For each course listed below (as applicable), an X identifies each of the General Education Student Learning Outcomes (GEN ED) that are being addressed.
For each GEN ED, more specific learning objectives exist that further delineate the five comprehensive learning objectives.
- See General Education Outcomes and Rubrics

ACCOUNTING

Course	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4
ACG2001: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING I ACG2001 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING I This is an introduction to accounting principles and procedures. The course covers financial statements, components of the accounting cycle and generally accepted accounting principles as defined by the Financial Accounting Standards Board. (TR)	X	X	X
ACG2011: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING II ACG2011 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING II A continuation of Financial Accounting I, this course covers FASB concepts and pronouncements as they pertain to partnerships, corporations, security transactions, and Statement of Cash Flow. The preparation, interpretation, and analysis of financial statements are emphasized. Prerequisite: ACG 2001. (TR)	X	X	X
ACG2021: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING ACG2021 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING This course is an accelerated alternative of ACG 2001 and ACG 2011. It is an introduction to financial accounting principles and procedures. The preparation, analysis and interpretation of financial statements are emphasized. (TR)	X	X	X
ACG2071: MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING ACG2071 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING A study of managerial accounting concepts and principles, job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost behavior and cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting, variance analysis, differential analysis, and capital investment analysis. Prerequisite: ACG 2001 or ACG 2021 w/a grade of C or higher. (TR)	X	X	X
ACG2170: FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS ACG2170 FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS A study of how to analyze financial statements to determine the financial condition of a business enterprise. Loan and investment decision will be analyzed. Prerequisite: ACG 2001 or ACG 2021. (TR)	X		X
ACG2450C: ACCOUNTING FOR THE MICROCOMPUTER ACG2450C ACCOUNTING FOR THE MICROCOMPUTER An introduction to four major integrated accounting systems commonly found in computerized accounting departments. These systems: general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll are presented in such a way as to require no prior knowledge of computers or computerized accounting. Prerequisite: ACG 2001 or ACG 2021. Lab Fee. (OA)	X		X
ACO2807: PAYROLL ACCOUNTING ACO2807 PAYROLL ACCOUNTING This course studies the payroll accounting process covering the computation of gross wages, payroll deductions, employee and employer tax liability, state and federal filing requirements and applicable labor laws. Prerequisite: ACG 2001 or ACG 2021. (OA)			X
TAX2000: PERSONAL INCOME TAX TAX2000 PERSONAL INCOME TAX A study of tax laws and procedures for individuals including self-employment returns for sole proprietorships, utilizing the Internal Revenue Code Regulations. (OA)	X	X	X

AGRICULTURE

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3
AEB2102: PRINCIPLES OF AGRI-BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AEB2102 PRINCIPLES OF AGRI-BUSINESS MANAGEMENT This course provides an introduction to the principles of economics as applied to agribusiness management. It also provides training in developing job skills, career planning, budgeting, recordkeeping and determining insurance needs. Offered on the Highlands Campus spring term. (TR)	X	X	X
AGR2915: INTERNSHIP IN AGRICULTURE (TR) AGR2915 INTERNSHIP IN AGRICULTURE (TR)	X	X	X
AGR2949: CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGNMENT IN AGRICULTURE SCIENCES (OA) AGR2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGNMENT IN AGRICULTURE SCIENCES (OA)
AOM1310: AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AOM1310 AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT Emphasizes the machinery and equipment utilized in Florida agri-business including safety, purchase, operation, maintenance, and repair. Offered fall term. Online. (TR)
FNR1060: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLICY FNR1060 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLICY This course will introduce basic concepts of environmental science and cover policies and regulations on current issues. The course will also review population demographics, ecosystems, wetlands, and various environmental hazards. Offered spring term. (TR)
FRC1211: CITRUS CULTURE FRC1211 CITRUS CULTURE This course is an introduction to the Citrus Industry. It includes a study of taxonomy and botany, history, distribution, varieties and rootstocks, propagation, and citrus growth and development. Offered spring term and second summer flex session. (TR)	X	X	X
FRC1220: CITRUS PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT FRC1220 CITRUS PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT This course is an in-depth study of the elements of citrus production. It includes: climate and weather, site selection and design, cold protection, nutrition, irrigation, pests and their control, and marketing of citrus products. Prerequisite: FRC 1211. Offered fall term. (TR)	X	X	X
HOS1010: INTRODUCTION TO PLANT SCIENCE HOS1010 INTRODUCTION TO PLANT SCIENCE A basic study of plant science fundamentals and their relationship to agriculture crop production. Topics include plant growth and development, structure, classification, origin, propagation, influence of climate, reproduction, photosynthesis, respiration, and nutrition. Offered fall term. (TR)	X	X	X
IPM2671: PRINCIPLES OF PEST MANAGEMENT IPM2671 PRINCIPLES OF PEST MANAGEMENT This course is an introduction to various pest management topics including categories of insects and diseases, an identification of common plant pests and corrective measures, integrated pest management strategies, and proper handling, storage and safety precautions for pesticide use. Offered spring term. (TR)	X	X	X
LDE2402: LANDSCAPE DESIGN LDE2402 LANDSCAPE DESIGN This course studies the basic principles of landscape design, including project planning, soil and site preparation, drawing, irrigation and drainage systems, and plant installation. In addition, course will include a discussion of special problems and trends in the landscaping industry. Prerequisite: HOS 1010. Offered spring term. (OA)	X	X	X
ORH1010: INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE ORH1010 INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE This course explores various horticultural topics including plant classification and identification, a look at the horticulture and landscaping industries, plant pruning practices, cultivation and propagation of plants, sanitation and safety practices, and handling and marketing. Offered on Highlands Campus spring term. Pre- or Corequisite: HOS 1010. (TR)	X	X	X
ORH1220: TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT ORH1220 TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT Study of grasses common to the Southern climate. Emphasis is given to the selection, care, and maintenance of turf for a variety of purposes. Offered first summer flex session. (OA)	X	X	X
SWS1102: SOILS AND FERTILIZATION SWS1102 SOILS AND FERTILIZATION Fundamentals of soil science including the chemical and biological factors affecting soil fertility and the relationship of natural fertility, texture, and pH of soil to the use of chemical fertilizers. Offered fall term. (TR)	X	X	X

BUSINESS - PSV

Course	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4
BUL2241: BUSINESS LAW I BUL2241 BUSINESS LAW I A study of the working principles which govern the legal and social environment of business, crimes, torts, contracts, and sales. (TR)			X
GEB1011: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS GEB1011 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS General business terminology and understanding the agencies, methods, functions, and practices of modern business. (TR)		X
MAN2021: PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT MAN2021 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT Basic functions of management: planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. (TR)	X
MAR2011: PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING MAR2011 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING This course is a mid-management approach to functions and institutions including analysis of demand, product planning, market segmentation, distribution, retailing, wholesaling, advertising, sales promotion, pricing, and market research. (TR)	X
MNA2345: MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION MNA2345 MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION An examination of the ever-increasing complexity of supervisory management. Major focus is on the development of personal and professional skills that assist a supervisory level individual in becoming a more effective manager of human resources. These skills include planning, organizing, staffing, leading, controlling, and labor relations. (TR)
MTB1103: BUSINESS MATHEMATICS USING SPREAD- SHEETS MTB1103 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS USING SPREAD- SHEETS This course covers the fundamentals of business mathematics with applications to banking, payroll, taxes and insurance, purchasing merchandise, markup and markdown, interest, mortgages, and consumer credit. Concepts are introduced using the traditional method of calculating. You will be introduced to the same calculations performed using an electronic spreadsheet. (OA)
OST1100C: INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE KEYBOARDING OST1100C INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE KEYBOARDING Various styles of business letters, memorandums, simple reports, tables, centering, and composition at the computer. Also included is basic instruction on using computers for processing documents. If you have successfully completed one year of high school keyboarding/typing using a computer, you may not receive credit for basic courses when transferring to another institution. Lab Fee. (TR)
OST1110C: INTERMEDIATE TO COLLEGE KEYBOARDING OST1110C INTERMEDIATE TO COLLEGE KEYBOARDING This is a course designed to develop keyboarding speed and accuracy, review and refine skills including goal setting, organization, critical thinking, Web access, and integrating keyboarding, formatting and word processing skills into real-life experience. Prerequisite: OST 1100C. Lab Fee. (TR)
OST1581: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE WORKPLACE OST1581 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE WORKPLACE You will learn that long term success is an ongoing process of developing the following skills in creating goals, building confi dence, self-esteem, professional image, maintaining a positive attitude and outlook, time management, team work, leadership, customer service, career planning, interviewing, resume writing, communication and listening skills. Lab Fee. (TR)
OST1713C: WORD PROCESSING - MICROSOFT WORD OST1713C WORD PROCESSING - MICROSOFT WORD This course is an introduction to the concepts of word processing in the modern office and discussion of theory, terms, and the total word processing environment. The course includes instruction and guidance in: creating and editing documents, using the spell checker and thesaurus, formatting documents, text enhancements, switch features, and merging documents. This course also includes an introduction to macros and desktop publishing. Prerequisite: OST 1100C or Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)
OST2321C: OFFICE MACHINES OST2321C OFFICE MACHINES Use of print and display calculators, dictation and transcribing, and other types of office equipment. Lab Fee. (OA)
OST2335: BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS OST2335 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS Development of skills in writing, emphasizes planning and writing various types of business correspondence, and covers organizing data for reports. (OA)
OST2949: WORK EXPERIENCE IN SECRETARIAL BUSINESS OST2949 WORK EXPERIENCE IN SECRETARIAL BUSINESS A culminating experience for the Office Systems Technology Program. It is offered to provide you with actual business office experience. You are required to meet with the instructor on a weekly basis and complete assignments. Actual work experience (on-the-job) consists of a minimum of 200 hours. Class time is arranged with the instructor. (OA)

COMPUTER - PSV

Course	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4
CGS2510C: SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS CGS2510C SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS A study of electronic spreadsheet construction techniques. Topics to be discussed include spreadsheet design; using the command structure; making, copying, and moving cell entries; arithmetic operations and formulas; formatting cells; using built-in functions; using lookup tables; linking spreadsheets; creating graphs; printing output; and designing and implementing macros. Prerequisite: CGS 1100C or Instructor’s approval. Offered on Highlands Campus fall and spring terms. Lab Fee. (TR)		X
CGS2540C: INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE MANAGEMENT CGS2540C INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE MANAGEMENT A study of microcomputer database management systems and their applications in a business environment. Topics to be discussed include fundamental concepts of database design, creating, editing, and modifying database files, sorting, indexing, querying, and creating forms and reports with hands-on experience using appropriate database software. Prerequisite: CGS 1100C or Instructor’s approval. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)			X
CGS2554C: DATA COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKING CGS2554C DATA COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKING Basic data communications, networking, and Internet concepts. You will study management of a local area network, working with electronic mail, searching Internet subsystems, and transferring files over communications lines. Prerequisite: CGS 1100C or Instructor’s approval. Offered spring term in alternating years. Lab Fee. (TR)		X	X
CGS2565C: PRINCIPLES OF COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS CGS2565C PRINCIPLES OF COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS This course is designed to give you a foundation in computer information fundamentals. Computer terminology, basic system architecture, processing and storage concepts, and data communications, and advanced applications will be covered. In addition, you will acquire skills in operating systems, number systems (including binary, hexadecimal, octal, and decimal), algorithm development, and computer programming. Pre- or Corequisite: CGS 1100C or Instructor’s approval. This course will be offered online in the spring term. Lab Fee. (TR)	X		X
CGS2820: INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN CGS2820 INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN This course is designed to teach you the skills needed to design, create, modify, and publish Web sites on the Internet. You will gain knowledge of the principles of effective Web site design, learn introductory Web graphics techniques, gain extensive HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and CSS (Cascading Style Sheet) programming skills, and learn the principles of Web site construction/maintenance in Adobe Dreamweaver. The course also includes a brief introduction to GIMP and JavaScript for Web site support. Lab Fee. (TR)	X		X
CIS2321C: SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN CIS2321C SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN This course covers the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in detail. You will learn to apply modern and traditional engineering techniques required to successfully plan, design, develop, implement and maintain major automated information management systems. Systems Analysis topics covered include requirements definition, data and process modeling, feasibility analysis, cost and schedule estimation, and proposal development. System Design topics covered include both structured and object oriented design, database design, preliminary and detailed design, and design reviews. Topics in project management will also be discussed. Pre- or Corequisite: CGS 2565C or Instructor’s approval. Offered spring term in alternating years. Lab Fee. (TR)	X		X
COP2170C: PRINCIPLES OF COMPUTER PROGRAMMING COP2170C PRINCIPLES OF COMPUTER PROGRAMMING The course stresses proper programming methodology, problem solving, structured programming techniques, code implementation, debugging, and testing. Essential aspects of programming are covered, including the construction and manipulation of applications, controls, forms, code (including decisions, looping, and file access), and formatting. Basic Internet programming techniques will also be covered. You will gain extensive hands-on programming experience using appropriate computer language will be used. Corequisite: CGS 1100C. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X	X
COP2171C: ADVANCED PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES COP2171C ADVANCED PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES This course covers the implementation of advanced programming techniques with an emphasis on the integration of programming with existing computing applications. Writing programs to customize and integrate word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications will be stressed, as well as using programming techniques for object linking and embedding, and macro development. Previous experience with full-featured, Windows-based word processing, database, or spreadsheet is recommended. You will have the opportunity to design, create, and maintain several advanced programming projects using an appropriate computer programming language. Prerequisite: COP 2170C or Instructor’s approval. Offered on Highlands Campus spring term. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X
COP2224: INTRODUCTION TO C++ PROGRAMMING COP2224 INTRODUCTION TO C++ PROGRAMMING This course is an introduction to programming using the C++ programming language. You will design, code, input, run and debug basic programs in the C++ programming language. Variables, data types, arithmetic operations, conditional operations, basic input/output, functions, looping, and file access will be covered. In addition, you will gain an overview of the history of computing, basic computer organization, numbering systems, and the program development cycle. Prerequisite: CGS 1100C. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X
COP2228: ADVANCED C++ PROGRAMMING COP2228 ADVANCED C++ PROGRAMMING A continuation of Introductory C++ Programming. Object Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts will be emphasized, specifically the use of classes and objects. Declaration and implementation of classes, constructors, destructors, data objects, and methods will be discussed. Abstraction, inheritance, and dynamic binding concepts will be presented. Database management through the use of advanced data structures including arrays, pointers, linked lists, stacks, queues, and trees will be covered. Sorting, searching, and recursion mechanisms will also be analyzed. Prerequisite: Successful completion of COP 2224 or Instructor’s approval. Offered spring term. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X
COP2250: JAVA PROGRAMMING COP2250 JAVA PROGRAMMING This course will cover the principles of object-oriented programming using the Java programming language. Java data types, input/output, control structures, methods and objects will be addressed. You will also learn basic file access principles as well as how to apply Java in web-based environments. You should have previously acquired programming skills in another computer language before taking Java. Since the course will be available online, you should also have extensive Internet and computing skills, as well as the ability to work well independently. This course satisfies the degree requirements for an advanced programming class. Prerequisites: COP 2170C, COP 2224, other computer programming language course, or Instructor’s approval. Offered fall term only. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X
COP2810: PROGRAMMING FOR THE INTERNET COP2810 PROGRAMMING FOR THE INTERNET This course introduces you to both the client-side and server-side of Web programming. You will gain extensive skills in JavaScript to enable client-side calculations, data validation, and page/form enhancement. The PHP (Hypertext PreProcessor) programming language for server-side programming will also be introduced. PHP will be utilized to manipulate form data, perform calculations, create and read data files, and interact with SQL database structures. You should have basic skills in HTML and Web page design prior to taking this course. Prerequisite: CGS 1100C or Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X
CTS2106: FUNDAMENTALS OF UNIX CTS2106 FUNDAMENTALS OF UNIX This course is the first of two UNIX courses designed to prepare you for entry-level operation of the world’s leading operating systems for Internet Web sites. This course, combined with our offered A+ Certification preparation courses, Part I and Part II to lead to the successful preparation for CompTIA’s Linux+ certification. You will learn how to install, setup, and maintain Sun Microsystem’s Solaris (UNIX) Operating System. You will also learn to use a wide variety of built-in utility and application programs. This course is taught using the same sophisticated and proven curriculum engine as the Cisco Networking Academy’s CCNA certification preparation program. After completing this course, you will be well on your way to taking and passing Sun’s Certified System Administrator Certification Exam. Offered on Highlands Campus spring term. Lab Fee. (TR)	X		X
CTS2210: INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL GRAPHICS CTS2210 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL GRAPHICS This course provides you with the skills needed to create effective digital documents incorporating layouts, photographs, and illustrations in the business and organizational environment. You will be introduced to fundamental, tool-oriented principles of typography, color, layout, tables, charts and graphs, graphic illustration, photographic correction, and text/graphic integration. You will become proficient in the use of industry standard digital design applications. Offered at the Highlands Campus. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4	GEN ED #5
CCJ1010: INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE CCJ1010 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE Includes the philosophical and historical background of law enforcement agencies, their development, purposes, functions, and organization with attention given to contemporary problems, processes, and constitutional aspects involved in the administration of criminal justice in a democratic society. (OA)				X
CCJ1194: INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS CCJ1194 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS Includes interpersonal skills with topics such as human behavior/human needs; ethnic and cultural groups; mentally ill, retarded, or physically disabled inmates; orientation to crisis intervention; and stress recognition and reduction. (OA)				X
CCJ2949: CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGNMENT IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (OA) CCJ2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGNMENT IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (OA)				X
CJC1000: INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS CJC1000 INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS An examination of the enforcement, administration of justice, probation, prisons, correctional institutions, and parole. (OA)
CJC2002: CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR CJC2002 CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR Historical, theoretical, and philosophical explanation of criminal behavior; the function and objective of parole and probation; the judicial system and its relationship to the offender; and modern approaches in the prevention and correction of crimes. Case studies in the development of criminal patterns from childhood to adulthood are presented. (OA)				X
CJC2162: PROBATION, PARDON, AND PAROLE CJC2162 PROBATION, PARDON, AND PAROLE A study of probation as a judicial process and parole as an executive function in community-based correctional programs. (OA)				X
CJC2300: ADMINISTRATION OF CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS CJC2300 ADMINISTRATION OF CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS Principles of administration in the correctional setting including fiscal responsibility, recruitment, development of staff, administrative decision making, public relations, and other correctional administrative functions. (OA)				X
CJE1000: INTRODUCTION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT CJE1000 INTRODUCTION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT A study of the philosophical and historical backgrounds of law enforcement; the purpose, organization, and function of law enforcement and similar agencies involved in the administration of criminal justice in the United States; and orientation to careers in law enforcement. (OA)				X
CJE2300: POLICE ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION CJE2300 POLICE ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION The principles of law enforcement organization, administration, and supporting services as applied to staff functions; personnel recruiting, training, and promotion; planning and research along with inspection and control and policy formation study; and communication, records, and activities of other supportive services. (OA)				X
CJE2452: CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS CJE2452 CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS An orientation to the concepts of criminal justice and community relations relating particularly to law enforcement responsibilities in the areas of social protest, minority groups, and youth. (OA)				X
CJE2500: POLICE OPERATIONS CJE2500 POLICE OPERATIONS Principles of organization and administration as applied to operational services includes patrol, criminal investigation, intelligence and vice units, as well as juvenile units, traffic administration, and other services. (OA)				X
CJE2600: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS CJE2600 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS A study of the fundamentals, principles, concepts, theory, and history of investigation. It covers methods of investigation, case preparation, and problems in criminal investigation. Investigative techniques of specific crimes including juvenile offenses are emphasized. (OA)				X
CJE2640: MODERN CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION CJE2640 MODERN CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION Basic techniques of collection, identification, preservation, and transportation of physical evidence within the resources of the investigator or crime technician including advanced criminalistics to familiarize you with the capabilities and limitations of the advanced police science laboratory. (OA)
CJJ1001: JUVENILE JUSTICE CJJ1001 JUVENILE JUSTICE A survey of the nature and extent of crime and delinquency together with the major approaches to causation, apprehension, control, and treatment. (OA)				X
CJL1101: CONSTITUTIONAL LAW CJL1101 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW A detailed study of the U.S. Constitution and case law as it applies to the criminal justice system with emphasis on the Bill of Rights, the Supreme Court, and legal research.				X
CJL2100: CRIMINAL LAW CJL2100 CRIMINAL LAW This course covers the scope, purpose, and principles of criminal law; the role of the Supreme Court, Florida Courts, state statutes, and concepts of constitutional law; an analysis of criminal acts against persons and property; the classification of crimes; and an examination of selected specific criminal offenses. (OA)				X
CJL2130: CRIMINAL EVIDENCE AND PROCEDURE CJL2130 CRIMINAL EVIDENCE AND PROCEDURE A study and evaluation of evidence and proof, rules of evidence and important procedures at the operational level in law enforcement, and the procedures of courts in criminal cases. (OA)				X

DENTAL HYGIENE

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4	GEN ED #5
DEH1002: INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL HYGIENE DEH1002 INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL HYGIENE Introduction to Dental Hygiene introduces you to the theory and practical skills necessary for basic instrumentation. Course includes professionalism and ethics, communication skills, asepsis and maintenance of hand instruments and hand pieces, patient assessment, oral prophylactic procedures, and dental charting. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DEH 1002L. (OA)	X				X
DEH1002L: DENTAL HYGIENE PRE-CLINIC DEH1002L DENTAL HYGIENE PRE-CLINIC Dental Hygiene Pre-Clinic introduces you to the theory and practical lab skills necessary for basic instrumentation. Pre-Clinical sessions include demonstrations in proficiency such as utilizing dental hygiene instruments and dental charting. Additional topics include maintenance of hand instruments and hand pieces, patient assessment, oral prophylactic procedures, and dental charting. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DEH 1002. Fee. (OA)		X
DEH1130: ORAL EMBRYOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY DEH1130 ORAL EMBRYOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY Oral embryology and histology is a comprehensive study of the embryonic, fetal, and postnatal development, and microanatomy of the cells and tissues that comprise the head, neck, and oral cavity. Lecture topics include development and histology of the structures of the head, neck, and oral cavity; development and histology of teeth; development and histology of the tooth supporting structures; and development and histology of orofacial structures. Laboratory experience will focus on examination and identification of microscopic tissue samples. Prerequisite: DES 1200. Corequisites: DES 1100C. (OA)	X
DEH1600: MEDICAL EMERGENCIES DEH1600 MEDICAL EMERGENCIES Medical Emergencies deals with the need to recognize the total health status of the dental patient, as well as the desirability of anticipating and preventing the development of emergency situations in the dental office. Once an emergency occurs, the dental auxiliary must be able to recognize and assist with the management of such emergencies. The relationship of health and medical histories will be emphasized in the context of preventing emergencies from occurring but in the event of an emergency, being able to recognize and assist with emergency care of dental patients. Prerequisite: DEH 1002. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X
DEH1800: DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY I DEH1800 DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY I Dental Hygiene Theory I is the first term for direct patient care. You will apply the principles and perform activities for the prevention of oral disease, including data collection, prophylaxis, application of preventive agents, and oral home care instructions. Prerequisite: DEH 1002. Corequisite: DEH 1800L. (OA)		X		X
DEH1800L: DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC I DEH1800L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC I Dental Hygiene Clinic I is the first term for direct patient care. You will apply the clinical activities for the prevention of oral disease, including data collection, prophylaxis, application of preventive agents, and oral home care instructions. You will be required to successfully complete a number of procedures. Prerequisite: DEH 1002L. Corequisite: DEH 1800. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
DEH1802: DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY II DEH1802 DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY II Dental Hygiene Theory II is a continuation of DEH 1800. You will apply the principles for the prevention of oral disease, including patient assessment, treatment planning, scaling, debridement, root planting, application of preventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, treatment of hypersensitivity, and oral home care instructions. Additional topics include instrument sharpening, pulp vitality testing, special needs patients, nutritional counseling, ultrasonics, and air polishing. Prerequisite: DEH 1800. Corequisite: DEH 1802L. (OA)		X
DEH1802L: DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC II DEH1802L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC II Dental Hygiene Clinic II is a continuation of DEH 1800L. You will apply the clinical activities for the prevention of oral disease, including patient assessment, treatment planning, scaling, debridement, root planting, application of preventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, treatment of hypersensitivity, and oral home care instructions. Additional clinical topics include instrument sharpening, pulp vitality testing, special needs patients, nutritional counseling, ultrasonics, and air polishing. You will be required to successfully complete a number of procedures. Prerequisite: DEH 1800L. Corequisite: DEH 1802. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
DEH2300: PHARMACOLOGY AND PAIN CONTROL DEH2300 PHARMACOLOGY AND PAIN CONTROL Pharmacology and Pain Control introduces principles of basic pharmacology as they pertain to the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene. It emphasizes actions and reactions of medications commonly used in the dental office or taken by dental patients. Topics include terminology, pharmaceutical references, prescriptions and abbreviations, pharmacokinetics, drugs used in dentistry and their pharmacokinetics, drugs that may alter dental treatment and their pharmacokinetics, drugs used in dental emergencies, drug abuse, and nitrous oxide monitoring. Prerequisite: DEH 1802. Corequisite: DEH 2804. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X		X
DEH2400: GENERAL AND ORAL PATHOLOGY DEH2400 GENERAL AND ORAL PATHOLOGY General and oral pathology presents the principles of general pathology in relation to diseases of the teeth, soft tissue, and supporting structures of the oral cavity, as well as general pathologic conditions affecting the head and neck. Topics include terminology and diagnostic procedures, variants of normal conditions, benign conditions of unknown cause, inflammation and repair, caries and pulpal pathology, immune response, oral diseases with immunological pathogenesis, autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases, embryology of the head and neck, developmental disorders of the soft tissues and teeth, developmental cysts, neoplasia, odontogenic tumors, other tumors of oral structures, genetics, genetic syndromes and diseases of the head and neck, general pathologic conditions affecting the oral structures, TMJ disorders, and dental implants. Prerequisite: DEH 1800. Corequisite: DEH 1802. (OA)	X	X
DEH2602: PERIODONTOLOGY DEH2602 PERIODONTOLOGY This course provides information on the principles of periodontology pertinent to dental hygiene practice. Topics include tissues of the periodontium, epidemiology of periodontal diseases, classification of periodontal diseases, disease prevention, disease treatment and management, drug therapy, immunology and host defense mechanisms, microorganisms associated with periodontology, surgical and nonsurgical treatment, implantology and maintenance, and periodontal/endodontic emergencies. Prerequisite: DEH 1802. Corequisite: DEH 2300. (OA)	X	X
DEH2702: COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH DEH2702 COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH Community Dental Health provides you with a broad understanding of the health care system, an objective view of the significant social, political, psychological, and economic forces directing the system, and prepares you to promote oral health and prevent oral disease in a community by meeting specific dental health needs of community groups. Topics include epidemiology, community dental care assessment, community dental care provision, preventative counseling for groups, group oral health education, sociological concepts related to dentistry, biostatistics, terminology, dental care systems, and concepts of dental research. Prerequisite: DEH 2602. Corequisite: DEH 2702L. (OA)	X				X
DEH2702L: COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH LABORATORY DEH2702L COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH LABORATORY Community Dental Health Lab provides you with a broad understanding of the health care system, an objective view of the significant social, political, psychological, and economic forces directing the system, and prepares you to promote oral health and prevent oral disease in a community by meeting specific dental health needs of community groups. Topics learned in lecture during the fall term (epidemiology, community dental care assessment, community dental care provision, preventative counseling for groups, group oral health education, sociological concepts related to dentistry, biostatistics, terminology, dental care systems, and concepts of dental research. Prerequisite: DEH 2602. Corequisite: DEH 2702. (OA)				X
DEH2710: NUTRITIONAL AND DENTAL HEALTH DEH2710 NUTRITIONAL AND DENTAL HEALTH This course presents the biochemical aspects of nutrition and an overview of organic chemistry as applied to the practice of dentistry. Included are basic principles of nutrition; nutritional and biochemical aspects of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, DNA and RNA; nutritional and biochemical aspects of vitamins and minerals; nutritional and biochemical aspects of water; nutrients in foods and their utilization by the body; nutritional counseling; and the control of nutritional disorders in the oral cavity. Prerequisite: DEH 1802. Corequisite: DEH 2300. (OA)	X	X
DEH2804: DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY III DEH2804 DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY III Dental Hygiene Theory III is a continuation of DEH 1802. You will apply the principles and demonstrate improved patient care skills for the prevention of oral disease, including patient assessment, treatment planning, scaling, debridement, root planting, ultrasonics, and air polishing application of preventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, and oral home care instructions. Additional topics include dietary surveys, recall systems, applied techniques, employability skills. Prerequisite: DEH 1802. Corequisite: DEH 2804L. Lab Fee. (OA)		X		X
DEH2804L: DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC III DEH2804L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC III Dental Hygiene Clinic III, a continuation of DEH 1802L, is a combined course that provides discussion of clinical activities along with clinical experience. This is the third term for direct patient care. You will apply the principles and demonstrate improved patient care skills while performing clinical activities for the prevention of oral disease, including patient assessment, treatment planning, scaling, debridement, root planting, ultrasonics, and air polishing application of preventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, and oral home care instructions. Additional topics include dietary surveys, recall systems, applied techniques, employability skills. You will be required to successfully complete a greater number of procedures. Prerequisite: DEH 1802L. Corequisite: DEH 2804. Lab Fee (OA)	X	X	X
DEH2806: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ETHICAL PRINCIPLES DEH2806 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ETHICAL PRINCIPLES Professional Development and Ethical Principles is a continuation of DEH 2804. This is the fourth term for direct patient care, which emphasizes quality patient care, time constraints, and communication skills. You will continue to describe the prevention of oral disease, treatment planning, scaling, debridement, root planting, ultrasonics, and air polishing application of preventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, and oral home care instructions. Additional topics include office management, legal aspects, ethics, dental hygiene practice settings, dentistry and dental hygiene regulation, and general office procedures. Prerequisite: DEH 2804. Corequisite: DEH 2806L. (OA)	X
DEH2806L: DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC IV DEH2806L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC IV Dental Hygiene Clinical IV is a continuation of DEH 2804L. This is the fourth term for direct patient care, which emphasizes quality patient care, time constraints, and communication skills. You will continue to perform clinical activities for the prevention of oral disease, including patient assessment, treatment planning, scaling, debridement, root planting, ultrasonics, and air polishing application of preventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, and oral home care instructions. You are required to successfully complete an advanced number of procedures. Prerequisite: DEH 2804L. Corequisite: DEH 2806. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
DES1020: OROFACIAL ANATOMY DES1020 OROFACIAL ANATOMY Orofacial Anatomy is a detailed study of the gross anatomy of the head and neck and the external and internal morphology of the primary and permanent dentition. Emphasis is placed on structures directly affected by the practice of dentistry. Head and neck anatomy lecture topics include anatomic terminology, anatomic landmarks, study of skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, exocrine systems, facial spaces, and the spread of dental infections. Dental anatomy lecture topics include anatomy of the oral cavity, dental terminology, external and internal tooth anatomy, tooth nomenclature and numbering systems, individual tooth and root morphology, tooth eruption schedules, occlusion, and operative dentistry. You will use anatomical models of the head, neck, oral cavity, and teeth, and extracted teeth to apply didactic information in a laboratory setting, and apply knowledge of head, neck, and dental anatomy to clinical dental hygiene. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DES 1020L. (OA)		X		X
DES1020L: OROFACIAL ANATOMY LAB DES1020L OROFACIAL ANATOMY LAB Orofacial Anatomy Lab is a detailed study of the gross anatomy of the head and neck and the external and internal morphology of the primary and permanent dentition. Emphasis is placed on structures directly affected by the practice of dentistry. Head and neck anatomy topics include anatomic terminology, anatomic landmarks, study of skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, exocrine systems, facial spaces, and the spread of dental infections. Dental anatomy topics include anatomy of the oral cavity, dental terminology, external and internal tooth anatomy, tooth nomenclature and numbering systems, individual tooth and root morphology, tooth eruption schedules, occlusion, and operative dentistry. You will use anatomical models of the head, neck, oral cavity, and teeth, and extracted teeth to apply didactic information during laboratory, and apply knowledge of head, neck, and dental anatomy to preclinical dental hygiene. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DES 1020. Lab Fee. (OA)		X
DES1100: DENTAL MATERIALS AND EXPANDED DUTIES DES1100 DENTAL MATERIALS AND EXPANDED DUTIES This course focuses on the nature, qualities, composition, and manipulation of materials used in dentistry. The primary goal of this course is to enhance your ability to make clinical judgments regarding the use and care of dental materials based on how these materials react in the oral environment. Lecture topics include physical properties of dental material, general handling and safety of dental materials, properties of tooth colored dental materials, metals used in constructing dental restorations, cementing, bonding, abrasion, fi nishing and polishing of dental restorations, dental materials used in prevention of dental disease, dental materials used in the replacement of missing teeth, dental materials used in constructing replications of oral tissues for use in constructing dental restorations and replacement of missing oral tissues, and provisional restorations created for temporary use in the treatment of oral disease. Prerequisite: DEH 1002. Corequisite: DEH 1130 and DES 1100L. (TR)
DES1100L: DENTAL MATERIALS AND EXPANDED DUTIES LAB DES1100L DENTAL MATERIALS AND EXPANDED DUTIES LAB Dental Materials and Expanded Duties Lab focuses on the nature, qualities, composition, and manipulation of materials used in dentistry. The primary goal of this course is to enhance your ability to make clinical judgments regarding the use and care of dental materials based on how these materials react in the oral environment. You will have hands-on laboratory experience in manipulating dental materials and some clinical experience in manipulating materials in the oral cavity. You will apply pit and fi ssure sealants, take alginate impressions, and pour and trim study models. Experience in DES 1100L provides laboratory and clinical experience necessary for the you to perform expanded functions as required by, and outlined in Florida Statue Title XXXII, Chapter 466, Section 466.024, and in the Florida Administrative Code Chapter 64, Sections B5-16. 001, B5-16.002, and B5-16.006 through B5-16.010. Prerequisite: DEH 1002. Corequisites: DEH 1130 and DES 1100. (TR)
DES1200: DENTAL RADIOLOGY DES1200 DENTAL RADIOLOGY Dental Radiography provides the fundamental knowledge of the nature, physical behavior, and biological effects of radiation to maximize understanding of proper methods of control and safety procedures to be in exposing, processing, mounting, and interpreting diagnostic radiographs of teeth and their surrounding structures. Lecture topics include radiation physics principles, radiation biology, radiation safety, infection control, radiographic need, radiographic quality assurance, imaging theory, radiographic interpretation, principles of digital radiography, and legal issues of dental radiography. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DES 1200L. (OA)
DES1200L: DENTAL RADIOLOGY LAB DES1200L DENTAL RADIOLOGY LAB Dental Radiology Lab provides the fundamental knowledge of the nature, physical behavior, and biological effects of radiation to maximize understanding of proper methods of control and safety procedures to be in exposing, processing, mounting, and interpreting diagnostic radiographs of teeth and their surrounding structures. Lab topics include radiation physics principles, radiation biology, radiation safety, infection control, radiographic need, radiographic quality assurance, imaging theory, radiographic interpretation, principles of digital radiography, and legal issues of dental radiography. Laboratory experience includes correct operation of X-ray units and digital sensors, exposing, processing, mounting, and interpreting diagnostically acceptable radiographs. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DES 1200. Lab Fee. (OA)

ELECTRONICS

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3
CET1178C: PC SUPPORT A+ CORE HARDWARE CET1178C PC SUPPORT A+ CORE HARDWARE This course will provide a hands-on opportunity for you to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to service, repair and upgrade computers and peripherals in preparation for the CompTIA A+ Core Hardware exam. Topics include safety practices, a detailed look at hardware components, power supplies, CMOS, CPUs, motherboards, bus architectures, disk subsystems, hardware installation and configuration, resolving resource conflicts, data recovery, networking, system maintenance and troubleshooting, and other related topics. Upon completion, you should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer systems, identify and resolve system conflicts and optimize system performance. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
CET1179C: PC SUPPORT - A+ OS TECHNOLOGIES CET1179C PC SUPPORT - A+ OS TECHNOLOGIES This course provides a thorough, step-by-step process for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer operating systems, thereby, better preparing you to pass the CompTIA A+ Operating System Technologies exam. Topics include how the boot process works, software and hardware interactions, operating system and software support and troubleshooting, supporting and troubleshooting operating systems and software on a network, peripheral installations, device conflict resolution, how to configure printers, modems, networking components and multimedia devices. In a hands-on learning environment, you will learn installation procedures for various operating systems, use FDISK, format, deport and various other utilities, create and use emergency boot diskettes, install and uninstall devices, perform backups, manage system files, troubleshoot operating system errors, configure networks, configure Internet access and manage printers and other peripherals. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
CET1588C: LAN SUPPORT - NETWORK+ CET1588C LAN SUPPORT - NETWORK+ The course will provide you with an introduction to the basic concepts of home and Small Office Home Office PC networks in a hands-on intensive environment and aid in preparation for the CompTIA Network+ exam. Achieving Network + certification is a good beginning for you, if you aspire a career in the IT field. Topics include transmission media, network topologies, LAN infrastructure, Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI, wireless networks, OSI reference model, common network protocols such as NetBEUI and TCP/IP, fault tolerance, disaster recovery, network operating systems, network security, troubleshooting and various utilities commonly used to identify network connectivity issues. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
CET1600C: CISCO NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS CET1600C CISCO NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS This course is designed to prepare a you to apply and understand the basics of networking technologies. The course covers the OSI model and industry standards; network topologies; IP addressing, including subnet masks; and basic network design. This is the first of a four-part series to prepare you for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate examination. Internet access from home (or other major availability will be mandatory for this course). Lab Fee. (OA)
CET2114C: DIGITAL ELECTRONICS I CET2114C DIGITAL ELECTRONICS I Introduces topics needed to become proficient in digital electronics. Topics covered are number systems, computer arithmetic, Boolean algebra, logic functions, gates, flip flops, registers, counters, encoders, decoders, arithmetic circuits, shift counters, and memories. Lab experiments are used to verify the concepts studied. Prerequisite: EET 1141C. Lab Fee. (OA)		X	X
CET2123C: INTRODUCTION TO MICROPROCESSORS CET2123C INTRODUCTION TO MICROPROCESSORS This course uses the concepts learned in Digital Electronics I to develop a systems concept using digital circuits. Emphasis is placed on the minicomputer system. Topics covered include programming, CPU structure, internal timing, Buss structures, and interrupts. Hands-on experience with minicomputer system is included. Prerequisite: CET 2114C. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
CET2792: MICROSOFT WINDOWS SERVER CET2792 MICROSOFT WINDOWS SERVER This course provides the core knowledge needed for supporting Microsoft Windows Server Operating System. The curriculum is designed to train you and support professionals in all the skills needed to install, configure, customize, optimize, network, integrate, and troubleshoot Windows Servers in a variety of environments. Completion of this course will prepare you to take the Microsoft Server Certification Exam which includes installing, configuring and administering Microsoft Windows Server products. Lab Fee. (OA)
CET2794: MICROSOFT DIRECTORY SERVICES CET2794 MICROSOFT DIRECTORY SERVICES This course provides you with the core knowledge needed for supporting Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. The curriculum is designed to train you and support professionals in all the skills needed to design, implement, and support a Windows Server object oriented directories including server analysis and optimization, network analysis and optimization; and troubleshooting in the enterprise environment. Completion of this course will prepare you to take Microsoft’s Certification Exam which includes implementing and administering Microsoft Windows Directory Services Infrastructure. Prerequisite: CET 2792. Lab Fee. (OA)
CET2796: DESIGNING SECURITY FOR A MICROSOFT WINDOWS NETWORK CET2796 DESIGNING SECURITY FOR A MICROSOFT WINDOWS NETWORK This course provides the knowledge and skills required to control and audit access to Microsoft Windows resources, setup authentication and encryption. It also provides the knowledge and skills to analyze the business, security and technical requirements required to operate medium to very large computing environments. Completion of this course will prepare you for Microsoft’s Certification Exam which includes designing security in a Microsoft Windows Network. Prerequisite: CET 2792. Lab Fee. (OA)
CET2905: SEMINAR IN BIOMEDICAL ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (OA) CET2905 SEMINAR IN BIOMEDICAL ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (OA)	X	X	X
EER2930: SELECTED TOPICS IN ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY (OA) EER2930 SELECTED TOPICS IN ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY (OA)
EET1015C: ELECTRONICS I EET1015C ELECTRONICS I Basic concepts of electricity. Topics covered are charge, current flow, potential difference, resistance, Ohm’s Law, series and parallel circuits, Kirchoff’s Law, Thevenin’s Theorem, Norton’s Theorem, the Super Position Theorem, the use of DC measuring instruments, alternating current, and the 60 HZ power line. Laboratory experiments are used to verify all concepts instructed. Pre- or Corequisite: MAC 1105 or Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
EET1025C: ELECTRONICS II EET1025C ELECTRONICS II Alternating current concepts and circuits. Topics covered are inductance, capacitance, and their effect in AC circuits; time constants; RL, RC, and RLC circuits; complex numbers; vectors; phasors; resonance and filters studied for both sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal applications; two terminal active devices; rectifiers; and bipolar transistors. Lab experiments are used to verify all concepts studied. Pre- or Corequisite: MAC 1114 or Instructor’s approval. Prerequisite: EET 1015C. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
EET1141C: INTRODUCTION TO SOLID STATE DEVICES EET1141C INTRODUCTION TO SOLID STATE DEVICES Semiconductor devices; properties of semiconductor material, measurement and analysis of P-N diodes characteristics, measurement of characteristics of special diodes, including tunnel rectifier zener, varactor, bipolar transistors, field effect transistors, thyristors, op amps, and opto-electronic devices. Prerequisite: EET 1025C. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
EET1142C: ELECTRONICS III EET1142C ELECTRONICS III A study of subsystems for linear/analog electronics. The subsystem classifications are amplifiers, signal controlled switches, and special functions. Topics of study involve discrete and integrated circuit types, circuit examples include amplifiers, comparators, PNPN switches, oscillators, voltage regulators, signal shaping, and timing functions. Lab experimentation verifies all concepts presented. Prerequisites: EET 1025C and ENC 1101. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X
EET1605C: ELECTRONIC FABRICATION TECHNIQUES EET1605C ELECTRONIC FABRICATION TECHNIQUES Basic skills in the drawing and use of circuit diagrams, small hand tools (power and non-power), and special tools commonly used in the fabrication and packaging of electronic equipment. Offered on Highlands Campus summer term. Lab Fee. (OA)
EET2325C: ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS EET2325C ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS This course discusses the communication process as a system. Topics covered include transmitters, receivers, and mediums of transfer. Specific items include the study of AM and FM radio, microwave, and laser technology principles. Lab work involves the verification of principles using commercial hardware. Prerequisite: EET 1142C. Lab Fee. (OA)
EET2915: INTERNSHIP IN BIO-MEDICAL ELECTRONICS SYSTEMS (OA) EET2915 INTERNSHIP IN BIO-MEDICAL ELECTRONICS SYSTEMS (OA)		X	X
ETD1614C: APPLIED ELECTRONICS DRAWING ETD1614C APPLIED ELECTRONICS DRAWING Prepares you to create schematics for electronic devices and to design printed circuit boards using E-Z Route Software. Prerequisite: ETD 1102C. Lab Fee. (OA)

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3
EMS1010C: ANATOMY FOR PARAMEDICS EMS1010C ANATOMY FOR PARAMEDICS A comprehensive course presenting basic information on structure, function of the human body. Applies principles of anatomy and physiology to show interaction of body system as they approach homeostasis. Each body system presented with emphasis on cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous system. This course meets the objectives found in the national DOT paramedic curriculum. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisites: EMS 1600 and EMS 1600L. Lab Fee. (OA)
EMS1014: PARAMEDIC PREPARATORY EMS1014 PARAMEDIC PREPARATORY This course is the first of a three-term sequence of instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Course instruction includes the rules and responsibilities of a Paramedic within the EMS system, the value of personal wellness, medical, legal and ethical considerations, communications, pathophysiological principles, Life Span Development, illness and injury, and pharmacology. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. (OA)
EMS1119: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN I EMS1119 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN I Emergency medical technician training includes: anatomy and patient assessment, patient handling and movement, assessment and treatment of traumatic injuries, assessment and treatment of medical emergencies, childbirth and pediatric emergencies, psychological and environmental emergencies, crisis intervention, extrication and transportation, and disaster management. Corequisites: EMS 1119L and EMS 2421. (TR)
EMS1119L: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN I LAB EMS1119L EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN I LAB Emergency medical technician training includes: anatomy and patient assessment, patient handling and movement, assessment and treatment of traumatic injuries, assessment and treatment of medical emergencies, childbirth and pediatric emergencies, psychological and environmental emergencies, crisis intervention, extrication and transportation, and disaster management. Corequisites: EMS 1119 and EMS 2421. Lab Fee. (TR)
EMS1555: PARAMEDIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT EMS1555 PARAMEDIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT This course is designed to provide paramedic trauma management instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Course instruction includes trauma system/mechanism of injury, hemorrhage and shock, burns, soft tissue injuries, head trauma, spinal trauma, thoracic trauma, abdominal trauma, and musculoskeletal trauma. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1555L, EMS 1642. (OA)			X
EMS1555L: PARAMEDIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT LAB EMS1555L PARAMEDIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT LAB This lab covers paramedic trauma management instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes trauma system/mechanism of injury, hemorrhage and shock, burns, soft tissue injuries, head trauma, spinal trauma, thoracic trauma, abdominal trauma, and musculoskeletal trauma. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1555, EMS 1642. Lab Fee. (OA)			X
EMS1600: PARAMEDIC FUNDAMENTALS EMS1600 PARAMEDIC FUNDAMENTALS Course instruction includes venous access and medication administration, history taking, techniques of patient assessment, communication, documentation, and airway ventilation. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisite: EMS 1014. (OA)			X
EMS1600L: PARAMEDIC FUNDAMENTALS LAB EMS1600L PARAMEDIC FUNDAMENTALS LAB This lab covers paramedic fundamentals instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes venous access and medication administration, history taking, techniques of patient assessment, communication, documentation, and airway ventilation. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisites: EMS 1010C, EMS 1600. Lab Fee. (OA)			X
EMS1616: PARAMEDIC PATIENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS EMS1616 PARAMEDIC PATIENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS This course provides paramedic rescue emergencies instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the National Highway Safety Traffic Administration National Standards Curriculum. Course instruction includes: neonates; pediatrics; geriatrics; chronic care; abuse and neglect; assessment based management. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisites: EMS 1616L, EMS 1687, EMS 1687L. (TR)
EMS1616L: PARAMEDIC PATIENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS LAB EMS1616L PARAMEDIC PATIENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS LAB This course provides paramedic rescue emergencies instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the National Highway Safety Traffic Administration National Standards Curriculum. Course instruction includes: neonates; pediatrics; geriatrics; chronic care; abuse and neglect; assessment based management. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisites: EMS 1616, EMS 1687, EMS 1687L. Lab Fee. (TR)
EMS1641: PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE I EMS1641 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE I This clinical experience encompasses approximately 50 hours in a designated hospital during which you will be evaluated in the performance of the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1014, EMS 1600, and EMS 1681 during the first term of the Paramedic Program. This course meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisite: EMS 1010C. (OA)	X
EMS1642: PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE II EMS1642 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE II This clinical experience encompasses approximately 50 hours in a designated hospital during which you will be evaluated in the performance of the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1555, EMS 1685, and EMS 1686 during the second term of the Paramedic Program. This course meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisite: EMS 1657. (OA)	X	X
EMS1643: PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE III EMS1643 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE III This clinical experience encompasses approximately 25 hours in a designated hospital during which you will be evaluated in the performance of the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1687 during the third term of the Paramedic Program. This course meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisite: EMS 1658. (OA)	X	X
EMS1656: PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP I EMS1656 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP I This field internship experience is approximately 78 hours in length during which you will be evaluated in the performance of the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1014, EMS 1600, and EMS 1681 by Emergency Medical Services Personnel and college faculty during the first term of the Paramedic Program. This internship meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisite: EMS 1010C. (OA)	X
EMS1657: PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP II EMS1657 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP II This field internship experience is approximately 156 hours in length during which you will be evaluated in the performance of the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1555, EMS 1685, and EMS 1686 by Emergency Medical Services Personnel and college faculty during the second term of the Paramedic Program. This internship meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisite: EMS 1642. (OA)	X	X
EMS1658: PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP III EMS1658 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP III This field internship experience is approximately 234 hours in length during which you will be evaluated in the performance of the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1687, as well as all other areas of instruction prior to this point in the program by Emergency Medical Services Personnel and college faculty during the third term of the Paramedic Program. This internship is meant to be a cumulative learning experience, preparing the student to be able to function as a paramedic in the field. This internship meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisite: EMS 1643. (OA)	X	X
EMS1681: PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS EMS1681 PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS This course provides paramedic special considerations instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Course instruction includes patient assessment, communication, and documentation. Prerequisite: EMS 1159C. Corequisites: EMS 1010C, EMS 1681L. (OA)
EMS1681L: PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS LAB EMS1681L PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS LAB This lab covers paramedic special considerations instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes patient assessment, communication, and documentation. Prerequisite: EMS 1159C. Corequisites: EMS 1010C, EMS 1681. Lab Fee. (OA)
EMS1685: PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES EMS1685 PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES This course is designed to provide paramedic medical emergencies instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Course instruction includes pulmonology and cardiology. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS 1685L. (OA)
EMS1685L: PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES LAB EMS1685L PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES LAB This lab covers paramedic medical emergencies instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes pulmonology and cardiology. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS 1685. Lab Fee. (OA)
EMS1686: PARAMEDIC SPECIAL EMERGENCIES EMS1686 PARAMEDIC SPECIAL EMERGENCIES This course provides paramedic special emergencies instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Course instruction includes neurology, endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology, genitourinary, toxicology, environmental, and infectious/communicable diseases. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS 1686L. (OA)
EMS1686L: PARAMEDIC SPECIAL EMERGENCIES LAB EMS1686L PARAMEDIC SPECIAL EMERGENCIES LAB This lab covers paramedic special emergencies instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes neurology, endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology, genitourinary, toxicology, environmental, and infectious/communicable diseases. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS 1686. Lab Fee. (OA)
EMS1687: PARAMEDIC RESCUE EMERGENCIES EMS1687 PARAMEDIC RESCUE EMERGENCIES Course instruction includes cardiology, hematology, and rescue awareness and operations, assessment based management, and ambulance operations. Prerequisites: EMS 1681, EMS 1685, EMS 1686. Corequisite: EMS 1687L. (OA)
EMS1687L: PARAMEDIC RESCUE EMERGENCIES LAB EMS1687L PARAMEDIC RESCUE EMERGENCIES LAB This lab covers paramedic rescue emergencies instruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirements of the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes neonatal, pediatrics, geriatrics, rescue awareness and operations, assessment based management, and ambulance operations, hazardous materials, crime scene awareness, abuse and assault, acute interventions with the chronically ill, and EMS response to terrorism. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisites: EMS 1643, EMS 1687. Lab Fee. (OA)
EMS2421: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN PRACTICUM EMS2421 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN PRACTICUM Emergency medical technician training includes: anatomy and patient assessment, patient handling and movement, assessment and treatment of traumatic injuries, assessment and treatment of medical emergencies, childbirth and pediatric emergencies, psychological and environmental emergencies, crisis intervention, extrication and transportation, and disaster management. Corequisites: EMS 1119 and EMS 1119L. (TR)	X

FIRE SCIENCE

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4	GEN ED #5
FFP1301: FIRE HYDRAULICS AND WATER SUPPLY FFP1301 FIRE HYDRAULICS AND WATER SUPPLY This course is an overview of fire characteristics, properties of water, apparatus and appliances. Emphasis on developing proper fire streams using hydraulic calculations (theoretical and practical). Also covers drafting of water, velocity and discharge, friction loss, engine and nozzle pressure, pressure losses, municipal water supplies, standpipes and sprinklers, flow and pump testing and applications in fire science. Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)
FFP1302: FIRE APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT FFP1302 FIRE APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT This course covers the laws, rules and driving techniques for emergency vehicles, as well as a review of fire service hydraulics. Fire-ground evolution and a driving course make up the practical part of the course. The evolution portion of the course includes the use of pre-connected lines, tandem pumping, drafting, relays and master streams. Prerequisite: FFP 1301. (OA)
FFP1505: FIRE PREVENTION FFP1505 FIRE PREVENTION A study of fire inspections practices, including such items as purpose, definition, liability, authority, responsibility, organizational structure, fire courses, fire behavior, flame spread, inspection techniques, methods of conducting inspections, occupancy types, fire load, Fire Prevention Bureau certification. (OA)
FFP1540: PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION I FFP1540 PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION I A study of private fire protection and detection systems, such as sprinkler and standpipe systems, chemical extinguishing systems, detection systems and devices. Each system is discussed as to its need, construction and preventive maintenance and individual use. (OA)
FFP1824: BASIC INCIDENT MANAGEMENT FFP1824 BASIC INCIDENT MANAGEMENT You will learn the principles and features of an incident command system and how it is organized, identify incident facilities and their purposes (such as but not limited to command post, staging area, bases, camps, and heliports-helispots), describe incident management resources such as strike teams, task forces, and single resources, and common responsibilities, such as communications and forms. (OA)
FFP1825: INTERMEDIATE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT FFP1825 INTERMEDIATE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT You must be able to list and describe the duties of various positions within the incident command system, construct an incident management organization for a given incident or event, including appropriate procedures for establishing command, transferring command, and terminating an incident, demonstrate knowledge of efficient incident resource management including logistics, finance, administration, and recordkeeping, understand air operations, and demonstrate knowledge of incident planning processes. Prerequisite: FFP 1824. (OA)
FFP1832: EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO TERRORISM FFP1832 EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO TERRORISM This course includes the USFA’s NFA five-level hazardous materials training model. These levels are awareness, operations, technician, specialist, and incident command. Occasionally, the material touches on operational and managerial issues. The course will introduce first responders to the consequences of emergency response to terrorism. The response to terrorism will include, in addition to this course, basic concepts for first responders, tactical considerations, and incident management. The USFA’s response to terrorism training is consistent with the National Fire Protection Association’s Professional Qualifications 471, 472, and 473. (OA)
FFP2111: FIRE CHEMISTRY FFP2111 FIRE CHEMISTRY This course is designed to address knowledge and skills pertaining to chemistry that will be useful to the hazardous materials technician. The course features forms of matter, energy, common substances, chemical formulas/structure, bonding of atoms, molecules, isotopes, chemical reactions, and physical effects of chemical exposure to victims. Particular emphasis is placed on how this knowledge can be effectively used at a hazardous materials incident. (OA)
FFP2120: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR FIRE PROTECTION FFP2120 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR FIRE PROTECTION This course addresses the fundamentals of building construction and design, fire protection features and special considerations for fire inspection and suppression personnel. (OA)
FFP2401: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY OPERATIONS FFP2401 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY OPERATIONS This course provides basic hazardous materials identification processes, incident control techniques, personnel safety, environmental considerations and basic principals of chemistry. Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)
FFP2402: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS II FFP2402 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS II This course is a continuation of FFP 2401 and it concentrates on integrating knowledge about hazardous materials chemistry, storage, transportation, and potential release scenarios with information about local hazardous materials incident plans and response systems. Prerequisites: FFP 2401 and FFP 2111. (OA)
FFP2423: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS III FFP2423 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS III This course is a continuation of FFP 2402 and it concentrates on integrating knowledge about hazardous materials chemistry, storage, transportation, and potential release scenarios. You will be taught the use of personal protective equipment, tools, detection devises, decontamination procedures and the use of specialized equipment that will allow successful mitigation of a hazardous materials emergency. Prerequisites: FFP 2401, FFP 2402 and FFP 2111. (OA)
FFP2510: RELATED FIRE CODES AND STANDARDS FFP2510 RELATED FIRE CODES AND STANDARDS This course will familiarize you with the Life Safety Code, its purpose, scope and application to the basic classifications of occupancy. (OA)
FFP2521: BLUEPRINT READING AND PLAN EXAMINATION FFP2521 BLUEPRINT READING AND PLAN EXAMINATION This course is an introduction to architectural working drawings, reading, and interpretation. (OA)
FFP2541: PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS II FFP2541 PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS II This course is a study of pre-engineered and portable systems, extinguishing agents, inspection procedures for code compliance and enforcement, and alarm systems. (OA)
FFP2604: FIRE INVESTIGATION AND ARSON DETECTION FFP2604 FIRE INVESTIGATION AND ARSON DETECTION This course covers latent investigation practices, including such topics as sketching fire scenes, storage of explosives, fire scene personal safety, arson for profit, profiling fire setters and other topics for investigation. (OA)
FFP2606: POST BLAST INVESTIGATIONS FFP2606 POST BLAST INVESTIGATIONS This course is a study of arson crime scenes that involve explosions including laboratory procedures, chemical and physical components of explosive materials, and legal issues relative to bombings. (OA)
FFP2610: FIRE INVESTIGATION: ORIGIN AND CAUSE FFP2610 FIRE INVESTIGATION: ORIGIN AND CAUSE This course is designed to enhance the fire investigators ability to detect and determinate the origin and cause of a fire. Specific topics include fire behavior review, investigator ethics, construction, ignition sources, reading fire patterns and scene reconstruction. Special topics include electrical fire investigation, woodland fires, vehicle fires, mobile home fires, RV and boat, and ship fires. Additional topics provide special emphasis on fire scene documentation and extinguishing/alert systems. (OA)
FFP2612: FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION FFP2612 FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled. (OA)
FFP2630: LATENT INVESTIGATIONS FFP2630 LATENT INVESTIGATIONS A study of fire death and injury investigations, review of chemistry of hazardous materials, sources of information, motive for arson, and various arson sets and devices. (OA)
FFP2670: LEGAL ISSUES FOR INVESTIGATORS FFP2670 LEGAL ISSUES FOR INVESTIGATORS This course covers a study of the state statutes relating to arson, search and seizure guidelines, including case studies of Supreme Court rulings, civil court rulings, preparing an investigation case for trial, and techniques for interviewing witnesses and suspects. (OA)
FFP2702: PRINCIPLES OF EMERGENCY SERVICES 3 cr. hrs. FFP2702 PRINCIPLES OF EMERGENCY SERVICES 3 cr. hrs. This course provides an overview to fire protection; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; philosophy and history of fire. (OA)
FFP2706: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER FFP2706 PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER This course prepares you to serve effectively as an organizational spokesperson, according to current practices in the profession of public relations and numerous examples from the fire service. Particular emphasis will be placed on case studies in crisis communications and the role of the Public Information Officer’s role in the Incident Command System. (OA)
FFP2720: COMPANY OFFICER LEADERSHIP FFP2720 COMPANY OFFICER LEADERSHIP This course acquaints you with the basic aspects of leadership. Specifically, covered are those areas that deal with leadership style, communications, group dynamics, individual behavior, motivation and the various types of management currently used in the fire service community. Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)
FFP2740: FIRE SERVICE COURSE DELIVERY FFP2740 FIRE SERVICE COURSE DELIVERY This course is designed to give you an overview of effective methods and techniques used in the teaching process and an opportunity to gain experience through various practical applications. (OA)
FFP2741: FIRE SERVICE COURSE DESIGN FFP2741 FIRE SERVICE COURSE DESIGN This course covers the principles of effective curriculum design. It stresses the principles of adult learning and student-centered learning. Course includes designing courses and units that address learning, performance, and behavioral objectives is the program goal. (OA)
FFP2770: ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES IN FIREFIGHTING FFP2770 ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES IN FIREFIGHTING This course deals with the entire spectrum of issues facing today’s fire service leaders. Topics covered include; labor relations, human rights and diversity, conflicts of interest and frameworks for ethical decisions-making. (OA)
FFP2780: FIRE SERVICE ADMINISTRATION FFP2780 FIRE SERVICE ADMINISTRATION Course is designed to present the principles of management theory, and its application in the fire services area. The course is intended for you, if your area of responsibility encompasses long and short range planning, budgeting and administration. Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)
FFP2810: FIREFIGHTING TACTICS AND STRATEGIES I FFP2810 FIREFIGHTING TACTICS AND STRATEGIES I This course covers basic factors involved in coping with fire emergency and determining the best use of available resources in protecting lives and property from fire, heat and smoke. The course emphasizes the changing nature of an emergency situation and the ways in which you can evaluate the effectiveness of your proposed plan of action. Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)
FFP2811: FIREFIGHTING TACTICS AND STRATEGIES II FFP2811 FIREFIGHTING TACTICS AND STRATEGIES II This course covers multiple company operations, logistics, strategy, use of mutual aid forces and conflagration control. The course is intended for you, if you may be in command of fires and other emergencies involving close coordination of large amounts of manpower and equipment. Typical tactical situations and case histories are given. The development of critical thinking skills is stressed. Prerequisites: FFP 2810 and Certified Firefighter. (OA)
MNA2303: INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT MNA2303 INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT Course concentrates on the major issues facing the manager of public employees. These include selection and promotional process, performance appraisal systems, labor relations, employee rights and the future concerns of public sector employment. (OA)

NURSING - RN

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4	GEN ED #5
NUR1020C: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING NUR1020C FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING This course provides principles and techniques that form the foundation for nursing care. The nursing process is introduced as the framework for the application of content for meeting the basic needs of man. You will be introduced to communication skills, legal/ethical issues, professionalism, and the role of the ADN. The normal development of man from adulthood through senescence is explored with emphasis on the elderly. There are selected experiences in health care agencies and the campus nursing lab. You must earn a final grade of B or higher. Corequisites: NUR 1020L and NUR 1141C. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X	X
NUR1141C: PHARMACOLOGY NUR1141C PHARMACOLOGY This course provides principles and concepts related to pharmacology and the administration of medications to clients of all ages. Emphasis is on specific knowledge of sources of drugs, physical and chemical properties, physiological actions, metabolic rates, therapeutic uses, and nursing considerations for prototype drugs in the major drug classifications. This course provides a solid foundation to enable you to administer medications safely. Clinical simulations enable you to apply pharmacological skills and knowledge. Additional campus laboratory hours may be required. You must earn a final grade of B or higher. Corequisites: NUR 1141L and NUR 1020C. Lab Fee. (OA)			X		X
NUR1180: PRINCIPLES OF NUTRITION AND DIET THERAPY NUR1180 PRINCIPLES OF NUTRITION AND DIET THERAPY This course is designed to provide the fundamental principles and practices that are essential in nutritional care to maintain health throughout the life span. It includes assessment and application of nutrition in health care focusing on prevention and support of nutrition therapy in management of chronic diseases and metabolic disorders. In addition, principles of learning and teaching nutrition in the selection of foods required to meet the physiological and psychological needs within the economic constructs of the diverse client are presented. You must earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. (TR)	X	X			X
NUR1710C: MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN I NUR1710C MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN I This course focuses on medical-surgical nursing and related pathophysiology. The nursing process is utilized to assist adults and children to meet basic human needs while they are experiencing simple, well-defined acute and chronic medical-surgical problems. The course focuses upon the most frequently seen simple interruptions in each system including surgical intervention, fluid and electrolyte balance, shock, and the inflammatory process. There are selected experiences in health care agencies and the campus nursing lab. You must earn a final grade of B or higher. Prerequisites: NUR 1020C and NUR 1141C. Corequisite: NUR 1710L. Lab Fee. (OA)	X
NUR2003C: NURSING TRANSITION NUR2003C NURSING TRANSITION This course introduces the role of the associate’s degree nurse as it relates to the nursing process. Utilizing previous knowledge and skills and selected aspects of the nursing process, you will interact in real and simulated client situations. Emphasis is placed on interpersonal relationships and recognition of the effects of stress on the psychosocial behavior of the client. There are selected experiences in a health care agency and/or nursing lab to complement this study and to validate previous nursing skills. You must earn a final grade of B or higher. Corequisite: NUR 2003L. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X	X	X
NUR2005L: NURSING ASSESSMENT SKILLS LAB NUR2005L NURSING ASSESSMENT SKILLS LAB This lab gives you the opportunity to learn and practice history-taking and physical examination skills. Additionally the lab course focus is on refi ning physical assessment skills, health promotion techniques, and the use of clinical assessment tools and current technologies. The course also increases your ability to accurately document assessment findings. Nursing Assessment Skills Lab reinforces the seven core concepts of the Associate Degree Nursing program: competence, compassion, confi dence, conscience, commitment, communication, and culture. You must earn a final grade of B or higher. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X		X	X
NUR2209C: MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN II NUR2209C MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN II Focuses on your developing role to care for adults and children experiencing acute, chronic, and irreversible interruptions in physical and mental health. This study includes all therapeutic methods used to treat these clients. Selected clinical experiences complement this study. You must earn a final grade of B or higher. Prerequisite: NUR 2003C. Corequisites: NUR 2005C and NUR 2209L. Lab Fee. (OA)				X
NUR2404C: NURSING CARE OF PARENTS AND INFANTS NUR2404C NURSING CARE OF PARENTS AND INFANTS This course includes the basic nursing concepts required to care for families within the maternal – newborn hospital/community setting. You will develop an understanding of growth and developmental tasks and events, lifestyle, pathologies, and nursing problems related to the perinatal and neonatal period in a multicultural society. The concepts of ethics, rights and responsibilities, collaboration with others, and social involvement are addressed within the context of maternal-newborn care. In the laboratory and clinical setting, you are taught the knowledge and skills relevant to specific pathologies and nursing problems. You must earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. Prerequisites: NUR 2003C (Transition students only), NUR 2005L, and NUR 2209C. Corequisite: NUR 2403L. Lab Fee. (TR)		X
NUR2502C: NURSING CARE FOR COMMUNITY AND MENTAL HEALTH NUR2502C NURSING CARE FOR COMMUNITY AND MENTAL HEALTH This course will build on previously learned mental health concepts and interpersonal skills and will emphasize the application of the nursing process in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of the emotionally ill individual. The framework for this course is based on the seven core concepts of the Associate Degree Program. Particular emphasis will be placed on communication skills. Primary clinical experiences will be in the dual diagnosis treatment center, a regional medical center, mental health unit and behavioral health unit. You will be involved in community health service projects through various community agencies. You must earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. Prerequisites: NUR 2003C (Transition students only), NUR 2005L, and NUR 2209C. Corequisite: NUR 2502L. (TR)					X
NUR2801C: NURSING PRACTICUM NUR2801C NURSING PRACTICUM This course is a culmination of all courses in the ADN program. It allows you to transition from the role of student nurse to graduate nurse. Focus is on trends and issues to assist you to be better prepared to practice nursing in today’s world. The content includes leadership and management skills, ethical and legal responsibilities, professional growth, and preparation for licensure. The course provides experience in the clinical setting for managing and administering care to clients. You will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse preceptor. Assigned faculty are available for guidance and direction to you and/or preceptor. You must earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. Completion of comprehensive predictor exam in preparation for NCLEX® is also a course requirement. Prerequisites: NUR 2003C (Transition students only), NUR 2005L, NUR 2209C, NUR 2404C, and NUR 2502C. Corequisite: NUR 2801L. Lab Fee. (TR)	X	X	X	X	X

RADIOGRAPHY

Course	GEN ED #1	GEN ED #2	GEN ED #3	GEN ED #4	GEN ED #5
HSC1230C: METHODS OF PATIENT CARE HSC1230C METHODS OF PATIENT CARE Introduction to principles of infection control, knowledge of immunodeficiency diseases including AIDS, safety and security procedures in a medical facility, and the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required in emergency medical care situations. Prerequisite: Program Admission. Corequisites: HSC 1531, MCB 2010C, RTE 1000, RTE 1503C, RTE 1804L. Lab Fee. (OA)	X				X
RTE1418C: PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY I RTE1418C PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY I Basic principles of radiation image receptor systems, processing and a study of the factors that govern and influence the production of the radiographic image will be presented. Concepts covered will include primary exposure factor, filtration, radiographic accessories, film and processing, screens, and factors affecting radiographic quality level. Prerequisite: RTE 1000. Corequisites: RTE 1513C, RTE 1814L. (OA)		X	X	X
RTE1458: PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY II RTE1458 PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY II An overall survey of factors affecting the production of high quality radiographs. Manipulation of technical factors and use of accessory devices to produce quality radiographic images will be explored. Quality assurance evaluation methods for radiographic systems will be presented, performed, and orally reported. Prerequisite: RTE 1418C. Corequisites: RTE 1523C, RTE 1824L. (OA)		X	X
RTE1503C: RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES I RTE1503C RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES I A study of patient habitus, positioning, equipment manipulation, and radiographic quality evaluation of the chest, abdomen and upper extremity. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and communication skills related to procedure performance, patient care and radiation protection. Prerequisite: Program Admission. Corequisites: HSC 1230C, HSC 1531, RTE 1000, RTE 1804L. (OA)	X		X
RTE1513C: RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES II RTE1513C RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES II A study of patient positioning, equipment manipulation and radiographic quality evaluation of the lower extremity, spine and skull. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and communication skills related to procedure performance, patient care and radiation protection. Prerequisite: RTE 1503C. Corequisites: RTE 1418C, RTE 1814L. (OA)	X		X
RTE1523C: RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES III RTE1523C RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES III A study of patient positioning, equipment manipulation and radiographic quality evaluation of contrast procedures of the gastrointestinal and urinary systems. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and communication skills related to patient care and radiation protection. Prerequisite: RTE 1513C. Corequisites: RTE 1458, RTE 1824L. (OA)	X
RTE1804L: RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION I RTE1804L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION I Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluation of professional interaction and performance of routine radiographic procedures with emphasis on radiation protection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic technique, image processing procedures and image quality evaluation. Prerequisite: Program Admission. Corequisites: HSC 1230C, HSC 1531, RTE 1000, RTE 1503C. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X
RTE1814L: RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION II RTE1814L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION II Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluation of professional interaction and performance of routine radiographic procedures with emphasis on radiation protection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic technique, image processing procedures and image quality evaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 1804L. Corequisites: RTE 1418C, RTE 1513C. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X
RTE1824L: RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION III RTE1824L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION III Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluation of professional interaction and performance of routine radiographic procedures with emphasis on radiation protection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic technique, image processing procedures and image quality evaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 1814L. Corequisites: RTE 1458, RTE 1523C. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X
RTE2061: RADIOGRAPHIC SEMINAR RTE2061 RADIOGRAPHIC SEMINAR Course is designed to provide a forum for your research and review of all aspects of radiography. Prerequisite: RTE 2563. Corequisite: RTE 2854L. (OA)		X	X	X
RTE2385: RADIATION BIOLOGY AND PROTECTION RTE2385 RADIATION BIOLOGY AND PROTECTION Study of effects of ionizing radiation on biologic systems. Investigates responses at cellular and total organism level. Presents protection measures and regulations for all types of ionizing radiation. Prerequisite: RTE 2533. Corequisites: RTE 2563, RTE 2844L. (OA)		X	X	X
RTE2533: RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES IV RTE2533 RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES IV A study of patient procedures and radiographic quality evaluation of semi-special vascular and nonvascular procedures, including mammography, conventional tomography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills as related to procedure performance, patient care and radiation protection. Written communication skills are demonstrated through preparation of journal article reports and a research paper. Prerequisite: RTE 1523C. Corequisites: RTE 2782, RTE 2834L. (OA)	X		X
RTE2563: PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY III RTE2563 PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY III A study of the physical principles and application of imaging equipment: radiographic/fluoroscopic, computed tomography, digital imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, and radiology departmental computerization. Prerequisites: RTE 1458, RTE 2533. Corequisites: RTE 2385, RTE 2844L. (OA)		X	X	X
RTE2609: PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY IV RTE2609 PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY IV		X
RTE2763: INTRODUCTION TO SECTIONAL ANATOMY AND COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY RTE2763 INTRODUCTION TO SECTIONAL ANATOMY AND COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY		X
RTE2782: RADIOGRAPHIC PATHOLOGY RTE2782 RADIOGRAPHIC PATHOLOGY Course content will provide you with and introduction to the concept of disease. Pathology and disease as it relates to various radiographic procedures will be discussed. Assignments include oral case presentations. Prerequisite: RTE 1523C. Corequisites: RTE 2533, RTE 2834L. (OA)		X	X	X
RTE2834L: RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION IV RTE2834L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION IV Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluation of professional interaction and performance of routine radiographic procedures with emphasis on radiation protection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic technique, image processing procedures and image quality evaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 1824L. Corequisites: RTE 2533, RTE 2782. (OA)	X	X		X
RTE2844L: RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION V RTE2844L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION V Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluation of professional interaction and performance of routine radiographic procedures with emphasis on radiation protection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic technique, image processing procedures and image quality evaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 2834L. Corequisites: RTE 2385, RTE 2563. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X		X
RTE2854L: RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION VI RTE2854L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION VI Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluation of professional interaction and performance of routine radiographic procedures with emphasis on radiation protection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic technique, image processing procedures and image quality evaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 2844L. Corequisite: RTE 2061. Lab Fee. (OA)	X	X		X

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