May 17, 2024  
2015-2016 College Catalog 
    
2015-2016 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Military Science

  
  • MLS 107 - Leadership Fundamentals I

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    The study of leadership focused at the individual level. Students will learn effective communicating skill, ethical decision-making, small group management and mental and physical conditioning. Skills will be applied in a variety of challenging training events during Leadership Laboratory to include rappelling, water survival, land navigation and team athletics.

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  • MLS 108 - Leadership Fundamentals II

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    Continued study of leadership focused at the individual and team level. Topics include problem solving, critical thinking, leadership styles and group cohesion. Leadership laboratory training will include small unit tactics and weapons firing.

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  • MLS 111 - Air Force Today I

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course provides a study of the Air Force in the contemporary world by examining the total force structure which includes strategic offensive and defensive, general purpose, and aerospace support. Leadership laboratory includes drill fundamentals, customs, and courtesies of the service.

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  • MLS 112 - Air Force Today II

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course is a continuation of the study of the total force structure. Leadership laboratory includes drill ceremonies and an introduction of Air Force careers.

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  • MLS 207 - Leadership Development I

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    The study of leadership focused at the team level. Students will develop leadership skills through public speaking, managing small groups, and mentoring first year students. Skill will be applied in a variety of challenging training events during Leadership Laboratory to include rappelling, water survival, land navigation and team-building exercises.

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  • MLS 208 - Leadership Development II

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    Continued study of leadership at the team and small group level. Focuses on moral leadership, officership and the Army as a profession. Leadership Laboratory training includes small unit tactics, airmobile operations and weapons firing. Students will lead teams throughout the semester.

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  • MLS 211 - Air Power Development I

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course provides a study of the development of air power from balloons through civic actions of the 1960s and the air war in Southeast Asia. Leadership experiences include guiding, directing, and controlling an Air Force unit.

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  • MLS 212 - Air Power Development II

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course provides a study of the development of air power from the air war in Southeast Asia to the present. Leadership laboratory experiences include advanced training in managing an Air Force unit.

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Music

  
  
  
  
  
  • MUS 105 - Music Appreciation

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an introduction to the study of music with focus on the elements of music and their relationships, the musical characteristics of representative works and composers, common musical forms and genres of various western and non-western historical style periods, and appropriate listening experiences.

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  • MUS 110 - Music Fundamentals

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an introduction to the elements of music and music notation with keyboard applications.

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Nursing

  
  • NUR 104 - Nursing Care Management I

    Class Hours: 2.5
    Lab Hours: 4.5
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities the are fundamental to nursing practice with application in acute or extended care settings.

    Prerequisites: NUR 139 .
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  • NUR 106 - Pharmacologic Basics

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    This introductory course outlines the basic concepts of pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics. The process of clinical calculations is introduced as well as major drug classifications.

    Corequisite: NUR 139 .
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  • NUR 115 - Basic Concepts in Nursing

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course introduces students to the profession of nursing through both classroom and limited lab/clinical experiences. (ADN and PNR majors only.)

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  • NUR 139 - Introduction to Nursing Concepts

    Class Hours: 2.5
    Lab Hours: 1.5
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course introduces healthcare and nursing concepts that emphasize the role of the nurse in providing safe, effective, and outcome-driven care.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the program.
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  • NUR 145 - Physiological Adaptation and Risk Reduction I

    Class Hours: 2.5
    Lab Hours: 4.5
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course introduces the role of the nurse in caring for and addressing the potential for complications in adult clients with altered health.

    Prerequisites: NUR 104 .
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  • NUR 146 - Physiological Adaptation and Risk Reduction II

    Class Hours: 2.5
    Lab Hours: 4.5
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course introduces the role of the nurse in caring for and addressing the potential for complications in one or more adult clients with altered health.

    Prerequisites: NUR 145 .
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  • NUR 162 - Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers application of critical thinking skills and nursing concepts in the care of adult clients with selected mental health problems in a variety of settings. The course includes the study of dynamics of human behavior ranging from normal to extreme.

  
  • NUR 170 - Nursing Applications

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1

    This course facilitates student’s understanding and application of nursing concepts through the use of patient situation discussions. Nursing history, legal and ethical principles will be discussed.

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  • NUR 201 - Transition Nursing

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course facilitates the transition of the practical nurse graduate to the role of the associate degree nursing student. Emphasis is on the application of the nursing process in providing care for patients with common health problems. Concepts from human anatomy, physiology, nutrition, growth, development and pharmacology are integrated.

    Prerequisites: BIO 210 , ENG 101 , MAT 120 , and instructor permission.
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  • NUR 214 - Mental Health Nursing

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course facilitates the utilization of the nursing process to assist in meeting the needs of patients with common mental health problems. Focus is on the dynamics of human behavior ranging from normal to extreme. Emphasis is on the therapeutic use of self.

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  • NUR 221 - Advanced Nursing Concepts

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course expands the application of the nursing process in the care of persons throughout the life span who are experiencing complex health problems. It provides opportunity for students to assume management responsibilities in the delivery of nursing care within the health care system.

    Prerequisites:  NUR 146 .
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  • NUR 229 - Nursing Care Management IV

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 6

    This course is a study of nursing care to clients throughout their lifespan who are experiencing complex, multi-system health problems. Focus will be on the care of childbearing and child-rearing families and will incorporate knowledge of expected growth and development principles, include risk reduction and health promotion.

     

    Prerequisites: NUR 146 .
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  • NUR 230 - Physical Assessment

    Class Hours: 1.5
    Lab Hours: 4.5
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course facilitates the development of competence to perform a physical assessment.

    Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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  • NUR 242 - Management of High Risk Pregnancy

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course facilitates the development of competence to meet the needs of the high risk maternity patient.

    Prerequisites: NUR 229 .
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  • NUR 246 - Transcultural Clinical Skills Application

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course focuses on the application of nursing knowledge, skills and concepts in international clinical settings.

  

Pharmacy

  
  • PHM 101 - Introduction to Pharmacy

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides a study of introduction to pharmacy and the role in providing patient care services.

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  • PHM 103 - Pharmacy Law and Ethics

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course is a study of the current laws and ethical practices appropriate to pharmacy and the role of patient services.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement test scores for ENG 101 .
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  • PHM 110 - Pharmacy Practice

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course provides a study of theory and practice in procuring, manipulating, and preparing drugs for dispensing.

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  • PHM 113 - Pharmacy Technician Math

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a review of basic mathematics focusing on its application to common pharmaceutical calculations.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement test scores for MAT 101 .
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  • PHM 118 - Community Pharmacy Seminar

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1

    This course is a study of the pharmacy issues related to the community pharmacy practice.

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  • PHM 164 - Pharmacy Technician Practicum II

    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 12
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course provides practical application of pharmacy skills in pharmacy environments.

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  • PHM 175 - Pharmacy Technician Practicum

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides a study of and introduction to the pharmacy in providing patient care services.

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  • PHM 201 - Pharmacy Management

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course will provide a study of managing personnel, materials and work flow in a pharmacy.

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  • PHM 250 - Special Topics in Pharmacy

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides opportunities for specialized studies of unique topics in pharmacy, such as pediatric pharmacology, advanced chemotherapy and IV preparation, and advanced medication order entry and interpretation.

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Philosophy

  
  • PHI 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a topical survey of the three main branches of philosophy—epistemology, metaphysics, and ethics—and the contemporary questions related to these fields.

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  • PHI 105 - Introduction to Logic

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an introduction to the structure of argument, including symbolization; proofs; formal fallacies; deductions; and inductions.

    Note:  A good background in mathematics and English is desirable.

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  • PHI 110 - Ethics

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the moral principles of conduct emphasizing ethical problems and modes of ethical reasoning.

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Physical Science

  
  • PHS 101 - Physical Science I

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This is the first of a sequence of courses in physical science and includes an introduction to science with emphasis on scientific terminology and investigations of the physical world. Topics are selected from astronomy, chemistry, geology, and physics. This course emphasizes chemistry and physics. Laboratory requirement supplements lectures.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement test scores for ENG 101  or completion of  , ENG 103  or   and   with a grade of C or higher. Satisfactory math placement test scores for MAT 102  or completion of MAT 101  with a grade of C or higher.
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  • PHS 102 - Physical Science II

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course is a continuation of the introduction to science with emphasis on scientific terminology and investigations of the physical world. Topics are selected from astronomy, chemistry, geology, and physics. This course emphasizes astronomy and geology. Laboratory requirement supplements lectures.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement test scores for ENG 101  or completion of  , ENG 103  or   and   with a grade of C or higher. Satisfactory math placement test scores for MAT 102  or completion of MAT 101  with a grade of C or higher.
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Physics

  
  • PHY 101 - Survey of Physics

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a qualitative survey of the central concepts of physics with an emphasis on a conceptual rather than a mathematical viewpoint. This course includes concepts from classical mechanics, thermodynamics, electro­magnetics and optics. Real life situations and hands-on laboratories will supplement lectures.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement scores for   or completion of  ,  , or  .  Satisfactory placement scores for MAT 102  or completion of    or  .  All prerequisite courses require a grade of C or better.
    Note: This course will not satisfy any Associate of Science requirements. Credit may not be earned for both PHY 101 and PHY 201 , PHY 202 , PHY 221 , or PHY 222 .

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  • PHY 201 - Physics I

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This is the first in a sequence of physics courses. Topics include mechanics, wave motion, sound, heat, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. This course covers mechanics, waves, fluids, and heat. As a transfer course, PHY 201 is designed for non-physical science and non-engineering majors. Lab requirement supplements lectures.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement scores for MAT 111 , MAT 130 , or MAT 140  or completion of MAT 110  with a grade of C or better.
    Note: Credit may not be earned for both PHY 201 and PHY 221  or PHY 101 .

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  • PHY 202 - Physics II

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers physics topics, including mechanics, wave motion, sound, heat, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. A continuation of PHY 201 , this course covers electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, and modern physics. As a transfer course, PHY 202 is designed for nonphysical science and non-engineering majors. Laboratory requirement supplements lectures.

    Prerequisites: Completion of PHY 201  with a grade of C or better.
    Note: Credit may not be earned for both PHY 202 and PHY 222  or PHY 101 .

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  • PHY 221 - University Physics I

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This is the first of a sequence of courses. The course includes a calculus-based treatment of the following topics: vectors, laws of motion, rotation, vibratory and wave motion. In addition to these topics, PHY 221 includes conservation principles, oscillations, and gravitation. Laboratory requirement supplements lectures.

    Prerequisites: Completion of MAT 140  with a grade of C or better.
    Note: Students may not receive credit for both PHY 221 and PHY 201  or PHY 101 .

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  • PHY 222 - University Physics II

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course is a continuation of calculus-based treatment of the following topics: thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, electricity, and magnetism, including electrostatics, dielectrics, electric circuits, magnetic fields, and induction phenomena. In addition to these topics, PHY 222 covers electric currents and circuits and motions of charged particles. Laboratory requirement supplements lectures.

    Prerequisites: Completion of PHY 221  with a grade of C or better.
    Note: Students may not receive credit for both PHY 222 and PHY 202  or PHY 101 .

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  • PHY 299 - Research in Physics

    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides an opportunity for students to investigate a faculty-approved topic related to physics using the application of practical research methods.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor or completion of PHY 201  or PHY 221  and ENG 101  or ENG 103 ; or completion of ENG 155  and enrollment in or completion of MAT 109  or MAT 110 .  A grade of C or better must be earned in all prerequisite courses.
     
    Note: This course is for use at Greenville and Tri-County Technical Colleges in support of the academic agreement with Clemson University calling for courses based on project-based, creative inquiry content. May be repeated for 6 credits.

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Political Science

  
  • PSC 201 - American Government

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of national governmental institutions with emphasis on the constitution, the functions of executive, legislative and judicial branches, civil liberties, and the role of the electorate.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement scores for   or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of C or better. 
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  • PSC 215 - State and Local Government

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of state, county, and municipal governmental systems, including interrelationships between these systems and within the federal government.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement scores for   or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of C or better. 
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  • PSC 220 - Introduction of International Relations

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course introduces the major focus and factors influencing world affairs, with emphasis on the role of the United States in the global community and the impact of growing interdependence on daily living.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement scores for   or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of C or better.
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Practical Nursing

  
  • PNR 110 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course provides an introduction to basic principles and beginning skills necessary to the nursing process. Through correlation of classroom and laboratory experience, concepts relating to physiological and psychosocial needs of the individual are integrated. Legal and ethical roles of the practical nurse are emphasized.

    Prerequisites: AHS 117  or permission of the department head.
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  • PNR 120 - Medical/Surgical Nursing I

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course is a beginning study utilizing the nursing process. Concepts include physiological, psychosocial, nutritional, and health and safety needs of the adult. Clinical experiences address selected commonly occurring health problems having predictable outcomes.

    Prerequisites: PNR 110 .
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  • PNR 122 - Pharmacology

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This is an introductory course to the concepts of pharmacology and medication administration. Emphasis is on calculation of dosages, administration of medications, and correct use of abbreviations. Effects of specific drugs are presented.

    Prerequisites: PNR 120  and MAT 155 .
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  • PNR 130 - Medical/Surgical Nursing II

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course is a continuation of the study utilizing the nursing process. Concepts studied include the physiological, psychosocial, nutritional, and health and safety needs of the adult. Clinical experiences address the selected commonly occurring health problems having predictable outcomes.

    Prerequisites: PNR 120  and BIO 110 .
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  • PNR 140 - Medical/Surgical Nursing III

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course is a continuation of the study utilizing the nursing process. Concepts include physiological, psychosocial, nutritional, and health and safety needs of the adult. Clinical experiences address selected commonly occurring health problems having predictable outcomes.

    Prerequisites: PNR 130 .
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  • PNR 165 - Nursing Care of Family

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 6

    This course focuses on nursing care of the family during childbearing and child rearing. Clinical sites may include both acute and community settings.

    Prerequisites: PNR 140 .
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Psychology

  
  • PSY 103 - Human Relations

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of human relations, including the dynamics of behavior, interrelationships, and personality as applied in everyday life. 

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  • PSY 120 - Organizational Psychology

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of basic psychological principles of supervision and organizational dynamics. Includes the application of psychological concepts of human behavior to the self, groups, and the workplace.

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  • PSY 201 - General Psychology

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. 

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement scores for   or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of C or better.    strongly recommended.
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  • PSY 203 - Human Growth and Development

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the physical, cognitive, and social factors affecting human growth, development, and potential.

    Prerequisites: PSY 201  with a grade of C or better.
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  • PSY 208 - Human Sexuality

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives of human sexuality. Historical, cross-cultural, and ethical issues are considered in the course.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement scores for   or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of C or better. 
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  • PSY 212 - Abnormal Psychology

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the nature and development of behavioral disorders, including the investigation of contemporary treatment procedures. Other topics include analysis of human behavior problems and identification of the personal and social skills needed to deal with these problems.

    Prerequisites: PSY 201  with a grade of C or better.
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  • PSY 221 - Psychology of Religion and Spirituality

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the physical, cognitive, and social factors affecting religiousness and spirituality.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement scores for   or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of C or better.
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  • PSY 225 - Social Psychology

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is the study of individual behavior as influenced by social roles, group identification, attitudes, and values.

    Prerequisites:    with a grade of C or better.
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Quality Assurance Technology

  
  • QAT 101 - Introduction to Quality Assurance

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the fundamentals of quality control, the evolution of the total quality system and the modern philosophy of quality. Process variability, fundamentals of probability, and the basic concepts of control charts are included.

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  • QAT 102 - Quality Concepts and Techniques

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the basic theory and concepts of quality. The total quality system, basic statistics, variable control charts, and the commitment to quality are emphasized.

    Prerequisites: QAT 101 .
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  • QAT 103 - Quality Management

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    The total quality concept, including organization, planning, organizational budgeting, product liability, and the jobs of quality are covered in this course. Statistics required to construct attribute control charts are also included.

    Prerequisites: QAT 102 .
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  • QAT 201 - Quality Cost Analysis/Auditing

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the categories of quality costs, measurement bases, and quality cost trend analysis, and provides an appreciation for the prevention of defects and the effect upon total quality costs. The principles of quality auditing are also covered.

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  • QAT 202 - Metrology

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the measuring instruments used in a typical industrial metrology laboratory. Techniques of making measurements, accuracy, precision, and calibration control systems are stressed.

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  • QAT 210 - Reliability

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the reliability principles as they relate to quality assurance in the design phase of a product. Topics include failure predictions, failure analysis, redundant systems, and maintainability.

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  • QAT 232 - Statistical Quality Control

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers quality control in industry, constructing frequency distributions, statistical concepts applied to control charts, and fundamentals of sampling plans.

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  • QAT 241 - Sampling Principles

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the techniques of selecting an appropriate sampling plan, the use of military standards, and sampling based upon the hypergeometric distribution.

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  • QAT 243 - Design of Experiments

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the classical and Taguchi concepts of experimental design, EVOP, cumulative sum plotting, and decision-making techniques.

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Radio and Television

  
  • RTV 101 - Audio Techniques

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the introduction to the tools and processes involved in audio production, including basic training in the operation of sound recording and playback systems.

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  • RTV 105 - Television Studio Operation

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the basics of studio operations with emphasis on lighting, cameras, floor management, and control room operations.

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  • RTV 109 - Writing for Electronic Media

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to teach writing techniques for radio, television, and other electronic media.

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  • RTV 111 - Radio Studio Techniques I

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes an introduction to the broadcasting studio utilizing the audio control console, recording devices, and production with multi-track recorders.

    Prerequisites: RTV 101 .
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  • RTV 121 - Introduction to Broadcasting

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the history of broadcasting, federal communications policies, and basic operational practices.

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  • RTV 144 - Basic Videography

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is the study of the basic skills and knowledge required to use a video camera. Camera controls and compositional elements are emphasized.

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  • RTV 223 - Interview and Discussion

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the techniques for successfully interviewing people, whether for TV sound bites or for full-length interview programs.

    Prerequisites:  .
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  • RTV 231 - SCWE in Broadcasting I

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes supervised production experience at a television and/or radio location or other electronic media location.

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  • RTV 232 - SCWE in Broadcasting II

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes supervised production experience at a television and/or radio production location or other electronic media location.

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  • RTV 233 - SCWE in Broadcasting III

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes supervised production experience at a television and/or radio production location or other electronic media location.

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