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2009-2010 CATALOG [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses Offered

 

 A grade of “C” or better is required in all prerequisite courses and in all courses specified by course numbers in the summary of required hours.

Note:  Any program directed or technical electives, all Allied Health programs, Associate of Science in Teaching (AST), and Technical Certificates requires “C” or better in all course work.
 

Hazardous Materials
  

  • HZ 200 - Hazardous Materials Technician Certification

    (2)
    Critical competencies required by hazardous materials, environmental and safety technicians; 4 certificates of training upon completion: OSHA 8-hour annual update training for hazardous waste operations and emergency response; basic first aid and CPR; Department of Transportation hazardous materials employee general awareness and safety training certification; OSHA confined space operations certification; repeatable for credit and certification; Satisfactory/No Credit grading; class 1 hour, lab 2 hours.Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent[on demand]Course Tags:


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Health Information Management
  

  • HE 103 - Medical Terminology

    (3)
    Prefixes, suffixes, root words, combining forms, Latin and Greek forms, spelling, and pronunciation; focus on building working medical vocabulary based on all body systems; commonly used terms related to body disorders, medical and surgical procedures, abbreviations, charting symbols, and diagnostic terms; class 3 hours.[E]Course Tags:


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  • HE 115 - Health Information Management Foundations

    (4)
    This course introduces the healthcare environment, healthcare settings, medical staff organization, records management and the role of health information management (HIM) in healthcare. Topics include the history of HIM, organization of various healthcare facilities; the impact managed care has had on healthcare providers, healthcare record format, deficiency analysis, records control, storage, document imaging, forms management and numbering, filing and indexing systems. Emphasis is placed on the ethical conduct of the HIM professionals, understanding the patient record, and using electronic charting software to create electronic health records; class 3 hour, lab 3 hours.Prereq(s): Acceptance into HIM Program or instructor’s consent[F]Course Tags:


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  • HE 118 - Pharmacology

    (3)
    Principles and classifications of commonly used drugs by body system. Drug actions, sources, administration, indications, adverse reactions; forms and reference material.Prereq(s): Acceptance into HIM Program or instructor’s consent[F]Course Tags:


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  • HE 127 - Medicolegal, Ethical and Professional Concepts

    (3)
    This course explores the professional standards of conduct, privacy and confidentiality of patient information; in depth review of HIPAA with a focus on the legislative process and the court system. Release of information, informed consent, patient rights, risk and ergonomic management, job procurement, and record retention.Prereq(s): HE 115 or instructor’s consent[S]Course Tags:


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  • HE 211 - Pathophysiology

    (4)
    A comprehensive study of disease and disease processes. A focus on causes, symptoms and treatments.Prereq(s): BIOL 2020, HE 103, 115, 118, or instructor’s consent[F]Course Tags:


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  • HE 225 - Health Data Content and the Computer Based Record

    (3)
    This course emphasizes JCAHO, NCQA, Medicare, and state licensure requirements including medical staff credentialing; the course stresses documentation issues. Data sets utilized to measure healthcare such as UHDDS, UACDS, MDS, HEDIS, and NPDB are covered. Cancer and Trauma registries, primary versus secondary records, data dictionaries, forms design, and screen design are reviewed. The CPR (computer-based patient record) is introduced; class 3 hours.Prereq(s): HE-115 or instructor’s consent[S]Course Tags:


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  • HE 226 - Health Information Management Clinical Practice I

    (3)
    Supervised learning is experienced in the basic functions of an HIM (health information management) department in hospitals accredited by the JCAHO and in select non-hospital settings. Emphasis is placed on student learning of HIM procedures, computer applications including registration and master patient index, data collection, analysis and presentation, data integrity and productivity assessment, protection of patient confidentiality, professional conduct, and ethical behavior.Prereq(s): HE-103, 115; or instructor’s consent[F]Course Tags:


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  • HE 244 - Health Statistics

    (2)
    Covers common health statistics; includes converting data into information.Prereq(s): CS-101, HE 115; or instructor’s consent[F]Course Tags:


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  • HE 245 - Clinical Coding and Classification I

    (4)
    Classification and coding systems for most health care settings; focus on accurate coding as major anti-fraud measure by substantiation of diagnoses and service through documentation and as a legitimate reimbursement optimizer.; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. ICD-9-CM conventions, quality control, principal diagnosis identification, coding reference, DRGs, severity, sequencing and methodology.Prereq(s): HE 115, BIOL 2010, 2020; or instructor’s consentCoreq(s): HE 211[F]Course Tags:


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  • HE 247 - Healthcare Quality, Utilization, and Risk Management

    (2)
    This course addresses the use and collection of aggregate data in the evaluation of healthcare services. The exploration of quality improvement, committee functions, critical pathways, risk management, utilization review, and peer review organizations. Admission and level of care criteria are emphasized along with risk management indicators and data quality; class 1 hour, lab 3 hours.Prereq(s): HE-225 or instructor’s consent[S]Course Tags:


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  • HE 248 - Reimbursement Methodologies

    (3)
    This course explores prospective payment systems, DRG assignments, groupers, APCs, RBRVS, PPS, capitalitation, third party payers, practice management including personnel issues, scheduling and referrals, billing and insurance, patient accounting overview, antifraud measures, chargemaster, EOBs, check and balance procedures, comprehensive claims tracking and reporting, financial statements, management reporting and managed care contracts; class 2 hours, lab 3 hours.Prereq(s): HE-225, 245 or instructor’s consent[S]Course Tags:


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  • HE 255 - Clinical Coding and Classification II

    (4)
    Classification and coding systems for most health care settings; focus on accurate coding as major anti-fraud measure by substantiation of diagnoses and service through documentation and as a legitimate reimbursement optimizer.; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. CPT-4 coding and documentation, relationship of coding to managed care, compliance, and chargemasters; APCs, groupers, encoders, and coding references. Although ICD-9-CM is utilized in case studies, emphasis is placed on accurate CPT-4 (including EandM and HCPCS) coding as an antifraud measure along with substantiation of services by documentation. The relationship of coding to managed care, compliance and chargemaster is explored. Thorough coding with documentation substantiation as a legitimate reimbursement optimizer is stressed.Prereq(s): HE-211, 245; or instructor’s consent[S]Course Tags:


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  • HE 256 - Health Information Management Clinical Practice II

    (3)
    Supervised learning is experienced in the basic functions of an HIM (health information management) department in hospitals accredited by the JCAHO and in select non-hospital settings. Emphasis is placed on student learning of HIM procedures, computer applications including registration and master patient index, data collection, analysis and presentation, data integrity and productivity assessment, protection of patient confidentiality, professional conduct, and ethical behavior.Prereq(s): HE 127, 226, 297; or instructor’s consentCoreq(s): HE 255[F]Course Tags:


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  • HE 297 - Organization and Supervision for Healthcare Professionals

    (2)
    Basic principles of management; the strategic management process; operational management on the microlevel, midlevel, and organization-wide level; space design and management; human resource management; and financial management, including business plans and budgets, healthcare accounting and finance, and capital expense and investment.Prereq(s): HE-115, 225; or instruc tor’s consent[F]Course Tags:


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Health Science
  

  • HS 111 - Introduction to Healthcare Professions

    (3)
    An orientation to the nursing and allied health professions. Topics include the health care system in the United States, health professions involving patient care, and health related professions. Special emphasis is given to the health care programs of study available at Chattanooga State and steps the potential student can take to prepare for program admission.[E]Course Tags:


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  • HS 123 - Introduction to Radiation Oncology

    (3)
    Overview of radiation therapy; medical terminology, ethics and the law, patient care, cancer management, radiation therapy rationale, usage, and physics, and basic machine usage.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[F]Course Tags:


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  • HS 172 - Anatomy and Imaging

    (2)
    In-depth study of transverse, longitudinal, sagittal and coronal cross sections of the total body; use of computerized tomography, magnetic resonance, ultrasonography and nuclear medicine images in the localization and follow-up of tumors after radiation treatment.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[F]Course Tags:


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  • HS 200 - Clinical Education Methodology

    (3)
    Aids instructors or future instructors in allied health and nursing programs to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for effective teaching, supervision, and evaluation of students in clinical settings; focus on presenting real-world experience by providing students the opportunity to design, develop, implement and evaluate instruments and strategies transferable to clinical settings.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HS 214 - Radiation Physics I

    (4)
    Basic classical and modern physics concepts needed for physics involved in radiation therapy; includes math concepts needed for physics principles.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding[F]Course Tags:


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  • HS 220 - Clinic I

    (8)
    Radiation therapy clinical methodology; develops skills and knowledge in radiation protection and quality assurance, simulation and treatment planning, treatment procedures using multiple megavoltage machines, and patient care and management; clinic hours: 520 in 220 and 230, 450 in 240.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[F]Course Tags:


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  • HS 223 - Radiation Oncology I

    (3)
    Concepts of disease, types of growths, causative factors and biologic behavior of neoplastic disease; intro to specific malignant disease entities by site of occurrence; disease processes, staging, and treatment planning philosophy; inter-relating of treatment planning with clinical radiation therapy.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[S]Course Tags:


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  • HS 224 - Radiation Physics II

    (4)
    Basic classical and modern physics concepts needed for physics involved in radiation therapy; includes math concepts needed for physics principles.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[S]Course Tags:


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  • HS 230 - Clinic II

    (4)
    Radiation therapy clinical methodology; develops skills and knowledge in radiation protection and quality assurance, simulation and treatment planning, treatment procedures using multiple megavoltage machines, and patient care and management; clinic hours: 520 in 220 and 230, 450 in 240.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[S]Course Tags:


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  • HS 233 - Radiation Oncology II

    (3)
    Concepts of disease, types of growths, causative factors and biologic behavior of neoplastic disease; intro to specific malignant disease entities by site of occurrence; disease processes, staging, and treatment planning philosophy; inter-relating of treatment planning with clinical radiation therapy.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[Su]Course Tags:


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  • HS 240 - Clinic III

    (6)
    Radiation therapy clinical methodology; develops skills and knowledge in radiation protection and quality assurance, simulation and treatment planning, treatment procedures using multiple megavoltage machines, and patient care and management; clinic hours: 520 in 220 and 230, 450 in 240.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[Su]Course Tags:


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  • HS 243 - Radiation Biology and Hyperthermia

    (3)
    Intro to medical aspects of radiobiology, including cellular, systemic, and total body responses; somatic and genetic effects of radiation; use of radiobiology in the clinical practice of Radiation Therapy; concept of hyperthermia.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisites[Su]Course Tags:


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  • HS 299 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    (1-3)
    Selected topics of interest in allied health; repeat able for credit on different topics.Prereq(s): A prerequisite to all HS courses numbered above 111 is admission into the Radiation Therapy Technology program in which the course is requiredPlease consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS or the specific program brochureAll HS courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all HS courses shown in the preceding term are HS prerequisitesInstructor’s consent[on demand]Course Tags:


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History
  

  • HIST 1010 - Western Civilization I

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of mankind that has influenced Western Civilization. To 1715.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 1020 - Western Civilization II

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of mankind that has influenced Western Civilization. From 1715.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 1110 - History of World Civilizations I

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of world civilizations. To 1500.[E]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 1120 - History of World Civilizations II

    (3)
    Survey of political, economic, social, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of world civilizations. From 1500.[E]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2010 - United States History I

    (3)
    Survey of United States history; focus on political, diplomatic, economic, social, cultural and intellectual phases of American life in its regional, national, and international aspects. Through 1865.[E]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2020 - United States History II

    (3)
    Survey of United States history; focus on political, diplomatic, economic, social, cultural and intellectual phases of American life in its regional, national, and international aspects. After 1865.[E]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2030 - Tennessee History

    (3)
    Survey of the state’s history from its beginnings to the present; consideration of its social development, population, economy, political life, and geography.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2040 - The Scopes Trial

    (3)
    Historical, scientific, theological, educational, and artistic ramifications of the Scopes Trial.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2050 - Appalachian History: From the 14th Century to the Present

    (3)
    Examines the theme of continuity and change in the Southern and Central Appalachian region from colonial times to present. States included in this study are western Virginia, eastern Kentucky, western North Carolina, eastern Tennessee, northern Georgia, northern Alabama, and southern West Virginia.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2130 - Afro-American History

    (3)
    Study of black people in America from their African origins to the present; highlights and unique nature of the Black Experience in America; the structure, problems, and potential of the Black Community; intro to thoughts and contributions of Black leaders.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2530 - The Holocaust and Jewish Civilization

    (3)
    Chronicles the origins, progression, and culmination of the Holocaust and grapples with questions and issues surrounding this human catastrophe; endeavors to understand the rich European Jewish heritage and civilization virtually destroyed and to analyze the continuing impact of modern racial nationalism in the world today.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HIST 2990 - Special Topics in History

    (1-3)
    Specific topics of traditional and current historical interest; includes relevant political and social developments and issues; repeatable for credit on different topics.[on demand]Course Tags:


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Homeland Security
  

  • HMSC 230 - Terrorism and the Law

    (3)
    This course is an in-depth analysis of federal and state law as they pertain to the study of terrorism. Topics include search and seizure issues, privacy laws, the Patriot Act, Constitutional issues with reference to terrorism investigation/prevention, and criminal procedure.[F]Course Tags:


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  • HMSC 240 - Terrorism Prevention

    (3)
    This course provides an overview of the various methods of monitoring for and detection of chemical, biological, and radiological hazards. Related topics include target identification, target protection techniques, and information assimilation and analysis.[F]Course Tags:


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Human Services
  

  • HR 101 - Introduction to the Field of Social Welfare

    (4)
    Intro and orientation to social welfare; focus on professional values/ethics and the diversity of groups served; historical development and present structure; minimum of 45 observation hours and supervised volunteer service in appropriate settings required.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • HR 125 - Community Social Services

    (3)
    Survey of community social services to consider as resources in making effective referrals for human services in the Chattanooga Metropolitan area.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HR 130 - Substance Abuse Theories

    (3)
    Social, political, physiological, and behavioral implications of alcohol/drug abuse; theories of drug-alcohol addiction stages, dynamics and nature of psychoactive substances, and theories/methods of substance abuse prevention; focus on family dynamic models, co-dependency, and disease concept.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • HR 135 - Special Topics in Human Services

    (1-3)
    Specific topics of interest in human services and social welfare; repeatable for credit on different topics.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HR 205 - Interviewing and Interpersonal Skills

    (4)
    Intro to social and psychological concepts and techniques of therapeutic communication, including individual and group process dynamics. Practice in interviewing skills, active listening, reflective techniques, and establishing therapeutic relationships in both individual and group settings through the use of humanistic psychology.Concurrent: HR 101.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • HR 210 - Methods of Human Service Practice

    (3)
    Multi-disciplinary approach to development of understanding of the roles, treatment modalities, and practice settings in which human services specialists may be involved.Prereq(s): HR-101[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • HR 219 - Family Systems

    (3)
    Examination of interpersonal interaction patterns in functional and dysfunctional families and their problems in contemporary American society; focus on examining emotional and physical abuse, drug addiction, alternative life styles, and changing sex roles.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • HR 220 - Human Services Practicum

    (6)
    Minimum of 200 hours supervised field instruction in social agencies dealing directly with human problems; student applies and demonstrates appropriate mastery of necessary knowledge/skills required for beginning practice; in-class activities include on-campus seminars.Prereq(s): HR-101Concurrent: HR 210.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • HR 235 - Methods of Substance Abuse Treatment

    (3)
    Theory and practice of alcohol and/or drug addiction treatment approaches; focus on understanding of wellness and the whole person, stages of recovery, discharge assessment, and community resources.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HR 240 - Group Dynamics

    (3)
    Intro to interpersonal concepts and problems of communication in interpersonal transactions; focus on understanding group processes, develop ing ability to facilitate communication between others in group settings and specific group process competencies.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HR 245 - Introduction to Counseling

    (3)
    Comparative analysis of major theoretical approaches to counseling and psychotherapy practice; psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive behavioral, gestalt, transactional analysis, rational-emotive therapy and systems theory.[F, S]Course Tags:


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Humanities
  

  • HUM 1010 - Introduction to the Humanities I

    (3)
    Historical approach to pivotal ideas, systems of thought, and creations of the Western world (e.g., music, drama, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature) as reflections of the culture that produced them. From antiquity to 1600 A.D.[E]Note(s): Course Tags:


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  • HUM 1020 - Introduction to the Humanities II

    (3)
    Historical approach to pivotal ideas, systems of thought, and creations of the Western world (e.g., music, drama, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature) as reflections of the culture that produced them. From 1600 to present.[F, S]Note(s): Course Tags:


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  • HUM 1040 - The Human Experience through Song

    (3)
    Study of culture and the human experience through analysis of song lyrics; emphasis on messages in American lyrics including blues, country, folk, pop, rap, reggae, rock and spirituals.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HUM 1230 - Philosophy of Science and Technology

    (3)
    History of major scientific and technological achievements in the modern age and their relevance to the world view of Western civilization.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HUM 2130 - Mythology

    (3)
    Cross-cultural survey of the creation, hero, and fertility myths of diverse cultures including Middle Eastern, European, African, Oriental, and North and South American; study of Classical Greek Mythology.[F, S]Note(s): Course Tags:


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  • HUM 2140 - Folklore and Native Culture

    (3)
    Basic theory and working vocabulary of folklore related to the student’s geographical origin and personal experience; focus on family, community, and regional cultures.Prereq(s): ENGL-1010[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • HUM 2550 - Leadership Development

    (3)
    Leadership philosophy, practices and skills; decision making, empowerment, trust, goalsetting and conflict resolution; readings in the humanities and critical analysis of media that explore leadership styles.Prereq(s): ENGL-1010[on demand]Note(s): Same as PY-250; credit not allowed for both courses.Course Tags:


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  • HUM 2990 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (3)
    Specific topics of traditional and current relevance in Humanities disciplines; repeatable for credit on different topics.Prereq(s): ENGL-1010[on demand]Course Tags:


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Industrial Electricity
  

  • IE 000 - Industrial Electricity

    Basic electricity, National Electric Code, AC/DC motors, generators, alternators, programmable logic controllers, hydraulics, symbols, pneumatics, line diagrams, manual contractors and manual motor starters; installation and repair of TVRO satellite systems; hands-on experience in residential wiring and conduit bending; 30 clock hours/ week.[E]Course Tags:


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Industrial Electronics
  

  • ER 000 - Industrial Electronics

    The student will be trained in construction materials and methods, conduit bending, electrical safety, electrical test equipment, electrical blueprints, voice and data systems, codes and standards, and computer applications. The student will be trained in proper buses and networks, fiber optics, video systems, wireless communication, fire alarm systems, intrusion detection systems, and media management systems; 30 clock hours/week.[E]Course Tags:


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Industrial Maintenance Mechanics
  

  • ID 000 - Industrial Maintenance Technology

    Theory and practical applications in industrial maintenance; blueprint reading, welding, machine shop, HVAC, and general building maintenance; 30 clock hours/week.[E]Course Tags:


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Information Systems
  

  • CS 101 - Computer Literacy

    (3)
    Information about the nature of a computer applied to the roles that computers play in society; intro to the use and operation of microcomputers and commercial applications software packages; basic components of a computer, computer applications, data processing careers, electronic spreadsheets, databases, intro to word processing, and issues in computing.[E]Course Tags:


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  • CS 104 - Fundamentals of Information Systems

    (3)
    Overview of the information systems discipline; base number systems, computer, data, and file organization, career opportunities, and current technology concepts.[E]Course Tags:


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  • CS 105 - Intro to Microsoft Office 2007

    (1)
    This course will introduce the Office 2007 user interface and the new or updated features of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. It is intended for students who already know and are familiar with Office 2003. The course will not cover the basics of how to use Office Applications.Prereq(s): CS 101 or permission of instructor[E]Course Tags:


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  • CS 108 - Internet Applications for Educators

    (3)
    History of the Internet and classroom application; focus on accessing Internet resources.[Su]Course Tags:


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  • CS 109 - Maintaining Classroom Technology

    (3)
    Covers basic skills needed to set up and maintain technology in the classroom.[Su]Course Tags:


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  • CS 114 - Concepts of Programming

    (3)
    Basic concepts of traditional computer program design, design tools, and an intro to object technology.[E]Course Tags:


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  • CS 124 - Visual BASIC I

    (3)
    Intro to the concepts of computer program design through the Visual BASIC language. Use of controls, forms, code modules, functions and procedures to create Windows applications.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 140 - Internet Foundations

    (3)
    This course covers fundamental skills for working on the Internet - browsing, searching, downloading and compressing data, real-time communication, wireless networking, an introduction to creating and publishing a simple Web site, understanding e-commerce and basic personal security on-line.Prereq(s): CS 101 or equivalent, or proof of computer competency[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 150 - Principles of Web Site Design

    (3)
    Concepts and principles for designing Web sites; basics of creating Web pages using XHTML and Cascading Style Sheets; enhancing a Web site with color, images, tables and other page elements; and publishing a Web site to a Web server.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 151 - Introduction to Adobe Flash

    (3)
    This course covers the fundamental concepts of Adobe Flash. In this course students will learn step-by-step instruction that will guide them through creating, modifying, and enhancing Flash CS3 files. Extensive in-class projects reinforce critical skills by requiring students to apply them to real-world scenarios.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 152 - Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver

    (3)
    This course covers the fundamental concepts of Adobe Dreamweaver with a strong emphasis on design. In this course students will learn all the basic functions of Dreamweaver, from developing a complete Web site to fully understanding how to get Web sites up and running on the Web.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 155 - Web Graphics

    (3)
    Basic concepts of Adobe Photoshop with an emphasis on techniques for working with images for Web design. Covers how to work with image file formats, layers and selection techniques, adding type to images and the use of color in Web Pages. Students will also learn how to prepare images for the Web by cropping images, creating thumbnail images, optimizing images, creating slices and image maps, and creating animated GIFs.[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 160 - Java Programming I

    (3)
    An introductory course in the Java programming language. Course includes object-oriented techniques and development of simple applications.[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 161 - Java Programming II

    (3)
    Covers advanced features. Must be taken in sequence or have instructor’s consent.Prereq(s): CS 160[F]Course Tags:


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  • CS 178 - Fundamentals of UNIX

    (3)
    Overview UNIX system administration; booting and shutting down, root account, controlling processes, file system organization, drivers and the kernel, networking, security, daemons, and other UNIX concepts.Prereq(s): CS- 276[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 185 - C++ Programming Language I

    (3)
    Intro to computer program design concepts and development using the C++ programming language; orientation towards syntax, usage, modularity of program design, and development of program libraries; credit not allowed for both CS-185 and EG-225.Prereq(s): CS 124 or CS 160 or instructor’s consent[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 190 - Introduction to Macintosh

    (3)
    Intro to Macintosh computers; basic operation, maintenance and terminology; intro to use of mainstream advertising and graphic design software; projects include use of conceptual skills to produce basic design projects incorporating page layout and production techniques.[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 197 - Spreadsheet Software Applications

    (3)
    Designed for students who have been introduced to microcomputer use and operation, have basic knowledge of Windows environment, and wish to learn to use electronic spreadsheet software package.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 198 - Database Software Applications

    (3)
    Designed for students who have been introduced to microcomputer use and operation, have basic knowledge of Windows environment, and wish to learn to use commercial database software package.[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 204 - Microcomputer Architecture

    (3)
    Provides background for using the microcomputer as a business tool; microcomputer basics with focus on hardware components and configurations, security, and networking.Prereq(s): CS-104[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 205 - Computer Networks

    (3)
    Basic data communications and networks; data communication concepts, standards, local area networks OSI model, and network hardware and software.Concurrent: CS-276.[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 215 - Local Area Network Management

    (3)
    Management of computer local area networks; server and workstation installation, network performance management, managing client services, print services, and security.Prereq(s): CS-205[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 225 - Visual BASIC II

    (3)
    Advanced features: file processing, data access, and communicating with other Windows applications, including object linking and embedding.Prereq(s): CS 124[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 231 - Numerical Methods

    (3)
    Foundation for basic numerical methods; higher order equations, systems of equations, interpolation and curve fitting, numerical integration, and differential equations; problem solution using the computer and elementary discussion of error control.Prereq(s): CS-185Coreq(s): MATH-1920[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 240 - Computer User Support

    (3)
    Overview of computer user support; includes troubleshooting, problem-solving, personal communications, needs assessment, product documentation, user training, and help-desk operation.Prereq(s): CS 205[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 241 - Intermediate Web Site Design

    (3)
    In this course students use XHTML and Cascading Style Sheets to create complex page layouts and navigation; add multimedia to Web pages, and apply design concepts in the use of color and Web typography.


    Prereq(s): CS 150, CS 155[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 242 - Javascript for Designers

    (3)
    Introduction to JavaScript for non-programming majors. Students learn to incorporate JavaScript into Web pages to create dynamic pages, work with forms to add a simple shopping cart and manage windows and events.Prereq(s): CS 150[F]Course Tags:


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  • CS 244 - Systems Analysis and Design

    (3)
    Integration of manual and data processing techniques applied to business and science; complex application areas studied with view toward development and analysis of systems and procedural improvements; focus on case study approach.Prereq(s): CS 185 or CS 160[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 248 - Survey of Computer Topics

    (1-4)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in information data processing studied at an introductory level; repeatable for credit on different topics.Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 249 - Topics in Computer Applications

    (3)
    Specialized topics and/or problems in computer data processing studied in detail; repeatable for credit on different topics.Prereq(s): Instructor’s consent[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 250 - Advanced Web Page and Site Design

    (3)
    An introduction to development of web sites driven by underlying databases; covers both client-side and server-side scripting.Prereq(s): CS 225 or CS 285 or CS 161 and CS 296[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 251 - Scripting Languages

    (3)
    Intro to JavaScript and VBScript programming languages; covers both client- ide and serverside programming.Prereq(s): CS-250[on demand]Course Tags:


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  • CS 276 - Operating Systems

    (3)
    Basic operating systems principles and operating systems internals. The hardware/ software interface, user interface, file systems, resource management, process management, memory management, network operating systems concepts. Detailed coverage of current operating systems, such as, Windows and UNIX.Concurrent: CS 161 or 2 programming classes.[S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 285 - C++ Programming II

    (3)
    Covers object-oriented design, design and implementation of C++ classes, inheritance, C++ pointers and dynamic memory, recursion, linked lists, and data structures – stacks and queues.Prereq(s): CS 185; or instructor’s consent[F]Course Tags:


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  • CS 293 - Computer Applications in Management

    (3)
    This course is designed for those who will use a suite of commercial software applications in an office setting. Covers advanced file management techniques as well as advanced concepts of word- processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software. Students will also learn to integrate the various applications of an office suite.Prereq(s): CS 101 or equivalent, or consent of Instructor[F, S]Course Tags:


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  • CS 296 - Principles of Database Management Systems

    (3)
    Basic concepts of database management systems (DBMS); terminology, types of systems, large and small system implementation, report generators, and user interface.Prereq(s): CS 124[F]Course Tags:


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