West Shore Community College Catalog 2019-2020 
    
    May 04, 2024  
West Shore Community College Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Office Information Systems

  
  • OIS 151 - Information Keyboarding I


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐2 Lab‐2
    3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Introduction to the touch system on the personal computer with emphasis on keyboarding technique, business correspondence, tabulation, proofreading, and manuscripts; emphasis on speed and accuracy.
  
  • OIS 158 - Proofreading & Editing


    Offered WI
    Lecture-2
    2 credit hrs/2 contact hrs
    Students will learn introductory and advanced proofreading and editing skills. The course will enable the student to develop editing skills, identifying errors in typing, spelling and grammar, and how to manage digital proofing software.
  
  • OIS 257 - Administrative Assistant Procedures


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐4
    4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: OIS 151 - Information Keyboarding I  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    Corequisite: BIS 160 Desktop Applications  
    Analysis of office procedures, efficiency, communications, human relations, and professionalism as they relate to administrative assistants will be addressed.  Students will study specific techniques such as telephone and business etiquette, file retention, scheduling, planning meetings, making travel arrangements, prioritization, electronic business equipment operation, and verbal and written business communication.  Emphasis is placed on legislation and regulations related to information management privacy and confidentiality.  Ethical guidelines and decision making in a variety of office settings will be covered.
  
  • OIS 298 - Independent Study: Office Info Sys


    Offered as needed
    1‐3 credit hrs/1‐3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved application
    Investigation and study of principles and concepts of office information systems in career settings. Objectives of the study are determined by mutual agreement between student and instructor.
  
  • OIS 299 - Internship: Office Info Systems


    Offered as needed
    3‐6 credit hrs/3‐6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved application
    Credit is granted for students that engage in learning knowledge and skills through a complex and carefully designed project or through part‐time work experience. The hours will be determined between employer and faculty member.

Philosophy

  
  • PHL 100 - Introduction to Philosophy


    Offered FL WI SM
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Historical and thematic introduction to the major issues, theories, and methods of philosophy. Representative topics include truth, knowledge, reality, personal identity, free will, happiness, and the meaning of life.
  
  • PHL 102 - Introduction to Ethics


    Offered WI even years
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Introduction to the study of classical moral theories and their application to contemporary ethical issues such as war, capital punishment, animal rights, and sexual morality.
  
  • PHL 103 - Introduction to Logic


    Offered WI odd years
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Introduction to the study of formal and informal logic, including major types of inductive and deductive argumentation as well as good and bad forms of reasoning.
  
  • PHL 104 - Bioethics


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Analysis of classical and contemporary moral problems in health care, medicine and medical research. Representative topics include abortion, euthanasia, cloning, genetic engineering, stem cell research, and patient rights.
  
  • PHL 151 - Topics in Philosophy


    Offered as needed
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
    Course may focus on any topic, thinker or school of thought in the history of Eastern and/or Western philosophy that is not substantially covered in other courses. The course is for the general student as well as the student who wishes to major in philosophy.
  
  • PHL 202 - World Religions


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Survey of the core beliefs and practices of the major world religions (Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Daoism, Christianity, Islam, etc.) with an emphasis on cultural and historical context.
  
  • PHL 204 - Philosophy of Religion


    Offered FL
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Historical and thematic introduction to the philosophical study of religion and religious beliefs. Representative topics include the nature and existence of God, the relationship between faith and reason, the problem of evil, and miracles and divine intervention.
  
  • PHL 298 - Independent Study: Philosophy


    Offered as needed
    1‐6 credit hrs/1‐6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved Application
    A course designed to provide a student with experience of independent research, investigation, analysis, and study of principles and concepts of topics related to the discipline of Philosophy. Objectives of the study are determined by mutual agreement between student and professor.

Photography

  
  
  

Physical Health

  
  • PED 100 - Aerobic Conditioning


    Offered FL WI
    Studio‐2
    1 credit hrs/2 contact hrs
    A four‐month program in the Wellness Center designed to improve total fitness via an aerobic‐based conditioning program. Will include an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed program using various pieces of training equipment and activities. Students will be responsible for scheduling a 2 1/2 hour group orientation session with a Wellness Center staff member. Following the orientation session, students will meet course requirements through an open schedule. May be elected two times for a total of two credits.

Physics

  
  • PHY 232 - General Physics I


    Offered FL
    Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
    4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: MTH 122 - Analytical Trigonometry  or MTH 151 - College Algebra  with “C” or better, or satisfactory score on placement test.
    Trigonometry‐based introductory physics. Applies Newton’s laws to 1‐ and 2‐dimensional linear motion and circular motion. Analyzes rotational dynamics. Covers the conservation of energy and momentum. Explores mechanical and thermal properties of matter (solid and fluid). Introduces the laws of thermodynamics and applies them to thermal processes and heat engines.
  
  • PHY 233 - General Physics II


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
    4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PHY 232 - General Physics I  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    Trigonometry‐based continuation of introductory physics. Introduces quantities and properties of oscillations and waves and applies them to matter, sound, and light. Explores wave and ray optics. Covers electrostatics and simple circuits. Examines the principles of magnetism and applies them to technology, including transformers, motors, etc.
  
  • PHY 236 - Engineering Physics I


    Offered FL
    Lecture‐4 Lab‐2
    5 credit hrs/6 contact hrs
    Corequisite: MTH 222 - Calculus I 

    Calculus‐based introductory physics. Modern mechanics focusing on the conversation of linear and angular momentum and energy with basic concepts of special relativity, nuclear, and particle physics embedded throughout. Covers 3‐ dimensional motion including rotational dynamics. Introduces energy quantization in atomic systems. Explores entropy and the laws of thermodynamics.
  
  • PHY 237 - Engineering Physics II


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐4 Lab‐2
    5 credit hrs/6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PHY 236 - Engineering Physics I  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    Corequisite: MTH 223 - Calculus II  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)

    Calculus‐based continuation of introductory physics. Covers electrostatics and electrodynamics. Discusses the theory and application of circuits. Introduces basic concepts of semiconductors and their applications. Explores magnetism, induction, and radiation.

Political Science

  
  • POL 151 - American National Government


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    A survey of the government of the United States. A range of institutions and topics will be examined, including the development of the Constitution; functions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; civil rights and civil liberties; and elections. Non‐governmental influences upon governmental behavior also will be explored, such as political parties, media, and interest group activities.

Precision Machine Technology

  
  • PMT 101 - Measurement & Print Reading


    Offered FL WI SM
    6.0 credit hrs/8.17 contact hrs
    Introduces creating dimensional measurements using the U.S. Customary system and the SI Metric system and focuses on print reading, creating technical drawings, dimensions, line types, and line precedence. This course also focuses understanding sectional views, drawing scales, title blocks, using a dial caliper, micrometer, indicator, and demonstrates two Tolerancing methods, Conventional and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 102 - Tolerances & SPC


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.2 credit hrs/4.3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 101 - Measurement & Print Reading 
    Introduces measuring orientation tolerances: perpendicularity and parallelism, Form Tolerances, and Location Tolerances. Also focuses on the basics of statistical process control (SPC) along with control chart operation. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 102A - Tolerances & SPC Course


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.6 credit hrs/4.92 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 101 - Measurement & Print Reading  
    Introduces measuring orientation tolerances, perpendicularity and parallelism, Form Tolerances, and Location Tolerances.  Also focuses on the basics of statistical process control (SPC) along with control chart operation.  Hands-on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 103 - Control Charts/Intro to Solid Works


    Offered FL WI SM
    2.1 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 102 - Tolerances & SPC  
    Introduces Control Chart Analysis, SPC Problem Solving, including cause and effect charts, brainstorming, and provides a basic understanding of Computer Automated Drawings (CAD) fundamentals along with an Introduction to Technical Drawings. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 104 - Solid Model


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.3 credit hrs/4.42 contract hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 103 - Control Charts/Intro to Solid Works 
    Introduces concepts within the CAD system by creating multiview drawings. Topics cover Schematic Diagrams, Introduction to Solid Modeling, Solid Model Creation, along with Solid Model Features using SolidWorks. Also focuses on controlling the views, navigating the menus toolbars, creating a solid model, using an extrusion command to remove material from a solid model, and creating a drawing plane. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 104A - CAD/Solid Modeling Course


    Offered FL WI SM
    4.4 credit hrs/5.9 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 102A - Tolerances & SPC Course  
    Introduces concepts within the CAD system by creating multi-view drawings.  Also introduces Solid Modeling, Solid Model Creation, along with multiple Solid Model Features using SolidWorks.  Hands-on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 105 - Tooling


    Offered FL WI SM
    3 credit hrs/4.15 contact hrs
    Prerequisite PMT 104 - Solid Model 
    Introduces concepts of animation using SolidWorks. Topics include Introduction to Manufacturing Hand Tools and Machining Processes. Also focuses on understanding cutting tools and how they work. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 106 - Band Saw/Drill Press/Lathe


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.2 credit hrs/4.4 contact hrs
    Prerequisite PMT 105 - Tooling  
    Introduces safely operating a band saw, drill press, and a manual lathe. Other focus points include turning operations and processes used for tapping, drilling, reaming, and boring. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 106A - Tooling Course


    Offered FL WI SM
    3 credit hrs/4.09 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 104A - CAD/Solid Modeling Course  
    Safe operation of a drill press and a manual lathe are introduced.  Additionally, turning operations are a point of focus, as is overall introduction to Manufacturing Hand Tools and Machining Processes.  Hands-on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 107 - Milling


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.8 credit hrs/5.22 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 106 - Band Saw/Drill Press/Lathe 
    Introduces the Manual Milling Machine, Tooling for Tapping, and Tooling for Grinding. Focus points include special turning operations, creating an end cap, milling machine safety, basic milling operations, and methods of workholding for machining between centers. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 107A - Milling & Lathe Course


    Offered FL WI SM
    2.5 credit hrs/3.58 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 106A - Tooling Course  
    Introduces the Manual Milling Machine Tool, milling machine safety, basic milling operations, special turning operations, creating an end cap, and methods of work-holding for machining between centers.  Hands-on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 108 - Part & Process Design


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.1 credit hrs/4.33 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 107 - Milling 
    Introduces the Concepts of Design, Precision Part Design, Process Design, and Contour CAM Toolpaths. Also focuses on grinding wheels; product design, development, and cost; basics of precision part design; how to design a manufacturing process including organizing the data to determine the cost; and how to use a contour toolpath in a variety of applications. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 109 - CAD/CAM/CNC


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.5 credit hrs/5.04 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 108 - Part & Process Design 
    Introduces fine‐tuning a toolpath using the CAM software’s parameter pages, using the contour toolpath to make more complex cuts, drill and pocket toolpaths, and applications of the toolpaths. Also focuses on creating a program to machine a part on the CNC lathe, CNC Milling Machine, and creating a basic program to operate the machine. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 110 - Programming/Speeds & Feeds


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.2 credit hrs/4.52 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 109 - CAD/CAM/CNC 
    Introduces the fundamentals of CNC Mill programming, CNC commands, how to calculate speeds and feeds for CNC operations, and how canned cycles and subprograms are used to simplify CNC programming. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 110A - Programming/Speeds & Feeds Course


    Offered FL WI SM
    5.1 credit hrs/6.67 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 107A - Milling & Lathe Course  
    Introduces the fundamentals of CNC Mill programming, CNC commands, how to calculate speeds and feeds for CNC operations, and how canned cycles and subprograms are used to simplify CNC programming.  Introduction to MasterCam software.  Hands-on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 111 - CNC Mill & Lathe


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.7 credit hrs/5.15 contact hrs
    Prerequisite PMT 110 - Programming/Speeds & Feeds 
    Introduces cutter compensation and mirroring to simplify CNC programs; CNC Lathe and components including commands, operation, programming, and its relation to the Cartesian coordinate system; and GE Fanuc controls including navigating the screen control keys, programming, screen controls, and machine operation controls. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 112 - Machining Centers & Turning


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.9 credit hrs/5.26 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 111 - CNC Mill & Lathe 
    Introduces the Principles of Machining Centers along with its components, systems, types, tools, operations, and applications. Also focuses on the function of turning centers, components, tools, and processes used for turning operations. Other topics to be covered include: tool holder and boring bar nomenclature systems’ features and characteristics including ANSI and ISO systems. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • PMT 112A - Machine Centers & Turning Course


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.7 credit hrs/4.95 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PMT 110A - Programming/Speeds & Feeds Course  
    Continued focus on the fundamentals of CNC Mill programming and CNC commands, along with a focus on the function of turning centers, components, tools, and processes used for turning operations.  Hands-on lab work will be required throughout this course.

Psychology

  
  • PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology


    Offered FL WI SM
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Exploration of human behavior covering topics such as the brain and nervous system, behavioral genetics, sensory processes, consciousness, learning, memory, intelligence, cognition, lifespan development, personality, emotion, motivation, mental health and social interaction. Focus on critical thinking skills, basic research methods, and applications.
  
  • PSY 262 - Child Psychology


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    Examines the psychological development of the child from conception through adolescence. Explores physical, cognitive, and socio‐emotional domains. Emphasis on normative development, but attention also paid to cultural variation, physical and psychological problems. Application of psychological findings to child‐rearing, guidance, and training by parents, teachers, and other interested adults. Involves research and a field experience.
  
  • PSY 263 - Educational Psychology


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    Examines the psychological principles underlying teaching and learning. Focuses on fundamental questions about memory, learning, cognition, motivation, and individual differences. Explores how individual and cultural differences affect decisions about creating and maintaining learning environments. Familiarizes students with regulations and current trends affecting the practice of education. Involves research and a field experience.
  
  • PSY 264 - Abnormal Psychology


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    Description and analysis of the prevalence, symptoms, causes, and social significance of a variety of psychological disorders. Focus on diagnostic and causal issues, but also seeks to develop empathic understanding of persons suffering from disorders. Addresses individual and cultural variations in the expression of psychological distress. Examines research methods and controversial issues in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses.
  
  • PSY 265 - Developmental Psychology


    Offered FL
    Lecture-3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    An examination of the biological, cognitive, and socioemotional development of the person from conception to death.  Major theories of human development are reviewed and contrasted.  The interaction of heredity and environmental factors in shaping human development is analyzed.
  
  • PSY 266 - Social Psychology


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  or SOC 171 - Introduction to Sociology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    Exploration of how people think about, influence, and interact with each other. Explores topics such as self‐concept, impression formation, intuition and reason, attitudes, persuasion, gender, attraction, liking and loving, conformity, obedience, aggression, media, peacemaking, helping, and sustainable futures. Also examines many of the interesting and creative ways social psychologists have researched these topics.
  
  • PSY 298 - Independent Study ‐ Psychology


    Offered as needed
    1‐6 credit hrs/1‐6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved application
    A course designed to provide a student with valuable experience of independent research, analysis, and reporting that will enhance the grasp of a subject and develop the motivation, skills and discipline of independent work (1‐6 credits). The instructor and the appropriate Dean must approve the Independent Study.

Science, General

  
  • NSC 101 - Life Science


    Offered FL
    Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
    4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
    A survey course for non‐science major students, which includes the study of cells and cell theory, anatomy and physiology of selected plants and animals, the environment, and ecology.
  
  • NSC 102 - Physical Science: Physics & Space


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
    4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: MTH 120 - Introductory Algebra  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    An introduction to the physical sciences: physics and space science. Topics within physics will include motion and forces, energy, heat and temperature, waves, electricity and light. Topics within space science will include the variety and evolution of stars, our understanding of the universe, our solar system and the earth‐moon system. Sessions will include a mixture of hands‐on experimentation, group problem solving, and class discussions.
  
  • NSC 104 - Physical Science: Chemistry & Earth


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
    4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: MTH 120 - Introductory Algebra  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
    An introduction to chemistry and Earth Science. This introductory course explores important concepts of chemistry including the scientific method, matter and its properties, and chemical and nuclear reaction. Topics in Earth Science include geology such as minerals, the rock cycle, the role of water on sculpting the Earth’s surface and the impact of human interactions on the Earth. Lab exercises will supplement these topics.
  
  • NSC 298 - Independent Study: General Science


    Offered as needed
    1‐6 credit hrs/1‐6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved application
    A course designed to provide a student with a valuable experience of independent research, analysis, and reporting that will enhance the grasp of a subject and develop the motivation, skills and discipline of independent work (1‐6 credits). The instructor and the appropriate Dean must approve the Independent Study.
  
  • NSC 299 - Internship: General Science


    Offered as needed
    3 or 6 credit hrs/3 or 6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved application by Dean and Instructor
    Credit is granted for students that engage in learning knowledge and skills through a carefully designed project or through a part-time work experience in the sciences.  An Internship Activity Report must be submitted and approved (by employer and instructor) every two weeks detailing hours worked and tasks performed.

Sociology

  
  • SOC 171 - Introduction to Sociology


    Offered FL WI SM
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    The application of the scientific method to the concepts and principles of sociology. Analyses focus on institutional features of modern society and the structure of social organizations.
  
  • SOC 274 - Sociology of the Family


    Offered WI even years
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: SOC 171 - Introduction to Sociology  or PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or Instructor Permission
    Sociological analysis of marriage and the family. Examines the family as a social institution, the position of the family in a changing society, courtship and mate selection, marital adjustment, parent‐child interaction.
  
  • SOC 275 - Social Problems


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: SOC 171 - Introduction to Sociology  or PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or Instructor Permission
    Cause and solutions of social dynamics in modern American society: alcoholism, mental illness, poverty, the aged, health, crime, minority groups, drug abuse.
  
  • SOC 276 - Gender Roles in Society


    Offered FL odd years
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: SOC 171 - Introduction to Sociology  or PSY 161 - Introduction to Psychology  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or Instructor Permission
    Course examines gender as a way of structuring social life. Emphasis will be on the description and explanation of male and female experiences in parenting, work, sexuality, education, health and violence. Gender role changes in society will also be explored. Emphasis will be on the United States, however, multicultural variations will be studied for comparison.

Spanish

  
  • SPN 101 - Elementary Spanish I


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐4
    4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Through study of vocabulary; grammar; pronunciation; listening and reading comprehension; writing; and basic aspects of cultural awareness, students acquire the fundamentals of the language, with emphasis on conversational Spanish.
  
  • SPN 102 - Elementary Spanish II


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐4
    4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: SPN 101 - Elementary Spanish I  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or equivalency
    Continuation of SPN 101 .
  
  • SPN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐4
    4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: SPN 102 - Elementary Spanish II  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or equivalency
    Review of grammar, reading, writing, and speaking Spanish. A study of Spanish culture through literature.
  
  • SPN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐4
    4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: SPN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I  with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or equivalency
    Continuation of SPN 201 .

Speech

  
  • SPE 101 - Principles of Speaking


    Offered FL WI, as needed SM
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Introduction to the theory and practice of informative and persuasive public speaking, with an emphasis on extemporaneous delivery.  Students will study and apply rhetorical appeals, audience analysis, and full-sentence outlines; create visual presentations; and practice dynamic physical and vocal delivery using multimodal presentations.
  
  • SPE 110 - Interpersonal Communications


    Offered FL WI, as needed SM
    Lecture‐3 Offered
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Introduction to the theory and practice of interpersonal communications, analysis of daily communication interactions; and practice in developing and building better interpersonal relationships in family, work, and social settings.
  
  • SPE 202 - Introduction to Mass Communication


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Exploration of the evolution of media and how media develop and frame communication. Media studies include books, newspapers, radio, music, television, magazines, the Internet, and social media. Additionally, students will examine the relationship between media, culture, gender, and communication.
  
  • SPE 206 - Small Group Communications


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture-3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Introduction to the theory and practice of small group communication, analysis of group interactions, and practice in developing competency as an effective small group member and potential leader.

Theater

  
  • THE 101 - Theater/Drama Appreciation


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    How to enjoy theater ‐‐ both playgoing and the reading of plays. An appreciation of the various theater artists: actors, directors, designers, technicians. This is an appreciation course, not a performance course where students are expected to perform.
  
  • THE 121 - Fundamentals of Acting


    Offered as needed
    Lecture‐3
    3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
    Theories of acting; practice in developing basic acting skills and communicating the content and meaning of a script.
  
  • THE 151 - Stagecraft


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐2 Lab‐2
    3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Introduction to the theory and practice of play production including scenery, lighting, costuming and make‐up.
  
  • THE 291 - Applied Theater


    Offered FL WI
    1‐3 credit hrs/1‐3 contact hrs
    Variable credit for supervised experience involving one or more aspects of theatrical expression through the college theater program. Nature of involvement to be determined between instructor and student. No more than six credits may be awarded.

Welding

  
  • WLD 100 - Basic Oxy and Arc Welding


    Offered FL WI
    Lab‐8
    4 credit hrs/8 contact hrs
    Pre/Corequisite: WLD 101 - Welding Technology I 
    Introduction to flat and vertical oxyacetylene welding, brazing of mild steel and cast iron. Basic shielded metal arc welding in flat, horizontal and vertical positions with mild steel electrodes. Basic safety principles, operation and application of arc welding, oxyacetylene, and torch cutting equipment.
  
  • WLD 101 - Welding Technology I


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐2
    2 credit hrs/2 contact hrs
    Technical lecture related to basic theories of welding safety, Oxy‐Fuel and Shielded Metal Arc Welding processes, metallurgy, filler metal selection and welding terminology.
  
  • WLD 103 - Welding Technology II


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐2
    2 credit hrs/2 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: WLD 101 - Welding Technology I 
    Technical lecture relating to theory in the areas of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Weld Testing and Inspection, Shielded Metal Arc Welding of pipe, related welding processes and the use and interpretation of welding symbols.
  
  • WLD 104 - Basic Arc Lab


    Offered FL WI
    Lab‐8
    4 credit hrs/8 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: WLD 100 - Basic Oxy and Arc Welding 
    Pre/Corequisite: WLD 101 - Welding Technology I 
    Will enhance Shielded Metal Arc Welding skills in all positions using a variety of electrodes. Weld quality will be determined by producing guided bend and fillet fracture tests to American Welding Society standards.
  
  • WLD 106 - Advanced Arc Lab


    Offered FL WI
    Lab‐8
    4 credit hrs/8 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: WLD 104 - Basic Arc Lab 
    Pre/Corequisite: WLD 103 - Welding Technology II  
    Will produce fillet and open root Single‐Vee groove welds in all positions using large diameter electrodes with the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process. Weld quality will be checked using macro‐etch and guided bend testing to American Welding Society standards. Prepares student for welding qualification tests.
  
  • WLD 110 - Blueprint Reading for Welders


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐4
    4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Basic fundamentals of drawing interpretation as applied to the welding trade, with emphasis on coverage of welding symbols. Introduction to template development and layout.
  
  • WLD 111 - Metallurgy


    Offered FL
    Lecture‐4
    4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
    Basic study of metals, effects of thermal cycles, tensile, bend, hardness and spark testing used to identify metals. Study of atomic structures, crystallization, and crystal structures, grain structures and heat treatments of metals.
  
  • WLD 113 - Gas Metal Arc Lab


    Offered FL WI
    Lab‐8
    4 credit hrs/8 contact hrs
    Pre/Corequisite: WLD 103 - Welding Technology II  & WLD 104 - Basic Arc Lab 
    Practice in the setup of Semi‐automatic Gas Metal Arc Welding equipment. Solid wire, self‐shielded flux core, gas‐shielded flux core and aluminum electrodes are used to produce butt, lap, tee, and vee‐groove joints in all positions. Guided bend tests are utilized to determine weld quality to American Welding D 1.1 Standard.
  
  • WLD 114 - Gas Tungsten Arc Lab


    Offered FL WI
    Lab‐8
    4 credit hrs/8 contact hrs
    Pre/Corequisite: WLD 103 - Welding Technology II 
    Practice in the setup of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding equipment. Welding of mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum butt, lap, tee and corner joints in all positions. The student will determine weld quality by producing guided bend tests to American Welding Society standards.
  
  • WLD 115 - Band Saw/Drill Press/Lathe


    Offered FL WI SM
    4 credit hrs/5.59 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: WLD 113 - Gas Metal Arc Lab 
    Introduces safely operating a band saw, drill press, and a manual lathe. Other focus points include manufacturing hand tools, turning operations and processes used for tapping drilling, reaming, and boring. Hands‐on lab will be required throughout this course.
  
  • WLD 116 - Programming/Speeds & Feeds


    Offered FL WI SM
    3.60 credit hrs/5.02 contact hrs
    Prerequisite WLD 115 - Band Saw/Drill Press/Lathe 
    Introduces the fundamentals of CNC Mill programming, CNC commands and how to calculate speeds and feeds for CNC operations. Hands‐on lab work will be required throughout this course.
  
  • WLD 207 - Pipe Welding Lab


    Offered FL WI
    Lab‐8
    4 credit hrs/8 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: WLD 106 - Advanced Arc Lab 
    Shielded Metal Arc Welding on 4” schedule 80 pipe in the 1G, 2G and 5G positions. Vee‐groove open root joint configuration tested to American Society Mechanical Engineers section 1X standard. Designed to develop skills for the pipe welding industry.
  
  • WLD 212 - Welding Fabrication


    Offered FL WI
    Lecture‐1 Lab‐4‐6
    3‐4 credit hrs/5‐7 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
    Designed to develop or improve the basic skills in design, layout, fabrication, and print reading. Areas studied include estimating labor and material rates, use of welding symbols, process selection, quality control inspection techniques, and fabrication methods.
  
  • WLD 298 - Independent Study: Welding


    Offered as needed
    1‐6 credit hrs/1‐6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved Application
    Investigation and study of the principles and concepts of advanced welding operations. Objectives of the study are determined by mutual agreement between the student and instructor.
  
  • WLD 299 - Internship: Welding


    Offered as needed
    3‐6 credit hrs/3‐6 contact hrs
    Prerequisite: Approved application
    Credit is granted for students that engage in learning knowledge and skills through a complex and carefully designed project or through part‐time work experience. The hours will be determined between employer and faculty member.

Zoology

  
  • ZOO 211 - Ornithology


    Offered WI
    Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
    4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
    A systematic approach to the study of birds. Anatomy, physiology, and behavioral characteristics will be studied. The identification of birds by sight and sound will be stressed.
  
  • ZOO 220 - General Zoology


    Offered FL
    Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
    4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
    A survey of animals, anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, ecology, and distribution. Students will perform field studies on the Lake Michigan shoreline as well as local terrestrial environments.
 

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