| |
Music R. Brown, Chair
Students develop their musical technique to college-level standards, expand their knowledge of music literature, and refine their performance skills through group and private instruction. Students participating in Chorale, Chamber Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Latin Ensemble, or Barbershop Harmony Chorus, develop skills in large group performance and music interpretation.
Group Instruction - Group instruction in piano, voice and guitar, is open to all students. Students in the associate of arts music degree program who declare piano, voice or guitar as their major instrument may not register for group instruction on that instrument. Students will learn the basic elements of music, fundamentals of performance, and technical development. There is a $75.00 course fee for group instruction courses in addition to tuition.
Private Instruction - Private lessons are available on all instruments and voice to students who have attained an acceptable level of music instruction. Students in the music performance concentration must register for private instruction during two semesters; those in the musical studies concentration may take private instruction as an elective. Students in other degree programs may register at the discretion of the instructor. Students will have 15 one-hour lessons to be scheduled at a convenient time for the student and instructor. There is a $250.00 instruction fee in addition to tuition. Students are encouraged to contact the coordinator of music for placement.
Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles - All students in the associate of arts music degree program must register each semester for a vocal or instrumental ensemble appropriate for their performance area. Other students taking private or group instruction are encouraged to participate in one of the college’s ensembles. Ensembles are open to all students and community members. Contact the coordinator of music or ensemble director for placement. |
| |
-
MUS-1501 - Music Theory I (3)
Prerequisite: permission of coordinator of music;
Co-requisite: MUS 1501L
Students with a background in music study and fundamentals learn the basic beginning principles of music theory, including key signatures, scale construction, intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions. Basic figured bass and analysis of simple musical form is also included.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-1501L - Ear Training Lab I (1)
Prerequisite: permission of coordinator of music;
Co-requisite: MUS 1501
Students in MUS-1501L develop the skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and learn to apply basic beginning principles of music theory to exercises involving key signatures, scale construction, intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-1511 - Music Theory II (3)
Prerequisite: MUS 1501 MUS 1501L ;
Co-requisite: MUS 1511L
Students continue their music study developing more advanced principles from MUS 1501 , including common tone chord progressions and modulations, advanced figured bass, melodic harmonization and analysis of diatonic and chromatic harmonies.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-1511L - Ear Training Lab II (1)
Prerequisite: MUS 1501 MUS 1501L ;
Co-requisite: MUS 1511
Students in MUS-1511L develop the skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and learn to apply basic beginning principles of music theory to exercises involving key signatures, scale construction, intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-2011 - Music Theory III (3)
Prerequisite: MUS 1511 MUS 1511L ;
Co-requisite: MUS 2011L
Students study more advanced principles from MUS 1511 , including complex chords and progressions, modulations, advanced figured bass, melodic harmonization and analysis. Musical forms are studied so as to establish the foundation for the creation of original composition throughout the course.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-2011L - Ear Training Lab III (1)
Prerequisite: MUS 1511 MUS 1511L ;
Co-requisite: MUS 2011
Students in MUS-2011L develop more advanced skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and expand the principles of music theory to exercises involving advanced intervals, triads, chord progressions and inversions.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-2021 - Music Theory IV (3)
Prerequisite: MUS 2011 MUS 2011L ;
Co-requisite: MUS 2021L
Students study more advanced principles from MUS 2011 , including complex chords and progressions, modulations, advanced figured bass, melodic harmonization and analysis. Musical forms are studied so as to establish the foundation for the creation of original composition throughout the course.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-2021L - Ear Training Lab IV (1)
Prerequisite: MUS 2011 MUS 2011L ;
Co-requisite: MUS 2021
Students in MUS-2021L expand advanced skills of ear training, sight singing, and dictation and expand the principles of music theory to exercises involving advanced intervals, triads, chromatic and altered chord progressions and inversions.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
MUS-2181 - Private Instruction/Piano III (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 1191 ;
Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument and to participate in one of the instrumental or vocal ensembles at the college. Students prepare a piece of music, with approval of their instructor, to be performed in a combined student recital. Qualified piano students have the opportunity to accompany selected vocal students in recital with permission of the instructor.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2182 - Private Instruction/Voice III (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 1192 ;
Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument and to participate in one of the instrumental or vocal ensembles at the college. Students prepare a piece of music, with approval of their instructor, to be performed in a combined student recital.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2183 - Private Instruction/Guitar III (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 1193 ;
Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument and to participate in one of the instrumental or vocal ensembles at the college. Students prepare a piece of music, with approval of their instructor, to be performed in a combined student recital.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2184 - Private Instruction/Strings III (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 1194 ;
Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument and to participate in one of the instrumental or vocal ensembles at the college. Students prepare a piece of music, with approval of their instructor, to be performed in a combined student recital.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2185 - Private Instruction/Brass III (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 1195 ;
Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument and to participate in one of the instrumental or vocal ensembles at the college. Students prepare a piece of music, with approval of their instructor, to be performed in a combined student recital.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2186 - Private Instruction/Woodwinds III (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 1196 ;
Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument and to participate in one of the instrumental or vocal ensembles at the college. Students prepare a piece of music, with approval of their instructor, to be performed in a combined student recital.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2187 - Private Instruction/Percussion III (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 1197 ;
Students continue to develop their technical skill and to expand their knowledge of literature appropriate to their instrument and to participate in one of the instrumental or vocal ensembles at the college. Students prepare a piece of music, with approval of their instructor, to be performed in in a combined student recital.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2191 - Private Instruction/Piano IV (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 2181 ;
Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval. Qualified piano students have the opportunity to accompany selected vocal students in recital, perform their own recital, or accompany the Choral Ensemble in concert with the permission of the instructor.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2192 - Private Instruction/Voice IV (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 2182 ;
Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2193 - Private Instruction/Guitar IV (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 2183 ;
Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2194 - Private Instruction/Strings IV (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 2184 ;
Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2195 - Private Instruction/Brass IV (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 2185 ;
Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2196 - Private Instruction/Woodwinds IV (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 2186 ;
Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.
Course Fee: $250
|
| |
-
MUS-2197 - Private Instruction/Percussion IV (2)
Prerequisite: MUS 2187 ;
Students in their fourth semester of private instruction prepare a selected repertoire for a recital presentation at the end of the semester with instructor and department approval.
Course Fee: $250
|
Nuclear Engineering Technology R. Gates, Chair |
| |
-
NET-1010 - Introduction to Power Plant Principles and Nuclear Theory (4)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 ENG 1010 ; MTH 1000 and above;
Students learn basic statistical analysis tools, basic atomic and nuclear physics, chemistry fundamentals, and basic reactor operation.
Course Fee: $60
|
| |
-
NET-2010 - Boiler, Reactor and Turbine Pinciples (3)
Prerequisite: ELT 2017 ELT 2022 NET 1010 EGT 1030 ;
Students discuss various boiler types and principles of combustion, overview of reactor principles and steam generation, turbine types and principles of operation.
Course Fee: $60
|
| |
-
NET-2020 - Process Control and Communications (3)
Prerequisite: ELT 2017 ELT 2022 ;
Students learn about various electronic instruments including sensors, indicators, transmitters, computing relays, electro-optics, electronic controllers, ratio control, cascade control, recorders and analytical equipment. Lab exercises include set up, maintenance and troubleshooting.
Course Fee: $60
|
| |
-
NET-2910 - Cooperative Education: Nuclear Engineering (3)
Prerequisite: ELT 2017 ELT 2022 NET 1010 EGT 1020 EGT 1030 MTH 1120 ; permission of the division chair;
Students combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on paid training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. The major objective of cooperative education is the application of classroom theory in a work environment. This course is intended for students who are pursuing a degree in Nuclear Engineering Technology.
|
Nursing L. Polk, Chair
K. Russell, Program Coordinator |
| |
-
NUR-1015 - Introduction to Nursing (1)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 ENG 0900 MTH 0900 ;
Students receive an overview of the nursing profession. Topics include basic information on the current health care system and the evolution of nursing. Students are introduced to foundational nursing principles that guide nursing care including critical thinking, legal and ethical issues, the teaching/learning process and principles of communication. This course does not guarantee admission to the nursing program. Students must complete the department admission process. Transfer credit for this course is not accepted. As part of this course, students are required to complete an on-campus assessment test outside of class time.
Course Fee: $35
|
| |
-
NUR-1020 - Special Topics in Nursing (1.00 - 3.00)
Prerequisite: BIO 2070 BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program; permission of the division chair;
Co-requisite: ENG 1010
Through directed study students with prior nursing coursework qualify for advanced standing in the Practical or Associate Degree Nursing program. Course length varies from one to three credits depending on the learning needs of the student. Admission to the nursing program and approval of the division chair are required to take this course. This course may be taken only once.
|
| |
-
NUR-1020L - Special Topics in Nursing Lab (1.00 - 3.00)
Prerequisite: BIO 2070 BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program; permission of the division chair;
Co-requisite: ENG 1010
Through directed study students with prior nursing coursework qualify for advanced standing in the Practical or Associate Degree Nursing program. Course length varies from one to three credits depending on the learning needs of the student. Admission to the nursing program and approval of the division chair are required to take this course. This course may be taken only once.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
NUR-1115 - Fundamentals of Nursing (3)
Prerequisite: NUR 1015 BIO 2070 BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program;
Co-requisite: ENG 1010 HTH 1030
Students acquire basic nursing knowledge and skills that can be applied across the lifespan. Students build on their knowledge of nursing theory and principles of communication. They are introduced to the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the use of the nursing process as an approach to planning nursing care.
|
| |
-
NUR-1115L - Fundamentals of Nursing Lab (4)
Prerequisite: NUR 1015 BIO 2070 BIO 2070L ; admission to the Nursing Program;
Co-requisite: ENG 1010 NUR 1115
Students apply basic nursing knowledge and skills in the campus laboratory and in wellness, subacute, and long-term care settings. Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process as an approach to planning nursing care across the lifespan. Students identify the unique roles of other members of the health care team.
Course Fee: $200
|
| |
-
NUR-1130 - Pharmacology in Nursing (2)
Prerequisite: NUR 1115 NUR 1115L ;
Students study pharmacology and explore its application to nursing practice. Emphasis will be placed on the study of groups of drugs, their actions and their adverse effects with special focus on nursing implications and pharmaco-kinetics.
|
| |
-
NUR-1215 - Nursing Care of Adults I (4)
Prerequisite: NUR 1115 NUR 1115L BIO 2080 BIO 2080L HTH 1030 ;
Students utilize the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to acquire knowledge that enables them to assist the adult person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. Students explore the biopsychosocial responses of persons experiencing basic health alterations.
|
| |
-
NUR-1215L - Nursing Care of Adults I Lab (5)
Prerequisite: NUR 1115 NUR 1115L BIO 2080 BIO 2080L ;
Co-requisite: NUR 1215
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply knowledge that enables them to assist the adult person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration in acute care settings. Students participate with members of the health care team to provide care to persons across the adult lifespan who are experiencing basic health alterations.
Course Fee: $200
|
| |
-
NUR-1315 - Advanced Nursing Care for the Practical Nurse (5)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L BIO 1600 ;
Co-requisite: NUR 1315L
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to focus on concepts central to the care of persons with chronic and recurring health alterations across the lifespan. Students integrate previous learning as they explore nursing care related to a variety of speciality areas. The role of the practical nurse as a health team member is emphasized.
Course Fee: $35
|
| |
-
NUR-1315L - Advanced Nursing Care For the Practical Nurse Lab (4)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L BIO 1600 ;
Co-requisite: NUR 1315
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to provide care in a variety of speciality settings. Concepts from prior nursing courses are integrated as students care for persons with chronic and recurring health alterations across the lifespan. The role of the practical nurse as a health team member is emphasized.
Course Fee: $200
|
| |
-
NUR-1995 - LPN Transition Into Nursing (5)
Prerequisite: BIO 2080 BIO 2080L ENG 1010 , any general education COM and any general education MTH and 6 general education credits from PSY 1010 SOC 1010 BIO 2010 BIO 2010L or Arts and Humanities; must have an active Maryland LPN license; must be admitted to the LPN-RN Nursing Program.
This course is intended for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who are preparing to enter the associate degree nursing program. Students explore the nursing process, the taxonomy of nursing practice, nursing history, critical thinking, communication, college success skills and lab skills needed to transition from the role of the licensed practical nurse into the associate degree nursing program. Based on self assessment, students explore common biopsychosocial conditions across the lifespan, refining and updating previous learning to meet the goal of a successful transition. A grade of C is required to pass the course.
Course Fee: $35
|
| |
-
NUR-1995L - LPN Transition Into Nursing Lab (2)
Prerequisite: BIO 2080 BIO 2080L ENG 1010 , any general education COM and any general education MTH, and six general education credits from PSY 1010 PSY 2050 SOC 1010 BIO 2010 BIO 2010L or Arts and Humanities; must have an active Maryland LPN license; must be admitted to the LPN-RN Nursing Program;
Co-requisite: NUR 1995
This course is for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who are preparing to enter the associate degree nursing program. LPN students apply the nursing process, critical thinking, and communication skills and explore common biopsychosocial conditions across the lifespan, refining and updating previous learning while providiing care to patients in an acute care setting. A grade of ”C” is required to pass the course.
Course Fee: $100
|
| |
-
NUR-2115 - Nursing Care of Adults II (3)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L BIO 2010 BIO 2010L MTH 1100 and above; minimum grade C;
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to reinforce and build upon previous learning related to adult clients. Students continue to acquire knowledge that enables them to assist the person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. Students explore the biopsychosocial responses of adult persons experiencing complex health alterations.
|
| |
-
NUR-2115L - Nursing Care of Adults II Lab (2)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L BIO 2010 BIO 2010L MTH 1100 and above;
Co-requisite: NUR 2115
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply knowledge that enables them to assist the adult person with health promotion, maintenance, and restoration in acute care settings. Students collaborate with members of the health care team and expand decision-making in providing care to adult persons experiencing complex health alterations.
Course Fee: $100
|
| |
-
NUR-2215 - Nursing Care of Child Bearing and Child Rearing Family (4)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L SOC 1010 PSY 1010 ;
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to explore the principles of caring for child bearing and child rearing families. Emphasis is on health promotion, maintenance, and restoration within a foundation of family centered care. There is a focus on specialized skills, creative problem solving and critical thinking related to this population, while concepts from prior nursing courses are integrated.
|
| |
-
NUR-2215L - Nursing Care of Childbearing and Childrearing Family Lab (2)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L SOC 1010 PSY 1010 ;
Co-requisite: NUR 2215
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply specialized skills in caring for the child bearing and child rearing family. Health promotion, maintenance, and restoration are emphasized as students provide family centered care in a variety of acute care and community based settings.
Course Fee: $100
|
| |
-
NUR-2315 - Nursing Care in Community and Behavioral Health Settings (2)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L SOC 1010 PSY 1010 ;
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to focus on key concepts related to nursing care strategies for individuals and aggregate populations within community and behavioral health settings. Topics include health promotion, disease prevention, protective strategies, and restorative and palliative care. Complex psychosocial conditions, cultural diversity, and global health care concerns are also emphasized.
|
| |
-
NUR-2315L - Nursing Care in Community and Behavioral Health Settings Lab (2)
Prerequisite: NUR 1215 NUR 1215L SOC 1010 PSY 1010 ;
Co-requisite: NUR 2315
Students use the Taxonomy of Nursing Practice and the nursing process to apply complex nursing knowledge and advanced skills in caring for individuals and aggregate populations in community, hospice, and behavioral health settings. Emphasis is on collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide multi- faceted nursing care.
Course Fee: $100
|
| |
-
NUR-2415 - Management and Trends in Nursing (2)
Prerequisite: NUR 2115 NUR 2115L ;
Co-requisite: NUR 2215 NUR 2215L NUR 2315 NUR 2315L
Students explore the responsibilities, professional behaviors, and accountability of registered nurses. Students examine the role of nursing in the health care delivery system and in policy development. Current issues impacting the profession are examined.
Course Fee: $35
|
| |
-
NUR-2415L - Management and Trends in Nursing Lab (2)
Prerequisite: NUR 2115 NUR 2115L ;
Co-requisite: NUR 2415
Students provide comprehensive care for groups in a variety of management and acute care clinical settings.
Course Fee: $100
|
Office Technology R. Gates, Chair |
| |
-
OFT-1001 - Keyboarding (1)
Students learn basic alphabetic and numeric skills on a standard keyboard using touch system of operation. Proper keyboarding techniques and accuracy are emphasized.
Course Fee: $10
|
| |
-
OFT-1002 - Document Processing (2)
Prerequisite:
OFT 1001 ;
Students learn to format office correspondence such as letters, tables, manuscripts, memos, and outlines. Basic word processing and transcription techniques are used in the formatting of documents. Proper keyboarding techniques and development of speed and accuracy are emphasized.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1003 - Medical Claims Processing (2)
Prerequisite: OFT 1001 or pass 25 w.p.m. keyboarding test during the first class;
Students become familiar with computerized management techniques utilized in medical offices and health-care facilities. The concepts of billing, collections, and insurance processing are presented. Through classroom simulations students enter data, build files, computerize patient records, produce bills, and develop productivity and financial reports.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1010 - Keyboarding and Document Processng (3)
Students develop basic alphabetic and numeric skills on a standard keyboard. Students learn to format letters, tables, manuscripts, memos, and other pieces of correspondence. Proper keyboarding techniques and development of speed and accuracy are emphasized. Students may not receive credit for OFT-1010 and either OFT 1001 or OFT 1002 .
Course Fee: $30
|
| |
-
OFT-1015 - Keyboard Speedbuilding (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1001 ;
Students complete intensive skillbuilidng exercises to increase their keyboard speed and accuracy. An individualized program is designed for each student to enhance strengths and overcome weaknesses.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1051 - Information and Records Management (1)
Students learn about the life cycle of records, beginning with their creation and ending with their disposition. Students learn to handle the types of correspondence, forms, and microforms most frequently found in today’s offices and have experience with five filing methods: alphabetic, consecutive numeric, terminal-digit numeric, subject, and geographic.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1091 - Launching Your Office Career (1)
Students develop tools for the job search and interview process. Students conduct job research interviews, prepare a resume, cover letter, application form, thank you letter, and participate in a job interview.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1092 - Business Communications For the Office (1)
Students improve their effectiveness in an office environment by practicing positive interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Students examine the importance of communication on a personal, professional, social, and organizational basis.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1093 - Leadership and Workplace Ethics (1)
Students examine leadership skills needed in a professional environment to influence task objectives and to motivate others. Ethics, employment discrimination, and principles of supervision and control of the office environment are covered.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1201 - Windows and Computer Basics (1)
This course is designed for the beginning student of both a microcomputer and windows operating system. Topics include: keyboard and mouse techniques, working with files (creating, copying, cutting, pasting), multi-tasking features of windows, creating subdirectories, finding files, creating a backup of a disk, formatting diskettes, and organization of the desktop.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1202 - Windows and the Internet (1)
This course is designed for the student with some microcomputer experience. Topics include: working with Windows files (creating, copying, cutting, pasting), creating and renaming subdirectories, finding files, organization of desktop and files, installing new programs, using the menu conventions, sizing, displaying windows, toolbars, and help. The Internet topics include: introduction of search engines, tools of the Internet, and e-mail techniques.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1203 - Business and the Internet (1)
This course is designed for the student with some microcomputer knowledge. Students learn the potential of the Internet for business use. Topics include: introduction to the Internet and the World Wide Web, basic Internet tools, the business environment, e-mail, security issues, and web design.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1302 - Beginning Excel (1)
Students learn basic skills used with spreadsheets using Excel. Topics include: the basic matrix used as a spreadsheet; editing the spreadsheet; entering text, numbers, and formulas; formatting the spreadsheet, and chart creation. Students must have a basic knowledge of Windows.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1303 - Beginning Access (1)
Students learn the basic skills used in databases using Access. Topics include: database terminology, editing a database and using the table and form views, editing or modifying the structure or basic design, creating a query, and generating a report. Students must have a basic knowledge of Windows.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1304 - Beginning PowerPoint (1)
Students learn presentation essentials using the software application Powerpoint. Topics include: audience demographics, creating the script for presentations, working with slides and templates, and adding graphics and sound to presentations. Students must have a basic knowledge of Windows.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1305 - Beginning Word (1)
Students learn the basic skills required to create documents using Word for Windows. Topics include learning the basic selection commands through the toolbars and ruler bar, entering data and editing documents, enhancing the documents with special functions, formatting text, paragraphs, and documents and creating and formatting tables.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1306 - Beginning Publisher (1)
Students learn the basic skills associated with using Microsoft Publisher. Topics include planning and creating publications, working with text effects, working with graphic objects, and enhancing a publication with style techniques. Students should have a basic knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Word.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1307 - Beginning Microsoft Project (1)
Students learn the basic skills associated with project management software using Microsoft Project. Topics include planning a project, creating a project schedule, and communicating project information to subordinates and supervisors.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1402 - Intermediate Excel (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1302 ;
This course is an extension of Beginning Excel (OFT 1302 ). Topics include working with formulas and functions; automating worksheet tasks with macros; using lists including records and sorting; analyzing list data; enhancing charts and worksheets; and using the Internet to create hyperlinks between Excel files.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1403 - Intermediate Access (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1303 ;
This course is an extension of Beginning Access (OFT 1303 ). Topics include creating multiple table queries; developing forms with subforms; creating complex reports; sharing Access information with other office programs; managing database objects; and creating macros.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1404 - Intermediate PowerPoint (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1304 ;
This course is a continuation of OFT 1304 , Beginning Power Point. The main topics covered are customizing presentations, enhancing charts, working with embedded and linked objects and hyperlinks, and using slide show features.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1405 - Intermediate Word (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1002 OFT 1010 or OFT 1305 ;
This course is a continuation of Beginning Word (OFT 1305 ). Topics include illustrating documents with graphics, creating a Web site, merging Word documents, working with styles and templates, and developing multi-page documents.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1406 - Intermediate Publisher (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1306 ;
Students learn more advanced skills associated with designing, creating, and editing publishing projects using Microsoft Publisher. Topics include improving design and message content, using multiple master page layouts, creating specialty advertisements and labels, formatting for commercial printing, and creating Web documents.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1407 - Intermediate Microsoft Project (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1307 ;
Students learn the more advanced skills associated with project management software using Microsoft Project. Topics include assigning project resources and costs, tracking projects and closing completed projects, and sharing project information.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1502 - Advanced Excel (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1402 ;
This course is an extension of Intermediate Excel (OFT 1402 ). Topics include using the what-of analysis; symmarizing data with pivot tables; exchanging data with other programs; gaining control over your work; and programming with Excel.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1503 - Advanced Access (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1403 ;
This course is an extension of Intermediate Access (OFT 1403 ). Topics include creating advanced queries; adding complex objects of forms; creating modules; creating graphical reports; and maintaining the database.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1505 - Advanced Word (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1405 ;
This course is a continuation of Intermediate Word (OFT 1405 ). Topics include integrating Word with other programs, exploring advanced graphics, building forms, working with charts and diagrams, collaborating with workgroups and customizing Word.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1620 - Integrating MS Suite Applications (1)
Prerequisite: OFT 1402 OFT 1403 OFT 1305 OFT 1304 ;
This course is designed for the student who has (at a minimum) completed Intermediate Word, Intermediate Excel, Intermediate Access, and Beginning Powerpoint. Tutorials will cover (1) creating reports using Access and Word; (2) integrating Excel, Access, and Word, and (3) using the MS applications in a Powerpoint presentation.
Course Fee: $20
|
| |
-
OFT-1704 - Medical Transcription I (2)
Prerequisite: HTH 1100 and OFT 1002 or OFT 1010 or pass 35 w.p.m. keyboarding test during first class;
Students develop skill in operating dication/ transcription equpment to transcribe medical material. The mechanics and techniques for formatting medical records are emphasized. Students explore the medical transcription job market and transcribe cases relating to dermatology, ophthalmology, otorhino- laryngology (ENT), pulmonology, and cardiology.
Course Fee: $80
|
| |
-
OFT-1706 - Medical Transcription II (2)
Prerequisite: OFT 1704 ;
Students develop skill in operating dictation/ transcription equipment to transcribe medical material. The mechanics and techniques for formatting medical records are emphasized. Students transcribe cases relating to gastroenterology, obstetrics and gynecology, urology and nephrology, orthopedics, neurology, hematology-oncology, and immunology.
Course Fee: $80
|
| |
-
OFT-1712 - Medical Administrative Office Operations (2)
Students are introduced to administrative and clerical tasks performed in medical offices. Content includes workplace competencies, communication technology, medical ethics, licensing, and insurance.
|
| |
-
OFT-1802 - Legal Transcription I (2)
Prerequisite: OFT 1002 or OFT 1010 or pass w.p.m. keyboarding test during first class;
Students develop skills in operating dictation/ transcription equipment and a microcomputer to transcribe legal material. Topics covered include: legal office practices; litigation; initiating a lawsuit; answering a lawsuit; discovery/judgment; preparing correspondence; probate practice; wills; probate procedures; and guardianships.
Course Fee: $80
|
| |
-
OFT-1806 - Legal Transcription II (2)
Prerequisite: OFT 1802 ;
Students utilize dictation/transcription equip- ment and a microcomputer to transcribe legal material. Topics covered include: family law; termination of marriage; adoptions and paternity; legal instruments; contracts; corporations; real estate; bankrupcy; appellate practice; typing citations; and preparing an appellate brief.
Course Fee: $80
|
| |
-
OFT-1910 - Cooperative Education I: Office Technology (3)
Prerequisite: OFT 1002 or OFT 1010 and OFT 1405 and ENG 1010 ; permission of the division chair;
Cooperative education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. This course applies classroom theory in a work environment.
|
Philosophy R. Brown, Chair |
| |
-
PHL-1010 - Introduction to Philosophy (3)
Students survey major philosophical traditions of the world and become acquainted with philosophers from the time of Socrates to the present. A variety of philosophical questions are proposed and differing answers explored.
|
| |
-
PHL-1020 - Introduction to Logic (3)
Students are introduced to the principles of reasoning and valid inference. Topics include induction, deduction, analysis of statements and arguments, appraisal of classifications, hypothesis and analogies, and evaluation of definitions, meaning, content, and ambiguity.
|
| |
-
PHL-1030 - Introduction to Religion (3)
Students learn about religious world views such as Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Confucianism, Taoism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and others. Students examine aspects of these religious traditions and their influence on personal and cultural identity. Topics may include some of the following: belief, unbelief and faith; God; religious attitude, freedom. Readings will be drawn from philosophers, scientists, theologians, psychologists, and creative writers.
|
| |
-
PHL-1050 - Science and Human Understanding (3)
Students survey philosophical issues arising out of the attempt to understand the world scientifically. Topics will include scientific methodology, revolution, observation, explanation, causation, and the difference between science and non-science.
|
| |
-
PHL-1400 - Social Ethics (3)
Students examine the historical development of ethical principles from the ancient world to the present. They survey the major ethical theories which have affected civilization.
|
| |
-
PHL-1410 - Topics in Contemporary Ethic (3)
Students examine contemporary ethical conflicts and gain an understanding of the language, concepts, and traditions of ethics. They develop the intellectual tools to analyze moral dilemas that will affect their lives, workplace, and public policy. A variety of topics are explored including: euthanasia, sexual morality, capital punishment, job discrimination, welfare, animal rights, and the environment.
|
| |
-
PHL-1420 - Law and Society (3)
Students learn about legal issues in contemporary society. Students examine the foundations of law and its function in American culture. Topics include some of the following: law and morality; civil disobedience; equality; rights and justice. Readings are drawn from the philosophers, legal scholars, political scientists, sociologists, and court decisions.
|
| |
-
PHL-1430 - Business Ethics (3)
Students undertake a comprehensive study of the theories, concepts, and principles of ethics, as they apply to the everyday situations that affect employees, employers, and consumers. Students explore these issues with readings from philosophers, economists, political scientists, and court cases. They become familiar with the range of questions that form the basic foundation of ethics as applied to corporate responsibility, workforce discrimination, distributive justice, environmental impact, risk, and safety.
|
Physical Therapist Assistant L. Polk, Chair |
| |
-
PTA-1010 - Introduction to Physical Therapist Assisting (3)
Prerequisite: must be enrolled in Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: BIO 2070 BIO 2070L PSY 1010 ENG 1010
Students are introduced to the profession of physical therapy including the purpose, history, and practice structures. The scope of practice, ethics, and roles of the health care providers are included. Basic patient care procedures and documentation are taught.
Course Fee: $75
|
| |
-
PTA-1020 - Physical Therapist Assistant I (6)
Prerequisite: PTA 1010 MTH 1120 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 1060 BIO 2080 BIO 2080L
Students are introduced to theory and develop skills in body mechanics, gait training, and assessment techniques. Emphasis is on competence in postural assessment, transfers, range of motion, manual muscle testing, basic therapeutic exercise, assistive devices, and massage. Disease processes and specific medical conditions seen in physical therapy are also studied.
Course Fee: $225
|
| |
-
PTA-1040 - Physical Therapist Assistant II (6)
Prerequisite: PTA 1020 PTA 1060 BIO 2080 BIO 2080L ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 1050 PSY 2050
Students are introduced to theory regarding the concepts of pain, peripheral vascular disease, and wound care. Included are theory and skill development in modalities and relaxation techniques with expected competency in specific units.
Course Fee: $225
|
| |
-
PTA-1050 - Clinical Practice I (2)
Prerequisite: PTA 1020 PTA 1060 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 1040 PSY 2050
Students participate in a concentrated clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for supervised application of clinical skills.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
PTA-1060 - Kinesiology (6)
Prerequisite: PTA 1010 MTH 1120 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 1020 BIO 2080 BIO 2080L
Students study the biomechanical principles involved in human movement. Content includes structure and function of joints and muscle groups and characteristics of normal posture and gait. Pathologies basic to each specific joint are reviewed.
Course Fee: $75
|
| |
-
PTA-1080 - Special Topics in Physical Therapist Assistant I (1.00 - 8.00)
Prerequisite: permission of the division chair;
Through independent study students address specific topics and learning needs. This course may be appropriate for students seeking readmission or transfer to the Physical Therapist Assistant program and for practicing physical therapists assistants who desire to update theory. Course length may vary from 1 to 8 credits and will be dependent upon the content to be covered. This course may be taken only once for credit. Students considering this course should contact the department chair at least eight weeks prior to anticipated enrollment to determine if the course is appropriate for their needs.
|
| |
-
PTA-1081 - Special Topics in Physical Therapist Assistant II (1.00 - 8.00)
Prerequisite: permission of the division chair;
Through independent study students address specific topics and learning needs. This course may be appropriate for students seeking readmission or transfer to the Physical Therapist Assistant program and for practicing physical therapists assistants who desire to update theory. Course length may vary from 1 to 8 credits and will be dependent upon the content to be covered. This course may be taken only once for credit. Students considering this course should contact the department chair at least eight weeks prior to anticipated enrollment to determine if the course is appropriate for their needs.
|
| |
-
PTA-1500 - Functional Anatomy for the Physical Therapist Assistant (1)
Co-requisite: PTA 1010
This course is designed to bridge content and learning from human anatomy and physiology coursework to kinesiology coursework. Students will participate in both hands-on learning activities and interactive Internet links to promote basic knowledge of bone, muscle, and joint anatomy and physiology. From that knowledge, students will develop an understanding of how anatomy and physiology relate to function.
Course Fee: $25
|
| |
-
PTA-2010 - Physical Therapist Assistant III (4)
Prerequisite: PTA 1040 PTA 1050 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 2020 PTA 2030
In this course students study the theory of orthopedic conditions and their underlying pathologies. Skill devleopment includes integrated rehabilitation techniques of these conditions.
Course Fee: $75
|
| |
-
PTA-2020 - Physical Therapist Assistant IV (4)
Prerequisite: PTA 1040 PTA 1050 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 2010 PTA 2030
In this course students learn the theory and pathology of conditions which may require long-term rehabilitation techniques. Skill development focuses on techniques which enhance the level of function.
Course Fee: $75
|
| |
-
PTA-2030 - Clinical Practice II (4)
Prerequisite: PTA 1050 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 2010 PTA 2020
Students continue a supervised clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for application of new and previously learned skills and theoretical integration.
Course Fee: $100
|
| |
-
PTA-2040 - Physical Therapist Assistant V (3)
Prerequisite: PTA 2010 PTA 2020 PTA 2030 ; must be enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;
Co-requisite: PTA 2050 PTA 2060 PTA 2070
In this course students focus on the theory and pathology of the neurologically involved patient. Special emphasis is placed on skills development in neurodevelopmental techniques.
Course Fee: $75
|
| |
Page: 1
| 2
| 3
| 4
| 5
| 6
| 7
| 8
| 9
|
Print this Page