2020-2021 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions



 
   3 Credit Hours
  
  • MECH 271 - System Control and Data Acquisition

    3 Credit Hours
    This will be the CAPSTONE course for Mechatronics Technology.  Students will develop and implement an automated process.  The course will include the principles of project management including proposal, budget and resource management.  The course will also utilize the skills learned through the Mechatronics curriculum including PLC control systems, sequential logic operation and motion control.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 102 - Mac Seminar

    1 Credit Hours
    This course introduces students to the Macintosh-based Graphics-related industry. Includes local and remote Mac desktop, laptop, and server use; differences among OS versions; cross-platform workflow strategies; policies/procedures of GC department. Stresses technical research online as current problem-solving method.

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 115 - Digital Imaging

    3 Credit Hours
    The focus of this course includes the capture, editing, processing, and copyright of a digital image. Students will study the differences and similarities between raster (pixel based) images, and vector (math based) images. Emphasis will be given to Adobe Photoshop as raster image editing tool. We’ll explore the Photoshop workspace, tools, output options, and file formats for print and online viewing.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 117 - Design Fundamentals I

    3 Credit Hours
    Elements, visual relationships, and principles of graphic design are introduced through observation and hands-on projects, with a brief introduction to Adobe Illustrator. Solutions to visual and communication problems are started through researching, planning, and creating rough sketches for comprehensives, images, ads and layouts. Students will keep a resource file to develop a familiarity with the basics of design, a vocabulary of the discipline, and to explore a range of visual style. Skill in handling of tools, materials, and technical terms is emphasized.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 118 - Grids and Layout

    3 Credit Hours
    Adobe CS software is introduced via common media layouts. Emphasis on applied math; focus on estimating, measuring, proportions, percentage scaling, resolution, and units used in the industry (fractional and decimal inches, pixels, points). Clear communication and documentation required. Strategies introduced for efficiency across media, and between Mac OS, iOS and Windows. Skilled keyboarding expected.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 125 - Web Design

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will learn the basic standardized language of HTML and CSS and apply the fundamentals through Adobe Dreamweaver. Content will be tested in multiple web browsers and viewing devices to test compatibility. Projects will begin with research of client needs as well as the needs of a target audience. We’ll explore additional online tools for wire framing, developing color schemes, and design/layout inspiration. Students are also expected to develop and maintain a blog which will serve as a technical journal.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 115  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 127 - Design Fundamentals II

    3 Credit Hours
    Students develop skills to organize ideas and to effectively achieve communication through different projects. Through demonstration exercises, they will utilize software tools and processes to create artwork for print and digital media. Lessons focus on applied typography and design skills, based on industry standards. Students will use letterforms in all assignments to demonstrate an understanding of typography in design. Color theory will be introduced. Students will continue to expand skills in the Adobe Creative Suite software with an emphasis in Illustrator.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 117  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 128 - Layout II

    3 Credit Hours
    Skill development with Adobe CS software, primarily for print media layouts, including style sheets and grids. Emphasis on attention to detail, effective communication, and problem solving. Strategies built for improved teamwork, project management, PDF workflow, and efficiency across media and devices. Skilled keyboarding expected.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 118  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 140 - Digital Photography

    3 Credit Hours
    The focus of this course is to provide students with a solid understanding of digital photography technology and the workflow of a digital studio. In addition to using various digital cameras, accessories, and lighting techniques, students will learn to edit, present, and print photos in a digital lab setting.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 235 - New Media Development

    3 Credit Hours
    Foundations learned in MEDIA 125, will continue as we study emerging trends and technologies for online content development. As standards change, so will the topics of this course. We’ll explore the various methods for organization, design & delivery of responsive online content. Emphasis will be placed on video editing and production tools, content management, advanced CSS, and scripting. Students are expected to maintain a blog which will serve as a technical journal.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 125  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 237 - Design Development

    3 Credit Hours
    Emphasis is placed on creating effective designs based on thoroughly researching clients to best assist them in reaching their target audience. Through demonstration and exercise, students will learn to create designs which bridge the gap between artwork that’s visually appealing and artwork that can be incorporated as an effective marketing/promotional tool. Projects will focus on designing for various venues. Students will continue to expand skills in the Adobe Creative Suite software utilizing Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. (Photoshop is used with focus on image acquisition, color, resolution for print and photo editing.) Self- and peer-critique is required.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 127  

    Corequisites: MEDIA 238  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 238 - Layout III

    3 Credit Hours
    Professional layout and design software used in greater depth. Emphasis on best practices, problem solving and efficiency-over completing many projects. Reworking assignments may be required to improve skills and outcome. Some projects completed in work teams. Greater mastery of project management and attention to detail expected.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 128  

    Corequisites: MEDIA 237  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 239 - Media Writing

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will introduce the student to various types of media writing including: print and broadcast journalism, public relations, advertising in print and online media. Students will build skills in information gathering and research, interviewing, organizing data and information, writing, and revising their writing. Strategies for writing informative, persuasive, and promotional content will be stressed. Students will also critique the relevance, clarity, quality and reliability of current media writing and writing from other students in class. The mechanics of writing and AP style are reviewed.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 101T  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 245 - Multimedia Portfolio

    3 Credit Hours
    Students in this course will design and develop content for an online portfolio that will be presented in the Spring Portfolio Showcase. In addition to applying knowledge from MEDIA 235 , New Media Development, students will continue study of emerging technologies. Time will be given for planning, wire framing and storyboarding projects prior to development. Components of the portfolio will include video, blogging, social media, and responsive web content that can be viewed on multiple devices.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 235  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 247 - Portfolio Design

    3 Credit Hours
    This course provides training the aesthetics, presentation, and required elements for production of a graphic design portfolio campaign. The semester is devoted to creating promotional materials and developing additional design campaigns for portfolios. The focus is on increasing volume and quality of work, while presenting and refining materials produced in previous semesters. Students continue to enhance skills using Adobe Creative Suite software. Self- and peer-critique is required. Media Design faculty and industry professionals critique students’ work. Participation in the Spring Portfolio Show is required.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 237  

    Corequisites: MEDIA 245 MEDIA 248 , and MEDIA 249  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 248 - Layout IV

    3 Credit Hours
    Students prepare for employment in this capstone course. Assignments document skills in various areas. Projects are larger in scope and may span the semester. Independent time, project, and file management are required. There is significant interdependence and workflow across corequisite coursework.

    Prerequisites: MEDIA 238  

    Corequisites: MEDIA 247  

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3 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • MEDIA 288 - Media Design Internship

    3 Credit Hours
    The Media Design internship will be obtained in actual work experience at a place of business involved in relevant work. This would include any one or all of the courses of study in the Media Design program.

    Prerequisites: Department Approval

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MICR 231T - Microbiology w/Lab

    4 Credit Hours
    An introduction to the study of microorganisms with emphasis on those affecting human health. The structure, function, and pathogenicity of representative bacteria, fungi, and viruses are emphasized, as well as techniques for their isolation, culture, destruction, and identification. Lab included.

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 120 - Principles of Marketing

    3 Credit Hours
    To stay on top of the fast-paced changes in the business world, students will investigate marketing’s role in the process of creating, distributing, promoting and pricing goods, services, and ideas. This class is dedicated to customer value (value-driven marketing) and customer relationships (relationship marketing); two crucial aspects in today’s dynamic competitive environment.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 130 - InDesign Essentials

    3 Credit Hours
    Using a leading page layout graphic program, students will learn to use this powerful software to create pamphlets, advertisements, booklets and printed or digital documents. Features include extensive text manipulation, photo and illustration control, art and design capabilities and preparation for output.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 160 - Principles of Selling

    3 Credit Hours
    Emphasizes the importance of establishing good relationships, finding prospect needs and a solution to those needs, and closing the sales interview. Also, students will examine the insights of dealing with customers in order to successfully satisfy the needs of both parties involved in a sale.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 210 - Professional Sales

    3 Credit Hours
    This course utilizes the knowledge learned from Principles of Selling and will focus on the steps of the sales process from prospecting to follow-up after the sale. Students will explore each of the steps in depth and will apply that knowledge to various types of products and services.

    Prerequisites: MKT 160  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 211 - Agricultural Marketing

    3 Credit Hours
    Series of services involved in moving a product from the point of production to the point of consumption. It is a series of inter-connected activities involving: planning production, growing and harvesting, grading, packing, transport, storage, and food processing, distribution and sale.

    Prerequisites: BUS 103 , ECON 245  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 220 - Advertising

    3 Credit Hours
    Advertising has the ability to reach out and touch everything living and working in the world today. At some point in your life, most people will probably become creators of advertising - whether you design a flyer for a college car wash, write a classified ad for your garage sale, or develop a campaign for some business, charitable event, or political cause. In this course, we will explore the role of advertising in the marketplace, the elements of successful advertising, advertising production and tasks accomplished by media professionals. Students will experience different advertising methods to reach target audiences for newspaper, radio, TV, internet, mail, outdoor and special promotional events.

    Prerequisites: MKT 120  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 230 - Consumer Behavior

    3 Credit Hours
    This course will address factors that influence what and why we buy. Understanding consumer behavior provides you with tools that enable you to make sure consumers will feel a need for your product, search for, and find the intended information about your product. Applying an understanding of consumer behavior will allow customers to evaluate your product as the best alternative, buy the product and remain loyal to their product.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 240 - Market Research

    3 Credit Hours
    Designed for students to generate and develop marketing information for use in effective decision making. The roles and methodology of conducting primary and secondary research are emphasized. Students will conduct both quantitative and qualitative research projects.

    Prerequisites: MKT 120  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 270 - Marketing Management

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is designed as a capstone marketing course and is intended to be taken during the student’s last semester. The course will utilize a case study approach to analyzing the marketing aspects of an organization. Students will work in consulting teams and apply marketing concepts to real companies and provide recommendations for those companies.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • MKT 285 - Social Media

    3 Credit Hours
    This course explores the ever-changing world of social media and its impact on the business world. Students will explore emerging social media technologies and study their application in contemporary practice. Through hands-on learning, students will design, implement and measure a digital marketing strategy for a business while participating in social networks, forums, blogs, wikis, micro-blogs and more.

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3 Credit Hours
   3 Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 201 - RN Role

    1 Credit Hours
    RN Role assists the student’s transition into an Associate Degree nursing program with the emphasis on the RN scope of practice.  Students will focus on the RN roles of provider of care, manager of care and member within the discipline of nursing.  Opportunities are available for student to analyze self-behaviors that reflect the values and professional identity of the registered nurse.  

    Prerequisites: MICR 231 , PHGY 210 , CHEM 106 T , CHEM 106 TL , SPCM 101 T , SOC 150 T  or SOC 250 T 

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 211 - Nursing Across the LifeSpan

    3 Credit Hours
    Lifespan concentrates on the health and illness of individuals and families across the lifespan by identifying patient centered care.  In collaboration with their peers, the student will utilize critical thinking skills, as demonstrated by the use of the nursing process, evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to formulate safe and holistic plans of care.  Concepts of health promotion, nutrition and technology, including electronic medical records, are introduced.  Subject areas include those with mental health needs, fluid and electrolyte balance and the childbearing and child-rearing families. 

    Prerequisites: MICR 231 , PHGY 210 , CHEM 106 T , CHEM 106 TL , SPCM 101 T , SOC 150 T  or SOC 250 T  

    Corequisites: NURS 211 LS  

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3 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 212 - Pharmacology for the Registered Nurse

    2 Credit Hours
    Pharmacology introduces and focuses on the knowledge of pharmacologic agents utilized by registered nurses while providing patient centered care.  Evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives are incorporated to maximize safety to the patient populations encountered.  Multidisciplinary teamwork is stressed along with the comparison and utilization of various forms of technology (i.e. electronic medical records) with the primary aim of communication, management, error mitigation and critical decision making.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 220 - Nursing Across the Lifespan II

    6 Credit Hours
    Lifespan II includes and expands on knowledge from prior courses that concentrate on the health and illness for individuals and families across the lifespan.  By collaborating with peers and other members of the healthcare team, and the use of effective critical thinking skills, the students will develop plans of care for patients in a variety of settings. Use of the nursing process, evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives will enable the student to integrate health promotion, nutritional concepts and the use of technology, including electronic medical records, into their individual plans of care.  Subject areas include caring for the client experiencing perioperative care, altered sensory output, respiratory, circulatory, vascular, hematologic, integumentary, immune disorders, cancer, pain, and critically ill episodes.  There is a clinical component to this course.

    Prerequisites: NURS 211 , NURS 211 LS , NURS 212 , NURS 201  

    Corequisites: NURS 220 S  

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6 Credit Hours
   Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 230 - Nursing Across the Lifespan III

    3 Credit Hours
    Lifespan III incorporates knowledge from prior courses and concentrates on the health and illness of the individuals and families across the lifespan by identifying and utilizing patient centered care.  Through collaboration with their peers and the use of advanced critical thinking skills, the students will formulate and deliver holistic plans of care by using the nursing process, evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives in a variety of mental health and medical/surgical settings.  Health promotion, nutrition concepts and the use of technology, including electronic medical records, are integrated.  Subject areas include clients who experience stroke, nutritional disorders, liver and pancreatic disorders, as well as mental health illness.  There is a clinical component to this course.

    Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 220 S  

    Corequisites: NURS 230S  

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3 Credit Hours
   Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 231 - Advanced Medical/Surgical Nursing

    3 Credit Hours
    Advanced Medical/Surgical Nursing builds on knowledge from prior courses that concentrate on the health and illness of individuals and families across the lifespan by utilizing patient centered care.  In collaboration with their peers the student will employ high level critical thinking, as demonstrated through the use of the nursing process, evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to deliver a safe, holistic plan of care. Specific health promotion and nutritional concepts are analyzed relative to the patient population.  Subject areas include patients experiencing neurological, genitourinary, reproductive, endocrine, upper and lower gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal disorders.

    Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 220 S  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 260S - RN Role II/Clinical


    Course content builds upon the information and skills developed in NURS 201 and provides an opportunity for skill refinement and increased self-confidence in the role of Associate Degree Nurse through working with a preceptor. The student applies the nursing process in a realistic work setting. Concepts of accountability and professionalism are integrated from prior learning. Additionally, the student will integrate knowledge and skills necessary for caring for groups of clients, nursing team management, interdisciplinary collaboration, delegation, supervising and teaching nursing personnel.

    Prerequisites: All previous NURS coursework, plus permission of Program Director.

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Credit Hours
  
  • NURS 260 - RN Role II/Practicum

    4 Credit Hours
    The Practicum is the capstone course for the program.  It builds on and combines all knowledge and skills from prior courses concentrating on the health and illness of individuals and families across the lifespan.  Skills development and increased self confidence in the Associate Degree nursing role are emphasized by working in collaboration with a preceptor and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.  The nursing process, evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives are applied within a realistic work setting.  The concepts of accountability, nursing team management, delegation, supervision and teaching, both client and nursing personnel, are integrated throughout the learning experience. Regulatory, legal and ethical issues are explored during the lecture component of the course.  Permission from the Program Director is required for this course.

    Prerequisites: All previous NURS coursework, plus permission of Program Director.

    Corequisites: NURS 260 S   

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 100 - Paramedic Fundamentals

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will cover the general scope of practice of a paramedic and explain the roles and responsibilities required therein. The history of EMS as well as the paramedic’s role in society today, basic life-span development and medical legal aspects of a paramedic’s job are addressed.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 105 - Introduction to Medication Administration

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will introduce the student to the principles and techniques of medication administration, IV therapy, and basic drug calculations. This course will allow the student to integrate a comprehensive knowledge of pharmacology to formulate a treatment plan intended to mitigate emergencies and improve the overall health of the patient.                           

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 110L - Patient Assessment Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    This course will address a regimented and methodical way of assessing the patient in both the medical and trauma scenario to identify problems a patient is facing. Integration of patient monitoring technology through patient assessment and treatment in the field setting is reviewed.

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 115 - Advanced Airway Management

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will introduce to paramedic science student to human airway anatomy. This course will allow the student to integrate a comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology into the assessment to develop and implement a treatment plan with the goal of ensuring a patent airway, adequate mechanical ventilation, and respiration for patients of all ages.

    Prerequisites: HC 118 , HC 118 L  

    Corequisites: HC 118 , HC 118 L   

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 118S - EMS Clinical I

    2 Credit Hours
    The paramedic candidate will apply knowledge gained in previous courses to clinical experiences in the Emergency Room and EMS ride-along shifts. This course will allow the student to focus on completion of clinical skills progressing toward skill proficiency and completion of program minimums.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 119L - Paramedic Lab I

    1 Credit Hours
    This laboratory course covers medication administration, IV therapy, airway management, and drug calculations, and advanced skills associated with Advanced Life Support (ALS). The student will demonstrate competent assessment using clinical simulation and continue to develop advanced airway skills.

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 121 - Medical Emergencies

    4 Credit Hours
    This course introduces the medical side of patient ailments. Topics include medical complaints involving all body systems and their emergencies. Each of the systems will first be reviewed in the normal state then common emergencies will be addressed along with differentials, treatment plans, and pharmacological interventions.

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 128S - EMS Clinical II

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will expand on the student learning in the clinical environment. Completion of clinical skills progressing toward skill proficiency and completion of program minimums. The paramedic candidate will apply knowledge gained in previous courses to clinical experiences in the Emergency Room, Respiratory Care, and EMS ride-along shifts.

    Prerequisites: PARAM 118 S  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 129L - Paramedic Lab II

    1 Credit Hours
    This laboratory course covers medication administration, IV therapy, airway management, and drug calculations. The student will demonstrate competent assessment using clinical simulation for medical complaints. This course integrates comprehensive knowledge of pharmacology to formulate a treatment plan intended to mitigate emergencies and improve the overall health of the patient.

    Prerequisites: PARAM 119 L  

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 130 - Cardiology

    3 Credit Hours
    Cardiac emergencies are some of the most serious and common emergencies in the pre-hospital setting requiring the Paramedic candidate to become an expert in Emergency Cardiology. The student will take an in-depth look at the anatomy of the heart, then master ECGs and use that information to appropriately treat his or her patient. 

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 139L - Paramedic Lab III

    1 Credit Hours
    This laboratory course covers medication administration, IV therapy, airway management, and drug calculations, and advanced skills associated with Advanced Life Support (ALS). The student will master assessment using clinical simulation and continue to reach proficiency on IV therapy and advanced airway skills.

    Prerequisites: PARAM 129 L  

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 200 - Trauma Emergencies

    4 Credit Hours
    This course provides a thorough review of traumatic injuries and their effects on the human body. The student will learn a mastery of fluid resuscitation as well as body kinematics and their relationship to different injury accidents experienced by EMS trauma patients.

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 205 - Special Populations

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will provide an in-depth look at populations with varying needs to include pediatrics, obstetrics, geriatrics, long-term care patients, and special needs. This course will introduce the students to integrating assessment findings, epidemiology, and pathophysiology to formulate a comprehensive treatment/disposition plan for patients with special needs.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 210 - Operations

    2 Credit Hours
    The course focuses on the knowledge, skills and attitudes essential to function as a paramedic with other departments within emergency services. The student will learn the principles of operating an emergency vehicle while focusing on patient, EMS, and public safety techniques.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 238S - EMS Clinical III

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will expand on the student learning in the clinical environment. Completion of clinical skills progressing toward skill proficiency and completion of program minimums. The student will experience clinical learning in the ICU, ER, OB unit, CCU, CVOR, ALS ride- along, and PICU.

    Prerequisites: PARAM 128 S  

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2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 243L - Comprehensive Scenarios Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    This course is a final laboratory assessment of the student’s ability to successfully carry out the skills required of a paramedic. Assessment findings and pathophysiology will be utilized to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment/disposition plan for a patient with a trauma.

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1 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 249L - Paramedic Lab IV

    1 Credit Hours
    This laboratory course covers medication administration, IV therapy, airway management, and drug calculations, and advanced skills associated with Advanced Life Support (ALS). The student will master assessment using clinical simulation and continue to reach proficiency on IV therapy and advanced airway skills.

    Prerequisites: PARAM 139  

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1 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • PARAM 290S - Paramedic Internship

    5 Credit Hours
    The paramedic internship course provides clinical opportunities for students to immerse in clinical experiences relevant to paramedic science. Students will complete a total of 14 clinical shifts to fulfill the paramedic internship requirement.

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5 Credit Hours
  
  • PH 102 - Phlebotomy I

    4 Credit Hours
    Students will understand the basic duties, skills and responsibilities in the role as a phlebotomist.  Students will explore the scope of practice along with legal principles and state and federal regulations of health information including HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA. 

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • PH 102L - Phlebotomy I Lab

    2 Credit Hours
    Students will learn the basic duties and responsibilities of working in a team-based environment.  Students will learn infection control, introduction to basic anatomy including the circulatory system and medical terminology.  They will also be introduced to skills such as blood pressure, pulse, and respirations. 

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PH 119 - Phlebotomy Techniques

    1 Credit Hours
    Students are introduced to laboratory procedures and expectations when completing phlebotomy and laboratory testing procedures.  Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and laboratory procedures.   Students will learn about the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA),  different laboratory departments and personnel, quality assurance, workplace practices and OSHA guidelines in the laboratory.

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • PH 119L - Phlebotomy Techniques Lab

    1 Credit Hours
    Students are introduced to laboratory and workplace safety, use of microscopes and other lab equipment, as well as Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, (CLIA) waived testing.  Entry level skills in quality control, phlebotomy procedures, and urinalysis, chemistry, hematology and microbiology testing are performed in the laboratory setting.

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1 Credit Hours
  
  • PH 121 - Principles and Practices

    2 Credit Hours
    Consists of lecture and laboratory sessions covering phlebotomy equipment and techniques. Emphasis on infection control and safety is covered early in the course to prepare students for practical experience. Students must maintain a “C” average, successfully complete laboratory practical, and receive department approval to be scheduled for clinical practice.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • PH 122S - Clinical Practice

    3 Credit Hours
    This component of the Phlebotomy program consists of a minimum 320 hours of phlebotomy experience at an affiliated institution. An assigned Phlebotomist at each affiliated institution will supervise students. The program coordinator will coordinate clinical scheduling and evaluation.

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3 Credit Hours
   4 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
   3 Credit Hours
  
  • PHRM 113 - Pharmacy Principles and Practices I

    4 Credit Hours
    This course covers the use of computers in pharmacy and their practical applications. Students will be introduced to hospital and retail dispensing techniques as well as basic customer service. Introduces students to the organization and function of the hospital and retail pharmacy. Emphasis is placed upon the duties and responsibilities of the pharmacy technician, and the calculations required to accurately prepare patient medications for distribution.

    Corequisites: PHRM 113L  

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4 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
   3 Credit Hours
  
  • PHRM 122 - Pharmacy Law & Ethics

    2 Credit Hours
    Designed to present material to the Pharmacy Technician on professional ethics and the philosophy, requirements, administration and enforcement of local, state and federal laws related to the practice of the profession of pharmacy.

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2 Credit Hours
   2 Credit Hours
  
  • PHRM 140S - Hospital Pharmacy Clinical & Review

    3 Credit Hours
    Provides the students with hands on experience in an institutional pharmacy setting. Students must be supervised by a licensed pharmacist or qualified designee, and are expected to participate in activities delineated in the Clinical Site Manual, such as dispensing, compounding, inventory handling and control, drug distribution, and/or preparation of intravenous products. The preceptor, student, and instructor complete evaluations at completion of the rotation.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 100 , PHRM 100 PHRM 110 , PHRM 113 , PHRM 113 L , PHRM 121 , PHRM 122 PHRM 124 L  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • PHRM 150S - Retail Pharmacy Clinical & Review

    3 Credit Hours
    Provides the students with hands on experience in a community pharmacy setting. Students must be supervised by a licensed pharmacist or qualified designee, and are expected to participate in activities delineated in the Clinical Site Manual, such as dispensing, inventory handling and control, drug distribution, processing of third-party claims, and communication with patients. The preceptor, student, and instructor complete evaluations at the completion of the rotation.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 100 PHRM 100 PHRM 110 , PHRM 113 , PHRM 113 L , PHRM 121 , PHRM 122 , PHRM 124 L  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • PHYS 100 - Applied Physics

    3 Credit Hours
    A foundation to understanding physical processes in technical applications. A thorough overview of measurement systems, practices, and notations is presented. Energy transformation and transfer processes are developed using a “systems model.” Physical processes are then described using the systems approach in a “micro-to-macro” sequence, including atomic/nuclear, molecular, electrical/magnetic, mechanical, thermal, fluid, wave/radiating, and optional astronomic/cosmic effects. Definitions and descriptions of the mass/energy interactions involved are given for each type of system, leading toward diagnosis and troubleshooting methods in technical applications.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • PLMB 101 - Plumbing Theory and Processes I

    4 Credit Hours
    This is an introductory course of plumbing essentials. This course will cover the basics of the Uniform Plumbing Code for plumbing installation and Safety. In addition, this course will cover basic water sources, pipe systems, equipment, drains and fixtures.

    Corequisites: PLMB 101 L  

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • PLMB 101L - Plumbing Theory and Processes I Lab

    7 Credit Hours
    This is an introductory lab course of plumbing essentials. This course will provide the hands on experience for the basics of the Uniform Plumbing Code for plumbing installation. In addition, this course will cover basic water sources, pipe systems, equipment, drains and fixtures.

    Corequisites: PLMB 101  

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7 Credit Hours
  
  • PLMB 103 - Blueprint Reading for Plumbers

    2 Credit Hours
    This is an introductory course in the study and practice of measuring, drawing, sketching and blueprint reading. The course will cover documents shown as plan view, isometric views and other areas that pertain to the plumbing and mechanical requirements.

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2 Credit Hours
   4 Credit Hours
  
  • PLMB 151L - Plumbing Theory and Processes II Lab

    7 Credit Hours
    This is an advanced lab course of plumbing essentials. This course will provide the hands on experience for the basics of the Uniform Plumbing Code for plumbing installation. In addition, this course will cover basic water sources, pipe systems, equipment, drains and fixtures.

    Corequisites: PLMB 151  

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7 Credit Hours
  
  • PSYC 100 - Psychology at Work

    3 Credit Hours
    Explores how behavioral principles and practices of psychology can be applied in the workplace to help students understand situational as well as individual factors that contribute to workplace behavior. Helps students develop critical thinking skills as well as providing students opportunities for personal reflection in order to prepare them for the realities of the work world. Emphasizes the practical implications of issues such as customer and interpersonal relations, motivation, leadership, learning, development and problem-solving, and stress, attitudes and productivity. The course is designed to help students be successful in today’s world of work. 

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • PSYC 101T - General Psychology

    3 Credit Hours
    Provides the student with an introduction to the basic psychological processes underlying human behavior. Topics include the functions of the brain and nervous system, the characteristics of sensation, perception and altered states of consciousness, learning and memory, the nature of thinking skills and intelligence, theories of motivation, emotion and personality, a survey of psychological disorders and approaches to therapy, social/interpersonal relations, and practical applications.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • PSYC 102 - Applied Social Psychology

    3 Credit Hours
    Social Psychology is the study of the different aspects of the social forces on human behavior, emotion, psychological states, thoughts and attitudes. In this course, students will learn about the influential impacts of group dynamics, obedience, attraction, conformity, persuasion, and driving forces of engagement in prosocial behavior.

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 110 - Basic Electricity

    4 Credit Hours
    Covers the concepts of electricity as they apply to the HVAC/R industry. Electron theory and basic circuit electrical laws dealing with volts, amps, resistance, and power will be covered. Students will learn how to correctly use electrical test instruments and apply these skills to perform actual circuit measurements. Resistive, inductive, and capacitive components and circuits will be introduced. Lab sessions provide hands-on experience necessary to support electrical concepts.

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 111 - Basic Refrigeration

    4 Credit Hours
    Covers general safety, heat transfer, temperature/pressure relationships, and the operation of the basic refrigeration system. Residential air conditioning equipment, tubing and piping operations, and electrical controls will also be covered. Lab activities will allow hands-on experience in the basics of refrigerant recovery, recycling, sealed system servicing, and troubleshooting.

    Corequisites: RA 110  

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 112 - Basic Heating Systems

    3 Credit Hours
    Covers basic theory for the combustion of fossil fuel burning heating systems. The sizing and installation of gas/fuel piping and the venting necessary to install the heating system will also be covered. Lab activities will provide hands on experience on a variety of forced air furnace installations.

    Corequisites: RA 110  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 113 - Sheet Metal Layout and Fabrication

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of the sheet metal field as it pertains to the HVAC industry. In this course, students will identify and understand the proper use of tools used in the trade. Sheet metal fastening techniques and assembly procedures will be included in all lab activities. Students will layout and fabricate sheet metal fittings that are commonly found in the HVAC industry. Lab activities include pattern development, fitting fabrication and assembly based on shop drawings from text books and/or lab activities. (Choice of 1st or 2nd semester)

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 114 - Essential Skills in the Workplace

    2 Credit Hours
    This course covers the essential skills needed for technicians in the workplace including soft skills, ethics, and basic business concepts important for the technician.  Students will learn the basics of customer service and acting as a professional technician in the workplace.  In addition, students will have an understanding of technical business from the standpoint of a technician or as an owner.

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 120 - Heating/Troubleshooting

    5 Credit Hours
    Covers the components and controls of residential conventional, mid efficiency, high efficiency, fuel oil, and electric furnaces, as well as low pressure boilers. Electrical wiring diagrams, specialized test equipment, and efficiency testing will also be included. Emphasis will be placed on proper balancing techniques needed to insure peak efficiency and the maximum life span of heating equipment. Lab activities provide students with balancing and troubleshooting skills.

    Prerequisites: RA 110 , RA 112  

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5 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 121 - Air Conditioning Installation

    2 Credit Hours
    Students will learn how to select and install the proper air conditioning system and controls to economically meet the comfort needs of the consumer. Lab activities allow the students hands-on experience in the selection and installation of residential split system air conditioning.

    Prerequisites: RA 110 , RA 111 , RA 112  

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2 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 122 - Air Conditioning/Troubleshooting

    3 Credit Hours
    Deals with the updates in technology found in A/C systems today with emphasis on refrigerants and the latest environmentally friendly technologies used in the industry today. A/C systems will be integral part of this course. Lab activities will include system startup, cleanup, and troubleshooting commonly found in the field.

    Prerequisites: RA 110 , RA 111  

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3 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 210 - Service and Repair Procedures

    4 Credit Hours
    Service and repair procedures involve students in a study of unit components, start up, testing, and adjustment procedures of commercial refrigeration. Lab activities include operational testing, component adjustment, tear-down, and basic repair procedures.

    Prerequisites: RA 122  

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4 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 211 - Design and Installation

    4 Credit Hours
    A study of design and installation of the mechanical and electrical systems for commercial refrigeration. Equipment calculations and specification sheets will be used for load estimating and balancing. Lab activities will include the installation of piping and electrical components for medium and low temperature equipment.

    Prerequisites: RA 122  

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4 Credit Hours
   4 Credit Hours
  
  • RA 220 - Reclaim and Outdoor Equipment

    2 Credit Hours
    This course will include a study of the methods used for heat reclaim. Students will study piping and wiring of heat reclaim and outdoor systems. Operational testing and troubleshooting will be performed on heat reclaim and outdoor equipment.

    Prerequisites: RA 210 , RA 211  

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2 Credit Hours
 

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