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2022-2023 Catalog ARCHIVED PUBLICATION
Course Notation & Descriptions
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Course Notations
Curriculum courses are designated by a three-letter prefix denoting the subject area, such as BIO (Biology), EDU (Education), or WLD (Welding). A three-digit course number follows the prefix. A one or two-letter identifier may also be included as a suffix to signify a lab or a split class, respectively. Course numbers that begin with zero denote supplemental courses.
A series of numbers following the title of the class specifies contact hours and credit hours. Contact hours consist of a combination of lecture, lab, clinical, and work experience. Credit hours are those awarded for successful completion of the course. Some course descriptions list requisites. A student must take a prerequisite course before another class. A student must take a corequisite course either before or at the same time as another course.
Some classes have an italicized statement following the course description indicating that the course is designed to meet the requirements for transfer to a four-year institution under an articulation agreement.
Course Descriptions
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Education |
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EDU - 234 Infants, Toddlers, & Twos Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: EDU 119 Corequisite: DRE 098
This course covers the unique needs and rapid changes that occur in the first three years of life and the inter-related factors that influence development. Emphasis is placed on recognizing and supporting developmental milestones through purposeful strategies, responsive care routines and identifying elements of quality, inclusive early care, and education. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate respectful relationships that provide a foundation for healthy infant/ toddler/twos development, plan/select activities/materials, and partner with diverse families.
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EDU - 250 Teacher Licensure Preparation Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Take One Set:
Set 1: ENG 111 and MAT 143
Set 2: ENG 111 and MAT 152
Set 3: ENG 111 and MAT 171
This course provides information and strategies necessary for transfer to a teacher licensure program at a senior institution. Topics include entry-level teacher licensure exam preparation, performance-based assessment systems, requirements for entry into teacher education programs, the process to become a licensed teacher in North Carolina, and professionalism including expectations within the field of education. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize educational terminology and demonstrate knowledge of teacher licensure processes including exam preparation, technology-based portfolio assessment, and secondary admissions processes to the school of education at a senior institution.
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EDU - 251 Exploration Activities Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Corequisite: DRE 098
This course covers discovery experiences in science, math, and social studies. Emphasis is placed on developing concepts for each area and encouraging young children to explore, discover, and construct concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the discovery approach to teaching, explain major concepts in each area, and plan appropriate experiences for children.
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EDU - 251A Exploration Activities Lab Class: 0 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
Corequisite: EDU 251
This course provides a laboratory component to complement EDU 251 . Emphasis is placed on practical experiences that enhance concepts introduced in the classroom. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of the development and implementation of appropriate science, math, and social studies activities for children.
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EDU - 259 Curriculum Planning Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: EDU 119 Corequisite: DRE 098
This course is designed to focus on curriculum planning for three to five year olds. Topics include philosophy, curriculum models, indoor and outdoor environments, scheduling, authentic assessment, and planning developmentally appropriate experiences. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate children’s development, critique curriculum, plan for individual and group needs, and assess and create quality environments.
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EDU - 261 Early Childhood Admin I Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Corequisites: DRE 098 and EDU 119
This course introduces principles of basic programming and staffing, budgeting/ financial management and marketing, and rules and regulations of diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program structure and philosophy, standards of NC child care programs, finance, funding resources, and staff and organizational management. Upon completion, students should be able to develop components of program/personnel handbooks, a program budget, and demonstrate knowledge of fundamental marketing strategies and NC standards.
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EDU - 262 Early Childhood Admin II Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: EDU 261 Corequisite: DRE 098 and EDU 119
This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood programs, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs.
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EDU - 271 Educational Technology Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Corequisite: DRE 098
This course introduces the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning in all educational settings. Topics include technology concepts, instructional strategies, materials, and adaptive technology for children with exceptionalities, facilitation of assessment/evaluation, and ethical issues surrounding the use of technology. Upon completion, students should be able to apply technology enhanced instructional strategies, use a variety of technology resources, and demonstrate appropriate technology skills in educational environments.
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EDU - 280 Language & Literacy Exp Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Corequisite: DRE 098
This course is designed to expand students’ understanding of children’s language and literacy development and provides strategies for enhancing language/literacy experiences in an enriched environment. Topics include selection of diverse literature and interactive media, the integration of literacy concepts throughout the curriculum, appropriate observations/assessments, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate and diverse language/literacy experiences.
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EDU - 284 Early Child Capstone Prac Class: 1 Lab: 9 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: EDU 119 , EDU 144 , EDU 145 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151 Set 2: EDU 119 , PSY-244, PSY-245, EDU 146 , and EDU 151 Set 3: EDU 119 , PSY-245, EDU 144 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151 Set 4: EDU 119 , PSY-244, EDU 145 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151 Corequisite: DRE 098
This course is designed to allow students to apply skills in a three stars (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/involving families; and modeling reflective and professional practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate developmentally appropriate plans/assessments, appropriate guidance techniques and ethical/ professional behaviors as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty visits.
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Electricity |
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ELC - 111 Intro to Electricity Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity and test equipment to non-electrical/electronics majors. Topics include basic DC and AC principles (voltage, resistance, current, impedance); components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors); power; and operation of test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits using electrical test equipment.
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ELC - 112 DC/AC Electricity Class: 3 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
Corequisites: DMA-010, DMA-020, and DMA-030
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, troubleshoot, and repair DC/AC circuits.
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ELC - 113 Basic Wiring I Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical blueprint reading; planning, layout; and installation of electrical distribution equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors; branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and electrical distribution equipment associated with basic electrical installations.
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ELC - 114 Basic Wiring II Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
Prerequisite: ELC 112
This course provides instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with electrical installations. Topics include the NEC; safety; electrical blueprints; planning, layout, and installation of equipment and conduits; and wiring devices such as panels and overcurrent devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install equipment and conduit associated with electrical installations.
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ELC - 117 Motors & Controls Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
Prerequisite: ELC 112
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits.
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ELC - 118 National Electrical Code Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course covers the use of the current National Electrical Code. Topics include the NEC history, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, materials, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use the NEC.
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ELC - 126 Electrical Computations Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ELC 112
This course introduces the fundamental applications of mathematics which are used by an electrical/electronics technician. Topics include whole numbers, fractions, decimals, powers, roots, simple electrical formulas, and usage of a scientific calculator. Upon completion, students should be able to solve simple electrical mathematical problems.
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ELC - 128 Introduction to PLC Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ELC 112
This course introduces the programmable logic controller (PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies, surge protection, selection/installation of controllers, and interfacing of controllers with equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to install PLCs and create simple programs.
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ELC - 131 DC/AC Circuit Analysis Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course introduces DC and AC electricity with an emphasis on circuit analysis, measurements, and operation of test equipment. Topics include DC and AC principles, circuit analysis laws and theorems, components, test equipment operation, circuit simulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret circuit schematics; design, construct, verify, and analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment.
Course Version Effective Term: 2013FA
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Electronics |
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ELN - 229 Industrial Electronics Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course covers semiconductor devices used in industrial applications. Topics include the basic theory, application, and operating characteristics of semiconductor devices. Upon completion, students should be able to install and/ or troubleshoot these devices for proper operation in an industrial electronic circuit.
Course Version Effective Term: 2013FA
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ELN - 231 Industrial Controls Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of control of rotating machinery and associated peripheral devices. Topics include rotating machine theory, ladder logic, electromechanical and solid state relays, motor controls, pilot devices, three-phase power systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret schematics and demonstrate an understanding of electromechanical and electronic control of rotating machinery.
Course Version Effective Term: 2007FA
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ELN - 237 Local Area Networks Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course introduces the fundamentals of local area networks and their operation. Topics include the characteristics of network topologies, system hardware, system configuration, installation, and operation of the LAN. Upon completion, students should be able to install and maintain a local area network.
Course Version Effective Term: 2007FA
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EMS - 125 EMS Instructor Methodology Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course covers the information needed to develop and instruct EMS courses. Topics include instructional methods, lesson plan development, time management skills, and theories of adult learning. Upon completion, students should be able to teach EMS courses and meet the North Carolina EMS requirements for instructor methodology.
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EMS - 235 EMS Management Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service system. Topics include the structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship, finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal issues, and other topics relevant to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of managing emergency medical service delivery systems.
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EMS - 280 EMS Bridging Course Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course is designed to provide currently credentialed state or national Paramedic students with the most current education trends in Paramedic Practice. Emphasis is placed on transitions in healthcare. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate emerging trends in pre-hospital care.
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Engineering |
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EGR - 150 Intro to Engineering Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Corequisites
This course is an overview of the engineering profession. Topics include goal setting and career assessment, ethics, public safety, the engineering method and design process, written and oral communication, interpersonal skills and team building, and computer applications. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the engineering process, the engineering profession, and utilize college resources to meet their educational goals.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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English |
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ENG - 002 Transition English Class: 0 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational English content in specific areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in college-level English. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level English courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge.
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ENG - 011 Writing and Inquiry Support Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
Corequisite: ENG 111
This course is designed to support students in the development of skills necessary for success in ENG 111 by complementing, supporting, and reinforcing ENG 111 Student Learning Outcomes. Emphasis is placed on developing a growth mindset, expanding skills for use in active reading and writing processes, recognizing organizational relationships within texts from a variety of genres and formats, and employing appropriate technology when reading and composing texts. Upon completion, students should be able to apply active reading strategies to college-level texts and produce unified, well-developed writing using standard written English.
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ENG - 102 Applied Communications II Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course is designed to enhance writing and speaking skills for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on generating short writings such as job application documents, memoranda, and reports and developing interpersonal communication skills with employees and the public. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare effective, short, and job-related written and oral communications.
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ENG - 111 Writing & Inquiry Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ENG 090 and RED 090, ENG 095, or DRE 098
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in English Composition.
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ENG - 112 Writing/Research in the Disciplines Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ENG 111
This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in English Composition.
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ENG - 114 Prof Research & Reporting Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ENG 111
This course, the second in a series of two, is designed to teach professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on research, listening, critical reading and thinking, analysis, interpretation, and design used in oral and written presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to work individually and collaboratively to produce well-designed business and professional written and oral presentations.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in English Composition.
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ENG - 241 British Literature I Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: Take ENG 112 or ENG 114
This course covers selected works in British literature from its beginnings to the Romantic Period. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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ENG - 242 British Literature II Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ENG 112 or ENG 114
This course covers selected works in British literature from the Romantic Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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Facilities Maintenance Worker |
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FMW - 100 Intro to Natl Electrical Code Class: 1 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: FMW 102
The course covers the use of the National Electrical Code. Topics include wiring methods, grounding, general areas of the NEC, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to use the code effectively
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FMW - 101 Basic Natl Elec Code Problems Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers sections of the NEC related to calculations. Topics include branch circuits, sizes, wire, conduit, and house problems. Upon completion, students should be able to use the code to find wire and conduit sizes.
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FMW - 102 Practical Wiring I Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers the tools and materials commonly used in the electrical field. Emphasis is placed on mounting, installing, and wiring electrical fixtures common to residential and simple commercial installations. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install boxes, wires, and switches.
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FMW - 105 Basic Heating Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers the fundamentals of heating systems, including oil, gas, and electrical systems and heat pumps. Topics include safety precautions, tools, and materials needed to safely troubleshoot and repair heating systems. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and repair the major components of a heating system.
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FMW - 106 Domestic Air Conditioning Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers the principles of air conditioning, including terminology, identification, and function of component. Topics include compressors, condensers, and motors and controls with emphasis on practical work with hand tools and materials in the installation of air conditioning systems. Upon completion, students should be able to repair an air conditioning system.
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FMW - 107 Introduction to Carpentry Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces basic carpentry skills. Emphasis is placed on the proper and safe use of hand and power tools used by a beginning carpenter. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic tasks involving forming, framing, and repair of windows and doors.
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FMW - 108 Electrical Blueprints Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the basic principles of blueprint reading for residential electrical systems. Topics include floor plans, switch and receptacle layouts, lighting fixtures, and finished installations. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic blueprints.
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Geographic Information Systems |
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GIS - 110 Survey of GIS/GPS Class: 1 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course introduces the methods and techniques used in the Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) profession. Emphasis is placed on problem solution sequences and advisement, counseling, and technical methodology, including technical computer usage and technical graphics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify major fields using GIS/GPS technologies and apply their methodologies toward problem resolution.
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GIS - 111 Intro to Geographic Info Sys Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the hardware and software components of a Geographic Information System and reviews GIS applications. Topics include data structures and basic functions, methods of data capture and sources of data, and the nature and characteristics of spatial data and objects. Upon completion, students should be able to identify GIS hardware components, typical operations, products/ applications, and differences between database models and between raster and vector systems.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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GIS - 112 Introduction to GPS Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course provides an overview of Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Topics include the theory, implementation, and operations of GPS, as well as alternate data source remote sensing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of GPS.
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GIS - 120 Introduction to Geodesy Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the fundamental concepts behind map projections, datums, and coordinate systems. Topics include the theory of how the earth’s shape is defined and how geographic features are positioned using spherical coordinate systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of geodesy as it relates to the measurement and representation of the earth.
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GIS - 121 Georeferencing & Mapping Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces coordinate systems, fundamentals of surveying, and cartography. Topics include the theory, acquisition, and use of locational data using both continuous and discrete georeferencing methods. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate coordinate systems for a situation and translate data into correct map form.
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GIS - 215 GIS Data Models Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers interpreting and understanding of a variety data formats available in GIS. Topics include the similarities and differences between data models as well as how data is treated differently within each format, to include the conversion of data between different environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of GIS data storage and interoperability.
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GIS - 222 Internet Mapping Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course is designed as an introduction to multimedia, interactive, animated, and Web cartography. Topics include the principles of effective cartographic communication, and stressing the new and important roles digital cartography is coming to play in cyberspace. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to evaluate digital cartographic information and create effective internet maps.
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GIS - 230 GIS Data Creation Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of primary GIS data creation. Topics include the collection of field data, digital conversion of existing hardcopy maps, and the construction of spatial data from known geodetic locations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an ability to collect, create, and process spatial data within a variety of environments.
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GIS - 235 Raster GIS Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: GIS 111 and GIS 121
This course will provide students with the fundamentals of analyzing remotely sensed data. Emphasis is placed on digital image enhancement as a means to further data analysis. Upon completion, students will be able to accurately interpret and analyze remotely sensed data for use in a raster or vector GIS.
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GIS - 245 Intro to Spatial Analysis Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: GIS 111 and GIS 121
This course is designed to expose students to various components of spatial analysis. Emphasis is placed on modeling and decision making with the use of spatial data. Upon completion, students will be able to utilize statistical models in the process of spatial analysis.
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GIS - 249 Remote Sensing Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: GIS 111 and GIS-240 Set 2: GIS 111 and GIS 235
This course introduces remote sensing and presents an overview of the use of satellite imagery within the field of geospatial technology. Topics will include the principles of remote sensing, satellite platforms, and sensors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of data sources, uses, and analysis techniques of remote sensing.
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GIS - 255 Advanced Spatial Analysis Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: GIS 111 and GIS 121
This course provides an opportunity to combine the constituents of Geographic Information Science. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition, refinement, and analysis of data from numerous sources. Upon completion, students will be able to extract tangible results gained from the manipulation of a diversified group of information resources.
This course provides an opportunity to combine the constituents of Geographic Information Science. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition, refinement, and analysis of data from numerous sources. Upon completion, students will be able to extract tangible results gained from the manipulation of a diversified group of information resources.
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GIS - 261 Programming in GIS Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Co Requisites
The course provides an understanding of how to customize GIS software applications by way of modified toolbars, menus, and buttons. Topics include the theory and implementation of the various scripting languages currently in use. Upon completion, students should be able to modify the appearance of interface elements, save interface customizations, and add custom functionality to a GIS application.
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Geography |
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GEO - 111 World Regional Geography Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces the regional concept which emphasizes the spatial association of people and their environment. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cultural, and economic systems that interact to produce the distinct regions of the earth. Upon completion, students should be able to describe variations in physical and cultural features of a region and demonstrate an understanding of their functional relationships.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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GEO - 112 Cultural Geography Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course is designed to explore the diversity of human cultures and to describe their shared characteristics. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics, distribution, and complexity of earth’s cultural patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the differences and similarities in human cultural groups.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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GEO - 130 General Physical Geography Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces both the basic physical components that help shape the earth and the study of minerals, rocks, and evolution of landforms. Emphasis is placed on the geographic grid, cartography, weather, climate, mineral composition, fluvial processes, and erosion and deposition. Upon completion, students should be able to identify these components and processes and explain how they interact.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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Geology |
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GEL - 111 Introductory Geology Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces basic landforms and geological processes. Topics include rocks, minerals, volcanoes, fluvial processes, geological history, plate tectonics, glaciers, and coastal dynamics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe basic geological processes that shape the earth.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
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Health |
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HEA - 110 Personal Health/Wellness Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the factors necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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HEA - 112 First Aid & CPR Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the basics of emergency first aid treatment. Topics include rescue breathing, CPR, first aid for choking and bleeding, and other first aid procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in providing emergency care for the sick and injured until medical help can be obtained.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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HEA - 130 Health-Adult Sexuality Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course provides information about health issues related to adult human sexuality. Topics include basic reproductive anatomy, contraceptive methods, STDs, and related information. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various related community agencies and available resources relating to sexual issues.
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Health Information Technology |
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HIT - 110 Intro to Healthcare & HIM Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Local Prerequisite: Take 3 Credits; From DRE 098 ENG 002 ENG 102 or ENG 111 ;
This course introduces healthcare settings and the Health Information Management (HIM) professional’s role in healthcare delivery systems. Topics include health information management operations in compliance with standards, regulations, and accrediting body initiatives; healthcare providers and disciplines; and electronic health records (EHRs). Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of health information management and healthcare organizations, professions, and trends.
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HIT - 112 Health Law and Ethics Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Local Prerequisite: Take 3 Credits; From DRE 098 ENG 002 ENG 102 or ENG 111;
This course covers the study of the judicial, legislative, and regulatory standards applicable to health care and health information processes. Topics include legal terminology, confidentiality, privacy, security, access and disclosure of health information, ethical implications, data stewardship, and the integrity of the legal health record. Upon completion, students should be able to apply policies, procedures, and ethical standards in compliance with external forces.
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HIT - 114 Health Data Sys/Standards Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Local Prerequisite: Take 3 Credits; From DRE-098 ENG-002 ENG-102 or ENG-111;
This course covers concepts and techniques for managing and maintaining all health record formats including electronic health records (EHR). Topics include structure and use of health information including data collection and analysis, data sources/sets, archival systems, as well as quality and integrity of healthcare data. Upon completion, students should be able to determine compliance with health record content and governance standards within the health organization.
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HIT - 124 Prof Practice Exp II Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 3 Credit: 1
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course provides supervised and/or simulated health information technology clinical experience in healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of HIM functions and core curriculum concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to apply health information theory to healthcare facility practices.
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HIT - 211 Diagnosis Coding & Reporting Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Local Prerequisites: Take BIO 163 and MED 122
This course covers diagnostic coding and sequencing utilizing the current version of the ICD code set for inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory care settings. Emphasis is placed on the rules and conventions of the ICD official coding guidelines in relation to anatomy, physiology, and disease processes. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately assign and sequence diagnosis codes in compliance with the ICD official coding guidelines for reporting statistical data, patient outcomes, and reimbursement methodologies.
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HIT - 213 Inpt Proc Coding & Reporting Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course covers the application of coding guidelines as applied to the reporting of inpatient procedures. Emphasis is placed on the rules and conventions of the ICD-PCS code set utilizing the index and tables, in relation to anatomy and physiology to assign principal and secondary procedure codes in hospital inpatient settings. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately assign procedural codes according to the official ICD-PCS coding guidelines and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements and reimbursement methodologies.
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HIT - 214 CPT/Other Coding Systems Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
Prerequisite: HIT 211
This course covers application of principles and guidelines of CPT/HCPCS coding. Topics include clinical classification/nomenclature systems such as SNOMED, DSM, ICD-O and the use of encoders. Upon completion, students should be able to apply coding principles to correctly assign CPT/HCPCS codes.
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HIT - 215 Reimbursement Methodology Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
Prerequisite: HIT-212
This course covers reimbursement methodologies used in all healthcare settings as they relate to national billing, compliance, and reporting requirements. Topics include prospective payment systems, billing process and procedures, chargemaster maintenance, regulatory guidelines, reimbursement monitoring, and compliance strategies and reporting. Upon completion, students should be able to perform data quality reviews to validate code assignment and comply with reimbursement and reporting requirements.
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HIT - 217 Quality & Data Analysis Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
State Prerequisite: Take MAT-152
This course covers the principles of quality assessment and improvement, including data analysis and decision-making in healthcare. Topics include healthcare statistics, continuous quality improvement, data analysis, and reporting techniques, quality and outcome metric monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to compute healthcare statistics, abstract, analyze and report clinical data for organization-wide quality and performance improvement programs for compliance purposes.
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HIT - 218 Mgmt Principles in HIT Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers organizational management concepts as applied to healthcare settings. Topics include roles/functions of teams/committees, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, designing and implementing orientation/ training programs, monitoring workflow, performance standards, revenue cycles, and organizational resources. Upon completion, students should be able to apply management, leadership, and supervisory concepts to various healthcare settings.
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HIT - 220 Health Informatics & EHRs Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course covers EHR systems, design, implementation, and application. Topics include EHR, Informatics, speech & imaging technology, information/ network security & integrity, data dictionaries, modeling and warehousing. Upon completion, students should be able to facilitate usage of electronic health record systems and other technologies.
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HIT - 224 Prof Practice Experience IV Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 6 Credit: 2
Prerequisite: HIT-212
This course provides supervised clinical experience in healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on practical application of curriculum concepts to the healthcare setting. Upon completion, students should be able to apply health information theory to healthcare facility practices.
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HIT - 225 Healthcare Informatics Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers data analysis to support decision making, patient care, and regulatory compliance. Topics include clinical terminology and vocabulary systems, data capture methodology, data presentation and reporting, and initiatives to improve the quality of patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to identify data elements and sets, analyze capture methodology in healthcare settings, analyze compliance issues, and make improvement recommendations.
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HIT - 226 Principles of Disease Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: BIO-166 or BIO 169
This course covers disease etiology and organ system involvement, including physical signs and symptoms, prognoses, and common complications and their management. Topics include basic microbiology, basic pharmacology, and principles of disease. Upon completion, students should be able to relate disease processes to etiology, physical signs and symptoms, prognosis, and common complications and their management.
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HIT - 280 Professional Issues Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
Prerequisite: HIT 211
This course provides a comprehensive discussion of topics common to the health information profession. Emphasis is placed on application of professional competencies, job search tools, and preparation for the certification examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in entry-level domains and subdomains for health information technologies.
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HIS - 111 World Civilizations I Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces world history from the dawn of civilization to the early modern era. Topics include Eurasian, African, American, and Greco-Roman civilizations and Christian, Islamic and Byzantine cultures. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in pre-modern world civilizations.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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HIS - 112 World Civilizations II Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces world history from the early modern era to the present. Topics include the cultures of Africa, Europe, India, China, Japan, and the Americas. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in modern world civilizations.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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HIS - 131 American History I Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course is a survey of American history from pre-history through the Civil War era. Topics include the migrations to the Americas, the colonial and revolutionary periods, the development of the Republic, and the Civil War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in early American history.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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HIS - 132 American History II Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course is a survey of American history from the Civil War era to the present. Topics include industrialization, immigration, the Great Depression, the major American wars, the Cold War, and social conflict. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in American history since the Civil War.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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HIS - 141 Genealogy & Local History Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course explores the role of the local or family historian. Emphasis is placed on historical or genealogical research techniques including a survey of local, state, and national archival resources. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct genealogical research and a major research project on local or family history.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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HIS - 236 North Carolina History Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course is a study of geographical, political, economic, and social conditions existing in North Carolina from America’s discovery to the present. Topics include native and immigrant backgrounds; colonial, antebellum, and Reconstruction periods; party politics; race relations; and the transition from an agrarian to an industrial economy. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in North Carolina.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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HOR - 124 Nursery Operations Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course covers nursery site and crop selection, cultural practices, and production and marketing methods. Topics include site considerations, water availability, equipment, irrigation, fertilization, containers, media, and pest control. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement a nursery operation and grow and harvest nursery crops.
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HOR - 150 Intro to Horticulture Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course covers the history, development, and basic techniques of horticulture. Topics include propagation techniques, planting procedures, watering and fertility, plant growth, pest and disease control, and garden design and history. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of horticulture.
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HOR - 275 Horticulture Production Mgmt Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
No Pre/Co Requisites
This course introduces starting and/or managing a horticulture production operation. Emphasis is placed on types of horticulture production businesses, production management practices and skills, and appropriate safety measures for equipment, personnel, and facilities. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of production businesses, prepare appropriate schedules and inventories, and manage personnel/facilities for safe crop production.
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HSE - 110 Intro to Human Services Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker.
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HSE - 112 Group Process I Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
Prerequisites: HSE 123 and HSE 125
This course introduces interpersonal concepts and group dynamics. Emphasis is placed on self-awareness facilitated by experiential learning in small groups with analysis of personal experiences and the behavior of others. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence in identifying and explaining how people are influenced by their interactions in group settings.
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HSE - 123 Interviewing Techniques Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ENG 111
This course covers the purpose, structure, focus, and techniques employed in effective interviewing. Emphasis is placed on observing, attending, listening, responding, recording, and summarizing of personal histories with instructor supervision. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the basic interviewing skills needed to function in the helping relationship.
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HSE - 125 Counseling Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: PSY 150
This course covers the major approaches to psychotherapy and counseling, including theory, characteristics, and techniques. Emphasis is placed on facilitation of self-exploration, problem solving, decision making, and personal growth. Upon completion, students should be able to understand various theories of counseling and demonstrate counseling techniques.
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HSE - 210 Human Services Issues Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
No Pre/Corequisites
This course covers current issues and trends in the field of human services. Emphasis is placed on contemporary topics with relevance to special issues in a multi-faceted field. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate the knowledge, skills, and experiences gained in classroom and clinical experiences with emerging trends in the field.
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HSE - 220 Case Management Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: HSE 110
This course covers the variety of tasks associated with professional case management. Topics include treatment planning, needs assessment, referral procedures, and follow-up and integration of services. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively manage the care of the whole person from initial contact through termination of services.
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HSE - 225 Crisis Intervention Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: HSE 110 and HSE 123
This course introduces the basic theories and principles of crisis intervention. Emphasis is placed on identifying and demonstrating appropriate and differential techniques for intervening in various crisis situations. Upon completion, students should be able to assess crisis situations and respond appropriately.
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HUM - 110 Technology & Society Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course considers technological change from historical, artistic, and philosophical perspectives and its effect on human needs and concerns. Emphasis is placed on the causes and consequences of technological change. Upon completion, students should be able to critically evaluate the implications of technology.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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HUM - 115 Critical Thinking Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces the use of critical thinking skills in the context of human conflict. Emphasis is placed on evaluating information, problem solving, approaching cross-cultural perspectives, and resolving controversies and dilemmas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate orally and in writing the use of critical thinking skills in the analysis of appropriate texts.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
Course Version Effective Term: 2020FA
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HUM - 120 Cultural Studies Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098 Set 4: DRE 099
This course introduces the distinctive features of a particular culture. Topics include art, history, music, literature, politics, philosophy, and religion. Upon completion, students should be able to appreciate the unique character of the study culture.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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HUM - 211 Humanities I Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
Prerequisite: ENG 111
This course introduces the humanities as a record in literature, music, art, history, religion, and philosophy of humankind’s answers to the fundamental questions of existence. Emphasis is placed on the interconnectedness of various aspects of cultures from ancient through early modern times. Upon completion, students should be able to identify significant figures and cultural contributions of the periods studied.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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HYD - 110 Hydraulics/Pneumatics I Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
No Pre/Corequisites
This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, control assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of a fluid power system, including design, application, and troubleshooting.
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