2022-2023 EGCC Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    May 11, 2024  
2022-2023 EGCC Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Description Guide


Courses are arranged alphabetically by course code category. All courses carry a lab, materials, or participation fee. Please refer to the course schedule each semester for fee listings. Not all courses are offered every semester or every year.

A prerequisite course is a course that is required prior to taking an advanced course. Courses requiring a prerequisite have those prerequisites listed below their course descriptions in the course description guide in this catalog. Students may bypass some prerequisites through placement testing, ACT and SAT scores, Advanced Placement credits, and proficiency examinations.

A co-requisite course is a course that is required to be taken at the same time as another course. The courses designated as co-requisite courses have skills or outcomes that are designed to support and enhance the learning within each other. In order for those courses to be successful, they should be taken at the same time, in the same semester.

 

English/Literature

  
  • ENG 101 - English Composition I


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to improve writing skills and to introduce basic research skills. Emphasis is placed on writing that is appropriate to the situation and audience in content, organization, tone, and style. Students learn the strategies associated with composing: brainstorming, free writing, clustering, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading. Students are required to produce a variety of essays demonstrating skill and are introduced to library and online research methods. A short research paper using MLA documentation is required. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/events that relate to course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 095  
  
  • ENG 101A - English Composition I with 1 hr. Support


    Credits: 4

    This course will provide co-requisite support for students requiring remediation in writing. Students will split their time between regular and computer classrooms, where they will develop basic word-processing and electronic communication skills. This four-hour credit version of ENG 101  emphasizes the development of college-level writing, invention, organizational strategies, revision, proofreading, and editing techniques. Grading is ABCDF, but students must earn a “C” or better to fulfill the General Education requirement and continue to ENG 102 

    Prerequisites: Student test into the course
  
  • ENG 102 - English Composition II


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed for transfer for associate degree students in science and arts. The course focuses on argument and on how to approach essay writing and essay exams in the various disciplines. Students read and respond to essays, articles, and literature that illustrate argument and/or the various academic disciplines. Students are required to produce writing demonstrating these skills. Students are introduced to APA style of documentation, and are required to produce a full-length research paper. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  
  
  • ENG 103 - Business Communications


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to cover the writing projects that are required in the business world. Writing projects focus on business communication needs such as memos, letters, requests, order, and electronic mail. Topics include proper format, psychology of “customer service,” job interviewing techniques, legal issues of the workplace, resume writing, and online research techniques. A researched business report is required.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  
  
  • ENG 104 - Technical and Professional Writing


    Credits: 3

    This course is especially intended for students in technologies. The course is writing-intensive and requires a full- length research paper on a technical subject or a full-length study presented in a manner appropriate to the sciences. It also requires the writing of technical documents such as proposals, instruction, feasibility and informational reports, letters, and memos. Collaborative projects are also included along with correct formatting, electronic communication requirements and issues, and the use of graphic aids in workplace documents.

    Theory: 3
  
  • ENG 151 - Creative Writing


    Credits: 3

    This course will introduce students to basic techniques and styles used by poets and fiction writers. Students will develop a portfolio of their own writings. Invention exercises and strategies will be emphasized, along with elements of style, plot, character development and theme. Students will also study the works of published writers as models. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 201 - Introduction to Literature


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces students to major forms of literature, poetry, drama, short stories, novels, and/or film and has them responding to these works with critical thought combined with personal insight ad interpretation. Emphasis is on articulating responses and analyses through journal writing, in-class short essay responses, classroom discussions, and out of class essays Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Corequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills

  
  • ENG 202 - Survey of World Literature


    Credits: 3

    Explores the great works of world literature in their historical contexts so that students may discover the variety and development of human thought and feeling in various cultures. Works of the Classical, Medieval, and Renaissance periods as well as the Neoclassical, Romantic, Modern, and Post-Modern eras in Europe as well as those from Asia, Africa, and Latin America will be covered in this course. Readings will include the forms of poetry, drama and fiction. This is a writing-intensive course requiring outside papers and essay tests. Approximately 80 percent of the course is devoted to the study of literature, while 20 percent of the course will be devoted to research projects and literary criticism.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 203 - Special Topics in Literature


    Credits: 3

    This course will offer fiction, poetry, essays and drama selected for specific college programs or career areas. Possible special topics might include: business literature, children’s literature, women in literature, ethics in the business world, industrialization and the individual, and the environment. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 205 - Women in Literature


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the images of women in literature from an historical, critical and thematic perspective is offered. Course focus will be on the stories, poems, and plays in American and British literature. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/ events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 207 - Film and Literature


    Credits: 3

    This course will examine the various and complex relationships between literature and film. The language of film, the ways film has and does borrow from literature, and the criteria for artistic merit of a film will be studied. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or concurrent enrollment
  
  • ENG 208 - Short Stories


    Credits: 3

    A study of short fiction from significant writers on six continents, the course focuses on theme and character analysis, plotting and style features. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 212 - Environmental Literature


    Credits: 3

    The focus of this course is on the reading of essays, poems, stories and plays that explore environmental issues or that examine the relationship between human beings and their environments.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 220 - Modern Poetry


    Credits: 3

    Focus is on the study of modern poetry and its dominant themes. This course will also analyze the forms, images and sounds of poetry. Course may require participation in outside classroom activities/ events that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 252 - Survey British Literature I


    Credits: 3

    This course will study major British works from the Anglo-Saxon period to the late 18th century. In addition to reading and interpreting a wide variety of literature, the course also will focus on the literary movements and culture of this period. Critical writing will be required. This course may require participation in activities and events outside the classroom that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 253 - Survey British Literature II


    Credits: 3

    This course will study major British works from the late 18th century to the modern period. In addition to reading and interpreting a wide variety of literature, the course also will focus on the literary movements and culture of this period. Critical writing will be required. This course may require participation in activities and events outside the classroom that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 254 - American Literature I: Early Period


    Credits: 3

    This course is an examination of various writers and their styles from the historical standpoint from the Colonial period in the early 17th century to 1865. The student will gain an appreciation of our literary heritage and writing styles through active classroom discussions and sharing personal interpretations from the reading of various works in different genres. Critical writing will be required. This course may require participation in activities and events outside the classroom that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills
  
  • ENG 255 - American Literature II: Late Period


    Credits: 3

    This course is an examination of various writers and their styles from the historical standpoint from 1865 to the present. The student will gain an appreciation of our literary heritage and writing styles through active classroom discussions and sharing personal interpretations from the reading of various works in different genres. Critical writing will be required. This course may require participation in activities and events outside the classroom that relate to the course outcomes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: ENG 101  or demonstrated writing skills

Environmental Science

  
  • ENV 101 - Introduction to Environmental Science


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to the interlinkages of nature with substantive materials from geology, biology, chemistry, physics, economics, anthropology, political sciences and many other areas. The role of humans as destroyers and conservationists in nature will be studied. Natural- and human-caused hazards and prevention will be investigated. This course will also provide an overview of the dynamics of the abiotic factors contributing to ecosystem structure and function. The course will include water resources and flood hazards, environmental hazards, soils, and waste management. It will deal both with natural factors and environments that have been affected by human intervention, as well as conservation of the resources on which society depends. Selected exercises designed to reinforce concepts including experiments, exercises, and field trips to introduce students to hands-on observation of significant environmental issues. The course has four required half-day field trips and one required full-day field trip.

    Theory: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • ENV 102 - Environment Sustainability


    Credits: 3

    This course will introduce students to the science of sustainability. It includes an overview of the origins of the concept of environmental sustainability and the development of sustainability science as an independent discipline and investigates the methodologies used by scientists to develop sustainable systems. The course also will explore the sustainability of technological advances in global food production. Topics include the origins of agriculture, soil energy and conservation, industrial vs. organic agriculture, integrated pest management, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and biofuels. An overview of various renewable and non-renewable energy resources, their distribution, availability, patterns of use, and impact on the environment will be addressed. Students will evaluate relative energy efficiencies, as well as political and economic impacts on energy.

    Theory: 3
  
  • ENV 103 - Environmental Field Biology


    Credits: 4

    Instrumental analysis of samples from aquatic systems involving automated calorimetry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, gas chromatography, ion chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography. Students will learn basic analytical techniques and apply them in group projects investigating real world water quality problems.

    Theory: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • ENV 106 - Environmental Principles of Water Resources


    Credits: 4

    This course will cover the components of a water-quality study, within the focus of a watershed. This course will also cover design concepts for environmental studies, sample collection, and aspects of data analysis. Students will conduct field sampling and laboratory exercises involving commonly measured properties in water studies. The course also will include a review of potable water resources including the treatment of drinking water, and the post treatment of waste water. Other issues covered include the impacts of both urban water runoff and agricultural uses of water with a thorough review if the Clean Water Act that governs such policy.

    Theory: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • ENV 107 - Environmental Geology


    Credits: 3

    This course will investigate the complex interactions between humans and their geologic environment. Students will examine environmental aspects of natural hazards, surface processes, geologic resources, and local geology. Hands-on activities, field work, computer analysis, and student presentations will be an integral part of the course.

    Theory: 3
  
  • ENV 108 - Environmental and Natural Resources Policy


    Credits: 3

    Historical, ethical, economic, legal and policy aspects of environmental science are analyzed with an emphasis on their interrelationships. Various strategies of pollution abatement are considered.

    Theory: 3
  
  • ENV 110 - Green Infrastructure


    Credits: 3 ▲

     

    This course will focus on green infrastructure as it pertains to increasing ecofriendly alternatives to outdated infrastructure with the preservation of water and soils as the major goal. Green infrastructure including urban planning, small community planning of green spaces, rain gardens, ecoroofs, and porous pavement, that will mimic the natural water cycle and provide additional social, economic, and environmental benefits. This online course features case studies, demonstration projects and interactive tools to prepare both novice and experienced professionals with the knowledge and resources they need for successful green infrastructure implementation A particular area of focus will be the relationship of green infrastructure for improving hydrology and riparian corridors as part of comprehensive green space planning for recreation and cultural resources. The course will look at a wide range of systems including water, transportation, and food systems. A case study approach will be used to study green infrastructure projects both domestically and internationally from a planning and policy perspective, as well as implementation. 

    Theory: 3 Credits

  
  • ENV 201 - Current Issues in Environmental Science Seminar


    Credits: 3

    This course will consider biological and social issues underlying contemporary environmental problems. Students will be provided with an overview of nascent discipline of conservation biology. Case studies from around the nation (e. g. , clean-up of Lake Washington, Lake Erie, Exxon Valdez oil spill, spotted owl fracas, BP oil in the Gulf, Hurricane Katrina, and Hurricane Sandy) which will form fodder for discussions of the scientific and human elements of environmental decision-making are explored. Students will also be provided with exposure to current scientific research and policy initiatives. Course will include presentations by researchers, discussion of recent literature, and participation in educational workshops.

    Theory: 3
  
  • ENV 202 - Environmental Soil Biology


    Credits: 4

    This course will incorporate the principles of plant nutrition, soil nutrient availability, soil testing, and the principles of soil-plant- animal interactions and their influences on environmental and agricultural issues of global significance, sustainable agriculture, global climate change, and diversity conservation. The principles of soil chemistry, physics and biology will be used to determine the effects of soil management, agrichemical usage, livestock production, and vegetation on the environment using scales ranging from microsite to watershed. Soil will be studied as a three-phase system to include physical principles and measurements of soil properties, including density, texture, structure, water content, heat capacity, and transport coefficients, with the relationships of urban, agricultural and industrial contamination. This course will provide the physical, chemical and biological fate and transport processes of pollution in soils and to neighboring water bodies by use of modeling and application to landscape scale.

    Theory: 4
  
  • ENV 206 - Global Perspectives in Alternative Energy Sources


    Credits: 3

    This course will provide a global perspective to society’s present needs and future energy demands. This course will provide an introduction to energy systems and renewable energy resources, with a scientific examination of the energy field and an emphasis on alternative energy sources, their technology and application. The course will examine conventional energy sources and systems, including fossil fuels and nuclear energy, and then focus on alternate, renewable energy sources such as solar, biomass (conversions), wind power, geothermal and hydro.

    Theory: 3

Fire Science

  
  • FIR 101 - Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services


    Credits: 3

    This course gives the learner and extensive and comprehensive view concerning fire protection and emergency services; career openings in, not only fire protection, but corresponding fields; the prevalent culture and history of emergency services; fire loss concepts and analysis; the structure and function of both public and private fire safety services fire departments as they relate to and with local governments; regulations that affect fire services; fire service terminology; particular and explicit fire protection functions; fundamental fire chemistry, both inorganic and organic, along with physics basic introduction to fire safety systems; introduction to fire strategies, and lifesaving procedures

    Theory: 3
  
  • FIR 103 - Fire Protection and Detection Systems


    Credits: 3

    This course provides data concerning the design facets relating to the operations of fire alarm devices and their organizational groupings, water-based fire extermination systems, unique elimination systems for both electric and gas fires, water supplies for fire suppression, and portable fire extinguishers.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 104  FIR 121  
  
  • FIR 104 - Fire Prevention


    Credits: 3

    This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include; history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of fire prevention bureau, and the application of codes and standards, plans review, fire inspections, fire and life safety education and fire investigations.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 101 , FIR 111 , FIR 120  
  
  • FIR 105 - Occupational Safety and Health for Emergency Services


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency services organizations. Topics include risk and hazard evaluation and control procedures for emergency services organizations.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 101 , FIR 111 , FIR 120  
  
  • FIR 111 - Building Constructions for Fire and Life Safety


    Credits: 3

    This course examines the multiple components of building construction that relates to a firefighter and his safety. The facets of construction and their design elements are shown to be key factors when inspecting structures, preplanning fire operations, and operating safely during emergencies.

    Theory: 3
  
  • FIR 120 - Public Sector Community Relations and Customer Service


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to focus on the importance of effective community and public relation issues regarding the education planning process for the general public. It focuses on customer service and customer relation issues, research, ethics, and effective communication with all involved.

    Theory: 3
  
  • FIR 121 - Combustion Processes and Fire Behavior


    Credits: 3

    This course investigates the theories and basics of how and why fires begin, spread, and, are hopefully controlled, so that minimal damage occurs.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 101 , FIR 120 
  
  • FIR 201 - Fire Service Hydraulics


    Credits: 3

    This course lays out a foundation of knowledge, both theoretical and practical, in order for the student to understand the principles of the use of water in fire suppression and the knowledge to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and solve water supply dilemmas.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 120   
  
  • FIR 202 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services


    Credits: 3

    This course will address the federal, state and local laws that regulate emergency services and include a review of national standards, regulations and consensus standards.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 104 FIR 121 , FIR 105   
  
  • FIR 203 - Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Administration


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the student to the organization and management of a fire and emergency services department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis is placed on fire and emergency services ethics and leadership from the perspective of the company officer.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 104 , FIR 121 , FIR 105 
  
  • FIR 220 - Fire Ground Strategy and Tactics


    Credits: 3

    This course provides the fundamental rules of fire ground control through the correct usage of personnel, tools, and extinguishing agents.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 103  FIR 201  FIR 202  FIR 203  
  
  • FIR 230 - Fire Investigation Methods


    Credits: 3

    This course is intended to give the student the basic technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and factual reporting, scene security, motives of the arsonist, and types of fire causes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 202  
  
  • FIR 231 - Hazardous Materials Operations and Command


    Credits: 3

    This course provides the student with the opportunity to explore hazardous materials through the lens of emergency services preparedness and response. This course reviews terminology, concepts, and best practices in relation to emergency services response to hazardous materials and related incidents at the awareness and operations level.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 101  FIR 120  
  
  • FIR 240 - Emergency Services Safety and Survival


    Credits: 3

    This course is to introduce the basic principles and history concerning national firefighter life safety initiatives and focuses on the need for cultural and behavioral changes necessary within the emergency service that is involved.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: FIR 103  

General Science

  
  • GSC 101 - Introduction to Physical Science


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry, physics and nuclear physics is offered. Intended for the non-science major, this course requires a minimum of science or mathematics background.

    Theory: 3
    Lab: 2
    Notes: Not open for credit toward graduation in science, health, or engineering areas
  
  • GSC 102 - Science and the Environment


    Credits: 4

    For the non-science major, an introductory course concerned with the science concepts behind the 20th and 21st century environmental issues such as the ozone layer, global warming, acid rain and others. Chemical phenomena methodology and theory are set in the context of social, political and economic issues. Laboratory activities familiarize each student with basic analysis techniques.

    Theory: 3
    Lab: 2
    Notes: Not open for credit toward graduation in science, health, or engineering areas
  
  • GSC 107 - Technology for Professional/Personal Use


    Credits: 3

    This course exposes the student to the use of various computer software for professional and personal use. Included is the use of spreadsheets, databases, e-mail, financial software and the Internet.

    Theory: 3
  
  • GSC 299 - Special Topics in Science


    Credits: 1-4

    This course is designed to introduce topics of special interest as well as new technologies. Students will have the opportunity to study scientific subject matter not covered in other courses. Course may be repeated; however, those students repeating the same “Special Topics” course must notify the registrar. Prerequisite coursework and/or permission of the instructor may be required.

    Theory: 1-4
    Lab: 1-4

Geography

  
  • GEO 101 - World Geography


    Credits: 3

    A study and comparison of geographic conditions and differences as they relate to social, cultural, economic and political developments. Selected world regions will be studied.

    Theory: 3
  
  • GEO 102 - Physical Geography


    Credits: 3

    A study of the physical features and complex geographic systems of the Earth’s surface. Topics will include the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. The environmental impact resulting from the interaction between humans and the Earth’s physical systems will be covered.

    Theory: 3
  
  • GEO 201 - Human/Cultural Geography


    Credits: 3

    A study of how and why humans have settled in the regions of the world and how their cultures have varied in relation to their different geographic settings. It examines the ways in which material culture, government, religion, language, economy have metamorphosed from one place to another. It also analyzes the similarities between different regions and cultures.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: GEO 101  or GEO 102  

Geology

  
  • GEL 101 - Introduction to Geology


    Credits: 4

    This course deals with the origin, composition, and structure of the Earth. It deals with the composition and structure of the Earth’s interior; identification of common minerals and the three major rock groups; the concepts and processes of the evolution of various surface features of the Earth. This course serves the needs of non-science majors who are required to complete one or more science courses.

    Theory: 3
    Lab: 2
  
  • GEL 111 - Earth Science


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to the fundamental principles of astronomy, geology, meteorology and oceanography. A review of the geologic time line also will be included.

    Theory: 4
    Notes: Not open for credit toward graduation in science, health, or engineering areas

Health Sciences

  
  • HSC 101 - Medical Terminology


    Credits: 2

    This course is designed to equip the student with a working knowledge of the most common root words, prefixes and suffixes in medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on spelling, pronunciation, use of the medical dictionary, vocabulary building and common abbreviations. This course is offered in the traditional classroom or online.

    Theory: 2
    Prerequisites: ENG placement testing and computer literacy; a minimum grade of “C” is required for all health students
  
  • HSC 102 - First Aid/CPR


    Credits: 1

    How to recognize and respond to an emergency until medical help arrives; care for respiratory and cardiac emergencies for people of all ages; prevention of disease transmission, first aid skills and use of an automated external defibrillator are taught. Attendance of all scheduled classes is mandatory in order to meet course requirements. AHA certificates for Blood borne Pathogens, First Aid and CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers after satisfactory completion of course requirements.

    Theory: 20 Theory/Lab Total
  
  • HSC 103 - Law and Ethics


    Credits: 1

    Legal aspects including legislation, statutes, licensure, malpractice and arbitration are presented. Ethical conduct, issues and bioethics also are covered with application in the medical office.

    Theory: 1
  
  • HSC 104 - Medical Insurance


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to present a practical approach to insurance billing. Students will abstract information from patient records to complete an insurance claim accurately. Content includes basic medical and insurance abbreviations and terms; the most characteristic types of insurance coverage available in the U. S. (unemployment compensation, disability, worker’s compensation, industrial insurance, federal Medicare, state Medicaid, group plans such as Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Champus); computerized billing; and physician’s personal insurance.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HSC 106 - Administrative Medical Office Skills


    Credits: 3

    This computerized medical office practices course includes scheduling of patients, filing, typing and transcription techniques necessary to keep accurate financial records. Insurance forms as well as hospital forms will be included. The use of coding reference materials will be used to complete medical, patient and insurance records on a computer.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HSC 108 - Nurse Aide TCE Program


    Credits: 5

    This course is designed to provide specialized entry-level employment with long-term nursing/health care and retirement agencies as a nurse aide. The nurse aide is responsible for providing direct resident care under supervision of a registered nurse. The program provides theory, laboratory practice, and supervised patient care (clinical) as required by the Ohio Department of Health. After successful completion of the entire course, the student will be eligible to take the Ohio competency examination. This course requires 100 percent attendance. Students must purchase the required textbook.

    Theory: 4.5
    Lab: 1
  
  • HSC 122 - ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support


    Credits: 1

    This course provides healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills to intervene in adult advanced cardiac and respiratory emergencies.

    Theory: 1
    Prerequisites: Current BLS certification
  
  • HSC 123 - PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support


    Credits: 1

    This course provides healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills to intervene in pediatric advanced cardiac and respiratory emergencies.

    Theory: 1
    Prerequisites: Current BLS certification

History

  
  • HIS 101 - World Civilization I


    Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of human cultural development from earliest times to 1700. Emphasis will be on the musical, artistic, religious, and cultural achievements of these groups. Key individuals, societies, and historic developments will also be examined.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HIS 102 - World Civilization II


    Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of human cultural development since 1500. Emphasis will be on the musical, artistic, religious, and cultural achievements of these groups. Key individuals, societies, and historic developments will also be examined.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HIS 104 - U. S. History


    Credits: 3

    A survey of United States history through 1877, the course covers the description and analysis of the major factors accounting for the transformation of the earliest settlements into a sovereign national power. Emphasis is placed on the role of immigration and the economic and political forces that shaped the United States.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HIS 105 - U. S. History


    Credits: 3

    A survey of United States history since 1877 is offered in this course which covers the description and analysis of the rise of corporations, the development of an urban labor force, the changing role of government, and the integration of the United States into a global political and economic system.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HIS 201 - African-American History


    Credits: 3

    This course will familiarize the student with African-American history from its roots in the early West African civilizations to American slavery and freedom, and ending with the modern civil rights movement and the present- day character of and challenges to the African-American community.

    Theory: 3

Hospitality

  
  • HOS 101 - Fundamentals of Food Service Industry


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the student to the methodologies and tools used to control costs and purchase supplies. This course helps the student evaluate the purchasing, planning, and control processes in the food and beverage industry. The primary focus is on supplier selection, planning, and controlling costs, with an introduction to the study of sustainable products and approaches. Topics include planning and controlling costs using budgeting techniques, standard costing, standardized recipes, performance measurements, and food, beverage, and labor controls.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HOS 102 - Fundamentals of Food Safety


    Credits: 3

    This course is an introduction to food and environmental sanitation and safety in a food production area. Attention is focused on food-borne illnesses and their origins and on basic safety procedures followed in the food service industry.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HOS 200 - Food and Beverage Operations


    Credits: 3

    This course addresses front-of-the-house operations. It is designed to provide students with an introduction from a managerial perspective of providing exceptional service to increasingly sophisticated and demanding guests. Students will survey of the world’s leading wines classified by type, as well as other distilled beverages. Topics covered include the management and training of personnel to be responsible, professional alcohol servers, product knowledge, the income statement, job descriptions, sales forecasting and cost control. The students will produce a complete dining room and bar operation manual. This project should be saved on a diskette or jump drive, as it will be used during Capstone or the development of a business plan.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HOS 201 - Hotel and Convention Management


    Credits: 3

    This course focuses on a common body of knowledge in hospitality management and skills involved in planning and managing meetings and conventions. The course will prepare students for leadership roles in the industry, while utilizing interpersonal skills to manage employees in a hospitality setting, with some emphasis on meeting types and markets.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HOS 202 - Event Management


    Credits: 3

    This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of catering, special events, and sales in the hospitality industry. It will provide an understanding of the catering role within the hospitality industry and the various catering disciplines. Students will also examine practices and topics such as identification and analysis of contracts, checklists, legal considerations, staffing and training, food production, and sanitation.

    Theory: 3
  
  • HOS 203 - Food Service Management


    Credits: 3

    This course focuses on supplier selection, planning, and controlling costs, with an introduction to the study of sustainable products and approaches. It will introduce the student to the methods and tools used to control costs and purchase supplies. Topics include planning and controlling costs using budgeting techniques, standard costing, standardized recipes, performance measurements, and food, beverage, and labor cost controls.

    Theory: 3

Interactive Digital Media

  
  • IDM 111 - Web Languages


    Credits: 3

    This course in web site development is designed to introduce the theory, history, and application of markup and scripting languages used in the creation of web sites. Languages covered include version 5 of Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML5), version 3 of Cascading Style sheets (CSS 3), and JavaScript. Additional topics such as working with a web server, file-upload, image editing, and calculating download time are also covered. Students develop a web site using the languages covered as a major project. Assignments require additional time outside the classroom.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: MTH 095  or higher
  
  • IDM 121 - Interactive Media Programming


    Credits: 3

    This course is an introductory course in computer programming designed to enhance the student’s ability to master more complex interactive media programming such as ActionScript. Topics include logic, program design, flowcharting, objects, classes, variables, decision structures, loops, arrays, and lists. A major project is required. Assignments require additional time outside of class.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: MTH 095  or higher
  
  • IDM 131 - Modern Storytelling


    Credits: 3

    This course teaches the fundamentals of dramatic storytelling. Stories that you read work very differently than stories you see. For example, novels work very differently than films, plays, television shows, or games. Each of the visual mediums works slightly differently, yet all of them share more similarities when compared to written fiction.

    Theory: 3
  
  • IDM 135 - Games Through The Ages


    Credits: 3

    Whether we play alone or with friends, almost everyone enjoys a good game. From Candyland to Fantasy Football, games entertain us and challenge us, but their impact throughout history goes much deeper. In this course you will learn that games reflect the social, religious, political and economic elements of every society’s culture. You will also have the opportunity to construct game boards developed by ancient civilizations and to demonstrate knowledge of game rules by accurately applying them. The designs of new and old games will be compared and contrasted.

    Theory: 3
  
  • IDM 201 - Digital Images


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces students to the creation and editing of bitmap and vector graphics. Industry standard software such as Photoshop and Illustrator are used as tools in this class. Students will complete a major project. Additional time is required beyond class time.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: MTH 095  or higher
  
  • IDM 202 - Digital Graphics


    Credits: 3

    Editing and creation of vector graphics is the focus of this course which covers the objectives for the Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) exam for Adobe Illustrator. Students will complete a major project. Assignments require additional time outside the classroom.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: MTH 095  or higher
  
  • IDM 203 - Digital Animation


    Credits: 3

    Editing and creation of digital animations is the focus of this course which covers the objectives for the Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) exam for Adobe Flash. Topics include drawing, tweening, and basic ActionScript. Students will complete a major project. Assignments require additional time outside the classroom.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: IDM 121  and MTH 095  or higher
  
  • IDM 204 - Digital Video Production


    Credits: 3

    The creation, manipulation, editing, and production of video for use on the World Wide Web or other electronic distribution are the focus of this course. Students use hardware such as digital video camera, videotape, and capture cards and industry standard software such as Adobe Premiere to create short films. Students will write, edit, and produce a major project consisting of an original movie as well as a portfolio of other projects. Additional time beyond regular class time will be required to complete assignments and projects.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: IDM 111 
  
  • IDM 205 - Digital Publishing


    Credits: 3

    Creation and editing of printed material in a digital environment is the focus of this course. Topics include page layout, electronic typesetting, and the CMYK color model. Students will complete a major project. Assignments require additional time outside the classroom.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: MTH 095  or higher
  
  • IDM 211 - Web Site Development


    Credits: 3

    Creation and editing of Web sites using state-of-the-art site management software is the focus of this course which covers the objectives for the Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) exam for Adobe Dreamweaver. Web site development theory is covered extensively including such topics as branding, mind mapping, and site usability. Students will complete a major project. Additional time is required to complete assignments outside of class.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: IDM 111  and MTH 095  or higher
  
  • IDM 221 - Advanced Web Languages: PHP Programming


    Credits: 3

    Editing and creation of interactive web sites using PHP and server-side scripting is the focus of this course. Students will complete a major project. Assignments require additional time outside the classroom.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: IDM 111 , IDM 121 
  
  • IDM 251 - Capstone in Internet and Digital Media Design


    Credits: 1

    The capstone course is designed to bring together all of the knowledge and skills gained in the Internet and Interactive Digital Media program. Students will develop their portfolio, write and prepare for their career as a media designer. This course is required for graduation for all Internet and Interactive Digital Media students and should be taken in the student’s final semester. The completion of the final graduation portfolio is the major project in this course.

    Theory: 1
    Prerequisites: 15 Credits of IDM courses including IDM 201 , IDM 203 , IDM 211  and IDM 221 
  
  • IDM 275A - Game Design Studio


    Credits: 3

    Course will show students what it takes to play and create their own complex games. Students who are interested in entering the industry will benefit from this in-depth approach. Planning, organization, and writing skills will be emphasized, and projects will accompany what is covered in every unit. The game designs will be “pencil and paper” games, built as hands-on prototypes. This will allow students to concentrate on Game Design, rather than learning a new (digital) tool. Using standard art supplies will allow students to rapidly prototype, playtest, and revise games faster than any other way.

    Theory: 3
  
  • IDM 275B - Game Production and Marketing


    Credits: 3

    Course is for individual who wish to understand the entire process of designing a game, marketing a game, and finally, getting that game into the hands of customers who wish to play the game. With the rise of the video game industry, many gamers are inspired to work in it, but some people may believe there is only one job in the industry, that of game designer/programmer. While that job is crucial, and is actually two jobs, game designer and game programmer, there are many other jobs in the industry. During this course, students will explore team roles and collaboratively create a game; students will gain a greater understanding of where these roles fit in the game production and marketing business.

    Theory: 3

Italian

  
  • ITL 101 - Elementary Italian I


    Credits: 4

    This course is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication. Students accomplish real-world communicative tasks in culturally appropriate ways as they gain familiarity with products, practices, and perspectives of the target culture (s). Students learn grammar, vocabulary, and structures to enable them to meet functional performance goals at this level and to build a foundation for continues language learning. During this course, students generally perform in the Novice range, although a few abilities may emerge in the Intermediate range.

    Theory: 4
  
  • ITL 102 - Elementary Italian II


    Credits: 4

    This course is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication. Students accomplish real-world communicative tasks in culturally appropriate ways as they gain familiarity with products, practices, and perspectives of the target culture (s). Students learn grammar, vocabulary, and structures to enable them to meet functional performance goals at this level and to build a foundation for continued language learning. During this course, students perform better and stronger in the Novice range while some abilities emerge in the Intermediate Range.

    Theory: 4
    Prerequisites: Elementary Italian
  
  • ITL 201 - Intermediate Italian


    Credits: 4

    This course is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication. Students accomplish real-world communicative tasks in culturally appropriate ways as they gain familiarity with products, practices, and perspectives of the target culture (s). Students learn grammar, vocabulary, and structures to enable them to meet functional performance goals at this level and to build a foundation for continued language learning. During this course, students can consistently perform in the Novice range while more abilities emerge in the Intermediate Range.

    Theory: 4
    Prerequisites: Elementary Italian II
  
  • ITL 202 - Intermediate Italian II


    Credits: 4

    This course is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication. Students accomplish real-world communicative tasks in culturally appropriate ways as they gain familiarity with products, practices, and perspectives of the target culture (s). Students learn grammar, vocabulary, and structures to enable them to meet functional performance goals at this level and to build a foundation for continued language learning. During this course, students perform better and stronger in the Intermediate range while a few abilities emerge in the Advanced Range.

    Theory: 4
    Prerequisites: Intermediate Italian

Machining

  
  • MAC 200 - Drafting for Machining


    Credits: 3

    This is a basic course in mechanical drawing. Emphasis is on drafting theory, conventional practices and techniques. Course content includes lines, sketching, geometric constructions, orthographic projection, dimensioning, primary auxiliary views, sections, isometric pictorials and overview of CAD. This course provides an exploration of the basics of hand tools, understanding drawings, manual machines and layout. Upon completion of this course the student will be able to interpret drawing information, describe basic symbols and notation and interpret basic GD&T feature control frames. Teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving are emphasized. Hands-on experience and practical applications are included.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: Requirement to test for NIMS Machining Level I Preparation Guide, Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout
  
  • MAC 201 - Introduction to Machining Processes


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to build a foundation in precision machining. Classroom discussion focuses on theory, terminology, calculations, machine tool set-up, machine operation, and safety. Blueprint reading, layout, inspection, shop math, and safety will also be incorporated. This course provides an exploration of the basics in machining, raw materials, use of hand tools, safety and maintenance. Topics include an overview of measurement techniques, materials, safety, machine tool math, quality control and maintenance. Teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving are emphasized. Hands-on experience and practical applications are included.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: Students will be required to test for NIMS Machining Level I Measurement, Materials, and Safety
  
  • MAC 202 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes Manual Milling


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces students to the milling machine and the drill press, including parts and operation as well as application. Students learn the basic setup and operation of the vertical milling machine, its accessories and attachments, speeds and feeds, metal cutting techniques, drilling and reaming. Students mill parts to specification using appropriate safety procedures.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: Students will be required to test for NIMS Performance Standards Vertical Milling Level I and Performance Standards Drill Press
  
  • MAC 203 - Introduction to Manufacturing Manual Lathe Process


    Credits: 3

    This course exposes students to the lathe, from basic care and operation through advanced complex turning. Students learn about the lathe’s parts and practice the skills needed to produce parts with the aid of a lathe, including straight turning, facing, single point threading, turning with stock help in chucks and between centers, internal and external threads, knurling, precision boring, face plates, grinding attachments, steady rests, and follow rests.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: Students will be required to test for NIMS Performance Standards Turning Chucking Performance Standards Turning Between Centers
  
  • MAC 204 - Computer Numerical Control Lathe - Operation


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the basic programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Students learn to manufacture simple parts on a CNC turning center.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: Students will be required to test for NIMS CNC Lathe Operator Skills Level I
  
  • MAC 205 - Computer Numerical Control Mill - Operation


    Credits: 3

    This is an intermediate course providing students experience in the operation and simple programming of a CNC milling machine. Students learn about CNC programs for three- and four-axis milling machines, including spindle controls, tool changes, linear and circular interpolation, drilling and tapping, subroutines, and G&M codes.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: Students will be required to test for NIMS CNC Mill Operator Skills Level I
  
  • MAC 206 - Computer Numerical Control Mill Programming and Operation


    Credits: 3

    This is an Advanced course covering the development of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programs for three axis milling machines including spindle controls, tools changes, linear and circular interpolation, drilling and tapping, subroutines, and G&M codes. Setup and operation of milling machines. Adjusting tool and work offsets to hold part tolerance. Emphasis will be placed on process planning, programming efficiency, accurate setup, proper cutter selection, speeds and feeds, carbide tooling, and the generation and interpretation of CNC code.

    Theory: 3
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisites: Students will be required to test for NIMS CNC Milling (programming/setup) Performance Standard CNC Milling and FANCU Certification
  
  • MAC 207 - Computer Numerical Control Lathe Programming and Operation


    Credits: 3

    This is and Advanced course covering the development of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programs for two axis Lathe machines including spindle controls, tool changes, linear and circular interpolation, subroutines, and G&M codes. Setup and operation of Lathe machines. Adjusting tool and work offsets to hold part tolerance. Emphasis will be placed on process planning, programming efficiency, accurate setup, proper cutter selection, speeds and feeds, carbide tooling, and the generation and interpretation of CNC code.

    Theory: 3
    Prerequisites: Student will be required to test for NIMS Lathe (programming/setup) Performance Standard CNC Lathe

Management

  
  • MGT 101 - Intro to Project Management


    Credits: 3

    This course prepares individuals to apply quantitative and qualitative knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to manage projects in a wide range of fields and occupations. Includes instruction in project planning, risk management, cost and time management, contracts and procurement, accounting, statistics, decision making, and human resources.

  
  • MGT 201 - Principles of Management


    Credits: 3

    This course is a study of the four management functions of planning, organizing, directing and controlling used in organizations. This includes topics on decision-making, human relations, effective communications, group dynamics, change, leadership, motivation, ethics, quality and social responsibility.

    Theory: 3
  
  • MGT 202 - Organizational Behavior


    Credits: 3

    This course investigates the individual and group behavior at work while pursuing the nature of group dynamics and corporate culture. It involves the study of what people do in an organization and how the behavior affects the performance of the organization and emphasizes behavior related to jobs, absenteeism, employment turnover, productivity, human performance and management.

    Theory: 3
  
  • MGT 203 - Intro to Logistics


    Credits: 3

    This course will prepare individuals to manage and direct the physical and/or technical functions of a firm or organization, particularly those relating to development, production, and manufacturing. Includes instruction in principles of general management, manufacturing and production systems, plant management, equipment maintenance management, production control, productivity analysis and cost control, and materials planning.

 

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