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* CPR - CPR Certification
Incoming Students are required to show current proof of certification in Basic Life Support (CPR) for Health Care Providers through the American Heart Association.
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 AB 223 - Auto Refinish Lab II 5 Credit Hours
Provides a hands-on study of the practical application of skills learned in related theory. Emphasis is placed on refinishing materials handling safety, color matching, and blending. The lab also provides a hands-on study of the practical application of skills learned in related theory. Emphasis here is placed on job costing of refinishing operations, ordering materials, shop organization and control, and identifying and correcting paint defects and potential problems.
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ACCT 210 - Principles of Accounting I 4 Credit Hours
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of accounting. It teaches basic principles of accounting application to service and merchandising businesses in a sole proprietorship environment. This course emphasizes the qualities of a properly designed accounting system including the principles of internal control, subsidiary ledgers, preparation of financial statements, and review of basic payroll concepts. This course also highlights the use of the Excel program throughout the course.
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ACCT 211 - Principles of Accounting II 4 Credit Hours
As a continuation of Principles of Accounting I, this course will examine partnerships, and corporations, as well as the statement of cash flows and financial analysis and ratios. It also surveys managerial accounting concepts - including budgeting, job-order cost systems, cost-volume-profit relationships, and performance evaluation measures.
Prerequisites: ACCT 210 (“C” or higher required)
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ACCT 212 - Intermediate Accounting I 4 Credit Hours
Includes a comprehensive study of accounting theory and concepts relating to the income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows, revenue recognition, cash, current receivables, current liabilities, and inventories.
Prerequisites: ACCT 211
Course Offered: In-Class: Fall only, Online: Fall only
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ACCT 213 - Intermediate Accounting II 4 Credit Hours
A continuation of ACCT 212 (Intermediate Accounting I). It will include a comprehensive study of accounting concepts relating to acquisition, depreciation and disposition of plant assets and intangibles; investments in equity securities; accounting for debt securities; leases; stockholder’s equity; accounting changes and errors; accounting for income taxes; and earnings per share.
Prerequisites: ACCT 212
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ACCT 214 - Cost Accounting 4 Credit Hours
This course is designed to give the student a strong background in managerial and cost accounting concepts, procedures, and reporting. The major topics of this course will be cost concepts and behavior, cost system design, job costing, process costing, cost volume-profit analysis, incremental analysis for decision making, budgetary planning and control, allocating costs to departments, activity-based costing, allocating joint costs and interpreting the statement of cash flows.
Prerequisites: ACCT 211
Additional Information: The online option for this course is only offered in the summer. Please see Program Advisor for more information.
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ACCT 216 - Payroll & Quickbooks 4 Credit Hours
This course will cover the fundamentals of payroll and commonly used industry software, QuickBooks. Students will set up companies, work with payable/receivable, and use the general ledger. The payroll focus will be personnel records, payroll calculations, and accounting for all payroll taxes. Students will generate reports and utilize forms.
Prerequisites: ACCT 210
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ACCT 218 - Income Tax I 4 Credit Hours
A comprehensive explanation of the Federal tax system and training in the application of the tax principles to specific problems. Computerized software is used in preparing tax returns for a variety of tax concepts. The main focus of the course is individual taxes.
Prerequisites: ACCT 210
Course Offered: The online option for this course is only offered in the summer. Please see Program Advisor for more information.
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ACCT 260 - Accounting Spreadsheet Applications 4 Credit Hours
This technical accounting course requires students to apply advanced spreadsheet technologies to compute financial and managerial records for industry scenarios. Employment in the accounting industry requires knowledge and daily proficient use of spreadsheet applications. While dynamic accounting software packages vary in today’s market, integrated spreadsheet technology is an industry standard and a vital technical skill for today’s accounting professionals.
Prerequisites: ACCT 211 , CSC 105
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ACCT 265 - Introduction of Business Analytics 4 Credit Hours
Students will learn theory and application of business analytics in accounting. Intended to develop basic analytical skills, using MS Excel to collect, organize, analyze, and report data to assist in decision making. Students will strengthen their descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytic skills. Real-world examples and visuals to illustrate data and evaluate results for each topic. Course lays foundation for modeling, research, and probability.
Prerequisites: ACCT 211
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ACT 120 - Materials & Methods of Construction 3 Credit Hours
Building construction methods will be taught along with types of construction materials. Terminology, standard sizes, shapes, usage and building codes will be addressed as they apply to residential construction projects.
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ACT 121 - Architectural Drawing I 3 Credit Hours
Involves the task of drawing a complete set of working drawings for a private residence. The drawings will be generated on the computer and will consist of site, floor, framing, and foundation plans, as well as wall and building sections, elevations, and presentation drawings.
Prerequisites: CAD 120
Corequisites: CAD 211
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ACT 210 - Commercial Construction Techniques 3 Credit Hours
Covers the overall process of commercial construction techniques and technology. A thorough understanding of construction documents will be incorporated into this course. Steel, concrete, laminated timber, masonry and precast concrete construction techniques will be studied. Field trips to various manufacturing plants and construction sites in and around the Sioux Falls area will be conducted upon availability.
Prerequisites: ACT 120
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ACT 211 - Mechanical/Electrical Systems 3 Credit Hours
Introduces students to the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems of a building. This course not only will focus on the Mechanical and Electrical systems of a structure but will cover Plumbing, fire protection and illumination. Students will be required to use their previously learned math skills to solve energy problems, determine heat loss calculations and size plumbing systems. After completion of this course the student will be able to comfortably work in a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering office as an Architectural Engineering Technician.
Prerequisites: Architectural Engineering Program: ACT 212
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ACT 212 - Architectural Drawing II 3 Credit Hours
This drawing lab will introduce students to the development of construction documents, commercial floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and structural plans will be developed for a commercial structure. Students will have the opportunity to design and draw a small commercial building consisting of a steel frame, masonry, precast concrete, and laminated timber construction.
Prerequisites: ACT 121
Corequisites: CAD 221
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ACT 220 - Construction Estimating 3 Credit Hours
A study of the process of estimating in the construction industry; methods of estimating will be described and practiced with the use of working drawings, specifications, and construction cost manuals. Students will utilize an estimating format to develop quantity takeoffs for determining construction costs. Students will develop skills and techniques using Microsoft Excel throughout the semester.
Prerequisites: CSC 105 , MATH 114 or MATH 116 , CET 102 or ACT 120
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ADM 230 - Auxiliary Drive Theory 3 Credit Hours
This class will cover the theory of operation, identification of ISO symbols, reading of schematics and diagnosis of system problems. The course will discuss industry standard auxiliary drive systems and many of the abnormalities in various agricultural and construction equipment, beyond the realm of standard drivetrain components.
Corequisites: ADM 231
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ADM 234 - Electro-Hydraulics 3 Credit Hours
This course will cover the concept of electrical and fluid power working together to operate, control, monitor and adjust systems and sub-systems used in various agricultural and construction equipment. Advanced fluid power and electrical control concepts are introduced along with diagnosis and trouble-shooting using high-technology tools.
Prerequisites: DM 116 , DM 224
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ADM 235 - Electro-Hydraulics Lab 3 Credit Hours
Students gain hands-on experience using electrical and fluid power working together to operate, control, monitor and adjust systems and sub-systems used in various agricultural and construction equipment. Advanced fluid power and electrical control concepts are introduced along with diagnostics and trouble-shooting using industry standardized tools.
Prerequisites: DM 117 , DM 225
Corequisites: ADM 234
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 AGBUS 150 - Introduction to Crop Science 3 Credit Hours
This an introductory course in agronomy with a goal to provide the general principles underlying crop production. This course examines the dynamics and functions of crop systems, influence of the environment on crop production, plant morphology and metabolism, crop growth and development. Focus will be on the growth stages of crops grown in the Midwest and different techniques for growing them.
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AGBUS 170 - Animal Science 3 Credit Hours
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of animal agriculture and companion animal management. Biological and scientific aspects of development, inheritance, and feeding will be introduced in addition to an overview of the animal industry and its products.
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AGBUS 230 - Agriculture Marketing 3 Credit Hours
Agricultural marketing deals with the services involved in the movement of agricultural products from the farm to the consumer. It is concerned with the planning, organizing, directing and handling of agricultural products to satisfy the farmer, producer and consumer. Agricultural marketing consists of various activities and services such as production planning, growing, harvesting, grading and packing as well as transporting, storage, food-processing and distribution of the products. It also includes the advertising and sale of agricultural produce. It provides market information to help direct these services.
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AGBUS 240 - Agriculture Lending 3 Credit Hours
The Agricultural Lending course has been designed to provide students with a basic overview of the agricultural lending function. Updated to reflect the current challenges facing agricultural lenders, this course will help students have a fundamental understanding of the role of agriculture and agricultural lending in the financial services industry.
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AGBUS 250 - Principles of Farm and Ranch Management 3 Credit Hours
Principles of Farm and Ranch Management emphasizes utilization of land, labor, capital and management in the organization and operation of a farm. Includes the organization of a farm and the decision-making processes involved in establishing a farm business. Analyzing, budgeting, and using principles of economics are considered in the decision making process.
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AT 098 - Basic Electronics 1 Credit Hours
This course covers Basic electronics terminology and operation of electricity. Circuit construction and basic components are covered. Use of a digital multi-meter is stressed.
Additional Information: Note: Spring start students may use AT 098 Basic Electronics as an alternate prerequisite. AT 098 is not part of the degree plan, and does not replace AT210. AT210 would still be required the following semester as part of the degree plan.
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AT 230 - Engine Performance Theory 4 Credit Hours
The theory of operation of computerized and non-computerized general engine performance, fuel and exhaust systems, emissions control systems, and engine related service are studied.
Prerequisites: AT 210
Corequisites: AT 231
Additional Information: Note: Spring start students may use AT 098 Basic Electronics as an alternate prerequisite. AT210 would still be required the following semester as part of the degree plan. AT 098 is not part of the degree plan, and does not replace AT210.
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AT 280 - Light Duty Diesel Engines 2 Credit Hours
This course covers emission systems operation and diagnosis on light duty diesel systems. Light duty diesel systems are diesel systems which are found in automobiles and trucks one ton and below. Students taking this course are expected to already have a basic knowledge of engine operation and repair and diesel fuel systems.
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AT 285 - Light Duty Diesel Fuel Systems 2 Credit Hours
This course covers light duty diesel fuel systems operation and diagnosis. The focus is on systems and components which are unique or integral to light duty diesel fuel systems. Light duty diesel systems are diesel systems which are found in automobiles and trucks one ton and below. Students taking this course are expected to already have a basic knowledge of engine operation and repair.
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AT 290 - Light Duty Diesel Emission Systems 2 Credit Hours
This course covers light duty diesel engine operation and repair. Light duty diesel systems are diesel systems which are found in automobiles and trucks up to one ton size. The focus of this course is on components, procedures, or designs which differ from gasoline or heady duty systems. Students take this course are expected to already have a basic knowledge of engine operation and repair.
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BHT 100 - Introduction to Behavioral and Mental Health Support 3 Credit Hours
This course will introduce mental and behavioral health concepts while exploring career and education pathways for Behavioral and Mental Health Technicians. Students will analyze programs and services offered throughout the system of care, including mental health and counseling, chemical dependency, aging, corrections, child welfare, and developmental disability services. Students will gain knowledge in role definition, industry requirements, boundaries, and ethics of professional relationships while learning about patient populations, practice settings, and family and community supports. Students will develop self-awareness, analyze the helping relationship, and develop patient-centered communication skills.
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BHT 110 - Human Development and Behavior across the Lifespan 3 Credit Hours
This course covers lifespan development through the biological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual perspectives of individual development. The course is designed to provide a theoretical and practical understanding of individual growth and change across the lifespan and throughout variable social contexts, and provides content on expected developmental milestones, attachment theory, brain research, genetics, and the influence of environment. The factors that influence and shape behavior and personality throughout the life cycle are analyzed, and potential stressors and adjustments within each life stage are considered.
Prerequisites: BHT 100
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BHT 120 - Therapeutic Theory, Communication and Skills 3 Credit Hours
This course serves as an introduction to therapeutic theory and communication for behavioral health professionals. Students will develop oral and written communication necessary to succeed in a variety of practice settings and will develop competency in forming therapeutic relationships. Counseling techniques such as rapport building, nonjudgmental listening, reflection, feedback, goal setting, and basic solution skills will be explored. Verbal and nonverbal communication will be considered. Educational topics will include transference, countertransference, empathy, acceptance, genuineness, and respect. Various counseling theories will be reviewed and applied to interpersonal, small group, public, and organizational contexts.
Prerequisites: SSS 100 , PSYC 101 , ENGL 101 or CMST 101 or ENGL 100 , HC 117 , MATH 100 or MATH 101 or MATH 103 or MATH 114 , BHT 110
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BHT 130 - Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy Principles 3 Credit Hours
Students will develop a solid foundation of knowledge and skills for evidence-based cognitive and behavioral approaches to treatment in order to positively improve patient outcomes. Students will learn to differentiate cognition, emotion, and behavior while exploring different types of cognitive therapeutic approaches. Course content will explore ancillary concepts such as mindfulness-based strategies, exposure, acceptance, and motivational interviewing in order to comprehensively support behavioral health patients.
Prerequisites: SSS 100 , PSYC 101 , ENGL 101 or CMST 101 or ENGL 100 , HC 117 , MATH 100 or MATH 101 or MATH 103 or MATH 114 , BHT 110
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BHT 140 - Group Dynamics and Techniques 2 Credit Hours
This course explores effective leadership, communication, and relationship-building techniques for group counseling. Students will be equipped with knowledge, skills, and competencies for entry level practice with individuals, families, and groups. Course content will examine the stages of group development, the role of the facilitator, and recognition of group dynamics and cohesion. Evidence-based theories and practice models will be explored.
Prerequisites: SSS 100 , PSYC 101 , ENGL 101 or CMST 101 or ENGL 100 , HC 117 , MATH 100 or MATH 101 or MATH 103 or MATH 114 , BHT 110
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BHT 150 - Professional Wellness and Resiliency 2 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the promotion of well-being, self-care, and resilience through understanding the ways in which stress can impact the mind, body, and spirit. This course will explore the positive aspects of working in helping professions, such as personal fulfillment and building relationships, while also considering the challenges such as job-related stress, compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, secondary traumatic stress, and burnout. Strategies for effective stress management, resiliency building, social support, and personal and occupational health promotion will be covered. Learning about professional well-being and resilience will psychologically prepare students to engage in victim advocacy and patient support.
Prerequisites: BHT 120 , BHT 130 , BHT 140 , HC 110
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BHT 160 - Crisis Intervention and Stress Management 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills for navigating crisis situations and cultivating stress management approaches to promote long-term safety and well-being. Students will obtain foundational knowledge on initial crisis intervention, verbal de-escalation and assessment, crisis negotiation, resolution and/or referral, with emphasis on safety. Students will explore physiological processes regarding the short and long-term approaches to stress and will develop self-care strategies to mitigate physical or psychological consequences and burnout.
Prerequisites: BHT 120 , BHT 130 , BHT 140 , HC 110
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BHT 170S - Clinical Experience I 2 Credit Hours
This course is the first in a series of clinical experiences throughout the Behavioral Health Technician program. Knowledge, skills, and abilities will be acquired by gaining clinical experience under the direct supervision of a clinical instructor and professionals working in a clinical setting. Students will work within interprofessional teams serving patients and clients with behavioral health needs while learning the fundamentals of screening, interviewing, assessment, rapport-building, documentation, engagement in treatment strategies, crisis intervention and transitions of care, case management, and professional collaboration. Students will apply the practical knowledge gained throughout coursework into real world, monitored experiences.
Prerequisites: BHT 120 , BHT 130 , BHT 140 , HC 110 , CNA Certification, CPR Certification
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BHT 200 - Trauma-Informed Care and Suicide Prevention 3 Credit Hours
This course provides students with an introduction to the field of trauma and caring for those with histories of traumatic experiences and suicidal ideation. This course will offer essential knowledge and practical skills for behavioral health professionals working in diverse professional settings. Information in this course will focus on fostering safe and supportive, patient-centered environments. Suicide prevention and intervention strategies will be explored to build competence in students to recognize the signs and symptoms of suicidal ideation and the confidence to intervene in a trauma-informed, sensitive, and direct manner.
Prerequisites: BHT 120 , BHT 130 , BHT 140 , HC 110
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BHT 210 - Substance Use and Addiction 3 Credit Hours
This course will examine the biological, psychological, social and cultural factors that contribute to substance use disorders and addiction. The content will cover best practices in prevention, assessment, counseling and treatment of addictions throughout the lifespan. An emphasis will focus on alcohol use disorder, co-occurring disorders, integrated treatment, and current models of addiction. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks, case studies, and practical applications, students will develop a well-rounded perspective, fostering critical thinking and empathy when working with individuals with substance use disorders.
Prerequisites: BHT 120 , BHT 130 , BHT 140 , HC 110
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BHT 220 - Child, Adolescent, and Family Systems 3 Credit Hours
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected influences involved in shaping the development of children and adolescents within the context of family systems. Students will receive research-informed and practical education on theoretical frameworks related to child and adolescent development and parent-child attachment mechanisms. Students will explore the influences of genetics, environment, family dynamics, and external factors on individual and family well-being. Common child, adolescent, and family issues related to mental health, disabilities, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and/or addictions will be reviewed.
Prerequisites: BHT 150 , BHT 160 , BHT 170S , BHT 200
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BHT 230 - Behavioral Health in Adult and Aging Populations 2 Credit Hours
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the unique challenges, behavioral health needs, available interventions, and support systems available for adult and aging populations. This course will provide a holistic understanding of the factors influencing mental health across the early adulthood, middle adulthood, and older adulthood populations, considering biological, psychological, social and cultural influences. Students will explore psychosocial risk and protective factors, mental health conditions, and possible interventions for diverse adult and aging populations. End-of-life topics, including grief, loss, bereavement, palliative care, and hospice care will be explored.
Prerequisites: BHT 150 , BHT 160 , BHT 170S , BHT 200
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BHT 240 - Behavioral Health in Diverse Social and Cultural Populations 3 Credit Hours
This course will introduce special considerations of bias, health equity, and cultural competence when serving behavioral health patients of diverse social and cultural populations and groups. Students will explore the unique mental and behavioral health needs for a variety of diverse groups and populations, including veterans, American Indians Alaska Natives (AI/AN), individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, young adults and college students, farmers, individuals with adverse childhood experiences, people experiencing homelessness, people in correctional facilities, individuals with chronic illnesses, refugees and asylum seekers, survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking victims, individuals with substance use disorders, and people experiencing socioeconomic disparities. Concepts contributing to disparities in mental health such as discrimination, bullying, poverty, historical trauma, post-traumatic stress, hopelessness, and loneliness will be explored.
Prerequisites: BHT 150 , BHT 160 , BHT 170S , BHT 200
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BHT 250 - Ethical and Legal Considerations in Behavioral Health 2 Credit Hours
This course examines historical and present ethical and legal considerations in the fields of mental and behavioral health. Content in this course will include concepts related to standards of care, patient privacy and confidentiality, ethical decision-making, role definition and scope, personal and professional boundaries, limitations of providers, use of technology in treatment, mandated reporting, implications of policy and regulation, and common legal matters faced by individuals with mental health concerns. Students will examine a variety of personal, social, and professional ethical issues and problems and practice methods for arriving at solutions and ethical decisions. This course will emphasize the use of critical thinking, reasoning, and ethical decision-making in patient care.
Prerequisites: BHT 220 , BHT 230 , BHT 240
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BHT 260 - Case Management, Assessment, and Clinical Documentation 3 Credit Hours
This course provides information on the theory and practice of case management through a interprofessional perspective. Students will practice skills related to development of care plans, clinical documentation, record keeping, intake and assessment procedures, interviewing techniques, and identifying and making referrals. Students will gain perspective on the value of strengths-based, patient-centered care while incorporating an interdisciplinary shared approach to decision-making.
Prerequisites: BHT 220 , BHT 230 , BHT 240
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BHT 270S - Clinical Experience II 2 Credit Hours
This course is the second clinical experience in the Behavioral Health Technician program. Knowledge, skills, and abilities will be acquired by gaining hands-on clinical experience under the direct supervision of a clinical instructor and professionals working in a clinical setting. Students will work within interdisciplinary teams serving patients and clients with behavioral health needs while learning the fundamentals of screening, interviewing, assessment, rapport-building, documentation, engagement in treatment strategies, crisis intervention, transitions of care, case management, and professional collaboration. Students will apply the practical knowledge gained throughout coursework into real world, monitored experiences.
Prerequisites: BHT 220 , BHT 230 , BHT 240
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BHT 280S - Seminar 4 Credit Hours
This course is a milestone learning experience in the behavioral health technician program. Students will be placed in an internship for practical experience while engaging in integrative classroom learning. Course work will focus on peer-to-peer learning and support, idea sharing, information gathering, problem-solving, group participation, self-evaluation, and self-determination. Seminar courses will assist in integration of classroom work and agency placement.
Prerequisites: BHT 220 , BHT 230 , BHT 240
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BIOL 101 - Biology Survey I 4 Credit Hours
Introductory Biology is a first year, one semester Biology course. This course will cover energy and matter as it applies to living systems; genetics and the applications/consequences of biotechnology; how form, organization, and interactions lend to maintaining health and sustainability of living systems. A hands-on inquiry-based investigation and discussion approach will be used to relate biological concepts to individuals’ courses of study.
Corequisites: BIOL 101 L
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BUS 101 - Foundations of Business 3 Credit Hours
Student will receive an overview of many different elements in the business world. The overview will include the business environment, business ethics, types of ownership structures, management techniques, marketing principles, technological implications, monetary basics and investments.
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BUS 107 - Office Procedures 3 Credit Hours
Students will learn the necessary office skills needed in the every day operation of an office, whether the office setting is face to face or virtually remote. Skills in filing (including e-filing), record keeping, professional image, telephone usage, time management, and basic bookkeeping with software will be learned. Time will also be spent learning how to prepare an agenda, facilitate a virtual meeting, and produce meeting minutes.
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BUS 130 - Business Communications 3 Credit Hours
The students will learn to communicate effectively in North American culture by preparing professional documents and learning to use the channels of communication best suitable for their audiences. Correct English, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading will also be emphasized. Students will become aware of message types and appropriate business tones. Professionalism in the workplace will be stressed throughout the course.
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BUS 155 - Business Statistics 3 Credit Hours
The course is an introduction to basic probability and statistical methods that are used in a wide variety of disciplines. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, the average, the standard deviation, the normal curve, correlation. In addition, inferential statistics, which draw conclusions from data that are subject to random variation (e.g., observational errors, sampling variation).
Prerequisites: MATH 100 , CSC 105
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BUS 180 - Capstone in Business Studies 3 Credit Hours
The main goal of this course is to ensure students are prepared for the workplace demonstrating the following four learning outcomes: Communication, Technical, Problem Solving, Professionalism. Students will create an online brand and professional resume. Students will learn skills to improve their emotional intelligence and soft skills and will recognize their potential impact on their personal and professional lives. The importance of participating in civic duty will also be practiced. As this is a Capstone course, it is highly recommended to complete this course in your final semester.
Prerequisites: Must have completed 30 earned credits.
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BUS 200 - Principles of Banking 3 Credit Hours
Students will learn about the history of banking and its current organizational structure. They will understand the relationship between deposit and credit functions and explore both traditional and nontraditional bank products. Bank security, regulation and the role of the Federal Reserve are discussed, as well as bank marketing techniques and future trends. Both consumers and banking professionals will enjoy this course offering.
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BUS 209 - Life & Health Insurance 3 Credit Hours
Life & Health Insurance is a basic study of the many kinds of insurance available and the analysis of insurance coverage needs of an individual. While the principle of insurance is simple, its application is complex, involving many skills. The major areas we will cover are the types of term and permanent insurance policies, annuities, policy provisions and riders, and different types of health insurance plans.
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BUS 210 - Supervisory Management 3 Credit Hours
Students will learn about the changing role of supervisors in today’s business world. Trends such as downsizing, cost cutting, quality enhancement, employee empowerment, and increased diversity have complicated the supervisor’s role. Students will learn decision making and problem solving processes and explore methods to achieve maximum productivity while maintaining a positive work environment.
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BUS 217 - Customer Service 3 Credit Hours
Providing excellent customer service remains one of the most important ways for any business to differentiate itself from competitors. In this course, students will improve their service skills through a multi-faceted approach: by learning how to handle difficult customers, by improving communication skills, by appreciating diversity and by building loyalty.
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BUS 218 - Project Management 3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on how projects contribute to the strategic goals of the organization. It covers the concepts and skills that are used by managers to propose, plan, secure resources, budget, and lead project teams to successful completion of their projects. Project management software tools will be an integral part of the course.
Prerequisites: CSC 105
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BUS 219 - Consumer Lending 3 Credit Hours
The purpose of Consumer Lending course is to provide students the fundamental skills needed to be an effective consumer lender. Some of the concepts include learning the types of primary consumer loans, generating new loan applications, applying the 5 C’s of credit in making loan decisions, structuring different types of loans, and loan recovery. Students will also learn how the banking industry is effectively managing its consumer credit business by responding to changing consumer needs including purchasing behaviors and changes in the regulatory environment.
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BUS 220 - Personal Finance 3 Credit Hours
Designed to provide students with the tools to become financially self sufficient. Budgeting, cash management, risk management, investments, retirement, and estate planning will be covered to help students gain a better understanding of what to do with their current and/or future income.
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BUS 230 - Small Business Entrepreneurship 3 Credit Hours
Designed to help students gain knowledge to start a small business. The instructor will help students explore the tools needed to begin a small business. The focus is on the development of a business plan, which will be the end result of the course.
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3 Credit Hours |
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BUS 232 - Real Estate Pre-Licensing 6 Credit Hours
In this course, Real Estate is viewed from four perspectives: the business perspective, the legal perspective, the economic perspective and the financial perspective. These perspectives are the predominant points of view that real estate professionals take when analyzing and implementing decisions. Real Estate is built on several basic disciplines such as management, law, economics, and finance. Thus, a multi-perspective approach to the study of real estate is consistent with the way that professionals in various fields learn and apply knowledge. This course is certified by the State of South Dakota as “Principles & Practices of Real Estate”, which satisfies the prerequisite to taking the South Dakota State Real Estate License Exam.
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BUS 235 - Principles of Investments 3 Credit Hours
Principles of Investments will establish the groundwork essential to the development of investment strategies and the management of financial resources. A very technical and fast-paced industry will be translated to layman’s terms so that anyone taking this course can feel comfortable in going to a brokerage firm to do trading of their own as well as being prepared to make a career in the brokerage business.
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3 Credit Hours |
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