Business, Arts & Sciences

ART399 Ceramics III: Ceramics III will focus more on individual expression within the ceramic medium covering more sophisticated techniques and aesthetic concerns.  Includes hand-building, advanced wheel techniques, working with different clay bodies, mixing and experimenting with different glazes, surface treatments, and firing techniques.  3 credit (2 lecture, 3 lab)

ART499 Advanced Study of Graphic Design: Advanced study of graphic design through the use of multiple platforms and mediums.  Under faculty direction, the student will be responsible for all aspects of concept development, strategy, and design for several advanced portfolio-ready pieces.  Emphasis on the application of research, marketing, and concept.  3 credit 

BEM399 Holistic Emergency Management in Institutional Settings: Examination of current threats, laws, and practices in school systems and prisons. Emphasis on identifying and mitigating hazards, including physical harm and mental health needs. Topics include job functions, physical design attributes, technology tools, and policies relevant to professionals in these settings.  3 credit 

ENL299 The Bible as Literature: A survey of major books of the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures considered from literary and historical points of view, focusing on genre, oral and textual transmission, and literary styles. Themes, stories, and symbols that undergird Western literature and culture are highlighted, engaging the larger question of how literature, religious texts, and culture are intertwined.  3 credit 

FHD1991 Introduction to Sustainability of Food Systems in Hospitality: Introduction to dimensions and interconnectivity of food ecosystems with supply chains, the environment, local community and personal responsibility.  Sustainable practices of the local level in agriculture, social equity, energy and hospitality economy emphasized.  Policy challenges and global influences on food and supplies for the hospitality industry will be explored.  1 credit 

FHD299F Applied Hospitality Training and Teaching: Through this course, students will practice the art of situational reasoning through observation, communication, and reflection.  Students will facilitate the effective operation of lecture and lab classes through proper planning, organization, and execution of duties; analyze behavioral components demonstrated in lecture/lab and recommend adaptive courses of action; develop summary reports of lab activities and results, describing significant cause and effect relationships; and demonstrate professionalism and attentiveness.  2 credit (.5 lecture, 4.5 lab)

FHD399 Culinary Capstone: Synthesis, demonstration, and execution of the program goals, utilizing educational and professional culinary experiences.  The culmination of culinary studies in the creation and communication of capstone project and portfolio.   3 credit (2 lecture, 3 lab)

HSJ499 Legal Advocacy: Seminar focused on understanding and applying facets of legal advocacy, including, but not limited to, disability rights, healthcare/access rights, human rights, immigration, tenant's rights, reasonable accommodations and criminal defense advocacy.  3 credit 

HUM499 Applied Technology Internship: Supervised fieldwork experience that applies the knowledge and skills developed during the first three years of Applied Technologies coursework. The experience provides a functional understanding of the work environment, hones interpersonal and technical communication skills, and enhances social and civic competencies. This internship experience requires 175 on-site or direct-contact hours and 16 hours of seminar meetings. 3 Credits (1 lecture, 10 internship).

INV499 Advanced Innovation II: Application of the tools and strategies into a system approach to innovation by leading systems for building alignment and collaboration for new ideas. Emphasis on systems thinking, tools for measuring performance, application of scientific method to prototyping, patent searching, provisional patent writing, and funding. Ultimately, focus is on the process  of systems thinking which, through intensive application of concepts explored in earlier coursework, culminates in the identification of a problem or opportunity and research of solutions in order to create an innovation project. 3 credit 

PHO299 Fundamentals of Self-Promotion: This course explores the use of basic digital photography, natural and studio lighting techniques, and image editing software to produce images for social media, portfolio preparation, and visual communication.  3 credit (2 lecture, 3 lab)

 

Engineering Technologies

AVC299A Reciprocating Engine Service School:  The Reciprocating Engine Service School is designed to assist maintenance personnel in maintaining Textron Lycoming engines to troubleshoot, inspect and repair all models.  During this four-day course the customer will study construction, materials, servicing, and authorized repairs of Textron Lycoming engines.  2 credit 

AVC399B AET Theory & Practice:  A study of avionic radio communication and navigation systems focusing on subject matter with current industry requirements as expressed by the National Center for Aerospace and Transportation Technologies (NCATT).  2 credit (1.5 lecture, 1.5 lab )

AVI2992 Federal Regulations and Mechanic Responsibilities: A study of Federal Aviation Regulations relating to the aviation maintenance industry. Topics include mechanic privileges and limitations, completion of aircraft maintenance forms, aircraft records, inspection programs and human factors. 2 credit (2 lecture)

AVI299A Aircraft Ground Handling and Publications: A study of aviation ground operations and maintenance publications. Topics include maintenance publication research, aircraft fueling, ground movement procedures and safety precautions. 2 credit (2 lecture)

BAT 499 Applied Technologies Capstone: Individualized learning experience conducted in conjunction with faculty and/or staff mentor.  Successful completion requires a finished project, including documentation of project progress, final report with an executive summary and a presentation. 3 credit (0 lecture, 9 lab)

BAT 499B Applied Technologies Internship: Industry-based work experience that applies the knowledge and skills developed during the first three years of Applied Technologies course work. The experience provides a functional understanding of the work environment, hones interpersonal and technical communication skills, and enhances social and civic competencies. Conducted in accordance with explicitly defined guidelines and procedures. This internship experience requires a minimum of 225 work experience hours. In addition to work experience hours, students are also required to satisfactorily complete the internship experience through a final assessment. 3 credit (0 lecture, 15 internship)

BCM199B Intro to Plan Reading: An introduction to reading construction drawings.  Provides an understanding orthographic projection and basic drawing mechanisms used in construction drawings.  1 credit (.5 lecture, 1.5 lab)

BHV399 HVAC System Principles: Assess the principles of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning design to create essential effective and efficient systems. Students will select design goals at the preliminary stages of the building development. Design HVAC systems according to code requirements incorporating the basic principles of system operations. Activities include research, analysis, equipment selections, drafting contract documents, and project planning. 3 credit (3 lecture, 0 lab)

CET199 Surveying for Civil Engineers: Introduction to the theory and practice of geomatics.  Topics include measurements and computations of angles, distances, and areas; coordinate systems; field note keeping; surveying equipment; and surveying safety.  Problem solving using algebra and trigonometry is emphasized. 3 credit (2 lecture, 3 lab)

CIT399C Information Technology Internship II: Work experience intended to provide exposure to the practical and daily operations of an information technology office, support team, or equivalent.  Placement within a private firm, government institution or agency, corporation, or other office is based on major and/or career interests to the extent possible.  As the culmination of academic study, the internship may not take place before a student's second year, although it may take place in either semester of the second year, per agreement between the student, advisor, and supervising instructor.  The student may or may not receive a salary or compensation for services (negotiable with employer/organization).  The student logs the experience and submits a narrative report at the conclusion of the internship.  This internship experience requires a minimum of 225 work experience hours, but may include more hours depending on the individual needs of the internship experience.  In addition to work experience hours, students are also required to satisfactorily complete the internship experience through a final employer evaluation or assessment.  6 credit (0 lecture, 6 internship)

CET499A Reinforced Concrete Design: Design of members and frames of reinforced concrete; concrete and reinforcement properties; anchorage and splicing reinforcement; design of slabs, beams, columns, and frames; American Concrete Institute (ACI) code requirements. 3 credit (3 lecture)

CSC299R Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI): Introduction to fundamental artifical intelligence (AI) concepts and applications. Topics include practice with AI-driven productivity tools, analysis of security and privacy risks associated with AI technologies, exploration of essential AI models and learning types, and evaluation of AI's role in digital information processing and decision-making across various industries. 3 credit (3 lecture)

ELT199 Introduction to Electrical Construction: An introductory course on the use and interpretation of the current National electrical Code covering key topics needed to adhere to residential installation standards.  Includes familiarization of various tables required for sizing boxes, wire ampacity and conductor properties. 3 credit (3 lecture)

HEO299B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Prep: Study of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) CDL Class A "Theory Instruction Standard Curriculum" and CDL practice from the CDL training curriculum.  Completion of the FMCSA "Theory Instruction" requires scoring an 80% or higher on the proctored FMCSA exam and will enable a student to seek the "Behind-the-Wheel-Range" training at a facility outside of the College.   3 credit (2 lecture, 3 lab)

WEL199 SMAW II: Practical application of the hands-on-activities introduced in WEL114: Shielded Metal Arc I. Development of practical hands-on-techniques with various power sources using AC and DC current in multiple positions with the emphasis on flat and horizontal position.  2 credit (0 lecture, 6 lab)

WEL299K SMAW V: Continued laboratory practice of advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) introduced in WEL221: Shielded Metal Arc III. Activities include fundamentals of joining plate in multiple positions using various joint designs, electrode types and sizes. Emphasis on the vertical and overhead positions utilizing the open root and backing bar methods.  2 credit (0 lecture, 6 lab)

 

 

Nursing & Health Sciences

DEN299F Clinical Maintenance: Experience and theory in the techniques necessary to perform comprehensive dental hygiene therapeutic services.  The dental hygiene process of care is introduced and combined with clinical application.  Subject matter also includes dental management of complex medical conditions. 4 credit (0 lecture, 12 lab)

NUR399 Holistic Perspectives of Health & Wellness: Explore concepts of alternative and complementary therapies specific to healing and wellness from a holistic perspective.  Topics covered include stress management, health and human spirit, meditations, healing environments, humor and health, music therapy, massage, and healing effects of physical activity and movement. 3 credit 

PHA2992 Deceleration Preparation: Independent study of PA program content covered in the Fall 2022 semester.  Emphasis on demonstrating retention of the knowledge gained previously during the Fall 2022 semester.  Course is designed as a self-guided independent study.  Student will be required to successfully pass several exams as well as a summative final assessment.  2 credit 

PMP299F Paramedic Skills & Simulation Review Lab I: Practical skills and simulation review lab focusing on the development of assessment and treatment skills for patients presenting with illness and injury from various cardiac, medical, and respiratory etiologies.  Specific skills found within the Paramedic Psychomotor Core Competency Portfolio developed in this course include obtaining IV access, safe administration of medications through various routes, safe utilization of electrical therapy, application and interpretation of 3 and 12 lead ECG's, and the competencies in the current ACLS guidelines as well as associated Paramedic Protocols. Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support is included in this course.  3 credit (0 lecture, 9 lab) 

PMP299G Intermediate Clinical Practicum Review: Supervised field and clinical review experience that provides direct patient contact in hospitals and field settings.  Application and integration of skills and knowledge gained from previous and ongoing course work. Participation requirements: 200 clock hour (minimum) in a variety of emergency, surgical, critical care, and pre-hospital settings.  1 credit (0 lecture, 3 clinical experience) 

RAD299G Radiography Clinical Maintenance: Clinical application of radiographic theory, providing opportunities to acquire expertise and proficiency at specified levels of competency in a variety of diagnostic radiographic procedures, digital equipment application, basic radiation protection standards, various radiographic equipment, and anatomy and physiology and radiographic positioning. Integrates knowledge of patient care, management and medical ethics into daily radiographic practice. The student will complete approximately 180 hours of clinic during this course. Transportation is the responsibility of the student. Student must have current CPR certification. 1 credit (1 lecture)

SGT299 Surgical Technology Theory Maintenance: This course will provide additional clinical experiences and didactic coursework related to core surgical technology theory and clinical practice.  Emphasizes a plan for developing and maintaining surgical technology didactic/clinical course competence.  2 credit (2 lecture)

 

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