2019-2020 Course Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Some course description information may change due to revisions by curriculum committees.
Please refer to this key when reading the course descriptions for information regarding what semester course will be offered: F= Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer, E=Every semester, T=To Be Determined.
Semesters that course(s) are offered are subject to change with instructor availability and student need.
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Sociology |
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SOCI 1101 - Introduction to Sociology
Prerequisite: Degree level proficiency in English and reading
Explores the sociological analysis of society, its culture, and structure. Sociology is presented as a science with emphasis placed on its methodology and theoretical foundations. Topics include basic sociological concepts, socialization, social interaction and culture, social groups and institutions, deviance and social control, social stratification, social change, and marriage and family. (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class -3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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SOCI 1120 - Introduction to Medical Sociology
Prerequisite: Degree level proficiency in English and reading
Explores the sociological analysis of society, its culture, and structure. This course largely focuses on issues concerning health and illness in American society as well as societies around the world. Topics include basic sociological concepts, socialization, social stratification, the history of healthcare and medicine from a world view and the United States, epidemiology, medical education, medical research methodology, ethical concerns, and mental health and illness, among others. (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class -3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (F, Sp)
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SOCI 2600 - Introduction to Social Problems
Prerequisite: Degree level proficiency in English and reading
This course will provide an in-depth study of current social problems such as poverty, unemployment, energy, pollution, deviance, drugs and crime. Emphasis is on causes, consequences, policy, and possible solutions to these problems. (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class -3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (F, Sp)
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Speech |
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SPCH 1101 - Public Speaking
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101
Introduces the student to the fundamentals of oral communication. Topics include selection and organization of materials, preparation and delivery of individual and group presentations, analysis of ideas presented by others, and professionalism. In the Online Speech class students will be responsible for gathering an audience of 8-10 adults for the speech video, they will need access to a video camera, and meet at least once during the semester with their speech group to plan and video a group presentation. (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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Surgical Technology |
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CSSP 1010 - Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician
Prerequisite: Program Admission; FYES 1000 , ENGL 1010 , MATH 1012 , ALHS 1040 , ALHS 1090
Corequisite: CSSP 1020 and CSSP 1022
This course provides an overview of the Central Sterile Processing and Distribution profession and develops the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate as an entry level Central Sterile Processing Technician. Emphasis will be placed on the profession of Central Sterile Processing, basic sciences and related subjects, infection control, aseptic technique, equipment management, sterilization, instrumentation and supplies, legal issues, inventory management, safety, quality assurance, professional development and healthcare trends. Students completing this course will be prepared to take the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam or the Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician (CSPDT) exam. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $104 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 5 (E)
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CSSP 1020 - Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician Practicum I
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Corequisite: CSSP 1010 and CSSP 1022
This course complements CSSP 1010 Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician, and together with CSSP 1022 Central Sterile Processing Supply Practicum II, provides the practical hours necessary to develop entry-level proficiency in industry skills. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 18. Credit hours: 6 (E)
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CSSP 1022 - Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician Practicum II
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Corequisite: CSSP 1010 and CSSP 1020
This course complements CSSP 1010 Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician, and together with CSSP 1020 Central Sterile Processing Supply Practicum II, provides the practical hours necessary to develop entry-level profiency in industry skills. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 15. Credit hours: 5 (E)
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SURG 1010 - Introduction to Surgical Technology
Prerequisite: Program Admission; FYES 1000 , ENGL 1101 , MATH 1111 or 1101, PSYC 1101 , ALHS 1090 , BIOL 2113 /L , BIOL 2114 /L , BIOL 2117 /L , ENGL 1102 , PSYC 2103 , & GEN ED Area IV;
Corequisite: SURG 1020 and SURG 1080
Provides an overview of the surgical technology profession and develops the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate on a surgical team. Topics include: introduction to preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative principles of surgical technology; assistant circulator role, professionalism as well as health care facility information. ((There are surgical procedures that are similar as far as procedural steps, instrumentation, supplies, patient position, etc. This is referred to as the “Co-Related Procedures Concept.” The purpose of using the Co-Related Procedures Concept is to provide the instructor additional time to teach surgical procedures as well as avoid repetition.)) Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $139 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 10. Credit hours: 8 (F, Sp)
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SURG 1020 - Principles of Surgical Technology
Prerequisite: Program Admission;
Corequisite: SURG 1010 and SURG 1080
Provides continued study of surgical team participation by wound management and technological sciences for the operating room. Topics include: technological sciences; patient care concepts; preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative surgical technology; and perioperative case management. ((There are surgical procedures that are similar as far as procedural steps, instrumentation, supplies, patient position, etc. This is referred to as the “Co-Related Procedures Concept.” The purpose of using the Co-Related Procedures Concept is to provide the instructor additional time to teach surgical procedures as well as avoid repetition.)) Contact hours: Class - 5, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 7 (F, Sp)
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SURG 1080 - Surgical Microbiology
Prerequisite: Program Admission;
Corequisite: SURG 1010 and SURG 1020
Introduces the fundamentals of surgical microbiology. Topics include: historical development of microbiology; cell structure and theory; fluid movement concepts; microbial function; human and pathogen relationships; microscopy; culture media; staining methods; infectious processes types of microorganisms; blood borne and air borne pathogens; defense microorganisms; host -microbe relationships; infection control; principles of microbial control and destruction immunology; inflammatory process pathogenicity and process of Infection; hypersensitivity and immunologic defense mechanisms. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2 (F, Sp)
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SURG 1100 - Surgical Pharmacology
Prerequisite: Program Admission;
Corequisite: SURG 2030 , SURG 2110 and SURG 2120
Introduces the fundamentals of intraoperative pharmacology, and emphasizes concepts of anesthesia administration. Topics include: weights and measurements, drug conversions, interpretation of drug orders, legal aspects of drug administration, intraoperative pharmacologic agents, and anesthesia fundamentals. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (Sp, Su)
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SURG 2030 - Surgical Procedures I
Prerequisite: Program Admission; SURG 1010 and SURG 1020 ;
Corequisite: SURG 2110 , SURG 2120 and SURG 1100
Introduces the core general procedures using the co-related procedure concept, including the following: incisions; wound closure; operative pathology; and common complications as applied to general and specialty surgery. Topics include: introduction to surgical procedures; general surgery and special techniques and instrumentation; obstetrical and gynecological surgery; gastrointestinal surgery; genitourinary surgery; orthopedic surgery; and otorhinolaryngologic surgery. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4 (Sp, Su)
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SURG 2040 - Surgical Procedures II
Prerequisite: Program Admission; SURG 2030 ;
Corequisite: SURG 2130 , SURG 2140 and SURG 2240
Continues development of student knowledge and skills applicable to specialty surgery areas. Topics include: ophthalmic surgery, plastic surgery, thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, cardiovascular surgery and neurosurgery. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4 (F, Su)
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SURG 2110 - Surgical Technology Clinical I
Prerequisite: Program Admission; SURG 1010 and SURG 1020 ;
Corequisite: SURG 2120 and SURG 2030
Orients students to the clinical environment and provides experience with basic skills necessary to the surgical technologist. Topics include, but are not limited to: scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping; assistance with patient care; processing of instruments and supplies; maintenance of a sterile field; and environmental sanitation. In addition, introduces the development of surgical team participation through clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on observation and/or participation in routine procedures for core and specialty surgery. Topics include: general surgery (to include gastrointestinal), cardiothoracic surgery, otorhinolaryngologic surgery (ENT), ophthalmic surgery (Eye), genitourinary surgery, neurological surgery, obstetrical and gynecological surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthopedic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and procurement/transplant surgery. The total number of cases the student must complete is 120. Students are required to complete 30 cases in the General Surgery specialty. Twenty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role. Students are required to complete 90 cases in various surgical specialties. Sixty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role and evenly distributed between a minimum of 5 surgical specialties. However, 15 is the maximum number of cases that can be counted in any one surgical specialty. Diagnostic endoscopy cases and vaginal delivery cases are not mandatory, but up to 10 diagnostic endoscopic cases and 5 vaginal delivery cases can be counted toward the maximum number of Second Scrub Role cases. Cases that are in the Observation role must be documented but do not count towards the minimum of 120 total cases. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3 (Sp, Su)
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SURG 2120 - Surgical Technology Clinical II
Prerequisite: Program Admission; SURG 1010 and SURG 1020 ;
Corequisite: SURG 2110 and SURG 2030
Orients students to the clinical environment and provides experience with basic skills necessary to the surgical technologist. Topics include, but are not limited to: scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping; assistance with patient care; processing of instruments and supplies; maintenance of a sterile field; and environmental sanitation. In addition, introduces the development of surgical team participation through clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on observation and/or participation in routine procedures for core and specialty surgery. Topics include: general surgery (to include gastrointestinal), cardiothoracic surgery, otorhinolaryngologic surgery (ENT), ophthalmic surgery (Eye), genitourinary surgery, neurological surgery, obstetrical and gynecological surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthopedic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and procurement/transplant surgery. The total number of cases the student must complete is 120. Students are required to complete 30 cases in the General Surgery specialty. Twenty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role. Students are required to complete 90 cases in various surgical specialties. Sixty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role and evenly distributed between a minimum of 5 surgical specialties. However, 15 is the maximum number of cases that can be counted in any one surgical specialty. Diagnostic endoscopy cases and vaginal delivery cases are not mandatory, but up to 10 diagnostic endoscopic cases and 5 vaginal delivery cases can be counted toward the maximum number of Second Scrub Role cases. Cases that are in the Observation role must be documented but do not count towards the minimum of 120 total cases. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3 (Sp, Su)
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SURG 2130 - Surgical Technology Clinical III
Prerequisite: Program Admission; SURG 2110 and SURG 2120 ;
Corequisite: SURG 2040 , SURG 2240 and SURG 2140
Orients students to the clinical environment and provides experience with basic skills necessary to the surgical technologist. Topics include, but are not limited to: scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping; assistance with patient care; processing of instruments and supplies; maintenance of a sterile field; and environmental sanitation. In addition, introduces the development of surgical team participation through clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on observation and/or participation in routine procedures for core and specialty surgery. Topics include: general surgery (to include gastrointestinal), cardiothoracic surgery, otorhinolaryngologic surgery (ENT), ophthalmic surgery (Eye), genitourinary surgery, neurological surgery, obstetrical and gynecological surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthopedic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and procurement/transplant surgery. The total number of cases the student must complete is 120. Students are required to complete 30 cases in the General Surgery specialty. Twenty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role. Students are required to complete 90 cases in various surgical specialties. Sixty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role and evenly distributed between a minimum of 5 surgical specialties. However, 15 is the maximum number of cases that can be counted in any one surgical specialty. Diagnostic endoscopy cases and vaginal delivery cases are not mandatory, but up to 10 diagnostic endoscopic cases and 5 vaginal delivery cases can be counted toward the maximum number of Second Scrub Role cases. Cases that are in the Observation role must be documented but do not count towards the minimum of 120 total cases. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3 (F, Su)
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SURG 2140 - Surgical Technology Clinical IV
Prerequisite: Program Admission; SURG 2110 and SURG 2120 ;
Corequisite: SURG 2040 , SURG 2240 and SURG 2130
Orients students to the clinical environment and provides experience with basic skills necessary to the surgical technologist. Topics include, but are not limited to: scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping; assistance with patient care; processing of instruments and supplies; maintenance of a sterile field; and environmental sanitation. In addition, introduces the development of surgical team participation through clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on observation and/or participation in routine procedures for core and specialty surgery. Topics include: general surgery (to include gastrointestinal), cardiothoracic surgery, otorhinolaryngologic surgery (ENT), ophthalmic surgery (Eye), genitourinary surgery, neurological surgery, obstetrical and gynecological surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthopedic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and procurement/transplant surgery. The total number of cases the student must complete is 120. Students are required to complete 30 cases in the General Surgery specialty. Twenty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role. Students are required to complete 90 cases in various surgical specialties. Sixty of the cases must be in the First Scrub Role and evenly distributed between a minimum of 5 surgical specialties. However, 15 is the maximum number of cases that can be counted in any one surgical specialty. Diagnostic endoscopy cases and vaginal delivery cases are not mandatory, but up to 10 diagnostic endoscopic cases and 5 vaginal delivery cases can be counted toward the maximum number of Second Scrub Role cases. Cases that are in the Observation role must be documented but do not count towards the minimum of 120 total cases. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3 (F, Su)
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SURG 2240 - Seminar in Surgical Technology
Prerequisite: Program Admission; SURG 1010 , SURG 1020 and SURG 2030 ;
Corequisite: SURG 2040 , SURG 2130 and SURG 2140
Prepares students for entry into careers as surgical technologists and enables them to effectively review for the national certification examination. Topics include: professional preparation, certification review, and test taking skills. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2 (F, Su)
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Veterinary Technology |
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VETT 1000 - Veterinary Medical Terminology
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Topics include: word origins, word building, abbreviations and symbols, terminology related to animal anatomy, terminology specific to veterinary medicine, and reading medical orders and reports. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 2 (F)
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VETT 1010 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course provides an introduction to the veterinary technology occupation. Emphasis is placed on legal, regulatory, ethical and professional issues. Other topics include: breeds, career choices, and animal identification. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 1 (F)
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VETT 1020 - Veterinary Clinical Pathology I
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1010 , VETT 1060
Presents an introduction to the principles and procedures utilized in the veterinary practice diagnostic laboratory. Emphasis is placed on laboratory safety and management, technical skills in microscopy, microbiology, and parasitology. Topics include: microscopy and laboratory equipment; handling of laboratory specimens, laboratory safety, and quality control; parasitology; microbiology; and necropsy. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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VETT 1030 - Veterinary Clinical Procedures I
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1000 , VETT 1010
This course will provide an orientation to small and large animal patient care and technical procedures. Emphasis is placed on physical restraint, general patient assessment and care, sample collection, medication administration, instrumentation and supplies, and basic surgery and isolation room procedures. Field trips to satisfy competencies may be arranged and may occur on days other than scheduled class times. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $72.50 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (Sp)
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VETT 1060 - Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Prerequisite: Program Admission;
Prerequisite/Corequisite: VETT 1000 , VETT 1010
Provides an overview of the functional anatomy and physiology of domestic animals commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. Topics include: musculoskeletal system, digestive system, cardiovascular system, integumentary system, hematopoietic system, respiratory system, urogenital system, nervous system, endocrine system and the special senses. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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VETT 1070 - Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1000 , VETT 1010 , VETT 1060 ;
Prerequisite/Corequisite: VETT 1030
Introduces the knowledge required to perform radiologic procedures applicable to veterinary care. Emphasis will be placed on the production of quality radiographs, and laboratory experiences will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: radiation safety, radiographic procedures, quality control, processing and record keeping, ultrasonography, alternate imaging, and maintenance. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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VETT 1110 - Veterinary Pathology and Diseases
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1060
Presents a study of veterinary diseases and zoonoses. Emphasis is placed on the types of diseases and disease transmission. Topics include: classification of causes of disease; responses to injury; sources and transmission of agents; common diseases; toxicology and poisonous plants. Field trips to satisfy competencies may be arranged and may occur on days other than scheduled class times. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 4 (Sp)
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VETT 2120 - Veterinary Clinical Pathology II
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1020
Provides continued study in the principles and procedures for the veterinary practice diagnostic laboratory. Topics include: hematology, clinical chemistry, cytology, serology, and urinalysis. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 4 (Su)
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VETT 2130 - Veterinary Clinical Procedures II
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1030
This course provides advanced instruction related to the care of both large and small animals. Emphasis is placed on collecting samples, medication administration and therapeutics, catheterization, bandaging techniques, dentistry and advanced patient care procedures. Practical experience will be obtained through rotations at veterinary clinical sites. Field trips to satisfy competencies may be arranged and may occur on days other than scheduled class times. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 5 (Su)
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VETT 2160 - Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians
Prerequisite: Program Admission, CHEM 1211 , VETT 1030
Provides study in the area of veterinary drugs and medicines. Emphasis is placed on classes and actions of drugs, calculating dosages, proper administration, and dispensing of drugs. Topics include: general pharmacology, calculating dosages, pharmacy, and record keeping. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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VETT 2210 - Laboratory and Exotic Animals for Veterinary Technicians
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1060
Provides an overview into the study of laboratory and exotic animals. Emphasis is placed on principles of animal research, maintaining human health and safety in a research environment, providing proper care and husbandry, nursing procedures and euthanasia. Topics include: principles of animal research, human safety and health considerations, animal care and husbandry, nursing procedures and euthanasia. Field trips to satisfy competencies may be arranged and may occur on days other than scheduled class times. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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VETT 2220 - Veterinary Practice Management
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Provides an introduction to veterinary facility management. Emphasis is placed on office management and client relations. Field trips to satisfy competencies may be arranged and may occur on days other than scheduled class times. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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VETT 2230 - Veterinary Anesthesiology and Surgical Procedures
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 1030 , VETT 2130 ;
Corequisite: VETT 2160
Provides study in surgical assisting, operative care and anesthesiology. Emphasis is placed on assisting in surgical procedures and administering and monitoring anesthesia. Topics include: surgical assisting, anesthesia, special equipment, and emergencies. Practical experience will be obtained through rotations at veterinary clinical sites. Field trips to satisfy competencies may be arranged and may occur on days other than scheduled class times. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 5 (F)
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VETT 2300 - Veterinary Technology Clinical Internship
Prerequisite: Program Admission, VETT 2120 , VETT 2130 , VETT 2230
Introduces students to the application of veterinary technology procedures in an actual job setting under direct supervision of a veterinarian or a registered veterinary technician. Students are acquainted with occupational responsibilities through realistic work situations on the job. Job sites can include veterinary referral/teaching hospitals, private veterinary hospitals and clinics, research laboratories, and other facilities supervised by a veterinarian or a credentialed veterinary technician. Topics include, but are not limited to: office and hospital procedures, client relations and communications; pharmacy and pharmacology; nursing; anesthesia; surgical nursing; laboratory procedures; and imaging. The occupation-based instruction is implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluation, and required on-the-job training. Field trips to satisfy competencies may be arranged and may occur on days other than schedule class times. Contact hours: Class -0, Lab - 36. Credit hours: 12 (Sp)
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WELD 1000 - Introduction to Welding Technology
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; Program Director mandatory Advisement
This course provides an introduction to welding technology with an emphasis on basic welding laboratory principles and operating procedures. Topics include: industrial safety and health practices, hand tool and power machine use, measurement, Oxyacetylene welding, fitup and tacking, and Welding career potentials. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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WELD 1010 - Oxyfuel Cutting
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1000
Introduces fundamental principles, safety practices, equipment, and techniques necessary for metal heating, oxyfuel cutting, and plasma cutting. Topics include: metal heating and cutting techniques, manual and automatic oxyfuel cutting techniques, oxyfuel pipe cutting, plate beveling, plasma torch and theory, plasma machine set up and operation, and plasma cutting techniques. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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WELD 1030 - Blueprint Reading for Welding Technology
Prerequisite: WELD 1000
This course introduces the knowledge and skills necessary for reading welding and related blueprints and sketches. An emphasis is placed on identifying types of welds, understanding prints and the associated abbreviations and symbols. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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WELD 1040 - Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1000
This course introduces the major theory, safety practices, and techniques required for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) in flat positions. Qualification tests; flat position, are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making industrial welds. Topics include: flat SMAW safety and health practices, selection and applications of electrodes, selection and applications for flat SMAW, flat SMAW joints, and flat SMAW to specification. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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WELD 1050 - Horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1040
Introduces the major theory, safety practices, and techniques required for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) in the horizontal position. Qualification tests; horizontal position, are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making industrial standard welds. Topics include: horizontal SMAW safety and health practices, selection and applications of electrodes, selection and applications for horizontal SMAW, horizontal SMAW joints, and horizontal SMAW to specification. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (Su)
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WELD 1060 - Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1040 , WELD 1050
Introduces the major theory, safety practices, and techniques required for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) in the vertical position. Qualification tests; vertical position, are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making industrial standard welds. Topics include: vertical SMAW safety and health practices, selection and applications of electrodes for vertical SMAW, vertical SMAW joints, and vertical SMAW to specification. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F, Su)
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WELD 1070 - Overhead Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1060
Introduces the major theory, safety practices, and techniques required for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) in the overhead position. Qualification tests; overhead position, are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making industrial standard welds. Topics include: overhead SMAW safety and health practices, selection and applications of electrodes for overhead SMAW, overhead SMAW joints, and overhead SMAW to specification. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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WELD 1090 - Gas Metal Arc Welding
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1000
Provides knowledge of theory, safety practices, equipment and techniques required for successful gas metal arc welding. Qualification tests; all positions, are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making industrial standard welds. Topics include: GMAW safety and health practices; GMAW theory, machines, and set up; transfer modes; wire selection; shielded gas selection; and GMAW joints in all positions. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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WELD 1110 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1000
Introduces industrial qualification methods, procedures, and requirements. Students are prepared to meet the qualification criteria of selected national welding codes and standards. Topics include: test methods and procedures, national industrial codes and standards, fillet and groove weld specimens, and preparation for qualifications and job entry. Topics include: GTAW safety and health practices; shielding gases; metal cleaning procedures; GTAW machines and equipment set up; selection of filler rods; GTAW weld positions; and advanced production of GTAW beads, bead patterns, and joints. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (Sp, Su)
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WELD 1120 - Preparation for Industrial Qualification
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1040 , WELD 1070 , WELD 1090 , WELD 1110
Introduces industrial qualification methods, procedures, and requirements. Students are prepared to meet the qualification criteria of selected national welding codes and standards. Topics include: Review of safety, measurements, oxyfuel & plasma cutting, carbon arc gouging, work ethics; test methods and procedures, national industrial codes and standards, fillet and groove weld specimens, and preparation for qualifications and job entry. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (E)
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WELD 1150 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1110
Provides knowledge of theory, safety practices, inert gas, equipment, and techniques required for successful advanced gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). Qualification tests are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making advanced level industrial standard welds. Topics include: GTAW safety and health practices; shielding gases; metal cleaning procedures; GTAW machines and equipment set up; selection of filler rods; GTAW weld positions; and advanced production of GTAW beads, bead patterns, and joints. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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WELD 1151 - Fabrication Processes
Prerequisite: WELD 1000 , WELD 1010 , and WELD 1030
Prerequisite/Corequisite: WELD 1070 , WELD 1090 , and WELD 1110
Presents practices common in the welding and metal fabrication industry. Topics include: metal fabrication safety, and health practices, measuring, cutting, shearing, fitup, tacking, welding, distortion control, machine operation and preventative maintenance, and metal fabrication procedures. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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WELD 1152 - Pipe Welding
Prerequisite: WELD 1040 , WELD 1050 , WELD 1060 , WELD 1070
Provides the opportunity to apply skills to pipe welding operations. Topics include: pipe welding safety and health practices, pipe welding nomenclature, pipe layout and preparation, pipe joint assembly, horizontal welds on pipe (2G), vertical welds on pipe (5G), and welds on 45 degree angle pipe (6G). Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 5. Credit hours: 4 (Su)
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WELD 1153 - Flux Cored Arc Welding
Prerequisite: WELD 1000
Provides knowledge of theory, safety practices, equipment, and techniques required for successful flux cored arc welding (FCAW). Qualification tests, all positions, are used in the evaluation of student progress toward making industrial standards welds. Topics include: FCAW safety and health practices, FCAW theory, machine set up and operation, shielded gas selection, and FCAW joints in all positions. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (Sp)
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WELD 1156 - Ornamental Iron Works
Prerequisite: WELD 1010 , WELD 1030 , WELD 1040 , WELD 1090
Provides an introduction to ornamental ironworks with emphasis on safety practices, equipment and ornamental ironwork techniques. Topics include: introduction to ornamental ironworks and safety practices; use of scroll machine, and use of bar twister. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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