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CULH 2080 - Wedding Cakes Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: CULH 1155 and CULH 1340 with grade C or better and a ServSafe certificate
(formerly CULH 2915)
CULH 2080 gives students an overall appreciation and understanding of wedding cakes. Students learn to effectively create different styles of wedding cakes using many techniques in a cost and time effective way. The class is not geared toward food competition, but toward putting these techniques in practice for the real world.
Contact Hours: 6
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CULH 2085 - The Art of Sculpted Cakes Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: CULH 1155 and CULH 1340 with grade C or better and a ServSafe certificate
CULH 2085 introduces students to advanced cake decorating techniques used to create edible cake sculptures. Students learn to create the proper base and support structure as well as to create different styles of sculpted cakes.
Contact Hours: 3
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CULH 2100 - Centerpieces Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly CULH 2914)
CULH 2100 gives students an overall appreciation and understanding of centerpieces used for displays. Students learn how to create gum paste and cast sugar centerpieces in a cost effective way to make them saleable for parties, sweet tables, weddings, etc. Many of the techniques learned may be used for pastry competitions.
Contact Hours: 6
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CULH 2120 - Chocolate Creations Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: CULH 2180
CULH 2120 gives students an overall appreciation and understanding of chocolate work. Students will learn to use chocolate and create candies, fillings, centerpieces, molds, and decorations. Many of the techniques learned may be used for pastry competitions.
Contact Hours: 6
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CULH 2125 - Advanced Wine Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: CULH 2025
(formerly CULH 2913)
This course is designed to give the students an in depth study of the world wine regions, vineyard management, wine making techniques and varietal characteristics. Topics will include beer, spirits and sake as well. Special emphasis will be placed on sensory perception of wine and deductive tasting techniques. Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared to register and sit for the Introductory Sommelier exam.
Contact Hours: 3
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CULH 2160 - Plated Desserts Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: CULH 2180
CULH 2160 gives students an overall appreciation and understanding of plated desserts and the techniques used to create high quality, visually attractive desserts for restaurants, country clubs, and conference centers.
Contact Hours: 6
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CULH 2180 - Pastry Arts Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: CULH 1155 and CULH 1340 with grade C or better and a ServSafe certificate
(formerly CULH 2020)
CULH 2180 gives students an overall appreciation and understanding of fine pastries. Students learn to effectively produce a variety of specialty doughs, pastries, and desserts such as flans, tarts, individual and miniature pastries, souffles, chocolates, plated desserts, ice cream and sugar work, tortes and mousse tortes.
Contact Hours: 6
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CULH 2200 - Artisan & Special Breads Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: CULH 1155 and CULH 1340 with grade C or better and a ServSafe certificate
(formerly CULH 2060)
CULH 2200 gives students advanced training in producing breads, learning the artisan bread making techniques from the old world and from around the world, and producing effectively a variety of breads, decorated loaves, and bread centerpieces for parties, buffets, etc.
Contact Hours: 6
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ATDD 1620 - Drafting-Structural Drawing Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATDD 1960
Acquaintance with types of stress. The use of the Steel Construction Manual charts in the selection and drawing of framed beams, seated beams, stiffened and unstiffened beam seats, columns, right and left hand parts. Fastening methods such as rivets, bolts, and welds. The application of welding symbols and determining the strength of fillet welds.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1630 - Drafting-Conveyors Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATDD 1960
Blueprint reading and simplified drawing of conveyors, chain, slat, piano hinged, rubber belt, roller, monorail, over and under, power and free.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1640 - Drafting-Plant Layout & Equipment Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATDD 1960
Blueprint reading and simplified drawings for the fabrication and installation of hoists, catwalks, platforms, machinery foundations, exhaust systems, heat treat furnaces, helical and continuous washers. Practice in making simple plant layouts.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1900 - Drafting-Machine Tool Blueprint Reading Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
This course is an introduction to blueprint reading. The focus is on the interpretation of the fundamental components of a working blueprint, including their various symbology and industrial specifications, as well as different types of working blueprints. The industrial structures and mechanical systems found on working blueprints are also major components of this course.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1910 - Fundamentals of Descriptive Geometry Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly ATDD 2911)
This course uses practical application to solve engineering problems through the projection of three-dimensional figures onto a two-dimensional plane surface. Students will utilize orthographic techniques to yield solutions such as the true length of a line, end/point view of a line, true shape of a plane, and edge view of a plane.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1920 - Drafting-Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Fundamentals Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATDD 1900 or ATDD 1950
The content for this course is based on the latest ANSI/ASME Y14.5 Dimensioning and Tolerancing Standard. An introduction to tolerancing, symbology, form controls, datum referencing, orientation controls, position controls, runout and profile controls, location of fixed and floating fasteners, position of coaxial features and position on non-cylindrical features.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1950 - Drafting-Essentials Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
Introduction to blueprint reading and drafting: class exercises in interpreting lines, view positions, conventions, and standards found on prints; use of drawing tools, simple geometric construction, fundamentals of orthographic projection, use of finish symbols, the application of scale and precision dimensioning and an introduction to metric dimensioning.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1960 - Drafting-Conventions & Symbols Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATDD 1950
Drawings to illustrate assembly and detail drawings, print identification, holes, sections, tapers, and casting. Practice in reading related shop prints, and metric dimensioning.
Contact Hours: 2
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ATDD 1970 - Drafting-Three Dimensional Shape Interpretation Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATDD 1950
Pictorial drawing concentrating on the isometric and oblique methods. Practice in three-dimensional visualization interpretation of orthographic prints is stressed by modeling clay into forms related to prints that cover the fundamentals of shape interpretation.
Contact Hours: 2
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DRAD 1010 - Architectural Design 1 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly DRAD 1110)
An introductory course in architectural design and construction, which includes architectural history, design concepts, principles of the design process and practices, and construction methods. While developing various architectural drawings students will experience creative and analytical thinking of space and circulation as it relates to human experiences and scale. Students will sketch design ideas, hand draft preliminary drawings, and be introduced to computer aided design and building modeling.
Contact Hours: 6
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DRAD 1015 - Architectural Graphics Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly DRAD 1120)
Students use free hand sketching and manual architectural drafting as a foundation in graphic design methods used to plan and present architectural drawings. Student will learn techniques including line weight, shades and shadows, model construction, and orthographic presentations to represent floor plans, interior and exterior elevations, sections, and perspective drawings using monochrome and color illustrations.
Contact Hours: 6
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DRAD 1020 - Architectural Design 2 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: DRAD 1010 and DRCG 1140 ; or high school equivalent with the consent of the program advisor
(formerly DRAD 1140)
This course is the next in sequence of architectural design studio courses which builds upon basic architectural design concepts. Students will experience the design process with an introduction of a small structure through site analysis, program analysis, schematic design sketches and study models of design solutions, presentation of design concept, creation of computer generated preliminary drawings related to residential design and construction. Students will coordinate a completed graphic solution while evaluating various construction systems related to foundation, floor, wall, roof, and various other building components of residential construction with emphasis on energy conservation.
Contact Hours: 6
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DRAD 1025 - History of Architecture Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly DRAD 1200)
This course is a global history of the influences and development in architecture including the design principles, visual and diverse cultural analysis of selected buildings, works of art, urban spaces, and cities, from pre-history to modern times. The language of art, architecture, aesthetics, structure and technological challenges of the built environment will be explored along with the various styles of art, architecture, notable architects and preservation of architecture through periods of time.
Contact Hours: 3
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DRAD 2015 - Architectural Digital Graphics Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly DRAD 2140)
This course prepares students with a solid foundation of digital architecture. Concepts of 2D Computer Aided Drafting and 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM), which involve a single digital model containing all project information, are in high demand by potential employers and strengthens building design and documentation. The course will emphasize standards and techniques consistent with the architecture and construction disciplines. Students will develop 2D/3D drawings, create a 3D digital model utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) concepts, learn how to create a physical model through digital fabrication techniques- 3D printing/CNC, and prepare for the Autodesk Certification Exam. Introduction to SketchUp and AutoCAD. Implementation of Revit (BIM) technologies.
Contact Hours: 6
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DRAD 2020 - Structural Systems Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: DRAD 1010
(formerly DRAD 2120)
Using analytical and graphical solutions students will evaluate the theory and practice behind the creation of architectural structures. They will learn about structural principals found in nature and case studies of buildings that lead in the evolution of structural engineering and built form. Structural prototypes will be constructed including both hands-on model making and analytical computer modeling which will introduce methods for developing and testing systems. Students will create drawings with architectural design of structural members and material properties including steel, concrete, timber and other structural materials. Analysis of external and internal loads, basic mathematical calculations of structures, and movement of the structure under various loads will be examined and summarized.
Contact Hours: 6
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DRAD 2030 - Architectural Design 3 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: DRAD 1010 and DRCG 1140 ; or consent of the program advisor
(formerly DRAD 2090)
This course builds on the phases of the design process and construction and focuses on a larger scale commercial project with added integrated systems within environmental design, building code and program requirements, interior space relationships and circulation, study of materials selected for interior and exterior application, and introduction to the various building systems. Students will present hand sketch design solutions and create a BIM model to build upon throughout the phases of design and construction to complete a set of architectural drawings of their design solutions.
Contact Hours: 6
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DRAD 2040 - Architectural Design 4 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: DRAD 2030
Corequisites: DRAD 1020
(formerly DRAD 2280)
This course is the last of the architectural design courses and an introduction of elements and methods of urban planning and design. Students will examine urban developments in history within city and community and issues arising in current urban design practice. Analysis of design within diverse urban areas open to public use, patterns in urbanizing areas, city or town individual structures, landscape design layout, an understanding of watersheds, topography, conservation or creation of green areas, the need for the preservation of energy resources and the restructuring of inner cities , and the metropolitan edge. Emphasis is placed on design of infrastructure such as highways, streets, bicycle, pedestrian trails and open spaces, buildings, and landscape patterns that establish neighborhoods and provide the settings for community public life. As a capstone course, students will finalize their architectural design portfolio using the best projects from all courses.
Contact Hours: 6
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DRAD 2110 - Applied Building Construction Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly CIVL 2110)
This course acquaints the student with terminology, methods, procedures, materials, sequences of operation, types of construction, and planning involved in construction of buildings.
Contact Hours: 4
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DRAD 2200 - Mechanical & Electrical Systems for Buildings Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
A study of the mechanical and electrical equipment used to control the environment in today’s buildings and the principles and practical uses of such equipment. Among the topics studied are water supply, sanitary and storm drainage, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electricity and lighting, fire protection, energy conservation techniques and solar energy.
Contact Hours: 3
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DRAD 2230 - Construction Specifications Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly DRAD 2210)
A survey of the content of various construction contracts and documents required as part of the designing and construction of various building projects. General conditions, specifications, organization, addendums, bulletins, and terminology will be discussed.
Contact Hours: 3
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DRCG 1140 - Interactive Computer Graphics-Introduction to 2D & 3D AutoCAD Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: None
(replaces DRCG 1100)
This course is designed as an introduction to computer graphics using a PC-based system with AutoCAD software. This course covers computer graphic components, terms, and commands associated with AutoCAD software. This course covers basic file management, two-dimensional, and three-dimensional drawings.
Contact Hours: 6
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ECHS 1100 - Early Childhood Development Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to the growth, development and learning processes of the young child to age eight. Major developmental theories are integrated with all domains including; physical, social, emotional, language and cognitive. This course covers the influence of the environment on the developing child and the adult’s role in using assessment to support development. Students will learn how assessment is used to determine goals and teaching strategies for young children.
Contact Hours: 4
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ECHS 1200 - Early Childhood Curriculums Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: ECHS 1100 with grade C or better
This course will explore curriculum models, program types, and underlying theories utilized in designing early childhood curriculum. Students will learn the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment to evaluate environments, routines, activities, and child guidance techniques. Students will design, implement, and evaluate curriculum developmentally appropriate for children ages 2 ½ to 5. Students will complete 30 hours of observation in a preschool or child care center with preschool age children.
Contact Hours: 4
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ECHS 1250 - Family, School, & Community Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ECHS 1150 and ECHS 1200 all with grade C or better
(formerly ECHS 1600)
This course examines the interrelationships of family, school, and community in the life of the child and emphasizes the early educator’s role in nurturing school-family partnerships to support the family’s involvement in the child’s education. Diverse family and community characteristics, societal issues, effective communication, relationship building and community resources are also explored.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 1350 - The Arts in Early Education Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ENGL 1180 or ENGL 1210 ; ECHS 1150 and ECHS 1200 all with grade C or better
(formerly ECHS 1300)
This course offers a comprehensive overview of art education for the educator of young children with an emphasis on how art promotes skills and growth across all developmental domains. Inquiry-based teaching methods will be used to model for students how to engage children in the appreciation of the arts. Students will construct diverse, process-oriented learning experiences in the Visual, Auditory, Literary and Performing Arts, with focus on integrating arts education into curricula for young children.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 1520 - The Exceptional Child Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ENGL 1180 or ENGL 1210; ECHS 1150 and ECHS 1200 all with grade C or better
This course is designed to help the early childhood educator understand the difference between typical and exceptional development of young children including identification of developmental delays; sensory impairment; physical, learning and behavioral disabilities; and chronic health problems. Methods for planning how environments, curriculum and materials can be adapted to accommodate special needs are identified. Strategies for working with families and collaborating with support services are included. Federal and state legislation, including the state administrated special education code, are studied.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 1550 - Family Child Care Management Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly ECHS 1560)
ECHS 1550 focuses on adapting the home to assure a safe, healthy learning environment, planning multi-age routines and activities, and developing positive child guidance skills. It emphasizes record keeping, menu planning, program marketing, as well as meeting state regulations and standards for National Association of Family Child Care accreditation. Students will complete 6 hours of observation.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 1580 - School-Age Care Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
No credit after EDUC 1580. This course is designed for the individual working with, or seeking to work with, school-age children. Students will learn the growth and development patterns of children 5-12 years across the physical, social/emotional, cognitive and motor domains. Students will learn the elements of a developmentally appropriate learning environment, as well as plan developmentally appropriate activities. Strategies for promoting problem solving skills, leadership skills, creativity and developing a sense of industry will be presented. Students will also learn how to create reciprocal relationships with families through interactions and practices that respect the diversity of the child and the family.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 1710 - Child Care Management Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ECHS 1150 and ECHS 1200 all with grade C or better
This course will focus on the administration of early care and education programs to support the student in developing the necessary knowledge and skills to manage programs and lead staff. The student will demonstrate the ability to maintain a healthy and inclusive environment, assure developmentally appropriate curriculum, manage a budget, create hiring and evaluation criteria for staff, describe effective family communication, meet licensing regulations, and demonstrate an awareness of NAEYC accreditation criteria and procedures.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 1801 - CDA Credential Preparation Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ECHS 1100 ; and ECHS 1150 or ECHS 1200 or ECHS 1550 ; all with grade C or better
(formerly ECHS 1815)
This course supports the potential CDA candidate in gathering data to complete the Professional Portfolio, prepare for Verification Visit as well as the CDA Credential Exam. The CDA National Credentialing Program is a professional development opportunity for early educators working with children ages zero to five years old to teach basic principles in early education and child development in 6 Competency Standards and 13 Functional Areas. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) recognizes the CDA as a beginning stepping stone on the path of career advancement in early childhood education. The CDA credential is awarded by the Council for Professional Recognition. With prerequisites this course completes the 120 hours of necessary formal early childhood education training required for the CDA.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 2000 - Guidance & Behavior Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ENGL 1190 or ENGL 1220 ; ECHS 1250 and ECHS 1710 all with grade C or better
This course provides an introduction to recognizing, addressing, and preventing challenging and disruptive behaviors, with an overview of social emotional milestones, observation and documentation, factors that influence behavior, appropriate guidance techniques and prevention strategies. Students will learn that behaviors communicate a message, and that relationship building and evidence-based guidance techniques foster mental health and well-being which results in social competence and adaptive outcomes. This course is designed to serve early educators, paraeducation professionals and elementary teachers working with children ages zero to eight years old. Students will complete 10 hours of observation.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECHS 2220 - Planning & Teaching the Early Childhood Curriculum Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: ECHS 1150 and ECHS 1200 all with grade C or better
(formerly ECHS 2100 and ECHS 2110)
Developmentally appropriate strategies for education will be used in planning and implementing the early childhood curricula that includes all developmental and academic content areas for the young child. Students will apply early childhood theory in creating environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive and challenging for each child. Students will practice using authentic assessment to document young children’s learning. Documentation of a negative TB test, an Internet criminal background check (ICHAT), and DHS Central Registry is required. Students will complete 30 hours of observation in a preschool or child care center with preschool age children.
Contact Hours: 4
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ECHS 2315 - Advocacy for Educators Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ENGL 1190 or ENGL 1220 ; ECHS 1710 and ECHS 2220 all with grade C or better
Corequisites: ECHS 2330 and ECHS 2550
(formerly ECHS 2310)
This course provides an introductory overview of public policies that impact families, young children and Early Education teachers and focuses on influencing public policy and engaging in informed advocacy.
Contact Hours: 2
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ECHS 2330 - Early Childhood Practicum Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ECHS 1710 and ECHS 2220 all with grade C or better
Corequisites: ECHS 2315 and ECHS 2550
(formerly ECHS 2320)
In this practicum student teaching experience, students are guided by a college instructor and a qualified cooperating teacher to support them in assuming the role and responsibilities of a classroom teacher. Students will demonstrate acquired skills by assessing the growth and development of preschool children through observations and interactions with children. Concurrent study and field experiences help bridge theory and practice to plan, implement, and evaluate learning activities of both the individual child and for groups of young children.
Contact Hours: 10 per week
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ECHS 2550 - Early Childhood Practicum Seminar Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ECHS 1710 and ECHS 2220 all with grade C or better
Corequisites: ECHS 2315 and ECHS 2330
(formerly ECHS 2340)
This course is designed to support students in integrating educational theory with practicum field work experiences. Students participate in weekly discussions that both analyze and support their field work experiences to guide them in delivering effective evidence-based developmentally and culturally appropriate early learning experiences for young children. Additional emphasis is placed on the student’s professional preparation in the field of early education.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECON 1160 - Principles of Economics 1 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
An introduction to basic principles of economics with an emphasis on macroeconomic theory. This course of study will include an analysis of national income, employment, and prices, and concludes with a discussion of monetary and fiscal policies. It is recommended that students should follow ECON 1160 with ECON 1170 for a more complete introduction to economics.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECON 1170 - Principles of Economics 2 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ECON 1160
A continuation of the basic principles of economics with an introduction to microeconomic theory. This course of study will include an analysis of supply and demand and the decision-making processes of firms in perfectly and imperfectly competitive markets.
Contact Hours: 3
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ECON 2110 - International Economics Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ECON 1160
This course serves as an introduction to international trade and finance. It examines the structure of international trade and the functioning of the international monetary system. Attention is given to recent issues in these areas and the relationship between domestic and international economies.
Contact Hours: 3
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EDUC 1010 - Paraprofessional Theory & Practice Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: None
This course and practicum is intended for students seeking to meet the standards of the No Child Left Behind Legislation and to introduce the student to the role and responsibilities of the paraprofessional in the K-12 setting. It may be used as a “first step” in a career ladder toward obtaining a paraprofessional certificate or teaching certification. Topics covered include human growth and development, learning principles, instructional strategies for reading, math, and writing, behavior management, professionalism and strategies for working with special needs students. The Practicum component (*24 hours of field work with a K-12 teacher) complements the classroom material while providing the student the opportunity to directly apply classroom theory in a K-12 educational environment. *Student responsible for acquiring fieldwork site. *Before attending a school to complete the Practicum, it is necessary to have a Family Independent Agency (FIA) background check and a criminal background check. The college instructor will provide appropriate forms.
Contact Hours: 4
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EDUC 2010 - Introduction to Education Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: ENGL 1180 or ENGL 1210
An introductory course designed to provide prospective education majors with the opportunity to explore the teaching profession. Course content focuses on the foundations of education including the overview of the history and philosophy of education, school governance and finance, best practices in learning theories and instruction strategies, as well as exploration of current issues and trends. This course also provides an overview of unique teaching opportunities, university transfer requirements, and the Michigan requirements for teacher certification. Students will complete 30 hours of field observation.
Contact Hours: 94 total
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ATEM 1350 - Electrical-Mechanical Blueprint Reading Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1300 and MECT 1320 ; or consent of apprenticeship coordinator
Practice in print reading using large blueprints for process control for temperature, flow, pressure, etc., delta-y connections, application of SCR controls, relay circuit for automated conveyor systems, robot operated hoist systems using programmable controllers, application of hydraulic, pneumatic and combustion controls, plumbing layout, power wiring layout, plant layout and interconnecting wiring.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 1100 - Introduction to Electronics Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly EETE 1100)
ELEC 1100 is designed for non-ELEC majors who lack a formal training experience in the following areas: series, parallel, series-parallel and basic A.C. circuits. Students will use basic algebra, scientific calculators and an electronic software program in this class.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 1111 - Electrical Fundamentals for Non-Electrical Tradesmen Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly ATEE 1110)
ELEC 1111 is designed for non-electrical apprentices. Topics include atomic structure; Ohm’s Law; series and parallel A.C. circuits; magnetism and induction; D.C. motors and generators; D.C. meters; A.C. fundamentals; capacitance; inductance; alternators; A.C. motors; A.C. meters.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 1141 - Basic Electronics Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
This course introduces basic electronic concepts such as electronic components, fundamental circuit laws and applications, AC/DC circuit types, and motors. Computer simulation software will be used to operate circuits. Industrial technical terms and safety procedures will be taught.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 1151 - Test Equipment & Troubleshooting Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to introduce students to the following areas: Soldering, Materials, AAQ quality standards, NCCER electrical codes, test equipment usage, wire and cable terminations, overview of cable selections in electrical drawings, and basic troubleshooting of simple electrical circuits. It is an introductory course with hands-on engagement utilizing simulator learning system. This course will apply a computer simulation software to emphasize the application of troubleshooting of electrical problems and signal tracing.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 1161 - Electronic Technology 1 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly EETE 1160)
This course is intended for those students seeking entry-level knowledge in electronic technology. This course will provide the student with theory and practical experimentation in the following areas as applied to D.C. circuits: Series, Parallel, and Series-Parallel circuits. Meters will be used to measure and evaluate signals and operating voltages. Identification of basic electronic components as they relate to actual and schematic symbols. Ohm’s Law, Watt’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws, and the Superposition Theorem will be employed. An electronic software program will be applied to various circuits in class. Scientific calculators and basic algebra will be used in class.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 1171 - Electronic Technology 2 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1161
(formerly EETE 1170)
This course is a continuation for students seeking entry-level knowledge in electronic technology. This course will provide theory and experimentation in the following areas as applied to A.C. circuits: alternators, sine waves, capacitance, inductance, RC, RL and RCL series and parallel circuits, phase shift and filter, phase lead and lag circuits. Experimentation will include the use of meters, the oscilloscope, and the function generator.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 1182 - Semiconductor Theory & Devices Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1171
(formerly ELEC 1181)
ELEC 1182 provides students with the knowledge required to understand and troubleshoot electronic circuits containing diodes, transistors, FETs, and MOSFETs. Among the topics discussed are Thevenin’s Theorem, semiconductor theory, half-wave and full-wave rectifiers, transistor biasing circuits, FET and MOSFET biasing. Students will learn through lecture, textbook assignments, hands-on laboratory experimentation, and simulated virtual experiments utilizing computer software.
Contact Hours: 8 contact hours per week for 8 weeks
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ELEC 1192 - Semiconductor Devices & Circuits Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1182
(formerly EETE 2280)
This course provides students with theory and practical experimentation using the following electronic devices: BJT, SCR, UJT, PUT, Triac, Diac, Four Layer Diode, SUS, SBS, Op-amps, and optoelectronic devices. Circuit designs include amplitude control, phase shift control, relaxation oscillators inverting, and non-inverting amplifiers.
Contact Hours: 8 contact hours per week for 8 weeks
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ELEC 1211 - Digital Electronics Basics Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1141 or ELEC 1171
(formerly EETE 1210)
This course will provide students with the knowledge required to understand and troubleshoot digital electronic circuits. Among the topics discussed are number systems, codes, logic gates, Boolean statements, combinational logic, flip-flops, counters, shift registers, memory and storage, and integrated circuit technologies. Knowledge will be gained through lecture, textbook assignments, hands-on laboratory experiments, and simulated virtual experiments utilizing virtual circuit software.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 1221 - Microcontrollers With Robotic Application Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1211
This course will provide students with the knowledge required to understand, program, and apply microcontrollers (pic chips) to robotic applications using the Basic Stamp. The first half of the class will be spent learning to program and interface simple circuitry using the Basic Stamp interface board. The second half of the class will be spent applying this knowledge to a mobile robot with onboard sensors. Among the topics discussed are pic chip programming, controlling inputs and outputs, motion and rotational control, digital displays, measurement of light, frequency and sound, controlling servo motors, robotic navigation, tactile sensing, light sensitive navigation, and robotic control with distance detection. Knowledge will be gained through lecture, textbook assignments, hands-on laboratory experiments, and project troubleshooting.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 1250 - Introduction to Audio & Video Technology Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
This course focuses on application of electronic concepts with components in audio and video technology. Also covered are mechanical hookups, connections and basic electronic troubleshooting, and servicing. The student will become familiar with basic electronic equipment used in an audio and video studio, and troubleshoot operational and connection problems.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 1300 - Electric Theory-Electrical Equipment & Introduction to Machine Circuits Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly ATEE 1300)
After a brief introduction to the fundamentals of electricity, this course covers wire size, insulation, connections, and wiring methods. Topics also include switches, relays, motor starters, and other control components. ELEC 1300 also introduces machine tool control circuits, maintenance procedures, and safe working practices.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 1310 - Electrical-Basic Direct & Alternating Current Motor Control Circuits Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ATAM 1350 or ELEC 1300
(formerly ATEE 1250)
ELEC 1310 provides an introduction to D.C. and A.C. motor control circuits. Topics include fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism, series and parallel circuits, D.C. motors and generators, basic electrical instruments, A.C. motors, and electric motor control symbols and circuits.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 2005 - Discrete Amplifiers & Introduction to Op-Amps Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1192
(formerly EETE 1191)
ELEC 2005 provides students theory and practical experimentation dealing with discrete transistor amplifiers and basic operational amplifier circuits. Among the circuits to be discussed are Voltage, Power, CC and CB amplifiers as well as inverting, non-inverting, differential, and summing op-amp amplifiers.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 2010 - Instrumentation 1-Transducer Theory Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1211
(formerly EETE 2010)
ELEC 2010 covers theory and application of the following devices and topics: Thevenin’s Theorem, operational amplifiers, passive and active filters, loading, oscilloscope operation and the following transducers: I.C. temperature, thermistor, RTD, thermocouple, capacitance sensor, strain gauge, LVDT and others. Students will use Electronics Workbench to simulate electronic circuits and instrumentation.
Contact Hours: 8 contact hours per week for 8 weeks
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ELEC 2150 - LabVIEW Basics 1 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1211 or approval of program advisor
(formerly ELEC 2911)
ELEC 2150 will provide an introduction to the LabVIEW graphical system design platform. Students create, edit, and execute programs that utilize basic LabVIEW functions.
Contact Hours: 8 contact hours per week for 8 weeks
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ELEC 2160 - LabVIEW Basics 2 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 2150
(formerly ELEC 2912)
ELEC 2160 will build upon the foundation of knowledge established in ELEC- 2150 in further exploring the functionality of the LabVIEW programming platform.
Contact Hours: 8 contact hours per week for 8 weeks
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ELEC 2270 - Microcontroller Programming Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1211 and either ELEC 1192 or ELEC 2005
(formerly EETE 2270)
ELEC 2270 stresses the concepts of microcontroller programming including instruction sets, loops, software delays and data structures.
Contact Hours: 8 contact hours per week for 8 weeks
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ELEC 2300 - Motors for Electric Vehicles & Industrial Applications Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly ELEC 2913)
An introduction to A.C. motors and A.C. motor controls. Topics include: Fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism, A.C. Motors, Traction Motors, A.C. Synchronous Permanent Magnet Motors, adjustable frequency drives, also MatLab and Simulink Modeling of various components associated with an electric vehicle.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 2310 - Vehicle Experimental Testing Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1161 , ELEC 1171 , and ELEC 2150
This course develops the student’s applied knowledge and hands-on skills in vehicle experimental testing. Students will learn how to set up test procedures, wire up sensors for measurements, conduct experimental tests, record calibrated experimental data, and write test reports.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 2370 - Electrical-Polyphase Alternating Current Fundamentals, Electrical Instruments & Illumination Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1141 or related work experience
(formerly ATEE 2360)
ELEC 2370 covers three and four-wire two-phase circuits, three-phase induction, star and delta circuits, power, balanced and unbalanced loads, transformer principles, characteristics and connection, electrical instruments, self- synchronous systems, protective relays, lamps and illumination.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 2380 - Electrical-Alternating Current Machines Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 2370 or related work experience
(formerly ATEE 2260)
ELEC 2380 examines alternators, rotating magnetic fields, A.C. motors, speed control, types of winding, introduction to A.C. motor control.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 2400 - Microprocessor Interfacing Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 2270 or EETE 2270
(formerly EETE 2400)
ELEC 2400 covers interfacing the microcomputer in serial and parallel format. Topics include handshake control, PIA, ACIA, UARTS, AD and DA conversions, interfacing the microcomputer to TTYs CRTs Modems, floppy disks, dynamic and static memories, and electrical/ mechanical devices.
Contact Hours: 8 per week for 8 weeks
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ELEC 2410 - Electrical-National Electrical Code Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: None
(formerly ATEE 2410)
ELEC 2410 studies national and local electrical codes for wiring and apparatus. It covers wiring design and protection, wiring methods and materials, general use equipment, special occupancies, special equipment, and the use of tables and diagrams for the solution of practical wiring problems.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 2490 - Instrumentation 2-Advanced Op-Amps & Linear Integrated Circuits Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 2010
(formerly EETE 2490)
ELEC 2490 focuses on operational amplifier applications, passive and active filters, voltage compositors, phase-locked-loop and data acquisition.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 2550 - Electrical-Industrial Electronic Fundamentals Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 1141 or related work experience
(formerly ATEE 2550)
ELEC 2550 provides an introduction to electronics which includes semiconductor theory and circuits, transistor theory and circuits, power supplies, oscillator circuits, photosensitive devices, and pulse circuits.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 2560 - Electrical-Welding Controllers Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 2550 or related work experience
(formerly ATEE 2560)
Resistance welders and controllers are the main topics of ELEC 2560. Subtopics include spot welders, various types of welder controllers, plug-in accessories, test equipment, portable and stationary welders, and arc welders.
Contact Hours: 2
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ELEC 2650 - Computer Servicing 1 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: None
The student will become familiar with personal computer equipment and computer servicing concepts. Topics covered are disassembly and assembly procedures, identification and replacement of parts, configuration problems, and electrostatic considerations. Emphasis will be on troubleshooting and diagnostic routines and procedures.
Contact Hours: 4
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ELEC 2660 - Computer Servicing 2 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: ELEC 2650
Continuation of ELEC 2650. The course will acquaint the student with fundamental computer servicing concepts. The student will become familiar with computer equipment and peripherals, including monitors, mice, printers, CD-ROM drives and sound cards. Emphasis will be on troubleshooting and diagnostic routines and procedures.
Contact Hours: 4
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EMSA 1215 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician Lecture Credit Hours: 7.00
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EMSA 1220 and EMSA 1250
EMSA 1215 provides an introduction to Basic EMT. It is designed to provide the student with an outline of the EMS system and introduce assessment skills, as well as provide treatment and pathophysiologic understanding to common medical and traumatic emergencies.
Contact Hours: 7
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EMSA 1250 - Clinical Rotation for the Basic EMT Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EMSA 1215 and EMSA 1220
(formerly EMTC 1250)
Clinical rotation in the hospital and EMS units for the Basic EMT. This course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.
Contact Hours: 5 per week for 8 weeks
Off-site, by arrangement
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EMSA 2510 - Introduction to Paramedic Procedures Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: Permission from instructor
Corequisites: EMSA 2520 , EMSA 2530 , EMSA 2550
This course provides an introduction to paramedic procedures. It reviews traumatic injuries and the physical exam, and prepares the student to enter the clinical environment.
Contact Hours: 4
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EMSA 2530 - Paramedic Lab 1 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
Corequisites: EMSA 2510 , EMSA 2520 , EMSA 2550
(formerly EMTC 2530)
Practical applications for Introduction to Paramedic Procedures and Paramedic Lecture 2.
Contact Hours: 6
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EMSA 2550 - Paramedic Lecture 2 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: EMSA 2510 with grade C or better
Corequisites: EMSA 2520 and EMSA 2530
(formerly EMTC 2550)
This course presents a study of cardiology and introduction to the EKG.
Contact Hours: 4
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EMSA 2600 - Advanced Life Support Internship Credit Hours: 6.00
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
(formerly EMTC 2600)
Internship with a paramedic in an out-of-hospital environment. This course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.
Contact Hours: Up to 25 per week for 12 weeks
Off-site, by arrangement
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EMSA 2605 - Clinical Skills for Hospital Rotations Credit Hours: 1.00
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EMSA 2611
Skills and assessments will be presented to prepare students to have a successful clinical hospital rotation.
Contact Hours: 1.5
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EMSA 2611 - Hospital Clinical Rotation for the Paramedic Credit Hours: 2.00
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
Corequisites: EMSA 2605
In-hospital clinical rotation class offered first semester. This course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.
Contact Hours: 12.5 per week for 8 weeks
Off-site, by arrangement
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EMSA 2612 - Hospital Clinical Rotation for the Paramedic 2 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: EMSA 2611
Corequisites: EMSA 2560 , EMSA 2570 , and EMSA 2580
(formerly EMSA 2610)
In-hospital clinical rotation class offered second semester. This course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Students are required to pass this course to progress in the program.
Contact Hours: 12.5 per week for 16 weeks
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EMSA 2620 - Paramedic Lecture 4 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: EMSA 2560 with grade C or better
(formerly EMTC 2620)
12-lead EKG and Advanced Cardiac Life Support for the Paramedic.
Contact Hours: 3
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ENGL 0055 - Writing Essentials Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: Placement
(formerly ENGL 0050)
Extensive work with punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure. Designed as preparatory for successful work in freshman composition courses.
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ENGL 1180 - Communications 1 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: Placement, or ENGL 0055 or EAPP 1500 with grade C‑ or better
No credit after ENGL 1210. The focus of this course is college-level expository and argumentative writing. This course places extensive emphasis on organization and development of essays along with the study of grammar and mechanics. This course develops competence in English sentence elements and skill in organizing, proofreading, and revising essays. Students who have completed ENGL 1210 successfully should NOT take ENGL 1180. Students will NOT receive credit for both.
Contact Hours: 4
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ENGL 1190 - Communications 2 Credit Hours: 4.00
Prerequisites: ENGL 1180 or ENGL 1210
No credit after ENGL 1220. The focus of this course is to continue the development of writing skills learned in ENGL 1180 or ENGL 1210 . This course places extensive emphasis upon research and documentation. Students who have completed ENGL 1220 successfully should NOT take ENGL 1190. Students will NOT receive credit for both.
Contact Hours: 4
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ENGL 1210 - Composition 1 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: Placement, or ENGL 0055 or EAPP 1500 with grade C‑ or better
No credit after ENGL 1180. The focus of this course is the writing of expository and argumentative essays. This course emphasizes logical development of ideas and refinement of personal style. Students who have completed ENGL 1180 successfully should NOT take ENGL 1210. Students will NOT receive credit for both.
Contact Hours: 3
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ENGL 1220 - Composition 2 Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: ENGL 1180 or ENGL 1210
No credit after ENGL 1190. The focus of this course is the writing of critical essays based upon readings in literature, and the further development of writing skills learned in ENGL 1180 or ENGL 1210. The course places extensive emphasis upon research. Students who have completed ENGL 1190 successfully should NOT take ENGL 1220. Students will NOT receive credit for both.
Contact Hours: 3
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ENGL 1730 - Contemporary American Literature Credit Hours: 3.00
Prerequisites: None
Reading of American works which are currently influencing and defining thought and art, as a means of introducing stimulating writers and books. Emphasis on discussion and critical analysis.
Contact Hours: 3
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