2021-2022 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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Dental Assisting |
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DENA 1350 - Dental Assisting II: Dental Specialties and EFDA Skills
Prerequisite: DENA 1340
Focuses on chairside assisting with dental specialty procedures. Topics include: prosthodontic procedures (fixed and removable); orthodontics; pediatric dentistry; periodontic procedures; oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures; endodontics procedures; and expanded functions approved by law for performance by dental assistants in the state of Georgia. Student will pass a comprehensive examination and successfully perform all required clinical skills to receive EFDA certification. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 7 (Sp)
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DENA 1390 - Dental Radiology
Prerequisite: DENA 1080
After completion of the course the student will be able to provide radiation safety for patient and self, expose x-rays, process x-rays, and prepare dental images for the dental office. Topics include: fundamentals of radiology and radiation safety; radiographic anatomy and interpretation; intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques; and quality assurance techniques. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DENA 1400 - Dental Practice Management
Prerequisite: DENA 1340
Emphasizes procedures for office management in dental practices. Topics include: oral and written communication; records management; appointment control; dental insurance form preparation; accounting procedures; supply and inventory control; employability skills and basic computer skills. A computer lab provides basic skills in computer use and utilization of these skills to perform office procedures on a microcomputer. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (Sp)
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DENA 1460 - Dental Practicum I
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DENA 1050 , DENA 1340 , DENA 1390
Practicum focuses on infection control in the dental office and assisting with diagnostic and simple operative procedures. Topics include: infection control procedures, clinical diagnostic procedures and general dentistry procedures. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1 (F)
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DENA 1470 - Dental Practicum II
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DENA 1460
Practicum focuses on advanced general dentistry procedures and chairside in dental specialties with special emphasis on nonsurgical specialties. Topics include: advanced general dentistry and specialties. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1 (Sp)
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DENA 1480 - Dental Practicum III
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DENA 1460 ; DENA 1470
Practicum continues to focus on assisting chairside with advanced general dentistry procedures with emphasis on dental office management, preventive dentistry, and expanded functions. Topics include: advanced general dentistry procedures; preventive dentistry; dental office management; expanded functions; chairside in specialties; and management of dental office emergencies. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 15. Credit hours: 5 (Sp)
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Diagnostic Medical Sonography |
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DMSO 1010 - Foundations of Sonography
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Using classroom didactic instruction and laboratory experiences, this foundations course prepares students for the role of a sonographer. The course provides a base of knowledge and experiences from which complementary and subsequent courses build on. Topics include diagnostic medical sonography history; medical ethics and law; patient privacy and confidentiality; body mechanics, lifts and transfers; patient assessment and administration of care; transducer care; response to medical emergencies; professionalism; medical and sonographic terminology; cultural competence; ergonomics: work related musculoskeletal disorders; basic sonographic physical principles and system operation; Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, sonographic scanning techniques, communications and information technology. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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DMSO 1020 - Sectional Anatomy and Normal Sonographic Appearance
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course combines the didactic education of sectional anatomy with active student participation in classroom laboratory experience. Information is weighted toward normal structures which are sonographically visible. Structures are described according to relative location and proportionality. Topics include: normal sectional anatomy of the neck, liver, biliary system, pancreas, genitourinary tract, spleen, peritoneal cavity, retroperitoneum, gastrointestinal tract, and vascular system structures within the upper and lower extremity; anatomic planes related to sonographic images; sonographic appearance and sonographic patterns of structures in the female and male pelvis, neck, liver, biliary system, pancreas, peritoneum and retroperitoneum, gastrointestinal tract, non-cardiac chest, and upper and low extremities; and related imaging, laboratory testing procedures and functional testing procedures. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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DMSO 1040 - Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Sonographers apply principles of ultrasound in the operation of medical sonographic equipment to produce a sonogram. Knowledge of the interaction of ultrasound with tissue is important for image optimization, acquisition and interpretation of sonographic images, and critical to the accurate diagnosis of disease. Introduces concepts for the factors involved with diagnostic ultrasound principles and instruments. Emphasis will be placed on ultrasound physics, transducer construction, operation and characteristics, artifacts and adjustable physics parameters. Topics include: basic principles and wave analysis; propagation of acoustic waves through tissues; principles of pulse echo imaging; sonographic transducers and sound beams; hemodynamic and Doppler imaging; sonographic instrumentation; artifacts; quality assurance/quality control of sonographic instruments; bioeffects and safety. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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DMSO 1050 - Abdominal Sonography I
Prerequisite: DMSO 1010 , DMSO 1020
This course combines the didactic education of normal and abnormal abdominal organs and structures with active student participation in classroom laboratory experience. Introduces advanced abdominal anatomy, sonographic appearance and procedures, pathology and pathophysiology for diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: embryology; anatomy; protocols for all organs and organ systems of the abdomen and non-cardiac chest; variants of normal and congenital anomalies; function of organ and organ systems; patient history and indications for examination; scanning techniques; normal sonographic appearance; pathology and pathophysiology; related imaging and functional testing results; normal and abnormal Doppler and color flow characteristics. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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DMSO 1060 - Clinical Sonography I
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Provides students with a more detailed introduction into the hospital, clinic or other patient care setting work experience. This course covers the control of the physical parameters of the sonography unit and application of sonographic physics as it relates to image quality. Sonographic examinations are conducted under direct and indirect supervision. Topics include: oral and written communication; provide basic patient care; equipment manipulation for optimum image resolution; ergonomically correct scanning techniques; perform basic sonographic examinations of normal and abnormal abdominal anatomy, superficial structures, pelvic structures and First trimester obstetrics; related imaging procedures and relevant laboratory findings; students must demonstrate progression of knowledge and scanning skills during this clinical rotation. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $203 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DMSO 1070 - Pelvic Sonography and First Trimester Obstetrics
Prerequisite: DMSO 1010 , DMSO 1020
This course introduces gynecology physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology along with normal and abnormal embryonic and fetal development during the first trimester using diagnostic medical sonography. Topics include: the role of the sonographer in obstetric imaging; antepartum obstetric sonography evaluation; Doppler imaging for the obstetric patient; significant laboratory values in early pregnancy; anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of the female pelvis; gynecologic patient care and imaging techniques; clinical assessment of obstetrical patient; normal first trimester; uterine and extrauterine assessment during the first trimester; first trimester complications; prudent use; and performance standards and documentation. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (Sp)
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DMSO 1080 - Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation Registry Review
Prerequisite: DMSO 1040
Provides a review of knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills will also be reviewed. Topics include: patient care, safety and communication; physics principles, ultrasound transducers, pulse-echo instrumentation, Doppler instrumentation; and quality assurance/quality control of equipment. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 1 (Sp)
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DMSO 1090 - Introduction to Vascular Sonography
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course is designed as an introduction into the field of vascular sonography. The general practitioner will be required to perform venous examinations of the lower extremity, arterial studies of the neck, and some Doppler studies within the abdomen. Emphasis is on the functional workings and settings associated with Doppler signals and waveforms. Topics include: machine/image settings for Doppler imaging; venous imaging of the lower extremities; arterial imaging of the neck; and vascular imaging of the abdomen, including aorta and its primary branches, vena cava, portal and hepatic veins, and renal arteries and veins. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 1 (Su)
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DMSO 1101 - Clinical Sonography II - Part A
Prerequisite: DMSO 1060
This course provides students with continued work experience in a hospital, clinic or other patient care setting. Students conduct sonographic examinations under direct and indirect supervision while continuing to improve their communication, professionalism and critical thinking skills. Topics include: patient care issues; advanced scanning techniques; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal and abnormal sonographic imaging of the male pelvis; normal and abnormal anatomy and pathology of the female pelvis; normal and abnormal uterine and fetal development through the first trimester. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $45 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 15. Credit hours: 5 (Sp)
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DMSO 1102 - Clinical Sonography II - Part B
Prerequisite: DMSO 1060 , DMSO 1101
This course provides students with continued work experience in a hospital, clinic or other patient care setting. Students conduct sonographic examinations under direct and indirect supervision while continuing to improve their communication, professionalism and critical thinking skills. Topics include: patient care issues; advanced scanning techniques; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen; normal and abnormal sonographic imaging of the male pelvis; normal and abnormal anatomy and pathology of the female pelvis; normal and abnormal uterine and fetal development through the first trimester; and introduction to vascular sonography. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1 (Su)
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DMSO 2010 - OB Second and Third Trimesters
Prerequisite: DMSO 1020 , DMSO 1070
Using classroom instruction and laboratory experiences this course introduces the knowledge of fetal anatomy, pathology, pathophysiology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Instruction emphasizes normal fetal growth, fetal anomalies and maternal complications throughout all the second and third trimesters. Topics include: fetal assessment in the normal second and third trimesters; extra-fetal assessment of the second and third trimesters; assess abnormal fetal growth; high risk obstetrics; fetal structural abnormalities; genetic abnormalities and syndromes; interventional procedures; post-partum complications; prudent use; and performance standards and documentation. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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DMSO 2020 - Specialized Sonographic Procedures
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course provides students with three independent areas of concentration. They are High Resolution Sonography, Interventional Sonography and Pediatric Sonography. I. High Resolution Sonography introduces superficial structure anatomy, pathology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. II. Interventional Sonography provides instruction in sonographic procedures which are considered invasive and/or require sterile procedures. III. Pediatric Sonography provides the sonography student with specialized imaging procedures for the pediatric patient. Topics include: Intervention Sonography: use of sonography in interventional procedures, transducer care, infection control, response to medical emergencies, contrast media, and organ transplant; High Resolution Sonography: contrast media, and organ transplant; High Resolution Imaging of anatomy and normal variants, function and physiology, indications for examination, sonographic imaging, pathology and pathophysiology, correlative and prior imaging, pertinent lab values; Pediatric Sonography: embryology, anatomy and normal variants, function and physiology, indications for examination, sonographic imaging, and pathology and pathophysiology. Student laboratory scanning hours are included in this course. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (F)
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DMSO 2031 - Clinical Sonography III (Part A)
Prerequisite: Program Admission; DMSO 1060 and DMSO 1101
This course provides students with continued work experience in a hospital, clinic or other patient care setting. Students improve skills in performing songraphic procedures previously introduced. Topics include: normal uterine and fetal development through the three trimesters including placental grading; equipment manipulation for optimum resolution; manipulation of equipment to minimize biological effects; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen and female pelvis; fetal biometry including gestational sac size, crown-rump length, bi-parietal diameter and head circumference; ectopic pregnancies; normal anatomy of the venous and arterial systems of the body; abnormal conditions of the human vasculature system; patient care issues; and demonstration of significant progression of knowledge and scanning skills. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1 (S)
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DMSO 2032 - Clinical Sonography III (Part B)
Prerequisite: Program Admission; DMSO 1102 and DMSO 2031
This course provides students with continued work experience in a hospital, clinic or other patient care setting. Students improve skills in performing songraphic procedures previously introduced. Topics include: normal uterine and fetal development through the three trimesters including placental grading; equipment manipulation for optimum resolution; manipulation of equipment to minimize biological effects; normal anatomy and pathologic conditions of the abdomen and female pelvis; fetal biometry including gestational sac size, crown-rump length, bi-parietal diameter and head circumference; ectopic pregnancies; normal anatomy of the venous and arterial systems of the body; abnormal conditions of the human vasculature system; patient care issues; and demonstration of significant progression of knowledge and scanning skills. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $50 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 21. Credit hours: 7 (F)
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DMSO 2040 - Comprehensive ABD and OB/GYN Registry Review
Prerequisite: DMSO 1050 , DMSO 1070 , DMSO 2010
Provides a review of knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for ARDMS national certification examinations for sonography. Information concerning test taking skills is also reviewed. Topics include: patient care, preparation and technique; instrumentation, normal pelvic anatomy; abnormal pelvic anatomy; extra-pelvic pathology associated with gynecology; pediatric sonography; post menopause; infertility and endocrinology; first trimester; placenta, amniotic fluid, umbilical cord; second and third trimester; congenital fetal anomalies; complications during pregnancy; fetal demise; coexisting disorders; HIPPA and patient care techniques utilizing a professional sonographer; anatomy and physiology of abdominal structures, small parts, and superficial structures; patient preparation and protocols for sonographic examination of abdominal structure; clinical indications, pertinent related diagnostic imaging procedures and laboratory tests; sonographic technique and appearance of normal anatomic abdominal structures, small parts; characteristic sonographic features and/or patterns of pathology in the abdomen, and small parts. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $50 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (Sp)
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DMSO 2050 - Clinical Sonography IV
Prerequisite: DMSO 2030
Provides a culminating work experience in the hospital, clinic or other patient care setting for students to improve skills in performing procedures introduced during prior clinical and didactic courses to the level of an entry-level sonographer. Topics include: refinement of equipment manipulation techniques, performance of sonographic examinations as an entry-level sonographer, role of the sonographer in performing interventional/invasive procedures, and completion of necessary competency requirements for graduation. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 30. Credit hours: 10 (Sp)
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Diesel Technology |
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DIET 1000 - Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools and Safety
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
This course introduces basic knowledge and skills the student must have to succeed in the Diesel Equipment Technology field. Topics include an overview of diesel powered vehicles, diesel technology safety skills, basic tools and equipment, reference materials, measuring instruments, shop operation, mechanical fasteners, welding safety, and basic welding skills. Classroom and lab experiences on safety, precision measuring, and basic shop practices are highly emphasized. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $20 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 1.37, Lab - 3.93. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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DIET 1010 - Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DIET 1000
This course introduces students to electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general electrical system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and repair, starting system diagnosis and repair, charging system diagnosis and repair, lighting system diagnosis and repair, gauges and warning devices, and an introduction and familiarization with electrical and electronic systems. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $50 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 2.44, Lab - 11.56. Credit hours: 7 (F)
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DIET 1030 - Diesel Engines
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DIET 1010
This course introduces diesel engines used in medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general engine diagnosis, cylinder head and valve train, engine block, engine lubrication system, hydraulic pumps, engine cooling, air induction, exhaust, fuel supply systems, electronic fuel management, and engine brakes. Using and interpreting test and measuring equipment is highly emphasized. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $50 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 1.53, Lab - 11.5. Credit hours: 6 (F)
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DIET 1050 - Diesel Equipment Technology Internship
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DIET 1000 , DIET 1010 , DIET 1030
This internship provides the student work experience in the occupational environment. Topics include: application of prerequisite knowledge and skills, problem solving, adaptability to job setting equipment and technology, and development of productivity and quality job performance through practice. The student’s internship experience may be implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluations, and required integrative experiences at the internship site. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4 (Sp)
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DIET 2001 - Heavy Equipment Hydraulics
Prerequisite: DIET 1000
This course introduces the student to basic hydraulic fundamentals, components, system servicing, symbols and schematics. The student will learn component operation and service techniques for maintaining a hydraulic system. The student will also learn to identify the ISO symbols used on hydraulic schematics and to trace the hydraulic schematics. Topics include: general system operation; basic hydraulic principles; hydraulic system components; hydraulic control valves; load sensing pressure control systems; pilot operated hydraulic system operation; and hydraulic actuators. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $60 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 2.21, Lab - 8.99. Credit hours: 6 (T)
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DIET 2011 - Off Road Drivelines
Prerequisite: DIET 1000 , DIET 1010
This course introduces power trains used on heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, wheel loaders, back-hoe loaders and skidders. Classroom and lab instruction on components and systems with use and interpreting testing and diagnosing equipment are highly emphasized. Topics include: power train theory and principles, clutches, manual transmissions, drive shafts, differentials, final drives, special drives, final drive failure analysis, torque converters, hydraulically shifted transmissions, electronic transmissions, hydrostatic transmissions, and transmission failure analysis. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $60 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 2.76, Lab - 8.13. Credit hours: 6 (Sp)
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Directed Independent Study |
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DIST 1001 - Directed Independent Study
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of study. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 1
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DIST 1002 - Directed Independent Study
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of study. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 2
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DIST 1003 - Directed Independent Study
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of study. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3
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DIST 1004 - Directed Independent Study
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
This course allows students to complete program projects or engage in other student led lab practice required to complete course competencies in their selected program of study. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4
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Drafting Technology |
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DFTG 1101 - CAD Fundamentals
Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in Reading, writing and math.
Establishes safety practices as they relate to a drafting environment. Introduces basic CAD functions while presenting essential principles and practices for line relationships, scale, and geometric construction. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 1103 - Multiview/Basic Dimensioning
Prerequisite: Provision Admission; DFTG 1101
Corequisite: DFTG 1105 or DFTG 1125
Miltiview/Basic Dimensioning provides multiview and pictorial sketching, orthographic drawing and fundamental dimensioning methods necessary to develop 2D and 3D views that completely describe machine parts for manufacture using intermediate CAD software techniques. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 1105 - 3D Mechanical Modeling
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; DFTG 1101
Corequisite: DFTG 1103
In the 3D Mechanical Modeling course, the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Parametric modeling for mechanical drafting. The student will develop the skills necessary to create 3D models and presentation/working drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 1107 - Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; DFTG 1103 and DFTG 1105 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1109
Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views continues dimensioning skill development and introduces tools for precision measurement and sectional views. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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DFTG 1109 - Auxiliary Views/Surface Development
Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1103 and DFTG 1105
Corequisite: DFTG 1107
Introduces techniques necessary for auxiliary view drawings, surface development, and developing sheet metal parts. Topics include: primary auxiliary views, secondary auxiliary views, surface development, and developing sheet metal parts. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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DFTG 1111 - Fasteners
Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1107 and DFTG 1109 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1113
This course covers the basics of identifying fastening techniques, interpreting technical data, and create working drawings. Topics include utilization of technical data, identifying thread types, graphic representation of threaded fasteners, utilization of other fastening techniques, welding symbol identification, and welding symbol usage in working drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 1113 - Assembly Drawings
Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1107 and DFTG 1109 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1111
Assembly Drawing provides knowledge and skills necessary to create working drawings for the manufacture of machine parts. Topics include: detail drawings, orthographic assembly drawings, pictorial assembly drawings, and utilization of technical reference source. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 1125 - Architectural Fundamentals
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; DFTG 1101 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1103
Introduces architectural fundamental principles and practices associated with architectural styles and drawing. Fundamentals residential and commercial practices will be covered. Topics include: specifications and materials; architectural styles, construction drawing practices and procedures, dimensioning and scales. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 1127 - Architectural 3D Modeling
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; DFTG 1103 and DFTG 1125 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1129
In the Architectural 3D Modeling course, the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Parametric modeling for Architectural drafting. The student will develop the skills necessary to create 3D models and presentation/constructions drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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DFTG 1129 - Residential Drawing I
Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1103 and DFTG 1125 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1127
Introduces the essential skills necessary for assessing the expected materials, labor requirements and costs for given structures or products also students will be introduce to architectural drawing skills necessary to produce a basic set of construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: material take-offs; footing and foundation; floor plans; exterior elevations; site plans; and construction drawing techniques/practices. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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DFTG 1131 - Residential Drawing II
Prerequisite: Program Admission; DFTG 1127 and DFTG 1129 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1133
Continues in-depth architectural drawing practice and develops architectural design skills. Plans are designed to meet applicable codes. Topics include: material take-offs; footing and foundation; floor plans; exterior elevations; site plans; and construction drawing techniques/practices. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 1133 - Commercial Drawing I
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; DFTG 1127 and DFTG 1129 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1131
Introduces commercial drawing skills necessary to produce construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: structural steel detailing, reflected ceiling plans, rebar detailing, and commercial construction drawings. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 2010 - Engineering Graphics
Prerequisite: Program Admission in Drafting, Engineering Technology or Mechatronics;
Covers the basics of computer terminology, input and output devices, file formatting, file management, for CAD software. Introduces students to the fundamentals of geometric construction, scale reading line relationship and basic history of the drafting concepts. Student will also be introduced to basic and intermediate CAD commands and procedures, and drafting concepts and principals. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 2020 - Visualization and Graphics
Prerequisite: Program Admission in Drafting, Engineering Technology or Mechatronics;
This course is an introduction to engineering graphics and component visualization. Sketching, line drawing, computer assisted drafting solid modeling including parametric modeling are practiced. Development of working drawings and requirements for drawing in a manufacturing and rapid pro-type environment are emphasized. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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DFTG 2030 - Advanced 3D Modeling Architectural
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; DFTG 1127 and DFTG 1129 ;
Corequisite: DFTG 1131 and DFTG 1133
In this course students become acquainted with concepts of the software related to Presentations for Architectural Renderings and Architectural Animations. Students will demonstrate skills in texture applications, camera angles for presentations, lighting and shadow techniques for architectural renderings, and animation techniques for architectural presentations. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 2040 - Advanced 3D Modeling Mechanical
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; DFTG 1107 and DFTG 1109
Corequisite: DFTG 1111 and DFTG 1113
In this course the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Sheet Metal modeling for mechanical drafting, multi-body parts assemblies, and basic animation techniques for mechanical assembly presentations. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 2110 - Print Reading I
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Introduces the fundamental principles and practices associated with interpreting technical drawings. Topics include: interpretation of blueprints and sketching. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (F)
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DFTG 2120 - Print Reading for Architecture
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course emphasizes skills in reading, producing and interpreting construction drawings. Topics include reading and measuring plans, identifying and understanding lines, symbols, dimensions, materials, schedules, and specifications. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 3 (Su)
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DFTG 2210 - Print Reading II
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course continues the development of blueprint reading as applied to technical drawing. Topics include threads (inch and metric), auxiliary views, geometric tolerancing, and weldments. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (F)
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DFTG 2300 - Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 3
Prerequisite: Program Admission; students must be 18 years old;
Provides an approved industry-like setting where the student develops and sharpens skills. Emphasis is placed on production standards achievement and quality control. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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DFTG 2400 - Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 4
Prerequisite: Program Admission; students must be 18 years old.
Provides an approved industry-like setting where the student develops and sharpens skills. Emphasis is placed on production standards achievement and quality control. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 12. Credit hours: 4 (F)
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DFTG 2500 - Drafting Technology Exit Review
Prerequisite: DFTG 1105 or DFTG 1125
Emphasis is placed on students’ production of portfolio-quality pieces. Focuses on the preparation for entry into the job market. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3 (Su)
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DFTG 2600 - Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 6
Prerequisite: Program Admission; students must be 18 years old
Provides an approved industry-like setting where the student develops and sharpens skills. Emphasis is placed on production standards achievement and quality control. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 18. Credit hours: 6 (F)
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Early Childhood Care and Education |
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ECCE 1101 - Intro to Early Childhood Care & Education
Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math;
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 0097
Introduces concepts relating the responsibilities and procedures involved in a variety of early childhood care situations. Topics include historical perspectives; professionalism; guidance; developmentally appropriate practices; learning environment (including all children); cultural diversity; and licensing, accreditation, and credentialing. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 1103 - Child Growth and Development
Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math;
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 0097
Introduces the student to the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of the young child (prenatal through 12 years of age). The course provides for competency development in observing, recording, and interpreting growth and development stages in the young child; advancing physical and intellectual competence; supporting social and emotional development; and examining relationships between child development and positive guidance. Topics include developmental characteristics, prenatal through age 12, developmental guidance applications, observing and recording techniques, ages and stages of development, and introduction to children with special needs. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 1105 - Health, Safety and Nutrition
Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math;
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 0097
Introduces the theory, practices, and requirements for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment. Topics include CPR and first aid, health issues, safety issues, child abuse and neglect, and nutritional needs of children. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $45 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 1112 - Curriculum and Assessment
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1101 , ECCE 1103
Provides student with an understanding of developmentally effective approaches to teaching, learning, observing, documenting and assessment strategies that promote positive development for young children. The course will enable the student to establish a learning environment appropriate for young children and to identify the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment in the development of curriculum for young children. Topics include observing, documenting, and assessing; learning environments; development of curriculum plans and materials; curriculum approaches; and instructional media. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 1113 - Creative Activities for Children
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1112
Introduces the concepts related to creativity in art, music, movement and creative drama, and facilitating children’s creative expression across the curriculum. Topics include concepts of creativity and expression; theories of young children’s creative development; facilitation of children’s creative expression, media, methods and materials across the curriculum; appreciation of children’s art processes and products; appreciation of children’s creativity in music, movement and dance; appreciation of children’s creative expression in play and creative drama; and art and music appreciation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 1121 - Early Childhood Care & Ed Practicum
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1112 , ECCE 1105 , Requires program director approval before registration. A satisfactory DECAL criminal background fingerprint check is required.
Provides the student with the opportunity to gain additional supervised experience in an actual or simulated work setting allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Practicum training topics include: promoting child development and learning; building family and community relationships; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; teaching and learning; becoming a professional; and guidance techniques and classroom management. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $50 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 2115 - Language and Literacy
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1112
Develops knowledge, skills, and abilities in supporting young children’s literacy acquisition and development, birth through age twelve. Topics include developmental continuum of reading and writing, literacy acquisition birth to five years of age, literacy acquisition in kindergarten, literacy acquisition in early grades, and literacy acquisition in children who are culturally and linguistically diverse. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 2116 - Math and Science
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECCE 1112
Presents the process of introducing math and science concepts to young children. Includes planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and development of math and science materials, media and methods. Topics include inquiry approach to learning; cognitive stages and developmental processes in developing math and science concepts with children birth to five; cognitive stages and developmental processes in developing math and science concepts with children in kindergarten and primary grades; planning math and science activities; and development of math and science materials, media and methods. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 2201 - Exceptionalities
Prerequisite: ECCE 1103
Provides for the development of knowledge and skills that will enable the student to understand individuals with special needs and appropriately guide their development. Special emphasis is placed on acquainting the student with programs and community resources that serve families with children with special needs. Topics include inclusion/least restrictive environment (LRE), physical and motor impairments, gifted/talented, intellectual and cognitive disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, communication disorders in speech and language, autism spectrum disorders, visual impairments, deaf and hard of hearing, health impairments, multiple disabilities, and community resources. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 2202 - Social Issues & Family Involvement
Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math
Enables the student to value the complex characteristics of children’s families and communities and to develop culturally responsive practices which will support family partnerships. Students use their understanding to build reciprocal relationships which promote children’s development and learning. Students are introduced to local programs and agencies that offer services to children and families within the community. Topics include professional responsibilities, family/social issues, community resources, family education and support, teacher-family communication, community partnerships, social diversity and anti-bias concerns, successful transitions, and school-family activities. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 2203 - Guidance and Classroom Management
Prerequisite: ECCE 1103
Examines effective guidance practices in group settings based upon the application of theoretical models of child development and of developmentally appropriate practices. Focus will be given to individual, family, and cultural diversity. Topics will include developmentally appropriate child guidance (birth through 12); effective classroom management, including preventive and intervention techniques; understanding challenging behaviors; and implementing guidance plans. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECCE 2245 - Early Childhood Care and Education Internship I
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; ECCE 1121 ; Must be within 18 semester hours of completing program; Requires program director approval before registration; student must be 18 years old
Provides the student with the opportunity to gain a supervised experience in an actual or simulated work site allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Internship topics include promoting child development and learning; building family and community relations; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; using developmentally effective approaches; using content knowledge to build meaningful curriculum; and becoming a professional. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 18. Credit hours: 6 (F, Sp)
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ECCE 2246 - Early Childhood Care and Education Internship II
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission; ECCE 1121 ; Must be within 18 semester hours of completing program; Requires program director approval before registration.
Provides the student with the opportunity to gain a supervised experience in an actual or simulated work site allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Internship topics include promoting child development and learning; building family and community relations; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; using developmentally effective approaches; using content knowledge to build meaningful curriculum; and becoming a professional. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $125 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -18. Credit hours: 6 (F, Sp)
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ECCE 2310 - Paraprofessional Methods and Materials
Prerequisite: ECCE 1103 ; Pick any two: ECCE 1113 , ECCE 2115 , ECCE 2116
Develops the instructional skills to enable the student to work as a paraprofessional in a program for kindergarten through elementary age children. Topics include assessment and curriculum, instructional techniques, and methods for instruction in a learning environment. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $25 supply fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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ECCE 2312 - Paraprofessional Roles and Practices
Prerequisite: ECCE 1103 ; Pick any two: ECCE 1113 , ECCE 2115 , ECCE 2116
Develops skills to enable the student to work as a paraprofessional in a program for kindergarten through elementary aged children. Topics include professional qualifications, professional and ethical conduct, professionalism and employment, and paraprofessional roles and responsibilities. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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ECCE 2320 - Program Administration and Facility Management
Prerequisite: Diploma level proficiency in English, reading and math
Provides training in planning, implementation, and maintenance of an effective early childhood program and facility. Topics include organization, mission, philosophy, goals of a program; types of programs; laws, rules, regulations, accreditation, and program evaluation; needs assessment; administrative roles and board of directors; anti-bias program development; child development and developmentally appropriate practices; marketing, public and community relations, grouping, enrollment and retention; working with families; professionalism and work ethics; space management; money management; and program, equipment, and supplies management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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ECCE 2322 - Personnel Management
Prerequisite: ECCE 2320
Provides training in early childhood personnel management. Topics include staff records; communication; personnel policies; managing payroll; recruitment, interviewing, selection, hiring, motivating, and firing; staff retention; staff scheduling; staff development; staff supervision; conflict resolution; staff evaluations; ethical responsibilities to employees; and time and stress management. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $19 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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ECCE 2330 - Infant/Toddler Development
Prerequisite: ECCE 1103
Introduces the three developmentally meaningful age periods during infancy. Provides knowledge, grounded in brain and attachment research, about how children learn and the skills and attitudes necessary to support optimum social/emotional, cognitive, and physical development for children from birth to three. Principles of brain development and language and communication will be explored in depth. Special emphasis is placed on experiential learning to show caregivers practical ways of meeting the fundamental needs of all infants in group care settings and of helping them learn the lessons that every infant comes into the world eager to learn. The needs of infants and toddlers with established disabilities as well as those at risk for developmental problems will be examined from the perspective of early intervention and inclusion. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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ECCE 2332 - Infant/Toddler Group Care and Curriculum
Prerequisite: ECCE 2330
Provides the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet the fundamental needs of children from birth to three in group care settings. Establishes a foundation for a responsive, relationship-based curriculum for children birth to three who are in group care settings. Introduces the philosophy behind primary care, continuity of care, and respectful care. Explores ways of creating environments for infant/toddler group care which foster optimum social/emotional, physical and cognitive development, promote cultural sensitivity and encourage positive parent caregiver relations. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (Sp)
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ECCE 2360 - Classroom Strategies for Exceptional Children
Prerequisite: ECCE 2201 ;
Corequisite: ECCE 2362
Prepares child care providers and paraprofessionals with knowledge and skills in the areas of working effectively with children with a disability; working with families as partners; examining the laws and regulations; exploring resources, service providers, and agencies that may assist the child and his/her family; examining the adaptations and modifications to facilities and environments; reviewing the referral process; implementing inclusion; modifying instruction to accommodate the child with special needs; and investigating ways to document and chart observations. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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ECCE 2362 - Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment
Prerequisite: ECCE 2201 ;
Corequisite: ECCE 2360
Prepares child care providers and paraprofessionals with knowledge and skills for screening and assessing purposes; and explores resources, service providers, and agencies that may assist the child and families in educational or natural settings. Examines adaptations, accommodations, and modifications to environments; reviews the referral process; implements inclusion and modifies instruction to accommodate the child with special needs. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 3. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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ECHO 1100 - Echocardiography Fundamentals
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course introduces the basic principles and applications of the physical assessment and echocardiographic procedures. Discussion of medical law and ethics as it relates to the professional scope of practice. Topics include: basic echocardiographic imaging principles, patient skills and equipment instrumentation, basic Doppler and color principles, medical law and ethics and common terminology and abbreviations. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (T)
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ECHO 1310 - Echocardiography I
Prerequisite: ECHO 1100
This course utilizes cardiac sonography fundamentals to evaluate cardiac anatomy, function and hemodynamics in diagnosing coronary artery heart disease. Incorporates all forms of noninvasive cardiovascular evaluation with emphasis on performance and interpretation of M-mode, 2-dimensional, and Doppler echocardiography. Emphasis will be placed on obtaining quality echocardiograms, and laboratory experience will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: ventricular function, coronary artery disease, Stress Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE), 3-D/4-D Echocardiography, Contrast Echocardiography and advanced techniques/procedures. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3 (T)
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ECHO 1320 - Echocardiography II
Prerequisite: ECHO 1310 ;
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECHO 2360 or ECHO 2361 or ECHO 2362
This course utilizes fundamentals to evaluate cardiac function and acquired disease states. Incorporates all forms of noninvasive cardiovascular evaluation with emphasis on performance and interpretation of M-mode, 2-dimensional, and Doppler echocardiography. Emphasis will be placed on obtaining quality echocardiograms, and laboratory experience will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, systemic and pulmonary hypertensive heart disease, pericardial diseases, systemic disease, cardiac transplantation, cardiac tumors/masses, diseases of the aorta, pericardial diseases, and miscellaneous topics. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3 (T)
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ECHO 1370 - Echocardiography Clinical I
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Provides hands-on experience in performing noninvasive cardiovascular procedures with emphasis on instrumentation and development of clinical techniques. Topics include: policies and procedures, echocardiographic instrumentation, recording patient information, patient preparation, and performing echocardiographic examinations. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $200 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 21. Credit hours: 7 (T)
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ECHO 2360 - Echocardiography Clinical II
Prerequisite: ECHO 1370
Provides hands-on experience in the clinical setting with an emphasis placed on the development of clinical techniques employed to obtain meaningful data. Continued participation by the student will progressively lead to the student performing diagnostic procedures with less assistance but under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed sonographer. Topics include: echocardiographic instrumentation, logging and reporting information, preparation for echocardiographic examinations, medical ethics, and performing echocardiographic procedures. Students may do a brief rotation through an invasive cardiology lab, pediatric lab and/or vascular lab. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 21. Credit hours: 7 (T)
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ECHO 2361 - Echocardiography Clinical II-Part A
Prerequisite: ECHO 1370
Provides hands-on experience in the clinical setting with an emphasis placed on the development of clinical techniques employed to obtain meaningful data. Continued participation by the student will progressively lead to the student performing diagnostic procedures with less assistance but under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed sonographer. Topics include: echocardiographic instrumentation, logging and reporting information, preparation for echocardiographic examinations, medical ethics, and performing echocardiographic procedures. Students may do a brief rotation through an invasive cardiology lab, pediatric lab and/or vascular lab. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $50 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 21. Credit hours: 4 (Su)
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ECHO 2362 - Echocardiography Clinical II-Part B
Prerequisite: ECHO 2361
Provides hands-on experience in the clinical setting with an emphasis placed on the development of clinical techniques employed to obtain meaningful data. Continued participation by the student will progressively lead to the student performing diagnostic procedures with less assistance but under the supervision of an appropriately credentialed sonographer. Topics include: echocardiographic instrumentation, logging and reporting information, preparation for echocardiographic examinations, medical ethics, and performing echocardiographic procedures. Students may do a brief rotation through an invasive cardiology lab, pediatric lab and/or vascular lab. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 9. Credit hours: 3 (F)
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ECHO 2370 - Echocardiography Clinical III
Prerequisite: ECHO 2360 or ECHO 2361
This course builds on the knowledge and skills learned in Clinical Echo 3. By the end of this rotation, the student will perform all echocardiography procedures independently with the supervision of an appropriately credentialed sonographer. This course provides a culminating clinical setting experience which allows students to synthesize information and procedural instruction provided throughout the program. Emphasis is placed on skill level improvements and final completion of all required clinical competencies presented in previous courses and practiced in previous clinical vascular courses. Topics include: scanning, documentation of pathologies, patient and equipment skills, current literature, professionalism, and ethical behavior. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $50 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 30. Credit hours: 10 (T)
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ECHO 2400 - Comprehensive Registry Review
Prerequisite: ECHO 2310;
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ECHO 2370
This course will be an overall review of Echocardiography to include demonstration of normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy, cardiac physiology, pathophysiology and hemodynamics/physics in the different types of cardiac disease/dysfunctions. Also included will be a review of clinical non-invasive cardiac diagnostic procedures, laboratory values, pharmacology and test validation and measurements. Emphasis is placed on reviewing information so that the student will successfully pass the ARMDS and/or CCI certification examinations. Topics include: normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy, techniques, pathology, physics/hemodynamics, test validation and measurements, and laboratory values. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $60 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (Sp)
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Economics |
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ECON 1101 - Principles of Economics
Prerequisite: Degree level proficiency in English and Reading, & MATH 1111 or MATH 1103 or MATH 1127 or completion of degree level math.
Provides a description and analysis of economic operations in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of economic concepts and policies as they apply to everyday life. Topics include basic economic principles; economic forces and indicators; capital and labor; price, competition, and monopoly; money and banking; government expenditures, federal and local; fluctuations in production, employment, and income; and United States economy in perspective (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECON 2105 - Principles of Macroeconomics
Prerequisite: Degree level proficiency in English and Reading, & MATH 1111 or MATH 1103 or MATH 1127 or completion of degree level math.
Provides a description and analysis of macroeconomic principles and policies. Topics include basic economic principles, macroeconomic concepts, equilibrium in the goods and money markets, macroeconomic equilibrium and the impact of fiscal and monetary policies. (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ECON 2106 - Principles of Microeconomics
Prerequisite: Degree level proficiency in English and Reading, & MATH 1111 or MATH 1103 or MATH 1127 or completion of degree level math.
Provides an analysis of the ways in which consumers and business firms interact in a market economy. Topics include basic economic principles, consumer choice, behavior of profit maximizing firms, modeling of perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly and monopolistic competition. (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 0. Credit hours: 3 (E)
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ELTR 1020 - Alternating Current Fundamentals
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Provisional Admission
Introduces the theory and application of varying sine wave voltages and current. Topics include: magnetism, AC wave generation, AC test equipment, inductance, capacitance, and basic transformers. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (T)
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ELTR 1060 - Electrical Prints, Schematics & Symbols
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
Introduces electrical symbols and their use in construction blueprints, electrical schematics, and diagrams. Topics include: electrical symbols, component identification, print reading and scales and measurement. Contact hours: Class - 1, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 2 (T)
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ELTR 1080 - Commercial Wiring I
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
This course introduces commercial wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: industrial safety procedures, the National Electrical Code, commercial load calculations, three-phase power systems, and fundamentals of AC motor control. Contact hours: Class - 4, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 5 (T)
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ELTR 1205 - Residential Wiring I
Corequisite: ELTR 1210
Introduces residential wiring practices and procedures. Topics include: print reading, National Electrical Code, wiring materials and methods, and control of luminaries and receptacle installation. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 3 (T)
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ELTR 1525 - Photovoltaic Systems
Prerequisite: Provisional Admission
This class introduces techniques and method on how to install residential and commercial photovoltaic systems. Solar systems include grid- connected, Stand-alone, and Hybrid. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 5 (T)
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EMSP 1010 - Emergency Medical Responder
Prerequisite: Program Admission
The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course prepares the student to provide initial stabilizing care to the sick or injured prior to the arrival of Emergency Medical Services Professionals (EMS), and to assist EMS personnel in transporting patients for definitive care at an appropriate hospital/facility. Major areas of instruction include Introductory Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology; Responder Safety; Incident Command; Bloodborne Pathogen Training; Basic Physical Assessment; and Treatment of Trauma and Medical Emergencies; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and the use of Automatic External Defibrillators. The course is a blend of lecture, hands on lab/learning, and practical scenario based learning/testing. The course will include Healthcare Provider CPR/AED Certification from a Nationally Recognized Body (American Heart Association, Red Cross, etc). If this course is also approved by the Georgia State Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST), successful completion will allow the student to be eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification. Topics include: Preparatory; Anatomy and Physiology; Medical Terminology; Pathophysiology; Life Span Development; Public Health; Pharmacology; Airway; Management; Respiration and Artificial Ventilation; Assessment; Medicine; Shock and Resuscitation; Trauma; Special Patient Populations; EMS Operations; and Integration of Patient Assessment and Management. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab -3. Credit hours: 4 (F, Sp)
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EMSP 1110 - Introduction to the EMT Profession
Prerequisite: Program Admission
This course serves as the introductory course to the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) profession. It orients the student to the prehospital care environment, issues related to the provision of patient care in both in-hospital and out-of-hospital circumstances. It further provides foundational information upon which subsequent curriculum content is based so that successful completion of this content increases the potential for success in subsequent courses and should allow students to apply the fundamental knowledge, skills, and attitudes gained in order to effectively communicate and function safely, ethically and professionally within the emergency medical services environment. Topics include: Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pathophysiology, CPR for HCP, EMS Systems, Research, Workforce Safety and Wellness, Documentation, EMS System Communication, Therapeutic Communication, Medical/Legal and Ethics, Public Health, Principles of Safely Operating a Ground Ambulance, Incident Management, Multiple Casualty Incidents, Air Medical, Vehicle Extrication, HazMat, MCI due to Terrorism/Disaster, and Life Span Development. Students enrolled in this course will be assessed a $166 cost recovery course fee in addition to tuition and fees. Fees are subject to change at the end of any semester. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3 (F, Sp, Su)
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EMSP 1120 - EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology
This course prepares students for initial scene management and assessment of patients as well as management of the airway. Introduction to pharmacology is also covered. Includes application of scene information and patient assessment findings (scene size up, primary and secondary assessment, patient history, and reassessment) to guide emergency management. Topics include: Scene Size-Up; Primary Assessment; History Taking; Secondary Assessment; Monitoring Devices; Reassessment; Airway Management; Respiration; Artificial Ventilation; Principles of Pharmacology; Medication Administration; and Emergency Medications. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3 (F, Sp, Su)
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EMSP 1130 - Medical Emergencies for the EMT
This course integrates pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement the treatment plan of cases involving non-traumatic medical emergencies. Topics include: Medical Overview; Neurology; Abdominal and Gastrointestinal Disorders; Immunology; Infectious Disease; Endocrine Disorders; Psychiatric; Cardiovascular; Toxicology; Respiratory; Hematology; Genitourinary/Renal; Non-Traumatic Musculoskeletal Disorders; Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat; and Medical Assessments. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3 (F, Sp)
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EMSP 1140 - Special Patient Populations
This course provides a fundamental knowledge of growth, development, and aging and assessment findings to provide basic emergency care and transportation for a patient with special needs. Topics include: Obstetrics, Gynecology, Neonatal Care, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Patients with Special Challenges, and Special Patient Populations - Assessments. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3 (F, Sp)
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EMSP 1150 - Shock and Trauma for the EMT
This course is designed to prepare the EMT student to apply pre-hospital emergency care to patients who have sustained injuries resulting from various mechanisms of injury including: Abdominal and Genitourinary trauma; Orthopedic trauma; Soft Tissue trauma; Head, Facial, Neck, and Spine Trauma and Nervous System trauma. Special considerations in trauma related injuries will be presented including the physiology of shock as well as multi-system trauma and environmental emergencies. Topics include: Shock and Resuscitation; Trauma Overview; Bleeding; Chest Trauma; Abdominal and Genitourinary Trauma; Orthopedic Trauma; Soft Tissue Trauma; Head, Facial, Neck, and Spine Trauma; Nervous System Trauma; Special Considerations in Trauma; Environmental Emergencies; and Multi-System Trauma. Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab -2. Credit hours: 3 (F, Sp)
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EMSP 1160 - Clinical and Practical Applications for the EMT
This course provides supervised clinical experience in various clinical settings as well as opportunities to demonstrate critical thinking skills and assessment based management techniques through competency based evaluations relevant to the practice of an EMT. Topics include: Clinicals and Assessment Based Management. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab -3. Credit hours: 1 (F, Sp)
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