2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook

Apr 19, 2024

2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Culinary
	CUL 110 - Sanitation & Safety 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 basic principles of sanitation and safety relative to the hospitality industry. Topics include personal hygiene, sanitation and safety regulations, use and care of equipment, the principles of food-borne illness, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the content necessary for successful completion of a nationally recognized food/safety/sanitation exam. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 110A - Sanitation & Safety Lab Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 2 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 1 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take CUL 110 This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in the basic principles of sanitation and safety. Emphasis is placed on personal hygiene, sanitation and safety regulations, use and care of equipment, the principles of food-borne illness, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of sanitation and safety procedures in the hospitality industry. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 112 - Nutrition for Foodservice Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None This course covers the principles of nutrition and its relationship to the foodservice industry. Topics include personal nutrition fundamentals, weight management, exercise, nutritional adaptation/analysis of recipes/menus, healthy cooking techniques and marketing nutrition in a foodservice operation. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic nutritional concepts to food preparation and selection. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 112A - Nutrition for Fdsv Lab Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 1 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take CUL 112 This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in the principles of nutrition and its relationship to the foodservice industry. Emphasis is placed on personal nutrition fundamentals, weight management/exercise, nutritional adaptation/analysis of recipes/menus, healthy cooking techniques and marketing nutrition in a foodservice operation. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic nutritional concepts to food preparation and selection. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 120 - Purchasing 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 covers purchasing for foodservice operations. Emphasis is placed on yield tests, procurement, negotiating, inventory control, product specification, purchasing ethics, vendor relationships, food product specifications and software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to apply effective purchasing techniques based on the end-use of the product. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 135 - Food & Beverage Service 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 is designed to cover the practical skills and knowledge necessary for effective food and beverage service in a variety of settings. Topics include greeting/service of guests, dining room set-up, profitability, menu sales and merchandising, service styles and reservations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in human relations and the skills required in the service of foods and beverages. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 135A - Food & Beverage Service Lab Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 2 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 1 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take CUL 135 This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in effective food and beverage service. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences including greeting/service of guests, dining room set-up, profitability, menu sales and merchandising, service styles and reservations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of human relations and the skills required in the service of foods and beverages. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 140 - Culinary Skills I Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 6 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 5 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take CUL 110 Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques in basic cookery, and moist, dry and combination heat. Emphasis is placed on recipe conversion, measurements, terminology, classical knife cuts, safe food/equipment handling, flavorings/seasonings, stocks/sauces/soups, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to exhibit the basic cooking skills used in the foodservice industry. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 160 - Baking I Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 4 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take CUL 110 Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers basic ingredients, techniques, weights and measures, baking terminology and formula calculations. Topics include yeast/chemically leavened products, laminated doughs, pastry dough batter, pies/tarts, meringue, custard, cakes and cookies, icings, glazes and basic sauces. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper scaling and measurement techniques, and prepare and evaluate a variety of bakery products. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 170 - Garde Manger I Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 4 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take CUL 110 Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces basic cold food preparation techniques and pantry production. Topics include salads, sandwiches, appetizers, dressings, basic garnishes, cheeses, cold sauces, and related food items. Upon completion, students should be able to present a cold food display and exhibit an understanding of the cold kitchen and its related terminology. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 230 - Global Cuisines Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 8 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 5 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: CUL 110 and CUL 140 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides practical experience in the planning, preparation, and presentation of representative foods from a variety of world cuisines. Emphasis is placed on indigenous ingredients and customs, nutritional concerns, and cooking techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to research and execute a variety of international and domestic menus. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 240 - Advanced Culinary Skills CIS Course ID: S24960 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 8 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 5 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take one set: Set 1: CUL 110 and CUL 140 Set 2: CUL 140 , CUL 142, and CUL 170 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to further students’ knowledge of the fundamental concepts, skills, and techniques involved in basic cookery. Emphasis is placed on meat identification/fabrication, butchery and cooking techniques/methods; appropriate vegetable/starch accompaniments; compound sauces; plate presentation; breakfast cookery; and quantity food preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, execute, and successfully serve entrees with complementary side items. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 250 - Classical Cuisine Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 8 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 5 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: CUL 110 , CUL 140 , and CUL 240 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to reinforce the classical culinary kitchen. Topics include the working Grand Brigade of the kitchen, signature dishes and classical banquets. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in food preparation in a classical/upscale restaurant or banquet setting. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 260 - Baking II CIS Course ID: S22857 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 4 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take CUL 110 and CUL 160 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to further students’ knowledge in ingredients, weights and measures, baking terminology and formula calculation. Topics include classical desserts, frozen desserts, cake and torte production, decorating and icings/glazes, dessert plating and presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate pastry preparation, plating, and dessert buffet production skills. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 273 - Career Development Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 0 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 introduces students to career planning/management practices that serve as a foundation for success in the hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on self assessment, goal/career pathway development and employment strategies such as résumé preparation, interviewing techniques, and developing/utilizing the portfolio as a credential. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a career path leading to an effective job search. College Transfer: N/A
	CUL 283 - Farm-to-Table Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 6 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 5 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take CUL 110 and CUL 140 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces students to the cooperation between sustainable farmers and food service operations. Emphasis is placed on environmental relationships, including how food are grown, processed and distributed, as well as related implications on quality and sustainability. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental stewardship and its impact on cuisine. College Transfer: N/A
Cyber Crime Technology
	CCT 110 - Intro to Cyber Crime CIS Course ID: S11628 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces and explains the various types of offenses that qualify as cyber crime activity. Emphasis is placed on identifying cyber crime activity and the response to these problems from both the private and public domains. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately describe and define cyber crime activities and select an appropriate response to deal with the problem. College Transfer: N/A
Developmental and Supplemental Mathematics
	MAT 003 - Transition Math CIS Course ID: S25126 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 6 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content in specific math areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in mathematics. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level math courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. College Transfer: N/A
	MAT 010 - Math Measurement & Literacy Support CIS Course ID: S25128 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 2 Credit Hours 1 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: MAT 110 This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content specific to Math Measurement & Literacy. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in mathematics. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in Math Measurement & Literacy by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. College Transfer: N/A
	MAT 043 - Quantitative Literacy Support CIS Course ID: S25136 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: MAT 143 This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content specific to Quantitative Literacy. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in mathematics. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in Quantitative Literacy by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. College Transfer: N/A
	MAT 052 - Statistical Methods I Support CIS Course ID: S25135 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: MAT 152 This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content specific to Statistical Methods I. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in mathematics. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in Statistical Methods I by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. College Transfer: N/A
	MAT 071 - Precalculus Algebra Support CIS Course ID: S25141 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 4 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: MAT 171 This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content specific to Precalculus Algebra. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in mathematics. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in Precalculus Algebra by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. *Please note: This MAT-071 course is not equivalent or related to the original MAT 071(Fast Track Introductory Algebra), which was archived in Summer 2013. College Transfer:* N/A
Developmental and Supplemental English
	ENG 002 - Transition English CIS Course ID: S25125 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 6 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational English content in specific areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in college-level English. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level English courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. College Transfer: N/A
	ENG 011 - Writing and Inquiry Support CIS Course ID: S25127 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: ENG 111 This course is designed to support students in the development of skills necessary for success in ENG 111 by complementing, supporting, and reinforcing ENG 111 Student Learning Outcomes. Emphasis is placed on developing a growth mindset, expanding skills for use in active reading and writing processes, recognizing organizational relationships within texts from a variety of genres and formats, and employing appropriate technology when reading and composing texts. Upon completion, students should be able to apply active reading strategies to college-level texts and produce unified, well-developed writing using standard written English. College Transfer: N/A
Drafting
	DFT 119 - Basic CAD Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 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 computer-aided drafting software for specific technologies to non-drafting majors. Emphasis is placed on understanding the software command structure and drafting standards for specific technical fields. Upon completion, students should be able to create and plot basic drawings. College Transfer: N/A
Economics
	ECO 151 - Survey of Economics 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 110 , or ENG 111 Local Corequisites: None This course for those who have not received credit for ECO 251 or ECO 252 , introduces basic concepts of micro- and macroeconomics. Topics include supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, prices and wages, money, interest rates, banking system, unemployment, inflation, taxes, government spending, and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to explain alternative solutions for economic problems faced by private and government sectors. 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.
	ECO 251 - Prin of Microeconomics 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: Take Two Groups: Group 1: (Take All: DMA-010, DMA-020, DMA-030, DMA-040, DMA-050), or (Take One: MAT 003 , MAT 143 , MAT 152 , MAT 171 ) Group 2: Take One: DRE-097, ENG 002 , ENG 110 , ENG 111 Local Corequisites: None This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industry in the market economy. Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market structures, factor markets, income distribution, market failure, and government intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer and business alternatives in order to efficiently achieve economic objectives. 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.
	ECO 252 - Prin of Macroeconomics 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: Take Two Groups: Group 1: (Take All: DMA-010, DMA-020, DMA-030, DMA-040, DMA-050), or (Take One: MAT 003 , MAT 143 , MAT 152 , MAT 171 ) Group 2: Take One: DRE-097, ENG 002 , ENG 110 , ENG 111 Local Corequisites: None This course introduces economic analysis of aggregate employment, income, and prices. Topics include major schools of economic thought; aggregate supply and demand; economic measures, fluctuations, and growth; money and banking; stabilization techniques; and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate national economic components, conditions, and alternatives for achieving socioeconomic goals. 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.
Education
	Early Childhood - Elective Credit Hours 2 or 3 The Early Childhood Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	EDU 119 - Intro to Early Child Education CIS Course ID: S24238 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 0 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 foundations of early childhood education, the diverse educational settings for young children, professionalism and planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences for each child. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning standards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon completion, students should be able to design a career/professional development plan, appropriate environments, schedules, and activity plans. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 131 - Child, Family, and Community CIS Course ID: S25339 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children birth through adolescence, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child. College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
	EDU 144 - Child Development I CIS Course ID: S25341 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
	EDU 145 - Child Development II CIS Course ID: S25342 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
	EDU 146 - Child Guidance CIS Course ID: S25343 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate developmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/supportive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assessments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate direct/indirect strategies to encourage social skills, self-regulation, emotional expression and positive behaviors while recognizing the relationship between children’s social, emotional and cognitive development. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 151 - Creative Activities CIS Course ID: S25344 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces developmentally supportive creative learning environments with attention to divergent thinking, creative problem-solving, evidence-based teaching practices, and open-ended learning materials while applying NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Emphasis is placed on observation of process driven learning experiences in art, music, creative movement, dance, and dramatics for every young child age birth through eight, integrated through all domains and academic content. Upon completion, students should be able to examine, create, and adapt developmentally creative learning materials, experiences, and environments for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 153 - Health, Safety and Nutrition CIS Course ID: S25348 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of every child. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, health benefits of active play, recognition and reporting of abuse/neglect, and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply knowledge of NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development for health, safety, nutritional needs and safe learning environments. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 158 - Healthy Lifestyles-Youth CIS Course ID: S25352 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the topics of health, safety, nutrition, physical activities and environments for the school-age child/youth that promote development, fitness and healthy lifestyles. Topics include the use of physical and nutritional/cooking activities (indoor/outdoor, teacher-directed/youth-directed) appropriate for youth developing typically/atypically; safe/healthy menu planning; safe/healthy environmental design, assessment and supervision. Upon completion, students should be able to plan/facilitate safe/healthy physical and nutritional/cooking activities, discuss safety policies/regulations and identify health/safety/nutritional needs of youth. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 187 - Teaching and Learning for All* CIS Course ID: S25592 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 3 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None This course introduces students to knowledge, concepts, and best practices needed to provide developmentally appropriate, effective, inclusive, and culturally responsive educational experiences in the classroom. Topics include growth and development, learning theory, student motivation, teaching diverse learners, classroom management, inclusive environments, student-centered practices, instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, observation/assessment techniques, educational planning, reflective practice, collaboration, cultural competence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, roles, and responsibilities of an effective educator as defined by state and national professional teaching standards. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 216 - Foundations of Education CIS Course ID: S25368 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the examination of the American educational systems and the teaching profession. Topics include the historical and philosophical influences on education, various perspectives on educational issues, and experiences in birth through grade 12 classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to reflect on classroom observations, analyze the different educational approaches, including classical/traditional and progressive, and have knowledge of the various roles of educational systems at the federal, state and local level. College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
	EDU 221 - Children with Exceptionalities CIS Course ID: S25370 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: EDU 144 and EDU 145 Set 2: PSY-244 and PSY-245 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers atypical patterns of child development, inclusive/diverse settings, evidenced-based educational/family plans, differentiated instruction, adaptive materials, and assistive technology. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics of exceptionalities and delays, early intervention/special education, transitions, observation, developmental screening, formative assessment of children, and collaborating with families and community partners. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize diverse abilities, describe the referral process, identify community resources, explain the importance of collaboration with families/professionals, and develop appropriate strategies/adaptations to support children in all environments with best practices as defined by laws, policies and the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
	EDU 234 - Infants, Toddlers, and Twos CIS Course ID: S25373 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: EDU 119 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers the development of high-quality, individualized, responsive/engaging relationships and experiences for infants, toddlers, and twos. Emphasis is placed on typical and atypical child development, working with diverse families to provide positive, supportive, and engaging early learning activities and interactions through field experiences and the application of the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate responsive curriculum planning, respectful relationships and exposure to a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences/materials that support a foundation for healthy development and growth of culturally, linguistically and ability diverse children birth to 36 months. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 235 - School-Age Develop & Programs CIS Course ID: S25375 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course includes developmentally appropriate practices in group settings for school-age children. Emphasis is placed on principles of development, environmental planning, and positive guidance techniques and program development. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss developmental principles for culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse children ages five to twelve and plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs and activities. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 250 - Teacher Licensure Preparation CIS Course ID: S25134 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG 111 and MAT 143 Set 2: ENG 111 and MAT 152 Set 3: ENG 111 and MAT 171 Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides information and strategies necessary for transfer to a teacher licensure program at a senior institution. Topics include entry level teacher licensure exam preparation, performance based assessment systems, requirements for entry into teacher education programs, the process to become a licensed teacher in North Carolina, and professionalism including expectations within the field of education. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize educational terminology and demonstrate knowledge of teacher licensure processes including exam preparation, technology based portfolio assessment, and secondary admissions processes to the school of education at a senior institution. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 261 - Early Childhood Admin I CIS Course ID: S25391 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: Take: EDU 119 Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and supporting child care administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program policies and procedures. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 262 - Early Childhood Admin II CIS Course ID: S25392 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: EDU 119 and EDU 261 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood programs, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 263 - School-Age Program Admin CIS Course ID: S25393 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 0 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the methods and procedures for development and administration of school-age programs in the public or proprietary setting. Emphasis is placed on the construction and organization of the physical environment. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, develop and administer a quality school-age program. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 271 - Educational Technology CIS Course ID: S25394 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: Take: CIS 110 Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the ethical use of technology to enhance teaching and learning in all educational settings. Emphasis is placed on technology concepts, ethical issues, digital citizenship, instructional strategies, assistive technology, and the use of technology for professional development and communication. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss technology concepts, ethically use a variety of technology resources, demonstrate appropriate technology skills in educational environments, and identify assistive technology. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 279 - Literacy Develop and Instruct CIS Course ID: S25593 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 3 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None This course is designed to provide students with concepts and skills of literacy development, instructional methods/materials and assessment techniques needed to provide scientifically-based, systematic reading and writing instruction into educational practice. Topics include literacy concepts, reading and writing development, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally-responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, lesson planning, formative/summative assessment, recognizing reading difficulties, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, classroom implementation, and reflective practice. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, implement, assess, evaluate, and demonstrate developmentally appropriate literacy instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study and other state and national standards. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 280 - Language/Literacy Experiences CIS Course ID: S25396 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing language and literacy experiences that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Topics include developmental sequences for children’s emergent receptive and expressive language, print concepts, appropriate observations/assessments, literacy enriched environments, quality selection of diverse literature, interactive media, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate language and literacy experiences for children who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse. College Transfer: N/A
	EDU 284 - Early Child Capstone Prac CIS Course ID: S25400 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 9 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: EDU 119 , EDU 144 , EDU 145 , EDU 146 and EDU 151 Set 2: EDU 119 , PSY-244, PSY-245, EDU 146 , and EDU 151 Set 3: EDU 119 , PSY-245, EDU 144 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151 Set 4: EDU 119 , PSY-244, EDU 145 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to allow students to demonstrate acquired skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/engaging families; and modeling reflective and professional practices based on national and state guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development to demonstrate developmentally appropriate plans/assessments, appropriate guidance techniques and ethical/professional behaviors, including the use of appropriate technology, as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty assessments. College Transfer: N/A
Elective
	Additional General Education - Elective Credit Hours 3 or 4 The Additional General Education Elective choices can be found in General Education Elective section of Additional Curriculum Notes.
	General Education - Elective Credit Hours 3-4 The General Education Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	History > - Elective Credit Hours 3 The History Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	Hum/Fine Arts/ Communication - Elective Credit Hours 3 The Hum/Fine Arts/Communications Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	Humanities/ Fine Arts - Elective Credit Hours 3 The Humanities/Fine Arts Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	Literature > - Elective Credit Hours 3 The Literature Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	Math > - Elective Credit Hours 3 or 4 The Math Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	Natural Science - Elective Credit Hours 4 The Natural Sciences Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	Social/ Behavioral Science - Elective Credit Hours 3 Social/Behavioral Science Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes.
	Socl/Beh Sciences - Economics - Elective Credit Hours 3 The Soc/Beh Sciences - Economics - Elective choices can be found in Additional Curriculum Notes
Electrical
	ELC 112 - DC/AC Electricity Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 6 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 fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, troubleshoot, and repair DC/AC circuits. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 113 - Residential Wiring 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 care/usage of tools and materials used in electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical blueprint reading; planning, layout; and installation of electrical distribution equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors; branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and electrical distribution equipment associated with basic electrical installations. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 114 - Commercial Wiring 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: ELC 113 Local Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with electrical installations. Topics include the NEC; safety; electrical blueprints; planning, layout, and installation of equipment and conduits; and wiring devices such as panels and overcurrent devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install equipment and conduit associated with electrical installations. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 117 - Motors and Controls 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: Take: ELC 112 Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 118 - National Electrical Code Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 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 covers the use of the current National Electrical Code. Topics include the NEC history, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, materials, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use the NEC. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 125 - Diagrams and Schematics CIS Course ID: S10647 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None This course covers the interpretation of electrical diagrams, schematics, and drawings common to electrical applications. Emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and schematics. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 128 - Intro to Programmable Logic Controllers Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 3 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 programmable logic controller (PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies, surge protection, selection/installation of controllers, and interfacing of controllers with equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to install PLCs and create simple programs. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 213 - Instrumentation CIS Course ID: S21598 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 2 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None This course covers the fundamentals of instrumentation used in industry. Emphasis is placed on electric, electronic, and other instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to install, maintain, and calibrate instrumentation. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 220 - Photovoltaic Sys Tech Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: Take: ELN 229 Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts, tools, techniques, and materials needed to understand systems that convert solar energy into electricity with photovoltaic (pv) technologies. Topics include site analysis for system integration, building codes, and advances in photovoltaic technology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of photovoltaic technology and current applications. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 228 - Programmable Logic Controllers Applications Project 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: Take: ELC 128 Local Corequisites: None This course covers programming and applications of programmable logic controllers. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques, networking, specialty I/O modules, and system troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to specify, implement, and maintain complex PLC controlled systems. College Transfer: N/A
	ELC 229 - Applications Project 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: Take All: ELN 229 , ELN 232 , ELC 228 and ELC 117 Local Corequisites: None This course provides an individual and/or integrated team approach to a practical project as approved by the instructor. Topics include project selection and planning, implementation and testing, and a final presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and implement an applications-oriented project. College Transfer: N/A
Electronics
	ELN 133 - Digital Electronics 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: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers combinational and sequential logic circuits. Topics include number systems, Boolean algebra, logic families, MSI and LSI circuits, AD/DA conversion, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot digital circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment. College Transfer: N/A
	ELN 229 - Industrial Electronics 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: ELC 112 , ELC-131 or ELC-140 Local Corequisites: None This course covers semiconductor devices used in industrial applications. Topics include the basic theory, application, and operating characteristics of semiconductor devices. Upon completion, students should be able to install and/or troubleshoot these devices for proper operation in an industrial electronic circuit. College Transfer: N/A
	ELN 231 - Industrial Controls Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: ELN 229 Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts of control of rotating machinery and associated peripheral devices. Topics include rotating machine theory, ladder logic, electromechanical and solid state relays, motor controls, pilot devices, three-phase power systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret schematics and demonstrate an understanding of electromechanical and electronic control of rotating machinery. College Transfer: N/A
	ELN 232 - Intro to Microprocessors 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: ELN 133 Local Corequisites: None This course introduces microprocessor architecture and microcomputer systems including memory and input/output interfacing. Topics include low-level language programming, bus architecture, I/O systems, memory systems, interrupts, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot fundamental microprocessor circuits and programs using appropriate techniques and test equipment. College Transfer: N/A
	ELN 275 - Troubleshooting 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: Take: ELN 229 Local Corequisites: None This course covers techniques of analyzing and repairing failures in electronic equipment. Topics include safety, signal tracing, use of service manuals, and specific troubleshooting methods for analog, digital, and other electronics-based circuits and systems. Upon completion, students should be able to logically diagnose and isolate faults and perform necessary repairs to meet manufacturers’ specifications. College Transfer: N/A
Emergency Medical Science
	EMS 110 - EMT CIS Course ID: S25182 Class Hours 6 Lab Hours 6 Clinical Hours 3 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 9 Minimum State Prerequisites: None Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces basic emergency medical care. Topics include preparatory, airway, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma, infants and children, and operations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve North Carolina State or National Registry EMT certification. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 120 - Advanced EMT CIS Course ID: S25183 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 6 Clinical Hours 0 Credit Hours 6 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take EMS-110 Minimum State Corequisites: Take EMS-121 Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide the essential information on pre-hospital management techniques appropriate to the level of the Advanced EMT. Topics must meet current credentialing and/or regulatory guidelines for the Advanced EMT as outlined by the NC Office of EMS. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency at the Advanced EMT level. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 121 - AEMT Clinical Practicum CIS Course ID: S25184 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take EMS-110 Minimum State Corequisites: Take EMS-120 Local Prerequisites: NONE Local Corequisites: NONE This course provides the hospital and field internship/clinical experiences required in preparation for the Advanced EMT certification. Emphasis is placed on performing patient assessments, treatments, and interactions appropriate at the Advanced EMT level of care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency at the Advanced EMT skill level. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 122 - EMS Clinical Practicum I CIS Course ID: S25185 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 3 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 1 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take EMS 110 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides the introductory hospital clinical experience for the paramedic student. Emphasis is placed on mastering fundamental paramedic skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence with fundamental paramedic level skills. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 130 - Pharmacology CIS Course ID: S25187 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take EMS 110 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental principles of pharmacology and medication administration and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include medical terminology, pharmacological concepts, weights, measures, drug calculations, vascular access for fluids and medication administration and legislation. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately calculate drug dosages, properly administer medications, and demonstrate general knowledge of pharmacology. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 131 - Advanced Airway Management CIS Course ID: S25188 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take EMS 110 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide advanced airway management techniques and is required for paramedic certification. Topics must meet current guidelines for advanced airway management in the pre-hospital setting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly utilize all airway adjuncts and pharmacology associated with airway control and maintenance. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 160 - Cardiology I CIS Course ID: S25189 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take EMS 110 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, electrophysiology, and rhythm interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret rhythms. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 220 - Cardiology II CIS Course ID: S25190 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: EMS 122 , EMS 130 , and EMS 160 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment of cardiac emergencies, cardiac pharmacology, and patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to manage the cardiac patient. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 221 - EMS Clinical Practicum II CIS Course ID: S25191 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 6 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take One: EMS 122 or EMS 130 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on increasing the proficiency of students’ skills and abilities in patient assessments and the delivery of care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 231 - EMS Clinical Pract III CIS Course ID: S25192 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 9 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take: EMS 221 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the students’ skills and abilities in providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 235 - EMS Management 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: Program Director Approval for the EMS Bridge [A45430BR] Local Corequisites: None This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service system. Topics include structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship, finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal issues, and other topics relevant to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of managing emergency medical service delivery systems. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 240 - Patients W/ Special Challenges Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 2 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: EMS 122 and EMS 130 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course includes concepts of crisis intervention and techniques of interacting with patients with special challenges and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate intervention and interaction for neglected, abused, terminally ill, chronically ill, technology assisted, bariatric, physically challenged, mentally challenged, or assaulted patients as well as behavioral emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage the care of patients with special challenges. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 241 - EMS Clinical Practicum IV CIS Course ID: S25193 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 12 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take: EMS 231 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on mastering the skills/competencies required of the paramedic providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to provide advanced-level patient care as an entry-level paramedic. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 250 - Medical Emergencies Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: EMS 122 and EMS 130 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate interventions/treatments for disorders/diseases/injuries affecting the following systems: respiratory, neurological, abdominal/gastrointestinal, endocrine, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and immunological as well as toxicology, infectious diseases and diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, assess and manage the care of frequently encountered medical conditions based upon initial patient assessment. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 260 - Advanced Trauma Emergencies CIS Course ID: S23922 Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take EMS 122 and EMS 130 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course provides in-depth study of trauma including pharmacological interventions for conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include an overview of thoracic, abdominal, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurological, and multi-system trauma, soft tissue trauma of the head, neck, and face as well as environmental emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage trauma situations based upon patient assessment and should adhere to standards of care. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 270 - Life Span Emergencies CIS Course ID: S25194 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 4 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: EMS 122 and EMS 130 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers medical/ethical/legal issues and the spectrum of age-specific emergencies from conception through death required for paramedic certification. Topics include gynecological, obstetrical, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric emergencies and pharmacological therapeutics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and treat age-specific emergencies. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 280 - EMS Bridging Course CIS Course ID: S25195 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: Program Director Approval for the EMS Bridge [A45430BR] Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide currently credentialed state or national Paramedic students with the most current education trends in Paramedic Practice. Emphasis is placed on transitions in healthcare. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate emerging trends in pre-hospital care. College Transfer: N/A
	EMS 285 - EMS Capstone Class Hours 1 Lab Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 2 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take All: EMS 220 , EMS 250 , and EMS 260 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate problem-solving skills as a team leader in simulated patient scenarios and is required for paramedic certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, integration of didactic and psycho-motor skills, and effective performance in simulated emergency simulations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and appropriately respond to a variety of EMS-related events. College Transfer: N/A
English
	ENG 110 - Freshman Composition CIS Course ID: S25442 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take: DRE-097, or ENG 002 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop informative and business writing skills. Emphasis is placed on logical organization of writing, including effective introductions and conclusions, precise use of grammar, and appropriate selection and use of sources. Upon completion, students should be able to produce clear, concise, well-organized short papers. College Transfer: N/A
	ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry CIS Course ID: S25433 Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take DRE-097 or ENG 002 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: ENG 011 This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
	ENG 112 - Writing/Research in the Disciplines Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take ENG 111 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines. College Transfer: This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
	ENG 115 - Oral Communication 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 basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. College Transfer: N/A
	ENG 231 - American Literature I Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take One: ENG 112 , ENG-113, or ENG-114 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers selected works in American literature from its beginnings to 1865. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. 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. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
	ENG 232 - American Literature II Class Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0 Work Experience 0 Credit Hours 3 Minimum State Prerequisites: Take One: ENG 112 , ENG-113, or ENG-114 Minimum State Corequisites: None Local Prerequisites: None Local Corequisites: None This course covers selected works in American literature from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. 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. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.

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CUL 110 - Sanitation & Safety

CUL 110A - Sanitation & Safety Lab

CUL 112 - Nutrition for Foodservice

CUL 112A - Nutrition for Fdsv Lab

CUL 120 - Purchasing

CUL 135 - Food & Beverage Service

CUL 135A - Food & Beverage Service Lab

CUL 140 - Culinary Skills I

CUL 160 - Baking I

CUL 170 - Garde Manger I

CUL 230 - Global Cuisines

CUL 240 - Advanced Culinary Skills

CUL 250 - Classical Cuisine

CUL 260 - Baking II

CUL 273 - Career Development

CUL 283 - Farm-to-Table

CCT 110 - Intro to Cyber Crime

MAT 003 - Transition Math

MAT 010 - Math Measurement & Literacy Support

MAT 043 - Quantitative Literacy Support

MAT 052 - Statistical Methods I Support

MAT 071 - Precalculus Algebra Support

ENG 002 - Transition English

ENG 011 - Writing and Inquiry Support

DFT 119 - Basic CAD

ECO 151 - Survey of Economics

ECO 251 - Prin of Microeconomics

ECO 252 - Prin of Macroeconomics

Early Childhood - Elective

EDU 119 - Intro to Early Child Education

EDU 131 - Child, Family, and Community

EDU 144 - Child Development I

EDU 145 - Child Development II

EDU 146 - Child Guidance

EDU 151 - Creative Activities

EDU 153 - Health, Safety and Nutrition

EDU 158 - Healthy Lifestyles-Youth

EDU 187 - Teaching and Learning for All*

EDU 216 - Foundations of Education

EDU 221 - Children with Exceptionalities

EDU 234 - Infants, Toddlers, and Twos

EDU 235 - School-Age Develop & Programs

EDU 250 - Teacher Licensure Preparation

EDU 261 - Early Childhood Admin I

EDU 262 - Early Childhood Admin II

EDU 263 - School-Age Program Admin

EDU 271 - Educational Technology

EDU 279 - Literacy Develop and Instruct

EDU 280 - Language/Literacy Experiences

EDU 284 - Early Child Capstone Prac

Additional General Education - Elective

General Education - Elective

History > - Elective

Hum/Fine Arts/ Communication - Elective

Humanities/ Fine Arts - Elective

Literature > - Elective

Math > - Elective

Natural Science - Elective

Social/ Behavioral Science - Elective

Socl/Beh Sciences - Economics - Elective

ELC 112 - DC/AC Electricity

ELC 113 - Residential Wiring

ELC 114 - Commercial Wiring

ELC 117 - Motors and Controls

ELC 118 - National Electrical Code

ELC 125 - Diagrams and Schematics

ELC 128 - Intro to Programmable Logic Controllers

ELC 213 - Instrumentation

ELC 220 - Photovoltaic Sys Tech

ELC 228 - Programmable Logic Controllers Applications Project

ELC 229 - Applications Project

ELN 133 - Digital Electronics

ELN 229 - Industrial Electronics

ELN 231 - Industrial Controls

ELN 232 - Intro to Microprocessors

ELN 275 - Troubleshooting

EMS 110 - EMT

EMS 120 - Advanced EMT

EMS 121 - AEMT Clinical Practicum