2016-2017 Catalog and Handbook 
    
    Apr 25, 2024  
2016-2017 Catalog and Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • CVI 202L - Invasive Peripheral Procedures Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    This is a practical skills course to accompany theory presented in CVI 202.  The student will be performing the diagnostic and interventional procedures discussed in the lecture course.  The student will be performing these procedures in a controlled, simulated environment.  Specific procedures the students will be exposed to include, but are not limited to, lower leg interventions; carotid and cerebral vascular angiography and interventions; aortography and aneurysm repairs; and venous evaluation and interventions.  The student will be evaluated on their ability to perform the procedural skills, and their ability to critically think through procedural complications.

    Prerequisites:  ,  ,  ,   
    Corequisites: CVI 202   

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 210L - Emergency Cardiac Care Lab

    1 Credit Hours


    Designed to prepare students for taking an ACLS certification course as well as help them anticipate what is needed and what might happen in an emergency situation in the cath lab environment. Topics covered will be, but are not limited to: airway management and access, IV procedures, and cardioversion, as well as an introduction to pharmacology in relation to the more utilized drugs in the cath lab and a continuation of arrhythmia recognition coupled with treatments. The lab will consist of practicing skills and applying them in simulated emergencies in a cath lab environment.

    Prerequisites: CVI 133 , CVI 133 L , CVI 135 , CVI 135 L  
     

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 211 - Invasive Interventional Procedures

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to build upon the theories learned in CVI 103L and CVI 135.  The focus of this course will be on interventional procedures designed to repair and correct pathologic states involving the coronary arterial system and cardiac structure.  Specific items to be discussed will include, but are not limited to, coronary angioplasty and stenting; coronary atherectomy; coronary thrombectomy; cardiac valve modification and repair; TAVR procedures; septal shunt closure; and transeptal procedures.  The student will be expected to have an in-depth working knowledge of the current coronary and cardiac structural interventional procedures.

    Prerequisites: CVI 135 , CVI 135 L , CVI 202 , CVI 202 L   
    Corequisites: CVI 211 L   

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 211L - Invasive Interventional Procedures Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    This is a practical skills course to accompany theory presented in CVI 211.  The student will be performing the diagnostic and interventional procedures discussed in the lecture course.  The student will be performing these procedures in a controlled, simulated environment.  Specific procedures the students will be exposed to include, but are not limited to, coronary artery interventions; cardiac structural repairs; and cardiac valve interventions.  The student will be evaluated on their ability to perform the procedural skills, and their ability to critically think through procedural complications.

    Prerequisites:  ,  ,  ,   
    Corequisites: CVI 211   

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 213 - Invasive Hemodynamics

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to be and in-depth study on invasive hemodynamic waveform interpretation and diagnosis.  Topics will include, but not limited to, venous access site selection and attainment; right heart catheterizations procedural protocols; hemodynamic measurements and related calculations; valve area assessment and calculations; cardiovascular shunt evaluations; and hemodynamic diagnosis of specific disease states.  Blood gas interpretation; cardiac output calculations; intra-aortic balloon pumps and impella devices; LVAD support; and patient specific monitoring methods will also be discussed.  The student will be expected to have an in-depth working knowledge of the current invasive hemodynamic recording procedures.

    Prerequisites:  ,  ,  ,   
    Corequisites: CVI 213 L  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 213L - Invasive Hemodynamics Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    This is a practical skills course to accompany theory presented in CVI 213.  The student will be performing the hemodynamic recording procedures discussed in the lecture course.  The student will be performing these procedures in a controlled, simulated environment.  Specific procedures the students will be exposed to include, but are not limited to, hemodynamic evaluation; valve disease interpretation; intracardiac shunt evaluations; cardiac heart failure evaluation; and IABP support assessment and programming.  The student will be evaluated on their ability to perform the procedural skills, and their ability to critically think through procedural complications.

    Prerequisites:  ,  ,  ,   
    Corequisites: CVI 213    

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 214 - Electrophysiology

    1 Credit Hours
    The basis of this course is to expose students to theories used to diagnose and treat cardiac electropathologies. The focus of this course will be on pacemaker and AICD theory; electropathology of the cardiac conduction system; electrophysiology diagnosis and technology; and cardiac ablation.

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 233 - Invasive Cardio I Clinical

    14 Credit Hours


    A full-time clinical internship completed at an affiliated local or out-of-town hospital. Students will broaden and perfect their cardiac cath lab skills. Emphasis of this course is placed in the clinical skills necessary to perform circulating, recording and scrubbing positions as well as intensive training in many of the various procedures. These include, but are not limited to: coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, pacemakers, Swan Ganz, intra-aortic balloon pumping, and thrombolytic therapy. Written reports, review of current professional literature, and attendance at conferences are required.

    Prerequisites: CV, HC, CVI, general courses & Permission of Program Chair
     

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14 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 243 - Invasive Cardio II Clinical

    12 Credit Hours


    A full-time clinical internship completed at an affiliated local or out-of-town hospital. Emphasis of this course is placed in the clinical skills necessary to perform circulating, recording, and scrubbing positions in the cardiac cath lab. These will include, but not be limited to: coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty, pacemakers, Swan Ganz, intra-aortic balloon pumping, and thrombolytic therapy. Written reports, review of current professional literature, and attendance at conferences are required.

    Prerequisites: CVI 233 , Permission of Program Chair
     

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12 Credit Hours
  
  • CVI 255 - Invasive Registry Review

    2 Credit Hours


    This course continues to prepare the student to successfully pass the registry exam for invasive cardiovascular technologists. During this course the students will review materials from all previous course work. A registry mock exam will be given at the beginning and end of the course to help the student identify areas of knowledge that may need to be reviewed. Those areas that need improvement will be emphasized during lecture, presentations, and discussion during class.

    Prerequisites: CVI 214  
     

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2 Credit Hours
   1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 124 - Cardiovascular Principles & Hemodynamics

    2 Credit Hours
    Introduces students to cardiac blood flow, and intracardiac pressures in the realm of cardiac pathology. A thorough discussion of Doppler principles and quantitative hemodynamic calculations will be included such as: Continuity equation, pressure half-time, pulmonary pressure calculations, valve area calculations, Bernoulli equation, dP/dt index, etc. Pertinent concepts related to the cardiovascular principles and instrumentation portion of the Adult echo registry board exam will be reviewed.

    Prerequisites: CVN 134 , CVN 135 , CV 123 , CV 135  
    Corequisites: CVN 123  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 125 - Congenital Heart Disease

    1 Credit Hours


    Focuses on the preparation for the cardiovascular ultrasound physics national certification examination. Activities are designed to review cardiovascular hemodynamics, embryology, fetal circulation, congenital abnormalities, EKG and ancillary cardiac diagnostic studies.

    Prerequisites: CVN 124 , CVN 123  
     

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1 Credit Hours
   1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 134 - Cardiac Ultrasound I

    5 Credit Hours
    Provides an overview of the principles of echocardiography. Students will be introduced to basic anatomy and physiology of the heart, normal tomographic tranthoracic and transesophageal views, hemodynamics and Doppler analysis.

    Prerequisites: Completion of Health Core
    Corequisites: CVN 135  

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5 Credit Hours
   1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 212 - Cardiac Ultrasound II

    6 Credit Hours
    A continuation of Cardiac Ultrasound I with a special emphasis on cardiac pathology. Students will gain knowledge in obtaining appropriate echocardiographic measurements and calculations in patients with specific cardiac disease. Pathologies include: Valvular disease, systolic and diastolic dysfunction, cardiomyopathies, pericardial disease, diseases of the great vessels, cardiac masses, endocarditis, prosthetic valves and adult congenital heart disease.

    Prerequisites: HC 106 , CVN 124 , CVN 123  
    Corequisites: CVN 213  

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6 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 213L - Cardiac Ultrasound II Lab

    2 Credit Hours


    Students will perform advanced adult echocardiography exam techniques on cardiac ultrasound equipment. The focus of this lab is to prepare students for clinical rotation. Emphasis is placed on execution of thorough, pathology-suitable and time-appropriate adult echo exams.

    Prerequisites: CVN 212  
     

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 233 - Cardiac Ultrasound I Clinical

    14 Credit Hours


    A full time internship completed at an affiliated local or out- of-town hospital or clinic. Students will broaden and perfect their echocardiographic skills through active hands-on participation in an echocardiography laboratory. Emphasis of this course is placed on the clinical skills necessary to perform a complete adult echocardiogram. Students may be exposed to transesophageal echocardiography, stress echocardiography, and/or pediatric echocardiography. Written reports, case studies, review of current professional literature, and attendance of conferences are required.

    Prerequisites: All CV, HC, CVN, general courses and Permission of Program Chair
     

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14 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 243 - Cardiac Ultrasound II Clinical

    12 Credit Hours


    A full time clinical internship completed at an affiliated local or out-of-town hospital or clinic. Emphasis of course is building echocardiography lab skills to a level where the student can work with a degree of independence. Students will be responsible for submitting an echo-cardiography portfolio and current professional literature review. Technical and professional evaluations will be completed.

    Prerequisites: CVN 233  and Permission of Program Chair
     

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12 Credit Hours
  
  • CVN 255 - Cardiac Registry Review

    2 Credit Hours


    This course continues to prepare the student to successfully pass the registry exam for cardiovascular technologists. During this course the students will review materials from all previous course work. A registry mock exam will be given at the beginning and end of the course to help the student identify areas of knowledge that may need to be reviewed. Those areas that need improvement will be emphasized during lecture, presentations, and discussion during class.

    Prerequisites: CVN 233  
     

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 102 - Vascular History & Physical

    2 Credit Hours


    This is a comprehensive study of the role of the Vascular Ultrasound Technologist in obtaining a patient history and physical exam. This will include understanding risk factors, signs and symptoms, and physical examination for the various diseases associated with the vascular systems. The student could be exposed to speakers presenting on cardiovascular technology and Vascular Ultrasound. Some of these may be by attending outside activities such as cardiovascular in-service by local hospitals.

    Prerequisites: CV 101 , CVP 136 , CVP 137L  
     

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 123L - Vascular Hemodynamics Lab

    2 Credit Hours
    Lab focuses on the physiology and hemodynamics of blood flow within the arterial and venous systems throughout the body. The student will be introduced to spectral and color Doppler instrumentation while scanning the vascular anatomy and how it is used to evaluate blood flow. Students will practice on fellow students during and outside of lab for assigned lab projects.

    Corequisites: CVP 124  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 124 - Vascular Hemodynamics

    3 Credit Hours
    Class focuses on the physiology and hemodynamics of blood flow within the arterial and venous systems throughout the body. Characteristics of flow to be discussed will consist of: potential and kinetic energy, resistance, pressure, velocity, volumetric flow, energy gradients, Poiseuille’s Law, Bernoulli’s Equation, types of flow characteristics, and Reynolds Number.

    Prerequisites: Core, CV 101 , CVP 136 , CVP 137L  
    Corequisites: CVP 123  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 136 - Vascular Anatomy

    2 Credit Hours
    This is a comprehensive study of the role of the Vascular Ultrasound Technologist. A thorough knowledge of vascular anatomy to include the heart, central, peripheral, and cerebral arterial system, venous system, and microscopic anatomy will be covered. The student will also look at perspective anatomy by the use of ultrasound and identify anatomy in both sagittal and transverse planes. The student may also be exposed to speakers presenting on cardiovascular technology and Vascular Ultrasound. Some of these may be by attending outside activities such as: cardiovascular in-service at local hospitals.

    Prerequisites: HC 106  , HC 117 , HC 119 , HC 119 L , MATH 102 T  
    Corequisites: CVP 137  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 137L - Vascular Anatomy Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    This course will assess vascular anatomy as seen on ultrasound. This will include anatomy and surrounding structures of the peripheral arterial and venous anatomy of upper and lower extremities and cerebrovascular anatomy. Anatomy will be viewed on both transverse and sagittal planes During the Vascular Ultrasound Lab the student will be offered hands on experience practicing on fellow students. Emphasis will be placed on ultrasound imaging and the identification of vascular anatomy. The student will also be exposed to other non-invasive techniques in evaluating vascular system such as, taking blood pressures, plethysmography; directional and hand held Doppler’s. The student may also be exposed to speakers presenting on cardiovascular technology and Vascular Ultrasound. This could include going to local hospitals.

    Corequisites: CVP 136  

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 210 - Vascular Pathophysiology I

    3 Credit Hours
    This is a comprehensive, critical thinking course that entails cerebrovascular pathophysiology and how it affects the physiology of blood flow. A variety of cerebrovascular pathologies will be discussed and how it affects patient H&P, which type of vascular testing needs to be performed, hemodynamics, and imaging. A look at non-invasive and invasive treatments will also be discussed. Critical thinking skills will be used to put information together from all CVP classes. The student may also be exposed to speakers presenting on cardiovascular technology and Vascular Ultrasound. Some of these may be by attending outside activities such as: cardiovascular in-service at local hospitals.

    Prerequisites: CV 125 , CVP 102 , CVP 123L  , CVP 124 , CV 123  
    Corequisites: CVP 211  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 211L - Vascular Pathophysiology I Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    During this lab course, students will continue to perfect their scanning skills in various cerebrovascular tests. This lab will continue to further their skills in preparing themselves for their clinical rotation by completing full exams, with accuracy, and time limitation in which to complete exam. Students will practice on fellow students during and outside of lab for assigned lab projects.

    Corequisites: CVP 210  

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 214 - Vascular Pathophysiology II

    3 Credit Hours
    This is a comprehensive, critical thinking course that entails peripheral arterial and venous pathophysiology and how it affects the physiology of blood flow. A variety of arterial and venous pathologies will be discussed and how it affects patient H&P, which type of vascular testing needs to be performed, hemodynamics, and imaging/nonimaging. A look at non-invasive and invasive treatments will also be discussed. Critical thinking skills will be used to put information together from all CVP classes. The student may also be exposed to speakers presenting on cardiovascular technology and Vascular Ultrasound. Some of these may be by attending outside activities such as: cardiovascular in-service at local hospitals.

    Prerequisites: CVP 210 , CVP 211 , and Society of Vascular Ultrasound student membership.  (Please see advisor for details)
    Corequisites: CVP 215  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 215L - Vascular Pathophysiology II Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    During this lab course, students will continue to perfect their scanning skills in various peripheral arterial and venous tests. This lab will continue to further their skills in preparing themselves for their clinical rotation by completing full exams, with proficiency, and time limitation in which to complete exam. Students will practice on fellow students during and outside of lab for assigned lab projects.

    Corequisites: CVP 214  

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 220 - Abdominal Vascular Ultrasound

    2 Credit Hours
    Study of anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the abdominal cavity, peritoneal cavity to include: Aorta, Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Iliac, IVC, Mesenteric vasculature, renal vessels and allografts, portal and hepatic vasculature as visualized by ultrasound. Doppler and color Doppler application will be applied to the anatomy.

    Prerequisites: CVP 210 , CVP 211  
    Corequisites: CVP 221  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 221L - Abdominal Vascular Ultrasound

    1 Credit Hours
    Applying knowledge and scanning skills of anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the abdominal cavity to include: aorta, endovascular aortic aneurysm repair, iliac, IVC, mesenteric vasculature, renal vessels and allografts, hepatic vasculature, and male genitalia as visualized by ultrasound. Doppler and color Doppler application will be applied to the anatomy.

    Corequisites: CVP 220  

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 233 - Vascular Ultrasound I Clinical

    14 Credit Hours


    This course is a full time clinical internship (40 hours/week) and will be completed at an affiliated local or out-of-town hospital or clinic. Students will broaden and perfect their vascular ultrasound skills. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills as related to exam performance and patient care settings. The student will also complete coursework and portfolios during the clinical internship.

    Prerequisites: CV, HC, CVP, General Courses and permission of the Program Chair
     

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14 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 243 - Vascular Ultrasound II Clinical

    12 Credit Hours


    This course is a continuation of CVP 233 which is a full time clinical internship (40 hours/week) and will be completed at the same location. Students will broaden and perfect their vascular ultrasound skills. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills as related to exam performance and patient care settings. The student will also complete coursework and portfolios during the clinical internship.

    Prerequisites: CVP 233 , CVP 255  and permission of the Program Chair
     

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12 Credit Hours
  
  • CVP 255 - Vascular Registry Review

    2 Credit Hours
    This course is conducted on the STI campus during the week of spring graduation. Students will participate in review of program course content, clinical findings and expectations, and registry preparation testing and activities. Students will present current clinical case studies and share clinical experience summaries. Student clinical portfolio review and analysis will also be conducted.

    Corequisites: CVP 233  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 114 - Preventive Maintenance Theory

    2 Credit Hours
    Covers entry level technician inspection tasks designed to introduce students to correct procedures and practices of vehicle inspection. Major areas to be covered include: engine system, cab and hood, electrical/electronics, frame and chassis, and the suspension and steering systems.

    Corequisites: DM 115  

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2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 116 - Basic Electrical Theory

    2 Credit Hours
    Covers the basics of electrical theory. Major areas to be covered include: proper multi-meter usage, electron and electrical theory, basic electrical component function and operation, series circuits, parallel circuits, diode and transistor operation, and construction of simple circuits.

    Corequisites: DM 117  

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2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 118 - Truck Electrical System Theory

    2 Credit Hours
    Covers the operation and testing of heavy-duty starting and charging systems, control systems, 12 volt, and 12/24 volt systems, alternator and starter diagnosis and repair, schematic reading, proper use of test meters, tractor-trailer wiring systems, circuit operation of gauges, lights, and accessories.

    Corequisites: DM 119  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 119 - Truck Electrical System Lab

    2 Credit Hours
    Hands-on experience using mock-ups and live work, working with and testing heavy duty starting and charging systems, control systems, 12 volt, and 12/24 volt systems, alternator and starter diagnosis and repair, schematic reading, proper use of test meters, tractor-trailer wiring systems, circuit operation of gauges, lights, and accessories.

    Corequisites: DM 118  

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2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 121 - Air Conditioning Lab

    2 Credit Hours
    Hands-on experience in refrigerant recovery, system diagnosis and repair and system charging. Covers cooling, cycle theory and system component diagnosis, adjustment and replacement. Includes proper procedures for charging, recovering and recycling refrigerants.

    Corequisites: DM 120  

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2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 132 - Suspension Theory

    2 Credit Hours
    Covers truck steering systems, including manual and power steering gears, steering linkage and adjustment, alignment and overhaul of system components. Students will also study truck suspension systems, which will include single and multi-leaf springs, torsion bar, and air ride systems.

    Corequisites: DM 133  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 133 - Suspension Lab

    2 Credit Hours
    Hands-on lab covering troubleshooting, testing, adjusting, and overhauling medium and heavy-duty truck steering and suspension systems. Students will test, remove, repair, and/or replace the separate system components. They will also perform complete tire alignment checks and adjustments. All work will be done on actual customer trucks or school training mock-ups.

    Corequisites: DM 132  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 210 - Diesel Theory

    4 Credit Hours
    Covers the theory of diesel truck engine construction and operation, disassembly, component rebuilding, sleeve and piston installation, main and rod bearing installation, engine assembly, timing, priming, adjustments, starting, testing, and engine evaluation.

    Corequisites: DM 211  

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4 Credit Hours
   4 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 220 - Fuel Theory

    2 Credit Hours
    Covers the theory and operation of the various diesel fuel delivery systems used by the major engine companies. Covers the theory and operation of fuel injection pumps and nozzles as well as the tune-up procedures for Caterpillar, Cummins and Detroit Diesel engines.

    Corequisites: DM 221  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 221 - Fuel Lab

    2 Credit Hours
    Hands‑on study of the various diesel fuel delivery systems used by the major engine companies, as well as installing and timing injection pumps, testing and adjusting nozzles and learning and performing the recommended tune-up procedures for Caterpillar, Cummins, and Detroit Diesel engines.

    Corequisites: DM 220  

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2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 230 - Power Train Theory

    2 Credit Hours
    Covers the theory of medium and heavy-duty truck transmissions, differentials, clutches, and drivelines. Students will study system troubleshooting and repair, component removal and installation, overhaul procedures, and adjustments. Also covers gear ratios, component power handling ratings, and proper driveline angles.

    Corequisites: DM 231  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DM 231 - Power Train Lab

    2 Credit Hours
    Hands-on lab covers the removal, overhaul, and installation of medium and heavy-duty power train components. Students will work on single and double disc clutches, single and twin counter shaft transmissions, forward and rear differentials, axles, and drive lines. Work will be done on mock-up and live work according to the manufacturer’s specifications.

    Corequisites: DM 230  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 100 - Motion Graphic Design

    4 Credit Hours
    The principles and elements of motion graphic design are introduced. Students will learn how motion graphic design applies to film titles, network branding, commercials, public service announcements, music videos and more. Concepts for animations will be developed through learning standard client questions, brainstorming and experimentation. Typography and its uses as content and as a design element are discussed. Color theory is also introduced.

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 110 - Digital Media Essentials

    3 Credit Hours
    Drawing skills are emphasized, beginning with objects, shading, the use of perspective and proportions. Skills move on to basic human form and the development of characters. Students will also develop drawing and editing skills on the computer using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. A brief history of animation and the various types of animation using several mediums including traditional and stop motion (clay sculpting) will be reviewed. Storyboarding and storytelling skills are introduced.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 120 - Motion Graphics I

    3 Credit Hours
    Skills for 2D animation combining audio, illustrations and visual effects are introduced. Introduction to Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis using Adobe Flash and After Effects. Students will create short 2D animations. Students will also develop drawing skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

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3 Credit Hours
   3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 130 - 3D Animation I

    3 Credit Hours
    The principles of animation will be introduced. Students will learn about 3D space and the terms and tools used when creating animations. Students will use existing models to learn how to apply the principles of animation and to create walk cycles, with a focus on realistic weight, timing and poses. Basic rendering will be introduced.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 131 - 3D Animation II

    3 Credit Hours


    Students will continue to apply the principles of animation on more complex animations. In addition, proficiency with cameras, framing, and timing will continue to be developed. Rigging techniques will be introduced. Rendering skills will be expanded.

    Prerequisites: DMP 130  
     

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 140 - 3D Modeling I

    3 Credit Hours
    The tools, objects and terminology of modeling for 3D animation are introduced including: points, edges, and polygons. Students will create inanimate objects and apply surfaces, materials and textures. Different modeling techniques will be taught such as box, nurbs, and subdivision modeling.

    Corequisites: DMP 131  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 150 - Media Production I

    3 Credit Hours


    Storyboarding and storytelling techniques and skills will continue to be developed. Students will learn basic cinematography skills, including lighting, camera angles and working with green screens. By working alone and in teams, students will turn storyboards into introductions, network branding, commercials, etc. A focus on traditional drawing skills and computer drawing skills will continue, with an emphasis on object and character creation.

    Prerequisites: DMP 110  
     

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3 Credit Hours
   3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 230 - 3D Animation III

    3 Credit Hours


    Students will create short animations, based on storyboards. We will focus on more in-depth skills with cameras, framing, timing, and lighting, and also continue to focus on rendering skills, while audio skills are introduced with lip-sync, blend shapes and facial expressions.

    Prerequisites: DMP 131  
     

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 240 - 3D Modeling II

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will continue to work with the tools, objects and terminology of modeling for 3D animation. A 3D building and character will be created, based on existing buildings and characters developed in animation. Will focus on a more indepth knowledge of materials and textures and their application. Students will continue to develop their skills in adding bones and rigging characters and objects. Will introduce Mental Ray.

    Prerequisites: DMP 140  
    Corequisites: DMP 230  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 250 - Media Productions II

    3 Credit Hours


    Students will continue to create storyboards to convey the project message, with emphasis placed on storytelling techniques. Students will continue to enhance their cinematography skills, focusing on lighting, camera angles and green screens. By working in teams students will create more advanced introductions, network branding, commercials, and animations.

    Prerequisites: DMP 150  
     

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 260 - Advanced 3D Animation

    4 Credit Hours


    Students will continue to refine their skills in modeling for 3D animation in motion and continue to become more proficient with timing, weight and poses in animation. They will also continue to focus on the development and refinement of modeling 3D characters and objects. Students will refine and apply their knowledge of materials and textures. Adding bone and rigging characters and objects will continue to be a focus.

    Prerequisites: DMP 230 , DMP 240  
     

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • DMP 270 - Digital Media Studio

    6 Credit Hours


    Students will combine skills from all the current and prior animation classes to create animated shorts-both 2D and 3D, visual effects and audio shorts for an animation portfolio.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of First, Second & Third Semester Core classes
     

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6 Credit Hours
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  • DMS 110 - Abdominal Sonography I

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the upper abdominal cavity, peritoneal cavity to include: aorta, IVC, celiac trunk, SMA, gastrointestional, abdominal wall, peritoneum and diaphragm as visualized by ultrasound. Doppler and color Doppler applications will be applied to the anatomy.

    Prerequisites: DMS 100 , DMS 101 , DMS 101 L   
    Corequisites: DMS 110 L  

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  • DMS 130 - Abdominal Sonography III

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the upper abdominal cavity, peritoneal cavity to include: urinary/renal system, adrenal glands, spleen, and retroperitoneum as visualized by ultrasound. Doppler and color Doppler applications will be applied to the anatomy.

    Prerequisites: DMS 120 , DMS 120 L  
    Corequisites: DMS 130 L  

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3 Credit Hours
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  • DMS 200 - OB/Gyn Sonography I

    4 Credit Hours
    This course is an in-depth study of the female pelvis with emphasis on the sonographic appearance of its structure and the numerous pathological processes that may affect it. This course will also include the study of the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and sonographic appearance of the first trimester pregnancy and fetal development.

    Prerequisites: DMS 130 , DMS 130 L  
    Corequisites: DMS 200 L  

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4 Credit Hours
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  • DMS 201 - Asepsis for the Sonographer

    1 Credit Hours


    Students will gain an understanding and practical experience with Sterile Surgical Techniques and procedures associated with ultrasonic guidance for tumor localization and biopsy guidance. This course will cover a range of procedures from “clean” to “full” sterility and their application to the operating room, procedure room, to exam room setting. The student will also gain knowledge of aseptic technique and procedural requirements in caring for patients with a variety of wounds.

    Prerequisites: DMS 200 , DMS 200 L  
     

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1 Credit Hours
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  • DMS 214 - DMS Peripheral Vascular I

    2 Credit Hours
    This course is the study of the fundamental anatomy, physiology, pathology and diagnostic sonography principles and procedures for the cerebrovascular vasculature. Hands-on sonographic laboratory experience provides practical application of knowledge and development  of the fundamental scanning skills required for peripheral vascular technology.

    Prerequisites: DMS 130 , CV 123  
    Corequisites: DMS 214 L  

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2 Credit Hours
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  • DMS 215 - DMS Peripheral Vascular II

    2 Credit Hours
    This course is the study of fundamental anatomy, physiology, pathology and diagnostic sonography principles and procedures for the Extracranial and Peripheral Vasculature.  Hands-on sonographic laboratory experience provides practical application of knowledge and development of the fundamental scanning skills required for peripheral vascular technology.

    Prerequisites: DMS 214  
    Corequisites: DMS 215 L  

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2 Credit Hours
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  • DMS 240 - Abdominal Sonography IV

    4 Credit Hours
    Study of anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the abdominal cavity and superficial structures/small parts to include but not limited to: thyroid, parathyroid, breast, prostrate, scrotum, penis visualized by ultrasound. This course will include study of ultrasound applications in the pediatric patient. Doppler and color Doppler applications will be applied to the anatomy.

    Prerequisites: DMS 200 , DMS 200 L  
    Corequisites: DMS 240 L  

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4 Credit Hours
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  • DMS 250 - Clinical Sonography II

    14 Credit Hours


    A full time clinical internship (40 hours/week) and will be completed at an affiliated local or out-of-town hospital or clinic. Students will broaden and perfect their abdominal/OB/GYN sonography skills. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills as related to exam performance and patient care settings. The student will be required to keep daily and weekly logs of all studies that they are involved in. Time sheets recording hours worked daily will also be kept. Registry review questions will be completed as described in syllabus along with a clinical portfolio, and an abdominal/OB/GYN portfolio.

    Prerequisites: DMS 210 , DMS 210 L , DMS 220 , DMS 220 L , DMS 230 , DMS 240 , DMS 240 L  and Permission of Program Chair
     

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14 Credit Hours
  
  • DMS 255 - Registry Review Week

    2 Credit Hours
    This course is conducted on the Southeast Tech campus during the week of spring graduation. Students will participate in review of program course content, clinical findings and expectations, and registry preparation testing and activities. Students will present current clinical case studies and share clinical experience summaries. Student clinical portfolio review and analysis will also be conducted.

    Corequisites: DMS 250  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • DMS 260 - Clinical Sonography III

    12 Credit Hours


    A continuation of DMS 250, which is a full time clinical internship (40 hours/week) and will be completed at an affiliated local or out-of-town hospital or clinic. Students will broaden and perfect their abdominal/OB/GYN sonography skills. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills as related to exam performance and patient care settings. The student will be required to keep daily and weekly logs of all studies that they are involved in. Time sheets recording hours worked daily will also be kept. Registry review questions will be completed as described in syllabus along with a clinical portfolio, and an abdominal/OB/GYN portfolio.

    Prerequisites: DMS 250  and Permission of Program Chair
     

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12 Credit Hours
  
  • DT 101 - Engineering Drawing

    3 Credit Hours
    A prerequisite core drawing course for all three disciplines of the engineering technology program, this course will involve extensive hands-on experience that applies drafting theories and develops skills. Each topic is developed through a progression of practice exercises that focus on visualization techniques.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • DT 102 - Print Reading for Construction

    2 Credit Hours
    This is an introductory course to print reading for the engineering technology field. This course will cover the use of prints to determine structures and common materials labeled on plans. Basic sketching and lettering will be covered as it relates to the construction industry.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • ECH 101 - Introduction to Early Childhood

    4 Credit Hours
    This course provides information on the history and philosophy of Early Childhood Education, educator roles, environments, observations, and issues. It includes an overview of assessment and trends that influence best practices. Career options within the child care profession are explored.

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4 Credit Hours
 

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