Apr 27, 2024  
2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Nursing

  
  • 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 121  and NUR 229 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “B” or higher.
  
  • 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, including risk reduction and health promotion.

    Prerequisites: NUR 121  and NUR 162 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “B” or higher.
  
  • 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: NUR 121  and NUR 229 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “B” or higher. 
  
  • NUR 232 - Gerontological Nursing

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

    This course facilitates the development of competence to meet the needs of the older adult.

    Prerequisites: NUR 121  and NUR 162 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “B” or higher.
  
  • 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.

    Prerequisites: NUR 121  and NUR 162 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “B” or higher.
  
  • NUR 274 - Issues in Nursing Practice

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

    This course addresses current issues in nursing practice.

    Prerequisites: NUR 121  and NUR 162 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “B” or higher.

Packaging Science

  
  • PKS 102 - Introduction to Packaging Science

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

    Considers functions of a package; materials, processes, and technology used in package development; and the relationship of packaging to the corporation, consumer, and society.


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.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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: ENG 101 and MAT 102 are strongly recommended.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)


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 lecture.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement test scores for ENG 101  or completion of  , ENG 103 , or   and  . Satisfactory math placement test scores for MAT 102  or completion of MAT 101 MAT 102 , MAT 103 , MAT 109 , MAT 110 , MAT 111 , MAT 120 , MAT 130 , MAT 138 , or MAT 140 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Summer.

  
  • 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 lecture.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and writing placement test scores for ENG 101  or completion of  , ENG 103 , or   and  . Satisfactory math placement test scores for MAT 102  or completion of MAT 101 MAT 102 , MAT 103 , MAT 109 , MAT 110 , MAT 111 , MAT 120 , MAT 130 , MAT 138 , or MAT 140 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is only offered in Spring and Summer.


Physics

  
  • PHY 101 - Survey of Physics

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    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 ENG 165 .  Satisfactory placement scores for MAT 102  or completion of MAT 101 , MAT 102 , MAT 103 , MAT 109 , MAT 110 , MAT 111 , MAT 120 , MAT 130 MAT 138 MAT 140 , or MAT 170 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course will not satisfy any Associate of Science requirements. Credit may not be earned for both PHY 101 and PHY 200 , PHY 201 , PHY 202 , PHY 221 , or PHY 222 .

  
  • PHY 200 - Applied Physics

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

    This course will introduce students to concepts in mechanics, heat, properties of fluids, and radiation. These concepts will be applied in chemical binding, fluid systems, thermodynamics, and radiation in the context of chemical and biological interactions. Pre-pharmacy students may use this course as their required physics course. Lab requirement supplements lectures.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement scores for MAT 111 or completion of MAT 109 , MAT 110 , MAT 111 , MAT 130 , MAT 138 , or MAT 140 . All prerequisites require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Credit may not be earned for both PHY 200 and PHY 101 , PHY 201 , or PHY 221 .

  
  • 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 , MAT 138 , or MAT 140  or completion of MAT 110 MAT 111 , MAT 130 , or MAT 140 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Credit may not be earned for both PHY 201 and PHY 101 , PHY 200 , or PHY 221 .

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 higher.
    Note: Credit may not be earned for both PHY 202 and PHY 222  or PHY 101 .

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 138  or MAT 140  with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Students may not receive credit for both PHY 221 and PHY 201  or PHY 101 .

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 higher.
    Note: 1. Students may not receive credit for both PHY 222 and PHY 202  or PHY 101 . 2. Course is only offered in Spring and Summer.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)


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 English placement scores for  ; or satisfactory English scores for ENG 101  and completion of RDG 100  with a “C” or higher; or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is offered every term, but only offered online in Summer.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 English placement scores for  ; or satisfactory English scores for ENG 101  and completion of RDG 100  with a grade of “C” or higher; or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is only offered online in Summer.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 English placement scores for  ; or satisfactory English scores for ENG 101  and completion of RDG 100  with a grade of “C” or higher; or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is offered every term, but only offered online in Summer.

  
  • PSC 225 - Political Parties, Campaigns, & Elections

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

    This course will focus on the dominant two-party system in U.S. politics, the federal campaign and election system, and electoral campaign races. The course will trace the evolution of political parties in the U.S., as well as focus on how campaigns are mounted and won.

    Prerequisites: PSC 201 with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is offered every semester.


Practical Nursing

  
  • 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 175 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Spring. 

  
  • PNR 121 - Fundamentals of Pharmacology

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

    This course is an introduction to basic concepts of pharmacology. Dosage calculations, medication administration, and common drug classifications are among the concepts explored.

    Prerequisites: Admission to the program and satisfactory placement levels for MAT 120  or completion of MAT 102  or MAT 120 .
  
  • 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 
    Note: Course is only offered in Spring and Summer. 

  
  • 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 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Spring. 

  
  • PNR 154 - Maternal/Infant/Child Nursing

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

    This course is a study utilizing the nursing process to meet the needs of the childbearing family. Clinical experiences address the care of the mother, newborn, and the care of the child with commonly occurring diseases.

    Prerequisites: PNR 140 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Summer. 

  
  • PNR 175 - Practical Nursing Skills

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

    This course provides refinement of skills used in the nursing process. Organizational skills, legal and ethical aspects of practical nursing, and career opportunities are emphasized.

    Prerequisites:  Admission to the program.
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Spring. 

  
  • PNR 181 - Special Topics in Practical Nursing

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

    This course covers special topics in practical nursing.

    Prerequisites: PNR 130 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Summer.


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. 

    This course counts as elective credit only in the AA and AS degree programs.

    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Summer.

  
  • 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, and includes the application of psychological concepts of human behavior to the self, groups and the workplace.

    This course counts as elective credit only in the AA and AS degree programs.

    Note: Course is offered every term, but only offered online in Summer.

  
  • 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 English placement scores for  ; or satisfactory English scores for ENG 101  and completion of RDG 100  with a grade of “C” or higher; or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of “C” or higher.   strongly recommended.
    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 higher.
    Note: Course is offered every term, but only offered online in Summer.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • PSY 207 - Forensic Psychology

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

    This course is an introduction to psychological knowledge, concepts, and principles of forensic psychology. Topics include the application of research, procedures, and techniques to specific areas of law and the legal system as they relate to general psychological principles and methods.

    Prerequisites: PSY 201  with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course is offered every semester, but is only offered online in the Summer. 

  
  • 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 English placement scores for  ; or satisfactory English scores for ENG 101  and completion of RDG 100  with a grade of “C” or higher; or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Spring.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 higher.
    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • 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 English placement scores for  ; or satisfactory English scores for ENG 101  and completion of RDG 100  with a grade of “C” or higher; or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Spring.

  
  • 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 higher.

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.

    Note: Course is offered every semester.

  
  • 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 .
    Note: Course is offered every semester.

  
  • 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 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Summer.


Reading

  
  • RDG 032 - Developmental Reading

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

    This course is an intensive review of the academic reading skills needed for success in a college-level course. Students will demonstrate their understanding of reading as a process and will apply strategies learned to expand their reading comprehension skills. Students will demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge, use context clues, and identify supporting details.  A grade of “C*” or higher is required to take  .

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory Reading placement scores.
  
  • RDG 100 - Critical Reading (Non-Degree Credit)

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

    This course covers the application of basic reading skills to improve critical comprehension and higher order thinking skills.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory Reading placement score or a grade of “C*” or higher in RDG 032 .

Religion

  
  • REL 101 - Introduction to Religion

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

    This course provides a study of religion and the nature of religious beliefs, practices, and their influences on culture, history and philosophy.

  
  • REL 201 - Religions of the World

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

    This course surveys the major religious traditions of the world.


School-Age Care

  
  • SAC 101 - Best Practices in School-Age and Youth Care Skills

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

    This course introduces basic best practices of school-age and youth care skills for practitioners in out-of-school care environments.


Sociology

  
  • SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology

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

    This course emphasizes the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology, including culture, socialization, interaction, social groups and stratification, effects of population growth, and technology in society and social institutions.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory reading and English placement scores for  ; or satisfactory English scores for ENG 101  and completion of RDG 100  with a grade of “C” or higher; or completion of   ENG 103  or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • SOC 102 - Marriage and the Family

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

    This course introduces the institutions of marriage and the family from a sociological perspective. Significant forms and structures of family groups are studied in relation to current trends and social change.

    Prerequisites: SOC 101  with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course is only offered in Spring and Summer.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • SOC 205 - Social Problems

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

    This course is a survey of current social problems in America, stressing the importance of social change and conflicts as they influence perceptions, definitions, etiology, and possible solutions.

    Note: Course is offered based on enrollment.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • SOC 233 - Social Issues in Sport

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

    This course surveys topics concerning the relationship between sports and society. Topics include racial, gender, age, and sexual-orientation stratification and discrimination in amateur and professional sports, the economics of sport, and sports culture.

    Note: This course is only offered in the Spring and Summer.


Spanish

  
  • SPA 101 - Elementary Spanish I

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

    This course is a study of the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, including an introduction to the Hispanic culture.

    Note: ENG 101  is strongly recommended.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • SPA 102 - Elementary Spanish II

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

    This course continues development of the basic language skills and the study of the Hispanic culture.

    Prerequisites: SPA 101 , Foreign Language Placement test or Exemption test scores.
    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • SPA 201 - Intermediate Spanish I

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

    This course is a review of Spanish grammar with attention given to more complex grammatical structures and reading difficult prose.

    Prerequisites: SPA 102  with a grade of “C” or higher, Foreign Language Placement test or Exemption test score.
    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • SPA 202 - Intermediate Spanish II

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

    This course continues a review of Spanish grammar with attention given to more complex grammatical structures and reading more difficult prose.

    Prerequisites: SPA 201  with a grade of “C” or higher, Foreign Language Placement test or Exemption test score.
    Note: This course is only offered in Spring and Summer.

    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)


Speech

  
  • SPC 200 - Introduction to Speech

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

    This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of oral communication with an application of improving these skills in interpersonal, intercultural, group and public contexts.

    Prerequisites:   ENG 155 , or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: Course is not offered online.

  
  • SPC 205 - Public Speaking

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

    This course is an introduction to principles of public speaking with application of speaking skills.

    Prerequisites:   ENG 155 , or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    (UNIVERSITY TRANSFER)

  
  • SPC 209 - Interpersonal Communication

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

    This course is an introduction to principles of interpersonal communication with emphasis on interpersonal theory as applied to personal and professional relationships. Students will learn to observe and analyze how these principles operate in daily interaction with others.

    Prerequisites:   ENG 155 , or   with a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course is only offered in Spring and is not offered online. 


Sports and Fitness Training

  
  • SFT 109 - Lifetime Fitness and Wellness

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

    This course is a study of the foundation of the fitness/wellness series and introduces students to the theory and principles upon which the concepts of lifetime fitness and wellness are based.


Surgical Technology

  
  • SUR 101 - Introduction to Surgical Technology

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course includes a study of the surgical environment, team concepts, aseptic technique, hospital organization, basic instrumentation and supplies, sterilization, principles of infection control, and wound healing.

    Prerequisites: BIO 101 ENG 101  and MAT 155 . All prerequisites require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course is only offered in Fall. 

  
  • SUR 102 - Applied Surgical Technology

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course covers the principles and application of aseptic technique, the perioperative role, and medical/legal aspects.

    Prerequisites: SUR 101 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course is only offered in Fall. 

  
  • SUR 103 - Surgical Procedures I

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

    This course is a study of a system to system approach to surgical procedures and relates regional anatomy, pathology, specialty equipment, and team responsibility. Patient safety, medical/legal aspects, and drugs used in surgery are emphasized.

    Prerequisites: SUR 101 SUR 102 , and BIO 225 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course is only offered in Spring.

  
  • SUR 104 - Surgical Procedures II

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

    This course is a study of the various specialties of surgical procedures.

    Prerequisites: SUR 101 , SUR 102 SUR 103 , and BIO 225 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Note: This course is only offered in Spring.

  
  • SUR 105 - Surgical Procedures III

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

    This course is a study of advanced specialties of surgical procedures.

    Prerequisites: SUR 103 SUR 104 , and BIO 210 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Corequisite: SUR 110  and SUR 130 .
    Note: This course is only offered in Summer.

  
  • SUR 110 - Introduction to Surgical Practicum

    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 15
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course is an introduction to the application of surgical technique by assisting in the perioperative roles in various clinical affiliations.

    Prerequisites: SUR 103 SUR 104 , and BIO 210 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Corequisite: SUR 105  and SUR 130 .
    Note: This course is only offered in Summer.

  
  • SUR 111 - Basic Surgical Practicum

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 15
    Credit Hours: 7

    This course includes the application of theory under supervision in the perioperative role in various clinical affiliations.

    Prerequisites: SUR 105 , SUR 110 , and SUR 130 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Corequisite: SUR 120 .
    Note: This course is only offered in Fall.

  
  • SUR 120 - Surgical Seminar

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

    This course includes the comprehensive correlation of theory and practice in the perioperative role.

    Prerequisites: SUR 105 , SUR 110 , and SUR 130 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Corequisite: SUR 111 .
    Note: This course is only offered in Fall. 

  
  • SUR 130 - Biomedical Science for The Surgical Technologist

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

    This course includes basic principles of energy modalities, robotics, laser technology, and hybrid operating rooms as they relate to safe patient care practices in the operating room.

    Prerequisites: SUR 103 SUR 104 , and BIO 210 . All prerequisite courses require a grade of “C” or higher.
    Corequisite: SUR 105  and SUR 110 .
    Note: This course is only offered in Summer. 


Telecommunications

  
  • TEL 105 - Telecommunications Principles

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

    This course is a study of the basic principles of telecommunications systems. It will include operational characteristics of the voice telephone, wire and cable connectors, and a typical connection link.


Theater

  
  • THE 101 - Introduction to Theatre

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

    This course includes the appreciation and analysis of theatrical literature, history, and production. This course equips students with a working knowledge of western and non-western theatre history.

    Note: This course is only offered in Fall and Spring.


Veterinary Technology

  
  • VET 101 - Animal Breeds and Husbandry

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

    This course is a study of the various species and breeds of domestic animals commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of each breed as well as important terminology, physiological data and behavior of each species of animal.

    Prerequisites: VET 113 .
  
  • VET 104 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

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

    This course provides a general survey of the functional anatomy and physiology of the domestic animals commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. Dissection of representative cadavers is performed in the laboratory.

    Prerequisites: VET 113 .
  
  • VET 113 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology

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

    This course introduces veterinary medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and related areas of veterinary medicine. It will also introduce the student to job opportunities and the characteristics it takes to be successful in this field.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory placement test scores for ENG 101  or completion of ENG 101  or ENG 100  and RDG 100 .
    Note: Course is offered every semester.

  
  • VET 116 - Radiology and Parasitology

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

    This course is a study of the radiologic techniques for all domestic animals in veterinary medicine, including taking, developing, and assessing for technical errors of large and small animal radiographs. This course also includes a survey and laboratory study of domestic animal parasitology.

    Prerequisites: VET 113 .
  
  • VET 140 - Veterinary Pharmacology

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

    This course is the study of the principles of pharmacology and the pharmaceutical products used in veterinary medicine.

    Prerequisites: VET 150 .
  
  • VET 142 - Veterinary Anesthesia

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

    This course is the study of the principles and practical uses of anesthesia in veterinary medicine.

    Prerequisites: VET 150 .
  
  • VET 150 - Clinical Techniques I

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

    This course includes a survey of the technical skills required by the veterinary technician in dealing with all domestic animals. The course includes techniques in restraint, handling, administration of medications, and collection of bodily specimens.

    Prerequisites: VET 113 .
  
  • VET 152 - Clinical Pathology

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

    This course provides a study of veterinary hematology, urology, and clinical chemistry followed by application of standard laboratory procedures and regulatory testing in each of these disciplines.

    Prerequisites: VET 150 .
  
  • VET 160 - Clinical Techniques II

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

    This course provides a survey of technical skills required by the veterinary technician with emphasis on radiographic and anesthetic procedures.

    Prerequisites: VET 150 .
  
  • VET 170 - Veterinary Technician Externship

    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 24
    Credit Hours: 6

    This course provides clinical training in the veterinary field under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian in a veterinary facility.

    Note: Course is only offered in Spring and Summer.

  
  • VET 201 - Diseases and Zoonosis

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

    This course provides a study of domestic animal diseases, including their causes, symptoms, prevention, treatment, and public health significance.

    Prerequisites: VET 160 .
  
  • VET 215 - Laboratory Animal Medicine

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

    This course provides a study of the animals and facilities used in research procedures in medicine. The course includes equipment, aseptic techniques, vivarium management, husbandry, and disease prevention in laboratory animals.

    Prerequisites: VET 250 .
  
  • VET 250 - Clinical Techniques III

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

    This course includes a survey of technical skills required by the veterinary technician with emphasis on laboratory techniques.

    Prerequisites: VET 160 .
  
  • VET 260 - Clinical Techniques IV

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

    This course will survey technical skills required by veterinary technicians with emphasis on medical and surgical emergencies.

    Prerequisites: VET 250 .
  
  • VET 270 - Advanced Medical Care

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

    This course provides a study of the technician’s role in emergency medical and surgical procedures. This course includes a survey of diagnostic procedures.

    Prerequisites: VET 160 .
  
  • VET 290 - Senior Integrated Learning

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

    This course will integrate foundational knowledge from learned information in preparation for taking the Veterinary Technician National Exam and a career in veterinary technology.

    Prerequisites: VET 250 .

Welding

  
  • WLD 109 - Gas Metal Arc Welding II

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

    This course covers all position welding and advanced techniques for welding ferrous and nonferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 111 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Summer.

  
  • WLD 111 - Arc Welding I

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

    This course covers the safety, equipment, and skills used in the shielded metal arc welding process. Fillet welds are made to visual criteria in several positions.

    Corequisite: WLD 115 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Spring.

  
  • WLD 113 - Arc Welding II

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

    This course is a study of arc welding of ferrous and/or nonferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 111 .
    Corequisite: WLD 225.
    Note: Course is only offered in Spring.

  
  • WLD 115 - Arc Welding III

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

    This course covers the techniques used in preparation for structural plate testing according to appropriate standards.

    Corequisite: WLD 111 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall and Spring.

  
  • WLD 132 - Inert Gas Welding Ferrous

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

    This course covers setup and adjustment of equipment and fundamental techniques for welding ferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 111 .
    Corequisite: WLD 154.
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall.

  
  • WLD 154 - Pipefitting and Welding

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

    This is a basic course in fitting and welding pipe joints, either ferrous or non-ferrous, using standard processes.

    Corequisite: WLD 132.
    Note: Course is only offered in Fall.

  
  • WLD 160 - Fabrication Welding

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

    This course covers the layout and fabrication procedures as they pertain to sheet metal and structural steel shapes. The course also includes shop safety and hand and power tools.

    Prerequisites: WLD 109 , WLD 111 , and WLD 132 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Summer.

  
  • WLD 204 - Metallurgy

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

    This course covers the characteristics of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 111 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Summer.

  
  • WLD 208 - Advanced Pipe Welding

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

    This course is a study of advanced pipe welding. It also covers the processes to fit and weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 154 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Summer.

  
  • WLD 225 - Arc Welding Pipe I

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

    This course covers the techniques used in shielded metal arc welding of groove welds on pipe.

    Corequisite: WLD 113.
    Note: Course is only offered in Spring.

  
  • WLD 235 - Robotic Welding I

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

    This course covers basic theory and practice for robotic welding.

    Prerequisites: WLD 109 .
    Note: Course is only offered in Spring.

 

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