinical, and field internship instruction to serve as a competent entry-level paramedic. This final evaluative (rather than instructional) course focuses on students’ professional attributes and integrative competence in clinical decision-making and team leadership in the prehospital setting. Upon course completion, students should have demonstrated adequate knowledge and skills, professional attitudes and attributes, clinical decision-making and team leadership abilities to effectively function… --- # EMS 257 — Paramedic Applied Pharmacology 2 credits · 2 hours This course introduces basic and advanced pharmacological agents and concepts, with an emphasis on drug classifications and the knowledge and skills required for safe, effective medication administration. Medication pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be evaluated for most medicines used in the pre-hospital setting. Students will also learn how to establish various routes of medication administration and procedures for administering medications via these routes. Students will also demonstrate mathematic computations for various drug and solution dose administration problems. --- # EMS 266 — Advanced Cv Life Support Provider 1 credits · 1 hours The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Course provides students with concepts related to advanced cardiovascular life support. Content areas include acute myocardial infarction, stroke, cardiovascular pharmacology, electrophysiology, various rhythm disturbances, and techniques of management of cardiovascular emergencies. The course is taught in accordance with national standards and requires specific student competencies. Students successfully completing this course will receive appropriate documentation of course completion. --- # EMS 267 — Basic Trauma Life Support Provider 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with theory and demonstration in advanced trauma care and management. Content areas include mechanism of trauma, trauma assessment, airwaybreathing-circulation management, trauma to various portions of the body, multiple system trauma, and load-and-go situations. The course is taught in accordance with national standards and requires specific student competencies. Students successfully completing this course will receive appropriate documentation of course completion. --- # EMS 269 — Pediatric Medical Life Support 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with theory and simulated case studies in pediatric care. Content areas include recognition of pediatric pre-arrest conditions; shock; basic life support; oxygenation and airway control; newborn resuscitation; essentials in pediatric resuscitation; dysrhythmia recognition and management; vascular access; and use of medications. This course is taught in accordance with national standards and requires specific student competencies. Students successfully completing this course will receive appropriate documentation of course completion. --- # EMS 273 — Ekg Interpretation 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed for students in health related professions desiring the knowledge to interpret singular lead electrocardiograms. The course provides concepts in the interpretation of electrocardiograms to include an overview of the electrical conduction of the heart as well as the identification of all categories of dysrhythmias. Upon course completion, students should be able to identify various types of cardiac rhythms. --- # ENR 098 — Writing and Reading for College 4 credits · 4 hours This course integrates reading and writing skills students need to comprehend and interact with college-level texts and to produce original college-level writing. Reading skills will center on processes for literal and critical comprehension, as well as the development of vocabulary skills. Writing skills will focus on using an effective writing process including generating ideas, drafting, organizing, revising, and editing to produce competent essays using standard written English. This course may include one-hour lab component. --- # ENG 099 — Introduction to College Writing 1 credits · 1 hours With additional academic and noncognitive support with the goal of success in the students’ paired ENG 101 class. The material covered or practiced in the ENG 099 course is complementary to and supportive of material taught in ENG 101 and the needs of the ENG 099 students. NOTE: Students who withdraw from ENG 099 must also withdraw from ENG 101. --- # ENG 101 — English Composition I 3 credits · 3 hours English Composition I provides instruction and practice in the writing of at least four (4) extended compositions and th edevelopment of analytical and critical reading skills and basic reference and documentation skills in the composion process. English Composition I may include instruction and practice in library usage. Must have a “C” or better to enroll in ENG 102. --- # ENG 102 — English Composition II 3 credits · 3 hours English Composition II provides instruction and practice in the writing of at least four (4) formal, analytical essays, at least one of which is a research project using outside sources and/or references effectively and legally. Additionally, English Composition II provides instruction in the development of analytical and critical reading skills in the composition process. English Composition II may include instruction and practice in library usage. --- # ENG 251 — American Literature I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of American literature from its inception to the middle of the nineteenth century. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research. --- # ENG 252 — American Literature II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of American literature from the middle of the nineteenth century to the present. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research. --- # ENG 261 — English Literature I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Romantic Age. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research. --- # ENG 262 — English Literature II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of English literature from the Romantic Age to the present. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research. --- # ENG 271 — World Literature I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of selected literary masterpieces from Antiquity to the Age of Reason. Emphasis is placed on major representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research. --- # ENG 272 — World Literature II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of selected literary masterpieces from the Age of Reason to the present. Emphasis is placed on major representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research. --- # ENG 299 — Directed Studies in Language and Literature 1 credits · 1 hours This course, which may be repeated for credit so long as the topics differ, provides the student the opportunity to study an English-language or literary topic chosen by the student in consultation with the instructor. Emphasis is placed on the student’s investigating the topic and reporting the results of the investigation. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the topic through either a written or an oral presentation. --- # GEO 100 — World Regional Geography 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys various countries and major regions of the world with respect to location and landscape, world importance, political status, population, type of economy, and its external and internal organization problems and potentials. --- # GEO 200 — Geography of North America 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of the geography of the United States and Canada with special emphasis on land usage, mineral resources, industrial development, and social and economic adaptation of man and the natural environment. --- # GEO 201 — Human Geography 3 credits · 3 hours A conceptual approach to the study of humans, their distribution, economic systems, behavior patterns, value systems and environmental perceptions, with emphasis given to the resulting patterns of cultural landscapes that characterize the earth. --- # GEO 220 — Principles of Physical Geography 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to natural features of the earth. It concentrates on weather, climate, soil, and vegetation associations, on landforms and on the forces that have been active in shaping the earth’s surface. --- # HED 226 — Wellness 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides health-related education to those individual seeking advancement in the area of personal wellness. The course has 5 major components: (1) fitness and health assessment, (2) physical work capacity, (3) education, (4) reassessment and (5) retesting. --- # HED 231 — First Aid 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction to the immediate, temporary care which should be given to the victims of accidents and sudden illness. It also includes standard and advanced requirements of the American Red Cross, and/or the American Heart Association. CPR training also is included. --- # HIT 230 — Medical Coding Systems I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended to develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign valid medical codes. Instruction includes description of classification and nomenclature systems; coding diagnoses and/or procedures; sequencing codes; analyzing actual medical records to identify data elements to be coded; and validating coded clinical information. Student competency includes demonstration of coding principles and applications (manual and/or computer assisted). --- # HIT 232 — Medical Coding Systems II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of Medical Coding Systems I which is intended to develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign valid medical codes. Instruction includes coding diagnoses and/or procedures; sequencing codes; analyzing actual medical records to identify data elements to be coded; validating coded clinical information. Student competency includes demonstration of coding principles and applications. --- # HIS 101 — Western Civilization I 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the social, economic, and political developments which shaped the modern western world. This course covers history from the ancient world through the Reformation. --- # HIS 102 — Western Civilization II 3 credits · 3 hours This course continues HIS 101. It surveys the development of the western world from the Reformation to the present. --- # HIS 201 — United States History I 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys United States history during colonial, Revolutionary, early national and antebellum periods. It concludes with the Civil War and Reconstruction. --- # HIS 202 — United States History II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of HIS 201; it surveys United States history from the Reconstruction era to the present. --- # HIS 216 — History of World Religions 3 credits · 3 hours This course presents a comparison of the major religions of the world from a historical perspective. Emphasis is placed on the origin, development, and social influence of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and others. --- # HIS 220 — Contemporary Studies 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a survey of contemporary problems and issues within a historical context. Topics might include nationalism, the rise of Islam as a powerful influence in the post-Cold War environment, environmental issues, and the impact of colonialism on modern, Third World Society. --- # HIS 256 — African-American History 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the experience of African-American people in the western hemisphere, particularly the United States. It surveys the period from the African origins of the slave trade during the period of exploration and colonization to the present. The course presents a comparison between the African experience in the United States and in Mexico and South America. --- # HIS 260 — Alabama History 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the development of the state of Alabama from pre-historic times to the present. The course presents material on the discovery, exploration, colonization, territorial period, ante-bellum Alabama, Reconstruction, and modern history. --- # HIS 299 — Directed Studies in History 1 credits · 1 hours This course affords students opportunities to study selected topics of a historical nature under the direction of an instructor either as part of class or on an individual basis. Internships with historical and preservation organizations, thesis development, and the analysis of secondary monographs are examples of activities for this course. HIS 299 may be repeated for credit. --- # HUM 100 — Humanities Forum 1 credits · 1 hours In this course, credit is given for participation in lectures, concerts, and other events which have relevance to the study of the humanities. The course may be repeated for credit. --- # HUM 120 — International Studies in Culture 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers a survey of art, music, and culture of foreign countries. This may involve travel abroad and may be repeated for credit. --- # HUM 298 — Directed Studies This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and faculty and the course may be repeated for credit. --- # HUM 299 — A Phi Theta Kappa-Honors a 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The topics will be broad in scope and content rather than specific, and will reference imprtant cultural works from a variety of areas, which may include literature, religious studies, speech, foreigh languages, art, music, theatre, and dance. The course may be repeated for credit. --- # HUM 299 — B Phi Theta Kappa-Honors B 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The topics will be broad in scope and content rather than specific, and will reference imprtant cultural works from a variety of areas, which may include literature, religious studies, speech, foreigh languages, art, music, theatre, and dance. The course may be repeated for credit. --- # HUM 299 — C Phi Theta Kappa-Honors C 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The topics will be broad in scope and content rather than specific, and will reference imprtant cultural works from a variety of areas, which may include literature, religious studies, speech, foreigh languages, art, music, theatre, and dance. The course may be repeated for credit. --- # IDS 115 — Forum 1 credits · 1 hours In this course, credit is given in recognition of attendance at academic lectures, concerts, and other events. IDS 115 requires attendance at designated events which are chosen from various lectures, cultural events and programs given at the college or in the community. IDS 115 may be repeated for credit. --- # IDS 200 — College Scholars Bowl Workshop 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers the student preparation, practice, and participation in the College Scholars Bowl Program and competition. IDS 200 may be repeated for credit. --- # IDS 299 — Directed Studies in Leadership 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides training and experience in leadership techniques and practice. Students are required to serve in leadership positions on campus or in the community. IDS 299 may be repeated for credit. --- # ILT 114 — Instrumentation Operation and Calibration 3 credits · 3 hours The hardware used to measure and control process variables is presented. The student learns the principles of operation, servicing, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting procedures used on mechanical, pneumatic, electronic and digital based industrial transmitters, recorders, controllers, valves, and other control devices. The course is broken down into theory and laboratory work on actual process measuring and control equipment. --- # ILT 240 — Sensors Technology and Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a study of industrial electronic sensors. Topics include, but are not limited to, photo-electric, temperature, gas and humidity, pressure and strain sensors. The lab enables students to test, and troubleshoot electonic sensors and sensor circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to select, install, test, and troubleshoot industrial electronic sensors. --- # INT 101 — DC Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this coruse. This course provides an in depth study of direct current(DC) electronic theory. Topics include atomic theory, magnetism, properties of conductors and insulators, and characteristics of series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Inductors and capacitors are introduced and their effects on DC circuits are examined. Students are prepared to analyze complex DC circuits, solve for unknown circuit variables and to use basic electronic test equipment. This course also provides hands on laboratory exercises to analyze,… --- # INT 102 — Industrial Maintenance Cutting/Welding 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of acetylene cutting and the basic SMAW (stick) welding. Topics covered are acetylene torch cutting equipment, safety and use; welding safety, welding hand tools, type of welding machines and welding rods, determining types of metal, welding passes, beads, and joints. --- # INT 103 — AC Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours NOTE: There is an approved standardized plan-of-instruction for this coruse. This course provides an in depth study of alternating current (AC) electronic theory. Students are prepared to analyze complex AC circuit configurations with resistors, capacitors, and inductors in series and parallel combinations. Topics include electrical safety and lock out procedures, specific AC theory functions such as RLC, impedance, phase relationships, and power factor. Students will be able to dfine terms, identrify waveforms, solve complex mathematical problems, construct circuits, explain circuit characte… --- # INT 106 — Elements of Industrial Mechanics 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in basic physics concepts applicable to industrial mechanics. Topics include mechanical principles with emphasis placed on power transmission and specific mechanical components. Upon course completion, students will be able to apply principles relative to mechanical tools, fasteners, basic mechanics, lubrication, bearings, packing and seals. --- # INT 113 — Industrial Motor Control I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of the construction, operating characteristics, and installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on the control of three phase AC motors. This course covers the use of motor control symbols, magnetic motor starters, running overload protection, pushbutton stations, multiple control stations, two wire control, three wire control, jogging control, sequence control, and ladder diagrams of motor control circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of motor starters, overload protection, interpret ladder d… --- # INT 117 — Principles of Industrial Mechanics 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in basic physics concepts applicable to mechanics of industrial production equipment. Topics include the basic application of mechanical principles with emphasis on power transmission, specific mechanical components, alignment, and tension. Upon completion, students will be able to perform basic troubleshooting, repair and maintenance functions on industrial production equipment. This is a CORE course. --- # INT 118 — Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of the construction, operating characteristics, and installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on the control of three phase AC motors. This course covers the use of motor control symbols, magnetic motor starters, running overload protection, pushbutton stations, multiple control stations, two wire control, three wire control, jogging control, sequence control, and ladder diagrams of motor control circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of motor starters, overload protection, interpret ladder d… --- # INT 121 — Industrial Hydraulics Troubleshooting 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in maintenance and troubleshooting procedures needed for safe and proper repair of hydraulic systems used with industrial production equipment. Topics include maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, hydraulic system maintenance and troubleshooting techniques, effects of heat, leakage, and contamination on components and system operation, component maintenance and troubleshooting, reading and interpreting system diagrams, and design and troubleshooting of hydraulic circuits and systems. Upon course completion, students will demonstrate the ability to troubl… --- # INT 127 — Principles of Industrial Pumps and Piping Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides information in the fundamental concepts of industrial pumps and piping systems. Topics include pump identification, operation, and installation; maintenance and troubleshooting; and piping systems and their installation. Upon course completion, students will be able to install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial pumps and piping systems. --- # INT 134 — Principles of Industrial Maintenance Welding and Metal Cutting Techniques 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of acetylene cutting and the basics of welding needed for the maintenance and repair of industrial production equipment. Topics include oxy-fuel safety, choice of cutting equipment, proper cutting angles, equipment setup, cutting plate and pipe, hand tools, types of metal welding machines, rod and welding joints, and common welding passes and beads. Upon course completion, students will demonstrate the ability to perform metal welding and cutting techniques necessary for repairing and maintaining industrial equipment. --- # INT 158 — Industrial Wiring I 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on principles and applications of commercial and industrial wiring. Topics include electrical safety practices, an overview of National Electric Code requirements as applied to commercial and industrial wiring, conduit bending, circuit design, pulling cables, transformers, switch gear, and generation principles. --- # INT 161 — Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technicians 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the students with terms and definitions, theory of orthographic projection, and other information required to interpret drawings used in the manufacturing and industrial trade areas. Topics include multiview projection, pictorial drawings, dimensions and notes, lines and symbols, tolerances, industrial applications, scales and quality requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret blueprint drawings used in the manufacturing and industrial trades. This course may be tailored to meet specific local industry needs. This is a CORE course. --- # INT 184 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to programmable logic controllers. Emphasis is placed on but not limited to, the following: PLC hardware and software, numbering systems, installation, and programming. Upon completion, students must demonstrate their ability by developing, loading, debugging, and optimizing PLC programs. --- # INT 206 — Industrial Motors I 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on basic information regarding industrial electrical motors. Upon completion, students will be able to troubleshoot, remove, replace, and perform routine maintenance on various types of motors. --- # INT 207 — Industrial Automatic Controls 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the function of automatic controllers in different modes: on-off, proportional, reset, derivative, ratio, and cascade. Topics include operation of pneumatic, electronic, and computer process control equipment; service of basic process equipment and instrumentation; correct operation and maintenance of valves and pumps; recognizing patterns from data; developing and interpreting control charts; determining control limits; and performing root cause analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to write start-up and shut-down procedures, and operate, monitor, and cont… --- # INT 211 — Industrial Motors II 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on advanced information regarding industrial electrical motors. Upon completion, students will be able to troubleshoot, remove, replace, and perform advanced maintenance on various types of motors. --- # INT 213 — Industrial Motor Control II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of INT 113 focusing on additional theory and practice regarding industrial motor control schematics and wiring. Included are multispeed and softstart wiring techniques for industrial motors and synchronous motor control. The student will also be exposed to the theory, setup and programming of variable speed drives. Upon completion, students will be able to remove, replace, and wire different types of resistors, reactors and transformers similar to those used in the control of industrial polyphase motors and large DC motors. --- # INT 254 — Robot Maintenance and Troubleshooting 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the principle concepts in troubleshooting and maintenance of robots. Topics include recognizing and describing major robot components. Students will learn to diagnose robot mechanical problems to the component level; to replace mechanical components and perform adjustments; to troubleshoot class 1,2, and 3 faults; to manipulate I/O for the robot; and periodic and preventive maintenance. Students will learn how to safely power up robots for complete shutdown and how to manipulate robots using the teach pendant. Upon completion students will be able to describe the variou… --- # INT 261 — Mssc Safety Course 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to safety in a manufacturing environment. Topics covered include: • Work in a safe an productive manufacturing workplace • Perform safety and environmental inspections • Perform emergency drills and participate in emergency teams • Identify unsafe conditions and take corrective action • Provide safety orientation for all employees • Train personeel to use equipment safely • Suggest process and procedures that support safety of work environment • Fulfill safety and health requirements for maintenance, installation an… --- # INT 280 — Special Topics Computer Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to applications of computers in the laboratory setting. It will cover the computer from a hardware standpoint and introduce the operating system. Application software will include word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, and other electronic related software. Upon completion, students should be able to operate a personal computer in the technical setting. --- # INT 284 — Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the advanced principles of PLC’s, including hardware, programming, and troubleshooting. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced working programs and troubleshooting hardware and software communication problems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate their ability in developing programs and troubleshooting the system. --- # INT 291 — Cooperative Education 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students work experience with a college-approved employer in an area directly related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom experiences with work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competences. --- # MSP 101 — Basic Machining Technology 5 credits · 5 hours This course introduces machining operations as they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop safety, measuring tools, lathes, drilling machines, saws, milling machines, bench grinders, and layout instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform the basic operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling. --- # MSP 102 — Intermediate Machining Technology 5 credits · 5 hours This course provides additional instruction and practice in the use of precision measuring tools, lathes, milling machines, and grinders. Emphasis is placed on setup and operation of machine tools including the selection and use of work holding devices, speeds, feeds, cutting tools, and coolants. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic procedures on precision grinders and advanced operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling. --- # MSP 103 — Advanced Machining Technology 5 credits · 5 hours This course provides an introduction to advanced and special machining operations. Emphasis is placed on working to specified tolerances with special and advanced setups. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a part to specifications. --- # MSP 104 — Basic Machining Calculations 2 credits · 2 hours This course introduces basic calculations as they relate to machining occupations. Emphasis is placed on basic calculations and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic shop calculations. --- # MSP 105 — Lathes 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the operation and safety practices for engine lathes. Topics include turning, grinding, boring, chamfering, necking, grooving, and threading. Upon completion, students should be able to safely operate an engine lathe using appropriate attachments. --- # MSP 107 — Milling Machines 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction and practice in the use of milling machines. Emphasis is placed on the construction, operation and maintenance of milling machines. Upon completion, students should be able to design, cut, and manufacture tools and fixtures. --- # MSP 111 — Introduction to Computer Numerical Control 2 credits · 2 hours This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of computer numerical control machine tools. Topics include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operator safety, machine protection, data input, program preparation, and program storage. --- # MSP 112 — Basic Computer Numerical Control Turning 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC turning centers. --- # MSP 113 — Basic Computer Numerical Control Milling 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the manual programming, setup, and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC machining centers. --- # MSP 115 — Advanced Milling Machines 5 credits · 5 hours This course provides additional information on milling setups including rotary tables, boring, dovetail machining, dividing head work. Students obtain hands-on experience in the setup and use of these and other milling accessories. --- # MSP 121 — Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists 2 credits · 2 hours This course covers the basic principles of blueprint reading and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches. --- # MSP 131 — Introduction to Metrology 2 credits · 2 hours This course introduces the care and use of precision measuring instruments. Emphasis is placed on the inspection of machine parts and use of a wide variety of measuring instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the correct use of measuring instruments. --- # MSP 135 — Millwright Work 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides information on welding, machine installation, couplings, precision measurement, and belts with an overview of the safety requirements for most industrial situations. --- # MSP 142 — Advanced Machining Calculations 2 credits · 2 hours This course combines mathematical functions with practical machine shop applications and problems. Emphasis is placed on gear ratios, lead screws, indexing problems, and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to calculate solutions to machining problems. --- # MSP 181 — Special Topics - Grinding 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a guided independent study of special projects in Machine Shop Technology. Emphasis is placed on student needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills developed to meet specific needs. --- # MSP 182 — Special Topics - Mill, Lathe, Saw 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a guided independent study of special projects in Machine Shop Technology. Emphasis is placed on student needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills developed to meet specific needs. --- # MSP 221 — Advance Blueprinting 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides basic blueprint reading theory and practice for machining and welding trades. Three-dimensional comprehension and dimensioning practices are the primary concern of this course. --- # MSP 291 — Co-Op in Machine Shop Technology 3 credits · 3 hours Students work on a part-time basis in a job directly related to Machine Shop Technology. The employer and supervising instructor evaluate the student’s progress. Upon completion, students will be able to apply skills and knowledge in an employment setting. --- # MTH 098 — Elementary Algebra 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides a study of the fundamentals of algebra. Topics include the real number system, linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables and systems of equations. This course does not apply toward the general core requirement for mathematics. Must have a C or better to enroll in MTH 100 and MTH 099. --- # MTH 099 — Support for Intermediate College Algebra 1 credits · 1 hours This Learning Support course provides co-requisite support in mathematics for students enrolled in MTH 100. The material covered in this course is parallel to and supportive of the material taught in MTH 100. Emphasis is placed on providing students with additional academic and noncognitive support with the goal of success in the students’ paired MTH 100 class. This course does not apply toward the general core requirement for mathematics. --- # MTH 100 — Intermediate College Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a study of algebraic concepts such as laws of exponents, polynomial operations, factoring polynomials, radical and rational expressions and equations and quadratic equations. Functions and relations are introduced and graphed. This course does not apply toward the general core requirement for mathematics. --- # MTH 109 — Support for the Finite Math This Learning Support course provides co-requisite support in mathematics for students enrolled in MTH 110. The material covered in this course is parallel to and supportive of the material taught in MTH 110. Emphasis is placed on providing students with additional academic and noncognitive support with the goal of success in the students’ paired MTH 110 class. This course does not apply toward the general core requirement for mathematics. --- # MTH 110 — Finite Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of topics in finite mathematics together with their applications and is intended for students who are not majoring in science, engineering, commerce, or mathematics (i.e., students who are not required to take calculus). The course introduces logic, set theory, counting techniques, basic probability, statistics, and personal finance. --- # MTH 111 — Support for Precalculus Algebra This Learning Support course provides co-requisite support in mathematics for students enrolled in MTH 112. The material covered in this course is parallel to and supportive of the material taught in MTH 112. Emnphasis is placed on providing students with additional academic and noncognitive support with the goal of success in the students’ paired MTH 112 class. This course does not apply toward the general core requirement for mathematics. --- # MTH 112 — Precalculus Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours This course emphasizes the algebra of functions – including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. In addition, the course covers non-linear inequalities as well as systems of linear and non-linear equations and inequalities. --- # MTH 113 — Precalculus Trigonometry 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of trigonometric (circular) functions and inverse trigonometric functions as well as extensive work with trigonometric identities, equations, and formulas. The course also covers vectors, complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar graphs. Additional topics may include conic sections and product-sum formulas. --- # MTH 115 — Precalulus Algebra & Trigonometry 4 credits · 4 hours This course is a one-semester accelerated combination of Precalculus Algebra (MTH 112) and Precalculus Trigonometry (MTH 113). This course is intended for students with a strong background in college preparatory mathematics. The course includes the algebra of functions (including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions) as well as the study of trigonometric functions and inverse trigonometric functions. This course also includes extensive work with trigonometric identities, equations, and formulas; vectors; complex numbers; and polar graphs. --- # MTH 116 — Mathematical Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides practical applications of mathematics and includes selected topics from consumer math, algebra, and geometry. The course covers integers, percent, interest, ratio and proportion, measurement systems, linear equations, and problem solving. --- # MTH 120 — Calculus and Its Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended to give a broad overview of calculus. It includes limits, differentiation, and integration of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and multi-variable functions with applications to business, economics, and other disciplines. This course may also include LaGrange multipliers, extrema of functions of two variables, method of least squares, linear approximation, and linear programming. --- # MTH 125 — Calculus I 4 credits · 4 hours This is the first of three courses in the basic calculus sequence taken primarily by students in science, engineering, and mathematics. Topics include the limit of a function; the derivative of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions; and the definite integral and its basic applications to area problems. Applications of the derivative are covered in detail, including approximations of error using differentials, maximum and minimum problems, and curve sketching using calculus. --- # MTH 126 — Calculus II 4 credits · 4 hours This is the second of three courses in the basic calculus sequence. Topics include applications of integration, techniques of integration, infinite series, polar coordinates, and parametric equations, lines and planes in space, and vectors in the plane and in space. --- # MTH 227 — Calculus III 4 credits · 4 hours This is the third of three courses in the basic calculus sequence. Topics include vector functions, functions of two or more variables, partial derivatives (including applications), quadric surfaces, multiple integration, and vector calculus (including Green’s Theorem, curl and divergence, surface integrals, and Stokes’ Theorem). --- # MTH 231 — Math for the Elementary Teacher I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop a deeper understanding of elementary school mathematics content needed for teaching. The course is designed to develop conceptual understanding of number systems and operations by focusing on basic concepts and principles, exploring multiple representations and strategies, and illuminating connections among concepts and procedures. Topics include whole numbers and integers, fractions, ratio, percent, decimals, and arithmetic operations within these systems. --- # MTH 232 — Math for the Elementary Teacher II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide mathematical insights into measurement and geometry for students majoring in elementary education. Topics include geometric shapes (two- and three-dimensional), measurement, congruence and similarity, symmetry, and transformations. --- # MTH 237 — Linear Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the basic theory and application of the following topics: systems of linear equations and matrices, (finite-dimensional) vector spaces, linear transformations and matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, inner product and orthogonality, Gram-Schmidt, least squares, and the diagonalization of symmetric matrices. --- # MTH 238 — Applied Differential Equations I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to techniques for solving differential equations with applications. Topics include solving first order differential equations, applications to various models (e.g. populations, motion, chemical mixtures, etc.), solving higher order linear differential equations with constant coefficients (general theory, undetermined coefficients, reduction of order and the method of variation of parameters, and Laplace transform). Series solutions and solutions to systems are also covered. --- # MTH 265 — Elementary Statistics 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to methods of statistics and includes the following topics: sampling, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and variation, probability, discrete and continuous distributions, graphic representation, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, regression, and applications. --- # MAT 101 — Medical Terminology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for medical assistants, student nurses, and others in medically related fields. The course will focus on the more common prefixes, roots, and suffixes used to construct medical terms with these word parts to determine the meanings of new or unfamiliar terms. The student will learn a system of word building which will enable them to interpret medical terms. --- # MAT 102 — Medical Assisting Theory I 3 credits · 3 hours A description of anatomical descriptors and the cell introduces the student to and serves as an overview of the body’s systems. The structure and function of the nervous, sensory, integumentary, muscular, skeletal, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems are taught with the diseases related to these systems presented. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic working knowledge of these body systems. BIO 201 may substitue for MAT 102. --- # MAT 103 — Medical Assisting Theory II 3 credits · 3 hours The structure and function of the digestive, urinary, reproduction, endocrine, and immune systems are presented. Disease processes that are related to these systems will be included. Basic concepts of reproduction, growth and development, and nutrition are taught. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic working knowledge of these body systems. BIO 202 may substitue for MAT 103. --- # MAT 111 — Clinical Procedures I for the Medical Assistant 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes instruction in clinical examining room procedures. Topics include asepsis, infection control, assisting with examination, and patient education. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate competence in exam room procedures. --- # MAT 120 — Medical Administrative Procedures I 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces medical office administrative procedures. Topics include appointment scheduling, telephone techniques, managing the physician’s schedule, handling mail, preparing and maintaining medical records, and patient orientation. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic medical secretarial skills. --- # MAT 121 — Medical Administrative Procedures II 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces medical office administrative procedures not covered in Medical Administrative Procedures I. Topics include fees, credit, and collections, banking, bookkeeping Payroll, and computerized finance applications. Upon completion students should be able to manage financial aspects of medical offices. --- # MAT 125 — Laboratory Procedures I for the Medical Assistant 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in basic lab techniques used by the medical assistant. Topics include lab safety, quality control, collecting and processing specimens, performing selective diagnostic test, such as a CBC, screening and follow-up of test results and OSHA/CLIA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic lab tests/ skills based on course topics. --- # MAT 128 — Medical Law and Ethics for the Medical Assistant 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides basic information related to the legal relationship of patient and physician. Topics to be covered include creation and termination of contracts, implied and informed consent, professional liability, invasion of privacy, malpractice, tort, liability, breach of contract, and the Medical Practice Act. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize ethical and legal implications of these topics as they relate to the medical assistant. --- # MAT 200 — Management of Office Emergencies 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to instruct students in handling emergencies in the medical office. Emergencies presented will include cardiovascular emergencies, diabetic emergencies, seizures, syncope, hyperthermia and hypothermia shock, musculoskeletal emergencies, and poisoning. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize emergency situations and take appropriate actions. --- # MAT 211 — Clinical Procedures II for the Medical Assistant 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes instruction in vital signs and special examination procedures. Emphasis is placed on interviewing skills, appropriate triage and preparing patients for diagnostic procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to assist with special procedures. --- # MAT 215 — Laboratory Procedures II for the Medical Assistant 3 credits · 3 hours This course instructs the student in the fundamental theory and lab application for the medical office. Microbiology, urinalysis, serology, blood chemistry, and venipuncture theory as well as venipuncture collection procedures are discussed and performed. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic lab tests/skills on course topics. --- # MAT 216 — Pharmacology for the Medical Office 4 credits · 4 hours This course teaches the commonly administered drugs used in the medical field including their classifications, actions, indications, contraindications, and side effects on the body. Correct demonstration of drug calculation, preparation, administration, and documentation are also taught. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe drug administration and recognize common medical classifications and their patient implications. --- # MAT 220 — Medical Office Insurance 3 credits · 3 hours In this course emphasis is placed on insurance procedures with advanced diagnostic and procedural coding in the outpatient facility. Study will include correct completion of insurance forms and coding. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in coding for reimbursements. --- # MAT 228 — Medical Assistant Review Course 1 credits · 1 hours This course includes a general review of administrative and clinical functions performed in a medical office. The course will assist the student or graduate in preparing for national credentialing examination. --- # MAT 229 — Medical Assisting Preceptorship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the opportunity to apply clinical, laboratory, and administrative skills in a physician’s office, clinic or outpatient facility. The student will gain experience in applying knowledge learned in the classroom in enhancing competence, in strengthening professional communications and interactions. Upon completion, students should be able to perform as an entry-level Medical Assistant. --- # MAT 239 — Phlebotomy Preceptorship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the opportunity to apply phlebotomy techniques in the physician’s clinic and hospital setting. Emphasis is placed on training individuals to properly collect and handle blood specimens for laboratory testing and to interact with health care personnel, patients, and the general public. Upon completion, students should be prepared for entry-level phlebotomy and to sit for the Phlebotomy Technician Examination. --- # MUS 100 — Convocation 1 credits · 1 hours This course (required for music majors/minors each semester) is designed to expose students to a variety of repertory styles and to give students an opportunity to practice individual performance skills. Emphasis is placed on exposure to performances and lectures by guest artists, faculty or students, and on personal performance(s) in class each semester. --- # MUS 101 — Music Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for non-music majors and requires no previous musical experience. It is a survey course that incorporates several modes of instruction including lecture, guided listening, and similar experiences involving music. The course will cover a minimum of three (3) stylistic periods, provide a multi-cultural perspective, and include both vocal and instrumental genres. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of music fundamentals, the aesthetic/stylistic characteristics of historical periods, and an aural perception of style and structure in music. --- # MUS 103 — Survey of Popular Music 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides a study of the origins, development and existing styles of popular music. Topics include ragtime, jazz, rhythm and blues, rock, country and western, folk and world music. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of the stylistic characteristics of popular music. --- # MUS 104 — Jazz: An Introduction and History 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides a study of the origins, development and existing styles of jazz. Topics include the blues, piano styles, Dixieland, swing, bebop, third stream, cool, free jazz and jazz/rock fusion. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of the different style characteristics of jazz music. --- # MUS 110 — Basic Musicianship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide rudimentary music knowledge and skills for the student with a limited music background. Topics include a study of notation, rhythm, scales, keys, intervals, chords and basic sight singing and ear training skills. Upon completion, students should be able to read and understand musical scores and demonstrate basic sight singing and ear training skills for rhythm, melody and harmony. --- # MUS 111 — Music Theory I 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to the diatonic harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period. Topics include fundamental musical materials (rhythm, pitch, scales, intervals, diatonic harmonies) and an introduction to the principles of voice leading and harmonic progression. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic competency using diatonic harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills. --- # MUS 112 — Music Theory II 3 credits · 3 hours This course completes the study of diatonic harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period and introduces simple musical forms. Topics include principles of voice leading used in three- and four-part triadic harmony and diatonic seventh chords, non-chord tones, cadences, phrases and periods. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence using diatonic harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills. --- # MUS 113 — Music Theory Lab I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides the practical application of basic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include intervals, simple triads, diatonic stepwise melodies, basic rhythmic patterns in simple and compound meter and four-part triadic progressions in root position. Upon completion, students should be able to write, sing and play intervals, scales, basic rhythmic patterns, diatonic stepwise melodies, simple triads and short four-part progressions in root position. --- # MUS 114 — Music Theory Lab II 1 credits · 1 hours This course continues the practical application of diatonic musical materials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include intervals, scales, diatonic melodies with triadic arpeggiations, more complex rhythmic patterns in simple and compound meter and four-part diatonic progressions in all inversions. Upon completion, students should be able to write, sing and play all intervals, rhythmic patterns employing syncopations and beat divisions, diatonic melodies and four-part diatonic progressions. --- # MUS 115 — Fundamentals of Music 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of music and develop usable musical skills for the classroom teacher. Topics include rhythmic notation, simple and compound meters, pitch notation, correct singing techniques, phrases, keyboard awareness, key signatures, scales, intervals and harmony using I, IV, and V with a chordal instrument. Upon completion, students should be able to sing a song, harmonize a simple tune, demonstrate rhythmic patterns and identify musical concepts through written documentation. --- # MUS 161 — Diction for Singers 2 credits · 2 hours This course introduces the basic rules of diction in Italian, French and German for singers. Emphasis is placed on the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Upon completion, students should be able to sing art songs in Italian, French and German with correct diction. --- # MUS 170 — Introduction to Church Music 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides an overview of church music as a career choice, and includes the organization and operation of a graded church choir program. Topics include an introduction to conducting, rehearsal techniques, administrative skills, and may include a supervised practicum field experience. Upon completion, students should be able to select, prepare, teach and conduct a simple anthem for a graded church choir and demonstrate a knowledge of church music administration through written documentation. --- # MUS 171 — Service Playing 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides individual or group instruction in skills relevant to playing a keyboard instrument in religious services. Topics include hymn playing, accompanying soloists and choirs, selecting appropriate music for the different denominational services and improvisation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the role of the church pianist or organist through written documentation and by performing that role for a religious service. --- # MUS 180 — Piano Pedagogy Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours This course is a seminar, workshop or master class conducted by guest artists or faculty for piano teachers and students. Emphasis is placed on piano pedagogy topics such as teaching methods, piano literature and performance practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate improved knowledge and skills related to piano pedagogy through written documentation and/or performance. --- # MUS 201 — Survey of Music Literature I 3 credits · 3 hours This is the first of a two-course sequence which surveys instrumental and vocal music to acquaint the student with musical compositions, composers and styles from ancient times through the Baroque. Emphasis is placed on the development of analytical listening skills. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the music, identify the major composers and describe the styles of the various musical periods. --- # MUS 202 — Survey of Music Literature II 3 credits · 3 hours This is the second of a two-course sequence which surveys instrumental and vocal music to acquaint the student with musical compositions, composers and styles from the Classical Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on the development of analytical listening skills. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the music, identify the major composers and describe the styles of the various musical periods. --- # MUS 203 — Music History I 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a study of the development of music from ancient times through the Baroque Period. Emphasis is placed on period style characteristics, representative composers and their works, and socio-cultural influences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of period style characteristics, forms, composers and representative works. --- # MUS 204 — Music History II 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a study of the development of music from the Classical Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on period style characteristics, representative composers and their works, and socio-cultural influences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and an aural perception of period style characteristics, forms, composers and representative works. --- # MUS 211 — Music Theory III 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to the chromatic harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period. Topics include secondary functions, modulatory techniques, and binary and ternary forms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence using chromatic harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills. --- # MUS 212 — Music Theory IV 3 credits · 3 hours This course completes the study of chromatic harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period and introduces the student to twentieth-century practices. Topics include the Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords, sonata form, late nineteenth-century tonal harmony and twentieth-century practices and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence using chromatic harmony and basic twentieth century techniques through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and keyboard skills. --- # MUS 213 — Music Theory Lab III 1 credits · 1 hours aterials through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include melodies with simple modulations, complex rhythms in simple and compound meter, and secondary function chords. Upon completion, students should be able to write, sing and play modulating melodies, rhythmic patterns with beat subdivisions and four-part chromatic harmony. --- # MUS 214 — Music Theory Lab IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides the practical application of chromatic musical materials and simple twentieth century practices through sight singing; melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony. Topics include chromatic and atonal melodies; complex rhythmic patterns in simple, compound and asymmetric meters; chromatic chords and twentieth-century harmony. Upon completion, students should be able to write, sing and play chromatic and atonal melodies, complex rhythms and meters, four-part chromatic harmony and simple twentieth-century chord structures. --- # MUS 215 — Composition I 1 credits · 1 hours This course introduces the basic techniques and applications of musical composition. Emphasis is placed on creativity and original thought processes in music. Upon completion, students should be able to create an original musical composition. --- # MUS 216 — Composition II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides more advanced instruction in musical composition techniques. Emphasis is placed on musical thought processes which result in musical composition. Upon completion, students should be able to create, notate correctly and stage performances of original musical compositions. --- # MUS 217 — Jazz Improvisation 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to prepare the student with the theoretical background and improvisational techniques utilized in jazz performance. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of chord structures, chord progressions, scale structures and melodic design. Upon completion, students should be able to perform an improvisational solo with a jazz ensemble. --- # MUS 251 — Introduction to Conducting 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the fundamentals of conducting choral and/or instrumental ensembles. Topics include a study of simple and compound meters, score reading and techniques for conducting effective rehearsals. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and conduct a choral and/or instrumental score in a rehearsal or performance setting. --- # MUS 270 — Organization of the Church Music Program 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to explore administrative models of a comprehensive church music program. Topics include leadership, administrative structure, music personnel, facilities, equipment, vestments, music library, budgeting, planning, vocal and instrumental ensembles and scheduling for a music program. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to plan, coordinate and administer a comprehensive church music program. --- # MUS 271 — Church Music Literature 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides an historic survey of traditional church music from the 17th century to the present and introduces contemporary Christian styles. Topics include criteria for choosing appropriate music for graded church choirs at easy, medium and advanced levels of difficulty, and a survey of publishing resources and cataloging systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of church music literature. --- # MUS 272 — The Children’s Choir 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to provide techniques for working with the child’s voice in a choral setting. Topics include working with children’s voices, rehearsal techniques, selecting literature, vestments and organizing a graded choir program. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate howto plan, coordinate and administer a graded choir program in a church. --- # MUS 273 — Literature for the Church Soloist 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to acquaint the singer with literature appropriate for use in services of worship. Topics include voice classification, study of the literature for general and seasonal use, and resources for publications and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of repertoire suitable for use throughout the church year, sources of solo literature and vocal classification. --- # MUS 279 — Church Music Practicum 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide supervised experience in the various areas of church music through directed study, practice, observation and other supervised experiences. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and documenting a practicum project related to a particular area of church music. Upon completion, students should be able to produce documentation that demonstrates the scope of the project. --- # MUS 290 — Introduction to Commercial Music 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides an introduction to the commercial music industry and the types of careers in commercial music. Topics include music publishing, recording, contracts, agents and managers, copyrights, unions, music companies and dealers. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of the different components of the commercial music industry and the various career options. --- # MUL 101 — Class Piano I 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 102 — Class Piano II 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 201 — Class Piano III 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 202 — Class Piano IV 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 111 — Class Voice I 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 112 — Class Voice II 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 211 — Class Voice III 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 212 — Class Voice IV 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 121 — Class Strings I 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 122 — Class Strings II 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 221 — Class Strings III 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 222 — Class Strings IV 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 131 — Class Woodwinds I 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 132 — Class Woodwinds II 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 231 — Class Woodwinds III 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 232 — Class Woodwinds IV 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 151 — Class Percussion I 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 152 — Class Percussion II 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 251 — Class Percussion III 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 252 — Class Percussion IV 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 161 — Class Fretted Instr. I 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 162 — Class Fretted Instr. II 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 261 — Class Fretted Instr. III 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 262 — Class Fretted Instr. IV 1 credits · 1 hours Group instruction is available in voice, piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments for students with little or no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music, basic performance technique and general musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of courses, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing and a knowledge of music fundamentals. --- # MUL 170 — Music Workshop I 1 credits · 1 hours This course is a seminar clinic in advanced rehearsal/ performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on intensive rehearsal techniques required for advanced or specialized performance groups. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by this type of ensemble. --- # MUL 171 — Music Workshop II 1 credits · 1 hours This course is a seminar clinic in advanced rehearsal/ performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on intensive rehearsal techniques required for advanced or specialized performance groups. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by this type of ensemble. --- # MUL 270 — Music Workshop III 1 credits · 1 hours This course is a seminar clinic in advanced rehearsal/ performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on intensive rehearsal techniques required for advanced or specialized performance groups. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by this type of ensemble. --- # MUL 271 — Music Workshop IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course is a seminar clinic in advanced rehearsal/ performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on intensive rehearsal techniques required for advanced or specialized performance groups. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by this type of ensemble. --- # MUL 172 — Musical Theatre Workshop I 2 credits · 2 hours This course includes the study of musical theater history, styles, performance and technical production. Emphasis is placed on the supervised study, preparation, production and performances of scenes or complete works of musical theater. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in a public presentation of the prepared scenes or work in an assigned performance or technical role. --- # MUL 173 — Musical Theatre Workshop II 2 credits · 2 hours This course includes the study of musical theater history, styles, performance and technical production. Emphasis is placed on the supervised study, preparation, production and performances of scenes or complete works of musical theater. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in a public presentation of the prepared scenes or work in an assigned performance or technical role. --- # MUL 272 — Musical Theatre Workshop III 2 credits · 2 hours This course includes the study of musical theater history, styles, performance and technical production. Emphasis is placed on the supervised study, preparation, production and performances of scenes or complete works of musical theater. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in a public presentation of the prepared scenes or work in an assigned performance or technical role. --- # MUL 273 — Musical Theatre Workshop IV 2 credits · 2 hours This course includes the study of musical theater history, styles, performance and technical production. Emphasis is placed on the supervised study, preparation, production and performances of scenes or complete works of musical theater. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in a public presentation of the prepared scenes or work in an assigned performance or technical role. --- # MUL 180 — Chorus I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 181 — Chorus II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 280 — Chorus III 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 281 — Chorus IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 182 — Vocal Ensemble I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 183 — Vocal Ensemble II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 282 — Vocal Ensemble III 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 283 — Vocal Ensemble IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 184 — Jazz/Show Choir I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 185 — Jazz/Show Choir II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 284 — Jazz/Show Choir III 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 285 — Jazz/Show Choir IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 190 — Concert Band I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 191 — Concert Band II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 290 — Concert Band III 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 291 — Concert Band IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 192 — Instrumental Ensemble I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 193 — Instrumental Ensemble II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 292 — Instrumental Ensemble III 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 293 — Instrumental Ensemble IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 196 — Jazz/Show Band I 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 197 — Jazz/Show Band II 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 296 — Jazz/Show Band III 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUL 297 — Jazz/Show Band IV 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble. --- # MUP 101 — Private Piano I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 102 — Private Piano II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 201 — Private Piano III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 202 — Private Piano IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 111 — Private Voice I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 112 — Private Voice II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 211 — Private Voice III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 212 — Private Voice IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 133 — Private Guitar I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 134 — Private Guitar II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 233 — Private Guitar III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 234 — Private Guitar IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 141 — Private Flute I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 142 — Private Flute II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 241 — Private Flute III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 242 — Private Flute IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 143 — Private Clarinet I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 144 — Private Clarinet II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 245 — Private Clarinet III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 246 — Private Clarinet IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 145 — Private Saxophone I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 146 — Private Saxophone II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 245 — Private Saxophone III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 246 — Private Saxophone IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 151 — Private Oboe I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 152 — Private Oboe II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 251 — Private Oboe III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 252 — Private Oboe IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 153 — Private Bassoon I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 154 — Private Bassoon II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 253 — Private Bassoon III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 254 — Private Bassoon IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 161 — Private Trumpet I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 162 — Private Trumpet II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 261 — Private Trumpet III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 262 — Private Trumpet IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 163 — Private French Horn I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 164 — Private French Horn II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 263 — Private French Horn III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 264 — Private French Horn IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 165 — Private Mellophone I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 166 — Private Mellophone II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 265 — Private Mellophone III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 266 — Private Mellophone IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 171 — Private Trombone I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 172 — Private Trombone II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 271 — Private Trombone III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 272 — Private Trombone IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 173 — Private Euphonium I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 174 — Private Euphonium II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 273 — Private Euphonium III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 274 — Private Euphonium IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 175 — Private Tuba I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 176 — Private Tuba II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 275 — Private Tuba III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 276 — Private Tuba IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 181 — Private Percussion I 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 182 — Private Percussion II 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 281 — Private Percussion III 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # MUP 282 — Private Percussion IV 1 credits · 1 hours Individual performance instruction is available in keyboard instruments, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and fretted instruments. Emphasis is placed on developing technique, repertoire and performance skills commensurate with the student’s educational goals. Students are required to practice a minimum of five hours per week for each credit hour. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively perform assigned repertoire and technical studies in an appropriate performance evaluation setting. +MUP courses are limited to music majors or minors only. --- # NAS 100 — Long Term Care Nursing Assistant 4 credits · 4 hours This course fulfills the seventy-five (75) hour OBRA requirements for training of long-term care nursing assistants in preparation for certification through competency evaluation. Emphasis is placed on the development of the knowledge, attitudes, and skills required of the long-term care nursing assistant. Upon completion, students should demonstrate satisfactory performance on written examinations and clinical skills. SKILLS LABORATORY/CLINICAL PRACTICE (S OR C) - Three hours of skills laboratory or clinical practice under the supervision of an instructor. --- # NUR 112 — Fundamental Concepts of Nursing 7 credits · 7 hours This course teaches foundational knowledge of nursing concepts and clinical decision making to provide evidence-based nursing care. Content includes but is not limited to: healthcare delivery systems, professionalism, health promotion, psychosocial well-being, functional ability, gas exchange, safety, pharmacology, and coordinator/manager of care. (Theory offered via distance education in hybrid option.) This course contains 1 credit hour of clinical. --- # NUR 113 — Nursing Concepts 8 credits · 8 hours This course teaches foundational knowledge of nursing concepts and clinical decision making to provide evidence-based nursing care. Content includes but is not limited to: coordinator/manager of care, perfusion, oxygenation, infection, inflammation, tissue integrity, nutrition, elimination, mobility/ immobility, cellular regulation, acid/bases balance, and fluid/ electrolyte balance. (Skills Lab offered via distance education--web-assisted.) (Theory offered via distance education in hybrid option.) This course contains 3 credit hours of clinical. --- # NUR 115 — Evidence Based Clinical Reasoning 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students with opportunities to collaborate with various members of the health care team in a family and community context. Students utilize clinical reasoning to assimilate concepts within the individual, health, and nursing domains. (Theory offered via distance education--hybrid.) This course contains 1 credit hour of clinical. --- # NUR 209 — Concepts for Healthcare Transition Students 10 credits · 10 hours This course focuses on application of nursing concepts to assist health care professionals to transition into the role of the registered nurse. Emphasis in this course is placed on evidenced based clinical decision making and nursing concepts provided in a family and community context for a variety of health alterations across the lifespan. 200 level courses are only for those students admitted to the ADN Program. *Availability of this class is dependent upon sufficent demand. Please contact a nursing advisor for more information. This course contains 3 credit hours of clinical. --- # NUR 221 — Advanced Evidence Based Clinical Reasoning 7 credits · 7 hours This course provides students with opportunities to demonstrate graduate competencies through didactic and preceptorship experiences necessary to transition to the profession of nursing. Content in nursing and health care domains includes management of care, professionalism, and healthcare delivery systems. 200 level courses are only for those students admitted to the ADN Program. (Theory offered via distance education--hybrid.) This course includes 4 credit hours of clinical (inclusive of preceptorship). --- # OAD 101 — Beginning Keyboarding 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to enable the student to use the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on speed and accuracy in keying alphabetic, symbol, and numeric information using a keyboard. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proper technique and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of basic business documents such as memoranda, letters, reports, etc. --- # OAD 103 — Intermediate Keyboarding 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to assist the student in increasing speed and accuracy using the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the production of business documents such as memoranda, letters, reports, tables, and outlines from unarranged rough draft to acceptable format. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of business documents. --- # OAD 104 — Advanced Keyboarding 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to assist the student in continuing to develop speed and accuracy using the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the production of business documents using decision-making skills. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of high-quality business documents. --- # OAD 125 — Word Processing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with basic word processing skills through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the utilization of software features to create, edit, and print common office documents. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to use industry-standard software to generate appropriately formatted, accurate, and attractive business documents such as memoranda, letters, and reports. --- # OAD 126 — Advanced Word Processing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to increase student proficiency in using the advanced word processing functions. Emphasis is on the use of industry-standard software to maximize productivity. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to generate complex documents such as forms, newsletters, and multi-page documents. --- # OAD 130 — Electronic Calculations 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to give students a job-level competency in using the ten-key touch method and develop the student’s ability to solve common business problems with an electronic display-printing calculator. Emphasis is on basic mathematical functions in a business context. Upon completion, students will be able to perform basic electronic calculating at an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy. --- # OAD 131 — Business English 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop the student’s ability to use proper English. Emphasis is on grammar, spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, word usage, word division, and proofreading. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively. --- # OAD 133 — Business Communications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with skills necessary to communicate effectively. Emphasis is on the application of communication principles to produce clear, correct, logically-organized business communications. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate effective communication techniques in written, oral, and nonverbal communications. Fall and Spring semester only. --- # OAD 134 — Career and Professional Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to assist the student in preparing for employment. Emphasis is on developing resumes, improving interview techniques, participating in mock interviews, setting goals, conducting job searches, and improving personal and professional image. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate confidence in seeking employment. --- # OAD 135 — Financial Record Keeping 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the accounting concepts, principles, and terminology. Emphasis is on the accounting cycle and equation as they relate to different types of business ownership. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate accounting procedures used in a proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. --- # OAD 137 — Computerized Financial Record Keeping 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with skill in using the microcomputer to enter financial data through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the use of appropriate software in the preparation of journals, financial statements, and selected payroll records. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a microcomputer system to record financial data. --- # OAD 138 — Records/Information Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to give the student knowledge about managing office records and information. Emphasis is on basic filing procedures, methods, systems, supplies, equipment, and modern technology used in the creation, protection, and disposition of records stored in a variety of forms. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform basic filing procedures. --- # OAD 211 — Medical Terminology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to familiarize the student with medical terminology. Emphasis is on the spelling, definition, pronunciation, and usage of medical terms. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively using medical terminology. --- # OAD 217 — Office Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop skills necessary for supervision of office functions. Emphasis is on issues relating to the combination of people and technology in achieving the goals of business in a culturally diverse workplace, including the importance of office organization, teamwork, workplace ethics, office politics, and conflict-resolution skills. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate effective supervision in the modern office. --- # OAD 218 — Office Procedures 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop an awareness of the responsibilities and opportunities of the office professional through classroom instruction. Emphasis is on current operating functions, practices and procedures, work habits, attitudes, oral and written communications, and professionalism. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively function in an office support role. --- # OAD 231 — Office Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the use of computerized equipment and application software as tools in the performance of a variety of office tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the role of the office professional in the selection and application of appropriate technology to the specific task or combination of tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the selection of appropriate computerized tools to complete designated tasks. --- # OAD 233 — Trends in Office Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to research current trends in office technology. Emphasis is on advances in technology relevant to the office environment such as electronic mail, multimedia interaction, presentation hardware and software, and Internet use. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate an awareness of current technological applications for the modern office. --- # OAD 241 — Office Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the integration of classroom learning with on-the-job experiences that relate meaningfully to office careers. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to an actual work situation. --- # OAD 247 — Special Projects 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity for the expansion of knowledge in an area of special interest under the direct supervision of instructor. Emphasis is on the student’s use of modern technology to study, research, or improve skills in a specialized office support area. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate enhanced knowledge and skill gained through an individualized project. --- # ORI 105 — Student Success for Develpmental Students 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to orient students to the college experience by providing them with tools needed for academic and personal success. Topics include: developing an internal focus of control, time management and organizational skills, critical and creative thinking strategies, personal and professional maturity, and effective study skills for college and beyond. --- # ORI 107 — Student Success 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide students with information to improve their success as students in a college environment. Specific topics include stress management, time management, goal setting, improving listening and note taking skills, identification of optimum learning styles, reading skills, study skills, problem solving and decision making, test taking strategies, and financial management. --- # PHL 106 — Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of philosophy. The literary and conceptual approach of the course is balanced with emphasis on approaches to ethical decision making. The student should have an understanding of major philosophical ideas in a historical survey from the early Greeks to the modern era. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See master schedule of classes or advisor for further information. --- # PHL 206 — Ethics and Society 3 credits · 3 hours This course involves the study of ethical issues which confront individuals in the course of their daily lives. The focus is on the fundamental questions of right and wrong, of human rights, and of conflicting obligations. The student should be able to understand and be prepared to make decisions in life regarding ethical issues. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See master schedule of classes or advisor for further information. --- # PHS 111 — Physical Science I 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides the non-technical student with an introduction to the basic principles of geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. Laboratory is required. --- # PHS 112 — Physical Science II 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides the non-technical student with an introduction to the basic principles of chemistry and physics. Laboratory is required. NOTE: PHS 112 may be taken before PHS 111. --- # PHS 120 — Environmental Science 4 credits · 4 hours This course is an interdisciplinary course designed to give the non-science major an introductory survey of the environment. The environment will be studied with an emphasis on topics such as air, soil, water, wild life, forestry, and solid waste pollution. Laboratory is required and will emphasize field studies and experimentation. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # PHY 115 — Technical Physics 4 credits · 4 hours Technical physics is an algebra-based physics course designed to utilize modular concepts to include motion, forces, torque, work energy, heat, wave/sound, light and electricity. Results of physics education research and physics applications in the workplace are used to improve the student’s understanding of physics in technical areas. Upon completion, students will be able to define motion and describe specific module concepts; utilize microcomputers to generate motion diagrams; understand the nature of contact forces and distinguish passive forces; work cooperatively to set-up laboratory ex… --- # PHY 120 — Introduction to Physics 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides an introduction to general physics for nonscience majors. Topics include fundamentals of mechanics, properties of matter, heat and temperature, electricity and magnetism, optics and modern physics. Laboratory is required. Offered upon sufficient enrollment. --- # PHY 201 — General Physics I - Trig Based 4 credits · 4 hours This course is designed to cover general physics at a level that assumes previous exposure to college algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific topics include mechanics, properties of matter and energy, thermodynamics, and periodic motion. A laboratory is required. --- # PHY 202 — General Physics II - Trig Based 4 credits · 4 hours This course is designed to cover general physics using college algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific topics include wave motion, sound, light optics, electrostatics, circuits, magnetism, and modern physics. Laboratory is required. --- # PHY 205 — Recitation in Physics I 1 credits · 1 hours This course will meet one hour weekly purely for problem solving. This course should be taken with PHY 201. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # PHY 206 — Recitation in Physics II 1 credits · 1 hours This course will meet one hour weekly purely for problem solving. This course should be taken with PHY 202. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # PHY 213 — General Physics I with Calculus 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides a calculus-based treatment of the principle subdivisions of classical physics: mechanics and energy including thermodynamics. Laboratory is required. --- # PHY 214 — General Physics II with Calculus 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides a calculus-based study in classical physics. Topics include simple harmonic motion, waves, sound, light, optics, electricity and magnetism. Laboratory is required. --- # PHY 215 — Recitation in Physics I with Calculus 1 credits · 1 hours This course will meet one hour weekly purely for problem solving. This course should be taken with PHY 213. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # PHY 216 — Recitation in Physics II with Calculus 1 credits · 1 hours This course will meet one hour weekly purely for problem solving. This course should be taken with PHY 214. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # PHY 299 — Directed Studies in Physics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed for independent study in specific areas of physics chosen by the student in consultation with a faculty member and carried out under faculty supervision. +Availability of this course is dependent on upon sufficient demand. See advisor for further information. --- # POL 211 — American National Government 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the background, constitutional principles, organization, and operation of the American political system. Topics include the U. S. Constitution, federalism, civil liberties, civil rights, political parties, interest groups, political campaigns, voting behavior, elections, the presidency, bureaucracy, Congress, and the justice system. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and explain relationships among the basic elements of American government and function as more informed participants of the American political system. --- # POL 220 — State and Local Government 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of the forms of organization, functions, institutions, and operation of American state and local governments. Emphasis is placed on the variety of forms and functions of state and local governments, with particular attention to those in Alabama and to the interactions between state and local government and the national government. Upon completion, students should be able to identify elements of and explain relationships among the state, local, and national governments of the U.S., and function as more informed participants of state and local political systems. --- # POL 299 — Directed Studies 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides opportunities for non-traditional exploration of selected topics in political science. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and experience students gain through learning activities such as guided reading, internships, and programs combining personal experience with related intensive study. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare papers, presentations, or other projects on approved topics related to their individual experiences. *Credit to be determined from appropriate contact-to-credit ratio formula. --- # PSY 200 — General Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of behavior with emphasis upon psychological processes. This course includes the biological bases for behavior, thinking, emotion, motivation, and the nature and development of personality. --- # PSY 207 — Psychology of Adjustment 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an understanding of the basic principles of mental health and an understanding of the individual modes of behavior. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See master schedule of classes or advisor for further information. --- # PSY 210 — Human Growth and Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course is the study of the psychological, social, and physical factors that affect human behavior from conception to death. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See master schedule of classes or advisor for further information. --- # PSY 230 — Abnormal Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of abnormal behavior and its social and biological origins. The anxiety related disorders, psychoses, personality disorders and mental deficiencies will be covered. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See master schedule of classes or advisor for further information. --- # PSY 270 — Business and Industry Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of interpersonal relations in the working environment, interpersonal communications, and techniques for selection and supervision of personnel. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See master schedule of classes or advisor for further information. --- # PSY 276 — Human Relations 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on readings, inter- and intrapersonal experiences, individual testing, employer visits and open discussions. Its goal is to assist the student in making a successful transition from classroom to the world of work. +Availability of this course is dependent upon sufficient demand. See master schedule of classes or advisor for further information. --- # RAD 111 — Introduction to Radiography 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students with an overview of radiography and its role in health care delivery. Topics include the history of radiology, professional organizations, legal and ethical issues, health care delivery systems, introduction to radiation protection, and medical terminology. Upon completion students will demonstrate foundational knowledge of radiologic science. --- # RAD 112 — Radiography Procedures I 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides the student with instruction in anatomy and positioning of the Chest and Thorax, Upper and Lower Extremities, and Abdomen. Theory and laboratory exercises will cover radiographic positions and procedures. Upon completion of the course the student will demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning skills, oral communication and critical thinking in both the didactic and laboratory settings. --- # RAD 113 — Patient Care 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides the student with concepts of patient care and pharmacology and cultural diversity. Emphasis in theory and lab is placed on assessment and considerations of physical and psychological conditions, routine and emergency. Upon completion, students will demonstrate / explain patient care procedures appropriate to routine and emergency situations. --- # RAD 114 — Clinical Education I 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides the student with the opportunity to correlate instruction with applications in the clinical setting. The student will be under the direct supervision of a qualified practitioner. Emphasis is on clinical orientation, equipment, procedures, and department policies. Upon completion of the course, the student will demonstrate practical applications of specific radiographic procedures identified in RAD 112. --- # RAD 122 — Radiographic Procedures II 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides the student with instruction in anatomy and positioning of spine, cranium, body systems and special procedures. Theory and laboratory exercises will cover radiographic positions and procedures with applicable contrast media administration. Upon completion of the course the student will demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and positioning skills, oral communication and critical thinking in both the didactic and laboratory settings. --- # RAD 124 — Clinical Education II 5 credits · 5 hours This course provides students with the opportunity to correlate previous instruction with applications in the clinical setting. Students will be under the direct supervision of a qualified practitioner. Practical experience in a clinical setting enables students to apply theory presented thus far and to practice radiographic equipment manipulation, radiographic exposure, routine radiographic positioning, identification, and patient care techniques. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate practical applications of radiographic procedures presented in current and previous cours… --- # RAD 125 — Imaging Equipment 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with knowledge of basic physics and the fundamentals of imaging equipment. Topics include information on x-ray production, beam characteristics, units of measurement, and imaging equipment components. Upon completion, students will be able to identify imaging equipment as well as provide a basic explanation of the principles associated with image production. --- # RAD 134 — Clinical Education III 5 credits · 5 hours This course provides students with the opportunity to correlate previous instruction with applications in the clinical setting. Students will be under the direct supervision of a qualified practitioner. Practical experience in a clinical setting enables students to apply theory presented thus far and to practice radiographic equipment manipulation, radiographic exposure, routine radiographic positioning, identification, and patient care techniques. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate practical applications of radiographic procedures presented in current and previous cours… --- # RAD 135 — Exposure Principles 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with the knowledge of factors that govern and influence the production of radiographic images and assuring consistency in the production of quality images. Topics include factors that influence density, contrast and radiographic quality as well as quality assurance, image receptors, intensifying screens, processing procedures, artifacts, and state and federal regulations. --- # RAD 136 — Radiation Protection and Biology 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides the student with principles of radiation protection and biology. Topics include radiation protection responsibility of the radiographer to patients, personnel and the public, principles of cellular radiation interaction and factors affecting cell response. Upon completion the student will demonstrate knowledge of radiation protection practices and fundamentals of radiation biology. --- # RAD 212 — Image Evaluation and Pathology 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides a basic understanding of the concepts of disease and provides the knowledge to evaluate image quality. Topics include evaluation criteria, anatomy demonstration and image quality with emphasis placed on a body system approach to pathology. Upon completion students will identify radiographic manifestations of disease and the disease process. Students will evaluate images in the classroom, laboratory and clinical settings. --- # RAD 214 — Clinical Education IV 8 credits · 8 hours This course provides students with the opportunity to correlate previous instruction with applications in the clinical setting. Students will be under the direct supervision of a qualified practitioner. Practical experience in a clinical setting enables students to apply theory presented thus far and to practice radiographic equipment manipulation, radiographic exposure, routine radiographic positioning, identification, and patient care techniques. Principles of computed tomography and cross-sectional anatomy will be presented. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate practica… --- # RAD 224 — Clinical Education V 8 credits · 8 hours This course provides students with the opportunity to correlate previous instruction with applications in the clinical setting. Students will be under the direct supervision of a qualified practitioner. Practical experience in a clinical setting enables students to apply theory presented thus far and to practice radiographic equipment manipulation, radiographic exposure, routine radiographic positioning, identification, and patient care techniques. Principles other than imaging modalities will be presented. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate practical applications of rad… --- # RAD 227 — Review Seminar 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides a consolidated and intensive review of the basic areas of expertise needed by the entry level technologist. Topics include basic review of all content areas, test taking techniques and job seeking skills. Upon completion the student will be able to pass comprehensive tests of topic covered in the Radiologic Technology Program. --- # RAD 250 — Advanced Patient Care This course will provide the radiographer with concepts of patient care including patient preparation, patient education, assessment and monitoring, IV procedures for contrast agents and medications, pharmacology, emergency care, radiation safety and biological considerations, safety precautions, and general procedural considerations for CT, MRI, Mammography, Cardiovascular Interventional Technology and Diagnostic Medical Sonography. --- # RAD 285 — Magnetic Resonance Clinical Education 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides the essential clinical experiences for magnetic resonance imaging. Emphasis is on the development of skills and competencies of MRI imaging procedures, data acquisition, and image processing. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate practical application of MRI imaging procedures. --- # REL 100 — History of World Religions 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to acquaint the student with the beliefs and practices of the major contemporary religions of the world. This includes the religions of Africa, the Orient, and the western world. The student should have an understanding of the history and origins of the various religions in the world. --- # REL 151 — Survey of the Old Testament 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the content of the Old Testament with emphasis on the historical context and contemporary theological and cultural significance of the Old Testament. The student should have an understanding of the significance of the Old Testament writings upon completion of this course. --- # REL 152 — Survey of the New Testament 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a survey of the books of the New Testament with special attention focused on the historical and geographical setting. The student should have an understanding of the books of the New Testament and the cultural and historical events associated with these writings. --- # SAL 133 — Salon Management Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop entry-level management skills for the beauty industry. Topics include job-seeking, leader and entrepreneurship development, business principles, business laws, insurance, marketing, and technology issues in the workplace. Upon completion, the student should be able to list job-seeking and management skills and the technology that is available for use in the salon. --- # SAL 201 — Entrepreneurship for Salon/Spa 3 credits · 3 hours This course is covers the important issues and critical steps involved in starting a new business from scratch. Topics covered include developing a business plan, creating a successful marketing strategy, setting up the legal basis for business, raising start-up funds, attracting and managing human resources, managing costs, and developing a custom base. --- # SOC 200 — Introduction to Sociology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the vocabulary, concepts, and theory of sociological perspectives of human behavior. --- # SOC 208 — Introduction to Criminology 3 credits · 3 hours This course delves into the nature and extent of crime in the United States, as well criminal delinquent behavior and theories of causation. The study includes criminal personalities, principles of prevention, control, and treatment. --- # SOC 209 — Juvenile Delinquency 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the causes of delinquency. It also reviews programs of prevention, and control of juvenile delinquency, as well as the role of the courts. --- # SOC 210 — Social Problems 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the social and cultural aspects, influences, incidences and characteristics of current social problems in light of sociological theory and research. --- # SOC 247 — Marriage and the Family 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of family structures and families in a modern society. It covers preparation for marriage, as well as sociological, psychological, biological, and financial factors relevant to success in marriage and family life. --- # SOC 296 — Directed Studies in Sociology 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with opportunities to have “hands-on” experience with research methods used in the behavioral sciences or to complete directed readings under faculty supervision. --- # SPA 101 — Introductory Spanish I 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides an introduction to Spanish. Topics include the development of basic communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge of the cultures of Spanishspeaking areas. --- # SPA 102 — Introductory Spanish II 4 credits · 4 hours This continuation course includes the development of basic communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge of the cultures of Spanish-speaking areas. --- # SPA 201 — Intermediate Spanish I 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a review and further development of communication skills. Topics include readings of literary, historical, and/or cultural texts. --- # SPA 202 — Intermediate Spanish II 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a review and further development of communication skills. Topics include readings of literary, historical, and/or cultural texts. --- # SPH 107 — Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores principles of audience and environment analysis as well as the actual planning, rehearsing and presenting of formal speeches to specific audiences. Historical foundations, communication theories and student performances are emphasized. --- # SPH 226 — Business and Professional Speech 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the fundamentals of speech applied to business and professional speech, reports, sales talks, conference, interviews, speeches of goodwill, speeches of inspiration and courtesy, and after dinner speeches. --- # THR 113 — Theater Workshop I 2 credits · 2 hours This is the first in a six-course sequence which provide practical experience in the production and performance of a dramatic presentation with assignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound, costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing, and other aspects of theater production. --- # THR 114 — Theater Workshop II 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a continuation of THR 113. --- # THR 115 — Theater Workshop III 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a continuation of THR 114. --- # THR 120 — Theater Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to increase appreciation of contemporary theater. Emphasis is given to the theater as an art form through the study of history and theory of drama and its contributions to modern media. The course examines the roles of playwright, actor, director, designer and technician. Attendance at theater productions may be required. --- # THR 126 — Introduction to Theater 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to teach the history of the theater and the principles of drama. It also covers the development of theater production and the study of selected plays as theatrical presentations. --- # THR 131 — Acting Techniques I 3 credits · 3 hours This is the first of a two-course sequence in which the student will focus on the development of the body and voice as the performing instruments in acting. Emphasis is placed on pantomime, improvisation, acting exercises, a building characterizations in short acting scenes. --- # THR 132 — Acting Techniques II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THR 131 --- # THR 141 — Introduction to Dance in Theater This is the first of a two-course sequence which offers the student an introduction to basic dance movements and the use of dance in dramatic productions. --- # THR 142 — Introduction to Dance in Theater II 1 credits · 1 hours This course is a continuation of THR 141. --- # THR 213 — Theater Workshop IV 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a continuation of THR 113-114-115. --- # THR 214 — Theater Workshop V 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a continuation of THR 113, 114, 115. --- # THR 215 — Theater Workshop Vi 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a continuation of THR 113-114-115-214. --- # THR 216 — Theatrical Make-Up 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a study of the materials and techniques of theatrical make-up. --- # THR 236 — Stagecraft 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of the principles, techniques, and materials in theatrical scenery and lighting. --- # THR 266 — Fundamentals of Directing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to cover the fundamentals of directing. Instruction will include lectures, demonstration, written and oral analysis of scripts and performances. --- # THR 296 — Directed Studies in Theater 2 credits · 2 hours This course deals with problems in theater and art management. Problems may be arranged in conjunction with other disciplines in the Fine Arts. --- # WMT 100 — Water Supply and Wastewater Control 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to familiarize the student with water supply and wastewater control. Emphasis is on the engineering aspects of water supply, water distribution, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment and disposal. Upon completion, students should be able to apply engineering and scientific concepts and principles of water supply and wastewater control. --- # WMT 101 — Introduction to Water Treatment Processes 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to train prospective water treatment plant operators and managers in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining water treatment plants, with emphasis on the use of safe practices and procedures. Students will learn how to safely operate and maintain coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection processes. They will also learn how to control tastes and odors in drinking water, control corrosion to meet the requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule, perform basic water laboratory procedures, and solve arithmetic problems commonly associate… --- # WMT 102 — Introduction to Wastewater Treatment Processes 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to train prospective wastewater treatment plant operators and managers in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plants, with emphasis on the use of safe practices and procedures. Students will learn how to safely operate and maintain racks, screens, comminutors, sedimentation tanks, trickling filters, rotating biological contactors, package activated sludge plants, oxidation ditches, ponds, and chlorination facilities. Students will also learn how to analyze and solve operational problems and how to perform mathematical calculations re… --- # WMT 120 — Sanitary Chemistry and Biology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to acquaint the student with the fundamentals of microbiology and chemistry applicable to water and wastewater management. Emphasis is on laboratory procedures pertinent to water/wastewater treatment. Upon completion, students should be able to perform relevant laboratory procedures. --- # WMT 213 — Water and Wastewater Instrumentation and Controls 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the basic fundamentals of instrumentation applicable to water and wastewater management. The application, maintenance, and calibration of instruments in water and wastewater systems are emphasized. Upon completion, students should be able to read, calibrate and maintain mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic sensing equipment, and indicating, recording, and control equipment. --- # WMT 214 — Basic Hydraulics for Water and Wastewater Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of practical hydraulic design related to water supply and wastewater control. Topics include the collection, treatment, and distribution of water and collection and treatment of domestic and industrial wastewater. Upon completion, students should be able to apply principles of hydraulic systems to water and wastewater management practices. --- # WMT 291 — Municipal Internship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to allow a student first-hand experience in a municipal wastewater facility or a research facility. These placements will be coordinated through the wastewater treatment program and may include compensated or uncompensated placement. --- # WDT 108 — SMAW Fillet/OFC 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with instruction on safety practices and terminology in the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Emphasis is placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment identification, set-up and operation, and related information in the SMAW process. This course also covers the rules of basic safety and identification of shop equipment and provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. --- # WDT 109 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/Cac 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with instruction on safety practices and terminology in the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Emphasis is placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment identification, set-up and operation, and related information in the SMAW process. This course also covers the rules of basic safety and identification of shop equipment and provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation of carbon arc cutting and plasma arc cutting. Students should be able to identify pipe positions, filler metals, purging gas, proper joint geome… --- # WDT 110 — Industrial Blueprint Reading 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with the understanding and fundamentals of industrial blueprint reading. Emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting lines, views, dimensions, weld joint configurations and weld symbols. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret welding symbols and blueprints as they apply to welding and fabrication. --- # WDT 115 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Theory 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with the practices and procedures of welding carbon steel pipe using the gas tungsten arc weld (GTAW) process. Emphasis is placed on pipe positions, filler metal selection, purging gasses, joint geometry, joint preparation, and fit-up. Upon completion, students should be able to identify pipe positions, filler metals, purging gas, proper joint geometry, joint preparation, and fit-up to the applicable code. --- # WDT 119 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Theory 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to the gas metal arc and flux cored arc welding process. Emphasis is placed on safe operating practices, handling and storage of compressed gasses, process principles, component identification, various welding techniques and base and filler metal identification. --- # WDT 120 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Theory 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with instruction on joint design, joint preparation, and fit-up of groove welds in accordance with applicable welding codes. Emphasis is placed on safe operation, joint design, joint preparation, and fit-up. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the proper joint design, joint preparation and fit-up of groove welds in accordance with applicable welding codes. --- # WDT 122 — SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce the student to the proper set-up and operation of the shielded metal arc welding equipment. Emphasis is placed on striking and controlling the arc, and proper fit up of fillet joints. This course is also designed to instruct students in the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. Upon completion, students should be able to make fillet welds in all positions using electrodes in the F-3 groups in accordance with applicable welding code and be able to safely operate oxy-fuel equipment and perform those operations as per the applicable welding code. --- # WDT 123 — SMAW Fillet/Pac/CAC Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce the student to the proper set-up and operation of the shielded metal arc welding equipment. Emphasis is placed on striking and controlling the arc, and proper fit up of fillet joints. This course is also designed to instruct students in the safe operation of plasma arc and carbon arc cutting. Upon completion, students should be able to make fillet welds in all positions using electrodes in the F-4 groups in accordance with applicable welding code and be able to safely operate plasma arc and carbon arc equipment and perform those operations as per the appli… --- # WDT 124 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Cored Arc Welding Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction and demonstration using the various transfer methods and techniques to gas metal arc and flux cored arc welds. Topics included are safety, equipment set-up, joint design and preparation, and gases. --- # WDT 125 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding Groove Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction and demonstration in the shielded metal arc welding process on carbon steel plate with various size F3 and F4 group electrodes in all positions. Emphasis is placed on welding groove joints and using various F3 and F4 group electrodes in all positions. Upon completion, the student should be able to make visually acceptable groove weld joints in accordance with applicable welding codes. --- # WDT 155 — GTAW Carbon Pipe Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with skills in welding carbon steel pipe with gas tungsten arc weld techniques in various pipe weld positions. Upon completion, students should be able to perform gas tungsten arc welding on carbon steel pipe with the prescribed filler metals in various positions in accordance with the applicable code. --- # WDT 181 — Special Topics Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides specialized instruction in various areas related to the welding industry. Emphasis is placed on meeting students needs. --- # WDT 182 — Special Topics - Advanced Maintenance Welding 3 credits · 3 hours This course allows the student to plan, execute, and present results of individual projects in welding. Emphasis is placed on enhancing skill attainment in the welding field. The student will be able to demonstrate and apply competencies identified and agreed upon between the student and instructor. --- # WDT 183 — Special Topics 2 credits · 2 hours This course allows the student to plan, execute, and present results of individual projects in welding. Emphasis is placed on enhancing skill attainment in the welding field. The student will be able to demonstrate and apply competencies identified and agreed upon between the student and instructor. --- # WDT 184 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course allows the student to plan, execute, and present results of individual projects in welding. Emphasis is placed on enhancing skill attainment in the welding field. The student will be able to demonstrate and apply competencies identified and agreed upon between the student and instructor. --- # WDT 193 — Co-Op 3 credits · 3 hours This course constitutes a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to welding. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting. --- # WDT 217 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Theory 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to the practices and procedures of welding carbon steel pipe using the shielded metal arc weld (SMAW) process. Emphasis is placed on pipe positions, electrode selection, joint geometry, joint preparation and fit-up. Upon completion, students should be able to identify pipe positions, electrodes, proper joint geometry, joint preparation, and fit-up in accordance with applicable codes, perform those operations as per the applicable welding code. --- # WDT 219 — Welding Inspection & Testing 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with inspection skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate welded joints and apply quality control measures as needed. Emphasis is placed on interpreting welding codes, welding procedures, and visual inspection methods. Upon completion, students should be able to visually identify visual acceptable weldments as prescribed by the code or welding specification report. --- # WDT 228 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Theory 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides student with knowledge needed to perform gas tungsten arc welds using ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, according to applicable welding codes. Topics include safe operating practices, equipment identification and set-up, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas and filler metals. Upon completion, a student should be able to identify safe operating practices, equipment identification and setup, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas, filler metals, and various welds on ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, using the gas tungsten arc we… --- # WDT 257 — SMAW Carbon Pipe Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with skills in welding carbon steel pipe with shielded metal arc welding techniques in various pipe welding positions. Upon completion, students should be able to perform shielded metal arc welding on carbon steel pipe with the prescribed electrodes in various positions in accordance with the applicable codes. --- # WDT 268 — Gas Tungsten Arc Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with skills needed to perform gas tungsten arc welds using ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, according to applicable welding codes. Topics include safe operating practices, equipment identification and set-up, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas and filler metals. Upon completion, a student should be able to identify safe operating practices, equipment identification and setup, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas, filler metals, and various welds on ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, using the gas tungsten arc weld… --- # WDT 291 — Co-Op These courses constitue a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to welding. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting. --- # ACR 126 — Commercial Heating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the theory and application of larger heating systems emphasizing commercial applications such as gas heaters, boilers, unit heaters, duct heaters, and hydronic systems. Upon completion, students will be able to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance on commercial heating systems. --- # ENG 100 — Vocational Technical English 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to enhance reading and writing skills for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on technical reading, job-related vocabulary, sentence writing, punctuation, and spelling with substantial focus on occupational performance requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to identify main ideas with supporting details and produce mechanically correct short writings appropriate to the workplace. --- # OAD 242 — Office Internship 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position. --- # PLB 111 — Introduction to Plumbing 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the fundamental plumbing principles, practices, and history. Topics include basic plumbing principles, safety, job seeking skills, blueprint reading, plumber's math, shop orientation, and school policy. Upon completion, students will be able to seek employment, understand basic plumbing principles, read and interpret blueprints, work safely, and use formulas to solve plumbing problems involving measurement and layouts. This is a CORE course. --- # PLB 112 — Plumbing Applications 3 credits · 3 hours Students perform various basic plumbing and pipefitting tasks. Safety and regulatory compliance is emphasized throughout this course. At the conclusion of this course students will be able to develop basic plumbing drawings and schematics, use hand and power tools, measure fittings, and join pipe with oxy-fuel equipment. --- # PLB 113 — Pipes & Fittings 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the theory of joining pipes and fittings. Topics include methods of joining pipe and fittings, selecting and using power tools, and methods of securing piping. Upon completion students will be able to identify pipe and fittings, identify tools, properly care for tools and identify various types of pipe securing devices. This is a CORE course. --- # PLB 114 — Joining Pipes & Fittings 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers identifying pipe and fittings, proper methods for joining all types of pipe and fittings, hanging and securing pipe and using materials and tools. Emphasis is on all plumbing materials, tools, suppliers, equipment and methods. Upon completion, students will be able to join various pipe and fittings. --- # DDT 144 — Basic 3D Modeling 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to 3D solid modeling techniques utilizing feature-based, constraint-based parametric design. This course encourages the student to visualize parts in the 3D world and have a “design intent” plan for each part in which they will design. Upon completion of the course students should be able to create basic 3D models and 2D working drawings. --- # DDT 292 — CO-OP 3 credits · 3 hours These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to drafting. In these courses the employer evaluates the student's productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting. --- # DDT 244 — Advanced Solids Modeling 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students will receive instruction on advanced 3D modeling concepts such as surfacing, advanced sheet metal creation and editing, assemblies utilizing sub-assemblies, advanced assembly features and top down design, and 3D sketching and weldments. Students will continue to enhance their skills using 3D software to produce 3D models using advanced techniques and create detailed industry ready 2D working drawings. Students will also use industry standard dimensioning and advanced tolerancing practices per ANSI standards as applicable to 3D design and working drawings. Students wil… --- # INT 222 — Special Topics: Safety 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides specialized instruction in various areas related to industrial maintenance. Emphasis is placed on meeting students' needs. --- # INT 142 — F.A.M.E Manufacturing Core Exercise 2, Workplace Visual Organization (5S) 1 credits · 1 hours This course introduces the Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) MCE-2 (Manufacturing Core Exercise) for Workplace Visual Organization (AKA: 5S). Students will learn how to achieve higher productivity, produce fewer defects, meet deadlines, attain higher workplace safety and how to expose abnormal work conditions quickly and easily for correction and countermeasure. The 5S process will be clearly defined with experiential exercises, reinforcing the following process steps and their objectives: Sift Organization Sort Orderliness Sweep and Wash Cleanliness Spic and Span Total St… --- # INT 144 — FAME MANUFACTURING CORE EXERCISE 3, LEAN MANUFACTURING 1 credits · 1 hours This course introduces the Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) MCE-3 (Manufacturing Core Exercise) for Lean Manufacturing. Students will be introduced to a systematic method for waste minimization (AKA: Muda) within a manufacturing system, without sacrificing productivity. Lean also takes into account waste created through overburden (AKA: Muri) and waste created through unevenness in workloads (AKA: Mura). The Lean management philosophy will be clearly defined and explained with experiential exercises, reinforcing the following concepts: The value-added product The maintena… --- # INT 146 — FAME MANUFACTURING CORE EXERCISE 4, PROBLEM SOLVING 1 credits · 1 hours This course introduces the Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) MCE-4 (Manufacturing Core Exercise) for Problem Solving. Students will learn how to use the eight-step problem solving model in an experiential learning environment, in conjunction with the PDCA cycle (plan, do, check and act). The eight steps students will learn to use are: Clarify the problem (plan) Breakdown the problem (plan Set the target (plan) Analyze the root cause (plan) Develop countermeasures (plan) Implement countermeasures (do) Monitor results and process (check) Standardize and share success (act) --- # INT 148 — FAME MANUFACTURING CORE EXERCISE 5, MACHINE RELIABILITY 1 credits · 1 hours This course introduces the Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) MCE-5 (Manufacturing Core Exercise) for machine reliability. Students will learn how to use the process of Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) to drive for zero downtime and reach for maximum Heijunka. Students will be given an in depth understanding of Heijunka (Japanese for “leveling”), as a process that maintains a balanced relationship between predictability by leveling demand, flexibility by decreasing changeover time and stability by averaging production volume and type, over the long-term. The RCM proce… --- # COS 143 — Specialty Hair Preparations Technique 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the theory and practice of hair designing. Topics include creating styles using basic and advanced techniques of back combing, up sweeps and braiding. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the techniques and procedures for hair designing. --- # BAR 108 — Introduction to Barbering 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an orientation to professional barber styling. Topics include learning skills, history of barbering, professional image, microbiology, safety, infection control, implements and tools, razor shaving properties and disorders of hair and scalp, and the treatment of hair. CORE --- # BAR 109 — Bacteriology and Sanitation 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the theory of bacteriology and sanitation. Topics include the types of bacteria and sanitation procedures, and razor shaving. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify types of bacteria and methods of sanitation. --- # BAR 110 — Orientation to Barbering 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an orientation to professional barber styling. Topics include professional image, basic fundamentals, and the history of barber-styling. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify the core concepts of the profession. --- # BAR 111 — Introduction to Barbering Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides practical application of barber-styling fundamentals. Emphasis is placed on safety, infection control, the use and care of implements, treatment of hair, and razor shaving. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate proper infection control, hair care, and use of implements. CORE --- # BAR 112 — Science of Barbering 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to the basic science of barber-styling. Topics include anatomy/physiology, disorders and treatments of the skin, scalp, and hair, and theory of facial and scalp massage. Upon completion, the student should be familiar with the anatomical structures, as well as disorders and treatments of the skin, scalp, and hair. CORE --- # BAR 113 — Fundamentals of Barbering Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides practical application of barber fundamentals learned in earlier courses. Emphasis is placed on safety, facial massage, treatment of hair and scalp proper use and care of implements, shampooing and haircutting, and razor shaving. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform fundamental barbering techniques with limited supervision. CORE --- # INT 139 — Introduction to Robotic Programming 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction robotic programming. Emphasis is placed on but not limited to the following: Safety, motion programming, creating and editing programs, I/O instructions, macros, file and program storage. Upon completion the student will bw able to safely perform basic functions in the work cell as well as program a robot to perform simple functions. --- # INT 253 — Industrial Robotics Concepts 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces principle concepts and applications of robotics. Topics include the history of robotics, social implications, basic conceptual design, and primary applications. Emphasis is placed on robot classification, safety, associated terminology, robotic applications, understanding the interfacing of electrical control systems necessary for robotic movement and articulation, servomotors, power systems, control systems, end-of-arm tooling, and other fundamentals. Upon completion students should be able to describe the various robot classifications, characteristics, explain system… --- # DDT 118 — Basic Electrical Drafting 3 credits · 3 hours COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers the universal language of electrical drafting, including electrical lines, symbols, abbreviations, and notation. Emphasis is placed on typical components such as generators controls, transmission networks, and lighting, heating, and cooling devices. Upon completion, students should be able to draw basic diagrams of electrical and electronic circuits using universally accepted lines and symbols. --- # CHD 217 — Math and Science for Young Children 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with information on children’s conceptual development and the fundamental basic concepts of both math and science. Students learn various techniques for planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities. Students will also learn about integrated curriculum. --- # EDU101 — Inquiry Approaches to Teaching 1 credits · 1 hours This course allows students to explore STEM teaching as a career. Following an introduction to the theory and practice behind excellent inquiry-based science and mathematics instruction, students teach lessons in elementary classrooms to obtain firsthand experience in planning and implementation. Students explore the possibility of teaching in science or mathematics. Students teach science or mathematics lessons in local elementary classrooms and obtain first-hand experience with planning and implementing inquiry-based curriculum. --- # EDU102 — Inquiry Based Lesson Design 1 credits · 1 hours Students continue developing the lesson planning skills learned in EDU 101: Inquiry Approaches to Teaching. After observing a lesson being taught in a local school district classroom, students plan and teach three inquiry-based lessons to sixth, seventh, or eighth graders. Middle school science or mathematics classrooms are selected both for the diversity of the student body and the quality of the classroom teachers, who serve as mentors for the students assigned to them. --- # MLT 111 — Urinalysis & Body Fluids 4 credits · 4 hours This course focuses on the theory and techniques in the examination of urine. The student is introduced to physical and chemical properties as well as microscopic examination of sediment and the identification of cells and crystals. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic urinalysis and correlate laboratory results to renal disorders and other disease states. --- # MLT 121 — Hematology 5 credits · 5 hours In this course the theory and techniques of hematology and other body fluids are covered. The student is presented with blood components, normal and abnormal cell morphology, hemostasis, selected automated methods, as well as body fluid physical and chemical properties, microscopic examination, and identification of cells and crystals. Upon completion, students should be able to perform various procedures including preparation and examination of hematologic slides and relate results to specific disorders. --- # MLT 131 — Laboratory Techniques 4 credits · 4 hours This course covers the basic principles and techniques used in the medical laboratory. Emphasis is placed on terminology, basic laboratory equipment, specimen collection and processing, safety, and computations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform various basic laboratory techniques and utilize basic theories of laboratory principles. --- # MLT 141 — MLT Microbiology I 5 credits · 5 hours The student is presented with the theories, techniques, and methods used in basic bacteriology. Focus is on bacterial isolation, identification, and susceptibility testing. Upon completion, students should be able to select media, isolate and identify microorganisms, and discuss modern concepts of epidemiology. --- # MLT 142 — MLT Microbiology II 3 credits · 3 hours The student is presented with the theories, techniques, and methods used in basic parasitology, mycology, and virology. Emphasis is placed on special bacteria, identification, life cycles, culture growth, and pathological states of infection and infestation. Upon completion, students should be able to identify certain parasites, demonstrate various staining and culture procedures, and discuss the correlation of certain microorganisms to pathological conditions. --- # MLT 151 — MLT Clinical Chemistry 5 credits · 5 hours This course emphasizes theories and techniques in basic and advanced clinical chemistry. Coverage includes various methods of performing biochemical analyses on medical specimens. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of chemistry, evaluate quality control, and associate abnormal test results to clinical significance. --- # MLT 181 — Clinical Immunology 2 credits · 2 hours Theory and techniques in immunology are presented to the student. Emphasis is placed on the basic principles of the immune system, serologic testing, the production of specific antibodies and their use in the identification of infectious organisms. Upon completion, students should be able to relate basic principles of immunology, describe techniques for analytical methods utilizing immunological concepts, and correlate results of analyses to certain disease states. --- # MLT 191 — MLT Immunohematology 5 credits · 5 hours Theory and techniques in immunohematology are presented to the student. In this course coverage includes antigen and antibody reactions including blood typing, antibody detection and identification, and compatibility testing. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theories and principles of immunohematology to procedures for transfusion and donor services, and correlate blood banking practices to certain disease states and disorders. --- # MLT 293 — MLT Clinical Seminar 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a cumulative review of medical laboratory science theory. The seminar consists of cumulative review of previous courses emphasizing recall, application or theory, correlation, and evaluation of all areas of medical laboratory science. This course will assist in preparation of the students for the National Board of Certification exam. --- # MLT 294 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Hematology and Urinalysis 2 credits · 2 hours This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in hematology and urinalysis. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as specimen preparation and examination, instrumentation, reporting of results, management of data and quality control. Upon completion, students should be able to process specimens, perform analyses utilizing various methods including instrumentation, report results, and manage data and quality control using information systems. (This course contains 2 credit hours of clinical.) --- # MLT 295 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Microbiology 2 credits · 2 hours This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in microbiology. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as recovery, isolation, culturing and identification of microorganisms. Upon completion, students should be able to isolate, culture, and analyze microorganisms utilizing various methods, report results, and manage data and quality control using information systems. (This course contains 2 credit hours of clinical.) --- # MLT 296 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Immunohematology 2 credits · 2 hours This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in immunohematology. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as the detection and identification of antibodies, the typing of blood, and compatibility testing of blood and blood components. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the screening for and identification of antibodies, compatibility testing, record and manage data and quality control using information systems. (This course contains 2 credit hours of clinical.) --- # MLT 297 — Medical Laboratory Practicum Chemistry and Immunology 2 credits · 2 hours This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in medical chemistry and immunology. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as computerized instrumentation and the ability to recognize technical problems. Upon completion, students should be able to perform biochemical analyses by various methods, including testing utilizing computer-oriented instrumentation, report test results, and manage patient data and quality control statistics using information systems. (This course contains 2 credit hours of clin… --- # NUR 114 — Nursing Concepts II 8 credits · 8 hours This course teaches foundational knowledge of nursing concepts and clinical decision making to provide evidence-based nursing care. Content includes but is not limited to coordinator/manager of care, sexuality, reproduction and childbearing, infection, inflammation, sensory perception, perfusion, cellular regulation, mood disorders and affect, renal fluid/electrolyte balance, and medical emergencies. (Theory offered via distance education in hybrid option.) This course includes 3 credit hours of clinical. --- # NUR 211 — Advanced Nursing Concepts 7 credits · 7 hours This course provides opportunities for students to integrate advance nursing care concepts within a family and community context. Content includes but is not limited to manager of care for advanced concepts in safety, fluid/electrolyte balance, cellular regulation, gas exchange, psychosocial well-being, growth and development, perfusion, and medical emergencies. 200 level courses are only for those students admitted to the ADN Program. (Theory offered via distance education in hybrid option.) This course contains 3 credit hours of clinical. --- # MLT 162 — Integrated Clinical and Laboratory Simulation 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides an opportunity for the student to perform medical laboratory procedures in all phases of laboratory testing as a review of previous laboratory courses. Emphasis is placed on organization of tasks, timing, accuracy, and simulation of routine operations in a clinical laboratory. Supervised clinical hours within the medical laboratory setting provides orientation to routine operations in a clinical laboratory and practice in phlebotomy. Upon completion, students should be able to perform phlebotomy, organize tasks, and perform various basic laboratory analyses with accuracy… --- # ASE 133 — Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides basic instruction in theory, operation, and repair of automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and repair of vehicle air conditioning and heating systems, including but not limited to air management, electrical and vacuum controls, refrigerant recovery, and component replacement. --- # ASE 212 — Advanced Electrical and Electronic Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction in advanced automotive electrical and electronic systems. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and repair of advanced electrical and electronic systems, subsystems, and components. --- # ASE 246 — Automotive Emissions 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory course in automotive emission systems. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and repair of systems, subsystems, and components. --- # BUC 113 — Basic Construction Print Reading 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to construction print reading. Topics include symbols and abbreviations, basic plans, elevations, sections and details. Upon completion, students should be able to read basic construction plans and trade information for major crafts employed at a construction site. --- # BUC 115 — Roof and Ceiling Framing 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on construction framing above the wall-plate line. Topics include ceiling framing roof framing, and trusses. Upon completion, students should be able to frame residential ceilings and roofs, design and build trusses and apply heavy timber construction principles. --- # BUC 131 — Interior and Exterior Finishes 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students an in-depth understanding of interior and exterior finishes. Topics include exterior wall coverings, flooring, and interior finishes. Upon completion, students should be able to install and apply interior and exterior finishes to walls and overhangs, and install floors. --- # AUT 114 — Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to programmable logic controllers. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to, the following: PLC hardware and software, numbering systems, installation, and programming. Upon completion, students must demonstrate their ability by developing, loading, debugging, and optimizing PLC programs. --- # AUT 221 — Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the advanced principals of PLC's including hardware, programming, and troubleshooting. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced working programs, and troubleshooting hardware and software communication problems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate their ability in developing programs and troubleshooting the system. --- # AUT 234 — Industrial Motor Controls I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of the construction, operating characteristics, and installation of different motor control circuits and devices. Emphasis is placed on the control of three phase AC motors. This course covers the use of motor control symbols, magnetic motor starters, running overload protection, pushbutton stations, multiple control stations, two wire control, three wire control, jogging control, sequence control, and ladder diagrams of motor control circuits. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of motor starters, overload protection, interpret ladder d… --- # AUT 235 — Industrial Motor Controls II 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers complex ladder diagrams of motor control circuits and the uses of different motor starting techniques. Topics include wye-delta starting, part start winding, resistor starting and electronic starting devices. Upon completion, the students should be able to understand and interpret the more complex motor control diagrams and understand the different starting techniques of electrical motors. --- # BUC 156 — Residential Repair and Remodeling 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the business aspect as well as techniques for making various residential repairs. Topics include business applications, site inspection, customer relations, design, estimating, demolition, and construction. Special emphasis will be placed on light remodeling projects such as door and window replacement, dry wall repair, repairing damaged soffet and trim materials, and refinishing surfaces. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an ability to accurately estimate the quantity of materials required for a project, as well as how much it will cost and how long i… --- # ASC 111 — Principles of Refrigeration 3 credits · 3 hours This course emphasizes the fundamental principles for air conditioning and refrigeration. Instruction is provided in the theory and principles of refrigeration and heat transfer, HVAC/R system components, common, and specialty tools for HVAC/R, and application of the concepts of basic compression refrigeration. Upon completion, students should identify system components and understand their functions, identify and use common and specialty HVAC/R tools, and maintain components of a basic compression refrigeration system. --- # ASC 121 — Principles of Electricity for HVACR 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge of electrical theory and circuitry as it pertains to air conditioning and refrigeration. This course emphasizes safety, definitions, symbols, laws, circuits, and electrical test instruments. Upon completion students should understand and be able to apply the basic principles of HVACR circuits and circuit components. --- # ASC 119 — Fundamentals of Gas Heating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides instruction on general service and installation for common gas furnace system components. Upon completion, students will be able to install and service gas furnaces in a wide range of applications. --- # ASC 148 — Heat Pump Systems I 3 credits · 3 hours Instruction received in this course centers around the basic theory and application of heat pump systems and components. Upon completion students will be able to install and service heat pumps in a wide variety of applications. --- # ACR 149 — Heat Pump Systems II 3 credits · 3 hours This is a continuation course of the basic theory and application of heat pump systems. Topics include the electrical components of heat pumps and their function. Upon completion student should be able to install and service heat pumps. --- # AUT 178 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides student with knowledge needed to perform gas tungsten arc welds using ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, according to applicable welding codes. Topics include safe operating practices, equipment identification and set-up, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas and filler metals. Upon completion, a student should be able to identify safe operating practices, equipment identification and setup, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas, filler metals, and various welds on ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, using the gas tungsten arc we… --- # AUT 180 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides student with skills needed to perform gas tungsten arc welds using ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, according to applicable welding codes. Topics include safe operating practices, equipment identification and set-up, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas and filler metals. Upon completion, a student should be able to identify safe operating practices, equipment identification and setup, correct selection of tungsten type, polarity, shielding gas, filler metals, and various welds on ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals, using the gas tungsten arc weldi… --- # AUT 286 — SMAW Fillet/OFC 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with instruction on safety practices and terminology in the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Emphasis is placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment identification, set-up and operation, and related information in the SMAW process. This course also covers the rules of basic safety and identification of shop equipment and provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. --- # AUT 287 — SMAW Fillet/OFC Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed introduce the student to the proper set-up and operation of the shielded metal arc welding equipment. Emphasis is placed on striking and controlling the arc, and proper fit up of fillet joints. This course is also designed to instruct students in the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. Upon completion, students should be able to make fillet welds in all positions using electrodes in the F-3 groups in accordance applicable welding code and be able to safely operate oxy-fuel equipment and perform those operations as per the applicable welding code. --- # AUT 153 — Lathes 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the operation and safety practices for engine lathes. Topics include turning, grinding, boring, chamfering, necking, grooving, and threading. Upon completion, students should be able to safely operate an engine lathe using appropriate attachments. --- # AUT 166 — Basic Print Reading for Machinist 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the basic principles of print reading and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches. This course is aligned with NIMS certification standards. --- # AUT 155 — Metrology 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the use of precision measuring instruments. Emphasis is placed on the inspection of machine parts and use of a wide variety of measuring instruments. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate correct use of measuring instruments. This course is aligned with NIMS certification standards. --- # AUT 255 — Basic Computer Numerical Control Milling 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to program and manufacture simple parts using CNC milling techniques. This course is aligned with NIMS certification standards. --- # ASE 220 — Advanced Automotive Engines 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides in depth instruction concerning internal engine diagnosis, overhaul and repair, including but not necessarily limited to the replacement of timing chains, belts, and gears, as well as the replacement or reconditioning of valve train components as well as replacement of pistons, connecting rods, piston rings, bearings, lubrication system components, gaskets, and oil seals. --- # OAD 232 — The Computerized Office 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to enable the student to develop skill in the use of integrated software through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the use of computerized equipment, software, and communications technology. Upon completion, the student should be able to satisfactorily perform a variety of office tasks using current technology. --- # OAD 243 — Spreadsheet Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with a firm foundation in the use of computerized equipment and appropriate software in performing spreadsheet tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on spreadsheet terminology and design, common formulas, and proper file and disk management procedures. Upon completion, the student should be able to use spreadsheet features to design, format, and graph effective spreadsheets. --- # ACT 141 — Fundamentals of Accounting I 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a basic theory of accounting principles and practices used by service and merchandising enterprises. Emphasis is on financial accounting, including the accounting cycle, and financial statement preparation and analysis. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply basic accounting principles and practices used by service and merchandising enterprises. --- # ACT 142 — Fundamentals of Accounting II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of ACT 141. In addition to a study of financial accounting, this course emphasizes managerial accounting, with coverage of corporations, statement analysis, introductory cost accounting, and use of accounting information for planning, control and decision making. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply the principles of managerial accounting. --- # EVT 105 — Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of the field of occupational safety and health technology. Topics include an overview of OSHA regulations, origins of occupational safety and health standards, safety and health process design, safety and health technology and managing safety processes. Upon completion the student should be able to demonstrate occupational safety and health knowledge. --- # ELT 217 — Transformers 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to train the student in the theory of operation, various connections, troubleshooting, and repair of single phase as well as three phase transformers. KVA load calculations and applications will also be covered in the class. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform calculations relating to transformers, make proper Delta and WYE connections, and understand the basic polarity and voltage test for each application. --- # ELT 245 — Electrical Grounding Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the knowledge to understand how to properly ground an electrical system. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to the following: residential installations, commercial installations, and the function of independent grounding elements. Upon completion, the students should be able to explain and design a simple grounding system. --- # AUT 117 — AC/DC Machines 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the theory and operation of DC motors single and three phase AC motors and the labs will reinforce this knowledge. Emphasis is placed on the various types of single and three phase motors, wiring diagrams, starting devices, and practical application in the lab. --- # CHD 222 — Social Studies for Children 3 credits · 3 hours This course takes a global approach to the theory and practice of teaching social studies to young children. It includes methods and materials used for teaching geography, history, the arts and multicultural education using an integrated curriculum approach. The application of theoretical and philosophical concepts will be emphasized, as students are required to participate in both in-class demonstrations and laboratory experiences. --- # MTH 108 — Quantitative Reasoning 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended for students who are not majoring in science, engineering, commerce, or mathematics (i.e., students who are not required to take calculus). It provides a foundation in thinking quantitatively. An emphasis is placed on real-world applications. Topics include mathematical reasoning, data interpretation, problem-solving strategies, equation solving, number sense, probability, counting principles, geometric applications, and measurement.