# Richland Community College — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-23T16:59:18.016Z from a crawl of richland.edu. 835 records (151 programs · 684 courses · 0 resource pages). > > Built and maintained by Team Tailwind (https://teamtailwind.com), an AI-native higher-ed advisory firm. # Associate in Arts **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - AFAM 100 — Intro to African American Studies - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 101 — Introduction to Drawing 1 - ART 102 — Introduction to Drawing 2 - ART 111 — Design 1 - ART 112 — Design 2 - ART 113 — Figure Drawing 1 - ART 114 — Figure Drawing 2 - ART 117 — Painting 1 - ART 118 — Painting 2 - ART 121 — Ceramics 1 - ART 122 — Ceramics 2 - ART 123 — Watercolor 1 - ART 124 — Watercolor 2 - ART 125 — Photography 1: Black and White - ART 126 — Photography 2: Black and White - ART 127 — Digital Photography 1 - ART 129 — Digital Photography 2 - ART 151 — Computer Graphics 1 - ART 152 — Computer Graphics 2 - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry - CHEM 106 — Chemistry in Everyday Life - CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 - CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - COMM 130 — Interpersonal Communications - COMM 240 — Intercultural Communications - COMM 250 — Argumentation and Debate - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 220 — Exceptional Child - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature - ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender - ENGL 162 — Children's Literature - ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 - ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century - ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare - ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature - GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation - HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIST 271 — History of Japan - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 112 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 2 - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - MATH 116 — College Algebra - MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 - MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 - MATH 160 — Finite Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences - MATH 171 — Concepts of Statistics - MATH 190 — Calculus for Business & Social Science - MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 - PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - SIGN 101 — American Sign Language 1 - SIGN 102 — American Sign Language 2 - SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture - SIGN 201 — American Sign Language 3 - SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/baccalaureate-transfer-programs/associate-in-arts-aa-degree-0001 --- # Associate in Science **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - AFAM 100 — Intro to African American Studies - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 102 — Concepts of Biology 2 - BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - BIOL 220 — Microbiology - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - CCS 115 — Intro to Carbon Capture & Storage - CCS 275 — Advanced Sequestration Applications - CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry - CHEM 106 — Chemistry in Everyday Life - CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 - CHEM 132 — General Chemistry 2 - CHEM 201 — Organic Chemistry 1 - CHEM 202 — Organic Chemistry 2 - CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - CS 230 — Event-Driven Programming - CS 251 — Object-Oriented Programming - CS 281 — Adv. Object-Oriented Programming - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 220 — Exceptional Child - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature - ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender - ENGL 162 — Children's Literature - ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 - ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century - ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare - ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature - GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation - HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIST 271 — History of Japan - HORT 100 — Horticulture Science - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 112 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 2 - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - MATH 116 — College Algebra - MATH 117 — Trigonometry - MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 - MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 - MATH 160 — Finite Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences - MATH 171 — Concepts of Statistics - MATH 190 — Calculus for Business & Social Science - MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 - MATH 230 — Differential Equations - PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 102 — Introduction to Physics 2 - PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion - PHYS 152 — Electricity and Magnetism - PHYS 153 — Thermodynamics and Modern Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture - SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/baccalaureate-transfer-programs/associate-in-science-as-degree-0002 --- # Associate in Fine Arts **Degree** ## Courses - AFAM 100 — Intro to African American Studies - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 101 — Introduction to Drawing 1 - ART 102 — Introduction to Drawing 2 - ART 111 — Design 1 - ART 112 — Design 2 - ART 113 — Figure Drawing 1 - ART 117 — Painting 1 - ART 118 — Painting 2 - ART 121 — Ceramics 1 - ART 122 — Ceramics 2 - ART 123 — Watercolor 1 - ART 124 — Watercolor 2 - ART 125 — Photography 1: Black and White - ART 126 — Photography 2: Black and White - ART 127 — Digital Photography 1 - ART 151 — Computer Graphics 1 - ART 152 — Computer Graphics 2 - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry - CHEM 106 — Chemistry in Everyday Life - CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 - CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature - ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender - ENGL 162 — Children's Literature - ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 - ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century - ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare - ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature - GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation - HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIST 271 — History of Japan - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 112 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 2 - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 - MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 - MATH 160 — Finite Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences - MATH 171 — Concepts of Statistics - MATH 190 — Calculus for Business & Social Science - MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 - PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture - SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/baccalaureate-transfer-programs/associate-in-fine-arts-afa-degree-0004 --- # Associate in Engineering Science **Degree** ## Courses - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 - CHEM 132 — General Chemistry 2 - CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 - CS 251 — Object-Oriented Programming - CS 281 — Adv. Object-Oriented Programming - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature - ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender - ENGL 162 — Children's Literature - ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 - ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century - ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare - ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature - ENGR 110 — Engineering Graphics - ENGR 211 — Statics - ENGR 212 — Dynamics - GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 - HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation - HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIST 271 — History of Japan - MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 - MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 - MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 - MATH 230 — Differential Equations - PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion - PHYS 152 — Electricity and Magnetism - PHYS 153 — Thermodynamics and Modern Physics - SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture - SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/baccalaureate-transfer-programs/associate-in-engineering-science-aes-degree-0003 --- # General Education Core Curriculum ## Courses - AFAM 100 — Intro to African American Studies - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 102 — Concepts of Biology 2 - BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry - CHEM 106 — Chemistry in Everyday Life - CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 - CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature - ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender - ENGL 162 — Children's Literature - ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 - ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century - ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare - ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature - GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation - HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIST 271 — History of Japan - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 112 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 2 - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 - MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 - MATH 160 — Finite Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences - MATH 171 — Concepts of Statistics - MATH 190 — Calculus for Business & Social Science - MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 - PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture - SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/baccalaureate-transfer-programs/general-education-core-curriculum-0537 --- # Accounting Accounting The Accounting AAS program prepares students for entry-level positions such as bookkeeper, accounting clerk, assistant auditor, or income tax preparer. These positions help companies manage their financial data. These positions exist in most companies, in bookkeeping and accounting firms, and in government organizations. In larger organizations, positions may be specialized such as payroll clerk, accounts receivable clerk, or accounts payable clerk. This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Sample Job Titles Ac… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/accounting --- # Accounting Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - ACCT 105 — Intro to Nonprofit Accouting - ACCT 107 — Accounting for Payroll - ACCT 201 — Intermediate Accounting 1 - ACCT 202 — Intermediate Accounting 2 - ACCT 206 — Computerized Accounting Applications - ACCT 210 — Tax Accounting - ACCT 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar - ACCT 295 — Special Advanced Projects - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - BUS 232 — Business Law & Ethics - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - IT 120 — Spreadsheet Applications - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/accounting/accounting-associate-in-applied-science-0040 --- # Basic Accounting Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - ACCT 107 — Accounting for Payroll - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - IT 120 — Spreadsheet Applications - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/accounting/basic-accounting-certificate-035c --- # Accounting Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - ACCT 105 — Intro to Nonprofit Accouting - ACCT 107 — Accounting for Payroll - ACCT 201 — Intermediate Accounting 1 - ACCT 202 — Intermediate Accounting 2 - ACCT 206 — Computerized Accounting Applications - ACCT 210 — Tax Accounting - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - BUS 232 — Business Law & Ethics - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - IT 120 — Spreadsheet Applications - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/accounting/accounting-specialist-certificate-035a --- # Advanced Accounting Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - ACCT 105 — Intro to Nonprofit Accouting - ACCT 107 — Accounting for Payroll - ACCT 201 — Intermediate Accounting 1 - ACCT 206 — Computerized Accounting Applications - ACCT 210 — Tax Accounting - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - IT 120 — Spreadsheet Applications - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/accounting/advanced-accounting-certificate-035b --- # Agriculture Agriculture Agribusiness Associate in Applied Science (2063) Agronomy Associate in Applied Science (2065) Horticulture Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/agriculture --- # Sustainable Agriculture Specialty ## Courses - ACCT 100 — Accounting Fundamentals - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HORT 100 — Horticulture Science - HORT 125 — Integrated Pest Management - HORT 202 — Vegetable Crop Production - HORT 211 — Horticulture Mechanics - HORT 226 — Fruit Production - HORT 231 — Bedding and Plant Production - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 116 — College Algebra Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/agriculture/agribusiness/sustainable-agriculture-specialty --- # Agronomy Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry - CHEM 106 — Chemistry in Everyday Life - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 116 — College Algebra - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/agriculture/agronomy-associate-in-applied-science-2065 --- # Horticulture Horticulture This program is designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career in the horticulture, greenhouse, or landscaping sector. Landscaping is a profession that combines the creativity of design with the knowledge of science and the practical experience of making projects successful. Students will gain thorough knowledge and practical experience in landscape design, landscape maintenance, greenhouse production, integrated pest management, tree and shrub maintenance, mechanics, and landscape construction. Sample Job Titles Landscape Designer, Landscape Construction Foreman, Gol… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/agriculture/horticulture --- # Horticulture Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HORT 100 — Horticulture Science - HORT 110 — Turf Management - HORT 120 — Landscape Plant Identification - HORT 121 — Landscape Design Principles - HORT 125 — Integrated Pest Management - HORT 200 — Perennial Plant Material - HORT 211 — Horticulture Mechanics - HORT 215 — Landscape Design Applications - HORT 221 — Landscape Construction - HORT 231 — Bedding and Plant Production - HORT 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar - HORT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/agriculture/horticulture/horticulture-associate-in-applied-science-0108 --- # Landscape and Turf Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - HORT 110 — Turf Management - HORT 120 — Landscape Plant Identification - HORT 121 — Landscape Design Principles - HORT 125 — Integrated Pest Management - HORT 211 — Horticulture Mechanics - HORT 215 — Landscape Design Applications - HORT 221 — Landscape Construction Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/agriculture/horticulture/landscape-and-turf-certificate-108c --- # Greenhouse Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - HORT 100 — Horticulture Science - HORT 125 — Integrated Pest Management - HORT 200 — Perennial Plant Material - HORT 231 — Bedding and Plant Production Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/agriculture/horticulture/greenhouse-certificate-108b --- # American Sign Language/Interpreting American Sign Language/Interpreting Enrollment in the American Sign Language/Interpreting AAS and related certificates is suspended. Richland will not admit new students into this degree program. Students enrolled in the degree program prior to June 1, 2020, will have until August 1, 2022, to complete all Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/american-sign-language-interpreting --- # Business Business The Business program provides students with both specialty and technical core courses in business and management that apply to either the certificates or the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Business. The program is versatile in its use, with most students seeking entry-level management and marketing positions in a variety of settings. This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Sample Job Titles Supervisor, Manager, Team Leader, Salesperson, Agent, Customer Service Representative Available Degrees and… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/business --- # Business Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 200 — Customer Service Fundamentals - BUS 225 — Small Business Development - BUS 228 — Global Topics in Business - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - BUS 232 — Business Law & Ethics - BUS 240 — Marketing Fundamentals - BUS 245 — Advertising and Sales Promotion - BUS 283 — Finance and Insurance - BUS 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar - BUS 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/business/business-associate-in-applied-science-038c --- # Basic Business Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/business/basic-business-certificate-038k --- # Entrepreneurship Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 225 — Small Business Development - BUS 228 — Global Topics in Business - BUS 283 — Finance and Insurance - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/business/entrepreneurship-certificate-038h --- # Management Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 200 — Customer Service Fundamentals - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/business/management-certificate-038g --- # Marketing Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 225 — Small Business Development - BUS 228 — Global Topics in Business - BUS 240 — Marketing Fundamentals - BUS 245 — Advertising and Sales Promotion - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/business/marketing-certificate-038i --- # Network Technology Network Technology This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Sample Job Titles Network Administrator, IT User Support, Computer Systems Administrator, Information Systems Support Specialist, Information Systems Technical Support, Network Security Specialist, Network Designer Available Degrees and Certificates Network Technology Associate in Applied Science (2076) Network Specialist Certificate (011K) COMPTIA A+ Prep Certificate (207A) COMPTIA Network+ Preparation Certificate (011C) COMPTIA Security+ Preparation Certificat… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology --- # Network Technology Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 131 — Programming Logic - IT 140 — Introduction to Networking - IT 141 — Networking Fundamentals - IT 173 — A+ Computer Technologies - IT 221 — Database Design Using SQL - IT 241 — Network Routing Technologies - IT 242 — Wireless Networking - IT 245 — Network Security - IT 247 — Virtualization Fundamentals - IT 271 — Windows Server Operating Systems - IT 273 — Managing Windows Networks - IT 285 — Systems Analysis and Design - IT 290 — Work Experience Practicum - IT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Projects - IT 297 — Emerging Technologies - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 116 — College Algebra - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology/network-technology-associate-in-applied-science-2076 --- # Network Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 141 — Networking Fundamentals - IT 173 — A+ Computer Technologies - IT 221 — Database Design Using SQL - IT 241 — Network Routing Technologies - IT 242 — Wireless Networking - IT 245 — Network Security - IT 246 — Voice Over IP Fundamentals - IT 247 — Virtualization Fundamentals - IT 271 — Windows Server Operating Systems - IT 273 — Managing Windows Networks - IT 285 — Systems Analysis and Design - IT 290 — Work Experience Practicum - IT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Projects - IT 297 — Emerging Technologies Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology/network-specialist-certificate-011k --- # COMPTIA A+ Prep Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 140 — Introduction to Networking - IT 141 — Networking Fundamentals - IT 173 — A+ Computer Technologies - IT 271 — Windows Server Operating Systems - IT 272 — Linux Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology/comptia-a-prep-certificate-207a --- # COMPTIA Network+ Preparation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - IT 140 — Introduction to Networking - IT 141 — Networking Fundamentals - IT 173 — A+ Computer Technologies - IT 241 — Network Routing Technologies - IT 242 — Wireless Networking - IT 247 — Virtualization Fundamentals - IT 271 — Windows Server Operating Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology/comptia-network-preparation-certificate-011c --- # COMPTIA Security+ Preparation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - IT 140 — Introduction to Networking - IT 141 — Networking Fundamentals - IT 241 — Network Routing Technologies - IT 242 — Wireless Networking - IT 245 — Network Security - IT 247 — Virtualization Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology/comptia-security-preparation-certificate-011n --- # Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - IT 141 — Networking Fundamentals - IT 241 — Network Routing Technologies - IT 242 — Wireless Networking - IT 247 — Virtualization Fundamentals - IT 271 — Windows Server Operating Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology/cisco-ccna-preparation-certificate-011b --- # Microsoft Professional Preparation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 173 — A+ Computer Technologies - IT 271 — Windows Server Operating Systems - IT 272 — Linux Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/network-technology/microsoft-professional-preparation-certificate-011t --- # Software Applications Programming Software Applications Programming This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Sample Job Titles Programmer, Programmer/Analyst, Data Modeler, Database Designer, Systems Analyst, Website Designer, Web Consultant, Web Applications Developer Available Degrees and Certificates Software Applications Programming Associate in Applied Science (0098) Object-Oriented Programming Certificate (011R) Programming Specialist Certificate (011G) Web Programming Certificate (011S) Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/software-applications-programming --- # Software Applications Programming Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - CS 230 — Event-Driven Programming - CS 251 — Object-Oriented Programming - CS 281 — Adv. Object-Oriented Programming - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 131 — Programming Logic - IT 140 — Introduction to Networking - IT 153 — Web Development - IT 173 — A+ Computer Technologies - IT 218 — Ethical Hacking - IT 221 — Database Design Using SQL - IT 253 — Mobile Apps Development - IT 282 — Dynamic Web Development - IT 285 — Systems Analysis and Design - IT 290 — Work Experience Practicum - IT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Projects - IT 297 — Emerging Technologies - MATH 116 — College Algebra - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/software-applications-programming/software-applications-programming-associate-in-applied-science-0098 --- # Object-Oriented Programming Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - CS 230 — Event-Driven Programming - CS 251 — Object-Oriented Programming - CS 281 — Adv. Object-Oriented Programming - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 131 — Programming Logic - IT 221 — Database Design Using SQL - IT 253 — Mobile Apps Development - IT 282 — Dynamic Web Development Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/software-applications-programming/object-oriented-programming-certificate-011r --- # Programming Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - CS 230 — Event-Driven Programming - CS 251 — Object-Oriented Programming - CS 281 — Adv. Object-Oriented Programming - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 131 — Programming Logic - IT 153 — Web Development - IT 221 — Database Design Using SQL - IT 253 — Mobile Apps Development - IT 282 — Dynamic Web Development Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/software-applications-programming/programming-specialist-certificate-011g --- # Web Programming Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology - IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems - IT 131 — Programming Logic - IT 153 — Web Development - IT 221 — Database Design Using SQL - IT 282 — Dynamic Web Development Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/computer-and-information-science/software-applications-programming/web-programming-certificate-011s --- # Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals - CRJ 112 — Investigative Report Writing - CRJ 113 — Fund of Investigations & Reporting - CRJ 114 — Criminal Law - CRJ 116 — Probation/Parole - CRJ 125 — Patrol Procedures - CRJ 128 — Corrections Fundamentals - CRJ 200 — Youth, The Law & Police Intervention - CRJ 210 — Law Enforcement & Community Relations - CRJ 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar - CRJ 295 — Special Projects - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/criminal-justice/criminal-justice-associate-in-applied-science-0020 --- # Correctional Officer Basic Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals - CRJ 114 — Criminal Law - CRJ 128 — Corrections Fundamentals - HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/criminal-justice/correctional-officer-basic-certificate-019d --- # Correctional Officer Advanced Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals - CRJ 112 — Investigative Report Writing - CRJ 113 — Fund of Investigations & Reporting - CRJ 114 — Criminal Law - CRJ 116 — Probation/Parole - CRJ 128 — Corrections Fundamentals - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/criminal-justice/correctional-officer-advanced-certificate-019b --- # Emergency Telecommunications Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals - CRJ 112 — Investigative Report Writing - CRJ 113 — Fund of Investigations & Reporting - CRJ 125 — Patrol Procedures - HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/criminal-justice/emergency-telecommunications-specialist-certificate-019c --- # Patrol Officer Basic Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals - CRJ 112 — Investigative Report Writing - CRJ 113 — Fund of Investigations & Reporting - CRJ 114 — Criminal Law - CRJ 125 — Patrol Procedures - HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/criminal-justice/patrol-officer-basic-certificate-019f --- # Patrol Officer Advanced Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals - CRJ 112 — Investigative Report Writing - CRJ 113 — Fund of Investigations & Reporting - CRJ 114 — Criminal Law - CRJ 116 — Probation/Parole - CRJ 128 — Corrections Fundamentals - CRJ 200 — Youth, The Law & Police Intervention - CRJ 210 — Law Enforcement & Community Relations - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/criminal-justice/patrol-officer-advanced-certificate-0019 --- # Probation and Parole Officer Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals - CRJ 112 — Investigative Report Writing - CRJ 113 — Fund of Investigations & Reporting - CRJ 114 — Criminal Law - CRJ 116 — Probation/Parole - HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/criminal-justice/probation-and-parole-officer-certificate-019e --- # Culinary Arts Culinary Arts The Culinary Arts Program prepares individuals for an exciting career as a chef, cook, and/or food preparation worker for a variety of hospitality industries, including hotels, restaurants, convention centers, hospitals, and corporate dining facilities. The Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/culinary-arts --- # Culinary Arts Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 105 — Culinary Fundamentals - CA 115 — Culinary Applications - CA 120 — Baking and Pastry Fundamentals - CA 150 — Culinary Math - CA 200 — Meat, Poultry, and Fish - CA 210 — Garde Manger - CA 220 — Advanced Baking and Pastry - CA 230 — International Cuisine - CA 250 — Restaurant Fundamentals - CA 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar - CA 295 — Special Advanced Projects - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - HOSP 104 — Purchasing & Product Identification - HOSP 202 — Hospitality Nutrition - HOSP 203 — Bar & Beverage Management - HOSP 204 — Dining Room Management - HOSP 205 — Cost Management - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/culinary-arts/culinary-arts-associate-in-applied-science-2200 --- # Baking and Pastry Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 105 — Culinary Fundamentals - CA 115 — Culinary Applications - CA 120 — Baking and Pastry Fundamentals - CA 150 — Culinary Math - CA 220 — Advanced Baking and Pastry - HOSP 104 — Purchasing & Product Identification Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/culinary-arts/baking-and-pastry-certificate-220c --- # Chef’s Assistant Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 105 — Culinary Fundamentals - CA 115 — Culinary Applications - CA 120 — Baking and Pastry Fundamentals - CA 150 — Culinary Math - CA 200 — Meat, Poultry, and Fish - CA 210 — Garde Manger - CA 220 — Advanced Baking and Pastry - CA 230 — International Cuisine Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/culinary-arts/chef-s-assistant-certificate-220b --- # Culinary Management Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 105 — Culinary Fundamentals - CA 115 — Culinary Applications - CA 120 — Baking and Pastry Fundamentals - CA 150 — Culinary Math - CA 200 — Meat, Poultry, and Fish - CA 210 — Garde Manger - CA 220 — Advanced Baking and Pastry - CA 230 — International Cuisine - CA 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar - HOSP 104 — Purchasing & Product Identification - HOSP 202 — Hospitality Nutrition - HOSP 203 — Bar & Beverage Management - HOSP 204 — Dining Room Management - HOSP 205 — Cost Management Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/culinary-arts/culinary-management-certificate-220a --- # Food Preparation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 105 — Culinary Fundamentals - CA 115 — Culinary Applications - CA 150 — Culinary Math Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/culinary-arts/food-preparation-certificate-220d --- # Hospitality Management Hospitality Management The Hospitality Management Program prepares students for career-track positions in the restaurant, catering, and institutional food service fields. Courses are offered in five areas: risk management, cost control and revenue management, human resources, marketing management, and operations management. This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Sample Job Titles General Manager, Assistant Manager, Bake Shop Manager, Kitchen Manager, Catering Manager, Banquet Manager, Dining Room Manager Available Degr… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/hospitality-management --- # Hospitality Management Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 100 — Accounting Fundamentals - BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 200 — Customer Service Fundamentals - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - BUS 240 — Marketing Fundamentals - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 150 — Culinary Math - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HOSP 104 — Purchasing & Product Identification - HOSP 108 — Intro to Hospitality Industry - HOSP 115 — Menu Planning - HOSP 202 — Hospitality Nutrition - HOSP 203 — Bar & Beverage Management - HOSP 204 — Dining Room Management - HOSP 205 — Cost Management - HOSP 215 — Catering & Banquet Management - HOSP 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/hospitality-management/hospitality-management-associate-in-applied-science-0121 --- # Food Service Management Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BUS 200 — Customer Service Fundamentals - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - HOSP 104 — Purchasing & Product Identification - HOSP 108 — Intro to Hospitality Industry - HOSP 115 — Menu Planning - HOSP 202 — Hospitality Nutrition - HOSP 203 — Bar & Beverage Management - HOSP 204 — Dining Room Management - HOSP 205 — Cost Management - HOSP 215 — Catering & Banquet Management - PREL 110 — Supervision Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/hospitality-management/food-service-management-certificate-012c --- # Hospitality Management Fundamentals Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 150 — Culinary Math - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HOSP 108 — Intro to Hospitality Industry - HOSP 115 — Menu Planning - PREL 110 — Supervision Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/hospitality-management/hospitality-management-fundamentals-certificate-012a --- # Hospitality Operations Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BUS 110 — Business Mathematics - BUS 231 — Business Law Principles - CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts - CA 150 — Culinary Math - HOSP 104 — Purchasing & Product Identification - HOSP 108 — Intro to Hospitality Industry - HOSP 115 — Menu Planning - HOSP 205 — Cost Management Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/culinary-arts-and-hospitality-management/hospitality-management/hospitality-operations-certificate-012b --- # Drafting and Design Engineering Drafting and Design Engineering Enrollment in the Drafting & Design Engineering AAS and related certificates is suspended. Richland will not admit new students into this degree program. Students enrolled in the degree program prior to June 1, 2020, will have until August 1, 2021, to complete all Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/drafting-and-design-engineering --- # Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education Childcare and preschool teacher assistants and workers play a vital role in the development of children. What children learn and experience during their early years can shape their views of themselves and the world and can affect their later success or failure in school, work, and their personal lives. Richland Community College is entitled by Gateways to Opportunities to offer the ECE Credentials Level 2 and 3. The ECE Credential Level 2 is aligned with the Basic Certificate and the ECE Credential Level 3 is aligned with the Advanced Certificate. The Illinois Gatewa… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/early-childhood-education --- # Early Childhood Education Basic ## Courses - ECE 101 — Intro to Early Childhood Education - ECE 103 — Child Guidance - ECE 110 — Health, Nutrition, and Safety for Young Children - ECE 203 — Child, Family, and Community - ECE 210 — Curriculum Design for Early Childhood - ECE 215 — Child Development Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/early-childhood-education/early-childhood-education-basic-certificate-2135 --- # Early Childhood Education Advanced ## Courses - ECE 101 — Intro to Early Childhood Education - ECE 103 — Child Guidance - ECE 110 — Health, Nutrition, and Safety for Young Children - ECE 113 — Art, Music & Drama for Young Children - ECE 117 — Math for Young Children - ECE 203 — Child, Family, and Community - ECE 210 — Curriculum Design for Early Childhood - ECE 215 — Child Development - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/early-childhood-education/early-childhood-education-advanced-2137 --- # Engineering Technology ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology --- # Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science **Degree** Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science (3000) Articulated AAS Degree Programs Articulated programs are designed for Richland students who intend to transfer to another institution to complete a four-year degree after earning an associate in applied science degree at Richland. Success Coaches and other staff in the Student Success Center provide extensive transfer information on Richland’s associate in applied science degree transfer Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000 --- # CNC Technology Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 150 — Machining Fundamentals - ENGT 151 — Cutting & Workholding - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control - ENGT 200 — Industrial Materials - ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals - ENGT 250 — CNC Turning - ENGT 251 — CNC Milling - ENGT 252 — CAM Applications - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/cnc-technology-specialty --- # Electrical Systems Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 210 — PLC Fundamentals - ENGT 211 — PLC Applications & Data Acquisiton - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals - ENGT 214 — Motion Control Applications - ENGT 215 — Motion Control Systems - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/electrical-systems-specialty --- # Facilities Maintenance Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals - HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation - HVAC 130 — Electricity Fundamentals - HVAC 132 — Control Applications - HVAC 140 — Troubleshooting Air ConditioningSystems - HVAC 242 — Residential Heating Systems - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/facilities-maintenance-specialty --- # Fluid Power Systems Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 233 — Lubrication Systems - ENGT 234 — Pump Applications - ENGT 240 — Hydraulic Applications - ENGT 241 — Pneumatic Applications - ENGT 242 — Fluid Power Systems - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/fluid-power-systems-specialty --- # Instrumentation Systems Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 210 — PLC Fundamentals - ENGT 211 — PLC Applications & Data Acquisiton - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 214 — Motion Control Applications - ENGT 220 — Process Control Applications - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/instrumentation-systems-specialty --- # Machine Repair Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 214 — Motion Control Applications - ENGT 215 — Motion Control Systems - ENGT 230 — Power Transmission Applications - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - ENGT 233 — Lubrication Systems - ENGT 235 — Industrial Machinery Repair - ENGT 242 — Fluid Power Systems - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science - WELD 195 — Industrial Welding Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/machine-repair-specialty --- # Manufacturing Engineering Technology Specialty ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control - ENGT 200 — Industrial Materials - ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals - ENGT 252 — CAM Applications - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/manufacturing-engineering-technology-specialty --- # Mechanical Systems Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 150 — Machining Fundamentals - ENGT 230 — Power Transmission Applications - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - ENGT 233 — Lubrication Systems - ENGT 234 — Pump Applications - ENGT 235 — Industrial Machinery Repair - ENGT 242 — Fluid Power Systems - ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar - ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - ENGT 299 — Systems Integration - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science - WELD 195 — Industrial Welding Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/mechanical-systems-specialty --- # Sequestration Specialty ## Courses - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - CCS 115 — Intro to Carbon Capture & Storage - CCS 275 — Advanced Sequestration Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control - ENGT 210 — PLC Fundamentals - ENGT 220 — Process Control Applications - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 234 — Pump Applications - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/engineering-technology-associate-in-applied-science-3000/sequestration-specialty --- # Building Maintenance Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals - HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/building-maintenance-certificate-300j --- # Certified Production Technician Preparation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/certified-production-technician-preparation-certificate-300r --- # CNC Operator Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 150 — Machining Fundamentals - ENGT 151 — Cutting & Workholding - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control - ENGT 200 — Industrial Materials - ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals - ENGT 250 — CNC Turning - ENGT 251 — CNC Milling Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/cnc-operator-certificate-300a --- # CNC Technology Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 150 — Machining Fundamentals - ENGT 151 — Cutting & Workholding - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control - ENGT 200 — Industrial Materials - ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals - ENGT 250 — CNC Turning - ENGT 251 — CNC Milling - ENGT 252 — CAM Applications - WELD 195 — Industrial Welding Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/cnc-technology-certificate-300c --- # Electrical Systems Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 210 — PLC Fundamentals - ENGT 211 — PLC Applications & Data Acquisiton - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals - ENGT 214 — Motion Control Applications - ENGT 215 — Motion Control Systems - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/electrical-systems-certificate-300d --- # Environmental Sustainability Certificate **Certificate** BIOL 210 CCS 115 CCS 275 Environmental Sustainability Certificate (300S) This certificate is aligned with the AAS Sequestration Specialty. Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - CCS 115 — Intro to Carbon Capture & Storage - CCS 275 — Advanced Sequestration Applications Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/environmental-sustainability-certificate-300s --- # Facilities Maintenance Technician Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals - HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation - HVAC 242 — Residential Heating Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/facilities-maintenance-technician-certificate-300k --- # Fluid Power Systems Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 233 — Lubrication Systems - ENGT 234 — Pump Applications - ENGT 240 — Hydraulic Applications - ENGT 241 — Pneumatic Applications - ENGT 242 — Fluid Power Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/fluid-power-systems-certificate-300e --- # Industrial Maintenance Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/industrial-maintenance-certificate-300b --- # Instrumentation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 210 — PLC Fundamentals - ENGT 211 — PLC Applications & Data Acquisiton - ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems - ENGT 214 — Motion Control Applications - ENGT 220 — Process Control Applications - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/instrumentation-certificate-300f --- # Machine Repair Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 214 — Motion Control Applications - ENGT 215 — Motion Control Systems - ENGT 230 — Power Transmission Applications - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - ENGT 233 — Lubrication Systems - ENGT 235 — Industrial Machinery Repair - ENGT 242 — Fluid Power Systems - WELD 195 — Industrial Welding Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/machine-repair-certificate-300g --- # Manufacturing Engineering Technology Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control - ENGT 200 — Industrial Materials - ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals - ENGT 252 — CAM Applications Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/manufacturing-engineering-technology-certificate-300h --- # Mechanical Systems Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes - ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals - ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 150 — Machining Fundamentals - ENGT 230 — Power Transmission Applications - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - ENGT 233 — Lubrication Systems - ENGT 234 — Pump Applications - ENGT 235 — Industrial Machinery Repair - ENGT 242 — Fluid Power Systems - WELD 195 — Industrial Welding Fundamentals Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/engineering-technology/mechanical-systems-certificate-300i --- # Health Professions Health Professions Emergency Medical Services Health Information Technology Healthcare Documentation Medical Assisting Nursing Radiography Associate in Applied Science (050B) Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science (0056) Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions --- # Emergency Medical Services Emergency Medical Services The Emergency Medical Services Program includes a series of emergency medical services (EMS) courses that lead either to a basic, advanced, or critical care transport certificate or to an associate’s degree in Emergency Medical Services at the Paramedic level. The Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/emergency-medical-services --- # Emergency Medical Services Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology - COMM 130 — Interpersonal Communications - EMS 200 — Introduction to Prehospital Medicine - EMS 201 — Pathophysiology for the Paramedic - EMS 210 — Fundamentals of Clinical Care - EMS 215 — Paramedic Clinical 1 - EMS 220 — Principles of Trauma - EMS 225 — Paramedic Clinical 2 - EMS 230 — Cardiopulmonary Emergencies - EMS 235 — Paramedic Clinical 3 - EMS 240 — Medical Conditions and Management - EMS 245 — Paramedic Clinical 4 - EMS 250 — EMS Special Populations - EMS 255 — Paramedic Clinical 5 - EMS 260 — EMS Operations and Certifications - EMS 265 — Paramedic Clinical 6 - EMS 270 — Paramedic Capstone - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HLTH 140 — Medical Terminology Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/emergency-medical-services/emergency-medical-services-associate-in-applied-science-2071 --- # Emergency Medical Services Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - EMS 200 — Introduction to Prehospital Medicine - EMS 201 — Pathophysiology for the Paramedic - EMS 210 — Fundamentals of Clinical Care - EMS 215 — Paramedic Clinical 1 - EMS 220 — Principles of Trauma - EMS 225 — Paramedic Clinical 2 - EMS 230 — Cardiopulmonary Emergencies - EMS 235 — Paramedic Clinical 3 - EMS 240 — Medical Conditions and Management - EMS 245 — Paramedic Clinical 4 - EMS 250 — EMS Special Populations - EMS 255 — Paramedic Clinical 5 - EMS 260 — EMS Operations and Certifications - EMS 265 — Paramedic Clinical 6 - EMS 270 — Paramedic Capstone Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/emergency-medical-services/emergency-medical-services-certificate-2069 --- # Emergency Medical Technician Certificate **Certificate** EMS 120 EMS 125 Emergency Medical Technician Certificate (2073) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - EMS 120 — Emergency Medical Technician - EMS 125 — EMT Clinical Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/emergency-medical-services/emergency-medical-technician-certificate-2073 --- # Critical Care Transport Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - EMS 280 — Critical Care Transport - EMS 285 — Critical Care Transport Clinical - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/emergency-medical-services/critical-care-transport-certificate-2068 --- # Health Information Technology Health Information Technology The Health Information Technology degree program prepares students for a career in Health Information Technology (HIT). The Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/health-information-technology --- # Health Information Technology Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIT 101 — Intro to HLTH Information Tech 1 - HIT 102 — Intro to HLTH Information Tech 2 - HIT 115 — Computers in Healthcare - HIT 140 — Medical Terminology - HIT 141 — Anatomy and Physiology Fundamentals - HIT 143 — Basic ICD Coding - HIT 215 — Electronic Health Records - HIT 230 — Alternative Healthcare Settings - HIT 240 — Quality Improvement in Healthcare - HIT 241 — Pharmacology Fundamentals - HIT 243 — Basic CPT Coding - HIT 244 — Interpreting Healthcare Records - HIT 245 — Health Info Law & Ethics - HIT 248 — Pathophysiology - HIT 250 — Reimbursement Principles in Healthcare - HIT 290 — Prof Practice Exp - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/health-information-technology/health-information-technology-associate-in-applied-science-2300 --- # Coding Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - HIT 101 — Intro to HLTH Information Tech 1 - HIT 102 — Intro to HLTH Information Tech 2 - HIT 115 — Computers in Healthcare - HIT 140 — Medical Terminology - HIT 141 — Anatomy and Physiology Fundamentals - HIT 143 — Basic ICD Coding - HIT 190 — Coding Professional Practice Exp - HIT 230 — Alternative Healthcare Settings - HIT 241 — Pharmacology Fundamentals - HIT 243 — Basic CPT Coding - HIT 244 — Interpreting Healthcare Records - HIT 248 — Pathophysiology - HIT 250 — Reimbursement Principles in Healthcare Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/health-information-technology/coding-specialist-certificate-230a --- # Healthcare Documentation Healthcare Documentation The Healthcare Documentation program prepares students for a career in the medical transcription, medical editing, and medical scribe fields. The Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/healthcare-documentation --- # Healthcare Documentation Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - HIT 118 — Intro to Healthcare Documentation - HIT 140 — Medical Terminology - HIT 141 — Anatomy and Physiology Fundamentals - HIT 142 — Healthcare Documentation 1 - HIT 215 — Electronic Health Records - HIT 225 — Speech Recognition Technology Editing - HIT 240 — Quality Improvement in Healthcare - HIT 241 — Pharmacology Fundamentals - HIT 242 — Healthcare Documentation 2 - HIT 244 — Interpreting Healthcare Records - HIT 245 — Health Info Law & Ethics - HIT 248 — Pathophysiology - HIT 291 — Transcription Prof Experience - OT 117 — Business Communication Fundamentals - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/healthcare-documentation/healthcare-documentation-associate-in-applied-science-2400 --- # Healthcare Documentation Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - HIT 118 — Intro to Healthcare Documentation - HIT 140 — Medical Terminology - HIT 141 — Anatomy and Physiology Fundamentals - HIT 142 — Healthcare Documentation 1 - HIT 225 — Speech Recognition Technology Editing - HIT 241 — Pharmacology Fundamentals - HIT 242 — Healthcare Documentation 2 - HIT 244 — Interpreting Healthcare Records - HIT 248 — Pathophysiology - HIT 291 — Transcription Prof Experience Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/healthcare-documentation/healthcare-documentation-certificate-240a --- # Medical Assisting Medical Assisting This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Available Degrees and Certificates Medical Assisting Certificate (2500) Phlebotomy Certificate (2502) Forensic Phlebotomy Certificate (2501) Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/medical-assisting --- # Medical Assisting Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - HLTH 140 — Medical Terminology - HLTH 197 — Special Topics in Healthcare - HLTH 220 — Nutrition and Diet Therapy - MA 110 — Medical Office Administration - MA 120 — Reimbursement and Coding - MA 121 — Patient Care - MA 122 — Pharmacology - MA 135 — Clinical Medical Assisting - MATH 099 — Preparatory Math for Gen Ed - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/medical-assisting/medical-assisting-certificate-2500 --- # Phlebotomy Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - MATH 091 — Basic Algebra Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/medical-assisting/phlebotomy-certificate-2502 --- # Forensic Phlebotomy Certificate **Certificate** PHLEB 110 PHLEB 116 Forensic Phlebotomy Certificate (2501) Forensic Phlebotomy is a restricted admission fast-track, hybrid program that prepares selected law enforcement personnel to perform forensic blood draws safely. The program includes theory, lab, and clinical experiences in safe blood collection and handling. Visit https://www.richland.edu/ilepp for details. Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/medical-assisting/forensic-phlebotomy-certificate-2501 --- # Nursing Nursing This is a career and technical education program. Some of the courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Available Degrees and Certificates Nurse Assistant/Aide – CNA (0053) Associate Degree Nursing (0050) LPN to ADN Bridge Program (Bridge Program) Practical Nursing Certificate (050A) Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/nursing --- # Nurse Assistant/Aide – CNA HLTH 141 Nurse Assistant/Aide – CNA (0053) Nurse Assistant Training is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to provide instruction in basic nursing skills in theory, laboratory, and clinical settings. Upon successful completion of all ## Courses - HLTH 141 — Nurse Assistant Training Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/nursing/nurse-assistant-aide-cna-0053 --- # Associate Degree Nursing **Degree** ## Courses - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 105 — History of African American Gospel Music - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - BIOL 220 — Microbiology - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - HLTH 197 — Special Topics in Healthcare - HLTH 290 — Health Internship - HLTH 297 — Advanced Topics in Healthcare - MATH 099 — Preparatory Math for Gen Ed - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - NURS 111 — Nursing Foundations - NURS 112 — Fundamentals of Nursing Practice - NURS 152 — Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing - NURS 154 — Pharmacological Principles for Nursing Practice - NURS 155 — Medical-Surgical Nursing II Care of the Chronically Ill Clie - NURS 206 — Family Health Nursing - NURS 250 — Medical-Surgical III Care of the Surgical Client - NURS 252 — Medical-Surgical IV Care of the Acutely Ill Client - NURS 254 — Transition from Education to Practice Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/nursing/associate-degree-nursing-0050 --- # LPN to ADN Bridge Program ## Courses - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 105 — History of African American Gospel Music - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - BIOL 220 — Microbiology - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - HLTH 197 — Special Topics in Healthcare - HLTH 290 — Health Internship - HLTH 297 — Advanced Topics in Healthcare - MATH 099 — Preparatory Math for Gen Ed - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - NURS 111 — Nursing Foundations - NURS 152 — Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing - NURS 154 — Pharmacological Principles for Nursing Practice - NURS 155 — Medical-Surgical Nursing II Care of the Chronically Ill Clie - NURS 206 — Family Health Nursing - NURS 250 — Medical-Surgical III Care of the Surgical Client - NURS 252 — Medical-Surgical IV Care of the Acutely Ill Client - NURS 254 — Transition from Education to Practice Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/nursing/lpn-to-adn-bridge-program-bridge-program --- # Practical Nursing Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 099 — Preparatory Math for Gen Ed - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - PN 115 — Professional Nursing 1 - PN 118 — Fundamental Nursing Skills - PN 120 — Practical Nursing Concepts 1 - PN 125 — Pharmacology for Practical Nursing - PN 126 — Professional Nursing II - PN 140 — Practical Nursing Concepts II Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/nursing/practical-nursing-certificate-050a --- # Radiography Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - MATH 099 — Preparatory Math for Gen Ed - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World - RADT 101 — Introduction to Radiography - RADT 102 — Radiologic Patient Care - RADT 108 — Radiographic Procedures I - RADT 110 — Principles of Radiography I - RADT 115 — Radiography Clinical I - RADT 118 — Radiographic Procedures II - RADT 120 — Principles of Radiography II - RADT 125 — Radiography Clinical II - RADT 128 — Radiographic Procedures III - RADT 155 — Radiography Clinical III - RADT 215 — Radiography Clinical IV - RADT 218 — Radiographic Procedures IV - RADT 219 — Radiation Protection & Radiobiology - RADT 225 — Radiography Clinical V - RADT 228 — Radiographic Image Analysis - RADT 230 — Radiography Seminar Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/radiography-associate-in-applied-science-050b --- # Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - BIOL 220 — Microbiology - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - HLTH 140 — Medical Terminology Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/health-professions/surgical-technology-associate-in-applied-science-0056 --- # Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration The HVAC&R Program is designed to prepare students for a career in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Toward this end, the comprehensive Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-and-refrigeration --- # Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditions and Refrigeration Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals - HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation - HVAC 130 — Electricity Fundamentals - HVAC 132 — Control Applications - HVAC 140 — Troubleshooting Air ConditioningSystems - HVAC 202 — Residential and Self-Contained Refrigeration - HVAC 204 — Commercial Refrigeration - HVAC 206 — Troubleshooting Refrigeration Systems - HVAC 230 — Motors and Controls - HVAC 240 — Residential Air Conditioning - HVAC 242 — Residential Heating Systems - HVAC 251 — Commercial HVAC/R - HVAC 290 — Work Experience and Seminar - HVAC 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-and-refrigeration/heating-ventilation-air-conditions-and-refrigeration-associate-in-applied-science-058a --- # Commercial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditions and Refrigeration Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals - HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation - HVAC 130 — Electricity Fundamentals - HVAC 132 — Control Applications - HVAC 140 — Troubleshooting Air ConditioningSystems - HVAC 204 — Commercial Refrigeration - HVAC 230 — Motors and Controls - HVAC 240 — Residential Air Conditioning - HVAC 242 — Residential Heating Systems - HVAC 251 — Commercial HVAC/R Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-and-refrigeration/commercial-heating-ventilation-air-conditions-and-refrigeration-certificate-058b --- # Residential Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditions and Refrigeration Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals - HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation - HVAC 130 — Electricity Fundamentals - HVAC 132 — Control Applications - HVAC 140 — Troubleshooting Air ConditioningSystems - HVAC 202 — Residential and Self-Contained Refrigeration - HVAC 230 — Motors and Controls - HVAC 240 — Residential Air Conditioning - HVAC 242 — Residential Heating Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-and-refrigeration/residential-heating-ventilation-air-conditions-and-refrigeration-certificate-058c --- # Residential Installer Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditions and Refrigeration Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals - HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation - HVAC 130 — Electricity Fundamentals - HVAC 132 — Control Applications - HVAC 240 — Residential Air Conditioning - HVAC 242 — Residential Heating Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-and-refrigeration/residential-installer-heating-ventilation-air-conditions-and-refrigeration-certificate-058e --- # Transportation Transportation The Transportation Program is designed for individuals with little or no commercial driving experience. The program consists of a course that includes the Commercial Driver’s License learner’s permit and endorsement preparation, regulations, logbooks, map reading, trip planning, and complete vehicle training to prepare the individual for an entry-level position in the trucking industry. This is a career and technical education program. Some courses may not transfer to four-year institutions. Prerequisites to Apply Able to read and write the English language 18 years of age or o… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/transportation --- # Class ‘B’ License Training CDL 1001 Class ‘B’ License Training (0124) The CDL Class B Truck Driver Training Program is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License. The program covers endorsement preparation, regulations, and complete vehicle (over 26,001 lbs.) training to prepare the individual for an entry-level position in the transportation industry. Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - CDL 1001 — Class "B" License Training Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/transportation/class-b-license-training-0124 --- # Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Automotive Technology Collision Repair Technology Diesel Medium/Heavy Truck Technology Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies --- # Automotive Technology Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 201 — Suspension & Steering Alignment - AUTO 202 — Heating and Air Conditioning - AUTO 203 — Fuel and Emission Systems - AUTO 204 — Engine Repair - AUTO 205 — Manual Drive Train & Axles - AUTO 206 — Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles - AUTO 207 — Advanced Automotive Electronics - AUTO 208 — Automotive Brakes - AUTO 209 — Adv. Driveability Problem Diagnosis - AUTO 290 — Automotive Internship - CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/automotive-technology-associate-in-applied-science-0071 --- # Senior Automotive Repair Technician Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 201 — Suspension & Steering Alignment - AUTO 202 — Heating and Air Conditioning - AUTO 203 — Fuel and Emission Systems - AUTO 204 — Engine Repair - AUTO 205 — Manual Drive Train & Axles - AUTO 206 — Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles - AUTO 207 — Advanced Automotive Electronics - AUTO 208 — Automotive Brakes - AUTO 209 — Adv. Driveability Problem Diagnosis Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/senior-automotive-repair-technician-certificate-0069 --- # Automotive Performance Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 203 — Fuel and Emission Systems - AUTO 207 — Advanced Automotive Electronics - AUTO 209 — Adv. Driveability Problem Diagnosis Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/automotive-performance-specialist-certificate-071b --- # Automotive Brake, Steering, Suspension Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 201 — Suspension & Steering Alignment - AUTO 208 — Automotive Brakes Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/automotive-brake-steering-suspension-specialist-certificate-071c --- # Automotive Transmission and Driveline Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 205 — Manual Drive Train & Axles - AUTO 206 — Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/automotive-transmission-and-driveline-specialist-certificate-071f --- # Automotive HVAC Specialist Certificate **Certificate** AUTO 101 AUTO 102 AUTO 202 Automotive HVAC Specialist Certificate (071D) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 202 — Heating and Air Conditioning Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/automotive-hvac-specialist-certificate-071d --- # Automotive Engine Rebuilder Certificate **Certificate** AUTO 101 AUTO 102 AUTO 204 Automotive Engine Rebuilder Certificate (071E) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 204 — Engine Repair Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/automotive-engine-rebuilder-certificate-071e --- # Automotive Service Specialist Certificate **Certificate** AUTO 101 AUTO 102 Automotive Service Specialist Certificate (071A) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - AUTO 101 — Basic Theory - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/automotive-technology/automotive-service-specialist-certificate-071a --- # Collision Repair Technology Collision Repair Technology The Collision Repair Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions and career advancement in the collision repair industry. This program trains students to repair an automobile correctly, economically, and safely. The program includes diagnostic technologies, welding techniques, shop safety, metal straightening, panel replacement, interior trim and body refinishing, glass replacement, frame straightening, fiber glass repair, aluminum repair, surface preparation, painting techniques, refinishing, and damage estimation. Students will apply their know… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology --- # Collision Repair Technology Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 201 — Suspension & Steering Alignment - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 105 — Damage Estimating & Customer Service - CRT 110 — Painting & Refinishing 1 - CRT 120 — Non-structural Collision Repair 1 - CRT 130 — Structural Collision Repair 1 - CRT 135 — Paint Preparation & Detail - CRT 205 — Mechanical Systems - CRT 210 — Painting & Refinishing 2 - CRT 220 — Non-structural Collision Repair 2 - CRT 230 — Structural Collision Repair 2 - CRT 235 — Stationary & Rolling Glass - CRT 290 — Collision Repair Internship - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 150 — Gas Metal Arc Welding for Auto Body Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/collision-repair-technology-associate-in-applied-science-1010 --- # Collision Glass Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 135 — Paint Preparation & Detail - CRT 235 — Stationary & Rolling Glass Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/collision-glass-specialist-certificate-101f --- # Damage Analysis Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 105 — Damage Estimating & Customer Service - CRT 110 — Painting & Refinishing 1 - CRT 120 — Non-structural Collision Repair 1 - CRT 130 — Structural Collision Repair 1 - CRT 205 — Mechanical Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/damage-analysis-specialist-certificate-101a --- # Mechanical Electrical Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems - AUTO 201 — Suspension & Steering Alignment - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 120 — Non-structural Collision Repair 1 - CRT 205 — Mechanical Systems - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 150 — Gas Metal Arc Welding for Auto Body Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/mechanical-electrical-specialist-certificate-101c --- # Nonstructural Repair Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 120 — Non-structural Collision Repair 1 - CRT 220 — Non-structural Collision Repair 2 - CRT 235 — Stationary & Rolling Glass - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 150 — Gas Metal Arc Welding for Auto Body Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/nonstructural-repair-specialist-certificate-101e --- # Paint and Refinish Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 110 — Painting & Refinishing 1 - CRT 135 — Paint Preparation & Detail - CRT 210 — Painting & Refinishing 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/paint-and-refinish-specialist-certificate-101d --- # Preparation Detailer Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 135 — Paint Preparation & Detail Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/preparation-detailer-specialist-certificate-101g --- # Structural Repair Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AUTO 201 — Suspension & Steering Alignment - CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair - CRT 130 — Structural Collision Repair 1 - CRT 230 — Structural Collision Repair 2 - CRT 235 — Stationary & Rolling Glass - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 150 — Gas Metal Arc Welding for Auto Body Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/collision-repair-technology/structural-repair-specialist-certificate-101b --- # Diesel Medium/Heavy Truck Technology Diesel Medium/Heavy Truck Technology The Diesel Medium/Heavy Truck Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions and career advancement in the diesel truck industry. The maintenance and repair of the modern, more sophisticated diesel engines require highly-skilled mechanics. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to analyze, diagnose, maintain, and repair a variety of vehicular concerns related to diesel trucks, diesel drivability diagnosis, and the following diesel systems: electrical, fuel & emissions, engine & transmission, heating & air condit… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology --- # Diesel Medium/Heavy Truck Technology Associate in Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 115 — Advanced Electrical Systems - DMHT 120 — Diesel Fuel and Emissions - DMHT 125 — Diesel Driveability Diagnosis - DMHT 130 — Diesel Engine Repair - DMHT 135 — Diesel Truck Transmissions - DMHT 200 — Medium/Heavy HVAC - DMHT 210 — Truck Steering, Suspension & Alignment - DMHT 211 — Truck Drive Train System - DMHT 212 — Medium/Heavy Truck Brakes - DMHT 290 — Diesel Truck Internship - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PREL 100 — Human Relations Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology-associate-in-applied-science-1000 --- # Senior Diesel Technician Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 115 — Advanced Electrical Systems - DMHT 120 — Diesel Fuel and Emissions - DMHT 125 — Diesel Driveability Diagnosis - DMHT 130 — Diesel Engine Repair - DMHT 135 — Diesel Truck Transmissions - DMHT 200 — Medium/Heavy HVAC - DMHT 210 — Truck Steering, Suspension & Alignment - DMHT 211 — Truck Drive Train System - DMHT 212 — Medium/Heavy Truck Brakes Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/senior-diesel-technician-certificate-100h --- # Steering and Suspension Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 211 — Truck Drive Train System - DMHT 212 — Medium/Heavy Truck Brakes Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/steering-and-suspension-specialist-certificate-100g --- # Diesel Drive Train Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 135 — Diesel Truck Transmissions - DMHT 211 — Truck Drive Train System Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/diesel-drive-train-specialist-certificate-100f --- # Diesel HVAC Specialist Certificate **Certificate** DMHT 101 DMHT 110 DMHT 200 Diesel HVAC Specialist Certificate (100E) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 200 — Medium/Heavy HVAC Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/diesel-hvac-specialist-certificate-100e --- # Diesel Engine Rebuilder Certificate **Certificate** DMHT 101 DMHT 110 DMHT 135 Diesel Engine Rebuilder Certificate (100D) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 135 — Diesel Truck Transmissions Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/diesel-engine-rebuilder-certificate-100d --- # Diesel Performance Specialist Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 115 — Advanced Electrical Systems - DMHT 120 — Diesel Fuel and Emissions - DMHT 125 — Diesel Driveability Diagnosis Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/diesel-performance-specialist-certificate-100c --- # Diesel Transmission Specialist Certificate **Certificate** DMHT 101 DMHT 110 DMHT 135 Diesel Transmission Specialist Certificate (100B) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems - DMHT 135 — Diesel Truck Transmissions Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/diesel-transmission-specialist-certificate-100b --- # Diesel Service Technician Certificate **Certificate** DMHT 101 DMHT 110 Diesel Service Technician Certificate (100A) Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid. Graduation Requirements ## Courses - DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance - DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/vehicle-maintenance-and-repair-technologies/diesel-medium-heavy-truck-technology/diesel-service-technician-certificate-100a --- # Welding Technology Associate in Applied Science 0032 **Degree** Welding Technology Associate in Applied Science 0032 Please be advised that the Welding Technology program utilizes the Canvas Online Learning Management System and students will need to complete the Canvas Online Student Orientation. Having this online component allows the Welding Technology program to provide self-paced studies on or off campus for students enrolled in any Welding Technology course. Additional Program Considerations Students attending full-time who begin in spring may not finish in a two-year time frame. All AAS degrees include a required minimum of 15 general education cre… Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/welding-technology/welding-technology-associate-in-applied-science-0032 --- # Construction and Pipe Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - PREL 100 — Human Relations - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 101 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 120 — Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 125 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Core Arc Welding (MIG) - WELD 130 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - WELD 135 — Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 140 — Pipe Welding - WELD 145 — Welding Tools and Safety - WELD 190 — Maintenance Repair Welding - WELD 202 — Welder Certification - WELD 208 — Pipefitting Fundamentals - WELD 215 — Pipefitting Applications - WELD 243 — Aluminum and Stainless Steel Welding - WELD 245 — GMAW/FCAW Pipe Welding - WELD 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar - WELD 295 — Workplace Simulation and Project Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/welding-technology/welding-technology-associate-in-applied-science-0032/construction-and-pipe-specialty --- # Industrial and Equipment Specialty ## Courses - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals - ENGT 200 — Industrial Materials - ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals - ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - PHYS 115 — Technical Physics - PREL 100 — Human Relations - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 101 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 120 — Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 125 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Core Arc Welding (MIG) - WELD 130 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - WELD 135 — Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 140 — Pipe Welding - WELD 145 — Welding Tools and Safety - WELD 190 — Maintenance Repair Welding - WELD 202 — Welder Certification - WELD 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar - WELD 295 — Workplace Simulation and Project Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/welding-technology/welding-technology-associate-in-applied-science-0032/industrial-and-equipment-specialty --- # Pipefitting and Pipe Welding Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 101 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 120 — Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 125 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Core Arc Welding (MIG) - WELD 130 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - WELD 135 — Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 140 — Pipe Welding - WELD 145 — Welding Tools and Safety - WELD 202 — Welder Certification - WELD 208 — Pipefitting Fundamentals - WELD 215 — Pipefitting Applications - WELD 243 — Aluminum and Stainless Steel Welding - WELD 245 — GMAW/FCAW Pipe Welding Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/welding-technology/pipefitting-and-pipe-welding-certificate-032b --- # Welding Technician Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 101 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 120 — Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 125 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Core Arc Welding (MIG) - WELD 130 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - WELD 135 — Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 140 — Pipe Welding - WELD 145 — Welding Tools and Safety - WELD 190 — Maintenance Repair Welding - WELD 202 — Welder Certification - WELD 208 — Pipefitting Fundamentals - WELD 215 — Pipefitting Applications Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/welding-technology/welding-technician-certificate-032a --- # Production Welding Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 101 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 120 — Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 125 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Core Arc Welding (MIG) - WELD 130 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding - WELD 135 — Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 140 — Pipe Welding Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/welding-technology/production-welding-certificate-0030 --- # Basic Welding Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading - WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals - WELD 101 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding - WELD 120 — Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/welding-technology/basic-welding-certificate-032c --- # General Education Courses ## Courses - AFAM 100 — Intro to African American Studies - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature - AFAM 105 — History of African American Gospel Music - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 130 — African American Social Movements - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 102 — Concepts of Biology 2 - BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - BIOL 220 — Microbiology - CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry - CHEM 106 — Chemistry in Everyday Life - CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 - CHEM 132 — General Chemistry 2 - CHEM 201 — Organic Chemistry 1 - CHEM 202 — Organic Chemistry 2 - CHIN 101 — Beginning Chinese 1 - CHIN 102 — Beginning Chinese 2 - CHIN 201 — Intermediate Chinese 1 - CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - COMM 110 — Discussion & Group Conference - COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking - COMM 130 — Interpersonal Communications - COMM 140 — Forensic Activities - COMM 201 — Advanced Public Speaking - COMM 240 — Intercultural Communications - COMM 250 — Argumentation and Debate - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 102 — Field Experience in Education - ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo - ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 109 — Principles of Reading - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature - ENGL 120 — Introduction to Creative Writing - ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender - ENGL 162 — Children's Literature - ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century - ENGL 222 — Advanced Creative Writing - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 - ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century - ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare - ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature - GERM 101 — Beginning German 1 - GERM 102 — Beginning German 2 - GERM 201 — Intermediate German 1 - GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation - HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIST 271 — History of Japan - HORT 100 — Horticulture Science - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 111 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 1 - MATH 112 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 2 - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - MATH 116 — College Algebra - MATH 117 — Trigonometry - MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 - MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 - MATH 160 — Finite Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences - MATH 171 — Concepts of Statistics - MATH 190 — Calculus for Business & Social Science - MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 - MATH 230 — Differential Equations - PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 102 — Introduction to Physics 2 - PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion - PHYS 152 — Electricity and Magnetism - PHYS 153 — Thermodynamics and Modern Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SIGN 101 — American Sign Language 1 - SIGN 102 — American Sign Language 2 - SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture - SIGN 201 — American Sign Language 3 - SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science - SPAN 101 — Beginning Spanish 1 - SPAN 102 — Beginning Spanish 2 - SPAN 198 — Selected Topics in Spanish - SPAN 201 — Intermediate Spanish 1 - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/career-and-technical-education-programs/general-education-requirements --- # Associate in Liberal Studies **Degree** ## Courses - AFAM 100 — Intro to African American Studies - AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts - AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature - AFAM 120 — African American Experience - AFAM 140 — African American Women - ART 100 — Art Appreciation - ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art - ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art - ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present - BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 - BIOL 102 — Concepts of Biology 2 - BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology - BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 - BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 - BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology - BIOL 220 — Microbiology - CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry - CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 - CHEM 132 — General Chemistry 2 - CHEM 201 — Organic Chemistry 1 - CHEM 202 — Organic Chemistry 2 - CHIN 101 — Beginning Chinese 1 - CHIN 102 — Beginning Chinese 2 - CHIN 201 — Intermediate Chinese 1 - CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 - COMM 101 — Public Speaking - ECON 231 — Macroeconomics - ECON 232 — Microeconomics - ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom - ED 200 — Educational Psychology - ED 205 — Foundations of Education - ENGL 101 — Composition 1 - ENGL 102 — Composition 2 - ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing - ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature - ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art - ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender - ENGL 162 — Children's Literature - ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century - ENGL 240 — Film and Literature - ENGL 241 — Film History - ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 - ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century - ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare - ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature - GERM 101 — Beginning German 1 - GERM 102 — Beginning German 2 - GERM 201 — Intermediate German 1 - GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 - HIST 101 — United States to 1877 - HIST 102 — United States since 1877 - HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation - HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era - HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan - HIST 202 — Modern East Asia - HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China - HIST 271 — History of Japan - HORT 100 — Horticulture Science - MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics - MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics - MATH 111 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 1 - MATH 112 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 2 - MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics - MATH 116 — College Algebra - MATH 117 — Trigonometry - MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 - MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 - MATH 160 — Finite Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences - MATH 171 — Concepts of Statistics - MATH 190 — Calculus for Business & Social Science - MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 - MATH 230 — Differential Equations - PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics - PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions - PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World - PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 - PHYS 102 — Introduction to Physics 2 - PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion - PHYS 152 — Electricity and Magnetism - PHYS 153 — Thermodynamics and Modern Physics - POLS 100 — People & Politics - POLS 110 — American National Government - POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities - PREL 100 — Human Relations - PREL 110 — Supervision - SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture - SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 - SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science - SPAN 101 — Beginning Spanish 1 - SPAN 102 — Beginning Spanish 2 - SPAN 201 — Intermediate Spanish 1 - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/general-studies/associate-in-liberal-studies-als-degree-0054 --- # Basic Certificate Programs **Certificate** Basic Certificate Programs The full range of courses offered by the College is applicable to the first seven basic certificate programs. Students may develop programs that will meet their specific interests or needs. Community and Civic Development Basic Certificate (0045) Developmental, Preparatory, or Basic Skills Basic Certificate (0049) Health, Safety, and Environment Basic Certificate (0046) Homemaking Basic Certificate (0051) Improving Family Circumstances Basic Certificate (0048) Intellectual and Cultural Studies Basic Certificate (0047) Personal Development Basic Certificate (0052) Source: https://richland.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2021-2022/course-catalog/general-studies/basic-certificate-programs --- # ABE 075 — Pre-beginning General Education Development 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for adults with a reading level of 0-5.9 who need to prepare for General Educational Development coursework. Emphasis in the course is placed on basic reading, writing, and math skills. A placement test is required prior to enrollment. This course is offered tuition free. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of concentration include basic certificate in developmental, preparatory, or basic skills (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ABE 078 — Pre-General Education Development 3 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for adults with a reading level of 6-8.9 who want to prepare for General Educational Development coursework. Emphasis in the course is placed on basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills. A placement test is required prior to enrollment. This course is offered tuition free. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of concentration include basic certificate in developmental, preparatory, or basic skills (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ABE 085 — GED Reading 1 3 credits · 3 hours is an evidence-based reading instruction (EBRI) course designed for students with reading levels 4.0-8.9 to increase foundational reading skills and prepare students for GED Reading 2. The focus is on improving a student's reading abilities through differentiated instruction in alphabetics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Students are instructed primarily in small groups, with each student focusing on content that meets his/her learning needs. Participation in an Adult Education orientation and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. This course is offered tuition free and… --- # ABE 086 — Math Foundations 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students to increase foundational addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills and to prepare students for GED Math 1. Students who take this course receive direct, explicit small group instruction using a multisensory math facts curriculum. Participation in an Adult Education orientation and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. This course is offered tuition free and is repeatable up to three times. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of concentration include basic certifica… --- # ABE 087 — GED Math 1 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students who have mastery of foundational math and have a math level between 4.0-8.9. Topics include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems, decimals, fractions, mixed numbers, estimation, rounding, and basic measurement. Students who take this course receive a combination of explicit class, small group, and individualized instruction. Participation in an Adult Education orientation and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. This course is offered tuition free and is repeatable up to three times. This course is applicable toward all basic cer… --- # ABE 092 — Intro Bridge to Hospitality 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students with reading and/or math levels 4.0 to 8.9 to prepare students for entry-level employment and/or transitioning to post-secondary courses. Course contains instruction in reading, writing, career exploration and critical thinking in the context of hospitality. Soft skills, computer literacy, and hospitality field knowledge development are also addressed. Participation in an Adult Education orientation/registration and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. Individuals with a high school diploma who are basic skills deficient and individuals without a high s… --- # ABE 093 — Intro Bridge to Manufacturing 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students with reading and/or math levels 4.0 to 8.9 to prepare students for entry-level employment and/or transitioning to post-secondary. Course contains instruction in reading, writing, career exploration and critical thinking in the context of manufacturing. Soft skills, computer literacy, and manufacturing field knowledge development are also addressed. Participation in an Adult Education orientation/registration and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. Individuals with a high school diploma who are basic skills deficient and individuals without a high schoo… --- # ABE 094 — Intro Bridge to Healthcare 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students with reading and/or math levels 4.0 to 8.9 to prepare students for entry-level employment and/or transitioning to post-secondary. Course contains instruction in reading, writing, career exploration and critical thinking in the context of healthcare. Soft skills, computer literacy, and healthcare field knowledge development are addressed. Participation in an Adult Education orientation/registration and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. Individuals with a high school diploma who are basic skills deficient and individuals without a high school diploma o… --- # ACCT 100 — Accounting Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to promote success in with an emphasis on the financial statements, accounting cycle, special journals and ledgers, adjustments, accounts receivable and accounts payable, bank reconciliation, inventories, and depreciation. This course is recommended for non-business majors and small business managers. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ACCT 101 — Financial Accounting 4 credits · 4 hours presents accounting as an information system that produces summary financial statements primarily for users external to a business. Emphasis is on applying basic accounting principles, recording, reporting, and interpretation of all four basic financial statements. This course includes coverage of proprietorship, partnership, and corporate forms of organization. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include accounting (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:BUS 903 --- # ACCT 102 — Managerial Accounting Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours presents accounting as an information system useful to internal managers of a business. Emphasis is on product costing, planning and control, and analysis to support business decision making. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include accounting (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:BUS 904 Prerequisites: ACCT 101 --- # ACCT 105 — Intro to Nonprofit Accouting 2 credits · 2 hours provides students with the tools necessary to create and maintain a complete and accurate set of accounting records for a non-profit organization; topics include a discussion of the non-profit environment, an explanation of and practice with journal entries, chart of accounts, and income and expense tracking; how transactions provide current information about cash balances and cash requirements and provide information to management and/or a board of directors for budgeting and other essential tasks; and an overview of alternative record-keeping methodologies and how to make appropriate choice… Prerequisites: ACCT 101 --- # ACCT 107 — Accounting for Payroll 2 credits · 2 hours provides students with the tools necessary to correctly enter and maintain a complete and accurate payroll system; topics include a discussion of the payroll within the context of Illinois state law and regulations; payroll practices and system functions; payroll system procedures, gross pay computation, employee net pay and pay methods; employer payroll taxes and labor planning; the payroll register, employee earnings records, and accounting system entries. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 1.0). Prerequisites: ACCT 101 --- # ACCT 201 — Intermediate Accounting 1 4 credits · 4 hours examines accounting concepts, principles, and theory with an emphasis on the special problems that arise in applying these concepts for external reporting purposes--specifically covering the income statement, balance sheet, and all asset topics. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: ACCT 101 --- # ACCT 202 — Intermediate Accounting 2 4 credits · 4 hours examines accounting concepts, principles, and theory with an emphasis on the special problems that arise in applying these concepts for external reporting purposes--specifically covering liabilities, corporation, taxation, and financial statement analysis topics. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: ACCT 201 --- # ACCT 206 — Computerized Accounting Applications 3 credits · 3 hours provides an in-depth coverage of microcomputer accounting software such as QuickBooks as a tool for performing accounting tasks related to the chart of accounts, business transactions, account reconciliations, payroll, inventory, and accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting for non-profit and for-profit organizations. Also examines the use of microcomputer accounting software as a tool for performing basic financial analysis functions. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ACCT 101, ACCT 105, ACCT 107 --- # ACCT 210 — Tax Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours serves as an introduction to the basic concepts and procedures of federal and state income tax as they pertain to the individual taxpayer and the small business enterprise under the latest amendments to the Internal Revenue Code. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ACCT 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides students the opportunity to apply principles learned in other courses to the work situation by employment in or observation of activities necessary for the student to succeed in the workplace. Students will need to work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # ACCT 295 — Special Advanced Projects 3 credits · 3 hours is designed around an individual or group project that allows the student the opportunity to work on an advanced level in his/her major area of study. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # AFAM 100 — Intro to African American Studies 3 credits · 3 hours surveys the history and culture of African-Americans that introduce students to foundational information on the humanistic approach in the study of African-American heritage, life, struggles, tragedies and successes. The course considers language, literature, the fine and performance arts, historical analyses, religion, philosophy, and the humanities in African-American rich heritage. Successful completion of formal writing assignments is necessary for completion of the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of c… --- # AFAM 103 — African-American Experience through the Arts 3 credits · 3 hours presents a critical, aesthetic, and historical introduction to African-American music, drama, and visual arts as ethnic tradition and as part of the American cultural experience. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts; areas of concentration include African-american studies (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 906D --- # AFAM 104 — African-American Experience Through Literature 3 credits · 3 hours presents a critical and cultural introduction to African-American poetry and prose as ethnic tradition and as part of the American literary experience. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts; areas of concentration include African-american studies (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 910D --- # AFAM 105 — History of African American Gospel Music 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide the student with a practical viewpoint of the role of gospel music in the African-American culture. This course emphasizes the historical legacy behind the music and some of its musicians. Students have the opportunity to look into the lives and souls of a group of people whose only hope was found in the spiritual words of the songs they sang, as well as the connection to the continent of Africa, blues, jazz and jubilee styles of music. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities and fine arts (AAS and ALS only);… --- # AFAM 120 — African American Experience 3 credits · 3 hours surveys African-American heritage from its African roots through the beginning of the civil rights movement and critically examines literature and other products of African American culture. Multiple perspectives are discussed in the areas of history, religion, politics, philosophy, psychology, economics, cultural and social institutions. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts; areas of concentration include African-american studies (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 906D --- # AFAM 130 — African American Social Movements 3 credits · 3 hours surveys social movements of African-Americans through analyzing the challenges and risks in the struggle to gain racial equality in the United States. Multiple perspectives are covered in the study of segregation, the Civil Rights Movement, Niagara Movement, NAACP, Urban League, Pan Africanism, Harlem Renaissance, sit-ins, Freedom Movement, Black Panther Party, Black Arts Movement, Black Women and the Club Movement, and African-American cultural and intellectual movements. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities and fine arts (AAS a… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # AFAM 140 — African American Women 3 credits · 3 hours surveys issues and conditions of African-American women as examined through the impact of socio-political history, the institution of slavery, the humanities, and artistic expressions. Emphasis is placed on identifying and analyzing social trends that impact African-American women in a variety of communities through primary sources. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts; areas of concentration include African-american studies (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 907D --- # AFAM 199 — Special Topics in AFAM Studies 1 credits · 1 hours provides the student an opportunity to participate in selective seminar topics and/or explore field experiences relevant to educational development. The course requires no prior knowledge, but students should have some interest in the seminar topic. This course may be repeated twice with a different topic. Variable credit will reflect a range of time/studies needed to complete projects/studies of varied complexity and depth. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities/fine Arts or social science; areas of concentration include African-a… --- # AGRIC 100 — Intro to Geographic Information Sys 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to the fundamental principles and concepts behind the use and application of geographic information systems (GIS). Emphasis is placed on developing a theoretical background in technology and real-world use of industry standard GIS technology and software. A heavy focus will be placed on theories of special analysis and practical applications of GIS methods and practices. Students will produce maps and will conduct data analysis. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/life & physical science; areas of concentration i… --- # AGRIC 106 — Animal Science 4 credits · 4 hours is an application of the sciences of genetics, physiology and nutrition to the improvement of the animal industries and an introduction to management and production practices. Includes animal breeds, breeding and selection; anatomy, physiology, and nutrition and growth; environment, health and sanitation; products and marketing; production technology and economics; animal behavior; and current issues in animal science. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS only); areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 4… --- # AGRIC 112 — Computer Skills for Agriculture 4 credits · 4 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is an introduction to computer hardware, file manipulation, printers and the use of word processing, electronic presentations and communications, graphics, spreadsheet, database management and web development software. Also includes solution of agriculture data-related problems and use of prepared software and templates. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # AGRIC 116 — Sustainable Agriculture Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours provides a clear perspective on the principles, history, and practices of sustainable agriculture in our local and global communities. Students will be introduced to the economic, environmental and social impacts of agriculture. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the principles of sustainable agriculture as they relate to basic production practices. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # AGRIC 126 — Small Scale Livestock Management 3 credits · 3 hours covers the integration of livestock as part of a sustainable farming system with emphasis on small-scale production for niche markets and pasture. Topics include breed selection, nutrition, and living requirements for livestock such as goats, hogs, sheep, poultry, rabbits, and honey bees. Upon completion, students should recognize appropriate breeds for their farm needs and demonstrate knowledge of small-scale livestock production. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # AGRIC 130 — Crop Science 4 credits · 4 hours examines basic principles of plant growth, including human and environmental influences and the theoretical and practical application of agronomic principles to crop production. Includes the historical and economic importance of crop plants for food, feed, and fiber; origin, classification, and geographic distribution of field crops; environmental factors and agronomic problems; crop plant breeding, growth, development, and physiology; cropping systems and practices; seedbed preparation, tillage, and crop establishment; pests and controls; and harvesting, storing, and marketing practices. Thi… --- # AGRIC 135 — Sales and Marketing of Ag Products 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is an introduction to the skills and knowledge required of agriculture sales representatives. Topics include sales process and merchandising techniques, problem-solution approach to selling, communicating and interacting with customers, advertising, sales management and ethics, and commodity marketing and futures trading. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 155 — Intro to Agricultural Education 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to Agricultural Education programs and delivery systems; state and federal policies; the nature of teaching in school and non-school settings; types and purposes of Agricultural Education; program components; approaches to teaching, teacher characteristics; community relationships; educational change and innovation; trends and developments in Agricultural education. A general study of the nature of Agriculture Education along with its opportunities and responsibilities will be explored. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration incl… --- # AGRIC 195 — Contemporary Issues in AgriBusiness 3 credits · 3 hours provides an introduction to issues and career opportunities in agriculture focusing on but not limited to agribusiness. Topics may include communications, finance, economics, accounting, commodity marketing, and the study of the political landscape of agriculture. An in-depth dialogue and possible field visits will help develop an understanding of the skill sets needed to succeed in each of the different areas discussed. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 196 — Field Experience in Agriculture 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is an opportunity for students to apply knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to a real-world setting via an internship. The internship shall be for a minimum of 225 hours and placement is according to career objectives. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # AGRIC 210 — Soil Science 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to the chemical, physical, and biological properties of soils; the origin, classification, and distribution of soils and their influence on people and food production; the management and conservation of soils; and the environmental impact of soil use. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). IAI:AG 904 Prerequisites: CHEM 100 --- # AGRIC 226 — Pest Management 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is a thorough study of the characteristics of diseases, insects, and weeds that classifies them as a crop pest. Students will learn how to identify common Illinois weeds, insects, diseases, and other plant pests. Additionally, this course will address weed, insect, and disease control with the use of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other management strategies. This course is designed to prepare students for the Commercial Pesticide Applicators Test. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hour… --- # AGRIC 231 — Crop Scouting 3 credits · 3 hours is an in-depth look at crop scouting procedures for corn, soybeans, wheat, and other central Illinois crops. Students will learn how to observe and record crop condition; diagnose weed, disease, and insect problems; determine plant populations; complete yield checks, and based on economic thresholds make recommendations for addressing any problems. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 232 — Agricultural Economics 3 credits · 3 hours applies the principles of economics to agricultural problems and the role of agriculture in the United States and world economies. Includes production principles; production costs, supply, and revenue; profit maximization; consumption and demand; price elasticity; market price determination; and competitive versus noncompetitive market models. Examination of the world food situation, including population growth, world food production trends, trade in agricultural products, and agriculture's role in economic growth; agriculture characteristics and inputs (natural, human, and capital); the mark… --- # AGRIC 235 — Agriculture Business Management 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide students with the management skills and general knowledge necessary to successfully operate profit-based agricultural business operations. Topics include business structure types, buinsess planning, functions of management, managing risks, human resources management, sources and cost of credit, financial record keeping, analyzing budgets, taxes, and agriculturally-based software applications. This course is applicable toward AAS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # AGRIC 242 — Crop Production 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to the production of agronomic crops. Course topics will include seed selection; seedbed preparation; tillage, plant breeding and biotechnology; growth stages and development; harvesting; cropping practices and management strategies; production costs; and profitability. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 251 — Agricultural Commodities 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to help farmers develop marketing skills by determining production costs and understanding the cash and futures markets, to conduct a technical analysis of the markets, and to use these principles to develop a marketing plan for their own operation. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 261 — Precision Agriculture 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to the fundamentals of precision agriculture technology and will provide students with the ability to make data-driven decisions utilizing GPS, GIS, remote sensing, variable rate application, auto-guidance, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), data collection, soil nutrient maps, yield maps, prescription maps, data analysis, and uield monitoring. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 270 — Soil Fertility and Nutrient Mgmt 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is designed to examine all aspects of crop nutrient management. Topics include soil testing, crop nutrient requirements, crop nutrient deficiencies, nutrient movement in soil and water, the chemical properties of fertilizers, reactions of fertilizers in soils, primary nutrients, secondary nutrients, micro-nutrients, fertilizer selection, proper use, and application, lime application and soil pH, and nutrient management planning. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 275 — Crop Management 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is designed to prepare students for the Certified Crop Advisor exam. Topics include crop rotation, tillage systems, hybrid and variety selection, analysis of seed production and technology, plant spacing and population, re-plant decisions, cover crops, harvesting, drying, and storage of crops, and soil and water management. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 280 — GIS Applications in Agriculture 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is designed to provide students with a hands-on experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Course topics include collecting data using drones, mapping, and data analysis. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # AGRIC 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills gained in the academic setting to real work situations. The suitability of the work setting for this practicum is determined through consultation with the Agribusiness and/or Horticulture faculty, the prospective employer, and the student. The work experience should be directly related to the student's desired career objectives and should serve as a supplemental source of learning. Topics to be addressed during the practicum include but are not limited to job performance, relationship to supervisors, time management, recor… --- # AGRIC 292 — Supervised Work-Based Exp in Agric 3 credits · 3 hours is an opportunity for students to apply knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to a real-world setting via an internship. The internship shall be for a minimum 225 hours and placement is according to career objectives. This course is applicable toward AAS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # AGRIC 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student the opportunity to work on a specific project--real or simulated--under the guidance of a full-time faculty mentor. Students are required to present a written proposal to the full-time faculty for consideration. The student must meet to discuss specific objectives, timelines, credit to be allowed, success criteria, and other topics. This is a capstone course and should be taken in the student's final semester. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # ANTHR 101 — Introduction to Anthropology 3 credits · 3 hours is a general introduction to the field of Anthropology - the study of humankind, investigating the origin, nature and cultural activities of the human species. The course examines the discipline's four sub-fields: Archaeology, Physical/Biological Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics. The course examines ethics in the study of humankind, including how to develop and maintain an ethical framework for research as well as applied anthropology. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include ant… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ANTHR 110 — Intro to Cultural Anthropology 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to cultural anthropology, which strives for a holistic and comparative view of human culture. Examples from societies around the world are used to provide the students with a broader perspective of their own culture. This involves examining religion, kinship, technology, political and economic systems, and the process of cultural change. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include anthropology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S1 901N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ART 100 — Art Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours examines the various styles of painting, sculpture, and other visual media with an historical overview. This course is not for fine or graphic art majors. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F2 900 --- # ART 101 — Introduction to Drawing 1 3 credits · 3 hours acquaints the student with the basic concepts and practice of drawing including the study of line, form, space, value, and composition. Subject matter includes still life arrangements and other projects. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). --- # ART 102 — Introduction to Drawing 2 3 credits · 3 hours continues exercises from still life arrangements and other projects. Black and white as well as color media is used. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 101 --- # ART 111 — Design 1 3 credits · 3 hours offers the student orientation in the principles and practice of two-dimensional designing using various media and dealing with the elements of line, color, balance, value, and form. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). --- # ART 112 — Design 2 3 credits · 3 hours involves the study and practice of three-dimensional design and exploration of various tools, materials, and techniques. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 111 --- # ART 113 — Figure Drawing 1 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the drawing of the human figure with activities involving techniques, anatomy, and design in varied media. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 101, ART 102, ART 111, ART 112 --- # ART 114 — Figure Drawing 2 3 credits · 3 hours continues activities involving techniques, anatomy, and design in various media of drawing the human figure. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 113 --- # ART 117 — Painting 1 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the approaches, media, and techniques of painting as a medium of expression. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). --- # ART 118 — Painting 2 3 credits · 3 hours continues exploration of the approaches, media, and techniques of painting as a medium of expression. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 117 --- # ART 121 — Ceramics 1 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to various hand-building techniques, decorative methods, and firing processes. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). --- # ART 122 — Ceramics 2 3 credits · 3 hours is a continuation of various hand-building techniques, decorative methods, and firing processes. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 121 --- # ART 123 — Watercolor 1 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to approaches, techniques, and media of transparent and opaque water-soluble paints. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). --- # ART 124 — Watercolor 2 3 credits · 3 hours continues the approaches, techniques, and media of transparent and opaque water-soluble paints. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 123 --- # ART 125 — Photography 1: Black and White 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to photography, covering fundamentals of film camera, studio, and darkroom techniques. (Students must supply their own fully manual 35mm film cameras. Refer to equipment list for the class.) A minimum of a 50-minute laboratory period per week is required in addition to scheduled class hours. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). --- # ART 126 — Photography 2: Black and White 3 credits · 3 hours is a continuation of . It offers further study and experimentation with film camera, studio, and darkroom techniques. A minimum of a 50-minute laboratory period per week is required in addition to scheduled class hours. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 125 --- # ART 127 — Digital Photography 1 3 credits · 3 hours provides an introduction to the mechanics of making a color image and the use of basic photo manipulation tools to enhance that image for final output using a DSLR camera. Techniques using both computer and hand skills are explored as they pertain to the Prepress/Publication fields. Students will provide their own camera. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, Associate in Liberal Studies; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). --- # ART 129 — Digital Photography 2 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for persons experienced in photography or those interested in improving their current skills with a DSLR camera. Topics cover more advanced aspects of photography and photo manipulation in Adobe Photoshop and formatting for web and electronic display as well as print. Applied learning and critiques of photographs will improve the students' skills. Students will provide their own camera. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, Associate in Liberal Studies; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 127 --- # ART 151 — Computer Graphics 1 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the fundamentals of using the computer as a fine arts and graphic design tool. Effective design concepts and individual expression will be emphasized, as well as acquiring skills necessary to master various drawing, painting, and layout software. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, Associate in Liberal Studies; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 111 --- # ART 152 — Computer Graphics 2 3 credits · 3 hours is an intensive study of computer painting, drawing, photo manipulation, and layout software to produce design pieces for a variety of uses. Fundamentals of layout, symbol, packaging, and advertising design are investigated. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, Associate in Liberal Studies; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 151 --- # ART 171 — Primitive to Medieval Art 3 credits · 3 hours is the study of the enrvironmental, social, religious, cultural and global events that shaped the arts and artists of the Prehistoric, the Ancient Near Eastern, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Medieval periods. An examination of the materials, styles, and subjects of those periods is undertaken through lecture, discussion, and hands-on experiences. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F2 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ART 172 — Renaissance to Rococo Art 3 credits · 3 hours is an introductory course in art history from early Renaissance art and architecture through Baroque, Rococo art and architecture. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F2 902 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ART 173 — Neo-Classical Art to the Present 3 credits · 3 hours is the study of the political, social, philosophical, cultural, and global events that shaped and continue to shape the arts and artists from the Neo-Classical period to the present. An examination of the materials, styles, and subjects of those periods is undertaken through lecture, discussion, and hands-on experiences. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F2 902 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ART 180 — Art Marketing and Entrepreneurship 1 credits · 1 hours introduce students to the basics of portfolio building toward art entrepreneurship, including art marketing (marketing plan, sale selection, use of media and advertising, creation of media pieces, valuations, accounting, adherence to tax and legal codes), exhibition displays for commercial or gallery settings, and portfolio building. The course will include a real project to conduct an art bazaar as hands-on learning experience. Variable credit will reflect a range of time/studies needed to complete projects/studies of varied complexity and depth. This course is applicable toward all certific… --- # ART 199 — Topics in the Fine and Applied Arts 1 credits · 1 hours provides the student an opportunity to engage in a comprehensive study of topics dealing with studio and/or non-studio issues in the fine or applied arts. The course requires no prior depth of knowledge, but it is expected that the student has demonstrated a special interest in the topic. Variable credit will reflect a range of time/studies needed to complete projects/studies of varied complexity and depth. Repeatable two times. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 1.0-3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ART 217 — Digital Painting 3 credits · 3 hours teaches concepts of painting in Photoshop to produce high-quality illustrations used for pitches and IP development in the film and game industries. Course work involves designing and illustrating environments, key frame illustrations, color keys, principles of dramatic lighting, composition, atmospheric perspective, and applying textures. Students will learn and apply elements of traditional painting and sculpting to digital format. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: ART 151 --- # ART 290 — Work Experience/Internship 1 credits · 1 hours allows the student pursuing a degree in Graphic Arts the opportunity to apply the principles learned in course work to the work situation through employment. All internships must be arranged by the instructor and the student and must be approved by the Dean prior to enrollment in the course. Credit for this internship is determined at enrollment based on the ratio of five hours per week in the job setting for each semester hour for credit over a 16-week semester. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include art (credit hours 1.0-3.0, lecture hour… --- # ASE 080 — General Educational Development 5 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to help individuals with a reading level of 9.0-12.9 to prepare for the GED test through a review of reading, writing, and mathematics skills. A placement test is required for enrollment in the course. The course is offered tuition free. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of concentration include basic certificate in developmental, preparatory, or basic skills (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ASE 088 — GED Math 2 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students with a math level between 9 and 12.9. Topics include order of operations, integers, exponents, algebraic expressions, ratios, proportion, percent, basic spatial geometry, probability, statistics, data analysis, and problem solving. Students who take this course receive a combination of explicit class, small group, and individualized instruction. Participation in an Adult Education orientation and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. This course is offered tuition free and is repeatable up to three times. This course is applicable toward all basic certif… --- # ASE 089 — GED Reading 2 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students with reading levels 9-12.9 to prepare students for the GED test and credit-bearing courses. The focus is on increasing reading, writing, critical thinking, and test-taking skills while increasing knowledge in the GED test content areas (social studies, science, literature, and non-fiction). Students are instructed primarily in small groups, with each student focusing on content that meets his/her learning needs. Participation in an Adult Education orientation and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. This course is offered tuition free and is repeatable… --- # ASE 090 — Bridge to Manufacturing 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students with reading levels 9-12.9 and math levels 6 or higher to prepare students for credit-bearing courses in the field of manufacturing. This course contains instruction in reading, writing, career exploration, and critical thinking in the context of manufacturing. Soft skills, technology skills, and manufacturing field knowledge development will also be addressed. Participation in an Adult Education orientation and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. Individuals with a high school diploma who are deficit in basic skills and individuals without a high scho… --- # ASE 091 — Bridge to Health Professions 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students with reading levels 9-12.9 and math levels 6 or higher to prepare students for credit-bearing courses in the field of Health Professions. This course contains instruction in reading, writing, career exploration, and critical thinking in the context of Health Professions. Soft skills, technology skills, and health field knowledge development will also be addressed. Participation in an Adult Education orientation and placement testing are required prior to enrollment. Individuals with a high school diploma who are deficit in basic skills and individuals without a high s… --- # ASTRO 105 — Introduction to Astronomy 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to Astronomy from antiquity to modern times, the solar system, planets, stars, galaxies, evolution of stars, neutron stars, black holes, and cosmology. Includes some evening telescope observations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:P1 906 Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 091 --- # AUTO 101 — Basic Theory 3 credits · 3 hours provides an overview of basic automotive skills and terminology. Students will learn definitions of common automotive terms, proper care and use of tools, and safety precautions and procedures in the shop. In addition, the course provides a general introduction to automotive components and principles, including the engine, its parts and their functions; fuel systems; batteries and cranking systems; ignition systems; suspension, steering, and brakes; manual and automatic transmissions and heating and air conditioning; and electrical systems and principles. This course is applicable toward all… --- # AUTO 102 — Electrical Systems 4 credits · 4 hours is for students with basic automotive and/or electrical knowledge. It covers operations and principles of the electrical and electronic components in the automobile. Students will also learn practical applications in the basic diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical systems. Topics include batteries, electrical and electronic devices, AC and DC charging systems, ignition systems, instruments and accessories, and troubleshooting. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # AUTO 201 — Suspension & Steering Alignment 4 credits · 4 hours introduces the more advanced automotive student to the components and functions of suspension equipment, steering equipment, and braking systems. Classroom work and practical applications provide knowledge and hands-on experience with equipment and operations such as front and rear suspension; shock absorbers; manual and power steering; wheels and tires; wheel alignment and balance; various brake types; antilock braking systems; and brake diagnosis, service, and inspection. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # AUTO 202 — Heating and Air Conditioning 4 credits · 4 hours covers functions and components of automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Students will learn the fundamental operations of cooling systems, heating and ventilating systems, and refrigeration systems. Safety precautions, diagnostic procedures, and cleaning and inspection are also covered. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # AUTO 203 — Fuel and Emission Systems 4 credits · 4 hours introduces the advanced student to the functions and components of advanced fuel injection and turbo and super charging. Through classroom work and hands-on applications, students will become familiar with the following equipment and operations: turbochargers and superchargers; gasoline, diesel, and propane fuels; fuel supply systems; carburetors; fuel injection systems and injectors; gasoline and diesel fuel injection components; exhaust systems; and emission controls and modifications. Students will also be introduced to diagnostic and performance testing procedures. This course is applicab… --- # AUTO 204 — Engine Repair 4 credits · 4 hours covers the diagnostic processes and actual procedures of engine repair. Students learn troubleshooting techniques, service tips, safety rules, and repair methods in the classroom and in hands-on experiences. Topics include basic engine components; engine systems, classifications, and measurements; force and pressure; energy, work and power; externally mounted parts; lubrication systems and principles; cooling systems and principles; and overall engine diagnosis and service procedures. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 7… --- # AUTO 205 — Manual Drive Train & Axles 4 credits · 4 hours covers the terms and components related to manual drive trains and axles. Students study principles and operations of manual transmissions, learning equipment, terms, and safety procedures. Course also includes information on diagnosis and service, cleaning, and inspection. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # AUTO 206 — Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles 4 credits · 4 hours introduces the student to the terms and components involved in maintenance and service of automatic transmissions. Students will study the basic parts and operation of automatic transmissions, including safety tips, service, and diagnostic procedures. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 7.0). --- # AUTO 207 — Advanced Automotive Electronics 4 credits · 4 hours teaches the advanced diagnostic and analytical skills that are needed to service today's high tech, electronically-controlled vehicles properly. Students study electrical and electronic fundamentals, measurement devices, electron and current flow, schematic diagram reading, semiconductors, various transistors and their uses, electronic control modules, and dashboard instruments. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 6.0). Prerequisites: AUTO 102 --- # AUTO 208 — Automotive Brakes 4 credits · 4 hours teaches the advanced diagnostic and analytical skills that are needed to service today's high tech, electronically-controlled anti-lock brake systems properly. Topics include brake types (design and application), braking principles, hydraulic brake systems, power brakes, disc brakes, drum brakes, electric brakes, anti-lock braking systems, and testing and diagnosis of brake systems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # AUTO 209 — Adv. Driveability Problem Diagnosis 4 credits · 4 hours teaches advanced diagnostic and analytical skills that are needed to service today's high tech, computer-controlled engine management systems properly. Students learn intake and fuel system design and application, exhaust and emission systems, carburetors, fuel injection, ignition systems and problem diagnosis, computerized engine controls and circuits, and engine performance diagnosis and troubleshooting. Lab work includes examination, analysis, and diagnosis of various vehicles. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 7.0). Prerequisites: AUTO 102, AUTO 203, AUTO 207 --- # AUTO 290 — Automotive Internship 3 credits · 3 hours provides a student in the Automotive Technology Program the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in other courses to the workplace. The suitability of the work setting will be determined by consultation with the Automotive Technology Coordinator and the prospective employer. Student must work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. Payment of an hourly wage to the intern will be at the option of the employer. Interns will be required to keep a daily log of their activities and to write a report detailing their work study experiences at th… --- # BCON 210 — Mech & Elect Bldg Serv Systems 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the study of the materials and equipment used in the mechanical and electrical service systems of buildings. The student is provided with information on how a modern building operates. This information enables the student to make reasonable preliminary selection of necessary mechanical and electrical equipment. Topics covered include illumination, heat gain and loss, heating systems, sewage disposal, electrical sources, and materials. Students will visit buildings to observe the service systems and equipment so that they may be better able to realize the relationship of these eleme… --- # BIOL 101 — Concepts of Biology 1 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to basic principles of biology with emphasis on the biochemistry, structure, function, and organization of cells. Topics include scientific method, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, cellular reproduction, molecular and classical genetics, and an introduction to evolution and ecology. This course includes lecture and laboratory classes. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/life science; areas of concentration include biology, general science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). IAI:L1 910L,BIO… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # BIOL 102 — Concepts of Biology 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of Biology 101 with an emphasis on organismal biology or biodiversity. Structure and function of major groups of microorganisms, fungi, animals, and plants are introduced. Evolutionary trends and ecological relationships are observed in the increasing complexity of life from microorganisms to vertebrates and angiosperms. Laboratories include microscope work, field work, and the dissection of representative invertebrates and vertebrates. This course includes lecture and laboratory classes. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements inclu… Prerequisites: BIOL 101 --- # BIOL 106 — Issues in Human Biology 3 credits · 3 hours is designed as a non-lab/non-majors course. The course examines practical aspects of selected concepts in biology and their application to life and technology. Concepts include heredity, growth, development, health, diseases of the human body, edological issues, and a brief introduction to anatomy and physiology. This course DOES NOT fulfill the prerequisite for or . This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include life science; areas of concentration include biology, general science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:L1 904 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # BIOL 200 — Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology 4 credits · 4 hours is an essentials survey of basic human body structure and function. This course includes basic chemistry; cells and tissues; metabolism; skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, urinay, nervous and endocrine systems; immune system; and special senses. There will be special attention on cardiovascular, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Lab activities include use of models, virtual dissection, microscopes, organ dissection, and physiology labs. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include life science; areas of… --- # BIOL 201 — Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 4 credits · 4 hours is a study of tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, nervous, and muscular systems of the human body, emphasizing the relationship between structure and function. This course includes lecture and laboratory classes. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS only); areas of concentration include biology, general science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: BIOL 101 --- # BIOL 202 — Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of , covering the circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems. This course includes lecture and laboratory classes. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS only); areas of concentration include biology, general science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: BIOL 201 --- # BIOL 210 — Environmental Biology 4 credits · 4 hours teaches a foundation of basic ecological principles that leads to an examination of current issues of environmental concern. Lectures include such topics as air/water/soil pollution, overpopulation, extinction, deforestation, global warming, and ozone depletion. Laboratory exercises include indoor experiments, outdoor field studies, and visits to local facilities of environmental concern. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/life science; areas of concentration include biology, general science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, l… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # BIOL 220 — Microbiology 4 credits · 4 hours is an introductory course in the principles of microbiology and their application to medicine, agriculture, sanitation, and industry. Training in laboratory technique pertinent to the field is included. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS only); areas of concentration include biology, general science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: BIOL 101 --- # BUS 100 — Business Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is an introductory course in business aimed at the student with minimal background in business study. The course introduces the student to many facets of business including ownership and management, forms of organizations, personnel and labor-management relations, marketing, accounting, finance, ethics, and social responsibility. This course is designed to help the student develop many skills including communication, decision making, teamwork, critical and creative thinking, responsibility, and maturity. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration inc… --- # BUS 110 — Business Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours covers basic applications of mathematics in the business world. Students develop understandings of these processes as they relate to general business applications. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # BUS 200 — Customer Service Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours covers the importance of excellence in customer service in creating a competitive edge in business. Topics covered include customer service skills, resolving customer complaints, the importance of verbal and nonverbal communication, listening skills and the use of technology. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: OT 117, ENGL 101 --- # BUS 225 — Small Business Development 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the fundamentals for the start-up and management of a small business particularly in an entrepreneurial environment. Topics include forms of businesses, business policy and operations, staffing a small business, the legal environment, and government relations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # BUS 228 — Global Topics in Business 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the global economy and its interrelationships with countries of the world and the multinational corporations. The objectives of the course are to expose students to a better understanding of how foreign countries work in the marketplace and how these economies impact our business environment. Whenever possible, practical applications are used to further explain the theories. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: BUS 100 --- # BUS 231 — Business Law Principles 3 credits · 3 hours provides an introduction to the legal system as it affects business activity. Areas of concentration include formation and nature of contracts, the agency relationships, and the Uniform Commercial Code Law of Sales and Commercial Paper. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include business (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # BUS 232 — Business Law & Ethics 3 credits · 3 hours includes a study of the legal and social environment of business, with emphasis on business ethics and corporate social responsibilities. Areas of concentration include governmental regulation of business, securities law, consumer protection law, labor law, and employment law. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include business (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: BUS 231 --- # BUS 240 — Marketing Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is a fundamental course describing the business activities involved in product planning, pricing, promoting, and distributing want-satisfying goods and services. Other topics include market segmentation, consumer motivation and behavior, and legal influences. Marketing cases are used to illustrate current principles and techniques and to enhance development of managerial skills. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: OT 117, ENGL 101 --- # BUS 245 — Advertising and Sales Promotion 3 credits · 3 hours includes coverage of the economic and social role of advertising, customer research, selection of advertising appeals, media decisions, and the creative process. Specific media to be studied are newspaper, magazine, radio, TV, direct mail, and outdoor advertising. Students work on an advertising campaign during the semester. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # BUS 283 — Finance and Insurance 3 credits · 3 hours is an introductory course encompassing small business and personal financial and risk management. Studies include wealth management techniques with an emphasis on money management, business financing, risk reduction, investment strategies, and retirement/estate planning. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # BUS 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides students the opportunity to apply principles learned in other courses to the work situation by employment in or observation of activities necessary for the student to succeed in the workplace. Students will need to work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # BUS 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project 3 credits · 3 hours is an individual or group project course that allows the student the opportunity to work on an advanced level in his/her major area of study. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # CA 101 — Intro To Culinary Arts 2 credits · 2 hours studies the fundamental elements of the food service industry, including terminology, equipment identification and usage, and produce and food product identification. Students learn proper sanitation procedures and safe food handling practices. Information regarding various foods and trends in the industry is discussed. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). --- # CA 105 — Culinary Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours is a study of the fundamental elements of the food service industry, including terminology, equipment identification and usage, information regarding types of foods and trends in the industry, and basic preparation techniques. Students break down and operate kitchen equipment and learn and use the following: cookery methods, product identity, soups, stocks and sauce, and the function of production kitchen. Students are also taught culinary math and its application to yields and recipe costs. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab… Prerequisites: CA 101, CA 150 --- # CA 115 — Culinary Applications 4 credits · 4 hours focuses on development of 1) strong basic culinary skill, 2) sanitation, 3) speed and efficiency, and 4) proper nutrition. Students continue to expand their culinary knowledge and skills. Students study and practice how to operate efficiently and effectively in a variety of restaurant kitchen stations such as broiler, saute, roundsman, etc. Special emphasis is placed on presentations and plating of quality food served to the public. Students develop an understanding of key cooking terms and procedures such as roasting, braising, sauteing, grilling and broiling. Students also learn proper cook… Prerequisites: CA 105 --- # CA 120 — Baking and Pastry Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours introduces students to the basic elements of baking science, ingredients, weights, baker's percentage, and formula conversion. This class introduces the basic applications in bread baking, cakes, pastries, cookies, pies, tarts and custards. Students learn about equipment and tools used in the production of these items. Students spend time in a baking lab applying their knowledge in the production of various products. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). --- # CA 150 — Culinary Math 3 credits · 3 hours covers the basic mathematic applications in the commercial kitchen. Students develop an understanding of these processes as they are related to general food service applications. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # CA 200 — Meat, Poultry, and Fish 3 credits · 3 hours focuses on the identification of wholesale and fabricated cuts of beef, pork, veal and lamb and the recognition of various types of poultry and fish. It includes the study of the fundamental principles regarding meat, poultry and fish preparation. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: CA 105 --- # CA 210 — Garde Manger 3 credits · 3 hours is a basic overview of the history of Garde Manger. Students develop and apply knowledge related to cold food preparation, hors d'oeuvres, display platters, and buffet center pieces. The students develop Garde Manger skills and learn various functions as they prepare products. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: CA 115 --- # CA 220 — Advanced Baking and Pastry 4 credits · 4 hours builds upon the skills learned in Baking and Pastry Fundamentals. The class introduces more advanced techniques in baking and pastry while reinforcing topics such as baker's percentage and equipment. Chocolate and sugar work are displayed and discussed. The class includes items such as custards, meringue and more advanced cakes. The student will have substantial lab time to demonstrate the skills learned. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: CA 120 --- # CA 230 — International Cuisine 4 credits · 4 hours reinforces knowledge of tools, equipment, vocabulary and theories learned in other courses along with providing the student with the exposure to cooking methods, procedures and ingredients used in international cuisines. The student explores the cooking of Europe and the Mediterranean along with Asian cuisine and cuisines of the Americas. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: CA 115 --- # CA 250 — Restaurant Fundamentals 5 credits · 5 hours is designed to give the students the opportunity to understand and execute all aspects of restaurant operations. This course will serve as a capstone to the culinary program and incorporate all of the concepts and skills taught within the culinary program. The students will learn proper restaurant operations and will focus on both front and back of the house skills. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 5.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 8.0). Prerequisites: CA 200, CA 210 --- # CA 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides students the opportunity to apply principles learned in other courses to the work situation by employment in or observation of activities necessary for the student to succeed in the workplace. Students will need to work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # CA 295 — Special Advanced Projects 3 credits · 3 hours is designed around an individual or group project that allows the student the opportunity to work on an advanced level in his/her major area of study. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # CCS 115 — Intro to Carbon Capture & Storage 3 credits · 3 hours examines methods of reducing atmospheric CO2 concentrations to mitigate the effects of global climate change. CO2 absorption processes in oceans, forests, and soils, as well as carbon capture and geologic sequestration, are examined. CO2 utilization and technical, legal, economic, and social conditions for geologic sequestration are also discussed. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include carbon capture sequestration (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CCS 275 — Advanced Sequestration Applications 4 credits · 4 hours examines all U.S. Dept. of Energy - National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) Best Practices Manuals (BPMs), which have been developed for the design and implementation of large-scale field tests and commercial carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects. BPM lecture topics include classification of geologic formations, site selection, monitoring, public outreach, and risk analysis for CCUS projects. CO2 utilization, including terrestrial carbon sequestration, is also discussed. Laboratory exercises will include groundwater, soil, and atmospheric CO2 monitoring, seismic survey… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CDL 1000 — Tractor/Trailer Driver Training 7 credits · 7 hours is designed to provide individuals who have little or no commercial driving experience with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Learner's Permit. At the end of the course, students will take a Class "A" License road test administered by the Illinois Secretary of State's personnel. This course also covers endorsement preparation, state and federal regulation, log books, map reading, trip planning, and complete vehicle training to prepare the individual for an entry-level position in the transportation industry. This course is applicable toward all basic c… Prerequisites: CDL 1005 --- # CDL 1001 — Class "B" License Training 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Learner's Permit. The course covers endorsement preparation, regulations and complete vehicle (under 26,001 lbs) training to prepare the individual for an entry-level position in the transportation industry. Administration of the Class "B" road test will be performed by Illinois Secretary of State's personnel. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0,… Prerequisites: CDL 1005 --- # CDL 1002 — CDL Refresher - 8 hours 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours is designed for individuals who currently possess a valid CDL License with an eight-hour overview of the knowledge and skills necessary to be employed in the transportation industry that requires a Class "A" License. Information reviewed is in the areas of endorsement preparation, regulations, log books, map reading, trip planning, and complete vehicle review including basic skill and driving control. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates (credit hours 0.5, lecture hours 0.5). --- # CDL 1003 — CDL Refresher - 16 hours 1 credits · 1 hours is designed for individuals who currently possess a valid CDL License with a sixteen-hour overview of the knowledge and skills necessary to be employed in the transportation industry that requires a Class "A" License. Information is reviewed in the areas of endorsement preparation, regulations, log books, map reading, trip planning and complete vehicle review including basic skill and driving control. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # CDL 1004 — CDL Refresher - 40 hours 2 credits · 2 hours is designed for individuals who currently possess a valid CDL License (or those who had a CDL license in the past) with a forty-hour overview of the knowledge and skills necessary to be employed in the transportation industry that requires a Class "A" License. Information reviewed will be in the areas of endorsement preparation, regulations, log books, map reading, trip planning, and complete vehicle review including basic skill and driving control. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). --- # CDL 1005 — CDL Permit 1 credits · 1 hours is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge necessary to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Learner's Permit. The course covers endorsement preparation and transportation regulations, which will prepare students to take the CDL Learner's Permit Test administered by the Secretary of State. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # CDL 1007 — Hazmat Endorsement Preparation 1 credits · 1 hours this course will prepare students for all topics related to the proper marking, packaging, shipping, and transportation of hazardous material. Students will be prepared to pass the Illinois Secretary of State's office Hazardous Materials Endorsement exam. This course is applicable toward (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # CHEM 100 — Concepts of Chemistry 4 credits · 4 hours examines fundamental concepts of chemistry, both theoretical and practical. Course content includes the following: measurement, atomic structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, the three states of matter, solutions, and acids and bases. The topic of chemical equilibrium is also introduced. The course is designed as an introduction to chemistry. It may be used as a prerequisite for CHEM131 or to satisfy the requirement for a one-semester laboratory science course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science (credit hours… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 098 --- # CHEM 106 — Chemistry in Everyday Life 4 credits · 4 hours is designed as a general introduction to chemistry for non-majors. The course examines the impact of chemistry on our everyday life including its impacts on health, the environment, and our society. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). IAI:P1 903L Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 098 --- # CHEM 131 — General Chemistry 1 4 credits · 4 hours is the first part of a two-semester college-level general chemistry course. Topics include measurement, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, the three states of matter (gas, solid, liquid), and solutions. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science; areas of concentration include chemistry, general science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 3.0). IAI:P1 902L,CHM 911 Prerequisites: MATH 116, CHEM 100 --- # CHEM 132 — General Chemistry 2 5 credits · 5 hours is the second part of a two-semester college-level general chemistry course. Topics include chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, reactions in solutions, chemical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and the descriptive chemistry of metals and non-metals. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS only); areas of concentration include chemistry, general science (credit hours 5.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 4.0). IAI:CHM 912 Prerequisites: MATH 116, MATH 121, CHEM 131 --- # CHEM 201 — Organic Chemistry 1 5 credits · 5 hours is the first of a two-semester chemistry series. Topics include a review of atomic and molecular theory, the nomenclature, synthesis, and reactions of alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers, and unsaturated systems. Also, stereoisomerism, an introduction to reaction mechanisms, and synthetic techniques are included. Two 3-hour lab periods per week are conducted with an emphasis on synthesis of organic compounds. This course is recommended for chemistry and biology majors and students entering programs in medicine, chiropractic, dentistry, pharmacy, or related… Prerequisites: CHEM 132 --- # CHEM 202 — Organic Chemistry 2 5 credits · 5 hours is a continuation of . Topics studied include nomenclature, synthesis and reactions of aromatic hydrocarbons, phenols, organometallics, amines, carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids and derivatives, and biomolecules, with an introduction to the physical methods of structure identification. The study of reaction mechanisms and synthetic methods is continued from the first course. Two 3-hour lab periods per week are conducted with an emphasis on qualitative analysis and instrumental methods of analysis, including nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, and gas chromatogra… Prerequisites: CHEM 201 --- # CHIN 101 — Beginning Chinese 1 4 credits · 4 hours is the beginning Chinese language instruction in Mandarin Chinese/putung hua including writing, listening, speaking, and reading using the communicative approach with cultural materials. Basic vocabulary, grammar and syntax, pronunciation and tones, speech patterns, and character writing will be learned. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # CHIN 102 — Beginning Chinese 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of . Beginning Chinese language instruction in Mandarin Chinese/putung hua includes writing, listening, speaking, and reading using the communicative approach with cultural materials. Basic vocabulary, grammar and syntax, pronunciation and tones, speech patterns, and character writing will be learned. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: CHIN 101 --- # CHIN 201 — Intermediate Chinese 1 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of . Intermediate Chinese language instruction in Mandarin Chinese/Putung hua includes writing (beginning compositions), listening, speaking, and reading using the communicative approach with cultural materials. The development of vocabulary, grammar and syntax, pronunciation and tones, speech patterns, and character writing will be learned. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: CHIN 102 --- # CHIN 202 — Intermediate Chinese 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of . Intermediate Chinese language instruction in Mandarin Chinese/putung hua includes writing (beginning composition), listening, speaking, and reading using the communicative approach with cultural materials. The development of vocabulary, grammar and syntax, pronunciation and tones, speech patterns, and character writing will be learned. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H1 900 Prerequisites: CHIN 201 --- # CIS 101 — Computer Literacy 1 credits · 1 hours provides a brief overview of basic computer concepts and hands-on learning for students who are new to the use of a computer and the Internet. Topics include basics of the following: PC navigation, PC hardware and software, logging on to a network, accessing e-mail, using the Internet, using a course management tool, downloading and uploading files, and using an online library database. This course is applicable toward AAS, ALS (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # CIS 110 — Computer Business Applications 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to essential computer concepts, Windows operating systems, file management, and business applications. The primary focus of this course is on the introduction of business applications found in the integrated package of software called Microsoft Office. Students learn the various features and develop skills in word processing (Word), spreadsheet creation (Excel), database design and management (Access) and presentation graphics (PowerPoint). Students also are introduced to the use of Microsoft OneNote for project organization and collaboration. In addition, students learn h… --- # COMM 101 — Public Speaking 3 credits · 3 hours instructs students in the fundamentals of the public speaking situation and provides students with an opportunity to build poise and confidence through practice. Units of study include listening, communication theory, and informative and persuasive speaking, argument building, and electronic presentations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:C2 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # COMM 110 — Discussion & Group Conference 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to the theory and practice of small group communication. Emphasis is placed on social norms, the nature and types of groups, and leadership development. Students are expected to demonstrate both practical and theoretical understanding of problem-solving, information-gathering, decision-making, and conflict management. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include communication (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:MC 902 --- # COMM 120 — Business & Professional Speaking 3 credits · 3 hours develops and polishes the student's communication skills for business and professional use. Self-inventories are combined with interviewing, group dynamics, listening, negotiating, and conflict resolution as well as practice in specific public speaking situations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include communication (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # COMM 130 — Interpersonal Communications 3 credits · 3 hours studies interpersonal communication, including language processes; types of verbal and nonverbal communication; oral and visual means of transmitting information; history; methods of encoding information; and social consequences. Focus on intrapersonal communication, interpersonal communications, and technology. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications; areas of concentration include communication (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:MC 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # COMM 140 — Forensic Activities 1 credits · 1 hours provides opportunities for students to perform in actual communications situations in the community and/or interscholastic speech competition. This course may be taken a maximum of four times for credit. (Note: Students must be currently enrolled in nine or more credit hours.) This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include communication (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # COMM 201 — Advanced Public Speaking 3 credits · 3 hours concentrates on study and experience in public speaking. Includes topic analysis, preparation, variety of public address forms, and practice in formal and informal debate and argumentation. Class culminates in a public address. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include communication (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: COMM 101 --- # COMM 240 — Intercultural Communications 3 credits · 3 hours provides an overview of the study of communication and culture through examination of communication barriers, dialects, structural, and phonetic differences among ethnic groups and Standard English speaking groups. This course includes both verbal and nonverbal communication. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include communication (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:MC 904 --- # COMM 250 — Argumentation and Debate 3 credits · 3 hours studies the principles, forms, and uses of debate and argumentation. Emphasis is on analysis, research, reasoning, briefs, refutation, and debating style utilizing current events for topical content in applied settings. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications; areas of concentration include communication (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:MC 905 Prerequisites: COMM 101 --- # CRJ 110 — Criminal Justice Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the philosophy and history of law enforcement and criminal justice. An overview of crime and police problems, organization and jurisdiction of local, state, and federal enforcement agencies, review of court systems, and procedures from incident to final disposition are included. Consideration also is given to professional career opportunities and necessary qualifications. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:CRJ 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 112 — Investigative Report Writing 3 credits · 3 hours prepares students to use appropriate grammar, punctuation, and spelling in written communications and identify the purposes and characteristics of an effective Criminal Justice report. The course prepares students to record effective field notes as the basis for a Criminal Justice report. How to use accurate and concise language, organize a narrative in chronological order, and construct a Criminal Justice report by separating categories of information are also covered. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 113 — Fund of Investigations & Reporting 3 credits · 3 hours includes the fundamentals of investigation, crime scene search and recording, collection and presentation of physical evidence, basic photography, scientific aids, sources of information, interviewing, follow-up, and case preparation. The course also emphasizes report writing. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 114 — Criminal Law 3 credits · 3 hours introduces law as it applies to crimes against persons, property, and the state. It includes the elements of crimes, criminal law procedures in Illinois, and federal agency jurisdiction. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 116 — Probation/Parole 3 credits · 3 hours analyzes modern probation and parole practices and services and examines current probation and parole procedures and the legal decisions. Specifically, the course encompasses the criminal justice system, probation and parole, types of offenses, sentencing process, pre-sentence investigation, revocation procedures, alternatives to incarceration, parole board functions, Parole Officer responsibilities, and guidelines for releasing inmates. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 125 — Patrol Procedures 3 credits · 3 hours includes patrol functions, types of calls and methods of response, protection of scene, response to hazardous materials spills, crime prevention, and patrol techniques. This course helps prepare learners to demonstrate effective patrol techniques; interact professionally with complainants, victims, witnesses, suspects, members of the community at large and employees of criminal justice system agencies; apply effective officer safety considerations in patrol situations; respond successfully to a variety of patrol situations to include community caretaker and crime prevention functions, traffic… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 128 — Corrections Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with the necessary fundamental knowledge of the operations of corrections. It introduces the student to standard operating procedures in correctional institutions from intake of prisoners to the time of release. The course includes theory; simulated experience emphasis is placed on professionalism, integrity, and quality work performance. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:CRJ 911 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 200 — Youth, The Law & Police Intervention 3 credits · 3 hours covers all aspects of police contact with today's juvenile. Emphasis is on the social/psychological courses of delinquency, incorrigible behavior, and child abuse/neglect, as well as police, court, and social agency intervention in these matters. A study of the pertinent laws and contemporary youth problems in the community is involved. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101, SOCIO 110, PSYCH 110, CRJ 110 --- # CRJ 210 — Law Enforcement & Community Relations 3 credits · 3 hours studies the whole function of the law enforcement officer and the ways in which the officer portrays an image to the entire community. The course considers the role and responsibility of the law enforcement agency in crime prevention, everyday relationships with the public, assistance to persons needing help, and public information. Ethics, courtesy, and impartiality as tools necessary in gaining public support and confidence are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours affords the student in the Criminal Justice program the opportunity to apply the principles learned in other courses to the work situation through employment in or observation of activities necessary for the operation of a law enforcement agency. Employment or observation activities are coordinated with the student's course work. Students must work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. Students will be required to meet with their supervisor weekly for an hour to discuss progress and/or concerns, and they are required to submit a weekly log of their prac… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # CRJ 295 — Special Projects 3 credits · 3 hours provides an opportunity for criminal justice students to work on specific projects either real or simulated under the supervision of a law enforcement officer. The student is required to write a proposal of the intended work simulation/project and present it to the Coordinator of the Criminal Justice Program for approval. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101, CRJ 110, PSYCH 110, SOCIO 110 --- # CRT 100 — Introduction to Collision Repair 4 credits · 4 hours is a foundational course that introduces the student to the field of Collision Repair. The student learns about body shop safety, basic collision repair tools and their uses and how to inspect, remove, replace, and align various body parts. The student also learns about surface preparation and various sanding and stripping techniques as well as the use of various body fillers. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 3.0). --- # CRT 105 — Damage Estimating & Customer Service 2 credits · 2 hours is an entry-level course that teaches the student the proper methods of performing damage analysis to determine and document an appropriate repair plan. The student learns how to determine the direction, point(s) of impact, and the extent of direct, indirect, and inertia damage. The student also learns how to use estimation guide procedures to determine the cost of restoration. Communication skills are also emphasized as the student learns about customer relations and sales skills. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AA… --- # CRT 110 — Painting & Refinishing 1 4 credits · 4 hours is an introductory course that introduces the student to environmental and shop safety; equipment operation; surface preparation; paint mixing, matching, application; and the causes of paint defects and detailing. The student learns about the various methods of surface preparation based on the makeup of the surface and how to choose and apply multi-stage coats of specialized paints. Various spray techniques based on gun arc, angle, distance, travel speed, and overlap are introduced. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, A… Prerequisites: CRT 135 --- # CRT 120 — Non-structural Collision Repair 1 4 credits · 4 hours introduces the student to the proper way to review a damage report and analyze the best methods for overall repair of non-structural components. The student learns the proper methods of disassembly, labeling, storage, and reinstallation. This course focuses primarily on outer body panel repairs, replacements, and adjustments. The proper methods of metal finishing, body filling, metal welding and cutting, and glass removal and replacement are introduced. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lec… Prerequisites: CRT 100 --- # CRT 130 — Structural Collision Repair 1 4 credits · 4 hours teaches the student the proper methods of analyzing, measuring, straightening, and aligning frame damage. Students will develop a strong knowledge of the drivetrain, suspension, and steering systems and will learn how to troubleshoot and correct alignment problems. The student will learn how to identify and repair mash, sag, sideway, twist, and diamond frame damage. The proper methods of unibody and unitized structure analysis, measurement, and repair are introduced. Another important component will be metal welding (MIG) and cutting. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards.… Prerequisites: CRT 100 --- # CRT 135 — Paint Preparation & Detail 2 credits · 2 hours is an entry-level course that teaches the basic skills of refinishing. The proper methods of surface preparation, block sanding, spray booth management, masking, paint mixing, color matching, color sanding, buffing, undercoating, paint application, and the causes and cures for paint defects are presented. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # CRT 205 — Mechanical Systems 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the various mechanical systems often damaged in a collision. Those systems include brakes, heating & air conditioning, drive train, fuel, intake, exhaust, restraint and electrical. Advanced methods of analyzing damage, troubleshooting problems, removal of damaged components, and replacement and adjustment of damaged components to factory specifications are demonstrated. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 4.0). --- # CRT 210 — Painting & Refinishing 2 4 credits · 4 hours is an advanced course in painting and refinishing. Students will review environmental and shop OSHA guidelines for safety and surface preparation methods. This course explores advanced spray gun and equipment operations. Advanced methods of various coat applications, multi-stage coat applications, and final detailing are demonstrated. This course contains a practical, hands-on learning lab component. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 7.0). Prerequisites: CRT 110 --- # CRT 220 — Non-structural Collision Repair 2 4 credits · 4 hours is an advanced course in non-structural analysis and damage repair. Students will learn how to analyze and document damage and determine an appropriate repair plan. A variety of advanced methods of inspection, removal, replacement, and alignment of body panel components and skins are covered. Metal finishing, body filling, and metal welding with emphasis on aluminum are covered as well. This course contains a practical, hands-on learning lab component. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lect… Prerequisites: CRT 120 --- # CRT 230 — Structural Collision Repair 2 4 credits · 4 hours is an advanced course teaching the proper methods of analyzing, measuring, straightening, and aligning structural damage. Students will review their knowledge of the drivetrain, suspension, and steering systems and how to troubleshoot and correct alignment problems. The student will learn how to identify the various types of structural damage and the methods of repair. Advanced methods of unibody and unitized structure analysis, measurement, and repair are demonstrated. Metal welding techniques (MIG) and cutting, with an emphasis on aluminum, will be taught. This course contains a practical,… Prerequisites: CRT 130 --- # CRT 235 — Stationary & Rolling Glass 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to provide the student with the necessary skills to troubleshoot and repair damage to moveable and non-movable glass components. The student will learn how to inspect, adjust, repair or replace window regulators, run channels, glass, power mechanisms and related controls, plus perform alignment and final detailing. This course contains a practical, hands-on learning lab component. This course is designed to meet and teach NATEF standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # CRT 290 — Collision Repair Internship 3 credits · 3 hours provides a student in the Collision Repair Technology Program an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in his or her course work to the workplace. The suitability of the work setting will be determined by consultation with the Collision Repair Program Coordinator and the prospective employer. Student must work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for the course. Payment of an hourly wage to the intern will be at the option of the employer. Interns are required to keep a daily log of their activities and to write a report detailing their work-study exper… --- # CS 105 — Foundations of Info Technology 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with an overview of the computing field and its typical applications. The student learns key terminology and components of computer hardware, software, operating systems, systems development methods, management information systems, and using application software and the Internet. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include computer science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # CS 230 — Event-Driven Programming 4 credits · 4 hours builds on prior programming experience. Concepts include algorithm development, structured design, object-oriented, event-driven programming and file processing. The course covers topics in control arrays, exception handling, the use of properties, controls, multiple forms, single and multi-dimensional arrays, database processing and manipulation (including use of DLLs, DDEs, and OLEs, ADOs, and LINQ), sequential and random access file processing, and active server pages for web-based programming. This course uses Microsoft Visual Basic programming language to teach object-oriented, event-dri… Prerequisites: IT 131 --- # CS 251 — Object-Oriented Programming 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to introduce students to top-down structured problem-solving, algorithm development, and procedural and data abstraction. Topics include selection, repetition, sequence control structures; program design, development, test, and documentation; coding style, readability and maintainability; and array, record, and file manipulation. Students examine elements of object-oriented programming languages including fundamental data types, classes, objects, methods, abstract data types, variable declaration, expressions, operators, control statements, arrays, strings, I/O, functions, paramet… Prerequisites: IT 131, MATH 116 --- # CS 281 — Adv. Object-Oriented Programming 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to prepare students for large-scale program and system design and implementation. Topics include abstract data types; data structures such as files, sets, pointers, lists, stacks, queues, trees, and graphs; program verification and complexity analysis; recursion; dynamic concepts such as memory, scope and block structures; string processing; and searching and sorting algorithms. The course focuses on object-oriented programming concepts and design, classes, objects, methods, algorithms, problem formulation, structured programming, variables, primitive and abstract data types, data… Prerequisites: CS 251 --- # DMHT 101 — Truck Preventative Maintenance 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to provide the student with appropriate definitions for terms used in the medium/heavy truck industry and to introduce safety precautions and procedures as they relate to the shop environment. This course provides basic operational knowledge, care, and maintenance inspection of engine, fuel, air induction, exhaust, cooling, and lubrication systems; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems; electrical systems, battery and starting systems, charging systems, and lighting systems; drive train systems; suspension, steering, and brake systems; and manual and automatic transmi… --- # DMHT 110 — Basic Electrical Systems 4 credits · 4 hours provides students with basic operations and principles of the electrical systems and electronic components in the diesel medium/heavy truck. Students learn practical applications related to the basic diagnosis and repair of diesel medium/heavy truck electrical systems. Topics covered include basic electronic accessories, batteries, electrical devices, AC and DC charging and starting systems, lighting systems, and horn and wiper/washer systems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # DMHT 115 — Advanced Electrical Systems 4 credits · 4 hours is designed for students with a basic knowledge of diesel medium/heavy trucks and/or electrical systems. Advanced operations and principles of the electrical system and electrical components are discussed. Students learn troubleshooting and practical applications to advanced diagnosis and repair of diesel medium/heavy truck electrical systems. Topics covered include electrical devices, electronic devices, power accessory systems, gauges, driver information systems, and warning devices. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours… Prerequisites: DMHT 110 --- # DMHT 120 — Diesel Fuel and Emissions 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to provide the student with an in-depth view of electronic and mechanical fuel systems, fuel delivery systems, and emission control as it relates to the diesel medium/heavy truck industry. Topics covered include exhaust emission control, exhaust gas recirculation system (EGR), converters, fuel filters, conditioners, and diesel exhaust fluid systems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # DMHT 125 — Diesel Driveability Diagnosis 4 credits · 4 hours includes an in-depth study of electronic engine/power train control operation, component operation, troubleshooting techniques, and proper repair of these systems. Requires students to isolate and repair mechanical engine, fuel, and air induction concerns by following strategic processes. Provides, theory, diagnosis, and service of hydro-mechanical and electronic diesel fuel systems. Students are given the opportunity to analyze fuel system components and system operational characteristics. The course places emphasis on testing and service procedures of mechanical and computer-controlled fuel… Prerequisites: DMHT 120, DMHT 110 --- # DMHT 130 — Diesel Engine Repair 4 credits · 4 hours provides the student with diagnostic processes and actual procedures related to engine repair. Students learn troubleshooting techniques, service tips, safety rules, and repair methods in the classroom as well as in a hands-on environment. Topics include general engine diagnosis, cylinder head and valve train, engine block, engine lubrication system, engine cooling, air induction, exhaust, fuel supply systems, and engine brakes. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 6.0). --- # DMHT 135 — Diesel Truck Transmissions 4 credits · 4 hours includes an in-depth study of transmissions, drive shafts, and universal joints; troubleshooting techniques and proper repair of these systems are emphasized. Requires students to isolate and repair vehicular concerns related to the transmission system, driveshaft, and universal joints by following strategic processes. Provides theory, diagnosis, and service of these systems and components. Students are given the opportunity to analyze these systems and system operational characteristics. The course places emphasis on testing and service procedures of mechanical and computer-controlled transm… --- # DMHT 200 — Medium/Heavy HVAC 4 credits · 4 hours teaches the advanced diagnostic and analytical skills needed to service today's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Topics include A/C systems and their components, compressors and clutches, evaporators, condensers, and related components; heating and engine cooling systems; operating electrical and air/mechanical operating systems and controls; and refrigerant recovery, recycling, and handling. Students are given the opportunity to analyze these systems and system operational characteristics. The course places emphasis on testing, analysis, diagnostic, and service procedures… --- # DMHT 210 — Truck Steering, Suspension & Alignment 4 credits · 4 hours includes an in-depth study of steering, suspension, and alignment systems; troubleshooting techniques and proper repair of these systems are emphasized. Requires students to isolate and repair vehicular concerns related to these systems by following strategic processes. Provides, theory, diagnosis, and service of these systems and components. Students are given the opportunity to analyze these systems and system operational characteristics. The course places emphasis on testing, analysis, and service procedures related to the steering, suspension, and alignment systems. This course is applica… --- # DMHT 211 — Truck Drive Train System 4 credits · 4 hours provides an in-depth analysis of the drive train, driveshaft, universal joints, and drive axle; troubleshooting techniques and proper repair of these systems are emphasized. Requires students to isolate and repair vehicular concerns related to these systems by following strategic processes. Provides theory, diagnosis, and service of these systems and components. Students are given the opportunity to analyze these systems and system operational characteristics. The course places emphasis on testing, analysis, and service procedures related to the drive train, driveshaft, universal joints, and… --- # DMHT 212 — Medium/Heavy Truck Brakes 4 credits · 4 hours teaches the advanced diagnostic and analytical skills needed to service today's high-tech electronically controlled anti-lock brake systems. Topics include various types of brake systems (design and application), braking principles, air-brake systems, hydraulic brake systems, power brakes, disc brakes, drum brakes, electric brakes, and anti-lock braking systems. Students are given the opportunity to analyze these systems and system operational characteristics. This course places emphasis on testing, analysis, diagnosis, and service procedures related to the various brake systems. This course… --- # DMHT 290 — Diesel Truck Internship 3 credits · 3 hours provides a student in the Diesel Medium/Heavy Truck Technology program an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in his or her course work to the workplace. The suitability of the work setting will be determined by consultation with the Automotive Technology Coordinator and the prospective employer. Student must work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for the course. Payment of an hourly wage to the intern will be at the option of the employer. Interns are required to keep a daily log of their activities and to write a report detailing their work-study… --- # DRAFT 101 — Drafting Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is an introductory course to the fundamentals of graphical representation used in a variety of industries using traditional drafting techniques, field drafting sketches, and basic three-dimensional (3D) modeling. A variety of applications will be studied with respect to mechanical, electrical, civil engineering and architectural, carpentry, and interior design. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # DRAFT 103 — AutoCAD, Introductory 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the principles of computer-aided design (CAD) using AutoCAD software. The student will learn the basic object and geometric construction and editing tools, object properties, creating orthographic, auxiliary, and assembly drawings, placing dimensions and notes. Creating templates, plotting, and using parametric tools and blocks will also be introduced. After completing this course, the student should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following: A) the components of computer-aided drafting, B) application of geometric principles in creating a two-dimensional (2D… Prerequisites: DRAFT 101 --- # DRAFT 104 — AutoCad, Intermediate 3 credits · 3 hours provides the knowledge to create advanced two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) drawings using AutoCAD. Students will learn to create orthographic and auxiliary views, floor plans, pipe and instrumentation diagrams, electrical schematics, and electrical wiring. The students will also gain the knowledge to create basic isometric drawings for pipe and pictorial drawings. Creating and using attributes and external referencing will also be introduced. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 103 --- # DRAFT 106 — MicroStation, Introductory 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the principles of computer-aided design (CAD) using MicroStation software. The student will learn the basic object and geometric construction and editing tools, properties, creating orthographic, auxiliary, and assembly drawings, placing dimensions and notes. Creating seed files and cells and printing will also be introduced. After completing this course, the student should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following: A) the components of computer-aided drafting, B) application of geometric principles in creating a two-dimensional (2D) drawing, C) the creation… Prerequisites: DRAFT 101 --- # DRAFT 107 — MicroStation, Intermediate 3 credits · 3 hours provides the knowledge to create advanced two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) drawings using MicroStation. Students will learn to create orthographic and auxiliary views, floor plans, pipe and instrumentation diagrams, electrical schematics, and electrical wiring. The students will also gain the knowledge to create basic isometric drawings for pipe and pictorial drawings. Creating and using attributes and external referencing will also be introduced. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 106 --- # DRAFT 110 — Technical Design 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the principles of design. The student develops individual creative/analytical problem-solving skills and applies them to a team problem-solving approach. These concepts are developed through the construction of a project. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # DRAFT 190 — Industrial Drafting 4 credits · 4 hours includes secondary auxiliaries, dimensioning, detail and assembly drawings, threads and fasteners, revolutions, and diametric projections. Attention will also be given to symbols and shop processes. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include manufacturing technology/machining (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 101, DRAFT 103, DRAFT 106 --- # DRAFT 195 — Tool Design Drafting 4 credits · 4 hours introduces the principles of jig, fixture, die, and gage designing, placing emphasis on proper location and clamping of parts. Tooling materials, cutting tools, commercial tooling components, chucks & chuck jaws, vises and vise tooling, welding fixtures and modular fixtures are covered, along with heat treatment, speeds & feeds, safety, and setup reduction. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 103 --- # DRAFT 230 — AutoCAD, Advanced 3 credits · 3 hours explores the three-dimensional (3D) model construction and viewing capabilities of AutoCAD. Modeling topics covered include wire frame, surface, solid, and mesh modeling. Visual and graphical representation topics include creating two-dimensional (2D) sheet drawings from 3D models, photo-realistic rendering, and animation. Prototyping with 3D printing may also be introduced. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 104 --- # DRAFT 231 — Introduction to Surveying 3 credits · 3 hours provides introductory training of the basic concepts of surveying and required practices using appropriate conventional and GPS equipment. Instruction includes property, construction surveys and site layout using surveying equipment and computer software. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 101 --- # DRAFT 232 — MicroStation, Advanced 3 credits · 3 hours explores the three-dimensional (3D) model construction and viewing capabilities of MicroStation. Modeling topics covered include wire frame, surface, solid, mesh modeling. Visual and graphical representation topics include creating two-dimensional (2D) sheet drawings from 3D models, photo-realistic rendering with Luxology, and animation. Prototyping with 3D printing may also be introduced. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 107 --- # DRAFT 235 — Solid Modeling 1 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with the knowledge to create advanced three-dimensional (3D) solid model designs using Solid Works or Inventor. Introduces solid modeling and parametric modeling techniques and concepts with a step-by-step basis starting with constructing basic shapes to building intelligent solid models, assemblies and creating multi-view drawings. Also covers some of the more advanced features such as using design libraries, sheet metal modeling, collision detection, stress and basic motion analysis. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lectur… Prerequisites: DRAFT 230 --- # DRAFT 236 — Solid Modeling 2 4 credits · 4 hours provides the student with the knowledge and procedures to create parametric three-dimensional (3D) solid model designs and assemblies using Pro-Engineer and/or or Creo software. The procedures to be used will include the following: sketching and constraining profiles, creating complex shapes and assemblies, creating feature and sketch planes, editing the parametric model, and creating multi-views from the parametric model. This project-based course utilizes the skills learned in . This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0… Prerequisites: DRAFT 235 --- # DRAFT 237 — Graphical Design 2 credits · 2 hours will learn to develop problem solving and creative thinking skills through the solution of graphical problems creating pictorial drawings in both the two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) environments using a variety of computer aided design (CAD) software. Students will be introduced to product designing and development and also learn about the process of patenting and marketing the product. Student will create a prototype using a 3D printer, create a patent document, and create promotional devices with CAD renderings. Proficiency in one or more 3D CAD software is recommended. This… Prerequisites: DRAFT 104 --- # DRAFT 239 — Intro to Structural, Civil, and Pipe 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student an introductory understanding in preparing drawings for structural steel erection, pre-cast concrete, poured-in-place concrete, pre-fab metal buildings, structural wood drafting, civil engineering drafting, and piping using two-dimensional (2D) and/or three-dimensional (3D) computer aided design (CAD) software. An overview of the latest trends, technology, and applications from department organization to product fabrication and shipping will also be covered. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: DRAFT 230, DRAFT 232 --- # DRAFT 242 — Commercial Architecture 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the parametric modeling power of Autodesk Revit software used for commercial building construction and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology. The student will learn how to create a commercial building from the ground up, create working drawings, and generate construction documents. A concentration of facility design and flow, structural design, exterior and interior facade, construction detailing, landscape design, and phot-realistic rendering development are implemented. Conceptual mass modeling and wind, solar, and energy usage analysis tools will also be… Prerequisites: DRAFT 239 --- # DRAFT 243 — Structural Architecture 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the parametric modeling power of Autodesk Revit software used for structural steel building construction and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology. The student will learn how to create structural framing, foundations, and slabs and erect columns and walls. An emphasis will be placed on creating the construction document for the erection of the structure including drawing framing plans; generating section, elevations, and detail views; inserting tags, symbols, legends, and schedules. Basic principles in boosting productivity, collaboration, structural analysi… Prerequisites: DRAFT 239 --- # DRAFT 245 — Residential Architecture 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the parametric modeling power of Autodesk Revit software used for residential house construction and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology. The student will learn how to create a house from the ground up, create working drawings, and generate construction documents. The student will learn how to create floor, foundation, plans and elevations, section, detail views. Plot plans, landscape design, and photo-realistic rendering development are implemented. Energy usage analysis tools will also be introduced. This course is applicable toward all certificates and… Prerequisites: DRAFT 239 --- # DRAFT 290 — Work Experience Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with the opportunity to use the skills acquired from the Drafting & Design Engineering Program in a workplace setting. The internship will also allow the student to acquire additional knowledge from the workplace. The internship work will be in the student's desired career area and must provide a source of learning. Student is required to work 15 hours per week for a 15-week semester. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lab hours 15.0). --- # DRAFT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project 3 credits · 3 hours gives the student enrolled in the Drafting and Design Engineering Program an opportunity to work on real or simulated projects under the guidance of the full-time faculty of CAD/Design. These projects will simulate the drafting/design workplace. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # EASCI 210 — Physical Geography 4 credits · 4 hours offers an introductory study of physical geography and is designed to develop a basic understanding of the Earth, its landscapes and its climates. It concentrates on the earth as a system and on the variety of physical environments with which humans must deal. Lab activities include working with various types of geographical data, such as topographic maps, climate classification, and weather. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science; areas of concentration include earth science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # EASCI 220 — Intro to Physical Geology 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to the study of physical geology and gives students a basic understanding of the processes that shape the earth. Topics include plate tectonics, volcanism, rocks and minerals, landforms and the various processes that shape landforms. Lab activities include the hands-on study of rocks and minerals, as well as the use of topographic maps and computer simulations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science; areas of concentration include earth science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). I… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # EASCI 230 — Intro to Meteorology 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to the study of weather. Students acquire a basic understanding of meteorology, weather terminology and atmospheric science, including global weather patterns and climatic change. Lab activities include working with a variety of atmospheric data and weather maps. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science; areas of concentration include earth science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). IAI:P1 905L Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 091 --- # ECE 101 — Intro to Early Childhood Education 3 credits · 3 hours offers an introduction to the early childhood education and education field with emphasis on the history of early childhood education, the variety of operations, services, facilities, career opportunities, and basic child development principles. Students are required to complete fifteen hours of classroom observation in an educational setting. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include early childhood education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ECE 102 — School-Age Child Care 2 credits · 2 hours introduces the individual caring for children five years to twelve years of age in a before- and after-school setting. Basic concepts of physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of this age group are introduced. The provision of child care services is discussed. Appropriate curriculum, environment, and activities are explored by the student through semester projects and class activities. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ECE 103 — Child Guidance 2 credits · 2 hours addresses typical characteristics and needs of children ages 0-5 and provides a broad range of practical, effective, and flexible guidance strategies based on tested theories. Workable steps are devised for creating cooperative, respectful relationships with young children. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). --- # ECE 110 — Health, Nutrition, and Safety for Young Children 3 credits · 3 hours provides an overview of current concepts in the fields of health, nutrition, and safety with emphasis on meeting children's needs in group settings and in accordance with licensing standards. Topics include community health issues, appropriate curriculum for nutrition needs, first aid and emergency practice, reporting policies, and choices for a healthy lifestyle. This course requires five hours of classroom observation experience. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (ECE only) (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ECE 111 — Teaching Children's Literature 3 credits · 3 hours explores basic concepts of reading and telling stories and suggests methods of encouraging the child's creativity in the languages arts. An important part of this course concerns the selection and use of materials appropriate for the level of comprehension associated with the different stages of mental, physical, and emotional development of the child. Particular emphasis is placed on language development. This course requires five hours of classroom observation experience. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ECE 113 — Art, Music & Drama for Young Children 3 credits · 3 hours explores basic concepts of art, music, and drama and suggests methods for encouraging the child's participation and creativity in those areas. Included during the course are discussions of the various activities associated with different stages in the mental, physical, and emotional development of the individual child and the use of these art forms to increase the child's social abilities. Emphasis is on small motor activities. Through book reports the student is introduced to various authors and child development theories. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit… Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ECE 114 — Play Activities for Young Children 3 credits · 3 hours explores basic concepts of structured and unstructured play and suggests methods for encouraging the child's creativity in those areas. An important part of the course concerns appropriate play activities associated with the different levels of mental, physical, and emotional development of the individual child. Also included within the course are selection, construction, and maintenance of the equipment related to these activities. Emphasis is on large motor activities. The laboratory includes observation and designing of outdoor and indoor play areas. This course is applicable toward all ce… --- # ECE 116 — Infant/Toddler Development 3 credits · 3 hours studies the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of infants and toddlers from birth to 3 years old. The development of each individual child and finding appropriate materials for each child are stressed. Mandatory observation (5 to 7 hours) in an infant/toddler center will provide opportunities for students to interact and assess childhood development. Professional skills in this field are examined. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ECE 117 — Math for Young Children 3 credits · 3 hours provides an overview of mathematical and hands-on methods that develop the PreK-3 child's problem solving skills. Emphasis is placed on identification of concepts appropriate to levels of mental, physical, and emotional development of children ages 0-8 years old. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include early childhood education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ECE 118 — Science for Young Children 3 credits · 3 hours explores basic science concepts, methods, and strategies for encouraging the child's problem solving skills and investigation through hands-on exploration. Emphasis is on identification of concepts appropriate to levels of mental, physical, and emotional development of the child and the role of science in the education and development of young children. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include early childhood education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ECE 203 — Child, Family, and Community 3 credits · 3 hours investigates the historical and current attitudes toward children and families, the history of childcare, and economic, cultural, and political factors that influence child care practices. Comparisons are made between childcare in the United States and those of other selected cultures. This course requires five hours of classroom observation experience. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ECE 210 — Curriculum Design for Early Childhood 3 credits · 3 hours offers an overview of the methods and procedures used in childhood education programs. Topics covered include curriculum, program planning, role of the teacher, use of materials and equipment, techniques of classroom management, and meeting the needs of individual children. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101, ECE 101 --- # ECE 215 — Child Development 3 credits · 3 hours involves the study of child development during the early years of life (conception to age eight), including the study of physical/motor, social/emotional, cognitive, language, aesthetic and literacy development. Emphasis is on examination of current early childhood research and major developmental theories within the socio-cultural context of early interactions with gender, family, peers, race/ethnicity, socio-economics, religion, and society and their application to the childcare and preschool settings. Learning implications will be indicated in the observations and case study related to age… Prerequisites: ECE 101, ENGL 101 --- # ECE 221 — Teaching Strategies for Special Needs 3 credits · 3 hours explores knowledge and skills-based survey of special needs issues including managing disruptive behavior, communicating with and helping the individual learn to communicate, choosing and implementing specialized teaching strategies, positioning and handling techniques, and collaborating with the family and professionals in social service agencies. Hands-on clinical experiences (5 to 8 hours) will be required in an inclusive and a special needs classroom. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ECE 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides students in the Early Childhood Education program the opportunity to apply principles learned in other courses to the work situation by employment in or observation of activities necessary for the student to succeed in the workplace. Students will need to work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive 3 credit hours for this course. Students wishing to enroll in this course must complete an application for enrollment and submit it to the instructor. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # ECE 295 — Work Simulation and Projects 3 credits · 3 hours provides individuals an opportunity to work on project based learning in the ECE workplace- under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students are required to present a written proposal to the ECE faculty for their consideration. Students and faculty will meet to discuss specific objectives, timelines, success criteria, and other topics. A faculty mentor will be identified at this time. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # ECON 231 — Macroeconomics 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to the study of general economic principles. Such topics as economic systems, demand and supply, business organizations, gross national product, unemployment, inflation, fiscal policy, monetary policy, interest rates, and business cycles are discussed. Macroeconomics and current economic topics are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include business, economics, international business, and social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S3 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ECON 232 — Microeconomics 3 credits · 3 hours is a continuation of the study of general economic principles. Such topics as elasticity, production costs, consumer demand, perfect and imperfect competition, agriculture, labor unions, social problems, and alternative economic systems are discussed. Microeconomics and current economic topics are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include business, economics, international business, and social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S3 902 Prerequisites: ECON 231 --- # ED 102 — Field Experience in Education 2 credits · 2 hours provides the student with additional practical, hands-on experience in a public school setting for the purpose of interacting with teachers, students, and other support personnel in diverse school settings. Students will participate in 80 clock hours of professional field experience and seminars. Students may be required to provide a criminal background check to school districts before participating in field experiences. This course may be repeated two times. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS and ALS only); areas of c… --- # ED 103 — Introduction to Teaching 3 credits · 3 hours surveys what a teaching career entails to assist students in making an informed decision about whether teaching is the right career path. It explores the career of teaching with basic information about education, its history, finances, and current issues as well as the perspectives and requirements of teaching as a career. Five hours of field experience in diverse K-12 public school classroom settings are required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include teacher education (credi… --- # ED 105 — Using Technology in the Classroo 3 credits · 3 hours provides an introduction to technology skills and resources necessary to develop and improve the knowledge of current and future educators on integrating technology into the classroom curriculum. Students will be provided with hands-on activities utilizing technology both professionally and personally to demonstrate proficiency. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include teacher education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ED 107 — Art for Elementary School Teachers 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student an opportunity to become involved in the study of child-level art and examination of practices in teaching art and art appreciation in the elementary school. This course may require formal classroom field experiences to be arranged with the instructor. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include teacher education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ED 108 — The Multicultural Classroom 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student an opportunity to explore and reflect on the importance of recognizing different cultures in the classroom. The course requires no prior knowledge, but students are expected to participate in comprehensive discussion of topics dealing with the contemporary issue of multiculturalism in education. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include teacher education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ED 109 — Principles of Reading 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students considering a career in teaching and for those working with children in grades P-12 to develop reading skills. The course discusses various methods of teaching reading, including whole language, interpretation and analysis of test results, development of language, reading disabilities, remediation plans, and methods of evaluation. Students will be required to complete a minimum of 10 hours of clinical experience in the public school district. Criminal background check may be required for clinical experiences. This course may require formal classroom field experiences… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ED 200 — Educational Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours examines application of the psychological principles of educational practice and classroom behavior strategies. Special emphasis is placed on understanding learner cognitive and psychological development, motivation, intelligence, evaluation, measurement, assessment, and the impact of culture on learning styles. The course requires 10 clock hours of formal classroom field experience to be arranged with the instructor. Students may be required to provide a criminal background check to school districts before participating in field experiences. A student may not receive credit for both and . Th… Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # ED 205 — Foundations of Education 3 credits · 3 hours examines the historical, philosophical, sociological, political, economic, and legal foundations of the American public education system for teacher preparation majors. Students will explore the nature of school environments through field experiences in K-12 public school classrooms. Fifteen hours of field experience in diverse K-12 public school classroom settings is required to pass the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include teacher education (credit hours 3.0, lectur… Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ED 210 — Introduction to Bilingual Education 3 credits · 3 hours is a study of problems facing teachers, students, and educational institutions in multicultural communities. Includes discussion of the role of bilingual education, linguistically and culturally effective teaching strategies, and resources for multicultural teaching. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include teacher education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ED 220 — Exceptional Child 3 credits · 3 hours focuses on various areas of exceptionality, including children who have a learning disability, mental impairment, speech impairment, physical impairment, or health impairment or who are gifted, emotionally disturbed, and those at risk. Each area of study will include a historical background, a study of characteristics, nonbiased assessment methods, legal definitions, pre-referral alternatives, and IEP team responsibilities, as well as information related to specialized services and educational adaptations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements inclu… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ELTRN 110 — Intro to Electricity & Electronics 2 credits · 2 hours is a laboratory-oriented course in the fundamentals of electricity and electronics beginning with the basic concepts of electrical and magnetic forces, charge, voltage, current, resistance, and power. It also provides familiarization with the basic electronic systems, circuits and components, and methods of representation utilizing block diagram and schematic diagrams. Measurement techniques and use of laboratory instruments are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: MATH 091 --- # ELTRN 111 — Circuit Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours begins with definitions of voltage source, current source, and equivalent circuit. The loop, node, branch, ladder methods, Thevenin Theorem, and superposition theorem used in circuit analysis are also covered. The RC and RL time constants are defined, and their applications are introduced. Both inductive reactance and capacitive reactance are defined, and impedance is discussed in terms of complex variables and phasors. Series and parallel resonance circuits are studied. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ELTRN 110, MATH 091 --- # ELTRN 140 — Solid State Fund. for Electronic 3 credits · 3 hours presents an overview of solid state devices and systems, including fiber optics, integrated circuits, and light-activated components. The course is designed for electricians, students, and others who have some basic knowledge of electricity. Component and system construction, operation, installation, and service are emphasized. Various practical applications are presented throughout the course as they relate to temperature, light, speed, and pressure control. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ELTRN 110, ELTRN 111 --- # ELTRN 160 — Digital Electronics 4 credits · 4 hours is a laboratory-oriented course that emphasizes analytical reasoning and basic digital design using the standard integrated circuits that are used in industry today. The student will become proficient at using the symbols and procedures that are the standard in manufacturers' data manuals and industrial settings. Topics include numbering systems and codes, digital electronic signals and switches, basic logic gates, inverting logic gates, Boolean Algebra and reduction techniques, Exclusive-Or and Exclusive-Nor gates, code converters, multiplexers and de-multiplexers, and logic families and the… Prerequisites: ELTRN 110, ELTRN 111 --- # ELTRN 203 — Programmable Controllers 3 credits · 3 hours is a laboratory-oriented course that utilizes an Allen Bradley PLC 2/16 processor and the IBM PS-2 Model 30 computer with ICOM ladder logistic software for programming. Topics include relay type instructions, timer, counters, sequencers, arithmetic functions, files, shift registers, block functions, analog input and output, and troubleshooting. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ELTRN 110, ELTRN 111 --- # EMS 100 — Emergency Medical Responder 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: prepares the entry-level emergency medical provider for employment or a volunteer position in a variety of non-transporting prehospital, industrial, and first responder settings. Students will be trained to provide prehospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety of medical conditions and traumatic injuries. This course follows the National EMS Education Standards as approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Upon successful completion of this course, a student is eligible to test for EMR licensure. This course is applicable toward all… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 091, HLTH 110 --- # EMS 120 — Emergency Medical Technician 6.5 credits · 6.5 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: prepares the entry-level emergency medical provider for employment or a volunteer position in a variety of transporting prehospital, industrial, and first responder settings. Students will be trained to provide prehospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety of medical conditions and traumatic injuries. An additional emphasis on pathophysiology, operations, and basic pharmacologic treatment modalities separates this from the EMR level. This course follows the National EMS Education Standards as approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 091, HLTH 110 --- # EMS 125 — EMT Clinical 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application of classroom and laboratory content covered in Emergency Medical Technician in a healthcare setting. Requires students to demonstrate competency in airway management, general pharmacology, patient assessment, the treatment of medical and traumatic emergencies, and EMS operations. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 0.5, lab hours 2.5). Prerequisites: EMS 120 --- # EMS 200 — Introduction to Prehospital Medicine 2 credits · 2 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: introduction to the roles, responsibilities, EMS systems, and medical and legal considerations of the EMS professions. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 110 --- # EMS 201 — Pathophysiology for the Paramedic 4 credits · 4 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides a foundational basis for viewing the body as a system, understanding its functions, anticipated reaction to injury, illness, and intervention. Also includes the study of general lifespan development of the body and how pathophysiologic changes affect it. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 1.5). Prerequisites: EMS 200 --- # EMS 210 — Fundamentals of Clinical Care 4.5 credits · 4.5 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is an intensive course designed to prepare the student for clinical experiences. In this course students will gain cognitive and psychomotor understanding of airway management, medication administration, emergency pharmacology, and the methodology of advanced patient assessment. The student will learn to determine the relevance of clinical signs and symptoms identified and develop a treatment plan. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 4.5, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 3… Prerequisites: EMS 200, EMS 201 --- # EMS 215 — Paramedic Clinical 1 1 credits · 1 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application of classroom and laboratory content covered in Fundamentals of Clinical Care in a healthcare setting. Requires students to demonstrate competency in advanced airway management, emergency pharmacology, patient assessment, and medication administration. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: EMS 210 --- # EMS 220 — Principles of Trauma 4 credits · 4 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is a study of traumatic emergencies normally encountered prehospitally with emphasis on pathophysiology, etiology, symptomatology, and management. Additional emphasis is placed on types of shock commonly found in traumatic patients and their management. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: EMS 210, EMS 215 --- # EMS 225 — Paramedic Clinical 2 1 credits · 1 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application of classroom and laboratory content covered in Principles of Trauma in a healthcare setting. Requires students to demonstrate competency in trauma patient assessment and management. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: EMS 220 --- # EMS 230 — Cardiopulmonary Emergencies 4 credits · 4 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is an intense study of the etiology, pathophysiology, symptomatology, and management principles for cardiovascular and pulmonary emergencies. Includes electrophysiological principles of ECG interpretation. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: EMS 210, EMS 215 --- # EMS 235 — Paramedic Clinical 3 1.5 credits · 1.5 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application of classroom and laboratory content covered in Cardiopulmonary Emergencies in a healthcare setting. Requires students to demonstrate competency in the assessment and management of patients with cardiovascular and respiratory emergencies. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 1.5, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: EMS 230 --- # EMS 240 — Medical Conditions and Management 4 credits · 4 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is a study of pathophysiology, symptomatology, etiology, and management techniques of commonly encountered medical emergencies. Lab sessions will focus on developing and carrying out a dynamic treatment plan. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: EMS 210, EMS 215 --- # EMS 245 — Paramedic Clinical 4 1 credits · 1 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application in a healthcare setting of classroom and laboratory content from the core Paramedic curriculum and adds additional content from Medical Conditions. Requires students to demonstrate competency in the assessment and management of patients with commonly encountered medical emergencies. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: EMS 240 --- # EMS 250 — EMS Special Populations 4 credits · 4 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is a study of the etiology, pathophysiology, symptomatology, and management of special needs patients. Includes gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, geriatrics, abuse/assault, and chronic care. Provides the Paramedic with nationally recognized certifications beneficial to prehospital care including Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: EMS 230, EMS 235 --- # EMS 255 — Paramedic Clinical 5 1.5 credits · 1.5 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application in a healthcare setting of classroom and laboratory content from the core Paramedic curriculum and adds additional content from EMS Special Populations. Requires students to demonstrate competency in the unique assessment and management of patients who are within special population groups. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 1.5, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: EMS 250 --- # EMS 260 — EMS Operations and Certifications 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: introduces EMS field operation topics and techniques utilized in basic victim disentanglement and extrication. Provides the Paramedic with nationally recognized certifications beneficial to prehospital care including Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ALCS) and International Trauma Life Support (ITLS). This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: EMS 220, EMS 225, EMS 230, EMS 235 --- # EMS 265 — Paramedic Clinical 6 1.5 credits · 1.5 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application in a healthcare setting of classroom and laboratory content from the core Paramedic curriculum and adds content from EMS Operations. Requires students to demonstrate increasing competency in the assessment and management of patients. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 1.5, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: EMS 260 --- # EMS 270 — Paramedic Capstone 4 credits · 4 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: is a paramedic capstone experience requiring the Paramedic Student to perform successfully as a Team Leader on an Advanced Life Support unit in the prehospital setting. Students are required to complete a minimum number of team leads with an assigned field preceptor. The classroom portion of this course will be a hybrid preparation of the student for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician's Paramedic exam upon graduation. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit ho… Prerequisites: EMS 220, EMS 225, EMS 240, EMS 245, EMS 250, EMS 255, EMS 265 --- # EMS 280 — Critical Care Transport 7 credits · 7 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides classroom and laboratory instruction in the theory and practice of critical care transport. Students are required to demonstrate competency in advanced airway management, pathophysiology, critical care pharmacology, mechanical ventilation, patient assessment, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, special populations, and critical care transport operations. Meets initial Advanced Formal Education requirement for IDPH Tier III Critical Care Transport. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical se… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 110 --- # EMS 285 — Critical Care Transport Clinical 1.5 credits · 1.5 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides application of classroom and laboratory content covered in Critical Care Transport in a healthcare setting. Requires students to demonstrate competency in advanced airway management, critical care pharmacology, mechanical ventilation, patient assessment, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, and critical care transport operations. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include emergency medical services (credit hours 1.5, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: EMS 280 --- # ENGL 088 — Reading & Study Skills 1 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to help the students gain greater understanding of written material by providing students with an introduction to fundamental reading comprehension necessary for success in college and life. The focus is on comprehending main ideas and supporting evidence. Vocabulary acquisition in context and study skills as well as reading rate improvement will be introduced. This course is applicable toward basic certificates; group requirements include preparatory to other studies; areas of concentration include preparatory to other studies (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ENGL 090 — Reading & Study Skills 2 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to develop college-level reading comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills. The focus is on comprehending main ideas, supporting details, organizational patterns and vocabulary in context, as well as increasing reading rate. Critical reading/thinking skills are introduced. This course may be computer enhanced. This course is applicable toward basic certificates; group requirements include preparatory to other studies; areas of concentration include preparatory to other studies (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 088 --- # ENGL 095 — Developmental Writing 1 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for those students who desire or need additional preparation in English composition prior to taking . The course reviews those elements of mechanics and grammar necessary in all writing and provides intensive practice in construction of sentences and paragraphs. Much of the writing is done in a supervised laboratory setting. This course may be computer enhanced. This course is applicable toward basic certificates; group requirements include preparatory to other studies; areas of concentration include preparatory to other studies (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # ENGL 097 — Developmental Writing 2 1 credits · 1 hours prepares students for classes in which college-level writing is required. The course reviews mechanics and grammar and requires intensive practice in the construction and revision of sentences, paragraphs, and essays. You will write and revise your paragraphs and essays both in class and outside of class. All paragraphs and essays must be typed using Word. Students taking the traditional course will receive three credit hours. Students taking the class as a part of the English 101 co-requisite section will receive two credit hours. This course is applicable toward basic certificates; group re… Prerequisites: ENGL 095 --- # ENGL 101 — Composition 1 3 credits · 3 hours is a basic course in college writing. Students write and revise essays using a variety of rhetorical methods. Through extensive writing and careful reading, students cultivate their ability to think critically and improve their ability to compose acceptable and effective academic papers. Special attention will be paid to persuasive writing. Student cannot receive IAI credit without receiving a "C" or better in the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:C1 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # ENGL 102 — Composition 2 3 credits · 3 hours is the conclusion of the first-year, college-level writing program. The course continues the study and practice of composition begun in with a major focus on source-based arguments. Students learn to recognize various levels of formality and to develop a style of writing appropriate for a formal research paper. All elements of research are taught: choosing a topic, focusing on a thesis, locating and evaluating varied sources, organizing materials, writing and documenting the text, and revising. Student cannot receive IAI credit without receiving a "C" or better in the course. This course is a… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, ENGL 110 --- # ENGL 105 — Technical Writing in the Workplace 3 credits · 3 hours provides instruction and practice in the preparation of reports appropriate for business and industry. Various rhetorical strategies for identifying and reaching particular audiences are presented. Students learn all aspects of preparing reports: choosing a topic, identifying a primary audience, completing various kinds of research, which may include phone or personal interviews, surveys, letters, and questionnaires, organizing materials, writing and documenting the text, revising, designing graphics appropriate to the text, and as needed, creating glossaries and appendices to the text. This… --- # ENGL 110 — Professional & Technical Writing 3 credits · 3 hours provides development of technical and professional writing skills as they pertain to modern business practices. Students will think critically examining purpose and audience to address the writing and business purpose. Writings include a range of correspondence forms such as memoranda, business letters, email, informal, and formal reports. The course covers written and oral communications skills required in professional and technical situations in the workplace. It is an alternative to for students in careers such as allied health, engineering, science, social science, and vocational-technica… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 115 — Introduction to Literature 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to the careful reading, discussion, and written analysis of literature. Students read and discuss poetry, fiction, and drama. The course also includes practice in the skills necessary to write about literature. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 120 — Introduction to Creative Writing 3 credits · 3 hours offers instruction and practice in writing fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Students learn the main critical and structural approaches to these genres. Students produce a set amount of writing in each genre, and more in a chosen genre, and discuss student work in class. The work must be creative and also mechanically acceptable. Students learn about acceptable manuscript practices and market opportunities. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 124 — Introduction to Fiction 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to the careful reading, discussion, and written analysis of short stories and novels. Students learn the use of various critical methods in examining the elements, aims, and effects of fiction. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 126 — Introduction to Poetry 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to the reading, discussion, and written analysis and understanding of poetry through the study of techniques, themes, and some major poets of the English and American traditions. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 903 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 140 — Introduction to Film Art 3 credits · 3 hours examines the aesthetic and cultural qualities of film as a contemporary art form. By viewing and discussing a variety of films, students will become familiar with the unique properties of cinematic art along with the qualities it shares with other art forms. In addition, the place of film in American culture and society is explored. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F2 908 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 160 — Literature and Gender 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to literary works written by major women writers or about women through reading, discussion, and written analysis. Students are also exposed to historic, educational, and social trends that relate to women and the impact of women on these same trends. Emphasis may be placed on specific genres or groups of writers, such as women of color. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 911D Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 162 — Children's Literature 3 credits · 3 hours is a survey of selected works of children's literature through reading, discussion, and analysis. Literary elements, genre, illustration, culture, and censorship are explored. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 918 --- # ENGL 201 — American Literature to 1900 3 credits · 3 hours is a historical survey of American literature from its beginning to 1900. Some of the authors read include Poe, Emerson, Thoreau, Hawthorne, Melville, Twain, Whitman, and Dickinson. Particularly examined are the cultural and political milieus of the periods in which this literature was created. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 914 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 202 — American Literature in 20th Century 3 credits · 3 hours is a historical survey of American literature from 1900 to the present. Some of the authors read include Frost, Hemingway, Faulkner, Cummings, Eliot, Stevens, Baldwin, Bellow, Plath, and Walker. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 915 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 222 — Advanced Creative Writing 3 credits · 3 hours offers students the opportunity to develop advanced skills in one of the genres presented in . Each student will be expected to produce a significant body of writing such as a collection of poems, a full-length play, a major part of a novel, or a collection of short stories. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include communications (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 120 --- # ENGL 240 — Film and Literature 3 credits · 3 hours examines the formal, thematic, and historical relationships between literary and cinematic forms. Through careful reading/viewing, discussion, and written analysis of novels, short stories, plays, and their cinematic adaptations, students will come to a greater understanding of the characteristics of each medium. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 908 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 241 — Film History 3 credits · 3 hours is an international survey of the historical development of film, emphasizing a study of films and innovation in film production that have significant influence on film as an art form. It includes the study of films by such directors as Eisenstein, Chaplin, Lang, Renoir, Welles, Ford, Hitchcock, de Sica, Fellini, Bergman, Kurosawa and some contemporary directors. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F2 909 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 251 — English Literature to 1800 3 credits · 3 hours is a selective historical survey of English literature from its beginnings to 1800. Some of the authors read are Chaucer, Spenser, Shakespeare, Milton, Dryden, Swift, Pope, and Johnson. Emphasis is on the interpretation of each work, the cultural context in which it was created, and the present relevance of the work. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 912 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 252 — English Literature 19th-20th Century 3 credits · 3 hours is a selective survey of English literature from the beginning of the Romantic era, through the Victorian period, and into the twentieth century. Some of the authors read are Wordsworth, Keats, Tennyson, Browning, Conrad, Yeats, Lawrence, Joyce, Auden, Hughes, and Larkin. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 913 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 253 — Introduction to Shakespeare 3 credits · 3 hours includes reading, discussion, and analysis of selected Shakespearean plays and sonnets. Includes biographical information, the influence of his times, and secondary resources. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 905 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGL 280 — Non-Western Literature 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to literature in English by writers from non-western cultures--Asian, South Asian, African, Caribbean, and Middle-Eastern. This meets the non-Western course requirement. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include English (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H3 908N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # ENGR 110 — Engineering Graphics 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for pre-engineering students and includes shop terms and processes, geometry of engineering drawing, working drawings, intersections and developments, advanced projection systems, use and construction of graphs, charts and monographs, and design problems and applications. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include engineering, drafting (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 4.0). IAI:EGR 941 Prerequisites: DRAFT 101 --- # ENGR 211 — Statics 4 credits · 4 hours introduces basic concepts concerning force systems as applied to particles and rigid bodies in static equilibrium. Vector methods and calculus are used to examine two- and three-dimensional systems such as trusses, beams, and frames. Topics include resultants of force systems, moments of inertia, couples, distributed forces, center of mass, analysis of structures, and friction. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include general science, physics, math, engineering (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:EGR 942 Prerequisites: PHYS 151, MATH 122, MATH 221 --- # ENGR 212 — Dynamics 4 credits · 4 hours applies elements of vector calculus to two- and three-dimensional motion of a particle and of a rigid body. Topics include kinematics, kinetics, absolute and relative motion, translation, rotation, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, power, and impulse and momentum. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include general science, physics, math, engineering (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:EGR 943 Prerequisites: ENGR 211 --- # ENGT 100 — Manufacturing Processes 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to give a basic understanding of the various processes used in industry. The student will understand how processes of component manufacturing relate to product design and business decision-making. This course covers several process categories including metal fabrication, casting, welding, machining, plastics molding, surface finishing, heat treatment, and assembly. Bulk processing methods common to the food, chemical, and petroleum industries are also explored. Upon completion of this course, students will understand how people, processes, information, and materials are successful… --- # ENGT 101 — Motor Control Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours is a practical, hands-on class, centered on the study and application of controls and systems in the industrial environment. This course begins at the introductory level and progresses through advanced manual and automatic electromechanical and solid-state controls. Quizzes will be given regularly and will include lab activities. Selected lab activities will be taken for grades. The course emphasizes the on-the-job knowledge and skills required to troubleshoot and maintain modern industrial control systems. Safe work habits are emphasized throughout the course. This course is applicable towar… --- # ENGT 102 — Blueprint Reading 3 credits · 3 hours provides experiences in reading industrial prints and some sketching of orthographic and pictorial drawings. Topics covered include the interpretation of detail and assembly drawings; auxiliary views; sections, dimensions, and tolerances; lists of materials; notes; drawing change systems; threads; callouts for machine processes; positional and form tolerances; gears; splines; CNC documents; and sheet metal, welding, and control diagrams. Students produce engineering drawings using manual drafting tools and computer-aided design systems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS,… --- # ENGT 103 — Fluid Power Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is a hands-on course in the fundamentals of industrial fluid power systems. This course covers both hydraulic and pneumatic systems; however, most discussions and laboratory work focus on industrial hydraulic systems. Pneumatic systems are discussed near the end of the course where an emphasis is placed on air compression and air preparation. Initial discussions show how energy, force, pressure, and flow relate to hydrostatic systems. Subsequent discussions cover the design of various components and circuits. Industry-grade cylinders, valves, motors, and pumps are used in all laboratory exper… Prerequisites: MATH 091 --- # ENGT 104 — CNC Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to CNC machinery as it applies to the operator. CNC (computer numerical controlled) Fundamentals is a hands-on course in the setup, operation, and basic programming of CNC machines including both turning (lathes) and milling machines. Topics include an introduction to basic CNC program codes, set up, tooling, and operation. The MDI mode is utilized for manual axis control and basic machine functions. Work shift and tool offsets are programmed. Offline programming is used to create basic CNC programs. The programs are downloaded, called up, and edited, and tool path code is… --- # ENGT 105 — Occupational Safety (MSSC-1) 3 credits · 3 hours is an introductory course appropriate for operators, technicians, supervisors, and managers desiring to learn the fundamentals of occupational safety and health. Most topics discussed relate to the General Industry Standards established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This course identifies common hazards in business and industry and investigates various methods of controlling those hazards. This is primarily a lecture and discussion course; however, several hands-on demonstrations are used to enhance instruction. Presentations are similar to shop floor safety mee… --- # ENGT 111 — Motor Control Applications 4 credits · 4 hours is a practical, hands-on class, centered on the study and application of controls and systems in the industrial environment. This course includes a study of Programmable Logic Controllers, reduced voltage starting techniques, variable speed drives, soft starters, single-phase motors, three-phase theory and applications, solid-state controls, photo switches, proximity switches, horsepower and torque calculations, motor performance and testing, and motor applications. Quizzes are given regularly and include lab activities. Selected lab activities are taken for grades. The course emphasizes the… Prerequisites: ENGT 101 --- # ENGT 120 — Process Control Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is a practical, hands-on class, centered on the study and application of instrumentation and process controls and systems in the industrial environment. This course begins at the introductory level with basic measurement techniques for temperature, pressure, level, and flow. Current loops, PID control and calibration are discussed and applied in the lab. Quizzes are given regularly and include lab activities. Selected lab activities are taken for grades. The course emphasizes the on-the-job knowledge and skills required to troubleshoot and maintain modern process control systems. Safe work ha… Prerequisites: ENGT 101 --- # ENGT 131 — Maintenance Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours provides an introductory understanding of the maintenance procedures utilized in modern industrial processes. The maintenance management concepts of total productive maintenance (TPM), including routine, preventative, predictive, are integrated throughout this course. Topics include the skills and knowledge to perform housekeeping, preventive and routine maintenance of the manufacturing systems that are common in local factories and processing plants. Machine systems covered include mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, lubrication, belts and chains, bearings, couplings, and automatio… Prerequisites: MATH 091, ENGL 101 --- # ENGT 150 — Machining Fundamentals 2 credits · 2 hours provides a hands-on introduction of the basic principles of introduction to the various machining operations, setups, and procedures. The course focuses on traditional machining methods including lathes, mills, drills, cut-off saws and grinders. Topics include machine capabilities, basic process planning, setup, and machine operation. Additional topics include bench work, the use of hand tools, basic measurement tools, and layout tools. Shop safety is covered in every operation. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include manufacturing technol… --- # ENGT 151 — Cutting & Workholding 2 credits · 2 hours introduces the theory and operation of metal cutting tools using manual and CNC machining. Tools covered include drills and reamers, end mills, mill cutters, tool bits, single-point turning tools, indexable tooling, and thread tap and dies. Topics also include tool selection, machinability of different materials, calculation of speeds and feeds, and spindle horsepower requirements. Elementary heat treatment of metals and case hardening are covered as to how they affect tool selection. Work holding topics include the operation, selection and proper use of chucks, vises, clamps, and custom fixt… --- # ENGT 160 — Metrology and Quality Control 3 credits · 3 hours is a hands-on introduction to precision measurement. Topics include an overview of measuring instruments, including their advantages and limitations. Tools include micrometer and vernier tools, dial indication instruments, gauge blocks, hand tools, layout tools and layout methods. Advanced technologies are utilized including coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and vision inspection system. Measurement data is analyzed with basic statistical methods including control charts and sampling plans. Data is analyzed to determine correction plans. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS… --- # ENGT 200 — Industrial Materials 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to the types and uses of industrial materials. Topics include general classifications of materials: ferrous metals, nonferrous metals, composites and plastics. Physical, chemical, electrical properties of materials and testing criteria are covered. Emphasis is placed on the manufacture, properties, benefits, limitations, and applications of these materials in contemporary industry. Additional topics include the heat treatment of metals to improve performance and manufacturability. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include… --- # ENGT 210 — PLC Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours is a practical, hands-on class, centered on the study and application of Programmable Logic Controllers in the industrial environment. This course begins at an intermediate level, assuming prior knowledge of or experience with Programmable Logic Controllers, and progresses through advanced programming concepts. Quizzes are given regularly and include lab activities. Selected lab activities will be taken for grades. The course emphasizes the on-the-job knowledge and skills required to troubleshoot and program PLC-based control systems. Safe work habits are emphasized throughout the course. Thi… Prerequisites: ENGT 111 --- # ENGT 211 — PLC Applications & Data Acquisiton 3 credits · 3 hours centered on the study and application of Programmable Logic Controllers in the industrial environment. This course assumes prior experience with or knowledge of Programmable Logic Control systems. Topics include analog I/O, block transfers, remote I/O, remote chassis configuration, DH+ and RIO communications, PLC networking, RSLinks driver configuration, indexed addressing, indirect addressing, message instructions and processor status file concepts. The course includes a study and application of SCADA/HMI software. The course emphasizes the on-the-job knowledge and skills required to trouble… Prerequisites: ENGT 111 --- # ENGT 212 — Motor Control Systems 4 credits · 4 hours introduces the student to the methods used to maintain, troubleshoot, install, and repair industrial electrical systems. Topics include wiring and piping methods, the effective use of test equipment, various approaches to troubleshooting electrical systems, a review of electric motor theory, and expanded coverage of three-phase power and distribution systems. Preventive maintenance of electrical systems is discussed. Application portions of the National Electrical Code are included. Safe work habits are emphasized throughout the course. There will be two lecture hours and four laboratory hour… Prerequisites: ENGT 111 --- # ENGT 213 — Robotic Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is a hands-on introduction to industrial robot systems including hardware, software, and system integration. Topics include operation, programming, troubleshooting, proper application, system integration, profitability analysis, and safety issues. The course covers an overview of current robotics industry, terminology, mechanical components, power sources, end effectors, robot controllers, and system sensors. A variety of robotic systems are studied, including servo and non-servo systems. Programming is done both on the PC and "teach" pendants. Robots are integrated with CNC machines, program… Prerequisites: ENGT 104, ENGT 210 --- # ENGT 214 — Motion Control Applications 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the methods and equipment used to program, configure, troubleshoot, and repair AC and DC drive systems, closed loop servo drives, and motion control systems. Topics include the effective use of test equipment, variable speed drive applications and configuration, various approaches to troubleshooting drive systems, servo systems, an overview of electrical motor theory, position and speed feedback devices, and closed loop control. Safe work habits are emphasized throughout the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lectur… Prerequisites: ENGT 111 --- # ENGT 215 — Motion Control Systems 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the methods and equipment used to maintain, troubleshoot and repair Computer Numerical Controls. Topics include the effective use of test equipment, various approaches to troubleshooting CNC's and a review of motion control theory and PLC's. Quizzes are given regularly and include lab activities. Selected lab activities will be taken for grades. The course emphasizes the on-the-job knowledge and skills required to troubleshoot and maintain CNC control systems. Safe work habits are emphasized throughout the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AA… Prerequisites: ENGT 214 --- # ENGT 220 — Process Control Applications 3 credits · 3 hours is a practical, hands-on class, centered on the study and application of instrumentation and process controls and systems in the industrial environment. This course assumes the student has prior knowledge of basic instrumentation and process control systems. Topics include "smart" instrumentation, valves and actuators, ratio control, cascaded control loops, PLC control, analog I/O, PH, conductivity, and an introduction to HMI/SCADA systems. Quizzes are given regularly and include lab activities. Selected lab activities will be taken for grades. The course emphasizes the on-the-job knowledge a… Prerequisites: ENGT 120 --- # ENGT 230 — Power Transmission Applications 3 credits · 3 hours provides students with enhanced training in mechanical power transmission systems. Topics covered include plain bearings, ball bearings, roller bearings, bearing selection and maintenance, right angle gears, speed reducers, gaskets and seals, clutches and brakes, and linear drives. Students work with handbooks, manufacturers' catalogs, and trade literature to solve power transmission problems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ENGT 131 --- # ENGT 231 — Piping Fundamentals 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to give students the skills to specify and assemble basic pipe, tube, and hose systems. Topics include pipe materials, pipe schedules, pipe threading, fittings, valve operation and maintenance, schematic interpretation, tube bending, and hose construction. This course also covers the operation and performance of steam distribution systems. Skills are acquired using hands-on laboratory exercises. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: MATH 091, ENGL 101 --- # ENGT 232 — Rigging & Cranes 2 credits · 2 hours demonstrates how to select and configure cranes, hoists, and slings for safe load movement. Topics include load weight estimating and balancing, hook and eyebolt installation, hoist selection, sling design, and crane identification. Skills are acquired through classroom lectures and hands-on laboratory exercises. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: MATH 091, ENGL 101 --- # ENGT 233 — Lubrication Systems 2 credits · 2 hours investigates the function of lubrication in mechanical systems. It also provides students with the skills to operate series/progressive and piston distributor central lubrication systems that are furnished with Lubriquip Maxi-Monitor controllers. Troubleshooting principles are covered in detail and primarily applied to lubrication systems; however, troubleshooting of other electro-mechanical systems is also discussed. Analysis of oil samples is undertaken to determine viscosity, metallic wear rates, level of degradation, and level of foreign substance contamination. Complex components, such a… Prerequisites: MATH 091, ENGL 101 --- # ENGT 234 — Pump Applications 2 credits · 2 hours covers the operation of dynamic and positive displacement pumps. Discussion of positive displacement pumps focuses on those types not covered in the industrial fluid power courses. Pump theory is discussed in detail to provide students with skills to troubleshoot and evaluate pump systems. Course topics include pump classification, head calculations, specific speed, pump curves, fluid viscosity, net positive suction head, cavitation, pump corrosion, seals, packings, series pump systems, and parallel pump systems. Students use hands-on exercises to investigate centrifugal pumps, diaphragm pump… Prerequisites: MATH 091, ENGL 101 --- # ENGT 235 — Industrial Machinery Repair 2 credits · 2 hours allows students to solve mechanical problems by combining skills obtained from other mechanical courses; therefore, students are encouraged to enroll for this course during their second year of study. Machine tools are the center for most discussions in this class. Topics include leveling, anchoring, axis alignment, gib adjustment, chip conveyors, and ball screws. Planned maintenance of equipment is emphasized, and initial lectures cover preventive and predictive maintenance practices. Students perform predictive maintenance techniques such as oil analysis, vibration analysis, and thermograph… Prerequisites: ENGT 230 --- # ENGT 240 — Hydraulic Applications 3 credits · 3 hours applies those concepts learned in , Fluid Power Fundamentals. This course focuses entirely on industrial hydraulics with emphasis on circuit design. Students design hydraulic circuits using computer simulation software and validate each virtual design by creating an equivalent physical circuit. Students are also required to interpret hydraulic schematics associated with complex industrial machinery. The majority of class time will be used for laboratory and project work. Students must have basic computer skills and be able to manipulate the Windows operating system. This course is applicable… Prerequisites: ENGT 103 --- # ENGT 241 — Pneumatic Applications 3 credits · 3 hours provides comprehensive instruction in the area of industrial pneumatics. Pneumatic concepts not covered in , Fluid Power Fundamentals, are discussed. The role of pneumatics in industrial automation is emphasized. Topics covered include air-logic circuits, vacuum systems, air bearings, pneumatic actuators, pneumatic valves, schematics, compressor sizing and maintenance, air drying, air filtration, and electronic sensors. Students incorporate computer simulation in the design and validation of electro-pneumatic circuits. Students must have basic computer skills and be able to manipulate the Win… Prerequisites: ENGT 103 --- # ENGT 242 — Fluid Power Systems 3 credits · 3 hours provides advanced training in the area of industrial hydraulics with emphasis placed on system performance and troubleshooting. Initial activities require students to adjust and measure the performance of an integrated hydraulic system accurately. Advanced exercises require students to troubleshoot and repair single and multiple system faults. Students will become proficient in diagnosing problems and implementing solutions. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ENGT 103 --- # ENGT 250 — CNC Turning 3 credits · 3 hours covers the programming, setup, and operation of a CNC turning machine to create a variety of parts. Topics include an advanced use of the various functions of the turning machine's controller and advanced skills and knowledge of tooling and machine setups. CNC Turning programming techniques and machine setup include roughing, finishing, profiling, facing, threading, and boring. Job setup sheets are created utilizing the part print. Machine capabilities are utilized in both a production and job-shop environment. The students will CNC machine a major metal working project requiring the use of a… Prerequisites: ENGT 104, ENGT 150, ENGT 151 --- # ENGT 251 — CNC Milling 3 credits · 3 hours is an advanced course covering the programming, setup, and operation of a CNC milling machine to create a variety of parts. Topics include an advanced use of the various functions of the machine's controller, and advanced skills and knowledge of tooling and machine setups. CNC programming techniques and machine setup include roughing, finishing, profiling, pocketing, and drilling and tapping. Job setup sheets are created utilizing the part print. Machine capabilities are utilized in both a production and job-shop environment. The students will CNC machine a major metal working project requiri… Prerequisites: ENGT 104, ENGT 150, ENGT 151 --- # ENGT 252 — CAM Applications 3 credits · 3 hours is a hands-on course that utilizes commercial CAM software to create CNC machine code directly from a CAD model database. Various two-dimensional and three-dimensional surfaces are modeled and edited to generate CNC code. CAD models are edited for manufacturability. Job setup files are customized to represent the specific CNC machine to be utilized. Post processing and code editing techniques are utilized to customize the generated code for specific machines. Tool path modeling and simulation methods are utilized to optimize machining performance. Codes are downloaded for machining. This cour… Prerequisites: DRAFT 236, DRAFT 103, ENGT 104 --- # ENGT 290 — Work Exp. Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides students the opportunity to apply their technical training in a workplace setting. The practical nature of this course will enhance the knowledge and skill base of the student. Students must work 10 hours per week once appropriate employment is secured and are expected to participate in solving real-life technical problems under the supervision of an experienced technician(s). A list of suggested work-based learning sites, with contact names and phone numbers, will be given to the student by the instructor; however, the student is responsible for finding applicable employment. The in… --- # ENGT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project 3 credits · 3 hours provides for supervised independent projects in Engineering Technology and is only for students in their last semester. The student will keep a log of progress, prepare written reports, and present an oral report at the end of the semester. The student will apply classroom knowledge to a workplace situation in the form of a hands-on technical project. The project will provide advanced students with the opportunity to integrate and practice previous coursework in a simulated work environment under the supervision of an instructor. The work project will be developed cooperatively between the in… --- # ENGT 299 — Systems Integration 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide the student with a realistic cross-disciplinary work experience. The students are given a complete specification for a functional system. The students are then expected to design, build, wire, pipe, program, test, and document the system. A variety of system packages is available. The system chosen for each class will be determined by the enrollment and make-up of each class. Students are expected to collaborate with students from other disciplines to complete the project. Safe work habits are emphasized throughout the course. This is the capstone course for the Enginee… --- # ESL 081 — Pre-Beginning 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours is for students who function minimally in English. The course content covers beginning structure, pronunciation, vocabulary building and limited reading and writing skills. The primary objective of the course is to help the students develop a basic comprehension of the English language. This course is offered tuition free. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of concentration include basic certificate in developmental, preparatory, or basic skills (credit hours 0.5-10.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # ESL 082 — Beginning 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours is for students who have minimal experience and/or instruction in English. The course content covers beginning structure, pronunciation, vocabulary building, and reading and writing skills. The primary objectives of the course is to provide repetitive practice toward a meaningful and communicative use of the English language. This course is offered tuition free. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of concentration include basic certificate in developmental, preparatory, or basic skills (credit hours 0.5-10.0, lecture ho… --- # ESL 083 — Intermediate 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours is for students who have some experience and/or instruction in English. The course content reviews basic structure and pronunciation skills, continues vocabulary building and devotes equal time to reading, speaking and writing skills. The primary objective of the course are to review and refine basic skills and to promote purposeful communication both in and out of the classroom. This course is offered tuition free. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of concentration include basic certificate in developmental, preparat… --- # ESL 084 — Advanced 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours is for the students who have considerable experience and/or instruction in English. The course and content includes review, advanced refinement, and expansion of listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. The primary objective of the course is to provide opportunities for the student to develop confidence to use English proficiency in his/her everyday life, specifically to succeed in personal, work, and education-related experiences. This course is offered tuition free. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development; areas of conc… --- # FIRE 110 — Introduction to Fire Science (Module A) 4 credits · 4 hours is a basic introduction to the history and philosophy of fire protection and includes overall operations, fire behavior, building construction, communication, self-contained breathing apparatus, personal safety, portable extinguishers, ropes and knots. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # FIRE 111 — Techniques of Firefighting 1 (Module B) 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to teach and to develop the knowledge and manipulative skills needed by the firefighter. This course includes ladders, hose and appliances, water supply operations, fire streams, ventilation techniques, and forcible entry techniques. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # FIRE 112 — Techniques of Firefighting 2 (Module C) 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to expand the knowledge to a higher skill level. This course includes search and rescue, fire control, loss control, protecting evidence, fire detection and suppression systems, fire prevention/public education, wildland/ground cover firefighting, and firefighter survival. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: FIRE 110, FIRE 111 --- # FIRE 120 — Fire Prevention Principles 1 3 credits · 3 hours is a course required of eligible candidates pursuing Fire Officer I certification. This course is designed to meet the needs of individuals who are expanding their knowledge about fire department operations within the fire service. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 130 — Fire Service Laws and Regulations 3 credits · 3 hours enables the student to acquire a basic knowledge of the laws that directly or indirectly affect the fire service by providing a basic knowledge of methodology through which to locate, read, and comprehend the various statutes, regulations, and cases that are the framework of the law. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 140 — Fire Service Instructor-Basic 3 credits · 3 hours meets the guidelines of the Office of the State Fire Marshal to qualify fire service personnel to conduct training and educational courses for the fire service. This course is designed to give students the knowledge and ability to teach from prepared materials that are predominantly skills-oriented. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 170 — Rescue/Roadway Extrication 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to develop student skills in the use of extrication techniques needed to perform rescue, extrication, and hazardous control functions. This course qualifies students for state certification as a Roadway Extrication Specialist. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # FIRE 180 — Building Construction for the Firefighter 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to improve firefighter safety on the fire ground. This course demonstrates the effects that fire and heat may have on various types of building construction and the resulting loss of structural integrity. It also includes information on the signs and symptoms of structural damage. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 200 — Tactics and Strategy 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to the basic principles and methods associated with fire ground operations as required of the company officer. The course emphasizes size-up, fire ground operations, pre-fire planning, and engine company and truck company operations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 210 — Tactics and Strategy II 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for the fire officer who is responsible for commanding a fire or emergency operation involving multiple companies. Areas covered are strategic concepts in firefighting, responsibilities of command officers, multi-company operations, high rise operations, disasters, and critical incident stress. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: FIRE 200 --- # FIRE 220 — Fire Instructor II 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes teaching formalized lessons from materials prepared by the instructor including relating information from one lesson or class to the next. This course qualifies the student for certification as Fire Instructor 2. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: FIRE 140 --- # FIRE 230 — Fire Service Hydraulics 4 credits · 4 hours is designed for those beginning the operation of fire pumps and those who wish to expand their knowledge in pump operations. Practical evolution of pump operations will be performed. This course qualifies the student for certification as a Fire Apparatus Engineer. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # FIRE 250 — Hazardous Materials 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide the basic skills needed to evaluate and work defensively at an incident involving the release of hazardous materials. The student will understand the relevance of standard operating guidelines and how they play a role in hazardous materials operations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 260 — Fire Investigation 3 credits · 3 hours covers techniques and procedures for the investigation of fires. This course includes determining the cause and origin of fire, fire behavior, detection of arson, investigation techniques, and the legal aspects of arson investigation. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 270 — Fire Management 1 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to acquaint the student with the role of the company officer and provides an introduction to basic management theories, practices, and functions. This course is a requirement for Fire Officer I. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 280 — Fire Management 2 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to acquaint the student with the principles of communications and group dynamics as they relate to the company officer. This course is a requirement for Fire Officer I. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 285 — Fire Management 3 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to acquaint the student with the role of the company officer and provides an introduction to organizational management, social service, capital resources, public finance, and public relations. This course is a requirement for Fire Officer II. This course follows all requirements set forth by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 286 — Fire Management 4 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to acquaint the student with the role of the company officer and provides knowledge of personnel management, health & safety, labor relations, and information management. This course is a requirement for Fire Officer II and follows all requirements set forth by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # FIRE 297 — Fire Science Technologies 3 credits · 3 hours offers an introduction to what is current and what is coming in fire science practice and technology. Specific topics will change to reflect the state of the art. Three credit hours may be used as directed electives in the AAS Fire Science Degree. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # GERM 101 — Beginning German 1 4 credits · 4 hours includes elementary grammar, pronunciation, and reading of graded texts. The aural-oral approach is utilized toward acquiring skills in speaking, understanding, and reading German. Together with GERM102, it is designed for students with no previous study of German. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # GERM 102 — Beginning German 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of . This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: GERM 101 --- # GERM 201 — Intermediate German 1 4 credits · 4 hours includes reading of intermediate texts (Novellen and essays) and a review of grammar utilizing aural-oral practice in the classroom and laboratory. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: GERM 102 --- # GERM 202 — Intermediate German 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of , with increased attention to composition and conversation. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H1 900 Prerequisites: GERM 201 --- # GIS 100 — Intro to Geographic Information Sys 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to the fundamental principles and concepts behind the use and application of geographic information systems (GIS). Emphasis is placed on developing a theoretical background in technology and real-world use of industry standard GIS technology and software. A heavy focus will be placed on theories of special analysis and practical applications of GIS methods and practices. Students will produce maps and will conduct data analysis. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/life & physical science; areas of concentration i… --- # HIST 101 — United States to 1877 4 credits · 4 hours covers the development of the United States from the colonial era through the Reconstruction period after the Civil War. Particular attention is given to the founding of the Colonies, Puritan thought and culture, Anglo-French rivalry, the political and economic background of the War of Independence, the formation of the American government, the Federalists, the Jeffersonians, the settlement of the West, Jacksonian democracy, "Manifest Destiny," sectional issues, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIST 102 — United States since 1877 4 credits · 4 hours surveys industrialization and urbanization, the Progressive Era, the background and American entry into World Wars I and II, the Depression, the New Deal, Cold War diplomacy, and domestic issues since World War II. The course will also examine the roles of women and minority peoples in our culture. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include history, social science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:S2 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIST 111 — European Civ to Reformation 4 credits · 4 hours consists of a survey of European civilization from earliest times through Greece, the Roman Empire, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Reformation with particular emphasis on the development of Western thought, religion, art, culture, law, and government. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include history (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H2 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIST 112 — European Civ: The Modern Era 4 credits · 4 hours examines the impact of intellectual, artistic, technological, and political developments from the rise of absolutist monarchies in the 17th century to the present day. Particular emphasis is given to the Enlightenment, Liberalism, the growth of Nationalism, the Industrial Revolution, Imperialism, World Wars I and II, and the decline of Colonialism. Attention is also given to major artistic, musical, and literary trends. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include history (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIST 201 — Or & Dev of Imp China & Japan 4 credits · 4 hours surveys early Chinese and Japanese history, religion, philosophy, art, and literature. China's "golden age" and Japanese feudalism are covered, and special emphasis is placed on how present-day East Asian attitudes and beliefs were originally formulated. Meets third-world course requirements. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include history (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H2 903N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIST 202 — Modern East Asia 4 credits · 4 hours provides a survey of China's and Japan's entry into the modern world. The last 300 years are surveyed, but particular emphasis is placed on Japan's transition from feudalism to Asia's industrial leader and China's evolution from empire to Communism. Meets third-world course requirements. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include history (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H2 903N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIST 270 — History of Non-Western Civilization: China 4 credits · 4 hours provides a survey of China's premodern and modern culture/society and its entry into the modern world. The last 250 years are surveyed, but particular emphasis is placed on China's cultural modernization evolution from empire through Communism. Meets third-world course requirements. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include history (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H2 903N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIST 271 — History of Japan 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to the history of the Japanese people, their social and cultural systems, politics, and economy, from the earliest time to the mid-twentieth century. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include history (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H2 908 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HIT 101 — Intro to HLTH Information Tech 1 3 credits · 3 hours focuses on the roles of the health information manager; the content, function, structure and uses of health information; and how health information is managed. It looks at the environment in which HIT professionals work, essentially, the U.S. healthcare delivery system. It will also introduce concepts and principles of organization and supervision at the HIT level. This course is applicable toward all certificates, Applied Science degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HIT 102 — Intro to HLTH Information Tech 2 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: focuses on health information leadership models, theories and skills, change management and human resources management. Covers healthcare reimbursement, revenue cycle regulations and fraud and abuse compliance. Reviews legal issues associated with health information including an overview of sources of law and the legal system. Examines data privacy and confidentiality as well as data security. This course is applicable toward all certificates, Applied Science degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: HIT 101 --- # HIT 115 — Computers in Healthcare 3 credits · 3 hours introduces information technology concepts and provides a broad view of how IT supports the functions of healthcare delivery. This course will help students conceptualize the various components necessary for development of a total health information system. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HIT 118 — Intro to Healthcare Documentation 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to the healthcare documentation curriculum. Computer skills such as saving and transferring files, auto text, and autocorrect in Word are covered as well as career roles and responsibilities. The Book of Style is utilized in this course so students can become familiar with guidelines for healthcare documentation including formatting medical records, acceptable abbreviations in the medical field, pharmacology terminology, grammar, proofreading, and acceptable editing. Medical reports are utilized to help students with proper formatting and build proofreading and editing ski… --- # HIT 140 — Medical Terminology 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide the student with knowledge of the meaning of word parts, pronunciation, and correct spelling of medical terms, along with some anatomy. Special emphasis is placed on the medical terminology as it relates to the human body. Students cannot receive credit for both and . To transfer to Richland, the course must have been completed at an AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity)-accredited institution and must have been completed within the previous five (5) years from the time of transfer. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit… --- # HIT 141 — Anatomy and Physiology Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours is a lecture course dealing with an introduction to the principles of anatomy and physiology. In association with each body system, common pathological conditions are also covered. This course is recommended for persons interested in allied health professions such as medical coding, transcription, or other medical clerical positions. To transfer to Richland, the course must have been completed at an AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity)-accredited institution and must have been completed within the previous five (5) years from the time of transfer. This course is applicabl… Prerequisites: HIT 140 --- # HIT 142 — Healthcare Documentation 1 4 credits · 4 hours involves transcription of medical reports dictated by real physicians. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced dictation is transcribed. Students transcribe approximately 15 hours of dictation, which includes chart notes, history and physical examinations, consultations, operative reports, discharge summaries, radiology, and pathology reports. This course builds upon the previous study of medical terminology, anatomy, and English courses with in-depth coverage of English usage, editing, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting techniques for medical records. In Healthcare Documentation 1,… Prerequisites: HIT 118, HIT 141 --- # HIT 143 — Basic ICD Coding 3 credits · 3 hours provides an overview of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding. Students gain an understanding of the organization and format of the ICD-10-CM/PCS manual, coding conventions, guidelines, and basic steps in coding. This course covers coding application for diseases and procedures in each body system. After a review of the coding guidelines for each body system, students code assigned patient scenarios/medical reports using their ICD-10-CM/PCS code book. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HIT 141 --- # HIT 190 — Coding Professional Practice Exp 2 credits · 2 hours provides students with coding practices in a hospital, physician office, claims payer, ambulatory clinic or other healthcare setting with directed projects common to a clinical coding specialist on the job. It is a 40-hour professional practice experience. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: HIT 101, HIT 143, HIT 243 --- # HIT 195 — Coding Workplace Simulation 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to give students the opportunity to apply their technical coding skills, demonstrate learning and thinking skills, and develop individual resourcefulness. The student will work independently to complete a minimum of 40 hours of authentic coding. Students will use a logic-based encoder and coding reference software. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: HIT 101, HIT 143, HIT 243 --- # HIT 215 — Electronic Health Records 3 credits · 3 hours covers the key elements of the electronic health record (EHR) planning and implementation process. This course covers EHR history, trends, and common pitfalls. Students learn to develop a migration pathway to implementation and ongoing management of EHR-related systems. Learning takes place through lecture and hands-on applications. This course also introduces students to health information exchange (HIE) and personal health records (PHR). This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HIT 225 — Speech Recognition Technology Editing 3 credits · 3 hours provides students the opportunity to build editing and proofreading skills by correcting speech-recognized healthcare documentation. Students will learn basic and advanced editing skills utilizing front end and back end speech recognition technology (SRT). The basic four - history and physical examinations, consultation reports, operative reports, and discharge summaries - as well as chart notes and radiology reports will be edited from various specialties. To transfer to Richland, the course must have been completed at an AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity)-accredited i… Prerequisites: HIT 141 --- # HIT 230 — Alternative Healthcare Settings 3 credits · 3 hours explores the study of health information management in various healthcare settings (e.g., hospital-based care, long-term care, home health care, ambulatory care, correctional facilities, and substance abuse facilities). Topics such as documentation requirements, licensure and accreditation standards, quality assessment, utilization review, funding, reimbursement, information management, data flow, coding, data sets, risk management, and trends will be covered. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HIT 240 — Quality Improvement in Healthcare 3 credits · 3 hours covers trends in healthcare quality control and performance. It serves as solid source on Performance Improvement (PI) foundations, fundamentals and core principles. It reinforces understanding of performance improvement concepts and issues with case studies and real-world scenarios. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HIT 241 — Pharmacology Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours provides an introduction to the principles of pharmacology and therapeutic use of drugs. Emphasis is placed on examination of body systems and the related drug therapy to treat diseases within each system. Medication actions, dosage forms, routes of administration, and adverse effects are covered. To transfer to Richland, the course must have been completed at an AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity)-accredited institution and must have been completed within the previous five (5) years from the time of transfer. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (… Prerequisites: HIT 140 --- # HIT 242 — Healthcare Documentation 2 4 credits · 4 hours is an extension of Healthcare Documentation 1. Students continue to develop skills by transcribing medical reports dictated by real physicians. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced dictation is transcribed. Students transcribe approximately 15 hours of dictation, which includes chart notes, history and physical examinations, consultations, operative reports, discharge summaries, radiology, and pathology reports. In Healthcare Documentation 2, students transcribe reports from the following body systems: endocrine, urology, OB/GYN, orthopedics, psychiatry, neurology, pathology, and radiology.… Prerequisites: HIT 142 --- # HIT 243 — Basic CPT Coding 3 credits · 3 hours provides an overview of CPT coding. Students gain an understanding of the organization and format of the CPT manual, coding conventions, guidelines, modifiers, E&M coding, and coding procedures in each body system. After a review of coding guidelines for each body system, students code assigned patient scenarios/medical reports using their CPT code book. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HIT 141 --- # HIT 244 — Interpreting Healthcare Records 3 credits · 3 hours provides students with a deeper understanding of the structure and content of medical records. Students utilize critical thinking and research skills to solve case studies and decipher medical records, as well as proofread and edit history and physicals, consultation reports, operative reports, and discharge summaries. Significance of electronic health records, HIPAA requirements, medicolegal terminology, as well as researching human diseases, x-rays, scans, and laboratory tests/values, are covered. To transfer to Richland, the course must have been completed at an AHDI (Association for Healt… Prerequisites: HIT 140 --- # HIT 245 — Health Info Law & Ethics 3 credits · 3 hours helps students understand the legal issues of health records, electronic health records (EHRs) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). It addresses topics critical to effective health information management (HIM) practice, including privacy, security, confidentiality, ethical issues and legal policies and procedures. The course focuses on procedures involved in court disclosure of medical records, laws pertaining to release of information from medical records and medical record requirements for accrediting, approving, licensing and certifying agencies. This course is… --- # HIT 248 — Pathophysiology 3 credits · 3 hours provides an introduction to the study of diseases. Students will understand chronic, acute, localized, and systemic disease processes including etiology, signs, symptoms, and prognosis. The predisposition of certain diseases based on heredity, baseline health status, and coexisting factors such as the use of medications, caffeine, tobacco, and alcohol will be discussed. Genetics and diseases that affect the human body throughout the life cycle are explored, building upon concepts utilized in . This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: HIT 141 --- # HIT 250 — Reimbursement Principles in Healthcare 3 credits · 3 hours examines how the current healthcare reimbursement systems and methodologies impact the entire U.S. healthcare delivery system and economy of today's world. The impact of health insurance, coding and billing compliance, and value-based purchasing initiatives are also discussed. As students learn the methodology of each payment system, they will develop an understanding of the overall effect the healthcare reimbursement system has on providers and payers, consumers, and public-sector policymakers as well as acquire an appreciation for the complexity of these methodologies. This course is applic… Prerequisites: HIT 143, HIT 243 --- # HIT 290 — Prof Practice Exp 3 credits · 3 hours provides students with hands-on experience in applying their knowledge to a variety of health information technology procedures. Students will gain valuable insight into the role of the health information professional. The professional practice experience will include admission and discharge procedures, collection of health and vital statistics, coding and abstracting, following up on incomplete records, tumor registry, release of information and utilization review. This experience may be located in one or more diverse settings such as long-term care, hospital, correctional facility, ambulato… --- # HIT 291 — Transcription Prof Experience 3 credits · 3 hours provides students the opportunity to apply principles learned in previous courses to the work environment. Students in the Healthcare Documentation (HD) degree program transcribe physician-dictated medical reports for a company, physician's office, and/or hospital in order to obtain the necessary skills to succeed in the medical transcription field. Students are required to work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for the course. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). Prerequisites: HIT 242 --- # HLTH 040 — Nurse Assistant Competency Skills Assessment 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours is designed to assess the basic nursing skills of a certified nursing assistant who has not worked for a period of 8 hours during twenty-four (24) consecutive months as a CNA, performing nursing assistant duties for monetary compensation. This course will determine if the student is competent in the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) identified skills prior to reporting to a clinical site with a trained and IDPH approved competency evaluator. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates in general studies except personal development (credit hours 0.5, lab hours 1.0). --- # HLTH 100 — First Aid Training 1 credits · 1 hours trains students in lifesaving and first aid techniques. Students will be able to differentiate between emergency care and first aid treatment. Topics to be covered include life-threatening conditions - airway obstruction, shock, asthma, bleeding, diabetes, drowning, electric shock, head injuries, poisoning; non- life-threatening conditions - abrasions, minor skin wounds, bites, blisters, bruises, burns, eye injuries, fractures, frostbite, heat exhaustion/stroke; nosebleeds, seizures, splinters, sprains tick bites, tooth emergencies; and written emergency plans and procedures. This course is a… --- # HLTH 110 — Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours trains students for Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider CPR Certification according to Emergency Cardiac Care Guidelines established by the American Heart Association. Performance skills must be passed for barrier devices, AED Training, Adult - One Rescuer CPR, Adult - Two Rescuer CPR, Adult - FBAO Management: Conscious, Adult - FBAO Management: Unconscious, Child - FBAO Management: Conscious, Child FBAO Management: Unconscious, Infant CPR, Infant FBAO Management: Conscious, and Infant FBAO Management: Unconscious. This course may be repeated. A student may enroll in and receive cre… --- # HLTH 111 — Introductory Seminar on Alcoholism 2 credits · 2 hours prepares the alcohol health professional and interested people to deal with the problems of alcoholics. The course includes an overview of alcoholism, pharmacology, the progression of the disease process, and a review of special populations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). --- # HLTH 115 — Introduction to Health Careers 1 credits · 1 hours is designed to train students to become familiar with and learn about the many allied health occupations and the organizational structure within the health care delivery system. Students learn about various career descriptions, educational requirements, job skills, job availability, and career hierarchy. Students evaluate health careers most suited to their individual interests, abilities, and goals. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # HLTH 120 — Wellness and Healthful Living 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide students with concepts and skills for wellness and healthful living. Students learn about past and current health trends, as well as new health discoveries that will have an effect on health care in the future. The course covers the topics of physical health, emotional health, intellectual health, nutrition, social health, relationships, communicable diseases, substance abuse, emergency care, death and dying, community health programs, and environmental issues relating to optimal health. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, le… --- # HLTH 140 — Medical Terminology 3 credits · 3 hours focuses on vocabulary used in medicine, nursing, and other allied health occupations. Students learn structures, functions, and terms related to diagnosis, pathology, and treatments for each body system. This course is recommended for students entering any Health Professions program. Student cannot receive credit for both and . This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HLTH 141 — Nurse Assistant Training 8 credits · 8 hours is designed to give the student who desires employment as a nurse assistant or orderly training in the basic nursing skills. The course provides 142 hours of approved Illinois Department of Public Health course instruction in classroom work and clinical experience. Classroom work will consist of 92 hours, and clinical assignment will consist of 50 hours. Upon successful completion of both theory and clinical sections, the student receives a certificate of completion. To become fully certified and placed on the Nurse Aide Registry in Illinois, students must also take and pass the State's appro… --- # HLTH 197 — Special Topics in Healthcare 1 credits · 1 hours enables the student to explore a topic of special interest in healthcare. The course provides an opportunity to explore a new area of interest. A student may enroll in and receive credit up to three times for this course to have an opportunity to emphasize a different area during each enrollment. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0-3.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # HLTH 220 — Nutrition and Diet Therapy 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students in health care professions and food service programs. It includes fundamentals of nutrition, maintenance of health through good nutrition, diet therapy, and food preparation. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include dietetic assist/technician, allied health and nursing (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HLTH 290 — Health Internship 1 credits · 1 hours involves applying the knowledge and skills learned in a health professions program in a clinical setting. This course provides students enrolled in health profession programs opportunities to explore areas of clinical interest as they are mentored by health professionals. Students use knowledge gained in the health programs to hone technical skills and improve critical thinking, adaptability, prioritization, assessment, and patient care management. Students complete online assignments and participate weekly in clinical experiences (60 contact hours equal 1 clinical credit) throughout the cour… --- # HLTH 297 — Advanced Topics in Healthcare 1 credits · 1 hours enables the student who is or has been enrolled in a health professions course or who is a graduate of a health professions program an opportunity to explore a topic of special interest in health care. Students will build on prior learning and apply knowledge and concepts learned in other courses as they explore new/expanded topics. A student may enroll in and receive credit for this course up to three times to have an opportunity to emphasize a different area during each enrollment. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0-3.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # HORT 100 — Horticulture Science 4 credits · 4 hours provides a general background in horticulture plant growth and development. Areas include the production, utilization, and marketing of fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, floriculture, landscaping, turf, and nursery. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). IAI:AG 905 --- # HORT 110 — Turf Management 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes general types of turf grasses, their growth habits, and the establishment of turf. Fertilizers, diseases, insects, weeds, and some turf equipment are included. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 115 — Soils & Fertility 3 credits · 3 hours covers the chemical properties of fertilizers, types, production and use in relation to soil properties, environmental conditions, crop requirements, applications, and economic factors of liming and nutrient applications. Students are introduced to basic principles of soil formation, texture, structure, moisture and organic matter and how soils and fertility relate to agriculture and horticulture practices. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 120 — Landscape Plant Identification 3 credits · 3 hours identifies commonly used ornamental trees, shrubs, and vines. In addition, their special growth and moisture requirements and their uses in a landscape plan are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 121 — Landscape Design Principles 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes cost, specifications, land and plant material calculations, and layout design of specific landscape areas. Skills of surveying are introduced as they are needed. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HORT 120 --- # HORT 125 — Integrated Pest Management 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes the building and maintaining of healthy soil, plant and insect biological cycles as the key to pest and disease management. Course content includes study of major pests and diseases, including structure, life cycle, and favored hosts; and biological and least toxic methods of chemical control. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and recommend control methods of selected insects and diseases. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 128 — Small Farm Equipment 3 credits · 3 hours is a study of farm machinery and agricultural equipment for the small farm. Topics include selection and operation of tractors, material handling equipment, tillage and harvesting equipment and irrigation systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify equipment parts and explain the basic principles of machinery operation and management. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 200 — Perennial Plant Material 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes identification, selection, use, and management of perennials and ornamental grasses in the landscape. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 202 — Vegetable Crop Production 3 credits · 3 hours includes summer sustainable crop production practices, including vegetable and culinary herbs. Topics include variety selection, production methods and record keeping procedures. Students will actively participate in their learning experience by working on Richland's Student Farm, participating in the production, harvesting and distribution of sustainable crop products. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 211 — Horticulture Mechanics 3 credits · 3 hours covers topics related to the maintenance and operation of turf equipment. This course is applicable toward Turf Grass Management (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 215 — Landscape Design Applications 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to a comprehensive and practical application of landscape design skills. Students learn design applications involving computer aided design, landscape photo imaging, plant selection, site-plan analysis, cost estimating and proposal presentation. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HORT 120, HORT 121, HORT 221 --- # HORT 221 — Landscape Construction 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes the techniques and materials used in landscape construction. Students also learn to use standard practices in estimating the costs of landscape construction projects. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 225 — Tree & Shrub Maintenance 3 credits · 3 hours studies the techniques of ornamental tree and shrub care, including plant biology, planting and transplanting, pruning, fertility, pest control, and equipment use and safety. On completion, the student should be able to prune trees and shrubs properly and perform arboriculture practices. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include agriculture (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 226 — Fruit Production 3 credits · 3 hours covers the science and practice of growing, harvesting, handling, storing, processing, and marketing of fruits. Crops include apples, pears, peaches, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, grapes, and other fruits commonly grown in the area. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 230 — Greenhouse Operations 3 credits · 3 hours includes a study of greenhouse construction and operation. Special emphasis is given to temperature, light, soils, gases, nutrition, and the growth of bedding plants. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 231 — Bedding and Plant Production 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to identification and commercial production of bedding plants. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HORT 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides students in the Horticulture program the opportunity to apply principles learned in other courses to the work situation by employment in or observation of activities necessary for the student to succeed in the workplace. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # HORT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to give students the opportunity to apply their technical skills and ability to work successfully in the workforce, to demonstrate learning and thinking skills, and to develop individual resourcefulness. The student will have an opportunity to work independently and as a team member on a specific project(s) under the guidance of a faculty mentor. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # HOSP 104 — Purchasing & Product Identification 3 credits · 3 hours includes a study and application of purchasing methods for the Hospitality Industry including the distribution system, supplier channels, price and payment, ordering procedures, storage and security, and specifications for food and non-food items. The course focuses on the up-to-date information on the latest trends and today's technology within the hospitality industry. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HOSP 108 — Intro to Hospitality Industry 3 credits · 3 hours includes a study of how to conceive, open, and run any type of restaurant. From concept to menus to staffing to legal and tax matters, this course is packed with indispensable information to guide students to success in this highly competitive and rewarding industry. It includes the latest discussion of trends and issues within restaurant management, including the greening of the industry, sustainability, leadership, and social media as a marketing and sales opportunity. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HOSP 115 — Menu Planning 3 credits · 3 hours offers a complete overview of key aspects of menu planning, including designing, writing, costing, marketing, and merchandising a menu. Focuses on the evolution of the menu and includes topics such as menu trends in the industry, performing market research and creating a market survey, nutrition and dietary guidelines, and menu planning, as well as examining the financial aspects of menu planning such as performing a yield test, creating and writing standardized recipes, and recipe costing. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HOSP 202 — Hospitality Nutrition 3 credits · 3 hours includes a study and application of nutrients to include carbohydrates, lipids, protein, vitamins, water, and minerals. Additional focus will include nutritional menu planning for the life cycle. This course also covers weight management, menu planning for vegetarians, nutritious menu planning, and recipe development. Students learn techniques for marketing nutrition in the food service management industry. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HOSP 203 — Bar & Beverage Management 3 credits · 3 hours includes a study, application, and closer look at beverages to include beer, wine, spirits and nonalcoholic beverages. Students learn how to equip, clean, sanitize and staff the beverage operation. The course also covers managing promotions, costs and profits; the effects of alcohol on the body; liability laws that affect business; and policies, procedures, and techniques in managing responsible alcohol service in the food service management industry. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HOSP 204 — Dining Room Management 3 credits · 3 hours takes the students on a historical overview of service all the way to the contemporary professional server. The class discusses the different styles of service such as American, French, Russian, Buffet, and Reception. Table side service is explained and demonstrated. Proper table settings and dining room setup are covered. Customer service is discussed to complete a comprehensive look at service in various industry segments. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HOSP 205 — Cost Management 4 credits · 4 hours includes a study of all cost factors that relate to the hospitality industry. It covers how to measure cost, how to use the information gathered, how to check those costs in control, and what all of these factors mean to the establishment. Food and beverage control cover everything from receiving to waste and portion control. Labor is also discussed and how labor costs can be tracked and how staff should be trained to minimize cost factors. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101, BUS 110, CA 150 --- # HOSP 215 — Catering & Banquet Management 3 credits · 3 hours offers professionals and aspiring caterers detailed advice on all of the crucial business aspects of the subject for on- and off-premise catering. Updated to address the needs of this fast-growing industry, the course covers many current topics such as the latest trends in cuisine and meal concepts, marketing techniques for the home replacement food business, and new special events service concepts. Fresh information on menu design and pricing comes complete with all-new menu examples illustrating a full range of menu possibilities and styles. The course also offers concrete tips on using the… --- # HOSP 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours includes a study and application of purchasing methods for the Hospitality Industry including the distribution system, supplier channels, price and payment, ordering procedures, storage and security, and specifications for food and non-food items. The course focuses on up-to-date information on the latest trends and today's technology within the hospitality industry. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # HUMAN 100 — Introduction to the Arts 3 credits · 3 hours examines types of art such as music, film, theater, painting, sculpture, literature, and architecture as illustrating the values, capacities, and achievements of human beings. Various approaches to viewing, discussing, and writing about the arts are stressed. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HUMAN 101 — Western Humanities 1 3 credits · 3 hours exploration of Western culture as expressed in art, literature, history, philosophy, and music from ancient world to Renaissance. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 902 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HUMAN 102 — Western Humanities 2 3 credits · 3 hours exploration of Western culture as expressed in art, literature, histgory, philosophy, and music from the Renaissance to the present. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 902 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HUMAN 104 — Introduction to Latin American Culture and Civilization 3 credits · 3 hours is an interdisciplinary survey of the significant intellectual and artistic achievements of several non-Western cultures through selected works of literature, philosophy, visual art, music and other performing arts, as well as a comparative examination of their values, motifs and aesthetics with those of Western cultural expression. This meets the non-western course requirement. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 904N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HUMAN 106 — Cultures of Islamic Middle East 3 credits · 3 hours studies Islamic Middle Eastern values, traditions, and ways of thought, along with their implications for social action, through religion, philosophy, literature, and the arts. Cultural adaptation throughout Middle Eastern history is examined, focusing on change and continuity in form and practice. This meets the non-western course requirement. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 904N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HUMAN 112 — Leadership Development through the Humanities 3 credits · 3 hours is an interdisciplinary thematic exploration of artistic and intellectual achievements in the humanities (especially literature, philosophy, history, and film) as well as an examination of their values, motifs, and aesthetics through the lens of leadership theory and development. Utilizing experiential learning exercises and small group service learning projects, the course is designed to increase students' team building skills as well as their knowledge of ethical and empowering leadership. An emphasis of the course is to improve students' communication and synthesis skills through journal r… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HUMAN 201 — Humanities Honors Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours has the student practice interpreting works of art, literature, and music. Various contexts for this interpretation will be used each time the course is offered, such as an emphasis of the historical period, the aesthetic analysis of the works, the cultural and philosophical background, or the relationships with the lives of the creators. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:HF 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HUMAN 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Humanities 3 credits · 3 hours offers students travel opportunities with faculty to international or regional locations that may vary from year to year to study the humanities and to increase their awareness and understanding of other cultures. Each field experience will emphasize art, drama, literature, music, language, philosophy, and/or another specific aspect of the culture of the locale being visited for the field experience portion of the class. Textbooks and reading from disciplines in the humanities will be a significant part of the course. Instructors from two or more of these disciplines will provide teaching rel… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # HVAC 100 — Refrigeration Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours focuses on safety, principles of refrigeration, temperature and pressure measurement, composition of refrigerants, refrigeration compressors, metering devices, refrigerant recovery/reclaim techniques and HVAC/R tools. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HVAC 107 — HVAC/R Installation 3 credits · 3 hours focuses on safety, gas furnace installation, A/C condenser installation, cutting & treading black pipe, brazing and soft soldering, field wiring, control wiring and ductwork installation. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 100 --- # HVAC 130 — Electricity Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours analyzes the application of electron theory; DC/AC fundamentals; electrical quantities; OHM's Law; magnetic principles; solenoids; meter usage; power generation and distribution; wiring systems and materials; transformers and relays; schematic diagram development; and the development of a diagnostic plan for HVACR electrical equipment. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HVAC 132 — Control Applications 3 credits · 3 hours covers control construction, operation, and applications; and the development, wiring, and troubleshooting of control schematics for basic HVACR systems. Also covers pneumatic motors & controls. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 130 --- # HVAC 140 — Troubleshooting Air ConditioningSystems 3 credits · 3 hours promotes the development of diagnostic and repair skills by simulating both electrical and mechanical system faults in computer-generated HVAC systems. Emphasis is on professionalism, accuracy, proper tool selection, and timeliness of the repair. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 132 --- # HVAC 202 — Residential and Self-Contained Refrigeration 3 credits · 3 hours introduces basic refrigeration components; piping systems sizing and selection; installation, servicing, and troubleshooting of residential refrigeration systems; and controls for reach-in coolers/freezers, ice machines, and dehumidifiers. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 140 --- # HVAC 204 — Commercial Refrigeration 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes medium and low temperature refrigeration systems and equipment used in commercial applications (e.g., walk-in coolers/freezers; supermarket rack refrigeration; ultra-low temp freezing systems; and ice making systems). Emphasis is on the diagnosis and repair of these systems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HVAC 206 — Troubleshooting Refrigeration Systems 3 credits · 3 hours promotes the development of diagnostic and repair skills by simulating both electrical and mechanical system faults in computer generated refrigeration systems. Emphasis is on professionalism, accuracy, proper tool selection, and timeliness of the repair. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 132 --- # HVAC 230 — Motors and Controls 3 credits · 3 hours allows students to analyze, set up, and troubleshoot single and poly-phase motor starting systems, damper actuators, and economizers. Emphasis is on the service and repair of residential and light commercial HVACR systems including open and hermetic motors, rooftops, and split systems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 132 --- # HVAC 240 — Residential Air Conditioning 3 credits · 3 hours concentrates on the use of psychrometrics, manufacturer specifications, and test instruments to determine proper installation and system operation of residential air conditioning units, split systems, and self-contained units. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # HVAC 242 — Residential Heating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours explores procedures and principles used in the service of residential heating systems, emphasizing the heating properties, combustion, burners, controls, ignition systems, safety and operating controls, installation, venting combustion, air & troubleshooting for both gas-fired and electric furnaces. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 132, ENGT 111 --- # HVAC 251 — Commercial HVAC/R 3 credits · 3 hours concentrates on commercial packed rooftop units. Troubleshooting 208v 3 phase compressors, 208v 3 phase contactors, high and low safety pressures switches, 208v single phase condenser fan motors on the regfrigeration side. On the heat side, troubleshooting 120v draft inducers, limit and rollout switches, 120v/24v ignition modules/circuit boards, 208v single phase blower motors and economizers. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 240, HVAC 242, ENGT 111 --- # HVAC 290 — Work Experience and Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with a work-based learning experience aimed at applying the knowledge and skills learned in previous HVACR courses. The suitability of the work setting is determined through consultation with the HVACR faculty and the prospective employer. A one-hour-per-week seminar is required. This seminar will be arranged at the mutual convenience of the student and HVACR faculty. Additionally, the student must work for a minimum of 150 hours in a semester to receive credit for the course. Payment of an hourly wage to the intern will be at the option of the employer. Interns are requi… --- # HVAC 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project 3 credits · 3 hours provides individuals or groups of students an opportunity to work on a specific project - real or simulated - under the guidance of a HVACR faculty mentor. Students are required to present a written proposal to the HVACR faculty for consideration. The student(s) must meet to discuss specific objectives, timelines, success criteria, and other topics. This is a capstone course and should be taken in the student's final semester. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). Prerequisites: HVAC 140 --- # IT 116 — Windows Client Operating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours teaches students the skills and knowledge necessary for installing, configuring, administering, and supporting Windows client operating systems. Through lectures, demonstrations, textbook exercises and classroom labs, students learn about installation methods, troubleshooting, hardware device installation and management, storage management, disaster recovery, performance analysis, network configurations and user profiles. This course prepares Information Technology students to take the Microsoft certification exams and to become a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP). This course is applica… --- # IT 118 — Introduction to Cybercrimes 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides an overview of computer-based crimes along with forensic processing of seized computer equipment. Students will be able to use terminology used in the industry. Emphasis will be placed on learning the types of cybercrimes. This course is applicable toward AAS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # IT 120 — Spreadsheet Applications 3 credits · 3 hours presents the student with comprehensive spreadsheet techniques using MS Excel. Students learn to develop a professional workbook; work with formulas, charts and graphics, lists, outlines, sorting, filtering, subtotaling, 3-D references, advanced functions, conditional formatting, data validation, templates, data tables, and scenario management; import and export data; audit formulas; create hyperlinks and a web page; work with large documents; and automate a worksheet with Visual Basic macros. This course is designed for those students pursuing training in office productivity software and/or… --- # IT 125 — Presentation Graphic Applications 3 credits · 3 hours presents students with presentation graphics techniques using MS PowerPoint. Students learn how to design a professional slideshow, format text, change background color, rotate, crop, and size graphics, create design templates, incorporate graphics and sound, create column and organization charts, create diagrams, hyperlinks and buttons, create automatic presentations, change transitions, add animations, integrate data from other programs, present a slide show, and use online collaboration. This course is designed for those students pursuing training in office productivity software and/or MOS… --- # IT 130 — Word Processor Applications 3 credits · 3 hours presents the student with comprehensive word processing techniques using MS Word. The student learns to create, edit, and format professional letters, newsletters and multiple-page reports; create mail merge documents: create sections, columns, styles, templates, tables, outlines, tables of content, index, hyperlinks, web pages, on-screen forms, fill-in fields, and Visual Basic macros; track changes; embed and link data from other programs; customize toolbars; work with long master documents; and learn the basics of XML. This course is designed for those students pursuing training in office p… --- # IT 131 — Programming Logic 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to the program development and design process, including computer-based concepts of problem-solving, structured programming logic and techniques, algorithm development and program design. Topics include program flowcharting, algorithms, input/output techniques, control structures (sequence, selection/decision, and repetition/looping), modularization, procedures/functions/methods, file handling, control breaks, pseudocoding, and user documentation. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming are also introduced (classes and objects). Course offers students an opportunity t… --- # IT 135 — Data Management Applications 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to database design, implementation, and management techniques for a Windows environment using Microsoft Access. Students learn how to determine entities, attributes and relationships, create tables, define data types, build forms and reports, query the database using structured and action queries, incorporate security, develop switchboards, and automate tasks using macros. The curriculum uses case-based, problem-solving activities to prepare the student for typical business-world needs. This course is also designed for those students pursuing MOS certification preparati… --- # IT 140 — Introduction to Networking 3 credits · 3 hours explores the convergence of computer networking and telecommunications technologies. Capabilities and limitations of converged networking infrastructure are analyzed through voice, data, and video applications in relation to performance, management, and security challenges. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # IT 141 — Networking Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours provides foundational education in local networking and internetworking. This is the first of two preparatory courses for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam. Topics include TCP/IP and OSI models, fundamentals of LANs and WANs, IP addressing, Ethernet transport and routing protocols, switch & router configurations, topologies, structured cabling, IP addressing, classful and classless IPv4 addressing, subnetting, and network management. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: IT 140 --- # IT 153 — Web Development 4 credits · 4 hours introduces students to the fundamentals of web site creation and management using features of web design software to effectively design web sites. . Students develop, manage, and maintain professional web sites using HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, and JavaScript. Students incorporate sound, still and moving images into the web environment and utilize basic dynamic HTML elements in theri web sites using simple JavaScript functions. The complete production process including pre-production planning, layout and design considerations (including storyboards, site maps and navigation), testing, uploa… Prerequisites: IT 131 --- # IT 173 — A+ Computer Technologies 4 credits · 4 hours prepares a student for the A+ Certification exam. The course covers computer architecture, memory, storage, printers, local area networks, operating systems and troubleshooting techniques. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). --- # IT 174 — Python Programming 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS, AA, AS; group requirements include business (AAS only) (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # IT 205 — Help Desk Techniques 3 credits · 3 hours prepares the students to meet the demands of the computer user support industry. Topics covered include computer user support, customer service skills, common problems, help desk management, user needs analysis, and training computer users. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: CS 105, CIS 110 --- # IT 218 — Ethical Hacking 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: teaches students the tools and penetration testing methodologies used by ethical hackers. In addition, it provides a thorough discussion of what and who an ethical hacker is and how important they are in protecting corporate and government data from cyberattacks. Students will learn computer security resources that describe new vulnerabilities and innovative methods to protect networks. Also covered is a thorough update of federal and state computer crime laws, as well as changes in penalties for illegal computer hacking. This course is applicable toward AAS (credit hou… --- # IT 219 — Digital Forensics 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides an introduction to digital forensics from a theoretical and practical perspective an exposure to investigative tools and techniques used in the field. Personal computer operating system architectures and disk structures are reviewed and the proper use of available computer forensic hardware and software tools are examined. Other topics include the importance of digital evidence controls, the method of processing crime and incident scenes, the details of data acquisition and the requirements of an expert witness. This course is applicable toward AAS (credit hour… Prerequisites: IT 118 --- # IT 221 — Database Design Using SQL 3 credits · 3 hours is an introductory course incorporating both theoretical and practical application of database concepts, design and implementation through lectures, text assignments, case studies and projects. The course content focuses on the three phases of database design: logical design, physical implementation, and application development. Through the use of a threaded case study and project teams, students learn how to analyze a business problem, model data flow, create a conceptual Entity-Relationship model of a database to solve the problem and incorporate Structured Query Language (SQL) to develop a… --- # IT 231 — Office Management Software 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with an in-depth working knowledge of two Office Management Software programs: Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Publisher. The course acquaints students with the proper procedures for creating and managing e-mail and calendars for coursework, professional office, and personal use. Students learn how to create and manage contacts, create and manage tasks, and create and manage projects. Microsoft Publisher is used to teach the student how to design and create effective printed communication using this desktop publishing software. This course is applicable toward all basic c… --- # IT 241 — Network Routing Technologies 4 credits · 4 hours provides foundational education in local networking and internetworking. This is the second of two preparatory courses for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam. Topics include TCP/IP and OSI models, fundamentals of LANs and WANs, IP addressing, Ethernet transport and routing protocols, switch & router configurations, topologies, structured cabling, IP addressing, classful and classless IPv4 addressing, subnetting, and network management. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: IT 141 --- # IT 242 — Wireless Networking 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to wireless networking technologies, wireless network design, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting. Topics include WLANs, IEEE 802.11, site surveys, wireless topologies, basic configuration and use of wireless access points, network interface cards, wireless bridging, principles of antenna design, and security issues. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: IT 141 --- # IT 245 — Network Security 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of network security principles and implementations. Mapping fully to CompTIA's Security + certification objectives, focuses on the five main areas of network security: General Security - authentication methods, common network attacks; Communication Security - remote access, e-mail, the Web, Directory/File transfer; Infrastructure Security - network devices & media, security topologies, DMZs, Extranets; Cryptography Security - asymmetric and symmetric algorithms, PKI certificates; and Operational/Organizational Security - disaster recovery, bu… Prerequisites: IT 141 --- # IT 246 — Voice Over IP Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the technologies used to implement and support data and voice integration solutions. Through lectures, demonstrations, textbook exercises and classroom labs, students learn how to implement basic IP telephony, IP phone installation, router configurations, and feature sets using Cisco IP Communications Express. Students also learn troubleshooting techniques that are valuable for the maintenance of the VOIP environment. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: IT 141 --- # IT 247 — Virtualization Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the fundamentals of planning and implementing virtualization solutions and managing a company's virtualization strategy. Virtualization Fundamentals prepares students to deploy, configure, and manage virtual systems in a networked environment. This course covers fundamentals of virtual systems design, implementation, management, and configuration for high availability. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: IT 271 --- # IT 253 — Mobile Apps Development 4 credits · 4 hours introduces students to the design and implementation of applications for mobile devices, building on previous programming experience. Students will learn how to develop smartphone and tablet apps on three major platforms (Google Android, Apple iOS, and Windows Phone). It will familiarize students with the development software for creating apps, programming logic used in the apps, and the programming code that puts the software design and logic into practice. Topics will include programming logic (variables, data types, conditional programming constructs and library classes), programming tools… Prerequisites: IT 153 --- # IT 256 — Firewalls and VPN's 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: examines the major network security tools in use today, showing the effectiveness of firewalls through thoughtful security planning, well-designed security policies, and integrated support from antivirus software, intrusion detection systems, and related tools. Coverage includes packet filtering, authentication, proxy servers, encryption, bastion hosts, virtual private networks (VPN's), log file maintenance, and intrusion detection systems. This course is applicable toward AAS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: IT 116 --- # IT 271 — Windows Server Operating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the student to the fundamentals of implementing, administering, and troubleshooting Windows Network Operating Systems (NOS). Based on a typical heterogeneous WAN with multiple servers, students learn strategies and skills in planning network protocols, server hardware, installation of server operating systems, server configuration, Active Directory implementation, storage configuration, backup maintenance, managing clients through groups and accounts, security management, configuring Internet and intranet services, and network troubleshooting. The materials used in this course prep… Prerequisites: IT 116 --- # IT 272 — Linux Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: equips the student with Linux® administratio survival skills by focusing on foundational Linux concepts and core tasks. Students will learn how to apply command-line concepts and enterprise-level tools, building the skills to become a full-time Linux system administrator. The course goes deeper into core Linux system administration skills in storage configuration and management, installation and deployment of Red Hat® Enterprise Linux®, management of security features such as SELinux, control of recurring system tasks, management of the boot process and trouble… --- # IT 273 — Managing Windows Networks 3 credits · 3 hours is an intermediate-level course that introduces the student to the theory and skills involved in installing, configuring, monitoring and troubleshooting Windows Server on a small- to medium-sized network infrastructure. Students learn how to plan, implement, manage and monitor DHCP, DNS, RRAS, network security, update services and maintain the network infrastructure. The materials used in this course prepare the student for Microsoft's server certifications. Students have an opportunity to apply their knowledge through hands-on projects and case study assignments. This course is applicable to… Prerequisites: IT 271 --- # IT 276 — Cloud Technology 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: provides an understanding of cloud computing concepts, technology, and architecture, investigating the existing concepts of cloud technology from the standpoint of technology resources and an internetworking perspective. Concepts include how cloud technology has matured, the growth of cloud technology and how the strategies that surround cloud technology have added to business agility. This course is applicable toward AAS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # IT 280 — Systems Development Project 4 credits · 4 hours gives computer programming students the opportunity to apply their technical skills and ability to develop an integrated computer system that incorporates multiple programming languages, databASE and web technologies and mobile apps. Students are required use their skills to research, plan, develop, test, and document a functional business computer system based on a realistic cASE study using the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model. The students will have an opportunity to work on a project development team with their peers and independently on a specific project under the guidance of… --- # IT 282 — Dynamic Web Development 4 credits · 4 hours presents students with a comprehensive introduction of both client-side and server-side web programming technologies. Students develop client-side JavaScript code to enhance the interactivity of websites. Server-side technologies will included Active Server Pages (ASP) using C#, PHP, AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML), and Web databases to enhance the performance and functionality of a website. Students are also given an opportunity to utilize website development tools including web-authoring, graphics, and multimedia tools. Students learn to use these tools to add new functionality and d… Prerequisites: IT 153 --- # IT 285 — Systems Analysis and Design 4 credits · 4 hours is an intermediate-level course that introduces the student to a practical approach to information technology and systems development. Students learn how to use the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model to translate business requirements into information systems that support a company's short- and long-term objectives. Real-world case studies and assignments teach analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making techniques, which in turn develop critical thinking skills. Systems Analysis and Design is the capstone course for the IT programs and introduces such topics as needs analysis,… --- # IT 286 — Penetration Testing 3 credits · 3 hours PENDING ICCB APPROVAL: shows the underlying principles and techniques associated with the cybersecurity practice known as penetration testing. Students will learn about the entire penetration process including planning, reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, post-exploitation, and result reporting. Remedial techniques will be explored. Students will learn more about current cybersecurity issues and ways that user, administrator, and programmer errors can lead to exploitable insecurities. This course is applicable toward AAS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # IT 290 — Work Experience Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours provides students in the Information Technology Program the opportunity to apply principles learned in other courses to the work situation by employment in or observation of activities necessary for the student to succeed in the workplace. Students will need to work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive 3 credit hours for this course. Students wishing to enroll in this course must complete an application for enrollment and submit it to the instructor. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # IT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Projects 3 credits · 3 hours provides individuals or groups of students an opportunity to work on a specific project - real or simulated - under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students are required to present a written proposal to the IT instructional team for their consideration. Students and the team will meet to discuss specific objectives, timelines, success criteria, and other topics. A faculty mentor will be identified at this time. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # IT 297 — Emerging Technologies 3 credits · 3 hours is a special topics course that introduces and discusses current and emerging technologies as they relate to business, industry, and the public sector communities. This course may be repeated up to three times only if topic areas are different. Three credit hours may be used toward an AAS Degree in Network Technology or Programmer/Analyst. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # LDEV 110 — Leadership Development 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to help students develop leadership skills and techniques within a group setting. Students will explore various styles of leadership and learn about parliamentary procedure (Robert's Rules of Order). This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # MA 110 — Medical Office Administration 3 credits · 3 hours introduces administrative functions and practice finances in ambulatory healthcare settings. Students learn how to manage appointment schedules, use records management systems and software including electronic health/medical records, and perform routine office duties. Ethical and legal issues pertaining to healthcare are covered. This course includes basic bookkeeping and banking procedures related to the medical office. This course is applicable toward all certificates, ALS; areas of concentration include medical assisting (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # MA 115 — Phlebotomy Clinical 3 credits · 3 hours provides application of classroom and lab content covered in basic and advanced phlebotomy courses in a healthcare setting. Requires students demonstrate competency in venipuncture vacuum tube, venipuncture syringe, winged infusion, capillary blood collection, throat swab collection, midstream urine collection, and blood culture collection. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include phlebotomy (credit hours 3.0, lab hours 6.0). Prerequisites: PHLEB 110 --- # MA 116 — Forensic Phlebotomy Clinical 1.5 credits · 1.5 hours provides application of classroom and lab content covered in basic phlebotomy course in a healthcare setting. Requires students demonstrate competency in venipuncture vacuum tube, venipuncture syringe and winged infusion. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include phlebotomy (credit hours 1.5, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: PHLEB 110 --- # MA 120 — Reimbursement and Coding 3 credits · 3 hours provides a basic overview of diagnosis and procedural coding along with an introduction to third-party reimbursement to the medical assistant student. Students will study the guidelines and steps required to make accurate diagnosis and procedure code assignments. The processes involved in a third party reimbursement system will be studied, including service eligibility verification, precertification, and preauthorization. Students will also gain experience in communicating professionally with medical providers, patients, and third party representatives. This course is applicable toward all ce… Prerequisites: MA 110 --- # MA 121 — Patient Care 5 credits · 5 hours provides basic concepts of patient care in an ambulatory care setting including effective communication, health history, patient assessment, infection control, vital signs, medication administration, first aid, protective practices, CLIA-waived testing, surgical procedures, and common diagnostic procedures. This course is applicable toward all certificates, ALS; areas of concentration include medical assisting (credit hours 5.0, lecture hours 4.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: MA 110 --- # MA 122 — Pharmacology 2 credits · 2 hours provides an introduction to pharmacology and dosage calculations. Includes drug classifications and actions, the medication order, principles of administration of medications, adverse reactions, modes of administration, care and storage of drugs, legislation relating to drugs, and effects of medication on body systems. This course is applicable toward all certificates, ALS; areas of concentration include medical assisting (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: MA 110 --- # MA 135 — Clinical Medical Assisting 6 credits · 6 hours provides students the opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviors learned in the medical assisting course in an ambulatory healthcare setting. This unpaid and supervised clinical experience of 225 hours includes performance of patient care and administrative skills. Course also includes review of all material for preparation for a medical assistant certification exam. This course is applicable toward all certificates, ALS; areas of concentration include medical assisting (credit hours 6.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 15.0). Prerequisites: MA 120, MA 121, MA 122 --- # MA 220 — Nutrition and Diet Therapy 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for students in health care professions and food service programs. It includes fundamentals of nutrition, maintenance of health through good nutrition, diet therapy, and food preparation. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include dietetic assist/technician, allied health and nursing (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # MATH 090 — Pre Algebra 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to teach the use of fractions, mixed numbers, and decimal numbers in any and all operations. It is also designed to teach procedures for solving simple word problems. The concepts of area, percent, ratio, and order of operations are introduced. The beginning concepts of algebra are practiced thoroughly. Some of the basic concepts of spatial geometry including pyramids, spheres, and cones are integrated in the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # MATH 091 — Basic Algebra 4 credits · 4 hours is a concentrated study of the topics in Beginning Algebra. The topics include the real number system, first degree equations, signed numbers, integer exponents, elementary graphing, products and quotients of algebraic expressions, systems of linear equations in two variables, radicals and quadratic equations, scientific notation, ratio problems, percent, and variation. A thorough discussion is presented on applied (word) problems with strong emphasis on identifying word problems by type and learning the procedures for each type. Algebraic methods are used in geometry problems, concentrating… Prerequisites: MATH 090, ENGL 101, ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # MATH 095 — Basic Geometry 4 credits · 4 hours introduces topics such as lines and plane and solid figures with concepts of congruence, similarity, symmetry, and logic. This course is applicable toward all certificates (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: MATH 091, ENGL 101, ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # MATH 098 — Intermediate Algebra 4 credits · 4 hours is designed for (1) students who have successfully completed two years of high school algebra or (2) students who need to review Intermediate Algebra concepts. The topics include real numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, equations, inequalities, problem solving, complex numbers, systems of equations, graphing, functions, relations, exponents, and logarithms. A graphing calculator is required. This course is applicable toward all certificates (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: MATH 091, MATH 099, ENGL 101, ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # MATH 099 — Preparatory Math for Gen Ed 5 credits · 5 hours covers numerical reasoning, unit conversions, linear equations/inequalities, models of growth, data representation, algebraic reasoning, graphical analysis using linear and nonlinear functions with emphasis on modeling, interpretation, and problem solving. A graphing calculator is required. A TI-83/84 is recommended. This course serves as a prerequisite for and only. This course is applicable toward all certificates (credit hours 5.0, lecture hours 5.0). Prerequisites: MATH 090, ENGL 101, ENGL 090, ENGL 097 --- # MATH 104 — Technical Mathematics 4 credits · 4 hours includes the following topics: whole numbers, common fractions, decimal fractions, percents, measure, bar and line graphs, introductory algebra, signed numbers, basic algebraic operations, simple equations, complex equations, ratio and proportion, introduction to plane geometry, angular measure, angular geometric principles, triangles, similar figures, polygons, circles, areas of common polygons, areas of circles, sectors, segments, and ellipses, prisms and cylinders and their volumes, surface areas, and weights, pyramids and cones, spheres and composite objects and their volumes, surface are… Prerequisites: MATH 091 --- # MATH 110 — Concepts of Mathematics 4 credits · 4 hours provides an overall view of mathematics for students whose primary interests are not in engineering or the physical sciences. The course is designed to fulfill general education requirements. It is not designed as a prerequisite for any other college mathematics courses. The course focuses on mathematical reasoning and the solving of real-life problems, rather than on routine skills and appreciation. Three or four topics are studied in depth, with at least three chosen from the following list: geometry, counting techniques and probability, graph theory, logic/set theory, mathematical modeling… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 098, MATH 099 --- # MATH 111 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 1 4 credits · 4 hours includes the language of sets and their application to elementary mathematics; mathematical reasoning and problem solving; history of numeration; work in bases other than ten; whole numbers and operations; integers and rational numbers; decimals, irrational numbers, and elementary number theory; calculators and applications; the language and nature of deductive and inductive logic in mathematics; and an introduction to statistics. Some of the issues underlying elementary school mathematics are analyzed. A graphing calculator is required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and d… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 098, MATH 095 --- # MATH 112 — Math for Elem Sch Teaching 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of . Topics include geometry and geometric figures, probability and statistics, graphing, measurement, and basic computer literacy. Students are introduced to some of the current literature, innovations, methods, and proposals for the modern elementary mathematics curriculum. A graphing calculator is required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include mathematics; areas of concentration include teacher education:elementary (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:M1 903 Prerequisites: MATH 111, ENGL 101 --- # MATH 113 — Intro to Applied Statistics 4 credits · 4 hours is a general education statistics course that uses current technology to allow focusing on mathematical understanding instead of routine calculations. Descriptive statistics covered include frequency tables, graphs, and measures of location and variation. Topics from probability include probability rules, counting techniques, and probability distributions. Inferential statistics coverage includes estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and probability values. Statistical methods discussed include the one and two sample t-tests, one and two proportion tests, chi-square goodness o… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 098, MATH 099 --- # MATH 116 — College Algebra 4 credits · 4 hours is a concentrated study of the topics traditionally found in College Algebra. The topics include a quick and intense review of the topics from Intermediate Algebra, including real numbers, algebraic expressions, polynomials, equations, problem solving, complex numbers, and graphing. Major topics include functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices, polynomial equations, inequalities, introduction to analytic geometry, conic sections, systems of equations, mathematical induction, and the binomial theorem. A graphing calculator is required. This course is applicable toward all cer… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 098, MATH 095 --- # MATH 117 — Trigonometry 3 credits · 3 hours helps students develop skills sufficiently to write and use the definition of trigonometric functions; sketch the graph of the trigonometric functions; prove identities; solve trigonometric equations; learn and then apply the law of the sines and cosines; learn how to write a complex number in trigonometric form and find all the roots of a complex number; learn polar coordinates system and the graphs of some simple equations in polar; learn about conic sections (rectangular & polar), vector (applications & operations), and the exponential and logarithmic functions with applications and modeli… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 098, MATH 095 --- # MATH 121 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 5 credits · 5 hours is the first course in the single variable calculus series intended for students going into areas of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. The course begins with a review of algebra and trigonometry followed by the introduction of limits and continuity. Derivatives of elementary, transcendental, and inverse functions are covered with their applications including L'Hopital's rule. The course ends with integrals of elementary functions. Because the order of the topics covered in the calculus series varies by institution, it is recommended that a student needing Calculus 1 and Calcul… Prerequisites: MATH 116, MATH 117 --- # MATH 122 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 4 credits · 4 hours is the second course in the single variable calculus series intended for students going into areas of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. The course begins with advanced techniques of integration and applications of integration. It then covers infinite sequences and series as well as power and Taylor series. The course finishes with topics from analytic geometry including parametric equations, polar coordinates, and conic sections. Because the order of the topics covered in the calculus series varies by institution, it is recommended that a student needing Calculus 1 and Calculu… Prerequisites: MATH 121 --- # MATH 160 — Finite Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences 4 credits · 4 hours is an introductory-level course covering mathematical ideas needed by students of business management, social science, or biology. The topics include sets and counting, functions, introduction to probability and statistics, interest and annuities, matrix theory, linear systems, and linear programming. A graphing calculator is required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include mathematics (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:M1 906 Prerequisites: MATH 116 --- # MATH 171 — Concepts of Statistics 4 credits · 4 hours presents descriptive statistics, probability, probability distributions, hypotheses with testing on different parameters of a population, comparison of two populations on a single parameter, regression analysis, goodness of fit, contingency table, ANOVA, and sampling and simulation. Students from various areas - business, education, engineering, and social science - can effectively benefit from this course. A graphing calculator is required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include mathematics (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:M1 902,B… Prerequisites: MATH 116 --- # MATH 190 — Calculus for Business & Social Science 4 credits · 4 hours is an introductory calculus course for the non-mathematics major. The course includes sequences, limits, differentiation and integration of polynomials, and exponential and logarithmic functions with applications to business and social science. A graphing calculator is required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include mathematics (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:M1 900-B Prerequisites: MATH 116 --- # MATH 221 — Calculus & Analytic Geometry 3 4 credits · 4 hours is a standard multivariable calculus course intended for students going into areas of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. Topics covered include three-dimensional space, vectors and their operations, vector-valued functions, arc length, and curvature; partial derivatives with applications, tangent planes, directional derivatives, gradients, and optimization problems; multiple integrals with applications in rectangular, polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates systems. The course concludes with vector calculus, line integrals, parametric surfaces, and their applications. Thi… Prerequisites: MATH 122 --- # MATH 230 — Differential Equations 4 credits · 4 hours begins with some definitions and terminology and mathematical models used in a differential equations course. First-order and higher-order differential equations, along with the methods of solutions and their applications, are introduced. Modeling with higher-order, Laplace transform, and systems of linear first-order differential equations are covered. At the end, students learn series solutions of linear equations. Numerical methods are covered throughout the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include mathematics (AAS only); areas of co… Prerequisites: MATH 122 --- # MEDIA 101 — News Writing & Reporting 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the students to basic techniques of news writing and news gathering with experience in the gathering, writing, rewriting news copy, editing, information sources, interviewing, and page make-up for both print and broadcast news. The goals of accuracy, comprehensiveness, and appropriate interpretation are applied to investigative and interpretive reporting of public affairs. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include media (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # MEDIA 110 — Introduction to Mass Media 3 credits · 3 hours examines the mass media of our society: newspapers, magazines, radio, and television. The course treats the development of the media to their present forms, the process and theory of mass communications, and issues arising from the present state of mass media, such as "new journalism," "protected sources," and freedom of the press. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include media (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:MC 911 --- # MEDIA 130 — Broadcasting 3 credits · 3 hours surveys news function of the electronic media. Topics include ethical principles and practical implications of working as a broadcast journalist in a small or large market, which includes the social, technological, and economic developments of the broadcast industry. Students report, write and script actual news going into an actual TV broadcast. Other experiences include preparing on-camera field reports and newscast scripts, interviewing news figures, generating news story ideas and assisting in newscast production. Field assignment times to be arranged. Student experiences include field vi… Prerequisites: MEDIA 101 --- # MEDIA 140 — Broadcast Production 1 3 credits · 3 hours studies and practices news gathering and reporting for television. Experiences include preparing on-camera field reports and newscast scripts, interviewing news figures, generating news story ideas and assisting in newscast production. Field assignment times to be arranged. Plus, student experiences include field videography and creative editing, and producing reports for television newscasts. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include media (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: MEDIA 130, ENGL 101 --- # MEDIA 199 — Special Topics in Media 1 credits · 1 hours provides an opportunity to participate in selective seminar topics, apply media skills, and/or explore field experiences relevant to media. The course requires no prior knowledge. This course may be repeated twice with a different topic. Variable credit will reflect a range of time/studies needed to complete projects/studies of varied complexity and depth. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities/fine arts (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include media (credit hours 1.0-3.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # MEDIA 221 — Introduction to Radio Production 3 credits · 3 hours examines workings of radio stations, coupled with hands-on experience in audio production techniques, operation of related equipment and systems, and sales and management. Radio production protocol, terminology, script writing, and editing are studied to produce commercials, public service announcements, features, and news casting in a studio setting. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include media (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: MEDIA 101 --- # MEDIA 290 — Internship/Cooperative Ed in Media 5 credits · 5 hours allows the student pursuing a degree in Media the opportunity to apply the principles learned in course work to the work situation through employment. All internships must be arranged by the instructor and the student and must be approved by the Dean prior to enrollment in the course. Credit for this internship is determined at enrollment based on the ratio of five hours per week in the job setting for each semester hour for credit over a 16-week semester. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include media (credit hours 5.0, lecture hours 1.0,… Prerequisites: MEDIA 130 --- # MUSIC 100 — Music Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours includes the various periods and styles of music with minimum attention to theory and harmony. The course requires listening to live and recorded performances. It is designed for students who do not intend to major in music. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include music (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F1 900 --- # MUSIC 101 — Class Piano 1 2 credits · 2 hours provides group instruction for those who have little or no previous experience playing the piano, including non-keyboard music majors and elementary education majors as well as others. Materials are used that correlate basic keyboard skills to musicianship. Activities include reading popular, folk, and serious music, transposing, harmonizing, improvising, writing, and playing by ear. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include music (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). --- # MUSIC 102 — Class Piano 2 2 credits · 2 hours is a continuation of . Topics include chord inversions, seventh chords, pedaling, and various scales. Activities include reading popular, folk, and serious music, transposing, harmonizing, improvising, writing, and playing by ear. Materials correlate skills to musicianship. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include music (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: MUSIC 101 --- # MUSIC 123 — Jazz Band 1 credits · 1 hours is preparation and performance of a variety of jazz literature to develop abilities in reading and listening to music and to provide an opportunity for instrumentalists with some background to perform in a jazz combo. Jazz music techniques and improvisation, musical role awareness, and interpretation of lead sheets will be emphasized. Registration will be subject to an audition. This course may be repeated three times for a total of four accrued credits. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include music (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). --- # MUSIC 130 — Chorus 1 credits · 1 hours provides an opportunity to perform major choral works and public concerts. The course is open to all students with registration subject to an audition. Members must attend all rehearsals and concerts. The course may be repeated for credit a maximum of four times. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include music (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # MUSIC 180 — Non-Western Music 3 credits · 3 hours explores the basic elements of music (melody, rhythm, harmony, and form) and perceptive listening as they relate to non-Western music. Examines the music culture of non-Western societies. This meets the non-western course requirements. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include music (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F1 903N --- # MUSIC 190 — Introduction to American Music 3 credits · 3 hours studies the origins, growth, and significance of the music of the United States as a distinctive art form derived from the nation's pluralistic culture. The course includes some listening to recorded performances and involves such types of music as classical, religious, folk, jazz, and pop. It is designed for students who do not plan to major in music. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include music (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F1 904 --- # NURS 111 — Nursing Foundations 2 credits · 2 hours provides students an introduction to professional nursing practice. This course helps students build skills to foster success within the nursing program. Study techniques, test taking skills, time management, and critical thinking are emphasized. Team building, delegation, and conflict resolution exercises will enhance professional communication and collaboration. Concepts related to safety, ethical and legal issues in nursing practice and informatics are discussed. Students also work to develop professional writing skills using evidence-based research and APA formatting and style. This cours… --- # NURS 112 — Fundamentals of Nursing Practice 8 credits · 8 hours introduces students to the fundamental concepts of nursing practice. Biophysical and psychosocial care needs will be presented with an emphasis on concepts of fluids and electrolytes, oxygenation, perfusion, alterations in elimination, nutrition, infection control, tissue integrity, and mobility. Foundational principles of health promotion, safety, and comfort will be introduced. Standards of basic medication administration will be addressed along with skill application for various procedures such as wound care, specimen collection, urinary catheterization, documentation, and physical assessm… Prerequisites: NURS 111, BIOL 201, PSYCH 110, ENGL 101, ENGL 110 --- # NURS 152 — Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing 4 credits · 4 hours applies the nursing process and critical thinking to the management of psychiatric and mental health problems in clients and families. Emphasis is placed on the interactive nature of clients with their environment and the use of various treatment modalities, therapeutic communication, and relationship skills to care for clients with alterations in mental health. Students function in the roles of member of the healthcare team and provider of care. Clinical experiences provide students the opportunity to care for clients in both acute and chronic settings. Students have the opportunities to app… Prerequisites: NURS 112, NURS 154, NURS 155, PSYCH 145, BIOL 202 --- # NURS 154 — Pharmacological Principles for Nursing Practice 3 credits · 3 hours presents an overview of the basic drug knowledge nurses need for safe and effective drug administration. The action, characteristics, and adverse effects of drugs classified by body systems are studied. The nursing process is applied to drug therapy. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # NURS 155 — Medical-Surgical Nursing II Care of the Chronically Ill Clie 5 credits · 5 hours focuses on the use of the nursing process and critical thinking to manage adult clients with chronic and increasingly complex alterations in neurological, oncological, immune, hematological, endocrine and musculoskeletal functioning in medical health care delivery systems. Students function in the roles of healthcare team member, provider of care, and manager of care. Clinical experiences are in oncology, acute phase of chronic illness, home health, and hospice care. Students develop insight about the effects of chronic illness on an aging population as it relates to nursing roles and the hea… Prerequisites: NURS 112, NURS 152, NURS 154, PSYCH 145, BIOL 202 --- # NURS 203 — LPN Bridge Course 6 credits · 6 hours presents the philosophy of Associate Degree Nursing and provides the nursing knowledge and clinical skills from , , and that allow the transition of LPNs into the Associate Degree Nursing program. The class is conducted in three modules. Module I focuses on the nursing process, critical thinking, the teaching and learning process, physical assessment, fluid and electrolytes, acid base, and transition from the LPN to RN role. Module II focuses on the management of the chronically ill adult patient. Module III focuses on the management of the psychiatric patient and corresponding modalities. Up… --- # NURS 206 — Family Health Nursing 6 credits · 6 hours examines issues relevant to the promotion of sexual and reproductive health throughout the life span and the management of developmental needs and health problems that may occur from infancy through adolescence. The nursing process and critical thinking are applied to the management of clients and families from preconception through adolescence and to clients with diseases of breasts and the reproductive system. Individual and group teaching, assessment, and nursing skills are emphasized. Students demonstrate the roles of healthcare team member and provider of care. Clinical experiences in cl… Prerequisites: NURS 152, NURS 154, NURS 155, NURS 250, BIOL 220, SOCIO 110 --- # NURS 250 — Medical-Surgical III Care of the Surgical Client 5 credits · 5 hours focuses on the nursing management of clients experiencing surgery and the management of cell injury, inflammation, fluids and electrolytes. The nursing process, critical thinking, and systems theory are applied in the management of clients with alterations in the integumentary, urinary, and gastrointestinal systems. Students demonstrate the roles of healthcare team member, provider of care and coordinator of patient care. Clinical nursing and physical assessment skills are emphasized. Clinical experiences provide opportunities to use the nursing process, communication, critical thinking, and… Prerequisites: NURS 152, NURS 154, NURS 155, NURS 206, BIOL 220, SOCIO 110 --- # NURS 252 — Medical-Surgical IV Care of the Acutely Ill Client 5 credits · 5 hours applies the nursing process, systems theory, and critical thinking in the management and care of adult clients with acute alterations in the respiratory, cardiovascular, integumentary (burns), and the neurological system. Physical assessment and advanced nursing skills are emphasized. The student demonstrates the roles of health care team member, healthcare provider, and manager of care. Clinical experiences provide opportunities to use the nursing process, critical thinking, communication, and decision-making in caring for adult clients who are acutely/critically ill. This course is applicab… Prerequisites: NURS 206, NURS 250, BIOL 220, SOCIO 110, NURS 254, HLTH 197, HLTH 290, HLTH 297 --- # NURS 254 — Transition from Education to Practice 5 credits · 5 hours introduces nursing students to the work setting by involving them in as many situations common to everyday clinical practice as possible while providing support and guidance from a nurse preceptor and instructor. Students work on a clinical unit to provide direct care to a group of clients, and manage care given by other health care workers. In addition students are given the opportunity to observe other roles as they pertain to nursing practice (i.e hospice care case management) The course presents concepts and issues pertinent to the effective entry into nursing practice. Students are prepa… Prerequisites: NURS 206, NURS 250, BIOL 220, SOCIO 110, NURS 252, HLTH 197, HLTH 290, HLTH 297 --- # OT 114 — Word Processing/Keyboarding 3 credits · 3 hours prepares students to learn and develop efficient keyboarding skills using Microsoft Word in producing business and personal documents. Students learn to set up, create, edit, print and maintain documents in the Microsoft Word application environment. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # OT 117 — Business Communication Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours emphasizes composing, editing, and proofreading memos, letters, presentations and other forms of business communication. The principles of grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, and pronunciation are taught in this course. Students will also learn the importance of word selection in business documentation. The ability to communicate effectively and professionally is a critical skill required for advancing any business or technical career. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 090, ENGL 097, OT 114 --- # OT 217 — Advanced Administrative Office Applications 3 credits · 3 hours highlights composing, dictating, formatting, editing, and proofreading business documents from a variety of fields of employment using speech recognition software, integration of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint; and transcription tools and techniques. Speed, accuracy, and professionalism in the production of documents are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: OT 117, IT 120, IT 125, IT 130, IT 135 --- # OT 230 — Legal Terminology and Writing 3 credits · 3 hours is a specialized course designed to acquaint students with legal terminology, definitions, and formatting of legal documents. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: OT 114 --- # OT 290 — Work Experience Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides students in the Administrative Assistant Program the opportunity to apply principles learned in other courses to the work situation by employment in or observation of activities necessary for the student to succeed in the workplace. Student will need to work a minimum of 150 hours during the semester to receive credit for this course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). --- # OT 295 — Workplace Simulation & Project 3 credits · 3 hours is a capstone course designed to give students the opportunity to apply their technical skills and ability to work successfully in the workforce, to demonstrate learning and thinking skills, and to develop individual resourcefulness. The student will have an opportunity to work independently and as a team member on a specific project(s) under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students must demonstrate a typing speed of 50 NWAM for five minutes with five or fewer errors to pass this course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab ho… --- # PDEV 100 — Human Potential Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours is a structured, positive group process. Its goals are increasing awareness of the student's present value system, personal achievements, and strengths and relating this awareness to plans for the future. Activities are aimed toward enhancing regard for oneself and others. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # PDEV 101 — Seminar in College and Life Skills 1 credits · 1 hours provides motivation, access to inner resources as well as college and community resources, and specific, practical study skills and coping strategies to help each student take control of his or her lifelong self-education and personal development, which can lead to personal and academic success. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # PDEV 110 — Career Exploration 0.5 credits · 0.5 hours provides the individual with an opportunity to explore his or her interests, values, abilities, and other significant factors as they relate to vocational choice and the world of work. Various tests, career materials, guest speakers, and group discussion sessions are used to assist the individual in making educational and career plans. (Students may not receive credit for C DEV 112 and P DEV 109, P DEV 110, and/or P DEV 111.) This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 0.5, lab hours 2.0). --- # PED 110 — Personal Fitness 1 credits · 1 hours is a class designed to emphasize the student's body development based on his or her abilities and fitness goals. The course uses stationary bicycles, treadmills, and stairclimbers along with universal weight machines and free weights. Repeatability 3 times for a total of 4 accrued credits. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # PHIL 100 — Critical Thinking 3 credits · 3 hours develops the student's ability to identify and correct faulty reasoning, to distinguish between scientific and pseudoscientific reasoning, and to reason according to elementary valid argument patterns. Throughout the course, students examine and evaluate examples of good and bad reasoning and construct several extended arguments of their own on a variety of topics. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include philosophy (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H4 906 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PHIL 110 — Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits · 3 hours surveys the major methods and systems of philosophy through discussion of questions such as what is really real, what is truth, does God exist, why is evil in the world, and how should moral issues be resolved. Students are encouraged to formulate their own answers to such questions through reading, discussion, and logical argument. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include philosophy (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H4 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PHIL 120 — Introduction to Ethics 3 credits · 3 hours offers a detailed study of the principal theories of moral character and conduct in western culture, such as those of Plato, Aristotle, Hume, Mill, and Kant. Attention is also given to non-normative issues such as free will, determinism, relativism, absolutism, subjectivism and objectivism. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include philosophy (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H4 904 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PHIL 210 — Introduction to World Religions 3 credits · 3 hours surveys the major religions of the world in order to promote an understanding of the variety of religious beliefs. Major religions studied include Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The course may also include other religious traditions, if time permits. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include philosophy (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H5 904N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PHIL 215 — Asian Philosophy 3 credits · 3 hours surveys the basic philosophical aspects of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism as a means of expanding the student's understanding of Eastern culture. Emphasis is on concepts of knowledge, reality, and ethics. This meets non-western course requirements. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include philosophy (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H4 903N Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion 3 credits · 3 hours is a study of selected religious concepts and theories, such as the existence and nature of a deity, the nature of good and evil, reason and faith, ethics, the nature and possibility of an afterlife, and the nature of religious language. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include philosophy (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H4 905 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PHLEB 110 — Basic Phlebotomy 2 credits · 2 hours provides classroom and lab instruction in the theory and practice of basic phlebotomy including medical terminology, infection control and safety, venipuncture and complications, circulatory and lymphatic systems, and medico-legal issues. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include phlebotomy (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.5, lab hours 1.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 091 --- # PHLEB 115 — Phlebotomy Clinical 3 credits · 3 hours provides application of classroom and lab content covered in basic and advanced phlebotomy courses in a healthcare setting. Requires students demonstrate competency in venipuncture vacuum tube, venipuncture syringe, winged infusion, capillary blood collection, throat swab collection, midstream urine collection, and blood culture collection. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include phlebotomy (credit hours 3.0, lab hours 6.0). Prerequisites: PHLEB 110 --- # PHLEB 116 — Forensic Phlebotomy Clinical 1.5 credits · 1.5 hours provides application of classroom and lab content covered in basic phlebotomy course in a healthcare setting. Requires students demonstrate competency in venipuncture vacuum tube, venipuncture syringe and winged infusion. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include phlebotomy (credit hours 1.5, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: PHLEB 110 --- # PHLEB 120 — Advanced Phlebotomy 1 credits · 1 hours provides classroom instruction in the theory and practice of advanced phlebotomy including capillary collection, arterial blood collection procedures, specimen transport, handling and procession, point of care testing and quality phlebotomy. This course is applicable toward all basic certificates, AAS, ALS; areas of concentration include phlebotomy (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). Prerequisites: PHLEB 110 --- # PHYS 100 — Physics of the Modern World 4 credits · 4 hours is an introduction to some of the revolutionary ideas of twentieth-century physics, including quantum theory, atomic and nuclear physics, Einstein's theory of relativity, superconductors, and applications to technology. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural/physical science; areas of concentration include general science (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:P1 901 Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 091 --- # PHYS 101 — Introduction to Physics 1 4 credits · 4 hours is the first physics laboratory course introducing students to contents and methods useful for careers in engineering, bio-medicine, physics, or mathematics. It is an algebra-based study of the physical world, covering topics such as mechanics, matter, work, energy, rotational dynamics, and sound. Student experiments in the laboratory are used to illustrate the concepts studied in the lecture and practiced in the problems. This course is also a useful introduction for students who have not had physics in high school but who plan to take the engineering physics sequence starting with . This co… Prerequisites: ENGL 101, MATH 116, MATH 117 --- # PHYS 102 — Introduction to Physics 2 4 credits · 4 hours is the second laboratory course introducing students to contents and methods useful for careers in bio-medicine, physics, or mathematics. It is an algebra-based study of the physical world, covering topics such as electricity and magnetism, optics, wave interactions, and atomic and nuclear physics. Student experiments in the laboratory are used to illustrate the concepts studied in the lecture and practiced in the problems. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS only); areas of concentration include general science (credi… Prerequisites: PHYS 101, ENGL 101 --- # PHYS 115 — Technical Physics 3 credits · 3 hours is a laboratory course with physics applications for technology students. Subjects include measurement, force, vectors, motion, energy, power, rotation, and simple machines. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include engineering technology, drafting, welding technology, engineering CNC technology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: MATH 104 --- # PHYS 151 — Mechanics and Wave Motion 4 credits · 4 hours is a laboratory course designed for students who plan to major in the field of engineering, physics, or mathematics. It is a calculus-based study of the physical world, introducing students to such topics as vectors, motion, force, work, energy, momentum, torque, and simple harmonic motion. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural science (AAS only); areas of concentration include general science, physics (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 2.0). IAI:P2 900L Prerequisites: MATH 121, MATH 122, PHYS 101 --- # PHYS 152 — Electricity and Magnetism 4 credits · 4 hours is the second semester of the laboratory courses designed for students who plan to major in the field of engineering, physics, or mathematics. It is a calculus-based study of the physical world, introducing students to such topics as electric charges, electric potential, capacitance and dielectrics, current and resistance, direct current circuits, magnetic fields, magnetic forces, inductance, magnetic properties of matter, electromotive forces, alternating currents, and electromagnetic waves. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include natural sci… Prerequisites: PHYS 151, MATH 122 --- # PHYS 153 — Thermodynamics and Modern Physics 4 credits · 4 hours is the third semester of the laboratory courses designed for students who plan to major in the field of engineering, physics, or mathematics. It is a calculus-based study of the physical world, introducing students to such topics as optics, the nature and properties of light, reflection, refraction, lenses and optical instruments; temperature, transfer of heat, thermal properties of matter, and the laws of thermodynamics; atoms, electrons and protons, the structure of the atom and the nucleus, radioactive decay and an introduction to nuclear physics. This course is applicable toward all certi… Prerequisites: PHYS 152, MATH 122 --- # PN 115 — Professional Nursing 1 1 credits · 1 hours is designed to provide practical nursing students an introduction to the profession of nursing practice. Concepts related to safety, legal and ethical issues, teaching and learning, nursing leadership, informatics, evidence-based practice, and health policy are introduced. Discussion on successful study and testing practice along with time management principles is included. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include nursing (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). Prerequisites: PSYCH 145, PN 118, PN 120, PN 125, BIOL 201 --- # PN 118 — Fundamental Nursing Skills 2 credits · 2 hours introduces the student to fundamental nursing skills that will be utilized in the care of clients throughout the lifespan. Skills include, but are not limited to, vital signs, assessments, urinary catheterizations, wound and dressing care, specimen collection, positioning, medication administration, and documentation requirements. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include practical nursing (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: PSYCH 145, PN 115, PN 120, PN 125, BIOL 201 --- # PN 120 — Practical Nursing Concepts 1 6 credits · 6 hours is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of nursing practice. The nursing process will be introduced and integrated throughout the course. Concepts related to biophysical and psychosocial care needs across the lifespan will be presented including safe and effective care principles. Emphasis will be placed on concepts of fluids and electrolytes, alterations in elimination, metabolism, oxygenation, infection control, tissue integrity, comfort, and mobility. Basic principles of health promotion, safety, and medication administration will be introduced. Concepts of culture and divers… Prerequisites: PSYCH 145, PN 115, PN 118, PN 125, BIOL 201 --- # PN 125 — Pharmacology for Practical Nursing 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide practical nursing students an introduction to the principles of pharmacology with emphasis on safe and effective drug administration. Emphasizes drug classes, rationale for use, dosage, therapeutic, adverse and side effects, integration of legal, ethical, other social factors and nursing implications. The nursing process is applied to drug therapy. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include practical nursing (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: PSYCH 145, PN 115, PN 118, PN 120, BIOL 201 --- # PN 126 — Professional Nursing II 2 credits · 2 hours this course will enhance knowledge and understanding of professionalism in practical nursing practice. Concepts related to legal and ethical issues, teaching and learning, delegation, leadership, informatics, application of evidence-based practice, and health policy are reinforced and expanded upon. Critical thinking/reasoning and problem solving will be emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include practical nursing (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: PN 115, PN 118, PN 120, PN 125 --- # PN 140 — Practical Nursing Concepts II 7 credits · 7 hours is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of nursing practice. The nursing process will be integrated throughout the course. Concepts related to biophysical and psychosocial care needs across the lifespan will be presented including safe and effective care principles. Emphasis will be placed on advanced concepts of fluids and electrolytes, alterations in elimination, metabolism, oxygenation, perfusion, cellular regulations, and comfort. Health promotion, safety, and medication administration will be reinforced. Concepts of psychiatric and mental health conditions, reproduction, an… Prerequisites: PSYCH 145, BIOL 201, PN 115, PN 118, PN 120, PN 125, PN 126, BIOL 202, ENGL 101, ENGL 110 --- # POLS 100 — People & Politics 3 credits · 3 hours provides a basic introduction to what politics is all about. It looks at why we think and feel as we do about politics and politicians and better informs the student about his/her own and other governmental systems. It also introduces the student to specific political concepts such as the ideologies of democracy, socialism, and communism. Leading political personalities of our time are discussed. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S5 903 --- # POLS 110 — American National Government 3 credits · 3 hours uses a contemporary approach to American political behavior by viewing the forces that shaped our constitution, modern attitudes of liberalism and conservatism, the role played by political parties and the independent voter, Congress and the impact of special interest groups on that body, the modern presidency, and the important role the media plays in modern politics. Current topics of political interest are discussed throughout this course. This course is required for state teacher certification. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include socia… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # POLS 120 — Pol in States and Communities 3 credits · 3 hours is a brief introduction into the history of state and local governments with emphasis on modern decision-making at the state and local level. Special consideration is given to current problems of modern urban America, including the topics of taxes, attempts to cut waste, pollution, and crime, and how government can effectively serve the needs of citizens without excessive cost. In addition, this course better acquaints the student with his/her own local political environment through guest lectures, possible field trips to local and state seats of power, and other related experiences in the fi… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PREL 100 — Human Relations 3 credits · 3 hours explores the fundamentals of human relations in all fields of everyday life. Study includes interpersonal relationships in both the work and home environment. The course is designed to improve the student's understanding of individual behavior and group dynamics. Topics covered include communication skills, assertiveness, setting goals, interviewing, cooperation, and handling conflict. Class activities are used to illustrate various human relations skills. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only) (credit hours 3.0, lec… Prerequisites: OT 117, ENGL 101 --- # PREL 110 — Supervision 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for practicing or potential first-line supervisors and/or managers who hold or expect to hold up to middle-level management positions. The course consists of a survey of basic management concepts in proper combination to assist the individual to diagnose situations encountered by supervisors in their day-to-day activities, to analyze problems, and to work toward solutions. The course emphasizes human relations, motivation, conference leading, leadership training, and the basic managerial functions. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements i… --- # PSYCH 110 — Introduction to Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours examines major psychological approaches to the study of human behavior and mental processes. It includes topics on the biological bases of behavior, learning, motivation, personality, stress, mental illness, memory, and perception. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include psychology, social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S6 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # PSYCH 145 — Human Growth & Development 3 credits · 3 hours covers the interaction and development of human physical, intellectual, and psychosocial behavior from conception through old age. Similarities and differences in physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development at various stages of the life cycle are studied. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include psychology, social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S6 902 Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # PSYCH 150 — Child Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours examines the behavioral development of the individual from conception through early adolescence. Consideration is given to the effects of psychological, social, and biological factors on that development. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include psychology, social science, teacher education (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S6 903 Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # PSYCH 200 — Educational Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours examines application of the psychological principles to educational practice and classroom behavior strategies. Special emphasis is placed on understanding learner cognitive and psychological development, motivation, intelligence, evaluation, measurement, assessment, and the impact of culture on learning styles. The course requires 10 clock hours of formal classroom field experience to be arranged with the instructor. Students may be required to provide a criminal background check to school districts before participating in field experiences. A student may not receive credit for both and . Th… Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # PSYCH 210 — Social Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours studies the ways in which individuals are influenced by others. Topics include research methods, attitude development, person perception, interpersonal attraction, aggression, and group behavior. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include psychology, social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S8 900 Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # PSYCH 250 — Human Sexuality 3 credits · 3 hours examines the physiological, psychological, and social dimensions of human sexuality. Topics to be covered include genetic and environmental influences on sexual development, effects of motivation and emotion on sexual behavior, sex-role identification, variations of sexual behavior, sexual abuse, and AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include psychology, social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # PSYCH 260 — Theories of Personality 3 credits · 3 hours examines the classical theories of personality as outlined by major theorists of psychology. In addition to covering the basic concepts, the course also examines the origins, development, assumptions, and implications of each theory. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include psychology, social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # PSYCH 280 — Abnormal Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours provides a description of abnormal behavior and an introduction to a variety of therapeutic approaches. Selected topics include a review of all major mental illnesses, including symptoms, proposed causes, statistics, and therapeutic treatments and interventions. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include psychology, social science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:PSY 905 Prerequisites: PSYCH 110 --- # RADT 101 — Introduction to Radiography 4 credits · 4 hours introduces students to the field of radiography and to the basic knowledge required to become a member of the profession. The students receive an overview of the content covered and expectations of the RCC Radiography Program. Topics include ethics and law in radiography, basic geometry, basic medical and radiography positioning terminology, imaging equipment, radiographic exposure and radiation protection, cultural diversity, and basic patient care. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # RADT 102 — Radiologic Patient Care 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with the basic concepts of patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Routine and emergency patient care is described, as well as infection control procedures utilizing standard precautions. The role of the radiographer in patient education will be identified. This course also includes basic concepts of pharmacology with an emphasis on contrast media. Student's patient care skills are assessed in a laboratory setting. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hour… Prerequisites: RADT 108 --- # RADT 108 — Radiographic Procedures I 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide a knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. This course includes radiographic anatomy, pathologic indications, and positioning for chest, abdomen, and upper extremities. Consideration is given to the production of radiographs of optimal diagnostic quality. Laboratory experience is used to complement the didactic portion of the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 102 --- # RADT 110 — Principles of Radiography I 3 credits · 3 hours provides a knowledge base in 2-ray production. Factors that govern and influence the production of the beam include the nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production, and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter are presented. X-ray beam forming principles covered include exposure factors, filtration, beam restriction, attenuation, pathology, and grids. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 101, RADT 102, RADT 108, RADT 115, RADT 118, BIOL 101 --- # RADT 115 — Radiography Clinical I 3.5 credits · 3.5 hours is designed for sequential development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured sequential, competency-based assignments in clinical setting, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Clinical practice experiences provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of radiologic imaging and total quality management. Levels of competency and outcomes measurement ensure the well-being… Prerequisites: RADT 101, RADT 102, RADT 108, RADT 110, RADT 118, BIOL 101 --- # RADT 118 — Radiographic Procedures II 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide a knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. This course includes radiographic anatomy, pathologic indications, and positioning for lower limb, pelvis, cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, ribs and sternum. Consideration is given to the production of radiographs of optimal diagnostic quality. Laboratory experience is used to complement the didactic portion of the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 101, RADT 102, RADT 108, RADT 110, RADT 115, BIOL 101 --- # RADT 120 — Principles of Radiography II 3 credits · 3 hours covers principles and operation of digital imaging systems found in diagnostic radiology. The content provides students with basic radiologic concepts in computer science related to image capture, display and storage. Other topics covered include calculating multiple exposure factors, quality management, technique chart formation, and image artifact recognition. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 110, RADT 115, RADT 118, BIOL 101, RADT 125, RADT 128, BIOL 201 --- # RADT 125 — Radiography Clinical II 4.5 credits · 4.5 hours is designed for sequential development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured sequential, competency-based assignments in clinical setting, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Clinical practice experiences provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of radiologic imaging and total quality management. Levels of competency and outcomes measurement ensure the well-being… Prerequisites: RADT 110, RADT 115, RADT 118, BIOL 101, RADT 120, RADT 128, BIOL 201 --- # RADT 128 — Radiographic Procedures III 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide a knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. This course includes radiographic anatomy, pathologic indications, and positioning for skull and cranial bones; facial bones; paranasal sinuses, mandible, and temporal bones; GI tracts; and urinary system. Consideration is given to the production of radiographs of optimal diagnostic quality. Laboratory experience is used to complement the didactic portion of the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 110, RADT 115, RADT 118, BIOL 101, RADT 120, RADT 125, BIOL 201 --- # RADT 155 — Radiography Clinical III 3.5 credits · 3.5 hours is designed for sequential development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured sequential, competency-based assignments in clinical setting, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Clinical practice experiences provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of radiologic imaging and total quality management. Levels of competency and outcomes measurement ensure the well-being… Prerequisites: RADT 120, RADT 125, RADT 128, BIOL 201 --- # RADT 215 — Radiography Clinical IV 4.5 credits · 4.5 hours is designed for sequential development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured sequential, competency-based assignments in clinical setting, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Clinical practice experiences provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of radiologic imaging and total quality management. Levels of competency and outcomes measurement ensure the well-being… Prerequisites: RADT 155, RADT 218, RADT 219, BIOL 202 --- # RADT 218 — Radiographic Procedures IV 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide a knowledge base necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. This course includes positioning for special procedures including arthrography, hysterosalpingography, myelography, venography and long bone measurement. Consideration is given to the production of radiographs of optimal diagnostic quality. Laboratory experience is used to complement the didactic portion of the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 155, RADT 215, RADT 219, BIOL 202 --- # RADT 219 — Radiation Protection & Radiobiology 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to present an overview of the principles of radiation protection including the responsibilities of the radiographer for patients, personnel and the public. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations are incorporated. An overview of the principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems is covered. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a whole are presented. Factors affecting biological response are presented, including acute and chronic effects of radia… Prerequisites: RADT 155, RADT 215, RADT 218, BIOL 202 --- # RADT 225 — Radiography Clinical V 3.5 credits · 3.5 hours includes content and clinical practice experiences designed for sequential development, application, critical analysis, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiologic procedures. Through structured sequential, competency-based assignments in clinical setting, concepts of team practice, patient-centered clinical practice and professional development are discussed, examined and evaluated. Clinical practice experiences provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of radiologic imaging and total quality management. Levels of competenc… Prerequisites: RADT 215, RADT 218, RADT 219, BIOL 202, RADT 228, RADT 230, ENGL 101, PSYCH 110 --- # RADT 228 — Radiographic Image Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to emphasize principles of image analysis as it relates to anatomy, density, collimation, shielding, positioning and radiographic quality. Evaluation of and recommendations for improvement are stressed. Identifying pathology and including the changes in technique required to compensate for density differences produced by the underlying pathologic conditions are also covered. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 215, RADT 218, RADT 219, BIOL 202, RADT 225, RADT 230, ENGL 101, PSYCH 110 --- # RADT 230 — Radiography Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to re-examine the knowledge, skills and attitudes required of the radiography profession. Topics addressed will be determined by the results of exams the students take that are similar in structure and content to the registry. Students create individual study plans to address their own areas of need. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: RADT 215, RADT 218, RADT 219, BIOL 202, RADT 228, RADT 225, ENGL 101, PSYCH 110 --- # SCI 101 — Integrated Science 1 4 credits · 4 hours is a one-semester course for non-science majors meant to be taken in conjunction with to satisfy the general education requirement for a life science and a physical science with a laboratory. The course provides an introduction to the scientific method using fundamental concepts that cut across a variety of scientific disciplines. The course attempts to provide a contextual place for science in the student's life as well as in society emphasizing interdisciplinary concepts and a problem-driven learning approach. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # SCI 102 — Integrated Science 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a one-semester course for non-science majors meant to be taken in conjunction with Science 101 to satisfy the general education requirement for a life science and a physical science with a laboratory. The course provides an introduction to the scientific method using fundamental concepts that cut across a variety of scientific disciplines. The course attempts to provide a contextual place for science in the student's life as well as in society emphasizing interdisciplinary concepts and a problem-driven learning approach. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # SIGN 101 — American Sign Language 1 4 credits · 4 hours introduces American Sign Language with emphasis on comprehension and production of basic language functions, grammatical structures and beginning vocabulary, with an emphasis on communicative competence using the communicative approach. Information about the Deaf community and culturally appropriate behaviors will be presented. No prior experience in American Sign Language is needed. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # SIGN 102 — American Sign Language 2 4 credits · 4 hours continues skills, added vocabulary, and grammar usages developed in . Special attention is given to accuracy in syntax, spatial referencing, and increasing both the student's expressive and receptive skills, pronominalizations, classifiers, pluralizations, and temporal and distributional aspects of the language. Fingerspelling and information about the deaf community and deaf culture are also included. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lectu… Prerequisites: SIGN 101 --- # SIGN 103 — Fingerspelling and Numbers 3 credits · 3 hours develops American Sign Language fingerspelling/numbers skills toward speed, clarity, and fluency in expressions and rapid whole word phrase recognition and fingerspelling and number comprehension in receptive contexts. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # SIGN 104 — Introduction to Interpreting 3 credits · 3 hours includes the history and evolution of the profession, terminology used in the profession, the National Association of the Deaf/Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Ethics, and occupational settings and situations that are frequently used by interpreters and their clients. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: SIGN 101, SIGN 103 --- # SIGN 105 — Deaf Culture 3 credits · 3 hours surveys American deaf culture, including its history, the evolution of cultural identity, worldviews, communications, significant personages, the visual and performing arts, literature, and aesthetics in the deaf community. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:H2 909D --- # SIGN 201 — American Sign Language 3 4 credits · 4 hours reviews intermediate-level ASL skills, vocabulary and grammar usages developed in . Special attention is on expressive and receptive skills, pronominalizations, classifiers, pluralizations, and temporal and distributional aspects of the language. The development of a core vocabulary and basic grammar toward functional communication and appropriate cultural choices are emphasized. Information about the deaf community and deaf culture is included. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration inclu… Prerequisites: SIGN 102 --- # SIGN 202 — American Sign Language 4 4 credits · 4 hours reviews intermediate-advanced skills developed in . Advanced skills are developed through dialogues incorporating semantically related vocabulary and language idioms utilized to facilitate overall sign fluency. This course includes discussion of culturally significant topics related to the deaf community; more complex ASL grammatical features; vocabulary building in context; and comprehension and the development of medium length stories, narratives, and dialogues. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration inclu… Prerequisites: SIGN 201 --- # SIGN 203 — Interpreting I 3 credits · 3 hours introduces the skills and techniques for interpreting, involving deaf culture, the code of ethics in interpreting situations, laws affecting deaf clients, interpreter's responsibilities, and the use of assistive technology to communicate with deaf and hard-of-hearing people for pre-recorded voice to live signing, pre-recorded sign to live voicing, real-time voice-to-sign interpreting, and real-time sign-to-voice interpreting. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language… Prerequisites: SIGN 102 --- # SIGN 204 — Interpreting 2 3 credits · 3 hours conveys signed messages into spoken English and vice versa with in-depth and extensive practice of consecutive sign language interpreting. Emphasis is on voice interpreting process, vocal control, voicing techniques, vocal expression, word choice, contexual changes, and development of expressive skills from English to ASL. Ethical decision making is reviewed in regards to interpreting choices. Ethical scenarios are analyzed. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (… Prerequisites: SIGN 203 --- # SIGN 205 — Interpreting 3 3 credits · 3 hours strengthens skills in the integration and application of cognitive processing for more complex source material through intensive practice with a range of scenarios. Multimedia materials, classroom activities, volunteer interpreting in real contexts work toward broadening experiences and skills at interpreting. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: SIGN 204 --- # SIGN 290 — Practicum and Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides field experience in American Sign Language and voice interpreting in entry-level training situations. All internships must be arranged by the instructor and the student and approved by the Dean. The seminar provides opportunities for analysis and discussions about the applicability of ethical and professional decision making, professionalism, various signing skills, and familiarity with the needs of various interpreting assignments. Field experience sites are coordinated with the student's career track. Practicum seminars review interpreting/transliterating strategies and issues. Pra… Prerequisites: SIGN 202, SIGN 205 --- # SLRN 294 — Service Learning in the Discipline 2 credits · 2 hours emphasizes theoretical perspectives of service learning, including leadership, citizenship, and community engagement, and focuses on application of discipline-related issues to the larger community. For a two-credit hour course, course requirements include a minimum of 15 hours of volunteerism and 30 hours of classroom instruction. Within the context of the discipline for which credit is being applied, lecture and instructional activities promote various aspects of responsible citizenship and address how students can apply citizenship and leadership skills within their larger community. Lectu… --- # SOCIO 105 — Domestic Violence & Intervention Techniques 2 credits · 2 hours is an overview of historical and societal attitudes toward domestic violence issues. Emphasis is on cycles of violence, abusive family patterns, crisis intervention, advocacy skills, and applicable state laws. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). --- # SOCIO 110 — Introduction to Sociology 3 credits · 3 hours provides a basic introduction to the discipline of sociology. The course explores the basic perspectives and methods of sociological inquiry, the relationships between humans, their society, and their culture, and the concept of social organizations. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S7 900 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # SOCIO 125 — Parenting 3 credits · 3 hours is the study of contemporary issues and trends in parenting. Topics include the nature of parenting; parent-child relationships through various developmental stages; parental guidance of child's personal, social, and educational growth; the influence of different family structures on children; and trends in social attitudes toward children and families. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include social science, sociology/psychology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # SOCIO 130 — Criminology 3 credits · 3 hours is an introduction to criminology and includes basic concepts, coverage of the major criminological theories, and a brief look at the criminal justice system and the forms of crime. Special attention is given to white-collar crime. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:CRJ 912 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # SOCIO 135 — The Study of Substance Abuse 3 credits · 3 hours is the social-psychological study of the characteristics of substance abuse and the ramifications for society. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include social science, sociology/psychology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # SOCIO 141 — Introduction to Social Work 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with an opportunity to become familiar with contemporary social work practice. This course includes observing the community services available, studying the methods used in the helping relationship, and applying the problem-solving approach to individual, family, and community problems. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # SOCIO 142 — Social Services Field Experience 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with an undergraduate practicum in social work. The student will work a minimum of 8-10 hours per week in an assigned social agency. One lecture hour includes evaluation of resources, referral and follow-up activity, awareness of unmet needs, and development of new resources when and where needed. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science (AAS only); areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0). Prerequisites: SOCIO 141 --- # SOCIO 150 — Social Problems 3 credits · 3 hours provides exploratory studies of contemporary social problems using the concepts and techniques of sociological inquiry. Possible topics include alienation, population, drugs, work and leisure, poverty, aging, war, the environment, the sexual revolution, extremism and dissent, and technological progress. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S7 901 Prerequisites: SOCIO 110 --- # SOCIO 200 — Marriage and the Family 3 credits · 3 hours examines patterns of dating, courtship, and marriage with consideration given to the relationship between parents, children, and other members of the family unit. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S7 902 Prerequisites: SOCIO 110, PSYCH 110 --- # SOCIO 210 — Sociology of Deviant Behavior 3 credits · 3 hours explores causes and forms of deviant behavior. Topics covered include juvenile delinquency, substance abuse and related problems, violent crime, white-collar crime, victimless crime, and mental illness. Major sociological research and theory are reviewed and applied to explain deviant behavior. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: SOCIO 110 --- # SOCIO 225 — Race, Class & Gender in the United States 3 credits · 3 hours analyzes ways in which issues of race, class, and gender are embedded in ordinary communication and daily life in the United States. Topics include the social construction, economics, and consequences of difference, issues in U.S. law, maintaining hierarchies, and social control. Major sociological research and theory will be reviewed and applied. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include social science; areas of concentration include social science, sociology (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:S9 902D Prerequisites: SOCIO 110 --- # SOCS 280 — Interdisciplinary Field Experience in the Social Science 3 credits · 3 hours allows students to travel with faculty to international or regional locations that may vary from year to year to study the social sciences and to increase their awareness and understanding of other societies. Each field experience will emphasize the historical, economic, political, and sociological aspects of the society of the locale being visited for the field experience portion of the class. Textbooks and readings from these disciplines are a significant part of the course. Instructors from two or more of these disciplines provide teaching related to the field experience society. Classes a… Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # SPAN 101 — Beginning Spanish 1 4 credits · 4 hours integrates the acquisition of basic Spanish by the communicative approach employing cultural materials. Together with , it is designed for students with no previous study of Spanish and also is the appropriate first college course for students who have accumulated fewer than five quality points for high school Spanish and/or those whose prior study of Spanish was completed more than five years ago regardless of earned quality points. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign l… --- # SPAN 102 — Beginning Spanish 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a continuation of . This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: SPAN 101 --- # SPAN 198 — Selected Topics in Spanish 4 credits · 4 hours is specifically designed to address topics which necessitate a broader scope, a greater depth, and fuller assimilation of the course methods and materials. The student may take this course three times for credit as long as a different topic is selected. The topic is specified in the subtitle of the course listed in the class schedule. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). --- # SPAN 201 — Intermediate Spanish 1 4 credits · 4 hours includes a wider range of reading selections than previous courses. Grammatical structure is reviewed, expanded, and incorporated in a communicative approach. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities (AAS and ALS only); areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). Prerequisites: SPAN 102 --- # SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish 2 4 credits · 4 hours is a school continuation of , with increased attention to composition and conversation. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities; areas of concentration include foreign language (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0). IAI:H1 900 Prerequisites: SPAN 201 --- # STDEV 100 — Introduction to College Success 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to help students successfully transition to college. Students will experience, discuss, write about and apply knowledge, skills, behaviors, strategies and mindsets that help them succeed in college. This course empowers students to develop personal qualities that assist in making wise decisions. Students learn how to think critically about and prepare for their academic and career pathways. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). --- # STDEV 101 — Seminar in Personal Development 1 credits · 1 hours is designed to increase awareness of the student's present value system, personal achievements, and strengths and relating this awareness to plans for the future. Activities are aimed toward enhancing regard for oneself and others. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # STDEV 102 — Seminar in Academic & Career Development 1 credits · 1 hours highlights Richland and community resources, and provides practical and applicable skills and strategies to help a student persis in their academic journey and develop career goals. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # STDEV 103 — Leadership Development 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to help students develop their leadership skills and techniques within a group setting. Students will explore various leadership styles and leadership theories. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). --- # STDEV 104 — Special Topics in Student Dev 1 credits · 1 hours enables the student to explore a topic of special interest within higher education/student affairs. The course provides an opportunity to explore a new area of interest. A student may enroll in and receive credit up to four times to have an opportunity to emphasize a different topic during each enrollment. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0-3.0, lecture hours 1.0). --- # SURGT 110 — Introduction to Surgical Technology 2 credits · 2 hours introduces students to the role of a surgical technologist. Students examine the profession's history and evolution and begin an overview as a member of the surgical team. Hospital management, the physical aspects of the operating suite, basic patient care concepts, safety and environmental issues, all-hazards preparation, ethical and legal issues, morals, and standards of conduct are emphasized. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: BIOL 101, BIOL 220, ENGL 101, HLTH 140 --- # SURGT 120 — Principles of Surgical Technology I 4 credits · 4 hours introduces students to a basic overview in pharmacological drugs and anesthetics, biotechnical sciences application, patient consent, emergency situations, and death and dying during the surgical procedure. Principles of infection control are covered and emphasis is placed on surgical incisions, hemostasis, wound healing & closure, drains and dressings, grafts and tissue replacement material use and application, and an in-depth understanding of equipment used to perform basic surgical procedures. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.… Prerequisites: SURGT 110, SURGT 125, SURGT 128, BIOL 201 --- # SURGT 125 — Fundamentals of Surgical Technology 3 credits · 3 hours provides students with the knowledge base necessary to perform the fundamentals of patient care during surgical procedures. Students demonstrate basic concepts in asepsis and sterile techniques; scrubbing, gowning and gloving; and the perioperative care process of the patient during the surgical procedure. Laboratory experience is used to complement the didactic portion of the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 110, SURGT 120, SURGT 128, BIOL 201 --- # SURGT 128 — Intro to the Clinical Experience 1 credits · 1 hours applies theoretical and laboratory concepts in the hospital setting under the supervision of RCC faculty members. Students rotate through various surgical departments and assist/observe staff in their roles/duties within the surgical arena. Students demonstrate basic knowledge and application in patient identification, care, and transport. Methods of disinfection and sterilization and environmental disinfection of the operating room are applied. This course offers students clinical experiences in the hospital setting at the end of the spring semester following completion of . This course is a… Prerequisites: SURGT 110, SURGT 120, SURGT 125, BIOL 201 --- # SURGT 130 — Principles of Surgical Technology II 3 credits · 3 hours examines the knowledge, concepts, and principles that are fundamental to scrubbing surgical procedures. Students examine the patient care, anatomy and physiology, diagnostics, pathophysiology, anesthetic, procedure classification, positioning, prepping, incision site, and step by step progression during the procedures required in general surgery, obstetrics and gynecological surgery, and genitourinary surgery. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 120, SURGT 125, SURGT 128, SURGT 135, SURGT 138 --- # SURGT 135 — Surgical Procedures I 2 credits · 2 hours facilitates student learning and laboratory hands-on development of surgical procedural set-ups. Students demonstrate knowledge and competency in aseptic technique, surgical case room set-up, selection and placement of required equipment, supplies, packs, instrumentation, counts, closure, and demonstrated time and motion efficiency. Cases focused on in general are obstetrics and gynecology, and genitourinary surgical specialties. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 120, SURGT 125, SURGT 128, SURGT 130, SURGT 138 --- # SURGT 138 — Basic Surgical Technology Clinical I 3 credits · 3 hours requires students to demonstrate theoretical and laboratory knowledge in the clinical setting. Under the supervision of RCC faculty, students begin experiences in the scrub role. Demonstrating safe practice, students begin scrubbing in basic surgical cases in the second assistant scrub role and then the first scrub role. Clinical experiences include Family Maternity Services, surgical centers, and hospital operating room. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lab hours 9.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 120, SURGT 125, SURGT 128, SURGT 130, SURGT 135 --- # SURGT 240 — Principles of Surgical Technology III 6 credits · 6 hours builds on and continues to examine the knowledge, concepts, and principles that are fundamental to scrubbing surgical procedures. Students examine patient care, anatomy and physiology, diagnostics, pathology, anesthetic, procedure classification, positioning, prepping, incision site, and step-by-step progression during the procedures required in otorhinolaryngeal surgery, orthopedic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic, and ophthalmic surgery. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 6.0, lecture hours 6.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 130, SURGT 135, SURGT 138, SURGT 245, SURGT 248, BIOL 202 --- # SURGT 245 — Surgical Procedures II 2 credits · 2 hours builds on by continuing student learning and participation with a laboratory hands-on development of surgical procedural set-ups. Students demonstrate knowledge and competency in aseptic technique, surgical case room set-up, selection and placement of required equipment, supplies, packs, instrumentation, counts, closure, and demonstrated time and motion efficiency. Cases focused on are in otorhinolaryngeal, orthopedic, oral and maxillofacial, plastic, and ophthalmic surgical specialties. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab ho… Prerequisites: SURGT 130, SURGT 135, SURGT 138, SURGT 240, SURGT 248, BIOL 202 --- # SURGT 248 — Int. Surgical Technology Clinical II 6 credits · 6 hours builds on clinical experiences and requires students to demonstrate theoretical and laboratory knowledge in the clinical setting. Under the supervision of RCC faculty, students demonstrate safe practice scrubbing in basic and intermediate surgical cases with more focus on the first scrub role rather than the assistant scrub role. Clinical experiences include experiences in surgical centers, operating rooms, and vascular/cardiac centers. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 6.0, lab hours 18.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 130, SURGT 135, SURGT 138, SURGT 240, SURGT 245, BIOL 202 --- # SURGT 250 — Principles of Surgical Technology IV 2 credits · 2 hours builds on and 240 and continues to examine the knowledge, concepts, and principles that are fundamental to scrubbing surgical procedures. Students examine patient care, anatomy and physiology, diagnostics, pathology, anesthetic, procedure classification, positioning, prepping, incision site, and step-by-step progression during the procedures required in cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, and neuro surgery. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 2.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 240, SURGT 245, SURGT 248, SURGT 255, SURGT 258, SURGT 259, PSYCH 110 --- # SURGT 255 — Surgical Procedures III 2 credits · 2 hours builds on and 245 by continuing with student learning and participation in a laboratory hands-on development of surgical procedural setups. Students demonstrate knowledge and competency in aseptic technique, surgical case room setup, selection and placement of required equipment, supplies, packs, instrumentation, counts, closure, and demonstrated time and motion efficiency. Cases focused on are in cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular, and neuro surgical specialties. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 240, SURGT 245, SURGT 248, SURGT 259, SURGT 250, SURGT 258, PSYCH 110 --- # SURGT 258 — Adv. Surgical Tech Clinical III 6 credits · 6 hours builds on and clinical experiences and requires students to demonstrate theoretical and laboratory knowledge in the clinical setting. Under the supervision of RCC faculty, students demonstrate safe practice by scrubbing in basic, intermediate, and advanced surgical cases with focus on the first scrub role. Clinical experiences include surgical centers, operating rooms, and vascular/cardiac centers. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 6.0, lab hours 18.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 240, SURGT 245, SURGT 248, SURGT 259, SURGT 250, SURGT 255, PSYCH 110 --- # SURGT 259 — Professional Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours presents concepts and issues to prepare students for entrance into the profession. Students examine employment skills, interviewing skills, resume' writing, and career development including continuing education. Students review and prepare information necessary to pass the certification exam. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 1.0, lecture hours 1.0). Prerequisites: SURGT 240, SURGT 245, SURGT 248, SURGT 250, SURGT 255, SURGT 258, PSYCH 110 --- # SURGT 290 — Internship in Surgical Technology 5 credits · 5 hours allows the student pursuing a degree in Surgical Technology the opportunity to apply the principles learned in the course work to the work situation through employment. In addition, the internship also allows the student to acquire additional knowledge from the work place. The participating student will be paid an hourly wage by the employer, and it will consist of 16-20 hours per week of employment over the semester. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 5.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 20.0). --- # THTRE 150 — Theatre Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours is an introductory survey of theatre/drama as a performing art form. Includes study and analysis of historical, social, aesthetic and technical aspects of traditional and contemporary theatrical/dramatic expression. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F1 907 --- # THTRE 160 — Theatre Production 1 credits · 1 hours has as its primary activity the production of a complete play, including the analysis of script, interpretation, casting, rehearsal, and performance. Students may participate in four areas: 1) acting, assistant directing, and stage management; 2) set construction and lighting; 3) costuming, property construction, and makeup; and 4) publicity and program construction. The student is expected to stress one of the four areas and assist in one other. A student may enroll in and receive credit for this course a maximum of four times to have an opportunity to emphasize a different area during each… --- # THTRE 170 — Introduction to Acting 3 credits · 3 hours is a study of the interpretative function and technique of the actor. Students are introduced to the principles of acting theory and are provided the opportunity to practice acting as a part of this course. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:TA 914 --- # THTRE 171 — Acting 2 3 credits · 3 hours is a continuation of the study of the interpretative function and technique of the actor. Students are instructed using backgrounds in various acting techniques to further their own acting development through advanced scene work, exercises, and script analysis. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: THTRE 170 --- # THTRE 180 — Stagecraft 1 3 credits · 3 hours is a lecture/lab course designed to teach the fundamentals of properties, tool use and maintenance, scenery construction, painting, theatre safety, design aesthetics, and basic sound and lighting techniques. Field trips and guest speakers may supplement text and lecture materials. Attendance at two college productions and an accompanying written critique are required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # THTRE 181 — Stagecraft 2 3 credits · 3 hours is a lecture/lab course designed to teach the fundamentals of properties, lighting and electricity, design concepts, and scenic and lighting design. Field trips and guest speakers may supplement text and lecture materials. Attendance at two college productions and an accompanying written critique are required. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: THTRE 180 --- # THTRE 190 — Stage Makeup 3 credits · 3 hours introduces materials, equipment, and application of theatrical makeup. Includes role of makeup in portraying character and age. Specifically focused on two-dimensional makeup as well as color and fantasy/creativity. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # THTRE 210 — Theatre History 3 credits · 3 hours examines selected periods in the history of the theater from the classical Greek period through present day and the essential elements of theatre, performance, and production, including stage design, costumes, and makeup, acting styles, and key playwrights. The social role of theater and influences of political events and social mores; and interpretation and criticism will be explored. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include fine arts; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:F1 908 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # THTRE 220 — Directing 3 credits · 3 hours introduces principles, procedures, and problems of directing. Includes script selection, interpretation, casting, preparation of prompt script, stage composition and blocking, rehearsal techniques, communication and problem solving and performance. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). Prerequisites: THTRE 150, ENGL 101 --- # THTRE 230 — Play Analysis for Production 3 credits · 3 hours explores the relationship between dramatic text and the play in performance. Representative plays are studied in their genre, historical and social contexts. An emphasis is placed on basic structural terminology and methodology. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; group requirements include humanities, fine arts; areas of concentration include theatre (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 3.0). IAI:TA 917 Prerequisites: ENGL 101 --- # WELD 100 — Welding Fundamentals 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to prepare students to perform oxy-acetylene and plasma arc cutting for production and maintenance work. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 2.0). --- # WELD 101 — Shielded Metal Arc Welding 4 credits · 4 hours is designed to prepare students to perform production welding, millwright work, and general maintenance welding. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 6.0). Prerequisites: WELD 100 --- # WELD 120 — Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to prepare students to perform AWS and API code welds in the 2G, 3G, and 4G positions with backing. This class prepares the students for advanced SMA welding. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: WELD 101 --- # WELD 125 — Gas Metal Arc/Flux Core Arc Welding (MIG) 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to prepare students to perform ASME code welds in the 1G and 2G positions using the GMAW and the FCAW processes. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: WELD 120 --- # WELD 130 — Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to prepare students to perform maintenance and production welding using the gas tungsten arc welding process. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: WELD 135 --- # WELD 135 — Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to prepare students to perform AWS and API code welds in the 2G, 3G, and 4G positions. This class prepares the students for pipe welding. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: WELD 120 --- # WELD 140 — Pipe Welding 4 credits · 4 hours allows students to develop the skills to weld pipe in the 2G, 5G and 6G positions using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process. The weld testing in this class is done in accordance with AWS and ASME standards. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 6.0). Prerequisites: WELD 135 --- # WELD 145 — Welding Tools and Safety 3 credits · 3 hours provides students with instruction covering essential, basic skills required for employment opportunities in all construction trade occupations. Subjects covered are safety, hand and power tool application and operation, introduction to blueprints and understanding rigging. Completion of this course will prepare the student to enter further instruction in the Pipe Fitter/Pipe Welder course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0). Prerequisites: WELD 140, MATH 104, ENGT 102 --- # WELD 150 — Gas Metal Arc Welding for Auto Body 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to prepare students to perform light and medium gauge welds in the 1-G, 2-G, and 3-G positions, as well as plug and slot welds using the GMAW process. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: WELD 100 --- # WELD 190 — Maintenance Repair Welding 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to prepare students to perform basic industrial maintenance welds. These welds include oxy-acetylene brazing and soldering, arc welding of cast iron, and arc air cutting and gouging. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: WELD 130 --- # WELD 195 — Industrial Welding Fundamentals 3 credits · 3 hours introduces students to the basic welding processes commonly used in the mechanical maintenance areas where critical or certified welds are not required. The students learn the basic theory and application of the welding processes. The students become competent in flat position welding using the shielded metal arc welding and gas metal arc welding processes. Students also develop the basic ability to perform the following: oxy-acetylene welding and cutting; soldering and brazing; pipe repair welding; basic heat treat methods; periodic and preventative maintenance measures on welding equipment;… --- # WELD 202 — Welder Certification 2 credits · 2 hours is designed to prepare students to perform ASME code welds on plate in the 3G and 4G positions and pipe in the 6G position. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 2.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 3.0). Prerequisites: WELD 145 --- # WELD 208 — Pipefitting Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours introduces students to many of the hand and power tools used to complete tasks associated with pipe fitting. It also introduces the students to underground piping and excavations. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 4.0). Prerequisites: WELD 202 --- # WELD 215 — Pipefitting Applications 4 credits · 4 hours builds upon the skills developed in by introducing the students to drawings, trade math, advanced rigging, and pipe and piping support fabrication. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 6.0). Prerequisites: WELD 208 --- # WELD 243 — Aluminum and Stainless Steel Welding 4 credits · 4 hours expands on welding techniques and processes learned in earlier courses by using GTAW process on aluminum plate and the SMAW on stainless steel pipe. Students will make welds in the following positions: 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 6G, 1F, 2F, 3F and 4F. This permits the student to gain knowledge and expertise needed to perform supervisory level work as a pipefitter/welder on issues ranging from quality control, material requisition and crew safety. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 6.0). Prerequisites: WELD 202 --- # WELD 245 — GMAW/FCAW Pipe Welding 3 credits · 3 hours expands on welding techniques and processes learned in earlier courses by using GMAW and FCAW process on pipe. Students will make welds in the following positions: 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 5.0). Prerequisites: WELD 202 --- # WELD 290 — Work Exp Practicum & Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours provides the student with an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills gained in the academic setting to real work situations. The suitability of the work setting for this practicum is determined through consultation with the Welding faculty, the prospective employer, and the student. The work experience should be directly related to the student's desired career objectives and should serve as a supplemental source of learning. Topics to be addressed during the practicum include but are not limited to job performance, relationship to supervisors, time managment, record keeping, customer relati… --- # WELD 295 — Workplace Simulation and Project 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to give students the opportunity to apply their technical skills and abillity to work successfully in the workforce, to demonstrate learning and thinking skills, and to develop individual resourcefulness. The student will have an opportunity to work indepedently and as a team member on a specific project(s) under the guidance of a faculty member. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include general science (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 1.0, lab hours 10.0).