2023-2024 College Catalog
Course Descriptions
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EDU 259 - Curriculum Planning
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to focus on using content knowledge to build developmentally effective approaches for culturally/linguistically/ability diverse young children. Topics include components of curriculum, a variety of curriculum models, authentic observation and assessment, and planning developmentally appropriate experiences aligned with the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Upon completion, students should be able to understand, evaluate, and use curriculum to plan for individual/group needs.
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EDU 261 - Early Childhood Admin I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State: Take EDU 119
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and supporting child care administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program policies and procedures.
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EDU 262 - Early Childhood Admin II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: EDU 119 and EDU 261
Corequisite(s): None.
This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood programs, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs.
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EDU 270 - Effective Instructional Enviro
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to create, manage, and assess effective instructional environments, learning attitudes, and behaviors for today’s diverse learning population. Topics include organizing the learning environment, fostering positive learning attitudes, supporting healthy stakeholder partnerships, engaging students using effective differentiated instruction, guiding, and managing student behaviors, and assessing student progress. Upon completion of this course, learners will demonstrate effective dispositions of the professional educator that include managing schedules, spaces, and resources, promoting supportive learning mindsets, engaging students with diverse instructional strategies, guiding student behaviors to maximize both the instructional and social climate, and analyzing and effectively responding to student progress.
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EDU 271 - Educational Technology
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the ethical use of technology to enhance teaching and learning in all educational settings. Emphasis is placed on technology concepts, ethical issues, digital citizenship, instructional strategies, assistive technology, and the use of technology for professional development and communication. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss technology concepts, ethically use a variety of technology resources, demonstrate appropriate technology skills in educational environments, and identify assistive technology.
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EDU 272 - Technology, Data, and Assess
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to utilize digital instructional technologies and technology-based assessments to plan and implement appropriate educational experiences and interventions in the classroom. Topics include educational technology to enhance instruction, instructional technologies for teaching, technology-based assessment, formative and summative assessments, data to inform practice, and ethical practices for technology and assessment. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate effective integration of educational technology into classroom practice, appropriate use of technology-based assessments, and practical application of data to inform educational planning and interventions.
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EDU 277 - Integr CU Inst: Math/Science
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to provide learners with the content knowledge, instructional methods/materials, and assessment techniques needed to provide research-based math and science K - 12 instruction. Topics include essential math and science concepts and skills, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, technology enhanced lesson planning, formative/summative assessments, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, and reflective practice. Upon completion, learners will be able to plan, implement, assess, and reflect on developmentally appropriate math and science instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study, other professional and national standards.
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EDU 278 - Integr CU Inst: Soc Stu/ELA
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to provide learners with the content knowledge, instructional methods/materials, and assessment techniques needed to provide research-based social studies and ELA K -12 instruction. Topics include essential social studies and ELA concepts and skills, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, technology enhanced lesson planning, formative/summative assessments, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, and reflective practice. Upon completion, learners will be able to plan, implement, assess, and reflect on developmentally appropriate social studies and ELA instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study, other professional and national standards.
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EDU 279 - Literacy Develop and Instruct
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to provide students with concepts and skills of literacy development, instructional methods/materials and assessment techniques needed to provide scientifically-based, systematic reading and writing instruction into educational practice. Topics include literacy concepts, reading and writing development, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally-responsive instruction, standards-based outcomes, lesson planning, formative/summative assessment, recognizing reading difficulties, research-based interventions, authentic learning experiences, classroom implementation, and reflective practice. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, implement, assess, evaluate, and demonstrate developmentally appropriate literacy instruction aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study and other state and national standards.
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EDU 280 - Language/Literacy Experiences
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing language and literacy experiences that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Topics include developmental sequences for children’s emergent receptive and expressive language, print concepts, appropriate observations/assessments, literacy enriched environments, quality selection of diverse literature, interactive media, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate language and literacy experiences for children who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse.
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EDU 281 - Instruc Strat/Read & Writ
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers concepts, resources, and methods for teaching reading and writing to elementary through middle-grade children. Topics include the importance of literacy, learning styles, skills assessment, various reading and writing approaches and instructional strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate school-age literacy experiences as related to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.
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EDU 282 - Early Childhood Literature
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature and language in the early childhood curriculum. Topics include the history and selection of developmentally appropriate children’s literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language and literacy in the classroom. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud, puppetry, flannel board use, and other techniques for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
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EDU 283 - Educator Preparation Practicum
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to allow learners to demonstrate acquired skills and competencies in a developmentally appropriate learning environment. Topics include dispositions of effective teachers, portfolio assessment development, reflective practice, teaching methods, assessment strategies, and professional practices based on state and national Teaching Standards. Upon completion, learners should be able to provide a portfolio assessment with evidence of ethical/professional standards, respect for a diverse population in learning environments, content knowledge, appropriate guidance intervention, and grade-level technology enhanced lesson planning/assessments through practices in the classroom environment.
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EDU 284 - Early Child Capstone Prac
Credits: 4
Class: 1 Lab: 9
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One Set:
Set 1: EDU 119 , EDU 144 , EDU 145 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151
Set 2: EDU 119 , PSY 244, PSY 245, EDU 146 , and EDU 151
Set 3: EDU 119 , PSY 245, EDU 144 , EDU 146 , and EDU 151
Set 4: EDU 119 , PSY 244, EDU 145 , EDU 146 , and ENG 111 EDU 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to allow students to demonstrate acquired skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/engaging families; and modeling reflective and professional practices based on national and state guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development to demonstrate developmentally appropriate plans/assessments, appropriate guidance techniques and ethical/professional behaviors, including the use of appropriate technology, as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty assessments.
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Electricity |
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ELC 111 - Intro to Electricity
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity and test equipment to non-electrical/electronics majors. Topics include basic DC and AC principles (voltage, resistance, current, impedance); components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors); power; and operation of test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits using electrical test equipment.
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ELC 117 - Motors and Controls
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 6
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits.
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ELC 128 - Intro to PLC
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the programmable logic controller (PLC) and its associated applications. Topics include ladder logic diagrams, input/output modules, power supplies, surge protection, selection/installation of controllers, and interfacing of controllers with equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to understand basic PLC systems and create simple programs.
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ELC 131 - Circuit Analysis I
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces DC and AC electricity with an emphasis on circuit analysis, measurements, and operation of test equipment. Topics include DC and AC principles, circuit analysis laws and theorems, components, test equipment operation, circuit simulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret circuit schematics; design, construct, verify, and analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment.
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Electronics |
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ELN 131 - Analog Electronics I
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, ELC 131
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the characteristics and applications of semiconductor devices and circuits. Emphasis is placed on analysis, selection, biasing, and applications. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot analog circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment.
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ELN 231 - Industrial Controls
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of control of rotating, machinery and associated peripheral devices. Topics include rotating machine theory, ladder logic, electromechanical and solid state relays, motor controls, pilot devices, three-phase power systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret schematics and demonstrate an understanding of electromechanical and electronic control of rotating machinery.
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Electroneurodiagnostic |
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EDT 110 - Neuroscience/Pathol Cond
Credits: 4
Class: 4
Prerequisite(s): Local, BIO 169
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system as well as those disease processes which affect nervous system components. Topics include anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the neuron, brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and the special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the structure and function of the nervous system and how this structure/function is affected by specific diseases.
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EDT 111 - Laboratory Management
Credits: 1
Class: 1
Prerequisite(s): Local, Admission into the Electroneurodiagnostic Program (A45320)
Corequisite(s): Local, ELC 111
This course provides the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively manage and/or function as a team player in an electroneurodiagnostics department. Topics include the role of an effective manager, the role of a team player, techniques for scheduling, record keeping/storage, and creation/implementation of department policies. Upon completion, students should be able to understand those skills necessary to manage an electroneurodiagnostics department, both independently and as a team worker.
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EDT 111A - Laboratory Basics
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State: Take EDT 111
This course is designed to be offered as a supplemental lab for the EDT 111 course. Emphasis is placed on interview skills, system of electrode placement, and the role of effective communication in the EDT department. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic competencies in preparation for performing electroneurodiagnostic testing.
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EDT 112 - Instrument/Record Methods
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, EDT 111.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers theories of electrode placement, various instrumentation components used in neurological testing, and optimal recording techniques based on patient status. Topics include the International 10-20 System of electrode placement, electrode types/applications, electronics applicable to neurological testing, instrument controls, montages, and polarity/localization. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the theories underlying optimal utilization of electrodes and instrumentation for neurological testing.
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EDT 113 - Clinical Correlates
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, EDT 112
This course covers normal and abnormal neurological test findings associated with the anatomy/physiology/pathology covered in EDT 110. Topics include normal and abnormal neurological test results, artifacts, and activation procedures utilizing teaching records from affiliated laboratories. Upon completion, students should be able to identify patterns and artifacts on neurological tests in order that optimal recording strategies may be utilized.
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EDT 114 - Special Procedures
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
This course provides a basic understanding of special testing procedures used in neurological diagnosis. Topics include foundations of evoked potentials, nerve conduction studies, operating room monitoring, ambulatory EEGs, long-term video monitoring, polysomnography, and various radiological procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of various special procedures used in neurological diagnosis.
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EDT 115 - Laboratory Practice
Credits: 2
Lab: 6
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, EDT 110
This course provides a practical application of theories covered in previous EDT courses. Emphasis is placed on practical skill development in neurological testing, appropriate patient rapport, infection control, and electrical safety guidelines, using mock situations. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct optimal neurological testing in mock situations.
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EDT 116 - EDT Clinical Experience
Credits: 12
Clinic: 36
Prerequisite(s): State, EDT 118
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides clinical experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic or physician’s office setting, under the supervision of a qualified technologist or qualified physician. Emphasis is placed on qualified interaction between patients/family and hospital personnel and optimal skill level development in electroneurodiagnostic procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct themselves professionally in a clinical setting and conduct optimal electroneurodiagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians.
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EDT 118 - EDT Laboratory Prac. II
Credits: 3
Lab: 9
Prerequisite(s): State: Take EDT 115
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of EDT 115. Emphasis is placed on practical skills developed in neurological testing, to include the basic EEG along with special testing procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct neurological testing in mock situations.
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Emergency Medical Science |
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EMS 110 - EMT
Credits: 9
Class: 6 Lab: 6 Clinic: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic emergency medical care. Topics include preparatory, airway, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma, infants and children, and operations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve North Carolina State or National Registry EMT certification.
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EMS 122 - EMS Clinical Practicum I
Credits: 1
Clinic: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 110
Corequisite(s): State, EMS 130
This course provides the introductory hospital clinical experience for the paramedic student. Emphasis is placed on mastering fundamental paramedic skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence with fundamental paramedic level skills.
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EMS 125 - EMS Instructor Methodology
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the information needed to develop and instruct EMS courses. Topics include instructional methods, lesson plan development, time management skills, and theories of adult learning. Upon completion, students should be able to teach EMS courses and meet the North Carolina EMS requirements for instructor methodology.
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EMS 130 - Pharmacology
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 110
Corequisite(s): State, EMS 122
This course introduces the fundamental principles of pharmacology and medication administration and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include medical terminology, pharmacological concepts, weights, measures, drug calculations, vascular access for fluids and medication administration and legislation. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately calculate drug dosages, properly administer medications, and demonstrate general knowledge of pharmacology.
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EMS 131 - Advanced Airway Management
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to provide advanced airway management techniques and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include respiratory anatomy and physiology, airway/ventilation, adjuncts, surgical intervention, and rapid sequence intubation. Upon completion, students should be able to properly utilize all airway adjuncts and pharmacology associated with airway control and maintenance.
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EMS 140 - Rescue Scene Management
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces rescue scene management. Topics include response to hazardous material conditions, incident command, and extrication of patients from a variety of situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage rescue operations based upon initial and follow-up scene assessment.
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EMS 160 - Cardiology I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, electrophysiology, and basic rhythm interpretation in the monitoring leads. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret basic rhythms
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EMS 220 - Cardiology II
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 , EMS 130 , and EMS 160
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment of cardiac emergencies, application and interpretation of advanced electrocardiography utilizing the twelve-lead ECG, cardiac pharmacology, and patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to assess and treat patients utilizing American Heart Association guidelines.
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EMS 221 - EMS Clinical Practicum II
Credits: 2
Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on increasing the proficiency of students’ skills and abilities in patient assessments and the delivery of care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care.
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EMS 231 - EMS Clinical Pract III
Credits: 3
Clinic: 9
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 130 and EMS 221
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the students’ skills and abilities in providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care.
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EMS 235 - EMS Management
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service system. Topics include structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship, finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal issues, and other topics relevant to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of managing emergency medical service delivery systems.
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EMS 240 - Patients W/ Special Challenges
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course includes concepts of crisis intervention and techniques of interacting with patients with special challenges and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate intervention and interaction for neglected, abused, terminally ill, chronically ill, technology assisted, bariatric, physically challenged, mentally challenged, or assaulted patients as well as behavioral emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage the care of patients with special challenges.
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EMS 241 - EMS Clinical Practicum IV
Credits: 4
Clinic: 12
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 130 and EMS 231
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on mastering the skills/competencies required of the paramedic providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to provide advanced-level patient care as an entry-level paramedic.
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EMS 250 - Medical Emergencies
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate interventions/treatments for disorders/diseases/injuries affecting the following systems: respiratory, neurological, abdominal/gastrointestinal, endocrine, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and immunological as well as toxicology, infectious diseases and diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, assess and manage the care of frequently encountered medical conditions based upon initial patient assessment.
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EMS 260 - Trauma Emergencies
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides in-depth study of trauma including pharmacological interventions for conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include an overview of thoracic, abdominal, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurological, and multi-system trauma, soft tissue trauma of the head, neck, and face as well as environmental emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage trauma situations based upon patient assessment and should adhere to standards of care.
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EMS 270 - Life Span Emergencies
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers medical/ethical/legal issues and the spectrum of age-specific emergencies from conception through death required for paramedic certification. Topics include gynecological, obstetrical, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric emergencies and pharmacological therapeutics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and treat age-specific emergencies.
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EMS 280 - EMS Bridging Course
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to bridge the knowledge gained in a continuing education paramedic program with the knowledge gained in an EMS curriculum program. Emphasis is placed on patient assessment, advanced electrocardiography utilizing the twelve-lead ECG, advanced pharmacology, the appropriate intervention and treatment of multi-system injuries/disorders, ethics, and NC laws and rules. Upon completion, students should be able to perform advanced patient assessment and practice skills.
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EMS 285 - EMS Capstone
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 220 , EMS 250 , and EMS 260
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate problem-solving skills as a team leader in simulated patient scenarios and is required for paramedic certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, integration of didactic and psychomotor skills, and effective performance in simulated emergency situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and appropriately respond to a variety of EMS-related events.
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Emergency Preparedness |
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EPT 120 - Sociology of Disaster
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to overview sociological disaster research, disaster systems, and alternative research approaches. Topics include human and organizational behaviors, long disaster impact on communities, disaster warning, and evacuation considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to assess and predict the impact of disaster-related human behavior.
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EPT 124 - EM Services Law & Ethics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers federal and state laws that affect emergency service personnel in the event of a natural disaster or terrorist incident. Topics include initial response and long-term management strategies, with an emphasis on legal and ethical considerations and coordination between local, state, and federal agencies. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the role of private industry, government agencies, public policies, and federal/state declarations of disasters in emergency situations.
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EPT 130 - Mitigation & Preparedness
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the mitigation and preparation techniques and methods necessary to minimize the impact of natural, technological, and man-made disasters. Topics include hazard identification and mapping, design and construction applications, financial incentives, insurance, structural controls, preparation, planning, assessment, implementation, and exercises. Upon completion students should be able to develop a mitigation and preparedness plan.
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EPT 140 - Emergency Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system.
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EPT 150 - Incident Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS). Topics include integrating command and control systems, maintaining communication within command and control systems, and using NIMS procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts necessary for operating within the National Incident Management System.
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EPT 210 - Response & Recovery
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basic concepts, operational procedures, and authorities involved in response and recovery efforts to major disasters. Topics include federal, state, and local roles and responsibilities in major disaster, response, and recovery work, with an emphasis on governmental coordination. Upon completion, students should be able to implement a disaster response plan and assess the needs of those involved in a major disaster.
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EPT 220 - Terrorism and Emer. Mgt.
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers preparing for, responding to, and safely mitigating terrorism incidents. Topics include the history of terrorism, scene hazards, evidence preservation, risk assessment, roles and responsibilities, explosive recognition, and terrorism planning. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the threat of terrorism and operate within the emergency management framework at a terrorism incident.
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EPT 275 - Emergency Ops Center Mgt
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and operate an emergency operations center (EOC) during crisis situations. Topics include properly locating and designing an EOC, staffing, training and briefing EOC personnel, and how to operate an EOC. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to set up and operate an effective emergency operations center.
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Engineering |
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EGR 115 - Intro to Technology
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
This course introduces the basic skills and career fields for technicians. Topics include career options, technical vocabulary, dimensional analysis, measurement systems, engineering graphics, calculator applications, professional ethics, safety practices, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic technologies, prepare drawings and sketches, and perform computations using a scientific calculator.
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EGR 150 - Intro to Engineering
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is an overview of the engineering profession. Topics include goal setting and career assessment, ethics, public safety, the engineering method and design process, written and oral communication, interpersonal skills and team building, and computer applications. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the engineering process, the engineering profession, and utilize college resources to meet their educational goals. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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EGR 250 - Statics/Strength of Mater
Credits: 5
Class: 4 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: MAT 121 or MAT 171
Corequisite(s): None.
This course includes vector analysis, equilibrium of force systems, friction, sectional properties, stress/strain, and deformation. Topics include resultants and components of forces, moments and couples, free-body diagrams, shear and moment diagrams, trusses, frames, beams, columns, connections, and combined stresses. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze simple structures.
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EGR 285 - Design Project
Credits: 2
Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides the opportunity to design an instructor-approved project using previously acquired skills. Emphasis is placed on selection, proposal, design, testing, and documentation of the approved project. Upon completion, students should be able to present and demonstrate projects.
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English |
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ENG 002 - Transition English
Credits: 3
Lab: 6
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational English content in specific areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in college-level English. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level English courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge.
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ENG 011 - Writing and Inquiry Support
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to support students in the development of skills necessary for success in ENG 111 by complementing, supporting, and reinforcing ENG 111 Student Learning Outcomes. Emphasis is placed on developing a growth mindset, expanding skills for use in active reading and writing processes, recognizing organizational relationships within texts from a variety of genres and formats, and employing appropriate technology when reading and composing texts. Upon completion, students should be able to apply active reading strategies to college-level texts and produce unified, well-developed writing using standard written English.
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ENG 110 - Freshman Composition
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: DRE 097, ENG 002 , or ENG 111
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to develop informative and business writing skills. Emphasis is placed on logical organization of writing, including effective introductions and conclusions, precise use of grammar, and appropriate selection and use of sources. Upon completion, students should be able to produce clear, concise, well-organized short papers.
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ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, DRE 098 or ENG 002-T2 or ENG 011 or ENG 002-T2
Corequisite(s): State, ENG 011
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved to satisfy the CAA/ICAA general education core requirement in English composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 112 - Writing/Research in the Disc
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: ENG 111
Corequisite(s): None.
This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 231 - American Literature I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: ENG 112 , ENG 113, or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in American literature from its beginnings to 1865. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 232 - American Literature II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: ENG 112 , ENG 113, or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in American literature from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 241 - British Literature I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: ENG 112 , ENG 113, or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in British literature from its beginnings to the Romantic Period. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 242 - British Literature II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: ENG 112 , ENG 113, or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in British literature from the Romantic Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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Fire Protection |
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FIP 120 - Intro to Fire Protection
Credits: 3
Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work Experience: 0
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an overview of the development, methods, systems and regulations that apply to the fire protection field. Topics include history, evolution, statistics, suppression, organizations, careers, curriculum, and related subjects. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the fire protection field.
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FIP 164 - OSHA Standards
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers public and private sector OSHA work site requirements referenced in NFPA standard 1250. Emphasis is placed on accident prevention and reporting, personal safety, machine operations, and hazardous material handling. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret specific OSHA regulations and write workplace policies designed to achieve compliance.
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FIP 228 - Local Govt Finance
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces local governmental financial principles and practices. Topics include budget preparation and justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend the importance of finance as it applies to the operations of a department.
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FIP 256 - Munic Public Relations
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a general survey of municipal public relations and their effect on the governmental process referenced in NFPA standard 1035. Topics include principles of public relations, press releases, press conferences, public information officers, image surveys, and the effects of perceived service on fire protection delivery. Upon completion, students should be able to manage public relations functions of organizations which meet elements of NFPA 1021 for Fire Office I and II.
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Geography |
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GEO 111 - World Regional Geography
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the regional concept which emphasizes the spatial association of people and their environment. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cultural, and economic systems that interact to produce the distinct regions of the earth. Upon completion, students should be able to describe variations in physical and cultural features of a region and demonstrate an understanding of their functional relationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA/ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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Graphic Arts |
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GRA 110 - Graphic Arts Orientation
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the history, development, and commercial applications of the major printing processes. Topics include offset lithography, screen printing, intaglio, relief printing, and emerging technologies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the major characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of each process.
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GRA 121 - Graphic Arts I
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces terminology, tools and materials, procedures, and equipment used in graphic arts production. Topics include copy preparation and pre-press production relative to printing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of graphic arts production.
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GRA 151 - Computer Graphics I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the use of hardware and software for production and design in graphic arts. Topics include graphical user interface and current industry uses such as design, layout, typography, illustration, and imaging for production. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and use the computer as a fundamental design and production tool.
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GRA 152 - Computer Graphics II
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers advanced design and layout concepts utilizing illustration, page layout, and imaging software in graphic arts. Emphasis is placed on enhancing and developing the skills that were introduced in GRA 151 . Upon completion, students should be able to select and utilize appropriate software for design and layout solutions.
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GRA 153 - Computer Graphics III
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 152
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 152 . Emphasis is placed on advanced computer graphics hardware and software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in selection and utilization of appropriate software for specialized applications.
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GRA 154 - Computer Graphics IV
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 153
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 153 . Emphasis is placed on advanced techniques using a variety of hardware and software applications to produce complex projects. Upon completion, students should be able to use electronic document production tools.
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GRA 221 - Graphic Arts II
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 121 , GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 121 . Topics include multi-color image preparation, prepress production, control of close/hairline register in image assembly and press operation, and post-press procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in all phases of graphic arts production.
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GRA 222 - Graphic Arts III
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 221 , GRA 152
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 221 . Topics include advanced electronic pre-press, press operation, and post-press procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in all phases of advanced graphic arts production.
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GRA 255 - Image Manipulation I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 151 or GRD 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers applications associated with electronic image manipulation, including color correction, color separation, special effects, and image conversion. Topics include imagecapturing hardware, image-processing software, and output options. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize hardware and software to acquire, manipulate, and output images to satisfy design and production.
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GRA 256 - Image Manipulation II
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 255
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers electronic color separation and its relationship to multi-color printing. Topics include color theory, separation, color matching, proofing, and output of process and spot color images. Upon completion, students should be able to use hardware and image processing software to produce color separations and proofs for various printing processes.
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Graphic Design |
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GRD 110 - Typography I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the history and mechanics of type and its application to layout and design. Topics include typographic fundamentals, anatomy, measurements, composition, identification, and terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in design application, analysis, specification, and creation of typographic elements.
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GRD 121 - Drawing Fundamentals I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course increases observation skills using basic drawing techniques and media in graphic design. Emphasis is placed on developing the use of graphic design principles, media applications, spatial considerations, drawing styles, and approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence and proficiency in finished works.
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GRD 141 - Graphic Design I
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the conceptualization process used in visual problem solving. Emphasis is placed on learning the principles of design and on the manipulation and organization of elements. Upon completion, students should be able to apply design principles and visual elements to projects.
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GRD 142 - Graphic Design II
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRD 141 or ART 121
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the application of visual elements and design principles in advertising and graphic design. Topics include creation of various designs, such as logos, advertisements, posters, outdoor advertising, and publication design. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively apply design principles and visual elements to projects.
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GRD 167 - Photographic Imaging I
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic camera operations and photographic production. Topics include subject composition, depth of field, shutter control, light control, color, photo-finishing, and digital imaging, correction and output. Upon completion, students should be able to produce traditional and/or digital photographic prints with acceptable technical and compositional quality.
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GRD 168 - Photographic Imaging II
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces advanced camera operations and photographic production. Topics include lighting, specialized equipment, digital image correction and output, and other methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in producing high quality photographic prints.
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GRD 230 - Technical Illustration
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Take One: ART 131 , DES 125, or GRD 121
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces technical and industrial illustration techniques. Topics include orthographic, isometric, linear perspective, and exploded views. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in various technical rendering techniques.
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GRD 241 - Graphic Design III
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): Take One: DES 136 or GRD 142
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is an advanced exploration of various techniques and media for advertising and graphic design. Emphasis is placed on advanced concepts and solutions to complex and challenging graphic design problems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence and professionalism in visual problem solving.
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GRD 265 - Digital Print Production
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRD 151 or GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers preparation of digital files for output and reproduction. Emphasis is placed on output options, separations, color proofing, and cost and design considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare files and select appropriate output methods for design solutions.
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GRD 271 - Multimedia Design I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the fundamentals of multimedia design and production for computer-related presentations. Topics include interface design, typography, storyboarding, scripting, simple animation, graphics, digital audiovideo, and copyright issues. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce multimedia presentations.
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GRD 272 - Multimedia Design II
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Take GRD 271
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRD 271. Emphasis is placed on advanced animation, specialized software, quality control, and cross-platform delivery, as well as problems associated with delivery media and interactivity. Upon completion, students should be able to produce multimedia presentations and determine and adapt to technical specifications for delivery.
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GRD 273 - New Media Design Communication
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRD-142 and GRD-271
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to cover new media visual design communication, as well as computer-related interactivity production for implementation and presentation. Topics include graphic design for user interactivity, data visualization and motion graphics, social media, digital imaging for user content, mobile devices, and global information services, and creative direction for imaging, 2D and 3D modeling media design solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce various complex media with computer software imaging technologies that enable digital interactivity as well as motion graphics for global information services.
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GRD 280 - Portfolio Design
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRD 142 and GRA 152
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the organization and presentation of a design/advertising or graphic art portfolio and appropriate related materials. Emphasis is placed on development and evaluation of the portfolio, design and production of a résumé and self-promotional materials, and interview techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and professionally present an effective portfolio and related self-promotional materials.
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Gunsmithing |
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GSM 111 - Gunsmithing I
Credits: 6
Class: 2 Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces hand tools, blueprints, and basic machine tools used in gunsmithing. Emphasis is placed on safety and the completion of projects from blueprints using hand and machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to read and work from blueprints using hand tools and make basic machine tool setups.
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GSM 120 - Gunsmithing Tools
Credits: 6
Class: 2 Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the manufacture of tools used in the gunsmithing trade. Emphasis is placed on the production of tools used for gunsmithing from working drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to use blueprints to produce tools and fixtures for use in gunsmithing.
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GSM 125 - Barrel Fitting/Alteration
Credits: 6
Class: 3 Lab: 9
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers custom barrel fitting, chambering, and action alterations. Emphasis is placed on safety and completion of custom-barreled actions using hand and machine tools and welding equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to perform alterations to various firearms, including custom-barreled actions, recoil pads, and choke tubes.
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GSM 127 - General Repair
Credits: 6
Class: 3 Lab: 9
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the design and function of firearms, sight mounting, and basic reloading of ammunition. Emphasis is placed on safety and the completion of repair projects using hand and machine tools and the furnace. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and correct basic malfunctions, produce and fix simple parts, choose and install sights, and perform basic reloading skills.
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