Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 CATALOG 
    
2018-2019 CATALOG [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses Offered


 Graduate holding diploma

 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.

 

Computer Information Technology

  
  • CITC 2335 - Systems Analysis and Design

    (3)
    This course examines established and evolving methodologies for the analysis, design, and development of business information systems. Students practice software engineering principles and documentation techniques through case studies. Prereq(s): CITC 1303 [S]


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  • CITC 2339 - Configuring Advanced Services

    (3)
    Designed to help enterprise administrators develop skills-the course focuses on advanced configuration of services necessary to deploy, manage, and maintain a Windows Server infrastructure, this course focuses on advanced configuration of services necessary to deploy, manage and maintain a Windows Server infrastructure. Upon successfully completing this course, the student will be academically prepared for a current Microsoft core server operating system exam. Prereq(s): CITC 2320 [S]


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  • CITC 2341 - Database Programming with SAS

    (3)
    Planning and writing programs to solve common data analysis problems. Practice with running and debugging programs. Emphasis on reading input data, creating list and summary reports, defining new variables, executing code conditionally, reading raw data files and data sets and writing results to data sets. Prereq(s): CISP 1010 [S]


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  • CITC 2352 - Digital Forensics

    (3)


    This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of computer forensics and investigations. This course will introduce students to computing investigations by preparing them to acquire, examine and summarize digital evidence.

     


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  • CITC 2354 - Advanced Digital Forensics

    (3)


    This course will guide students through the process of conducting a high-tech digital forensics investigation. It will include acquiring and analyzing digital evidence and reporting its findings. Advanced techniques in password recovery, registry analysis and evidence filtering will be mastered for those who successfully complete this course.

      Prereq(s): CITC 1302 or CITC 1320 and CITC 2352 [S]


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  • CITC 2363 - Internet Intranet Firewallls and eCom

    (3)
    This course gives an in-depth exploration of firewall, Web security, and e-commerce security. Explores firewall concepts, types, topology and the firewall’s relationship to the TCP/IP protocol. Includes client/server architecture, the Web server, HTML and HTTP in relation to Web Security, and digital certification, X.509, and public key infrastructure (PKI). [F]


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  • CITC 2364 - Virtualization Essentials

    (3)
    A study of the business perspective, technical organization, operation, and governance of virtualization. This course will cover topics included in the Virtualization Essentials Professional (VEP) exam. Course materials are accredited by the Cloud Credential Council and registered with the Project Management Institute for PDU eligibility. Prereq(s): CITC 2320 [S] Note(s): Student must be at COLLEGE LEVEL IN ALL AREAS to take this course.


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  • CITC 2375 - Internet Software Development

    (3)
    The history, growth and use of the Internet are explored, and major Internet protocols are discussed. Students use CSS, Java Script, Perl, PHP and other techniques to create dynamic Web content Prereq(s): CISP 1010, CITC 1300 [S]


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  • CITC 2390 - CIT Capstone

    (3)
    Understand, explain, design, and create a computer-based project in either an individual or team-based scenario. Projects will vary dependent on the student’s concentration in programming, networking or cyber defense.  If possible, design teams will be formed with members from each concentration to complete the project. Prereq(s): CITC 2335 and (CITC 1312 or CITC 2339 or CITC 2363) [F,S]


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  • CITC 2399 - CIT CO-OP/Internship

    (3)


    This course will be a field experience such as an internship or coop experience.  The student is expected to complete 135 hours on the location work site.  This experience could be either paid or unpaid.  Students will be interviewed by the information systems department faculty to gain acceptance into this course.  Students will be made aware of possible background and drug tests by the employee.  Application deadline for the Fall semester is April 15; deadline for the Spring semester is October 1st.

      Prereq(s): CITC 2335 and (CITC 1312 or CITC 2339 or CITC 2363) [F,S]


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Cooperative Education

  
  • CP 201 - Cooperative Education/Internship 1

    (3)


    The Cooperative Education/Internship experiences provides students with the opportunity to work for a business that is specifically related to his/her career objective, and promotes marketability upon graduation. Provides on the job experiences. Approved for unrestricted elective credit in career program only (A.A.S.). Satisfactory.

      [E] Note(s): Not repeatable for credit.


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  • CP 202 - Cooperative Education/Internship 2

    (3)


    The Cooperative Education/Internship experience provides students with the opportunity to work for a business that is specifically related to his/her career objective, and promotes marketability upon graduation. Provides on the job experiences (A.A.S.). Satisfactory.

      [E] Note(s): Not repeatable for credit.


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Cosmetology

  
  • CY 000 - Cosmetology


    Personal and shop safety, sanitation/ sterilization; salon equipment/implements, scalp and hair care, hair styling, permanent/ thermal waves, relaxers, color, straightening, manicures, facials; electricity and electrical safety practices; intro to anatomy/ physiology and organic/inorganic chemistry; salesmanship; 30 clock hours/week. [E] Note(s): 1500 clock hours required for State Board licensure.


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Cosmetology Instructor Training

  
  • YT 000 - Cosmetology Instructor Training


    This course is a presentation of concepts of instruction in cosmetology, Aesthetics and Manicurists. Topics include history of teaching, educator characteristics, curriculum development-evaluation, and teaching assessment in techniques. This course is a combination of lecture and lab (300 contact hours). [on demand]


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Criminal Justice

  
  • CRMJ 1000 - Careers in Criminal Justice

    (3)
    An overview of career possibilities in the criminal justice profession. Emphasis placed on career training and planning. [F, S]


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  • CRMJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

    (3)
    This course is an overview of the criminal justice system. It is a broad- based interdisciplinary analysis of the philosophy, history, and processes of criminal justice’s major components: police; courts; and corrections. It also addresses special issues including juvenile justice, drugs and crime, and terrorism. [F, S] Note(s): ►


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  • CRMJ 1020 - Introduction to the Legal Process

    (3)
    This course is an overview of both substantive and procedural law related to the definitions, investigations, processing, and punishment of crimes. It provides an overall understanding of the articulation between law and the criminal justice system. Areas of study emphasize the nature and history of criminal law; criminal defenses; legal and social dimensions of crime; victims; punishment; and sentencing. [F, S] Note(s): ►


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  • CRMJ 2010 - Introduction to Law Enforcement

    (3)
    An overview of the American Police, including the philosophy and historical evolution behind the police force. Emphasis on policing procedures; crime prevention and control; functions of law enforcement; problems and needs facing the police; and contemporary issues. Prereq(s): ENGL 1010 [F, S] Note(s): ►


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  • CRMJ 2020 - Introductions to Corrections

    (3)
    An overview of the American correctional system, its philosophy and historical evolution. Emphasis on court procedures; alternatives to imprisonment; functions of the American correctional system; analysis of the punishment versus rehabilitation debate; and contemporary issues. Prereq(s): ENGL 1010 [S] Note(s): ►


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  • CRMJ 2500 - Crime and Media

    (3)
    Analyzes the role of the mass media in affecting our judgement, our attitudes, our perceptions of crime, and societal reaction to crime in general; how public knowledge of crime is fundamentally derived from the media, along with the creation of “fear of crime.” It is the mass media that plays a significant role in the interpretation of criminality and our criminal justice system. [S]


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Dance

Designated courses are repeatable for credit, but no more than 12 hours of Applied Instruction and/or Performing Ensemble, in any combination, may be applied toward a degree.

  
  • DANC 1005 - Introduction to Dance

    (3)
    Introduction to understanding the language of dance; focus on how dance has enriched the world’s cultures with emphasis on developing an aesthetic responses through critical analysis of dance traditions. [F/S]


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  • DANC 1101 - Dance Performance 1

    (3)
    Introduction to the exploration of the expressive elements of rehearsal and performance; notated works, guest artist choreography, and public (college/community) performances. Concurrent: DANC 1201 [F/S]


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  • DANC 1107 - Aerial Dance Performance

    3
    Introduction to the performance of aerial dance; focus on exploring the expressive choreographic elements used to perform this dance form; introduces aerial choreography with different creative problem solving techniques, and the importance of useful evaluation for public performances. Concurrent: DANC 1827 or permission of instructor. [F,S] Note(s): Repeatable.


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  • DANC 1201 - Dance Composition 1

    (3)
    Introduction to literal and non-literal approaches to choreography; focus on basic and historical elements and principles used in creating and composing dances. Concurrent: DANC 1201 [F/S]


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  • DANC 1821 - Modern Dance 1

    (3)
    Introduction to the art of modern dance; focus on basic techniques, concepts and principles used to study this dance form; class 3 hours. [F, S]


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  • DANC 1823 - Jazz Dance

    3
    Introduction to jazz dance; focus on basic techniques, concepts and principles used to study this dance form; introduces the language of jazz dance to students with emphasis on developing aesthetic, creative, historical and technical response. [F,S] Note(s): Repeatable: permission by instructor.


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  • DANC 1825 - Contemporary Ballet

    (3)
    Introduction to Contemporary Ballet through the understanding of correct body alignment, ballet terminology, development of physical technical capacities, and the performance of this dance technique. [F,S]


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  • DANC 1827 - Aerial Dance

    3
    Introduction to the art of aerial dance; focus on basic techniques, concepts and principles used to study this dance form; introduces the language of aerial dance to students with emphasis on developing aesthetic, creative, historical and technical response. [F,S] Note(s): Repeatable.


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  • DANC 1829 - Tap Dance

    3
    Introduction to tap dance; focus on basic techniques, concepts and principles used to study this dance form; introduces the language of tap dance to students with emphasis on developing aesthetic, creative, historical and technical response. [F,S] Note(s): Repeatable: permission by instructor.


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  • DANC 1830 - Hip Hop Dance

    2
    Introduction to hip hop dance through the practice and performance of technique and choreography. Classes will be comprised of warm ups designed to increase strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular stamina, and of choreographed routines that expose the student to the fundamental styles and repertoire of movements used in hip hop dance. [F.S] Note(s): Repeatable.


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  • DANC 2990 - Special Topics in Dance

    (1-3)
    Study of specific topics relating to the historical and cultural significance of dance; repeatable for credit on different topics. [on demand]


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Dental Assisting

Admission to the program and CPR certification is a prerequisite for all DAST courses. All Fall Semester DAST courses are prerequisites to all Spring Semester courses and all Spring Semester courses are prerequisites to the Summer Semester courses. All courses taught in the same semester are corequisites. Exceptions are by permission of the Program Director.

  
  • DAST 1120 - Basic Sciences 1

    (3)
    Basic sciences for dental assistants. Anatomy and physiology, microbiology, oral anatomy, tooth morphology, histology and embryology. [F]


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  • DAST 1121 - Basic Sciences 2

    (2)
    Basic sciences for dental assistants. Oral pathology, nutrition, pain control and pharmacology. [S]


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  • DAST 1130 - Clinical Skills 1

    (4)
    Skills development in the clinical setting. 1130 - emphasis on chairside assisting in general dentistry and on infection control; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [F]


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  • DAST 1131 - Clinical Skills 2

    (3)
    Skills development in the clinical setting. A continuation of Clinical Skills I with emphasis on advanced intraoral skills and assisting with specialties as they relate to general dentistry; class 2 hours, lab 3 hours. [S]


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  • DAST 1140 - Dental Radiology

    (4)
    A study of the theory and practice of dental radiology; emphasis on patient and operator safety, technical aspects of x-ray production, image quality, and preliminary interpretation; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [F]


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  • DAST 1150 - Dental Materials

    (4)
    Dental laboratory skills to include the proper manipulation and storage of restorative materials, impression materials, gypsum, resins, abrasives, and waxes; emphasis on laboratory and material safety; class 3 hours, lab 3 hours. [F]


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  • DAST 1160 - Dental Office Management

    (3)
    Preparation to serve as a dental receptionist or dental office manager; includes insurance claims, appointment control, records management, payment plans, collections, disbursements, and inventory control. [S]


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  • DAST 1170 - Clinical Practice

    (7)
    Supervised clinical experience with emphasis on professional, ethical and legal aspects of dentistry. Students must provide own transportation to and from off-campus clinical sites; valid CPR card required for participation in clinical practice assisting in general dentistry to master basic dental assisting skills; class 2 hours, clinical 15 hours. [S]


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  • DAST 1171 - Clinical Practice

    (6)
    Supervised clinical experience with emphasis on professional, ethical and legal aspects of dentistry. Students must provide own transportation to and from off-campus clinical sites; valid CPR card required for participation in clinical practice a continuation of Clinical Practice I to master more advanced dental assisting and specialty skills; class 2 hours, clinical 12 hours. [U]


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Dental Hygiene

Admission to the Dental Hygiene Program is a prerequisite for all DH courses unless otherwise noted. Please consult the SUMMARY OF REQUIRED HOURS. All DH courses shown in the same term are corequisites and all DH courses shown in the preceding term(s) are DH prerequisites.

  
  • DH 132 - Dental Hygiene 1

    (9)
    This didactic course is designed to provide evidence-based knowledge in the are of dental hygiene theory and practice. This is the first in a series of 4 courses. It is an introduction to basic concepts, methods, materials, and techniques of dental hygiene care. Multiple topics are presented such as professional roles, legal and ethical responsibilities; infection and hazard control management and procedures, including blood borne infectious diseases with an emphasis in patient/operator safety; radiology safety and techniques, instrumentation basics, patient assessment and an introduction to the role of research in the profession. [F]


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  • DH 135 - Dental Hygiene 2

    (9)
    This didactic course is a more in-depth study of periodontal therapy with emphasis on immune response, comprehensive
    examination, health education, preventive agents, debridement, treatment planning, and maintenance; Additional content areas
    include infectious diseases, recognition of conditions requiring treatment modifications, chemical dependency and abuse,
    introduction to practice management, and the relationship of the clinician to various diverse populations is explored. Course
    provides students with a better understanding of the role of the dental hygienist and development of problem solving and critical
    thinking skills as they relate to dental hygiene. [S]


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  • DH 142 - Dental Hygiene Applications 1

    (3)
    Orientation and introduction to clinical dental hygiene procedures. Emphasis on disease transmission, professional behavior, basic emergency protocol, medical history review, patient management, instrumentation, and assessment procedures. Skills will be mastered on manikins and clinical lab partners under direct faculty supervision at a 1:5 ratio. Labs meet 9.25 hours per week. Satisfactory/Non-satisfactory grading. [F]


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  • DH 145 - Dental Hygiene Applications 2

    (4)
    The focus of this course is an incorporation of preventive services, health promotion and disease control. Initial skills will be mastered
    on manikins and clinical lab partners under direct faculty supervision at a 1:5 ratio. Students are expected to progress to supervised
    competency based application of clinical dental hygiene services on a variety of patients with emphasis on the role of the dental
    hygienist in diagnosis, prevention, treatment planning, and treatment of gingivitis and early to moderate periodontal disease.
    Introduction to external enrichment experiences. Approximately 12 hours lab per week are required. Satisfactory/Non-satisfactory
    grading. [S]


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  • DH 238 - Dental Hygiene 3

    (5)
    This didactic course covers a more in-depth study of periodontal therapy with emphasis on advanced techniques, adjunctive
    therapies, tobacco cessation programs, and surgical options. Other content areas include dental materials, TMJ and occlusion,
    treatment modifications for patients with special needs, medically compromised, and chronic diseases; Case based learning is
    emphasized. [F]


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  • DH 239 - Dental Hygiene 4

    (3)
    This integrated didactic course synthesizes information from all previous courses and applies to patient cases and projects. Course
    includes various speakers and an expansion of radiation biology and physics, legal and ethical responsibilities, scope of practice and
    practice act, as well as emphasis on practice management skills to maximize practice efficiency, life-long learning, productivity &
    teamwork. Prereq(s): Program director’s consent [S]


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  • DH 248 - Dental Hygiene Applications 3

    (5)
    A progressive continuation of previous clinical application courses. Students will incorporate pain management techniques from DH
    255, tobacco cessation, dietary risk assessment, implant care, and nutritional counseling in the patient appointment as appropriate.
    Course includes supervised application and increased competency in instrumentation and patient management skills with emphasis
    on moderate to advanced periodontics and adjunctive periodontal services. Students will have the opportunity to service patients
    with various systemic, mental and physical disorders, including all age ranges from pediatric to geriatric clients. Continued
    development of problem solving, self-assessment, and critical thinking skills will be expected. Course involves mentoring, outside
    external enrichment rotations to hospital dentistry and special needs centers, under served and diverse communities, and
    implementation and evaluation of community-based dental health project. 18-20 hours per week are required. Satisfactory/Nonsatisfactory grading. [F]


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  • DH 249 - Dental Hygiene Applications 4

    (5)
    This capstone course includes supervised competency-based application of clinical dental hygiene services and expanded
    periodontics. Students are expected to have progressed to a level of competency to complete procedures with minimal to no
    assistance from faculty; clinical and patient management skills are refined. Presentation of periodontal case study is included.
    Emphasis on time management, work ethic, efficiency, teamwork and productivity. Includes outreach to the community, mentoring,
    and external enrichment rotations to hospital dentistry, specialty offices, and special needs, under served and diverse communities.
    18-20 hours per week are required. Satisfactory/Non-satisfactory grading. [S]


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  • DH 255 - Dental Hygiene Pain Management

    (4)
    This course is designed to prepare dental hygiene students to safely and competently administer local anesthetic agents and nitrous oxide sedation to control dental related pain with a minimum of patient discomfort. Included are content areas in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and emergency management as they relate to the administration of local anesthetics, nitrous oxide, and pain control. Laboratory sessions are structured to develop actual experiences in administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide. Various mechanisms for pain control are also covered Satisfactory/Non-Satisfactory grading; Lab 6 hours; Prereq(s): DH 132,135,142,145 [Su]


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  • DH 265 - Dental Hygiene Clinic

    (1)
    Elective clinical course in supervised dental hygiene care. Primary focus on hand/power instrumentation and patient management skills on moderate to advanced periodontal cases. Student will have the opportunity to serve patients in on-campus clinic with various systemic, mental and physical disorders, including all age ranges. Satisfactory/Non satisfactory grading. Prereq(s): DH 132, DH 142, DH 135, DH 145. [Su] Note(s): Student must be at College Level in All Areas to take this course.


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  • DH 275 - Skill Advancement

    (2)
    This course is designed to strengthen clinical instrumentation and patient management skills. Includes supervised patient care in on-campus clinic Prereq(s): DH 132, DH 142, DH 135, DH 145, DH 255. [F] Note(s): Student must be at College Level in All Areas to take this course.


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Developmental Writing

  
  • ENGL 0810 - Learning Support Writing

    (3)
    Continued study and application to achieve writing skills needed for college; students will write unified, coherent paragraphs and essays in acceptable, standard form; will also produce a research essay. Prereq(s): ACT English 13-17 or COMPASS Writing 36-76 placement Coreq(s): ENGL 1010 [E]


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Diagnostic Medical Sonography

  
  • US 200 - Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Sonography

    (2)
    Basic ultrasound instrumentation and clinical terms; cross-sectional/sagittal anatomy review; rules, regulations, clinical affiliates, diagnostic ultrasound history and studentinstructor responsibilities in clinical settings; liability insurance fee required. [F]


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  • US 201 - Ultrasound Physics 1

    (2)
    Physics of diagnostic medical sonography; correlation with instrumentation procedures; class 2 hours, lab 1 hour. Sound wave characteristics, matter-ultrasound interaction; basic algebraic review. [F]


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  • US 202 - Obstetrics and Gynecology 1

    (3)
    A 3-course sequence in female pelvic and obstetrical ultrasound. Physiological processes affecting imaging; pathological processes and sonographic appearance. [F]


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  • US 203 - Abdominal and Small Parts 1

    (3)
    Abdominal organs, their relation and normal sonographic, presentation; physiologic process; metabolic, functions; importance of lab data. [F]


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  • US 204 - Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology

    (3)
    To demonstrate the role of sonography in the evaluation of the cardiovascular system. The student will map the arterial and venous systems from the heart through the abdomen and throughout the periphery. Emphasis will be placed on abdominal vasculature, and cardiac anatomy and physiology, with an introduction to echocardiography protocol. The student will also become familiar with basic ECG interpretation, learning the relationship between ECG timing and cardiac events, as seen in the echocardiogram. 4 hours lecture, 4 hour lab. [F]


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  • US 205 - General DMS Abdomen Clinic 1

    (3)
    An introduction to the sonographic imaging process, with a focus on abdominal anatomy.  The student will become familiar with the clinical setting, the actual operation of ultrasound instrumentation, exam indications, and the required protocol for sonography exams. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. [F] Note(s): Total Contact Hours per week: 12.5.


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  • US 206 - Cardiovascular Hemodynamics

    (3)
    Assessment of vascular hemodynamics for the cardiovascular sonography student through a topic-based analysis of various abdominal vascular structures, as well as an introduction to lower venous examinations and indirect pulse recognition of potential arterial disease of the lower extremities. 4 hours lecture, 4 hours lab. [F]


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  • US 207 - Breast Sonography

    (4)
    Specialty course for development of a breast imaging specialist, providing a comprehensive review of sonography’s targeted role in the diag nosis and treatment of breast disease, while comparing mammography and other imaging techniques, to apply to an appropriate understanding of scanning principles for optimal diagnostic results. Achievement of course competencies will assist in preparation of the breast sonography certification examination. Course participant must either be ARDMS or ARRT(M) certified. [S]


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  • US 208 - Vascular Clinic 1

    (3)
    Progressive development of vascular sonographic skills. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. An introduction to the vascular sonographic imaging process. The student will become familiar with the clinical setting, the operation ultrasound instrumentation, exam indications, and the required protocol for vascular sonography exams.


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  • US 209 - Echocardiography Clinic 1

    (3)
    Progressive development of echocardiography imaging skills. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. An introduction to the adult cardiographic imaging process. The student will become familiar with the clinical setting, the operation ultrasound instrumentation, exam indications, and the required protocol for adult echocardiography sonographic exams. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations.


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  • US 210 - Ultrasound Administration

    (2)
    Research, quality control, and accreditation practices and procedures of a general sonography department; research paper, oral presentation, and group accreditation project. [S]


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  • US 211 - Ultrasound Physics 2

    (2)
    Physics of diagnostic medical sonography; correlation with instrumentation procedures; class 2 hours, lab 1 hour. Realtime ultrasound transducer characteristics, the ultrasound beam, and the imaging process; application of theoretical concepts in lab. [S]


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  • US 212 - Obstetrics and Gynecology 2

    (3)
    A 3-course sequence in female pelvic and obstetrical ultrasound. Fetal anatomy; gestational age estimation; fetal anomaly detection and intrauterine growth retardation; transabdominal and transvaginal techniques for assessing early intrauterine and ectopic pregnancies. [S]


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  • US 213 - Abdominal and Small Parts 2

    (3)
    Pathologic patterns of abdominal organs; relation to sonographic appearance, physiologic changes, and lab findings; anatomic variations; Doppler and color-flow technique in vascular anatomy evaluation. [S]


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  • US 214 - Vascular Testing 1

    (2)
    A topic-based analysis of clinical exams of the upper and lower extremity vascular studies, along with pertinent physiologic and hemodynamic diagnostic factors. Also includes student and instructor case study presentations and evaluations by topic, and instructs on pre- and post-operative patient assessments; class 3 hours, lab 1 hour. [S]


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  • US 215 - General DMS Abdomen Clinic 2

    (1)
     A progression from US 205 Clinic 1. The student will have the opportunity to develop increased knowledge and skills in performing sonographic examinations and demonstrating normal abdominal anatomy and pathology, with an introduction to superficial structures and invasive procedures.  Pathologic processes shall be further described to build on the student’s present understanding of abnormal physiological processes.  The student will continue the practice of sonographic examinations under clinical supervision. The student’s performance shall be further evaluated through continued sonographer and instructor critiques, case studies, and higher-level clinical competencies in each related category.  Cooperation in the clinical setting for research related to the US 210 term paper may be necessary. Prereq(s): US 205 Coreq(s): US 213 Concurrent: US 210, US 211 [S] Note(s): Total Contact Hous Per Week: 12.5.


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  • US 216 - Adult Echocardiography Testing 1

    (2)
    To further demonstrate the role of sonography in the evaluation of the cardiovascular system. The student will demonstrate knowledge of cardiac development in the embryonic period, and the expected changes in cardiac structures at birth. The student will become familiar with congenital cardiac abnormalities which may be followed into or manifest into adulthood. The student will recognize various cardiac disease processes and their effects on the heart sonographically, and will demonstrate proficiency in performing 2-D, M-Mode and Doppler examinations of the heart, also sonographically evaluating cardiac structures in a diseased state.; class 3 hours, lab 1 hour. [S]


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  • US 218 - Vascular Clinic 2

    (2)
    Progressive development of vascular sonographic skills. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. A continuation of Vascular Clinic I; The student will have the opportunity to develop increased knowledge and skills in per forming vascular examinations and demonstrating normal anatomy, physiology and pathology. Pathologic processes shall be further described to build on the student’s present understanding of abnormal physiological processes. The student will be allowed to continue the practice and performance of vascular exams under clinical supervision. Weekly case studies and imaging critiques will continue with the clinical instructor. The student’s performance shall be further assessed through continued sonographers and instructor evaluations and higher-level clinical competencies.


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  • US 219 - Echocardiography Clinic 2

    (2)
    Progressive development of echocardiography imaging skills. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. The student will have the opportunity to develop increased knowledge and skills in performing echocardiographic examinations and demonstrating normal anatomy and pathology. Pathologic processes shall be further described to build on the student’s present understanding of abnormal physiological processes. The student will be allowed to continue the practice and performance of echocardiographic exams under clinical supervision. Weekly case studies and imaging critiques will continue with the clinical instructor. The student’s performance shall be further assessed through continued sonographers and instructor evaluations and higher-level clinical competencies.


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  • US 220 - Ultrasound Seminar

    (2)
    Integrated coverage of ultrasound topics related to image production/evaluation, ultrasound procedures, and patient care and management; focus on needed skills, attitudes and knowledge for judgment and discretion in ultrasound imaging. [Su]


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  • US 221 - Ultrasound Physics 3

    (2)
    Physics of diagnostic medical sonography; correlation with instrumentation procedures; class 2 hours, lab 1 hour. Focus on instrumentation and clinical environment; artifactual image analysis and corrective factors, quality control measurements and observations, and ultrasound’s biologic effects; advanced scanning techniques, including Doppler and color flow principles. [Su]


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  • US 222 - Obstetrics and Gynecology 3

    (3)
    A 3-course sequence in female pelvic and obstetrical ultrasound. Advanced fetal and pelvic sonography techniques; multiple gestations, antenatal syndromes, placental, umbilical cord and membrane evaluation; fetal and maternal disorders; intro to infertility studies; uncommon pathological processes in nongravid pelvis. [Su]


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  • US 223 - Abdominal and Small Parts 3

    (3)
    Neonatal encephalography and demonstration of anatomy and pathology of superficial structures (small parts). [Su]


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  • US 224 - Vascular Testing 2

    (2)
    A topic-based analysis of sonographic clinical exams of the cerebrovascular system and other miscellaneous studies, along with pertinent physiologic and hemodynamic diagnostic factors. Also includes student and instructor case study presentations and evaluations by topic, and instructs on pre- and post-operative patient assessments. [Su]


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  • US 225 - General DMS Clinic 3

    (1)
    A progression from US 215. The student will have the opportunity to further develop knowledge and skills in performing sonographic examinations and demonstrating normal abdominal anatomy and pathology, superficial structures, and invasive procedures.  Pathologic processes shall be further described to build on the student’s present understanding of abnormal physiological processes.  The student will continue the practice of sonographic examinations under clinical supervision. The student’s performance shall be further evaluated through continued sonographer and instructor critiques, case studies, and higher-level clinical competencies in each related category.  [Su] Note(s): Contact Hous Per Week: 14.


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  • US 226 - Adult Echocardiography Testing 2

    (2)
    To further demonstrate the role of sonography in the evaluation of the cardiovascular system. The student will demonstrate knowledge of additional cardiac testing procedures used in the clinical setting. The student will become familiar with stress echo, echocardiography contrast agents, and the clinical indications of each. The student will recognize various cardiac disease processes and their effects on the heart, and will also demonstrate knowledge of other cardiac imaging modalities and their roles in evaluating cardiac structures (e.g., cardiac nuclear medicine testing and cardiac catheterization). Class 3 hours, lab 1 hour. [Su]


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  • US 228 - Vascular Clinic 3

    (2)
    Progressive development of vascular sonographic skills. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. A continuation of Vascular Clinic II; the student will have the opportunity to further increase vascular imaging/testing knowledge and skills. The student will continue performance of vascular exams under clinical supervision. Weekly case studies and imaging critiques will continue with the clinical instructor. Special emphasis will be given to final category evaluations and completion of all clinical objectives in specified vascular categories. Sonographer and instructor evaluations will be used for final assessment of student performance.


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  • US 229 - Echocardiography Clinic 3

    (2)
    Progressive development of echocardiography imaging skills. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. A continuation of Echocardiography Clinic II; the student will have the opportunity to further increase echocardiography knowledge and skills. The student will continue performance of adult echocardiography exams under clinical supervision. Weekly case studies and imaging critiques will continue with the clinical instructor. Special emphasis will be given to final category evaluations and completion of all clinical objectives in specified adult echocardiography categories. Sonographer and instructor evaluations will be used for final assessment of student performance.


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  • US 245 - Breast Sonography Clinic 1

    (4)
    An introduction to basic scanning and patient care skills and physical principles for the sonographer, as related to breast sonography for the clinical breast specialist. Appropriate protocols will be introduced, along with operation of ultrasound instrumentation. Course participant must either be ARDMS or ARRT(M) certified. [on demand]


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  • US 255 - Breast Sonography Clinic 2

    (4)
    Builds upon scanning, patient care skills and physical principles introduced in US 245. Competency in breast protocols and instrumentation will be demonstrated; differential diagnoses and utilization of specialized procedures will be introduced. Course participant must either be ARDMS or ARRT (M) certified. [on demand]


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  • US 265 - Breast Sonography Clinic 3

    (4)
    Progression from skills developed in the US 255 course, with final assessment of scanning, patient care skills and physical principles for the breast sonographer imaging specialist. The formulation of differential diagnoses and the utilization of specialized procedures will be introduced. Course participant must either be ARDMS or ARRT(M) certified. In all courses, case studies, competency objectives, and image critiques will serve as assessment mechanisms during the mentoring process. Malpractice insurance is required for all clinics. [on demand]


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  • US 275 - General DMS OB/Gyn Clinic 1

    (3)
    An introduction to the sonographic imaging process, with a focus on gynecologic anatomy and pathology. The student will become familiar with the clinical setting, the actual operation of ultrasound instrumentation, exam indications, and the required protocol for sonography exams. Case group studies and imaging critiques will be performed, and the student’s performance will be evaluated through clinical competencies in each related category through sonographer and instructor evaluations. Coreq(s): US 200, US 201, Us 202 (F) Note(s): Total Contact Hours Per Week: 12.5


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  • US 285 - General DMS OB/Gyn Clinic 2

    (1)
    A progression from US 275 Clinic I. The student will have the opportunity to develop increased knowledge and skills in performing normal and pathologic pelvic sonographic examinations, with an introduction to normal and abnormal first trimester obstetrical studies, and late trimester anatomy and management issues. The student will continue the practice of sonographic examinations under clinical supervision. The student’s performance shall be further evaluated through continued sonographer and instructor critiques, case studies, and higher-level clinical competencies in each related category. Cooperation in the clinical setting for research related to the US 210 term paper may be necessary. Prereq(s): US 275 Coreq(s): US212 Concurrent: US 210. US 211 [S] Note(s): Total Contact Hous Per Week: 12.5.


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  • US 295 - General DMS OB/Gyn Clinic 3

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    A progression from US 285 Clinic II. The student will have the opportunity to develop increased knowledge and skills in performing normal and pathologic pelvic sonographic examinations, and normal and abnormal obstetrical studies, both in early and later trimesters, with continued exposure to patient management concerns. The student will continue the practice of sonographic examinations under clinical supervision. The student’s performance shall be further evaluated through continued sonographer and instructor critiques, case studies, and higher-level clinical competencies in each related category. Prereq(s): US 285 Coreq(s): US 222 Concurrent: US 221, US 220 [Su] Note(s): Total Contact Hours Per Week: 14.


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Diesel Equipment Mechanics

  
  • QE 000 - Diesel Equipment Technology


    Diesel engine mechanics; diesel assembly and disassembly, safety regulations, and shop equipment operation; cylinder block, camshaft, crankcase and oil pan; cylinder head/valves; timing and valve mechanism, air intake, starting and fuel systems; trouble shooting and tune-ups; 30 clock hours/week. [E]


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Early Childhood Education

  
  • ECED 1310 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    (3)
    Introduction to Early Childhood Education is an introduction to the early childhood profession, including an emphasis on professionalism and developmentally appropriate practice. The course also includes an overview of history of early education; theoretical program models; different types of early childhood programs, community resources; professional organizations, and contemporary friends and issues in programs for children ages birth through eight. Field experience is required. [F] Note(s): There are No Level of Preparedness Requirements in any subject for this course.


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  • ECED 2300 - The Mentoring Teacher

    (3)
    The Mentoring Teacher is a study of the philosophy, principles, and methods of mentoring adults who have varying levels of training. Emphasis will be on the role of mentors as facilitators of adult learning, while also addressing the needs of parents, other staff, and of children from birth through age eight. [on demand]


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  • ECED 2310 - Safe, Healthy Learning Environments

    (3)
    Safe, Healthy Learning Environments is a study of the basic principles and practices of safety, health, and nutrition as they relate to the early childhood setting, home, and community for children ages birth through eight. Also included is a study of principles of creating appropriate learning environments for young children. Field experience is required. [F,S] Note(s): There are no level of preparedness requirements in any subject for this course.


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  • ECED 2312 - Administration of Early Childhood Programs

    (3)
    Administration of Early Childhood Programs is a study of organizational and administrative practices applicable to programs serving children ages birth through eight. Topic of particular consideration include leadership, enrollment, public relations, staff management, financial management, facilities, regulations, family relations and program development. Prereq(s): ECED-1310, 2212, 2320, 2330 [on demand]


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  • ECED 2315 - Early Childhood Curriculum

    (3)
    Early Childhood Curriculum is a study of developmentally appropriate practices and the teacher’s role in supporting development of children ages birth through eight. Also included is an emphasis on curriculum planning including goals, environment, and roles of teachers and of families, materials, and settings. Field experience is required. [S] Note(s): There are no level of preparedness requirements in any subject area for this course.


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  • ECED 2320 - Infant, Toddler, Child Development

    (3)
    Infant, Toddler, Child Development is a study of the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects of young children and their application to the care, guidance, and development of children ages birth through eight. Field experience is required. [F, S]


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  • ECED 2330 - Infant and Toddler Care

    (3)
    Infant and Toddler Care is a study of the care and education of infants and toddlers ages birth to three in group settings, (i.e., childcare centers, family childcare homes, Early Head Start, etc.). Topics include rationales and strategies for supporting the whole child, including cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development in a safe, responsive environment. The course emphasizes relationship-based care and education with special attention to the unique environmental aspects of programs for the child under three. Field experience is required. [on demand]


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  • ECED 2335 - Initial Practicum

    (3)
    Initial Practicum is a supervised practicum which includes a minimum of 30 clock hours in instruction and 45 clock hours in a clinical site approved by the Department (Accredited Agency, 3-Star, or Department-approved site). These hours may be completed in the student’s employment site with Department approval. The course includes a study of the physical and human qualities that combine to create an environment that is safe and healthy and that promotes optimum learning for young children ages birth through 8.  Coreq(s): ECED 2010 or departmental consent [F] Note(s): There are no level of preparedness requirements in any subject for this course.


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  • ECED 2340 - Family Dynamics and Community Involvement

    (3)
    Family Dynamics and Community Involvement is study of the role of the family and community in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth of the child ages birth through eight. Topics include the benefits of, and strategies for developing positive reciprocal relationships with families in an early childhood setting. Field experience is required. [F, S] Note(s): There are no level of preparedness requirements in any subject for this course.


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  • ECED 2360 - Development of Exceptional Children

    (3)
    Development of Exceptional Children explores practices that early childhood professionals can apply to develop a more inclusive and accessible environment for children ages birth through eight. It provides students with skills to include children of all abilities through appropriate arrangement of the environment. The course includes strategies for developing strong relationships with families and other community agencies. Field experience is required. [F, S]


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  • ECED 2365 - Final Practicum

    (3)
    Final Practicum is a supervised clinical experience with a minimum of 15 clock hours in instruction and 90 clock hours in a Clinical Site approved by the Department (accredited agency, 3-star, or Department-approved site). Up to 45 hours may be completed in the student’s employment site with Department approval. Focuses on the student’s demonstration of competencies that produce positive developmental outcomes for young children ages birth through eight. Prereq(s): ECED 2130 or departmental consent [S]


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  • ECED 2370 - Developmental Assessment

    (3)
    Developing competency in screening children for developmental problems; community support programs and referral procedures; includes field component. Prereq(s): ECED 2020; or departmental consent [S]


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  • ECED 2380 - Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood

    (3)
    Language and Literacy in Early Childhood focuses on research-based principles and practices for providing young children ages birth through eight with a strong foundation in language and literacy, using a developmentally appropriate approach. Field experience is required. [S]


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