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COR 217 - Client Relations in Corrections
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
The course will examine the meaning and function of culture, the impact and meaning of discrimination, minorities, attitude formation, and professional responsiveness.
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COR 218 - Legal Issues in Corrections
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: appropriate reading placement
The course will examine constitutional law; law and court process; U.S. courts, prisoner rights; Section 42, 1983 concerns; and current topics.
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COR 223 - Correctional Procedures
Offered WI
Lecture‐2 Lab‐2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Students will learn the principles and procedures of prisoner intake and booking, ethics, fire safety, prisoner behavior, report writing, workplace laws, stress management and suicide awareness.
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COR 240 - Local Corrections Officer Trng Aca
Offered SM
Lecture‐7 Lab‐4
9 credit hrs/11 contact hrs
Students will complete the 160‐hour training curriculum required to work as a Local Corrections Officer.
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Criminal Justice |
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CRJ 100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
Offered FL SM
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Overview of the criminal justice system to include law enforcement, courts, prosecution, and corrections.
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CRJ 200 - Firearms
Offered WI
Lecture‐1 Lab‐5
3 credit hrs/6 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Training and qualification in the use of the 9mm pistol, .12 gauge shotgun, and patrol rifle. Legal use of force emphasized.
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CRJ 201 - Police Procedures
Offered WI
Lecture‐5
4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Study of procedures and skills required in court functions, domestic violence incidents, patrol tactics, tactical techniques, prisoner care, individuals with mental disorders, dealing with juveniles and their families, and radio communication.
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CRJ 202 - Criminal Investigation
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Fundamentals of criminal investigation, including the identification, collection, and preservation of evidence, interviews, and preparation for legal proceedings.
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CRJ 204 - Special Operations
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Provides skills in emergency preparedness, civil disorders, tactical operations and human relations.
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CRJ 205 - Traffic Crash Investigation
Offered WI
Lecture‐1
1 credit hrs/1 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Students will study causes of traffic crashes and use various investigative tools to determine factors such as crash event sequence and minimum vehicle speed. Students will learn crash reporting as well as the applicability of related laws.
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CRJ 206 - Criminal Law
Offered WI
Lecture‐4
4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Basic course in criminal law as it applies to local and state laws. The elements of a crime will be learned.
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CRJ 207 - Physical Conditioning
Offered FL
Lab‐4
2 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Physician’s Permission ‐ acquire permission form from Criminal Justice Director and bring to first day of class
Physical fitness for the police candidate emphasizing cardiovascular conditioning, stretching, strength, and agility.
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CRJ 208 - Subject Control
Offered WI
Lecture‐1 Lab‐4
3 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Legal use of force, techniques of unarmed defense.
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CRJ 211 - Juvenile Delinquency
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Studies the causation of juvenile delinquency. Topics include federal and state law, the juvenile justice system, police and community intervention, and gang activity.
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CRJ 213 - Traffic Law
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hours/3 contact hours
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Motor Vehicle Code, as well as methods currently used in traffic control and enforcement. Students will receive Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) training, and qualifying students will receive a certificate in SFST.
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CRJ 214 - Police First Aid
Offered WI
Lecture‐1
1 credit hrs/1 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening and CPR
Standard first aid techniques, including care of bleeding, fractures, environmental emergencies, childbirth, vehicle extrication, and tactical emergency casualty care.
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CRJ 219 - Fitness and Wellness
Offered WI
Lecture‐1 Lab‐2
2 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Designed for police licensure students and covers a variety of health related topics including, fitness and wellness, benefits and guidelines for exercise, coronary risk factors, stress management, nutrition, weight control, low back care and motivation. Emphasizes the importance of being fit for duty and fit for life.
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CRJ 220 - Emergency Vehicle Operations
Offered WI
Lab‐2
1 credit hrs/2 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Students will learn the legal and practical aspects of police vehicle operation.
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CRJ 241 - Speed Measurement
Offered WI
Lecture‐1
1 credit hrs/1 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Academy Screening
Legal and technical application of police radar and lidar.
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CRJ 298 - Independent Study: Law Enforcement
Offered as needed
1‐3 credit hrs/1‐3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application and CRJ 100
Investigation and study of principles and concepts of law enforcement in a career setting. The objectives of the study are determined by the mutual agreement of the student and the instructor/coordinator.
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CRJ 299 - Internship: Law Enforcement
Offered as needed
3‐6 credit hrs/3‐6 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application and CRJ 100
Credit is granted for work experience in a law enforcement field. Arrangements are to be made through instructional staff.
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Early Childhood Education |
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ECE 101 - Intro to Early Childhood Education
Offered FL WI
Lecture‐4
4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Emphasizes the introductory disciplines of Early Childhood Education professions (i.e. Head Start). Familiarizes students with current state licensing regulations and the foundations of applied theories relative to developmentally appropriate practices.
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ECE 120 - Early Childhood Ed and Child Care I
Offered FL
Lecture‐4 Lab‐6
7 credit hrs/10 contact hrs
Investigation and study of principles and concepts of child development and child care. The focus is on the understanding of principles and concepts underlying the theories of early childhood education. Skills in each functional area of CDA (Child Development Association) Competency Standards will be covered.
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ECE 121 - Early Child Ed and Child Care II
Offered WI
Lecture‐4 Lab‐6
7 credit hrs/10 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ECE 120 - Early Childhood Ed and Child Care I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Continuation of the study of principles and concepts of child development, child care, and early childhood education. Skills in the 10 required CDA Competency standard areas will be covered. To apply for CDA certification, the student will have 5 years to complete the additional 300 hours of experience working with children.
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ECE 125 - Early Childhood Ed Activities
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Focus on a knowledge and understanding of the principles and patterns of developmentally appropriate practices for classroom instruction of infant through eight‐year old children, on the classroom environment and the effects of the domains on learning. Will demonstrate an understanding about the quality of each developmental stage and how growth can be encouraged. A hands-on approach to the age appropriate practices of today.
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ECE 130 - Childhood Dev for Early Child Edu
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Study of human growth and development from conception through the first eight years. Included are concepts of physical, cognitive, emotional, language, and literacy developments as well as how the environment from family to school effects the self concept and motivation for the full potential of the child.
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ECE 132 - Promote Erly Lit and Language Dv
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
This course will focus on early literacy ‐ its definition, differing philosophies and activities that may be done to promote the topic of early literacy, or how young children learn to read and write. It will also assist those working with young children to understand the importance of creating a literate environment for young children and aid in the understanding of the role of adults in promoting early literacy.
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ECE 135 - Current Issues Early Childhood Ed
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ECE 101 - Intro to Early Childhood Education with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
This course will help students become aware and knowledgeable about the current issues that face early childhood education. Issues may include: developmentally appropriate practice, brain development research, child care issues, special needs and at risk children, rights of parents, kindergarten entrance, diversity, appropriate nutrition, etc.
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ECE 150 - Infant and Toddler Care
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ECE 101 - Intro to Early Childhood Education with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Provides an intense look at the special needs of infants and toddlers and methods of designing and implementing appropriate programs. Classroom arrangement, charting, and curriculum planning. Discussion on methodology of working in a classroom environment and management. Curriculum planning, age appropriate domains and implementing proper care for a positive learning environment.
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ECE 250 - Adm of Ely Childhood Ed Facilities
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ECE 101 & ECE 130 with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or instructor permission
Focuses on the essential organization, planning, operations, and ongoing quality improvement of childcare facilities. Licensing, structure and accreditation standards are covered. Discussion on child advocacy, importance of high quality childcare and a positive working environment.
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ECE 295 - Special Studies Early Childhood Ed
Offered as needed
1‐7 credit hrs/1‐7 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application
Study of principles and concepts of Early Childhood Education. Objectives of the study are determined by mutual agreement between student and instructor.
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ECE 297 - Early Childhood Observation Lab
Offered as needed
Lab‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application
Continuation of the study of principles and concepts of child development, childcare, and early childhood education. Skills in the 10 required competency standard areas would be covered. To apply for CDA certification, the student will have five years to complete an additional 300 hours of experience working with children.
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ECE 298 - Independent Study:Child Development
Offered as needed
3‐6 credit hrs/3‐6 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application
Investigation and study of principles and concepts of child development in career setting. Objectives of the study are determined by mutual agreement between student and instructor.
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ECE 299 - Internship: Child Development
Offered as needed
3‐6 credit hrs/3‐6 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application
Placement in a child development center or group child care for six (6) hours a week, working with children, observing behavior, and instruction under close supervision. Specific goals and objectives for placement will be developed with the child care agency teachers and directors.
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Economics |
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ECO 136 - Principles of Microeconomics
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Survey of economics with particular emphasis on the market system. Discusses basic economic concepts and principles and then moves on to the micro‐economic description and analysis.
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ECO 137 - Principles of Macroeconomics
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Survey of economics continued. Focuses on macro‐economic analysis and description and examines certain specific economic problems within the American economy.
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Education |
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EDU 104 - Introduction to Education
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Enables students to explore the realities of teaching in the United States, and introduces the knowledge and skill base necessary to reach an increasingly diverse student population. Explores the historical, legal, philosophical, and sociocultural foundations of American education, emphasizing the expansion of education given gender, cultural, and socioeconomic differences in the country. Includes a minimum 20 hours of classroom observation.
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EDU 205 - Reading Assessment & Methods
Offered every other year
Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
Prerequisite: EDU 104 - Introduction to Education or ECE 101 - Intro to Early Childhood Education with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Introduces students to literacy instruction and assessment practices for grades K‐8, including developmental instruction. Students are expected to conduct 20+ hours of fieldwork coupled with research and discussion of developmentally appropriate learning in the language arts.
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EDU 206 - Introduction to Special Education
Offered as needed
Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
Prerequisite EDU 104 - Introduction to Education or ECE 101 - Intro to Early Childhood Education with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
This course will introduce pre-service teachers to strategies to accommodate the needs of exceptional and diverse learners in PK-12 classrooms. Course topics will include a survey of the history of special education including legislation and litigation, as well as the causes of disabilities, the academic and social characteristics of diverse learners, basic assessment and intervention procedures, special education services/programming, the role of the family and community, and accommodating gifted and talented students. Students are expected o conduct 20+ hours of fieldwork coupled with research and discussion of developmentally appropriate learning in Special Education.
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EDU 222 - Children’s Literature
Offered every other year
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Introduction to the significance of children’s literature both in education and in literary and cultural contexts. Considers a range of children’s and young adult books from multiple genres using a variety of aesthetic, sociocultural, pedagogical, and psychological perspectives. Features discussion of and writing about the work children’s literature performs in schools, communities, families, and personal experiences.
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EDU 230 - Technology in the Classroom
Offered WI in even years
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: EDU 104 - Introduction to Education or ECE 101 - Intro to Early Childhood Education with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or teaching certificate or instructor permission
Introduction to the infusion of technology into a classroom environment. Students will develop a curriculum which utilizes computer technology with an instructional design methodology. Core concepts include: hardware operation, software applications, the Internet, and development of new educational methods based on emerging technology.
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ELC 101 - Electrical Safety & Circuits
Offered FL WI SM
3.6 credit hrs/4.8 contact hrs
Introduces basic concepts of electricity, general safety procedures, Red Cross CPR and use of the Automated External Deliberator (AED) including RED CROSS certification in CPR and AED. An overview of electronics is covered along with schematics, closed and open circuits, switches, wires, wire resistance, basic circuit measurements, meter symbols, digital and analog multi‐meters. Soldering and troubleshooting circuits is also covered. Lab sessions focus on soldering, building and testing circuits.
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ELC 102 - Circuits
Offered FL WI SM
3.5 credit hrs/4.69 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 101 - Electrical Safety & Circuits
Introduces Ohm’s and Kirchhoff’s laws, characteristics of inductance and capacitance, and the use of series and parallel circuits together. Also included are transformers, how to select, connect, and troubleshoot them and a basic understanding of Control Logic. Hands‐on labs focus on building circuits, analyzing and troubleshooting them.
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ELC 103A - Sensors
Offered FL WI SM
1.6 credit hrs/2.14 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 102 - Circuits
Introduces relays, limit switches, timers, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, magnetic reed switches Hall‐Effect sensors, photoelectric sensors, thermal sensors, including thermistors, thermocouples, and resistive temperature detectors (RTDs). The hands‐on labs focus on learning how these various electronic components function in circuits.
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ELC 103B - Sensors
Offered FL WI SM
3.6 credit hrs/4.89 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 102 - Circuits
Introduces relays, limit switches, timers, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, magnetic reed switches, Hall‐Effect sensors, photoelectric sensors, thermal sensors, including thermistors, thermocouples, and resistive temperature detectors (RTDs). Also included are power supplies, transistors and switching circuits, operational amplifiers, FETs, PWM and speed and power control. The hands‐on labs focus on learning how these various electronic components function in circuits.
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ELC 104 - Motor Control
Offered FL WI SM
3.1 credit hrs/4.14 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 103A - Sensors / ELC 103B - Sensors
Introduces basic safety requirements for control of motors, manual motor control and overload protection. Also included are basic construction and operation of a control transformers and electrical control circuits. Hands‐on labs include working with these components to gain an understanding of how they work.
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ELC 105 - Relays & Sensors
Offered FL WI SM
3.4 credit hrs/4.54 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 104 - Motor Control
Introduces control relays used to start and stop electric motors, troubleshooting components in‐circuit, control circuits and basic operation of electronic sensors in motor control circuits. Hands‐on labs focus on using the components in actual circuits.
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ELC 106 - Timers & Motor Control
Offered FL WI SM
3.4 credit hrs/4.55 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 105 - Relays & Sensors
Introduces the use of counters and timers in motor control circuits, how to safely reverse an electric motor, techniques used to stop AC motors, reduced voltage starting and controlling motor speed using variable frequency AC drives. Hands-on labs focus on using these techniques to control electric motors.
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ELC 107 - Drives & Motors
Offered FL WI SM
3.2 credit hrs/4.28 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 106 - Timers & Motor Control
Introduces motor acceleration and deceleration methods used with variable frequency AC drives, troubleshooting of circuits that include variable frequency drives and SCRs used to control motor speed. Also included are methods for measuring, calculating and analyzing motor performance characteristics. Hands‐on labs focus on using the methods introduced in the on‐line modules.
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ELC 108 - Motors & Generators
Offered FL WI SM
3.6 credit hrs/4.82 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 107 - Drives & Motors
Introduces AC electric motors, AC circuits with inductive loads, single‐phase AC motors, squirrel‐cage induction motors, DC generators, generation and distribution of AC power and basic electrical wiring including switches, lights, outlets, and circuit protection. Hands‐on labs focus on understanding these electrical components and systems by using them in circuits.
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ELC 109 - Electrical Wiring
Offered FL WI SM
5.0 credit hrs/6.63 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 108 - Motors & Generators
Introduces working with and bending conduit, EMT and IMC, selecting proper conductors and protection for applications, wire pulling techniques and how to install control wiring into electrical panels. Hands‐on labs focus on wiring skills.
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ELC 110 - PLC 1
Offered FL WI SM
3.2 credit hrs/4.28 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 109 - Electrical Wiring
Introduces the fundamental operation of a programmable logic controller (PLC), PLC programming using PLC software, using a PLC to control electric motors, interfacing a number of common I/O devices to the PLC and testing the interfacing. Hands on labs focus on using PLCs to accomplish the skills listed.
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ELC 111 - PLC 2
Offered FL WI SM
3.9 credit hrs/5.24 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 110 - PLC 1
Introduces PLC’s and event sequencing, reading and designing event sequencing programs, using PLC timer instructions, using counter instructions with PLCs, troubleshooting PLC systems and using math and data move instructions with PLCs. Hands on lab focuses on using a PLC to accomplish these skills.
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ELC 112 - Electrical Code
Offered FL WI SM
6.3 credit hrs/8.42 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ELC 111 - PLC 2
This nine module course covers various topics in the National Electrical Codes (NEC) including, terms and definitions, practices for safe and compliant wiring and over current protection, wire sizes, materials and voltage limitations, conductor protection in raceways, wiring methods for inside and outdoor installations. Also covered are Class I, II, and III, hazardous locations, including Divisions 1 and 2, commercial locations wiring practices as applied to electric signs, pre‐wired office partitions. Other wiring principals focus on cranes and hoists, elevators, moving walks and chair lifts, community antenna television systems (CATV) used to distribute signals in buildings and sub‐divisions a as well as the NEC compliance in wiring. Also studied are the Michigan Department of Labor Electrical Code Rules. This course contains pages of on line study, a lab discussion and test of 66 questions.
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EMG 102 - Incident Management I
Offered WI
Lecture-2
2 credit hrs/2 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Screening for Emergency Telecommunicator Program
Students will learn the basic concepts of emergency incident management, using the federal curriculum for National Incident Management (NIMS) modules 100, 200, 700, and 800. They will also be trained in the use of the Michigan Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN).
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EMG 103 - Incident Management II
Offered WI
Lecture-4
4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Screening for Emergency Telecommunicator Program
Students will learn the basics of emergency incident management, using the federal curriculum for National Incident Management (NIMS) modules 300 and 400.
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EMG 104 - Public Safety Telecommunicator
Offered FL and as needed
Lecture‐3
3 credit hours/3 contact hours
This course is designed to train individuals in emergency telecommunication technology, interpersonal communication, legal issues, and job stress factors. The course is intended for students unfamiliar with emergency telecommunication centers. Formerly CRJ 104.
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EMS 117 - EMT Basic
Offered WI
Lecture-7 Lab-10
12 credit hrs/17 contact hrs
Prerequisite: 18 years of age and current CPR
Encompasses basic emergency care of the trauma victim, accident victim, the seriously ill of all ages, intravenous therapy, physical assessment, and endotracheal intubation. Successful completion will qualify for the state licensing exam for EMT Basic.
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EMS 118 - Basic EMT I
Offered FL
Lecture-4 Lab-0
4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Attend an EMS Orientation
Corequisites: EMS 130 - Basic EMT Lab I and EMS 140 - Basic EMT Clinical I
This course, in conjunction with EMS 120, EMS 130, EMS 131, EMS 140, EMS 141, EMS 150, and EMS 160, is designed to teach the knowledge, skills, and appropriate behavior to prepare students for the National Registry Certification examination which will enable them to obtain a Michigan Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license. The focus of this course is on the didactic material including topics such as: introduction to emergency medical care, the well-being of the EMT – Basic, lifting and moving patients, initial assessment, detailed physical exam, communications, documentation, ambulance operations, triage, disaster, and hazmat. Students will be under the direct supervision of a licensed EMS Instructor-Coordinator. Successful completion of this course requires the student to pass both the written and practical skills examinations consistent with the state and national standards.
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EMS 119 - EMT Basic Special Study
Offered FL
Lecture-6 Lab-8
10 credit hrs/14 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Current Medical First Responder card or CPR card
Course will build on previously learned skills to further encompass basic emergency care of the trauma victim, accident victim, the seriously ill of all ages, intravenous therapy, physical assessment, and endotracheal intubation.
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EMS 120 - Basic EMT II
Offered WI
Lecture-5
5 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
Prerequisites: EMS 118 - Basic EMT I , EMS 130 - Basic EMT Lab I , and EMS 140 - Basic EMT Clinical I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Corequisites: EMS 131 - Basic EMT Lab II and EMS 141 - Basic EMT Clinical II
This course, in conjunction with EMS 118, EMS 130, EMS 131, EMS 140, EMS 141, EMS 150, and EMS 160, is designed to teach the knowledge, skills, and appropriate behavior to prepare students for the National Registry Certification examination which will enable them to obtain a Michigan Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license. The focus of this course is on the didactic material including topics such as: respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies, allergic reactions, poisoning/overdose emergencies, obstetrics, abdominal illness, bleeding and shock, musculoskeletal care, and special considerations such as geriatrics and pediatrics. Students will be under the direct supervision of a licensed EMS Instructor-Coordinator. Successful completion of this course requires the student to pass both the written and practical skills examinations consistent with state and national standards.
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EMS 130 - Basic EMT Lab I
Offered FL
Lecture-0 Lab-4
2 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Corequisites: EMS 118 - Basic EMT I and EMS 140 - Basic EMT Clinical I
EMS 130, along with EMS 118, EMS 120, and EMS 131 are foundational courses of the Basic EMT certificate program and are designed to teach the knowledge, skills, and appropriate behavior to prepare students for the National Registry Certification examination which will enable them to obtain a Michigan Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license. The focus of this course is on the practical lab hours necessary to apply the skills learned in EMS 118, covering such topics as lifting and moving patients, baseline vitals, airway, oxygenation, ventilation, focused history and physical exam: medical and trauma, gaining access, triage, disaster, and hazmat. Students will be under the direct supervision of a licensed EMS Instructor-Coordinator. Successful completion of this course requires the student to pass both the written and practical skills examinations consistent with state and national standards.
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EMS 131 - Basic EMT Lab II
Offered WI
Lecture-0 Lab-4
2 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisites: EMS 118 - Basic EMT I , EMS 130 - Basic EMT Lab I , and EMS 140 - Basic EMT Clinical I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Corequisites: EMS 120 - Basic EMT II and EMS 141 - Basic EMT Clinical II
EMS 131, along with EMS 118, EMS 120, and EMS 130, are foundational courses of the Basic EMT certificate program and are designed to teach the knowledge, skills, and appropriate behavior to prepare students for the National Registry Certification examination which will enable them to obtain a Michigan Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license. The focus of this course is on the practical lab hours necessary to apply the skills learned in EMS 120, covering such topics as respiratory emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies, CPR, bleeding and shock, injuries to the head and spine, and triage, disaster, and hazmat. Students will be under the direct supervision of a licensed EMS Instructor-Coordinator. Successful completion of this course requires the student to pass both the written and practical skills examinations consistent with state and national standards.
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EMS 140 - Basic EMT Clinical I
Offered FL
Lecture-0 Clinical-1.5
0.5 credit hrs/1.5 contact hrs
Corequisites: EMS 118 - Basic EMT I and EMS 130 - Basic EMT Lab I
Basic EMT Clinical I is designed to provide the student with hospital and ambulance skill experience. Students will continue to acquire a working knowledge of practices and procedures in the field of emergency care, and experience with other areas of health care in other hospital and pre-hospital settings. Through hands-on training, the student will satisfactorily complete specified performance objectives.
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EMS 141 - Basic EMT Clinical II
Offered WI
Lecture-0 Clinical-1.5
0.5 credit hrs/1.5 contact hrs
Prerequisites: EMS 118 - Basic EMT I , EMS 130 - Basic EMT Lab I , and EMS 140 - Basic EMT Clinical I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Corequisites: EMS 120 - Basic EMT II and EMS 131 - Basic EMT Lab II
Basic EMT Clinical II is designed to provide the student with hospital and ambulance skill experience beyond EMT 140 Basic EMT Clinical I. Students will continue to acquire a working knowledge of practices and procedures in the field of emergency care, and experience other areas of health care in other hospital and pre-hospital settings. Through hands-on training, the student will satisfactorily complete specified performance objectives. Clinical shifts will be scheduled by arrangement and may include 12 hour shifts.
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EMS 150 - Emergency Driving - Ambulance
Offered FL
Lecture-0 Lab-2
1 credit hr/2 contact hrs
Practical knowledge and experience to safely operate an ambulance is provided to the student in this course. Such topics as safety strategies, operational laws, defensive driving techniques, and specialized driving maneuvers are presented. Student must hold a current and valid unrestricted State of Michigan Driver’s License and allow for copy of same as well as verification that the driver’s license and vehicle record are in good standing.
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EMS 160 - Rescue & Extrication
Offered WI
Lecture-1 Lab-2
2 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisites: EMS 118 - Basic EMT I and EMS 130 - Basic EMT Lab I
Emphasis is placed on knowledge and skills in vehicle extrication, rescue techniques, extrication involving farm and industrial equipment, and other specialized rescue techniques. Emphasis is placed on patient and rescuer safety. Hands-on experience in extrication and rescue techniques are included in the course.
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EMS 208 - Beginning Paramedic
Offered WI
Lecture-12 Lab-16
20 credit hrs/28 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Current Basic EMT License or eligible for exam & ANP 118 Introduction to the Human Body
Study of essential components of paramedic practice and responsibilities. Topics include cardiovascular assessment, CNS assessment, geriatric emergencies, pediatric emergencies, fluid & electrolytes, advanced airway management, shock, musculoskeletal trauma and beginning EKG.
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EMS 209 - Advanced Paramedic
Offered SM
Lecture-16 Lab-16
24 credit hrs/32 contact hrs
Prerequisite: EMS 208 Beginning Paramedic
Study of essential components of paramedic practice and responsibilities. Topics include CNS injury, advanced EKG, mega codes, OB/GYN, pediatric, advanced pharmacology, environmental concerns, burns, medical/legal issues, ACLS, trauma, communication, and documentation.
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EMS 299 - Internship: Paramedic
Offered FL
Lab-16
8 credit hrs/16 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved Application
Credit is earned for work experience within an approved emergency medical service. The student will integrate all of the didactic, psychomotor skills, and clinical instruction into the ability to serve as an entry-level paramedic. The student will be working under close supervision of an evaluator.
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EGR 106 - Introduction to Engineering I
Offered FL
Lecture-2 Lab-2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: MTH 161 - Pre-Calculus with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
An introduction to engineering intended for students ready for calculus. This history and sub-disciplines of engineering will be studied. Written communications skills will be emphasized. Students will be introduced to some common software used in engineering, including Excel and MATLAB or an alternative. Students will plan a project based on their own interests.
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EGR 107 - Introduction to Engineering II
Offered WI
Lecture-2 Lab-2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: EGR 106 - Introduction to Engineering I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
A continuation of Introduction to Engineering I. Ethics in engineering will be covered. Verbal communication skills will be emphasized. Students will be introduced to solid modeling software, like Solidworks or an alternative. Students will execute a project based on their own interests.
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English |
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ENG 053 - ESL Communication Skills
Offered as needed
Lecture‐1
1 credit hrs/1 contact hrs
Recommended: Pre/Corequisite ENG 054 Integrated Reading & Writing
Basic principles of reading, writing, and pronunciation for English language learners. Prepares students for additional courses in English or communications.
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ENG 054 - Integrated Reading & Writing
Offered FL WI
Lecture-3 Lab-2
4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
Prerequisite: appropriate assessment score
A course designed to develop basic literacy skills such as diction, grammar, punctuation and usage in the context of their own writings, and reading skills such as comprehension, reading rate, vocabulary, retention, and critical reading. Students will be diagnosed as to ability in vocabulary and comprehension and will participate in individualized computer reading programs. Upon successful completion of the course, students may retake the Placement test to gauge readiness for enrolment in ENG 111 English Composition I.
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ENG 098 - Writing Essentials
Offered FL WI, as needed SM
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Corequisite: ENG 111 English Composition I
A course designed to help students master the essential elements of good writing in preparation for college-level work. Class size is deliberately limited so that students can benefit from one-on-one work with the instructor and small group interaction as they quickly get up to speed on the requirements of writing across the college curriculum. The course meets concurrently with ENG 111 English Composition I.
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ENG 111 - English Composition I
Offered FL WI SM
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: appropriate assessment score
Designed to encourage critical reading and thinking, this course helps students develop clear and effective writing skills. Emphasis is placed on writing as a process, from generation and exploration of ideas to revising and editing, and on producing texts in a variety of modalities. Students learn workshop approaches for critically analyzing and evaluating their own writings and the writings of others. Includes an overview of library research and documentation.
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ENG 112 - English Composition II
Offered FL WI SM
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ENG 111 - English Composition I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
A course that develops further practice in the writing process, while emphasizing argumentation, persuasion, and research. Refines critical reading skills and the ability to analyze both student and professional work. The course involves gathering, evaluating, analyzing, synthesizing, and documenting information from a variety of research sources. Students learn to develop arguments in a logical coherent, and meaningful manner and to present them across a range of modalities to meet the needs of different audiences.
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ENG 115 - Creative Writing
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ENG 111 - English Composition I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Readings and exercises in various techniques of fiction and poetry writing. Concentration on individual student writing through workshop discussion.
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ENG 200 - Fiction Writing Workshop
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ENG 115 - Creative Writing with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or instructor permission
Students will engage in multiple, in‐depth workshop exercises as well as the study of fiction writing techniques in a variety of forms as practiced by established authors. Students will develop a fiction portfolio and prepare at least one work for publication in a regional or national literary publication.
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ENG 251 - Introduction to Linguistics
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ENG 111 English Composition I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Introductory linguistics course intended for students who have had no previous exposure to systematic language study. Students will examine the grammatical structures of the English language (syntax), its system of sounds (phonology), and the ways that languages instill words with meaning (morphology, semantics). Course will also address issues of current interest in linguistics, including language variation (dialects and styles), language acquisition, current attitudes about English dialects, and recent debates concerning the biological components of language.
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ENG 258 - Contemporary World Issues
Offered FL
Lecture-3 Lab-2
4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ENG 112 English Composition II with “C” or better [2.0 out of a 4.0 scale] or instructor approval
A writing-intensive, multidisciplinary exploration of current world events that will prepare students to better understand and participate in the democratic process. Students learn about and use a variety of news gathering technologies to rapidly isolate, track, analyze, and interpret emerging issues of global concern and to compose high-level written analyses of world events in appropriate cultural, political, scientific, and economic contexts. The one-hour lab focuses on real-world application of course content to a specific area of student interest in humanitarian computing.
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ENG 260 - Advanced Composition
Offered FL
Lecture-3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: ENG 112 - English Composition II with a ‘C’ or better.
Expands students’ rhetorical knowledge and builds on the critical reading, thinking, and writing strategies that were developed in ENG 111 and ENG 112. Provides students with skills necessary to enter into higher-level undergraduate and discipline-specific academic discourse or professional workplace writing. Students will apply their advanced understanding of rhetorical strategies to a variety of professional and academic contexts. Multidisciplinary inquiry-based projects ask students to write for various audiences in both print and digital forms. Specific research methods, writing technologies, and topics according to the academic and vocational goals of students in a given section.
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ENG 298 - Independent Study: Communications
Offered as needed
3‐6 credit hrs/3‐6 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application
Study of principles and concepts of English. Objectives of the study are determined by mutual agreement between student and instructor.
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ENG 299 - Internship: Communications
Offered as needed
3‐6 credit hrs/3‐6 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Approved application
A short‐term work experience that provides students with the opportunity to gain experience in a specific field or career area. An internship can be paid or unpaid and may be taken for 3‐6 credits (3 credits= 225 hours, 450 hours for 6 credits). The instructor and the appropriate Dean must approve the Internship.
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First‐Year Seminar |
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FYS 101 - First‐Year Seminar
Offered FL WI
Lecture‐2
2 credit hrs/2 contact hrs
The First Year Seminar is designed to help WSCC students identify and develop the beliefs, behaviors, and skills that create academic, professional, and personal success. Through self‐assessment, readings, collaborative projects, classroom activities, and reflective writing students will learn how: to take responsibility for their own success, to increase self‐motivation and self‐awareness, to think critically and effectively communicate ideas at the college level, to create compelling college and life plans, and to navigate and make full use of college resources.
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French |
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FRN 101 - Elementary French I
Offered FL
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 French.
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FRN 102 - Elementary French II
Offered WI
Lecture‐4
4 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: FRN 101 - Elementary French I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale) or equivalency
Continuation of FRN 101 .
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Game Design & Animation |
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GDA 100 - Introduction to Computer Animation
Offered FL
Lecture-2 Lab-2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Designed to provide students with theoretical understanding as well as practical experience working in computer-aided animation. Students will be introduced to characters, audio and video editing, scripting, 3D environments, and programming. Students use animation techniques to articulate and communicate a variety of topics.
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GDA 150 - Introduction to Game Design & Development
Offered WI
Lecture-3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Covers timelines, release dates, budgets and marketing plans as they relate to the game creation process. Specific topics to be covered are brainstorming, story boarding, scripting, player psychology and play testing. Additional time will be devoted to game history, genres, and emerging technologies.
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GDA 180 - Digital Video Editing
Offered WI
Lecture-2 Lab-2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Covers the fundamentals of creating and editing digital video. Specific topics to be covered will be cinematography, editing, compression, file format, sound tracks, sound effects, and DVD authoring.
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GDA 230 - Advanced Programming Techniques
Offered FL
Lecture-2 Lab-2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: CIS 130 - Programming I with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Students will further their knowledge and skill sets in code creation in open source, Microsoft and web application frameworks including Ruby on Rails and C# in Visual Studio.net.
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GDA 240 - Advanced Digital Animation
Offered FL
Lecture-2 Lab-2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: GDA 100 - Introduction to Computer Animation with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Focus is on 3D environments, modeling, lighting, textures, rigging, and rendering. It is intended as an advanced counterpart of the prerequisite course, Introduction to Computer Animation. This course is based on industry standard software and is project driven.
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GDA 250 - Multimedia
Offered WI
Lecture-3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Presents the fundamentals of integrating digital audio, video, text, and graphics to create animations, interactive web sites and CD-ROM, marketing presentations, technical simulations, and kiosks.
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GDA 290 - Capstone Portfolio
Offered WI
Lecture-2 Lab-2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
Prerequisite: GDA 240 - Advanced Digital Animation with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Provides the student with a workshop environment simulating a 3D animation studio. All aspects of the 3D animation process will be experienced. Upon completion of this course, students will have successfully produced an animation from concept to product release.
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Geography |
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GEO 130 - Geography of North America
Offered as needed
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
A survey of geographic locations and key geographic concepts with a focus on the United States and Canada. A range of geographic theories will be addressed, such as the physical, cultural, economic, and natural conditions found throughout North America. While place-name geography also will be discussed, the geographic concepts identified above will have a greater emphasis than place-names.
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GEO 133 - World Regional Geography
Offered as needed
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
A survey of geographic locations and key geographic concepts throughout the world. A range of geographic theories will be addressed, such as the physical, cultural, economic, and natural conditions found world-wide. While place-name geography also will be discussed, the geographic concepts identified above will have a greater emphasis than place-names.
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Geology |
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GOL 191 - General Geology
Offered WI SM
Lecture‐3 Lab‐2
4 credit hrs/5 contact hrs
This physical geology course will examine minerals and rocks of the Earth, age determination, role of water on sculpting the Earth’s surface, earthquakes, volcanism, erosion and mass wasting and economic aspects of geology. Laboratory study of minerals, rocks, models, and maps with virtual field trips.
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History |
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HIS 141 - Western Civilization to 1600
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
A review of significant events in the rise of western civilization from prehistory to early modern times, including the study of the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Additional eras to be addressed include the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformation. Emphasis will be placed on the development of religious, political, economic, and intellectual traditions.
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HIS 142 - Western Civilization 1600 to Pres
Offered WI
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
A review of the continuing development of modern institutions and traditions from the Ancien Regime to the present. Specific topics to be addressed include the Enlightenment, Napoleonic era, industrial revolution, rise of nation‐states, imperialism, emergence of totalitarian dictators, and the cold war. A wide spectrum of political, economic, social, intellectual, and technological history is examined to better understand current world issues.
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HIS 145 - US History to 1877
Offered FL
Lecture‐3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
A survey of American history from the time of first European contact to the Civil War and Reconstruction. Social, political, economic, and religious factors are considered as they pertain to European interaction with Native Americans, colonization, the development of slavery, American Revolution, Early Republic, Westward expansion, spread of American democracy, and the causes and effects of Civil War.
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