2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course Prefix A course prefix is the three letter code associated with the course subject. 
Course Numbers Course numbers appear after the course prefix. Courses numbered with a zero (0) as the first digit are precollege (developmental) and cannot be applied toward a degree, diploma or certificate.
Course Title A course title is the name of the course. 
Course Hours The number of lecture, laboratory, clinical and work experience hours is shown under each course title. The total number of lecture, laboratory, clinical and work experience hours is referred to as “contact hours” since it reflects the time spent each week under the supervision of a faculty member.
Course Credits Course credits are provided after the course hours.
Prerequisites and Corequisites    
Course Descriptions A course description a short, succinct statement that informs a student about the subject matter content and transferability. 
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Psychology

  
  • PSY 150 - General Psychology


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: DRE-097, or ENG 002 , or ENG 111  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This course is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
  
  • PSY 241 - Developmental Psychology


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: PSY 150 
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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 demostrate knowledge of development across the life span.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.

Radiography

  
  • RAD 110 - Rad Intro & Patient Care


    CIS Course ID: S13079
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take All: RAD 111  and RAD 151  
    Local Prerequisites: Admission into the Radiography Program
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 111 - RAD Procedures I


    CIS Course ID: S24943
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: Admission into the Radiography Program
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, bony thorax and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.
     

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 112 - RAD Procedures II


    CIS Course ID: S24944
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: RAD 122 , RAD 161  

    This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the skull, spine, and gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 121 - Image Production I


    CIS Course ID: S24945
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: Take: RAD 112  and RAD 161  

    This course provides the basic principles of radiographic image production. Emphasis is placed on image production, x-ray equipment, receptor exposure, and basic imaging quality factors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic principles of radiographic image production.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 122 - Image Production II


    CIS Course ID: S24946
    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 112 , RAD 121 , and RAD 161  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: Take: RAD 141   and RAD 171  

    This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on advanced digital principles and production. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced principles of digital imaging production.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 141 - Radiation Safety


    CIS Course ID: S24950
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take All: RAD-112, RAD-121, and RAD-161
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • RAD 151 - RAD Clinical Education I


    CIS Course ID: S12925
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 6
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take All: RAD 110  and RAD 111  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 161 - RAD Clinical Education II


    CIS Course ID: S13703
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 15
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 5
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 110 , RAD 111 , and RAD 151  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take All: RAD 112  and RAD 121  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 171 - RAD Clinical Ed III


    CIS Course ID: S24974
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 9
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 112 , RAD 121 , and RAD 161  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: Take: RAD 122  and RAD 141  

    This course provides experience in patient management specific to advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and transitioning to mastering positioning of advanced studies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 181 - RAD Clinical Elective


    CIS Course ID: S13957
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 3
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 1
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides advanced knowledge of clinical applications. Emphasis is placed on enhancing clinical skills. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete the clinical course objectives.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • RAD 211 - RAD Procedures III


    CIS Course ID: S24948
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 122 , RAD 141 , and RAD 171  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: Take: RAD 231  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, advanced imaging, radiographic pathology and image analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these areas.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 231 - Image Production III


    CIS Course ID: S24949
    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 122 , RAD 141 , and RAD 171 .
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: Take: RAD 211  and RAD 251  

    This course is designed to continue to develop the concepts and principles in the field of radiologic technology. Emphasis is placed on complex imaging production and principles, quality control and quality assurance in the imaging sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced radiographic equipment and quality control programs.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • RAD 251 - RAD Clinical Education IV


    CIS Course ID: S25000
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 21
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 7
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 122 , and RAD 171  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take: RAD 211 , and RAD 231  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 261 - RAD Clinical Education V


    CIS Course ID: S25001
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 21
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 7
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take RAD 251  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take RAD 271  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RAD 271 - Radiography Capstone


    CIS Course ID: S24951
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: RAD 211 , RAD 231 , and RAD 251  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: Take: 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 demonstrat the knowledge required of an entry-level radiographer.

    College Transfer: N/A

Religion

  
  • REL 110 - World Religions


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: DRE-097, or ENG 002 , or ENG 111  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • REL 221 - Religion in America


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: DRE-097, or ENG 002 , or ENG 111  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.

Respiratory Care

  
  • RCP 110 - Intro to Respiratory Care


    CIS Course ID: S24786
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: BIO 168 , BIO 169 , ENG 111 , MAT 143  
    Local Corequisites: BIO 275 , ENG 112 , Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

    This course introduces the role of the respiratory care practitioner within interprofessional teams and interacting with diverse populations. Topics include medical gas administration, basic patient assessment, infection control, and medical terminology using proper written and oral communication methods to prepare students for clinical practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 111 - Therapeutics/Diagnostics


    CIS Course ID: S24787
    Class Hours 4
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 5
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take RCP 110  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: Take: RCP 133  

    This course provides emphasis on therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Topics include applying problem solving strategies in the patient care setting, applying ethical principles in decision making, and practicing professional responsibilities, which will prepare students for clinical practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 114 - C-P Anatomy & Physiology


    CIS Course ID: S21906
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: Nones

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 115 - C-P Pathophysiology


    CIS Course ID: S24789
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course introduces the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical signs and symptoms, diagnoses, prognoses, complications, and management of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on developing, evaluating, and modifying respiratory care plans based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in cardio-pulmonary disease concepts through written evaluations.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 122 - Special Practice Lab


    CIS Course ID: S14239
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 2
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 1
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 133 - RCP Clinical Practice I


    CIS Course ID: S12612
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 9
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take RCP 110  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 142 - RCP Clinical Practice II


    CIS Course ID: S13567
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 6
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take: RCP 110  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take: RCP 111  
    Local Prerequisites: Take: RCP 133  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • RCP 158 - RCP Clinical Practice III


    CIS Course ID: S12193
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 24
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 8
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take RCP 111  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • RCP 210 - Critical Care Concepts


    CIS Course ID: S24790
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: Take: RCP 110 , RCP 111 , RCP 114 , and RCP 133  
    Local Corequisites: Take: RCP 115 , RCP 122 , and RCP 142  

    This course provides further refinement of acute patient care and underlying pathophysiology. Topics include a continuation in the application and management of mechanical ventilation, assessment underlying pathophysiology, and introduction of critical care monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 211 - Advanced Monitoring/Procedures


    CIS Course ID: S24791
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take RCP 210  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course includes advanced information gathering and decision making for the respiratory care professional using evidence-based respiratory care protocols. Topics include advanced cardiac monitoring, special procedures, respiratory care protocols, and disease management. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, recommend, and independently modify respiratory care protocols through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 214 - Neonatal/Peds RC .


    CIS Course ID: S24793
    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take RCP 111  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides comprehensive coverage of the concepts of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiology, patient assessment and special therapeutic needs of neonates and children based on evidence-based medicine protocols and clinical practice guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the neonatal and pediatric respiratory care concepts through written, laboratory and/or clinical simulation evaluations.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 215 - Career Preparation


    CIS Course ID: S24794
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 1
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: Take All: RCP 110 , RCP 111 , RCP 114 , RCP 115 , RCP 122 , RCP 133 , RCP 142 , RCP 158 , RCP 211 , and RCP 214  
    Local Corequisites: Take: RCP 238  

    This course provides an overview of respiratory therapy concepts in preparation for credentialing exam. Emphasis is placed on registry preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of respiratory therapy and be prepared for successful completion of the credentialing process.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • RCP 238 - RCP Clinical Practice IV


    CIS Course ID: S12290
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 24
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 8
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take RCP 111  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take RCP 210  
    Local Prerequisites: RCP 214  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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

    College Transfer: N/A


Sociology

  
  • SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: DRE-097, or ENG 002 , or ENG 111  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
  
  • SOC 213 - Sociology of the Family


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: DRE-097, or ENG 002 , or ENG 111  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
  
  • SOC 225 - Social Diversity


    CIS Course ID: S13923
    Class Hours 3
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
    This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.


Spanish

  
  • SPA 111 - Elementary Spanish I


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: DRE-097, or ENG 002 , or ENG 111  
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • SPA 112 - Elementary Spanish II


    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take SPA 111 
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • SPA 211 - Intermediate Spanish I


    CIS Course ID: S11415
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take SPA-112

    This course provides a review and expansion of the essential skills of the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future.

    College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
    This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.


Surgery

  
  • SUR 110 - Intro to Surgical Technology


    CIS Course ID: S23183
    Class Hours 3
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take SUR 111  
    Local Prerequisites: Admission into the Surgical Technology Program and BIO 168  
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides a comprehensive study of peri-operative care, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the profession of surgical technology. Topics include: introductory concepts, organizational structure and relationships, legal, ethical and moral issues, medical terminology, pharmacology, anesthesia, wound healing management concepts, and the technological sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SUR 111 - Periop Patient Care


    CIS Course ID: S23184
    Class Hours 5
    Lab Hours 6
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 7
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take SUR 110  
    Local Prerequisites: Admission into the Surgical Technology Program
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides the surgical technology student the theoretical knowledge required to function in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative role. Topics include asepsis, disinfection and sterilization, physical environment, instrumentation, equipment, peri-operative patient care, and peri-operative case management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles and practice of the peri-operative team member to the operative environment.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • SUR 122 - Surgical Procedures I


    CIS Course ID: S24471
    Class Hours 5
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 6
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: SUR 110  and SUR 111  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take: SUR 123  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SUR 123 - Surgical Clinical Practice I


    CIS Course ID: S12656
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 21
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 7
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: SUR 110  and SUR 111  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take SUR 122  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • SUR 134 - Surgical Procedures II


    CIS Course ID: S24472
    Class Hours 5
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 5
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take: SUR 123 
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SUR 135 - SUR Clinical Practice II


    CIS Course ID: S22703
    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 12
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take SUR 123  
    Minimum State Corequisites: Take SUR 134  
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • SUR 137 - Prof Success Prep


    CIS Course ID: S24549
    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 1
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides employability skills and an overview of theoretical knowledge in preparation for certification. Topics include test-taking strategies, resume preparation, interviewing strategies, communication skills, and teamwork concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare a resume, demonstrate appropriate interview techniques, and identify strengths and weaknesses in preparation for certification.

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • SUR 210 - Adv SUR Clinical Practice


    CIS Course ID: S22704
    Clinical Hours 6
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course is designed to provide individualized experience in advanced practice, education, circulating, and managerial skills. Emphasis is placed on developing and demonstrating proficiency in skills necessary for advanced practice. Upon completion, students should be able to assume leadership roles in a chosen specialty area.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SUR 211 - Adv Theoretical Concepts


    CIS Course ID: S22705
    Class Hours 2
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    This course covers theoretical knowledge required for extension of the surgical technologist role. Emphasis is placed on advanced practice in complex surgical specialties, educational methodologies, and managerial skills. Upon completion, students should be able to assume leadership roles in a chosen specialty area.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SUR 212 - SUR Clinical Supplement


    CIS Course ID: S23088
    Class Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 12
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering the continuity of care in the peri-operative assignment. Emphasis is placed on maintaining and enhancing acquired clinical skills in the peri-operative setting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate mastery of surgical techniques in the role of the entry level surgical technologist.

    College Transfer: N/A

Welding

  
  • WLD 110 - Cutting Processes


    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 112 - Basic Welding Processes


    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 115 - SMAW (Stick) Plate


    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 9
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 5
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 116 - SMAW (stick) Plate/Pipe


    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 9
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take WLD 115 
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 121 - GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate


    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 6
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 131 - GTAW (TIG) Plate


    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 6
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 4
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 132 - GTAW (TIG) Plate/Pipe


    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 6
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: WLD 131  
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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 jointing geometry.

     

    College Transfer: N/A

  
  • WLD 141 - Symbols & Specifications


    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 2
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 212 - Inert Gas Welding


    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: WLD 112 
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course introduces inert gas-shielded welding methods (MIG/TIG). Topics include correct selection of consumable and non-consumable electrodes, equipment setup, safety, and welding techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to perform inert gas welding in flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 231 - GTAW (TIG) Pipe


    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 6
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: WLD 132 
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course covers gas tungsten arc welding on pipe. Topics include joint preparation and fit up with emphasis placed onsafety, GTAW welding technique, bead application, and joint geometry. Upon completion students should be able to perform GTAW welds to applicable codes on pipe with prescribed electrodes and filler material on various pipe positions.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WLD 261 - Certification Practices


    Class Hours 1
    Lab Hours 3
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 0
    Credit Hours 2
    Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: WLD 115 , WLD 121 , and WLD 131 
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    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.

    College Transfer: N/A

Work Based Learning

  
  • WBL 111 - Work Based Learning I


    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 10
    Credit Hours 1
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • WBL 121 - Work Based Learning II


    Class Hours 0
    Lab Hours 0
    Clinical Hours 0
    Work Experience 10
    Credit Hours 1
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Minimum State Corequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

    College Transfer: N/A

Simulation & Game Development

  
  • SGD 111 - Introduction to SGD


    CIS Course ID: S21240
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 3
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    This course provides students with an introduction to simulation and game development. Topics include setting, storytelling, narrative, character design, interface design, game play, internal economy, core mechanics, game genres, AI, the psychology of game design and professionalism. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the major aspects of simulation and game design and development.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SGD 112 - SGD Design


    CIS Course ID: S21241
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 3
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Corequisites: None

    This course introduces the fundamentals of simulation and game design. Topics include industry standards and design elements for simulation and games. Upon completion, students should be able to design simple simulations and/or games.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SGD 113 - SGD Programming


    CIS Course ID: S21242
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 3
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    This course introduces the fundamentals of programming languages and tools employed in simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on programming concepts used to create simulations and games. Upon completion, students should be able to program simple games and/or simulations.

    College Transfer: N/A
  
  • SGD 116 - Graphic Design Tools


    CIS Course ID: S22247
    Class Hours 2
    Lab Hours 2
    Credit Hours 3
    Minimum State Prerequisites: None
    Local Prerequisites: None
    This course introduces students to computer-based graphic design tools and their use within the context of simulation and game design. Topics include texture creation, map creation, and introduction to advanced level graphic design techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to competently use and explain industry-standard graphic design software.

    College Transfer: N/A
 

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