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EDUC 104 - Field Experience Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
The field experience, a required component of Introduction to Education, provides the future teacher with integration of theory and practice. A minimum of 15 contact hours in a variety of school settings is required. The 15 contact hours will transfer to most teacher education programs, but one hour of course credit may not be transferable. Students must obtain a criminal fingerprint background check upon enrolling in this course.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade “C” in ENG 099 and ENG 021 or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .Corequisite: EDUC 103 .
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EDUC 106 - Introduction to Classroom Management Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is an introduction to strategies for behavior management for students in general and special education K-12 classrooms. It is designed to develop skills in identifying, observing, managing, and changing behaviors in the classroom. Topics include types of behavior management approaches, ethics, observation methods, and strategies for increasing and decreasing behaviors, with an emphasis on positive, proactive methods.
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EDUC 108 - Teaching the Language Arts Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
An introduction to recent trends, basic problems, and procedures in the teaching of language arts (reading, writing, listening, speaking) in the elementary school. A general survey of the data and principles of current organization, content, method, and evaluation.
THIS COURSE EMPHASIZES A GLOBAL AND/OR INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE AND IS APPROPRIATE FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES.
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EDUC 115 - Introduction to Technology in Education Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course introduces educators to the knowledge and skills required to demonstrate their proficiency in the current technology standards. The course focuses on both knowledge and performance, and includes hands-on technology activities. Basic skills In word processing, spreadsheet and database programs recommended; or consent of department.Prerequisite: EDUC 103 and placement into ENG
101 or minimum grade “C” in ENG 099 and ENG 021 or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .
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EDUC 120 - Diversity of Schools and Society Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Provides social and global perspectives on education. Includes how schooling is shaped by the social contexts in which it occurs, particularly in multicultural and global contexts.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG
101 or minimum grade “C” in ENG 099 and ENG 021 or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .
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EDUC 240 - Students with Disabilities in Schools Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A survey course that presents the historical, philosophical and legal foundations of special education, as well as an overview of the characteristics of individuals with disabilites, the programs that serve them under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and the diversity of the population of Individuals with disabilities. 15 - 30 hours of classroom observation and community service are required. Students must obtain a criminal fingerprint background check upon enrolling in this course.Prerequisite: PSYC 210 , which may be taken concurrently and placement into ENG
101 or minimum grade “C” in ENG 099 and ENG 021 or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .
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EDUC 251 - Clinical Experience and Seminar Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-4-3*
This course is designed to give the future teacher a theoretical and practical basis in dealing with children at various levels. Emphasis is placed on the capacity of the student to benefit from the experience provided by local preschools, elementary schools, high schools, and special-education programs. This weekly four-hour lab experience and seminar involves the application of the principles of child and adolescent development and educational psychology. Sixty-four clinical hours of experience are required.Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 GPA and EDUC 103 or minimum of 2.0 GPA, EDUC 240 and PSYC 101 .
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Electrical/electronic Automated Systems Technology |
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EEAS 101 - Basic Wiring and Circuit Design Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course covers the fundamentals of electrical and electronic circuits, including the calculation and measurement of voltage, current, resistance and power. Emphasis is placed on safe meter usage, print reading and exposure to a variety of electrical technologies currently used in industry. Topics include: introductory residential wiring, operation of AC motors, industrial solid-state devices, variable frequency drives, industrial controls, and single-phase/three-phase power distribution.
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EEAS 111 - Industrial Controls I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
Fundamentals of industrial controls. This course is designed to provide the student with skills in basic electrical theory including electron relationship, Ohm’s Law, Power Law, and Series and Parallel circuit characteristics. The student will develop hands-on skills using transformers, motors, magnetic control devices, relays, time delay circuits, reversing circuits and other control input devices. Also covered are the application and installation of controls for pressure, temperature, flow, and level circuits.
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EEAS 113 - Industrial Controls II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A continuation of EEAS 111 . This course includes solid-state controls, proximity, photoelectric, thermistors/thermocouples, S.C.R., triacs, thyristors, transistors, timers, counters, and advance motor controls. Industrial process control is covered including reduced voltage starting and methods for motor braking.Prerequisite: EEAS 111 .
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EEAS 115 - Electrical/Electronics Troubleshooting Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A course designed to provide the student with the essential techniques of troubleshooting relating to electrical and electronic circuits. Use of test equipment and instrumentation will be covered. Preventive maintenance and cutting troubleshooting time is emphasized. Lab work includes hands-on troubleshooting of common circuits.Prerequisite: EEAS
111 and EEAS
113 , which may be taken concurrently.
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EEAS 120 - Industrial, Residential, Commercial Code Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
This course will train individuals how to design and construct electrical systems in accordance with the National Electric Code. Its primary focus will be residential, but commercial and industrial systems will be addressed. Topics such as required circuits in a residential dwelling, sizing services, lighting requirements, grounding, wiring methods, and hazardous locations will be covered.
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EEAS 215 - Process Control & Instrumentation Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course provides a broad perspective of industrial measurement and control. Methods of sensing, measuring and transmitting data obtained from industrial processes are covered. Principles and theory of automatic control, measurement concepts, programmable controller, and distributed control also will be covered.Prerequisite: EEAS
113 .
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EEAS 221 - Industrial Circuits Basic Programmable Logic Controllers Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course deals with the basic operation, application and programming industrial control system concentrating on industrial microprocessor programmable logic controller (PLC). The course covers historical background, uses of PLCs, product ranges, numbering systems, and logic concepts pertaining to PLCs. It develops an understanding of the PLC central processing unit, input-output systems and peripheral devices. The course provides skills in programming and document on a cross section of industrial PLCs. Much time will be spent in the lab working on different kinds of industrial PLC applications.Prerequisite: EEAS
113 .
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EEAS 223 - Industrial Circuits-Advanced Programmable Controllers Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A continuation of EEAS 221 , this course deals with the operation and application of advanced industrial Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Topics include: programming, wiring, and troubleshooting high level PLC functions such as Analog I/O, Data Manipulation, Multi-Bit I/O, Scan Modification, Report Generation, and others. Much time will be spent in the lab applying the above skills to the PLCs.Prerequisite: EEAS 221 .
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EEAS 225 - Automated Systems Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course deals with the process of system development including defining the system requirements, installation and start up. Hands-on labs include various types of communications: PLC to computer, PLC to PLC, and PLC to computer MMI (Man Machine Interface). The course focuses on the skills necessary to engineer, wire, configure, and troubleshoot industrial automated systems.Prerequisite: EEAS 215 and EEAS 221 .
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EEAS 240 - Motors and Drives Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course covers proper selection, installation and troubleshooting of various types of motors, (DC motors: series, parallel and compound. AC motors: wound rotor motors, synchronous motors and synchros and stepper motors). Lab activities will include motor alignment, preventative maintenance, and predictive maintenance. Motor drives and solid state motor starters will be examined as well as stepper and serve motor control.Prerequisite: EEAS 101 and EEAS 113 .
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EEAS 299 - Technical Update Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
This course will select new technologies in the industrial automation field such as operator interface, drive technologies, industrial programming, etc., and present them in a usable format. It will use vendor support, field trips and peer learning to develop new skills. Demonstration and hands-on learning are emphasized. (May be repeated three times for credit.)
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Electronics Engineering Technology |
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EET 101 - Fundamentals of Electronics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course provides a survey of basic electronic concepts and theories in combination with hands-on instruction to reinforce classroom theory. Topics addressed include: DC/AC circuit concepts, magnetism, semiconductor devices, amplifier basics, digital number systems, combinational logic circuits, and microcomputer basics.
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EET 102 - Electronic Soldering, Circuit Board Rework and Repair Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
A course designed for those with little or no electronic soldering experience. Soldering skills are taught and practiced from basic to high reliability through hole connections, circuit board soldering and minor repair are also covered.
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EET 103 - Project Construction Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
Every student will receive an electronic kit and will assemble it with instructor guidance. Completed kits become the property of the student and will provide a vehicle for designing, building and testing circuitry while progressing through the Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) curriculum. This project will develop the student skills in component identification, soldering, hand-tool usage, and system testing.Prerequisite: EET 102 .
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EET 104 - Soldering/Desoldering SMDs Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
This high-tech course will stress the safe installation and removal of surface mount devices (SMDs) from common electronic circuit boards. Students will use both conductive and convective heat sources along with wire solder and solder paste in perfecting their skills. Proper component removal techniques also will be covered.Prerequisite: EET 102 .
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EET 106 - SMD Project Construction Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
Students will use a computer program to lay out a printed circuit board design. This design will be used to fabricate a printed circuit board. The students will add surface-mounted components and verify correct circuit operation.Prerequisite: EET 104 .
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EET 108 - Introduction to Digital Electronics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-4-4
This is a first course in digital electronics providing an overview of basic electricity, DC circuits, AC circuits, diodes, transistors, and Op-Amps. The remainder of the course closely examines number systems associated with digital electronics, logic gates, logic gate simplification, and combinational and sequential logic.
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EET 113 - Electrical Circuits Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A beginning course in electronics that provides the student with the fundamentals required for success in advanced electronic courses. Instruction is provided in the basic laws of direct current circuit theory and in the operation of resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Analysis of complex circuits using network theorems, such as Thevenin’s and superpositioning are conducted. Special emphasis is placed upon the operation of modern electronic test equipment used in practical laboratory applications.
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EET 114 - Digital Electronics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course is a comprehensive study of digital electronic concepts. Concepts include the application of various number systems used in digital electronics, the study of both combinational and sequential logic and design procedures for both discrete and programmable logic circuits. Students are introduced to the VHDL programming language to interface with their Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD).
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EET 125 - Solid State Circuitry Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A study of semiconductor theory and circuit approximations as they relate to clippers, clampers, rectifiers, and voltage doublers. Topics include diodes, bipolar transistors and their biasing networks, and circuit configurations. Practical laboratory experience reinforces the theories and provides the student with necessary troubleshooting skills.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 113 .
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EET 211 - Wireless Communications Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course covers wireless communications systems and circuits. It provides a direct application of the circuits studied in EET
125 by analyzing AM/FM receiver and transmitter operation. It also provides an introduction to transmission mediums, such as microwaves, satellites and fiber optic lines.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 125 .
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EET 213 - Power Supplies Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course involves the study of regulated power supplies. The course begins with the basic rectifier, adding filtering, discrete component regulation, and then uses IC regulators. Also covered are batteries and the low-voltage, high-current switching regulator commonly used in modern consumer products and personal computers.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 125 .
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EET 214 - Microcomputer Electronics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
Introductory course in microcomputer electronics covering the fundamentals of microprocessor hardware and software. Emphasis is placed on using the microprocessor as a programmable tool for problem solution. The course stresses the interaction and trade-offs between hardware and software. Programming at the machine and/or assembler level.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 114 .
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EET 215 - Advanced Solid State Circuitry Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A continuation of EET
125 concentrating on advanced solid state integrated circuits. Topics include the theory of differential and operational amplifiers, their applications in oscillators, comparators and amplifier circuits, as well as passive and active filters. Practical laboratory experiments provide considerable practical experience.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 125 .
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EET 217 - Industrial Electronics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A study of industrial devices such as SCRs, TRIACs, DIACs, and other thyristors. Additionally, UJTs, PUTs, special purpose diodes, and solid-state relays will be studied. The student will have an opportunity to use these devices in practical assignments that emphasize industrial applications and interfacing to digital elements. Typical applications include DC and AC motor drives, transducers, open and closed loop systems, and signal conditioners.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 125 .
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EET 223 - Advanced Electrical Circuits Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A continuation of EET
113 specializing in the analysis of complex DC circuits using loop equations and continuing into the analysis of complex AC circuits with emphasis on series and parallel RLC circuits involving phase angles, reactance, impedance, and resonance. Complex inductive and capacitive circuits are analyzed with j-operators and trigonometry. Extensive utilization of the oscilloscope and other test equipment is included.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 113 ; and appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 098 or equivalent.
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EET 224 - Advanced Microcomputer Electronics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
This course will provide a detailed study of the circuitry found in a typical microprocessor-based personal or industrial computer. An understanding of the signals generated by a CPU while it is communicating with memory of I/O is developed. System expansion and advance interfacing techniques is taught. The use of programmable support chips to improve performance and simplify programming is investigated.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 214 .
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EET 225 - Electronic Communication Systems Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-4
A study of the communication of information using digital signals. Topics include digital and analog communication through various systems, protocols, RS 232C interface and other standards, telephone systems, signal error detection and correction, and network security and instrumentation. Practical laboratory experience reinforces concepts presented in the lecture portion of the course.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in EET 113 and EET 214 .
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Emergency Medical Dispatch |
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EMD 101 - Emergency Medical Dispatch Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
(Pending ICCB approval)
This 40 hour course is designed for current Emergency Medical Dispatchers to receive the required Illinois Department of Public Health certification to dispatch for a 911 agency and give pre-arrival instructions.Prerequisite: Must be currently employed as a dispatcher.
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Emergency Medical Services |
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EMS 101 - First Responder Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3.5-1-4
This course contains lecture and hands-on application of skills. The first responder uses a limited amount of equipment to perform an assessment and complete stabilizing interventions. Upon successful completion, the student will receive certification from the Illinois Department of Public Health. This course is a suggested prerequisite to the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Course.
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EMS 201 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-2-5
Care, handling and extrication of the critically ill and injured. Topics covered include airway management, patient assessment, vital signs, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, lifting and moving patients, documentation, communication, pharmacology, and cardiac emergencies. Meets the requirements of the National DOT curricula. No proficiency or independent study.Prerequisite: CPR 100 or equivalent, 18 years of age and high school diploma or GED and placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade “C”, in ENG 021 and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .Concurrent: EMS 209 .
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EMS 204 - Introduction to Emergency Management Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course provides an overview of the field of emergency management. Students will be introduced to the terminology and definitions used in emergency and disaster management and will examine legal requirements, responsibilities, and laws pertaining to emergency management. Students will also develop an understanding of the procedures and requirements in emergency management including identification of hazards and response capabilities and the national incident management system (NIMS).
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EMS 209 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-2-5
Study of the care, handling and extrication of the critically ill and injured. Topics covered include: burn victims, poisoning, emergency childbirth; rescue and extrication; ambulance driving; lifting and transportation of victims; and injuries to the head, face, neck, spine, eye, chest, abdomen, and pelvis.Prerequisite: CPR 100 or equivalent, 18 years of age and high school diploma or GED and placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade “C”, in ENG 021 and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .Concurrent: EMS 201 .
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EMS 215 - EMT-P Essentials I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-2-5
This is the first of five required courses for completion of the Paramedic Education program. The program offers lecture and practical-lab experience in pre-hospital assessment, advanced airway procedures, intravenous and pharmacological therapy, and cardiac rhythm interpretation and treatment. No proficiency or independent study. Prerequisite: Current IDPH certified EMT-B or EMT-I license, high school diploma or GED, and current Health Care CPR Provider. Written pretest and background screening required before acceptance. ALS sponsor is required.
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EMS 216 - EMT-P Essentials II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-2-5
This is the second of five required courses. The program offers lecture and practical labs covering the advanced assessment and treatment of medical emergencies. Included in the curriculum are provider courses in CPR, ACLS, and AMLS. No proficiency or independent study.Prerequisite: EMS 215 .
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EMS 217 - EMT-P Essentials III Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-2-5
This course is the third of five required courses. This program offers lecture and practical labs covering the advanced assessment and treatment of pediatric and trauma emergencies. Included in the curriculum are provider courses in PALS and PHTLS. No proficiency or independent study.Prerequisite: EMS 216 .
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EMS 218 - EMT-P Essentials IV Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-13.5-4.5
This is the required clinical component of the Paramedic Education program. Each student must complete a minimum of 220 hours with a nurse preceptor in various areas of local hospitals and clinics. No proficiency or independent study.Prerequisite: EMS 217 .
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EMS 219 - EMT-P Essentials V Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-17.5-5
This is the required field internship component of the Paramedic Education program. Each student must complete a minimum of 300 hours in an ALS ambulance with a paramedic preceptor. No proficiency or independent study.Prerequisite: EMS 218 .
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Engineering |
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EGR 100 - Introduction to Engineering Graphics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-1-1
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of graphic communication and representation. The student will learn to visualize and convey ideas graphically through sketching and producing proper engineering drawing standards used in many industries.
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EGR 101 - Engineering Graphical Communications Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-5-4
IAI Code: IND911
Designed to give the student a working knowledge of the fundamentals of graphic communications. The student will learn to convey ideas by means of freehand sketches, orthographic projection, auxiliary views, pictorial drawing, sectional views, charts, and graphs. An introduction to descriptive geometry and CAD are presented.Prerequisite: MATH 095 or equivalent.
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EGR 102 - Engineering Graphics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-5-4
Solution of problems requiring advanced engineering geometry and graphics. Charts and diagrams, intersections, developments, perspectives, shades, and shadows. Basic conceptual design through layout drawings, working drawings, assembly views, reproduction, dimensioning for interchangeable assembly, and shop and material specifications.Prerequisite: EGR 101 .
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EGR 201 - Analytical Mechanics-Statics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Application of the principles of mechanics to engineering problems of equilibrium. Resultants and conditions of equilibrium of force systems; analysis of forces acting on members of trusses and frames; and forces due to friction, first moments and centroids, center of gravity and pressure. Introduction of the principle of virtual work.Prerequisite: PHYS 201 .
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EGR 202 - Analytical Mechanics-Dynamics Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Kinematics and kinetics of a particle and of a rigid body. Motion relative to translating and rotating reference planes. Principles of force and acceleration; work and energy; and impulse and momentum.Prerequisite: EGR 201 .
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English |
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ENG 020 - College Reading I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Designed to promote success in college reading by increasing efficiency in textbook and learning strategies, by improving perception of key elements of text, by expanding vocabulary through application of word parts, and by improving the ability to construct meaning through direct instruction in reading and study strategies.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
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ENG 021 - College Reading II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is designed to promote success in college reading by reviewing basic reading and learning strategies, developing proficiency in recognizing and applying patterns of organization to college text materials, and by increasing vocabulary knowledge and strategies.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in ENG 020 or ENG 094 .
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ENG 066 - Listening and Speaking I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to beginning-level listening and speaking skills and strategies that are useful in English-speaking environments. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve students’ listening and speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary acquisition, and understanding of idiomatic language. Listening and Speaking 1is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation requirements and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test.
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ENG 067 - Listening and Speaking II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to high beginning-level listening and speaking skills and strategies that are useful in English-speaking environments. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve students’ listening and speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary acquisition, and understanding of idiomatic language. Listening and Speaking 2is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation requirements and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 066 .
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ENG 068 - Listening and Speaking III Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to intermediate-level listening and speaking skills and strategies that are useful in English-speaking environments. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve students’ listening and speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary acquisition, and understanding of idiomatic language. Listening and Speaking 3 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation requirements and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 067 .
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ENG 069 - Listening and Speaking IV Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to advanced-level listening and speaking skills and strategies that are useful in English-speaking environments. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve students’ listening and speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary acquisition, and understanding of idiomatic language. Listening and Speaking 4is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation requirements and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 068 .
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ENG 076 - Reading I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to beginning-level academic reading and comprehension skills and strategies. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve reading comprehension, increase speed, and acquire vocabulary. Reading I is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation requirements.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test.
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ENG 077 - Reading II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to high beginning-level academic reading and comprehension skills and strategies. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve reading comprehension, increase speed, and acquire vocabulary. Reading 2 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward GPA/graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” In ENG 076 .
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ENG 078 - Reading III Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to high-beginning level academic reading and comprehension skills and strategies. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve reading comprehension, increase speed, and acquire vocabulary. Reading 3 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” In ENG 077 .
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ENG 079 - Reading IV Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to high-beginning level academic reading and comprehension skills and strategies. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve reading comprehension, increase speed, and acquire vocabulary. Reading 4 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 078 .
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ENG 086 - Writing I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to beginning-level academic writing skills and grammatical concepts. The course highlights writing grammatically-sound sentences and studying paragraph development. Writing 1 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test.
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ENG 087 - Writing II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to high beginning-level academic writing skills and grammatical concepts. The course highlights writing grammatically-sound sentences and studying paragraph development. Writing 2 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 086 .
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ENG 088 - Writing III Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to intermediate-level academic writing skills and grammatical concepts. The course highlights studying paragraph and essay development. Writing 3 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 087 .
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ENG 089 - Writing IV Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to more advanced forms and concerns of academic writing skills and grammatical concepts. The course highlights writing grammatically-sound essays and studying essay development. Writing 4 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” In ENG 088 .
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ENG 092 - Advanced Modern English Grammar I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students to high-level grammatical concepts. The course highlights the study of grammatical conventions that underlie exemplary academic writing. Advanced Modern Grammar I is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” In ENG 087 .
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ENG 093 - Advanced Modern English Grammar II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
(Pending ICCB approval)
This course introduces students to high-level grammatical concepts. The course highlights the study of grammatical conventions that underlie exemplary academic writing. Advanced Modern English Grammar II Is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable.Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 092 .
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ENG 094 - ESL Reading and Writing I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 6-0-6
ESL is a course designed to prepare the non-native English speaker academically by developing the writing, reading, and critical thinking skills necessary for success in subsequent developmental courses. Students will be encouraged to develop proficiency in reading and writing, to increase vocabulary knowledge and construct language families, and to improve their ability to derive meaning by examining the English language at its grammatical and pragmatic levels. (Not intended for transfer.)Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score in reading and writing.
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ENG 095 - ESL Reading and Writing II Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 6-0-6
ESL is a course blending reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. It is designed to improve the speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills of non-native speakers of English and adequately prepare them for college credit courses. Students will develop proficiency in reading strategies, increase vocabulary knowledge, and improve their ability to construct meaning. (Not intended for transfer.)Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in ENG 094 , or ENG
020 and ENG 098 .
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ENG 096 - Integrated College Reading and Writing Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 6-0-6
ENG 096 is a holistic team-taught course designed to develop critical-thinking skills and written responses to current cross-disciplinary materials showing the integration of reading and writing in college-level coursework.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in ENG 094 , or ENG 020 and ENG 098 .
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ENG 098 - Fundamentals of English Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Designed to offer practice in the fundamentals of written expression. (Not intended for transfer.)Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
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ENG 099 - Fundamentals of Writing Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Designed to offer practice in the essential principles of effective writing expression: sentence skills, unity, support, and coherence. This course emphasizes effective paragraph writing, pre-writing techniques, and essay development. (Not intended for transfer.)Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in ENG 098 or ENG 094 .
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ENG 101 - Rhetoric Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: CI 900
This course is designed to teach writing skills necessary for success in college. It is required for students intending to continue in a baccalaureate program. Special emphasis is placed upon summary writing, exposition, and argumentation.Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .
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ENG 102 - Rhetoric Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: CI901R
This course provides continued training and practice in composition and research processes. Students will analyze a variety of texts and write several essays, including a 2500+ -word research paper.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG 101 .
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ENG 103 - American Literature Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 914
A study of representative selections in American prose and poetry from 1608 to 1865. It satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 104 - American Literature Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 915
This course is a study of representative selections in American prose and poetry from 1865 to the present. It satisfies humanities or literature requirements for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 105 - Survey of English Literature Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 912
A study of the first thousand years of English prose and poetry from Old English through the neo-classical period. This course explores not only the development of various types of literature and the language itself, but also the origin and development of many ideas that are central to our modern culture. Satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 106 - Survey of English Literature Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 913
A study of English prose and poetry of the Romantic, Victorian, and Modern eras. The course explores not only the development of various types of literature, but also the development of modern attitudes resulting from changing concepts about the nature of man and his relationship to nature and society. Satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 107 - Contemporary Literature, 1900-1950 Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This class explores the literary movement called “modernism” by examining poetry and prose masterpieces (1900-1950) of some of the 20th century’s greatest writers. Students will have the opportunity, through an outside reading project, to learn about the work of other important modernist writers beyond those studied in class. Satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 108 - Contemporary Literature, 1950-present Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
A study of contemporary literature from 1950 to the present. The class will focus on world prose masterpieces (often of an experimental nature) of the second half of the 20th century. Satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 109 - Children’s Literature Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is a study of literature for children from the preschool to adolescent age levels. It is recommended for future teachers, teacher aides, and parents.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 .
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ENG 120 - Creative Writing Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is an introduction to creative writing. It is a writing-intensive course designed to give students opportunities to express themselves in poetry, fiction, and drama, and to understand the craft of writing “from the inside” rather than analyzing it from the outside as a literature student. Students will read and respond to work by professional writers and fellow students in a workshop format. The basis for success in the course is not the quality of the student’s imagination, but the quality of participation as a writer and reader.
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ENG 130 - Technical Writing and Communication Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is designed for applied science students to meet their communications requirements. It includes workplace correspondence, resume and job search documents, and short technical reports. It is of special interest to technical, engineering, law enforcement, nursing, and business students. The course stresses clarity, conciseness, and objectivity in writing reports, memos, letters, and other forms of communications.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 , or ENG 095 /ENG 096 .
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ENG 190 - Introduction to Film Study Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: F2 908
ENG 190 is a survey course that explores how film communicates. Sociological issues related to film, the relationship of film to literary genres, and important historical developments in the evolution of film are explored. Films of various lengths are shown in virtually every class session.
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ENG 201 - Introduction to Poetry Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This class introduces students to close reading of poetry, focusing on reading, discussing, and writing effectively about a range of poems. Students will learn to use relevant critical terms in their analyses of poems, to discuss poetic forms, genres, and techniques in an informed way, and to deal effectively with questions of interpretation.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 202 - Introduction to Fiction Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course introduces students to the elements of fiction. Students will read and discuss short stories and novels from a range of literary periods, movements, and cultures.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 203 - Introduction to Drama Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course introduces students to the elements of drama. Students will read and discuss a variety of plays from the classical to contemporary periods, and from a variety of authors and cultures.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 208 - Masterpieces of Western Civilization Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 906
This course is a study of representative works in translation of Western civilization from the time of the Old Testament to the Renaissance, with emphasis on works other than English and American. It explores not only a variety of major literary works, but also the ideas expressed therein and their impacts on other cultures. It satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 209 - Masterpieces of Western Civilization Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 907
This course is a study of representative works from western civilization from the Renaissance to the present, with emphasis on works other than English and American. It explores not only a variety of major literary works, but also the ideas expressed therein and their impacts on other cultures. It satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 220 - Non-Western Literature in Translation Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 908N
This course is a study of selected literary works by Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Latin American writers. Students read a variety of major works to understand not only the forms but also the cultural contexts and the impact of these diverse ideas on the authors’ own and other cultures. The course satisfies humanities or literature requirements for all transfer students and diversity requirements for education majors and others.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 230 - Advanced Technical Writing and Communication Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is designed as an advanced course in workplace writing for applied science students to meet their communications requirements. It includes longer workplace documents requiring skills in research, collaborative writing, graphics components, and computer usage. It is of special interest to technical, engineering, law enforcement, nursing, and business students.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG 130 .
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ENG 250 - Introduction to Shakespeare Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 905
This course will introduce students to selected works by William Shakespeare-primarily, but not exclusively, his plays. Through a close study of a selection of Shakespeare’s sonnets and representative examples of Shakespeare’s histories, comedies, problem plays, tragedies and romances, students will be exposed to characteristic works of the English Renaissance and acknowledged masterpieces of English literature. Students will develop reading, thinking and writing skills through close analyses of these works. Satisfies humanities or literature requirement for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 260 - Minority American Literature Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 910D
A study of the literary and cultural traditions of Native Americans, African-Americans, Asian-Americans, and Hispanic-Americans as expressed in the literature of these groups. This course satisfies humanities or literature requirements for transfer.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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ENG 270 - Introduction to Women Writers Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
IAI Code: H3 911D
A study of fiction and non-fiction prose and poetry written in English by women from the 17th century to the present. Will discuss common themes explored by women writers from various time periods and diverse backgrounds.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in ENG
101 or consent of department.
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FIN 201 - Principles of Corporation Finance Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Principles of business finance as applied to management decisions influenced by capital structure and type of ownership; problems related to sources of financing, the tools of financial analysis and financial management; and integration of economic theory and accounting.
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FIN 210 - Securities and Investments Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
An introductory study of the basic principles and fundamentals of public and corporate securities and their markets. Alternative investment practices, objectives and tax implications will be considered. Particular attention is directed at establishing and managing a personal portfolio.
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FIN 211 - Financial Institutions & Markets Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
Operation and structure of financial institutions and markets from the vantage point of financial theory with integration of macroeconomics and finance.
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FSCI 101 - Principles of Emergency Services Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives.
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FSCI 102 - Introduction to Fire Prevention Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; and fire investigation.
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FSCI 103 - Building Construction I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.
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FSCI 104 - Firefighting Tactics and Strategy I Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
The course will cover fire control, pre-fire planning, apparatus, initial attack, operations, forcible entry, problems in rural departments, and special extinguishing agents.Prerequisite: FSCI 101 , FSCI 102 and FSCI 103 .
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