2010-2011 Catalog 
    
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2010-2011 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Nursing

  
  • NURS 150 - Concepts of Nursing Practice I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 6-6-8
    This course introduces the student to the evolving roles of the nurse as provider, manager and member of the nursing discipline. The student will identify the impact of critical thinking, communications process, and teaching-learning process on the nurse-client relationship. Students will conceptualize nursing as assisting clients in meeting health care needs based on appreciation of a holistic framework. The student will implement the nursing process incorporating basic therapeutic communication techniques and teaching-learning principles with assigned clients in a variety of settings. The student will provide care within the ethical and legal parameters of nursing.Prerequisite: BIO 250  and admission into the Nursing program.Concurrent: NURS 140 , NURS 163 , ENG 101  and PSYC 101 .

  
  • NURS 160 - Concepts of Nursing Practice II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4.5-10.5-8
    In this course, the student will expand the development of the role of nurse as provider, manager and member of the health care discipline. As a member of the health care team, the student will systematically apply the nursing process to clients with common well-defined health care needs. This course provides the student with theoretical content and clinical experiences specific to common recurrent health care needs across the lifespan.Prerequisite: minimum grade “C” in NURS 150 . Must take BIO 251 , HEAL 109 , PSYC 215  and NURS 163  prior to or concurrently. Must take NURS 164  concurrently.


  
  • NURS 163 - Pharmacology and the Nursing Process

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course defines the relationship of the nursing process and drug therapy. Lifespan considerations related to pharmacology as well as legal, ethical, and cultural considerations will be discussed. The principles of pharmacotherapeutics along with the basics of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be presented. The safe calculation and administration of medication orders will be presented. Major drug classifications will be presented with related nursing implications. Online description This online course offers students the opportunity to complete their work with a flexible schedule. The course will be structured to assist the student in completing the course requirements in 16 weeks. Eight weeks for the summer sessions. Theory classes will be available for two-week intervals. This will facilitate the student completing the assignment in a timely fashion. The student will read the assigned readings and power points, and complete and return all assignments to the instructor. Multiple modalities will be incorporated into this course, examples include but not limited to research via the Internet, discussion boards, and case studies.Prerequisite: BIO 250 .

  
  • NURS 164 - Concepts in Pediatric Nursing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    This course describes child health principles and practices with the emphasis on growth and development and the need to establish family centered nursing plans of care.Concurrent: Must take NURS 160  concurrently.

  
  • NURS 170 - LPN to ADN Transition

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 5-3-6
    This course is designed to assist the non-collegiate licensed practical nurse in role changes necessary for transition to the associate degree’s in nursing (RN preparation) curriculum at JJC. Selected concepts, clinical topics and supervised clinical experiences focusing on basic biophychosocial needs of clients across the life span are presented.Prerequisite: Must be a licensed LPN plus BIO 250 , ENG 101 , and PSYC 101  and CHEM 100  or CHEM 101 . Must take BIO 251 , HEAL 109 , and PSYC 215  prior to or concurrently.

  
  • NURS 240 - Orientation to Professional Nursing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: .5-0-.5
    This course is designed for the collegiate licensed practical nurse, introducing the student to the philosophy and organization of the Joliet Junior College associate’s degree in nursing curriculum. Emphasis is given to basic needs of human beings and the nursing process. This course incorporates an orientation to the nursing computer lab.Prerequisite: ENG 101 , PSYC 101 , BIO 250 , BIO 251 , HEAL 109 , and PSYC 215 .

  
  • NURS 250 - Concepts of Nursing Practice III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4.5-10.5-8
    This course continues the application of the nursing process as the student develops expertise in identifying and meeting basic needs of individuals and families across the lifespan who are experiencing acute alterations in health which may result in long term sequelae. As a member of the health care team, the student will utilize the nursing process in a variety of health care settings to care for and educate clients and families with restorative and rehabilitative health care needs.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” In NURS 160 , NURS 163  and NURS 164 . Must take BIO 240  and SPCH 101  prior to or concurrently.

  
  • NURS 260 - Concepts of Nursing Practice IV

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4.5-10.5-8
    This course provides the student with experiences that continue the development of the nurse’s role as provider and member of the health care team with focus on the role of manager of client care. This course facilitates the student’s synthesis of learning by incorporating the role of the professional nurse as provider, manager and member of the nursing discipline with the care of medically complex clients across the lifespan. The student will continue to build upon the curriculum threads, utilizing the nursing process critical thinking, effective communication and the teaching-learning process to assist clients in meeting multiple health care needs.Prerequisite: Minimum grade “C” in NURS 250 . Must take SOC 290  prior to or concurrently.

    NOTE: All clinical sessions of NURS 150 , NURS 160 , NURS 250 , and 260 are scheduled as continuous sessions with each contact hour running 60 minutes to conform to Illinois Department of Professional Regulation program approval stipulations. Nursing practicums may include evening hours and are offered at a variety of clinical agencies including hospitals and extended care facilities.

Office Systems Technologies

  
  • OFS 100 - Microsoft Outlook

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: (1-0-1)
    Students will learn the features of Microsoft Outlook, as well as ways in which this program interacts with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.Prerequisite: OFS 101  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 101 - Basic Computer Keyboarding

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    This course is designed to develop basic touch keyboarding skills using a computer. Designed for the student with no prior, or limited , keyboarding experience.

  
  • OFS 102 - Document Formatting

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Emphasis is placed on producing business letters, memos, reports, newsletters, and tables, as well as speed and accuracy development on the computer.Prerequisite: OFS 101  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 103 - Advanced Document Formatting

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is designed to reinforce and increase knowledge of letters, mail merge, memos, rough drafts, tables, business forms, and manuscripts, as well as speed and accuracy development on the computer.Prerequisite: OFS 102  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 104 - Administrative Documents

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course is designed to prepare students for the contemporary business environment in which they are expected to complete a variety of projects using current computer hardware technology and application software. Emphasis is on a mastery of Microsoft Office suite application software for the purpose of adding value to realistic consultative and administrative tasks. Problem-based learning methods will be employed throughout the course. Capstone course - preferably taken last semester.Prerequisite: OFS 103  and OFS 114  or consent of department. OFS 115  strongly recommended.

  
  • OFS 106 - Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    This intensive course is designed to increase keyboarding speed and improve accuracy. Corrective drills will be used based on the individual’s particular keyboarding needs. (May be repeated two times for credit.)Prerequisite: OFS 101  or one semester of high school keyboarding.

  
  • OFS 110 - Voice Recognition

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    Students will use voice recognition software as a tool to perform and edit computer-generated input tasks. Mastery of basic skills will result in significant improvement in productivity.Prerequisite: OFS 101  and OFS 166 .

  
  • OFS 113 - Desktop Publishing using Microsoft Word and Publisher

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    An introduction to desktop publishing using Microsoft Word and Publisher. Applications include preparing letterheads, business cards, newsletters, brochures, specialty promotional documents, charts, presentation materials, reports, flyers, and booklets.Prerequisite: OFS 166  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 114 - Microsoft Office Suite

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course introduces basic and intermediate features of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, basic to expert level features of PowerPoint, and the integration of these applications for preparing and enhancing text for word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Upon completion of this course, the student should be prepared to take the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) exams for each of the above-mentioned programs.Prerequisite: OFS 101  or CIS 110  or consent of department. OFS 166  highly recommended.

  
  • OFS 115 - Advanced Microsoft Office

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    Student will learn the advanced features of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook, as well as ways in which the programs interact with each other. Upon completion of this course, the student should be prepared to take the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) exams in each of these programs.Prerequisite: OFS 114 .

  
  • OFS 117 - Microsoft Word

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    Presents beginning Microsoft Word functions using the graphical user interface including creating and editing documents, moving and copying text, creating a research paper including footnotes, creating a table of contents, creating a newsletter, setting up a mail merge, recording macros, and using Microsoft Word templates.

  
  • OFS 118 - PageMaker

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Course includes the basic concepts needed to understand how to create publications in PageMaker, including setting type specifications and alignment, using ruler guides, entering and editing text, using drawing tools; importing and resizing text and graphics files; moving and threading text blocks, using the constrained line tool, creating columns of differing widths, drag-placing text blocks, using story editor; tracking, kerning, leading; layering text on graphics, cropping, rotating text blocks; and creating styles and using Adobe’s table feature.Prerequisite: CIS 105  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 119 - Introduction to Visual Layout

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    For the student interested in desktop publishing, this course introduces the features of QuarkXPress, including the basic structure and interface of the program, type and typography, copy flow, manipulating pictures and color, and using macros and scripts. The student will learn power tips and techniques that relate to the very core of the program while producing various publications.Prerequisite: CIS 105  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 120 - Introduction to Image Manipulation

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    An introduction to Adobe Photoshop, an image-editing program that makes it possible to produce high-quality digital images and manipulate scanned images as well as outputting color separations and halftones. Student will be introduced to the tools and capabilities of the Photoshop program and will learn all the important fundamental concepts and features needed to master the program.Prerequisite: CIS 105  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 121 - Shorthand I Theory

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A beginning course designed to teach the principles of Gregg shorthand, including the basic strokes, brief forms, phrases, special word beginnings and endings, as well as emphasizing taking dictation.Prerequisite: OFS 101  or one semester of high school keyboarding.

  
  • OFS 122 - Shorthand II Speed Building

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Includes a review of previously learned Gregg shorthand forms. It strengthens and develops stenographic skills and integrates the principles of shorthand, transcription and business communications. Concentrates on increasing ability to take dictation at higher speeds and transcribing notes accurately. Material is dictated at 60-90 words per minute.Prerequisite: OFS 102  and OFS 121  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 123 - Shorthand III Transcription

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Continues to review and reinforce previously learned Gregg shorthand forms. Emphasis is placed on the transcription of mailable copies of letters dictated at 60-100 words per minute.Prerequisite: OFS 122 .

  
  • OFS 128 - Visual Layout and Design

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    An introduction to Adobe InDesign, a design-oriented publishing tool that integrates text and graphics to produce files that may be printed on a local printer, taken to a commercial printing service, or published on the Web.Prerequisite: CIS 105  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 130 - Introduction to Visual Illustration

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The student will learn the fundamentals of the object oriented drawing application Adobe Illustrator, including navigating around the work area; drawing basic shapes; selecting and editing objects, using the pen tool, brushes, color separations, and libraries; creating and formatting display type; and using layers to organize, edit, and display professional, computer-based illustrations.Prerequisite: CIS 105  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 141 - General Machine Transcription

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Students transcribe documents using computers and CD accompanying text. Chapters focus on different career fields, applying rules of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and usage to dictated documents representative of those career fields. Prerequisite: OFS 166  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 142 - Legal Machine Transcription

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Students transcribe documents using computers and CD accompanying text. Students may use a variety of reference books for completing the transcription.Prerequisite: BLAW 101  and OFS 166  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 143 - Medical Machine Transcription

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Students transcribe documents using computers and CD accompanying text. Students may use a variety of medical reference books for completing the transcription.Prerequisite: BIO 100  and OFS 166  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 151 - Computer Data Entry

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    Students develop a job-entry skill for entering data into a computer. The ten-key pad is emphasized. Students will be able to enter data at speeds beyond 7,000 characters per hour.Prerequisite: OFS 101  or ability to type 30 words per minute.

  
  • OFS 166 - Microsoft Word I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course introduces the features and capabilities of Microsoft Word. Topics include: creating and saving documents; inserting and deleting text; editing text; formatting text; printing documents; preparing envelopes and labels; formatting manuscripts with headers, footers, and learning keyboard and mouse shortcuts.Prerequisite: OFS 101  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 167 - Microsoft Word II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course introduces the advanced features and capabilities of Microsoft Word. It includes mail merges, styles, charts, outlines, specialized tables and indexes, templates, and online fill-in forms. This courseware is approved by the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) program. Upon successful completion of this course, the student may be prepared to pass an optional test for certification.Prerequisite: OFS 166  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 180 - Records Management

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Course focuses on identifying, classifying, and preserving records.Prerequisite: OFS 102  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 201 - Office Procedures

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    A sophomore-level course designed to develop a better understanding of the role and responsibilities of the office professional. The student will learn about effective communication skills, organizational and stress management skills, human relations skills, career planning, professional organizations, ethics, and records management. Capstone course preferably taken last semester.Prerequisite: OFS 102  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 204 - Legal Terminology and Documents

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course covers the legal vocabulary with which court reporters and legal secretaries come in contact in many areas of the law in their professional lives. Civil and criminal litigation sequence is stressed as well as client and court documents.

  
  • OFS 210 - Medical Administrative Procedures

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills necessary for success in the medical administrative office.Prerequisite: OFS 166 .

  
  • OFS 219 - Advanced Visual Layout

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course is designed to improve the students’ skills using QuarkXPress. The student will learn about advanced functions, features, tools, and techniques and how to apply them to the production of professional-quality designs, publications, and documents.Prerequisite: OFS 119 .

  
  • OFS 220 - Advanced Image Manipulation

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Students will learn advanced techniques and functions of Adobe Photoshop, including advanced layering, color correcting, and retouching. Students will create complex composite images and original artwork.Prerequisite: OFS 120 .

  
  • OFS 230 - Advanced Visual Illustrations

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    Students will learn the advanced features of the Adobe Illustrator application software creating advanced designs while working with masks, blends, gradient meshes, patterns, and advanced brush techniques.Prerequisite: OFS 130 .

  
  • OFS 240 - Fundamentals of Print & Digital Media

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    This course will show the student how to make print-ready files on time at the highest possible quality while staying within a budget by optimizing his workstation, establishing font and file management workflows, developing a strategy for file transport and storage, properly planning and managing the project, mastering graphics programs, and understanding the complexities of color workflow.Prerequisite: OFS 120 , OFS 130 , and one of the following page-layout programs: OFS 118 , OFS 119 , or OFS 128  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 290 - Internship

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-4-4 (variable credit)
    Students gain on-the-job training related to their career goals in a structured environment supervised by employers and JJC faculty.Prerequisite: Consent of department

  
  • OFS 292 - Portfolio for Visual Graphics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    This course provides learning through development of a portfolio. A well-prepared portfolio provides evidence of the students’ accomplishments, skills and abilities.Prerequisite: Consent of department.

  
  • OFS 295 - Professional Secretary Prep I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The Certified Professional Prep course provides valuable assistance to anyone preparing for the CPS examination. The series focuses on key topics test-takers must know in order to pass the exam. It is the only examination preparation series produced in conjunction with the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP). The format of each manual in the series guides administrative professionals in effective study techniques and relevant information to help the candidate prepare for the CPS examination.Prerequisite: Consent of department.

  
  • OFS 296 - Professional Secretary Prep II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    The Certified Professional Prep II course provides valuable assistance to anyone preparing for the CPS and CAP Examinations. The series focuses on key topics test takers must know in order to pass the exam. It is the only examination preparation series produced in conjunction with the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP). The format of each manual in the series guides administrative professionals in effective study techniques and relevant information to help the candidate prepare for the CPS and CAP examination.Prerequisite: OFS 295  or consent of department.

  
  • OFS 299 - Special Topics in OFS

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-4-(variable credit)
    A course for the student with advanced preparation to become involved in an extensive project. The nature of the project is determined by a full-time faculty member. The project may include research, learning new software, or a combination that will contribute meaningfully to the education of the student. (May be repeated three times for credit.)Prerequisite: Consent of department.


Occupational and Public Safety

  
  • OPS 095 - Heavy Equipment Safety

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    This course explores the skills needed to safely operate heavy equipment in a proficient and professional manner. Equipment safety for the operator is essential in providing stability on a construction site. Safety procedures for various categories of equipment will be detailed and demonstrated during practical exercises. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.Prerequisite: CTOP 090  and acceptance into the Operators Apprenticeship program or consent of department.


  
  • OPS 111 - OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    This construction safety course provides basic safety training to the student preparing for a career in the construction industry. This course is the primary basic training program of the OSHA Outreach Training Program.

  
  • OPS 121 - OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Certification

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: .5-0-.5
    This course provides training relating to the OSHA regulations that require that all powered industrial truck operators are trained, evaluated and certified before they operate a powered industrial truck (forklift). This two-part course covers training requirements as prescribed by the general industry and construction standard in OSHA.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Operators Apprenticeship program or consent of department.

  
  • OPS 125 - OSHA Training

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    Provides continued development of the basic skills and knowledge required for working under OSHA guidelines on a job site. Health hazards, safety rules/regulations, and other related topics are covered and discussed. Various operating theories and processes relating to powered industrial trucks are taught using OSHA regulations and guidelines. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.Prerequisite: CTOP 110  and acceptance into the Operators Apprenticeship program or consent of department.

  
  • OPS 131 - OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    This construction safety course provides advanced safety training that will prepare the student to apply safety from a managerial viewpoint. This course is the primary training program of the OSHA Outreach Training Program for those having safety responsibilities.

  
  • OPS 165 - HAZWOPER Training

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-1-2.5
    This course provides training for the 40-Hour General Site Worker course and meets or exceeds the minimum criteria suggested by the National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and in accordance with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120(e). HAZWOPER courses are designed for those who need training and certification to work at hazardous waste sites (CERCLA, RCRA or state or local government sites). This training includes hands-on practical exercises with respiratory protection, PPE and decontamination, which provide the student personal knowledge of the use and limitations of protective equipment used at hazmat sites.Prerequisite: CTOP 160  and acceptance into the Operators Apprenticeship program or consent of department.

  
  • OPS 168 - Disaster Site Worker Training

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
    This course provides training for disaster site workers who provide skilled support services (e.g. utility, demolition, debris removal, or heavy equipment operation) or site clean-up services in response to natural and man-made disasters. Specifically, it is recognized that all workers at disaster sites need to be aware of the differences between disaster sites and regular construction or demolition worksites and be able to inspect, don, and doff air-purifying respirators. Also, the program will make management and labor aware that pre-incident training is essential for ensuring disaster site worker safety and health.Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Operators Apprenticeship program or consent of department.

  
  • OPS 299 - Selected Topics in Safety

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-3-3 (variable credit)
    A course for students to pursue a course of study in safety or safety related topics. The topic of the course will be determined by a full-time faculty member and the students or industry. Emphasis will be based on developing safety skills and exploring safety concepts that will keep students current with the industry safety standard.


Orthotics and Prosthetics

  
  • OPT 100 - Introduction to Orthotics and Prosthetics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    The course is designed to familiarize students with the profession of orthotics and prosthetics. Emphasis will be placed on professional practice and the role of the technician. The course will also include laboratory projects to introduce students to basic skills and knowledge they require to become orthotic prosthetic technicians. Requirements for certification as well as job placement opportunities will be covered. This introductory course will consist of lecture, laboratory and projects designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the profession.

  
  • OPT 101 - Pedorthics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate foot orthosis inserts, perform orthopedic shoe modifications, and fabricate foot orthoses/prostheses below or at the ankle joint. Foot and ankle skeletal structures and biomechanical principles of foot orthoses and partial foot prostheses are also integrated throughout the course.Prerequisite: OPT 100 .

  
  • OPT 102 - Spinal Orthotics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate plastic and metal spinal orthoses. Spinal structures and biomechanical principles of spinal orthoses are also integrated throughout the course. Interpretation and application of spinal orthometry will be covered. Variations of spinal orthoses will also be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 100 .

  
  • OPT 103 - Lower Extremity Orthotics II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate plastic and metal ankle foot orthoses. Foot and ankle skeletal structures and biomechanical principles of ankle foot orthoses are also integrated throughout the course. Interpretation and application of ankle-foot orthometry will be covered. Variations of ankle-foot orthoses will also be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 101 .

  
  • OPT 104 - Lower Extremity Orthotics III

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate plastic and metal knee-ankle-foot orthoses. Foot, ankle and knee skeletal structures and biomechanical principles of knee-ankle-foot orthoses are also integrated throughout the course. Interpretation and application of knee-ankle-foot orthometry will be covered. Variations of knee-ankle-foot orthoses will also be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 103 .

  
  • OPT 105 - Upper Extremity Orthotics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-4-3
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate plastic and metal upper extremity orthoses. Upper extremity skeletal structures and biomechanical principles of upper extremity orthoses are also integrated throughout the course. Interpretation and application of upper extremity orthometry will be covered. Variations of upper extremity orthoses will also be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 100 .

  
  • OPT 106 - Orthotic Prosthetic Skill Development

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    (Pending ICCB approval)
    The course is designed to develop the necessary skills to perform basic technological processes within the profession of orthotics and prosthetics. Emphasis will be placed upon the following basic skills; Plaster work, plastic fabrication, both thermosetting and thermoformed, concepts of metal contouring, leather working including sewing concepts, and finishing skills. The course will include laboratory projects to introduce students to basic skills and knowledge they require to become orthotic prosthetic technicians. Fundamentals of the use of various fixtures and alignment devices specific to orthotics and prosthetics will be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 100 .

  
  • OPT 107 - Orthotic Prosthetic Biomaterials

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    (Pending ICCB approval)
    The course is designed to develop the necessary knowledge of materials and biomaterials utilized in prosthetic and orthotic fabrication. Emphasis will be placed upon characteristics of materials and their application in fabrication techniques.Prerequisite: OPT 100 .

  
  • OPT 195 - Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Experience

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-8-4
    The course is designed to familiarize students with the profession of orthotics and prosthetics and apply knowledge and skills in the work setting. Work experience in dealing with the fabrication of orthoses will be emphasized. Students will be mentored by practitioners in the field and are required to perform tasks as described in the clinical affiliation agreement.Prerequisite: OPT 102 

  
  • OPT 200 - Transtibial Prosthetics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate transtibial prostheses. Impression procedures, interface materials, foot and ankle mechanisms, alignment and transtibial design variations will be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 100 .

  
  • OPT 201 - Transfemoral Prosthetics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate transfemoral prostheses. Impression procedures, interface materials, knee mechanisms, alignment and transfemoral design variations will be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 200 .

  
  • OPT 202 - Transradial Transhumeral Prosthetics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-4-4
    The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fabricate transradial and transhumeral prostheses. Impression procedures, interface materials, upper extremity prosthetic components, alignment and socket design variations will be covered.Prerequisite: OPT 100 .

  
  • OPT 295 - Orthotics/Prosthetics Clinical Experience II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-8-4
    The course is designed to familiarize students with the profession of orthotics and prosthetics and apply knowledge and skills in the work setting. Work experience in dealing with the fabrication of prostheses will be emphasized. Students will be mentored by practitioners in the field and are required to perform tasks as described in the clinical affiliation agreement.Prerequisite: OPT 102 , OPT 200 , OPT 202  and MFG 101 .

  
  • OPT 299 - Selected Topics in OPT

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-4-4
    (Pending ICCB approval)
    The course is designed for students with advanced standing to pursue a specific orthotic or prosthetic project. A full time faculty member and the student will determine the nature of the project, the feasibility of the project and the desired outcome of the project. The course will keep students up to date with the latest technology and advances in the profession.Prerequisite: Consent of department.


Pharmacy Technician

  
  • PHAR 100 - Professional Pharmacy Technician

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
    The professional pharmacy technician course (MRxI) is an introductory course designed to teach students the fundamentals and specifics of becoming a pharmacy technician.Concurrent: OFS 101  and MGMT 102 .


Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H4 900
    An introductory course in philosophy, which analyzes its essential elements and problems, namely epistemology, the nature of the mind, the mind-body problem, philosophy of religion, freedom vs. determinism, and moral philosophy.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .

  
  • PHIL 102 - History of Philosophy

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H4 901
    This course is an introduction to the history of philosophy, beginning with the pre-Socratics and concluding with 20th century philosophers. Special emphasis is given to the causal relationships among major philosophers and their systematic philosophies.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .

  
  • PHIL 103 - Introduction to Ethics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H4 904
    This is an introductory course in ethical behavior that deals with the general scope of ethics and ethical theories. Attention is given to present-day ethical issues.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .

  
  • PHIL 104 - Introduction to Logic

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: H4 906
    This course is designed to introduce students to the art and science of reasoning, which has engaged the human mind for millennia, ever since logic was formalized by Aristotle. The course will familiarize students with a discipline that is a backbone to every other science and guide them into an arena of rigorous analysis of logical arguments, including the nature and evaluation of deductive syllogisms and inductive inferences, the language and meaning of formal and informal fallacies, and the role of critical thinking.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 .


Physical Education

 A total of four hours credit of HPR courses as listed below can be applied toward credit for graduation.

HPR 101 , HPR 105 , HPR 106 , HPR 107 , HPR 108 , HPR 117 , HPR 118 , HPR 120 , HPR 121 , HPR 124 , HPR 126 , HPR 129 .

  
  • HPR 101 - Fitness Center

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    A Total Fitness Center has been established with a unique, nationally recognized program for the establishment and maintenance of a high level of personal fitness for all states of conditions and age groups. Improvement and maintenance of strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, body composition, and nutrition are goals of the center. Activity classes in yoga, pilates, older adult wellness and other group exercise sessions are included. First-time participants must enroll in an orientation session. (May be repeated three times for credit.)

  
  • HPR 105 - Tennis I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    A brief resume of the history, equipment and facilities, terminology, rules, and game explanation necessary for recreational tennis and to profit from advanced instruction.

  
  • HPR 106 - Tennis II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class containing a review and refinement of skills learned in Tennis I with an emphasis on singles and doubles strategy and more time playing games.

  
  • HPR 107 - Golf I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class in rules and basic skills of golf.

  
  • HPR 108 - Golf II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class containing review and refinement of skills learned in Golf I with emphasis on strategy of match play

  
  • HPR 117 - Men’s Conditioning I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class in the introduction and use of basic weight training and sports-specific conditioning techniques.

  
  • HPR 118 - Men’s Conditioning II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class in the continuation of weight training and conditioning learned in HPR 117 . Emphasis on sport-specific conditioning.

  
  • HPR 120 - Women’s Conditioning I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class in the introduction and use of basic weight training and sports-specific conditioning techniques. (May be repeated three times for credit.)

  
  • HPR 121 - Women’s Conditioning II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class in the continuation of weight training and conditioning learned in HPR 120 . Emphasis on sport-specific training.

  
  • HPR 122 - Dance Techniques I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Basic performance techniques and appreciation in contemporary dance, including fundamentals of ballet, jazz and modern dance. Course may be repeated up to two credit hours. Class attire obtained after first class.

  
  • HPR 124 - Aerobic Dance

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Activity course designed to improve cardiovascular fitness; offered through the JJC Fitness Center. Includes a variety of aerobic activities including step aerobics, Nordic walking and aerobic circuit training.

  
  • HPR 126 - Walking/Low-Impact Aerobics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Activity course designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and general body tone offered through the JJC Fitness Center.

  
  • HPR 128 - Introduction to Fitness Center Techniques I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-2-2
    An introduction to the strength and non-strength testing techniques and the procedures for operating a health/fitness center. The theories and methods of these techniques and procedures will be introduced. The teaching of skills, organization and methods are presented.

  
  • HPR 129 - Canoeing

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Laboratory class in the skills required for recreational canoeing. A weekend trip is taken at the completion of the course.

  
  • HPR 135 - Cycling

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Activity course designed to improve cardiovascular fitness; indoor cycling class featuring Spinning program.

  
  • HPR 202 - Wellness Concepts

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course teaches students not only HOW to exercise properly, but also teaches them WHY exercise and fitness are important and how to determine WHAT each person’s individual exercise and fitness needs are. Emphasis on the basic knowledge, understanding and value of physical activity is especially pertinent in view of the high incidence of hypokinetic disease in a sedentary society.

  
  • HPR 207 - First Aid

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-0-2
    Accident prevention and action to be taken in case of accident or sudden illness in the home, school and community. American Red Cross cards in CPR and first aid are available to students who successfully complete the program.

  
  • HPR 208 - Introduction to Athletic Training

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    An introduction to the career of athletic training. Explores the anatomy, signs, symptoms, rehabilitation, and prevention of athletic injuries. The student is to perform clinical observation in JJC athletic training room working with the college’s athletic teams as part of successful completion of the course. Practical application of the skills learned will be applied in class and in clinical hours.Prerequisite: HPR 207 .

  
  • HPR 209 - Football Coaching

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is designed to prepare a student to coach a football team. Areas covered are offensive and defensive philosophy, strategy, conditioning, psychology, scouting methods, and practice organization. Fundamentals of blocking and tackling are taught on the field under supervised conditions. Guest lectures are an integral part of the course.

  
  • HPR 213 - Basketball Coaching

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    This course is for students who want to learn the fundamentals of coaching basketball. It consists of both laboratory classes in skills, techniques and rules, and classroom lectures on coaching philosophy, strategy and psychology.

  
  • HPR 217 - Baseball Coaching

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    On-the-field participation in the fundamental skills and techniques of each position of a baseball team. Classroom work in strategy and rules.

  
  • HPR 219 - Track and Field Coaching

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    The study of the rules and coaching techniques of track and field events.

  
  • HPR 220 - Soccer Coaching

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 2-2-3
    On-the-field participation in the fundamental skills and techniques of soccer. Classroom work in strategy, rules, coaching techniques, and philosophy are included.

  
  • HPR 222 - Dance Techniques II

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 0-2-1
    Techniques for performance and appreciation in contemporary dance, including ballet, jazz, and modern. (May be repeated four times for credit.)Prerequisite: HPR 122  or consent of department required. HPR 122  may be taken concurrently.


Physical Science

  
  • PHSCI 125 - Life in the Universe

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
    IAI Code: P9 900
    This course will cover the nature of life as we know it on Earth, where else in our solar system life could possibly exist, whether life could exist on recently discovered planets that orbit other stars, whether we could live and travel in space. It will emphasize the fundamental principles of physics, astronomy, geology, chemistry and biology. It will also cover the philosophical importance of scientific discoveries and the impact of the discovery of life beyond Earth.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101  or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 ; and placement into MATH 094 , or minimum grade “C” in MATH 090 .


Physics

  
  • PHYS 100 - Basic Physics

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-2-4
    IAI Code: P1 900L
    This course provides an introduction to the basic principles and concepts of physics. It provides an overview in the areas of mechanics, heat, sound, properties of matter, electromagnetism, optics and atomic/nuclear physics, and applies insights gained to explain common experiences such as the color of the sky. Students are also introduced to the use of microcomputers in physics. This course is designed to transfer as a lab science. A student cannot receive credit for both PHYS 100 and PHYS 101  or PHYS 100 and PHYS 201 .Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 ; and placement into MATH 098 , or minimum grade “C” in MATH 094 .

  
  • PHYS 101 - General Physics I

    Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-3-5
    IAI Code: P1 900L
    An introduction to the central ideas, principles and relationships of matter and energy. These are applied to the phenomena of our environment through lectures, demonstrations and laboratory exercises. Topics normally covered are motion, gravitation, friction, work, energy, power, momentum, rotation, oscillatory motion, states of matter, and heat. Computer technology will be employed to collect, analyze and display data.Prerequisite: Placement into ENG 101 , or minimum grade “C” in ENG 021  and ENG 099 , or in ENG 095 /ENG 096 ; and appropriate placement score or minimum grade “C” in MATH 139 , which may be taken concurrently.

 

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