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College Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Veterinary Technician |
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VETT 1220 - Veterinary Anesthesia-Lecture Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1040 , VETT 1060 , VETT 1070 , VETT 1080 , HHSC 1010 , and ITCS 1010 all with grade C or better
This course instructs veterinary technician students in the principles of anesthesiology and appropriate usage of anesthetics for small, large, and exotic animals. This course also covers anesthetic monitoring, emergency procedures, and post‑anesthetic care.
Contact Hours: 2
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VETT 1230 - Veterinary Anesthesia-Laboratory Credit Hours: 1.50
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1040 , VETT 1060 , VETT 1070 , VETT 1080 , HHSC 1010 , and ITCS 1010 all with grade C or better
This course provides the veterinary technician student with instruction in the preanesthetic, perianesthetic, and recovery phases of anesthesia for dogs and cats. Application strategies covered during these phases include patient evaluation, appropriate anesthetic drug administration, intravenous fluid therapy, intubation and extubation, patient monitoring, correct use of anesthetic equipment, and appropriate response techniques for emergency situations. Topics also include recordkeeping of drugs and anesthetic procedures as well as the practical application of dental prophylaxis techniques on anesthetized patients.
Contact Hours: 3
Center Campus
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VETT 1300 - Assisting in Veterinary Surgery-Lecture Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1040 , VETT 1060 , VETT 1070 , VETT 1080 , HHSC 1010 , and ITCS 1010 all with grade C or better
This course provides veterinary technician students with instruction in the appropriate aseptic techniques for the surgical team, patient, and equipment. Skills covered and emphasized include surgical assisting, care of the surgical patient, and preparation of surgery related equipment. The course also covers common surgical procedures performed in veterinary practice.
Contact Hours: 1 contact hr
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VETT 1310 - Assisting in Veterinary Surgery-Laboratory Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1040 , VETT 1060 , VETT 1070 , VETT 1080 , HHSC 1010 , and ITCS 1010 all with grade C or better
This course provides the veterinary technician students with instruction in procedures related to the surgical aspect of veterinary practice. Application strategies include correct aseptic technique for the surgical team, patient, and equipment. Emphasis is on the technician’s role on the surgical team, including preparation of the patient, surgical suite, equipment, and personnel. Topics also include patient positioning for various surgical procedures, pre and post operative patient care, and recordkeeping.
Contact Hours: 2
Center Campus
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VETT 1440 - Clinical Pathology 1-Lecture Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1040 , VETT 1060 , VETT 1070 , VETT 1080 , HHSC 1010 , and ITCS 1010 all with grade C or better
This course provides veterinary technician students with instruction in the fundamental techniques used in hematology, urinalysis, and parasitology in dogs and cats. Emphasis is placed on the purpose of tests, their clinical significance, and factors necessary for quality control.
Contact Hours: 2
Center Campus
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VETT 1450 - Clinical Pathology 1-Laboratory Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1040 , VETT 1060 , VETT 1070 , VETT 1080 , HHSC 1010 , and ITCS 1010 all with grade C or better
This course provides veterinary technician students with instruction in procedures related to commonly requested laboratory tests. Application strategies include care and use of microscopes, preparation and examination of blood smears, components of a complete blood cell count, analysis of the physical, chemical, and microscopic components of a urine sample, and the preparation and examination of fecal samples. This course also covers instruction and performance of routine heartworm tests and the abnormalities seen in blood, urine, and fecal samples.
Contact Hours: 6
Center Campus
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VETT 1580 - Veterinary Technician Internship 1 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1220 , VETT 1230 , VETT 1300 , VETT 1310 , VETT 1440 , VETT 1450 , and VETT 1700 all with grade C or better
This course provides veterinary technician students with supervised clinical experience in an affiliated animal facility. Students gain experience with practical skills that are commonly performed in veterinary practice.
Contact Hours: 25 per week for 8 weeks
Center Campus
Spring/Summer semester only
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VETT 1700 - Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1020 , VETT 1030 , VETT 1040 , VETT 1060 , VETT 1070 , VETT 1080 , HHSC 1010 , and ITCS 1010 all with grade C or better
This course provides veterinary technician students with instruction in the study of drugs and medical substances of veterinary importance. Topics discussed and emphasized include basics of general pharmacology, routes and techniques of drug administration, governmental drug agencies, systems of measurement and conversion, mathematics affecting dosage, and formulation of drugs. Also covered are the characteristics, classification, usage, storage, and recordkeeping requirements of drugs used in veterinary medicine.
Contact Hours: 2
Center Campus
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VETT 2050 - Large Animal Techniques-Lecture Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 with grade C or better
VETT‑2050 teaches veterinary technology students the principles and techniques used by veterinary technicians in equine and food animal veterinary practices. Topics include animal handling and restraint, specimen collection, injection routes, anesthesia, and surgery. The course also covers terminology, breeds, physical exam techniques, and anatomy and physiology of the common large animal species and poultry.
Contact Hours: 1 contact hr
Center Campus
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VETT 2060 - Large Animal Techniques-Laboratory Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 with grade C or better
VETT‑2060 instructs veterinary technician students in the techniques of handling and restraint of equine and food animal species. Application strategies include physical examination, specimen collection and laboratory test procedures, injections, oral medication administration, and other procedures relative to these species. Students will also perform bandaging, hoof care, and lameness exam procedures for horses.
Contact Hours: 2
Center Campus
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VETT 2200 - Small Animal Diseases Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 with grade C or better
(formerly VETT 2220)
VETT‑2200 provides veterinary technician students with basic information on diseases and the body’s defense system mechanisms, vaccination procedures, nutrition, reproduction, and public health concerns for the dog and cat species. It stresses preventative health measures and client education. Disease discussions will cover etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
Contact Hours: 2
Center Campus
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VETT 2320 - Laboratory & Exotic Animal Techniques-Lecture Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 with grade C or better
(formerly VETT 2300)
VETT‑2320 introduces veterinary technology students to the principles and techniques used by veterinary technicians in laboratory and exotic animal veterinary practice. Information and skills covered and emphasized include common species of laboratory and exotic animals, diseases, husbandry, breeding protocols, euthanasia, and necropsy procedures. Also discussed are alternatives to the use of live animals in research, the key members of the research team, and regulatory agencies governing research facilities.
Contact Hours: 1 contact hr
Center Campus
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VETT 2330 - Laboratory & Exotic Animal Techniques-Laboratory Credit Hours: 0.50
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 with grade C or better
VETT‑2330 instructs veterinary technician students in techniques associated with laboratory and exotic animal species. Application strategies include hygiene, handling and restraint, nail trims, and sexing. The course also covers various injection techniques.
Contact Hours: 1 contact hr
Center Campus
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VETT 2340 - Advanced Laboratory & Exotic Animal Techniques-Laboratory Credit Hours: 0.50
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 , VETT 2320 , and VETT 2330 all with grade C or better
(formerly VETT 2310)
VETT‑2340 instructs veterinary technician students in advanced techniques performed on laboratory and exotic animal species. It will also reiterate the basic skills taught in VETT‑2330. Application strategies include venipuncture and sample collection, injections, anesthesia techniques, ear punch identification and numbering sequence, euthanasia, and necropsy. The course also covers medication administration techniques in lab and exotic animals as well as radiographic positioning of the bird.
Contact Hours: 1 contact hr
Center Campus
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VETT 2470 - Clinical Pathology 2-Laboratory Credit Hours: 1.50
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 2050 , VETT 2060 , VETT 2200 , VETT 2320 , VETT 2330 , VETT 2340 , VETT 2620 , and VETT 2630 all with grade C or better
(formerly VETT 2490)
VETT 2470 instructs veterinary technician students in advanced laboratory procedures done in veterinary practice. It also reiterates the basic skills taught in VETT 1450. Application strategies include performing skills associated with clinical pathology, clinical chemistry, blood‑related tests such as blood typing and coagulation, bacteriology, cytology, mycology, endocrinology, and immunology. Topics also include hematology of exotic and large animal species.
Contact Hours: 3
Center Campus
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VETT 2480 - Clinical Pathology 2-Lecture Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 2050 , VETT 2060 , VETT 2200 , VETT 2320 , VETT 2330 , VETT 2340 , VETT 2620 , and VETT 2630 all with grade C or better
This course instructs veterinary technician students in the principles of commonly utilized laboratory tests in veterinary medicine. Topics covered and emphasized include clinical pathology, clinical chemistry, blood functions, bacteriology, cytology, mycology, endocrinology, and virology. The course also correlates the performance, purpose, and clinical significance of the tests with the factors necessary for quality control.
Contact Hours: 1 contact hr
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VETT 2500 - Large Animal Diseases Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 2050 , VETT 2060 , VETT 2200 , VETT 2320 , VETT 2330 , VETT 2340 , VETT 2620 , and VETT 2630 all with grade C or better
(formerly VETT 2100)
VETT 2500 provides veterinary technician students with basic information on diseases and the body’s defense system mechanisms, vaccination procedures, nutrition, reproduction, and public health concerns for the large animal species. It stresses preventative health measures and client education. Disease discussions will cover etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
Contact Hours: 2
Center Campus
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VETT 2580 - Veterinary Technician Internship 2 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 2050 , VETT 2060 , VETT 2200 , VETT 2320 , VETT 2330 , VETT 2340 , VETT 2620 , and VETT 2630 all with grade C or better
This course provides veterinary technician students with additional supervised clinical experience in an affiliated veterinary facility. Students are provided an opportunity to continue practice of necessary skills commonly performed in veterinary practice.
Contact Hours: 20 per week for 16 weeks
Center Campus
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VETT 2590 - Veterinary Technician Capstone Credit Hours: 2.50
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 2050 , VETT 2060 , VETT 2200 , VETT 2320 , VETT 2330 , VETT 2340 , VETT 2620 , and VETT 2630 all with grade C or better
VETT 2590 prepares veterinary technician students for the licensing exam(s) after graduation. Instructors give “mock” exams to test students’ knowledge of information and skills learned in the veterinary technician program. Essential skills checklist items not already covered, per American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) requirements, are also completed during this course.
Contact Hours: 2.5
Center Campus
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VETT 2620 - Radiology for Veterinary Technicians-Lecture Credit Hours: 1.50
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 with grade C or better
VETT‑2620 teaches veterinary technician students the fundamentals of taking and developing radiographs. Topics include positioning, how radiographs are generated, fundamentals of film processing, radiographic techniques and quality, and radiation safety procedures. Other imaging technologies include ultrasound, fluoroscopy, MRI, CT scan, and nuclear scintigraphy.
Contact Hours: 1.5
Center Campus
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VETT 2630 - Radiology for Veterinary Technicians-Laboratory Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: Admission into the Veterinary Technician Program; VETT 1580 with grade C or better
VETT‑2630 instructs veterinary technician students in taking and developing quality radiographs, while following safe radiographic procedures. Application strategies include utilizing personnel safety procedures, completion of a portfolio of various commonly performed radiographs, and manual and automatic processing of radiographs. Also covered is the alternative imaging modalities of electrocardiography and ultrasonography.
Contact Hours: 2
Center Campus
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Welding |
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ATWD 1100 - Welding Metallurgy Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
The student shall study the metallurgy of welding, the types of steel and their manufacture, the welding methods and processes, the temperature change in welding, the structure and the properties of metals, the effects of alloying elements, fluxes, slags, gases for welding, the simple welds in iron and steel.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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ATWD 1110 - Fundamentals of Gas & Arc Welding Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
The student shall know how to set up and operate gas welding and shielded metal arc welding equipment and safely function in a welding shop. The student shall weld various joints using gas welding and arc welding processes in the flat position.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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ATWD 1130 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding 1 (SMAW) Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1110
The student shall know how to set up, select electrodes and operate arc welding equipment and safely function in a welding shop. The student shall pass an open-butt joint in the flat position tested in accordance with A.W.S. procedures.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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ATWD 1140 - Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
The student shall write procedures, fabricate sample welds using the GMAW process of the basic joints in the flat position. These welds are to be made in various thicknesses of steel and aluminum. The testing of these welds should be in accordance with A.W.S. procedures.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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ATWD 1150 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1110
The student shall know how to set up and safely operate the GTAW welding equipment, select the proper filler material and welding procedure, and weld shielding gas. The student shall pass bend test of groove joints in steel and aluminum using different filler metal, metal thickness, and shielding gases in the flat position. The weld tests are to be done in accordance with the A.W.S. procedures.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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ATWD 1160 - Advanced Welding & Welder Certification (SMAW) Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1130
The student shall write welding procedures, fabricate sample weldments in the vertical and overhead positions in the SMAW process. The testing of the welds shall be in accordance with A.W.S. procedures and welding codes. The student will receive welder certification upon completion of the welding tests within the requirements of the welding codes. May be taken twice for credit.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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ATWD 1161 - Advanced Welding & Welder Certification (GMAW) Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1140
The student shall write welding procedures, fabricate sample weldments in the vertical and overhead positions in the GMAW process. The testing of the welds shall be in accordance with A.W.S. procedures and welding codes. The student will receive welder certification upon completion of the welding tests within the requirements of the welding codes. May be taken twice for credit.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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ATWD 1162 - Advanced Welding & Welder Certification (GTAW) Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1150
The student shall write welding procedures, fabricate sample weldments in the vertical and overhead positions in the GTAW process. The testing of the welds shall be in accordance with A.W.S. procedures and welding codes. The student will receive welder certification upon completion of the welding tests within the requirements of the welding codes. May be taken twice for credit.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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ATWD 1163 - Advanced Welding & Welder Certification (Pipewelding) Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1160 , ATWD 1161 , and ATWD 1162
The student shall write welding procedures, fabricate sample weldments in the vertical and overhead positions in the pipewelding process. The testing of the welds shall be in accordance with A.W.S. procedures and welding codes. The student will receive welder certification upon completion of the welding tests within the requirements of the welding codes. May be taken twice for credit.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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ATWD 1164 - Advanced Welding & Welder Certification (Special Testing) Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1130 or ATWD 1140 or ATWD 1150
The student shall write welding procedures, fabricate sample weldments in the vertical and overhead positions in the Special Testing process. The testing of the welds shall be in accordance with A.W.S. procedures and welding codes. The student will receive welder certification upon completion of the welding tests within the requirements of the welding codes. May be taken twice for credit.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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ATWD 2400 - Maintenance Welding Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1150 or related work experience
The student shall know the welding procedure and demonstrate proficiency in: soldering, silver brazing, aluminum brazing, hard surfacing, spray metallizing arc cutting, cast iron welding, plasma arc welding, flame bending and straightening and plastic welding. The student shall complete three repair projects complete with written procedures.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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ATWD 2420 - Tool & Die Welding Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ATWD 1150 or related work experience
The student shall study tool and die steels, their heat treatment, tempering and chemical analysis with emphasis on filler metal selection and welding procedures used in repair and fabrication with tool and die steels. The student shall weld samples with tool and die electrodes using different welding processes.
Contact Hours: 4
South Campus
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Wellness Health & Exercise Science |
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WHES 1070 - Golf Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1070)
Provides the student with knowledge concerning the golf swing, rules, course design, and etiquette. Students develop basic skills in the grip, chipping, full swing, and putting.
Contact Hours: 2
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WHES 1110 - Bowling Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1110)
Provides an introduction to the student (by discussion, demonstration, and use of written material) using the fundamental skills which include: starting position, approach, release, follow‑through, and scoring.
Contact Hours: 2
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WHES 1210 - Baseball & Softball Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1210)
Students will develop baseball/softball skills in on‑field sessions and learn the fundamentals and history of the sports.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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WHES 1500 - Basketball Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1500)
Provides the student with knowledge of basic skills; philosophy of team play, style of play, and on‑court experience practicing and using skills in game situations.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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WHES 1510 - Self Defense Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1510)
Coeducational course designed to provide basic rules and practice for personal and home safety.
Contact Hours: 2
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WHES 1540 - Power Volleyball Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1540)
Provides students with fundamental tactics and strategy of winning volleyball. Emphasis on the serve, pass, set, spike, block, and individual defensive techniques.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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WHES 1570 - Soccer Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1570)
Soccer techniques, skills and tactics are taught through game related experiences. Physical conditioning is also emphasized throughout the course.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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WHES 1665 - Tennis Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 1665)
This course is designed to teach the student tennis skills including ground strokes (forward and backhand), volleying (forehand and backhand), overhead smash, lob shots, approach shots, drop shots and serving. Students will learn basic strategies for singles and doubles match play, scoring, rules and etiquette of the game.
Contact Hours: 2
South Campus
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WHES 2000 - Physical Fitness Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2000)
Course focus is on fitness, fitness assessment, and fitness program development. Also explores topics of nutrition, stress management, weight management and the role of activity and exercise as part of a total wellness plan.
Contact Hours: 2
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WHES 2015 - Nutrition Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2015)
This course focuses on nutrition, diet, diet analysis, and development of a diet to meet student’s needs. It also explores topics of physical activity, exercise, weight management, stress management, and nutrition as part of a total wellness plan.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2016 - Exercise, Nutrition & Weight Management Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2016)
This course focuses on the physiological and psychological factors that affect weight management. It examines current theories of weight management and the role of physical activity, diet, stress, psychological, and physiological factors in attaining a healthy body composition. Using information from lectures and assignments in the course, students will design a weight management program.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2022 - Lifestyle, Behavior, & Disease Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2022)
This course focuses on lifestyle and behavior and their relationship to disease risk and prevention. Topics include wellness, mental health, communication, relationships, stress, drug and alcohol use, sexuality and sexually transmitted disease, chronic disease, nutrition, physical activity, and weight management. Students will create a personal lifestyle and behavior plan to decrease their risk of disease.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2024 - Community & Environmental Health Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
This is an introductory course that will provide students the knowledge and skills needed for a career in health education, health promotion and environmental health. It will focus on community health, community organizations, program planning, epidemiology and environmental health.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2026 - Healthy Lifestyle Choices for Future Health Care Providers Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2026)
This course introduces future health care providers to current health practices and theory. Using dimensions of wellness and the perspective of a health care practitioner as a framework, students assess their own lifestyle choices and assess how those choices may influence work situations including interactions with patients. Using knowledge gained from self‑assessments and lecture, students evaluate their physical and emotional capabilities as they relate to skill sets needed for a respiratory therapist, medical assistant, surgical technologist, occupational therapy assistant, physical therapy assistant, registered nurse, nuclear medical tech, and clinical lab assistant. Health and assessment topics include body composition, cardiovascular, back injury and pain, infectious disease, chronic stress, cancer, weight management and nutrition, physical activity, and the dimensions of wellness.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2032 - Cardio Group Fitness Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2032)
The focus of this course is on exploration of a variety of cardiovascular group exercises and development of a personal cardiovascular exercise program. It also explores topics of nutrition, weight management, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body composition and stress management as part of a total wellness program.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2036 - Kickboxing Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2036)
Course focus is on exploration of various muscular strength and endurance activities in relationship to kickboxing and the basic skills of kickboxing, along with the development of personal fitness profile. Also explores topics of nutrition, weight management, fitness, physical activity, exercise, and stress management as part of a total wellness program.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2042 - Strength Training & Health Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2042)
The course focuses on assessment and enhancement of muscle strength and endurance, and knowledge of muscle anatomy. Lectures explore wellness topics of nutrition, weight management, fitness, exercise, and stress management as part of a total wellness program. Students design and develop an individual exercise program.
Contact Hours: 2
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WHES 2050 - Mental Health & Drugs Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
This course will introduce students to the identification, treatment, prevention and education of mental health and drugs. The course will focus on the physical, psychological, social and emotional connections to mental disorders and drugs beginning with school-age children and older. There will be attention to theories, patterns, prevention and education within schools and community as they relate to mental health and drugs.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2060 - Pilates & Health Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2060)
WHES 2060 teaches the five principles of Pilates and meditation via various floor and mat exercises in the development of a personal exercise program and health portfolio. It also explores nutrition, weight management, physical activity, stress management, and other health topics as part of a total wellness program.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2065 - Biomechanics Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
This course will introduce students to the anatomical and kinesiology basis of human movement. The mechanical aspects of movement will also be taught including the effects of both kinetics and kinematics. How the study of human movements affects athletes, activities of daily living and injuries will also be discussed.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2070 - Prevention, Intervention, Treatment of Disease, Illness & Injury Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2070)
Course focus is on prevention/intervention/treatment of cardiovascular disease, a variety of sudden illnesses and medical emergencies, including injuries and accidents. Additional topics will include transmission of diseases, legal aspects of emergency care, body systems, medical emergencies, drug and alcohol abuse, nutrition, stress management, weight management and exercise as they relate to wellness. American Heart Association: BLS Provider and Heartsaver First Aid awarded upon successful completion of specific components of the course. Assembly of a first aid kit is required.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2072 - Emergency Response Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
Course focus is on bloodborne pathogens, legal aspects of emergency care, cardiovascular disease, a variety of sudden illnesses and medical emergencies, including injuries and accidents. Additional topics will include; fire safety, safe work environments, response and effects on individuals involved in emergency situations and proper body mechanics lifting and moving victims. American Heart Association: BLS and Heartsaver First Aid awarded upon successful completion of specific components of course. Assembly of a first aid kit is required.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2076 - CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2076)
The course focuses on the professional rescuer level of training. Topics include blood borne pathogens, legal aspects of emergency care, body systems, medical emergencies, first aid, nutrition, stress management, weight management, and exercise as they relate to wellness. Students who successfully complete specific components of the course will earn the American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certification.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2081 - Introduction to Exercise Science Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly WHES 2080)
This course introduces students to the concepts within fields of exercise science, health sciences, physical education, and sports medicine. The focus is on the basic concepts of biomechanics, motor learning, exercise physiology, nutrition, and psychological theories, as well as career paths within these associated fields.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2082 - Children, Exercise & Nutrition Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2082)
The course focus is on the motor development, growth, and maturation of children as they relate to exercise with a special focus on the role of nutrition as it affects variable aspects of children’s growth and development. The components of fitness specific to children as well as childhood diseases and performance enhancement will also be explored.
Contact Hours: 2
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WHES 2083 - Introduction to Exercise Physiology Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
This course introduces students to the application of exercise physiology to fitness/cardiorespiratory/muscular strength and endurance training. The focus of the course is on the individual physiological systems, the effects of physical training on the systems, and techniques of assessment. Students will learn through lecture and laboratory experiences.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2085 - Stress Management Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly PHED 2085)
Course focus is on current stress management practice and theory. Topics include defining stressors, physiological and mental responses to those stressors, and the relationship of stress to individual health. Activities include practicing a variety of stress management and coping techniques, progressive muscular relaxation, cognitive strategies, meditation, visualization, guided imagery, and breathing techniques. As part of a total wellness program, these techniques and strategies can help students more effectively manage stress associated with college and life.
Contact Hours: 2
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WHES 2086 - Health Promotion & Education Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
This course will introduce students to the principles and application of health promotion and education as a conceptual framework, a field of practice and an integral part of the broader health field. Students will examine the concepts of health, the determinants of health behavior, national health status, the history of health education and health promotion and various health fields. The course provides both a theoretical basis and a practical focus in order to prepare students for employment or further study.
Contact Hours: 3
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WHES 2090 - Exercise Leadership Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: WHES 2042 , WHES 2065 , WHES 2081 , and WHES 2083
This course will introduce the students to the practical application of their course work in the Exercise Science program including exercise physiology and biomechanics. The students will also be exposed to the proper design, creation, implementation and assessment of exercise programs for a number of different populations. The class will also cover legal issues, risk management, as well as basic marketing tools.
Contact Hours: 3
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