May 19, 2024  
2017-2018 Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Catalog ARCHIVED PUBLICATION

Course Notation and Description


Curriculum courses are designated by a three-letter prefix followed by three numbers that are sometimes followed by a letter (i.e., ENG 090, BIO 168 , ENG 090A). The prefix indicates the subject area, such as ENG (English), BIO (biology), or PED (physical education). The letter after the course number provides various kinds of information, such as whether a science course is a lecture or a lab, whether a music course is in the area of piano or voice, and whether a course is divided into subsections (e.g., A, B, C). Numbers that begin with zero denote developmental courses.

A series of numbers following the title of the course specifies course hours and credits. The first number is the number of hours of lecture or discussion in the classroom per week. The second number is the number of hours spent per week in the laboratory, shop, or studio. The third number is the number of hours spent in clinical or work experience. The fourth number indicates the credit hours awarded for the course.

Some course descriptions list a prerequisite and/or a corequisite course or courses. A prerequisite course is one that must be taken prior to another course. A corequisite course is one that must be taken prior to or at the same time as another course. Some courses have an italicized statement following the course description indicating that the course will transfer to a four-year institution.

 

Physics

  
  • PHY 101 - Fundamentals of Physics I

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces fundamental physical concepts with emphasis on applications. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analyses, vectors, motion, forces, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles studied as applied to their specific programs.
  
  • PHY 110 - Conceptual Physics

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides a conceptually-based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of matter and the universe. Upon completion, students should be able to describe examples and applications of the principles studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • PHY 110A - Conceptual Physics Lab

    Class: 0 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Corequisite: PHY 110 
    This course is a laboratory for PHY 110 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in PHY 110 . Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in PHY 110 . This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • PHY 151 - College Physics I

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: MAT 171 , MAT-171, or MAT 172 
    This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • PHY 152 - College Physics II

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: PHY 151 
    This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • PHY 251 - General Physics I

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: MAT 271 
    Corequisite: MAT 272 
    This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • PHY 252 - General Physics II

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: MAT 272  and PHY 251 
    This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.

Plumbing

  
  • PLU 130 - Plumbing Systems

    Class: 3 Lab: 9 Clinical: 0 Credit: 6
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the maintenance and repair of plumbing lines and fixtures. Emphasis is placed on identifying and diagnosing problems related to water, drain and vent lines, water heaters, and plumbing fixtures. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and diagnose needed repairs to the plumbing system.

Political Science

  
  • POL 120 - American Government

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American national government. Topics include the constitutional framework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and liberties, political participation and behavior, and policy formation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
  
  • POL 130 - State & Local Government

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course includes state and local political institutions and practices in the context of American federalism. Emphasis is placed on procedural and policy differences as well as political issues in state, regional, and local governments of North Carolina. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss various problems associated with intergovernmental politics and their effect on the community and the individual. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Process Control Instrumentation

  
  • PCI 264 - Process Control with PLCs

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces automatic process control implemented with PLC technology. Topics include interfacing and controlling advanced control loops and devices using various PLC-based systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced applications of process control and instrumentation systems with PLC-based devices.

Psychology

  
  • PSY 115 - Stress Management

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers stressors and techniques for stress management. Topics include anger, assertiveness, adaptation to change, conflict, coping skills, identification of stressors, time management, and the physiology of stress and burnout. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effective management of stress.
  
  • PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development.
  
  • PSY 141 - Death & Dying

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course presents psychological perspectives on death and dying. Topics include the culturally diverse aspects of death and the grieving process, adjustment mechanisms, interventions, and the psychological and ethical dimensions of death and dying. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the psychosocial aspects of death and dying.
  
  • PSY 150 - General Psychology

    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 provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
  
  • PSY 241 - Developmental Psychology

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: PSY 150 
    This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
  
  • PSY 263 - Educational Psychology

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: PSY 150 
    This course examines the application of psychological theories and principles to the educational process and setting. Topics include learning and cognitive theories, achievement motivation, teaching and learning styles, teacher and learner roles, assessment, and developmental issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the application of psychological theory to educational practice. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • PSY 281 - Abnormal Psychology

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 111  and PSY 150 
    This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demonstrate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic techniques. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.

Radiography

  
  • RAD 110 - Radiography Introduction & Patient Care

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Corequisites: RAD 111  and RAD 151 
    This course provides an overview of the radiography profession and student responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on basic principles of patient care, radiation protection, technical factors, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic skills in these areas.
  
  • RAD 111 - Radiography Procedures I

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Corequisites: RAD 110  and RAD 151 
    This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, spine, and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas. This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, spine, and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.
  
  • RAD 112 - Radiography Procedures II

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151 
    Corequisites: RAD 121  and RAD 161 
    This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the skull, bony thorax, and gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.
  
  • RAD 121 - Radiographic Imaging I

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151 
    Corequisites: RAD 112  and RAD 161 
    This course provides the principles of conventional film-screen radiography. Emphasis is placed on the factors that impact density, contrast, recorded detail, and distortion. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of conventional film-screen radiographic imaging.
  
  • RAD 122 - Radiographic Imaging II

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisites: RAD 112 , RAD 121 , and RAD 161 
    Corequisites: RAD 131  and RAD 171 
    This course provides advanced principles of imaging including digital radiography. Emphasis is placed on the factors that impact brightness, contrast, recorded detail, and distortion. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced principles of imaging.
  
  • RAD 131 - Radiographic Physics I

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisites: RAD 112 , RAD 121 , and RAD 161 
    Corequisites: RAD 122  and RAD 171 
    This course introduces the principles of radiation characteristics and production. Emphasis is placed on imaging equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of radiation characteristics and production.
  
  • RAD 151 - Radiography Clinical Ed I

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 6 Credit: 2
    Corequisites: RAD 110  and RAD 111 
    This course introduces patient management and basic radiographic procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the chest and extremities, manipulating equipment, and applying principles of ALARA. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
  
  • RAD 161 - Radiography Clinical Ed II

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 15 Credit: 5
    Prerequisites: RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151 
    Corequisites: RAD 112  and RAD 121 
    This course provides additional experience in patient management and in more complex radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
  
  • RAD 171 - Radiography Clinical Ed III

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 12 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: RAD 112 , RAD 121 , and RAD 161 
    Corequisites: RAD 122  and RAD 131 
    This course provides experience in patient management specific to fluoroscopic and advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and mastering positioning of gastrointestinal and urological studies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
  
  • RAD 211 - Radiography Procedures III

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: RAD 112 , and RAD 122 
    Corequisites: RAD 231 , RAD 241 , and RAD 251 
    This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard and specialty radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiographic specialty procedures, sectional anatomy, and advanced imaging. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these areas.
  
  • RAD 231 - Radiographic Physics II

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisites: RAD 122 , RAD 131 , and RAD 171 
    Corequisites: RAD 211 , RAD 241 , and RAD 251 
    This course provides advanced principles of radiation characteristics and production including digital imaging and Computed Tomography (CT). Emphasis is placed on imaging equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of radiation characteristics and production.
  
  • RAD 241 - Radiobiology / Protection

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisites: RAD 112 , RAD 122 , RAD 131 , and RAD 171 
    Corequisites: RAD 211 , RAD 231 , and RAD 251 
    This course covers the principles of radiation protection and radiobiology. Topics include the effects of ionizing radiation on body tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and personnel, and radiation monitoring devices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects and uses of radiation in diagnostic radiology.
  
  • RAD 245 - Image Analysis

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisites: RAD 211 , RAD 231 , RAD 241 , and RAD 251 
    Corequisite: RAD 261 
    This course provides an overview of image analysis and introduces methods of quality management. Topics include image evaluation, pathology, quality control, and quality assurance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of image analysis and quality management.
  
  • RAD 251 - Radiography Clinical Ed IV

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 21 Credit: 7
    Prerequisites: RAD 122 , RAD 131 , and RAD 171 
    Corequisites: RAD 211 , RAD 231 , and RAD 241 
    This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering all basic radiographic procedures and to attain experience in advanced areas. Emphasis is placed on equipment operation, pathological recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and a further awareness of radiation protection requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
  
  • RAD 261 - Radiography Clinical Ed V

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 21 Credit: 7
    Prerequisite: RAD 251 
    Corequisite: RAD 245 
    This course is designed to enhance expertise in all radiographic procedures, patient management, radiation protection, and image production and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on developing an autonomous approach to the diversity of clinical situations and successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
  
  • RAD 271 - Radiography Capstone

    Class: 0 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Prerequisites: RAD 211 , RAD 231 , and RAD 241 
    Corequisites: RAD 245 , RAD 251 , and RAD 261 
    This course provides an opportunity to exhibit problem-solving skills required for certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of didactic and clinical components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge required of any entry-level radiographer.

Religion

  
  • REL 110 - World Religions

    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 world’s major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • REL 111 - Eastern Religions

    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 major Asian religious traditions. Topics include Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • REL 112 - Western Religions

    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 major western religious traditions. Topics include Zoroastrianism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • REL 211 - Intro to Old Testament

    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 the literature of the Hebrews with readings from the law, prophets, and other writings. Emphasis is placed on the use of literary, historical, archeological, and cultural analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand Old Testament literature. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • REL 212 - Intro to New Testament

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: ENG 111 
    This course is a survey of the literature of first-century Christianity with readings from the gospels, Acts, and the Pauline and pastoral letters. Topics include the literary structure, audience, and religious perspective of the writings, as well as the historical and cultural context of the early Christian community. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand New Testament literature. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • REL 221 - Religion in America

    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 an examination of religious beliefs and practice in the United States. Emphasis is placed on mainstream religious traditions and non-traditional religious movements from the Colonial period to the present. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and appreciate the diversity of religious traditions in America. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.

Respiratory Care

  
  • RCP 110 - Intro to Respiratory Care

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Corequisites: RCP 113  and RCP 132 
    This course introduces the respiratory care profession. Topics include the role of the respiratory care practitioner, medical gas administration, basic patient assessment, infection control, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.
  
  • RCP 111 - Therapeutics/Diagnostics

    Class: 4 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
    Prerequisite: RCP 110 
    Corequisites: RCP 114  and RCP 145 
    This course is a continuation of RCP 110 . Emphasis is placed on entry-level therapeutic and diagnostic procedures used in respiratory care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.
  
  • RCP 112 - Patient Management

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: RCP 111 
    Corequisites: RCP 115  and RCP 153 
    This course provides entry-level skills in adult/pediatric mechanical ventilation and respiratory care procedures in traditional and alternative settings. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic modalities and physiological effects of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, home care, mechanical ventilation, and monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.
  
  • RCP 113 - Respiratory Pharmacology

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Corequisites: RCP 113  and RCP 132 
    This course covers the drugs used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on the uses, actions, indications, administration, and hazards of pharmacological agents. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence though written evaluations. This course covers the drugs used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on the uses, actions, indications, administration, and hazards of pharmacological agents. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence though written evaluations.
  
  • RCP 114 - Cardio Anatomy & Physiology

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: BIO-165 or BIO 168 
    Corequisites: RCP 111  and RCP 145 
    This course provides a concentrated study of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology essential to the practice of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on cardiovascular and pulmonary physiology, acid/base balance, and blood gas interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written evaluation.
  
  • RCP 115 - Cardio Pathophysiology

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: RCP 111 
    Corequisites: RCP 112  and RCP 153 
    This course introduces the etiology, pathogenesis, and physiology of cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders. Emphasis is placed on clinical signs and symptoms along with diagnoses, complications, prognoses, and management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written evaluations.
  
  • RCP 132 - Respiratory Clinical Practice I

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 6 Credit: 2
    Corequisite: RCP 110  and RCP 113 
    This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
  
  • RCP 145 - Respiratory Clinical Practice II

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 15 Credit: 5
    Prerequisite: RCP 110 
    Corequisites: RCP 111  and RCP 114 
    This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
  
  • RCP 153 - Respiratory Clinical Practice III

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 9 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: RCP -11
    Corequisites: RCP 112  and RCP 115 
    This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
  
  • RCP 210 - Critical Care Concepts

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: RCP 112 
    Corequisites: RCP 213  and RCP 235 
    This course provides further refinement of acute patient care and underlying pathophysiology. Topics include a continuation in the study of mechanical ventilation, underlying pathophysiology, and introduction of critical care monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.
  
  • RCP 211 - Adv Monitoring/Procedures

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: RCP 210 
    Corequisites: RCP 215  and RCP 246 
    This course includes advanced information gathering and decision making for the respiratory care professional. Topics include advanced cardiac monitoring and special procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate, design, and recommend appropriate care plans through written and laboratory evaluations.
  
  • RCP 213 - Neonatal/Peds Concepts

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: RCP 112 
    Corequisites: RCP 210  and RCP 235 
    This course provides in-depth coverage of the concepts of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on neonatal and pediatric pathophysiology and on the special therapeutic needs of neonates and children. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written evaluations.
  
  • RCP 215 - Career Prep - Adv Level

    Class: 0 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Prerequisite: RCP 210 
    Corequisites: RCP 211  and RCP 246 
    This course provides preparation for employment and the advanced-level practitioner credentialing exam. Emphasis is placed on review of the NBRC Advanced-Level Practitioner Exam and supervision and management. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete the appropriate self-assessment examinations and meet the requirements for employment.
  
  • RCP 235 - Respiratory Clin Practice IV

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 15 Credit: 5
    Prerequisite: RCP 112 
    Corequisites: RCP 210  and RCP 213 
    This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.
  
  • RCP 246 - Respiratory Clin Practice V

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 18 Credit: 6
    Prerequisite: RCP 210 
    Corequisites: RCP 211  and RCP 215 
    This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations.

Shooting & Hunting Sports Management

  
  • SSM 110 - Intro to Shooting Sports

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the theories and fundamentals of shooting sports. Topics include shotgun shooting sports, rifle shooting sports, and handgun shooting sports. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the rules, regulations, and equipment used in various shooting sports currently in the United States.
  
  • SSM 111 - Gun Shop Management

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces managing a gun shop. Topics include handling firearms safely, federal and state firearms laws, purchasing new and used firearms, purchasing related firearms equipment, supplies and firearms security. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and legally start working a firearms counter.
  
  • SSM 112 - Sports Hunting

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the theories and fundamentals of hunting in the world today. Topics include hunting in the United States, as well as the popular hunting spots around the world. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the firearms and related equipment needed to hunt locally, nationally and in today’s world.
  
  • SSM 114 - Shooting Sports Mgmt

    Class: 3 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces shooting and hunting sports management techniques. Topics include firearms safety, metal finishes, checkering, wood finishing, stock fit, shotgun chokes, basic firearms design, and custom firearms. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss sports management needs with customers and receive firearms for Gunsmithing work.

Social Work

  
  • SWK 110 - Introduction to Social Work

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course examines the historical development, values, orientation, and professional standards of social work and focuses on the terminology and broader systems of social welfare. Emphasis is placed on the various fields of practice including those agencies whose primary function is financial assistance, corrections, mental health, and protective services. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge, values, and skills of the social work professional. .
  
  • SWK 113 - Working with Diversity

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course examines and promotes understanding, sensitivity, awareness, and knowledge of human diversity. Emphasis is placed on professional responsibilities, duties, and skills critical to multicultural human services practice. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate and expand knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness relevant to diverse populations.

Sociology

  
  • SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology

    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 scientific study of human society, culture, and social interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
  
  • SOC 213 - Sociology of the Family

    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 covers the institution of the family and other intimate relationships. Emphasis is placed on mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict, parenthood, diverse lifestyles, divorce and remarriage, and economic issues. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze the family as a social institution and the social forces which influence its development and change. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
  
  • SOC 220 - Social Problems

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 111  and SOC 210 
    This course provides an in-depth study of current social problems. Emphasis is placed on causes, consequences, and possible solutions to problems associated with families, schools, workplaces, communities, and the environment. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, define, analyze, and propose solutions to these problems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
  
  • SOC 225 - Social Diversity

    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 provides a comparison of diverse roles, interests, opportunities, contributions, and experiences in social life. Topics include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class, and religion. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze how cultural and ethnic differences evolve and how they affect personality development, values, and tolerance. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Social/ Behavioral Sciences.

Spanish

  
  • SPA 111 - Elementary Spanish I

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate cultural awareness. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/ Fine Arts.
  
  • SPA 112 - Elementary Spanish II

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: SPA 111 
    This course is a continuation of SPA 111  focusing on the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate further cultural awareness. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.

Substance Abuse

  
  • SAB 110 - Substance Abuse Overview

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides an overview of the core concepts in substance abuse and dependence. Topics include the history of drug use/abuse, effects on societal members, treatment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the etiology of drug abuse, addiction, prevention, and treatment.
  
  • SAB 130 - Addictive Behavior

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course surveys and investigates addiction patterns and various methods of treatment. Emphasis is placed on sociocultural, psychological, and physiological theories of substance abuse and treatment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of theories of substance abuse and treatment.
  
  • SAB 210 - Substance Abuse Counseling

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides theory and skills acquisition by utilizing intervention strategies designed to obtain therapeutic information, support recovery, and prevent relapse. Topics include counseling individuals and dysfunctional families, screening instruments, counseling techniques and approaches, recovery and relapse, and special populations. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss issues critical to recovery, identify intervention models, and initiate a procedure culminating in cognitive/behavioral change.

Surgical Technology

  
  • SUR 110 - Intro to Surgical Technology

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Corequisite: SUR 111 
    This course provides a comprehensive study of the operative environment, professional roles, moral/legal/ethical responsibilities, and medical communications used in surgical technology. Topics include: professional behaviors, medical terminology, interdepartmental/peer/relationships, operating room environment/safety, pharmacology, anesthesia, incision sites, physiology of wound healing, and biomedical sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the operative environment.
  
  • SUR 111 - Perioperative Patient Care

    Class: 5 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 7
    Corequisite: SUR 110 
    This course provides theoretical knowledge for the application of essential operative skills during the perioperative phase. Topics include surgical asepsis, sterilization/disinfection, and perioperative patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles and practices of aseptic technique, sterile attire, basic case preparation, and other relevant skills.
  
  • SUR 122 - Surgical Procedures I

    Class: 5 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 6
    Prerequisites: SUR 110  and SUR 111 
    Corequisite: STP-101 or SUR 123 
    This course provides an introduction to selected basic and intermediate surgical specialties that students are exposed to the first clinical rotation. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment.
  
  • SUR 123 - Surgical Clinical Practice I

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 21 Credit: 7
    Prerequisites: SUR 110  and SUR 111 
    Corequisite: SUR 122 
    This course provides clinical experience with a variety of perioperative assignments to build upon skills learned in SUR 111. Emphasis is placed on the scrub and circulating roles of the surgical technologist including aseptic technique and basic case preparation for selected surgical procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare, assist with, and dismantle basic surgical cases in both the scrub and circulating roles.
  
  • SUR 134 - Surgical Procedures II

    Class: 5 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
    Prerequisite: STP-101 or SUR 123 
    This course provides a comprehensive study of intermediate and advanced surgical specialties that students are exposed to in the second clinical rotation. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment.
  
  • SUR 135 - Surgical Clinical Practice II

    Class: 0 Lab: 0 Clinical: 12 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: SUR 123 
    Corequisite: SUR 134 
    This course provides clinical experience with a variety of perioperative assignments to build skills required for complex perioperative patient care. Emphasis is placed on greater technical skills, critical thinking, speed, efficiency, and autonomy in the operative setting. Upon completion, students should be able to function in the role of an entry-level surgical technologist.
  
  • SUR 137 - Professional Success Preparation

    Class: 1 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Prerequisite: SUR 123 
    Corequisites: SUR 134  and SUR 135 
    This course provides job-seeking skills and an overview of theoretical knowledge in preparation for certification. Topics include test-taking strategies, résumé preparation, and interviewing techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare a résumé, demonstrate appropriate interview techniques, and identify strengths and weaknesses in preparation for certification.

Sustainability Technologies

  
  • SST 120 - Energy Use Analysis

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the principles of analyzing energy use, energy auditing tools and techniques, conservation techniques, and calculating energy savings. Topics include building system control theory, calibrating digital controls, energy loss calculations, and applicable conservation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of energy use, audits, and controls in the analysis of energy consumption.

Transportation Technology

  
  • TRN 110 - Intro to Transport Technology

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers workplace safety, hazardous materials, environmental regulations, hand tools, service information, basic concepts, vehicle systems, and common transportation industry terminology. Topics include familiarization with major vehicle systems, proper use of various hand and power tools, material safety data sheets, and personal protective equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate appropriate safety procedures, identify and use basic shop tools, and describe government regulations regarding transportation repair facilities.
  
  • TRN 120 - Basic Transport Electricity

    Class: 4 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers basic electrical theory, wiring diagrams, test equipment, and diagnosis, repair, and replacement of batteries, starters, and alternators. Topics include Ohm’s Law, circuit construction, wiring diagrams, circuit testing, and basic troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly use wiring diagrams, diagnose, test, and repair basic wiring, battery, starting, charging, and electrical concerns.
  
  • TRN 130 - Intro to Sustainable Transport

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides an overview of alternative fuels and alternative fuel vehicles. Topics include composition and use of alternative fuels including compressed natural gas, biodiesel, ethanol, hydrogen, and synthetic fuels, hybrid/electric, and vehicles using alternative fuels. Upon completion, students should be able to identify alternative fuel vehicles, explain how each alternative fuel delivery system operates, and perform minor repairs.
  
  • TRN 170 - PC Skills for Transportation

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces students to personal computer literacy and Internet literacy with an emphasis on the transportation service industry. Topics include service information systems, management systems, computer-based systems, and PC-based diagnostic equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to access information pertaining to transportation technology and perform word processing.
  
  • TRN 180 - Basic Welding for Trans

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the terms and procedures for welding various metals used in the transportation industry with an emphasis on personal safety and environmental health. Topics include safety and precautionary measures, setup/operation of MIG equipment, metal identification methods, types of welds/joints, techniques, inspection methods, cutting processes and other related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of welding operations and safety procedures according to industry standard.

Trucking Operations Management

  
  • TOM 130 - Fleet Maintenance

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course provides an overview of the fleet maintenance management operations in the trucking industry. Topics include trucking regulations, managing a maintenance shop, key performance indicators (KPI), maintenance management systems, and truck/trailer specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to define the requirements of fleet maintenance management skills in a trucking based company.
  
  • TOM 250 - Operations of Trucking I

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course provides an overview of operating a trucking business. Topics include the business, marketing, economics, finance, accounting, freight brokerage and entrepreneurship aspects of operating a trucking business. Upon completion, students should be able to define the skills and personnel needed to operate a successful trucking business.

Web Technologies

  
  • WEB 115 - Web Markup and Scripting

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces Worldwide Web Consortium (W3C) standard client-side Internet programming using industry-established practices. Topics include JavaScript, markup elements, stylesheets, validation, accessibility, standards, and browsers. Upon completion, students should be able to develop hand-coded web pages using current markup standards.
  
  • WEB 140 - Web Development Tools

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides an introduction to web development software suites. Topics include the creation of web sites and applets using web development software. Upon completion, students should be able to create entire web sites and supporting applets.
  
  • WEB 141 - Mobile Interface Design

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers current design standards and emerging approaches related to the design and development of user interfaces for mobile devices. Emphasis is placed on research and evaluation of standard and emerging practices for effective interface and user experience design. Upon completion, students should be able to design effective and usable interfaces for mobile devices.

Welding

  
  • WLD 110 - Cutting Processes

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces oxy-fuel and plasma-arc cutting systems. Topics include safety, proper equipment setup, and operation of oxy-fuel and plasma-arc cutting equipment with emphasis on straight line, curve and bevel cutting. Upon completion, students should be able to oxy-fuel and plasma-arc cut metals of varying thickness.
  
  • WLD 112 - Basic Welding Processes

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces basic welding and cutting. Emphasis is placed on beads applied with gases, mild steel fillers, and electrodes and the capillary action of solder. Upon completion, students should be able to set up welding and oxy-fuel equipment and perform welding, brazing, and soldering processes.
  
  • WLD 115 - SMAW (Stick) Plate

    Class: 2 Lab: 9 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the shielded metal arc (stick) welding process. Emphasis is placed on padding, fillet, and groove welds in various positions with SMAW electrodes. Upon completion, students should be able to perform SMAW fillet and groove welds on carbon plate with prescribed electrodes.
  
  • WLD 116 - SMAW (stick) Plate/Pipe

    Class: 1 Lab: 9 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Take WLD-115​
    This course is designed to enhance skills with the shielded metal arc (stick) welding process. Emphasis is placed on advancing manipulative skills with SMAW electrodes on varying joint geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to perform groove welds on carbon steel with prescribed electrodes in the flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  
  • WLD 121 - GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces metal arc welding and flux core arc welding processes. Topics include equipment setup and fillet and groove welds with emphasis on application of GMAW and FCAW electrodes on carbon steel plate. Upon completion, students should be able to perform fillet welds on carbon steel with prescribed electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.
  
  • WLD 131 - GTAW (TIG) Plate

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding process. Topics include correct selection of tungsten, polarity, gas, and proper filler rod with emphasis placed on safety, equipment setup, and welding techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to perform GTAW fillet and groove welds with various electrodes and filler materials.
  
  • WLD 132 - GTAW (TIG) Plate/Pipe

    Class: 1 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Take WLD-131​
    This course is designed to enhance skills with the gas tungsten arc (TIG) welding process. Topics include setup, joint preparation, and electrode selection with emphasis on manipulative skills in all welding positions on plate and pipe. Upon completion, students should be able to perform GTAW welds with prescribed electrodes and filler materials on various joint geometry.
  
  • WLD 141 - Symbols & Specifications

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the basic symbols and specifications used in welding. Emphasis is placed on interpretation of lines, notes, welding symbols, and specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret symbols and specifications commonly used in welding.
  
  • WLD 151 - Fabrication I

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the basic principles of fabrication. Emphasis is placed on safety, measurement, layout techniques, and the use of fabrication tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to perform layout activities and operate various fabrication and material handling equipment.
  
  • WLD 215 - SMAW (stick) Pipe

    Class: 1 Lab: 9 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Take One: WLD-115 or WLD-116​
    This course covers the knowledge and skills that apply to welding pipe. Topics include pipe positions, joint geometry, and preparation with emphasis placed on bead application, profile, and discontinuities. Upon completion, students should be able to perform SMAW welds to applicable codes on carbon steel pipe with prescribed electrodes in various positions.
  
  • WLD 251 - Fabrication II

    Class: 1 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Take WLD-151
    This course covers advanced fabrication skills. Topics include advanced layout and assembly methods with emphasis on the safe and correct use of fabrication tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to fabricate projects from working drawings.
  
  • WLD 261 - Certification Practices

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Take All: WLD-115, WLD-121, and WLD-131
    This course covers certification requirements for industrial welding processes. Topics include techniques and certification requirements for prequalified joint geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to perform welds on carbon steel plate and/or pipe according to applicable codes.
 

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