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Calhoun Community Collegeis accredited bythe Commission on Colleges of theSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools(1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501)to award Associate Degrees and Certificates

Member ofAmerican Association of Community CollegesAlabama College System

DECATUR CAMPUSP.O. Box 2216Decatur, AL 35609-2216Phone (256) 306-2500

CUMMINGS RESEARCH PARK CAMPUS102B Wynn DriveHuntsville, AL 35805(256) 890-4747

http://www.calhoun.edu

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CATALOG2004-2005AND STUDENT HANDBOOK

CALHOUNCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENTCalhoun Community College is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. The Collegedoes not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, or nationalorigin, or against qualified disabled persons, and it maintains an affirmative action program for protectedminorities and women.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENTCalhoun Community College has filed with the Federal Government an Assurance of Compliance with allrequirements imposed by or pursuant to Title Vl of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Regulation issuedthereunder, to the end that no person in the United States shall, on the basis of race, color or national origin,be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits thereof, or be otherwise subjected to discriminationunder any program or activity sponsored by this institution. It is also the policy of Calhoun to be in accor-dance that “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, bedenied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receivingFederal financial assistance.” The Title IX Coordinator for administrators, faculty, and staff is Ms. ShirleyHughes, Office of Human Resources, P.O. Box 2216, Decatur, Alabama 35609-2216; telephone (256) 306-2591. The Title IX Coordinator for students is Dr. Kermit Carter, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, P. O. Box2216, Decatur, Alabama 35609-2216; telephone (256) 306-2613.

In addition, the College does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its educational programs and activ-ities, pursuant to the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Public Law 93-112, andthe Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), Public Law 101-336. This policy extends to employmentby and admission to the college. The Section 504 Coordinator for administrators, faculty and staff is Ms.Shirley Hughes, Office of Human Resources, P.O. Box 2216, Decatur, AL 35609-2216; telephone (256) 306-2591. The Section 504 Coordinator for students is Dr. Kermit Carter, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, P.O.Box 2216, Decatur, AL 35609-2216; telephone (256) 306-2613 or 890-4700. The Assistant Dean forStudent Affairs is the ADA Coordinator for the College.

Persons or any specific class of individuals who believe they have been subjected to discrimination prohibit-ed by Titles Vl, IX, Section 504, ADA, or an Act or Regulation issued thereunder may, alone or with a repre-sentative, file with the United States Commissioner of Education or with this institution, or with both, a writ-ten complaint.

It is the intent of the compilers of this catalog that it contain policies, procedures, andguidelines adopted or approved by The State Board of Education of Alabama. Users arecautioned that changes in policies, procedures, and guidelines may have occurred sincethe publication of this material. In the event of such a conflict, the current statements ofBoard policy shall prevail.

Calhoun Community College engages in continual study on our effectiveness. Students may berequired to participate in tests/surveys or other activities as part of this process.

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Welcome to Calhoun Community College

HISTORY OF CALHOUN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Calhoun Community College is the result of the consolidation of the TennesseeValley State Technical School and John C. Calhoun State Technical Junior College. TheTennessee Valley State Technical School was instituted by the Wallace-PattersonTrade School Act of 1947. John C. Calhoun State Technical Junior College was estab-lished under the Alabama Trade School Authority Act of 1963. The two schools weremerged into a comprehensive institution to become John C. Calhoun State TechnicalJunior College and Technical School in September 1965. Both the Technical Schooland the Junior College are under the supervision of the Alabama State Board of Edu-cation. The president is directly responsible to the State Board through the Chan-cellor of the Department of Postsecondary Education. The present designation as acommunity college was formalized by a State Board of Education resolution of Sep-tember 23, 1973.

ALABAMA STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Governor Bob Riley .........................................President of the Board, MontgomeryMr. Randy McKinney ................................................................First District, MobileMrs. Betty Peters ................................................................Second District, OpelikaMrs. Stephanie W. Bell...................................................Third District, MontgomeryDr. Ethel H. Hall (Vice President of the Board) ....................Fourth District, FairfieldMrs. Ella Bell ...................................................................Fifth District, MontgomeryMr. David F. Byers...........................................................Sixth District, BirminghamMrs. Sandra Ray ..........................................................Seventh District, TuscaloosaDr. Mary Jane Caylor ........................................................Eighth District, Huntsville

Dr. Roy W. Johnson ................................................................................ChancellorThe Alabama College System

MARILYN C. BECKPresident

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ISSION/CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS

STATEMENT OF VALUES

We, the faculty and staff of Calhoun Community College, are dedicated to making a world-class institution.

First and foremost, we are committed to excellent teaching in a caring and nurturing environment. Webelieve in the highest quality educational experiences possible through continuous improvement of teach-ing, support services, equipment and facilities at all locations.

We believe that our students should be able to think critically, make good decisions, be creative, havestrong communication and computational skills and possess specific career knowledge. We believe in life-long learning and skills building to stay current, remain globally competitive, and accommodate continu-ous change.

We are committed to accessibility through flexible scheduling and cost effective programs at convenientlocations. We believe in providing educational and training opportunities for diverse clients, includingrecent high-school graduates, those of non-traditional college age, those with disabilities, and all racialand ethnic groups. Those we serve include local public school students, GED recipients, business, indus-tries and community organizations locally, nationally, and internationally.

We believe in teamwork, innovation, partnerships, rapid responsiveness, customization, and accountabilityin all that we do.

We believe in a democratic way of life that fosters broad access to educational opportunity and decision-making based on shared governance and vision.

We recognize our colleagues as valuable assets to our excellence.

MISSION STATEMENT

Calhoun Community College, a public comprehensive community college in north central Alabama, seeksto ensure the success of its students and clients through providing accessible quality educational opportu-nities, encouraging community involvement that provides sound resource development, promoting com-munity and economic development, encouraging dynamic organizational growth and involvement, andenhancing the quality of life for those it serves.

A PLAN FOR STUDENT SUCCESSInstitutional Priorities

1. Students2. Technology3. Building Community4. Preparing the Workforce5. Facilities

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2004-2005 CALENDARFall Semester 2004

Faculty Duty Days – 87 / Instructional Days – 78

Professional Development/Duty Day M Aug. 16 Aug. 12 7Duty Day T Aug. 17 Sept. 21 21Registration/Faculty Duty Day W Aug. 18 Oct. 21 21Registration/Faculty Duty Day Th Aug. 19 Nov. 19 16Duty Day F Aug. 20 Dec. 14 13Classes Begin M Aug. 23Holiday – Labor Day M Sept. 6 Total 87 78Holiday – Veterans’ Day Th Nov. 11State Professional Development/Duty Days M-T Nov. 22-23Faculty Duty Day W Nov. 24Holiday – Thanksgiving Th-F Nov. 25-26Finals M-F Dec. 13-17Grade Reporting/Duty Day M Dec. 20

Spring Semester 2005

Faculty Duty Days – 88 / Instructional Days – 81

Local Professional Development T Jan. 4Registration/Duty Day W Jan. 5 Jan. 19 15Registration/Duty Day Th Jan. 6 Feb. 20 20Duty Day F Jan. 7 Mar. 19 19Classes Begin M Jan. 10 Apr. 20 20Holiday - King/Lee M Jan. 17 May 10 7Spring Break M – F Mar. 28 – Apr. 1Classes Resume M Apr. 4 Total 88 81Final Exams W – T May 4 – 10Grading/Duty Day W May 11Grade Reporting/Duty Day Th May 12Graduation/Duty Day F May 13

Summer Semester 2005Faculty Duty Days – 54 / Instructional Days – 51

Registration/Duty Day M May 23 May 6 5Classes Begin T May 24 June 22 22Holiday/Memorial Day M May 30 July 20 20Holiday/Independence Day M July 4 Aug. 6 4Final Exams T – Th Aug. 2 – 4Grading/Duty Day F Aug. 5 Total 54 51Grade Reporting/Duty Day M Aug. 8

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Grand Totals

Faculty Duty Days and Instructional Days

Semester Faculty Duty Days Instructional Days

Fall 87 78Spring 88 81

Total 175 159

Summer 54 51

Grand Total 229 210

The college will be closed the following nine holidays:

Monday September 6, 2004 Labor DayThursday November 11, 2004 Veterans’ DayThursday November 25, 2004 Thanksgiving DayFriday November 26, 2004 Day after ThanksgivingFriday December 24, 2004 Christmas EveMonday December 27, 2004 Christmas Day (for Saturday, Dec. 25)Friday December 31, 2004 New Year’s Day (for Saturday, Jan. 1)Monday January 17, 2005 Martin Luther King/Robert E. LeeMonday May 30, 2005 Memorial DayMonday July 4, 2005 Independence Day

In addition, the college will be closed the following days:

Tuesday December 28, 2004Wednesday December 29, 2004Thursday December 30, 2004Thursday March 31, 2005Friday April 1, 2005

Non-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity Statements ..........................................................................2

Welcome ................................................................................3

Mission Statement .................................................................4

Calendar .................................................................................5

College Policies and Regulations............................................8Notice of Available Accommodations for

Students, Employees and Applicantswith Disabilities ..............................................................8

Student Responsibilities....................................................8Student Disciplinary Procedures .......................................9Student Grievance Procedures Involving

Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Rights of the Disabled ...........................................13

Campus Security/Police ..................................................15Student Identification Cards ............................................16Motor Vehicle Registration..............................................16

Admission Policies...............................................................17Student Records and Transcripts....................................21

Financial Information ...........................................................22Tuition/Fees.....................................................................22Business Office Hours.....................................................23Residency/Out-of-State and International Students.........23Financial Aid....................................................................24Bookstore........................................................................27Security/Police ................................................................28

Instructional Information and Regulations ...........................28Classification of Students................................................28Grading Policies ..............................................................29Academic Bankruptcy......................................................31Advanced Standing Credit ...............................................31Probation and Suspension ..............................................32Attendance Policies .........................................................33Recognition of Academic Excellence ...............................33Graduation ......................................................................33Degrees...........................................................................33Certificates ......................................................................34Honor Graduates .............................................................34Visiting Student Program................................................34Library Services ..............................................................34Child Development Center...............................................35

Student Affairs .....................................................................35Philosophy ......................................................................35Student Services .............................................................35Services for Special Student Populations........................36

Special Programs.................................................................38Adult Education ...............................................................38Cooperative Education ....................................................38Servicemembers’ Opportunity College ............................38Tech Prep........................................................................39Distance Education..........................................................39Weekend College.............................................................39

Campus Site Information .....................................................39Decatur Campus..............................................................39Huntsville/Research Park ................................................39Redstone Arsenal Site .....................................................40Limestone Correctional Facility .......................................40

Statewide Transfer and Articulation Reporting System (STARS) ..........................................................................40

Business and Industry Services ...........................................40

Academic Programs Index and CIP Codes ...........................42Electives (defined)...........................................................43General Education Requirements ....................................44Associate of Arts/Science Degrees..................................45

Accounting ...................................................................45Agricultural Science .....................................................45Art ................................................................................45Biological Science ........................................................46Business ......................................................................46Chemistry.....................................................................46Computer Information Systems ...................................47Criminal Justice ...........................................................47Child Development .......................................................47Elementary Teacher Education .....................................48English (Associate of Arts)...........................................49Family Financial Planning and Counseling....................49Fire Services Management ...........................................49General Education ........................................................50Health and Physical Education .....................................50Law/Pre-Law (Associate of Arts)..................................50Mathematics ................................................................50Medicine/Pre-Medicine or Pre-Dentistry ......................51Medicine/Pre-Veterinary Medicine................................51Music Education...........................................................51Nursing/Pre-Nursing ....................................................52Paralegal Studies .........................................................52Pharmacy/Pre-Pharmacy .............................................53Secondary Teacher Education ......................................53Theatre Arts .................................................................53

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Applied Degrees/Certificates ...........................................54Advanced Electronics Manufacturing ...........................54Aerospace Technology .................................................54Air Conditioning and Refrigeration ...............................55Barbering .....................................................................56Business Administration ..............................................56Child Development .......................................................60Computer Graphics ......................................................61Computer Information Systems ...................................62Cosmetology ................................................................65Dental Assisting ...........................................................66Design Drafting Technology .........................................68Electrical Technology ...................................................69Emergency Medical Services........................................70Fire Science..................................................................74Machine Tool Technology ............................................74Missile and Munitions Technology...............................77Music-Church Music ....................................................78Music Industry Communications .................................78Nursing ........................................................................78Paralegal Studies .........................................................85Photography and Film Communications ......................85Practical Nursing..........................................................85Process Technology.....................................................90Security........................................................................90Surgical Technology.....................................................90

Special Programs............................................................92Automotive Body Repair ..............................................92Automotive Mechanics.................................................93Carpentry .....................................................................93Design Drafting ............................................................93Horticulture ..................................................................95Masonry .......................................................................95Upholstery....................................................................95Welding........................................................................96

Course Descriptions.............................................................97Course Prefixes ...............................................................98Credit Hour Equivalencies ...............................................99

Administration/Faculty/Staff ...............................................203

Campus Maps ....................................................................210

Index ..................................................................................212

Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of theAlabama College System.................................................216

Student Handbook .............................................................217

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COLLEGE POLICIES AND REGULATIONS



NOTICE OF AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS,EMPLOYEES, AND APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES.Calhoun Community College does not discriminate on the basis ofdisability in admitting students to, providing access to, or in the oper-ations of its programs, services, or activities, or in its hiring oremployment practices.

Questions, concerns, complaints, requests for information, orrequests for the provision of reasonable accommodations to personswith disabilities should be directed to Calhoun Community College’sADA Compliance Coordinator, whose name, address, and phonenumber are shown below:

Dr. Kermit CarterAssistant Dean for Student AffairsWallace Administration Building, Room A101P.O. Box 2216Decatur, Alabama 35609-2216Phone: (256) 306-2613Fax Number: (256) 306-2885Office Hours: 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., Monday-Friday

Students who need auxiliary aids for effective communication in par-ticipating in the programs and services of Calhoun CommunityCollege should make these needs known to the ADA ComplianceCoordinator or designee.

This notice is provided pursuant to the requirements of theAmericans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It is also available in largerprint, on audio tape, and in braille from the ADA ComplianceCoordinator.

Student Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct Expectations

The College assumes that entering students are adults who have devel-oped mature behavior patterns, positive attitudes, and conduct abovereproach. Students are treated in accordance with this belief. The col-lege reserves the right to dismiss any student whose on- or off- cam-pus behavior is considered undesirable or harmful to the College.

Children are not allowed to attend classes with students or faculty.No minors should be left unattended in any building of CalhounCommunity College.

No animal or pet may be brought on campus. Exceptions to this policyinclude guide dogs for the disabled, laboratory animals, and animals tobe used for previously-approved instructional or special programs.

DRUG POLICY

In compliance with the Drug Free Schools and Communities ActAmendment passed by the U.S. Congress in 1989, CalhounCommunity College has adopted and implemented a program to pre-

vent the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol by students andemployees. This publication contains information concerning stan-dards of conduct – legal sanctions, health risks, available treatmentand disciplinary sanctions for violations of the policy.

Drug Policy Standards of Conduct and Enforcement Thereof

Calhoun Community College is a public educational institution of theState of Alabama and, as such, shall not permit on its premises, or atany activity which it sponsors, the possession, use, or distribution ofany alcoholic beverage or any illicit drug by any student, employee, orvisitor. In the event of the confirmation of such prohibited posses-sion, use, or distribution by a student or employee, CalhounCommunity College shall, within the scope of applicable Federal andState due process requirements, take such administrative or discipli-nary action as is appropriate. For a student, the disciplinary actionmay include, but shall not be limited to, suspension or expulsion. Foran employee, such administrative or disciplinary action may include,but shall not be limited to, reprimand, or suspension or terminationof employment, or requirement that the employee participate inand/or successfully complete an appropriate rehabilitation program.Any visitor engaging in any act prohibited by this policy shall becalled upon to immediately cease such behavior. If any employee,student or visitor shall engage in any behavior prohibited by this poli-cy which is also a violation of Federal, State, or local law or ordi-nance, that employee, student, or visitor shall be subject to referral tolaw enforcement officials for arrest and prosecution.

Legal Sanctions

There are legal sanctions on the local, State, and Federal levelsregarding unlawful use, possession, and distribution of alcoholic bev-erages and illicit drugs. An outline of these sanctions is currentlypublished in a document titled “Legal Actions Regarding UnlawfulUse, Possession, or Distribution of Alcoholic Beverages and IllicitDrugs.” Copies of this document can be found in the Albert P.Brewer Library, the Office of the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs,and in all counselors’ offices at the Decatur campus and the exten-sion sites.

A. CODE OF CONDUCT

All students of Calhoun Community College shall be expected to con-duct themselves in an honorable, ethical fashion. However, in theevent of proven misconduct, appropriate disciplinary action will betaken. The following sections address the Student Code of Conduct,as well as the College’s disciplinary procedures.

Misconduct Defined. A student shall be subject to disciplinary actionby the College, up to and including dismissal, for misconduct on anyproperty owned or controlled by the College, or off campus at anyfunction which is authorized, sponsored, or conducted by the Collegeor in parking lots adjacent to areas or buildings where College func-tions are being conducted. Such misconduct shall include the com-mission of, the attempt to commit, or the solicitation of any of thefollowing offenses:

1. Any form of dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism, or fur-nishing false information to the College.

Cheating is defined, for academic purposes, to include, but notbe limited to, the use of unauthorized aids (such as crib sheetsor other items such as written materials; drawings; lab reports;discarded computer printouts, stored information, or programs);unauthorized assistance on take-home exams or projects; copy-

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ing, or copying from, another student’s work; soliciting, provid-ing, and/or receiving any unauthorized aid or assistance(whether orally or in writing); or similar or equivalent acts con-trary to the principles of academic honesty.

Plagiarism is defined to include the act of using in one’s work, oras one’s work, the work of another without clearly indicating thatthe work is someone else’s and stating the source of the other’swork.

2. Forgery, alteration, or misuse of College documents, records oridentification.

3. *Intoxication from, or the use, display, or possession of, alco-holic beverages or any controlled substance (drug), as outlinedby the Code of Alabama, unless the student has a valid prescrip-tion for the use of the respective controlled substance.

4. Use, possession, or distribution of firearms, ammunition, fire-works, or any type of explosive or incendiary device or material.Only duly constituted law enforcement officers may possessfirearms on campus.

5. Disorderly or disruptive conduct, including rioting, inciting toriot, assembling to riot, raiding, inciting to raid, and assemblingto raid college properties. This offense also includes in-classbehavior, which, in the opinion of the respective instructor,unduly disrupts the order of a class.

6. Lewd, indecent, obscene, or unduly offensive behavior orexpression. This offense includes, but is not limited to, the usageof verbal or symbolic expressions, which would tend to be rea-sonably interpreted as insulting to one’s race, gender, religion,age, national origin, or disability.

7. Participation in any form of gambling.

8. Unauthorized entry to College facilities.

9. Unauthorized possession of a key to College facilities.

10. Unauthorized interference with the use of or access to a Collegefacility.

11. *Theft of, or intentional damage to, property of the College or tothe property of any member of the College community or visitorto the College.

12. *Intentional misuse of any College fire alarm or fire-fightingequipment.

13. *Actual or threatened physical abuse of any person, includinghazing or any other act, which would tend to endanger the healthor safety of any person.

14. *Failure to promptly comply with directions of College officialsor law enforcement officers acting in the performance of theirduties as such officials and officers.

15. The wearing of attire which, in the opinion of the administrationof the College, is lewd or immodest to the extent that it wouldtend to disrupt the educational process and/or infringe upon therights of any other student or employee of the College.

16. Violation of any College policy or regulation as published orreferred to in the College catalog or student handbook, including,but not limited to, those governing the time, place and manner ofpublic expression; the registration of student organizations; anduse of parking of motor vehicles on the campus.

17. Violation of any Federal, State, or local law or ordinance.

*The commission of any of these particular offenses will subjectthe student to immediate, automatic disciplinary suspension orexpulsion from the College, if the Assistant Dean for Student Affairshas probable cause to believe that the respective student commit-ted such an offense. In such case, the Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs will set a hearing for the earliest reasonable date after thealleged occurrence of the violation.

B. STUDENT DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES

Students are guaranteed procedural due process in all cases involvingformal discipline charges. College disciplinary procedures aredesigned to assure a student’s right to procedural and substantivedue process and to the fullest extent feasible, safeguard personal andconfidential information concerning the student.

Disciplinary Action by Instructor. With regard to a matter of academ-ic dishonesty in taking a College course, the College’s respective fac-ulty members are authorized to administer certain appropriate disci-plinary action. If a given faculty member has substantive evidence of astudent’s having committed, attempted to commit, or solicited an actof cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty, thefaculty member shall have the authority to (1) impose a grade of “F”for the respective assignment or test; (2) impose an “F” for therespective course; (3) require that an assignment be redone or a testbe retaken; (4) impose other similar sanctions designed to preserveacademic integrity. The faculty member shall not have the right tosuspend or expel a student. That authority is reserved for theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs and the College DisciplinaryCommittee. If the faculty member believes that the improper conductshould be subject to greater punishment, or additional punishment,then the case should be referred to the Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs for disciplinary review.

In any situation where a student is alleged to have committed acade-mic dishonesty of any nature, the faculty member making the allega-tion shall, within three (3) business days after the alleged wrongfulact or the faculty member’s first knowledge of the act, give the stu-dent written notice of the allegation and give the student the opportu-nity to respond to each allegation made. The student shall have amaximum of (3) business days to respond to any allegation made.No disciplinary grade imposed by a faculty member shall be consid-ered final unless and until the student has been given written notice ofthe alleged wrongdoing and the opportunity to respond. It is not nec-essary that the student give a response for a grade to be finalized,only that the student has been given an opportunity to respond andthat the instructor give due consideration to any response which ismade. Each instructor shall keep a confidential file of any and all writ-ten allegations of academic dishonesty and all actions taken withregard to such allegations.

Any student against whom a sanction is imposed by a faculty memberas a result of an allegation of academic dishonesty shall have the right

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to appeal the sanction to the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. Theappeal must be filed with the Assistant Dean within five (5) businessdays after the student is first made aware of the date that the decisionhas been made to impose a sanction and must include: (1) a copy ofthe faculty member’s written allegation of academic dishonesty; (2) astatement of the sanction imposed; (3) the dates on which the stu-dent received the written allegation and on which the studentresponded to the allegation; (4) the nature of the student’s responseto the faculty member concerning the allegation; and (5) the rationalefor the appeal of the sanction. The student shall have the option ofadmitting to the Assistant Dean the act of academic dishonesty andproposing an alternative sanction.

The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs shall, within fifteen (15) busi-ness days after receipt of the appeal, issue a report by which theAssistant Dean will (1) affirm the sanction; (2) overrule the sanction;or (3) modify the sanction. The Assistant Dean shall not overrule ormodify any sanction imposed by a faculty member except wherethere is a compelling and substantial academic or legal reason fordoing so.

The decision of the Assistant Dean shall be final and binding as toeach party, and any grade affected by the Assistant Dean’s decisionshall be recorded so as to reflect the Assistant Dean’s decision.

Disciplinary Action by Assistant Dean or Disciplinary Committee.With regard to all alleged violations of the Student Code of Conductother than those handled at the faculty level, the Assistant Dean forStudent Affairs shall have the authority to make disciplinary decisionsat the administrative level and shall refer appropriate appeals to theCollege Disciplinary Committee who shall ensure that the fundamen-tal elements of due process are followed through a fair and reason-able hearing. The Assistant Dean shall also have the discretion ofreferring a case to the Disciplinary Committee for the initial hearing.The Assistant Dean shall maintain appropriate records of all reportsof student misconduct and all disciplinary proceedings.

Alleged violations of College regulations must be filed, within sixty(60) calendar days of their respective occurrence or the first discov-ery of their occurrence, in writing with the Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs in order to initiate a disciplinary review. Any student, facultymember, or staff member may register a complaint with the AssistantDean for Student Affairs. The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs willthen inform the accused in writing, will request a conference, and willrender a decision to the student regarding the case in question. Thedecision will be one or more of the following:

1. Find the accused not guilty and dismiss the case.

2. Refer the student to a counselor for personalized assistance.

3. Find the student guilty as charged and apply the appropriatepenalty stated under “Disciplinary Actions.”

4. Refer the case directly to the College Disciplinary Committee fora hearing and determination as to disciplinary action.

Upon communicating his/her decision to the student, the AssistantDean for Student Affairs will also explain the student’s right to appealto the Disciplinary Committee any disciplinary action imposed by theAssistant Dean. If the student wishes to appeal a decision by theAssistant Dean, he/she must file a written request, stating the rea-son(s) for the appeal, with the Assistant Dean for Student Affairswithin 48 hours. The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs will then have

48 hours to refer the case to the Disciplinary Committee along withhis/her recommendation for disciplinary action. The Committee willschedule and conduct a hearing under the guidelines specified in“Hearing Procedures,” and will submit its decision in writing to theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs and the accused student.

College Disciplinary Committee. Recognizing the right of studentsto be granted due process in all matters of a disciplinary nature, theCollege assures due process through the authority and activities ofthe College Disciplinary Committee.

The College Disciplinary Committee shall consist of three (3) mem-bers of the administration, faculty, library or counseling staff,appointed by the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. (At least two ofthe three should be teaching faculty and two students appointed bythe President of the Student Government Association in consultationwith the Student Activities Facilitator). If the Committee is selected ata time when there is no sitting SGA President, or when the SGAPresident is unavailable, then the two students shall be selected bythe Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.

The purposes of the Disciplinary Committee are as follows:

1. Hear charges and evidence concerning alleged student miscon-duct and direct action to be taken in cases appealed by studentsreferred to the Committee by the Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs.

2. Impose appropriate disciplinary action when such action is war-ranted by evidence presented in a disciplinary hearing.

3. Review and make recommendations to the Assistant Dean forStudent Affairs on student disciplinary policies and procedures.

HEARING PROCEDURES

Each party to a disciplinary hearing shall be given prior written noticeby the Chairperson of the Disciplinary Committee of the date, time,and place of the hearing. Whenever feasible, this notice shall be atleast 72 hours in advance. The notice will be by personal service orcertified mail. If the Committee determines that a party is intentionallyavoiding service, the Committee may elect to hold the hearing in theabsence of such party upon a majority vote of the Committee mem-bers.

Attendance at Hearing.

1. Disciplinary Committee hearings shall be private and confiden-tial and will be limited to persons officially involved. Personspresent shall include Disciplinary Committee members, theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs or his/her designee, the stu-dent who is the subject of the hearing and his/her advisor,appropriate staff members, a recorder, and witnesses for bothparties. Nonparty witnesses will be present only when givingtestimony. The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, or his/herdesignee, shall be responsible for preparing and presenting theCollege’s case. NOTE: All references in these hearing proce-dures to the “Assistant Dean for Student Affairs” shall also applyto any designee of the Assistant Dean.

2. The student shall have the right to have one advisor, who maybe, but does not have to be, an attorney, present during thehearing. The advisor may not address the hearing to give evi-

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dence on behalf of the student. In answering or asking ques-tions, the student may seek advice from the advisor before pro-ceeding.

3. In the event that a disciplinary hearing is scheduled for a stu-dent, and the student has been made aware of the date, time,and place, but fails to appear at the hearing, the hearing may beconducted in the student’s absence.

4. The hearing will be recorded by either a certified court reporteror on audio or videotape. The record of the hearing, including acopy of all evidence offered, whether admitted or not, will befiled in the office of the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs andwill be kept confidential.

Order of Hearing.

1. Opening remarks by the Chairperson of the DisciplinaryCommittee.

2. Review of charges and any action previously taken in the case bythe Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.

3. Opening statement by Assistant Dean or his/her designee (notmore than ten minutes).

4. Opening statement of not more than ten minutes by the accusedstudent.

5. Presentations of evidence by the parties, including testimonyand questioning of witnesses. Witnesses for the College will pre-sent testimony first. Following the testimony of all College wit-nesses, the student may call his/her witnesses. Both parties tothe action and the members of the Disciplinary Committee havethe right to question all witnesses. The Committee shall not havethe authority to compel an accused student to testify againsthimself/herself; but the Committee may take the failure of thestudent to testify when deliberating the evidence.

6. Closing statement (not to exceed 20 minutes) by the student.

7. Closing statement (not to exceed 20 minutes) by the AssistantDean for Student Affairs.

8. Deliberation by the Disciplinary Committee.

9. Report of Committee Findings.

The Disciplinary Committee will conduct its deliberation in closed andconfidential session and, after reaching its decision, will orally informthe parties of the decision. Each party will subsequently be provided awritten rendition of the findings of the Committee.

Prior to beginning any hearing, the Disciplinary Committee shall makean assessment as to what would be a reasonable amount of time tobe allotted for a hearing and may limit the time for any or all aspectsof the hearing so as to conform to the allotted time.

Rules of Evidence.

The evidentiary standard to be used by the Committee shall be the“Preponderance of Evidence” standard, rather than the “Beyond aReasonable Doubt” standard. That is to say that the Committee shalldetermine, strictly upon the evidence presented, whether it was more

likely than not that the allegation(s) made against the accused studentwas (were) true in terms of which of the evidence was more credibleand convincing to the reasonable mind.

The Committee shall inform the parties that the rules relating to theadmissibility of evidence shall be similar to, but less stringent than,those which apply to civil trials in the courts of Alabama. Generallyspeaking, irrelevant or immaterial evidence and privileged information(such as personal medical information or attorney-client communica-tions) shall be excluded. However, hearsay evidence and unauthorizeddocumentary evidence may be admitted if the hearing chairpersondetermines that the evidence offered is of the type and nature com-monly relied upon or taken into consideration by a responsible, pru-dent person in conducting his/her affairs.

In the event of an objection by any party to any testimony or otherevidence offered at the hearing, the chairperson shall have the author-ity to rule on the admissibility of the evidence, and this ruling shall befinal and binding.

Disciplinary Action

The following disciplinary actions will be administered according tothe severity of the infraction as determined by the Assistant Dean forStudent Affairs and/or the Disciplinary Committee:

1. Disciplinary Reprimand. This may be an oral or written warning.It notifies a student that any further violation of College regulationsmay subject the student to more severe disciplinary actions.

2. Disciplinary Probation. This is designated to encourage andrequire a student to cease and desist from violating college regula-tions. Students on probation are notified in writing that any furthermisbehavior on their part will lead to more severe action.

Disciplinary Probation will be for the remainder of the existing semes-ter and for all of the following semesters of attendance.

3. Disciplinary Suspension. This excludes a student from theCollege for a designated period of time, usually not more than twosemesters. While on suspension, a student will not be allowed to takeany course at the College. At the end of the designated period of time,the student must make formal reapplication for admission.

4. Class Suspension. A student may be suspended from attendingone or more specified courses for improper behavior. Class suspen-sions are for the remainder of the semester, and the student will beassigned a letter grade of “F” for each course from which he/she issuspended.

5. Library Suspension. A student may be suspended from using thelibrary for improper or disruptive behavior in the library. Library sus-pension will be for a period of time not to exceed the remainder of thesemester.

6. Disciplinary Expulsion. This is the strongest disciplinary action.This category of severe penalty generally indicates the recipient maynot return to the College. Disciplinary expulsion normally would bethe least-used disciplinary action and would be applied only to stu-dents who are guilty of chronic misbehavior or a major breach of con-duct. The College reserves the right, but has no duty, to lift the proba-tion against re-enrollment upon its consideration of a written applica-tion for readmission evidencing that the student has demonstrated anability and readiness to comply with all College rules and regulations.

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The College will not consider such a request until at least one yearfrom the date of expulsion.

7. Payment of Damages. Payment will be assessed against a givenstudent or students for the amount necessary to repair damagecaused by student or students’ behavior.

Factual findings of the Disciplinary Committee shall be deemed cor-rect and shall not be subject to appeal. Nor shall disciplinary actionsimposed by the Disciplinary Committee be subject to appeal, exceptupon a written demonstration to the President of the College that theCommittee: (1) was not formed in accordance with the above-described selection process or (2) acted blatantly contrary to theabove-stated provisions for disciplinary action in terms of the typeand/or severity of punishment imposed. In any case where thePresident determines that either of the two foregoing conditions waspresent, the President shall have the discretion of either affirming thedisciplinary action, reversing the action, or dismissing in part andaffirming in part the subject disciplinary action.

A disciplinary suspension or expulsion shall not result in a notationon a student’s permanent record. A notice that a student is currentlyon suspension or expulsion and ineligible to return to the Collegeuntil a certain date shall be attached to the student’s file. In the eventthat the student becomes eligible to re-enroll, the notice shall beremoved.

COMPUTER USE POLICY

Calhoun Community College has a specific computer use policy.Students are expected to know the policy and to strictly follow saidpolicy. Any student who violates that policy will be formally chargedin writing by the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

Individuals are Fully Responsible for their own actions while usingCalhoun Community College’s (Calhoun) “computer technology”(defined as Calhoun computers and computer-related equipment,programs, supplies, and network communications, including Internetaccess gained through Calhoun’s computer network). Users mustrespect the privacy and rights of others, and the integrity of both thehardware and software being used. Accordingly, users must assumeresponsibility for making the best possible use of access privilegesand for not abusing them. Employee questions concerning access,acceptable and unacceptable use, should be directed to the Directorof Information Technology. Student questions should be directed tothe appropriate instructor or the Campus Dean or designee.

Limited Access: Calhoun reserves the right to limit the access of anyand all employees to certain software programs or directories. Eachuser is provided with a certain access level. A user may not access acomputer without authorization or exceed authorized access. A user’sactivity is restricted to access of only those programs or directoriesin that user’s respective access level. Likewise, a user may not obtainaccess to another level by means of another user’s access. Any userwho exceeds his/her respective level, assists another user to gainaccess to an otherwise inaccessible level, or allows another user togain access to an otherwise inaccessible level will be held account-able for the violation of this policy. A user may not continue to enteran access level which was previously assigned to the user, but whichhas since been suspended, revoked, or otherwise continued.

No user may knowingly:

• Use either Calhoun computer technology or personal technologyto “break into” or “hack into” college or other computers andstorage devices for the purpose of reading, copying, deleting,modifying or distributing data and/or information of others, orany other purpose;

• Give passwords, access codes or other security level accessinformation to others;

• Share personal E-mail accounts.

Internet Access: Any employee or student access to the Internetthrough Calhoun’s computer network is limited to the acceptable useas set out below. Likewise, any employee or student who accessesthe Internet through Calhoun’s computer network for an unacceptableuse as defined above or causes an unacceptable result will be heldaccountable for the violation.

The use of the Internet must be in support of education, research,college-related service activities, or college administration and con-sistent with the mission of Calhoun Community College.Transmission of any material in violation of any federal or state regu-lation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrightedmaterial, threatening or obscene material, or material protected bytrade secret. Any use of the Internet through Calhoun’s computer net-work for political advertisement or political lobbying is also strictlyprohibited.

Users of the Internet through Calhoun’s computer network areexpected to abide by the rules of network etiquette. Any swearing,vulgarities or other inappropriate language is prohibited. Users arealso prohibited from revealing personal addresses or phone numbersof students or colleagues.

Users are hereby warned that electronic mail (e-mail) is not guaran-teed to be private. People who operate the system do have access toall mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may bereported to the authorities.

Acceptable Use: It is acceptable to use Calhoun computer technologyfor purposes relating directly to education, educational research, col-lege-related service activities, and administration of Calhoun.

Examples of acceptable use are:

• Using the software/hardware only in the condition and settingsprovided by Calhoun. User may not modify software settings, toadd or delete hardware components or modify software features,unless so instructed by appropriate college officials.

• Using the network for the purpose of instructional support. Thismay include class assignments, research, skill development,and/or the production of materials used in the educationalprocess.

Unacceptable Use: It is unacceptable to use Calhoun computer tech-nology for any illegal purpose or to interfere with or disrupt otherusers, services or equipment. Such unacceptable use includes, but isnot limited to, the following:

• Engaging in activities to damage or disrupt computer, computersystem, network information, data or a program by such acts asvirus creation and propagation, wasting system resources, oroverloading networks with excessive data.

• Engaging in activities for the purpose of promoting personal gainand/or profit or use of college technology for organizations otherthan Calhoun.

• Engaging in any activity which is in violation of the Code ofAlabama (1975) §§36-25-1 through 36-25-30, as amended (the

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“State Ethics Law), or which, in the opinion of the Calhounadministration, may be contrary to such law.

• Using of any computer technology in a manner that violatespatent protection or license agreements.

• Engaging in any activity that violates any and all copyright laws.Such activity may include utilizing Calhoun technology to copyand/or distribute copyrighted materials of any type that the userdoes not have a valid and legal right to copy.

• Engaging in any use that is illegal or results in the commission ofany illegal activity.

• Using Calhoun computer technology to support or oppose anycandidates or candidates for public office, or for any other politi-cal purpose. (Use of State property for political purposes isagainst Alabama law.)

• Transmitting messages of a romantic or sexual nature to any per-son or persons.

• Creating, displaying, transmitting or making accessible threaten-ing, racist, sexist, offensive, annoying or harassing languageand/or material.

• Knowingly accessing or transmitting information which containsobscene or indecent material as defined by law.

• Knowingly performing an act, which will interfere with the normaloperation or use of computers, terminals, peripherals, or net-works.

• Creating copies, or taking into the user’s personal possessioncopies of Calhoun owned software and/or hardware technologysuch as computers, components, disks, or peripherals.

• Using another person’s computer account or allowing someoneelse to use your account (e-mail, secure systems, etc.).

• Sharing personal e-mail accounts. • Masking the identity of an account or machine or in any manner

misrepresenting your identity in e-mail or other electronic com-munication.

• Communicating any information concerning password, identify-ing code, personal identification number or other confidentialinformation without the permission of its owner.

• Creating, modifying, executing or re-transmitting any computerprogram or instructions intended to obscure the true identity ofthe sender of electronic mail or electronic messages, collectivelyreferred to as “Messages,” including, but not limited to, forgeryor Messages and/or alteration of system and/or user data used toidentify the sender of Messages.

• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any information facili-ty, whether successful or not. This includes running programsthat attempt to calculate or guess passwords, or that aredesigned and crafted to trick other users into disclosing theirpasswords, and any attempts to circumvent data protectionschemes or uncover security loopholes. It also includes elec-tronic eavesdropping or communication facilities.

Access is a Privilege, Not a Right: Calhoun reserves the right to denythe privilege of the use of any or all types of computer technology toindividuals who violate this Acceptable Use Policy. Users may also beheld accountable for violations of Federal and/or Alabama Laws (i.e,Computer-Related Crime, etc.). Violations of this policy may result inthe termination or suspension of employment, suspension of comput-ing privileges, disciplinary review, any other forms of employee orstudent discipline, and/or financial restitution to Calhoun for any dam-ages and costs related to inappropriate or unacceptable use, and/orcriminal or civil legal action. Calhoun reserves the right to modify orclarify this policy at any time.

Computer Crimes: The Alabama Computer Crime Act, codified atCode of Alabama (1975) §§1 3A-8-101 - 13A-8-103, makes it a crimefor a person to damage, or without authorization to modify, computerequipment, computer networks, and computer programs and suppliesor without authorization to access, examine, or use computer dataand programs, and provides for punishment up to a Class B Felony(imprisonment for 2-20 years and/or a fine up to $10,000 or doublethe damage or loss to the victim). Federal law also makes it a crime towithout authorization access level to computers or computer net-works devoted in part to Federal purposes. Any violation of such Stateor Federal laws respecting computers shall also constitute a violationof the Calhoun Computer Technology Acceptable Use Policy.Furthermore, this policy prohibits various actions (described above)which may or may not constitute a crime.

STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES INVOLVING DISCRIMINATION, SEXUAL HARASSMENT, AND RIGHTS OF THE DISABLED

INTRODUCTION

Calhoun Community College promotes the exchange of ideas amongall members of the college community including students, faculty,staff, and administration. An environment conducive to openexchange of ideas is essential to intellectual growth and positivechange. However, the College recognizes that, at times, people mayhave differences which they are unable or unwilling to resolve them-selves. Calhoun Community College offers the following grievanceprocedures as the appropriate course of action for settling disputesand resolving problems. Students and members of the Calhoun fac-ulty, staff, or administration are guaranteed procedural due process.

INITIAL STEPS

Any student of Calhoun Community College who has a grievanceagainst another student or a member of the Calhoun faculty, staff, oradministration concerning any form of discrimination (Title VI, CivilRights Act of 1964), sexual harassment (Title IX of the EducationalAmendments of 1972), or violation of the rights of the disabled (Sec.504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973) should first attempt to resolvehis/her situation with the individual involved. However, a student whobelieves herself or himself to have been subjected to sexual harass-ment is not required to first speak to or attempt to resolve the situa-tion with the perpetrator of sexual harassment before filing a com-plaint. If for some reason resolution of the grievance is not possible,the student should make his/her grievance known to the immediatesuperior of the individual against whom the student has a grievance,and/or to the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs in order to seek aninformal resolution to the problem. If, after the discussion betweenthe student and the respective College official or representative, it isdetermined that the complaint is valid, the College official or represen-tative will take appropriate action to resolve the complaint using a for-mal “plan of resolution.”

If the student’s complaint requires a formal “plan of resolution,” awritten report must be submitted to the Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs. The report shall be submitted by the College official or repre-sentative within ten business days of the initial complaint and shalldetail the complaint and the plan to resolve the complaint. If a stu-dent’s complaint cannot be resolved in the manner described above,an unresolved complaint shall be termed a “grievance.”

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INTERIM RESOLUTION

If the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs should determine that thegrievance is of a nature that there should be imposed an interim reso-lution pending the outcome of the grievance procedure, the AssistantDean for Student Affairs shall recommend such an interim resolutionto the President or designee. The President or designee shall havethe discretion to impose or not impose an interim resolution.

GRIEVANCE PROCESS

A student who submits a complaint to the appropriate College officialor representative in the manner described above and who is notinformed of a satisfactory resolution or plan of resolution within tenbusiness days after the complaint’s initial submission shall have theright to file, within ten business days, a formal grievance statement.The written grievance statement shall be filed using Grievance FormA, which will be provided by the Grievance Officer and shall includethe following information:

1. Date the original complaint was reported;2. Name of the person to whom the original complaint was

reported;3. Facts of the complaint; and,4. Action taken, if any, by the receiving official to resolve the

complaint.

The grievance statement shall also contain any other information rele-vant to the grievance the Grievant wants to be considered by theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs. Any grievance must be filed with-in forty-five calendar days of the occurrence of the alleged discrimi-natory act or the date of which the Grievant became aware that thediscriminatory act took place.

The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs will notify the student or amember of the Calhoun faculty, staff or administration of thecharge(s) against him/her within five days (excluding Saturday,Sunday, and holidays) of receiving the formal grievance statement. Ifafter a reasonable attempt to notify the student, faculty member, staffmember, or administrator of the charges against him/her, theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs is unable to do so, then theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs may suspend the student, or thePresident of the College or his/her designee may suspend with paythe faculty member, staff member, or administrator until a hearing isheld and decision rendered.

The College shall have thirty (30) calendar days from the date ofreceipt by the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs of the grievance toconduct an investigation of the allegation(s), hold a hearing on thegrievance, and submit a written report to the Grievant of the findingsarising from the hearing. Grievance Form A shall be used to reportboth the grievance and the hearing findings.

INVESTIGATION PROCEDURE

The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs shall have the right to conductsuch preliminary hearing(s) as the Assistant Dean for Student Affairsor designee shall deem necessary to complete his/her investigation.The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs shall conduct a factual investi-gation of the grievance allegations and shall research each applicablestatute, regulation, and/or policy, if any. The Assistant Dean forStudent Affairs shall determine, after completion of the investigation,whether or not there is substantial evidence to support the grievance.The factual findings in the investigation and the conclusion of theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs (Grievance Officer) shall be statedin a preliminary written report which shall be submitted to the

Grievant and to the party or parties against whom the complaint wasmade and shall be made a part of the hearing record, if a hearing issubsequently conducted. Each of the parties shall have the opportu-nity to file written objections to any of the factual findings and, ifthere is a hearing, to make their objections part of the hearing record.If the Grievance Officer finds the grievance is supported by substan-tial evidence, he or she shall make a recommendation in the report asto how the grievance should be resolved. Upon the receipt of theGrievance Officer’s preliminary report, the Grievant and theRespondent shall have three (3) business days to notify theGrievance Officer of the respective party’s request for a hearing. TheAssistant Dean for Student Affairs may, nevertheless, at his or herdiscretion, schedule a hearing on the grievance if to do so would bein the best interest of the College. In the event that no hearing is tobe conducted, the Grievance Officer’s report shall be deemed a finalreport and shall be filed with the President, with a copy to be provid-ed to the Grievant.

HEARING PROCEDURE

In the event that the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs schedules ahearing, the Campus Dean or designee will appoint a qualified five-person committee. The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs shall serveas the nonvoting chairperson. A quorum shall consist of four mem-bers of the committee and the chairperson. Unless the President orDean determines otherwise, or both parties agree in writing for thehearing to be public, the hearing shall not be open to the public.

At the hearing, the Grievant and the Respondent(s) shall be read thegrievance statement. After the grievance is read into the record, theGrievant shall have the opportunity to present such oral testimonyand offer such other supporting evidence as he/she shall deemappropriate to his/her claim. Each Respondent shall then be giventhe opportunity to present such testimony and offer such other evi-dence as he/she deems appropriate to the Respondent’s defenseagainst the grievance. In the event that the College, or the adminis-tration of the College at large, is the party against whom the griev-ance is filed, the President shall designate a representative to appearat the hearing on behalf of the College.

Any party to a grievance hearing shall have the right to retain, at therespective party’s own cost, the assistance of legal counsel or otherpersonal representative. However, the respective attorney or person-al representative, if any, shall act in any advisory role only and shallnot be allowed to address the hearing body or question any witness.In the event that the College or its administration at large is theRespondent, the College representative shall not be an attorney oruse an attorney unless the Grievant is also permitted to be assistedby an attorney or other personal representative.

A student does not forfeit any of his/her constitutional rights uponhis/her admission into Calhoun Community College, nor does a facul-ty member, staff member, or administrator forfeit his/her constitu-tional rights upon employment with Calhoun Community College.The Committee shall not have the authority to compel any witness totestify. However, insofar as it is not contrary to law, the Committeemay take into account the refusal of a witness to testify when deliber-ating the evidence.

With regard to a College employee, the President shall have theauthority to direct the employee to testify at a hearing if, in the discre-tion of the President, such testimony could be material to an accuratedetermination of the facts in the case.

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The hearing shall be recorded by either a court reporter or on audio orvideo tape or by other electronic recording medium. In addition, allitems offered into evidence by the parties, whether admitted into evi-dence or not, shall be marked and preserved as part of the hearingrecord.

REPORT OF FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS

Within five (5) working days following the hearing, there shall be awritten report from the chairperson on the findings of the hearingcommittee (with a copy forwarded to the President, the Grievant, andeach Respondent). The report shall contain at least the following:

1. Date and place of the hearing;2. The name of each member of the hearing committee;3. A list of all witnesses for all parties to the grievance;4. Findings of facts relevant to the grievance;5. Conclusions of law, regulations, or policy relevant to the

grievance;6. Recommendations(s) arising from the grievance and the

hearing thereon.

RESOLUTION OF GRIEVANCE

In the event of a finding by the Committee that the grievance was sup-ported, in whole or in part, by the evidence presented, the AssistantDean for Student Affairs shall meet with the Grievant, theRespondent(s) and the appropriate College representative(s) andattempt to bring about a reasonable agreed-upon resolution of thegrievance. If there is no mutual resolution, the President shall imposea resolution of the grievance which shall be final and binding.

APPEAL PROCEDURE

The President of Calhoun Community College shall be the appealauthority in upholding, rejecting, or modifying the recommendationsof the Grievance Committee. The President shall not be bound in anymanner by the recommendation(s) of the hearing committee, butshall take it (them) into consideration in imposing his/her decision.

The charged student, faculty member, staff member, or administratormay file a written request with the Vice President for Instruction andStudent Services of the College and Assistant Dean for Student Affairsrequesting that the President of the College review the decision of theGrievance Committee. The written request must be filed within fifteencalendar days following the party’s receipt of the hearing report. Ifthe appeal is not filed by the close of business on the fifteenth day fol-lowing the party’s receipt of the report, the party’s opportunity toappeal shall have been waived. If the appeal does not contain clearand specific objections to the hearing report, it shall be denied by thePresident. The President of the College shall issue his/her opinion toaccept, reject, or modify the decision of the Grievance Committeewithin 15 calendar days of the initiation of the appeal process.

If the decision of the Grievance Committee does not satisfy the com-plainant and should the grievance allege discrimination (Title VI), sex-ual harassment (Title IX), or violation of the rights of the handicapped(Sec. 504), the complainant may file a written grievance with:

1. The Alabama State Board of Education pursuant to AlabamaState Board of Education policies and procedures, withrespect to Title IX violations;

2. The regional office of the Office of Civil Rights of the U.S.Department of Education within 180 days of the discrimina-

tory act;3. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission within 180

days of the discriminatory act.

EXCEPTION

When a complainant or grievant complains of, asserts the existenceof, or indicates the possibility of sexual harassment violation of law,Calhoun Community College policy, or standards of appropriate con-duct, the President may, in his/her discretion, determine that the mat-ter will not be resolved through procedures set forth above, but willbe reasonably, appropriately, and promptly investigated and resolvedby the College pursuant to such process as the President determinesin accordance with the College’s objective of maintaining a work andeducational environment free from sexual harassment.

REFERENCE:

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, “No person in the UnitedStates shall on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, beexcluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be sub-jected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving feder-al financial assistance.”

Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, “No person in theUnited States shall on the basis of sex, be excluded from participationin, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination underany education program or activity receiving federal financial assis-tance.” Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended in 1974,“No otherwise qualified handicapped individual in the United States,as defined in Section 706 (6) of this title, shall, solely by reason of hishandicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of,or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activityreceiving federal financial assistance.”

It is the official policy of the Alabama State Department of Education,including Postsecondary institutions under the control of the StateBoard of Education, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds ofrace, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, or age, beexcluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject-ed to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

SECURITY/POLICE

We take your safety seriously! To ensure the continued health andsafety of Calhoun students and employees, we must all consider ourown security, as well as the security of others, a priority when oncampus. Should a crime occur on campus, Calhoun strongly encour-ages you to report this crime immediately to the college’s CampusSecurity/Police Department by calling (256) 306-2574. For emergen-cies only call (256) 306-2911. The Decatur campus security office islocated in the octagon building beneath the flagpoles at the mainentrance to the campus. Huntsville Police Department officers arelocated in the Administrative Office at the Huntsville/CummingsResearch Park campus.

Calhoun Community College is proud of its historically safe campus.In an effort to promote awareness and enhance safety, we would liketo inform you of our campus crime disclosure report. We hope thisinformation is helpful to you. Should you have any questions or sug-gestions regarding campus safety, please contact Mr. Jody Upchurchat (256) 306-2542.

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Calhoun Community CollegeCampus Crime Statistical Disclosure Report

Crime 2001 2002 2003Murder 0 0 0Rape 0 0 0Sex Offenses:

Forcible 0 0 0Non-Forcible 1 0 0

Robbery 0 0 0Aggravated Assaults 1 0 0Burglary 1 0 0Breaking & Entering

Motor Vehicle 8 6 4Arrests 6 0 0Motor Vehicle Thefts 1 0 1Liquor Law Violations 0 0 0Drug Violations 0 0 0Weapons Violations 0 0 0Criminal Mischief 2 1 0Thefts 7 2 12Harassment 4 2 2Leaving Scene of Accident 1 0 1Public Intoxication 0 0 0Property Damage 2 1 0Trespassing 0 0 0Disorderly Conduct 1 0 1Misc. Calls for Service 103 121 200

STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS All students enrolled at Calhoun Community College are required tohave in their possession a valid Student I.D. card for general identifi-cation purposes and to present it upon demand when requested by aschool official. The Student I.D. card is valid for each semester of thestudent’s attendance. Students I.D. cards are issued during the firsttwo weeks of each semester for new and transferring students.Replacement I.D. cards for returning students can be made at a costof $20.00. Replacement cost cannot be charged to student accountsand must be paid in cash. The I.D. card can be used for (1) bookbuying (campus book store only), (2) library book checkout, (3)access to learning labs, (4) entrance into college sponsored activities,(4) check cashing, (5) library privileges at other colleges, (6) studentdiscounts.

MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION All students driving any type of motor vehicle must secure and prop-erly affix an official decal to the vehicle regardless of the location ofclasses. Parking decals are available from the Campus Police/SecurityOffice. Traffic regulations pertaining to the registration and operationof motor vehicles can result in a monetary fine, the withholding ofsemester schedules, the withholding of transcripts, or appropriatedisciplinary action. All decals expire on August 31 of each year.

ABANDONED VEHICLESIf a vehicle is left unattended or is left in the same place for more thanten (10) days, the vehicle will be considered abandoned and will betowed at the owner’s expense. If a vehicle is illegally parked (forexample, blocking another vehicle that is legally parked), the illegally-parked vehicle will be towed at the owner’s expense.

PARKING/TRAFFIC CITATION APPEALS COMMITTEE This is a three-member committee made up of students appointed bythe Student Government Association. It is charged with the responsi-bility of hearing and ruling on each case in which a student appealshaving received a parking ticket. The committee meets each Friday at11:00 a.m. in the Student Activities Office, Decatur campus. Parking

appeals at the Huntsville/Cummings Research Park campus shouldbe made to the Dean for Cummings Research Park.

RESTROOM POLICYRestrooms are designated separately for men and women. Any indi-vidual caught in the opposite gender’s restroom will be subject to dis-ciplinary action and criminal trespassing. There will be no loitering inrestrooms on Calhoun’s campuses.

WEAPONS POLICYNo person shall keep, use, possess, display, or carry any rifle, shot-gun, handgun, knife, bow and arrow, or other lethal or dangerousweapons or devices capable of casting a projectile by air, gas orexplosion, or mechanical means on any property or in any buildingowned or operated by Calhoun Community College or in any vehicleon campus. Realistic facsimiles of weapons are also specifically notallowed.

If an instructor approves such items to be demonstrated for classpurposes only, the instructor and student must obtain permissionfrom Calhoun Police.

Any such person seen with or using such weapons on campus will besubject to disciplinary and criminal charges.

Pursuant to state board policy 511.01 Calhoun Community Collegeadheres to the following:

Firearms are prohibited on campus or any other facility operatedby the college. Exceptions to this policy are: Law enforcement offi-cers legally authorized to carry such weapons who are officiallyenrolled in classes or are acting in the performance of their dutiesor an instructional program in which firearms are required equip-ment. If the off-duty officer is a student, he/she must notify campuspolice once a semester. A weapon is prohibited from any type ofhearing for personal business.

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ADMISSIONS POLICIESADMISSION OF FIRST-TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS

Applicants who have not previously attended a postsecondary institu-tion accredited by a regional accrediting agency or the Council onOccupational Education will be classified as first-time college studentsor “native” students.

ADMISSION TO COURSES CREDITABLE TOWARD AN ASSOCIATE DEGREE

To be eligible for admission to courses creditable toward an associ-ates degree, a first-time college student must meet one of the follow-ing criteria:

1. Applicant holds the Alabama High School Diploma (standard oradvanced), the high school diploma of another state equivalentto the Alabama High School Diploma, or an equivalent diplomaissued by a non-public regionally and/or state accredited highschool; or

2. Applicant holds a high school diploma equivalent to the AlabamaHigh School Diploma (standard or advanced) issued by a non-public high school and has passed the Alabama Public HighSchool Graduation Examination; or

3. Applicant holds a high school diploma equivalent to the AlabamaHigh school Diploma (standard or advanced) and has achieved aminimum ACT composite score of 16 or a total of 790 on theSAT; or

4. Applicant holds the Alabama Occupational Diploma, the highschool diploma of another state equivalent to the AlabamaOccupational Diploma, or an equivalent diploma issued by a non-public high school, and has achieved a minimum ACT compositescore of 16 or a total of 790 on the SAT; or

5. Applicant holds a GED Certificate issued by the appropriate stateagency.

Applicants who meet one of these criteria shall be classified as“Degree-Eligible” students. Calhoun Community College may estab-lish additional admission requirements to specific courses or occupa-tional degree programs when student enrollment must be limited.

ADMISSION TO COURSES NOT CREDITABLE TOWARD AN ASSOCIATE DEGREE

Applicants to courses not creditable toward an associate degree andprograms comprised exclusively of courses not creditable to an asso-ciate degree may be admitted provided they meet the standard admis-sion criteria or provided they are at least 16 years of age and have notbeen enrolled in secondary education for at least one calendar year(or upon the recommendation of the local superintendent) and havespecifically documented ability to benefit. Non-creditable coursesinclude developmental courses and all occupational certificate pro-grams at Limestone Correctional Facility except Design DraftingTechnology. Applicants to these courses or programs shall be classi-fied as “Non-Degree Eligible” and shall not be allowed to enroll incourses creditable toward an associate degree.

Calhoun Community College has established higher or additionaladmission requirements for specific programs or services when stu-dent enrollment must be limited or to assure ability to benefit.

UNCONDITIONAL ADMISSION OF FIRST-TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS

For Unconditional Admission, applicants must have on file at the col-lege a completed application for admission and at least one of the fol-lowing:1. An official transcript showing graduation with the Alabama High

School Diploma (standard or advanced), the high school diplomaof another state equivalent to the Alabama High School Diploma,or an equivalent diploma issued by a non-public regionallyand/or state accredited high school; or

2. An official transcript showing graduation from high school with ahigh school diploma equivalent to the Alabama Public HighSchool Diploma issued by a non-public high school and proof ofpassage of the Alabama Public High School GraduationExamination; or

3. An official transcript showing graduation from high school with ahigh school diploma equivalent to the Alabama High SchoolDiploma issued by a non-public high school and evidence of aminimum ACT composite score of 16 or a total score of 790 onthe SAT; or

4. An official transcript showing graduation from high school withthe Alabama Occupational Diploma, the high school diploma ofanother state equivalent to the Alabama Occupational Diploma,or an equivalent diploma issued by a non-public high school, andhas achieved a minimum ACT composite score of 16 or a totalscore of 790 on the SAT; or

5. An official GED Certificate.

All male students between the ages of 18 and 26 must show proof ofregistration with the U.S. Selective Service System in accordance with§36-26-15.1 of the Code of Alabama of 1974 (as amended).

CONDITIONAL ADMISSION OF FIRST-TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS

Provided the applicant meets the admission standards for a first-timecollege student, a conditional admission may be granted to an appli-cant who does not have on file at the college at least one of the fol-lowing:1. An official transcript showing graduation with the Alabama High

School Diploma (standard or advanced), the high school diplomaof another state equivalent to the Alabama High school Diploma,or an equivalent diploma issued by a non-public regionallyand/or state accredited high school; or

2. An official transcript showing graduation from high school with ahigh school diploma equivalent to the Alabama High SchoolDiploma issued by a non-public high school and proof of pas-sage of the Alabama Public High School Graduation Examinationor a minimum ACT composite score of 16 or a total score of 790on the SAT; or

3. An official transcript showing graduation from high school withan Alabama Occupational Diploma, a high school diploma ofanother state equivalent to the Alabama Occupational Diploma,or an equivalent diploma issued by a non-public high school, andhas achieved a minimum ACT composite score of 16 or a totalscore of 790 on the SAT; or

4. An official GED Certificate.

No student shall be allowed to enroll for a second term unless allrequired admission records have been received by the college prior toregistration for the second term. It is the student’s responsibility tocontact the appropriate high school and/or agencies and have the offi-

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cial required documents mailed directly to Calhoun CommunityCollege.

If all required admission records have not been received by the col-lege prior to issuance of first semester grades, the grades will bereported on the transcript, but the transcript will read CONTINUEDENROLLMENT DENIED PENDING RECEIPT OF ADMISSIONRECORDS. This notation will be removed only upon receipt of allrequired admission records.

ADMISSION OF TRANSFER STUDENTS

An applicant who has previously attended another postsecondaryinstitution which is accredited by a regional accrediting agency or byThe Council on Occupational Education will be considered a transferstudent and will be required to furnish official transcripts of all workattempted at all said institutions. Calhoun Community College mayrequire submission of documents required of first-time college stu-dents to verify completion of a high school diploma, a GED, and therequired ACT or SAT test scores.

A transfer student who meets requirements for admission to degreecreditable courses and programs shall be classified as “degree-eligi-ble.” A transfer student who does not meet the admission require-ments will not be granted admission to Calhoun Community College.

Applicants who have been suspended from another institution foracademic or disciplinary reasons will not be considered for admissionexcept upon written appeal to the College Admissions Committee.

UNCONDITIONAL ADMISSION OF TRANSFER STUDENTS

1. For Unconditional Admission, transfer students must have sub-mitted to the college an application for admission, official tran-scripts from all required sources, and any other documentsrequired for admission.

2. Transfer students who attend another postsecondary institutionand who desire to earn credits for transfer to that parent institu-tion may be admitted to the college as transient students. Thestudent must submit an application for admission and a tran-sient letter from the institution they have been attending whichcertifies that the credits they earn will be accepted as a part oftheir academic program. Students are not required to submittranscripts since the transient approval letter will serve in lieu oftranscripts.

3. Applicants who have completed the baccalaureate degree will berequired to submit only the transcript from the institution granti-ng the baccalaureate degree. NOTE: If the student intends toobtain a degree or certificate from Calhoun Community College,transcripts from all institutions must be submitted for evaluationprior to graduation. If the student intends to register for cours-es requiring prerequisites that have been fulfilled at anotherinstitution, transcripts from those institutions must be submit-ted for evaluation prior to enrolling in those courses at CalhounCommunity College.

CONDITIONAL ADMISSION OF TRANSFER STUDENTS

1. Transfer students who do not have on file official transcriptsfrom all postsecondary institutions attended and any additionalrequired documents may be granted a Conditional Admission forone term. No transfer student shall be allowed to enroll for asecond semester unless all required admission records havebeen received by the college prior to registration for the second

semester.2. If all required admission documents are not received by the end

of the first term, continued enrollment will be denied. Gradesfor the first term will be posted to a transcript and annotated toread CONTINUED ENROLLMENT DENIED PENDING RECEIPT OFADMISSION RECORDS. This notation will be removed onlyupon receipt and review of all required admission records.

INITIAL ACADEMIC STATUS OF TRANSFER STUDENTS

1. An initial academic status cannot officially be determined until allofficial documents are received and reviewed. Once records arereceived, an initial status will be determined for the student’sfirst term of enrollment. Submission of incorrect or false infor-mation on the application for admission could result in immedi-ate removal from the college and forfeiture of all tuition, fees,and other monies.

2. A transfer student whose cumulative grade point average of thetransfer institutions is 2.0 or above on a 4.0 scale will be admit-ted with clear academic status.

3. A transfer student whose cumulative grade point average at thetransfer institution is less than a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale but is not onacademic suspension/dismissal will be admitted on AcademicProbation. The Calhoun transcript will be annotated to readADMITTED ON ACADEMIC PROBATION.

4. A transfer student applicant who has been academically sus-pended (dismissed) from another regionally or Council onOccupation Education accredited postsecondary institution maybe admitted only after following the appeal process establishedfor “native” students. Calhoun Community College requires thatthe applicant submit a written appeal to the College AdmissionsCommittee along with all official transcripts. If the transfer stu-dent is admitted upon appeal, the student will enter the collegeon Academic Probation. The Calhoun transcript will readADMITTED UPON APPEAL – ACADEMIC PROBATION.

5. A transfer student admitted on academic probation retains thatstatus until the student has attempted 12 credit hours atCalhoun Community College. If the student’s cumulative GPA atCalhoun is below a 1.5 after the semester in which 12 or morecredit hours are attempted, the student will be placed on acade-mic suspension for at least one semester. More stringent guide-lines may be placed on students by the College AdmissionsCommittee when written appeals are approved.

GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR TRANSFER OF CREDIT

1. Transfer credit will be evaluated and recorded by the end of astudent’s first term of enrollment. Transfer credit evaluationswill only be conducted when all official transcripts have beenreceived. Students will be notified in writing of the results oftheir evaluation. (A review of records by counselors, advisors,faculty, etc. for advising purposes does not constitute an officialevaluation.)

2. Coursework transferred or accepted for credit toward an under-graduate program must represent collegiate coursework rele-vant to the formal award with course content and level ofinstruction resulting in student competencies at least equivalentto those of students enrolled in the institution’s own undergrad-uate formal award programs. A course completed at otherregionally or Council on Occupational Education accredited post-secondary institutions with a passing grade (C minimumrequired in Composition courses) will be accepted for transferas potentially creditable toward graduation requirements.

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the appropriate regional association or Council on OccupationalEducation may request an evaluation of transfer credits aftercompleting 15 semester hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 orabove.

4. A transfer grade of “D” will only be accepted when the transferstudent’s cumulative transfer GPA is 2.0 or above. Regardlessof the GPA, a “D” in Composition courses will be not accepted intransfer. Please note that some programs/courses require mini-mum grades of “C”, thus a “D” will not transfer.

5. Credit may be extended based on a comprehensive evaluation ofdemonstrated and documented competencies and previous for-mal training. Please refer to the section on Credit fromNontraditional Sources in this catalog.

6. The criteria for awarding credit for work completed in foreigncolleges and universities will be the same as for other institu-tions within the United States. Students wishing to receivetransfer credit for such foreign study must provide an Englishtranslation and a detailed report from an acceptable foreign cre-dentials evaluation firm. Such a report must outline recommen-dations for awarding specific credit for specific courses.Currently, most of these reports are “course-by-course” evalua-tions provided by Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc., P.O.Box 17499, Milwaukee, WI 53217. There are other companieswhich provide the same service. For further information, contactthe International Student Advisor.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS—(F-1 VISA HOLDERS)

Calhoun Community College accepts international students who haveF-1 visas and who meet the academic, linguistic, and financialrequirements outlined below:

First Time College Students• An international student who holds an American high school

diploma or a diploma from his/her country that is equivalent maybe eligible for admission.

• Prospective international students must submit all of the follow-ing to be considered for admission.1) A complete application in English.2) Official transcripts/leaving certificate in English that docu-

ment graduating from a secondary school that is equivalentto a U.S. high school diploma. The transcript/leaving certifi-cate must be forwarded directly to Calhoun CommunityCollege from all institutions previously attended. Translationof all documents is the responsibility of the applicant.

3) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) requirements:a. A minimum written score of 500 (or)b. A minimum computer-based score of 173.c. The scores must be mailed directly from the Educational

Testing Services to the Office of Admissions andRecords. Personal copies are not accepted.

d. The TOEFL Test is not administered at CalhounCommunity College.

EXCEPTIONS (TOEFL)a. a graduate of an accredited U.S. high school or an

accredited American high school overseas (or)b. a citizen of an English-speaking country that has been

granted exemption to the TOEFL policy.

4) A signed, notarized statement declaring that the internationalapplicant will be fully responsible and that funds are availablefor financial obligations during an enrollment with CalhounCommunity College. Financial obligations include but are notlimited to: tuition and fees, books and supplies, living

expenses, housing, and miscellaneous expenses.5) Official documents in English that document graduation from

a secondary school that is at least equivalent to a U.S. highschool diploma. Records must be forwarded directly toCalhoun Community College from the institution attended.Personal copies are not accepted.

6) Documentation of insurance must declare adequate healthand life insurance (which must include medical repatriationand medical evacuation expenses). It must be maintainedduring any and all terms of enrollment with CalhounCommunity College.

All required documents should be forwarded directly to theInternational Student Advisor, Calhoun Community College.

Transfer Students – International

Any international student who has attended an accredited college oruniversity may be considered for admission as a transfer student.Transfer students must comply with all items listed under First-TimeStudents – International except Item 5. In addition to all items listed,an international student who wishes to apply to Calhoun CommunityCollege must:

a) Have official transcripts from all previously attendedcolleges and universities attended mailed directly toCalhoun Community College.

b) Complete a transfer clearance form (obtain fromschool advisor to which he/she is transferring).

c) Be in-status at the most recent college/universityattended. Individuals who are out-of-status mustapply for reinstatement through their former school.

All documents required for admission as a First Time college studentor Transfer student must be in file before an admission decision willbe made. I-20s will only be issued to applicants who meet all criteriaand are, if transferring, in status with the Immigration andNaturalization Services. Calhoun is unable to issue an I-20 for anyindividual who is out-of-status.

Note: International students who have completed ENG 101 or itsequivalent at an accredited college or university with a grade of C orbetter may be exempt from the TOEFL requirement.

HIGH SCHOOL HONORS PROGRAMS

Calhoun Community College, in conjunction with our area highschools, offers “honor” students the opportunity to enroll for collegecoursework. Two programs have been approved by the AlabamaState Board of Education, the Accelerated High School StudentProgram and the Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit for High School Studentprogram. Even though the basic criteria for enrollment is similar,each program is unique. Review the following and discuss with yourcounselor your eligibility and which program best meets your needs.

ACCELERATED HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM

Calhoun Community College offers qualified high school students theopportunity to earn college credit while still in high school. Studentswho attend accredited high schools must meet the criteria listedbelow:

1. The student must have successfully completed the 10th grade;2. The student must provide certification from the local principal

and/or his/her designee that the student has a minimum cumula-

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tive “B” average and recommends the student for enrollment;3. The student may enroll only in postsecondary courses for which

the high school prerequisites have been completed (for example:a student may not take English Composition until all requiredhigh school English courses have been completed).

Exceptions may be granted by the Chancellor for a student docu-mented as gifted and talented according to the standards included inthe State Plan of Exceptional Children and Youth. Exceptions mayonly apply to items 1 and 2 noted above.

Students who attend a non-accredited high school must meet addi-tional criteria as listed below:

1. Comply with items 1, 2, and 3 as noted above.2. Provide ACT scores with a composite of at least 16 or 790 on the SAT.

Students who are home schooled are not eligible unless they areunder the auspices of an accredited high school and can provideproper documentation of all items noted above.

DUAL ENROLLMENT/DUAL CREDIT FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS PROGRAM

The Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit for High School Students Programallows qualified students the opportunity to receive both high schoolcredit and college credit. The program is restricted to qualified stu-dents in Alabama high schools who have signed a working agreementwith Calhoun Community College.

Criteria for student eligibility is developed by each individual schoolsystem and may be more restrictive than the minimum criteria thatfollows:

1. The student must have a “B” average in completed high schoolcourses;

2. The student must have written approval of his/her principal andthe local superintendent of education; and

3. The student must be in grade 10, 11, or 12.

Determination of the equivalencies of Calhoun Community Collegecoursework toward high school graduation requirements is at the dis-cretion of the high school system. Typically, one 3-semester hourcourse equates to a one-half unit.

For additional and more specific information contact your high schoolcounselor or the admissions officer at Calhoun Community College.

AUDIT STUDENTS

Auditors are students who register for credit courses on essentially anon-credit basis. The College may require complete academicrecords for any applicant. In the absence of complete academicrecords, the college may accept as the basis of admission the infor-mation provided by the applicant on the regular application form.Auditors will under no circumstances receive credits applicable todegree requirements. Students will not receive punitive grades, butthey may be assigned a W for absences or removal from class.Tuition and fees for courses audited are the same as those for cours-es taken for credit. Students may not change from “Credit” to “Audit”or “Audit” to “Credit” after the Drop/Add period.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Students Entering College for the First Time1. Applicants must complete an application for admission and sub-

mit it to the Admissions Office at Calhoun Community College.Applicants should submit their application as early as possibleprior to the semester in which they plan to enroll.Applications may be mailed to the address listed below:

Admissions Office Calhoun Community CollegeP.O. Box 2216Decatur, AL 35609-2216

2. Applicants must request that the high school from which theygraduated mail their official transcript directly to the AdmissionsOffice at the address listed above. Test scores, if applicable,must also be forwarded directly to Admissions.

3. Applicants who hold a GED must have an official GED transcriptsent directly to the Admissions Office at the address notedabove or bring a copy of the score results indicating that he/shehas passed the exam.

Transfer Students1. Transfer applicants must complete an application for admission

and submit it in person or by mail to the Admissions Office,Calhoun Community College. The application should be submit-ted as early as possible prior to the semester of intended enroll-ment. Applications may be mailed to the address listed below:

Admissions OfficeCalhoun Community CollegeP.O. Box 2216Decatur, AL 35609-2216

2. All transfer applicants must have official transcripts from allother colleges or universities forwarded directly to Calhoun’sAdmissions Office at the address noted above. It is the stu-dent’s responsibility to request his/her official records be for-warded in a prompt and complete manner to clear his/heradmission to Calhoun Community College. Transcripts fromhigh school, ACT/SAT test scores or a GED certificate are alsorequired from students who attended a non-regionally accredit-ed college or university.

Former Students Applying for Readmission1. Applicants who previously applied for admission but did not

attend are required to submit a new application for admissionand provide all required admission records.

2. Students who have not been in attendance for one semester,excluding summer, will be required to complete a readmissionapplication. If the student has been in attendance at anothercollege or university since his/her last enrollment with Calhoun,official transcripts must be requested and forwarded directly tothe Admissions Office, Calhoun Community College.

SENIOR CITIZENS ATTENDING UNDER THE SENIOR ADULT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMSenior citizens sixty (60) years of age or older may be eligible for atuition waiver if they qualify for the Senior Adults ScholarshipProgram. Applicants must meet the following conditions:

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1. They must comply with the college admission standards asnoted earlier in this catalog under Admission, First-TimeStudents, Admission of Transfer Students or Former StudentsApplying for Readmission. Please refer to the appropriate sec-tion for details of admission requirements.

2. Must be Alabama residents.3. Must be sixty (60) years of age or older.4. Students must enroll for credit; non-credit enrollment is not allowed.

The student is responsible for any fees or other charges applied to thegeneral student body. Senior citizens granted a tuition waiver underthe Senior Adult Scholarship Program may receive the tuition waiveronly one time per course. Any time a senior citizen repeats a coursethe student is responsible not only for fees but also for tuition.

Questions regarding admission and eligibility should be directed tothe staff of the Admissions and Records Office or the Financial AidOffice.

NOTE: Senior citizen course enrollment under the Senior AdultScholarship Program is restricted to a space availablebasis. A course will not be expanded beyond the optimalnumber to accommodate the enrollment of a senior citizenattending under the Senior Adult Scholarship Program.

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE

Students on academic suspension must file a written appeal directlyto the Director of Admissions for submission to the CollegeAdmissions Committee. Appeals for admission should be submittedat least thirty days prior to the intended term of enrollment. Decisionsof the Admissions Committee are final.

STUDENT RECORDS AND TRANSCRIPTS

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974

Calhoun Community College complies with the provisions of theFamily Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 as amended(FERPA). FERPA sets forth the requirements pertaining to the privacyof student records. The law governs the release of educationalrecords and access to the records.

Student Records and FERPA

Students are notified that when a student attains the age of 18 or isattending an institution of postsecondary education, the permission orconsent required of and the rights accorded to the parents of the stu-dent shall thereafter only be required of and accorded to the student.Therefore, a person other than the student requesting information ona student must submit written authorization from the student if therequest is beyond the scope of authorized exceptions to the Act.

Responsibility for protection of the privacy of educational recordsrests primarily with the Director of Admissions and Registrar of thecollege. FERPA defines educational records to include records, files,documents, and other materials that contain information directly relat-ed to students and are maintained by an educational agency or institu-tion with exceptions under the Act.

Notification of Rights under FERPA

FERPA affords students certain rights with respect to their educa-tional records. The rights provided to students are:1. The right to review their educational records with certain excep-

tions. Students and former students may present a valid photoidentification card and request to review their records. The col-lege may delay a record review up to 45 days if circumstances sodictate. Record reviews are conducted in the Records Office,Wallace Administration Building, Decatur campus. Note: TheCollege is not required to provide access to records of applicantsfor admission who are denied acceptance or, if accepted, do notattend.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s educationalrecords that the student believes is inaccurate or misleading.The student should submit to the Director of Admissions andRegistrar a written statement which identifies the part of therecord they want changed, why it should be changed, and anydocumentation to support the request. The student will be noti-fied in writing of the decision to amend or not to amend. A stu-dent will be notified of a hearing procedure process they may ini-tiate if the result of the student’s request is not to amend theirrecord.

3. The right to consent to disclosure of personally identifiable infor-mation contained in the student’s educational records, except tothe extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure.

Calhoun Community College considers the following to be directoryinformation and may be released to individuals and/or agencies, insti-tutions, etc. unless the student signs a Do Not Release form.

Directory InformationNameAddressTelephone listingDate and place of birthMajor field of studyDates of attendanceEnrollment statusClass standingDegrees, honors, and awards receivedMost recent educational agency or institution attended

It should be noted that directory information is used to verify a stu-dent’s enrollment with insurance agencies, banks, employers, etc.unless prohibited in writing by the Do Not Release Information form.Calhoun does not provide mailing lists unless required to do so byfederal legislation (Solomon Amendment), a court directive, or asdeemed appropriate by the President of the college or his/her agent.

FERPA has established rules that allow some personnel and agenciesto have access to student’s records without their written consent.The exception to the requirement of written consent follows:• Authorized representatives of the following for audit and evalua-

tion of federal and/or state supported programs or for enforce-ment of a compliance with federal legal requirements whichrelate to these programs:• Comptroller General of the United States• Attorney General of the United States• Secretary of the Department of Education• State and local educational authorities• State and local officials to whom disclosure is specifically

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• Veterans Administration officials• Other school officials with the institution determined by the insti-

tution to have a legitimate educational interest• Officials of other institutions at which the student seeks or

intends to enroll, provided the institution makes a reasonableattempt to inform the student of the disclosure, unless the stu-dent initiates the transfer or the annual notification of the institu-tion includes a notice that the institution forwards educationrecords to other institutions at which the student seeks orintends to enroll have requested the records. (Students are sonotified.)

• Persons or organizations providing financial aid to students ordetermining financial aid decisions on the condition that theinformation is necessary to: 1) determine eligibility for aid, 2)determine the amount of aid, 3) determine the conditions for theaid, or 4) enforce the terms and conditions of the aid.

• Organizations conducting studies for or on behalf of educationagencies or institutions to develop, validate, and administer pre-dictive tests, to administer student aid programs, or to improveinstruction. Conditioned on organizations not to disclose per-sonally identifiable information on students, information must bedestroyed when no longer needed for project.

• Accrediting organizations carrying out their accreditation func-tions.

• Parents of a student who have established a student’s status asa dependent according to IRS Code of 1986, Section 152.

• Persons in compliance with a judicial order or lawfully issuedsubpoena provided that the institution makes a reasonableattempt to notify the student in advance of compliance. An insti-tution may not provide advance notice of subpoena complianceif the subpoena is issued by a federal grand jury or for lawenforcement purposes provided the subpoena orders the institu-tion not to disclose the existence or contents of the subpoena.

• An institution is not required to obtain a subpoena to produceeducation records of a student if the institution is sued by thestudent or takes legal action against a student. The records pro-duced must be needed by the institution to proceed with legalaction as plaintiff or to defend itself.

• Persons in an emergency if the knowledge of information, infact, is necessary to protect the health or safety of students orother persons.

• Additional instances may occur where the college is required bylaw to release information. Contact the Registrar for theanswers to specific questions.

In the event a student believes that his/her FERPA rights were notmet, they have the right to file a written complaint with The FamilyPolicy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 600Independence Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20202-4605.

Transcript PolicyThe transcript policy of Calhoun Community College includes the fol-lowing items:

A. In compliance with the Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act, Calhoun Community College does not releasetranscripts of a student’s work, except upon the student’swritten request;

B. Official transcripts are sent to institutions, companies, agen-cies, etc., upon the student’s written release;

C. Transcript requests are processed as they are received.REQUESTS SHOULD BE MADE AT LEAST TWO WEEKSBEFORE THE TRANSCRIPTS ARE NEEDED;

D. Transcripts will not be issued for persons who have finan-

cial, academic, or administrative obligations to the college;E. Written transcript requests should be sent to:

Calhoun Community CollegeAdmissions and Records Office, TranscriptsP.O. Box 2216Decatur, AL 35609-2216

Include name, signature, dates of attendance, social securitynumber and address to which transcript should be forward-ed. (NOTE: Students with name changes should include allformer names.)

F. A signed fax request containing the same information asnoted in item E may be faxed to 256-306-2941.

G. The Office of Admissions and Records does not release offi-cial transcripts from other institutions. Requests for officialtranscripts from other institutions must be directed to theinstitution concerned.

FINANCIAL INFORMATIONTUITION AND FEES

The following information reflects the current tuition and fee scheduleenacted by the Alabama State Board of Education.

TUITIONIn-State Students $ 72.00 per credit hourOut-of-State $144.00 per credit hourDistance Learning $ 90.00 per credit hour*Distance Learning Out-of-State $180.00 per credit hour*

FEESTechnology Fee $9.00 per credit hourFacility Renewal Fee $9.00 per credit hour

*No fees apply to Distance Learning classes

Students who register after classes begin will be charged a $25 lateregistration fee. NOTE: Tuition and fees are subject to change without prior notice.

TUITION, TECHNOLOGY FEE, INSTRUCTIONAL FEE REFUND POLICY

Before Classes Begin....................................................100% Refund

During Drop/AddDrops a class or classes but less than total ...................100% of netDrops ALL classes during drop/add...............................75% of net

After Drop/Add (Withdrawal Refund Period)Drops a class or classes but less than total ...................No refundTotal withdrawal during first week of classes.................75% of netTotal withdrawal during second week of classes ...........50% of netTotal withdrawal during third week of classes ...............25% of netTotal withdrawal after third week of classes...................No refund

NET AMOUNT IS TUITION AND FEES LESS 5% ADMINISTRATIVE FEE.

Refund checks will be mailed from the Business Office to the studentat the address on the official withdrawal form. Approximately threeweeks are required for processing.

RETURNED CHECK POLICYIn the event your check is returned, your account can be electronical-ly debited for the face amount and the state allowable fees by FederalAutomated Recovery Systems, Inc.

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ADDITIONAL FEES (SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)

Additional charges by the institution and not mentioned above includethe following:

1. Returned check fee (by Alabama law) $25*2. Parking traffic citations (variable, depending on type of cita-

tion; check student handbook on page 227 of this publication3. Library fines for overdue books (variable, depending on

length of overdue status)4. Audit fees (auditing a course costs the same as taking the

course for credit)

*Negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument is a Class A misde-meanor. Pursuant to Alabama law (Act No. 80-200, S. 317), a personwill be given 10 days to tender payment of the full amount of suchinstrument plus a service charge of not more than $25. Unless thisamount is paid in full within the specified time, the individual mayassume that this instrument will be turned over to the proper authori-ties for criminal prosecution.

GENERAL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT (GED) TEST FEE Those desiring to take the General Education Test at CalhounCommunity College will be required to pay a $30 fee. Call (256) 306-2648 or 306-2610 for more information.

BUSINESS OFFICE HOURS (Decatur Campus)

Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

BUSINESS OFFICE HOURS (Huntsville Campus)Room 105 890-4726

Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

MASTERCARD, VISA, AND DISCOVERCalhoun Community College accepts Mastercard, Visa, and Discoverfor payment of tuition, fees, and books.

RESIDENCY/OUT-OF-STATE ANDINTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Guidelines for determining “In-State” Tuition Rates

I. ELIGIBLE FOR “IN-STATE” TUITIONA student or prospective student described in either part A orpart B below may be eligible for “In-State” tuition rates. Non-resident students described in Part B must submit a writtenappeal with documentation to the Tuition Eligibility Committee toobtain “in-state” tuition rates. The Tuition Eligibility Committeewill determine whether or not a student meets the criteria. TheCommittee’s decision is final. All written appeals should be for-warded with documentation directly to the Registrar at CalhounCommunity College.

Resident Student

A Resident Student shall be charged the in-state tuition rate estab-lished by the State Board of Education.

A Resident Student is an applicant for admission who is a citizenof the United States or a duly registered resident in the State of

Alabama for at least 12 months immediately preceding applica-tion for admission, or whose non-estranged spouse has residedand had habitation, home, and permanent abode in the State ofAlabama for at least 12 months immediately preceding applica-tion for admission. Consequently, an out-of-state student can-not attain Resident Student status simply by attending schoolfor twelve months in the State of Alabama.

In the case of minor dependents seeking admission, the parents,parent, or legal guardian of such minor dependent must haveresided in the State of Alabama for at least 12 months immedi-ately preceding application for admission. If the parents aredivorced, residence will be determined by the residency of theparent to whom the court has granted custody.

MINOR: An individual who because of age lacks the capaci-ty to contract under Alabama law. Under current law, thismeans a single individual under 19 years of age and a mar-ried individual under 18 years of age, but excludes an indi-vidual whose disabilities of non-age have been removed bya court of competent jurisdiction for a reason other thanestablishing a legal residence in Alabama. If current lawchanges, this definition shall change accordingly.

SUPPORTING PERSON: Either or both of the parents of thestudent, if the parents are living together or if the parentsare divorced or living separately, then either the parent hav-ing legal custody or, if different, the parent providing thegreater amount of financial support. If both parents aredeceased or if neither has legal custody, support personshall mean, in the following order: the legal custodian ofthe student, the guardian, and the conservator.

In determining Resident Student status for the purpose of charg-ing tuition, the burden of proof lies with the applicant for admis-sion.

A. Students participating in the Southern Regional ElectronicCampus (or any successor organization) shall be consideredResident Students for tuition purposes.

B. An individual claiming to be a resident shall certify by asigned statement each of the following:1. A specific address or location within the State of

Alabama as his or her residence.2. An intention to remain at this address indefinitely.3. Possession of more substantial connections with the

State of Alabama than with any other state.

C. Though certification of an address and in intent to remain inthe state indefinitely shall be prerequisites to establishingstatus as a resident, ultimate determination of that statusshall be made by the institution by evaluating the presence orabsence of connections with the State of Alabama. This eval-uation shall include the consideration of all of the followingconnections.1. Consideration of the location of high school gradua-

tion.2. Payment of Alabama state income taxes as a resident.3. Ownership of a residence or other real property in the

state and payment of state ad valorem taxes on theresidence or property.

4. Full-time employment in the state.5. Residence in the state of a spouse, parents, or children.

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6. Previous periods of residency in the state continuingfor one year or more.

7. Voter registration and voting in the state; more signifi-cantly, continuing voter registration in the state thatinitially occurred at least one year prior to the initialregistration of the student in Alabama at a public insti-tution of higher education.

8. Possession of state or local licenses to do business orpractice a profession in the state.

9. Ownership of personal property in the state, paymentof state taxes on the property, and possession of statelicense plates.

10. Continuous physical presence in the state for a pur-pose other than attending school, except for tempo-rary absences for travel, military service, and tempo-rary employment.

11. Membership in religious, professional, business,civic, or social organizations in the state.

12. Maintenance in the state of checking and savingsaccounts, safe deposit boxes, or investment accounts.

13. In-state address shown on selective service registra-tion, driver’s license, automobile title registration,hunting and fishing licenses, insurance policies, stockand bond registrations, last will and testament, annu-ities, or retirement plans.

Students determined to be eligible for resident tuition willmaintain that eligibility upon re-enrollment within one fullacademic year of their most previous enrollment unlessthere is evidence that the student subsequently has aban-doned resident status, for example, registering to vote inanother state. Students failing to re-enroll within one fullacademic year must establish eligibility upon re-enrollment.

Non-Resident Student (additional persons for residenttuition)

A Non-Resident Student, one who does not meet the stan-dard of having resided in the State of Alabama for at least 12months immediately preceding application for admission,shall be charged the in-state tuition rate established by theState Board of Education under the following circumstancesprovided such student is a citizen of the United States.

The dependent studenta. whose supporting person is a full-time permanent

employee of the institution at which the student isregistering; or

b. whose supporting person can verify full-time perma-nent employment in Alabama and will commence saidemployment within 90 days of registration; or

c. whose supporting person is a member of the UnitedStates military on full-time active duty stationed inAlabama under orders for duties other than attendingschool; or

d. whose supporting person is an accredited member ofa consular staff assigned to duties in Alabama.

The student is not a dependent (as defined by InternalRevenue Codes) whoa. is a full-time permanent employee of the institution at

which the student is registering or is the spouse ofsuch an employee; or

b. can verify full-time permanent employment within theState of Alabama or is the spouse of such an employ-ee and will commence said employment within 90days of registration with the institution; or

c. is a member of or the spouse of a member of theUnited States military on full-time active duty sta-tioned in Alabama under orders for duties other thanattending school; or

d. is an accredited member of or the spouse of anaccredited member of a consular staff assigned toduties in Alabama.

In determining Non-Resident Student status for the purpose of charg-ing tuition, the burden of proof lies with the applicant for admission.The college may request proof that the applicant meets the stipula-tions noted above prior to admission.

Students who reside in Lawrence, Lincoln, Wayne, or Giles countiesin Tennessee will be accessed tuition at the “in-state” rate upon sub-mission of documentation verifying residency.

II. OUT OF STATE STUDENTAny applicant for admission who does not fall into one of the cate-gories noted above shall be charged a minimum tuition of two timesthe resident tuition rate charged by that institution. All internationalstudents are accessed at the out-of-state rate and are not eligible forin-state rates.

Students initially classified as ineligible for resident tuition will retainthat classification for tuition purposes until they provide documenta-tion that they have qualified for resident tuition.

FINANCIAL AID

Financial aid is available at Calhoun Community College in a variety offorms. Students needing assistance with college expenses shouldcommunicate with personnel in the Office of Student FinancialServices at the following address:

Office of Student Financial ServicesCalhoun Community CollegeP.O. Box 2216Decatur, AL 35609-2216

FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS AVAILABLE at Calhoun CommunityCollege include the following:

1. Alabama Student Assistance Grants (ASAG)2. Federal Work-Study (FWS)3. Pell Grants4. Stafford Loan (SL)5. Dorothy B. Johnson Loan Fund6. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants

(FSEOG)7. Veterans’, Servicemembers’, and their Dependents’

Benefits8. Workforce Investment Act (WIA)9. Scholarships

a. Academicb. Calhoun Foundationc. Performing Artsd. Senior Adult Programe. Student Activity and Leadership

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WHO MAY APPLY FOR FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS?Federal Student Financial Aid Programs are Pell Grants, Stafford Loan(SL), Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG),Federal Work-Study (FWS), Alabama Student Assistance Grants(ASAG), and Workforce Investment Act (WIA).

To qualify for financial aid from one of these five programs, one must1. Be a U.S. citizen or be from the U.S. Trust Territory of

the Pacific Islands, Guam or the Northern MarinaIslands;

2. If you are a man who is at least 18 years old and bornafter December 31, 1959, be registered for the draftwith Selective Service or enlisted in the armed forces;

3. Have financial need;4. Be enrolled at least half-time;5. Be working toward a degree or certificate;6. Be making satisfactory academic progress;7. Have a high school diploma or a GED certificate, or

pass an independently administered test approved bythe U.S. Department of Education;

8. Not be in default at any institution on any loan or owea refund on any grant made under Title IV of theHigher Education Act of l965, as amended.

NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE TO THE ABOVE REGULATIONS.

FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION PROCEDURESExpenses for tuition, books, supplies, at-home maintenance, trans-portation, and miscellaneous personal costs are used in preparing anannual budget to help determine the applicant’s financial need.Therefore, those who qualify must apply for financial aid each year.

Students who qualify may apply for financial aid at any time. However,processing time is generally four to six weeks; therefore, begin theapplication process as early as possible. All financial aid applicationforms and instructions are available in the Office of Student FinancialServices as well as the capability to process electronically viawww.fafsa.org.

Priority in making awards for FSEOG and Federal Work-Study shall begiven to students completing the application process prior to April 1each year. Awards for applications submitted after the deadline will bebased on availability of funds.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES• Review and consider all information about Calhoun’s programs

before you enroll.

• Pay special attention to your application for student financial aid,complete it accurately and submit it on time to the right place.Errors can delay receiving your financial aid. Intentional misre-porting of information on application forms for Federal financialaid is a violation of the law and is considered a criminal offensesubject to penalties under the U.S. Criminal Code.

• Provide all additional documentation, verification, correctionsand/or new information requested by either the Office of StudentFinancial Services or the processing center where you submittedyour application.

• Read and understand all forms that you are asked to sign, andkeep copies of them.

• Accept responsibility for all agreements you sign.

• Perform, in a satisfactory manner, the work that is agreed uponin a Federal Work-Study job.

• Know and comply with the deadlines for application or reapplica-tion for aid.

• Understand the school’s refund policy.

• Maintain satisfactory academic progress for continued financialaid eligibility.

• Notify the Office of Student Financial Services if you are planningto attend another institution.

• Pay any tuition, fees or other expenses not paid by financial aidor scholarships by the deadlines.

REFUND POLICY

The Student Financial Aid (SFA) refund requirements only apply whenthe student fails to register for the period of enrollment for which heor she was charged. A refund is defined as the difference between theamount paid towards institutional charges (including financial aidand/or cash paid) and the amount the school can retain under theinstitutional refund policy.

The institution must calculate a refund using all possible refund poli-cies in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.

REPAYMENT POLICIESRecalculation PolicyA change in a student’s original enrollment status may result in arecalculation of Title IV benefits. Payment will be based on the stu-dent’s enrollment status on the first day of the semester. For studentswho totally withdraw, the institution will use the appropriate refundpolicy.

FWS and FCWS funds are not considered in the refund process.

Repayment PolicyThe SFA repayment requirement does not apply to a student whowithdraws from some classes, but continues to be enrolled in otherclasses.

A repayment is the unearned amount of direct disbursement to a stu-dent, which the student must pay back. If the institution determinesthat the student received Title IV funds in excess of the cost to attendschool that he or she could have reasonably incurred while still

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enrolled, then a portion of the Title IV funds was not earned and mustbe repaid by the student to the SFA programs.

Federal Work Study (FWS), Federal Community Work Study (FCWS),and Student Loan (SL) funds are excluded in the repayment policy.

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP)The academic records of all students receiving federal financial aidare reviewed annually. Students receiving financial aid are requiredto be in good standing and maintain satisfactory academic progress.

The academic records of all students are reviewed based on: (1) thenumber of credit hours attempted and percentage of credit hoursattempted completed; (2) cumulative grade point average (GPA); and(3) maximum time frame allowed to complete degree requirements.

Measure of ProgressHours Attempted % of Hours Cumulative

to be completed GPA8 – 21 58% 1.5022 – 32 62% 1.7533 – 66 66% 2.0067 and above 75% 2.00

Note: Letter grades of W, WP, WF, I, and IP are counted as hours attempted.Maximum Time FrameStudents will not be eligible for aid after carrying 96 credit hours(whether or not they received aid for all terms). A maximum of 20credit hours of remedial courses will be excluded from the 96 credithour determination. Title IV funds will only pay for 20 credit hours ofremedial courses. Students taking a course for an Audit (A) creditare not eligible for Title IV funds.

Financial Aid ProbationStudents not meeting the SAP requirements will be placed on finan-cial aid probation.

Students placed on financial aid probation must earn grades of ‘C’ orbetter in each class, with no withdrawals (grades of W, WP, WF, I,and IP calculate as hours attempted in the Financial Aid SAP Policy).

Students not meeting the above probationary requirements will besuspended from receiving financial aid. The student’s recourse at thispoint is through written appeal to the Financial Aid Committee.

Appeal PolicyA student who wishes to appeal a financial aid suspension must sub-mit a Claim of Hardship form to the Office of Student FinancialServices, where it will be forwarded to the Financial Aid Committeefor approval or denial. All decisions made by the Financial AidCommittee are final.

INFORMATION ON SPECIFIC FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS

1. ALABAMA STUDENT ASSISTANCE GRANTThe Alabama State Grant Program provides additionalassistance to undergraduates who demonstrateexceptional financial need. Students who receive PellGrants with the lowest family contribution figure (FC)are eligible. The Alabama State Grant is not a loan;therefore, the funds do not have to be paid back.

2. FEDERAL WORK-STUDYThe College Work-Study Program provides employ-ment for Calhoun students who need financial assis-

tance. Students work part-time for the college whileattending classes. Pell Grant applications are required.

3. DOROTHY B. JOHNSON LOAN FUNDThis fund is available to students with an immediatecash flow problem and may be used to cover the costof tuition and books. It may be repaid from grant orindividual accounts within the semester borrowed.

4. PELL GRANTThe Pell Grant Program provides financial assistancefor students who qualify for funds in order to attend apostsecondary educational institution. The grant maynot exceed an amount equal to 50% of the student’seducational and related expenses. A Pell Grant is not aloan; therefore, the funds do not have to be paid back.

5. STAFFORD LOANThe Stafford Loan (SL) program is a loan programwhere a student may borrow funds to cover his/hereducational expenses. Students may borrow either asubsidized or unsubsidized loan.

A subsidized loan is awarded on the basis of financialneed. You will not be charged any interest before youbegin repayment or during authorized periods ofdeferment. The federal government “subsidizes” theinterest during these periods.

An unsubsidized loan is not awarded on the basis ofneed. You’ll be charged interest from the time the loanis disbursed until it is paid in full. If you allow theinterest to accumulate, it will be capitalized; that is,the interest will be added to the principal amount ofyour loan and additional interest will be based uponthe higher amount. This will increase the amount youhave to repay. If you choose to pay the interest as itaccumulates, you’ll repay less in the long run.

a. If you are a first year student and a first-timeborrower, your first payment will not be dis-bursed until 30 days after the first day of classes.

b. Loan Entrancing Counseling is mandatory for allfirst-time borrowers.

c. Students placed on financial aid probation arenot eligible for the student loan program(s).

6. FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANTThe FSEOG Program provides additional assistance toundergraduates who demonstrate exceptional financialneed. Students who receive Pell Grants are eligible.The Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is nota loan; therefore, the funds do not have to be repaid.

7. VETERANS, SERVICEMEMBERS, AND THEIR DEPENDENTS’ BENEFITSThe Veterans Affairs Office is located in Room 101Rat the Huntsville/ Research Park Campus. Qualifiedstudents may also submit paperwork through theFinancial Aid Office in the Wallace AdministrationBuilding on the Calhoun campus. Appointments forDecatur area students may be arranged at the maincampus if the veteran has questions and concerns ormay call (256) 306-2500 or 890-4715. The VA Officeis the certifying authority for veterans, active duty ser-

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vice members, reservists and National Guard, anddependents that qualify for the federal program. TheVA Office serves as the link between the RegionalVeterans Affairs Office and The VA benefit recipientthat is enrolled at Calhoun Community College.

Calhoun Community College does not participate inthe VA Advanced Pay Program. Veteran students(except Chapter 31- Rehabilitation and Employment)are required to pay all tuition and fees. After certifica-tion has been sent to the Regional Office, the educa-tion benefits will be sent directly to the veteran.

Office HoursHuntsville/Research Park Campus Monday through Thursday

8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Decatur Campus Monday through ThursdayFinancial Aid 7:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Friday7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

FAX (256) 306-2948

To apply for the Alabama G.I. Dependents’Scholarship Program, please follow the procedurelisted below:

(1) Apply for certificate at your local county VeteransAffairs Office.

(2) When student receives certificate from theAlabama Department of Veterans Affairs inMontgomery, Alabama, contact Maria Wallace,Business Office, Calhoun Community College at(256) 306-2541 or 890-4700 or 1-800-626-3628.

Courses under Course Number 100 will not beapproved for students under this program. Benefitsinclude tuition, technology fee and books only. Facilityfees must be paid by the student each semester.

8. WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT (WIA) is a federallyfunded program to provide training assistance to dis-located individuals. Students may qualify for tuitionassistance, book allowances and tool assistance.Interested dislocated workers should apply at theirlocal Alabama State Employment Service.

9. SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS-IN-AID

a. ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPSMarch 15 is the date on which applications foracademic scholarships are due. Scholarshipapplications are available in the Office of StudentFinancial Services. Each application is reviewedby the Calhoun Scholarship Committee, and eachaward is based upon academic achievement.

b. CALHOUN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPSThe Calhoun Community College Foundation pro-vides tuition scholarships based upon a variety ofqualifying criteria. Recipients must have at leasta “B” average for high school grades and/ormaintain the average for courses taken atCalhoun. Scholarships are renewable for four

semesters unless otherwise specified in thescholarship guidelines.

c. PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPSPerforming Arts Scholarships are available forstudents in art, graphic design, photography,voice, instruments, drama, and music industry.Additional information is available from a facultymember in the Fine Arts Division.

d. SENIOR ADULT PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPSThis program provides tuition free admission forthose who are 60 years of age and older.Students must enroll for credit courses and meetcollege and program of study admission stan-dards. The award is based upon space availabili-ty in each course. Fees and other costs, otherthan tuition, are paid by the senior adult student.

e. STUDENT ACTIVITY AND LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPSThese scholarships are received by:

1. President, Vice-President, and Secretary/Treasurer of the Student GovernmentAssociation;

2. Editor and assistant editor or photographerof the college newspaper;

3. Head and Co-Head Warhawks; and4. President of Phi Theta Kappa.

If a student leaves the position for which thescholarship was awarded, the scholarship may bepassed to a successor. In addition, the studentleaving the leadership position will reimburse thecollege a prorated amount of the tuition scholar-ship based upon the amount of time remaining inthe college term.

Additional financial aid information can be obtained from the Officeof Student Financial Services.

BOOKSTORE

The College Bookstore is an auxiliary service owned and operated byCalhoun Community College. The purpose of the Bookstore is to pro-vide the college community with the widest possible selection ofgoods and services of high quality at equitable prices, with particularattention paid to academic requirements. For your convenience, weare located at Decatur and Huntsville/Research Park.

BUSINESS HOURS

DECATUR CAMPUSMonday-Thursday

7:45 a.m.-7:00 p.m.Friday

7:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

HUNTSVILLE/RESEARCH PARK CAMPUSMonday-Thursday

12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.4:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

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INSTRUCTIONAL INFORMATION AND REGULATIONS


METHOD OF PAYMENT

Payment may be made by either cash, personal check orMaster/Visa/Discover card. The following policy governs payment bycheck:1. You must present your current student identification card.2. Checks are accepted for the amount of purchase only.3. Checks must be made payable to the college (two party checks

and counter checks are not acceptable).4. Phone number, student number and address must be recorded

on face of check.

CASH REFUND POLICY

Full refund for textbooks will be granted provided the following condi-tions are met:1. Returns MUST be accompanied by Cash Register receipt and

drop or withdrawal slip.2. Books MUST be in NEW condition, free of all markings with pen,

pencil and erasers, etc. (used books obviously exempt). Thebookstore will make the decision as to the condition of the book.

3. Returns will be accepted only during the first 15 days of theterm for which they were purchased. After this period, refundsare considered on an individual basis.

4. Non-required course materials, supplies, clothing, etc. are notreturnable.

**Refund policy for purchases paid for by check or charge card willvary from above procedure.

BOOK BUY BACK POLICY

Textbooks may be sold to the Bookstore during final exams at theend of each semester. Book buyback will be conducted during regularbusiness hours. General buyback policy is as follows:1. You must present your student identification card.2. All titles will be considered 50% of retail price on current

Calhoun titles, Blue Book (wholesale) on all others. This includesoverstock, predicted changes and titles not used at Calhoun.

3. Normal markings and underlining expected; however, bookswith excessive markings, water stains, broken bindings, loosepages, heavily soiled, etc. will not be purchased.

SECURITY/POLICE

The office of the Director of Calhoun Police is located in the octagonbuilding beneath the flagpoles at the main entrance to the Decaturcampus. The office is open 24 hours a day. The campus police at theHuntsville/Cummings Research Park location can be contacted in theAdministrative office at that location. Officers are available wheneverclasses are in session. Calhoun police have the responsibility for thefollowing:

1. Assisting students2. Enforcing traffic and parking regulations3. Providing for parking and traffic flow for special events

(Students, faculty, and staff must notify security when spe-cial events are scheduled on campus)

4. Issuing decals5. Maintaining building security6. Responding to any emergency situation

Phone: (256) 306-2574 Emergency Phone: 306-2911Page : (256) 219-3459

NOTE: In case of a medical emergency, security will, at the indi-vidual’s expense, call an ambulance for transporting to anearby emergency room for treatment.


CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS

University ParallelStudents who plan to enroll for coursework which will transfer to afour-year institution are considered to be university parallel students.Enrollment may be for a minimum of one term or through completionof a two-year degree. Students should meet with an academic advi-sor to discuss programs of study and transfer requirements.

TransientStudents who have previously attended another college and who willbe enrolled for only one semester and then return to the college oforiginal enrollment are considered to be transient students. Studentsmust submit an official letter from the parent institution they havebeen attending which certifies that the credits earned will be acceptedby transfer.

Career, Technical and OccupationalStudents follow one of the career, technical, or occupational pro-grams which lead to a certificate or degree.

Course LoadStudents are classified according to the course load based on thecredit hours for which they are enrolled on a semester basis.

Credit Hour Loads Credit Hours

Full-Time 12 or moreThree-Fourths Time 9-11 One-Half Time 6-8Less Than Half Time 5 or less

NOTE: To be eligible for financial assistance a student typicallymust be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours.

Drop-and-Add PeriodThe drop and add period will be the first three days of each semesterexcluding summer and mini terms. If a course meets once per week,the period will extend to the beginning of the second official classmeeting day/evening. No grade will be assigned if a course isdropped during the drop/add period. See the section of this catalogon refund policy for refund information.

WithdrawalsA student who wishes to withdraw from a course(s) after thedrop/add period may do so by having a withdrawal/drop form com-pleted by Admissions/Records personnel or their designated repre-sentatives. A student may withdraw from a course(s) until the mid-point of the semester and be assigned the grade of “W” for eachcourse.

If a student wishes to withdraw from a course(s) after the midpoint ofthe semester, but before the last class day prior to the finals, aninstructor may assign a grade of “WP” if the student is passing at thetime of withdrawal or a “WF” if the student is failing at the time ofwithdrawal.

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GradesThe following letter symbols are used to indicate the student’s level ofachievement in courses taken:

A - Excellent (90-100)B - Good (80-89)C - Average (70-79)D - Poor (60-69)F - Failure (Below 60)

AU - AuditI - IncompleteIP - In ProgressW - WithdrawalWF - Withdrawal FailingWP - Withdrawal Passing

NOTE: Some programs and/or courses may require a highernumeric range than the standard noted above.

A, B, C, are letter grades which represent levels of accomplishmentsufficient to allow students to progress satisfactorily toward gradua-tion and/or prerequisite requirements.

D is a letter grade which indicates minimum level accomplishment.Some courses/programs require a minimum of a “C” grade toprogress to the next course or to remain eligible for continuation in aprogram of study.

F is the letter grade assigned to students who fail to meet minimumcourse requirements.

W, WP, and WF are letter grades assigned when a student withdrawsfrom a course/courses after the designated drop/add period. Thegrade of W is assigned to a student who officially withdraws from acourse(s) by the date designated as the midpoint of the term. Thegrade of WP may be assigned after the midpoint of the term and indi-cates the student is passing the course at the time of withdrawal. Thegrade of WF may be assigned after the midpoint of the term and indi-cates the student is failing at the time of withdrawal. The WF is puni-tive and will be calculated as an F in the grade point average.Withdrawal from course(s)/program(s) should be initiated by the stu-dent. Students must notify the Office of the Registrar of their intent towithdraw from a course, courses, or programs.

I as a letter grade indicates incompletion of course requirements;thus an “I” is not a satisfactory completion and will not allow a stu-dent to progress to the next course level. An “I” is awarded onlyunder extenuating circumstances. An “I” typically is used to signifythat an instructor has granted permission to a student to completework or that the Dean or designee has approved the student takehis/her final examination late. Other circumstances as approved bythe instructor and/or Dean or designee may be granted. The studentmust be aware that he is not to sign up for the course again, but tosee the instructor promptly and complete the course requirements.

Regardless of the circumstances, a grade of I must be changed by theend of the following term or it will be converted to an F.

IP as a letter grade indicates IN PROGRESS and may only be assignedto developmental credit courses, practicums, and internships. Theawarding of an IP is the option of the instructor, provided the studenthas been in regular attendance and has demonstrated conscientious

effort yet has not achieved course mastery. Students who receive anIP must repeat the course; it is not satisfactory completion.

Grade PointsA student’s academic standing or grade point average is a means toevaluate the overall quality of work being done. In order to performthis measure, the following grade points are assigned.

A 4 grade points per hourB 3 grade points per hourC 2 grade points per hourD 1 grade point per hourF 0 grade points per hourWF 0 grade points per hour

The student’s grade point average is obtained by dividing the totalgrade points earned by the total number of semester hours for whichthe grades of A, B, C, D, F, or WF are assigned. Marks of W, WP, I,IP, and AU do not affect the grade point average. A student musthave a total overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) on all coursesaccepted for graduation in order to be eligible for graduation fromCalhoun.

Grade Appeal ProcedureStudent grade appeals may be expected to occur in a large and com-plex institution. The prevailing philosophy of the institution is thatsuch appeals be handled informally if possible. Only after full andcomprehensive attempts have been made by students and faculty toresolve grade appeals have failed should a formal procedure be initiat-ed. It is self-evident that an appeal should be resolved as close to thebeginning of the institution’s organizational chart as possible; it is fur-ther self-evident that grade appeals be handled informally throughdiscussion if at all possible.

There is no appeal procedure if six months of calendar time haselapsed; therefore, the grade appeal procedure must be initiated bythe student within six months from the time the grade is received.There are two procedures for appealing a final grade. The first appliesif the appeal is within the first eight weeks of the semester immediate-ly following the one for which the grade was received. The secondfinal grade appeal procedure applies if the appeal is after the firsteight weeks of the succeeding term. (The summer term may beexcluded.)

A. Procedure for appealing a final grade during the first eightweeks of the following semester:

A student may appeal the final grade received for a courseby following the procedures outlined here. Grades receivedduring the academic term for performance, tests, or otheractivities are private and confidential material between thestudent and the instructor and are not intended to be cov-ered by the procedures. Daily grades may be consideredonly as evidence in the formal part of the appeal process,viewed solely on the basis of “a need to know,” and han-dled in such manner so as to continue confidentiality.

1. The student should consult with the instructor prompt-ly after receiving a final grade which he or she feels isunwarranted. If the appeal is not satisfied at this level,the Department or Division Chairperson should meetwith either or both in an informal attempt to reach clo-sure. The burden of proof in the grade appeal lies with

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the student. If the appeal is resolved at this point, a“memorandum of record” should be prepared by theDivision or Department Chairperson and be main-tained on file. The memorandum will serve as theinstitution’s record that the disagreement wasresolved informally.

2. If closure is not reached by using the informalapproach, the student may file a formal grade appealwith the appropriate Department or DivisionChairperson. This writing must be dated and filed withthe appropriate person prior to the midpoint of thesucceeding semester. (The summer term is excludedfrom the definition of “succeeding semester” except incases when the instructor who assigned the grade isteaching during the summer term.) The formal gradeappeal must state the reasons for the request, includethe dates involved, name the instructor who assignedthe grade, and include the previous attempts at resolv-ing the situation informally. The burden of proof inthe grade appeal lies with the student.

3. Prompted by the Department or Division Chairperson,the divisional grade appeal committee is limited to twocalendar weeks from the date of the appeal to convene,gather evidence, and conduct a hearing. Appropriateevidence in support of the appeal must be provided bythe student. However, the committee may request thestudent’s materials from the instructor in cases wherethe instructor possesses the evidence. Grade andattendance records may be requested of the instructor.However, neither tangential issues nor individual per-sonalities will be considered by the committee. Tomaintain the confidentiality of the hearing, only com-mittee members, the instructor, and the student maybe present at the proceedings.

Each division shall maintain a divisional grade appealcommittee. Divisions may elect members or membersmay be appointed by the division chair. The divisionalgrade appeal committee should contain no fewer thanthree full-time faculty members. Members shouldrotate off the committee on a yearly basis. If a com-mittee member is unable to serve due to involvementin the specific case being heard, the division chair willappoint a substitute for that particular case. The chair-person of the Divisional Grade Appeal Committee willbe elected by the membership and will have the fol-lowing duties: arrange times and places for the com-mittee meetings and hearings; inform in writing allparties of the committee’s activities; ensure that prop-er records are prepared, maintained, and safeguarded;and chair all meetings and hearings.

The Chair of the committee shall ensure that hearingsare reasonable and fair; that only matters properlybefore the committee are discussed; that meetingsand hearings are conducted in a professional atmos-phere; and that every attempt is made to protect theintegrity of the parties involved.

Committee members must be present at all hearingsin order to vote following deliberations. (If, in the

committee’s opinion, special experience or expertiseis necessary for sufficient information to be availableor if the appeal is of such sensitivity that it should nothear the appeal, the Chairperson shall so advise theDean of Instruction and Student Services or designee.The Dean will then appoint a special appeals commit-tee of institution-wide membership to hear the specificcase.)

4. Following the conclusion of the hearing, the commit-tee will deliberate privately as appropriate and preparea written recommendation for the Dean of Instructionand Student Services or designee to be submitted notlater than seven calendar days after the date of thehearing. Their recommendation will be either to retainthe grade or to alter it. If the recommendation is toalter, the specific grade after alteration will be indicat-ed. The recommendation should include a brief sum-mary of the facts of the hearing and the reasons forthe committee’s decision. The deliberations and rec-ommendation of the committee are confidential. Thecommittee may meet with the Dean of Instruction andStudent Services or designee at the Dean’s discretionto discuss actions, deliberations, and recommenda-tions.

5. The Dean of Instruction and Student Services ordesignee will provide a statement of the decision tothe student within one calendar week following thecommittee’s recommendation. Copies of the state-ment of decision will be provided to the appeal com-mittee, the Division Chairperson, and the faculty mem-ber involved. The decision of the Dean of Instructionand Student Services or designee is final. (CCC)

B. Procedure for appealing a final grade after the first eightweeks of the following semester:

Within six months from the time the student received thegrade being appealed, the student must initiate the processwith the instructor of the course for which the grade wasreceived. This appeal process is strictly informal in natureand must remain a discussion between the student and theinstructor of the course. The instructor’s decision is final.There is no appeal procedure for final grades if six monthsof calendar time has elapsed.

Course Forgiveness PolicyCourses undertaken at Calhoun may be repeated at Calhoun. The lastgrade earned excluding W, WP, and AU will be the grade used forgraduation audits. Courses may not be repeated at another institutionand used as a component of Calhoun’s Course Forgiveness Policy.

1. If a student repeats a course once, the second grade(excluding grades of W, WP, IP or AU) replaces the firstgrade in his/her cumulative grade point average if the stu-dent files a written request with the Admissions andRecords Office.

2. When a course is repeated more than once, all grades forthe course, excluding the first grade, will be employed incomputation of the cumulative grade point average provid-ed the student has requested course repeat as noted initem 1.

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Calhoun’s institutional policy.4. A student must request, by submission of the appropriate

form, that the Registrar implement the “CourseForgiveness” policy after a course has been repeated.

Auditing a Course

Instructions for auditing a course at Calhoun are as follow:

A. A student who desires to audit a course must be admittedto the College;

B. The student’s intent to audit a course must be made by theend of the registration period and may not be changedthereafter. The Registrar will designate the student’s auditstatus on the class roll;

C. The student who audits a course will complete the sameassignments as students who register for credit. In addi-tion, the instructor may require the student who audits totake examinations. Nursing students who audit a course donot attend extended clinical labs.

D. The cost of auditing a course is the same as for taking acourse for credit.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM CHANGING

Request for a change of academic program should be submitted inwriting to the Office of Admissions and Records.

Students should be aware of the possible consequences resultingfrom a change of academic program — transferability of coursescompleted, new requirements for graduation, job potential, etc.Students should confer with an advisor prior to initiating a change ofacademic program.

Students affected by VA regulations should consult Veterans Servicesstaff in the Financial Aid Office prior to initiating a change of major.

ACADEMIC BANKRUPTCY

A. A student may request in writing to the Registrar a declara-tion of academic bankruptcy under the following condi-tions:1. If fewer than three (3) calendar years have elapsed

since the semester for which the student wishes todeclare bankruptcy, he/she may declare academicbankruptcy on all coursework taken during that onesemester provided the student has taken a minimumof 18 semester hours of coursework at Calhoun sincethat semester. All coursework taken during thesemester for which academic bankruptcy is declared,including hours completed satisfactorily, will be disre-garded in the cumulative grade point average.

2. If three (3) or more calendar years have elapsed sincethe most recent semester for which the student wishesto declare bankruptcy, the student may declare acade-mic bankruptcy on all coursework taken during 1-3semesters/terms provided the student has taken aminimum of 18 semester hours of coursework atCalhoun since the bankruptcy semester occurred. Allcoursework taken, during semester(s) for which acad-emic bankruptcy is declared, including hours complet-

ed satisfactorily, will be disregarded in the cumulativegrade point average.

B. When academic bankruptcy is declared, the term “ACADE-MIC BANKRUPTCY” will be noted on the transcript for eachsemester affected. When academic bankruptcy is declared,the transcript will reflect the semester of its implementationand the transcript will be stamped “ACADEMIC BANKRUPT-CY IMPLEMENTED.”

C. A student may declare academic bankruptcy only once.D. Implementation of academic bankruptcy at Calhoun does

not guarantee that other institutions will approve suchaction. This determination will be made by the respectivetransfer institution(s).

Student Course Overloads

A full-time student must be enrolled for 12 semester credit hours ormore each term. Students may register for more than 19 semestercredit hours only with the written permission of the Dean ofInstruction and Student Services or designee. No student will beapproved for more than 24 semester credit hours in any one term forany reason. “Miniterms/minimesters” are only a part of a fullterm/semester and are not considered as stand-alone/individualterms. No more than two (2) laboratory courses will be approved aspart of any overload request.

To be considered for an overload, the student must meet the follow-ing criteria: 1. Have successfully completed a minimum of 18 semester credit

hours with Calhoun; and 2. have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA for all coursework completed at

Calhoun.

ADVANCED STANDING CREDIT

Credit by TransferRefer to General Principles for Transfer of Credit on page 18.

Credit from Nontraditional SourcesCalhoun Community College provides an opportunity for students toearn a reasonable amount of credit toward the Associate Degree orCertificate through methods other than formal classroom instruction.While nontraditional credit may apply toward degree and certificateprograms granted by the college, it should not be assumed that suchcredit will automatically be accepted by other colleges.

Not more than 25% of total credit required for any program may beawarded through nontraditional means towards a degree fromCalhoun. Students may not earn credit through nontraditionalsources for any course in which a grade has been previously received.The types of nontraditional credit and procedures to follow are listedbelow:

COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM-CLEPCalhoun Community College honors credit earned throughCLEP examinations provided appropriate scores areachieved and certain conditions are met. A minimum scoreat or above the 50th percentile is required for specificcourse credit.

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particular subject area. For example, elective credit inEnglish will not meet degree requirements of six hours ofcomposition.

Credit for SUBJECT EXAMINATIONS may be granted provided thestudent has not been enrolled for more than one week in the coursefor which credit is to be earned. CLEP credit is not granted for col-lege level courses previously failed, for courses in which credit forhigher level course work has been earned, or for both subject exami-nation and its course equivalent. The CLEP Subject Exam willsupercede the CLEP General Exam; credits will not be awarded for theSubject and General Exam in the same discipline.

CLEP SUBJECT EXAMINATIONS

Examination Approx. Score CCC Equivalent Sem. Hrs.Scores for computer based tests only.BusinessAccounting, Intro..................50 BUS 241-242 ..........................6Information Systems andComputer Applications .........50 CIS 130................................. 3Management, Prin. ...............50 BUS 275 ............................... 3Marketing, Prin.....................50 BUS 285 ............................... 3Composition and LiteratureAmerican Literature..............50 ENG 251-252 ..........................6Freshman CollegeComposition.........................50 ENG 101-102 ........................ 6English Literature .................50 ENG 261-262 ..........................6Science and MathematicsBiology .................................50 BIO 103 ................................ 4Calculus with Elem.Functions..............................50 MTH 125............................... 4Chemistry.............................50 CHM 111-112 .........................8College Algebra/ Trig. ...........50 MTH 113............................... 3Social SciencesAmerican History I................50 HIS 201 ................................ 3American History II ..............50 HIS 202 ................................ 3Human Growth & Dev. .........50 PSY 210................................ 3Macroeconomics..................50 ECO 231................................ 3Microeconomics...................50 ECO 232................................ 3Psychology, Intro. ................50 PSY 200................................ 3Sociology, Intro....................50 SOC 200 ............................... 3

The scores listed above are reflective of the computerized CLEPexamination. Students who have CLEP scores from a paper and penexamination should contact the Admissions and Records Office forminimum scores to determine credit awards. Scores are estimatesand subject to change without notice.

The policy of granting credit through CLEP at Calhoun CommunityCollege may differ from policies at other colleges. Check with othercolleges to obtain additional information. Area colleges offering theCLEP are Alabama A&M, Athens State University, and UAH.

POLICE ACADEMY WORKCredit may be available for completion of approved Peace OfficerTraining Courses/Programs. Consult the head of the LawEnforcement Program or the Registrar for information.

SPECIALIZED MILITARY TRAININGCalhoun adheres to policies prescribed by the Guide to the Evaluationof Educational Experiences in the Armed Services published by the

American Council on Education, in granting credit for military coursework.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR EXPERIENCECredit may be granted through the following methods only:1. Comprehensive Departmental Challenge Examinations; 2. CLEP General of Subject Examinations;3. An evaluation of training as detailed in the National Guide to

Educational Credit for Training Programs;4. Professional Secretary Certification (CPS);5. Other experiences which have been received by the American

Council on Education and credit recommendations published.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT TEST (AP)Credit for the Advanced Placement Test will be awarded for a mini-mum score of three on subject tests. A maximum of 18 credits maybe earned through the AP Program.

CAREER MOBILITY FOR PRACTICAL NURSESThirteen semester hours of nursing credit may be earned by chal-lenge examination. See Nursing-Career Mobility under the CollegeProgram section of this catalog for program entry requirement.

SPECIALIZED TRAINING WITH INDUSTRYCredit may be awarded for industry training provided:1. A specific contractual agreement is in effect.2. Industry training has been reviewed by the appropriate faculty in

the discipline affected and specific written credit recommenda-tions made and approved by the Dean or designee.

3. In no way shall this be interpreted as a means of reviewingindustry training on an individual basis. Calhoun CommunityCollege does not conduct portfolio reviews.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT VIA TECH PREP ARTICULATION AGREE-MENTSPlease refer to the Tech Prep section of this catalog for additionalinformation.

PROBATION AND SUSPENSION

A. Academic Standards of ProgressAccording to the number of hours a student has attemptedwith Calhoun, the following GPA levels must be met toremain in good academic standing:

1. 12-21 credit hours attempted at Calhoun, minimumcumulative GPA of 1.50;

2. 23-32 credit hours attempted at Calhoun, minimumcumulative GPA of 1.75;

3. 33 credit hours or more attempted at Calhoun, mini-mum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

B. Clear Academic StatusA student’s status is clear when the cumulative GPA is ator above the GPA required for the total number of credithours attempted at Calhoun.

C. Academic Probation1. When a student’s cumulative GPA is below the GPA

required for the number of hours attempted atCalhoun, the student is placed on AcademicProbation.

2. When a student on Academic Probation has a cumula-

tive GPA below the requirement based on hoursattempted at Calhoun, but the semester GPA is 2.00 orabove, the student remains on Academic Probation.

D. SUSPENSION - ONE SEMESTERWhen the cumulative GPA of a student on AcademicProbation remains below the GPA required for the totalnumber of hours attempted at Calhoun and the semesterGPA is below 2.00, the student is suspended for onesemester. The transcript will read SUSPENDED - ONESEMESTER.

E. SUSPENSION - ONE YEARA student readmitted after serving a suspension or uponappeal re-enters on Academic Probation. If the cumulativeGPA remains below the level required for the total numberof hours attempted at Calhoun and the semester GPA isbelow 2.00, the student will be suspended for one calendaryear. The student’s transcript will read SUSPENDED - ONEYEAR.

F. APPEAL OF SUSPENSIONA student who wishes a reconsideration of his/her suspen-sion, whether it is for one semester or for one year, must doso in writing to the College Admissions Committee. Thestudent may present a rationale and/or mitigating circum-stances in support of his/her request for readmission. Thedecision of the Admissions Committee for an appeal is final.

ATTENDANCE POLICIES

Regular class attendance is important for students to gain anddemonstrate competency in course concepts and skills. Students areexpected to accept responsibility for class attendance and to completein-class work assignments and examinations as scheduled by theinstructor.

Class attendance will not be used in determination of grades; howev-er, some programs require attendance for program accreditation orcertification. Students should consult departmental policies or guide-lines for details.

Final Examination AttendanceAttendance at final examinations is mandatory. Such examinationsare administered in all academic subjects at the end of each semester

in accordance with an examination schedule issued by the Dean ordesignee. Any student who must miss a final examination has theresponsibility of notifying his/her instructor to make arrangements totake the final examination on an alternate date, if possible. This isaccomplished by filling out a form entitled “Permission to Alter FinalExamination Schedule” which may be obtained in divisional/depart-mental offices. One copy of the form is retained by the faculty mem-ber and one copy is retained by the student. Faculty members shouldnot change the published class examination schedule without priorapproval from the Dean or designee.

RECOGNITION OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

President’s ListCalhoun publishes a President’s List at the end of each semester. ThePresident’s List contains the names of all students carrying 12 ormore semester hours who have earned a grade point average of 4.00.Developmental courses will not count toward minimum course loadrequirement for academic recognition.

Dean’s ListCalhoun publishes a Dean’s List at the end of each semester. TheDean’s List contains the names of all students carrying 12 or moresemester hours who have earned a grade point average of 3.50through 3.99 and who have made no grade below a “C.”Developmental courses will not count toward minimum course loadrequirement for academic recognition. The GPA is figured by semes-ter, and the Dean’s List is not based on the student’s cumulative GPA.

Phi Theta KappaCalhoun students who compile a 3.5 grade point average for 12semester hours of non-remedial course work are invited to join SigmaLambda Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the International Honor Societyfor two-year colleges. Once admitted, members must maintain at leasta 3.00 GPA to retain membership. Phi Theta Kappa members partici-pate in scholastic and community service activities as well as socialevents and leadership training. Members may qualify for numerousscholarships to four-year colleges and universities throughout theUnited States. Phi Theta Kappa members are authorized to wear theprestigious gold membership pin after induction, and the distinctivegold tassel and stole with their graduation gown. The transcripts ofPhi Theta Kappa members are stamped with the distinctive honorsseal when forwarded to other colleges or universities. Membership inthe society is considered an asset for an employment resume.

GRADUATIONCalhoun Community College awards the Associate in Arts, theAssociate in Science, and the Associate in Applied Science Degrees,and Certificates for non-degree programs.

DEGREESThe Associate of Arts Degree is awarded to students who complete aplanned university parallel program and the General EducationMinimum Requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree as outlinedin this catalog.

The Associate of Science Degree is awarded to students who com-plete a planned program in a specific field or area of concentration. Amajority of the Associate of Science Degree Programs are designedfor those students who plan to transfer to four-year institutions and

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pursue programs of study requiring specialization on the freshmanand sophomore levels. However, certain Associate of Science DegreePrograms are intended as two-year career-level programs.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree is awarded to studentswho satisfy the requirements of a specific career, technical, or occu-pational degree program as outlined in this catalog.

Degree Requirements1. a. Seven year review. Students who have had an

extended stay with Calhoun Community Collegemay have coursework completed that is nolonger valid. Therefore, any applicant for gradua-tion who has coursework more than seven yearsold may be required to repeat coursework beforea degree/certificate is awarded to insure that theirskills and knowledge are at today’s standards.

b. Determine degree requirements for approved cat-alog. Students may elect to graduate usingcourse requirements under the catalog in effectat the time of enrollment (provided thecourses/programs are still available and under-standing that a seven year review of courses willoccur) or the catalog in effect at the time of grad-uation. Any exception to the catalog rule must beapproved by the registrar upon submission of anapplication for graduation.

2. Complete 60 - 72 semester hours of college creditwork in planned program of study. (Courses consid-ered as developmental will not apply to degreerequirements.)

3. Earn a minimum grade point average of 2.00 in allcourses taken for graduation.

4. Complete at least 16 semester hours at CalhounCommunity College.

5. Be enrolled during the semester the degree is earned;or with the approval of the Dean or designee, a stu-dent may graduate if, within a calendar year of the lastsemester of attendance, he/she transfers to Calhounno more than 6 credit hours required for completionof the program. A minimum grade of “C” is required inthe courses transferred.

6. Submit an application for graduation to the Office ofAdmissions and Records at least one semester beforegraduation. Submit appropriate graduation fee toBusiness Office.

7. Clear all procedural, operational, and financial obliga-tions to the college.

CERTIFICATES

Certificates are awarded to those students who successfully completethe designated requirements in career programs.

HONOR GRADUATES

To graduate with honor, a student must maintain the following qualitypoint average on all college level course work considered for degreerequirements.

Cum Laude 3.50 to 3.69 GPAMagna Cum Laude 3.70 to 3.89 GPASumma Cum Laude 3.90 to 4.00 GPA

VISITING STUDENT PROGRAMA cooperative arrangement exists with Alabama A & M University,Athens State University, Oakwood College, the University of Alabamain Huntsville, and Calhoun Community College. Under this arrange-ment, a student at any of the participating institutions may requestpermission to attend a class at one of the other schools. Conditionsgoverning the granting of permission include the following:

1. The student must be a full-time student.2. The student must have an overall “C” average.3. The course desired must be unavailable at the stu-

dent’s home institution but be included in the stu-dent’s home institution catalog.

4. The student’s request must be approved by the stu-dent’s advisor and other appropriate personnel.

5. Permission of the institution teaching the course isdependent upon availability of space for the visitorafter its own students are accommodated.

6. Distance Education and CIS courses are restrictedenrollment and are not normally available to visitingstudents.

7. Enrollment in courses is subject to appropriate pre-requisite and/or placement testing.

Any student interested in participating in the Visiting Student Programshould contact the Office of Admissions for additional information.

NOTE: Enrollment in courses is subject to appropriate prerequisiteand/or placement testing.

LIBRARY SERVICES

http://lib.calhoun.edu/lib/

Mission: We put information in the hands of users.

Brewer Library, Decatur CampusThe mission of the Albert P. Brewer Library, located on the DecaturCampus, is to put information in the hands of users. Books, eBooks,magazines, journals, newspapers, CD-ROM databases, videotapes,books-on-tape, microform, and reserve shelf materials are available.Computers provide access to online library resources through theBrewer Library/LRC website at http://lib.calhoun.edu/lib/.

Calhoun students (including Dual Enrollment) and faculty have onlineaccess to an array of licensed, online databases offered through theAlabama Virtual Library. Thousands of magazines, journals, newspa-pers, and trade publications offer full-text articles that can be printedfrom networked printers or e-mailed. All licensed, online databasesare accessible on campus from networked computers and all areaccessible remotely via authentication of a Username and Password.Information for remote access can be found on the CalhounLibrary/LRC website at http://lib.calhoun.edu/lib/unpw.html.

Telecourse video and audiotapes (CBC) are available at the Librarycirculation desk for check out by students enrolled in CBC courses. Acollection of educational videotapes housed in Media Services ismade available campus wide for viewing on demand in classrooms,laboratories, library study carrels, the VIP Room, and hyper-lecturingclassrooms via the closed circuit campus television system.

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catalog (OPAC) enables users to search and locate books and eBooksin the collections of area libraries as well as the Brewer Library.Interlibrary loan is provided by the circulation staff to students, facul-ty, and staff who want to borrow a book held by an LMN library. Thelibrary catalog is available from the Brewer Library/LRC website athttp://lib.calhoun.edu/lib/.

Reciprocal borrowing privileges are in place for Calhoun students toborrow books at the libraries of Athens State University and AlabamaA&M University without a charge. The UAH Library charges a $15annual fee for the checkout of materials. All three libraries require thepresentation of valid identification that identifies the student as regis-tered at Calhoun for the current semester.

Point-of-use instruction, personal assistance in conducting libraryresearch and traditional reference services are available at all timesthe Library is open. Electronic reference service is available throughthe Library/LRC website. Hands-on instruction may be scheduledwithin the Library Instruction Room that is equipped with 23 studentworkstations by calling 256/306-2777. Orientation is providedthrough handouts, library guides, flyers, posters, the Library/LRCwebsite, and a RealOne module available on the website.

For more information, including hours, please access the BrewerLibrary/LRC website.

Learning Resources Center, Huntsville CampusThe Learning Resources Center was opened in June 1998, at theHuntsville, Research Park campus.

Computer workstations offer access to licensed, online databasesavailable through the Alabama Virtual Library. Articles may be printedfrom networked printers or e-mailed. These licensed databases withfull-text articles are accessible to Calhoun students and faculty fromnetworked computers on the Huntsville and Redstone sites andremotely (Off Campus) via a Username and Password. Information forremote access is found at http://lib.calhoun.edu/lib/unpw.html.

The library catalog (OPAC) displays the holdings in the LRC as well asthe Brewer Library and includes the 27,400 eBooks available fromNetLibrary. Students at the Huntsville campus may request a bookfrom Brewer Library through interlibrary loan by making the requestto the LRC circulation desk staff. A courier delivers books fromBrewer Library to the LRC for checkout.

A small collection of paper magazines, journals, and newspapers isavailable for casual reading.

A Virtual Reference Desk available on the Library/LRC website offersgeneral reference resources such as dictionaries and directories aswell as information by subject. Subjects are arranged by academicdivisions of the college.

A small collection of Human Resources books and magazines isowned by the North Alabama Chapter of Human ResourcesManagement and housed at the LRC. Accessed through the LibraryCatalog, this collection is processed and maintained by theLibrary/LRC staff and available for use within the LRC by Calhoun stu-dents and faculty.

The Huntsville Literary Association contributes books to the LRC inthe field of Southern Literature.

College-by-Cassette video and audiotapes are available for checkoutat the LRC Circulation Desk by students enrolled in CBC courses.CBC video Information Sessions, provided by some instructors forselected courses, are available at the LRC for viewing. LRC librariansoffer library instruction to English 101 classes taught at the Huntsvilleand Redstone sites.

For more information, including hours, access the BrewerLibrary/LRC website at http://lib.calhoun.edu/lib/.

Center for the Study of Southern Political CultureThe Center for the Study of Southern Political Culture (CSSPC) is anarchive and exhibit of political literature and related items fromnational, state, and local campaigns and political activities such as theCivil Rights Movement. The collection is housed in the LRC at theResearch Park campus in Huntsville. It is currently open by appoint-ment. Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. Waymon E. Burke, ProjectDirector.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Calhoun Community College provides through a Child DevelopmentCenter located on the Decatur campus, high quality education andchild care to children of Calhoun students, faculty, and staff within theCalhoun service area. A fee for service is required.

STUDENT AFFAIRSPHILOSOPHY The belief of each member of the Student Affairs staff at CalhounCommunity College is that all people should have the opportunity toreach their maximum potential. Dedicated to this belief are the func-tions which comprise Student Affairs: Admissions and Records;Advising Services; Career Services; Counseling Services; JudicialServices; Services for Persons with Disabilities; Student SupportServices; Minority Student Affairs; Upward Bound; StudentActivities/Student Center; Student Orientation; Student Recruitment;Testing Services; and Student Financial Services.

The message from the Student Affairs Division to students and arearesidents is, “Calhoun cares about you.” The following explain howStudent Affairs programs work.

STUDENT SERVICES

ADVISING CENTERS Academic advising for students at Calhoun Community Collegeoccurs in the Advising Centers. The Centers are located on the sec-ond floor of the Chasteen Student Center at the Decatur campus, atthe Huntsville/Cummings Research Park campus, and at the RedstoneArsenal. The Center is staffed by counselors and academic advisors.Advisors receive training in all areas of academic advising includingadmissions and records, placement testing, computer training, inter-personal/communication skills, and program/scheduling.

Also available in the Advising Centers is access to the AlabamaArticulation Program (also called STARS - Statewide ArticulationReporting System). STARS is a computerized articulation and transferplanning system designed to inform students who attend Alabama

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Community Colleges about degree requirements, course equivalents,and other transfer information pertaining to specific majors at eachstate funded four-year institution. STARS is an efficient and effectiveway of providing students, counselors, advisors, and educators withaccurate information upon which transfer decisions can be made.Students who are interested in receiving STARS information should logon to the STARS home page at http://stars.troyst.edu. Students whodo not have internet access need to visit one of the Advising Centers.

Incoming students meet with Advising Center personnel prior to orduring their initial semester. Subsequently, students with declaredacademic programs are advised within academic departments.Students who have not declared an academic program, who arechanging academic programs, or who choose for personal reasons todo so, continue to be advised through the Advising Center.

CAREER SERVICES The Career Services Center, located on the second floor of theChasteen Student Center, provides career information for all interest-ed community residents as well as all Calhoun Community Collegestudents. This information includes career interest inventories,career guidance, career information, educational information, and jobsearch skills information. Also available is ACT’s Discover, a comput-erized system which provides information about career and educa-tional opportunities. This can be accessed via the web by callingCalhoun’s Career Services Office for a password. All of these servicesare provided free of charge to all interested persons. An appointmentmay be necessary.

The Job Placement service is available only for Calhoun students oralumni. Assistance is available for those seeking part-time, full-time,or summer employment. Many area businesses and industries con-tact the Career Services Center concerning their employment needs.Employers from other areas are invited to recruit on our campus tointerview students in various disciplines. A Career Information Fair isheld each year during the spring semester.

COUNSELING SERVICESCounseling Services are located on the second floor of the ChasteenStudent Center on the Decatur campus and at the Huntsville/ResearchPark campus. The goal of Counseling Services is to foster the growthand development of each student as a unique individual. CounselingServices are limited and serve as a resource point for communityreferral agencies.

EMERGENCIES In case of medical emergencies, the college’s Security/PoliceDepartment will have the student, at his/her expense, transported byambulance to a nearby emergency room for treatment.

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARS’ BOWL PROGRAM Calhoun sponsors a Scholars’ Bowl for area high schools. Teamsfrom schools in each division compete in a round robin competition,answering questions from a wide variety of fields and disciplines.

SERVICES FOR SPECIAL STUDENT POPULATIONSCalhoun Community College has established a central office to coor-dinate matters pertaining specifically to the needs, problems, and/orconcerns of minority students including Black, Hispanic and interna-tional students, displaced homemakers, single parents and othersdesiring special attention. Persons desiring information or assistanceare invited to contact this office. Directed by a full-time counselor andcollege administrator, the office is located on the second floor of theChasteen Student Center.

ORIENTATION TO COLLEGE - PSY 100 Orientation to College (PSY 100) is taught by Student Affairs person-nel and serves to introduce the beginning student to college life. Thestudent will become aware of college policies and procedures; begiven a chance for objective introspection; and be provided assis-tance in the selection of a career and in the improvement of jobsearch skills. Student Orientation is designed to benefit all students.This one credit hour course is required for all students placing in atleast two developmental areas on the placement exam.

PRE-ADMISSION SERVICES - STUDENT RECRUITMENT The Pre-admission Services personnel’s major function is the recruit-ment of students. Calhoun representatives provide information toprospective students through various off-campus visitation pro-grams. In addition, the Pre-admission Services personnel arrangecampus-wide tours and other recruiting activities. Contact theAssistant Dean of Student Affairs for additional information.

SERVICES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIESCalhoun Community College provides environmental and program-matic access for persons with documented disabilities as defined inSection 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans withDisabilities Act of 1990. Any student or employee who desires infor-mation about or assistance in arranging needed services for a dis-abling condition should contact the Director of Services for SpecialStudent Populations. The office is located on the second floor of theChasteen Student Center.

STUDENT ACTIVITIESStudent activities at Calhoun present various opportunities for stu-dents to participate in educational experiences not otherwise provid-ed in the curriculum. The student activities program at CalhounCommunity College is the responsibility of the students through theStudent Government Association. The purpose of the StudentGovernment Association is to represent every student as a direct lineof communication to staff, faculty, and administration. The StudentGovernment Association operates under the direction and supervisionof the Student Activities Facilitator.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESStudent Support Services is a federally-funded program designed toenhance student academic success while attending college. The pro-gram provides free services and activities to eligible students in thefollowing areas: Academic counseling and advising, tutoring, financialassistance, career development, seminars, and cultural events.Eligibility for participation in the Student Support Services program islimited to those applicants who meet the following criteria: 1) mustbe a citizen or meet residency requirements for federal student finan-cial assistance; 2) must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment atCalhoun Community College; 3) must be a first generation collegestudent (neither parent graduated from college with a bachelor’sdegree); 4) must meet low income status as established by the USCensus Bureau; and 5) students with disabilities are eligible.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATIONThe SGA is active student self-government. Its purpose is to encour-age mutual respect among students, faculty, and administrators; topromote the involvement of students in community programs andprojects; to provide social and recreational outlets for all students;and to function as an organized and realistic laboratory throughwhich students may acquire and “try out” those skills necessary forliving in and improving their communities. Calhoun CommunityCollege encourages student participation in institutional decision-making. The SGA represents student views to the college administra-

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tion through representation on the College Council, College Cabinet,Discipline Committee, and the Parking/Traffic Appeals Committee, aswell as other special appointments. Calhoun’s College Council con-sists of all full-time faculty, counselors, librarians, and administrators;selected representatives of the part-time faculty; and members of theSupport Personnel Council and SGA. The College Cabinet consists ofelected representatives from the above groups and serves as theexecutive group for the College Council. All students should take anactive part in the SGA by (1) voting in every election; (2) taking theinitiative to run for offices; and (3) conveying ideas and/or requests toelected student representatives.

The office of the SGA is located in the Chasteen Student Center, withregular hours maintained by the student government officials. All stu-dents are urged to meet with their representatives and to take anactive part in the affairs of the student government.

STUDENT PUBLICATIONSThe student newspaper is produced as a project of the MCM/Studentpublication classes. The college provides an instructor for the classthrough the academic budget and students receive a grade for thework done on the newspaper. The funding for the activities of theclass are provided through the student activities budget.

Muse, an annual journal that highlights student poetry, prose, art, andphotography, is a project of the Language Arts Department. The chair-person of the Humanities Division appoints a committee to overseethe product. Funding for Muse is provided through the Language Artsbudget.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND CLUBS

Campus Organizations

Student Government AssociationCollege Daze (Student Newspaper)Warhawk Hosts and Hostesses

Clubs

Allied Health Students Assn.BACCHUS/SADDBlack Students’ Alliance ClubCampus MinistriesThe CenturionsCriminal Justice ClubDental Assistants ClubDrama ClubI.A.A.P. (International Association of Administrative Professionals)MENC (Music Club)Native American ClubNursing Students AssociationPhi Theta KappaPhotography ClubPractical Nursing ClubSigma Kappa Delta (English)S.P.A.C.E. (Students Promoting Action/Community Education)Starving Student ArtistsVocational and Industrial Clubs of America (VICA)

INTRAMURAL SPORTSAn Intramural Sports Program is offered through the PhysicalEducation Department during the fall and spring semesters. Students

currently enrolled in the college are eligible to participate. Contact thePhysical Education Department for more information.

WELLNESS CENTERThe Wellness Center offers a variety of cardiovascular machines:computerized treadmills, stairmaster, stationary bicycles, NordicTrack machine, and Reebok Body Trec elliptical machine. The centeralso offers a variety of strength training equipment: Nautilus equip-ment, Universal weight machine, and free weights. Full dressingrooms and shower facilities are available. Students have access to theWellness Center by enrolling in a variety of Physical Education cours-es: Fundamentals of Fitness, General Conditioning, and PersonalFitness. If not enrolled in a physical education class, students maypurchase a Wellness Center membership for $25 per semester. Payfee in the Calhoun Business Office and verify enrollment with receiptin the Wellness Center. Hours of operation vary each semester. TheCalhoun Wellness Center is located in Kelley Gymnasium, K-125 onthe Decatur campus. Contact the Physical Education Department foradditional information.

TESTING SERVICES

Testing is a Student Affairs function composed of the following:

Placement Testing

All students are required to complete a Placement Test in English andmathematics prior to registering for a course in these disciplines (seeexemptions below). The placement test is administered by appoint-ment throughout each semester at the Decatur campus, at theHuntsville/Research Park campus, and at Redstone Arsenal. No fee ischarged for this test. Students should contact the Advising Center onthe Decatur campus, the Huntsville/Research Park campus orRedstone extension to schedule an appointment for the test.

Exemptions

Any student who has graduated from high school within the last twoyears and has his/her SAT or ACT reports on file with Calhoun may beexempt from the placement testing requirement if the following mini-mum scores are met: 480 SAT verbal, 480 SAT math or 20 ACTEnglish or 20 ACT math.

General Education Development Testing Service

Calhoun Community College’s General Education Development (GED)Testing Service is a program of the American Council on Education.Our primary mission is to provide a reliable process for certifying thatadults possess the major and lasting outcomes of a traditional highschool education. Calhoun Community College accepts the GED diplo-ma as a component for admission.

• Pre-registration is mandatory.• Alabama residency is required.• Candidates must be eighteen (18) years of age; exceptions

require approval.• Test fees are applicable.• Special accommodations are available upon approval.

The GED Testing Center is located on the second floor of the ChasteenStudent Center (Decatur campus). For more information call (256)306-2610.

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UPWARD BOUND

Upward Bound is a federally-funded program designed to encouragehigh school students to complete their secondary education and pur-sue higher education. Sixty high school students from LawrenceCounty are selected to participate in this program.

The Upward Bound Program provides free tutorial services, personaland academic counseling, cultural opportunities, college visitations,and enrichment classes throughout the school year and during a sixweek period in the summer. Seniors in the program may also attendregular summer school classes at Calhoun Community College free ofcharge the summer immediately after graduation from high school.They are eligible to take a full load of classes at no cost for tuition.

Lawrence County students in grades 9-12 may be eligible to takeadvantage of opportunities available through Upward Bound. To beselected, students must have an interest in attending college, and/orbe a first generation college student or exhibit economic need.

PERKINS VOCATIONAL AND TECHNOLOGY COUNSELING PROGRAM

The Perkins Vocational and Technology Counseling Program is a fed-eral program made available by a grant from the U.S. Department ofPostsecondary Education and is designed to enhance the successrate of students enrolled in technology or applied science programswho are disabled, academically disadvantaged, or economically dis-advantaged.

Services provided by this grant include personal counseling, financialaid counseling, academic advising, and advising in the area of careerplanning, tutorial assistance, and other college services. Additionalbenefits provided by the grant include use of a Book Loan Library,accessibility/physical accommodations, assistance with purchasingspecial materials or equipment, and an equipment checkout programwhich includes such items as word processors, tape recorders, spellcheckers, and calculators. Eligible students include those with a dis-ability, in academic trouble, or in financial distress and on a financialassistance program such as Pell Grant, Rehab, JTPA, Food StampProgram, etc. They must be pursuing studies in the area of technolo-gies or any applied program of study.

The Technology Counselor is Ms. Chrystal Jones. Her office is locat-ed in the Aerospace Training Center (ATC) on the Decatur campus,phone (256) 306-2608. Ms. Jones is also available in the AdvisingCenter during peak registration times. Her hours are generally 9:00a.m. until 12:00 noon in the Advising Center.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

ADULT EDUCATION (AE)

This program offers adults the opportunity to improve their academicskills. Instruction is on an individualized basis, and each participantbegins by taking a diagnostic test to determine his/her individualneed. The student and instructor design a program to help reach thestudent’s goals. A student may begin study at any level from the mostbasic reading to preparation for taking the high school equivalencytest or GED. Contact the AE office at 256/306-2830.

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION

Calhoun Community College’s Cooperative Education Programaffords students the opportunity to acquire on the job experiencebefore graduation by combining studies at Calhoun with a relatedwork experience in business/industry. The program offers two workplans, the Parallel Plan and the Alternating Plan. The Parallel Planallows the student to work on a part-time basis (a minimum of 20hours per week) in a job directly related to his/her academic majorwhile attending school on a full-time basis. Under the AlternatingPlan, students alternate semesters of study at Calhoun with semes-ters of full-time work in business/industry.

RequirementsParticipation in the Cooperative Education Program is open to stu-dents who maintain an overall 2.0 grade point average, a 3.0 gradepoint average in subjects directly related to the major area of studyand have completed one full semester (12 semester hours) atCalhoun.

Application ProceduresStudents who wish to be considered for the Cooperative EducationProgram should complete the following steps:

1. Submit an “Application for Cooperative Program” form, whichmay be obtained from the Cooperative Education Office;

2. Provide a Calhoun Community College transcript and currentclass schedule;

3. Be recommended in writing by an instructor in his/her major;4. Contact the Cooperative Education office for an appointment.

SERVICEMEMBERS’ OPPORTUNITY COLLEGE

Calhoun has been designated as an institutional member ofServicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC), a group of over 400colleges and universities providing voluntary postsecondary educa-tion to members of the military throughout the world. As a SOCmember, Calhoun recognizes the unique nature of the militarylifestyle and has committed itself to easing the transfer of relevantcourse credits, providing flexible academic residency requirements,and crediting learning from appropriate military training and experi-ences. SOC has been developed jointly by educational representativesof each of the Armed Services, the Office of the Secretary of Defenseand a consortium of thirteen leading national higher education asso-ciations; it is sponsored by the American Association of StateColleges and Universities (AASCU) and the American Association ofCommunity Colleges (AACC).

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SERVICEMEMBERS OPPORTUNITY COLLEGESASSOCIATE DEGREE

In addition to its SOC membership, Calhoun is one of approximately50 institutions providing occupational and flexible SOCAD programson over 200 Army installations worldwide. These programs lead toassociate degrees, and most of them correspond to enlisted and war-rant officer job specialties. Through prior agreement, students inSOCAD programs

• have a residency credit limited to 1/4 of total degreerequirements taken at any time;

• are awarded credit for experience in their military occupa-tional specialty (MOS) and service schools as appropriateto their program;

• have a SOCAD Student Agreement completed as their offi-cial evaluation stating remaining degree requirements andeliminating the need for reevaluating of previous credit; and

• are guaranteed that courses listed in transferability charts inthe SOCAD Handbook will be accepted for degree require-ments within each curriculum area.

Calhoun accepts eligible family members as SOCAD students.

TECH PREP

Tech Prep is a program of study designed to prepare students fortoday’s technologically demanding workplace. Tech Prep is a blend-ing of both challenging technical training and applied academic cours-es in mathematics, science, and communications. The Tech Prep pro-gram involves four (4) years of study in high school, followed by two(2) years of postsecondary education.

Calhoun Community College is a member of the “AdvancedTechnologies” Tech Prep consortium with Athens City Schools,Decatur City Schools, Hartselle City Schools, Limestone CountySchools, Madison City Schools, and Morgan County Schools.

Articulation agreements, which award college credit for identified highschool coursework completed under the Tech Prep program, havebeen established in the areas of technology, business, and computerinformation systems. Calhoun Community College is working withhigh schools in the consortium, as well as high schools in Lawrenceand Madison Counties, to develop additional agreements in these andother areas such as child development and health care.

If you are interested in more information about Tech Prep, call256/306-2665.

DISTANCE EDUCATION

Distance Education is the use of technology to provide instruction tostudents who desire to learn outside the regular classroom; it is a wayof taking college credit courses in your home or community. DistanceEducation courses combine academic quality, rigorous challenge, andconvenience. Calhoun offers a variety of courses for the distancelearner. Distance Education at Calhoun includes three instructionaltechnologies: college by cassette, compact disc (CD), or web-basedinternet. In College by Cassette and College by Compact Disk (CD),students register for the course and receive instruction on pre-record-ed video tapes, compact disk, or a combination of these technologies.Internet courses require that students access the World Wide Web

from their home or work. Students needing more information aboutDistance Education should contact the Dean or designee’s Office,(256) 306-2619.

WEEKEND COLLEGE

Weekend College is available at the Huntsville/Research Park locationduring Fall and Spring semesters. Most classes meet on Friday nightsand on Saturday mornings. For more information regarding Weekendclasses in Huntsville, call (256) 890-4700. The semester scheduleincludes all weekend course offerings.

CAMPUS INFORMATION

DECATUR CAMPUS

Calhoun’s Decatur campus offers classes from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday.Most student support offices are open from 7:45 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.,Monday through Thursday, and 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Friday. TheDecatur campus includes classrooms; Brewer Library; labs for tech-nologies, sciences, and allied health; physical education facilities andthe Wellness Center. Directions and information are available 24hours a day at the Security Building, located at the main entrance onthe Decatur campus.

Evening classes are available for students who have special schedul-ing needs or who prefer to attend classes in the late afternoon orevening. These working and motivated students are considered a vitalpart of Calhoun Community College. The evening program is gov-erned by the same policies and procedures as day classes. Studentservices and academic requirements are also the same for all stu-dents at the college.

HUNTSVILLE/RESEARCH PARK CAMPUS

For students who wish to take Calhoun classes in the Huntsville area,Calhoun offers courses each semester at its Huntsville campus inCummings Research Park at 102 Wynn Dr. The Huntsville/ResearchPark location provides evening classes in most general educationsubjects. Teaching commences at 4:00 p.m. Classes are offered on

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Monday-Wednesday, Tuesday-Thursday or one day a week sched-ules. Classes also are available for students wishing to take classesduring their lunch hour. Students wishing further information aboutclasses available at the Huntsville/Research Park campus should call(256) 890-4701. Huntsville offices are open Monday - Thursday, 8:00a.m. - 9:45 p.m.

REDSTONE ARSENAL

Calhoun primarily serves military personnel, active and retired; theirdependents; Department of Defense personnel; NASA employees; andcontract personnel through its Redstone Arsenal, AMSI-PT-ED-CA,Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898. Other students are admitted on a spaceavailable basis. Evening classes and a limited number of day classesare typically taught at Redstone. For the convenience of the military,most classes are offered on an eight-week cycle (minimesters). Theminimesters are scheduled within the semester system; two min-imesters during fall, two minimesters during spring, and one min-imester for the summer term. Two classes per minimester will allow30 semester hours per year and a possible degree within two yearsand one extra minimester. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. until 10:00p.m., Monday through Thursday. The Redstone office telephonenumber is (256) 876-7431.

LIMESTONE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

Calhoun Community College offers certain technical/vocational pro-grams for inmates at the Limestone Correctional Facility at Capshaw.Available only to the incarcerated who have appropriate educationalcredentials, programs include Auto Body Repair, Auto Mechanics,Carpentry, Design Drafting, Horticulture, Masonry, Upholstery, andWelding. Adult literacy and Adult Basic Education classes are offered,which can lead to passage of the GED test. For further informationabout the Limestone Correctional Facility programs, contact theDirector for LCF Calhoun, (256) 216-2207.

STATEWIDE TRANSFER AND ARTICULATIONREPORTING SYSTEM (STARS)

In order to assist Calhoun Community College students with thetransferring of courses to other institutions of higher education in thestate, Calhoun is a full member in the Statewide Transfer andArticulation Reporting System (STARS).

The STARS computerized advising system has been created to informstudents of the courses that they can take and transfer among publicinstitutions without losing credit. Go to the STARS website athttp://stars.troyst.edu.

BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY SERVICES

Business and Industry Services (BIS) serves as a focal point for com-merce and industry seeking education and training. BIS also willdevelop courses or programs specific to individual organizationalneeds.

Our mission is to provide accessible, quality educational opportuni-ties, promote community and economic development, and enhancethe quality life for those we serve. To achieve this mission, we part-ner with companies to support and extend their training capabilitiesto meet increasingly complex job skill needs.

Our services are unique because they are low in cost, convenient,flexible and can be customized to meet the unique needs of businessand industry.

A number of job-related services are provided, including ACTWorkKeys Job Profiling to determine the basic skills needed for spe-cific jobs; individual assessments to determine the level of skills onecan bring to a job; instructional programs that can be targeted to thespecific skill development needs of individuals; and customized train-ing to meet the specific needs of companies and organizations.

Professional Development Training is available in diverse subjectssuch as ISO 9001:2000, basic statistics for quality engineering, lead-ership training, lean manufacturing and a host of personal develop-ment, computer usage, safety, technology, and business develop-ment courses, as well as Achieve Global training and more.

Apprenticeship learning is offered for tool makers, millwrights,maintenance mechanics, machine repair, tool and die, electricians,and air conditioning and refrigeration technicians.

On-line Learning is available in many topics. Calhoun operates anACT Center with over 2,600 on-line, skill-based courses in Key WorkSkills, Computer Basics, Industrial Technology and Safety,Information Technology, Management and Leadership, and PersonalDevelopment. These courses may be taken from any computer pro-viding access to the Internet. Additional on-line courses are offeredthrough the Education 2 Go organization and a number of instructor-led courses are offered through the Achieve Global organization.

Certificate Programs are available in paralegal, basic supervision,supply chain management, customer service, logistics, manufactur-ing excellence, purchasing, total quality, nursing continuing educa-tion, MS Windows, Microsoft Office, Project, and a host of other pro-grams.

Corporate IT Training is offered in Microsoft Certified SystemsEngineer, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, MicrosoftCertified Solutions Developer, Comp TIA, A+ and Networking+ as wellas other programs.

Further details are available on the Business and Industry ServicesWebsite: www.calhoun.edu then click on Business and Industry.

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I. Associate of Arts Degrees CIP CODE

English ......................................................49 24.0101Law/Pre-Law.............................................50 24.0101

II. Associate of Science Degrees

Accounting................................................45 24.0102Agricultural Science ..................................45 24.0102Art .............................................................45 24.0102Biological Science .....................................46 24.0102Business ...................................................46 24.0102Chemistry .................................................46 24.0102Computer Information Systems ................47 24.0102Criminal Justice ........................................47 24.0102Child Development....................................47 24.0102Elementary Teacher Education ..................48 24.0102Family Financial Planning and Counseling....49 24.0102Fire Services Management ........................49 24.0102General Education .....................................50 24.0102Health & Physical Education .....................50 24.0102Mathematics .............................................50 24.0102Medicine/Pre-Medicine or Pre-Dentistry ...51 24.0102Medicine/Pre-Veterinary Medicine ............51 24.0102Music Education .......................................51 24.0102Nursing/Pre-Nursing.................................52 24.0102Paralegal Studies ......................................52 24.0102Pharmacy/Pre-Pharmacy ..........................53 24.0102Secondary Teacher Education...................53 24.0102Theatre Arts ..............................................53 24.0102

III. Associate of Applied Science Degrees

Advanced Electronics Manufacturing ........54 15.0399Aerospace Technology .............................54 15.0801Air Conditioning and Refrigeration............55 15.0501Business Administration

Option I-Accounting Technology............56 52.0201Option II-Business Administration .........56 52.0201Option III-Entrepreneurship ...................57 52.0201Option IV-Management ..........................58 52.0201Option V-Quality Control Technology.....58 52.0201Option VI-Real Estate Sales

and Management ................................59 52.0201Option VII-Traffic & Transportation........59 52.0201

Child Development....................................60 19.0708Child Development Assoc. (CDA)...........60 19.0708

Computer GraphicsOption I-Graphic Design.........................61 50.0401Option II-Computer Graphics/Electronic

Imaging...............................................61 50.0401Computer Information Systems

Option I-Microcomputers.......................62 11.0101Option II-Programming..........................62 11.0101Option III-Office Administrative

Professional .......................................63 11.0101Option IV-Networking Technology .........63 11.0101

Dental Assisting ........................................66 51.0601Design Drafting Technology......................69 15.1301Electrical Technology ................................69 46.0302

Electrical/HVAC Maintenance .................69 46.0302Electrical/Industrial Maintenance ...........69 46.0302Electronic Instrumentation.....................70 46.0302

Emergency Medical Services ....................70 51.0904Paramedic..............................................71 51.0904

Machine Tool TechnologyMachinist Option....................................74 48.0507Computer Numerical Control .................74 48.0507Manufacturing........................................76 48.0507

Missile and Munitions TechnologyBasic ......................................................77 29.0101Option I-Calibration Specialist................77 29.0101Option II-Technical Management ...........77 29.0101

Music Industry Communications ..............78 50.0999Nursing/ADN: Basic .................................78 51.1601Nursing/ADN: Career Mobility ...................83 51.1601Photography & Film Communications ......85 10.0201Process Technology..................................90 15.0699

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Air Conditioning & Refrigeration ...............55 15.0501Barbering ..................................................56 12.0402Business Administration

Entrepreneurship ...................................57 52.0201Quality Control Technology....................59 52.0201Traffic & Transportation.........................60 52.0201

Child Development....................................61 19.0708Computer Information Systems

General Office Assistant .........................63 11.0101Software Applications ............................64 11.0101Word Processing Specialist ...................64 11.0101Medical Office Assistant.........................64 11.0101Legal Office Assistant.............................64 11.0101

Cosmetology.............................................65 12.0401Esthetics (Skin Care)..............................65 12.0401Instructor Training .................................65 12.0499Nail Technology .....................................66 12.0401

Dental Assisting ........................................67 51.0601Design Drafting/Computer Aided Drafting....69 15.1301Design Drafting/Residential Drafting.........69 15.1301Emergency Medical Services

EMT-Basic..............................................70 51.0904Emergency Medical Paramedic ..............70 51.0904

Fire Science...............................................74 43.0202Machine Tool Technology

Machinist ...............................................75 48.0507Computer Numerical Control .................75 48.0507Manufacturing........................................76 48.0507

Music-Church Music.................................78 50.0902Paralegal Studies ......................................85 22.0302Practical Nursing.......................................85 51.1613Security.....................................................90 43.0107Surgical Technology .................................90 51.0909

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Certificates

Automotive Body RepairBasic Repair ...........................................92 47.0603Advanced Repair ....................................92 47.0603

Automotive MechanicsBasic Repair ...........................................93 47.0604Advanced Repair ....................................93 47.0604

CarpentryFinish .....................................................93 46.0201Rough ....................................................93 46.0201

Design DraftingBasic Design ..........................................93 15.1301Basic Architectural .................................94 15.1301Advanced Computer Aided Drafting .......94 15.1301Electro-Mechanical.................................94 15.1301Basic Civil-Structural..............................94 15.1301

HorticultureGeneral...................................................95 01.0601Landscape Development ........................95 01.0601Nursery & Greenhouse Management .....95 01.0601

Masonry....................................................95 46.0101Upholstery

Basic ......................................................95 48.0303Automotive Interior & Trim ....................96 48.0303Furniture Repair & Refinishing...............96 48.0303

WeldingBasic Structural......................................96 48.0508Basic Pipe ..............................................96 48.0508

ELECTIVESFOR PURPOSES OF FULFILLING PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS, CALHOUN PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING DEFINITIONS:

AREAS RECOMMENDED AS HUMANITIES AT CALHOUN

Courses in humanities ideally serve to givethe student a broader understanding of thedimensions of man, the human condition, andhuman culture. The student may select coursesfrom the following areas to satisfy Calhounrequirements (A=Fine Arts, H=Humanities):

AREAS RECOMMENDED AS SOCIAL AND/ORBEHAVIORAL SCIENCES AT CALHOUN

Courses in the social sciences should givethe student a broader understanding of socialsystems and the ways in which human beingsrelate to each other and to socio-economic-political conditions. At Calhoun, students mayselect courses from the following areas to satisfyCalhoun requirements:

AREAS RECOMMENDED AS NATURAL SCIENCES AT CALHOUN

Courses in the natural sciences are basedon investigation of natural phenomena throughthe processes of reason based on systematicempirical observation. At Calhoun, the studentmay select courses from the following areas tosatisfy Calhoun requirements:

AstronomyBiologyChemistryPhysical GeographyPhysical SciencePhysics

Each student should work closely with his/her advisor to determine the course preference for transfer to a specific program, college, or university.

Art (A)Foreign Language (H)Library Science (H)Literature (H)

Music (A)Philosophy (H)Religion (H)Theatre (A)

AnthropologyEconomicsGeographyHistory

Political SciencePsychologySociology

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ASSOCIATE IN ARTS OR ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE:Area I: Written Composition I and II .......................................................................................6 Credit HoursArea II: Humanities and Fine Arts..........................................................................................12 Credit Hours• *Must complete 3 semester hours in Literature.• Must complete 3 semester hours in the Arts.Area III: Natural Science and Mathematics ............................................................................11 Credit Hours• Must complete 3 semester hours in Mathematics at the Precalculus Algebra or Finite Math Level.• Must complete 8 semester hours in the Natural Sciences which include Laboratory Experiences.In addition to Mathematics, disciplines in the Natural Sciences include Biology, Chemistry, Physics and PhysicalScience.Area IV: History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences .................................................................12 Credit Hours• *Must complete 3 semester hours in History.• Must complete at least 6 semester hours from among other disciplines in the Social and Behavioral Sciences.Social and Behavioral Sciences include, but are not limited to, Economics, Geography, Political Science,Psychology, and Sociology.Area I – IV: Minimum General Education Requirements.............................................................41 Credit HoursArea V: Pre-Professional, Pre-Major, and Elective Courses ....................................** 19 – 23 Credit Hours• Courses appropriate to degree requirements and major of the individual student and electives.Students completing courses that have been approved for the General Studies Curriculum and are appropriate totheir major and/or degree program may transfer these courses with credit applicable to their degree programamong two-year and four-year colleges and universities.Area I – V: General Studies Curricula ............................................................................** 60 – 64 Credit Hours* Must complete a 6 semester hour sequence in either Literature or History. The sequence in Area II and Area

IV in Literature or History needs to follow the sequence requirement according to the student’s major andtransfer plans.

** Respective program of study for baccalaureate degrees at Alabama public universities range from 120 to 128semester credit hours in length. Dependent upon the total hours allocated for the bachelor’s degree, institutions in The Alabama CollegeSystem will be authorized to provide only 50 percent of that total (60 – 64).

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE:Area I: Written Composition I and II .................................................................................3 – 6 Credit HoursArea II: Humanities and Fine Arts......................................................................................3 – 6 Credit Hours

In addition to Literature, disciplines include, but are not limited to, Art, Music, Philosophy, Religion,Spanish and Theater.An additional three hours are required in Speech .........................................................3 Credit HoursRequirements Prescribe: Minimum of 9 hours in Area I and Area II which could include 6 hours inWritten Composition I and II and 3 hours in Area II; or 3 hours in Written Composition I and 3 hoursin Technical Writing and 3 hours in Area II; or 3 hours in Area I and 6 hours in Area II; or 3 hours inArea I and 3 hours in Speech in Area II, plus 3 additional hours in Area I or II.

Area III: Natural Science and Mathematics ......................................................................9 – 11 Credit HoursIn addition to Mathematics, disciplines in the Natural Sciences include Biology, Chemistry, Physicsand Physical Science.Requirements Prescribe: Distributed in Mathematics (100 or above) or Science or Computer Science.Minimum of 3 hours in Mathematics is required.One Computer Science course is required.

Area IV: History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences .............................................................3 – 6 Credit HoursIn addition to History, the Social and Behavioral Sciences include, but are not limited to, Economics,Geography, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.

Area I – IV: Minimum General Education Requirements.....................................................18 – 29 Credit HoursArea V: Maximum General Education Core, Technical Concentration,

and Electives .....................................................................................................47 – 58 Credit HoursCourses appropriate to degree requirements, occupational or technical specialty requirements, corecourses, and electives.

Area I – V: General Studies Curricula .........................................................................................76 Credit HoursSemester Credit Hour Range of Award ...................................................................................60 - 76

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

ACCOUNTING

Associate of Science Degree

This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to seniorinstitutions and pursue a B.S. degree in accounting.

GENERAL EDUCATION CORE REQUIREMENTS:

ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3*MTH Elective (To be chosen from MTH 112 through 115

OR MTH 120 through 126).......................................3Natural Science Electives....................................................................8HIS Elective ........................................................................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics ............................................3ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics .............................................3Arts Elective (To be selected from ART/MUSIC/DRAMA) ...................3PSY 200 General Psychology OR SOC 200 Introduction

to Sociology OR ANT 200 Introduction to Anthropology................3

Total .................................................................................................41

PROFESSIONAL CORE REQUIREMENTS

BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I ...................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II ..................................................3**BUS 246 Accounting on the Microcomputer OR

BUS 272 Business Statistics ..........................................................3BUS 248 Managerial Accounting........................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 271 Business Statistics I ............................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................62

* Some universities such as UAH and Auburn require MTH 120 ORMTH 125. Other universities such as Athens State accept MTH 112.Please check with senior institution.

** Check with senior institution for program requirements.

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE



ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3*Literature Electives ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology I...........................................................4BIO 104 Principles of Biology II .........................................................4

MTH 125 Calculus I ............................................................................3*HIS Electives ....................................................................................6Social Science/Behavioral Science Electives.......................................6

*Must complete a two course sequence in Literature and in History

Total .................................................................................................41

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

CIS Elective (CIS 146 or higher).........................................................3CHM 111 College Chemistry I ............................................................4CHM 112 College Chemistry II ...........................................................4CHM 221 Organic Chemistry I............................................................4CHM 222 Organic Chemistry II...........................................................4

Total .................................................................................................19

Total Credits .....................................................................................60

ART


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue a B.A. degree in art. Some courses are only offered once ayear in the day program on the Decatur campus. Students should planschedules with the advice of the art faculty. A formal review of a pro-fessional quality portfolio of the student’s art work is required uponcompletion of the program of study.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Elective...............................................................................3MTH Elective (To be chosen from MTH 112 through 115 OR

MTH 120 through 126)...............................................3ART 203 Art History I .........................................................................3ART 204 Art History II ........................................................................3Natural Science Elective .....................................................................8History Sequence ...............................................................................6Behavioral or Social Science Electives................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3

Total .................................................................................................41

Some of the courses below are only offered once each year. Seethe course description section.


ART 113 Drawing I .............................................................................3ART 114 Drawing II ............................................................................3ART 121 Two Dimensional Composition I ..........................................3ART 216 Printmaking I .......................................................................3ART 221 Computer Graphics I............................................................3ART Painting, 3D or Sculpture Elective ..............................................3ART Painting Elective .........................................................................3

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ART 291 Supervised Study in Art .......................................................1ART 299 Portfolio...............................................................................1

Total .................................................................................................23

Total Credits .....................................................................................64

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE


Students using this as a guide toward a four-year program arestrongly encouraged to contact the senior institution for transferabili-ty and satisfaction of prerequisites in the specific program. Twosemesters of either trig-based or calculus-based physics are stronglyrecommended.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3*Literature Electives ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology I...........................................................4BIO 104 Principles of Biology II .........................................................4MTH 112 Pre-Calculus Algebra OR

MTH 125 Calculus I ........................................................................3*HIS Electives ....................................................................................6Social/Behavioral Science Electives....................................................6

*Must complete a two course sequence in Literature and in History.

Total .................................................................................................41


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher) ....................................................3BIO 220 General Microbiology ...........................................................4CHM 111 College Chemistry I ............................................................4CHM 112 College Chemistry II ...........................................................4CHM 221 Organic Chemistry I............................................................4CHM 222 Organic Chemistry II...........................................................4

Total .................................................................................................23

Total Credits .....................................................................................64

BUSINESS


This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to seniorinstitutions and pursue a B.S. degree in business.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3

MTH Elective (To be chosen from MTH 112 through 115OR MTH 120 through 126).........................................3

Arts Elective (To be selected from ART/MUSIC/DRAMA) ...................3Natural Science Electives....................................................................8HIS Elective ........................................................................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics ............................................3ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics .............................................3PSY 200 General Psychology OR SOC 200 Introduction


Total .................................................................................................41


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I ...................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II ..................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 271 Business Statistics I ............................................................3BUS 272 Business Statistics II ...........................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3*BUS or MTH Electives ......................................................................3

*Some universities such as UAH and Auburn require MTH 120 OR125. Other universities such as Athens State accept MTH 112. Pleasecheck with senior institution.

Total .................................................................................................21

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................62

CHEMISTRY


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue a B.S. degree in chemistry or chemical engineering.Students using this as a guide toward a four-year program arestrongly encouraged to contact the senior institution for transferabili-ty and satisfaction of prerequisites in the specific program.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3*Literature Electives ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3CHM 111 College Chemistry I ............................................................4CHM 112 College Chemistry II ...........................................................4MTH 125 Calculus I ............................................................................3*HIS Electives ....................................................................................6Social/Behavioral Science Electives....................................................6


Total .................................................................................................41


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher) ....................................................3CHM 220 Quantitative Analysis OR

MTH 126 Calculus II.......................................................................4

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Programs of StudyCALHOUNCOMMUNITY COLLEGE

CHM 221 Organic Chemistry I............................................................4CHM 222 Organic Chemistry II...........................................................4PHY 213 General Physics with Calculus I...........................................4PHY 214 General Physics with Calculus II..........................................4

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue B.S. degrees in computer information systems or relatedfields. NOTE: Students should consult with a department advisor duringtheir first semester in planning their academic schedule in order tocomplete degree requirements in an expedient manner. Requiredcourses may not be available every semester. Due to limited courseofferings, degree seeking students may find it necessary to extendcompletion time lines and attend both day and evening classes.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (To be chosen from MTH 112 through 115

OR MTH 120 through 126 ..........................................3Natural Science Electives....................................................................8History Elective...................................................................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics ............................................3ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics .............................................3Arts Elective (To be selected from ART/MUSIC/DRAMA) ...................3PSY 200 General Psychology OR SOC 200 Introduction


Total .................................................................................................41


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I ...................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II ..................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3CIS Programming Electives................................................................9*CIS Electives (Higher than CIS 146) .................................................5

*Check for transferability with senior institution.

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

CRIMINAL JUSTICE


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue a B.S. degree in criminal justice or related fields. It is alsosuitable for immediate employment in criminal justice careers requir-ing less than the bachelor’s degree.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Elective...............................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Fine Arts Elective ................................................................................3Foreign Language...............................................................................3*Math Elective (MTH 110 OR MTH 112) ............................................3Natural Sciences Electives..................................................................8History Sequence (choose one of these sequences:

HIS 101-102, HIS 121-122, OR HIS 201-202) ............................6Social and Behavioral Sciences (Choose two of the following

PSY 200, SOC 200, POL 211) .....................................................6

Total .................................................................................................41


CRJ 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice...........................................3Criminal Justice core elective (choose one of the following

CRJ 110, CRJ 150, CRJ 160) ......................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3Social/Behavioral Science elective (students intending to

transfer should consider PSY 260) ............................................3**Criminal Justice electives (Choose four of the following

CRJ 110, CRJ 130, CRJ 140, CRJ 146, CRJ 150, CRJ 157, CRJ 160, CRJ 208, CRJ 209, CRJ 216, CRJ 220, CRJ 230, CRJ 256, CRJ 280, CRJ 290) ....................11

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

*Students intending to transfer should take MTH 112.**Students intending to transfer should consult with their major advi-sor in selecting their CRJ electives.

CHILD DEVELOPMENTAssociate of Science Degree

Articulation with Athens State UniversityBachelor of Science in Education

Early Childhood Education Major (P-3)

This program is intended for students who wish to transfer to AthensState University.

General Studies Curriculum Core (41 semester hours)

Written Composition...........................................................................6Humanities and Fine Arts..................................................................12

Requirements include a minimum of 3 semester hours in literature*

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3 semester hours in the arts3 semester hours of speech (SPH 106 OR SPH 107) and the

remaining semester hours from the humanities and/or fine arts whichinclude, but are not limited to philosophy, religious studies, foreignlanguages, art, music, theatre, and dance.Natural Sciences and Mathematics...................................................11

At least 3 semester hours at the precalculus algebra level or high-er and at least 8 semester hours in the natural sciences which mustinclude laboratory experiences. The natural science disciplinesinclude, but are not limited to, astronomy, biology, chemistry, geolo-gy, and physics. Students must take BIO 101 Introduction to Biology IOR BIO 103 Principles of Biology I and BIO 102 Introduction toBiology II OR BIO 104 Principles of Biology II. NOTE: Students maytake MTH 110 Finite Mathematics.History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences ..........................................12At least a 3 semester hour course in history* and at least 6 semesterhours from the social and behavioral sciences. Disciplines include,but are not limited to, anthropology, economics, geography, politicalscience, psychology, and sociology.

Total General Studies Curriculum Core ..................................41*Students must complete a 6 semester hour sequence either in literature or history.

Pre-Professional Courses (23 semester hours)Students must choose from the courses listed below:

Two science courses representing two disciplines such as chemistry,physics, astronomy, or geology from approved courses in Area IIIabove and other than biology. May include PHS 111 Physical Science I.............................................................................................6Two math courses (one must be precalculus algebra level

or higher from Area III not already taken)...................................6CHD 209 Infant and Toddler Education Programs ..............................3CHD 206 Children’s Health and Safety................................................3Must take two of the following (5-6 semester hours)CHD 203 Children’s Literature and Language Development ...............3CHD 204 Methods and Materials for Teaching Children .....................2CHD 205 Program Planning for Educating Young Children ................3CHD 215 Supervised Practical Experiences in Early

Childhood Education...................................................................3

Total Pre-Professional Hour....................................................23

Total Core and Pre-Professional Hours ..................................64

**CHD 201/PSY 211 Child Growth and Development Principles....................................................................................3

**CHD 202 Children’s Creative Experiences.......................................3**CHD 210 Educating Exceptional Young Children ............................3**May be substituted for courses in professional education requirements.Professional Education Requirements (63 semester hours)***AR 310 Fine Arts Connection........................................................3ED 300 Foundations of Education.......................................................3ED 302 Theories and Stages in Language Development.....................3ED 303 Professional Education Communication.................................3ED 305 Computers and Media for Teachers .......................................3ED 310 Principles of Early Childhood Education.................................3ED 312 The Child in a Diverse Society ................................................3ED 318 Literature in Early Childhood Education .................................3ED 321 Teaching Language Arts.........................................................3ED 323 Teaching Reading in the Primary Grades ...............................3ED 324 Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades ........................3ED 350 Administering and Managing Early Childhood

Programs...............................................................................3ED 420 Teaching Science ...................................................................3

ED 423 Teaching Social Studies .........................................................3ED 470 Early Childhood Curriculum (Capstone Course) .....................3ED 480 Internship in Early Childhood Education ................................9PE 431 Motor Development and Physical Activities............................3***PS 332 Child Psychology .............................................................3***SE 301 Introduction to Exceptional Learners................................3

Total Professional Education Course Hours............................63

Underlined courses require admission to the Teacher Education Program.

Total Hours for Graduation.....................................................124-128

***Students who have taken CHD 201/PSY 211, Child Growth andDevelopment Principles; CHD 202, Children’s Creative Experiences;and CHD 210, Educating Exceptional Young Children do not take SE301 Introduction to Exceptional Learners, PSY 332 Child Psychology,OR AR 310 Fine Arts Connection. These students must take the equiv-alent number of hours by taking the following course:

ED 460 Practicum in Early Childhood Development ...............3, 6, or 9

Substitutions for SE 301 Introduction to Exceptional Learners, PS 332Child Psychology, and AR 310 Fine Arts Connection are not permittedfor any students other than Early Childhood majors.

ELEMENTARY TEACHER EDUCATION


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue B.S. degrees in teacher education programs for the ele-mentary school level.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature............................................................................................3ART 100 Art Appreciation ..................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3PHL/REL/MUS/

FOREIGN LANGUAGE.................................................................3MTH 110 Finite Math OR MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ....................3BIO 103 and 104 Principles of Biology I and II...................................8*History sequence (Choose from HIS 101 and 102 OR

HIS 121 and HIS 122 OR HIS 201 and HIS 202 .....................6Social/Behavioral Sciences (ANT, ECO, GEO, POL, SOC) ...................6Total .................................................................................................41

*Many 4-year schools recommend American History. Please consultyour advisor.


CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3Natural Science (other than BIO)........................................................8MTH 112 or higher .............................................................................3PSY 200 General Psychology .............................................................3**General Electives ............................................................................3HED 221 Personal Health OR

HED 222 Community Health..........................................................3

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Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

*Check with 4-year school via STARS.**Students transferring to Athens State should take a one semester

hour PED activity course.

ENGLISH

Associate of Arts Degree

This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue B.A. degrees in English or other general liberal arts pro-grams of study.

ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6Math elective (MTH 110 OR MTH 112) ..............................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3CIS elective.........................................................................................3Foreign Language sequence...............................................................8Natural Science electives....................................................................8History Sequence ...............................................................................6Social Science electives (other than history) ......................................6General electives ..............................................................................15

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

FAMILY FINANCIAL PLANNING AND COUNSELING

Associate of Science Degree(OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA)

This Associate of Science degree program prepares the student toenter the baccalaureate Financial Planning program at The Universityof Alabama as a junior. Upon completion of the baccalaureate pro-gram, the student qualifies to sit for the Certified Financial Planningexam.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3*MTH Elective (To be chosen from MTH 112 through 115 OR

MTH 120 through 126)..............................................3History Elective...................................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6ECO 231 Macroeconomics .................................................................3ECO 232 Microeconomics ..................................................................3Arts Elective (To be selected from ART/MUSIC/DRAMA) ...................3PSY 200 General Psychology OR SOC 200 Introduction to

Sociology OR ANT 200 Introduction to Anthropology ....................3Natural Science Electives....................................................................8

Total .................................................................................................41


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I ...................................................3

BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II ..................................................3BUS 271 Business Statistics I ............................................................3BUS 272 Business Statistics II OR Elective ........................................3SOC 247 Marriage and the Family ......................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3Elective...............................................................................................1**CSM 201 and CSM 204

Total .................................................................................................19

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................60

* MTH 120, Calculus and its applications OR MTH 125, Calculus Irequired at the University of Alabama.** Student MUST complete CSM 201 and CSM 204 prior to taking

other CSM courses at The University of Alabama. Students register asUniversity of Alabama students while taking these two courses. Thesecourses DO NOT count as part of the 60 credits required for comple-tion of the A.S. degree from Calhoun.

FIRE SERVICES MANAGEMENT


This program is designed for those students seeking immediateemployment in the fire services, or for those intending to pursue aBachelor’s degree in a related field at a senior institution.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Elective...............................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Fine Arts Elective ................................................................................3Foreign Language ..............................................................................3*Math Elective (MTH 110 OR MTH 112) ............................................3Natural Sciences (must take one class from two of the

following areas: Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science,Astronomy, Physics) ...................................................................8

History Sequence (choose from one of these sequences: HIS 101-102, HIS 121-122, OR HIS 201-202) .............................6

Social and Behavioral Sciences (Choose two of the following:PSY 200, SOC 200, POL 211) ......................................................6

Total .................................................................................................41


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I ..................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications ................................................3FSC 101 Introduction to the Fire Service ............................................3FSC 200 Fire Combat Tactics and Strategy.........................................3FSC 210 Building Construction for the Fire Service............................3FSC 240 Fire Cause Determination .....................................................3FSC 292 Elements of Supervision/FS Supervision..............................3General Electives ................................................................................2

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

*Students intending to transfer should take MTH 112.

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GENERAL EDUCATION


This program is designed to include basic requirements for mostfour-year degrees while retaining maximum flexibility. The programallows students to coordinate programs at Calhoun with those ofsenior institutions. Consult an advisor for assistance in selectingelectives.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Elective...............................................................................3MTH 110 Finite Math OR

MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ........................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................6Natural Science/Math electives (Science must include lab)................8History Sequence ...............................................................................6PSY 200 General Psychology .............................................................3Behavioral Sciences ...........................................................................3


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher) ....................................................3Physical Education electives...............................................................2General Electives.........................................................................14-18

TOTAL CREDITS .........................................................................60-64

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue a B.S. degree in physical education or related fields.Students using this as a guide toward a four-year program arestrongly recommended to contact the senior institution for transfer-ability and satisfaction of prerequisites in the specific program.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6Math 110 Finite Math OR

MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ........................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Fine Arts Elective ................................................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology I...........................................................4BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I........................................4History Sequence ...............................................................................6*Social & Behavioral Science Electives ..............................................6

*Recommend: Economics, Psychology and/or Sociology

Total .................................................................................................41


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher) ....................................................3HED 221 Personal Health ...................................................................3HED 222 Community Health...............................................................3

HED 226 Wellness ORPED 100 Fundamentals of Fitness ..................................................3

HED 230 Safety and First Aid ORHED 231 First Aid ...........................................................................3

PED 200 Foundations of Physical Education ......................................3PED 120 Techniques of Dual and Individual Sports ...........................2PED —-Rhythms................................................................................1PED —-Team Sport............................................................................1PED —-Fitness Activity (PED 105, 118, OR 119) ...............................1

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

LAW/PRE-LAW

Associate of Arts Degree

Students planning a career in law may pursue a wide variety ofundergraduate programs of study. Many law schools specify a bach-elor’s degree from an accredited college or university and an accept-able score on the LSAT exam (Law School Admission Test) as gener-al requirements. Electives should be chosen from a major area of study based onrequirements of the institution from which the baccalaureate degreewill be earned. Specific details for a pre-law program of study are amatter for each individual student to plan in consultation with advi-sors.

ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature ...........................................................................................3MTH 110 Finite Math OR

MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ........................................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Social Science ....................................................................................3Natural Science Electives....................................................................8History Sequence (Choose from HIS 101-102, HIS 121-122,

HIS 201-202..............................................................................6Behavioral Science (Choose from ANT, ECO, GEO,

POL, SOC) ......................................................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3PSY 200 General Psychology .............................................................3General electives ..............................................................................17

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

MATHEMATICS


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue a B.S. degree in mathematics. Students who plan to pursuea bachelor’s degree in engineering also may choose this program, butshould check with the transfer institution regarding humanities require-ments.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6Fine Arts Elective ................................................................................3

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SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH 125 Calculus I ............................................................................4PHY 213 General Physics with Calculus I ...........................................4PHY 214 General Physics with Calculus II ..........................................4History Sequence ...............................................................................6Social Science Electives .....................................................................6

Total .................................................................................................42


MTH 126 Calculus II ...........................................................................4MTH 227 Calculus III..........................................................................4MTH 237 Linear Algebra.....................................................................3MTH 238 Applied Differential Equations I ...........................................3MTH 265 Elementary Statistics ..........................................................3CIS 211 BASIC Programming OR

CIS 251 C++ Programming.........................................................3

Total .................................................................................................20

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................62

PRE-MEDICINE OR PRE-DENTISTRY


Students using this as a guide toward a four-year program are stronglyencouraged to contact the senior institution for transferability and sat-isfaction of prerequisites in the specific program. Two semesters ofeither trig-based or calculus-based physics are strongly recommend-ed.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3*Literature Electives ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology I...........................................................4BIO 104 Principles of Biology II..........................................................4MTH 125 Calculus I ............................................................................3*HIS Electives ....................................................................................6Social/Behavioral Science Electives....................................................6


Total .................................................................................................41


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher).....................................................3CHM 111 College Chemistry I.............................................................4CHM 112 College Chemistry II ...........................................................4CHM 221 Organic Chemistry I ............................................................4CHM 222 Organic Chemistry II ...........................................................4MTH 126 Calculus II ...........................................................................4

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

MEDICINE/PRE-VETERINARY MEDICINE


Students using this as a guide toward a four-year program are stronglyencouraged to contact the senior institution for transferability and sat-isfaction of prerequisites in the specific program.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3*Literature Electives ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology I...........................................................4BIO 104 Principles of Biology II..........................................................4MTH 125 Calculus I ............................................................................3*HIS Electives ....................................................................................6Social/Behavioral Science Electives....................................................6

Total .................................................................................................41

*Must complete a two-course sequence in Literature and HistoryMAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher).....................................................3CHM 111 College Chemistry I.............................................................4CHM 112 College Chemistry II ...........................................................4CHM 221 Organic Chemistry I ............................................................4CHM 222 Organic Chemistry II ...........................................................4PHY 201 General Physics I – Trig Based OR

PHY 213 General Physics with Cal I................................................4

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

MUSIC EDUCATIONAssociate of Science Degree

This program is designed for those planning careers in music/musiceducation. Voice or an instrument is elected by the student as an appliedmajor. An audition will be held. Piano is required for all who are not key-board majors. A recital in the applied major is required at the end ofthe sophomore year. Students are required to complete four credits ofmusic performance electives and four credits of class piano and/or sec-ondary applied voice or instrument. A faculty advisor should be con-sulted before these courses are scheduled. Students are stronglyrecommended to consult the STARS Transfer Guide and/or contact thesenior institution for transferability and satisfaction of prerequisites in thespecific program.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Elective...............................................................................3Math Elective (MTH 110 OR MTH 112) ..............................................3Natural Science Electives (lab necessary)...........................................8History Sequence ...............................................................................6Social/Behavioral Science Electives....................................................6*Humanities/Fine Arts Electives .........................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3

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*Recommended Humanities/Fine Arts electives: ART 100, ART 203,ART 204, HUM 130, IDH 110, MUS 101, THR 120, OR THR 126.

Some of the following courses are only offered once each year. Seethe course description section.


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher).....................................................3MUS 111 Music Theory I*..................................................................3

MUS 113 Music Theory Lab I ........................................................1MUS 112 Music Theory II...................................................................3

MUS 114 Music Theory Lab II .......................................................1MUS 251 Introduction to Conducting**.............................................3MUP Electives in major instrument or voice .......................................5MUL Electives in ensembles...............................................................4Class Piano required for non-keyboard majors

Total .................................................................................................23

*Requires minimum grade of “C” in MUS 110 or acceptable score onplacement test (75%)**Verify transferability with senior institution

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

NURSING/PRE-NURSING


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutionsand pursue a B.S. degree in nursing.NOTE: Four-year institutions offering a B.S. in nursing degree may varyas to requirements. Most institutions require a minimum grade pointaverage of at least “C” in all natural science courses. It is advised that allpre-nursing students determine the entrance requirements at the four-year institution where he/she plans to transfer in order to ensure pre-req-uisite course requirements are met and the application process iscomplete.Upon successful completion of the curriculum shown below, the studentwill be awarded the Associate of Science degree.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature (Choose from American or English) ...................................3PHL 106 Introduction to Philosophy ..................................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3Fine Arts Elective ................................................................................3HIS 101/102 Western Civilization I and II ...........................................6MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ............................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology I...........................................................4CIS Elective ........................................................................................1SOC 200 Introduction to Sociology ....................................................3PSY 200 General Psychology .............................................................3CHM 104 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry ...................................4

Total .................................................................................................42


BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I........................................4BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II.......................................4

BIO 220 General Microbiology............................................................4MTH 265 Elementary Statistics ..........................................................3*Natural Science Elective..................................................................4

**Social Science Elective ...................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................22

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

*CHM 105 Introduction to Organic Chemistry is required by somefour-year institutions.**Suggested course: PSY 210 Human Growth and Development

PARALEGAL STUDIES


This program prepares students for entry level paralegal positions withsuch law-related employers as law firms, government agencies, finan-cial institutions, and real estate firms who also want to transfer to asenior institution to pursue a B.S. degree.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Elective ..............................................................................3Math Electives (MTH 110 Finite Math OR, for students

planning to transfer to a senior college, MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra) .......................................................3

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................6Natural Sciences/Math Electives (Science must include lab) ..............8History Sequence (HIS 101-102, 121-122, OR 201-202) ...................6Social/Behavioral Science Electives: (Choose two from

PSY, SOC, POL, ANT 200 OR ECO)..................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3

Total .................................................................................................41

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTSCIS Elective (CIS 146 or higher) .........................................................3*PRL 101 Introduction to Paralegal ...................................................3*PRL 102 Basic Legal Writing & Research.........................................3PRL 262 Civil Injuries & Litigation......................................................3PRL 150 Commercial Law ..................................................................3PRL 230 Domestic Law ......................................................................3PRL 240 Wills, Trusts & Estates.........................................................3PRL Elective .......................................................................................2(Choose one course from the following: PRL 210 Introduction to RealProperty Law, RLS 125 Real Estate Law, PRL 160 Criminal Law andProcedure, CRJ 120 Criminal Law and Procedure, PRL 103 AdvancedLegal Research & Writing, PRL 282 Law Office Management, PRL 220Corporate Law, PRL 250 Bankruptcy & Collections; PRL 170 Adminis-trative Law, PRL 270 Workers’ Compensation, PRL 192 Selected Top-ics in Paralegalism, **PRL 291 Paralegal Internship)

Total Hours in Major.........................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

* PRL 101 and PRL102 must be taken before any other courses with thePRL prefix, except that PRL 101 and PRL 102 may be taken concur-rently.** Prerequisites are PRL 101, PRL102, PRL 262, and permission ofthe program director.

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PHARMACY/PRE-PHARMACY


Students using this as a guide toward a four-year program are stronglyencouraged to contact the senior institution for transferability and sat-isfaction of prerequisites in the specific program.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3*Literature Electives ...........................................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3Natural Science Electives....................................................................8MTH 125 Calculus I ............................................................................3*HIS Electives ....................................................................................6Social/Behavioral Science Electives....................................................6

*Must complete a two course sequence in Literature and History.

Total .................................................................................................41


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher).....................................................3CHM 111 College Chemistry I.............................................................4CHM 112 College Chemistry II ...........................................................4CHM 221 Organic Chemistry I ............................................................4CHM 222 Organic Chemistry II ...........................................................4PHY 201 General Physics I – Trig Based OR

PHY 213 General Physics w/Cal I ...................................................4

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutions andpursue B.S. degrees in teacher education for the secondary level.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature ...........................................................................................3MTH 110 Finite Math OR MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra.....................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................6SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Social Science Elective .......................................................................3Natural Science Electives (Must be from two areas)...........................8History Sequence (Choose from HIS 101 and HIS 102 OR

HIS 121 and HIS 122 OR HIS 201 and HIS 202) ........................6Behavioral Sciences ...........................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................41


CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology.............................................................4HED 221 Personal Health OR HED 222 Community Health.................3General electives * **......................................................................13

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

*Choose courses from intended teaching major. See Area V on STARS guide for transferable courses.

**Students transferring to Athens State should take a one semester hour PED activity course.

THEATRE ARTS


This program is for those who plan to transfer to senior institutions andpursue a B.S. degree in theatre or related studies. Acting skills for film,stage, and television are taught in this program.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Literature Sequence ...........................................................................6Math elective (MTH 110 OR MTH 112)...............................................3THR 126 Introduction to the Theatre ..................................................3SPH 206 Oral Interpretation ...............................................................3Natural Science electives (Must include Lab Experiences) .................8Social/Behavioral Science electives ...................................................6History Sequence ...............................................................................6

Total .................................................................................................41


CIS Elective(s) (CIS 146 or higher).....................................................3THR 113 Theatre Workshop I .............................................................2THR 114 Theatre Workshop II ............................................................2THR 115 Theatre Workshop III ...........................................................2THR 131 Acting Techniques I .............................................................3THR 132 Acting Techniques II ............................................................3THR 213 Theatre Workshop IV...........................................................2THR 214 Theatre Workshop V ............................................................2THR 215 Theatre Workshop VI...........................................................2THR 296 Directed Studies in Theatre..................................................2

Total .................................................................................................23

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

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ADVANCED ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING

Associate of Applied Science Degree

The Associate Degree in Advanced Electronics Manufacturing is designedto provide skilled technicians for work in the advanced manufacturingindustry. Various industry operator and worker certification require-ments that are established and controlled by IPC, the US based electronicinterconnect trade association, are integrated into the course material andstudents will have the opportunity to take the certification exam.


ENG 101 English Composition I .....................................................3ENG 130 Technical Writing.............................................................3MTH 117 College Mathematics with Applications ...........................3MTH 118 Technical Mathematics....................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking....................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications ...........................................3PHS 121 Applied Physical Science I ..............................................4PHY 115 Technical Physics............................................................4PSY 200 General Psychology.........................................................3

Fine Arts/Humanities Elective ..........................................3BUS 190H Time/Project Management...............................................1BUS 190B Problem Solving..............................................................1

Subtotal General Education ...........................................34

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS (Decatur Campus only):

AEM 100 Introduction to Electronics Manufacturing ......................3AEM 105 Fundamentals of Electronics Manufacturing....................3AEM 150 Fundamentals of Cable/Harness Assembly ......................3AEM 160 Principles of Electronics Manufacturing I ........................4AEM 170 Principles of Electronics Manufacturing II .......................4AEM 190 Optoelectronics ...............................................................3AEM 191 Optoelectronics Lab.........................................................1AEM 200 Projects in Electronics Manufacturing .............................4ARS 104 Safety in a Manufacturing Environment...........................3ARS 202 Process Control and Quality Management.......................3EET 281 Special Topics in Electronic Engineering

Technology......................................................................3PMC 180 Basic Electricity and Electronics ......................................2

Total ......................................................................................36

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................70

AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY


The Associate Degree in Aerospace Technology will prepare graduatesfor employment in aerospace and related industries through classroomand laboratory instruction in propulsion structures and assembly. Grad-uates will be prepared to work in a team-centered environment withdemanding quality and safety standards. This program also providesenhancement training for individuals seeking skill advancement in theircurrent positions. Graduates may also choose to pursue a baccalaure-ate degree in appropriate academic areas.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 130 Technical Writing.................................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Math

(non-electronics only).................................................................3MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra (electronics only) ................................3MTH 113 Precalculus Trigonometry (electronics only).......................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3PHS 121 Applied Physical Science I (non-electronics only) ...............4Social Science Elective .......................................................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3

Total (non-electronics specialty) ......................................................25Total (electronics specialty)..............................................................24

AEROSPACE COMMON CORE (Decatur Campus only):ARS 100 Print Reading, GD&T, and Precision

Measurement .................................................................................3ARS 101 Fundamentals of Aerospace Manufacturing.........................3ARS 102 Introduction to Aerospace Technology .............................1 *ARS 104 Safety in a Manufacturing Environment ............................3 *ARS 126 Machining Fundamentals.....................................................3ARS 127 Advanced Machining ...........................................................3ARS 151 Welding Principles, Theory & Symbols ...............................3ARS 152 Orbital Tube Welding ...........................................................3ARS 176 Electrical/Electronic Assembly .............................................3ARS 178 Aerospace Mechanical Assembly.........................................3ARS 202 Process Control and Quality Management ........................3 *ARS 229 Inspection and Test .............................................................3ARS 280 Surface Preparation & Coatings...........................................3PMC 180 Basic Electricity & Electronics.............................................3* Common Core Courses that Electronics Specialty Students musttake.

Total (non-electronic specialty) ........................................................40Total (electronics specialty)................................................................7

SPECIALTIES (Decatur Campus only):Aerospace Machining and FabricationARS 128 CNC Programming .......................................................3ARS 227 Skin Forming and Hemi Milling.....................................3ARS 228 Vertical Turret Lathes ...................................................3

Subtotal Machining and Fabrication ................................9

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APPLIED DEGREES/CERTIFICATES

TOTAL CREDITS MACHINING/FABRICATION...................................74

Aerospace Welding and CoatingsARS 153 Gas Tungsten & Plasma Arc Welding ...........................3ARS 251 Specialized Welding Processes.....................................3ARS 253 Welding Certification Preparation .................................3

Subtotal Aerospace Welding & Coatings .........................9

TOTAL CREDITS WELDING/COATINGS SPECIALTY.........................74

Aerospace Structures and AssemblyARS 276 Instrumentation Attachments and Adhesive

Bonding Procedures ...................................................3ARS 278 Composite Materials Fabrication & Assembly...............3ARS 284 Specialized Coating Processes .....................................3

Subtotal Aerospace Structures and Assembly....................................................................9

TOTAL CREDITS STRUCTURES/ASSEMBLY ....................................74

Aerospace ElectronicsEET 101/102 DC Theory and Lab........................................................5EET 151/152 AC Theory and Lab ........................................................5EET 161/162 Solid State Theory and Lab............................................4EET 201/202 Electronic Circuits Theory and Lab ................................4EET 210/211 Digital Basics Theory and Lab .......................................4EET 227 Microwave Communication Systems....................................3EET 230/231 Communications Basics Theory and Lab.......................4AEM 100 Introduction to Electronics Manufacturing ..........................3AEM 105 Fundamentals of Electronics Manufacturing .......................3AEM 150 Fundamentals of Cable Harness Assembly..........................3AEM 190 Optoelectronics ...................................................................3AEM 191 Optoelectronics Lab ............................................................1

Subtotal Aerospace Electronics ........................................................42

TOTAL CREDITS ELECTRONICS SPECIALTY....................................73

AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION


The purpose of this course of study is to train the student to become anair conditioning and refrigeration technician. The courses will cover thetheory of refrigeration, heat transfer, air conditioning, equipment siz-ing, selection, installation, duct design, and troubleshooting.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Math I ........................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking OR

SPH 228 Group Communication.....................................................3CIS elective.........................................................................................3Humanities elective ............................................................................3Natural Science Elective ....................................................................3Social Science elective ......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21


ACR 111 Refrigeration Principles .......................................................3ACR 112 HVACR Service Procedures .................................................3ACR 113 Refrigeration Piping Practices .............................................3ACR 115 Heating Systems I ...............................................................6ACR 121 Principles of Electricity for HVACR ......................................3ACR 122 HVACR Electrical Circuits ....................................................3ACR 123 HVACR Electrical Components ............................................3ACR 125 Advanced Heat Pump Systems............................................6ACR 126 Commercial Heating Systems..............................................3ACR 132 Residential Air Conditioning ................................................3ACR 139 Automotive Air Conditioning................................................3ACR 202 Special Refrigeration Systems.............................................3ACR 203 Commercial Refrigeration....................................................3ACR 204 Commercial Air Conditioning...............................................3ACR 205 System Sizing and Air Distribution ......................................3ELT 212 Motor Controls II .................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................54

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................75

AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION

Certificate

Certificates are programs of study designed to give students specificskills in a technology. Should students later wish to pursue a degree pro-gram, many courses within the certificate will apply toward the degree.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking OR

SPH 228 Group Communications...................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Math I .........................................3CIS 130 Introduction to Information Systems ....................................3

Total .................................................................................................12

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ACR 111 Refrigeration Principles .......................................................3ACR 112 HVACR Service Procedures .................................................3ACR 113 Refrigeration Piping Practices .............................................3ACR 115 Heating Systems I ...............................................................6ACR 121 Principles of Electricity for HVACR ......................................3ACR 122 HVACR Electrical Circuits ....................................................3ACR 125 Advanced Heat Pump Systems............................................6ACR 130 Computer Assisted HVAC Troubleshooting .........................2ACR 132 Residential Air Conditioning ................................................3ACR 139 Automotive Air Conditioning................................................3ACR 202 Special Refrigeration Systems.............................................3ACR 203 Commercial Refrigeration....................................................3ACR 205 System Sizing and Air Distribution ......................................3ELT 212 Motor Controls II ..................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................47

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................59

BARBERING

Certificate

This is a certificate program which prepares students for employment inthe profession of barbering.


COM 100 Introductory Technical English ORENG 101 English Composition I......................................................3

SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra OR

MTH 116 Mathematical Applications ..............................................3CIS Computer Information Systems Elective ......................................3

Total .................................................................................................12


BAR 110 Orientation to Barbering ......................................................3BAR 111 Science of Barbering ...........................................................3BAR 112 Bacteriology and Sanitation .................................................3BAR 113 Barber-Styling Lab...............................................................3BAR 114 Advanced Barber-Styling Lab ..............................................3BAR 120 Properties of Chemistry.......................................................3BAR 121 Chemical Hair Processing....................................................3BAR 122 Hair Coloring Chemistry ......................................................3BAR 124 Hair Coloring Methodology Lab ...........................................3BAR 130 Marketing and Business Management .................................3BAR 131 Structure and Disorders of Nails..........................................3BAR 132 Hair Styling and Design .......................................................3BAR 133 Hair Styling and Management Lab .......................................3BAR 140 Practicum ............................................................................2BAR 141 Practicum ............................................................................2

Total .................................................................................................43

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................55

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOption I

Accounting Technology


This program is designed primarily for students who plan to seek employ-ment in financial or managerial accounting. This program is also appro-priate for students who are employed and who wish to upgrade theirunderstanding of accounting principles and practices. Although theprogram is not designed primarily for transfer, many of the courses aretransferable to some senior institutions.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR

MTH 120 through MTH 126) .......................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics.............................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3CIS Computer Information Systems Elective ......................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3

Total .................................................................................................24


BUS 150 Business Math.....................................................................3BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II...................................................3BUS 246 Accounting on the Microcomputer ......................................3BUS 248 Managerial Accounting ........................................................3BUS 253 Individual Income Tax .........................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 275 Principles of Management ...................................................3CIS 147 Advanced Microcomputer Applications.................................3ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics..............................................3CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core ..........................................................3BUS Electives .....................................................................................6

Total .................................................................................................39

TOTAL CREDITS ..............................................................................63

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Business Administration


This program is designed primarily for students who plan to seek employ-ment in a business-related field. This program is also appropriate for stu-dents who are employed and wish to upgrade their business skills andknowledge. Although this program is not designed for transfer, many ofthe courses are transferable to some senior institutions.

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MTH 120-126).............................................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics.............................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3CIS Computer Information Systems Elective ......................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3

Total .................................................................................................24


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II...................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 271 Business Statistics I ............................................................3BUS 275 Principles of Management ...................................................3BUS 285 Principles of Marketing........................................................3BUS Business Electives ......................................................................6BUS 190 Workshops ..........................................................................6ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics..............................................3Electives (To be selected from the following BUS, CIS,

OAD, QCT, RLS, TRT).........................................................6

Total .................................................................................................39

TOTAL..............................................................................................63

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOption III

Entrepreneurship


This program provides training for persons who are ready to become self-employed. It is particularly recommended for people who are currentlyoperating or are employed in the small business sector. The program isnot designed for transfer, although some of the courses may transfer tosome senior institutions. NOTE: Required courses may not be at allsites every semester. Due to limited course offerings, degree seekingstudents may find it necessary to extend completion timelines and attendboth day and evening classes at various campus sites.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3MTH elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR


Total .................................................................................................24


ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics..............................................3BUS 150 Business Math.....................................................................3BUS 177 Salesmanship ......................................................................3BUS 190L Developing a Business Plan...............................................1BUS 190M Evaluating the Entrepreneurial Personality .......................1BUS 193 Business Co-Op I.................................................................1BUS 194 Business Co-Op II................................................................1BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II...................................................3BUS 246 Accounting on the Microcomputer ......................................3BUS 248 Managerial Accounting ........................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 275 Principles of Management ...................................................3BUS 279 Small Business Management...............................................3BUS 285 Principles of Marketing........................................................3*BUS 190 Management Workshop Electives......................................3

Total .................................................................................................40

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Certificate

Entrepreneurship

This certificate program is designed to give individuals essential skills fordeveloping and operating a small business.

BUS 190F Organizational Communications ........................................1BUS 190G Interpersonal Relationships ..............................................1BUS 190L Developing a Business Plan...............................................1BUS 190N Financing an Entrepreneurial Enterprise ............................1BUS 190M Evaluating the Entrepreneurial Personality .......................1BUS 190W Customer Service.............................................................1BUS 190Y Leadership Skills ...............................................................1BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 263 Legal and Social Environment of Business ..........................3BUS 279 Small Business Management...............................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................16

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Management


This program provides training and experience for persons who are cur-rently operating a small business or who wish to become employed in thesmall business sector with management responsibilities. It also pro-vides training for those who are employed or who are seeking employ-ment in management positions. The program is not designed for transfer,although some of the courses may transfer to some senior institutions.NOTE: Required courses may not be at all sites every semester. Due tolimited course offerings, degree seeking students may find it necessaryto extend completion timelines and attend both day and evening class-es at various campus sites.




Total .................................................................................................24


BUS 150 Business Math.....................................................................3BUS 276 Human Resource Management............................................3BUS 190 Management Workshop Electives........................................5ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics..............................................3BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II...................................................3BUS 248 Managerial Accounting ........................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 275 Principles of Management ...................................................3BUS 279 Small Business Management...............................................3BUS 285 Principles of Marketing........................................................3CIS or BUS Elective ............................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................39

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................62

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOption V

Quality Control Technology


This program is designed for individuals seeking employment in thequality control field or for those already employed in the field who wishto upgrade their skills.



MTH 120-126).............................................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics.............................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications ................................................3CIS Computer Information Systems Elective ......................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3

Total .................................................................................................24


QCT 101 Introduction to Quality .........................................................3QCT 102 Statistics I for Quality Control OR

BUS 271 Business Statistics I........................................................3QCT 103 Statistical Process Control...................................................3QCT 104 Inspection Planning and Metrology .....................................3QCT 202 Statistics II for Quality Control OR

BUS 272 Business Statistics II .......................................................3QCT 204 Auditing ...............................................................................3QCT Electives .....................................................................................6

Total .................................................................................................24

Select at least fifteen (15) additional hours from the following:

BUS 190 Management Workshops (1-3 hours each) ......................1-9BUS 263 Legal/Social Environment of Business.................................3ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics..............................................3*ENG 102 English Composition II ......................................................3DDT 103 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting.............................4DDT 115 OR MTT 121 Blueprint Reading for Machinists....................3DDT 116 Blueprint Reading for Construction .....................................3*ENG 130 Technical Report Writing ...................................................3**MTT 131 Introduction to Metrology ...............................................3**MTT 143 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.......................2**MTT 200 OR PMC 125 Industrial Processes ...............................2-3*Humanities Elective ..........................................................................3MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ............................................................3MTH 113 Precalculus Trigonometry ...................................................3MTH 115 Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry ...............................4MTH 120 Calculus and Its Applications ..............................................3MTH 125 Calculus I ............................................................................4QCT courses selected as electives under “Professional CoreRequirements” are excluded here)QCT 105 Facilitator Training ...............................................................3QCT 205 Continuous Improvement Techniques .................................3QCT 206 Quality Practices and Application.........................................3QCT 207 Seminar in Quality Technology ............................................3

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QCT 208 Reliability for the Technologies............................................3QCT 209 Design of Quality Programs .................................................3

Total .................................................................................................15

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................63

*Recommended for those transferring to Athens State University**With permission of MTT instructor

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNOLOGY

Certificate

ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR

MTH 120-126).............................................................3QCT 101 Introduction to Quality .........................................................3QCT 102 Statistics I for Quality Control OR

BUS 271 Business Statistics I.........................................................3QCT Elective OR BUS 190 Management Workshops ..........................6QCT Electives .....................................................................................6

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOption VI

Real Estate Sales and Management


This program offers persons employed in the real estate field opportu-nities to pursue related course work. It provides basic information forthose interested in entering the real estate professions as well. RLS101 Real Estate Principles (as approved by the Alabama Real EstateCommission) is a pre-licensure course for those interested in selling.




Total .................................................................................................24


BUS 150 Business Math.....................................................................3BUS 177 Salesmanship ......................................................................3BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 275 Principles of Management ...................................................3BUS 279 Small Business Management...............................................3BUS 285 Principles of Marketing........................................................3

ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics..............................................3RLS 101 Real Estate Principles ..........................................................4RLS 110 Real Estate Finance ..............................................................3RLS 125 Real Estate Law ...................................................................3RLS or BUS Electives .........................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................37

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................61

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONOption VII

Traffic and Transportation Technology


This program provides training for those planning to seek employment,or for those currently employed, in the traffic and transportation indus-try. Included are industrial traffic management, carrier operations, phys-ical distribution and logistics management.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3*BUS 215 Business Communications OR

ENG 102 English Composition II.....................................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR


Total .................................................................................................24


BUS 150 Business Math.....................................................................3BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 275 Principles of Management ...................................................3BUS 285 Principles of Marketing........................................................3ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics..............................................3

Choose seven (7) of the following TRT courses:

TRT 101 History of Transportation .....................................................3TRT 102 Regulation of Transportation ...............................................3TRT 103 Industrial Traffic Management .............................................3TRT 104 Transportation and Distribution Logistics ............................3TRT 190 Traffic and Transportation Workshop(s) ..............................3TRT 210 Tracking Systems ................................................................3TRT 213 Freight Loss and Damage Claims.........................................3TRT 214 Import/Export Transportation Management .........................3TRT 218 Transportation of Hazardous Materials ................................3TRT 220 Directed Studies in Traffic and Transportation .....................3

Total .................................................................................................39

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................63*ENG 102 recommended for those transferring to Athens State University.

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Certificate

This program provides training for those planning to seek employment,or for those currently employed in the traffic and transportation industry.Included are industrial traffic management, carrier operations, physicaldistribution and logistics management.


CIS Elective ........................................................................................3

Choose seven (7) of the following TRT courses:

TRT 101 History of Transportation .....................................................3TRT 102 Regulation of Transportation ...............................................3TRT 103 Industrial Traffic Management .............................................3TRT 104 Transportation and Distribution Logistics ............................3TRT 190 Traffic and Transportation Workshop(s) ..............................3TRT 210 Tracking Systems ................................................................3TRT 213 Freight Loss and Damage Claims.........................................3TRT 214 Import/Export Transportation Management .........................3TRT 218 Transportation of Hazardous Materials ................................3TRT 220 Directed Studies in Traffic & Transportation ........................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

CHILD DEVELOPMENT


This program is designed primarily for students who plan to seek employ-ment in preschool or school age programs. All students are required tocomplete the General Education Core Requirements and the Child Devel-opment Common Core courses. Students should then choose a spe-cialty area from early childhood, administration, or school-age, dependingon their career plans.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ENG 102 English Composition II ........................................................3Fine Arts Elective ................................................................................3MTH 116 Mathematical Applications OR

MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ........................................................3BIO 103 Principles of Biology I...........................................................4CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3History Elective...................................................................................3PSY 200 General Psychology .............................................................3

Total General Credit Hours ...............................................................25

CHILD DEVELOPMENT COMMON CORE:

CHD 100 Introduction to Early Care and Education of Children.....................................................................................3

CHD 201 OR PSY 211 Child Growth and Development Principles .................................................................3

CHD 202 Children’s Creative Experiences...........................................3

CHD 203 Children’s Language and Literature .....................................3CHD 204 Methods and Materials for Teaching Children .....................3CHD 206 Children’s Health and Safety................................................3CHD 214 Families and Communities ..................................................3CHD 215 Supervised Practical Experiences in Early

Childhood Education.......................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3

Total Child Development Common Core Credit Hours ......................27

SPECIALTIES:

Early ChildhoodCHD 205 Program Planning for Educating Young Children ................3CHD 209 Infant and Toddler Education Programs ..............................3CHD 210 Educating Exceptional Young Children ................................3CHD 220 Parenting Skills ...................................................................3

Total Early Childhood Credit Hours...................................................12

AdministrationCHD 208 Administration of Child Development Programs..................3BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business ...................3BUS 275 Principles of Management ...................................................3BUS 279 Small Business Management...............................................3

Total Administration Credit Hours ....................................................12

School-AgeCHD 205 Program Planning for Educating Young Children ................3CHD 210 Educating Exceptional Young Children ................................3CHD 230 Introduction to School-Age Programs.................................3CHD 231 School-Age Programming...................................................3

Total School-Age Credit Hours .........................................................12

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

CHILD DEVELOPMENTCDA Credential

This program meets the needs of those students interested in the 120clock hours of formal training necessary for the nationally recognizedCDA credential.


CHD 100 Introduction to Early Care and Education of Children.....................................................................3

CHD 202 Children’s Creative Experiences...........................................3CHD 204 Methods and Materials for

Teaching Preschool Children .........................................................3Information on the additional requirements necessary for this credentialas outlined by the Council is also available.

Courses to renew your CDA credential are available upon request.

*CDA Credential is awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Profes-sional Recognition in Washington, D.C.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Certificate

This program is designed to enrich the child care student/worker andserve as an intermediate step for those individuals continuing their worktoward an associate degree in Child Development.


*COM 100 Introductory Technical English ORENG 101 English Composition I ......................................................3

MTH 116 Mathematical Applications OR MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra.........................................................3

*OAD 101 Beginning Keyboarding ORCIS 146 Microcomputer Applications .............................................3


CHD 100 Introduction to Early Careand Education of Children...............................................................3

CHD 201/PSY 211 Child Growthand Development Principles ...........................................................3

CHD 202 Children’s Creative Experiences...........................................3CHD 204 Methods and Materials for

Teaching Children ...........................................................................3CHD 205 Program Planning for Educating Young Children ................3

Total Credits .....................................................................................24

*Students who may want to pursue the Child Development Associateof Applied Science degree should take ENG 101 and CIS 146 courseoptions.

COMPUTER GRAPHICSOption I

Graphic Design


This program is for those interested in refining artistic talents and inpreparing a professional quality portfolio in order to strengthen employ-ment possibilities. Courses in graphic design, advertising, computergraphics and technical illustration are emphasized in this program. Somecourses are offered only once a year in the day program on the Decaturcampus. Students should plan schedules with the advice of the art fac-ulty.A formal review of a professional quality portfolio of the student’s workis required upon completion of the program of study.



MTH 120-126) ............................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3ART 221 Computer Graphics I............................................................3Humanities elective ............................................................................3Natural Science/Math/CIS elective......................................................3Social Science elective .......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21


ART 113 Drawing I .............................................................................3ART 114 Drawing II ............................................................................3ART 121 Two Dimensional Composition I ..........................................3ART 173 Photography I ......................................................................3ART 203 Art History I .........................................................................3ART 204 Art History II ........................................................................3ART 216 Printmaking I .......................................................................3ART 253 Graphic Design I ..................................................................3ART 254 Graphic Design II .................................................................3ART 291 Supervised Study in Studio Art I and

ART 292 Supervised Study in Studio Art II* ...................................3ART, PFC or VCM elective ..................................................................3ART 299 Portfolio...............................................................................1VCM 150 Typography.........................................................................3VCM 180 Introduction to Graphic Design ...........................................3VCM 232 Advanced Computer Graphics.............................................3VCM 250 Introduction to Technical Illustration ..................................3VCM 251 Technical Illustration...........................................................3*Work completed in these courses must pertain to major area of study.

Total .................................................................................................49

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................70

COMPUTER GRAPHICSOption II

Computer Graphics/Electronic Imaging


This program is for those interested in refining artistic talents and inpreparing a professional quality portfolio in order to strengthen employ-ment possibilities. Courses in graphic design, advertising, computergraphics, technical illustration, and multimedia production are emphasizedin this program. Some courses are offered only once a year in the dayprogram on the Decatur campus. Students should plan schedules withthe advice of the art faculty.A formal review of a professional quality portfolio of the student’s workis required upon completion of the program of study. Option II offers agreater emphasis on Computer Graphics/Electronic Imaging.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3ART 221 Computer Graphics I............................................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR

MTH 120-126).............................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3Humanities elective ............................................................................3Math, Natural Science or CIS elective .................................................3Social Science elective .......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21


ART 113 Drawing I .............................................................................3ART 121 Two Dimensional Composition I ..........................................3ART 173 Photography I ......................................................................3ART 203 Art History I .........................................................................3ART 204 Art History II ........................................................................3

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and ART 292 Supervised Study in Studio Art II* ............................3ART 299 Portfolio...............................................................................1VCM 150 Typography.........................................................................3VCM 145 Introduction to Digital Photography....................................2VCM 180 Introduction to Graphic Design ...........................................3VCM 232 Advanced Computer Graphics.............................................3VCM 250 Introduction to Technical Illustration ..................................3VCM 281 Digital Design......................................................................2VCM 285 Multimedia Production........................................................2VCM 251 Technical Illustration...........................................................3VCM 286 Advanced Multimedia Production .......................................2VCM 282 Advanced Digital Design .....................................................2

Total .................................................................................................47

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................68

*Work completed in these courses must pertain to major area of study.

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSOption I

Microcomputers


This program is designed for students seeking employment in the fieldof the technical concentration. The program is not designed for trans-fer, although many of the courses are transferable to some senior insti-tutions. NOTE: Required courses may not be available every semester.Due to limited course offerings, degree seeking students may find itnecessary to extend completion timelines and attend both day andevening classes.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110 through 115

OR MTH 120 through 126) ..........................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3CIS Elective ........................................................................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics.............................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3

Total .................................................................................................24


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II...................................................3CIS Electives (Must be CIS 197 or Higher) .........................................6CIS 147 Advanced Microcomputer Applications.................................3CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core OR

OAD 125 Word Processing I...........................................................3CIS 197V Microsoft Word Expert OR

OAD 126 Advanced Word Processing ............................................3CIS 197Z Microsoft PowerPoint OR

OAD 232 The Electronic Office........................................................3

CIS 197T Introduction to Web Pages OROAD 233 Trends of Office Technology............................................3

CIS 288 Networking ...........................................................................3CIS Programming Electives (can include CIS 198, CIS 212, CIS 213, CIS 282, CIS 244, CIS 251, CIS 252,CIS 255, CIS 261, CIS 262, CIS 293, CIS 299) ...................................9

Total .................................................................................................39

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................63

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSOption II

Programming




ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR

MTH 120-126).............................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3CIS Elective ........................................................................................3ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics.............................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3

Total .................................................................................................24


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II...................................................3CIS 147 Advanced Microcomputer Applications.................................3CIS 222 Database Management Systems ...........................................3CIS 278 Operating Systems................................................................3CIS 251 C++ Programming ................................................................3CIS Programming Electives (can include CIS 198,

CIS 244, CIS 255, CIS 261 CIS 282)..............................................9CIS 281 Systems Analysis..................................................................3CIS 288 Networking ...........................................................................3CIS Advanced Programming Electives (can include CIS 213,

CIS 252, CIS 262, CIS 293, CIS 299).............................................9CIS 212 Visual BASIC.........................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................45

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................69

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COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSOption III

Office Administrative Professional




ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3SPA 101 Introductory Spanish I .........................................................4SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR

MTH 120-126).............................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3Science/Math/CIS Elective...............................................................3-4ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics.............................................3

Total............................................................................................25-26


BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3BUS 263 Legal/Social Environment of Business.................................3CIS 147 Advanced Microcomputer Applications.................................3OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding ...................................................3OAD 104 Advanced Keyboarding........................................................3OAD 125 Word Processing I OR

CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core .....................................................3OAD 126 Advanced Word Processing OR

CIS 197V Microsoft Word Expert...................................................3OAD 138 Records/Information Management......................................3OAD 200 Machine Transcription ........................................................3OAD 217 Office Management .............................................................3OAD 230 Electronic Publishing...........................................................3OAD 232 The Electronic Office OR

CIS 197Z Microsoft PowerPoint ....................................................3OAD 233 Trends in Office Technology OR

CIS 197T Introduction to Web Pages.............................................3

Total .................................................................................................39

TOTAL CREDITS .........................................................................64-65

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSOption IV

Networking Technology


This program is designed for students seeking employment in the fieldof the technical concentration. The program is not designed for trans-

fer, although many of the courses are transferable to some senior insti-tutions. Courses included are designed to prepare students to suc-cessfully complete CompTIA A+ Certification requirements. NOTE:Required courses may not be available every semester. Due to limitedcourse offerings, degree-seeking students may find it necessary to extendcompletion timelines and attend both day and evening classes.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (to be selected from MTH 110-115 OR

MTH 120-126).............................................................3CIS Electives.......................................................................................6ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics.............................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3

Total ................................................................................................24

PROFESSIONAL CORE REQUIREMENTS:

CIS 146 Introduction to Information Systems ....................................3CIS 147 Advanced Microcomputer Applications.................................3CIS 150 Computer Program Logic .....................................................3CIS 222 Database Management Systems ...........................................3CIS 251 C++ Programming ................................................................3CIS 266 Computer Software Installation and Problem

Determination.................................................................................3CIS 267 Computer Hardware Problem Determination ........................3CIS 278 Computer Operating Systems ...............................................3CIS 281 Systems Analysis and Design ...............................................3CIS 288 Microcomputer Networking ..................................................3CIS Programming Electives (can include CIS 198, CIS 212,

CIS 213, CIS 244, CIS 251, CIS 252, CIS 255, CIS 261, CIS 262, CIS 282, CIS 293, CIS 299) ...............................9

Total .................................................................................................39

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................63

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

General Office Assistant Certificate

Certificates are programs of study designed to give students specificskills in a technology. Should students later wish to pursue a degree pro-gram, many courses within the certificate will apply toward the degree.NOTE: Students should consult with a department advisor during theirfirst semester in planning their academic schedule so that degree require-ments can be completed in an expedient manner. Required courses maynot be available every semester. Degree seeking students may find itnecessary to extend completion timelines and attend both day andevening classes.


ENG 101 English Composition I.........................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (MTH 100 or above)......................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3SPA 101 Introductory Spanish I .........................................................4

Total .................................................................................................16

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BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I....................................................3OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding ...................................................3OAD 125 Word Processing I OR

CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core .....................................................3OAD 138 Records/Information Management......................................3OAD 200 Machine Transcription.........................................................3OAD 217 Office Management .............................................................3OAD 230 Electronic Publishing...........................................................3OAD 232 The Electronic Office OR

CIS 197Z Microsoft PowerPoint ....................................................3OAD 233 Trends in Office Technology OR

CIS 197T Introduction to Web Pages.............................................3

Total .................................................................................................30

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................46

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Software Applications Certificate

The Software Applications Certificate is designed for students seekinginstruction in various types of Microsoft software in preparation for theMicrosoft Office Specialist exams. Instruction is designed for thoseseeking to be more employable in the job market or to enhance currentcomputer skills. While the certificate focuses on Microsoft Office Spe-cialist objectives, vendor-sponsored testing is not a requirement forcertificate completion.

CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core ..........................................................3CIS 197V Microsoft Word Expert .......................................................3CIS 197X Microsoft Excel Core...........................................................3CIS 197Y Microsoft Excel Expert ........................................................3CIS 197W Microsoft Access ..............................................................3CIS 197Z Microsoft PowerPoint ........................................................3CIS 197AA Microsoft Outlook ............................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSWord Processing Specialist Certificate

Certificates are programs of study designed to give students specificskills in a technology. Should students later wish to pursue a degree pro-gram, many courses within the certificate will apply toward the degree.NOTE: Students should consult with a department advisor during theirfirst semester in planning their academic schedule so that degree require-ments can be completed in an expedient manner. Required coursesmay not be available every semester. Degree seeking students may findit necessary to extend completion timelines and attend both day andevening classes.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (MTH 100 or above)......................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3

Total .................................................................................................12


BUS 215 Business Communications ..................................................3OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding ...................................................3OAD 104 Advanced Keyboarding........................................................3OAD 125 Word Processing I OR

CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core .....................................................3OAD 126 Advanced Word Processing OR

CIS 197V Microsoft Word Expert...................................................3OAD 138 Records/Information Management......................................3OAD 200 Machine Transcription.........................................................3OAD 230 Electronic Publishing...........................................................3OAD 232 The Electronic Office OR

CIS 197Z PowerPoint ....................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................27

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................39

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSMedical Office Assistant Certificate



OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding ...................................................3OAD 125 Word Processing I OR

CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core .....................................................3OAD 200 Machine Transcription.........................................................3OAD 211 Medical Terminology...........................................................3OAD 212 Medical Transcription..........................................................3OAD 214 Medical Office Procedures...................................................3OAD 215 Health Information Management .........................................3OAD 247 Special Projects (Patient Billing) .........................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSLegal Office Assistant Certificate


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OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding ...................................................3OAD 125 Word Processing I OR

CIS 197U Microsoft Word Core .....................................................3OAD 138 Records/Information Management......................................3OAD 200 Machine Transcription.........................................................3OAD 202 Legal Transcription..............................................................3OAD 203 Legal Office Procedures ......................................................3OAD 247 Special Projects (Legal Keyboarding) ..................................3BUS 263 Legal and Social Environment of Business ..........................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

COSMETOLOGY

Certificate

This program has been constructed to give the student knowledge andskills that are required to become a licensed cosmetologist. The lengthof the program is 1200 credit unit hours. Students entering cosmetologymust have a high school diploma or hold an equivalency certificate, andhave the approved health card. A Skin Test is required to meet StateCosmetology Board regulations.


COM 100 Introductory Technical English I ORENG 101 English Composition I.......................................................3

SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra OR

MTH 116 Mathematical Applications .............................................3CIS Computer Information Systems Elective ......................................3

Total .................................................................................................12


BAR 114 Advanced Barber-Styling Lab ORBAR 132 Hairstyling and Design....................................................3

COS 111 Cosmetology Science and Art ..............................................3COS 112 Cosmetology Science and Art Lab .......................................3COS 113 Chemical Methodology ........................................................3COS 114 Chemical Methodology Lab .................................................3COS 121 Colorimetry..........................................................................3COS 122 Colorimetry Applications .....................................................3COS 123 Cosmetology Salon Practices ..............................................3COS 124 Salon Management..............................................................3COS 131 Esthetics..............................................................................3COS 132 Esthetics Applications..........................................................3COS 143 Hair Designs ........................................................................3COS 151 Nail Care ..............................................................................3COS 152 Nail Care Applications..........................................................3COS 190 Internship in Cosmetology...................................................3COS 191 Co-op ..................................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................48

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................60

COSMETOLOGY/ESTHETICS(Skin Care)

Certificate

This program is designed for the student who is preparing for a careerin Estheology (Skin Care). The length of this program is 1200 creditunits. Upon completion of this program, the graduate is eligible for theAlabama State Board Examination (consisting of a written and practicalexam) to obtain an Esthetician’s License. Coursework includes lectureand lab instruction.


COM 100 Introductory Technical English I ORENG 101 English Composition I.......................................................3

SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (MTH 100 OR MTH 116) ...............................................3CIS Computer Information Systems Elective ......................................3

Total .................................................................................................12


COS 124 Salon Management..............................................................2COS 131 Esthetics..............................................................................3COS 132 Esthetics Applications..........................................................3COS 160 Image Projection .................................................................3COS 163 Facial Treatments ................................................................3COS 164 Facial Machine.....................................................................3COS 165 Related Subjects-Estheticians..............................................3COS 166 Color Psychology – Coordination ........................................3COS 168 Bacteriology and Sanitation .................................................3COS 169 Skin Functions.....................................................................3COS 190 Internship in Cosmetology...................................................3COS 191 Co-Op ..................................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................35

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................47

COSMETOLOGY/INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

Certificate

A teacher-training program for licensed cosmetologists. Upon com-pletion of this program, the graduate is eligible to take the AlabamaInstructor Examination.

CIT 211 Teaching and Curriculum Development.................................3CIT 212 Teacher Mentorship ..............................................................3CIT 213 Lesson Plan Development.....................................................3CIT 221 Lesson Plan Implementation.................................................3CIT 222 Instructional Materials and Methods .....................................3CIT 223 Instructional Materials and Methods Applications.................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................18

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COSMETOLOGY/NAIL TECHNOLOGY

Certificate

This program of training is designed for the student who is preparing fora career in manicuring, pedicuring, and artificial nail application.


COM 100 Introductory Technical English ORENG 101 English Composition I.......................................................3

SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MTH Elective (numbered 100 or higher).............................................3CIS Computer Information Systems Elective ......................................3

Total .................................................................................................12


COS 124 Salon Management..............................................................3COS 151 Nail Care ..............................................................................3COS 152 Nail Care Applications..........................................................3COS 153 Nail Art ................................................................................3COS 154 Nail Art Applications ............................................................3COS 190 Internship in Cosmetology...................................................3COS 191 Co-Op ..................................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................33

DENTAL ASSISTING


Dental Assisting is a dental auxiliary field. As auxiliary team members,students in the Dental Assisting program are taught to be generalists.They perform a variety of functions in the dental office requiring com-munication skills, critical thinking and sound judgment. Dental Assistantsmay provide chairside assistance to the dentist, perform work in thedental laboratory, provide oral hygiene instruction, assist with radio-logical procedures and/or perform office managerial duties. Throughevaluation techniques, Dental Assistants enhance the quality of care thepatient receives.

The Associate of Applied Science degree is awarded to the student whocompletes the general education core requirements and major courserequirements for dental assisting. This can be accomplished in foursemesters. A three-semester certificate program is also available. Grad-uates of either program are eligible to apply to take the certificationexamination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board.

The Dental Assisting program is accredited by the Commission onDental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, a specializedaccrediting body recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accred-itation and by the United States Department of Education. The DentalAssisting program is operated with the approval of the Board of DentalExaminers of Alabama.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Program objectives, as defined by the Dental Assisting program, areutilized to prepare individuals in the program to become competent

dental assistant practitioners. Upon successful completion of the Den-tal Assisting program, graduates will be able to:

1. Utilize effective communicative skills.2. Participate as a member of the dental health team in the coordi-

nation and delivery of patient care.3. Teach the patient adequate nutrition as it relates to health and the

teeth.4. Perform four-handed assisting skills to assist the dentist in general

dentistry.5. Perform common laboratory procedures.6. Implement beginning skills for assisting in the dental specialties.7. Expose, process and mount dental radiographs.8. Demonstrate skills in organizing and maintaining the secretarial

assistant position.9. Assist the dentist during office emergencies.

10. Demonstrate acceptable behavior by practicing within the ethicaland legal guidelines of the Dental Assistant.

11. Participate in continuing education by:a. reading current literature.b. attending continuing education programs through formal and/or

informal educational experiences.c. networking with members of the dental health team to impart

knowledge.

Admission to the program: Applicants must meet the admission require-ments of Calhoun Community College. Applicants must have a 2.5grade point average and should be eligible to take English 101 and Math100 OR Math 112 OR Math 116 or have permission of the Dental Assist-ing instructor. Dental Assisting classes are admitted once a year, fallsemester. For more information/appointment, contact Ms. Pat Stueck,Dental Assisting Director, 306-2812 or the Allied Health Department,306-2786.

Students enrolled in the Dental Assisting program fall semester will berequired to:

1. Provide evidence of current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)course completion. CPR course completion must be maintainedthroughout the program.

2. Submit a current student Health Examination form completedappropriately by a licensed physician. Form furnished by AlliedHealth Department.

3. Provide medical verification of two-step Mantoux skin test (chestx-ray if positive) indicating he/she is free of tuberculosis.

4. Provide documentation of immunity for Rubeola, Mumps, andRubella (measles)

5. Provide verification of immunization for hepatitis B and/or showpositive antibodies, or sign a waiver.

6. Purchase radiation badge.7. Purchase professional liability insurance through the college by

the first week of classes. (Forms available in the Allied HealthDepartment)

8. Arrange reliable transportation to and from clinical facilities asrequired by the program.

9. Abide by the policies of the College and Dental Assisting PolicyManual.

When there is probable cause, the Allied Health Department reservesthe right to require a prospective student, a student currently enrolled inthe program, or a returning student to submit to psychological test-ing/counseling, a drug screening, and/or a physical examination by alicensed physician at the student’s expense and to submit a report of the

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outcome to the Allied Health Department. The Allied Health Departmentwill provide a specific form for this purpose when applicable. All reportswill be reviewed by the Dental Assisting Instructor/Allied Health Depart-ment to determine if a student may be admitted, readmitted, or retainedin the dental program.

Progression in the Program: Students are expected to meet pre-requi-site/co-requisite requirements to progress in the program. Studentsmust attain a minimum grade of “C” in theory for each Dental Assistingcourse and earn a grade of “Satisfactory” for Dental Assisting courses withthat component.

Readmission to the Program: A student may be readmitted to a DentalAssisting Program one time following a failure of or withdrawal from aDental Assisting course. Students who are currently returning followinga failure are considered to be using their second and final opportunity tocomplete the Dental Assisting Program. Students may apply for read-mittance within two years of original entry by submitting a letter of intentto the Program Director.

The readmission of a student is based on availability of space and the stu-dent-teacher ratio, provided the student is eligible to return. Any studentrequesting readmission must have a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.5on all course work attempted. All requirements for students enrolling inthe program will apply to students returning to the Dental Assisting Pro-gram. Students who re-enter the program may be subject to followingthe current curriculum.

To be readmitted to the Dental Assisting program, the student mustcontact Ms. Pat Stueck (256/306-2812) to schedule an appointment todiscuss readmission.

Policy/Curriculum Changes: Policies/Curriculum changes in the DentalAssisting program are subject to change at any given time. Written doc-umentation will be provided to students currently enrolled in the pro-gram prior to change in policy/curriculum.

Fall Cr. Hrs.

DNT 100 Introduction to Dental Assisting ..........................................2DNT 101 Preclinical Procedures I ......................................................3DNT 102 Dental Materials...................................................................3DNT 103 Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Assistants....................3DNT 104 Basic Sciences for Dental Assisting .....................................2*PSY 200 General Psychology ...........................................................3

Spring Cr. Hrs.

DNT 111 Clinical Practice I .................................................................5DNT 112 Dental Radiology .................................................................3DNT 113 Dental Health Education.......................................................2DNT 116 Preclinical Procedures II......................................................2DNT 124 Clinically Applied Infection Control and OSHA

Standards ..................................................................................1*MTH Elective (May choose from the following) ................................3

MTH 100 Intermediate College AlgebraMTH 112 Precalculus AlgebraMTH 116 Mathematical Applications

*SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking......................................3

Summer Cr. Hrs.DNT 121 Dental Office Procedures .....................................................4DNT 122 Clinical Practice II ................................................................4

DNT 123 Dental Assisting Seminar.....................................................4*ENG 101 English Composition I .......................................................3

General Education Core Requirements in addition to courseslisted above (required for AAS Degree):

*Natural Science elective....................................................................4*CIS elective.......................................................................................3*Humanities/Fine Arts elective ...........................................................3*History or Social Science or Behavioral Science elective ..................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................63

*General Education Core Courses may be completed prior to entering thprogram.

DENTAL ASSISTING

Certificate

Dental Assisting is a dental auxiliary field. As auxiliary team members,students in the Dental Assisting program are taught to be generalists.They perform a variety of functions in the dental office requiring com-munication skills, critical thinking and sound judgment. Dental Assistantsmay provide chairside assistance to the dentist, perform work in thedental laboratory, provide oral hygiene instruction, assist with radio-logical procedures and/or perform office managerial duties. Throughevaluation techniques, Dental Assistants enhance the quality of care thepatient receives.

Certificates are programs of study designed to give students specificskills in a technology. Should students later wish to pursue a degree pro-gram, all courses within the certificate will apply toward the degree.

The Dental Assisting program is accredited by the Commission on Den-tal Accreditation of the American Dental Association, a specialized accred-iting body recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditationand by the United States Department of Education. The Dental Assistingprogram is operated with the approval of the Board of Dental Examinersof Alabama.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Program objectives, as defined by the Dental Assisting program, areutilized to prepare individuals in the program to become competent den-tal assistant practitioners. Upon successful completion of the DentalAssisting program graduates will be able to:

1. Utilize effective communicative skills.2. Participate as a member of the dental health team in the coordina-

tion and delivery of patient care.3. Teach the patient adequate nutrition as it relates to health and the

teeth.4. Perform four-handed assisting skills to assist the dentist in general

dentistry.5. Perform common laboratory procedures.6. Implement beginning skills for assisting in the dental specialties.7. Expose, process and mount dental radiographs.8. Demonstrate skills in organizing and maintaining the secretarial

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10. Demonstrate acceptable behavior by practicing within the ethical andlegal guidelines of the Dental Assistant.

11. Participate in continuing education by:a. reading current literature.b. attending continuing education programs through formal and/or

informal educational experiences.c. networking with members of the dental health team to impart

knowledge.

Admission to the program: Applicants must meet the admission require-ments of Calhoun Community College. Applicants must have a 2.5 gradepoint average and should be eligible to take English 101 and Math 100,OR Math 112 OR Math 116 or have permission of the Dental Assistinginstructor. Dental Assisting classes are admitted once a year, fall semes-ter. For more information/appointment, contact Ms. Pat Stueck, DentalAssisting Director, 256/306-2812 or the Allied Health Department, 306-2786.

Programs of Study

Students enrolled in the Dental Assisting program fall semester will berequired to:1. Provide evidence of current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

course completion. CPR course completion must be maintainedthroughout the program.

2. Submit a current student Health Examination form completedappropriately by licensed physician. Form furnished by AlliedHealth Department.

3. Provide medical verification of two-step Mantoux skin test (chestx-ray if positive) indicating he/she is free of tuberculosis.

4. Provide documentation of immunity for Rubeola, Mumps, andRubella (Measles).

5. Provide verification of immunization for hepatitis B and/or showpositive antibodies, or sign a waiver.

6. Purchase radiation badge.7. Purchase professional liability insurance through the college by

the first week of class. (Forms available in the Allied Health Depart-ment)

8. Arrange reliable transportation to and from clinical facilities asrequired by the program.

9. Abide by the policies of the College and Dental Assisting PolicyManual.

When there is probable cause, the Allied Health Department reservesthe right to require a prospective student, a student currently enrolled inthe program, or a returning student to submit to psychological test-ing/counseling, a drug screening, and/or a physical examination by alicensed physician at the student’s expense and to submit a report ofthe outcome to the Allied Health Department. The Allied Health Depart-ment will provide a specific form for this purpose when applicable. Allreports will be reviewed by the Dental Assisting instructor/Allied HealthDepartment to determine if a student may be admitted, readmitted, orretained in the dental program.

Progression in the Program: Students are expected to meet pre-req-uisite/co-requisite requirements to progress in the program. Studentsmust attain a minimum grade of “C” in theory for each Dental Assistingcourse and earn a grade of “Satisfactory” for Dental Assisting courseswith that component.

Readmission to the Program: A student may be readmitted to a DentalAssisting Program one time following a failure of or withdrawal from aDental Assisting course. Students who are currently returning following

a failure are considered to be using their and final opportunity to com-plete the Dental Assisting Program. Students may apply for readmittancewithin two years of original entry by submitting a letter of intent to the Pro-gram Director.

The readmission of a student is based on availability of space and the stu-dent-teacher ratio, provided the student is eligible to return. Any studentrequesting readmission must have a minimum Grade Point Average of2.5 on all course work attempted. All requirements for students enrollingin the program will apply to student returning to the Dental AssistingProgram. Students who re-enter the program may be subject to followthe current curriculum.

To be readmitted to the Dental Assisting program, the student mustcontact Ms. Pat Stueck (256/306-2812) to schedule an appointment todiscuss readmission.

Policy/Curriculum Changes: Policies/Curriculum changes in the Den-tal Assisting program are subject to change at any given time. Writtendocumentation will be provided to students currently enrolled in theprogram prior to change in policy/curriculum.

Fall Cr. Hrs.DNT 100 Introduction to Dental Assisting ..........................................2DNT 101 Preclinical Procedures I.......................................................3DNT 102 Dental Materials...................................................................3DNT 103 Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Assistants....................3DNT 104 Basic Sciences for Dental Assisting .....................................2*PSY 200 General Psychology ...........................................................3

Spring Cr. Hrs.DNT 111 Clinical Practice I .................................................................5DNT 112 Dental Radiology .................................................................3DNT 113 Dental Health Education.......................................................2DNT 116 Preclinical Procedures II......................................................2DNT 124 Clinically Applied Infection Control and

OSHA Standards .................................................................1*MTH Elective (May choose from the following) ................................3


*SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking......................................3

Summer Cr. Hrs.DNT 121 Dental Office Procedures .....................................................4DNT 122 Clinical Practice II ................................................................4DNT 123 Dental Assisting Seminar.....................................................4*ENG 101 English Composition I .......................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................50

* General Education Core Courses may be completed prior toentering the program.

DESIGN DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY

Associate of Applied Science

This program prepares students for immediate employment in the fieldof drafting. Computer assisted drafting is a vital part of the DesignDrafting Program.

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ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Math I OR

MTH 112 Precalculus Algebra ........................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking .......................................3Natural Science/Computer Science or

Math Electives (MTH 113-115 OR MTH 120-126) ..........................6Humanities Elective ............................................................................3Social Science Elective .......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21


DDT 111 Fundamentals of Design Drafting Technology .....................3DDT 112 Introductory Technical Drawing...........................................3DDT 103 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting.............................3DDT 114 Industrial Blueprint Reading ................................................3DDT 116 Blueprint Reading for Construction .....................................3DDT 119 Advanced Electronic Drafting...............................................3DDT 121 Intermediate Technical Drawing ..........................................3DDT 122 Advanced Technical Drawing...............................................3DDT 123 Intermediate CAD ................................................................4DDT 131 Machine Drafting Basics ......................................................3DDT 150 Theory of Residential Drawing and Design ..........................3DDT 155 Drawing for Residential Construction ..................................4DDT 213 Civil Drafting Plat Maps .......................................................3DDT 225 Structural Steel Drafting ......................................................3DDT 233 Solids Modeling...................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................47

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................68

DESIGN DRAFTING/COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING

Certificate

This certificate offers basic computer aided drafting skills.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS (Decatur Campus only):

DDT 103 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting.............................3DDT 111 Fundamentals of Design Drafting Technology .....................3DDT 112 Introductory Technical Drawing...........................................3DDT 121 Intermediate Technical Drawing ..........................................3DDT 123 Intermediate CAD ................................................................4

Total .................................................................................................16

DESIGN DRAFTING/RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

Certificate

(Decatur Campus only)

DDT 103 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting.............................3DDT 111 Fundamentals of Drafting and Design Technology ...............3DDT 116 Blueprint Reading for Construction ......................................3

DDT 123 Intermediate CAD .................................................................4DDT 150 Theory of Residential Drawing and Design...........................3DDT 155 Drawing for Residential Construction...................................4

TOTAL CREDITS ...............................................................................20

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY



ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Math OR Higher than

MTH 105 ........................................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking OR

SPH 228 Group Communications...................................................3CIS 130 Introduction to Computer Information ..................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3Social Science Elective .......................................................................3Natural Science or Math Elective * .....................................................3Total .................................................................................................21* MTH 104 Plane Trigonometry is required for Instrumentation Option

COMMON ELECTRICAL CORE REQUIREMENTS:(Decatur Campus only)ELT 105 DC and AC Electricity............................................................6ELT 120 Motors .................................................................................6ELT 210 Motor Controls .....................................................................6ELT 218 Hydraulics and Pneumatics ..................................................6Total .................................................................................................24

ELECTRICAL OPTION SPECIALIZATION REQUIREMENTS:(Decatur Campus only)ELT 113 Residential Wiring ................................................................6ELT 133 Commercial/Industrial Wiring...............................................6ELT 217 Transformers .......................................................................3ELT 221 Electronics for Electricians I .................................................3ELT 230 Programmable Controls .......................................................6ELT 241 National Electric Code ..........................................................3Total .................................................................................................27

TOTAL CREDITS ELECTRICAL OPTION............................................75

HVAC OPTION SPECIALIZATION REQUIREMENTS:(Decatur Campus only)ELT 113 Residential Wiring ................................................................6ELT 133 Commercial/Industrial Wiring...............................................6ELT 231 Programmable Controls I .....................................................3ACR 111 Refrigeration Principles .......................................................3ACR 112 HVACR Service Procedures.................................................3ACR 115 Heating Systems I ...............................................................6ACR 205 Systems Sizing and Air Distribution ....................................3Total .................................................................................................30

TOTAL CREDITS HVAC OPTION.......................................................75

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE SPECIALIZATION REQUIREMENTS:(Decatur Campus only)ELT 217 Transformers .......................................................................3DDT 114 Industrial Blueprint Reading * OR

DDT 116 Blueprint Reading for Construction ..................................3

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INT 112 Industrial Maintenance Safety Procedures............................3INT 233 Industrial Maintenance Metal Welding and

Cutting Techniques..........................................................................3MTT 101 Basic Machining Technology...............................................3MTT 102 Intermediate Machining Technology ...................................3PMC 114 Mechanical Drives and Bearings .........................................3PMC 117 Pumps and Piping Systems................................................3PMC 125 Industrial Processes ...........................................................2ACR 111 Refrigeration Principles .......................................................3Total .................................................................................................29

TOTAL CREDITS INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE OPTION ..................74

* DDT 114 Industrial Blueprint Reading is the preferred course for this option.

ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION SPECIALIZATION REQUIRE-MENTS:(Decatur Campus only)ELT 230 Programmable Controls .......................................................6ELT 221 Electronics for Electricians ...................................................3ELT 222 Advanced Electronics for Electricians...................................3ILT 103 Introduction to Instrumentation Technology .........................3ILT 104 Industrial Instrumentation.....................................................3ILT 105 Industrial Instrumentation Lab ..............................................2ILT 108 Introduction to Instruments and Process Control .................3ILT 109 Instrumentation Operation and Calibration............................3Total .................................................................................................26

TOTAL CREDITS ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION OPTION:.........71

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS)

CertificateAssociate in Applied Science

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program, approved by the Alaba-ma Department of Public Health, utilizes nationally recognized standardsto provide students not only knowledge about the critical differencesbetween the physiology, the pathophysiology, and the clinical symp-toms of infants, children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly as theyrelate to pre-hospital emergency patient care situations, but also skills inthe emergency medical care of these patients. EMS education includeslegal/ethical considerations, and treatment modalities/protocols within thescope of practice of the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Students enrolled in the Emergency Medical Services Program maychoose to earn a certificate or to earn the Associate in Applied Sciencedegree in Emergency Medical Services. The first certificate of comple-tion is the EMT-Basic (EMT-B) and the second is Paramedic. Upon suc-cessful completion of each certificate, the student is eligible to apply totake the National Registry Examination at his/her respective level of train-ing. Upon successful completion of the examination, the student will beeligible to apply for licensure to practice in the State of Alabama as anEMT-B or Paramedic.

To be granted an Associate in Applied Science degree, a student must suc-cessfully complete both levels of Emergency Medical Technician trainingand complete the general education course requirements as outlinedfor the program. The Emergency Medical Services Programs are fullyapproved by the Alabama State Department of Public Health, EmergencyMedical Services Division.

As vital members of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team, EMTsprovide prehospital emergency care to the ill and injured patient, con-tinuing that care until the patient is under the care of a higher level of care.

Basic EMTs have the knowledge and skills to provide basic life supportto all patients whether the problem is trauma, cardiac, or medical. EMTscan splint fractures, bandage wounds, and stabilize a patient for trans-port to a medical facility.

Paramedics are the highest level of prehospital care in the EMS system.Paramedics record and interpret EKG findings, treat cardiac arrests withdefibrillation and cardioversion, reduce shock by intravenous fluid admin-istration, provide ventilations and airway protection by endotrachealintubation and administer pharmacological therapy. Paramedics serveas team leaders on EMS units.

The EMS curriculum for EMT-Basic and Paramedic follows the Nation-al Standard Curriculum as developed by the U.S. Department of Trans-portation and meets the approval of the Alabama Department of PublicHealth, Emergency Medical Services Division. EMS courses are open toqualified students who meet the general admission and entry-levelrequirements. All students must complete the COMPASS or ASSETprior to admission into the EMS Program. All EMS students must be cer-tified in CPR at the Health Care Provider level (or equivalent) and havecompleted EMS 113 OR HPS 100 before entering the clinical areas.Passing score for all EMS courses is 75%. Graduates are eligible toapply for the National Registry Examination, passing of which is requiredfor state licensure in Alabama.

Graduates of the EMS program find employment with ambulance services,hospitals, fire departments, rescue squads and industrial safety. Otheropportunities for employment include emergency clinics, insurance com-panies, fire service agencies and law enforcement agencies.

In order to be eligible to attend clinicals, each student must attend aclinical orientation session. Date, time and location for clinical orientationsessions will be published each semester.

It is recommended that all students enrolling in EMS courses andREQUIRED that students registering for EMP courses make an appoint-ment with a member of the EMS faculty prior to enrollment for counseling.

For more information, visit www.calhoun.edu/ems or contact AnnWagnon, EMS secretary at 256-306-2786, e-mail [email protected];Jarrod Taylor, EMS Program Director at 256-306-2781, e-mail [email protected]; or Jeff Mitchell at (256) 306-2791, e-mail [email protected].

EMT-BASIC CERTIFICATE

The EMT-Basic portion of the program is one semester in length andconsists of the following courses, which are taught concurrently threedays/evenings per week and must be successfully completed for eligibilityfor NREMT exam.EMS 140 EMT Preparatory and

Prehospital EMS Operations ..........................................................2EMS 141 EMT Assessment and Trauma Related Injuries ..................3EMS 142 EMT Medical Emergencies and Pediatric Care ...................3*EMS 143 EMT Basic Clinical Competencies ....................................1Total hours for EMT-Basic Certificate ............................................... 9

Optional course for EMT-Basic students including 45 additional hours ofclinical education:*EMS 145 Emergency Department Preceptorship ............................2

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*Includes 45 hours of clinical education (Insurance, Completion of EMS113, and CPR Verification Required).

EMERGENCY MEDICAL PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATE

The Emergency Medical Paramedic (EMP) certificate level consists of15 courses. Each semester builds on the preceding semester. Stu-dents must successfully pass all courses to be eligible for the NationalRegistry Examination for Paramedics. Prior to admission to the Para-medic level, students must have received a grade of “C” or higher for amath and an English course - 100 level or above. To meet these courseprerequisites, students are encouraged to complete ENG 101 to satisfythe English requirement and either MTH 100 OR MTH 112 OR MTH 116to satisfy the mathematics requirement. Completion of these courseswill also satisfy the English and mathematics requirements in the Para-medic Associate of Applied Science degree. The courses for the EMPcertificate include the following:

Paramedic Semester OneEMP 189 Applied Anatomy and Physiology for the

Paramedic .................................................................................4EMP 191 Paramedic Preparatory ...................................................2EMP 192 Paramedic Operations ................................................... 3EMP 199 Cardiovascular Electrophysiology ..................................3

Paramedic Semester TwoEMP 193 Patient Assessment and Management .......................... 3EMP 194 Paramedic General Pharmacology .................................2EMP 196 Advanced Trauma Management B ..................................3EMP 203 Cardiovascular Patient Management................................3

Paramedic Semester Three*EMP 197 Paramedic Clinical Competencies I ...............................3*EMP 200 Medical Patient Management IIA ..................................6EMP 198 Medical Patient Management I .......................................3

Paramedic Semester FourEMP 204 Transition to Paramedic Practice ...................................3EMP 205 Paramedic Terminal Competencies ................................2*EMP 206 Paramedic Field Preceptorship ....................................6*EMP 207 Paramedic Team Leadership Preceptorship .................1

Total hours for Paramedic Certificate (excluding EMT-Basic certificate) ................................................47

*Includes clinical education (Insurance, Completion of EMS 113, andCPR Verification Required)

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

ParamedicAssociate in Applied Science

EMS Course Requirements:

EMT Basic (One Semester)EMS 140 EMT Preparatory and Prehospital EMS Operations ............2EMS 141 EMT Assessment and Trauma Related Injuries ..................3EMS 142 EMT Medical Emergencies and Pediatric Care ...................3EMS 143 EMT Basic Clinical Competencies ......................................1ENG 101 English Composition I ........................................................3Math Elective (May choose from the following) .................................3


Semester Total ...............................................................................15

** Prior to admission to the Paramedic level, students must havereceived a grade of “C” or higher for a math and an English course -100 level or above.

EMT ParamedicParamedic Semester One:EMP 191 Paramedic Preparatory ......................................................2EMP 192 Paramedic Operations ...................................................... 3EMP 199 Cardiovascular Electrophysiology .....................................3*BIO 201 Anatomy and Physiology I .................................................4SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking ......................................3Semester Total ................................................................................15

Paramedic Semester Two:EMP 193 Patient Assessment and Management ..............................3EMP 194 Paramedic General Pharmacology ................................... 2EMP 196 Advanced Trauma Management B ................................... 3EMP 203 Cardiovascular Patient Management ..................................3*BIO 202 Anatomy and Physiology II ................................................4CIS Elective .......................................................................................1

Semester Total ................................................................................16* Prerequisite for BIO 201 and 202 is BIO 103 or successful completionof placement exam.

Paramedic Semester Three*EMP 197 Paramedic Clinical Competencies I ................................. 3*EMP 200 Medical Patient Management IIA ....................................6EMP 198 Medical Patient Management I ..........................................3PSY 200 General Psychology ............................................................3

Semester Total ................................................................................15

Paramedic Semester FourEMP 204 Transition to Paramedic Practice ......................................3EMP 205 Paramedic Terminal Competencies ...................................2*EMP 206 Paramedic Field Preceptorship .......................................6*EMP 207 Paramedic Team Leadership Preceptorship ....................1Humanities Elective ...........................................................................3

Semester Total ................................................................................15

Total Hours ....................................................................................76

*Includes clinical education (Insurance Required).

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EMT-Basic/EMT-Paramedic GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

There are Essential Functions required for students entering and partici-pating in the EMT-Basic and EMT-Paramedic curricula. As a student, youmust:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

(1) have the physical ability to walk, climb, crawl, bend, push, pull, or liftand balance over less than ideal terrain;

(2) have good physical stamina and endurance, which would not beadversely affected by having to lift, carry, and balance at times, inexcess of 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance);

(3) see different color spectrums;(4) have good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipu-

late equipment, instrumentation, and medications;

PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITIES (Data Collection, Judgment, Reasoning)

(5) be able to send and receive verbal messages as well as operateappropriate communication equipment of current technology;

(6) be able to collect facts and to organize data accurately, communicateclearly both orally and in writing in the English language at the ninth-grade reading level or higher;

(7) be able to differentiate between normal and abnormal findings inhuman physical conditions by using visual, auditory, olfactory, andtactile observations;

(8) be able to make good judgment decisions and exhibit problem-solving skills under stressful situations;

(9) be attentive to detail and be aware of standards and rules that gov-ern practice;

(10) implement therapies based on mathematical calculations; (11) demonstrate competency in the use of computers;

WORKER CHARACTERISTICS

(12) possess emotional stability to be able to perform duties in life-or-death situations and in potentially dangerous social situations,including responding to calls in districts known to have high crimerates;

(13) be able to handle stress and work well as part of a team;(14) be oriented to reality and not be mentally impaired by mind-altering

substances;(15) not be addicted to drugs or alcohol;(16) be able to work shifts of 12 hours in length;(17) be able to tolerate being exposed to extremes in the environment

including variable aspects of weather, hazardous fumes, and noise; (18) possess eyesight of a minimum of one eye correctable to 20/20

vision and be able to determine directions according to a map; stu-dents who desire to drive an ambulance must possess approxi-mately 180 degrees peripheral vision capacity, and

(19) possess a valid driver’s license, and be able to safely and competentlyoperate a motor vehicle in accordance with State Law.

ENTRY LEVEL REQUIREMENTS

EMT-BASICEntry level requirements for students entering and participating in

EMS education are as follows:

1. Possess a GED or high school diploma;2. Complete the COMPASS or ASSET exam;

3. Meet all institutional admission requirements;4. Successfully complete within the last 12 months Basic Cardiac Life

Support for the Health Care Provider or equivalent;5. Comply with “Essential Functions” of the program or attach docu-

mentation to the program application form of those essential func-tions of which the student is not in compliance (for review byCalhoun’s American Disabilities Coordinator);

6. Provide an acceptable physical examination by a licensed medicaldoctor or doctor of osteopathy to include:a. Written documentation (on a form provided by the program) of

the physician’s opinion regarding the prospective student asfollows:- have emotional and physical ability to carry out the normal

activities of prehospital emergency care;- compliance with the “Essential Functions” for the pro-

gram; andhealth history.

b. Up-to-date immunizations to include:- Tetanus/D within the past 10 years;- MMR Vaccine prior to 1969 or Rubella Titer of 1:8 or

above is sufficient in lieu of MMR;- RPR;- Two-step TB Skin test (Chest x-ray, if positive); and- Begin or have had the series of Hepatitis B vaccinations, or

sign a waiver regarding the series of Hepatitis B vaccina-tions;

Health care workers who have direct patient contactor handle potentially infective materials have anincreased risk for contracting Hepatitis B. A series ofvaccinations for Hepatitis B is recommended by theCenters for Disease Control (CDC) and the AlabamaDepartment of Public Health for persons who are atincreased risk of infection from Hepatitis B. Cost ofvaccinations is the student’s responsibility.

c. Visual/auditory/verbal ability to include:- vision corrected in one eye to 20/20 (students who desire

to drive an ambulance must also possess approximately180 degrees peripheral vision capacity);

- Color Perception; and- being able to send and receive verbal messages.

7. Each student enrolled in EMS education must have verification of thefollowing:a. current professional liability insurance offered through the col-

lege (due 1st day of class); andb. current health/hospitalization/accident insurance and/or waiv-

er of liability.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL PARAMEDIC

Requirements for students entering the courses at the Emergency Med-ical Paramedic level are:1. Complete all EMT-Basic entry requirements.2. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. 3. Complete ENG 101 and MTH 100 or equivalent and with a grade of

“C” or higher.4. Have a current Alabama license as an EMT-Basic or Intermediate

or have completed an EMT-Basic course approved by the AlabamaDepartment of Public Health within the past twelve months. Alaba-ma licensure as an EMT-Basic or Intermediate is mandatory prior tobeginning the second term of Paramedic courses.

5. Acceptance is granted to the most qualified applicants, with pref-erence given to students progressing through Calhoun’s EMS Pro-gram.

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6. Complete a proficiency examination with a minimum score of 75%unless progressing from Calhoun’s EMT Basic courses within thelast 24 months.

The number of students admitted to each level of EMS education is lim-ited according to the faculty and clinical facilities available. Priority isgiven to students progressing through Calhoun’s program.

Licensure

Upon successful completion of the EMT-Basic/Paramedic courses,the student is eligible to apply for the respective National Registry exam-ination administered by the State of Alabama, Department of Public Health.Licensure applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

All students entering EMS education courses may be required tocomply with specific licensure requirements as set forth by the NationalRegistry of EMTs and the Alabama Department of Public Health to becomelicensed as an EMT. Situations which may affect their licensure compli-ance include, but are not limited to:

1. Not being 18 years of age or older;2. Convicted of any criminal act, including any DUI convictions;3. Addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors or controlled substances

at the present or in the past; and4. Not possessing 180 degrees peripheral vision capacity or a valid

driver’s license (for licensure as an EMT Driver).

PROGRESSION BETWEEN LEVELS

To complete individual certificates in the EMS curriculum, students must:1. Progress through the required courses of the EMS curriculum in the

prescribed sequence;2. Attain an average of 75% in all coursework to include didactic, lab-

oratory, clinical, and/or field internship training;3. Submit acceptable physical examinations at intervals not to exceed

12 months;4. Maintain current professional liability, health, and hospitalization

insurance while enrolled in the EMS courses;5. Maintain annual Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification at the Health

Care Provider level or equivalent;6. Comply with the “Essential Functions” required for EMT-Basic and

Paramedic courses;7. Comply with all institutional and any cooperating health agency

policies, procedures, and rules of behavior as published for the stu-dents.

Readmission:

To be readmitted to the EMS program, the student must meet the crite-ria for readmission to the EMS program and college as stated in the cat-alog and must contact the Allied Health Department to schedule anappointment with EMS faculty to discuss options for successful academicachievement.

The readmission of a student is based on availability of space and student-teacher ratio provided the student is eligible to return. The student will bereadmitted one time only when he/she fails to progress for academic rea-sons.

Any student requesting readmission must have a minimum Grade PointAverage of 2.50 on all course work attempted.

An EMS Program Application Form will be required if the time and needindicated is evident as well as liability insurance renewal, tuberculin skintesting (PPD) and CPR course completion.

When there is probable cause, the Allied Health Department reserves theright to require a prospective student, a student currently enrolled in theprogram, or a returning student to submit to psychological testing/coun-seling, a drug screening and/or a physical examination by a licensedphysician at the student’s expense and to submit a report of the out-comes to the Allied Health Department. The Allied Health Department willprovide a specific form for this purpose, when applicable. All reports willbe reviewed by the Allied Health Department to determine if a studentmay be admitted, readmitted, or retained in the EMS/EMP courses.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES(Special Course Offerings)

Calhoun’s special EMS course offerings allow students in other pro-grams to take advantage of the pre-EMS related courses to enhancetheir knowledge of emergency care. EMS graduates, as well as graduatesof other health-care programs, may take courses for professional devel-opment, utilizing the program’s “state of the art,” high technology equip-ment. Listed below are the special courses offered through the EMSProgram.

EMS 100 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation I ......................................1EMS 101 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II .....................................1EMS 102 Medico-Legal Aspects of Emergency Care .........................1EMS 103 First Aid .............................................................................1EMS 104 First Aid for Students of Health Related Professions ..........1EMS 105 First Responder ................................................................ 3EMS 106 Medical Terminology for Health Professions .................... 2EMS 107 Emergency Vehicle Operator Ambulance ...........................1EMS 108 Directed Studies in EMS I ..................................................1EMS 109 Directed Studies in EMS II .................................................1EMS 110 Directed Studies in EMS III ................................................1EMS 111 Directed Studies in EMS IV ................................................1EMS 112 Directed Studies in EMS V .................................................1EMS 113 Infection Control for Health Professions .......................... 1EMS 114 Infection Control Refresher ................................................1EMS 115 Special Skills for Health Related Professions .....................1EMS 120 Vehicle Extrication .............................................................2EMS 121 Vehicle Rescue ................................................................. 3EMS 122 Structural Extrication ........................................................ 2EMS 123 Structural Rescue ..............................................................3EMS 124 Search & Wilderness Rescue..............................................3EMS 125 High Angle Rescue I ...........................................................2EMS 126 High Angle Rescue II ....................................................... 3EMS 127 High Angle Rescue III ....................................................... 3EMS 128 Cave Rescue I ....................................................................2EMS 129 Cave Rescue II .................................................................. 3EMS 130 Industrial Extrication ..........................................................2EMS 131 Industrial Rescue ...............................................................3EMS 132 Agricultural Extrication ......................................................2EMS 133 Agricultural Rescue ............................................................3EMS 134 Water Extrication ...............................................................2EMS 135 Surface Water Rescue ...................................................... 3EMS 144 EMT Basic Specialized Experiences ...................................1EMS 145 Emergency Department Preceptorship ..............................2EMS 150 EMT Basic Refresher .........................................................2EMS 151 Basic Trauma Management ...............................................1EMS 152 Defibrillation ......................................................................1

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EMS 153 EMS Dispatcher .................................................................3EMS 154 Basic Pediatric EMS Provider ............................................1EMS 170 Radiation Biology & Safety ................................................1EMS 171 Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations .............. 2EMS 172 Hazardous Materials Technician I ......................................2EMS 173 Hazardous Materials Technician II .....................................2EMS 174 Incident Command and Emergency Response ..................2EMS 175 Radiological Response ......................................................2EMS 190 EMT-Intermediate Refresher ..............................................2EMS 208 Dive Rescue Basic Scuba ...................................................2EMS 209 Dive Rescue – Advanced Scuba .........................................2EMS 210 Dive Rescue .......................................................................2EMS 211 Dive Rescue Master Scuba ................................................3EMS 212 Dive Rescue Divemaster .....................................................3EMS 213 Diver Rescue Assistant Instructor ......................................3EMS 214 Underwater Investigator ....................................................1EMS 215 Enriched Air Diver ............................................................. 2EMS 216 Hazardous Environment Diving ..........................................1EMS 217 Dive Rescue Instructor ......................................................3EMS 218 Supervised Studies in EMS I ............................................. 1EMS 219 Supervised Studies in EMS II ............................................ 1EMS 220 Diver Medical Technician I ................................................ 2EMS 230 Management in Emergency Medical Services ................... 3EMS 231 EMS Leadership Techniques ............................................. 3EMS 232 Computers in EMS..............................................................3EMS 233 Media and EMS Marketing ................................................ 3EMS 234 Decision Making and Problem Solving in EMS ..................3EMS 235 EMS Finance and Cost Accounting ................................... 3EMS 236 Human Resource Management in EMS ............................. 3EMS 237 Legal Requirements in EMS ...............................................3EMS 238 Quality Assurance in EMS ................................................. 3EMS 239 Preceptorship in EMS Management .................................. 3EMS 264 Paramedic Registry Review .............................................. 3EMS 265 Paramedic Refresher ........................................................ 3EMS 266 Advanced CV Life Support Provider ...................................1EMS 267 Basic Trauma Life Support Provider ................................. 1EMS 269 Pediatric Medical Life Support Provider ............................ 1EMS 270 Advanced Neonatal Life Support Provider ......................... 1EMS 274 Pre-Hospital 12 Lead EKG ..................................................1EMS 277 Pediatric Trauma Management Provider ............................1EMS 280 Basic Life Support Provider ................................................1EMS 281 Advanced CV Life Support Instructor ................................ 1EMS 282 Basic Trauma Life Support Instructor ................................1EMS 284 Pediatric Medical Life Support Instructor ......................... 1EMS 285 Advanced Neonatal Life Support Provider ......................... 1

HPS 105 Medical Terminology ..........................................................3HPS 113 Spanish for Health Care Professionals ............................... 3

Continuing education courses may be offered by individual request.Those interested should contact the EMS office.

Policies for the EMS program are subject to change at any time. Writtennotice will be given to students enrolled in EMS courses prior to imple-mentation of policy change.

FIRE SCIENCE

Certificate

The Certificate in Fire Science prepares students to enter the fields of fireprotection and services, or may be used to improve the competencies ofprofessionals already in the field.

COM 100 Introductory Technical English I ORENG 101 English Composition I......................................................3

CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3FSC 101 Introduction to the Fire Service ............................................3FSC 200 Fire Combat Tactics and Strategy .........................................3FSC 210 Building Construction for the Fire Service ............................3FSC 240 Fire Cause Determination .....................................................3FSC 292 Elements of Supervision/FS Supervision..............................3General Electives ................................................................................2

TOTAL ..............................................................................................26

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGYMachinist Option


The machinist option of the machine tool technology degree program pre-pares students to be employed as precision machinists, general machin-ists and machine operators. Students choosing an AAS degree shouldmeet with a machine tool technology program advisor prior to enrollment.


ENG 101 English Composition I......................... ................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Mathematics I.... .........................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking OR

SPH 228 Group Communications................... ................................3Humanities elective ............................................................................3Science or Math Elective (MTH 104 OR Higher than MTH 105)........ ..3Social Science elective..................................... ..................................3

Total .................................................................................................21

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS: (Decatur Campus only)

MTT 101 Basic Machining Technology...............................................3MTT 102 Intermediate Machining Technology....................................3MTT 104 Basic Machining Calculations ..............................................3MTT 105 Lathe Setup and Operations ................................................6MTT 106 Milling Machine Operations.................................................6MTT 121 Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists ...............................3MTT 131 Introduction to Metrology ...................................................3MTT 143 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing...........................2MTT 181 Special Topics in Machine Tool Technology ........................2MTT 201 Advanced Machining Technology ........................................6MTT 202 Machine Maintenance and Repair........................................3MTT 281 Special Topics in Machine Tool Technology ........................2

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Advanced Technical Specialization Courses:

MTT 110 Handbook Functions............................................................3MTT 217 Orientation to CNC...............................................................3

Total .................................................................................................48

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................69

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGYMachinist Option

Certificate

A certificate is a program of study designed to give students specific skillsin a technology. Should students later wish to pursue a degree, allcourses in the certificate will apply toward the degree. Students choos-ing a certificate program should meet with a program advisor prior toenrollment.

ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Mathematics I .............................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking OR

SPH 228 Group Communications ...............................................3

Total .................................................................................................12

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS (Decatur Campus only)

MTT 101 Basic Machining Technology...............................................3MTT 102 Intermediate Machining Technology....................................3MTT 104 Basic Machining Calculations ..............................................2MTT 105 Lathe Setup and Operations ................................................6MTT 106 Milling Machine Operations.................................................6MTT 121 Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists ...............................3MTT 131 Introduction to Metrology ...................................................3MTT 143 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing...........................2MTT 181 Special Topics in Machine Tool Technology ........................2MTT 201 Advanced Machining Technology ........................................6MTT 202 Machine Maintenance and Repair........................................3MTT 281 Special Topics in Machine Tool Technology ........................3

Total .................................................................................................42

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................54

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGYComputer Numerical Control (CNC) Option


The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) option of the Machine ToolTechnology program prepares students to be employed as NC/CNC(Numerical Control/Computer Numerical Control) programmers andoperators. Students choosing the AAS degree program should meetwith a program advisor prior to enrollment.


SPH 228 Group Communications ...............................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3Science or Math Elective ....................................................................3Social Science Elective .......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21


MTT 142 Advanced Machining Calculations .......................................2MTT 200 Industrial Processes............................................................3MTT 214 Computer Numerical Control Graphics

Programming Turning........................................................3MTT 215 Computer Numerical Control

Graphics Programming Milling ...........................................3MTT 242 CNC Programming ..............................................................3CNC 111 Introduction to Computer Numerical Control.......................3CNC 112 Computer Numeric Control Turning.....................................3CNC 113 Computer Control Milling ....................................................3CNC 115 Basic Math for Computerized Numerical Control .................2CNC 181 Special Topics in Computerized Numerical Control .............3CNC 211 Computer Numerical Control ...............................................2CNC 212 Advanced Computer Numerical Control Turning..................2CNC 213 Advanced Computer Numerical Control Milling ...................2CNC 222 Computer Numerical Control Graphics Turning ...................3CNC 223 Computer Numerical Control Graphics Milling ....................3CNC 230 Computer Numerical Control Special Projects .....................3

Advanced Technical Specialization Courses:

MTT 110 Handbook Functions............................................................3MTT 217 Orientation to CNC...............................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................70

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGYComputer Numerical Control (CNC) Option

Certificate

The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) option of the Machine ToolTechnology program prepares students to be employed as NC/CNC(Numerical Control/Computer Numerical Control) programmers andoperators. Students choosing a certificate program should meet with aprogram advisor prior to enrollment.


SPH 228 Group Communications ...............................................3

Total .................................................................................................12

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MTT 142 Advanced Machining Calculations .......................................2MTT 200 Industrial Processes............................................................3MTT 214 Computer Numerical Control Graphics

Programming Turning........................................................3MTT 215 Computer Numerical Control

Graphics Programming Milling ...........................................3MTT 242 CNC Programming ..............................................................3CNC 111 Introduction to Computer Numerical Control.......................2CNC 112 Computer Numeric Control Turning.....................................3CNC 113 Computer Control Milling ....................................................3CNC 115 Basic Math for Computerized Numerical Control .................2CNC 181 Special Topics in Computerized Numerical Control .............3CNC 211 Computer Numerical Control ...............................................2CNC 212 Advanced Computer Numerical Control Turning..................2CNC 213 Advanced Computer Numerical Control Milling ...................2CNC 222 Computer Numerical Control Graphics Turning ...................3CNC 223 Computer Numerical Control Graphics Milling ....................3CNC 230 Computer Numerical Control Special Projects .....................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................54

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGYManufacturing Option


This Machine Tool Technology program is designed to prepare stu-dents for successful employment in the manufacturing industries byproviding them with basic skills in machine tool technology and therequired computational, communication and workplace readiness skills.Students choosing this AAS program should meet with a program advi-sor prior to enrollment.

ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3MTH 103 Introduction to Technical Mathematics I .............................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking

OR SPH 228 Group Communications.................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3Natural Science, CIS or Math Elective ................................................3Social Science Elective .......................................................................3QCT 102 Statistics I for Quality Control ..............................................3

Total .................................................................................................24


MTT 101 Basic Machining Technology...............................................3MTT 102 Intermediate Machining Technology....................................3MTT 105 Lathe Set-Up and Operations...............................................6MTT 106 Milling Machine Operations.................................................6MTT 121 Basic Blueprint Reading ......................................................3MTT 131 Introduction to Metrology ...................................................3MTT 143 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing...........................2MTT 201 Advanced Machining Technology ........................................6MTT 202 Machine Maintenance & Repair...........................................3MTT 217 Orientation to CNC...............................................................3

CNC 112 Computer Numerical Control Turning..................................3CNC 212 Adv. Computer Numerical Control Turning ..........................2**MTT Elective...................................................................................3

**Manufacturing Electives:

ENG 130 Technical Report Writing .....................................................3

PMC 123 Materials and Processes ORPMC 124 Industrial Materials ........................................................3

QCT 103 Statistical Process Control...................................................3QCT 205 Continuous Improvement Techniques .................................3MTT 215 CNC Graphics Programming Milling....................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................70

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGYManufacturing Option

Certificate

This Machine Tool Technology program is designed to prepare stu-dents for successful employment in the manufacturing industries byproviding them with basic skills in machine tool technology and therequired computational, communication and workplace readiness skills.Should students later wish to pursue a degree program, many courseswithin this certificate program will apply toward the degree. Studentschoosing this certificate program should meet with a program advisorprior to enrollment. Courses may be taken in any sequence as long as pre-requisites are met.


SPH 228 Group Communications ................................................3QCT 102 Statistics I for Quality Control ..............................................3

Total .................................................................................................15


MTT 101 Basic Machining Technology...............................................3MTT 102 Intermediate Machining Technology....................................3MTT 105 Lathe Set-Up and Operations...............................................6MTT 106 Milling Machine Operations.................................................6MTT 121 Basic Blueprint Reading ......................................................3MTT 131 Introduction to Metrology ...................................................3MTT 143 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing...........................2MTT 201 Advanced Machining Technology ........................................6MTT 202 Machine Maintenance & Repair...........................................3MTT 217 Orientation to CNC...............................................................3CNC 112 Computer Numerical Control Turning..................................3CNC 212 Adv. Computer Numerical Control Turning ..........................2

Total .................................................................................................43

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................58

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MISSILE AND MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGYBasic


(U.S. Army Ordnance Missile and Munitions Center and School Only)

This is a joint program between the U.S. Army Ordnance Missile andMunitions Center and School and Calhoun Community College to affordcareer military personnel the opportunity to earn college credits througha combination of civilian and military education. Students may applyfrom 27 to 42 semester hours of USAOMMCS course credits toward theapplied science degree. A minimum of 27 semester hours of OMMCScredits is required to qualify for this program.

College residence may be established through distance learning classes.



SPH 228 Group Communications..................................................3*MTH 100, 103 or Higher...................................................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3Natural Science Elective ....................................................................4Social Science Elective .......................................................................3CIS Elective (CIS 146 or higher) .........................................................3

Total .................................................................................................22

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS ........................................27-42**

*MTH 116 Mathematical Applications is not acceptable**If military credits are less than 42 hours, the deficiency must be

made up with General Electives (100 level or above)

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64

Note: Admission to the MMT degree program is limited to Active,Reserve, or National Guard Military personnel or those who have sepa-rated or retired from the military within seven years of the academicyear of this catalog.

MISSILE AND MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGYOption I

Calibration Specialist



This is a joint program between the U.S. Army Ordnance Missile andMunitions Center and School and Calhoun Community College to affordcareer military personnel the opportunity to earn college credits througha combination of civilian and military education. Students may applyfrom 27 to 42 semester hours of USAOMMCS course credits toward theapplied science degree. A minimum of 27 semester hours of OMMCScredits is required to qualify for this program.




SPH 228 Group Communications..................................................3*MTH 100, 103 or Higher...................................................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3Natural Science Elective ....................................................................4Social Science Elective .......................................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications or higher..................................3

Total .................................................................................................22

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS:Total........................................................................................27-42**

*MTH 116 Mathematical Applications is not acceptable**Credits must be from calibration MOS, (i.e., 35H, 35Y, etc). If

military credits are less than 42 hours, the deficiency must be made up with General Electives (100 level or above)

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64


MISSILE AND MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGYOption II

Technical Management



This is a joint program between the U.S. Army Ordnance Missile andMunitions Center and School and Calhoun Community College to affordcareer military personnel the opportunity to earn college credits througha combination of civilian and military education. Students may applyfrom 27 to 42 semester hours of USAOMMCS course credits towardthe applied science degree. A minimum of 27 semester hours of OMMCScredits is required to qualify for this program.




SPH 228 Group Communications...................................................3*MTH 100, 103 or Higher...................................................................3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective .............................................................3Natural Science Elective ....................................................................4Social Science Elective .......................................................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications or higher..................................3

Total .................................................................................................22

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS:Total........................................................................................27-42**

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*MTH 116 Mathematical Applications is not acceptable**For soldiers with skill levels 40 and above. If military credits are

less than 42 hours, the deficiency must be made up with General Electives (100 level or above)

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................64


MUSIC – CHURCH MUSICCertificate

MUS 110 Basic Musicianship.............................................................3MUS 111 Music Theory I....................................................................3

MUS 113 Music Theory Lab I ........................................................1MUS 112 Music Theory II...................................................................3

MUS 114 Music Theory Lab II .......................................................1MUL 111 Class Voice I .......................................................................1MUL 112 Class Voice II ......................................................................1MUL 101 Class Piano I .......................................................................1MUL 102 Class Piano II ......................................................................1MUS 251 Introduction to Conducting.................................................3MUS 270 Organization of the Church Music Program........................3MUS 271 Church Music Literature .....................................................3

TOTAL ..............................................................................................24

MUSIC INDUSTRY COMMUNICATIONS


This program is for those interested in specializing in coursework whichhas application to the recording and publishing industries as well as tocontemporary performance. Students are required to complete six cred-its of music performance electives and should consult a faculty advisorabout this requirement.


ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3Math elective ......................................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3MIC 253 Computer Lit. for Musician I ...............................................3Humanities elective ............................................................................3Natural Science/Math elective.............................................................3Social Science elective .......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21


MIC 100 Introduction to Mass Communications ................................3MIC 153 Introduction to Recording Technology.................................3MIC 201 Publishing for the Recording Industry .................................3MIC 250 Mass Communications Practicum .......................................3MIC 251 Recording Studio Production...............................................3MIC 254 Computer Literacy for the Musician II ..................................3MIC 255 Digital Recording .................................................................3MIC 293 Music Notation.....................................................................3

MUS or MUP electives........................................................................6MUE or other Performance electives ..................................................6MUS 110 Basic Musicianship.............................................................3MUS 291 Musical Acoustics...............................................................3MUS 292 Song Writing ......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................45

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................66

NURSING/ADN:BASIC


This program is designed to educate individuals in providing nursing careto patients of all ages in a variety of health care settings. The programcan be completed in five (5) semesters for a total of 72 semester hours.Nursing courses must be taken in sequence as offered. General educationcourses may be completed early; or otherwise must be taken assequenced in the curriculum.

The Calhoun Nursing program has the full approval of the AlabamaBoard of Nursing and is accredited by the National League for NursingAccrediting Commission (NLNAC). Accreditation information regardingthe nursing program may be obtained from the National League forNursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York,NY 10006. Telephone 1-800-669-1656, ext. 153.

The Associate of Applied Science Degree is awarded by Calhoun Com-munity College to the student who completes all requirements of thenursing program. The graduate will be eligible to apply to write theNational Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Completion of the academic program in nursing in no way assuresthe student of licensure. Legal requirements for licensure may be foundin the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code. Applicantswho have been found guilty of any offenses listed in the Code may bedenied licensure by the Alabama Board of Nursing and any other stateboard of nursing. The Alabama Board of Nursing, as well as other stateboards of nursing, has the power to deny eligibility for licensure to anycandidate who is guilty of fraud or deceit in attempting to procure alicensure; has been convicted of a felony; is guilty of a crime involvingmoral turpitude or gross immorality that would tend to bring reproachupon the nursing profession; is unfit or incompetent due to the use ofalcohol, or is addicted to the use of habit forming drugs to such anextent as to render him or her unsafe or unreliable as a licensee; has beenconvicted of any violation of a federal or state law relating to controlledsubstances; is mentally incompetent; is guilty of unprofessional con-duct of a character likely to deceive, defraud or injure the public in mat-ters pertaining to health or has willfully or repeatedly violated any ofthe provisions of this article as defined by board rules and regulations.

Upon application for licensure, the individual will be required toanswer the following questions found on the application:

Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense otherthan a minor moving traffic violation? YES____ NO____

Have you within the last 5 years abused drugs/alcohol or been treated fordependency to alcohol or illegal chemical substances?YES____ NO____

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Have you ever been arrested or convicted for driving under the influ-ence of drugs/alcohol? YES____ NO____

Have you within the last 5 years received inpatient or outpatient treatmentor been recommended to seek treatment for mental illness?YES____ NO____

Have you ever had disciplinary action or is action pending against you byany state board of nursing? YES____ NO____

Have you ever been placed on a state AND/OR federal abuse registry? YES____ NO____

Have you ever been court-martialed/disciplined OR administratively dis-charged by the military? YES____ NO____

Any applicant who answers “YES” to the questions regarding criminalconviction, alcohol/drug abuse/treatment or mental illness must pro-vide the Alabama Board of Nursing with a full explanation and the appro-priate court/treatment records must accompany the application forexamination and licensure. If the documents are not received alongwith the application, the applicant can expect to be delayed in taking theexamination. By a full explanation, the Board expects more than a state-ment naming the crime for which the applicant was convicted. Theexplanation should contain a full recitation of who and why the crimeoccurred and the applicant’s history since the crime. If the applicanthas indicated a history of mental illness or chemical dependency, a fullexplanation including treatment records, urine screens, doctor’s state-ments, etc., must be received with the application.

Applicants also should be aware that they must disclose arrests that didnot result in convictions and attach those court records. Misdemeanorsalso must be disclosed. These include checks written on accounts withinsufficient funds and DUI. Minor traffic violations are excluded. If theBoard of Nursing later learns of arrests or convictions not originally dis-closed, such will be considered to be fraud and deceit in procuring alicense and disciplinary action will be forthcoming.

The Alabama Board of Nursing will determine whether or not the appli-cant may write the examination for licensure and be licensed as a reg-istered nurse. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed tothe Chairperson of the Nursing Department.

Be advised that a criminal and/or drug history could result in denial of per-mission to take the licensure examination. These same legal requirementsor others may apply to taking the NCLEX-RN in other states.

DRUG TESTING

As stipulated by the health agencies with which the Department of Nurs-ing contracts for clinical experience, each student accepted in any nurs-ing program at Calhoun Community College will undergo drug andalcohol testing as a precondition to beginning a clinical rotation. The feefor testing is the responsibility of the student. Written guidelines for thescreening process will be provided to the student upon their acceptanceinto the program.

POLICIES AND CURRICULUM

Policies/Curriculum for the Associate Degree Nursing Program are sub-ject to change at any time. Written notice will be given to all studentsenrolled in nursing courses prior to implementation of change.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

BASIC CURRICULUM

PREREQUISITE COURSES

*ENG 101, English Composition I.......................................................3SPH 107, Fundamentals of Public Speaking.......................................3PSY 200, General Psychology ............................................................3*MTH Elective (may choose from the following) ................................3

MTH 100, Intermediate College AlgebraMTH 112, Precalculus AlgebraMTH 116, Mathematical Applications

Total ...............................................................................................12

*Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the Math/English placement testor ACT/SAT tests or appropriate developmental course work.

SEMESTER I (Fall)

HPS 100, Safety Issues for Clinical Practice.......................................1NUR 241, Basic Pharmacology...........................................................1NUR 110, Fundamentals of Nursing ...................................................6NUR 131, Health Assessment.............................................................1BIO 201, Human Anatomy and Physiology I*.....................................4PSY 210, Human Growth and Development .......................................3

Total ...............................................................................................16

* Prerequisite: BIO 103 or successful completion of BIO 103 chal-lenge exam

SEMESTER II (Spring)

BIO 202, Human Anatomy and Physiology II......................................4NUR 251, Adult Nursing I ...................................................................5NUR 269, Family Centered Nursing ....................................................6

Total ...............................................................................................15

SEMESTER III (Fall)

BIO 220, General Microbiology...........................................................4NUR 265, Advanced Nursing I ............................................................6NUR 266, Advanced Nursing II...........................................................6

Total ...............................................................................................16

SEMESTER IV (Spring)

NUR 267, Advanced Nursing III..........................................................6NUR 291, Transition into Nursing Practice .........................................3NUR 204, Computer Applications in Nursing......................................1Humanities Elective ............................................................................3

Total ...............................................................................................13

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................72

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PRE-ADMISSION PROCESS

Students interested in pursuing the Associate of Applied Science Degreein Nursing at Calhoun Community College must complete the followingrequirements prior to submitting an application:• Submit a completed application form to the Admissions and Reg-

istrar’s Office at Calhoun Community College and be accepted forenrollment by the College.

• Request and have processed a transcript evaluation by CalhounCommunity College of all transcripts from accredited colleges oruniversities previously attended by the student.

• Complete prerequisite general academic courses (ENG 101, SPH107, PSY 200 and MTH 100 OR MTH 112 OR MTH 116) with a min-imum grade of “C” in each course.*

*Higher level mathematics may be approved in advance.

Nursing Application Process

Students who have met the pre-requisite course requirements are eligibleto apply for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program. Appli-cation forms may be obtained from the Nursing Department (256/306-2804 or 306-2794) or by writing to the Nursing Department, CalhounCommunity College, P. O. Box 2216, Decatur, Alabama 35609-2216. • Application must be submitted by May 30th for consideration for fall

class.• Applicants may apply at any time during the year, provided admis-

sion criteria is met.• Applications received after May 30th will be considered for fall

enrollment only as space is available.• Applications must be resubmitted annually. A waiting list is no

longer maintained.

Selection Process

Students are selected for admission into the Associate Degree Nursingprogram based on academic performance and space availability. Meet-ing minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the pro-gram. Admission to the nursing program will be a competitive processbased on:• Grade Point Average for each of the four (4) pre-requisite courses

(ENG 101, SPH 107, PSY 200, MTH 100 OR MTH 112 OR MTH116).

• Completion of additional required general education courses witha minimum grade of “C” in each course (BIO 201, BIO 202, PSY210, BIO 220, Humanities Elective). For each course successful-ly passed, 0.1 point will be added to the student’s GPA.(Example: Student with a 2.5 GPA has taken three other required general education courses, each adding .1 to GPA to equate to 2.5 + .3 = 2.80). NOTE: Overall GPA must be at least2.0 to be considered.

Since class size is limited, the Admission Committee will evaluate eachapplicant’s academic performance and select applicants with the strongestacademic record.

NOTE: BIO 103 (General Biology) may be required or successfulcompletion of placement exam for the student to be eligible to take BIO201 on enrollment in the program.

General education core courses are open to any student who meetsCalhoun’s admission requirements. A grade of “C” or above will berequired for passing each course required for the AD Nursing Programthat is taken after August 31, 1993. The applicant must maintain at least

a “C” average (2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale) on all coursestaken and/or transferred to Calhoun.

The semester nursing curriculum became effective fall semester,1998. Once enrolled in the program, students must take courses sequen-tially as outlined. Students must successfully pass each nursing course(NUR Prefix) to progress in the program.

Transfer Students

Applicants desiring to transfer into Calhoun’s Associate Degree NursingProgram who have taken nursing courses will be considered on an indi-vidual basis and will be required to meet requirements of the nursing pro-gram. The applicant must1. Make application to the College; be unconditionally accepted.2. Have at least a “C” average (2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale)

on all coursework transferred in and/or taken at Calhoun.3. Provide verification from the institution at which nursing courses

were taken that the student is eligible to return to that nursingprogram.

4. Have passing credit (a grade of “C” or above) on all prerequisitegeneral education and NUR courses required in the AssociateDegree Nursing curriculum.

Upon submission of documented proof of the above, an evaluationof nursing courses taken will be made. Additional materials may berequired in order for nursing courses to be evaluated. Applicants hav-ing had nursing courses other than those in Calhoun’s Associate DegreeNursing Curriculum may be required to demonstrate nursing knowl-edge and skills. Applicants will then be notified as to where in the Asso-ciate Degree Nursing curriculum they will be accepted. Applicants willbe admitted into the program based on class space availability.

ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS

It is recommended that all nursing students be immunized againstHepatitis B prior to entering the first nursing course. At the time of reg-istration for the first nursing course, students will be required to presentproof that they have received the three (3) Hepatitis B vaccinations orproof of immunity to the hepatitis virus. (The three immunizations takeat least six months to complete). Students who choose not to havethese immunizations must sign a form indicating their refusal of thevaccinations prior to being allowed to register for nursing. Additionally,the student must have the following documentation at registration forSemester I to complete the enrollment process in the Associate DegreeNursing Program:1. Documentation of current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

course completion.2. A current Student Health Form that has been completed by a

licensed physician or nurse practitioner. (Form will be furnishedwhen student is notified of admission into the Nursing Program.)

3. Documentation of two-step Mantoux skin test (PPD), or chest x-ray,if PPD is positive, indicating he/she is free of tuberculosis.

4. Verification of immunization for Hepatitis B and/or show positiveantibodies, or sign a waiver.

5. Documentation of immunity to rubella (German measles), immu-nization record or titer level.

6. Proof of purchase of professional liability insurance through the Col-lege as outlined by the Nursing Department at Calhoun CommunityCollege.

7. As stipulated by the health agencies with which the Departmentof Nursing contracts for clinical experience, each student accept-ed in any nursing program at Calhoun Community College willundergo drug and alcohol testing as a precondition to beginning a

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clinical rotation. The fee for testing is the responsibility of the stu-dent. Written guidelines for the screening process will be provid-ed to the student upon his/her acceptance into the program.

Transfer students must meet the same requirements for immu-nizations, student health examination, evidence of current CPR coursecompletion, drug testing and professional liability insurance as otherCalhoun Associate Degree Nursing students.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements apply to continued progression in the pro-gram.

Standards of Conduct

The nursing student shall comply with legal, moral, and legislativestandards which determine acceptable behavior of the nurse and shallavoid those behaviors which may be cause for denial of license to prac-tice as a registered nurse, in accordance with the Alabama Law RegulatingPractice of Registered and Practical Nursing and the Alabama Board ofNursing Administrative Code.

When there is probable cause, the Nursing Department facultyreserves the right to require a prospective student, a student currentlyenrolled in the program, or a returning student to submit to psycholog-ical testing/counseling, drug screening, and/or a physical examination bya licensed physician at the student’s expense and to submit a report ofthe outcome to the nursing faculty. The Nursing Department will providea specific form for this purpose, when applicable. All reports may bereviewed by the Nursing Department faculty to determine if a studentmay be admitted, readmitted, or retained in the nursing program.

In addition, all students admitted to the program are expected toabide by the policies of the COLLEGE CATALOG and the POLICY MAN-UAL for Associate Degree Nursing students.

Academic Progression

The following standards must be maintained by each student in order forher/him to progress in the nursing program:

1. Each nursing student must have a grade of “C” or above to passeach required course.

2. Each student who has completed the first year of the nursing pro-gram must have a 2.00 grade point average overall on courseworkto enter the second year of the program.

3. Each nursing student must demonstrate satisfactory performancein the clinical laboratory portion of each nursing course accord-ing to established criteria in order to pass the course successful-ly.

4. Students receiving an “I” in a NUR and/or HPS course must com-plete all course requirements before the time to start clinical expe-rience in the next semester. Any exceptions made must have theapproval of the Department Chairperson.

A current Student Health Examination form on all students mustbe maintained on file throughout the program.

Evidence of current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) coursecompletion must be maintained by all students throughout the program.

Nursing students must have professional liability insurance cov-erage as outlined by the Nursing Department of Calhoun CommunityCollege.

Completion of the ADN Program must be within five (5) years ofadmission to the first NUR nursing course. If the program is not com-pleted within the five (5) year time frame, the student must follow the pro-cedure for admission policy. All previously taken NUR courses must berepeated. After August 31, 1994, no NUR course will be valid for morethan five (5) years toward an AAS degree in nursing. (This policy appliesto transfer students, also. The date of the first NUR course will be con-sidered to be the date the course that it is equivalent to was taken.) If astudent has had a failure of a NUR course, a second failure of any NURcourse will result in permanent suspension from the nursing programregardless of when the first failure occurred.

Grading

The grading scale for NUR courses is as follows:Passing for nursing students Failing for nursing students

A = 90-100% D = 60-74%B = 80-89% F = 59% and belowC = 75-79%A minimum letter grade of “C” is required in all nursing (NUR)

courses for passing and progressing to the next nursing course. Inorder to receive a letter grade of “C,” a grade of 75 or above will berequired for any nursing (NUR, HPS) course taken.

Readmission Requirements

A student may be readmitted to the nursing program only ONETIME following failure of a nursing course with a clinical lab compo-nent. After readmission following the failure, the student will be perma-nently suspended from the nursing program should any nursing coursebe failed. Students who are currently returning following a failure are con-sidered to be using their second opportunity to complete the nursingprogram. (The effective date of this policy is September 1980).

A 2.00 Grade Point Average (GPA) ON ALL COLLEGE COURSES isrequired for readmission to a nursing course. Eligible students desiringto be readmitted to the nursing program must contact the secretary of theNursing Department (256) 306-2794 to make an appointment with anursing faculty advisor to discuss readmission plans. The student shouldobtain a current, unofficial copy of his/her transcript from the recordsoffice to bring with him/her to the meeting with the nursing faculty advi-sor. For readmission into the fall semester, the Request for Readmissionform must be received in the Nursing Department office by April 15th priorto the fall semester to be readmitted. For readmission into the springsemester, the Request for Readmission form must be received in theNursing Department office by October 15th prior to the spring semesterto be readmitted. All readmitted students are accepted in the nursingprogram based on

1. Fulfillment of admissions criteria.2. Availability of class space.3. Placement on a waiting list.

Effective fall semester 2003, students who have withdrawn fromNUR 110, Fundamentals of Nursing, may re-enter the nursing programONE TIME only following re-admission advising. If the student with-draws from NUR 110 a second time or does not enter after one (1) read-mission advising conference, the student will be required to go throughthe application process to the nursing program as a beginning student.

A student who has been terminated from the nursing program dueto disciplinary action and who wishes to be readmitted to the programmust request in writing a hearing before a nursing faculty review com-

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mittee. The outcome of this hearing will determine eligibility for read-mission.

Program Costs

After entry into the program, the student will be required to1. purchase Nurse Pacs (equipment/supplies) through the Calhoun

College Bookstore.2. pay for National League for Nursing Achievement Test or other

commercial test as administered periodically throughout this pro-gram.

3. provide his/her own transportation to area clinical facilities.

Additional expenses include:

Textbooks (Nursing) .......................................................$700.00Uniforms & Supplies ........................................................175.00Malpractice Insurance (per year) ........................................25.00Drug Testing .......................................................................45.00Nurse Pacs .........................................................................75.00NCLEX-RN Review............................................................280.00Commercial Achievement Tests........................................100.00Graduation Pictures ............................................................30.00National Council Licensure Examination ..........................200.00Licensing Fee......................................................................85.00Alabama Temporary Licensing Fee (Optional).....................50.00Graduation Fees..................................................................35.00Tuition (See General Information Section in this Catalog)

Graduation

To graduate, a student must successfully complete the prescribed pro-gram of study with a 2.00 overall Grade Point Average (GPA).

PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES

The philosophy of the nursing program was developed by the entirenursing faculty. Below are statements of the faculty’s beliefs.

INDIVIDUAL

We believe that the individual is a unique, unified bio-psycho-socialbeing who has needs. An individual’s development progresses throughthe different life stages. An individual seeks to meet his/her needs andachieve physical, psychological, and social well-being. The individual’sneeds are organized in a hierarchy, and as lower needs are satisfied,the individual is motivated to strive to meet higher level needs. The indi-vidual’s needs are satisfied by using dynamic, adaptive mechanismswhich can be biological, psychological, and sociological.

We believe that individuals exist in a technologically changing society withthe family as the basic unit. Society provides values, beliefs, and culturaldiversity that give direction and meaning to an individual’s experiences.Individuals are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. The envi-ronment which surrounds individuals is constantly changing and sub-jects the individual to external stimuli which influences adaptive behaviors.

HEALTH

We believe that health is a dynamic state that exists when the individual’sneeds are satisfied and well-being is achieved. A state of health impliesthat individuals are effectively adapting to stimuli which influence the sat-isfaction of needs.

ILLNESS

We believe that illness is a state which results when an individual is noteffectively adapting to stimuli and cannot satisfy needs or achieve home-ostasis. An individual’s behavioral responses are simple problems whenthey are common, singular in nature, easily identifiable, and resolved withpredictable outcomes. An individual’s behavioral responses are com-plex problems when they are multiple and require analysis of the varietyof contributing patho/physiological and psychodynamic factors. An indi-vidual’s behavioral response, which indicates illness, can be organizedby identification of the need which cannot be satisfied.

NURSING

We believe that nursing is a collaborative and/or independent process inwhich the nurse interacts with individuals where potential or actualhealth problems exist. Nursing applies documented scientific knowledgethrough the use of the systematic nursing process of problem solving forclinical decision making. The purpose of nursing activity is to promotethe individual’s adaptive behaviors in any setting.

NURSING EDUCATION

We believe that nursing education consists of cost effective generaleducation and nursing courses with flexible scheduling at convenientlocations. General education courses are necessary to promote thestudent’s critical thinking, understanding of self, and the individual as amember of society. Nursing courses provide sequential nursing knowl-edge and experience which enable the student to develop skills, acquireknowledge and gain insights necessary for the safe practice of nurs-ing. The educational process is a shared responsibility between facultyand student where faculty serve as facilitators of learning. Education isa life long process that promotes professionalism and has a beneficialeffect on the learner and society.

TEACHING LEARNING PROCESS

We believe that all individuals have the right to achieve self-actualizationand that society has the obligation to provide opportunities for thisachievement. We believe that learning is continuous throughout the lifecycle and is an active process that results in a change in behavior. Wefurther believe that learning takes place within the learner; therefore,self-understanding and self-evaluation are emphasized. With this beliefin mind, we base our teaching on the following statements as a rationalefor the teaching-learning process.

1. Learning is meaningful when there are goals.2. Learning is enhanced when the climate is non-judgmental.3. Learning is meaningful and lasting when there is opportunity for

application.4. Learning proceeds from the familiar to the new and from the con-

crete to the abstract.5. Learning takes place when the learner is motivated by an awareness

of his own needs.

ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSE

We believe that the associate degree nurse functions in a variety of set-tings using critical thinking, skill and judgment to manage care. Theassociate degree nurse provides caring intervention to individuals ofall ages from a variety of sociocultural backgrounds that are experi-encing acute or chronic illnesses, a need for diagnostic evaluation, aneed for information or support to maintain or promote health and/or aneed for rehabilitation. The associate degree nurse is prepared to seek

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assistance from other health care team members when the situationencountered is beyond the nurse’s knowledge and experience. The asso-ciate degree nurse in this state functions within the legal scope of prac-tice as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Alabama andwithin the ethical guidelines of the professional as specified by the Amer-ican Nurses’ Association.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The graduate of this nursing program should be able to:

1. provide nursing care to patients of all ages from a variety of socio-cultural backgrounds who are experiencing:

a. acute or chronic illnessb. a need for diagnostic evaluationc. a need for information or support to maintain healthd. a need for rehabilitation.

2. provide nursing care/patient advocacy to individuals or groups uti-lizing a holistic approach and current technology in a cost effectivemanner.

3. utilize the nursing process with evidence based information fromnursing, the sciences and the humanities to assist individuals tomeet their needs and achieve/maintain health by:

a. assessing a patient’s total health needs(1) Assembles data from available resources(2) Collaborates with other health care team members

with regard to data base(3) Detects changes that result in a maladaptive state

that affects ability to meet individual needsb. analyzing data to formulate nursing diagnosesc. developing a nursing plan aimed at promoting maintaining

and/or restoring health.(1) Participates with the patient, significant others, and

other health care team members to establish patient-centered goals

(2) Prioritizes plan of cared. implementing a plan according to priority needs

(1) Safely performs nursing interventions using cogni-tive, psychomotor and affective capabilities

(2) Utilizes therapeutic communication with the patients,significant others, and health care team members

(3) Implements teaching plans to meet the patient’s spe-cific needs

e. evaluating goal/outcome achievement, modifying when nec-essary, with the patient, significant others, and health careteam members.

4. value professionalism, accountability and nursing research by:a. participating in professional developmentb. recognizing individual parameters of knowledge and expe-

riencec. supporting professional nursing organizations and com-

munity health promotiond. adhering to the ANA Code of Ethics and the legal scope of

nursing practice.

5. delegate appropriately to other nursing care providers.

6. seek assistance from other health care team members when the sit-uation encountered is beyond the nurse’s knowledge and experi-ence.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the Calhoun Associate Degree Nursing Program have beenemployed by hospitals, physicians’ offices, industry, nursing homes,long-term health care facilities, and other community health care agen-cies. Over the past three years, 100% of the students graduating fromthe program who sought employment have secured employment asgraduate nurses at the time of graduation. The starting base salaryrange for a new graduate Associate Degree nurse is approximately$15.00-$18.00 an hour. The starting base salary range for a new Prac-tical Nurse is approximately $11.00 - $14.50 an hour. Additional infor-mation related to occupational outlook may be obtained from the CalhounCareer Planning and Job Placement Center, located in the Chasteen Stu-dent Center on the Decatur campus. References available include the fol-lowing:

OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK, updated annually

FINNEY COMPANY OCCUPATIONAL BRIEFS, updated as updates areavailable

DICTIONARY OF OCCUPATIONAL TITLES, updated as updates are avail-able

CAREERS PLACEMENT COUNCIL SALARY SURVEYS, quarterly updatesreceived

CAREER CLUSTER FILE, Careers, Inc., updated as updates are madeavailable

COLLEGE PLACEMENT ANNUALS, provided yearly through CollegePlacement Council membership

NURSING/ADN:CAREER MOBILITY


This nursing curriculum is designed for those persons who aregraduates of a practical nursing program and who desire to pursue fur-ther study toward an associate in applied science degree in nursing. Theprogram is accredited by the National League for Nursing and has the fullapproval of the Alabama Board of Nursing.

Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements of the Nursing pro-gram, the graduate will be eligible to apply to write the National CouncilLicensure Examination and apply to a state Board of Nursing for licensureas a registered nurse. Legal requirements for licensure may be foundin the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code. Applicants whohave been found guilty of any offenses listed in the Code may be deniedlicensure by the Alabama Board of Nursing. Any applicant who has hada criminal conviction, alcohol and/or drug abuse/treatment or mentalillness must provide the Alabama Board of Nursing with a full explana-tion and the appropriate court/treatment records at the time of applica-tion for examination and licensure. The Alabama Board of Nursing willdetermine whether or not the applicant may write the examination forlicensure and be licensed as a registered nurse.

General education and nursing courses must be taken in thesequence listed unless general education courses are taken prior to thesemester in which they are required. All students must take the nursingcourses as listed in this Catalog regardless of when they begin coursework at this college.

Nursing courses are offered only on the Decatur campus.

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POLICIES/CURRICULUM

Policies/curriculum for the Nursing Department are subject tochange at any time. Written notice will be given to all students enrolledin NUR courses prior to implementation of policy/curriculum changes.

Program objectives for the Career Mobility Program are the sameas those listed under the Basic Program.

PREREQUISITE COURSES

*ENG 101, English Composition.........................................................3SPH 107, Fundamentals of Public Speaking.......................................3PSY 200, General Psychology ............................................................3*MTH Elective (may choose from the following) ................................3

MTH 100, Intermediate College AlgebraMTH 112, Precalculus AlgebraMTH 116, Mathematical Applications

**BIO 201 OR 202, Human Anatomy and Physiology I OR II .............4

Total ...............................................................................................16

* Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the math/English placement testor ACT/SAT tests or appropriate developmental coursework.**Prerequisite: BIO 103 or successful completion of BIO challengeexam.

SEMESTER I (Summer)

*NUR 211 – Concepts of Mobility Students .......................................5BIO 201 OR 202, Human Anatomy and Physiology I OR II .................4PSY 210, Human Growth and Development .......................................3

Total ...............................................................................................12

* Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on Challenge Exam.

SEMESTER II (Fall)

BIO 220, General Microbiology...........................................................4NUR 265, Advanced Nursing I ............................................................6NUR 266, Advanced Nursing II...........................................................6

Total ...............................................................................................16

SEMESTER III (Spring)

NUR 267, Advanced Nursing III..........................................................6NUR 291, Transition into Nursing Practice .........................................3NUR 204, Computer Applications in Nursing......................................1Humanities Elective ............................................................................3

Total ...............................................................................................13

TOTAL ..............................................................................................57

Challenge Exam Credits....................................................................15

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................72

ADMISSION POLICY

In order to be admitted into the Career Mobility program, students mustmeet the following criteria:

1. Be a graduate of a practical nursing program and currently licensedby the State of Alabama.

2. Make a passing score on each of the challenge exams adminis-tered by the nursing faculty. Challenge exam scores are validtoward admission to the Career Mobility Associate Degree NursingProgram for three (3) years after the date of successful completionof all exams. The objective exams are designed to test the stu-dent’s knowledge of nursing fundamentals and maternal-infantnursing. Fifteen (15) credit hours may be earned by the examina-tion procedure. The credit will be awarded upon satisfactory com-pletion of NUR 211, NUR 265, NUR 266, NUR 267, NUR 291, andNUR 204.

3. Be unconditionally accepted by the college. 4. Have earned credit for ENG 101, SPH 107, PSY 200, BIO 201 OR

202*, MTH 100 OR MTH 112 OR MTH 116.5. Maintain at least a “C” average (2.0 grade point average on a 4.0

scale) on all courses transferred in and/or taken at Calhoun.

*BIO 103 (Principles of Biology) may be required based on placementscore.

Applicants must submit documented proof of criteria completion tothe Nursing Department. After evaluation of criteria, applicants will benotified that their names have been placed on the waiting list for the CareerMobility program or of any deficiencies in meeting criteria. Applicantsmust follow the curriculum listed in the current catalog regardless ofwhen coursework at Calhoun was begun.

Students are accepted into the Career Mobility Program on a firstcome, first served basis according to the date that their names are placedon the career mobility list and based on class space availability.

A grade of “C” or above will be required for passing each courserequired for the Career Mobility Nursing Program that is taken afterAugust 31, 1993. This requirement includes required electives and pre-requisites.

It is recommended that all nursing students be immunized againstRubella (German measles) and Hepatitis B prior to entering the first nurs-ing course. At the time of registration for the first nursing course, stu-dents will be required to present proof that they have received the three (3)Hepatitis B vaccinations or proof of immunity to the hepatitis virus. (Thethree immunizations take at least six months to complete). Students whochoose not to have these immunizations must sign a form indicating theirrefusal of the vaccinations prior to being allowed to register for nursing.

Prior to the first day of nursing classes, students must submit to theNursing Department a current Student Health Examination form that hasbeen completed by a licensed physician or a certified nurse practitioner. Theappropriate form is furnished by the Nursing Department.

When there is probable cause, the Nursing Department Facultyreserves the right to require a prospective student, a student currentlyenrolled in the program, or a returning student to submit to psychologicaltesting/counseling, drug screening, and/or a physical examination by alicensed physician at the student’s expense and to submit a report of the out-come to the nursing faculty. The nursing office will provide a specific formfor this purpose, when applicable. All reports may be reviewed by theNursing Department faculty to determine if a student may be admitted,readmitted, or retained in the nursing program.

Completion of the Career Mobility ADN Program must be within three(3) years of admission to the first NUR course (NUR 211). If the programis not completed within the three (3) year timeframe, the student will berequired to retake and successfully pass the Challenge Exam in order to beeligible for program entry. Approval for program entry will be based onthe student’s meeting the program entry criteria that are current at thetime of application for program entry and class space availability. All pre-viously taken NUR courses must be repeated. If a student has had a failureof a NUR course, a second failure of any NUR course will result in perma-nent suspension from the nursing program regardless of when the first fail-ure occurred.

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PARALEGAL STUDIES

Certificate

The Certificate in Paralegal Studies prepares students for entry levelparalegal positions, or may be used to supplement the skills of personsemployed in law related areas.

ENG 101 English Composition I .........................................................3CIS Elective (CIS 146 or higher) .........................................................3*PRL 101 Introduction to Paralegal ...................................................3*PRL 102 Basic Legal Writing & Research.........................................3PRL 262 Civil Injuries & Litigation......................................................3PRL 150 Commercial Law ..................................................................3PRL 230 Domestic Law ......................................................................3PRL 240 Wills, Trusts & Estates.........................................................3PRL Elective .......................................................................................2(Choose one course from the following: PRL 210 Introduction to RealProperty Law, RLS 125 Real Estate Law, PRL 160 Criminal Law andProcedure, CRJ 120 Criminal Law and Procedure, PRL 103 AdvancedLegal Research & Writing, PRL 282 Law Office Management, PRL 220Corporate Law, PRL 250 Bankruptcy & Collections; PRL 170 Adminis-trative Law, PRL 270 Workers’ Compensation, PRL 192 Selected Topicsin Paralegalism, **PRL 291 Paralegal Internship)

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................26

* PRL 101 and PRL102 must be taken before any other courses with thePRL prefix, except that PRL 101 and PRL 102 may be taken concur-rently.** Prerequisites are PRL 101, PRL102, PRL 262, and permission of theprogram director.

PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILM COMMUNICATIONS


This program is for those desiring skills in still photography, filmmaking,and photo-electronic media techniques. A formal review of a profes-sional quality portfolio of the student’s work is required upon completionof the program of study. Some courses are offered once a year in the dayprogram on the Decatur campus. Students should plan schedules withthe advice of the Art faculty.



MTH 120-126) ...............................................................................3SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3ART 221 Computer Graphics I............................................................3Humanities elective ............................................................................3Natural Science/Math elective/CIS Elective .........................................3Social Science elective .......................................................................3

Total .................................................................................................21

Some of the courses below are only offered once each year. See thecourse description section.


ART 113 Drawing I .............................................................................3ART 121 Two Dimensional Composition I ..........................................3ART 173 Photography I ......................................................................3PFC 174 Photography II .....................................................................3PFC 177 Color Photography ...............................................................3PFC 178 Audio-Visual Techniques......................................................2PFC 187, 188 Photography, Film, and Media I, II OR..........................4

ART 176 Filmmaking and...............................................................3PFC 276 Filmmaking II...................................................................3

ART 203 Art History I .........................................................................3ART 204 Art History II ........................................................................3PFC 258 Photographic and Media Problems ......................................2PFC 273, 274 Studio Photography I, II ...............................................6ART 291 Supervised Study in Art ....................................................4-7ART 299 Portfolio...............................................................................1VCM 145 Introduction to Digital Photography....................................2VCM 146 Digital Photography OR ......................................................2

PFC Filmmaking III .........................................................................3VCM 232 Advanced Computer Graphics.............................................3

TOTAL CREDITS .........................................................................79-80

PRACTICAL NURSING

Certificate

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) represent the second largest health careproviding group in America, after RNs. LPNs provide direct patient careunder the supervision of an RN, physician or dentist. They perform avariety of nursing functions requiring communication skills, critical think-ing, decision making, and sound judgment. LPNs work in hospitals,long term care facilities, home health care, physician/dentist offices andother settings. Practical nurses have a vital role in affecting the qualityand effectiveness of health care.

The Practical Nursing program at Calhoun is a Certificate program ofstudy. It was established in 1953 to provide a program for the educationalpreparation of the Licensed Practical Nurse. The program has the fullapproval of the Alabama Board of Nursing. It is accredited by the Nation-al League for Nursing. Accreditation information regarding the nursingprogram may be obtained from the National League for Nursing Accred-iting Commission, 61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York, New York, 10006,1-800-669-1656, ext. 153.

Graduates of this curriculum will be eligible to apply to take the licens-ing examination, NCLEX-PN, through which they achieve the designationof licensed practical nurse.

Completion of the practical nursing curriculum requires three (3) semes-ters of study for a total of 43 credit hours. Courses must be taken insequential order as designated. Classes are admitted twice a year. Enroll-ment is limited.

The practical nursing curriculum revolves around technical excellence uti-lizing the nursing process as a means by which students relate theory topractice. It incorporates the knowledge, values, and skills required forsafe, effective patient care in practical nursing practice. Ethical and legalaccountability are stressed.

The practical nursing program at Calhoun is for those individuals who areservice oriented, intellectually mature with a strong sense of self direc-tion and motivation and who are able to work and interact with people ofall ages and from various backgrounds.

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PHILOSOPHY

The faculty of the Practical Nursing program believe that the purpose of theeducational program is to prepare the individual student to function as ateam member in the workplace at the entry level for practical nursing.The program gives consideration to the development of the student’saptitude and interests as persons, learners, practitioners, and citizens.The program is designed to provide each individual with equal opportunitythrough a quality program of study to achieve his/her potential in the fieldof practical nursing. Therefore, the faculty of Calhoun’s Practical Nursingprogram sets forth the following basic beliefs.

INDIVIDUAL

Individuals are complex biological, psychological, social, and culturalbeings who grow and develop throughout their lifespan. They possessinherent dignity and worth and have the right to make decisions abouttheir health. They possess a freedom of choice in obtaining health care.Each individual is entitled to be treated with dignity, respect, and withoutdiscrimination.

SOCIETY

A society is comprised of individuals who share a system of values andbeliefs; thus setting norms for individual behavior with a common goal inmind which will be for the benefit of all persons in the environment. An indi-vidual’s needs can be met within the sociocultural framework. A soci-ety’s survival depends upon being dynamic.

NURSING

Nursing is a dynamic profession dedicated to the promotion of health. Itis the art and science of a practiced discipline providing care for the phys-ical, psychosocial, and spiritual aspects of the individual throughout thelifespan. Nursing strives to meet the individual’s needs and functions asclient advocate while encouraging the individual to accept responsibility forhis/her own health. The profession utilizes the nursing process to diag-nose and plan treatment of human responses to actual or potential healthalterations. It provides a means of documenting data collection. Thepractice of nursing requires legal accountability, caring, competence, crit-ical thinking, insight, ethical reasoning, scholarship, and political activism.

PRACTICAL NURSING

Practical Nursing is a discipline in which the licensed practical nurse pro-vides direct care to clients in various settings under the direction of alicensed professional nurse, physician, or dentist. The practice of practi-cal nursing contributes to planning and meeting client needs throughoutthe lifespan. Practical nursing utilizes the nursing process to meet theneeds of diverse clients with common, well defined health problems.Practical nurses perform a variety of nursing functions requiring skills, crit-ical thinking, technical skills with decision making, and sound judgment.Practical nurses practice within the scope of practice as outlined by theNurse Practice Act of the state in which they are licensed.

Practical nursing requires knowledge of the nursing process, a safe andeffective care environment, physiological integrity, psychosocial integri-ty, and health promotion. As members of the discipline, practical nursesmust collaborate with other members of the health care team in meetingthe needs of the client with common, well defined health problems. Theseneeds include the client’s basic physical, emotional, spiritual, and socio-cultural needs.

NURSING EDUCATION

Nursing education is a systematic program of study supported by aconceptual framework that includes Maslow, body systems, Erikson,and the nursing process as major concepts. It fosters the pursuit oftruth by encouraging critical thinking and sound judgment. It providesqualified individuals with the necessary theory and selected clinicalexperiences which enable them to become competent practitioners.The faculty believe that the program of nursing education will allow forand promote continued professional growth and involvement in societalactivities that affect nursing and health.

EDUCATION AS A LIFELONG PROCESS

Education as a lifelong process is an organizational program of per-sonal self-advancement. Continuing education provides an opportuni-ty for the nurse to be updated in the knowledge and skills necessaryfor the enhancement of the individual’s professional growth. The chang-ing health care needs of society require nurses to commit themselves tolifelong learning.

TEACHING/LEARNING PROCESS

Education provides an opportunity for intellectual growth. The educa-tional process is a shared responsibility; learning occurs in an environ-ment of mutual respect between teacher and learner. The teacher’s roleis to facilitate and motivate learning using various teaching methodsfor differing learning styles with movement from simple to complex.The teacher is also responsible for creating a caring and nurturing envi-ronment. The learner’s role is to bring an awareness of learning needsand a commitment to the learning experience.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The nursing faculty accepts and utilizes the National League for NursingEntry Level Competencies of graduates in compiling the program objec-tives for Calhoun’s graduates. The graduates of the Calhoun PracticalNursing Program should demonstrate the following entry-level compe-tencies:

1. Assess basic physical, emotional, spiritual, and socio-culturalneeds of the health care client.

2. Collect data within established protocols and guidelines from var-ious sources:a. client interviewsb. observations/measurementsc. health care team members, family, and significant others health

records3. Utilize knowledge of normal values to identify deviations in health

status.4. Develop individualized nursing care plans utilizing established

nursing diagnoses for clients with common, well defined healthproblems throughout the lifespan.

5. Review and revise nursing care plans to meet the changing needsof clients.

6. Provide quality nursing care according to accepted standards ofpractice, priority of client’s needs, and individual and family rights.

7. Utilize effective communication in:a. documentation b. therapeutic relationships with client, families, significant oth-

ers c. collaboration with health care team.

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8. Teach clients regarding basic care and comfort needs.9. Seek guidance as needed in the delivery of nursing care.10. Function as a member of the discipline by:

a. complying with the scope of practice as outlined in the NursePractice Act of Alabama and any other state in which they maybe licensed.

b. identifying need for life long education to accomplish person-al and professional growth.

c. adhering to a nursing code of ethics.11. Assume accountability for managing actions when providing and/or

delegating nursing care for individuals and groups of clients whileconsidering costs.

12. Describe the role of the LPN as:a. an advocate for the health care client.b. participant in societal activities that affect nursing and health.

Assesses basic physical, emotional, spiritual, and socio-cultural needsof the health care client.

Collects data within established protocols and guidelines from varioussources:

a. client interviewsb. observations/measurementsc. health care team members, family, and significant othersd. health records

PRACTICAL NURSINGCertificate

FALL ADMISSION

Fall - Semester ICredit Hrs.

COM 100 Vocational Technical English ..........................................3 MAH 105 Math for Nurses..............................................................3LPN 105 Fundamentals of Nursing................................................6LPN 113 Body Structure & Function/ ............................................4

Medical Terminology LPN 118 Mental Health Concepts..................................................2

Total Credits.....................................................................................18

Spring - Semester II

LPN 104 Pharmacology ................................................................2LPN 124 Family Centered Nursing.................................................6LPN 152 Adult Nursing IV .............................................................8

Total Credits.....................................................................................16

Summer – Semester III

LPN 145 Role Transition ...............................................................2LPN 142 Adult Nursing III .............................................................7

Total Credits.......................................................................................9

Total Credits for the PN Certificate ...................................................43

SPRING ADMISSION

Spring – Semester I

COM 100 Vocational Technical English ..........................................3MAH 105 Math for Nurses..............................................................3LPN 105 Fundamentals of Nursing................................................6LPN 113 Body Structure & Function/ ............................................4

Medical TerminologyLPN 118 Mental Health Concepts..................................................2

Total Credits.....................................................................................18

Summer – Semester II

LPN 104 Pharmacology ................................................................2LPN 142 Adult Nursing III .............................................................7

Total Credits.......................................................................................9

Fall – Semester III

LPN 145 Role Transition ...............................................................2LPN 124 Family Centered Nursing.................................................6LPN 152 Adult Nursing IV .............................................................8

Total Credits.....................................................................................16

Total Credits for PN Certificate.........................................................43

ADMISSION POLICY

General Admission Requirements

Students interested in pursuing a Practical Nursing Certificate at Cal-houn Community College must:

• Submit a completed application to the Admission and Registrar’sOffice at Calhoun Community College and be accepted for enrollmentby the College.

• Take the placement test through the Advising Center and have appro-priate scores for COM 100 (Introductory Technical English) and MAH105 (Math for Nurses). Appointment for placement test must bemade through the Advising Center.

• Request transcripts from all previously attended accredited col-leges/technical schools. A Transfer Equivalency Report will be sentto the student when the evaluation of coursework is completed throughthe Calhoun Community College Admissions Office.

• Meet minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0.• Submit the Practical Nursing Notification form and a copy of a tran-

script or placement scores to the Nursing Department at CalhounCommunity College, Shelton Health Building, Room 204.

Practical Nursing Admission Process

Students who have met the general admission criteria and are acceptedfor enrollment with appropriate placement scores for COM 100 and MAH105 will be notified by correspondence regarding a designated day andtime for advising/registration. Students must be prepared to provide thefollowing documentation at the time of registration or the time speci-fied on the correspondence:

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1. Verification of placement scores and/or a student copy of Calhoungrade transcript or Transfer Equivalency Report.

2. Verification of Malpractice Insurance payment (included in corre-spondence).

3. Verification of current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) coursecompletion.

4. Verification of Two-Step Mantoux TB skin Test (PPD) or chest x-rayindicating the student is free of tuberculosis.

5. Verification of vaccination for Hepatitis B and/or positive antibod-ies or sign a waiver.

Class size is limited. Students providing complete verification of theabove mentioned documentation at the scheduled time for advis-ing/registration will fill the class slots.

Students accepted for enrollment in the Practical Nursing Programmust:

1. Submit to the Nursing Department a specific, current, satisfacto-ry Student Health Form completed by a licensed physician or cer-tified nurse practitioner (form will be furnished when student isaccepted for admission). Health form is due by first day of class.Form is valid for two years.

2. Provide documentation of immunity for Rubeola (Measles),Mumps, Rubella (German Measles) through one of the following:a. History of having the diseaseb. Titer that shows immunityc. Immunization record

3. Purchase course syllabi and Nurse Pacs (equipment/supplies)through the Calhoun Community College Bookstore.

4. Pay for National League for Nursing Achievement Test (NLN) orother commercial test as administered periodically throughout theprogram.

5. As stipulated by the health agencies with which the Department ofNursing contracts for clinical experience, each student accepted intoany nursing program at Calhoun Community College will undergodrug and alcohol testing as a precondition to beginning a clinicalrotation. The fee for testing is the responsibility of the student. Writ-ten guidelines for the screening process will be provided to thestudent upon their acceptance into the program.

Students in the Practical Nursing Program are expected to abide by thepolicies of the COLLEGE CATALOG and the PRACTICAL NURSING POL-ICY MANUAL.

When there is probable cause, the Practical Nursing faculty reservesthe right to require a prospective student, a student currently enrolled inthe program, or a returning student to submit to psychological test-ing/counseling, drug screening, and/or a physical examination by alicensed physician or a certified nurse practitioner at the student’sexpense and to submit a report of the outcome to the nursing faculty. TheNursing Department will provide a specific form for this purpose, whenapplicable. All reports may be reviewed by the Practical Nursing facul-ty in the Nursing Department to determine if a student may be admitted,readmitted, or retained in the nursing program.

POLICIES/CURRICULUM

Policies/curriculum for Practical Nursing is subject to change at anytime. Written notice will be given to all students enrolled in LPN cours-es prior to implementation of change.

Standard of Conduct

The nursing student shall comply with legal, moral, and legislative stan-dards which determine acceptable behavior of the nurse and shall avoidthose behaviors which may be cause for denial of license to practiceas a practical nurse, in accordance with the Alabama Law RegulatingPractice of Registered and Practical Nursing and the Alabama Board ofNursing Administrative Code.

Academic Progression in the Program: In order to progress in the practical nursing program, the student must:1. Fulfill course requirements as stated in each practical nursing

course syllabus.2. Achieve a minimum grade of “C” (75%) in each practical nursing

course.3. Earn a grade of “C” or better in MAH 105 and COM 100 (OR ENG

101) according to the course syllabus.4. See readmission policy for failure to progress for academic reasons.

Readmission:

The readmission of a student is based on availability of space and stu-dent-teacher ratio, provided the student is eligible to return. The studentwill be readmitted one time only following failure of a nursing course witha clinical lab component. The student must complete the program with-in three (3) years of initial admission date.

After two years have lapsed since a student has attended the PracticalNursing Program, the student has an option of reentering the programas a new student. The student will take all required LPN courses listedin the curriculum at the time of admission. The student will be requiredto meet all program requirements.

Any student requesting readmission must have a minimum Grade PointAverage of 2.00 on all course work attempted.

If the time and need indicated are evident, a Student Health ExaminationForm will be required as well as liability insurance renewal, tuberculin skintesting (PPD) and CPR course completion.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Applicants desiring to transfer into Calhoun’s Practical Nursing Pro-gram who have taken nursing courses will be considered on an indi-vidual basis and will be required to meet requirements of the nursingprogram. The applicant must1. Make application to the College; be unconditionally accepted.2. Have at least a “C’ average (2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale)

on all course work transferred in and/or taken at Calhoun.3. Provide verification from the institution at which nursing courses

were taken that the student is eligible to return to that nursingprogram.

4. Have passing credit (a grade of “C’ or above) on all prerequisite andLPN courses required in the Practical Nursing curriculum.

Upon submission of documented proof of the above, an evaluation ofnursing courses taken will be made. Additional materials may be requiredin order for nursing courses to be evaluated. Applicants may be requiredto demonstrate nursing knowledge and skills. Applicants will then benotified as to where in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum they willbe accepted. Applicants will be admitted into the program based onclass space availability.

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AUDIT

Students auditing a Practical Nursing course will not be allowed to attendany clinical labs nor to take or review any course exams. They will not berequired to have the mandatory Student Health Examination nor the PPDskin testing and hepatitis vaccinations. They will not be required to com-plete a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BCLS) course or pay liabilityinsurance.

GRADING STANDARD

The grading scale for practical nursing courses (LPN prefixes) is as fol-lows (Note: 75% or above is passing.):

Passing for PN students Failing for PN students

A = 90 - 100% D = 60 - 74%B = 80 - 89% F = 59% and belowC = 75 - 79%

PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM ESTIMATED COSTS

Tuition: See College Catalog under Financial Information

Malpractice Insurance (per year) .............................................$ 21.75Standardized Tests ......................................................................50.00Graduation Fees ..........................................................................35.00NCLEX Fee.................................................................................200.00Licensure Fee ..............................................................................75.00Temporary License (optional)......................................................50.00

Textbooks (approximate) ........................................................$540.00Nurse Packs ............................................................................... 60.00Uniforms (approximate) ............................................................124.00Health Exams, PPD, Immunizations....................................Cost VariesCPR Course.................................................................................30.00Drug Testing................................................................................45.00Graduation Pictures.....................................................................35.00

GRADUATION

To graduate, a student must successfully complete the prescribed pro-gram of study with a 2.0 overall Grade Point Average (GPA).

CAREER MOBILITY

Graduates of the Practical Nursing program who pass the NCLEX-PNexamination and want to continue nursing education are referred to in thesection on Career Mobility, Associate Degree Nursing program.

LICENSURE

Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements of the Nursing program,the graduate will be eligible to apply to take the National Council Licen-sure Examination and apply to a state Board of Nursing for licensure asa practical nurse. Legal requirements for licensure may be found in theAlabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code 1982 (Reprinted 1992).

Grounds for denial of an RN or LPN license by examination include butare not limited to:

1. conviction of a felony.2. conviction of a misdemeanor or felony involving moral turpitude or

gross immorality.3. conviction of a state or federal law related to controlled substances

(may be either a misdemeanor or a felony).4. failure to show good moral character as pertaining to nursing.5. abuse of, or addiction to, alcohol or other drugs.6. being mentally incompetent.7. unprofessional conduct.8. false representation of facts on application for licensure.

(Code of Alabama, 1975, Section 34-21-25; Alabama Board of NursingAdministrative Code 610-X-8-.01 and 610 -X-8-.05)

Upon application for licensure, the individual will be required toanswer the following questions found on the application:

Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense otherthan a minor moving traffic violation? YES____ NO____

Have you within the last 5 years abused drugs/alcohol or been treated fordependency to alcohol or illegal chemical substances?YES____ NO____

Have you ever been arrested or convicted for driving under the influ-ence of drugs/alcohol? YES____ NO____

Have you within the last 5 years received inpatient or outpatient treatmentor been recommended to seek treatment for mental illness?YES____ NO____

Have you ever had disciplinary action or is action pending against you byany state board of nursing? YES____ NO____

Have you ever been placed on a state AND/OR federal abuse registry? YES____ NO____

Have you ever been court-martialed/disciplined OR administratively dis-charged by the military? YES____ NO____

Any applicant who answers “YES” to the questions regarding criminal con-viction, alcohol/drug abuse/treatment or mental illness must provide theAlabama Board of Nursing with a full explanation and the appropriatecourt/treatment records must accompany the application for examination andlicensure. If the documents are not received along with the application,the applicant can expect to be delayed in taking the examination. By a fullexplanation, the Board expects more than a statement naming the crime forwhich the applicant was convicted. The explanation should contain a fullrecitation of who and why the crime occurred and the applicant’s history sincethe crime. If the applicant has indicated a history of mental illness or chem-ical dependency, a full explanation including treatment records, urinescreens, doctor’s statements, etc., must be received with the application.

Applicants also should be aware that they must disclose arrests that did notresult in convictions and attach those court records. Misdemeanors alsomust be disclosed. These include checks written on accounts with insuf-ficient funds and DUI. Minor traffic violations are excluded. If the Board ofNursing later learns of arrests or convictions not originally disclosed, suchwill be considered to be fraud and deceit in procuring a license and disci-plinary action will be forthcoming.

The Alabama Board of Nursing will determine whether or not the applicantmay write the examination for licensure and be licensed as a practical nurse.Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to the Chairper-son of the Nursing Department.

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Be advised that a criminal and/or drug history could result in denial of per-mission to take the licensure examination.

These same legal requirements or others may apply to taking the NCLEX-PN in other states.

Drug Testing

As stipulated by the health agencies with which the Department of Nurs-ing contracts for clinical experience, each student accepted in any nurs-ing program at Calhoun Community College will undergo drug andalcohol testing as a precondition to beginning a clinical rotation. The feefor testing is the responsibility of the student. Written guidelines forthe screening process will be provided to the student upon their accep-tance into the program.

PROCESS TECHNOLOGY

Associate of Applied Science

This program is designed for individuals seeking employment in theprocess industry as a Process Technician. The process industry plays asignificant role in U.S. businesses and our economy, serving the phar-maceutical, food and beverage, textile, chemical and petroleum pro-cessing, power production, plastic, paint, cosmetic, and other sectors.


ENG 101 English Composition............................................................3ENG 130 Technical Report Writing .....................................................3MTH 103 Technical Math....................................................................3PHS 121 Applied Physical Science .....................................................4PHY 115 Technical Physics ................................................................4SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking........................................3CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3Humanities Elective ............................................................................3Social Science Elective .......................................................................3TOTAL ..............................................................................................29


PMC 180 Basic Electricity and Electronics..........................................3PCT 100 Fundamentals of Process Technology..................................3PCT 105 Safety, Health and Environment ...........................................3PCT 110 Process Technology I Equipment.........................................4PCT 115 Instrumentation I .................................................................3PCT 215 Instrumentation II ................................................................4PCT 220 Process Technology II Systems ...........................................4PCT 225 Quality Processes and Quality Management.........................3PCT 230 Process Technology III Operations ......................................4PCT 234 Industrial Co-Op Training, or Workplace Elective .................3PCT 240 Process Troubleshooting .....................................................4TOTAL ..............................................................................................38

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................67

SECURITY

Certificate

The Certificate in Security prepares students to enter many of the variedfields of private security, or may be used to improve the competenciesof professionals already employed in the field.

COM 100 Introductory Technical English I ORENG 101 English Composition I.....................................................3

CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications.................................................3CRJ 160 Introduction to Security .......................................................3CRJ 161 Introduction to Physical Security .........................................3CRJ 162 Security Risk Management ..................................................3CRJ 163 Security Management..........................................................3CRJ 164 International Security ...........................................................3CRJ 166 Private and Retail Security ...................................................3CRJ 290 Special Topics......................................................................2

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................26

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

Certificate

This program is designed to prepare graduates for employment andcareers in this rapidly growing technical field. The Surgical Technologyprogram is directed towards men and women who have the capability andinterest to become surgical technologists. The program provides the stu-dent with knowledge and skills to function as an integral part of a teamproviding surgical care to patients in a variety of settings. Under med-ical supervision, the surgical technologist will assist with safe and effec-tive delivery of invasive surgical procedures.

Completion of this program requires three semesters of classroom/lab-oratory instruction and clinical experience for a total of 1050 contacthours.

Upon successful completion of the Surgical Technology program, the stu-dent will demonstrate the following objectives:

1. Comprehension, application and evaluation of clinical informationrelevant to his or her role as a surgical technologist (CognitiveDomain).

2. Technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role as a sur-gical technologist (Psychomotor Domain).

3. Personal behaviors consistent with professional and employerexpectations for the surgical technologist (Affective Domain).

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGYCERTIFICATE = 29 SEMESTER HOURS

PROGRAM OUTLINE

SEMESTER 1

SUR 100 Principles of Surgical Technology..........................5 creditsSUR 102 Applied Surgical Techniques .................................4 creditsSUR 107 Surgical Anatomy and Pathophysiology ................3 credits

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HPS 114 Basic Pharmacology .............................................2 credits14 credits

SEMESTER 2

SUR 103 Surgical Procedures .............................................5 creditsSUR 104 Surgical Practicum I ..............................................4 credits

9 creditsSEMESTER 3

SUR 105 Surgical Practicum II ............................................5 credits SUR 106 Special Topics in Surgical Technology ..................1 credits

6 creditsAdmissions Requirements

Acceptance into Calhoun Community College is granted to most appli-cants, but this does NOT constitute nor guarantee admission to the SURprogram. Students interested in admission to the SUR program shouldcomplete an application through the Allied Health Department office in theShelton Health Building, Room 107, or through Grant Wilson, ProgramDirector, in the Shelton Health Building, Room 104.

The minimum requirements for admission into the SUR program include:

• Submit a completed application form to the Admission & Registrar’sOffice at Calhoun Community College and be accepted for enrollmentby the College.

• Attend an information session.• Submit a completed Surgical Technology Application Form to the

Department of Allied Health (Forms are made available at informa-tion sessions).

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.• Completion of, concurrent enrollment in, or eligibility to enroll (ACT

English score of 20 or better, SAT verbal score of 480 or better, orappropriate entrance exam score) in ENG 101.

• A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on any college coursework com-pleted.

• Completed Medical Terminology (EMS 106 OR HPS 105) with a gradeof C or better.

• Complete Math 100, 112, OR 116 with a grade of “C” or better.

Selection Process

Meeting minimum requirements above does NOT guarantee admissioninto the SUR program. Students meeting the minimum requirementswill be presented to the SUR Admission Committee with a score of “10”.Additional points are added to the application by the committee when stu-dents have:

• Completed EMS 106 OR HPS 105 with a grade of• “A” = 4 points added • “B” = 3 points added• “C” = 2 points added

• Work experience in a patient care setting -up to 4 points added

• Completed a handwritten statement (on the application) and an inter-view with the Program Director• Statement = up to 4 points added• Interview = up to 4 points added

• One year or more of work experience in surgery- 1 point added

Admission is granted to a maximum of 22 students with the highestapplication scores. In situations where two or more students have tiescores for the final position, the date the application was submitted willdetermine the student awarded the seat.

Upon enrollment in the program:

1. Submit to the Allied Health Department a satisfactory StudentHealth Form completed by a licensed physician or nurse practi-tioner (form will be furnished when student is accepted for admis-sion). Health form is due by first day of class. Form is valid for oneyear. Evidence of good health is required for placement in the pro-gram.

2. Provide evidence of vaccination for Hepatitis B and/or positive anti-bodies or sign a waiver.

3. Provide documentation of two-step Mantoux skin test (PPD), orchest x-ray, if positive, indicating he/she is free of tuberculosis.

4. Provide documentation of Immunity for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps,Rubella (German Measles) through one of the following:

a. History of having had the disease

b. Titer that shows immunity

c. Immunization record

5. Provide evidence of current certification in BCLS/HealthcareProvider cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) prior to clinicalexperience. Students are responsible for obtaining and maintain-ing current CPR Certification while enrolled in the program.

6. Purchase professional liability insurance through the College by

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the first day of class (forms available in the Allied Health Depart-ment).

PROGRESSION IN THE PROGRAM

• Students must fulfill all course requirements as stated in each SUR syl-labus

• Achieve a minimum grade of “C” (75%) in each SUR course.

• Successfully complete all lab, practical, and clinical components ofeach SUR course.

• Successfully complete Program Assessment Exam

• Complete the Certified Surgical Technologist Exam.

Specific questions concerning the program can be answered by callingthe Surgical Technology program (Monday-Thursday at 256/306-2786/306-2950).

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM ESTIMATED COSTS

Tuition: See college catalog section covering financial information.

Malpractice Insurance (per year)...............................................$21.75Standardized Exams ..................................................................$60.00Graduation Fee ..........................................................................$35.00Certification Exam ...................................................................$245.00Textbooks................................................................................$400.00Health Exams, PPD, Immunizations....................................Cost VariesCPR Course...............................................................................$45.00

READMISSION POLICY

A student may be readmitted to a SUR course ONE TIME following afailure of or withdrawal from an SUR course. Students who are cur-rently returning following a failure are considered to be using their sec-ond and final opportunity to complete the Surgical Technology program.

Following withdrawal:

If a student withdraws from a SUR course or is temporarily ineligible toprogress (see progression requirements), readmission to the SUR pro-gram requires:1. written notification at least three months in advance to the SUR Pro-

gram Director that the student desires to reenter the SUR pro-gram.

2. a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5.3. that for successful completion of a series of advanced courses,

no longer than twelve (12) months may elapse between completionof a SUR course and enrollment in the subsequent course.

All students who withdraw from or are temporarily ineligible toprogress through a program of study in the Allied Health Departmentwill be readmitted under the College Catalog in effect the year ofreadmission.

SPECIAL PROGRAMSThese programs are available only to special audiences and generally arenot taught to the typical Calhoun student clientele.

All courses at the Limestone Correctional Facility Extension, with theexception of Horticulture, are taught on a self-paced basis.

AUTOMOTIVE BODY REPAIR/BASIC REPAIR

Certificate

Limestone Correctional Facility Only

This program is designed to acquaint the beginning auto body repairstudent with basic knowledge of shop safety and auto body repair equip-ment and to provide the student with “hands on” applications of basicautomotive body repair.


ABR 111 Non-Structural Repair..........................................................3ABR 112 Non-Structural Panel Replacement......................................3ABR 122 Surface Preparation.............................................................3ABR 154 Auto Glass and Trim ............................................................3ABR 155 Automotive MIG Welding.....................................................3ABR 252 Body Shop Management .....................................................3ABR 254 Collision Damage Reports ...................................................3ABR 257 Advanced Structural Repair .................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

AUTOMOTIVE BODY REPAIR/ADVANCED REPAIR

Certificate


This certificate option will provide the student with in-depth applica-tions of auto body repair. Emphasis will be placed on job quality and per-formance standards as accepted by business. Coursework or skills andknowledge equivalent to those given in the Basic Auto Body Repair cer-tificate program are a prerequisite for entering this curriculum.


ABR 121 Refinishing Materials & Equipment .....................................3ABR 152 Plastic Repairs.....................................................................3ABR 153 Corrosion Protection ...........................................................3ABR 211 Structural Analysis ..............................................................3ABR 212 Structural Repair .................................................................3ABR 221 Mechanical Components .....................................................3ABR 251 Color Adjustments...............................................................3ABR 256 Topcoat Application.............................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

SPECIAL PROGRAMS


AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS/BASIC REPAIR

Certificate


The Basic Repair Certificate program in Automotive Mechanics is designedto allow the student to develop knowledge of the principles of opera-tion of all the major components of today’s passenger cars. It allowsthe student to develop technical and manipulative skills in diagnosing andrepairing automobiles.


AUM 101 Fundamentals of Automotive Technology ...........................3AUM 111 Automotive Electrical Systems............................................3AUM 112 Starting, Charging Systems & Accessories.........................3AUM 121 Braking Systems.................................................................3AUM 123 Engine Principles ................................................................3AUM 131 Powertrain Fundamentals ...................................................3AUM 212 Fuel Systems ......................................................................3AUM 240 Engine Performance ...........................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS/ADVANCED REPAIR

Certificate


The Advanced Repair Certificate program in Automotive Mechanics isdesigned to allow the student to develop knowledge of the principles ofoperation of all the major components of today’s passenger cars. Itallows the student to develop technical and manipulative skills in diag-nosing and repairing automobiles. Coursework or skills and knowledgeequivalent to those given in the Automotive Mechanics/Basic Repair cer-tificate program are a prerequisite for entering this curriculum.


AUM 122 Steering, Suspension & Alignment .....................................3AUM 132 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning ...........................3AUM 211 Automotive Electronics.......................................................3AUM 214 Ignition Systems.................................................................3AUM 221 Engine Repair .....................................................................3AUM 222 Manual Transmission/Transaxle .........................................3AUM 231 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle.....................................3AUM 281 Special Topics ....................................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

CARPENTRY/FINISH

Certificate


This program prepares the student for employment in the field of finishcarpentry. The course will cover such topics as interior wall and ceilingfinishing, painting and staining, trim work, and concrete slabs and side-walks.


CAR 122 Concrete and Forming .........................................................3CAR 123 Concrete and Forming Lab...................................................3CAR 132 Interior and Exterior Finishing .............................................3CAR 191 Internship in Carpentry ........................................................3CAR 211 Construction Specialties ......................................................3CAR 212 Construction Specialties Lab ...............................................3CAR 213 Plans, Specifications, and Codes .........................................3CAR 214 Cabinetry Lab ......................................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

CARPENTRY/ROUGH

Certificate


This program equips the student with basic skills and knowledge inrough carpentry. All phases of construction are covered from site prepa-ration and blueprint reading to framing.


CAR 111 Construction Basics.............................................................3CAR 112 Floors, Walls, Site Prep .......................................................3CAR 113 Floors, Walls, Site Prep Lab.................................................3CAR 114 Introduction to Carpentry Tools and Materials.....................3CAR 121 Introduction to Blueprint Reading........................................3CAR 124 Floor and Wall Specialties....................................................3CAR 131 Roof and Ceiling Systems....................................................3CAR 133 Roof and Ceiling Systems Lab.............................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

DESIGN DRAFTING/BASIC DESIGN

Certificate


The Design Drafting/Basic Design Certificate program is designed tooffer students the opportunity to gain entry-level skills. An introductionto DOS and CAD design is included.

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DDT 103 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting.............................3DDT 111 Fundamentals of Drafting and Design Technology...............3DDT 112 Introductory Technical Drawing...........................................3DDT 121 Intermediate Technical Drawing ..........................................3DDT 122 Advanced Technical Drawing...............................................3DDT 125 Surface Development ..........................................................3DDT 131 Machine Drafting Basics ......................................................3DDT 134 Descriptive Geometry ..........................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

DESIGN DRAFTING / BASIC ARCHITECTURAL

Certificate


The Architectural Drafting Certificate program offers the advanced draft-ing student concentrated studies in the specialty areas of house anddesign drafting. Coursework or skills and knowledge equivalent to thosegiven in the Basic Design Drafting certificate program will be built on tothis more advanced level of skill.


DDT 116 Blueprint Reading for Construction .....................................3DDT 132 Architectural Drafting ..........................................................3DDT 150 Theory of Residential Drawings & Design............................3DDT 155 Drawing for Residential Construction ..................................4DDT 212 Intermediate Architectural Drafting......................................3DDT 222 Advanced Architectural Drafting ..........................................3DDT 227 Strength of Materials ...........................................................4

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................23

DESIGN DRAFTING/ADVANCED COMPUTER AIDEDDRAFTING

Certificate


This certificate offers computer aided drafting to those persons whohave manual drafting skills. Departmental approval is required before reg-istration.


DDT 103 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting.............................3DDT 123 Intermediate CAD ................................................................4DDT 231 Advanced CAD.....................................................................4DDT 232 CAD Customization..............................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................14

DESIGN DRAFTING / ELECTRO-MECHANICAL

Certificate


The Electro-Mechanical Drafting Certificate program offers the advanceddrafting student concentrated studies in the specialty areas of mechan-ical design drafting, electronic drafting, and piping drafting. Course-work or skills and knowledge equivalent to those given in the BasicDesign Drafting certificate program will be built on to this more advancedlevel of skill.


DDT 115 Blueprint Reading for Machinists.........................................3DDT 117 Manufacturing Processes ....................................................3DDT 118 Basic Electrical Drafting.......................................................3DDT 119 Advanced Electronic Drafting...............................................3DDT 211 Intermediate Machine Drafting ............................................3DDT 214 Pipe Drafting........................................................................4DDT 215 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing ...........................4DDT 221 Advanced Machine Drafting.................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................26

DESIGN DRAFTING / BASIC CIVIL-STRUCTURAL

Certificate


The Civil-Structural Basic Drafting Certificate program offers the advanceddrafting student concentrated coursework and applications in the spe-cialty areas of civil-structural drafting. Coursework or skills and knowl-edge equivalent to those given in the Basic Design Drafting certificateprogram will be built on to this more advanced level of skill.


DDT 133 Basic Surveying...................................................................3DDT 213 Civil Drafting, Plat Maps ......................................................3DDT 223 Advanced Civil Drafting .......................................................3DDT 224 Structural Concrete Drafting ................................................3DDT 225 Structural Steel Drafting ......................................................3DDT 235 Specialized CAD...................................................................3DDT 236 Design Project .....................................................................3DDT 240 Public Utility Drafting...........................................................3

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HORTICULTURE/GENERAL

Certificate


This program provides the student with a foundation in general horti-culture including plant identification, propagating techniques, safe use andcare of equipment, and other applications.


HOC 111 Horticulture Business Management.....................................3HOC 115 Soils and Fertilizers .............................................................3HOC 135 Ornamental Plant Identification and Culture ........................3HOC 140 Ornamental Plant Pest Management ...................................3HOC 151 Irrigation Systems...............................................................3HOC 230 Vegetable and Orchard Crops..............................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................18

HORTICULTURE/LANDSCAPEDEVELOPMENT

Certificate


This certificate includes instruction in landscape design, installation,maintenance, and irrigation systems. The student will learn proper land-scape theory, techniques, plant materials and their use, and should be ableto pass state certification for employment in these areas. Coursework orskills and knowledge equivalent to those given in the General Horticulturecertificate program are a prerequisite for entering this curriculum.


HOC 125 Turfgrass Management .......................................................3HOC 136 Residential Landscape Design.............................................3HOC 137 Commercial Landscape Design ...........................................3HOC 167 Golf Course Maintenance ....................................................3HOC 216 Landscape Maintenance ......................................................3HOC 218 Landscape Construction......................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................18

HORTICULTURE/NURSERY ANDGREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT

Certificate


Topics included in this certificate include site analysis, types of green-houses, crops and their culture, heating and cooling, fertilization, andwatering. Coursework or skills and knowledge equivalent to those givenin the General Horticulture certificate program are a prerequisite forentering this curriculum.


HOC 120 Plant Propagation................................................................3HOC 130 Nursery Production .............................................................3HOC 134 Introduction to Floriculture..................................................2HOC 175 Seminar in Horticulture .......................................................1HOC 176 Advanced Studies in Horticulture ........................................2HOC 210 Greenhouse Management ...................................................3HOC 211 Greenhouse Crop Production ..............................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................17

MASONRY

Certificate


This program prepares the student for employment in the field ofmasonry. Included in this course are block and brick constructionand blueprint reading.


MAS 111 Masonry Fundamentals.......................................................3MAS 121 Brick/Block Masonry...........................................................3MAS 131 Residential/Commercial ......................................................3MAS 151 Masonry Fundamentals Lab................................................3MAS 152 Masonry Fundamentals Lab................................................3MAS 161 Concrete Block Masonry.....................................................3MAS 162 Brick Masonry Lab..............................................................3MAS 171 Residential Commercial ......................................................3

TOTAL CREDITS...............................................................................24

UPHOLSTERY/BASIC

Certificate


This program will cover basic techniques and information necessaryfor those students entering the field of upholstery.


UPH 111 Upholstery Fundamentals and Design .................................3UPH 112 Upholstery Design Furniture Lab.........................................3UPH 114 Upholstery Design Experimental Lab...................................3UPH 121 Correlating Decorative Elements .........................................3UPH 131 Wood Repair and Refinishing..............................................3UPH 132 History of Furniture Styles...................................................3UPH 215 Shop Management and Layout............................................3UPH 222 Interior Materials-Furniture .................................................3

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UPHOLSTERY/AUTOMOTIVEINTERIOR AND TRIM

Certificate


This program gives the advanced upholstery student concentratedcoursework in automotive upholstery. Coursework or skills andknowledge equivalent to those given in the Basic Upholstery certifi-cate program are a prerequisite for entering this curriculum.


UPH 113 Upholstery Design Auto Lab................................................3UPH 123 Decorative Elements Auto Lab.............................................3UPH 211 Design Interiors Furniture and Auto ....................................3UPH 213 Design Interiors Auto Lab ...................................................3UPH 221 Automotive Upholstery & Design ........................................3UPH 223 Interior Materials-Auto ........................................................3UPH 224 Auto Upholstery Design Experimental Lab ..........................3UPH 226 Advanced Automotive Techniques ......................................3

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UPHOLSTERY/FURNITURE REPAIRAND REFINISHING

Certificate


The Furniture Repair and Refinishing certificate program coversadvanced furniture covering techniques, general repairs, touch-upwork, and job estimates. Coursework or skills and knowledge equiva-lent to those given in the Basic Upholstery certificate program are aprerequisite for entering this curriculum.


UPH 122 Decorative Elements Furniture Lab......................................3UPH 124 Decorative Elements Experimental Lab ...............................3UPH 212 Design Interiors Furniture Lab.............................................3UPH 214 Design Interiors Experimental Lab ......................................3UPH 216 Draperies, Cornices, Bedding ..............................................3UPH 217 Upholstery Crafts and Accessories......................................3UPH 225 Advanced Furniture Techniques ..........................................3UPH 227 Quilting Techniques and Design..........................................3

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WELDING/BASIC STRUCTURAL

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The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment inthe welding industry, or to provide supplemental training for personspreviously employed in this occupation.


WDT 111 Cutting Processes Theory...................................................3WDT 112 Shielded Metal Arc Fillet Theory .........................................3WDT 113 Blueprint Reading ...............................................................3WDT 114 Gas Metal Arc Fillet Theory.................................................3WDT 151 Cutting Processes Lab........................................................3WDT 152 Shielded Metal Arc Fillet Welding .......................................3WDT 153 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Grooves..................................3WDT 154 Gas Metal Arc Lab ..............................................................3

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WELDING TECHNOLOGY/BASIC PIPE

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The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment inthe welding industry or to provide supplemental training for personspreviously employed in this occupation. Coursework or skills andknowledge equivalent to those given in the Welding Technology/BasicStructural certificate program are a prerequisite for entering this cur-riculum.


WDT 217 SMAW Carbon Pipe Theory ................................................3WDT 227 Gas Tungsten Arc Groove Theory.......................................3WDT 257 SMAW Carbon Pipe Lab .....................................................3WDT 266 Exploring Metalworking Lab ...............................................3WDT 267 Gas Tungsten Arc Groove Lab ............................................3WDT 268 Gas Tungsten Arc Fillet Lab ................................................3WDT 269 Boiler Tube Lab ..................................................................3WDT 270 Shielded Metal Arc Certification Lab...................................3

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INDEX OF COURSE PREFIXESPrefix Course Page No.

ACR Air Conditioning & Refrigeration ...................….100AEM Advanced Electronics Manufacturing .................102ALI Alabama Language Institute ...............................146ANT Anthropology .....................................................105ARS Aerospace Technology .......................................103ART Art ......................................................................105AST Astronomy .........................................................108BAR Barbering ...........................................................109BIO Biology ...............................................................110BSR Basic Skills Reading ...........................................111BUS Business.............................................................111CHD Child Development .............................................116CHM Chemistry...........................................................115CIS Computer Information Systems .........................117CIT Cosmetology Instructor Training........................120CNC Computer Numerical Control..............................121COM Communication..................................................145COS Cosmetology ......................................................122CRJ Criminal Justice..................................................124DDT Design Drafting Technology ...............................128DNT Dental Assisting .................................................125ECO Economics .........................................................129EDU Education ...........................................................129EET Electronic Engineering Technology ....................130ELT Electrical Technology .........................................131EMP Emergency Medical Paramedic ..........................132EMS Emergency Medical Services..............................135ENG English ...............................................................145FRN French ................................................................147FSC Fire Services Management .................................147GEO Geography..........................................................147GIS Geographic Information System Technology .....147GRN German ..............................................................148HED Health Education ................................................148HIS History ...............................................................149HPS Health Science....................................................150IDS Interdisciplinary Studies.....................................150ILT Industrial Electronics Technology ......................150INT Industrial Maintenance Technology....................151LPN Practical Nursing................................................162MAH Mathematics.......................................................153MIC Music Industry Communications .......................160MCM Mass Communications.......................................153

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MTH Mathematics.......................................................153MTT Machine Tool Technology ..................................151MUL Music .................................................................156MUP Music-Private .....................................................156MUS Music-General ....................................................158NUR Nursing ..............................................................160OAD Office Administration..........................................163ORI Orientation .........................................................165ORT Orientation/Technical .........................................165PED Physical Education .............................................165PFC Photography & Film ...........................................169PHL Philosophy .........................................................170PHS Physical Science ................................................170PHY Physics...............................................................170PMC Productivity Management & Control ..................172POL Political Science .................................................174PRL Paralegal ............................................................175PCT Process Technology...........................................171PSY Psychology.........................................................176QCT Quality Control Technology ................................178RDG Basic Study Skills...............................................111REL Religion..............................................................179RLS Real Estate ........................................................180RTV Radio and TV Broadcasting ................................180SOC Sociology ...........................................................180SUR Surgical Technology...........................................182SPA Spanish ..............................................................181SPH Speech Communications....................................181SWT Social Work Technology.....................................181THR Theatre ...............................................................182TRT Traffic & Transportation Technology..................183VCM Visual Communications......................................184

Special PopulationsADL Adult Literacy .....................................................186ABR Automotive Body Repair.....................................187AUM Automotive Mechanics.......................................188CAR Carpentry ...........................................................190DDT Design Drafting Technology ...............................192HOC Horticulture ........................................................196MAS Masonry .............................................................197UPH Upholstery..........................................................198WDT Welding Technology ...........................................201

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CREDIT HOUR EQUIVALENCIES – The ratio of weekly contacthours to credit hours varies with the type of instruction beingused. The College will recognize the following methods ortypes of instruction:

THEORY. (T) One hour of theory instruction under the super-vision of an instructor plus an average of two hours of out-of-class study per week. 1:1

EXPERIMENTAL LABORATORY. (E) Two hours of experi-mental laboratory under the supervision of an instructor plusan average of one hour of out-of-class assignments per week.2:1

PED ACTIVITY. (A) Two hours of physical education classactivity/practice under the supervision of an instructor without-of-class assignments per week. 2:1

MANIPULATIVE LABORATORY. (M) – Three hours of prac-tice/manipulative laboratory under the supervision of aninstructor with no out-of-class assignments per week. 3:1

SKILLS LABORATORY/CLINICAL PRACTICE. (S or C) - Threehours of skills laboratory or clinical practice under the super-vision of an instructor. 3:1

Skills Laboratory/Clinical Practice is the term for skillslaboratory (S) and clinical experiences (C) which areunder the direct supervision of faculty. There may beout-of-class assignments per week, but they are notrequired. For example, skills laboratory and clinical expe-riences may have out-of-class assignments whereas acomputer laboratory may not require an out-of-classassignment.

PRECEPTORSHIP. (P3 or P5) - Three or five hours of clinicalexperience per week under the supervision of a health careprofessional who is currently licensed, has expertise in theselected clinical area, and serves as a facilitator of learning.3:1 or 5:1.

Preceptorship is the term used for clinical experienceswhich are supervised by currently licensed health careprofessionals who have expertise in a selected clinicalarea. Preceptors are employees of a clinical agency whoare approved by faculty of the program and the adminis-tration of the clinical agency. Objectives for the precep-torship are specified. A designated faculty member isreadily available (by telecommunication devices, forexample) to the preceptor and student during the pre-ceptorship experiences. Students enrolled in fields ofstudy for which programmatic accreditation and/or

licensing bodies require an 8:1 preceptorship ratio mustcomply with discipline-specific time-to-credit criteria.

As the contact hours for courses using preceptorshipclinical experiences are entered, specify in the columnfor “clinical” the actual number of contact hours perweek followed by a bold (P3) or (P5).

INTERNSHIP (I) - Five hours of experimental internship perweek under the control and supervision of the employer onthe job with coordinated employer/college representativeplanning. 5:1

Internship is the term used to include cooperative educa-tion, practicums, and sponsored work instruction.Internship involves the development of job skills by pro-viding the student with a structured employment situa-tion that is directly related to, and coordinated with, theeducational program. Student activity in “internship” isplanned and coordinated jointly by an institutional repre-sentative and the employer, with the employer havingthe responsibility for control and supervision of the stu-dent on the job. Students enrolled in fields of study forwhich programmatic accreditation and/or licensing bod-ies require a 10:1 internship ratio, must comply withfield-specific time-to-credit criteria.

The number of clock hours of each type of instruction isstated in each course description. Types of instruction maybe mixed within one course. In that event, the number ofcontact hours for each type of instruction is spelled out inthe following order: Theory (T), Experimental Laboratory(E), PED Activity (A), Manipulative Laboratory (M), SkillsLaboratory/Clinical Practice (S or C), Preceptorship (P3 orP5), and Internship (I). On the right side of the column, thenumber of credit hours for the entire course is given.

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AIR CONDITIONING ANDREFRIGERATION (ACR)

ACR 111 REFRIGERATION PRINCIPLES(2T, 4M) 3 creditsThis course emphasizes the fundamental principles for airconditioning and refrigeration. Instruction is providedin the theory and principles of refrigeration heat transfer,refrigeration system components, the mechanical cycleof operation, and refrigeration characteristics. Uponcompletion, students should understand the functionsof major systems components, terminology, heat trans-fer, safety, and the use and care of tools and equipment.

ACR 112 HVACR SERVICE PROCEDURES(1T, 5M) 3 creditsThis course covers system performance checks andrefrigerant cycle diagnosis. Emphasis is placed on the useof refrigerant recovery/recycle units, industry codes,refrigerant coils and correct methods of charging andrecovering refrigerants. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to properly recover/recycle refrigerantsand demonstrate safe, correct service procedures whichcomply with the no-venting laws.

ACR 113 REFRIGERATION PIPING PRACTICES(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to the proper installationprocedures of refrigerant piping and tubing for the heat-ing, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration indus-try. This course includes various methods of workingwith and joining tubing. Upon completion, studentsshould understand related terminology, be able to iden-tify ACR pipe and tubing, and various fittings.

ACR 115 HEATING SYSTEMS I(2T, 4E, 6M) 6 creditsThis course covers the fundamentals of heating systems.Emphasis is placed on components operations, generalservice procedures, and basic installation procedures.Upon completion, students should be able to install andservice gas and electric furnaces.

ACR 121 PRINCIPLES OF ELECTRICITY FOR HVACR(2T, 4M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to provide the student with thebasic knowledge of electrical theory and circuitry as itpertains to air conditioning and refrigeration. This courseemphasizes safety, definitions, symbols, laws, circuits,and electrical test instruments. Upon completion, stu-dents should understand and be able to apply the basicprinciples of HVACR circuits and circuit components.

ACR 122 HVACR ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS(1T, 5M) 3 creditsThis course introduces the student to electrical circuitsand diagrams. Electrical symbols and basic wiring dia-grams are constructed in this course. Upon completion,students should understand standard wiring diagramsand symbols.

ACR 123 HVACR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS(1T, 5M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 121This course introduces students to electrical compo-nents and controls. Emphasis is placed on the opera-tions of motors, relays, contractors, starters, and otherHVAC controls. Upon completion, students should beable to understand motor theory and control functions inHVACR equipment.

ACR 125 ADVANCED HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS(2T, 4E, 6M) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 123This course is an in-depth study of the theory and appli-cation of heat pump systems. Topics include reversecycle refrigeration, four-way valve operation, industrycodes, system components and troubleshooting. Uponcompletion, students should be able to install and serviceheat pumps.

ACR 126 COMMERCIAL HEATING SYSTEMS(1T, 5M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 115This course covers the theory and application of largerheating systems. Emphasis is placed on larger heatingsystems associated with commercial applications such asgas heaters, boilers, unit heaters, and duct heaters. Uponcompletion, students should be able to troubleshoot andperform general maintenance on commercial heatingsystems.

ACR 130 COMPUTER ASSISTED HVAC TROUBLESHOOTING(2E, 3M) 1 creditThis course focuses on troubleshooting procedures.Emphasis is placed on the proper use of test equipmentand machine/electrical malfunctions. Upon completion,students should be able to diagnose and repair serviceproblems in HVAC equipment.

ACR 132 RESIDENTIAL AIR CONDITIONING(1T, 5M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 111This course introduces students to residential air con-ditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the operation,service, and repair of residential air conditioning sys-tems. Upon completion, students should be able to ser-vice and repair residential air conditioning systems.

ACR 133 DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 111This course covers domestic refrigerators and freezers.Emphasis is placed on operation, maintenance, and repairof domestic refrigerators. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to service and repair home refrigeratorsand freezers. (Taught on Demand)

ACR 134 ICE MACHINES (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to commercial icemachines. Emphasis is placed on components, electri-cal and mechanical operation sequences, control adjust-ment procedures, preventive maintenance, repairs, and

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installation procedures. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to install, service and repair commercialice machines. (Taught on Demand)

ACR 139 AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to the fundamentals ofthe automotive air conditioning systems. Emphasis isplaced on service, diagnostics, repair procedures andthe recovery and recycling of refrigerants. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to service and repairautomotive air conditioning systems.

ACR 144 BASIC DRAWING AND BLUEPRINT READING IN HVAC (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers basic drawing and blueprint readingas applied to the HVAC industry. Emphasis is on three-view drawings, basic duct systems, and isometric piping.Upon course completion, students should be able to per-form basic drawings related to HVAC systems and readpertinent blueprints. (Taught on Demand)

ACR 147 REFRIGERATION TRANSITION AND RECOVERY(3T) 3 creditsThis course is EPA-approved and covers material relatingto the requirements necessary for types I, II, III and uni-versal certification. The EPA certification exam is admin-istered at the end of the course. Upon completion,students should be able to pass the EPA refrigerant cer-tification exam. (Taught on Demand)

ACR 192 HVAC APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP(15M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to provide basic hands-on expe-riences in the workplace. The student is provided with atraining plan developed by the employer and instructorworking together to guide the learning experience. Uponcourse completion, students should be able to work inde-pendently and apply related skills and knowledge.(Taught on Demand)

ACR 200 REVIEW FOR CONTRACTORS EXAM(1T, 5M) 3 creditsThis course prepares students to take the State Certifi-cation Examination. Emphasis is placed on all pertinentcodes, piping procedures, duct design, load calculation,psychometrics, installation procedures, and air distribu-tion. Upon completion, students should be prepared totake the contractors exam. (Taught on Demand)

ACR 202 SPECIAL REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 111This course is designed to give students the basic knowl-edge of a variety of commercial refrigeration systems.Topics include expandable refrigeration evaporator sys-tems, combination spray and compressor systems, opencycle ammonia, CO2 pellets, vortex tubes, reach in cool-ers, and soft serve ice cream machines. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to perform generaltroubleshooting and maintenance on various commercialrefrigeration systems.

ACR 203 COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 111This course focuses on commercial refrigeration sys-tems. Emphasis is placed on evaporators, condensers,compressors, expansion devices, special refrigerationcomponents and application of refrigeration systems.Upon completion, students should be able to service andrepair commercial refrigeration systems.

ACR 204 COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONING(1T, 5M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ACR 111This course focuses on commercial air conditioning sys-tems. Topics include maintenance, repair, and trou-bleshooting. Upon course completion, students shouldbe able to service and repair commercial air conditioningsystems.

ACR 205 SYSTEM SIZING AND AIR DISTRIBUTION(1T, 5M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in the load calculation ofa structure and system sizing. Topics of instructioninclude heat loss, heat gain, equipment and air distribu-tion sizing, and factors making acceptable indoor airquality. Upon course completion, students should beable to calculate system requirements.

ACR 206 SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING(2T, 4M) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to various HVAC trou-bleshooting techniques. Emphasis is placed on mechan-ical and electrical problems, heat pump service, airconditioning service, and problem analysis. Upon coursecompletion, students should be able to perform varioustroubleshooting techniques on heating and air condi-tioning systems.

ADVANCED ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING (AEM)

AEM 100 INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING (2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to electronics manufac-turing and covers basic electricity concepts, through-hole and surface mount component identification,electrostatic discharge, materials and processes, includ-ing a basic overview of through-hole and surface mountsoldering, manual cleaning, visual inspection and basicwork techniques. An IPC J-STD-001 Operator Certifi-cation is included as part of this course. Successfulcompletion of the certification testing is not a requirementfor receiving credit for this class.

AEM 105 FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING (2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AEM 100This is a fundamentals of electronics manufacturingcourse that covers printed circuit board (PCB) layoutand design for manufacturability, printed circuit boardmanufacturing, solder paste and other materials, PCBfabrication, solder paste printing, component placement,reflow soldering and wave soldering, automated clean-ing, automated inspection, in-circuit and functional testand conformal coating. An IPC-A-600 and IPC-A-610Worker Proficiency Certification is included as part ofthis course. Successful completion of the certificationtesting is not a requirement for receiving credit for thisclass.

AEM 150 FUNDAMENTALS OF CABLE/HARNESS ASSEMBLY(2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis is a cable/harness assembly course that coversmaterials and wire configurations, tools for wire prepa-ration and assembly, stripping of insulation from con-ductors and cables, and general connection requirementssuch as marking and labeling, terminal assembly, solderconnections, crimp connections, solder splices, shieldterminations, tying and lacing, cable/harness protectivecoverings, hardware installation, solderless wrap, accept-ability requirements, and testing. Industry specifica-tion/standards covered during this course will beIPC/WHMA-A-620 Requirements for Acceptance forCable and Wire Harness Assembles. An IPC WorkerProficiency Certification to IPC/WHMA-A-620 is includ-ed as part of this course. Successful completion of thecertification testing is not a requirement for receivingcredit for this class.

AEM 160 PRINCIPLES OF ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING I(3T, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: AEM 105, MTH 113, ARS 202COREQUISITE: PMC 180, ARS 104This course covers the manufacture and assembly ofelectronic printed circuit boards, from component selec-tion and board layout to soldering and testing. Specialemphasis on high-volume manufacturing techniquesand state-of-the-art processes, such as surface mounttechnology (SMT) will be covered. Laboratory projectsinclude CAD circuit board layout, using automatic place-ment and soldering equipment, investigating thermal

characteristics of circuit boards, process design andevaluation using SPC techniques and rework and repair.

AEM 170 PRINCIPLES OF ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING II(3T, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: AEM 160This is a Principles of Electronics Manufacturing coursethat covers advanced packaging technologies. Topicsinclude BGA, Flip Chip, Multi-chip module, and ChipScale Packaging. Interconnect reliability, handling pro-cedures, process requirements and yields for assem-bly, cleaning, automated inspection and testing will alsobe covered.

AEM 190 OPTOELECTRONICS (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: AEM 191This course covers Optoelectronic packaging technolo-gies including active and passive components and dis-crete fiber cable, their characteristics, and the mannerthat these parts will become an integral part of the func-tioning module, board or sub-assembly. Topics willinclude technology choices, design considerations, mate-rial properties, component mounting and interconnect-ing structures, assembly processes, testing, application,rework and reliability of completed optoelectronic assem-blies. The industry specification/standards that will becovered during this course will be J-STD-040 Opto-electronics Assembly and Packaging Technology.

AEM 191 OPTOELECTRONICS LAB (3M) 1 creditCOREQUISITE: AEM 190This is a companion course to AEM 190. Following allsafety procedures, students will successfully terminatea variety of fiber optic connectors as well as performmechanical and fusion splicing that meets the Electron-ics Technicians Association (ETA) and the Telecommu-nications Industry Association and Electronics IndustryAlliance (TIA.EIA) standards. Additionally, students willbe trained to fully test and troubleshoot fiber optic cablesand fiber optic systems using a Visual Fault Finder (VFF),fiber optic light source and power meter and an OpticalTime Domain Reflectometer (OTDR). Students will testand troubleshoot pre-faulted Local Area Network (LAN)links and properly identify all system faults.

AEM 200 PROJECTS IN ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING (2T, 6M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: AEM 170, AEM 190COREQUISITE: EET 281This is a capstone course in electronics manufacturing.Students will be given a printed circuit board to layoutand assemble using high volume manufacturing tech-niques and state-of-the-art processes. They will devel-op test strategies and implement statistical processcontrol in order to validate process design. At the end ofthe course, each student will present written and oralreports on his or her part of the project. Students willevaluate each step of the manufacturing process.

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AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY (ARS)

ARS 100 PRINT READING, GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING AND TOLERANCING AND PRECISION MEASUREMENT(3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: ARS 102This course is designed to introduce the basic principlesof print reading, interpretation, and design including theEnglish and Metric Systems; precision measuring equip-ment; and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing basedon industry standards. (This course should be takenduring the first or second semester of enrollment in theprogram.)

ARS 101 FUNDAMENTALS OF AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING(3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: ARS 102This course provides an overview of the materials andprocesses used in manufacturing high performance, lightweight, and reliable structures for aerospace products.Emphasis is placed on process evaluation techniquesthat can be extrapolated to other system areas such asnew products and new technology. (This course shouldbe taken during the first or second semester of enrollmentin the program.)

ARS 102 INTRODUCTION TO AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY(1T) 1 creditThe purpose of this program is to provide students witha foundation of knowledge and technically oriented expe-rience in the study of Aerospace Technologies, its effectsupon their lives, and the choosing of an occupation. Thecontent and activities include the study of safety in themanufacturing environment and stresses the under-standing and demonstration of the technological tools,machines, instruments, materials, quality, processes,and systems in business and industry. (This courseshould be taken during the first semester of enrollmentin the program.)

ARS 104 SAFETY IN A MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT(3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: ARS 102This course is an introduction to general issues, con-cepts, procedures, hazards, and safety standards foundin an aerospace industrial environment. This safetycourse is to make technicians aware of safety issuesassociated with their changing work environment andattempt to eliminate industrial accidents. (This courseshould be taken during the first or second semester ofenrollment in the program.)

ARS 126 MACHINING FUNDAMENTALS(1T, 6M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 100, ARS 101, ARS 104This course is an introduction to general machiningissues, concepts, procedures, and safety standards foundin an industrial environment. The technician is intro-duced to basic manual as well as introductory level com-puterized-numeric-control (CNC) programming and CNCmanufacturing skills. Topics include benchwork, speedsand feeds, tooling applications, set-up, machine control

and operations, CNC basic operations and machine capa-bilities, preparatory and miscellaneous (G & M) codes,tool presetting, and basic preventive maintenance.

ARS 127 ADVANCED MACHINING(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 126This is an advanced course covering general machiningissues, concepts, and procedures; basic preventive main-tenance; and safety standards found in an aerospaceindustrial environment. The course is designed to sup-ply the aerospace technician with skills needed to performbasic computerized-numeric-control (CNC) machiningusing intermediate CNC programming skills, bending,and brake forming operations in an aerospace facility.

ARS 128 CNC PROGRAMMING(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 127This course covers intermediate computerized-numer-ic-control (CNC) programming, intermediate computer-aided drafting/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM)programming, and preventive maintenance. Program-ming topics include sketching; solid modeling; 3-axesmilling; CNC lathe programming; tool path and cuttercompensations; and reading, writing, and using G & Mcode programming language (preparatory and miscel-laneous commands) to complete intermediate-levelmachining projects.

ARS 151 WELDING PRINCIPLES, THEORY AND SYMBOLS(1T, 6M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 100, ARS 101, ARS 104This is a theory and skill-based course in basic welding(gas and arc), plasma arc, brazing, soldering, and cuttingprocesses used in maintenance and manufacturing. Othertheory topics include forge, submerged arc, electroslag,stud arc, resistance, ultrasonic, electron beam, and laserbeam welding. Students use welding symbols, jointdesigns, and weld positions to prepare specimens. Thecourse also covers terminology, standards for weldingacceptable and unacceptable welds, safety, and qualifi-cation tests.

ARS 152 ORBITAL TUBE WELDING(2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 100, ARS 101, ARS 104This course is a study in programmable orbital tube weld-ing setup methods, programming methods, and safeoperation of welders and tube preparation machinery.The course covers the application of automated gas tung-sten arc welding (GTAW) on small thin-walled tubing.

ARS 153 GAS TUNGSTEN ARC AND PLASMA ARC WELDING(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 151This course describes processes, methods, and skillsrequired to produce acceptable welds with gas tungstenarc welding (GTAW) and plasma arc welding (PAW)equipment for aerospace hardware; the standard ofacceptability is AWS D17.1:2001 (or latest revision).Topics include equipment, tooling, shielding gases, arccharacteristics, welding techniques, non-consumable

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electrodes, filler metals, base materials, and related safe-ty. Instruction covers manual, semi-automatic, and auto-matic welding procedures.

ARS 176 ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY(2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis mechanics of electrical/electronics assembly coursecovers materials and wire configurations, tools for wirepreparation and assembly, wire stripping, connectionrequirements, terminal assembly, solder connections,crimp connections, solder splices, shield terminations,tying and lacing, hardware installation, inspection, test-ing, safety, and industry specifications/standards. Work-er proficiency certification in IPC/WHMA-A-620,“Requirements for Acceptance for Cable and Wire Har-ness Assemblies,” is covered but certification testing isnot a requirement to receive credit for the class.

ARS 178 AEROSPACE MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 100, ARS 101, ARS 104This course is a study of mechanical assembly process-es applied in aerospace and related manufacturing indus-tries. Topics include drilling techniques, torquingtechniques, fastener installation, related attachments,and safety.

ARS 202 PROCESS CONTROL AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 103 OR MTH 112 OR MTH 118 This course provides the student with a basic under-standing of quality assurance including the history ofthe quality movement in the United States; national andinternational standards for quality management sys-tems; the impact of quality on an organization’s perfor-mance; group problem solving; and statistical methodssuch as statistical process control (SPC); process capa-bility studies; and the concepts associated with leanmanufacturing.

ARS 227 SKIN FORMING AND HEMI MILLING(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 128This course covers advanced skills needed to performcomputerized-numeric-control (CNC) milling and machin-ing processes, hemi milling operations, and bendingand forming functions. The technician is introduced toadvanced CNC programming, CNC operational and man-ufacturing skills, and brake forming operations includingbump forming. Related safety and basic preventivemaintenance techniques are covered.

ARS 228 VERTICAL TURRET LATHES(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 128This advanced course covers an introduction to verticalturret lathe operations; machining issues, concepts, andprocedures; basic preventive maintenance; and safetystandards. Topics include lathe tooling, chucking and fix-turing, computerized-numeric-control (CNC) lathe pro-gramming, turning and threading operations, boring andfacing, and manipulation of Fanuc machine controls.

ARS 229 INSPECTION AND TEST(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 100, ARS 101, ARS 104This course is an advanced class covering inspectionprocesses, concepts, procedures, and safety standardsfound in an aerospace industrial inspection environment.Inspection topics emphasized are vernier and micrometerinstruments, gage blocks, indicators, calibration proce-dures, coordinate measuring machines, theodalite andlaser alignment equipment, ultrasonic testers, destruc-tive and non-destructive test procedures, and failureanalysis procedures.

ARS 251 SPECIALIZED WELDING PROCESSES(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 153This course is an overview of the basics of metals join-ing using processes other than electric arc. Topicsinclude safety; brazing; soldering; diffusion bonding;and welding processes such as resistance, laser, electronbeam, ultrasonic, friction, inertia, explosion, upset, ther-mite, and forge.

ARS 253 WELDING CERTIFICATION PREPARATION(1T, 4E) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: ARS 251This course details the requirements for welder/weld-ing operator certification in the aerospace industry.Training includes gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) andplasma arc welding (PAW) processes and equipmentand related safety. Emphasis is on materials in GroupsI, II, III, and IV as defined in AWS D17.1:2001.

ARS 276 INSTRUMENTATION ATTACHMENTS AND ADHESIVEBONDING PROCEDURES(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 100, ARS 104This course covers the use and installation techniques ofinstruments such as thermocouples, temperature sen-sors, and strain gages on different types of aircraft andstructures. Topics include bonding materials, solder-ing techniques, electrical testing of temperature sensorsand strain gages, mixing and applying adhesives forpressure, the effects of corrosion and weather, fuel tanksealing, adhesive selection, and safety.

ARS 278 COMPOSITE MATERIALS FABRICATION AND ASSEM-BLY(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 178This is a course in composite materials manufacturing.Topics include design and manufacturing techniquessuch as wet layups, prepregs, vacuum bagging, and fil-ament winding. The course also covers the history ofcomposite manufacturing, types of materials used incomposite component fabrication, drilling and repairtechniques, and related safety.

ARS 280 SURFACE PREPARATION AND COATINGS(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 101, ARS 104This course is a study of component surface prepara-tion for various coating and painting applications. Thecontent includes color development, paint booth opera-

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tion (electrical and air system), wet and dry coating thick-ness measurement, manual and automated coating tech-niques, and general and hazardous material handlingsafety.

ARS 284 SPECIALIZED COATING PROCESSES(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ARS 280This course is a study in special coatings for aerospacestructures. Topics include mixing, applying, and curing ofcoating materials, environmental effects on coating mate-rials, and general and hazardous material handling safe-ty. The course also covers equipment used in theseprocesses.

ANTHROPOLOGY (ANT)

ANT 200 INTRODUCTION TO ANTHROPOLOGY(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of physical, social, and culturaldevelopment and behavior of human beings.

ANT 210 PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the human evolution basedupon fossil and archaeological records as well as analy-sis of the variation and distribution of contemporaryhuman populations.

ANT 220 CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is the application of the concept of culture tothe study of both primitive and modern society.

ANT 226 CULTURE AND PERSONALITY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ANT 200This course explores the relationship between person-ality development and culture from a cross cultural per-spective.

ANT 230 INTRODUCTION TO ARCHAEOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to archaeological excava-tion techniques and post-excavation laboratory proce-dures.

ANT 236 FIELD SURVEY IN ARCHAEOLOGY(6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ANT 230This course permits students to apply archaeologicaltechniques to field research projects.

ANT 237 ARCHAEOLOGICAL LAB PROCEDURES (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ANT 230This course specializes in artifact conservation, cata-loging, sorting, storage, and general post-excavation cul-tural material administration. Learning methodology andunderstanding the deterioration-susceptibility of objects.

ANT 246 PRESERVATION LAB PROCEDURES(6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ANT 230This course is primarily intended for students interestedin pursuing museum science and archaeological labo-

ratory procedures. It reviews technical information oncuration, preservation, and conservation of physical andcultural objects.

ANT 260 INDIANS OF NORTH AMERICA(3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys the history, development, and cultureof North American Indian tribes.

ART (ART)

ART 100 ART APPRECIATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to help the student find person-al meaning in works of art and develop a better under-standing of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis is onthe diversity of form and content in original artwork.Upon completion, students should understand the fun-damentals of art, the materials used and have a basicoverview of the history of art.

ART 101 ART WORKSHOP I (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides an art experience for both non-artand art majors who are interested in a variety of art pro-jects concerned with community or college related activ-ities. Emphasis is placed on the organization of ideas inadvancing their creative process. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to present visual evidence of theactivities involved and explain how the experienceadvanced their artistic skills.

ART 102 ART WORKSHOP II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Art Workshop I, Permission of instruc-torThis course provides an art experience for both non-artand art majors who are interested in a variety of art pro-jects concerned with community or college related activ-ities. Emphasis is placed on the organization of ideas inadvancing their creative process. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to present visual evidence of theactivities involved and explain how the experienceadvanced their artistic skills.

ART 109 ART MUSEUM SURVEY(3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the art experience through super-vised visits to museums and art galleries. Emphasis isplaced on learning through critical study. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to write a critical analy-sis of the artwork experienced that demonstrates anunderstanding of aesthetics.

ART 113 DRAWING I (6E) 3 creditsThis course provides the opportunity to develop per-ceptional and technical skills in a variety of media.Emphasis is placed on communication through experi-menting with composition, subject matter and technique.Upon completion, students should demonstrate and applythe fundamentals of art to various creative-drawing pro-jects.

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ART 114 DRAWING II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 113This course advances the student’s drawing skills in var-ious art media. Emphasis is placed on communicationthrough experimentation, composition, technique andpersonal expression. Upon completion, students shoulddemonstrate creative drawing skills, the application of thefundamentals of art, and the communication of person-al thoughts and feelings.

ART 121 TWO-DIMENSIONAL COMPOSITION I(6E) 3 creditsThis course introduces the basic concepts of two-dimen-sional design. Topics include the elements and principlesof design with emphasis on the arrangements and rela-tionships among them. Upon completion, studentsshould demonstrate an effective use of these elementsand principles of design in creating two-dimensionalcompositions.

ART 122 TWO-DIMENSIONAL COMPOSITION II(6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 121This course covers the theory and practice of compos-ing two-dimensional images. Emphasis is placed on therelation between the basic elements and principles ofdesign and their impact on the visual message. Uponcompletion, students should, through personal expres-sion, demonstrate an effective use of these elementsand principles of design in creating two-dimensionalcompositions.

ART 126 COLOR (6E) 3 creditsThis course introduces the student to fundamentals ofcolor and color uses. Topics include various color the-ories, technical skills in mixing color, types of pigmentand the expressive uses of color. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to explain and demonstrate a fun-damental understanding of color as it is used in thedevelopment of assigned color problems.

ART 127 THREE-DIMENSIONAL COMPOSITION (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 113 or ART 121This course introduces art materials and principles ofdesign that acquaint the beginner with the fundamen-tals of three-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on theuse of art fundamentals and the creative exploration ofmaterials in constructing three-dimensional artworks.Upon completion, students should demonstrate basictechnical skills and a personal awareness of the creativepotential inherent in three-dimensional art forms.

ART 133 CERAMICS I (6E) 3 creditsThis course introduces methods of clay forming as ameans of expression. Topics may include hand building,wheel throwing, glazing, construction, design, and thefunctional and aesthetic aspects of pottery. Upon com-pletion, students should demonstrate through their worka knowledge of their methods, as well as an under-standing of the craftsmanship and aesthetics involvedin ceramics.

ART 134 CERAMICS II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 133This course develops the methods of clay forming as ameans of expression. Topics may include hand building,glazing, design, and the functional and aesthetic aspectsof pottery, although emphasis will be placed on the wheelthrowing method. Upon completion, students shoulddemonstrate improved craftsmanship and aesthetic qual-ity in the production of pottery.

ART 173 PHOTOGRAPHY I (6E) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the art of photogra-phy. Emphasis is placed on the technical and aestheticaspects of photography with detailed instruction in dark-room techniques. Upon completion, students shouldunderstand the camera as a creative tool, understandthe films, chemicals and papers, and have a knowledgeof composition and history.

ART 174 PHOTOGRAPHY II (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis is a sequence to Photography I and serves as anintroductory photography course. Emphasis is placed onaesthetic as well as technical aspects of photography.Upon completion, the student will be able to producewell composed photographs.

ART 176 FILMMAKING (6E) 3 creditsThis course provides a knowledge of the basics of film-making. Emphasis is placed on procedure, equipment,editing and sound. Upon completion, students shoulddemonstrate a basic knowledge of filmmaking throughcritical analysis and film projects.

ART 177 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 173 or ART 176 or Permission ofinstructorThis course covers the primary materials and processesof color photography. Emphasis is placed on the correctexposure, processing, creative color usage, and printingof both positive/negative color materials through explo-ration of films, filters, processes, and color tempera-ture. Upon completion, students should be able tocorrectly execute the technical controls of color materi-als and explore the creative possibilities of color pho-tography.

ART 178 AUDIO-VISUAL TECHNIQUES(1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course is an exploration of the area of linkagebetween the visual and auditory senses. Work withsound and recording equipment, projected images andmultimedia hardware and software is included. Stu-dents will produce finished multimedia pieces.

ART 187 PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM, AND MEDIA I(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 173 or PFC 177 or Permission ofinstructorThis course is designed to help the student explore cre-ative approaches to photography, film, and related media.Problems in darkroom techniques, laboratory techniques,and special effects are included. Upon completion, thestudent should be able to apply these techniques to pro-

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fessional quality finished pieces.

ART 188 PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM, AND MEDIA II(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: PFC 187 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to help the student explore cre-ative approaches to photography, film, and related mediain greater depth. Problems in darkroom techniques, lab-oratory techniques, and special effects are included.Upon completion, the student should be able to applythese techniques to professional quality finished pieces.

ART 190 ART: LEGAL AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to acquaint the student withfunding sources, business procedures, and project plan-ning for the visual artist. Topics may include grants,budgeting, legal contracts, and self-promotion. Uponcompletion, students should demonstrate a knowledge ofthe basics of managing an art related business.

ART 203 ART HISTORY I (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the chronological development ofdifferent forms of art, such as sculpture, painting andarchitecture. Emphasis is placed on history from theancient period through the Renaissance. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to communicate a knowl-edge of time period and chronological sequence includinga knowledge of themes, styles, and of the impact of soci-ety on the arts.

ART 204 ART HISTORY II (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the chronological development ofdifferent forms of art, such as sculpture, painting andarchitecture. Emphasis is placed on history from theBaroque to the present. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to communicate a knowledge of time peri-od and chronological sequence including a knowledgeof themes, styles and of the impact of society on thearts.

ART 216 PRINTMAKING I (6E) 3 creditsThis course introduces various printmaking processes.Topics include relief, intaglio, serigraphy, or lithographyand the creative process. Upon completion, studentsshould have a basic understanding of the creative andtechnical problems associated with printmaking.

ART 217 PRINTMAKING II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 216 or Permission of instructorThis course provides the opportunity for the student tostudy a printmaking process beyond the introductorylevel. Emphasis is placed on creativity, composition,and technique in the communication of ideas throughprintmaking. Upon completion, students should demon-strate an understanding of the printmaking process as acreative tool for the expression of ideas.

ART 221 COMPUTER GRAPHICS I (6E) 3 creditsThis course is designed to enhance the student’s abilityto produce computer generated graphics. Emphasis is onthe application of original design to practical problemsusing a variety of hardware and software. Upon com-

pletion, students should have an understanding of pro-fessional computer graphics.

ART 231 WATERCOLOR PAINTING I (6E) 3 creditsThis course introduces materials and techniques appro-priate to painting on paper with water-based medium.Emphasis is placed on developing the technical skillsand the expressive qualities of watercolor painting. Uponcompletion, students should be able to demonstrate abasic proficiency in handling the techniques of water-color and how it can be used for personal expression.

ART 232 WATERCOLOR II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 231This course advances the skills and techniques of paint-ing on paper using water-based medium. Emphasis isplaced on exploring the creative uses of watercolor anddeveloping professional skills. Upon completion, stu-dents should demonstrate and compile a body of originalpaintings that reflects a personal awareness of the media’spotential.

ART 233 PAINTING I (6E) 3 creditsThis course is designed to introduce the student to fun-damental painting processes and materials. Topicsinclude art fundamentals, color theory, and composition.Upon completion, students should be able to demon-strate the fundamentals of art and discuss variousapproaches to the media and the creative processes asso-ciated with painting.

ART 234 PAINTING II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 233This course is designed to develop the student’s knowl-edge of the materials and procedures of painting beyondthe introductory level. Emphasis is placed on the cre-ative and technical problems associated with communi-cating through composition and style. Upon completion,students should be able to demonstrate the application ofthe fundamentals of painting and the creative processto the communication of ideas.

ART 243 SCULPTURE I (6E) 3 creditsThis course provides a study of three-dimensional formby familiarizing students with sculpting media and tech-niques. Topics include the fundamentals of art andsculpting media with emphasis on the creative process.Upon completion, students should understand the fun-damentals of art and three-dimensional form, as well asthe various media and processes associated with sculp-ture.

ART 244 SCULPTURE II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 243This course is designed to sharpen skills in the mediaand processes of sculpture. Emphasis is placed on per-sonal expression through three-dimensional form. Uponcompletion, students should be able to apply the funda-mentals of art, their knowledge of form, and the sculpturalprocesses to communicating ideas.

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ART 253 GRAPHIC DESIGN I (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: VCM 180 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to introduce the study of visualcommunication through design. Emphasis is placed onthe application of design principles to projects involv-ing such skills as illustration, layout, typography, andproduction technology. Upon completion, studentsshould demonstrate a knowledge of the fundamentalsof art and understanding of the relationship betweenmaterials, tools and visual communication.

ART 254 GRAPHIC DESIGN II (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: VCM 180 or ART 253This course further explores the art of visual communi-cation through design. Emphasis is placed on the appli-cation of design principles to projects involving suchskills as illustration, layout, typography, and productiontechnology. Upon completion, students should be ableto apply the knowledge of the fundamentals of art, mate-rial and tools to the communication of ideas.

ART 258 PHOTOGRAPHIC AND MEDIA PROBLEMS(1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course deals with special problems in the student’sarea of interest. Emphasis is placed on design, tech-nique and results. Upon completion, the student will beable to produce professional quality photographs in oneparticular area of photography.

ART 263 MUSEUM PRACTICE I (2-8E) 1-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides an introduction to a variety of muse-um works, with practical training supervised by museumstaff. Topics may include promotion, shipping, label-ing and hanging of a museum exhibit as well as the studyof the work itself. Upon completion, students shouldunderstand the activities surrounding a museum exhib-it and be able to explain how the experience advancedtheir knowledge of communicating through art.

ART 264 MUSEUM PRACTICE II (2-8E) 1-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 263 or Permission of instructorThis course provides further study of museum artworks,with practical training supervised by museum staff. Top-ics may include promotion, shipping, labeling and hang-ing of a museum exhibit as well as the study of the workitself. Upon completion, students should understandthe activities surrounding a museum exhibit and be ableto explain how the experience advanced their knowledgeof communicating through art.

ART 273 STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY I (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course stresses image-making problems requiringstudio or other controlled environment solutions. Lights,props, and related equipment and techniques are uti-lized. The student will produce quality photographsusing studio techniques.

ART 274 STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY II (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PFC 273 or Permission of instructorThis course deals with advanced problems requiringstudio or other controlled environment solutions. Lights,props, and related equipment and techniques are uti-

lized. The student will produce quality photographsusing studio techniques.

ART 291 SUPERVISED STUDY IN STUDIO ART I(2-8E) 1-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to enable the student to contin-ue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics are tobe chosen by the student with the approval of the instruc-tor. Upon completion, the student should have a greaterexpertise in a particular area of art.

ART 292 SUPERVISED STUDY IN STUDIO ART II (2-8E) 1-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 291, Permission of instructorThis course is designed to enable the student to contin-ue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics are cho-sen by the student with the approval of the instructor.Upon completion, the student should have greater exper-tise in a particular area of art.

ART 293 DIRECTED READINGS IN ART I(3T) 3 creditsThis course offers supervised readings in the literature ofvisual art. Emphasis is placed on in-depth analysis of thechosen area of study. Upon completion, students shouldhave an extensive knowledge of an advanced area in artand evidence of their work in the form of research.

ART 294 DIRECTED READINGS IN ART II(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 293This course offers supervised readings in the literature ofvisual art. Emphasis is placed on an in-depth analysis ofthe chosen area of study. Upon completion, studentsshould have an extensive knowledge of an advancedarea in art and evidence of their work in the form ofresearch.

ART 299 ART PORTFOLIO (2-8E) 1-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to help the art major in the prepa-ration and presentation of an art portfolio. Emphasis isplaced on representing the student’s potential as an artistin order to interest employers, clients or schools. Uponcompletion, students should be able to make a profes-sional presentation of their design and communicationskills.

ASTRONOMY (AST)

AST 220 INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY(3T, 2E) 4 creditsThis course covers the history of astronomy and thedevelopment of astronomical thought leading to the birthof modern astronomy and its most recent development.Emphasis is placed on the coverage of astronomicalinstruments and measuring technologies, the solar sys-tem, the Milky Way galaxy, important extra-galacticobjects, and cosmology. Laboratory is required.

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BARBERING (BAR)

BAR 110 ORIENTATION TO BARBERING(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an orientation to professional bar-ber-styling. Topics include professional image, basicfundamentals, and the history of barber-styling. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to identify thecore concepts of the profession.

BAR 111 SCIENCE OF BARBERING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces the student to the basic scienceof barber-styling. Topics include anatomy/physiology,disorders, and treatments of the skin, scalp, and hair,and theory of facial and scalp massage. Upon completion,the student should be familiar with the anatomical struc-tures, as well as disorders and treatments of the skin,scalp, and hair.

BAR 112 BACTERIOLOGY AND SANITATION(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the theory of bacteriology and san-itation. Topics include the types of bacteria and sanita-tion procedures. Upon completion, the student should beable to identify types of bacteria and methods of sanita-tion.

BAR 113 BARBER-STYLING LAB (9M) 3 creditsThis course provides practical application of barber-styling fundamentals. Emphasis is placed on the careof implements, shampooing, and haircutting. Upon com-pletion, the student should be able to care for his/herimplements properly and demonstrate the basic tech-niques of shampooing and haircutting with only mini-mal supervision.

BAR 114 ADVANCED BARBER-STYLING LAB(9M) 3 creditsThis course provides the student with practical experiencein haircutting and facial massage. Emphasis is placedon hands-on experience. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to demonstrate on a model the correctprocedures for a facial massage and basic haircut.

BAR 120 PROPERTIES OF CHEMISTRY (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the student with a basic knowledgeof chemicals used in barber-styling. Topics include thechanges produced in the hair and skin through exposureto chemicals, electricity and special light spectrums.Upon completion, the student should understand theproper use of implements and chemicals to treat hairand skin.

BAR 121 CHEMICAL HAIR PROCESSING(9M) 3 creditsThis course provides the student with knowledge andhands-on experience using chemicals to alter the appear-ance of hair. Emphasis is placed on the use of chemicalsto relax, wave, and soft curl the hair. Upon completion,the student should be competent in the use of chemi-cals to produce desired structure changes to the hair.

BAR 122 HAIR COLORING CHEMISTRY (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the student with a basic knowledgeof hair color alteration. Topics include temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent changes. Upon completion,the student should be able to identify and explain theprocedures for each classification of hair color alteration.

BAR 124 HAIR COLORING METHODOLOGY LAB(9M) 3 creditsThis course provides the student an opportunity for prac-tical application of all classifications of chemical hair col-oring and processing products in a supervisedenvironment. Emphasis is placed on experience in allclassifications of hair coloring and processing proce-dures.

BAR 130 MARKETING AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the student with marketing andmanagement skills that are essential for successful salonmanagement. Topics include first aid, job search, book-keeping, selling techniques, shop floor plans, shop loca-tions, and legal regulations. Upon completion, the studentshould be aware of marketing and business manage-ment requirements for a successful salon.

BAR 131 STRUCTURE AND DISORDERS OF NAILS(1.5T, 4.5M) 3 creditsThis course provides the student with the knowledge ofnail structure and experience in identifying nail disor-ders. Emphasis is placed on identifying disorders and onusing the correct implements and supplies for healthynail care and manicures. Upon completion, the studentshould be capable of providing professional nail care.

BAR 132 HAIR STYLING AND DESIGN (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces the student to the art of hair styleand design. Topics include the selection of styles to cre-ate a mood or complement facial features as well as hairreplacement and hair pieces. Upon completion, the stu-dent should know the principles of style and design.

BAR 133 HAIR STYLING AND MANAGEMENT LAB(9M) 3 creditsThis course includes hair styling and management pro-cedure. Emphasis is placed on styling, management,marketing, and legal regulations. Upon completion, thestudent should be able to integrate a variety of skills andbe ready to begin an internship in a salon setting.

BAR 140 PRACTICUM (10M) 2 creditsThis course provides the student an opportunity to com-bine knowledge and skill covering all aspects of barber-styling in a professional setting or school lab with minimalsupervision. Emphasis is placed on utilization of theknowledge and technical skills covered in the barber-ing/styling curriculum. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to function in a professional setting withvery little assistance.

BAR 141 PRACTICUM (10M) 2 creditsThis course provides the student an additional opportu-nity to combine knowledge and skill covering all aspectsof barber-styling in a professional setting or school lab

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with minimal supervision. Emphasis is placed on uti-lization of the knowledge and technical skills covered inthe barbering-styling curriculum. Upon completion, thestudent should function in a professional setting as aproductive employee or manager.

BIOLOGY (BIO)

BIO 101 INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY I(3T, 2E) 4 creditsIntroduction to Biology I is the first of a two-coursesequence designed for non-science majors. It covershistorical studies illustrating the scientific method, cel-lular structure, bioenergetics, Mendelian and moleculargenetics and a survey of human organ systems. Specialattention is paid to biological information that will alloweach student to live a healthier life and be better pre-pared to understand human activity. Laboratory isrequired.

BIO 102 INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY II (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: BIO 101Introduction to Biology II is the second of a two-coursesequence for non-science majors. It covers the theory ofevolution, evolutionary principles and relationships, envi-ronmental and ecological topics, classification, and asurvey of biodiversity. Each student will be prepared tomake informed decisions on environmental and eco-logical issues. Laboratory is required.

BIO 103 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY I(3T, 2E) 4 creditsThis is an introductory course for both science and non-science majors. It covers physical, chemical, and bio-logical principles common to all organisms. Theseprinciples are explained through a study of cell struc-ture and function, cellular reproduction, basic bio-chemistry, cell energetics, the process of photosynthesis,and Mendelian and molecular genetics. Also included arethe scientific method, basic principles of evolution, andan overview of the diversity of life with emphasis onviruses, prokaryotes, and protists. Laboratory is required.

BIO 104 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY II(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: BIO 103This course is an introduction to basic ecological andevolutionary relationships of plants and animals and asurvey of plant and animal diversity including classifi-cation, morphology, physiology, and reproduction. Lab-oratory is required.

BIO 201 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: BIO 103 or successful completion ofBIO 103 challenge exam.Human Anatomy and Physiology I covers the structureand function of the human body. Included is an orien-tation of the human body; basic principles of chemistry;a study of cells and tissues; metabolism; joints; theintegumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous sys-

tems; and the senses. Dissection, histological studies,gross anatomy, and physiology are featured in the lab-oratory experience. Laboratory is required.

BIO 202 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: BIO 103 and BIO 201 or BIO 103 andpermission of the instructor.Human Anatomy and Physiology II covers the structureand function of the human body. Included is a study ofbasic nutrition; basic principles of water; electrolyte;acid-base balance; and the endocrine, respiratory, diges-tive, excretory, cardiovascular, lymphatic and repro-ductive systems. Dissection, histological studies, grossanatomy, and physiology are featured in the laboratoryexperience. Laboratory is required.

BIO 220 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY(2T, 4E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: BIO 103This course includes historical perspectives, cell struc-ture and function, microbial genetics, infectious dis-eases, immunology, distribution, physiology, culture,identification, classification, and control of microorgan-isms. The laboratory experience includes micro-tech-niques, distribution, culture, identification, and control.Laboratories are required.

BIO 240 FIELD BIOLOGY (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: BIO 103 This course covers basic principles of taxonomy, clas-sification, and selected ecological concepts. Animal andplant diversity is emphasized through collection, identi-fication, and museum preparation of local flora and fauna.Laboratory is required.

BIO 250 DIRECTED STUDIES IN BIOLOGY(2-8E) 1-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed for independent study in specificareas of biology chosen by the student in consultationwith a faculty member and carried out under facultysupervision.

BIO 251 DIRECTED STUDIES INBIOLOGY (2-8E) 1-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: BIO 250 and Permission of instructorThis course is designed for independent study in specificareas of biology chosen by the student in consultation witha faculty member and carried out under faculty supervision.

BIO 286,287 FIELD STUDIES IN PLANT ECOLOGY I and II(1-2T, 2-4E) 2-4 credits eachPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThese courses introduce a strong field component intoour Biology program and expose students to uniqueecosystems like the Great Smoky Mountains NationalPark and the Chihuahuan Desert of Big Bend NationalPark in western Texas. These laboratory intensive cours-es introduce plants in selected communities and empha-size identification, sampling and collecting techniquesin the field.

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BIO 288, 289 FIELD STUDIES IN MARINE BIOLOGY I and II(1-2T, 2-4E) 2-4 credits eachPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThese laboratory intensive courses introduce salt waterand marsh environments with emphasis on vertebrates.Pertinent ecological concepts are introduced using sam-pling, collecting, preserving, and identification techniques.These courses are offered for students to obtain firsthand field experience in marine ecosystems especiallyon the Gulf Coast. In the past students have studiedMarine Biology at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, the Flori-da State University Marine Laboratory, Dog Island Sound,St. George Island, taken sampling excursions in the Gulfof Mexico aboard research vessels, and studied ornithol-ogy and salt water marshes on the Mississippi Soundcoastline.

BASIC SKILLS READING (RDG)

RDG 085 DEVELOPMENTAL READING(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to improve reading and criticalthinking skills. Topics include vocabulary enhancement;extracting implied meaning; analyzing author’s purpose,tone, and style; and drawing conclusions and respondingto written material. Upon completion, students should beable to comprehend and analyze college-level material.

BASIC STUDY SKILLS (BSS)

BSS 100 STUDY SKILLS (1T) 1 creditThis course is intended for those who placed into cred-it-level course work but who are not maintaining satis-factory academic progress toward meeting programgoals. Topics include study skills, note taking, learningstyles and strategies, test taking, goal setting, and self-assessment skills. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to manage their learning experiences to suc-cessfully meet educational goals.

BSS 118 STUDY SKILLS (1T) 1 creditThis course covers skills and strategies designed toimprove study behaviors. Topics include time manage-ment, note taking, test taking, memory techniques, activereading strategies, critical thinking, communication skills,learning styles, and other strategies for effective learning.Upon completion, students should be able to apply appro-priate study strategies and techniques to the develop-ment of an effective study plan.

BUSINESS (BUS)

BUS 100 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS (3T) 3 creditsThis is a survey course designed to acquaint the studentwith American business as a dynamic process in a glob-al setting. Topics include the private enterprise system,forms of business ownership, marketing, factors of pro-duction, personnel, labor, finance, and taxation.

BUS 147 INTRODUCTION TO FINANCE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of monetary and credit systems.Topics include the role of the Federal Reserve System,sources of capital including forms of long-term corporatefinancing, and consumer credit in the financial structureof our economy.

BUS 150 BUSINESS MATH (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of practical business mathematics.Topics include fundamental processes of arithmetic withemphasis on decimals and percentages, markup, dis-counts, bank reconciliation, simple and compound inter-est, discounting notes, depreciation methods, and presentvalue.

BUS 177 SALESMANSHIP (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to the principlesand practices of ethical salesmanship. Topics includeindustrial and retail selling methods of market analysis,professional salesmanship and sales methods, consumertypes, attitudes, and behavior.

BUS 190 MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP (1-3T) 1 - 3 creditsThis course is a part of a series of workshops whereincurrent topics of interest are presented. They are offeredupon demand and can be tailored to the needs of indi-viduals, business and industry.

BUS 190B PROBLEM SOLVING (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to help students improve prob-lem-solving skills. Emphasis is placed on developingthe five-step process for problem solving: Defining the Sit-uation, Stating the Goal, Identifying a Solution, Preparinga Plan, and Taking Action.

BUS 190C TEAMBUILDING (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to help students identify factorsand develop the skills necessary for becoming part of asuccessful team. Emphasis is placed on developing skillsin communication, shared leadership, and conflict reso-lution.

BUS 190D SELF-MANAGEMENT (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to help students build skillsnecessary to take responsibility and adjust to the chang-ing demands of the workplace. Emphasis is placed ondeveloping abilities to adjust to new technologies orprocesses, upgrading skills, career planning, and per-sonal transitions.

BUS 190E EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to help students develop skillsto make them more employable. Emphasis is placed ondeveloping a professional resume and cover letter, orga-nizing a job search campaign, interviewing, resigningfrom a position, and accepting new positions.

BUS 190F ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to help students build person-al skills that allow them to communicate effectively inthe workplace. Emphasis is placed on verbal, nonver-bal, and written communications as they relate to pro-

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fessional work habits.

BUS 190G INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS FOR MANAGEMENT (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to help students achieve bet-ter interpersonal relationships on the job. Emphasis isplaced on the concepts of professional treatment of cus-tomers, managing diversity, commitment to quality,managing office politics, developing positive attitudes,and self-discipline.

BUS 190H TIME/PROJECT MANAGEMENT (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to assist students in develop-ing effective time management skills. Emphasis is placedon learning to set priorities, making decisions, delegat-ing, concentrating on specific tasks, and increasing per-sonal productivity.

BUS 190I DIRECTED READINGS IN MANAGEMENT (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to allow students to researcha current topic of interest. Topics chosen should bene-fit the student’s professional development or allow forgathering beneficial research for the student’s place ofwork.

BUS 190J ETHICS IN THE WORKPLACE (1T) 1 creditThe goal of this course is to allow students to explore thearena of ethics in the workplace. Emphasis is placedon ethics case studies.

BUS 190K STRESS MANAGEMENT (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to help students develop skills inmanaging stress associated with careers in business.Emphasis is placed on developing coping skills such asconflict resolution, delegation, and identifying problemsearly to avoid unnecessary stress.

BUS 190L DEVELOPING A BUSINESS PLAN (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to give students the opportuni-ty to develop a personal business plan. The coursefocuses on the following areas: purpose of a businessplan, mechanics of writing a business plan, componentsof a business plan, and research techniques.

BUS 190M EVALUATING THE ENTREPRENEURIAL PERSONALITY (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to allow students to identify inthemselves and others characteristics that are favorablefor the successful entrepreneur. Self-analysis and astudy of entrepreneurial traits are included.

BUS 190N FINANCING AN ENTREPRENEURIAL ENTERPRISE (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to inform students about theoptions available for financing an entrepreneurial enter-prise. The course allows students to investigate possi-ble sources of financing and to study topics such asbreak-even analysis, fixed and variable costs, and finan-cial statements.

BUS 190P PLANNING FOR SUPERVISING HUMAN RESOURCES (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to offer insight into the employ-ee relation side of conducting business. Emphasis isplaced on identifying employment needs, training, super-vising, and motivating employees.

BUS 190Q PLANNING MARKET STRATEGY (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to allow owners of businesses todevelop a market strategy. Included is a discussion ofmarket analysis, competition, sales and distribution, andpricing strategies.

BUS 190R PROMOTIONAL STRATEGIES (1T) 1 creditThis course allows students to look specifically at twokinds of promotional strategies: Advertising and PublicRelations. Students explore how each of these strategiesstrongly affects the success of a business.

BUS 190S CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR A BUSINESS (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to help students planning tostart their own business to choose a suitable locationand facility. Course content focuses on site location,purchasing or leasing an existing facility, and arranginglayout.

BUS 190T STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL (SPC) - VARIABLE DATA (1T) 1 creditThis course covers descriptive statistics, types of data,and how to calculate, plot, and analyze various variablecharts such as average and range, median and range,and standard deviations. Variable charts are used withmeasurable data.

BUS 190U STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL (SPC) - ATTRIBUTE DATA (1T) 1 creditThis course addresses the development of non-mea-surable data into attribute charts for analysis of a processcapability. Type of charts covered are P, NP, C and U withemphasis given to development of P-type charts.

BUS 190V MANAGEMENT FOR ENTREPRENEURS (1T) 1 creditThis course is an overview of the principles of manage-ment as they relate to small and self-owned businesses.Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, and con-trolling.

BUS 190W CUSTOMER SERVICE STRATEGIES (1T) 1 creditThis course is an overview of the principles of customerservice. Emphasis is placed on determining elementsof customer satisfaction, creating a customer-focusedculture, soliciting and using customer feedback, andbuilding a “relationship” with the customer.

BUS 190X WORKPLACE READINESS (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course is designed to assess students’ workplaceskills and help them identify areas of weakness. Skillsassessment tools such as WorkKeys will be utilized.Other components of workplace readiness will be includ-ed as needed.

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BUS 190Y LEADERSHIP SKILLS (1T) 1 creditThis course is an overview of the characteristics of lead-ership. Emphasis is placed on what effective leaders do,leadership styles, and the differences between leader-ship and management.

BUS 193 BUSINESS CO-OP I (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Successful completion of two (2) busi-ness coursesThis course is part of a series wherein the student worksin a degree/program related job. Emphasis is placed onstudent’s work experience as it integrates academicknowledge with practical application through exposure tobusiness and related practices in the working environ-ment. The grade is based on the employer’s evaluationof each student’s productivity, content of a descriptivereport submitted by the student, and student develop-ment and assessment of a learning contract.

BUS 194 BUSINESS CO-OP II (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: BUS 193This course is a part of a series wherein the studentworks in a degree/program related job. Emphasis isplaced on student’s work experience as it integrates aca-demic knowledge with practical application through expo-sure to business and related practices in the workingenvironment. The grade is based on the employer’s eval-uation of each student’s productivity, content of a descrip-tive report submitted by the student, and studentdevelopment and assessment of a learning contract.

BUS 195 BUSINESS CO-OP III (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: BUS 194This course is a part of a series wherein the studentworks in a degree/program related job. Emphasis isplaced on student’s work experience as it integrates aca-demic knowledge with practical application through expo-sure to business and related practices in the workingenvironment. The grade is based on the employer’s eval-uation of each student’s productivity, content of a descrip-tive report submitted by the student, and studentdevelopment and assessment of a learning contract.

BUS 196 BUSINESS CO-OP IV (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: BUS 195This course is a part of a series wherein the studentworks in a degree/program related job. Emphasis isplaced on student’s work experience as it integrates aca-demic knowledge with practical application through expo-sure to business and related practices in the workingenvironment. The grade is based on the employer’s eval-uation of each student’s productivity, content of a descrip-tive report submitted by the student, and studentdevelopment and assessment of a learning contract.

BUS 197 BUSINESS CO-OP V (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: BUS 196This course is a part of a series wherein the studentworks in a degree/program related job. Emphasis isplaced on student’s work experience as it integrates aca-demic knowledge with practical application through expo-sure to business and related practices in the workingenvironment. The grade is based on the employer’s eval-

uation of each student’s productivity, content of a descrip-tive report submitted by the student, and student devel-opment and assessment of a learning contract.

BUS 215 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ENG 101This course covers written, oral, and nonverbal com-munications. Topics include the application of commu-nication principles to the production of clear, correct,and logically organized faxes, e-mail, memos, letters,resumes, reports and other business communications.

BUS 241 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to provide a basic theory ofaccounting principles and practices used by service andmerchandising enterprises. Emphasis is placed on finan-cial accounting, including the accounting cycle, and finan-cial statement preparation and analysis.

BUS 242 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: BUS 241This course is a continuation of BUS 241. In additionto a study of financial accounting, this course also placesemphasis upon managerial accounting, with coverageof corporations, statement analysis, introductory costaccounting, and use of information for planning, con-trol, and decision making.

BUS 246 ACCOUNTING ON THE MICROCOMPUTER (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: BUS 241This course utilizes the microcomputer in the study offinancial accounting principles and practices. Empha-sis is placed on the use of software programs for finan-cial accounting principles. Upon completion of thiscourse, the student will be able to use software programsfor financial accounting applications.

BUS 248 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: BUS 241This course is designed to familiarize the student withmanagement concepts and techniques of industrialaccounting procedures. Emphasis is placed on costbehavior, contribution approach to decision-making,budgeting, overhead analysis, cost-volume-profit analy-sis, and cost accounting systems.

BUS 253 INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX (3T) 3 creditsThis course is intended to familiarize the student withthe fundamentals of the federal income tax laws with pri-mary emphasis on those affecting the individual. Empha-sis is placed on gross income determination, adjustmentsto income, business expenses, itemized deductions,exemptions, capital gains/losses, depreciation, and taxcredits. Upon completion of this course, the student willbe able to apply the fundamentals of the federal incometax laws affecting the individual.

BUS 261 BUSINESS LAW I (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of legal principlesaffecting businesses. Topics include contracts, agency

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and employment, negotiable instruments, bailments andsale of goods.

BUS 262 BUSINESS LAW II (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a continuation of BUS 261. Topics includelegal principles related to partnerships, corporations,real property and leases, insurance, security devices,bankruptcy, trust and estates; government regulations ofbusiness and labor; civil and criminal liability; and busi-ness security.

BUS 263 THE LEGAL AND SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of the legal and socialenvironment for business operations with emphasis oncontemporary issues and their subsequent impact onbusiness. Topics include the Constitution, the Bill ofRights, the legislative process, civil and criminal law,administrative agencies, trade regulations, consumerprotection, contracts, employment and personal property.

BUS 271 BUSINESS STATISTICS I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 112 or appropriate score on mathplacement testThis is an introductory study of basic statistical con-cepts applied to economic and business problems. Top-ics include the collection, classification, and presentationof data, statistical description and analysis of data, mea-sures of central tendency and dispersion, elementaryprobability, sampling, estimating and introduction tohypothesis testing.

BUS 272 BUSINESS STATISTICS II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: BUS 271This course is a continuation of BUS 271. Topics includesampling theory, statistical inference, regression andcorrelation, chi square, analysis of variance, time seriesindex numbers, and decision theory.

BUS 275 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides a basic study of the principles ofmanagement. Topics include planning, organizing,staffing, directing, and controlling with emphasis onpractical business applications.

BUS 276 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of the responsibilitiesof the supervisor of human resources. Topics include theselection, placement, testing, orientation, training, rating,promotion, and transfer of employees.

BUS 279 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT(3M) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of the creation andoperation of a small business. Topics include buying afranchise, starting a business, identifying capitalresources, understanding markets, managing customercredit, managing accounting systems, budgeting sys-tems, inventory systems, purchasing insurance, and theimportance of appropriate legal counsel.

BUS 280 INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of management in anindustrial setting. Topics include operations analysis,research and development, physical facilities, produc-tion planning, productivity improvement, product flow,quality control, jobs and wages, and employee motiva-tion.

BUS 285 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides a general overview of the field ofmarketing. Topics include marketing strategies, chan-nels of distribution, marketing research, and consumerbehavior.

BUS 291 ALTERNATING BUSINESS CO-OP I(1-3T) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis two-course sequence allows students to alternatesemesters of full-time work in a job closely related tothe student’s academic major with semesters of full-time academic work. Emphasis is placed on a student’swork experience as it integrates academic knowledgewith practical applications in the business environment.The grade is based on the employer’s evaluation of stu-dent productivity, evaluative reports submitted by thestudent, and the development and assessment by thestudent of a learning contract.

BUS 292 ALTERNATING BUSINESS CO-OP II(1-3T) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis two-course sequence allows students to alternatesemesters of full-time work in a job closely related tothe student’s academic major with semesters of full-time academic work. Emphasis is placed on a student’swork experience as it integrates academic knowledgewith practical applications in the business environment.The grade is based on the employer’s evaluation of stu-dent productivity, evaluative reports submitted by thestudent, and the development and assessment by thestudent of a learning contract.

BUS 296 BUSINESS INTERNSHIP I(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Minimum 6 semester hours complet-ed. Minimum GPA 2.0 (C)This two-course sequence allows the student to workpart-time on a job closely related to his or her academ-ic major while attending classes on a full-time basis.Emphasis is placed on a student’s work experience as itintegrates academic knowledge with practical applica-tions in the business environment. The grade is basedon a term paper, job-site visits by the instructor, theemployer’s evaluation of the student, and the develop-ment and assessment by the student of a learning con-tract.

BUS 297 BUSINESS INTERNSHIP II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Minimum 6 semester hours complet-ed. Minimum GPA 2.0 (C)This two-course sequence allows the student to workpart-time on a job closely related to his or her academ-

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ic major while attending classes on a full-time basis.Emphasis is placed on a student’s work experience as itintegrates academic knowledge with practical applica-tions in the business environment. The grade is based ona term paper, job-site visits by the instructor, the employ-er’s evaluation of the student, and the development andassessment by the student of a learning contract.

CHEMISTRY (CHM)

CHM 099 DEVELOPMENTAL CHEMISTRY(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed for students with little or nobackground in chemistry. This preparatory course offersa detailed review of the mathematical base for chem-istry, including formulas and equations, and covers basicchemical calculations of stoichiometry, gas laws andsolutions. Laboratory techniques and safety are alsoincluded.

CHM 104 INTRODUCTION TO INORGANICCHEMISTRY (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 098 Elementary Algebra or equiv-alent math placement score.This is a survey course of general chemistry for studentswho do not intend to major in science or engineeringand may not be substituted for CHM 111. Lecture willemphasize the facts, principles, and theories of generalchemistry including math operations, matter and energy,atomic structure, symbols and formulas, nomenclature,the periodic table, bonding concepts, equations, reac-tions, stoichiometry, gas laws, phases of matter, solu-tions, pH, and equilibrium reactions. Laboratory isrequired.

CHM 105 INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: CHM 104This is a survey course of organic chemistry and bio-chemistry for students who do not intend to major inscience or engineering. Topics will include basic nomen-clature, classification of organic compounds, typicalorganic reactions, reactions involved in life processes,function of biomolecules, and the handling and dispos-al of organic compounds. Laboratory is required.

CHM 111 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY I (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 112, Precalculus Algebra or CHM099This is the first course in a two-semester sequencedesigned for the science or engineering major who isexpected to have a strong background in mathematics.Topics in this course include measurements, nomencla-ture, stoichiometry, atomic structure, equations and reac-tions, basic concepts of thermochemistry, chemical andphysical properties, bonding, molecular structure, gaslaws, kinetic-molecular theory, condensed matter, solu-tions, colloids, and some descriptive chemistry topics.Laboratory is required.

CHM 112 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY II (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: CHM 111This is the second course in a two-semester sequencedesigned primarily for the science and engineering stu-dent who is expected to have a strong background inmathematics. Topics in this course include chemicalkinetics, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, ionic equi-libria of weak electrolytes, solubility product principle,chemical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, oxidation-reduction, nuclear chemistry, an introduction to organicchemistry and biochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, andselected topics in descriptive chemistry including themetals, nonmetals, semi-metals, coordination com-pounds, transition compounds, and post-transition com-pounds. Laboratory is required.

CHM 220 QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: CHM 112This course covers the theories, principles, and prac-tices in standard gravimetric, volumetric, calorimetric,and electrometric analysis with special emphasis on equi-librium in acid-base and oxidation-reduction reactionsand stoichiometry of chemical equations. Laboratory isrequired and will include classical techniques in chemi-cal analysis, modern methods of chemical separation,and basic instrumental techniques.

CHM 221 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: CHM 112This is the first course in a two-semester sequence. Top-ics in this course include nomenclature, structure, phys-ical and chemical properties, synthesis, and typicalreactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, and aromatic compoundswith special emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spec-troscopy, and stereochemistry. Laboratory is requiredand will include the synthesis and confirmation of rep-resentative organic compounds with emphasis on basictechniques.

CHM 222 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: CHM 221This is the second course in a two-semester sequence.Topics in this course include nomenclature, structure,physical and chemical properties, synthesis, and typicalreactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, aromatic, and biologi-cal compounds, polymers and their derivatives, with spe-cial emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy,and stereochemistry. Laboratory is required and willinclude the synthesis and confirmation of representativeorganic compounds with emphasis on basic techniques.

CHM 250 DIRECTED STUDIES INCHEMISTRY (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.This course is designed for independent study in spe-cific areas of chemistry chosen in consultation with afaculty member and carried out under faculty supervi-sion. This course may be repeated three (3) times forcredit.

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT (CHD)

*CHD 100 INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CAREAND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course introduces the childcare profession includingthe six functional areas of the Child Development Associ-ate (CDA) credential. Emphasis is placed on using positiveguidance techniques, setting up a classroom and planninga schedule. Upon completion students should be able tocreate and modify children’s environments to meet indi-vidual needs, use positive guidance to develop positiverelationships with children, and promote children’s self-esteem, self-control and self-motivation.

CHD 201 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a systematic study of child growth anddevelopment from conception through early childhood.Emphasis is placed on principles underlying physical, men-tal, emotional, and social development, and on methods ofchild study, and practical implications. Upon completion,students should be able to use knowledge of how youngchildren differ in their development and approaches tolearning to provide opportunities that support the physical,social, emotional, language, cognitive, and aesthetic devel-opment of children.

*CHD 202 CHILDREN’S CREATIVE EXPERIENCES (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course focuses on fostering creativity in preschoolchildren and developing a creative attitude in teachers.Topics include selecting and developing creative experi-ences in language arts, music, art, science, math and move-ment with observation and participation with young childrenrequired. Upon completion, students should be able toselect and implement creative and age-appropriate expe-riences for young children.

CHD 203 CHILDREN’S LITERATURE AND LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course surveys appropriate literature and languagearts activities designed to enhance young children’s speak-ing, listening, pre-reading, and writing skills. Emphasisis placed on developmental appropriateness as related tolanguage. Upon completion, students should be able to cre-ate, evaluate and demonstrate activities which support a lan-guage-rich environment for young children.

*CHD 204 METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR TEACHING CHILDREN (1-3T, 2-6E) 1-3 creditsThis course introduces basic methods and materials usedin teaching young children. Emphasis is placed on stu-dent’s compiling a professional resource file of activitiesused for teaching math, language arts, and science andsocial studies concepts. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate basic methods of creating learningexperiences using appropriate techniques, materials andrealistic expectations.

CHD 205 PROGRAM PLANNING FOR EDUCATINGYOUNG CHILDREN (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to give students practice in les-

son and unit planning, writing behavioral objectives, andevaluating activities taught to young children. Emphasis isplaced on identifying basic aspects of cognitive develop-ment and how children learn. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to plan and implement developmentallyappropriate curriculum and instructional practices based onknowledge of individual differences and the curriculumgoals and content.

CHD 206 CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND SAFETY(3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces basic health, nutrition and safetymanagement practices for young children. Emphasis isplaced on setting up and maintaining a safe, healthy envi-ronment for young children including specific proceduresfor infants and toddlers and procedures regarding childhoodillnesses and communicable diseases. Upon completion,students should be able to prepare a healthy, safe envi-ronment, plan nutritious meals and snacks, and recom-mend referrals, if necessary.

CHD 208 ADMINISTRATION OF CHILD DEVELOPMENTPROGRAMS (3T) 3 creditsThis course includes appropriate administrative policiesand procedures relevant to preschool programs. Topicsinclude local, state and federal regulations; budget planning;record keeping; personnel policies and parent involve-ment. Upon completion, students should be able to iden-tify elements of a sound business plan, develop familiaritywith basic record-keeping techniques, and identify ele-ments of a developmentally appropriate program.

CHD 209 INFANT AND TODDLER EDUCATION PROGRAMS (2-3T, 0-2E) 3 creditsThis course focuses on child development from infancyto thirty months of age with emphasis on planning pro-grams using developmentally appropriate material. Empha-sis is placed on positive ways to support an infant’s social,emotional, physical and intellectual development. Uponcompletion, students should be able to plan an infant-tod-dler program and environment, that is appropriate andsupportive of the families and the children.

CHD 210 EDUCATING EXCEPTIONALYOUNG CHILDREN (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course explores the many different types of excep-tionalities found in young children. Topics include speech,language, hearing and visual impairments; gifted and tal-ented children; mental retardation; emotional, behavioral,and neurological handicaps. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to identify appropriate strategies for work-ing with young, exceptional children.

CHD 214 FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES (3T) 3 creditsThis course will provide students information about how towork with diverse families and communities. Studentswill be introduced to family and community settings, theirimportant relationship to children, and the pressing needsof today’s society. Students will study techniques fordeveloping these important relationships and effectivecommunication skills.

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CHD 215 SUPERVISED PRACTICAL EXPERIENCES IN EARLYCHILDHOOD EDUCATION (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides a minimum of 90 hours of hands-on, supervised experience in an approved program foryoung children. Emphasis is placed on performance ofdaily duties, which are assessed by the college instructorand the cooperating teacher. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate competency in a childcaresetting.

CHD 220 PARENTING SKILLS (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course will focus on important issues in parentingeducation, beginning with prenatal concerns and continu-ing through childhood years. Particular emphasis will beplaced on appropriate positive discipline methods.

CHD 230 INTRODUCTION TO SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMS (2-3T, 0-2E) 1-3 creditsThis course will introduce and discuss the unique aspectsof quality school-age programs and the roles of the adultstaff. Topics will include a brief view of child development,positive guidance techniques, administrative considera-tions, beginning program planning, and adaptations for avariety of program settings. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to understand the staff’s role, create andmodify unique program settings, use positive guidance,and implement a quality program.

CHD 231 SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMMING(2-3T, 0-2E) 1-3 creditsThis course focuses on the specialized variety of needs fora quality school-age program. Topics will include programplanning, and material considerations for a variety ofquiet/active indoor/outdoor activities, health/safety/nutri-tion needs, parent and community information and involve-ment. Upon completion, the student should be able toselect a variety of age-appropriate activities, implement asafe, healthy, quality program, and effectively communi-cate with parents and the community.

*Courses required in the Child Development Associate (CDA) Certifi-cation for employees currently employed within the industries.

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS)

CIS 130 INTRODUCTION TOINFORMATION SYSTEMS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to computers that reviewscomputer hardware and software concepts such as equip-ment, operations, communications, programming andsocietal issues. Topics include computer hardware, com-munication technologies and program development usingcomputers to execute software packages and/or to writesimple programs. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to describe and use the major components ofselected computer software and hardware.

CIS 146 MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the most common soft-ware applications of microcomputers and includes“hands-on” use of microcomputers and some of themajor commercial software. These software packagesshould include typical features of office suites, such asword processing, spreadsheets, database systems, andother features found in current software packages. Uponcompletion, students will understand common applica-tions and be able to utilize selected features of thesepackages.

CIS 147 ADVANCED MICRO APPLICATIONS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CIS 146, Microcomputer ApplicationsThis course is a continuation of CIS 146 in which stu-dents utilize the advanced features or topics of officesuite software. Advanced features of spreadsheets anddatabase packages are generally incorporated into thecourse and are to be applied to situations found in soci-ety and business. Upon completion, the student shouldbe able to apply the advanced features of selected soft-ware appropriately.

CIS 150 COMPUTER PROGRAM LOGIC (3T) 3 creditsThis course includes logic and design techniques used byprogrammers and analysts in developing programmingcode. The most commonly used techniques of flow-charts, structure charts, and pseudocode will be cov-ered. The student will be able to apply the techniquesto designated situations and problems.

CIS 151 GRAPHICS FOR THE WORLD WIDE WEB (3T) 3 creditsGraphics are as important to the World Wide Web as isthe written word. This course will provide an overview tothe theory, tools, and techniques necessary for creatinghigh-quality graphics using Adobe Photoshop.

CIS 160 MULTIMEDIA FOR THE WORLD WIDE WEB (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers contemporary, interactive multimediatechnology systems, focusing on types, applications,and theories of operation. In addition to the theoreticalunderstanding of the multimedia technologies, studentswill learn how to digitize and manipulate images, voice,and video materials, including authoring a web page uti-lizing multimedia.

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CIS 197T INTRODUCTION TO WEB PAGES (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to basics of navigatingthe World Wide Web and coding simple web pages usingan authoring tool such as Front Page.

CIS 197U MICROSOFT WORD CORE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to prepare students to take theMicrosoft Office Specialist certification exam in MicrosoftWord (core level). Topics emphasized are MicrosoftOffice Specialist exam objectives and test-taking skills.The students will demonstrate mastery of core level wordprocessing skills through hands-on, performance-basedlab exercises. Practice test software will provide imme-diate feedback on areas where additional practice isneeded. Calhoun is an authorized Microsoft testing cen-ter.

CIS 197V MICROSOFT WORD EXPERT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to prepare students to take theMicrosoft Office Specialist certification exam in MicrosoftWord (expert level). Topics emphasized are MicrosoftOffice Specialist exam objectives and test-taking skills.The students will demonstrate mastery of expert levelword processing skills through hands-on, performance-based lab exercises. Practice test software will provideimmediate feedback on areas where additional practiceis needed. Calhoun is an authorized Microsoft testingcenter.

CIS 197W MICROSOFT ACCESS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to prepare students to take theMicrosoft Office Specialist certification exam in MicrosoftAccess. Topics emphasized are Microsoft Office Spe-cialist exam objectives and test-taking skills. The stu-dents will demonstrate mastery of Access database skillsthrough hands-on, performance-based lab exercises.Practice test software will provide immediate feedback onareas where additional practice is needed. Calhoun is anauthorized Microsoft testing center.

CIS 197X MICROSOFT EXCEL CORE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to prepare students to take theMicrosoft Office Specialist certification exam in MicrosoftExcel (core level). Topics emphasized are MicrosoftOffice Specialist exam objectives and test-taking skills.The students will demonstrate mastery of core levelspreadsheet core skills through hands-on, performance-based lab exercises. Practice test software will provideimmediate feedback on areas where additional practiceis needed. Calhoun is an authorized Microsoft testingcenter.

CIS 197Y MICROSOFT EXCEL EXPERT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to prepare students to take theMicrosoft Office Specialist certification exam in MicrosoftExcel (expert level). Topics emphasized are MicrosoftOffice Specialist exam objectives and test-taking skills.The students will demonstrate mastery of expert levelspreadsheet skills through hands-on, performance-basedlab exercises. Practice test software will provide imme-diate feedback on areas where additional practice isneeded. Calhoun is an authorized Microsoft testing cen-ter.

CIS 197Z MICROSOFT POWERPOINT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to prepare students to take theMicrosoft Office Specialist certification exam in MicrosoftPowerPoint. Topics emphasized are Microsoft OfficeSpecialist exam objectives and test-taking skills. The stu-dents will demonstrate mastery of presentation skillsthrough hands-on, performance-based lab exercises.Practice test software will provide immediate feedback onareas where additional practice is needed. Calhoun is anauthorized Microsoft testing center.

CIS 197AA MICROSOFT OUTLOOK (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to prepare students to take theMicrosoft Office Specialist certification exam inMicrosoft Outlook. Topics emphasized are MicrosoftOffice Specialist exam objectives and test-taking skills.The students will demonstrate mastery of Outlook’s inte-grated mail and scheduling skills through hands-on, per-formance-based tab exercises. Practice test softwarewill provide immediate feedback on areas where addi-tional practice is needed. Calhoun is an authorizedMicrosoft testing center.

CIS 197BB MICROSOFT PROJECT (3T) 3 creditsThis course teaches the concepts of and the technicalskills of Microsoft Project. Students will gain hands-onexperience in managing production and other types ofschedules. Topics include resource allocation, budget-ing, adjusting time and scope, tracking costs, report-ing, and balancing resource workloads.

CIS 197CC DREAMWEAVER (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces Macromedia Dreamweaver, aweb authoring tool. Topics include developing and pub-lishing a basic web page, working with text and graphics,building links and tables, collecting data, using layers,adding multimedia elements, and managing library itemsand style sheets.

CIS 197DD FLASH (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces Macromedia Flash, a softwaretool used in designing web pages. Topics include cre-ating animation, drawing, creating special effects, prepar-ing and publishing movies, importing graphics, addingsounds, and using basic ActionScript. Students willbuild and publish web pages.

CIS 197EE FIREWORKS (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces Macromedia Fireworks, a softwaretool that is tightly integrated with Flash and Dreamweaver.Using Fireworks, students will learn to produce webgraphics and to build complex interactivity into webpages. Topics include designing graphics, working withvector objects and bitmaps, using text, managing imagesby using layers, exporting graphics, and designing inter-active web graphics.

CIS 197FF FREEHAND (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces Macromedia Freehand, a soft-ware tool used with other Macromedia Suite products toenhance web page drawings. Topics include creatingimages, using drawing tools, working with colors, apply-ing fills and strokes, and inserting and formatting text.

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CIS 198 WEB PAGE DEVELOPMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to Web page developmenttechniques. Topics in this course include HTML, script-ing languages and commercial software packages usedin the development of Web pages. Upon completion,the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of thetopics through the completion of Web page developmentprojects and appropriate tests.

CIS 212 VISUAL BASIC (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course places emphasis on BASIC programmingusing a graphical user interface. The course will empha-size graphical user interfaces with additional topics insuch areas as advanced file handling techniques, simu-lation, and other selected areas. Upon completion, thestudent will be able to demonstrate knowledge of thetopics through the completion of programming projectsand appropriate tests.

CIS 213 ADVANCED VISUAL BASIC(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CIS 212This course is a continuation of CIS 212, Visual BASIC. Itis designed to enhance student skills in Visual BASIC,with an emphasis on understanding techniques and pro-cedures for developing projects using an object orientedlanguage.

CIS 222 DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (3T) 3 creditsThis course will discuss database system architectures,concentrating on Structured Query Language (SQL). Itwill teach students how to design, normalize and usedatabase using SQL, and to link these to the Web. Stu-dents will design and build a database-enabled Web site.Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrateknowledge of the topics through the completion of pro-jects and appropriate tests.

CIS 223 THREE-DIMENSIONAL COMPUTER MODELING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course is a study in 3D computer modeling and 3Dpainting beginning with primitive shapes and creatingcompelling 3D objects for use in model libraries, games,print material, web sites, visual simulation, and archi-tectural applications. Powerful operations for modelingand 3D painting are incorporated into an interface that issimple and intuitive to use.

CIS 224 THREE-DIMENSIONAL COMPUTER ANIMATION (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course is a study in 3D computer animation. Coursecontents include a review of 3D modeling, rendering the3D animations, composition and special effects for bothvideo and digital editing, video and film recording, sto-ryboarding and sound design, technical testing and pro-duction estimates and scheduling.

CIS 244 CLIENT-SIDE SCRIPTING LANGUAGE (JavaScript) (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CIS 198 or CIS 255This course will introduce students to the working of ascripting language. Students are introduced to suchconcepts as objects, arrays, methods, and functions.Students will use a scripting language to add interactiv-ity to HTML pages. Limitations and functionality of ascripting language will also be discussed. Upon com-pletion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledgeof the topics through projects and appropriate exams.

CIS 251 C++ PROGRAMMING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course is an introduction to the C++ programminglanguage. This course is intended as a first course inproblem-solving and program design. Topics coveredinclude program style, algorithm and data structuring,and modularization. Upon completion, the student will beable to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through thecompletion of programming projects and appropriatetests.

CIS 252 ADVANCED C++ PROGRAMMING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CIS 251This course is an advanced object-oriented program-ming course and covers advanced program developmenttechniques and concepts in the context of an object-ori-ented language. Subject matter includes object-orientedanalysis, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism (oper-ator and function overloading), information hiding,abstract data types, reuse, dynamic memory allocation,and file manipulation. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to develop a hierarchical class structure necessaryto the implementation of an object-oriented softwaresystem.

CIS 255 JAVA PROGRAMMING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CIS 251This course is a first course sequence in program designand implementation in the Java programming language,using hands-on programming assignments, class demon-strations, and lectures. Topics include basic features ofJava program structures, Java’s built-in class libraries,data types, programming control structures, and object-oriented programming concepts.

CIS 261 COBOL PROGRAMMING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course is an introduction to the COBOL programminglanguage. Included are structured programming tech-niques, report preparation, arithmetic operations, con-ditional statements, group totals, and table processing.Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrateknowledge of the topics through the completion of pro-gramming projects and appropriate tests.

CIS 262 ADVANCED COBOL PROGRAMMING(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CIS 261This course consists of development, completion, testing,and execution of complex problem Microsoft in COBOLusing various data file structures. A structured approach

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will be implemented as a methodological system. Uponcompletion, the student will be able to demonstrateknowledge of the topics through the completion of pro-gramming projects and appropriate tests.

CIS 266 COMPUTER SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND PROBLEM DETERMINATION (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course provides the student with hands-on practi-cal experience in the installation of computer software,operating systems, and trouble-shooting.

CIS 267 COMPUTER HARDWARE PROBLEM DETERMINATION (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course provides the student with hands-on practi-cal experience in equipment operations and trouble-shooting. Routine replacement of parts andmicrocomputer configuration is covered.

CIS 278 COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Any advanced programming courseThis course is an introduction to the functions of com-puter operating systems for mainframe and microcom-puters. Topics include operating system componentsand the operation of computer systems. Operating sys-tems covered may include Unix, Linux, or Windows NT.Upon completion, the student will be able to demon-strate knowledge of the topics through the completion ofoperating system projects.

CIS 281 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Any advanced programming courseThis course is a study of contemporary theory and sys-tem analysis and design. Emphasis is placed on inves-tigating, analyzing, designing, implementing, anddocumenting computer systems. Upon completion, thestudent will be able to demonstrate knowledge of thetopics through the completion of programming projectsand appropriate tests.

CIS 282 WEB PAGE SCRIPTING (Perl) (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course introduces Perl, a popular and widely usedcross-platform programming language. Topics includefundamentals of Perl, including data types, control struc-tures, I/O operations, regular expressions, arrays, andfunction. The course also explores the use of Perl indeveloping CGI (Common Gateway Interface) programs.

CIS 288 MICROCOMPUTER NETWORKING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Previous CIS CourseThis course serves as a general introduction for stu-dents to acquire a foundation in current network tech-nologies for local area networks (LANs), wide areanetworks (WANs), and the Internet. It provides an intro-duction to the hardware, software, terminology, com-ponents, design, and connections of a network, as wellas the topologies and protocols for LANs. It covers LAN-user concepts and the basic functions of system admin-istration and operation. The course uses a combination

of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-onlabs.

CIS 293 ADVANCED JAVA PROGRAMMING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CIS 255This is a second course of a sequence in program designand implementation in the Java programming language,using hands-on programming and assignments, classdemonstrations, and lectures. Advanced topics coveredinclude arrays, the file object, exceptions, threads, JDBC,and Sun’s swing GUI components.

CIS 299 DIRECTED STUDIES IN COMPUTERSCIENCE (1-3T) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course allows independent study under the directionof an instructor. Topics to be included in the coursematerial will be approved by the instructor prior to or atthe beginning of the class. Upon completion, the studentwill be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics asspecified by the instructor.

COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR TRAINING (CIT)

CIT 211 TEACHING & CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Licensed managing cosmetologist; 1year experienceThis course focuses on the principles of teaching, teach-ing maturity, personality conduct, and the developmentof a cosmetology curriculum. Emphasis is placed onteacher roles, teaching styles, teacher challenges, aspectsof curriculum development, and designing individualcourses. Upon completion, the student should be ableto describe the role of teacher, identify means of moti-vating students, develop a course outline, and developlesson plans.

CIT 212 TEACHER MENTORSHIP (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Licensed managing cosmetologist; 1year experienceThis course is designed to provide the practice throughworking with a cosmetology instructor in a mentoringrelationship. Emphasis is placed on communication,student assessment, and assisting students in the lab.Upon completion, the student should be able to com-municate with students, develop a course of study, andapply appropriate teaching methods.

CIT 213 LESSON PLAN DEVELOPMENT (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CIT 211, 212, or Permission of instruc-torPREREQUISITE: Licensed managing cosmetologist; 1year experienceThe course introduces students to methods for devel-oping lesson plans. Emphasis is placed on writing les-son plans and on the four-step teaching plan. Uponcompletion, students should be able to write daily lessonplans and demonstrate the four-step teaching method.

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CIT 221 LESSON PLAN IMPLEMENTATION(9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Licensed managing cosmetologist; 1year experienceThis course is designed to provide practice in preparingand using lesson plans. Emphasis is placed on organiz-ing, writing and presenting lesson plans using the four-step teaching method. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to prepare and present a lesson using the four-step teaching method.

CIT 222 INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ANDMETHODS (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CIT 223 or Permission of instructorPREREQUISITE: Licensed managing cosmetologist; 1year experienceThis course focuses on visual and audio aids and mate-rials. Emphasis is placed on the use and characteristicsof instructional aids. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to prepare teaching aids and determinetheir most effective use.

CIT 223 INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ANDMETHODS APPLICATIONS (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CIT 222 or Permission of instructorPREREQUISITE: Licensed managing cosmetologist; 1year experienceThis course is designed to provide practice in preparingand using visual and audio aids and materials. Empha-sis is placed on the preparation and use of different cat-egories of instructional aids. Upon completion, thestudent should be able to prepare and effectively pre-sent different types of aids for use with a four-step lessonplan.

COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC)

CNC 111 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NUMERICALCONTROL (1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 101 and MTT 104This course introduces the concepts and capabilities ofcomputer numerical control machine tools. Topicsinclude setup, operation, and basic applications. Uponcompletion, students should be able to explain operatorsafety, machine protection, data input, program prepa-ration, and program storage.

CNC 112 COMPUTER NUMERIC CONTROL TURNING(6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 214This course introduces the programming, setup andoperation of CNC turning centers. Topics include pro-gramming formats, control functions, program editing,part production, and inspection. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to manufacture simple parts usingCNC turning centers.

CNC 113 COMPUTER NUMERIC CONTROL MILLING(6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 215This course introduces the manual programming, setup,and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics includeprogramming formats, control functions, program edit-

ing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion,students should be able to manufacture simple partsusing CNC machining centers.

CNC 115 BASIC MATH FOR COMPUTERIZED NUMERICAL CONTROL (1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: CNC 111This course introduces the application of basic types anduses of compound angles. Emphasis is placed on prob-lem solving by tilting and rotating adjacent angles toresolve an unknown compound angle. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to set up and develop com-pound angles on parts using problem-solving techniques.

CNC 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMPUTERIZEDNUMERICAL CONTROL (6M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides specialized instruction in variousareas related to CNC. Emphasis is placed on meetingstudents’ needs.

CNC 211 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: CNC 111 and CNC 112 and CNC 113This course provides concentrated study in advancedprogramming techniques for working with modern CNCmachine tools. Topics include custom macros and sub-routines, canned cycles, and automatic machining cyclescurrently employed by the machine tool industry. Uponcompletion, students should be able to program advancedCNC functions while conserving machine memory.

CNC 212 ADVANCED COMPUTER NUMERICALCONTROL TURNING (1T, 3M) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 214This course covers advanced methods in setup and oper-ation of CNC turning centers. Emphasis is placed onprogramming and production of complex parts. Uponcompletion, students should be able to demonstrate skillsin programming, operations, and setup of CNC turningcenters.

CNC 213 ADVANCED COMPUTER NUMERICALCONTROL MILLING (1T, 3M) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 215This course covers advanced methods in setup and oper-ation of CNC machining centers. Emphasis is placed onprogramming and production of complex parts. Uponcompletion, students should be able to demonstrate skillsin programming, operations, and setup of CNC machin-ing centers.

CNC 222 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROLGRAPHICS: TURNING (1T, 4E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 215This course introduces Computer Numerical Controlgraphics programming and concepts for turning centerapplications. Emphasis is placed on the interaction ofmenus to develop a shape file in a graphics CAM sys-tem and to develop tool path geometry and part geome-try. Upon completion, students should be able to developa job plan using CAM software, include machine selection,tool selection, operational sequence, speed, feed andcutting depth.

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CNC 223 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROLGRAPHICS PROGRAMMING: MILLING(1T, 4E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 215This course introduces Computer Numerical Controlgraphics programming and concepts for machining cen-ter applications. Emphasis is placed on developing ashape file in a graphics CAM system and transferringcoded information from CAM graphics to the CNC millingcenter. Upon completion, students should be able todevelop a complete job plan using CAM software to cre-ate a multi-axis CNC program.

CNC 230 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROLSPECIAL PROJECTS (3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to allow students to work in thelab with limited supervision. The student is to enhancehis/her proficiency levels on various CNC machine tools.Upon completion, students are expected to plan, exe-cute, and present results of advanced CNC products.

COSMETOLOGY (COS)

COS 111 COSMETOLOGY SCIENCE AND ART (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 112 or Permission of instructorIn this course, students are provided a study of person-al and professional image, ethical conduct, sanitation,hairstyling, and nail care. Topics include personal andprofessional development, bacteriology, decontamination,infection control, draping, shampooing, conditioning,hair shaping, and hair styling. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to apply safety rules and regulationsand write procedures for skills identified in this course.

COS 112 COSMETOLOGY SCIENCE AND ART LAB(9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 111 or Permission of instructorIn this course, students are provided the practical expe-rience for sanitation, shampooing, hair shaping, hair-styling, and nail care. Emphasis is placed on sterilization,shampooing, hair shaping, hairstyling, manicuring, andpedicuring. Upon completion, the student should beable to perform safety and sanitary precautions, sham-pooing, hair shaping, hairstyling, and nail care proce-dures.

COS 113 CHEMICAL METHODOLOGY(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 114 or COS 115, or Permission ofinstructorThis course focuses on the theory of hair and scalp dis-orders, permanent waving, chemical relaxers, and thecomposition of the hair. Topics include disorders andanalysis of the scalp and hair, permanent waving, chem-ical hair relaxing, and soft curling. Upon completion,the student should be able to write procedures for per-manent waving and chemical relaxing, identify the com-position of the hair, safety and sanitary precautions andsteps for scalp and hair analysis as well as the disor-

ders.

COS 114 CHEMICAL METHODOLOGY LAB (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 113 or Permission of instructorIn this course, students are provided the practical expe-rience of permanent waving, chemical relaxing, and hairanalysis. Topics include permanent waving, chemicalrelaxing, soft curl, and scalp and hair analysis. Uponcompletion, the students should be able to analyze thescalp and hair and perform these chemical services usingsafety and sanitary precautions.

COS 121 COLORIMETRY (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 122 or Permission of instructorIn this course, students learn the techniques of hair col-oring and hair lightening. Emphasis is placed on colorapplication, laws, levels and classifications of color andproblem solving. Upon completion, the student shouldbe able to identify all phases of hair coloring and theeffects of the hair.

COS 122 COLORIMETRY APPLICATIONS (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 121 or Permission of instructorIn this course, students apply hair coloring and hairlightening techniques. Topics include consultation, hairanalysis, skin test and procedures and applications ofall phases of hair coloring and lightening. Upon com-pletion, the student should be able to perform proce-dures for hair coloring and hair lightening.

COS 123 COSMETOLOGY SALON PRACTICES (9M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to allow students to practice allphases of cosmetology in a salon setting. Emphasis isplaced on professionalism, receptionist duties, hair-styling, hair shaping, chemical, and nail and skin ser-vices for clients. Upon completion, the student shouldbe able to demonstrate professionalism and the proce-dures of cosmetology in a salon setting.

COS 124 INTRODUCTION TO SALONMANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsIn this course, students will develop entry-level man-agement skills for the beauty industry. Topics includejob-seeking, leader and entrepreneurship development,business principles, business laws, insurance, market-ing, and technology issues in the workplace. Upon com-pletion, the student should be able to list job-seekingand management skills and the technology that is avail-able for use in the salon.

COS 131 ESTHETICS (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 132 or Permission of instructorThis course is the study of cosmetic products, massage,skin care, and hair removal, as well as identifying thestructure and function of various systems of the body.Topics include massage, skin analysis, skin structure,disease and disorder, light therapy, facials, facial cos-metics, anatomy, and hair removal. Upon completion, thestudent should be able to state procedures for analysis,light therapy, facials, hair removal, and identify the struc-tures, functions and disorders of the skin.

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COS 132 ESTHETICS APPLICATIONS (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 131 or Permission of instructorThis course provides practical applications related to thecare of the skin and related structure. Emphasis is placedon facial treatments, product application, skin analysis,massage techniques, facial make-up, and hair removal.Upon completion, the student should be able to prepareclients, assemble sanitized materials, follow proceduresfor product application, recognize skin disorders, demon-strate facial massage movement, cosmetic application,and hair removal using safety and sanitary precautions.

COS 143 HAIR DESIGNS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course focuses on the theory and practice of hairdesign. Topics include creating styles using basic andadvanced techniques of back combing, up sweeps, andbraiding. Upon completion, the student should be able todemonstrate the techniques and procedures for hairdesigning.

COS 146 HAIR ADDITIONS (2T, 2E, 3M) 4 creditsThis course focuses on the practice of adding artificialhair. Topics include hair extensions, weaving, and braid-ing. Upon completion, the student should be able todemonstrate the techniques and procedures for attach-ing human hair and synthetic hair.

COS 151 NAIL CARE (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 152 or Permission of instructorThis course focuses on all aspects of nail care. Topicsinclude salon conduct, professional ethics, sanitation,nail structure, manicuring, pedicuring, nail disorders,and anatomy and physiology of the arm and hand. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to demonstrateprofessional conduct, recognize nail disorders and dis-eases, and identify the procedures for sanitation and nailcare services.

COS 152 NAIL CARE APPLICATIONS (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 151 or Permission of instructorThis course provides practice in all aspects of nail care.Topics include salon conduct, professional ethics, bac-teriology, sanitation and safety, manicuring and pedi-curing. Upon completion, the student should be able toperform nail care procedures.

COS 153 NAIL ART (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 154 or Permission of instructorThis course focuses on advanced nail techniques. Top-ics include acrylic, gel, fiberglass nails, and nail art. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to identify thedifferent types of sculptured nails and recognize the dif-ferent techniques of nail art.

COS 154 NAIL ART APPLICATIONS (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: COS 153 or Permission of instructorThis course provides practice in advanced nail tech-niques. Topics include acrylic, gel, fiberglass nails, andnail art. Upon completion, the student should be ableto perform the procedures for nail sculpturing and nail art.

The following labs are designed for students in need ofadditional lab hours or services in preparation for licen-sure exams. The labs will be directed by instructorsaccording to the student’s area of specialty and may betaken during the course of the program as needed.

COS 160 IMAGE PROJECTION(9M) 3 creditsThis course includes the study of professionalism, per-sonal development, and ethics related to skin care. Top-ics include practical applications for hygiene, care of thefeet and nails, and human relations. Upon completion, thestudent will be able to project visual poise and demon-strate professionalism needed in customer service.

COS 161 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COSMETOLOGY (1T) 1 creditPREREQUSITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to survey current trends anddeveloping technology for the cosmetology profession.Emphasis is placed on, but is not limited to, dependabil-ity, attitude, professional judgment, emerging trends,new styling techniques, and practical cosmetology skills.Upon completion, students should have developed newskills in areas of specialization for the cosmetology pro-fession.

COS 162 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COSMETOLOGY(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to survey current trends anddeveloping technology for the cosmetology profession.Emphasis is placed on, but is not limited to, dependabil-ity, attitude, professional judgment, emerging trends,new styling techniques, and practical cosmetology skills.Upon completion, students should have developed newskills in areas of specialization for the cosmetology pro-fession.

COS 163 FACIAL TREATMENTS (3T) 3 creditsThis course includes all phases of facial treatments inthe study of skin care. Topics include treatments foroily, dry, and special skin applications. Upon comple-tion, students will be able to apply facial treatmentsaccording to skin type.

COS 164 FACIAL MACHINE (9M) 3 creditsThis is a course designed to provide practical experienceusing the vapor and facial machine with hydraulic chair.

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Topics include the uses of electricity and safety prac-tices, machines and apparatus, use of the magnifyinglamp, and light therapy. Upon completion, the studentwill be able to demonstrate an understanding of electri-cal safety and skills in the use of facial machines.

COS 165 RELATED SUBJECTS-ESTHETICIANS (9M) 3 creditsThis course includes subjects related to the methodsfor removing unwanted hair. This course includes suchtopics as electrolysis information and definitions, safe-ty methods of permanent hair removal, the practice ofremoval of superfluous hair, and the use of depilatories.Upon completion of this course, students will be ableto apply depilatories and practice all safety precautions.

COS 166 COLOR PSYCHOLOGY –COORDINATION (9M) 3 creditsThis skin care course is designed for the make-up artistryrequirements to be a professional make-up artist. Top-ics in this course include art make-up techniques for allskin types, sanitation of application tools and color tonal-ity as it relates to make-up. Upon completion of thiscourse, students will be able to apply make-up after deter-mining correct skin tones, skin types and facial shapes,and design personalized make-up techniques for clients.

COS 168 BACTERIOLOGY AND SANITATION (3T) 3 creditsIn this skin care course, emphasis is placed on the decon-tamination, infection control and safety practiced in theesthetics facility. Topics covered include demonstra-tion of sanitation, sterilization methods and bacterialprevention. Upon completion, the student will be able toproperly sanitize facial implements and identify non-reusable items.

COS 169 SKIN FUNCTIONS (9M) 3 creditsThis course introduces skin functions and disorders.Topics include practical application for skin disordertreatments, dermabrasion, and skin refining. Upon com-pletion of this course, students will be able to demon-strate procedures for acne, facials, and masks for deeperlayers and wrinkles.

COS 190 INTERNSHIP IN COSMETOLOGY (5-15M) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide exposure to cosme-tology practices in non-employment situations. Empha-sis is on dependability, attitude, professional judgment,and practical cosmetology skills. Upon completion, thestudent should have gained skills necessary for entry-level employment.

COS 191 CO-OP (5-15M) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’sprogram of study. Emphasis is placed on integratingclassroom learning with related work experience. Uponcompletion, students should be able to evaluate careerselection, demonstrate employability skills, and satis-factorily perform work-related competencies.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CRJ)

CRJ 100 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINALJUSTICE (3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys the entire criminal justice processfrom law enforcement to the administration of justicethrough corrections. It discusses the history and phi-losophy of the system and introduces various careeropportunities.

CRJ 110 INTRODUCTION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course examines the history and philosophy of lawenforcement, as well as the organization and jurisdic-tion of local, state, and federal agencies. It includes theduties and functions of law enforcement officers.

CRJ 130 INTRODUCTION TO LAW AND JUDICIAL PROCESS(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to the basic ele-ments of substantive and procedural law and the stagesin the judicial process. It includes an overview of stateand federal court structure.

CRJ 140 CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE (3T) 3 creditsThis course examines both substantive and procedurallaw. The legal elements of various crimes are discussed,with attention to the Alabama Code. Areas of criminalprocedure essential to the criminal justice professionalare covered.

CRJ 146 CRIMINAL EVIDENCE (3T) 3 creditsThis course considers the origins of the law of evidenceand current rules of evidence. Types of evidence, theirdefinitions and uses are covered, as well as the func-tions of the court regarding evidence.

CRJ 150 INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to the philosophi-cal and historical foundations of corrections in America.Incarceration and some of its alternatives are considered.

CRJ 157 COMMUNITY BASED CORRECTIONS(3T) 3 creditsThis course examines various forms of community cor-rections and alternative sentences. Probation, parole,halfway houses, work release, community service, elec-tronic monitoring and camps are among the programsconsidered.

CRJ 160 INTRODUCTION TO SECURITY (3T) 3 creditsThis course looks at the operation, organization andproblems in providing safety and security to businessenterprises. Private, retail and industrial security arecovered.

CRJ 161 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL SECURITY(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of the protection ofpeople, property, and facilities through the use of secu-rity forces, systems, and procedures.

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CRJ 162 SECURITY RISK MANAGEMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course deals with the identification of assets, threats,and vulnerabilities, and the development of counter-measures.

CRJ 163 SECURITY MANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces the student to sound securitymanagement theories, principles, budgeting, communi-cations, and education.

CRJ 164 INTERNATIONAL SECURITY(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an understanding of the securityimplications of international programs, commercial sales,the interrelationship of the information disclosure andtechnology transfer, the International Traffic in ArmsRegulations, and the Export Administration Regulations.

CRJ 166 PRIVATE AND RETAIL SECURITY(3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys the legal foundations, regulations,training, and other issues in private security. Typicaloffenses, laws, and law enforcement strategies commonin the field are covered. Methods of loss prevention areexamined.

CRJ 208 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY(3T) 3 creditsThis course delves into the nature and extent of crimein the United States as well as criminal delinquent behav-ior and theories of causation. The study includes crim-inal personalities, principles of prevention, control andtreatment.

CRJ 209 JUVENILE DELINQUENCY(3T) 3 creditsThis course examines the causes of delinquency. It alsoreviews programs of prevention and control of juveniledelinquency as well as the role of the courts.

CRJ 216 POLICE ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course examines the principles of organization andadministration of law enforcement agencies. Theoriesof management, budgeting, and various personnel issuesare covered.

CRJ 220 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course explores the theory and scope of criminalinvestigation. The duties and responsibilities of the inves-tigator are included. The techniques and strategies usedin investigation are emphasized.

CRJ 230 CRIMINALISTICS (3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys the different techniques of scientif-ic investigation. Emphasis is given to ballistics, pho-tography, fingerprints, DNA, trace evidence, body fluids,casts and the like.

CRJ 256 CORRECTIONAL REHABILITATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys the different methods used in therehabilitation of public offenders. Topics include indi-vidual and group counseling, education, recreation, reli-gion, drug treatment, and vocational programs.

CRJ 280 INTERNSHIP IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (1-3T) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course involves practical experience with a crimi-nal justice agency under faculty supervision. Permis-sion of the instructor is required. This course may berepeated with the approval of the department head.

CRJ 290 SELECTED TOPICS - SEMINAR INCRIMINAL JUSTICE (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course involves reading, research, writing, and dis-cussion of selected subjects relating to criminal justice.Various contemporary problems in criminal justice areanalyzed. This course may be repeated with approval ofthe department head.

DENTAL ASSISTING (DNT)

DNT 100 INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL ASSISTING(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 101, DNT 102, DNT 103, DNT 104,PSY 200This course is designed to provide an introduction todentistry and the history of dentistry, dental equipment,dental auxiliaries, psychology application to dentistry,personal and certification requirements, legal and ethicalconsiderations, and work ethics and communicationskills. Emphasis is placed on the Alabama Dental Prac-tice Act and OSHA Standards. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to discuss basic aspects of dentistry.

DNT 101 PRE-CLINICAL PROCEDURES I (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITES: DNT 100, DNT 102, DNT 103, DNT 104,PSY 200This course is designed to introduce chairside assistingincluding concepts of four-handed dentistry, steriliza-tion techniques, dental instruments, anesthesia, andoperative dentistry. Emphasis will be placed on prepa-ration of the student for clinical dental assisting. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to perform den-tal assisting skills in a clinical setting.

DNT 102 DENTAL MATERIALS (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITES: DNT 100, DNT 101, DNT 103, DNT 104,PSY 200This course is designed to study the characteristics,manipulation, and application of dental materials ordi-narily used in the dental office. Students will be givenintra and extra-oral technical tasks to perform. Upon

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completion, students should be able to take and pouralginate impressions, trim study models, construct cus-tom trays and temporary crowns, prepare and placerestorative material, and manipulate cements and impres-sion materials.

DNT 103 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGYFOR DENTAL ASSISTING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 100, DNT 101, DNT 102, DNT 104,PSY 200This course is designed to study dental anatomy andthe structure of the head and neck with a basic under-standing of body structure and function. Emphasis willbe placed on tooth and root morphology, and embry-ological and histological correlations will provide a foun-dation essential to an understanding of dental health.Upon completion, students should be able to discussand identify the basic structure and function of the humanbody specifically the head, neck, and dentition.

DNT 104 BASIC SCIENCES FORDENTAL ASSISTING (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 100, DNT 101, DNT 102, DNT 103,PSY 200This course is designed to study basic microbiology,pathology, pharmacology, and medical emergencies.Emphasis is placed on the correlation of these sciencesto the practice of dentistry. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to apply basic science to the dental field.

DNT 111 CLINICAL PRACTICE I(1T, 12C) 5 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram or Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 112, DNT 113, DNT 116, DNT 124,MTH 100 or 112 or 116, SPH 107This course is designed to allow the student the oppor-tunity for clinical observation and practical work experi-ence in clinical settings under the supervision of alicensed dentist. Emphasis will be placed on the basicskills of chairside assisting. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate basic skills in the area ofchairside assisting.

DNT 112 DENTAL RADIOLOGY (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram or Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 111, DNT 113, DNT 116, DNT 124,MTH 100 or 112 or 116, SPH 107This course is designed to cover the essential knowledgeof radiographic technique for the practice of dentistry.Students will be taught to produce diagnostically accept-able intra and extra-oral radiographs with emphasis beingplaced on x-ray properties, generation of x-rays, film pro-cessing, infection control, quality assurance, intraoralradiographic technique and image characteristics. Uponcompletion, students should be able to expose, process,and mount radiographs for diagnostic purposes underthe direct supervision of a licensed dentist.

DNT 113 DENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 111, DNT 112, DNT 116, DNT 124,MTH 100 or MTH 112 or MTH 116, SPH 107This course is designed to introduce the student to thebasic principles of nutrition, preventive dentistry, anddental health education. Emphasis will be placed onphilosophy of preventive dentistry including: oral hygiene,patient motivation and management, and methods oforal health education. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to apply the basic principles of nutrition and pre-ventive dentistry.

DNT 116 PRECLINICAL PROCEDURES II(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: DNT 101 Pre-Clinical Procedures I andPermission of the instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 111, DNT 112, DNT 113, DNT 124,SPH 107 and MTH 100 or MTH 112 or MTH 116This course is a continuation of Pre-Clinical ProceduresI. Emphasis is placed on dental specialties. Upon com-pletion, the student should be able to discuss and iden-tify dental specialty procedures and instrumentation.

DNT 121 DENTAL OFFICE PROCEDURES(4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 122, DNT 123, ENG 101This course is designed to address basic dental officeprocedures including appointment and recall systems,financial records, accounting procedures, insuranceclaims, filing systems, purchasing and inventory of sup-plies and equipment, and the utilization of computersto perform business office procedures. Emphasis isplaced on the duties of a dental receptionist. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to demonstrate effi-ciently in practice management.

DNT 122 CLINICAL PRACTICE II(12C) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 121, DNT 123, ENG 101This course is designed to provide the student the oppor-tunity to develop advanced dental assisting skills in chair-side dental assisting procedures, radiology, receptionistduties, team work, and communication skills. Emphasiswill be placed on clinical procedures. Upon completion,students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in thearea of chairside assisting.

DNT 123 DENTAL ASSISTING SEMINAR(4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to Dental Assisting Pro-gram and Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 121 and DNT 122, ENG 101This course is designed to discuss and evaluate the stu-dents’ clinical experiences and the resume and inter-view process. Emphasis will be placed on newtechnology in dental practices as related to dental assist-

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ing and the certification exam review. Upon completion,students should be able to successfully complete theDental Assisting National Board Examination to becomea Certified Dental Assistant.

DNT 124 CLINICALLY APPLIED INFECTION CONTROLAND OSHA STANDARDS (3C) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: DNT 111 or Permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: DNT 111, DNT 112, DNT 113, DNT 116,SPH 107, MTH 100 or 112 or 116This course is designed for the integration of previouslyacquired knowledge of OSHA Standards and InfectionControl in a clinical setting. Emphasis will be placed onclinical application of Infection Control and Complianceof OSHA Standards as it relates to dental chairside assist-ing. Upon completion, students should be able to demon-strate skills in the area of Infection Control and OSHAGuidelines.

DNT 134 CLINICAL/CO-OP (5 I) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: DNT 122 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to enable the student who hascompleted the Certificate Program to gain hands-on expe-rience at a work-site or by performing job-related activ-ities. Emphasis will be placed on chairside assistingskills. Successful completion of student cognitive, psy-chomotor or affective domain competencies are requiredin this course.

DNT 135 CLINICAL/CO-OP (10 I) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: DNT 122 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to enable the student who hascompleted the Certificate Program to gain hands-on expe-rience at a work-site or by performing job-related activ-ities. Successful completion of student cognitive,psychomotor or affective domain competencies arerequired in this course.



DNT 139 DIRECTED STUDIES IN DENTAL ASSISTING (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to study specific areas of dentistryas chosen by the student and faculty member. Empha-sis will be placed on the research and critique of a specificdental topic. Upon completion, students should be able

to deliver a written and oral presentation on the chosentopic.

DNT 140 DIRECTED STUDIES IN DENTALASSISTING (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to study specific areas of dentistryas chosen by the student and faculty member. Emphasis willbe placed on the research and critique of a specific dentaltopic. Upon completion, students should be able to delivera written and oral presentation on the chosen topic.

DNT 141 DIRECTED STUDIES IN DENTALASSISTING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to study specific areas of dentistryas chosen by the student and faculty member. Emphasis willbe placed on the research and critique of a specific dentaltopic. Upon completion, students should be able to delivera written and oral presentation on the chosen topic.

DNT 296 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DENTISTRY(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to address special topics in dentistryaccording to the criteria approved for continuing educa-tion by the code of Alabama. Emphasis is placed on chair-side dental assisting, Infection Control/OSHA, treatmentof special needs/medically compromised patients, oralpathology basic sciences, dental materials, medical emer-gencies, and ethics and jurisprudence. Upon completion,the student should be able to discuss the special topicaddressed in the symposium as it relates to dentistry.

DNT 297 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DENTISTRY(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to address special topics in den-tistry according to the criteria approved for continuingeducation by the code of Alabama. Emphasis is placed onchairside dental assisting, Infection Control/OSHA, treat-ment of special needs/medically compromised patients,oral pathology basic sciences, dental materials, medicalemergencies, and ethics and jurisprudence. Upon com-pletion, the student should be able to discuss the specialtopic addressed in the symposium as it relates to den-tistry.

DNT 298 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DENTISTRY(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to address special topics in den-tistry according to the criteria approved for continuingeducation by the code of Alabama. Emphasis is placed onchairside dental assisting, Infection Control/OSHA, treat-ment of special needs/medically compromised patients,oral pathology basic sciences, dental materials, medicalemergencies, and ethics and jurisprudence. Upon com-pletion, the student should be able to discuss the specialtopic addressed in the symposium as it relates to den-tistry.

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DESIGN DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY (DDT)

DDT 103 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING(2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to basic Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CAD) functions and tech-niques using “hands-on” applications. Topics includeterminology, hardware, basic DOS and Windows func-tions, file manipulation, and basic CAD software appli-cations in producing softcopy and hardcopy. Uponcompletion, students should be able to identify and selectCAD hardware, employ basic DOS and Windows func-tions, handle basic text and drawing files, and produceacceptable hardcopy on a CAD system.

DDT 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAFTINGAND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 103This course serves as an introduction to the field of draft-ing and design and provides a foundation for the entirecurriculum. Topics include safety, lettering, tools andequipment, geometric constructions, and orthographicsketching. Upon completion, students should developand use safe work habits, identify and properly use com-mon drafting tools and equipment, construct geomet-ric figures, and sketch basic orthographic views ofobjects.

DDT 112 INTRODUCTORY TECHNICAL DRAWING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 103, DDT 114This course covers drawing reproduction and ortho-graphic projection and sectioning. Emphasis will beplaced on the theory as well as the mechanics of ortho-graphic projection and shape description, the relationshipof orthographic planes and views, the views and theirspace dimensions, the application of the various types ofsections, and drawing reproduction. Upon completion,students should have an understanding of orthograph-ic projection and be able to identify orthographic planes,produce orthographic views of objects, and apply thevarious sectioning techniques and methods and repro-duce drawings.

DDT 114 INDUSTRIAL BLUEPRINT READING(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides students with basic blueprint read-ing for various industrial applications. Topics includeorthographic projection, dimensions and tolerances,symbols, industrial application, scales and notes. Thiscourse may be tailored to meet a specific industry need.

DDT 116 BLUEPRINT READING FOR CONSTRUCTION (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the students with terms and defi-nitions, theory of orthographic projection, and otherinformation required to interpret drawings used in theconstruction trades. Topics include multiview projec-tion, dimensions and notes, lines and symbols, sketch-ing, foundation plans, site plans, elevations, sections,details, schedules, electrical plans and specifications.

Upon completion, students should be able to interpretblueprint drawings used in the construction trades.

DDT 119 ADVANCED ELECTRONIC DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 123 This course introduces drafting and design techniquesdealing with production of electronic equipment for con-sumer, commercial, and military applications. Empha-sis is placed on schematic drawings, connection or wiringdiagrams, industrial electronic diagrams, ladder schemat-ics, flow block diagrams, and documentation types andtechniques related to the power delivery industry. Uponcompletion, students should be able to prepare docu-mentation specified by ANSI standards and be familiarwith the techniques of composition and the unique sym-bols and practices of industry.

DDT 121 INTERMEDIATE TECHNICAL DRAWING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 112 and DDT 103 This course is designed to develop a strong foundationin common drafting and design practices and proce-dures. Topics include auxiliary views, basic space geom-etry, pictorial drawings, and basic charts and graphs.Upon completion, students should be able to projectand develop auxiliary views, locate and specify points,lines, and planes in space, develop axonometric, oblique,and perspective drawings and draw basic charts andgraphs.

DDT 122 ADVANCED TECHNICAL DRAWING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 112 AND DDT 103 This course covers the methods of providing size descrip-tion and manufacturing information for production draw-ings. Emphasis will be placed on accepted dimensioningand tolerancing practices including Geometric Dimen-sioning and Tolerancing for both the Customary Eng-lish System and the ISO System. Upon completion,students should be able to apply dimensions, tolerances,and notes to drawings to acceptable standards, includ-ing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and pro-duce drawings using and specifying common threadsand various fasteners, including welding methods.

DDT 123 INTERMEDIATE CAD (2T, 2E, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 103 This course covers intermediate-level concepts and appli-cations of CAD design and drafting. Emphasis will beplaced on intermediate-level features, commands, andapplications of CAD software. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to develop and use external refer-ences and paper space, apply higher-level block creationtechniques and usage, including attributes, and applybasic-level customization techniques to CAD software.

DDT 131 MACHINE DRAFTING BASICS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 122 and DDT 123 This course in machine drafting and design providesinstruction in the largest specialty area of drafting in the

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United States in terms of scope and job opportunities.Emphasis will be placed on the applications of multi-view drawings, including drawing organization and con-tent, title blocks and parts lists, assembly drawings, detaildrawings, dimensioning and application of engineeringcontrols in producing industrial-type working drawings.Upon completion, students should be able to organize,layout, and produce industrial-type working drawings,including the application of title blocks, parts lists, assem-blies, details, dimensions, and engineering controls.

DDT 150 THEORY OF RESIDENTIAL DRAWINGAND DESIGN (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the theory of residential drawingand design. Topics include architectural styles, housedesign, site and space planning, climate, drawing require-ments, construction materials and process, terminology,and specific types of drawings required to complete afull set of construction documents. Introductory, inter-mediate, and advanced topics are covered. Emphasis isplaced on an understanding of the various requirementsessential to the field of residential drawing and design.

DDT 155 DRAWING FOR RESIDENTIALCONSTRUCTION (4M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 123This course is a direct applications lab to the topics cov-ered within DDT 150. Emphasis is placed upon the pro-duction of quality construction documents.

DDT 213 CIVIL DRAFTING, PLAT MAPS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 123 This course introduces the drafting practices, symbols,conventions, and standards utilized in civil engineeringcontract documents. Topics include site planning, landsurveying, topographic surveys, along with civil termi-nology. Upon completion, students should be able todraw accurate plat maps giving legal descriptions of landparcels, draw simple site plans, and identify and useproper symbols and conventions on civil engineeringdrawings.

DDT 225 STRUCTURAL STEEL DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 122 AND DDT 123 This course covers the theory and practical applicationsnecessary to understand the basic design and terminol-ogy of structural steel components used in light com-mercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on structural steeldrafting techniques, bolted and welded connections,framing plans, sections, fabrication and connectiondetails, and bills of material. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to produce engineering and shop drawingsincorporating standard shapes, sizes, and details using theA.I.S.C. Manual and incorporating safety practices.

DDT 233 SOLIDS MODELING (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 103 This course provides instruction in 3D capabilities ofCAD software. Emphasis is placed on 3D wire-frame,surface and solids modeling along with the developmentof 2D detail drawings from 3D models. Upon completion,

students should be able to generate 3D surface and solidmodels and 2D orthographic production drawings fromcreated solid models.

DDT 237 CURRENT TOPICS IN CAD(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 123 This course serves to introduce changing technologyand current CAD subjects and software and the com-puting hardware needed to utilize new products. Topicsinclude current trends in how industries use CAD appli-cations, new developments, improvements and pro-gressions within specific CAD applications as well as thenecessary hardware. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to use more updated software in a specific CADapplication and be more aware of improvements in CADsoftware and how to apply advancing technology inimproving their CAD proficiency. (Taught on Demand)

ECONOMICS (ECO)

ECO 130 CONSUMER ECONOMICS (3T) 3 creditsThis course explores the application of general economicprinciples and practices concerning personal consum-ing, saving, and investing. It also stresses the relation-ship of sound personal financial management withsuccessful career goals. Topics covered will include:consumerism, income and family financial planning,insurance, and investments.

ECO 231 PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS(3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to macroeconomic theory,analysis, and policy applications. Topics include the fol-lowing: scarcity, demand and supply, national incomeanalysis, major economic theories concerning monetaryand fiscal policies as stabilization measures, the bankingsystem, and other economic issues or problems includ-ing international trade.

ECO 232 PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ECO 231This course is an introduction of the microeconomic the-ory, analysis, and applications. Topics include scarcity,the theories of consumer behavior, production and cost,markets, output and resource pricing, and internationalaspects of microeconomics.

EDUCATION

EDU 100 EXPLORING TEACHING AS APROFESSION (1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course provides students with an opportunity toexplore teaching as a career. The role of the teacher,the benefits of teaching, and the steps to becoming ateacher are some of the topics that will be explored. Stu-dents will be exposed to examples of good teaching andself-assess their personal and professional qualities.

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ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (EET)

EET 101 DC THEORY (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MTH 112An introduction to DC Circuit analysis. Topics includevoltage, current and power in series, parallel, series-parallel and bridge circuits, node and mesh circuits,superposition and Thevenin’s theorems, inductors,capacitors, R-L, R-C time constants. Upon completionof this course and EET 102, students should be able tocalculate all parameters in DC circuitry, construct equiv-alent circuits, and describe circuit behavior.

EET 102 DC LABORATORY (1T, 3M) 2 creditsCOREQUISITE: EET 101Companion to EET 101. Topics include circuit con-struction, measurement of voltage, current, relative volt-ages, component identification, DC meters, schematicreading, circuit construction, and parameter measure-ments. Upon completion of this course and EET 101, stu-dents should be able to calculate all parameters in DCcircuitry, construct equivalent circuits, and describe cir-cuit behavior.

EET 151 AC THEORY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 101 AND EET 102)COREQUISITE: MTH 113An introduction to AC circuit analysis. Topics includeAC waveforms: amplitude, phase, frequency and peri-od; reactance, phasors; filters: R-L and R-C; resonance;AC circuit analysis; power factors, delta circuits, WYEcircuits; rectifier circuits; and power supplies. Uponcompletion of this course and EET 152, students shouldbe able to calculate all parameters in AC circuits, describebehavior and use AC instruments.

EET 152 AC LABORATORY (1T, 3M) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 101 AND EET 102COREQUISITE: EET 151Companion to EET 151. Topics include use of oscillo-scopes, function generators, frequency counters, cir-cuit construction, measurements, and use of circuits.Upon completion of this course and EET 151, a studentwill be able to construct circuitry and perform all nec-essary AC measurements.

EET 161 SOLID STATE THEORY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 151 AND EET 152An introduction to solid-state devices and circuits. Top-ics include solid-state devices: diodes, transistors, FETS,SCR’s, TRIACS, LED’s UITS, and the basic circuits thatuse these devices: amplifiers, power control and switch-ing circuits. Upon completion of this course and EET162, students should be able to describe the operation ofvarious devices and the circuits using these devices,and calculate all parameters.

EET 162 SOLID STATE LABORATORY (3M) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EET 151 AND EET 152COREQUISITE: EET 161Companion to EET 161. Topics include circuit opera-tion and measurements using various solid-state devices.Upon completion of this course and EET 161, studentsshould be able to construct circuits using various solid-state devices to amplify signals, control power, performswitching operations, etc.

EET 201 ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 161An introduction to analog electronic circuits. Topicsinclude operational amplifiers, active filters, phase-lockloops, use and component selection/design for specificcircuit behavior, circuit use, circuits as part of systems.Upon completion of this course and EET 202, a studentshould be able to choose circuitry to perform specificfunctions and design for specific behavior as part of thesystem.

EET 202 ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS LABORATORY(3M) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EET 161, 162COREQUISITE: EET 201Companion to EET 201. Topics include behavior anduse of circuitry using Op-Amps, PLL’s and other IC com-ponents/circuits; emphasis is placed on constructiontesting and understanding of circuits. Upon completionof this course and EET 201, students should be able todescribe circuits taught, evaluate behavior of circuits,and describe circuit use.

EET 208 FIBER OPTICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 225This course covers basic fiber optic transmissions prin-ciples including optical devices and light propagationthrough glass fibers. Connectors and splicing fibers areintegrated, along with data transmission measurement.

EET 210 DIGITAL BASICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 161 AND EET 162This course is an introduction to digital logic and cir-cuits. Topics include Boolean Algebra, basic logic gates,characteristics of simple TTL, IC’s, shift registers, andflip-flops. Upon completion of this course and EET 211,students should be able to construct a circuit fromBoolean expression and alter a circuit design for usewith a particular type of gate.

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EET 211 DIGITAL BASICS LABORATORY (3M) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EET 161 AND EET 162COREQUISITE: EET 210Companion to EET 210. Topics include logic gates, cir-cuit construction, measurements of states, counters,timers, Divide-By-N circuits and shift-registers. Uponcompletion of this course and EET 210, a student shouldbe able to describe operations of circuitry and constructand demonstrate operation of circuits.

EET 227 MICROWAVE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 161, 162A study of microwave fundamentals and the behavior ofcircuit components at microwave frequencies. Topicsinclude transmission lines, antennas, solid-state devices,test equipment, microwave devices, modulation tech-niques, microwave transmitters, and microwave receivers.Upon completion of this course, a student will be ableto analyze and operate a simple microwave communi-cation system.

EET 230 COMMUNICATIONS BASICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EET 201, 202An introduction to electronic communication. Topicsinclude AM and FM modulation and demodulation, RFamplifiers, mixers, heterodyning and frequency shiftingand oscillators. Upon completion of this course and EET231, students should be able to describe, operate, andtroubleshoot basic communication circuits.

EET 231 COMMUNICATIONS BASICS LABORATORY(3M) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EET 201, 202COREQUISITE: EET 230Companion to EET 230. Topics include RF amplifiers,oscillators, mixers, AM and FM modulation and demod-ulation. Upon completion of this course and EET 230, astudent will be able to describe, operate, and troubleshootbasic communication circuits.

EET 281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECH-NOLOGY(2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AEM 170This course provides specialized instruction in variousareas related to electronic engineering technology.Emphasis is placed on meetings students’ needs.

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY (ELT)

ELT 105 DC AND AC ELECTRICITY(4T, 6M) 6 creditsCOREQUISITE: MTH 092This course is a study of basic atomic structure, elec-tron flow, Ohm’s Law, electrical power, conductors andinsulators, alternating current and its measurements,circuit analysis, resistive, inductive and capacitive cir-cuits, vectors, AC power and AC test equipment. Topicsinclude atomic theory, series and parallel circuits, com-plex circuits, magnetism and electromagnetism, sinewave

generation and valves, and circuit construction and analy-sis. Upon completion, students should be able to solveDC electrical quantity problems, use voltmeters, ohmmeters and amp meters, and be able to construct AC cir-cuits and use AC test equipment.

ELT 113 RESIDENTIAL WIRING (4T, 6M) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or Permission of instructorThis course is a study of residential wiring practices andmethods and introduces the student to the use of handand power tools, electrical safety, the NEC requirements,and how to interpret electrical residential blueprints,wiring diagrams, and layouts. Students will also learn towire many different residential circuits in accordancewith the National Electric Code. Topics include standardresidential wiring procedures and practices, groundingNEC requirements, wiring diagrams and wiring layouts.Emphasis will also be placed on applying the NationalElectric Code, actual wiring of panels, service and branchcircuits. Upon completion, students should be able toread blueprints, understand code requirements, wirelights and switches, and be able to interpret and wiremost aspects of a residential application to code.

ELT 120 MOTORS (4T, 6M) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or Permission of instructorThis course covers the theory and operation of singleand three phase AC and DC motors. Emphasis is placedon the various types of single and three phase motors,wiring diagrams, starting devices, field wiring, trou-bleshooting AC and DC motors and using test equip-ment. Upon completion, students should be able toexplain, wire and troubleshoot most types of AC and DCmotors.

ELT 133 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL WIRING(4T, 6M) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or Permission of instructorThis course teaches the students the principles and appli-cations of commercial and industrial wiring, includingthe study of branch circuits, installation requirementsfor services, feeders and special equipment considera-tions including the NEC requirements. Emphasis is placedon blueprint symbols, hand and power tools, electricalsafety, calculations, NEC code requirements, load cal-culations, conductors, service sizing, installation require-ments, transformers, lighting, HVAC and specialequipment consideration. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to read electrical symbols, calculate elec-trical loads for commercial industrial applications andinterpret the NEC code requirements.

ELT 206 OSHA SAFETY STANDARDS(3T) 3 creditsThis course focuses on OSHA safety standards related tothe job site. Emphasis is placed on overall safety prac-tices, construction site safety practices and safety pro-cedures required by federal and state laws. Uponcompletion, students should be able to apply OSHA safe-ty standards.

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ELT 210 MOTOR CONTROLS(4T, 6M) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or Permission of instructorThis course covers the use of motor control symbols,magnetic motor starters, running overload protection,push-button stations, sizing of magnetic motor startersand overload protection, and complex ladder diagrams ofmotor control circuits. Topics include sizing magneticstarters and overload protection, the use of push-but-ton stations, ladder diagrams and magnetic motorstarters in control of electric motors, wye-delta start-ing, part start winding, resistor starting and electronicstarting devices. Upon completion, students should beable to understand the operation of motor starters, over-load protection, interpret ladder diagrams using push-button stations, and understand complex motor controldiagrams.

ELT 212 MOTOR CONTROLS II (2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 211 or Permission of instructorThis course covers complex ladder diagrams of motorcontrol circuits and the uses of different motor startingtechniques. Topics include wye-delta starting, part startwinding, resistor starting and electronic starting devices.Upon completion, the students should be able to under-stand and interpret the more complex motor control dia-grams and understand the different starting techniquesof electrical motors.

ELT 217 TRANSFORMERS (2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105This course is designed to train the student in the theo-ry of operation, various connections, troubleshooting,and repair of single phase as well as three phase trans-formers. KVA load calculations and applications willalso be covered in the class. Upon completion, the stu-dent should be able to perform calculations relating totransformers, make proper Delta and WYE connections,and understand the basic polarity and voltage test foreach application.

ELT 218 HYDRAULICS AND PNEUMATICS(4T, 6M) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is the study of fluid power systems includ-ing the theory and function of devices that pressurize,direct and control fluid power systems and a study ofcompressed air power systems and the theory and func-tion of devices that pressurize, direct and control airsystems. Emphasis is placed on setting up and operat-ing hydraulic and pneumatic trainers in the correct man-ner with the aid of hydraulic and pneumatic prints. Uponcompletion, students should be able to explain and oper-ate a typical hydraulic and pneumatic system.

ELT 221 ELECTRONICS FOR ELECTRICIANS I(2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces students to the basic principlesof solid state electronic equipment as found in manyelectrical and motor control circuits. Emphasis is placedon fundamental concepts of diodes, transistors, FET’sand MOSFETs as they are used in electrical control cir-cuits. Upon completion, students should understand

the basic operation of solid state components and beable to perform basic troubleshooting tasks.

ELT 222 ADVANCED ELECTRONICS FOR ELECTRICIANS (2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 221This course covers additional solid state devices as theyapply to controlling industrial machinery and devicesincluding motor operating equipment. Topics includea group of devices known as thyristors and solid staterelays, oscillators, timers, and the operational amplifier.Upon completion, students should be able to betterunderstand the operation of state-of-the-art electroni-cally controlled electrical power systems and performbasic troubleshooting of electronic controls.

ELT 230 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS(4T, 6M) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or Permission of instructorThis state-of-the-art course includes the fundamentalprinciples of programmable logic controls (PLCs) includ-ing hardware, programming and program design.Emphasis is placed on hardwiring associated with PLC,different options available with most PLCs, basic ladderlogic programming, developing working programs,timers, counters, different special functions, and design-ing programs from existing hardwired systems. Uponcompletion, students should be able to develop pro-grams, load programs into PLCs and troubleshoot thesystem.

ELT 241 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces students to the National ElectricCode. Emphasis is placed on locating and interpretingneeded information within the NEC code manual. Uponcompletion, students should be able to locate coderequirements for a specific electrical installation.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL PARAMEDIC (EMP)

EMP 189 APPLIED ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR THE PARAMEDIC (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.This course introduces human anatomy and physiologyand includes concepts related to basic chemistry; fluid,electrolyte, and acid-base balance; functions of cells,tissues, organs, and systems; pathophysiology; andassociated medical terminology. Emphasis is placed onapplying content to signs, symptoms, and treatments;and situations commonly seen by paramedics. Uponcourse completion, students should be able to demon-strate a basic understanding of the structure and functionof the human body.

EMP 191 PARAMEDIC PREPARATORY (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).NOTE: HPS-110, Introduction to Health Care, may be

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substituted for this course.This course introduces issues related to the practice ofprehospital advanced life support as a career, with afocus on issues common to all health care professions.Content areas include: paramedic roles and responsibil-ities, well-being of the paramedic, illness and injury pre-vention, medical-legal-ethical issues, therapeuticcommunications, and medical terminology. Upon coursecompletion, students will have demonstrated compe-tency in those respective components of the NationalStandard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and require-ments set forth by the Alabama Department of PublicHealth.

EMP 192 PARAMEDIC OPERATIONS (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course focuses on the operational knowledge andskills needed for safe and effective patient care withinthe paramedic’s scope of practice. Content areas include:pathophysiology, life span development, ambulance oper-ations, medical incident command, rescue awarenessand operations, hazardous materials incidents, crimescene awareness, and Alabama EMS laws and rules.Upon course completion, students will have demon-strated competency in those respective components of theNational Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedicand requirements set forth by the Alabama Department ofPublic Health.

EMP 193 PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course provides the knowledge and skills neededto perform a comprehensive patient assessment, makeinitial management decisions, and to communicateassessment findings and patient care verbally and inwriting. Content areas include: airway management, his-tory taking, techniques of the physical examination,patient assessment, clinical decision making, commu-nications, documentation, and assessment based man-agement. Upon course completion, students will havedemonstrated competency in those respective compo-nents of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the AlabamaDepartment of Public Health.

EMP 194 PARAMEDIC GENERAL PHARMACOLOGY (1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).NOTE: HPS-104, General Pharmacology for the HealthSciences, may be substituted for this course.This course introduces basic pharmacological agentsand concepts, with an emphasis on drug classificationsand the knowledge and skills required for safe, effective

medication administration. Content areas include: gen-eral principles of pharmacology and pharmacologic patho-physiology; venous and intraosseous access techniques,the metric and apothecary system; computation of dosageand solution problems, administration of pharmacolog-ic agents; and nasogastric tube placement. Upon coursecompletion, students will have demonstrated compe-tency in those respective components of the NationalStandard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and require-ments set forth by the Alabama Department of PublicHealth.

EMP 195 ADVANCED TRAUMA MANAGEMENT A (2T, 2E, 9P3) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s), approved for clinical studies.NOTE: The combination of EMP-196, Advanced Trau-ma Management-B, and EMP-197, Clinical Competen-cies-I will substitute for this course.This course relates pathophysiology and assessmentfindings to the formulation of field impressions and imple-mentation of treatment plans for trauma patients. Con-tent areas include the pathophysiology, assessment, andmanagement of trauma as related to: trauma systems;mechanisms of injury; hemorrhage and shock; soft tissueinjuries; burns; and head, facial, spinal, thoracic, abdom-inal, and musculosketal trauma. Theory and skills areapplied to a variety of patient situations in the clinicalsetting, with a focus on patient assessment, trauma man-agement, advanced airway management, I.V./I.O. initia-tion and medication administration. Upon coursecompletion, students will have demonstrated compe-tency in those respective components of the NationalStandard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and require-ments set forth by the Alabama Department of PublicHealth.

EMP 196 ADVANCED TRAUMA MANAGEMENT B (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course relates pathophysiology and assessmentfindings to the formulation of field impressions and imple-mentation of treatment plans for trauma patients. Con-tent areas include the pathophysiology, assessment, andmanagement of trauma as related to: trauma systems;mechanisms of injury; hemorrhage and shock; soft tissueinjuries; burns; and head, facial, spinal, thoracic, abdom-inal, and musculoskeletal trauma. Upon course com-pletion, students will have demonstrated competency inthose respective components of the National StandardCurriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirementsset forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.

EMP 197 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL COMPETENCIES I (9P3) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiology

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course(s), approved for clinical studies, EMS 113, andCPR verification.This course is directed toward the application of knowl-edge and skills developed in didactic and skills laboratoryexperiences to the clinical setting. Theory and skills areapplied to a variety of patient situations in the clinicalsetting, with a focus on patient assessment, traumamanagement, advanced airway management, I.V./I.O.initiation and medication administration. Upon coursecompletion, students will have demonstrated compe-tency in those respective components of the NationalStandard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and require-ments set forth by the Alabama Department of PublicHealth.

EMP 198 MEDICAL PATIENT MANAGEMENT I (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course relates pathophysiology and assessmentfindings to the formulation of field impressions andimplementation treatment plans for specific medical con-ditions. Content areas include: pulmonology, neurology,gastroenterology, renal/urology, toxicology, hematol-ogy, environmental conditions, infectious and commu-nicable diseases, abuse and assault, patients with specialchallenges, and acute interventions for the chronic carepatient. Upon course completion, students will havedemonstrated competency in those respective compo-nents of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the AlabamaDepartment of Public Health.

EMP 199 CARDIOVASCULAR ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course introduces the cardiovascular system, car-diovascular electrophysiology, and electrocardiograph-ic monitoring. Content areas include: cardiovascularanatomy and physiology, cardiovascular electrophysi-ology, electrocardiographic monitoring, rhythm analysis,and prehospital 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoringand interpretation. Upon course completion, students willhave demonstrated competency in those respective com-ponents of the National Standard Curriculum for theEMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alaba-ma Department of Public Health.

EMP 200 MEDICAL PATIENT MANAGEMENT IIA (2T, 2E, 9P3) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s), approved for clinical studies.NOTE: The combination of EMP-201, Medical PatientManagement-IIB, and EMP-202, Clinical Competen-cies-II will substitute for this course.This course relates pathophysiology and assessment

findings to the formulation of field impressions andimplementation of treatment plans for specific medicalconditions. Content areas include: endocrinology, aller-gies and anaphylaxis, behavioral/psychiatric conditions,gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, andgeriatrics. In the clinical setting, theory and skills areapplied to a variety of medical situations across the lifespan of the patient, with a focus on communication withand management of cardiac, acute care,psychiatric/behavioral, obstetrical, newborn, pediatric,geriatric, and acute interventions for chronic care patients,and patients with special challenges. Upon course com-pletion, students will have demonstrated competency inthose respective components of the National StandardCurriculum for EMT-Paramedic and requirements setforth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.

EMP 201 MEDICAL PATIENT MANAGEMENT IIB (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course relates pathophysiology and assessmentfindings to the formulation of field impressions andimplementation of treatment plans for specific medicalconditions. Content areas include: endocrinology, aller-gies and anaphylaxis, behavioral/psychiatric conditions,gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, andgeriatrics. Students integrate and reinforce the didacticand skills laboratory components of their education byperforming basic and advanced life support assessmentsand skills on a variety of patient presentations and com-plaints in the clinical setting. Upon course completion,students will have demonstrated competency in thoserespective components of the National Standard Cur-riculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements setforth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.

EMP 202 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL COMPETENCIES II (9P3) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s), approved for clinical studies, EMS 113, andCPR verification.This course is directed toward the application of knowl-edge and skills developed in didactic and skills laboratoryexperiences to the clinical setting. Theory and skills areapplied to a variety of medical situations across the lifespan of the patient, with a focus on communication withand management of cardiac, acute care,psychiatric/behavioral, obstetrical, newborn, pediatric,geriatric, and acute interventions for chronic care patients,and patients with special challenges. Upon course com-pletion, students will have demonstrated competency inthose respective components of the National StandardCurriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirementsset forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.

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EMP 203 CARDIOVASCULAR PATIENT MANAGEMENT(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram, EMP-199 and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course relates pathophysiology and assessmentfindings to the formulation of field impressions and imple-mentation of treatment plans for specific cardiovascu-lar conditions. Content areas include: assessment of thecardiovascular patient, pathophysiology of cardiovascu-lar disease and techniques of management includingappropriate pharmacologic agents and electrical therapy.Upon course completion, students will have demon-strated competency in those respective components of theNational Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedicand requirements set forth by the Alabama Department ofPublic Health.

EMP 204 TRANSITION TO PARAMEDIC PRACTICE(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram and Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and physiologycourse(s).This course is designed to meet additional state and localeducational requirements for paramedic practice. Con-tent may include: prehospital protocols, transfer med-ications, topics in critical care and transport, systemspresentation, and/or national standard certification cours-es as dictated by local needs or state requirement. Uponcourse completion, students should have met all ancillaryeducational requirements set forth by the Alabama Depart-ment of Public Health and local employers.

EMP 205 PARAMEDIC TERMINAL COMPETENCIES(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram, approved anatomy and physiology course(s) andPermission of instructor.This course is designed to review the National StandardCurriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and to assist stu-dents in preparation for the paramedic licensure exami-nation. Emphasis is placed on validation of knowledgeand skills through didactic review, skills lab performance,computer simulation and practice testing. Upon coursecompletion, students should be sufficiently prepared tosit for the paramedic licensure examination.

EMP 206 PARAMEDIC FIELD PRECEPTORSHIP (1T, 15P3) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram, approved anatomy and physiology course(s),approved for clinical studies, Permission of instruc-tor, EMS 113, and CPR verification.This course provides field experiences in the prehospitalsetting with advanced life support EMS units. Under thedirect supervision of a field preceptor, students synthe-size cognitive knowledge and skills developed in the skillslaboratory and hospital clinical to provide safe and effec-tive patient care in the prehospital environment. Uponcourse completion, students should have refined andvalidated their patient care practices to provide safe and

effective patient care over a broad spectrum of patientsituations and complaints.

EMP 207 PARAMEDIC TEAM LEADER PRECEPTORSHIP(3P3) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Pro-gram, approved anatomy and physiology course(s),approved for clinical studies, Permission of instruc-tor, EMS 113, and CPR verification.This course is designed to evaluate students’ ability tointegrate didactic, psychomotor skills, clinical, and fieldinternship instruction to serve as a competent entry-levelparamedic. This final evaluative (rather than instruc-tional) course focuses on students’ professional attributesand integrative competence in clinical decision-makingand team leadership in the prehospital setting. Uponcourse completion, students should have demonstratedadequate knowledge and skills, professional attitudesand attributes, clinical decision-making and team lead-ership abilities to effectively function as a competententry-level paramedic.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS)

EMS 100 CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION I(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts as related toareas of basic life support to include coronary artery dis-ease, prudent heart living, symptoms of heart attack,adult one-and-two rescuer CPR, first aid for choking,pediatric basic life support, airway adjuncts, EMS systementry access, automated external defibrillation (AED),and special situations for CPR. Upon course comple-tion, students should be able to identify situations requir-ing action related to heart or breathing conditions andeffectively implement appropriate management for eachcondition. Students successfully completing this coursewill receive appropriate documentation of course com-pletion.

EMS 101 CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION II(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 100 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with a review of conceptslearned in EMS-100. In addition, the course providesthe student with theory and application of airway adjunctsas utilized with airway obstruction and maintenance aswell as respiratory and cardiac arrest. Assessment andmanagement of acute ischemic stroke will also be includ-ed. Upon course completion, students should be ableto identify situations requiring action related to heart orbreathing conditions and effectively implement appro-priate management for these conditions. Students suc-cessfully completing this course will receive appropriatedocumentation of course completion.

EMS 102 MEDICO-LEGAL ASPECTS OF EMERGENCYCARE (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course is designed for students planning to enter

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a health sciences profession. The course introducesstudents to classification of laws, the Alabama MedicalPractice Act, the Alabama Good Samaritan Act, statelegislation affecting health related professionals, the con-cept of “standard of care”, medical liability, and areasof potential medical liability and protection. Upon coursecompletion, students should have an understanding oflaws relating to patient care, areas of potential liability,and medical liability protection for health professionals.

EMS 103 FIRST AID (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Current training in CPR and/or asrequired by program.This course introduces students to initial first aid care.Topics include scene safety, universal precautions, acti-vation of the EMS system, assessment, airway/breath-ing/circulation, shock/injuries/bleeding, medicalemergencies, and altered level of consciousness. Uponcourse completion, students should have knowledge tomanage various emergencies requiring first aid tech-niques.

EMS 104 FIRST AID FOR STUDENTS OF HEALTH RELATED PROFESSIONS (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Current training in CPR and/or asrequired by program.This course is designed for students who plan to enter ahealth related profession and provides educational con-cepts related to first aid for various health disciplines. Thecourse includes instruction in the emergency adminis-tration of oxygen, use of airway adjuncts, medicationadministration techniques, equipment for mechanicalbreathing, suctioning techniques, and automated exter-nal defibrillation (AED). Upon course completion, stu-dents should have the ability to recognize emergencysituations requiring immediate action and appropriatelymanage these situations.

EMS 105 FIRST RESPONDER (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides theory in emergency procedures ascontained in the current National Standard Training Cur-riculum (NSTC) for the First Responder. The course isan introduction to the emergency medical services sys-tem and provides fundamentals for students to improvethe quality of emergency care provided as the first per-son to an emergency scene until emergency medicalservices arrive. Completion of specific student compe-tencies, as outlined in the current NSTC for the FirstResponder, are required for successful course comple-tion.

EMS 106 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with a survey of words,terms, and descriptions commonly used in health relat-ed professions. The course includes spelling, pronun-ciation, and meaning of prefixes, suffixes, roots, andterms. Students may have the opportunity to utilize

computer assisted instruction for learning various med-ical terms. Upon course completion, students shouldhave the knowledge to associate a variety of medicalterms with their meaning and utilize medical terms toeffectively communicate with other health profession-als.

EMS 107 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR AMBULANCE (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Must present a valid driver’s licenseas required by program.The Emergency Vehicle Operator Course - Ambulanceprovides the student with training as contained in thecurrent National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) forthe Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Ambu-lance. The course provides the knowledge and skill prac-tice necessary for individuals to learn how to safelyoperate all types of ambulances. Topics include intro-duction to the NSTC for ambulance operators; legalaspects of ambulance operation; communication andreporting; roles and responsibilities; ambulance typesand operation; ambulance inspection, maintenance, andrepair; navigation and route planning; basic maneuversand normal operating situations; operations in emer-gency mode and unusual situations, special considera-tions in safety; and the run. Completion of specificstudent competencies, utilizing NSTC guidelines, arerequired for successful completion of this course. NOTE:To qualify for licensure status as an ambulance driverin the State of Alabama, students must successfullycomplete this course and meet additional requirementsas required by the Alabama Department of Public Health.

EMS 108 DIRECTED STUDIES IN EMS – I (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course offers independent study or computer assist-ed instruction under faculty supervision and/or theoryin an EMS subject relevant to the student’s interest andneed. Specific cognitive competencies required by thestudent are defined in writing at the first class period.

EMS 109 DIRECTED STUDIES IN EMS – II (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course offers independent study or computer assist-ed instruction under faculty supervision and/or theoryin an EMS subject relevant to the student’s interest andneed. Specific cognitive competencies required by thestudent are defined in writing at the first class period.

EMS 110 DIRECTED STUDIES IN EMS – III (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course offers independent study or computer assist-ed instruction under faculty supervision and/or theoryin an EMS subject relevant to the student’s interest andneed. Specific cognitive competencies required by thestudent are defined in writing at the first class period.

EMS 111 DIRECTED STUDIES IN EMS – IV (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course offers independent study or computer assist-ed instruction under faculty supervision and/or theoryin an EMS subject relevant to the student’s interest andneed. Specific cognitive competencies required by the

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student are defined in writing at the first class period.

EMS 112 DIRECTED STUDIES IN EMS – V (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course offers independent study or computer assist-ed instruction under faculty supervision and/or theoryin an EMS subject relevant to the student’s interest andneed. Specific cognitive competencies required by thestudent are defined in writing at the first class period.

EMS 113 INFECTION CONTROL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course is designed for students planning to entera health related field of study or public service occupa-tions. The course focuses on the sources of communi-cable diseases and describes methods for prevention oftransmission of bloodborne and airborne pathogens.Topics include prevention; universal precautions (body-substance isolation) and asepsis; immunization; expo-sure control; disposal; labeling; transmission; exposuredetermination; post-exposure reporting; and an expo-sure control plan. The course is taught following cur-rent guidelines set forth by the Occupational Safety andHealth Administration (OSHA). Upon course comple-tion, students should be able to participate in the clinicalsetting, identify potential sources of bloodborne and air-borne pathogens, and use appropriate universal precau-tions.

EMS 114 INFECTION CONTROL REFRESHER (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 113 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course is designed as a refresher for students inhealth related fields of study who have completed mate-rial contained in EMS 113. The course provides stu-dents with updated information as related to managingpotential bloodborne and airborne pathogens. The courseis taught following current guidelines set forth by theOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).Upon course completion, students should be able to par-ticipate in the clinical setting, identify potential sources ofbloodborne and airborne pathogens, and use appropriateuniversal precautions.

EMS 115 SPECIAL SKILLS FOR HEALTH RELATED PROFESSIONS (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Students enrolled in a health relatedprofessions program and/or as required by program.This course is designed for students enrolled in a healthrelated professions program. The course provides stu-dents with concepts related to peripheral venous anato-my and venipuncture techniques. Upon coursecompletion, students should be able to identify veins ofthe extremities and perform basic venipuncture tech-niques of the upper extremities.

EMS 120 VEHICLE EXTRICATION (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with theory in the devel-opment of concepts related to the removal of personsfrom damaged vehicles. Topics include gaining access,stabilization, packaging, patient removal, and basic haz-ardous situations. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to effectively extricate a person from awrecked vehicle.

EMS 121 VEHICLE RESCUE (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 120 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course is a continuation of EMS 120 and providesstudents with concepts and skills related to patient man-agement and hazards encountered during vehicle res-cue operations. Topics include mechanisms of trauma,patient injuries, assessment, management, extricationtools; and potential hazards to include faulty air bags,loaded hydraulic bumper systems, and patient restraints.Upon course completion, students should be able toidentify different areas of vehicle damage and associatethis damage with specific patient injuries; and keep thescene safe by recognizing potential hazards encounteredduring the rescue of patients from vehicles.

EMS 122 STRUCTURAL EXTRICATION (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with theory in the devel-opment of concepts related to extrication of personsfrom a variety of structures from one to three stories.Topics include packaging, removal of patients trappedin buildings, and hazards of structural extrication. Uponcourse completion, students should be able to identifyhazards and have the knowledge to package and removepatients from a three-story building.

EMS 123 STRUCTURAL RESCUE (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 122 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course is a continuation of EMS 122 and providesstudents with concepts and skills related to structuralrescue in multilevel buildings. Topics include structural

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materials, structural damage, commercial and residen-tial construction, toxic combustibles, rescuer safety,self-contained breathing apparatus, and types of rescuetools. Upon course completion, students should have anunderstanding of how buildings are constructed, differ-ent types of structural rescue, and the safest way toapproach the rescue of persons trapped in a structure.

EMS 124 SEARCH & WILDERNESS RESCUE (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related tosearching for persons in a remote or isolated area. Top-ics include organization of a rescue; communicationsand incident command; missing person history, ques-tionnaire, and checklist; planning to include finances,personnel, technical specialists, topographic maps, med-ical units, supplies, documentation, and search and res-cue logs. Upon course completion, students should befamiliar with how to plan and conduct a search andwilderness rescue.

EMS 125 HIGH ANGLE RESCUE – I (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with theory in the intro-duction to high angle rescue techniques. Topics includethe high angle environment; equipment and protection,care and use of rope and related equipment; knots, rap-pelling, and ascending techniques; and introduction torescue techniques. Upon course completion, studentsshould have an understanding in the basic techniques ofhigh angle rescue.

EMS 126 HIGH ANGLE RESCUE – II (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 125 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course is a continuation and review of EMS 125and provides students with theory in rescue techniquesutilized in rope rescue. Topics include one person res-cue techniques, slope evacuation, high angle lowering,hauling systems, high lines, and evacuation operations.Upon course completion, students should have an under-standing of how to approach a high angle rescue, uti-lizing various rigging techniques .

EMS 127 HIGH ANGLE RESCUE – III (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 126 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course is a continuation and review of EMS 126and provides students with demonstration and handson practice of high angle rescue. The course incorporatesall material contained in EMS 125 and EMS 126 andallows students the opportunity to utilize their knowl-edge to perform high angle rescue. Upon course com-pletion, students should be familiar with how to planand conduct a safe high angle rescue by participationin a simulated field exercise in high angle rescue.

EMS 128 CAVE RESCUE – I (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 125 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory and demon-stration in planning and conducting a cave rescue. Top-ics include organization and incident command;assessment and management of unstable environments;

cave search teams; medical personnel; and rigging.Upon course completion, students should be familiarwith the basic concepts and potential dangers of caverescue.

EMS 129 CAVE RESCUE – II (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 128 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course is a continuation and review of EMS 128and provides students with demonstration and handson practice of cave rescue. Topics include cave types anddangers; lighting; confined space and water hazards;and conducting a rescue. Upon course completion, stu-dents should be familiar with how to plan and conduct asafe cave rescue by participation in a simulated fieldexercise in cave rescue.

EMS 130 INDUSTRIAL EXTRICATION (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toextrication of persons from a variety of industrial acci-dents. Topics include confined space, artificial anchors,accident cause, toxic materials, air content, and mechan-ics of industrial equipment. Upon course completion,students should have a basic understanding of the typesof extrication techniques and hazards involved withindustrial extrication.

EMS 131 INDUSTRIAL RESCUE (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 130 and/or as required by program.This course is a continuation and review of EMS 130and provides students with demonstration and handson practice of industrial rescue. Topics include localindustry types and equipment, approach to a successfulrescue, dangers with compression injuries, and over-coming hazards. Upon course completion, studentsshould be familiar with how to plan and conduct a safeindustrial rescue by participation in a simulated fieldexercise in industrial rescue.

EMS 132 AGRICULTURAL EXTRICATION (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toextrication of persons from a variety of agricultural acci-dents. Topics include confined space, accident cause,toxic materials, and types of agricultural equipment.Upon course completion, students should have a basicunderstanding of the types of extrication techniques andhazards involved with agricultural extrication.

EMS 133 AGRICULTURAL RESCUE (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 132 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course is a continuation and review of EMS 132and provides students with demonstration and handson practice of agricultural rescue. Topics include localagricultural equipment, components and operation;approach to a successful rescue; dangers with com-pression injuries; federal laws related to the restricteduse of pesticides; and overcoming hazards. Upon coursecompletion, students should be familiar with how to planand conduct a safe agricultural rescue by participation ina simulated field exercise in agricultural rescue.

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EMS 134 WATER EXTRICATION (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toextrication of persons from water accidents where theyare located on the water’s surface. Topics include patho-physiology of near drowning, affects from extreme tem-peratures, and basic assessment and managementtechniques of water extrication. Upon course completion,students should have a basic understanding of how toremove persons from the water’s surface from accidentsoccurring in the water.

EMS 135 SURFACE WATER RESCUE (2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 134 and/or as required by program.This course is a continuation and review of EMS 134 andprovides students with demonstration and hands onpractice of surface water rescue. Topics include waterrescue equipment types and use, rescuer safety,resources, the approach to a successful rescue, and over-coming hazards. Upon course completion, studentsshould be familiar with how to plan and conduct a safesurface water rescue by participation in a simulated fieldexercise in a surface water rescue.

EMS 140 EMT PREPARATORY AND PREHOSPITALEMS OPERATIONS (1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the Basic EMT program.This course is one of four courses (EMS 140, 141, 142,143) required for successful completion of the EMT-Basic Program according to the current National StandardCurriculum for the EMT-Basic. Content areas includeintroduction to emergency medical care; the well-being ofthe EMT-Basic; medical/legal and ethical issues; thehuman body; baseline vitals and SAMPLE history; lift-ing and moving; airway management; ambulance oper-ations; gaining access; an overview of hazardousmaterials, incident management systems, mass casual-ty situations, and triage; and state and local EMS rules andregulations. Computer use in simulated scenarios is alsoincluded in the course. Successful completion of stu-dent cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domain com-petencies is required in this course.

EMS 141 EMT PATIENT ASSESSMENT & TRAUMA RELATED INJURIES (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the Basic EMT Program.This course is one of four courses (EMS 140, 141, 142,143) required for successful completion of the EMT-Basic Program according to the current National StandardCurriculum for the EMT-Basic. Content areas includescene size-up; initial assessment; focused history andphysical exam; medical and trauma; detailed physicalexam; on-going assessment; communications; docu-mentation; bleeding and shock; soft tissue injuries; mus-culoskeletal care; and injuries to the head and spine.Computer use in simulated scenarios is also included inthe course. Successful completion of student cognitive,psychomotor, and affective domain competencies isrequired in this course.

EMS 142 EMT MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AND PEDIATRIC CARE (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Basic Program.

This course is one of four courses (EMS 140, 141, 142,143) required for successful completion of the EMT-Basic Program according to the current National StandardCurriculum for the EMT-Basic. Content areas includegeneral pharmacology; respiratory emergencies; car-diovascular emergencies; diabetic emergencies (includ-ing the use of a digital glucometer)/altered mental status;allergic reactions; poisoning/overdose emergencies; envi-ronmental emergencies; behavioral emergencies; obstet-rics; and infants/children. Computer use in simulatedscenarios will also be included in the course. Success-ful completion of student cognitive, psychomotor, andaffective domain competencies is required in this course.

EMS 143 EMT BASIC CLINICAL COMPETENCIES (3P3) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Basic Program.COREQUISITE: EMS 113 and CPR verification.This course is one of four courses (EMS 140, 141, 142,143) required for successful completion of the EMT-Basic Program according to the current National StandardCurriculum for the EMT-Basic. It provides students withclinical education experiences to enhance knowledge andskills learned in the EMT-Basic Program. Successfulcompletion of student cognitive, psychomotor, and affec-tive domain competencies is required in this course.

EMS 144 EMT BASIC SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCES(3P3) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Basic level oftraining or current Alabama licensure as an EMT-Basic.This course provides students with clinical training inspecialized areas such as E-911 dispatch, physicianoffices, and/or mental health centers to enhance knowl-edge and skills learned in the EMT-Basic training. Spe-cific skills objectives are evaluated, including patientassessment and management, and students are requiredto complete patient care summaries and other writtenwork. This course is optional for completing require-ments for the EMT-Basic level of training.

EMS 145 EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT PRECEPTORSHIP (1T, 3P3) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-Basic level oftraining or current Alabama licensure as an EMT-Basic.COREQUISITE: EMS 113 and CPR verification.This course provides students with clinical experiencesin the emergency department to enhance knowledge andskills learned in the EMT-Basic training. Specific skillsobjectives, including patient assessment and manage-ment, are evaluated and students are required to completepatient care summaries and other written work. Thiscourse is optional for completing requirements for theEMT-Basic level of training.

EMS 150 EMT-BASIC REFRESHER (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course for EMT-Basic and/or as required by program.This course provides students with theory in review of thecurrent National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC)for the EMT-Basic. It also serves as a transition or bridgecourse when a new national curriculum is adopted. Thiscourse contains specific content areas as defined by the

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NSTC. Students are required to complete specific com-petencies, as outlined by the NSTC, for successful coursecompletion.

EMS 151 BASIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course for EMT-Basic and/or as required by program.This course provides students with theory in techniquesof basic trauma management. Content areas includegeneral assessment, injuries to the head-neck-face-spine-thorax-abdomen-pelvis-genitalia-extremities. Thecourse is taught in accordance with national standardsand requires students to complete specific competen-cies for successful completion.

EMS 152 DEFIBRILLATION (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Current Alabama licensure as a EMT-Basic and/or as required by program.This course provides students with theory as containedin the National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) forEMT-Defibrillation. Content areas include basic cardiacanatomy, electrocardiogram principles, rhythm recog-nition, monitoring techniques, and defibrillation proce-dures. Upon course completion, students should havean understanding of when and how to perform cardiacdefibrillation.

EMS 153 EMS DISPATCHER (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with theory as containedin the National Training Curriculum (NSTC) for EMS Dis-patcher. This course is designed to prepare EMS dis-patcher personnel to operate a telecommunication basestation for the purpose of receiving requests for emer-gency medical services and allocating communityresources in response to such requests. Upon coursecompletion, students should have an understanding ofemergency medical services dispatch procedures andbe able to effectively receive a call and dispatch appro-priate personnel, utilizing a scenario in a simulated sit-uation.

EMS 154 BASIC PEDIATRIC EMS PROVIDER (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMT-Basic and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory in basic emer-gency care of the pediatric patient. Content areas includethe child and family; general pediatric assessment; pedi-atric respiratory emergencies; pediatric CPR; primaryand secondary trauma management; pediatric orthope-dic injuries; burn management; child abuse; pediatricmedical, neurological, and toxicological emergencies;the infant; sleep apnea and sudden infant death syn-drome; and crisis/stress management. Upon coursecompletion, students should be able to provide basicemergency care to infants and children.

EMS 170 RADIATION BIOLOGY & SAFETY (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts in basicradiation biology. Topics include radiation biology andgenetics, dosimetry, radiation safety, and instrumentsto measure radiation exposure. Upon course completion,

students should have an understanding of radiation andthe effects of radiation exposure to the human body.

EMS 171 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AWARENESS AND OPERATIONS (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with theory in hazardousmaterials incident awareness and initial operationalresponse. Topics include hazardous materials termsand definitions; recognition of hazardous materials; inci-dent risks and risk assessment; use of protective equip-ment; basic control, containment, and/or confinement;basic decontamination procedures; and hazardous mate-rials incident standard operating procedures. Uponcourse completion, students should have basic under-standing of hazardous materials incidents and the ini-tial response required by the first personnel respondingto such an incident.

EMS 172 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN – I(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 171This course provides students with theory in hazardousmaterials incident response and is a continuation of EMS171. Topics include an appropriate emergency responseplan; classification and verification of known andunknown materials through use of survey instrumentsand equipment; utilization of specialized chemical pro-tective equipment, hazard and risk assessment tech-niques; advanced control, containment, and/orconfinement; implementation of decontamination pro-cedures; and understanding termination procedures.Upon course completion, students should be able toeffectively respond to and manage a hazardous materi-als incident.

EMS 173 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN – II(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 172This course provides students with theory in hazardousmaterials incident response specialization and is a con-tinuation of EMS 172. Topics include specific knowl-edge of various hazardous materials; federal, state, andlocal requirements regarding the development of a sitesafety and control plan; and chemical, radiological, andtoxicological terminology and behavior. Upon coursecompletion, students should be familiar with require-ment for managing a hazardous materials incident.

EMS 174 INCIDENT COMMAND AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE (1T, 3S) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 173This course provides students with theory, demonstra-tion, and practical application in incident command.Topics include incident analysis, command sequence,sizing up the situation, action planning, establishingcommand, and organization. Upon course completion,students should be able to plan, direct, and control thescene of a hazardous material incident.

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EMS 175 RADIOLOGICAL RESPONSE (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toradiation. Topics include radiation physics, radiationbiology, radiological monitoring, and radiologicalresponse procedures. Upon course completion, stu-dents should have an understanding of how radiationexposure affects the human body and know proceduresrelated to radiological exposure response.

EMS 190 EMT-INTERMEDIATE REFRESHER (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course for theEMT-Intermediate.This course provides students with a review of materialcontained in the National Standard Training Curriculum(NSTC) for the EMT-Intermediate. It also serves as atransition or bridge course when a new national cur-riculum is adopted. This course contains specific contentareas as defined by the NSTC and the Alabama Depart-ment of Public Health. Students are required to com-plete specific competencies according to the NSTC forsuccessful course completion.

EMS 208 DIVE RESCUE BASIC SCUBA (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts in basicwatermanship. Topics include surface rescue, car-diopulmonary resuscitation, basic scuba techniques, andan orientation to public safety diving. Upon course com-pletion, students should have an understanding of basicwatermanship. All dive curricula are taught in accor-dance with the certifying agency. Note: Special equipmentand certification/activity fee required.

EMS 209 DIVE RESCUE – ADVANCED SCUBA (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 208 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with concepts in advancedscuba techniques. Topics include natural and compassnavigation, night diving, search and light salvage diving,deep diving, diving in a hazardous environment, andpreservation of recovered evidence. Upon course com-pletion, students should have an understanding of divenavigation and recovery. All dive curricula are taught inaccordance with the certifying agency. Note: Specialequipment and certification/activity fee required.

EMS 210 DIVE RESCUE (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 209 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with concepts in the res-cue of a diver. Topics include dive first aid, responseand rescue of the panicked diver, unconscious diver, res-cue breathing in the water, operational limited visibilitydiving, and use of search patterns. Upon course com-pletion, students should have an understanding of theeffective approach in the rescue of a diver. All dive cur-ricula are taught in accordance with the certifying agency.Note: Special equipment and certification/activity feerequired.

EMS 211 DIVE RESCUE MASTER SCUBA (2T 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 210 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory and practicalapplication in dive rescue. Topics include scuba equip-ment care and maintenance; search and salvage; nightdiving; deep diving; research diving; and special responseteam diving. Upon course completion, students shouldbe able to perform basic procedures associated with diverescue. All dive curricula are taught in accordance withthe certifying agency. Note: Special equipment and cer-tification/activity fee required.

EMS 212 DIVE RESCUE DIVEMASTER (2T 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 211 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory and practicalapplication advanced watermanship. Topics includeadvanced scuba techniques, diver training procedures,dive physics and physiology, dive site management pro-cedures, evidence preservation, interviewing witnesses,and designing search maps. Upon course completion,students should be able to design a search map and cor-rectly locate and manage a designated dive site. All divecurricula are taught in accordance with the certifyingagency. Note: Special equipment and certification/activ-ity fee required.

EMS 213 DIVER RESCUE ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR(2T, 3S) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 212 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory, demonstrationand practical application in dive education. Topics includeeducational principles, techniques of classroom instruc-tion, techniques of confined water instruction, evalua-tion in the open water setting, and standards and practicesof the diving industry. Upon course completion, stu-dents should have the knowledge and skills to become anassistant dive rescue instructor. All dive curricula aretaught in accordance with the certifying agency. Note:Special equipment and certification/activity fee required.

EMS 214 UNDERWATER INVESTIGATOR (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 210 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with concepts related tounderwater investigation. Topics include methods andtechniques of search; special equipment needs; evidencehandling; documentation; and preparation for presenta-tion of evidence. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to prepare and present evidence of anunderwater investigation. All dive curricula are taughtin accordance with the certifying agency. Note: Specialequipment and certification/activity fee required.

EMS 215 ENRICHED AIR DIVER (1T, 3S) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 209 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory, demonstration,and practical application in the use of enriched air. Top-ics include special diving circumstances with enrichedair, principles of gases, calculation of equivalent air depths

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(EADs), determining oxygen toxicity exposure, princi-ples of mixing gases, oxygen analyzer techniques, andspecial procedures used in diving enriched air nitrox(EAN) in the public safety diving environment. Uponcourse completion, students should be familiar with theuse and hazards of enriched air diving. All dive curricu-la are taught in accordance with the certifying agency.Note: Special equipment and certification/activity feerequired.

EMS 216 HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT DIVING (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 210 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with concepts related todiving in hazardous environments. Topics include spe-cial equipment needs, hazard analysis, techniques ofdecontamination, and procedures for determining equip-ment for special hazards. Upon course completion, stu-dents should be familiar with the special needs involvedin hazardous environment diving. All dive curricula aretaught in accordance with the certifying agency. Note:Special equipment and certification/activity fee required.

EMS 217 DIVE RESCUE INSTRUCTOR (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: EMS 212, 213 and/or as required byprogram.This course provides students with theory, demonstra-tion, and practical application in instructional techniquesfor diving. Topics include classroom presentation tech-niques, confined water instruction techniques, openwater instruction techniques, open water evaluation tech-niques, and policies, standards, and procedures of cer-tifying agencies. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to effectively present a variety of topicsrelated to diving and demonstrate dive proficiency. Alldive curricula are taught in accordance with the certify-ing agency. Note: Special equipment and certifica-tion/activity fee required.

EMS 218 SUPERVISED STUDIES IN EMS – I (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course offers various topics of interest and needin emergency medical services. The course is conduct-ed and completed under faculty supervision and includesrequired student cognitive competencies. Upon coursecompletion, students should have a greater under-standing of their assigned course topic.

EMS 219 SUPERVISED STUDIES IN EMS – II (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course offers various topics of interest and needin emergency medical services. The course is conduct-ed and completed under faculty supervision and includesrequired student cognitive competencies. Upon coursecompletion, students should have a greater under-standing of their assigned course topic.

EMS 220 DIVER MEDICAL TECHNICIAN – I (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Successful completion of EMT-Para-medic and/or as required by program.This course provides students with concepts related todiving history. Topics include the history of diving andhyperbaric medicine, introduction to the offshore envi-ronment, and hyperbaric chambers. Upon course com-

pletion, students should have an understanding of divehistory and hyperbaric medicine.

EMS 230 MANAGEMENT IN EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts in thedesign and management of an emergency medical ser-vices organizational unit. Topics include discussion intothe issues and challenges surrounding EMS, EMS sys-tems design, resources, EMS councils, problem solv-ing, supervision, medical control, legal issues, financialmanagement, and EMS training. Upon course comple-tion, students should have an understanding of man-agement issues as related to emergency medical services.

EMS 231 EMS LEADERSHIP TECHNIQUES (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toemergency medical services leadership. Topics includevalues and personal styles in leadership, conflict man-agement, work motivation, group dynamics, and orga-nizational behavior. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate appropriate EMS leader-ship techniques.

EMS 232 COMPUTERS IN EMS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts as relatedto the use of computers in emergency medical services.Topics include microcomputers as used in EMS, soft-ware applications to include word processing, spreadsheets, database systems, electronic filing systems, gen-eral accounting procedures, professional development,and patient documentation. Upon course completion,students should have an understanding of how com-puters are utilized in emergency medical services.

EMS 233 MEDIA AND EMS MARKETING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toEMS marketing. Topics include the communicationcycle, nonverbal communication procedures, preparingoral presentations, public speaking skills, communica-tions during crisis situations, marketing EMS, and vari-ous forms of media related to EMS. Upon coursecompletion, students should be able to describe waysmarketing and media are used for emergency medicalservices.

EMS 234 DECISION MAKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING IN EMS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts relating toproblem solving and decision making. Topics includedecision making in the emergency and non-emergencysetting, group dynamics and the group thinking phe-nomenon. Upon course completion, students shouldbe able to begin to use critical thinking skills to solveproblems and make appropriate decisions.

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EMS 235 EMS FINANCE AND COST ACCOUNTING(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toemergency medical services finance. Topics include thebudget process, creative financing strategies, accountingprocedures, and basic grantsmanship. Upon coursecompletion, students should be able to develop a budget,utilize accounting procedures, and present creative financ-ing strategies.

EMS 236 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN EMS(3T) 3 credits PREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts as related tohuman resource management in emergency medical ser-vices. Topics include supervision, organization, humanrelations, grievances, training, and labor law. Uponcourse completion, students should be able to describeeffective ways to deal with labor disputes, grievances,and human resource training.

EMS 237 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS FOR EMS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts relating tobusiness and corporate law. Topics include tort pro-ceedings in emergency medical services; implicationsof a law suit; types of professional liability coverage; andfederal, state, and local reporting/compliance require-ments for emergency medical services. Upon coursecompletion, students should have an understanding of thelaws and requirements affecting EMS.

EMS 238 QUALITY ASSURANCE IN EMS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with concepts related toensuring quality patient care in emergency medical ser-vices. Topics include fundamental principles of EMSmedical control and accountability, performance, andevaluation. Upon completion, students should have aknowledge of how an effective quality assurance plan inemergency medical services is implemented.

EMS 239 PRECEPTORSHIP IN EMS MANAGEMENT(9P3) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course provides students with field experiences inemergency medical services management. Students areassigned to an EMS service and work under the directsupervision of the chief operating officer, completingvarious assigned administrative tasks throughout thepreceptorship. Upon course completion, students shouldhave an understanding of the various areas and tasksinvolved in managing an emergency medical servicesagency.

EMS 264 PARAMEDIC REGISTRY REVIEW (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course for theParamedic and/or as required by program.This course provides students with theory and practicalapplication in preparation for the National Registry Para-medic examination. The course includes a review ofknowledge and skill objectives as contained in the Nation-al Standard Training Curriculum for the Paramedic. Stu-

dents successfully completing this course are required toattain specific cognitive, psychomotor, and affectivedomain competencies.

EMS 265 PARAMEDIC REFRESHER (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course for theParamedic and/or as required by program.This course provides students with a review of materialcontained in the current National Standard Training Cur-riculum (NSTC) for the Paramedic. It also serves as atransition or bridge course when a new national cur-riculum is adopted. This course contains specific contentareas as defined by the NSTC. Students are required tocomplete specific competencies for successful coursecompletion.

EMS 266 ADVANCED CV LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ProviderCourse provides students with concepts related toadvanced cardiovascular life support. Content areasinclude acute myocardial infarction, stroke, cardiovas-cular pharmacology, electrophysiology, various rhythmdisturbances, and techniques of management of cardio-vascular emergencies. The course is taught in accor-dance with national standards and requires specificstudent competencies. Students successfully complet-ing this course will receive appropriate documentationof course completion.

EMS 267 BASIC TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: LPN, R.N., Intermediate EMT, Para-medic, and/or as required by program.This course provides students with theory and demon-stration in advanced trauma care and management. Con-tent areas include mechanism of trauma, traumaassessment, airway -breathing-circulation management,trauma to various portions of the body, multiple systemtrauma, and load-and-go situations. The course is taughtin accordance with national standards and requires spe-cific student competencies. Students successfully com-pleting this course will receive appropriate documentationof course completion.

EMS 269 PEDIATRIC MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: LPN, RN, Intermediate EMT, Para-medic, and/or as required by program.This course provides students with theory and simulat-ed case studies in pediatric care. Content areas includerecognition of pediatric pre-arrest conditions; shock;basic life support; oxygenation and airway control; new-born resuscitation; essentials in pediatric resuscitation;dysrhythmia recognition and management; vascularaccess; and use of medications. This course is taught inaccordance with national standards and requires specif-ic student competencies. Students successfully com-pleting this course will receive appropriate documentationof course completion.

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EMS 270 ADVANCED NEONATAL LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: RN, Paramedic, and/or as required byprogram.This course provides students with theory and demon-stration in advanced neonatal care. Content areas includephysiology of a newborn; causes of arrest in the neonate;initial steps in the resuscitation to include thermal man-agement, positioning, suctioning, and tactile stimula-tion; use of resuscitation equipment and procedures forresuscitation; chest compressions and special consid-erations; anatomy of the neonates airway and endotra-cheal intubation; and resuscitation medications. Thecourse is taught in accordance with national standardsand requires specific student competencies for suc-cessful course completion.

EMS 274 PRE-HOSPITAL 12 LEAD EKG (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course is designed for EMT-Intermediates and Para-medics to introduce them to the importance of decreas-ing “door to treatment” time for acute myocardialinfarction patients by transmitting a 12-Lead EKG beforearrival at a medical facility. Topics include the prehospitalevaluation program; prehospital cardiac evaluationassessment; components of 12-Lead recognition in anacute myocardial infarction; acquiring and transmittingthe 12-Lead EKG; chest pain protocols; and practice ses-sions in 12-Lead EKG recognition with suspectedmyocardial infarction. Completion of student compe-tencies are required for successful course completion.

EMS 277 PEDIATRIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT PROVIDER (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 267 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory and demon-stration in advanced trauma management for the pediatricpatient. Content areas include mechanism of injury,trauma assessment and management, airway-breath-ing-circulation management, and management of thepediatric patient with pre-existing medical conditions.The course is taught in accordance with national stan-dards and requires specific student competencies. Stu-dents successfully completing this course will receiveappropriate documentation of course completion.

EMS 280 BASIC LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Successful completion, within the past12 months, of all areas of basic life support training(CPR).This course provides students with concepts as relatedto areas of basic life support instruction. Topics includehistory, concepts, and systems of emergency cardiaccare; cardiopulmonary physiology, dysfunction, andactions for survival; introduction to the performance ofCPR; foreign body airway obstruction management;pediatric basic life support; special techniques/resusci-tation situations, pitfalls, and complications; teachingand learning in basic life support; teaching strategies;and basic provider course organizations. Student willalso successfully participate in practice teaching of acardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) class prior to

course completion. Students successfully completingthis course will receive appropriate documentation ofcourse completion.

EMS 281 ADVANCED CV LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 266 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides the student with theory and prac-tice in the techniques of teaching advanced cardiovas-cular life support (ACLS). The course is taught inaccordance with national standards. Students will alsosuccessfully participate in practice teaching of an ACLSprovider course prior to course completion. Studentssuccessfully completing this course will receive appro-priate documentation of course completion.

EMS 282 BASIC TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 267 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory and practicein the techniques of teaching Basic Trauma Life Sup-port (BTLS). The course is taught to provide instructortraining in trauma care and management in accordancewith national standards. Students will also successful-ly participate in practice teaching of a BTLS providercourse prior to course completion. Students successfullycompleting this course will receive appropriate docu-mentation of course completion.

EMS 284 PEDIATRIC MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 269 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students theory and practice inteaching pediatric medical life support. Topics includerecognition of pediatric pre-arrest conditions; shock;basic life support; oxygenation and airway control; new-born resuscitation; essentials in pediatric resuscitation;dysrhythmia recognition and management; vascularaccess; pediatric trauma; and use of medications. Thiscourse is taught in accordance with national standards.Students will also successfully participate in practiceteaching of a pediatric medical life support providercourse prior to course completion. Students successfullycompleting this course will receive appropriate docu-mentation of course completion.

EMS 285 ADVANCED NEONATAL LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: EMS 270 and/or as required by pro-gram.This course provides students with theory and practicein teaching advanced neonatal life support. Topicsinclude physiology of a newborn; causes of arrest in theneonate; initial steps in the resuscitation to include ther-mal management, positioning, suctioning, and tactilestimulation; use of resuscitation equipment and proce-dures for resuscitation; chest compressions and spe-cial considerations; anatomy of the neonates airway andendotracheal intubation; and resuscitation medications.This course focuses on only the neonate and not pedi-

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atrics in general. This course is taught in accordancewith national standards. Students will also successfullyparticipate in practice teaching of a neonatal advanced lifesupport provider course prior to course completion. Stu-dents successfully completing this course will receiveappropriate documentation of course completion.

ENGLISH (COM)

COM 100 INTRODUCTORY TECHNICAL ENGLISH I(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Appropriate Placement Score This course is designed to enhance reading and writingskills for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on technicalreading, job-related vocabulary, sentence writing, punc-tuation, and spelling with substantial focus on occupa-tional performance requirements. Upon completion,students should be able to identify main ideas with sup-porting details and produce mechanically correct shortwritings appropriate to the workplace. (Course will notapply in any degree program.)

COM 103 INTRODUCTORY TECHNICAL ENGLISH II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” or better in COM 100 orappropriate placement score.This course is designed to enhance writing and speakingskills for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on generatingshort writings such as job application documents, mem-oranda, and developing interpersonal communicationskills with employees and the public with substantialfocus on occupational performance requirements andindustry standards. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to prepare effective, short, and job-related writ-ten and oral communications. (Course will not apply inany degree program.)

ENGLISH (ENG)

ENG 092 BASIC ENGLISH I (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a review of basic writing skills and basicgrammar. Emphasis is placed on the composing processof sentences and paragraphs in standard American writ-ten English. Students will demonstrate these skills chieflythrough the writing of well-developed, multi-sentenceparagraphs.

ENG 093 BASIC ENGLISH II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 092or satisfactory placement scoreThis course is a review of composition skills and gram-mar. Emphasis is placed on coherence and the use of avariety of sentence structures in the composing processand on standard American written English usage. Stu-dents will demonstrate these skills chiefly through thewriting of paragraph blocks and short essays.

ENG 101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Grade of “C” or better in ENG 093 orsatisfactory ACT, SAT, or placement scoreEnglish Composition I provides instruction and practicein the writing of at least six (6) extended compositions andthe development of analytical and critical reading skillsand basic reference and documentation skills in the com-position process. English Composition I may includeinstruction and practice in library usage.

ENG 102 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 101or equivalentEnglish Composition II provides instruction and practicein the writing of six (6) formal, analytical essays, at leastone of which is a research project using outside sourcesand/or references effectively and legally. Additionally,English Composition II provides instruction in the devel-opment of analytical and critical reading skills in the com-position process. English Composition II may includeinstruction and practice in library usage.

ENG 130 TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 101or equivalentThis course provides instruction in the production oftechnical and/or scientific reports. Emphasis is placed onresearch, objectivity, organization, composition, docu-mentation, and presentation of the report. Students willdemonstrate the ability to produce a written technical orscientific report by following the prescribed process andformat.

ENG 251 AMERICAN LITERATURE I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 102or equivalentThis course is a survey of American literature from itsinception to the middle of the nineteenth century. Empha-sis is placed on representative works and writers of thisperiod and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philo-sophical forces that shaped these works and that arereflected in them. Upon completion and in written com-

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positions, students will be able to interpret the aesthet-ic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the worksto their historical and literary contexts, and understandrelevant criticism and research.

ENG 252 AMERICAN LITERATURE II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 102 orequivalentThis course is a survey of American literature from themiddle of the nineteenth century to the present. Empha-sis is placed on representative works and writers of thisperiod and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philo-sophical forces that shaped these works and that arereflected in them. Upon completion and in written com-position, students will be able to interpret the aestheticand thematic aspects of these works, relate the works totheir historical and literary contexts, and understand rel-evant criticism and research.

ENG 261 ENGLISH LITERATURE I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 102 orequivalentThis course is a survey of English literature from theAnglo-Saxon period to the Romantic Age. Emphasis isplaced on representative works and writers of this peri-od and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philo-sophical forces that shaped these works and that arereflected in them. Upon completion and in written com-positions, students will be able to interpret the aesthet-ic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the worksto their historical and literary contexts, and understandrelevant criticism and research.

ENG 262 ENGLISH LITERATURE II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 102 orequivalentThis course is a survey of English literature from theRomantic Age to the present. Emphasis is placed onrepresentative works and writers of this period and on theliterary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces thatshaped these works and that are reflected in them. Uponcompletion and in written compositions, students willbe able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects ofthese works, relate the works to their historical and lit-erary contexts, and understand relevant criticism andresearch.

ENG 271 WORLD LITERATURE I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 102 orequivalentThis course is a study of selected literary masterpiecesfrom Homer to the Renaissance. Emphasis is placedon major representative works and writers of this periodand on the literary, cultural, historical and philosophi-cal forces that shaped these works and that are reflect-ed in them. Upon completion and in writtencompositions, students will be able to interpret the aes-thetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate theworks to their historical and literary contexts, and under-stand relevant criticism and research.

ENG 272 WORLD LITERATURE II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 102 orequivalentThis course is a study of selected literary masterpiecesfrom the Renaissance to the present. Emphasis is placedon major representative works and writers of this periodand on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophicalforces that shaped these works and that are reflected inthem. Upon completion and in written compositions,students will be able to interpret the aesthetic and the-matic aspects of these works, relate the works to theirhistorical and literary contexts, and understand relevantcriticism and research.

ENG 297 AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A grade of “C” or better in ENG 102 orequivalentThis course is a study of literature produced by repre-sentative African Americans from the eighteenth centu-ry to the present. The course emphasizes the diversityof themes and techniques found in these works andexamines the historical, cultural, literary and philosophicalforces that shaped these works and that are reflected inthem. Students will demonstrate the ability to interpretthe literature and to relate the works to their historical andliterary contexts.

ENG 298 SPECIAL TOPICS IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (1-2T) 1-2 creditsThis course, which may be repeated for credit so long asthe topics differ, permits a student to study with aninstructor a topic in English language or in literature.Emphasis is placed on a narrowly focused topic in whichthe instructor has special expertise, knowledge, or inter-est. Students will demonstrate through a research paperand/or a literary critique an understanding of the topic.

ENG 299 DIRECTED STUDIES IN LANGUAGE ANDLITERATURE (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course, which may be repeated for credit so long asthe topics differ, provides the student the opportunityto study an English language or literary topic chosen bythe student in consultation with the instructor. Empha-sis is placed on the student’s investigating the topic andreporting the results of the investigation. The student willdemonstrate knowledge of the topic through either awritten or an oral presentation.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGEALABAMA LANGUAGE INSTITUTE (ALI)

ALI 030 COMPOSITION I (3T) 3 creditsThis course is the beginner course in writing for non-native English speakers. This course provides instruc-tion in basic sentence patterns and progresses throughfully developed essays. Upon completion, students willdemonstrate improvement in use of standard writtenEnglish.

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ALI 040 READING AND VOCABULARY I (3T) 3 creditsThis course is the beginning reading and comprehen-sion course for non-native English speakers. This courseprovides instruction in a variety of technical, literary andrecreational readings. Upon completion, students willdemonstrate improvement in English and reading andcomprehension.

ALI 050 CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH I (3T) 3 creditsThis course is the beginner course in oral communicationfor non-native English speakers. This course providesinstruction in practice dialogues and grammatical exer-cises as well as free conversation. Upon completion,students will demonstrate improvement in oral commu-nication skills.

FIRE SERVICES MANAGEMENT (FSC)

FSC 101 INTRODUCTION TO THE FIRE SERVICE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of the philosophy and history offire protection, loss of property and life by fire, reviewof municipal fire defenses, and the organization and func-tion of federal, state, county, city, and private fire pro-tection.

FSC 200 FIRE COMBAT TACTICS AND STRATEGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a review of fire chemistry, equipment andmanpower, basic fire fighting tactics and strategy, meth-ods of attack and preplanning fire problems.

FSC 210 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR THE FIRE SERVICE (3T) 3 creditsThis course highlights and assesses the problems andhazards to fire personnel when a building is attacked byfire or is under stress from other factors dealing withcollapse.

FSC 240 FIRE CAUSE DETERMINATION(3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the burning characteristics of com-bustibles, interpretation of clues, burn patterns leading topoints of origin, identification of incendiary indications,sources of ignition and ignited materials, and preserva-tion of fire science evidence.

FSC 292 ELEMENTS OF SUPERVISION/FIRE SERVICE SUPERVISION (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the responsibility of supervisors,organization, human relations, grievance training, rat-ing, promotion, quality-quantity control, and manage-ment-employee relations.

FRENCH (FRN)

FRN 101 INTRODUCTORY FRENCH I(4T) 4 creditsThis course provides an introduction to French. Topicsinclude the development of basic communication skillsand the acquisition of basic knowledge of the culturesof French-speaking areas.

FRN 102 INTRODUCTORY FRENCH II(4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: FRN 101 or equivalent.This continuation course includes the development ofbasic communication skills and the acquisition of basicknowledge of the cultures of French-speaking areas.

FRN 201 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: FRN 102 or equivalentThis course includes a review and further development ofcommunication skills. Topics include readings of literary,historical, and/or cultural texts.

FRN 202 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: FRN 201or equivalentThis continuation course includes a review and furtherdevelopment of communication skills. Topics includereadings of literary, historical, and/or cultural texts.

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM TECH (GIS)

GIS 101 INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY (2T) 2 creditsThis is an introductory GIS course focusing on maps,map analysis, and an introduction to computers. Empha-sis is placed on raster GIS capabilities, data acquisition,spatial databases, and using GIS and GIS trends. Uponcompletion, students will demonstrate the ability to us GISin spatial analysis, output, graphics output design issues,modes of user/GIS interaction, generating complex prod-ucts and GIS for archives. (Taught on Demand)

GEOGRAPHY (GEO)

GEO 100 WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY(3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys various countries and major regionsof the world with respect to location and landscape, worldimportance and political status, population, type of econ-omy, external and internal organization and relations,problems and potentials.

GEO 101 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY I(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPhysical Geography I is the first in a two-part sequenceincluding topics such as weather and climate relative tothe earth and relationships between the earth and sun.Laboratory is required. (Natural Science course)

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GEO 102 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY II(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPhysical Geography II is the second in a two-partsequence including topics such as landforms, land-scapes, soil and vegetation of the earth. Laboratory isrequired. (Natural Science course)

GEO 200 GEOGRAPHY OF NORTH AMERICA(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: GEO 100This course is a survey of the geography of the UnitedStates and Canada with special emphasis on land usage,mineral resources, industrial development, and socialand economic adaptation of man and the natural envi-ronment.

GEO 201 PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN GEOGRAPHY(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: GEO 100This course surveys the science of location, with empha-sis on human activities as it relates to agricultural andindustrial activities, and cities as market and productioncenters. Emphasis will be placed on human networks.

GEO 220 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY(3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to natural features of theearth. It concentrates on weather, climate, soil, and veg-etation associations, on landforms and on the forcesthat have been active in shaping the earth’s surface.

GERMAN (GRN)

GRN 101 INTRODUCTORY GERMAN I (4T) 4 creditsThis course provides an introduction to German. Topicsinclude the development of basic communication skillsand the acquisition of basic knowledge of the cultures ofGerman-speaking areas.

GRN 102 INTRODUCTORY GERMAN II(4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: GRN 101 or equivalentThis continuation course includes the development ofbasic communication skills and the acquisition of basicknowledge of the cultures of German-speaking areas.

GRN 201 INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: GRN 102 or equivalentThis course includes a review and further developmentof communication skills. Topics include readings of lit-erary, historical, and/or cultural texts.

GRN 202 INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: GRN 201 or equivalentThis continuation course includes a review and furtherdevelopment of communication skills. Topics includereadings in literary, historical and/or cultural texts.

HEALTH EDUCATION (HED)

HED 221 PERSONAL HEALTH (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces principles and practices of per-sonal and family health. It includes human reproduc-tion, growth and development, psychological dimensionsof health, human sexuality, nutrition and fitness, aging,death and dying.

HED 222 COMMUNITY HEALTH (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces principles and practices of com-munity health. It includes drug use and abuse, com-municable diseases, cardiovascular diseases, cancer,consumer health, health organization, and environmen-tal concerns.

HED 226 WELLNESS (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course provides health-related education to thoseindividuals seeking advancement in the area of person-al wellness. This course has 5 major components: (1) fit-ness and health assessment, (2) physical work capacity,(3) education, (4) reassessment and (5) retesting.

HED 230 SAFETY AND FIRST AID (3T) 3 creditsHED 230 is divided into two parts. The first part concernsitself with the development of a safety education pro-gram within an organization (i.e. school, office, shop,etc.). The second part deals with physical injuries, emer-gency care, and treatment of those injuries. CPR certi-fication and Standard Red Cross cards are given uponsuccessful completion of American Red Cross require-ments.

HED 231 FIRST AID (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction to the immediate, tem-porary care which should be given to the victims of acci-dents and sudden illnesses. It also includes standardand advanced requirements of the American Red Crossand/or the American Heart Association. CPR trainingalso is included.

HED 277 CPR RECERTIFICATION (1T) 1 creditIn this course, instruction and review of up-dated infor-mation concerning cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)is presented. The student must satisfactorily executeskills needed to meet requirements for recertification inBasic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) as required by theAmerican Heart Association.

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HISTORY (HIS)

HIS 101 WESTERN CIVILIZATION I(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of social, intellectual, economic,and political developments which have molded the mod-ern western world. The course covers the ancient andmedieval periods and concludes in the era of the Renais-sance and Reformation.

HIS 102 WESTERN CIVILIZATION II(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a continuation of HIS 101; it surveys devel-opment of the modern western world from the era of theRenaissance and Reformation to the present.

HIS 111 TECHNOLOGY AND CIVILIZATION I(3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces the interaction between technol-ogy and culture in World History from prehistoric timesto 1750. While the course provides a basic survey ofWorld History, primary emphasis is placed on techno-logical change and its consequences.

HIS 112 TECHNOLOGY AND CIVILIZATION II(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a continuation of HIS 111. It surveys tech-nology and culture in World History from 1750 to thepresent. The course provides a basic survey of modernworld history. The course places primary emphasis ontechnological change and its consequences.

HIS 121 WORLD HISTORY I (3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys social, intellectual, economic, andpolitical developments which have molded the modernworld. Focus is on both non-western and western civi-lizations from the prehistoric to the early modern era.

HIS 122 WORLD HISTORY II (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a continuation of HIS 121; it covers worldhistory, both western and non-western, from the earlymodern era to the present.

HIS 201 UNITED STATES HISTORY I (3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys United States history during colonial,Revolutionary, early national, and antebellum periods.It concludes with the Civil War and Reconstruction.

HIS 202 UNITED STATES HISTORY II (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a continuation of HIS 201; it surveys Unit-ed States history from the Reconstruction era to the pre-sent.

HIS 216 HISTORY OF WORLD RELIGIONS (3T) 3 creditsThis course presents a comparison of the major reli-gions of the world from an historical perspective. Empha-sis is placed on the origin, development, and socialinfluence of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Bud-dhism, and others.

HIS 220 CONTEMPORARY STUDIES (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides a survey of contemporary prob-lems and issues within an historical context. Topicsmight include nationalism, the rise of Islam as a power-

ful influence in the post-Cold War environment, envi-ronmental issues, and the impact of colonialism on mod-ern, Third World society.

HIS 256 AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY(3T) 3 creditsThis course focuses on the experience of African-Amer-ican people in the Western Hemisphere, particularly inthe United States. It surveys the period from the Africanorigins of the slave trade during the period of explorationand colonization to the present. The course presents acomparison between the African experience in the Unit-ed States and in Mexico and South America.

HIS 260 ALABAMA HISTORY (3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys development of the state of Alabamafrom its prehistoric times to the present. The coursepresents material on the discovery, exploration, colo-nization, territorial period, antebellum Alabama, Recon-struction, and modern history.

HIS 299 DIRECTED STUDIES IN HISTORY(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course affords students opportunities to study select-ed topics of an historical nature either as part of classor on an individual basis.

HIS 299A HISTORY OF THE ANTEBELLUM SOUTH(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis is a special History section in that it revolves arounda 2-day field trip in the Antebellum South. The trip willconsist of visiting several antebellum plantations/homesin the South. Two major topics will be addressed in thiscourse and on the trip; (1) Life in/on southern antebellumplantations, and (2) the Jacksonian Era. In the readingsfor this course, the student will be introduced to a varietyof peoples, places, and events that played an integralpart in shaping the antebellum south. On the trip, thestudent will see numerous sites ranging from RippavillaPlantation to The Hermitage. This trip back through timewill, among other things, enable the student to perceivethe past as it was experienced by those at the time andacquire both a comprehension of diverse cultures andof shared humanity.

HIS 299B SOUTHERN CIVIL WAR HISTORY(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis is a special History section in that it revolves arounda 2-day field trip to southern Civil War locations. Thetrip will consist of visiting several locations that wereimportant in the South’s attempt at independence fromthe Union. Two major topics will be addressed in thiscourse and on the trip; (1) Life in the south before, dur-ing, and after the Civil War, and (2) some of the battlesthat took place in the South. In the readings for thiscourse, the student will be introduced to a variety of peo-ples, places, and events that played an integral part inshaping the South’s struggle for independence. On thetrip, the student will see numerous sites ranging fromCarnton House to the Shiloh Battlefield. This trip backthrough time will, among other things, enable the stu-dent to perceive the past as those at the time experi-enced it and acquire both a comprehension of diversecultures and of shared humanity.

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HIS 299C NATCHEZ TRACE HISTORY(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis is a special History section in that it revolves arounda 3-day field trip down the Natchez Trace Parkway. Thetrip will consist of visiting several locations that wereimportant in development and growth of the NatchezTrace. Two major topics will be addressed in this courseand on the trip; (1) Life and travel along the Old NatchezTrace, and (2) Mounds and Mound Builders along theOld Natchez Trace. In the readings for this course, the stu-dent will be introduced to a variety of peoples, and insome cases, specific individuals, who traveled, settled,lived, and died along this historic path. On the trip, thestudent will see numerous historic markers and sitesranging from pre-Columbian Indian mounds to early 19thcentury stands. This trip back through time will, amongother things, enable the student to perceive the past asthose at the time experienced it and acquire both a com-prehension of diverse cultures and of shared humanity.

HEALTH SCIENCE (HPS)

HPS 100 SAFETY ISSUES FOR CLINICAL PRACTICE(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: ENG 101, SPH 107, PSY 200, MTH 100or MTH 112 or MTH 116 (FOR NUR STUDENTS; ONLY)or Permission of instructor.COREQUISITE: BIO 201, PSY 210, NUR 110, NUR 131,NUR 241 (FOR NUR STUDENTS ONLY).This course focuses on microbial and physical safetyfor clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on guidelinesestablished by the Occupational Safety and Health Admin-istration (OSHA) and the Alabama State Department ofPublic Health: topics include prevention of transmissionof blood-borne and air-borne pathogens as well as pre-vention of injuries during clinical practice. Upon com-pletion of this course, the student should be able toparticipate in the clinical setting implementing measureswhich will prevent injuries and using appropriate uni-versal precautions.

HPS 105 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course is an application for the language of medi-cine. Emphasis is placed on terminology associatedwith health care, spelling, pronunciation, and meaningsassociated with prefixes, suffixes, and roots as theyrelate to anatomical body systems. Upon completionof this course, the student should be able to correctlyabbreviate medical terms and appropriately use med-ical terminology in verbal and written communication.

HPS 113 SPANISH FOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to Spanish with afocus on the basic communication skills and vocabu-lary needed by health professionals when a non-Englishspeaking Hispanic enters a health care setting. Topicsinclude soliciting identification information, history tak-ing, performance of physical exam and giving instructionson general care and follow-up.

HPS 114 BASIC PHARMACOLOGY (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course is an introduction to basic pharmacology.Content includes classifications, indications, con-traindications, desired effects, and side effects of med-ications used during diagnostic procedures and theprevention and treatment of common illnesses. Uponcompletion of the course, the student should be able torelate basic pharmacological concepts to the mainte-nance of health.

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES (IDS)

IDS 114 INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINAR: CURRENT TOPICSIN HUMAN CONCERNS (1-2T) 1-2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.This course is a seminar/discussion course designed toprovide an opportunity for the student to conduct an in-depth investigation of selected topics. The particulartopic selected will include issues from two or more dis-ciplines and is determined by faculty and student inter-est. Classroom experiences emphasize and help developskills in organizing and presenting information as well asexplaining and defending ideas and conclusions. Anoral seminar presentation is required. IDS 114 may berepeated for credit.

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY (ILT)

ILT 103 INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGY (1T, 6M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ELT 105 or permission of instructorThis course introduces various hand and power tools,basic blueprint reading, basic rigging and basic maththat will be used in the electronic, instrumentation andelectrical trades. Emphasis is placed on basic hand tooland power tool safety and procedures for selecting,inspecting, using and maintaining these tools. Uponcompletion, students should be able to identify and usevarious hand and power tools, read a blueprint and knowhow to perform basic rigging.

ILT 104 INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTATION (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ILT 103COREQUISITE: MTH 104This course provides a study of instrumentation cir-cuits/systems. Topics include the use of transducers,detectors, actuators, and/or other devices and equip-ment in industrial applications. Upon completion, thestudent should be able to apply principles of instru-mentation circuits and systems.

ILT 105 INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTATION LAB (6M) 2 creditsCOREQUISITE: ILT 104, ILT 105A companion to ILT 104, this lab includes the use oftransducers, detectors, actuators, and/or other devicesand equipment in industrial application. Upon comple-tion of the course, the student should be able to applyprinciples of instrumentation circuits and systems.

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ILT 108 INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUMENTS AND PROCESS CONTROL (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ILT 104, ILT 105This course is an introductory study of the control devicesand methods used in industry for the control and trans-mission of information pertaining to process variables.This study includes an introduction to instrumentationand control mathematics. This course also providesinstruction in the fundamental concepts of pressure,force, weight, motion, liquid level, fluid flow and tem-perature.

ILT 109 INSTRUMENTATION OPERATION AND CALIBRATION (2T, 2E) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: ILT 108This course is an in-depth study of the hardware usedto measure and control process variables. The studentlearns the principles of operating, servicing, maintain-ing, calibrating and troubleshooting procedures used inmechanical, pneumatic, electronic and digital basedindustrial transmitters, recorders, controllers, valves andother control devices.

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY (INT)

INT 112 INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE SAFETY PROCEDURES (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an in-depth study of the health and safe-ty practices required for maintenance of industrial pro-duction equipment. Topics include traffic, ladder,electrical, and fire safety, safe work in confined spaces,electrical and mechanical lock-out procedures, emer-gency procedures, OSHA regulations, MSDS Right-to-Know law, hazardous materials safety, and safetyequipment use and care. Upon course completion, stu-dents will be able to implement health and safety practicesin an industrial setting.

INT 233 INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE METAL WELDING AND CUTTING TECHNIQUES(1T, 6M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in the fundamentals ofacetylene cutting and the basics of SMAW welding need-ed for the maintenance and repair of industrial productionequipment. Topics include oxy-fuel safety, choice of cut-ting equipment, proper cutting angles, equipment setup,cutting plate and pipe, hand tools, types of metal weldingmachines, rod and welding joints, and common weld-ing passes and beads. Upon course completion, stu-dents will demonstrate the ability to perform metalwelding and cutting techniques necessary for repairingand maintaining industrial equipment.

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY (MTT)

MTT 101 BASIC MACHINING TECHNOLOGY(1T, 4E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 121This course introduces machining operations as theyrelate to the metalworking industry. Topics includemachine shop safety, measuring tools, lathes, drillingmachines, saws, milling machines, bench grinders, andlayout instruments. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to safely perform the basic operations of mea-suring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning and milling.

MTT 102 INTERMEDIATE MACHINE TECHNOLOGY(1T, 4E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 101This course provides additional instruction and practicein the use of precision measuring tools, lathes, millingmachines, and grinders. Emphasis is placed on setupand operation of machine tools including the selection anduse of work holding devices, speeds, feeds, cutting tools,and coolants. Upon completion, students should be ableto perform basic procedures on precision grinders andadvanced operations of measuring, layout, drilling, saw-ing, turning and milling.

MTT 104 BASIC MACHINING CALCULATIONS(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 101This course introduces basic calculations as they relateto machining occupations. Emphasis is placed on basiccalculations and their applications in the machine shop.Upon completion, students should be able to performbasic shop calculations.

MTT 105 LATHE SET-UP AND OPERATIONS(2T, 8E) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 102This course includes more advanced lathe practices suchas taper turning, threading, boring, and set-up proce-dures. Emphasis is placed on safety procedures andmachinist responsibility in the set-up and operation oflathes. Upon completion, students should be able toapply lathe techniques to produce machine tool projects.

MTT 106 MILLING MACHINE OPERATIONS(2T,8E) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 102, MTT 104This course provides basic knowledge of millingmachines. Emphasis is placed on types of millingmachines and their uses, cutting speed, feed calcula-tions and set-up procedures. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to apply milling techniques to producemachine tool projects.

MTT 110 HANDBOOK FUNCTIONS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 104This course covers the use of the machinist’s handbook.Emphasis is placed on formulas, tables, usage and relat-ed information. Upon completion, students should beable to use the handbook in the calculation and setup ofmachine tools.

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MTT 121 BASIC BLUEPRINT READING FORMACHINISTS (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the basic principles of blueprint read-ing and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings;interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions,notes, and thread notations. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to interpret basic drawings, visualizeparts, and make pictorial sketches.

MTT 131 INTRODUCTION TO METROLOGY(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 121, 143This course introduces the care and use of precisionmeasuring instruments. Emphasis is placed on theinspection of machine parts and use of a wide varietyof measuring instruments. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate the correct use of mea-suring instruments.

MTT 142 ADVANCED MACHINING CALCULATIONS (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 104This course combines mathematical functions with prac-tical machine shop applications and problems. Empha-sis is placed on gear ratios, lead screws, indexingproblems, and their applications in the machine shop.Upon completion, students should be able to calculatesolutions to machining problems.

MTT 143 GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING ANDTOLERANCING (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 121This course serves as an introduction to geometricdimensioning and tolerancing for students who are pur-suing careers in manufacturing technology or their relat-ed fields. Topics covered include fundamentals ofsymbols, terms used in applications, positional toler-ance-coastal applications, data frame and conversiontables.

MTT 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MACHINETOOL TECHNOLOGY (1T, 3E, 3M) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is a guided independent study of specialprojects in machine tool technology. Emphasis is placedon student needs. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate skills developed to meet specif-ic needs.

MTT 200 INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is the study of industrial processes as theypertain to manufacturing. Emphasis will be placed onclassroom study of industrial practices and will be sup-plemented with field trips to manufacturing facilities.Upon completion, students should have knowledge ofindustrial practices and application.

MTT 201 ADVANCED MACHINING TECHNOLOGY(2T, 8E) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 106This course provides an introduction to advanced and

special machining operations. Emphasis is placed onworking to specified tolerances with special and advancedsetups. Upon completion, students should be able toproduce a part to specifications.

MTT 202 MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course covers preventive maintenance as well asrepair of machine tools. Emphasis is placed on safety,disassembly and assembly of lathes, grinders, saws,and milling machines. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to perform machine maintenance and repair ofmachine tools.

MTT 214 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROLGRAPHICS PROGRAMMING TURNING(3T, 6M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 105, CNC 111, CNC 115This course introduces Computer Numerical Controlgraphics programming and concepts for turning centerapplications. Emphasis is placed on the interaction ofmenus to develop a shape file in a graphics CAM systemto develop tool path geometry and part geometry. Uponcompletion, students should be able to develop a jobplan using CAM software, include machine selection,tool selection, operational sequence, speed, feed, andcutting depth.

MTT 215 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROLGRAPHICS PROGRAMMING MILLING(1T, 6M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 106, CNC 111, CNC 115This course introduces Computer Numerical Controlgraphics programming and concepts for machining cen-ter applications. Emphasis is placed on developing ashape file in a graphics CAM system and transferringcoded information from CAM graphics to the CNC millingcenter. Upon completion, students should be able todevelop a complete job plan using CAM software to cre-ate a multi-axis CNC program.

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MTT 217 ORIENTATION TO CNC (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course introduces the student to the concepts ofComputerized Numerical Control as it relates to the mod-ern industrial manufacturing workplace. Emphasis isplaced on computer-aided manufacturing, basic com-puter operations, and the cartesian coordinate system.Upon completion, students should be able to performbasic computer operations and recognize fundamentalmachining operations.

MTT 242 CNC PROGRAMMING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CNC 111A study of the theory of transforming blueprints intocomputer commands when using a computer controlledmill.

MTT 281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY (1T, 3E, 3M) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTT 102, MTT 106, MTT 121This course is a guided independent study of special pro-jects in machine tool technology. Emphasis is placedon student needs. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate skills developed to meet specif-ic needs.

MASS COMMUNICATIONS (MCM)

MCM 113, STUDENT PUBLICATIONS114, 115 (2-4E) 1-2 credits each

These courses offer practical experience in journalismskills through working on the staff of the student publi-cations.

MCM 130 NEWS REPORTING (3E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Typing ability.This course includes instruction and practice in news-gathering and newswriting techniques including method-ology, observation, interviews, and use of sources.

MCM 213, STUDENT PUBLICATIONS214, 215 (2-4E) 1-2 credits each

These courses offer practical experience in journalismskills through working on the staff of the student publi-cations.

MCM 250 MASS COMMUNICATIONS PRACTICUM (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides practical experience in mediathrough supervised part or full-time employment with anewspaper, radio or television station, or public rela-tions/advertising agency.

MATHEMATICS (MAH)

MAH 105 MATH FOR NURSING (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Satisfactory placement scoreThis course is a comprehensive review of arithmetic withbasic algebra and introduces calculations of solutionsand systems of measurement to meet the practical nurs-ing program requirement. Topics include a review ofbasic arithmetic, metric system conversions, ratio andproportion, and conversion among and between the met-ric, apothecaries, and household unit systems and intra-venous infusion rates as well as ethical, cultural, andlegal aspects of accurate mathematical skills. Upon com-pletion, students will demonstrate proficiency in calcu-lating drug dosages and IV infusion rates for adults andchildren.

MATHEMATICS (MTH)

MATHEMATICS COURSE NUMBERS DO NOT NECESSARILYREFLECT THE DIFFICULTY OF THE COURSE.

MTH 080 MATHEMATICS LABORATORY (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: NoneThis course is designed to offer supplemental help tostudents in mathematics. Students work in a laboratorysituation under qualified instructors. This course maybe repeated as needed. Emphasis is on arithmetic andalgebra as determined by the individual need of the stu-dents.

MTH 090 BASIC MATHEMATICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: NoneThis is a developmental course reviewing arithmeticalprinciples and computations designed to help the stu-dent’s mathematical proficiency for selected curriculumentrance.

MTH 091- DEVELOPMENTAL ALGEBRA I AND IIMTH 092 (3T) 3 credits each

PREREQUISITE: MTH 090 or appropriate mathematicsplacement score. (Placement score will determinewhere student begins in sequence.)This sequence of developmental courses provides thestudent with a review of arithmetic and algebraic skillsdesigned to provide sufficient mathematical proficiencynecessary for entry into Intermediate College Algebra.

MTH 098 ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 090 (Basic Mathematics) orappropriate mathematics placement scoreThis course is a review of the fundamental arithmeticand algebra operations. The topics include the numbersof ordinary arithmetic and their properties; integers andrational numbers; the solving of equations; polynomialsand factoring; and an introduction to systems of equationsand graphs.

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MTH 100 INTERMEDIATE COLLEGE ALGEBRA(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 092 (Developmental Algebra II)or MTH 098 (Elementary Algebra) or appropriate math-ematics placement scoreThis course provides a study of algebraic techniquessuch as linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equa-tions, systems of equations, and operations with expo-nents and radicals. Functions and relations areintroduced and graphed with special emphasis on lin-ear and quadratic functions. This course does not applytoward the general core requirement for mathematicsfor AS degrees.

MTH 103 INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICALMATHEMATICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 092 (Developmental Algebra II)or MTH 098 (Elementary Algebra) or appropriate math-ematics placement scoreThis course is designed for the student in technologyneeding simple arithmetic, algebraic, and right triangletrigonometric skills.

MTH 104 PLANE TRIGONOMETRY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 100 (Intermediate College Alge-bra)This course emphasizes such topics as the solution of tri-angles, vectors, geometric concepts and complex num-bers.

MTH 110 FINITE MATHEMATICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A minimum prerequisite of high schoolAlgebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II with an appropri-ate mathematics placement score. An alternative tothis is that the student should successfully pass with a“C” or higher (S if taken as pass/fail) MTH 100 - Inter-mediate College AlgebraThis course is intended to give an overview of topics infinite mathematics together with their applications, andis taken primarily by students who are not majoring inscience, engineering, commerce or mathematics (i.e.,students who are not required to take Calculus). Thiscourse will draw on and significantly enhance the stu-dent’s arithmetic and algebraic skills. The courseincludes sets, counting, permutations, combinations,basic probability (including Bayes’ Theorem), and intro-duction to statistics (including work with Binomial Dis-tributions and Normal Distributions), matrices and theirapplications to Markov chains and decision theory. Addi-tional topics may include symbolic logic, linear models,linear programming, the simplex method and applica-tions.

MTH 112 PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A minimum prerequisite of high schoolAlgebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II with an appropri-ate mathematics placement score. An alternative tothis is that the student should successfully pass with a“C” or higher (S if taken as pass/fail) MTH 100- Inter-mediate College Algebra.This course emphasizes the algebra of functions—includ-ing polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmicfunctions. The course also covers systems of equationsand inequalities, quadratic inequalities, and the binomi-

al theorem. Additional topics may include matrices,Cramer’s Rule, and mathematical induction.

MTH 113 PRECALCULUS TRIGONOMETRY(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A minimum prerequisite of high schoolAlgebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II with an appropri-ate mathematics placement score is required. Analternative to this is that the student should success-fully pass with a “C” or higher (S if taken as a pass/fail)MTH 112-Precalculus AlgebraThis course includes the study of trigonometric (circularfunctions) and inverse trigonometric functions, andincludes extensive work with trigonometric identitiesand trigonometric equations. The course also coversvectors, complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, andpolar coordinates. Additional topics may include conicsections, sequences, and using matrices to solve linearsystems.

MTH 115 PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA &TRIGONOMETRY (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: A minimum prerequisite of high schoolAlgebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II, with an appropri-ate mathematics placement score is required. Analternative to this is that the student should success-fully pass with a “C” or higher (S if taken as pass/fail)MTH 100 (Intermediate College Algebra) and receivepermission from the department chairperson.This course is a one-semester combination of Precal-culus Algebra and Precalculus Trigonometry intendedfor superior students. The course covers the followingtopics: the algebra of functions (including polynomial,rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions), sys-tems of equations and inequalities, quadratic inequalities,and the binomial theorem, as well as the study of trigono-metric (circular functions) and inverse trigonometricfunctions, and includes extensive work with trigono-metric identities and trigonometric equations, vectors,complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar coor-dinates.

MTH 116 MATHEMATICAL APPLICATIONS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 090 (Basic Mathematics) orappropriate mathematics placement scoreThis course provides practical applications of mathe-matics and includes selected topics from consumer mathand algebra. Some topics included are integers, per-cent, interest, ratio and proportion, metric system, prob-ability, linear equations, and problem solving. This is aterminal course designed for students seeking an AASdegree and does not meet the general core requirementfor mathematics for AS degrees.

MTH 117 COLLEGE MATHEMATICS WITH APPLICATIONS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 092 or MTH 098 or appropriate placement score.This is an applied course designed to meet mathematicsrequirements for some students in certificate and two-year terminal programs. Emphasis is placed on per-cent, interest, proportions, functions, graphing, systemsof equations, logarithmic and exponential functions, qua-dratics, and linear programming as used to solve applied

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problems in selected programs of study. This coursedoes not meet the general core requirement for mathe-matics.

MTH 118 TECHNICAL MATEMATICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 100 or appropriate mathematics placement score.This course includes selected topics from algebra, ana-lytic geometry, and trigonometry with emphasis on appli-cations to engineering technology. Topics may includevariation, determinants, conic sections, exponential andlogarithmic functions, and solutions of right triangles.This course does not apply toward the general corerequirement for mathematics.

MTH 120 CALCULUS AND ITS APPLICATIONS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: A minimum prerequisite of high schoolAlgebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II with an appropriatemathematics placement score is required. An alter-native to this is that the student should successfullypass with a “C” or higher MTH 112-Precalculus Alge-bra.This course is intended to give a broad overview of cal-culus and is taken primarily by students majoring in Com-merce and Business Administration. It includesdifferentiation and integration of algebraic, exponential,and logarithmic functions and applications to businessand economics. The course should include functions ofseveral variables, partial derivatives (including applica-tions), Lagrange Multipliers, L’Hopital’s Rule, and multipleintegration (including applications).

MTH 125 CALCULUS I (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: A minimum prerequisite of high schoolAlgebra I, Geometry and Algebra II with an appropriatemathematics placement score is required. An alter-native to this is that the student should successfullypass with a “C” or higher MTH 113 (PrecalculusTrigonometry) or MTH 115 (Precalculus Algebra &Trigonometry).This is the first of three courses in the basic calculussequence taken primarily by students in science, engi-neering, and mathematics. Topics include the limit of afunction; the derivative of algebraic, trigonometric, expo-nential, and logarithmic functions; and the definite inte-gral and its basic applications to area problems.Applications of the derivative are covered in detail, includ-ing approximations of error using differentials, maxi-mum and minimum problems, and curve sketching usingcalculus.

MTH 126 CALCULUS II (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 125 (Calculus I)This is the second of three courses in the basic calculussequence. Topics include vectors in the plane and inspace, lines and planes in space, applications of inte-gration (such as volume, arc length, work and averagevalue), techniques of integration, infinite series, polarcoordinates, and parametric equations.

MTH 227 CALCULUS III (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 126 (Calculus II)This is the third of three courses in the basic calculus

sequence. Topics include vector functions, functions oftwo or more variables, partial derivatives (including appli-cations), quadratic surfaces, multiple integration, andvector calculus (including Green’s Theorem, Curl andDivergence, surface integrals, and Stokes’ Theorem).

MTH 231 MATHEMATICS FOR THE ELEMENTARYTEACHER I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 090 (Basic Mathematics)This course is designed to provide appropriate insightsinto mathematics for students majoring in elementaryeducation and to ensure that students going into ele-mentary education are more than proficient at perform-ing basic arithmetic operations. Topics include logic,sets and functions, operations and properties of wholenumbers and integers including number theory; use ofmanipulatives by teachers to demonstrate abstract con-cepts; and by students while learning these abstract con-cepts as emphasized in the class. Upon completion,students are required to demonstrate proficiency in eachtopic studied as well as to learn teaching techniques thatare grade level and subject matter appropriate, and testfor mathematical proficiency and the learning of teachingconcepts.

MTH 232 MATHEMATICS FOR THE ELEMENTARYTEACHER II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 231 (Mathematics for the Ele-mentary Teacher I)This course is the second of a three-course sequenceand is designed to provide appropriate insights into math-ematics for students majoring in elementary educationand to ensure that students going into elementary edu-cation are more than proficient at performing basic arith-metic operations. Topics include numeration skills withfractions, decimals and percentages, elementary con-cepts of probability and statistics, and analytic geometryconcepts associated with linear equations and inequali-ties. The use of manipulatives and calculators in theteaching and learning process is stressed. Upon com-pletion, students will test for mathematical proficiencyand the learning of teaching concepts. Students alsowill demonstrate an appropriate teaching technique bypreparing a lesson and teaching it to the class for theirfinal exam grade.

MTH 237 LINEAR ALGEBRA (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 126 (Calculus II)This course introduces the basic theory of linear equationsand matrices, real vector spaces, bases and dimension,linear transformations and matrices, determinants, eigen-values and eigenvectors, inner product spaces, and thediagonalization of symmetric matrices. Additional topicsmay include quadratic forms and the use of matrix meth-ods to solve systems of linear differential equations.

MTH 238 APPLIED DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS I(3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MTH 227 (Calculus III)An introduction to numerical methods, qualitative behav-ior of first order differential equations, techniques forsolving separable and linear equations analytically, andapplications to various models (e.g. populations, motion,

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chemical mixtures, etc.); techniques for solving higherorder linear differential equations with constant coeffi-cients (general theory, undetermined coefficients, reduc-tion of order and the method of variation of parameters),with emphasis on interpreting the behavior of solutions,and applications to physical models whose governingequations are of higher order; the Laplace transform asa tool for the solution of initial value problems whoseinhomogeneous terms are discontinuous.

MTH 265 ELEMENTARY STATISTICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 100 (Intermediate College Alge-bra) or appropriate mathematics placement scoreThis course provides an introduction to methods of sta-tistics, including the following topics: sampling, fre-quency distributions, measures of central tendency,graphic representation, reliability, hypothesis testing,confidence intervals, analysis, regression, estimation,and applications. Probability, permutations, combina-tions, binomial theorem, random variables, and distrib-utions may be included.

MUSIC (MUL) (MUP) (MUS)

MUL 192-193A PIANO ENSEMBLE (2-4E) 1 creditMUL 292-293A PREREQUISITE: Audition and Permission of instructor

This course provides an opportunity for students to par-ticipate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed onrehearsing and performing literature appropriate to themission and goals of the group. Performances areassigned.

MUL 101-02 CLASS PIANO I, II (2E) 1 credit eachThese courses, to be taken in sequence, present funda-mentals of keyboard technique for students with littleor no previous training. Emphasis is placed on the rudi-ments of music, basic performance technique and gen-eral musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or asequence of courses, students should be able to demon-strate a basic proficiency in playing and a knowledge ofmusic fundamentals.

MUL 111-12 CLASS VOICE I, II, III, IVMUL 211-12 (2E) 1 credit each

These courses must be taken in sequence. Emphasisis placed on fundamentals of correct breathing, toneproduction, and diction for students with little or no pre-vious voice training. Literature appropriate for classlevel is studied. Upon completion of one or a sequenceof courses, students should be able to demonstrate abasic proficiency in singing and a knowledge of musicfundamentals. A minimum grade of “C” is required toprogress to next level.

MUL 161-63 CLASS FRETTED INSTRUMENTSI, II, III (2E) 1 credit eachThese courses must be taken in sequence. These cours-es include basic techniques, chords, scales, fingering,rhythm, strumming, and playing simple melodies. Theyare designed for students with little or no previous train-ing. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of music,basic performance technique and general musicianship

skills. Upon completion of one or a sequence of cours-es, students should be able to demonstrate a basic pro-ficiency in playing and a knowledge of musicfundamentals.

MUL 180-81 CHORALE (2-4E) 1-2 creditsMUL 280-81 PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor

These courses are selected performing ensembles opento all students. Chorale is required for voice majors andminors. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and per-forming literature appropriate to the mission and goalsof the group. Performances are assigned.

MUL 182-83 MADRIGAL SINGERS (2-4E) 1-2 creditsMUL 282-83 PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor and

auditionThis course provides an opportunity for students to par-ticipate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed onrehearsing and performing literature appropriate to themission and goals of the group. This course is a selecta cappella performing ensemble. Enrollment is limited.Performances are assigned.

MUL 184-85 CONNECTION (2-4E) 1-2 creditsMUL 284-85 PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor and audition

This course provides an opportunity for students to par-ticipate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed onrehearsing and performing literature appropriate to themission and goals of the group. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to effectively participate in perfor-mances presented by ensemble. Performances areassigned.

MUL 192-93B GUITAR ENSEMBLE (2-4E) 1-2 creditsMUL 292-93B PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor

This course provides ensemble experience for guitarstudents in playing standard literature and arrangementsand transcriptions for classical technique. Emphasis isplaced on rehearsing and performing literature appro-priate to the mission and goals of the group. Perfor-mances are assigned. This course is open to all studentsand is required for guitar majors.

MUL 196-97 JAZZ BAND (2-4E) 1-2 creditsMUL 296-97 PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor

This course provides an opportunity for students to par-ticipate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis is placed onrehearsing and performing literature appropriate to themission and goals of the group. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to effectively participate in perfor-mances presented by the ensemble. Performances areassigned.

MUP 101 PIANO (1E) 2 credits102, 201 PREREQUISITE: MUL 101, 102 or Permission of 202 instructor

Individual study, minimum grade of “B” is required toprogress to next level. Emphasis is placed on develop-ing technique, repertoire and performance skills com-mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Studentsare required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to effectively perform assigned reper-

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toire and technical studies in an appropriate performanceevaluation setting. At the conclusion of the last semes-ter of study, a sophomore recital is required.

MUP 103 ORGAN (1E) 2 credits104, 203, Individual study, minimum grade of “B” is required to 204 progress to next level. Emphasis is placed on develop-

ing technique, repertoire and performance skills com-mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Studentsare required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to effectively perform assigned repertoireand technical studies in an appropriate performance eval-uation setting. At the conclusion of the last semester ofstudy, a sophomore recital is required.

MUP 111 VOICE (1E) 2 credits112, 211 PREREQUISITE: MUL 111212 Individual instruction to include the study of standard

literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-oping technique, repertoire and performance skills com-mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Studentsare required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the lastsemester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimumgrade of “B” is required to progress to the next level.

MUP 133 GUITAR (1E) 2 credits134, 233 PREREQUISITE: MUL 161, 162234 Individual instruction to include the study of standard

literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-oping technique, repertoire and performance skills com-mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Studentsare required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the lastsemester, a sophomore recital is required. Minimumgrade of “B” is required to progress to the next level.

MUP 141 FLUTE (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits142, 241 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 242 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-

oping technique, repertoire and performance skills com-mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Studentsare required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the lastsemester, a sophomore recital is required. Minimumgrade of “B” is required to progress to the next level.

MUP 143 CLARINET (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits144, 243 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 244 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-

oping technique, repertoire and performance skills com-mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Studentsare required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the lastsemester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimumgrade of “B” is required to progress to the next level.

MUP 145 CLARINET (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits146, 245 Individual instruction to include the study of standard246 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-

oping technique, repertoire and performance skills com-

mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Stu-dents are required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the lastsemester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimumgrade of “B” is required to progress to the next level.

MUP 151 OBOE (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits152, 251 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 252 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-


MUP 153 BASSOON (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits154, 253, Individual instruction to include the study of standard 254 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-


MUP 161 TRUMPET (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits162, 261 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 262 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-


MUP 163 FRENCH HORN (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits164, 263 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 264 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-


MUP 171 TROMBONE (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits172, 271 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 272 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-


MUP 173 EUPHONIUM (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits174, 273 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 274 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-

oping technique, repertoire and performance skills com-mensurate with the student’s educational goals. Studentsare required to practice a minimum of five hours perweek for each credit hour. At the conclusion of the last

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semester, a sophomore recital is required. A minimumgrade of “B” is required to progress to the next level.

MUP 175 TUBA (0.5 – 1E) 1-2 credits176, 275 Individual instruction to include the study of standard 276 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-


MUP 181 PERCUSSION (0.5-1E) 1-2 credits182, 281, Individual instruction to include the study of standard 282 literature and technique. Emphasis is placed on devel-


MUS 101 MUSIC APPRECIATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed for non-music majors andrequires no previous musical experience. It is a surveycourse that incorporates several modes of instructionincluding lecture, guided listening, and similar experi-ences involving music. The course will cover a mini-mum of three (3) stylistic periods, provide a multi-culturalperspective, and include both vocal and instrumentalgenres. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate a knowledge of music fundamentals, theaesthetic/stylistic characteristics of historical periods,and an aural perception of style and structure in music.This course is offered in a telecourse, self-paced andlecture format.

MUS 103 SURVEY OF POPULAR MUSIC (1-2T) 1-2 creditsThis course provides a study of the origins, develop-ment and existing styles of popular music. Topics includeragtime, jazz, rhythm and blues, rock, country, and west-ern, folk and world music. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate a knowledge, under-standing and an aural perception of the stylistic char-acteristics of popular music. This course is offered in aself-paced and lecture format.

MUS 105 READING/LISTENING IN MUSIC APPRECIATION (1T) 1 creditThis course is an independent study reading and listen-ing course in which the student will become familiarwith selected musical works and eras. The student willmeet periodically with the instructor to discuss or assessassigned materials.

MUS 110 BASIC MUSICIANSHIP (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to provide rudimentary musicknowledge and skills for the student with a limited musicbackground. Topics include a study of notation, rhythm,scales, keys, intervals, chords and basic sight singingand ear training skills. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to read and understand musical scores and

demonstrate basic sight singing and ear training skills forrhythm, melody and harmony. Required for musicmajors or acceptable score on placement test (75%).

MUS 111 MUSIC THEORY I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 110or acceptable score on placement test (75%)COREQUISITE: MUS 113This course introduces the student to the diatonic har-monic practices in the Common Practice Period. Topicsinclude fundamental musical materials (rhythm, pitch,scales, intervals, diatonic harmonies) and an introductionto the principles of voice leading and harmonic pro-gression. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate a basic competency using diatonic har-mony through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictationand keyboard skills. Open lab required. Spring; Decaturcampus.

MUS 112 MUSIC THEORY II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 111COREQUISITE: MUS 114This course completes the study of diatonic harmonicpractices in the Common Practice Period and introducessimple musical forms. Topics include principles of voiceleading used in three- and four- part triadic harmony anddiatonic seventh chords, non-chord tones, cadences, phras-es and periods. Upon completion, students should be ableto demonstrate competence using diatonic harmonythrough analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation and key-board skills. Open lab required. Fall; Decatur campus.

MUS 113 MUSIC THEORY LAB I (1E) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: MUS 110 or suitable placement scoreor permission of instructorCOREQUISITE: MUS 111This course provides the practical application of basicmusical materials through sight singing; melodic, har-monic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmony.Topics include intervals, simple triads, diatonic step-wise melodies, basic rhythmic patterns in simple andcompound meter and four-part triadic progressions inroot position. Upon completion, students should beable to write, sing and play intervals, scales, basic rhyth-mic patterns, diatonic stepwise melodies, simple triadsand short four-part progressions in root position. Spring;Decatur campus.

MUS 114 MUSIC THEORY LAB II (1E) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: MUS 113COREQUISITE: MUS 112This course continues the practical application of dia-tonic musical materials through sight singing; melodic,harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard harmo-ny. Topics include intervals, scales, diatonic melodieswith triadic arpeggiations, more complex rhythmic pat-terns in simple and compound meter and four-part dia-tonic progressions in all inversions. Upon completion,students should be able to write, sing and play all inter-vals, rhythmic patterns employing syncopations andbeat divisions, diatonic melodies and four-part pro-gressions. Fall; Decatur campus.

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MUS 211 MUSIC THEORY III (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Minimum grade of “C” in MUS 112COREQUISITE: MUS 213This course introduces the student to the chromatic har-monic practices in the Common Practice Period. Topicsinclude secondary functions, modulatory techniques,and binary and ternary forms. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to demonstrate competence usingchromatic harmony through analysis, writing, sightsinging, dictation and keyboard skills. Open lab required.Spring; Decatur campus.

MUS 213 MUSIC THEORY LAB III (1E) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: MUS 114COREQUISITE: MUS 211This course provides the practical application of chro-matic musical materials through sight singing; melod-ic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; and keyboardharmony. Topics include melodies with simple modula-tions, complex rhythms in simple and compound meter,and secondary function chords. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to write, sing and play modulatingmelodies, rhythmic patterns with beat subdivisions andfour-part chromatic harmony. Spring; Decatur campus.

MUS 251 INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MUS 110 or acceptable score on place-ment test (75%)This course introduces the fundamentals of conductingchoral and/or instrumental ensembles. Topics include astudy of simple and compound meters, score readingand techniques for conducting effective rehearsals. Uponcompletion, students should be able to prepare and con-duct a choral and/or instrumental score in a rehearsalor performance setting.

MUS 270 ORGANIZATION OF THE CHURCHMUSIC PROGRAM (2-3T) 2-3 creditsThis course is designed to explore administrative modelsof a comprehensive church music program. Topicsinclude leadership, administrative structure, music per-sonnel, facilities, equipment, vestments, music library,budgeting, planning, vocal and instrumental ensemblesand scheduling for a music program. Upon completion,students should be able to demonstrate how to plan,coordinate and administer a comprehensive church musicprogram.

MUS 271 CHURCH MUSIC LITERATURE(2-3T) 2-3 creditsThis course provides an historic survey of traditionalchurch music from the 17th century to the present andintroduces contemporary Christian styles. Topics includecriteria for choosing appropriate music for graded churchchoirs at easy, medium and advanced levels of difficulty,and a survey of publishing resources and cataloging sys-tems. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate a knowledge and understanding of churchmusic literature.

MUS 272 THE CHILDREN’S CHOIR (2-3T) 2-3 creditsThis course is designed to provide techniques for work-ing with the child’s voice in a choral setting. Topicsinclude working with children’s voices, rehearsal tech-niques, selecting literature, vestments and organizing agraded choir program. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate how to plan, coordinate andadminister a graded choir program in a church.

MUS 290 INTRODUCTION TO COMMERCIALMUSIC (2-3T) 2-3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to the commercialmusic industry and the types of careers in commercialmusic. Topics include music publishing, recording, con-tracts, agents and managers, copyrights, unions, musiccompanies and dealers. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge andunderstanding of the different components of the com-mercial music industry and the various career options.

MUS 291 MUSICAL ACOUSTICS(2-3T) 2-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to acquaint the student with thenature of musical acoustics and the science of sound.Topics include terminology, symbols, the nature andtransmission of sound, vibration, frequency, pitch, inter-vals, harmonies, resonance, consonance and dissonance.Upon completion, students should be able to demon-strate an understanding of the basic skills and conceptsthrough the successful presentation of an individual pro-ject in musical acoustics.

MUS 292 SONG WRITING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by programThis course provides an introduction to song writing andmarketing techniques. Topics include lyric writing, songstructures, preparing a lead sheet, notation, rhythmicand melodic dictation, key signatures, basic chord struc-tures, recording, basic copyright laws and publishing.Upon completion, students should be able to compose asong, prepare a lead sheet and demo tape, apply for acopyright and market a song.

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MUSIC INDUSTRY COMMUNICATIONS (MIC)

MIC 100 INTRODUCTION TO MASS COMMUNICATIONS 3 creditsThis course provides the student with general study ofmass communications and journalism. This courseincludes theory, development, regulation, operation, andeffects upon society. Upon completion of this class,students should be able to decide which field of masscommunications on which to focus.

MIC 153 INTRODUCTION TO RECORDINGTECHNOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to acquaint the student withbasic recording fundamentals. Emphasis is placed onmicrophone techniques, recording principals, musicianand recording engineers’ code. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to do basic analog recordings.

MIC 201 PUBLISHING FOR THE RECORDINGINDUSTRY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the operation and func-tions of publishing in the recording industry.

MIC 250 MASS COMMUNICATIONS PRACTICUM(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MIC 153 or instructor approvalThis course provides practical experience in mediathrough supervised part- or full-time employment with anewspaper, radio or television station, recording studio,or public relations/advertising agency. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to receive employmentbased on demonstration of their skills in their subjectarea.

MIC 251 RECORDING STUDIO PRODUCTION(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MIC 153 or instructor approvalThis course is designed to acquaint the student with thefunctional roles of the commercial recording studio.Emphasis will be placed on studio production projects,and include a study of contracts, managers, agents,recording rights, copyright laws, unions, publishers, andmusic companies. Upon completion, students should beable to produce studio quality recordings and have anunderstanding of the music industry.

MIC 253 COMPUTER LITERACY FOR THE MUSICIAN I(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to teach musicians how to usecomputers for music writing, ear training, theory, andsequencing. Topics include an introduction to MIDI,sequencing, Master Tracks Pro, Studio 3.1 and 4.0,Cakewalk and Musicator. Upon completion, studentsshould have an understanding of MIDI, Charting andSequencing on the computer.

MIC 254 COMPUTER LITERACY FOR THE MUSICIAN II(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MIC 253 or instructor approvalThis course is designed to teach advanced computersequencing techniques. Emphasis is placed on projectsand the use of computer sequencing software and hard-

ware. Students should be able to sequence and per-form advanced editing using MIDI.

MIC 255 DIGITAL RECORDING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MIC 253 or instructor approvalThis course is designed to teach Digital Recording usingharddisk wave recording techniques. Emphasis is placedon projects and the use of Digital Recording softwareand hardware. Upon completion, students should beable to do recordings on the “Special Audio Engine” andother software with masters of digital quality.

MIC 293 MUSIC NOTATION(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MIC 253 or instructor approvalThis course is designed to teach students the music pro-gram for charting and writing music. Emphasis will beplaced on the use of the software program “FINALE”.Upon completion, students should be able to chart andwrite music using industry standards.

NURSING/ADN (NUR)

NUR 110 FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING(4T, 3S/3C) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to program, permission ofinstructor.COREQUISITE: NUR 131, NUR 241, HPS 100This course presents concepts and theories basic to theart and science of nursing. Emphasis is placed on intro-duction to problem-solving and the nursing process.The role of the nurse as a member of the discipline ofnursing is emphasized. Students are introduced to theconcepts of needs, growth and development, safety,communication, teaching-learning, critical thinking, eth-ical-legal, nursing history, and the program’s philoso-phy of nursing. This course introduces psychomotornursing skills needed to assist individuals in meetingbasic human needs. Skills necessary for maintainingmicrobial, physical, and psychological safety are intro-duced along with skills needed in therapeutic interven-tions. Students will demonstrate a beginning level ofcompetency in performing basic nursing skills for indi-viduals with common health alterations. (Lab/clinicalrequired.)

NUR 131 HEALTH ASSESSMENT(3S) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: ENG 101, SPH 107, PSY 200, MTH 100or MTH 112 or MTH 116COREQUISITE: BIO 201, PSY 210, HPS 100, NUR 110,NUR 241This course is designed to provide students the oppor-tunity to learn and practice history taking and physicalexamination skills with individuals of all ages. The focusis on symptoms analysis along with physical, psy-chosocial, and growth and development assessment.Students will be able to utilize critical thinking skills inidentifying health alterations, formulating nursing diag-nosis and documenting findings appropriate to nursing.(Lab required).

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NUR 201 SPECIALIZED AREA OF STUDY(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is directed toward the specialized study oftheory experiences in a selected area as determined bystudents, employers, and/or the program. Emphasis isplaced on the development of knowledge in an area ofinterest to the student. The student should be able tomeet the objectives of the course as approved by theinstructor.

NUR 202 SPECIALIZED AREA OF STUDY(2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is directed toward the specialized study ofnursing experiences in a selected area as determined bystudents, employers, and/or the program. Emphasis isplaced on the development of knowledge and skills inan area of interest to the student. The student shouldbe able to meet the theoretical and skill objectives of thecourse as approved by the instructor.

NUR 204 COMPUTER APPLICATION INNURSING (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course includes concepts related to computer andtechnology applications in nursing. Emphasis is placedon computer hardware and software utilized in educa-tion, research, and health care settings. Students shouldbe able to incorporate computer technology into nursingpractice. (Lab required)

NUR 207 DIRECTED STUDY IN NURSING(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to increase the opportunity forexploring, reading, and reporting on specific theoreticaltopics related to the field of nursing. Topics must beapproved by the instructor. Emphasis is placed on thedevelopment of knowledge in an area of interest to thestudent. The student should be able to meet the objec-tives of the course as approved by the instructor.

NUR 211 NURSING CONCEPTS FOR MOBILITY STUDENTS (4T, 3C) 5 creditsPREREQUISITE: ENG 101, SPH 107, PSY 200, BIO 201or BIO 202, MTH 100 or MTH 112 or MTH 116, Valida-tion, Permission of instructor, Current Alabama Prac-tical Nursing LicenseCOREQUISITE: PSY 210, BIO 201 or BIO 202This course is designed to assist the licensed practicalnurse in transition to the role of the associate degreenurse. The program’s philosophy, objectives, and con-ceptual framework are also introduced. Emphasis isplaced on the nursing process, communication, selectedtheory, and nursing skills and the role of the registerednurse. Upon completion, students should be able tosuccessfully transition into the ADN program. (Clinicalrequired)

NUR 241 BASIC PHARMACOLOGY (3S) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: ENG 101, SPH 107, PSY 200, MTH 100or MTH 112 or MTH 116COREQUISITE: BIO 201, PSY 210, HPS 100, NUR 110,NUR 131This course introduces the student to basic principlesof pharmacology and the skills necessary to safely admin-ister medications. Areas of emphasis include legal impli-cations, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics,calculation of drug dosages, and medication adminis-tration. Students will be able to demonstrate accuratedosage calculations, correct medication administrationand knowledge of drug classifications. (Lab required).

NUR 242 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY(2T) 2 creditsThis course is designed to provide the student compre-hensive knowledge of drug classifications and applicationsof pharmacology. Emphasis is placed on nursing respon-sibility, accountability, and application of the nursingprocess regarding drug therapy. The actions, dosages,side effects, adverse reactions are presented for drugprototypes from each classification of drugs. The studentwill be able to synthesize knowledge of drug therapy in avariety of settings with individuals across the life span.

NUR 251 ADULT NURSING I (3T, 6C) 5 creditsPREREQUISITE: NUR 110, NUR 241, NUR 131, BIO 201,PSY 210, HPS 100COREQUISITE: NUR 269, BIO 202This course provides an opportunity to utilize the providerof care and manager of care roles to meet nursing needsof adults in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed onthe aging process as it applies to normal developmentalchanges and alterations in health commonly occurring inthe adult. Students should be able to apply the nursingprocess in caring for adults in a variety of settings. (Clin-ical required)

NUR 265 ADVANCED NURSING I (4T, 6C) 6 creditsPREREQUISITES: NUR 251, NUR 269, BIO 202, PSY 210COREQUISITE: NUR 266, BIO 220This course introduces concepts related to the nursingcare of adults and children experiencing acute and chron-ic alterations in health and concepts related to the psy-chosocial needs of individuals. Emphasis is placed onutilizing the nursing process as a framework for provid-ing and managing nursing care to individuals along thewellness-illness continuum. Students will be able to syn-thesize knowledge of drug therapy and apply the nursingprocess to individuals experiencing acute and chronichealth alterations in a variety of settings. (Clinicalrequired).

NUR 266 ADVANCED NURSING II(4T, 6C) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: NUR 265COREQUISITE: BIO 220This course provides expanded concepts related to nurs-ing care of adults and children experiencing commoncomplex alterations in health and concepts related to thepsychosocial needs of individuals. Emphasis is placed onthe nurse’s role as a member of a multi-disciplinary teamand as a manager of care for groups of individuals. Stu-

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dents will be able to synthesize knowledge of drug ther-apy and provide comprehensive nursing care for groupsof individuals with common complex alterations in healthin a variety of settings. (Clinical required)

NUR 267 ADVANCED NURSING III (4T, 6C) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: NUR 266, BIO 220COREQUISITE: NUR 291, NUR 204, HUMANITIES ELECTIVEThis course provides expanded concepts related to nurs-ing care of adults and children experiencing commoncomplex alterations in health and concepts related tothe psychosocial needs of individuals. Emphasis isplaced on the nurse’s role as a member of a multidisci-plinary team and as a manager of care for groups ofindividuals. Students will be able to synthesize knowl-edge of drug therapy and provide comprehensive nurs-ing care for groups of individuals with common complexalterations in health in a variety of settings. (Clinicalrequired)

NUR 269 FAMILY CENTERED NURSING (3T, 3S, 6C) 6 creditsPREREQUISITES: NUR 110, NUR 241, NUR 131, HPS100, BIO 201, PSY 210COREQUISITES: NUR 251, BIO 202This course provides a family centered approach to thecare of the childbearing and childrearing family. Empha-sis is on the normal concepts relating to the antepartal,intrapartal, postpartal, neonatal periods and the con-cepts of growth and development, health promotion andcommon alterations in health. The student should beable to manage and provide care to the childbearing andchildrearing family in a variety of settings.

NUR 291 TRANSITION INTO NURSING PRACTICE (1-2T, 5-10P) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: NUR 266COREQUISITE: NUR 267, NUR 204, Humanities ElectiveThis course prepares the student for transition into nurs-ing practice. Emphasis is placed on the roles of the pro-fessional nurse, concepts of leadership, andmanagement, and trends and issues in health care deliv-ery. The student will apply these concepts in the pre-ceptor experience. (Preceptorship required).

NURSING/PRACTICAL (LPN)

LPN 104 PHARMACOLOGY (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the program.This course is an introductory course that introducespharmacological concepts and safety practices involvedin the use of medications as therapeutic agents. Contentincludes selected pharmacological interventions and cal-culation of dosages and solutions. Emphasis is placedon nursing process. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to compute dosages and safely prepareand administer medications.

LPN 105 FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING(3T, 3S, 6C) 6 creditsPREREQUISITE: Admission to the program and per-mission of instructor.This course provides an introduction to the basic knowl-edge and essential skills required in the role of the Prac-tical Nurse. Content includes knowledge related tonursing, legal-ethical, ethnic diversity, health-illness con-tinuum and nursing process. Concepts related to phys-iological and psychosocial needs of the individual areintegrated throughout the content. This course providesthe student with opportunities to develop and practicebasic skills in the laboratory and apply these skills in theclinical setting. Emphasis is placed on nursing process,basic nursing skills and safety. Laboratory and clinicalcomponents are required.

LPN 113 BODY STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION/MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of InstructorThis course is designed to enable the student to acquirea basic knowledge of the normal structure and functionof the human body. Major content focuses on the inter-relations among the organ systems and the relationshipof each organ system to homeostasis. Medical vocab-ulary/terminology is integrated throughout course con-tent. Upon completion of this course the student shoulddemonstrate a basic knowledge of body systems, theirinterrelationships and associated medical terminology.

LPN 118 MENTAL HEALTH CONCEPTS (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course is designed to provide an overview of psy-chosocial adaptation and coping concepts used through-out the life span. Topics include therapeuticcommunication skills, normal and abnormal behaviors,treatment modalities, and developmental needs. Uponcompletion of this course, the student will demonstratethe ability to assist clients in maintaining psychosocialintegrity through the use of the nursing process.

LPN 124 FAMILY CENTERED NURSING (4T, 6C) 6 creditsPREREQUISITES: Admission to the program and per-mission of instructor.This course is designed to utilize the nursing processto focus on the childbearing and childrearing stages of thefamily unit. This introductory course focuses on therole of the Practical Nurse in meeting the physiological,psychosocial, cultural and developmental needs of thefamily during antepartal, intrapartal, postpartal, new-

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born and childhood. Course content includes aspectsof growth and development, health teaching, health pro-motion and prevention. Nutrition and pharmacology areintegrated. Upon completion of this course, the studentwill demonstrate the knowledge necessary to deliver safeand effective nursing care.

LPN 142 ADULT NURSING III (3T, 12C) 7 creditsPREREQUISITES: Admission to the program, LPN 105,LPN 113.This course provides expanded concepts related to nurs-ing care of adults experiencing alterations in health. Con-tent focuses on the nurse’s role in meeting needs ofclients experiencing disorders/diseases involving thenervous and sensory, reproductive, endocrine and gas-trointestinal systems. Concepts of nutrition, pharma-cology and therapeutic communication are integrated.Upon completion, the student should be able to providecomprehensive nursing care in a safe and effective man-ner.

LPN 145 ROLE TRANSITION (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITES: Admission to the program and per-mission of instructor.This course is designed to provide the student with theknowledge and skills necessary to make the transitionfrom student to LPN practitioner. Content includes theprofessional responsibilities of the LPN, leadership skills,quality assurance, fiscal management, professionalaccountability, resume preparation, job interviewing skills,obtaining/resigning employment, and preparation for theNCLEX-PN. Upon completion of this course the studentwill demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary for entryinto practical nursing.

LPN 152 ADULT NURSING IV (4T, 12C) 8 creditsPREREQUISITES: Admission to the program and LPN105, LPN 113.This course is a study in application of the nursingprocess. It provides the student with the knowledge andskills necessary to meet the needs of individuals experi-encing acute and chronic alterations in health throughoutthe adult life span. Emphasis is placed on utilizing thenursing process as a focus for clients experiencing dis-eases/disorders involving immune, oncological, muscu-loskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, surgery, fluid andelectrolyte disturbances, integumentary and genitouri-nary systems. Concepts of nutrition, pharmacology andtherapeutic communication are integrated. Upon com-pletion, the student will demonstrate knowledge andskills necessary to provide safe and effective care.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION (OAD)

OAD 100 BASIC KEYBOARDING (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course is designed to enable the student to developtouch keyboarding skills for efficient use of the type-writer or microcomputer through classroom instructionand outside lab. Emphasis is on speed and accuracy inkeying alphabetic, symbol, and numeric information.Upon completion, the student should be able to demon-strate proper technique while keying on a typewriter ormicrocomputer keyboard.

OAD 102 KEYBOARDING SKILL BUILDING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: OAD 100 or OAD 101 or equivalentThis course enables students to correct speed and accu-racy deficiencies by first identifying the causes of suchdeficiencies and by providing individualized descriptivepractice for correcting the deficiencies.

OAD 101 BEGINNING KEYBOARDING (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to enable the student to use thetouch method of keyboarding through classroom instruc-tion and outside lab. Emphasis is on speed and accura-cy in keying alphabetic, symbol, and numeric informationusing the typewriter or microcomputer keyboard. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to demonstrateproper technique and an acceptable rate of speed andaccuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the pro-duction of basic business documents such as memos, let-ters, reports, and tables.

OAD 103 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARDING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: OAD 101 or Keyboarding/Typing SkillsRecommendedThis course is designed to assist the student in increas-ing speed and accuracy using the touch method of key-boarding through classroom instruction and outside lab.Emphasis is on the production of business documentssuch as memoranda, letters, reports, tables, and out-lines. Upon completion, the student should be able todemonstrate proficiency and an acceptable rate of speedand accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in theproduction of business documents.

OAD 104 ADVANCED KEYBOARDING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: OAD 103 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to assist the student in continu-ing to develop speed and accuracy using the touchmethod of keyboarding through classroom instructionand outside lab. Emphasis is on the production of busi-ness documents using decision-making skills. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to demonstrateproficiency and an acceptable rate of speed and accura-cy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the productionof high-quality business documents.

OAD 125 WORD PROCESSING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: OAD 101 or Keyboarding/Typing SkillsRecommendedThis course is designed to provide the student with basicword processing skills through classroom instructionand outside lab. Emphasis is on the utilization of softwarefeatures to create, edit and print common office docu-

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ments. Upon completion, the student should be able todemonstrate the ability to use industry-standard soft-ware to generate appropriately formatted, accurate, andattractive business documents such as memos, lettersand reports.

OAD 126 ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: OAD 125This course is designed to increase student proficiencyin using the advanced word processing functions throughclassroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is onthe use of industry-standard software to maximize pro-ductivity. Upon completion, the student should be ableto demonstrate the ability to generate complex docu-ments such as forms, newsletters, and multi-page doc-uments.

OAD 138 RECORDS/INFORMATIONMANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to give the student knowledgeabout managing office records and information. Empha-sis is on basic filing procedures, methods, systems,supplies, equipment, and modern technology used inthe creation, protection, and disposition of records storedin a variety of forms. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to perform basic filing procedures.

OAD 200 MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Keyboarding/Typing Skills Recom-mendedThis course is designed to develop marketable skills intranscribing various forms of dictated material throughclassroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is onthe use of microcomputers and a commercial word pro-cessing package. Upon completion, the student shouldbe able to accurately transcribe documents from dictat-ed recordings.

OAD 202 LEGAL TRANSCRIPTION (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Keyboarding/Typing skills recom-mendedThis course is designed to familiarize students with legalterms and provide transcription skill development in theproduction of legal correspondence, forms, and courtdocuments through classroom instruction and outsidelab. Emphasis is on transcribing legal documents fromdictated recordings. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate the ability to accurately tran-scribe appropriately formatted legal documents.

OAD 203 LEGAL OFFICE PROCEDURES (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Keyboarding/Typing skills recom-mendedThis course is designed to provide an awareness of theresponsibilities and opportunities of professional supportpersonnel in a legal environment through classroominstruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on legal ter-minology, the production of appropriate forms andreports, and the importance of office procedures andpractices. Upon completion, the student should be ableto perform office support tasks required for employ-ment in a legal environment.

OAD 211 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to familiarize the student withmedical terminology. Emphasis is on the spelling, def-inition, pronunciation, and usage of legal terms. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to communicateeffectively using medical terminology.

OAD 212 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Keyboarding/Typing skills recom-mendedThis course is designed to orient students to standardmedical reports, correspondence, and related documentstranscribed in a medical environment though classroominstruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on transcribingmedical records and operating a transcribing machineefficiently. Upon completion, the student should be ableto accurately transcribe medical documents from dic-tated recordings.

OAD 214 MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Keyboarding/Typing skills recom-mendedThis course is designed to provide an awareness of theresponsibilities and opportunities of professional supportpersonnel in a medical environment through classroominstruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on medicalterms, the production of appropriate forms and reports,and the importance of office procedures and practices.Upon completion, the student should be able to performoffice support tasks required for employment in a med-ical environment.

OAD 215 HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (3T)3 creditsThis course is designed to promote an understandingof the structure, analysis and management of medicalrecords through classroom instruction and outside lab.Emphasis is on filing and managing medical records;coding of diseases, operations and procedures; and thelegal aspects of medical records. Upon completion, thestudent should be able to maintain medical records effi-ciently.

OAD 217 OFFICE MANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to develop skills necessary forsupervision of office functions. Emphasis is on issuesrelating to the combination of people and technology inachieving the goals of business in a culturally diverseworkplace, including the importance of office organiza-tion, teamwork, workplace ethics, office politics, andconflict-resolution skills. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to demonstrate use of the tools necessaryfor effective supervision of people and technology in themodern office.

OAD 230 ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to introduce the student to theelements and techniques of page design, layout andtypography through classroom instruction and outsidelab. Emphasis is on the use of current commercial desk-top publishing software, graphic tools, and electronicinput/output devices to design and print high-qualitypublications such as newsletters, brochures, catalogs,forms, and flyers. Upon completion, the student should

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be able to utilize proper layout and design concepts inthe production of attractive desktop published docu-ments.

OAD 232 THE ELECTRONIC OFFICE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to enable the student to developskill in the use of integrated software through classroominstruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the use ofcomputerized equipment, software, networking, and com-munications technology. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to satisfactorily perform a variety of officetasks using current technology.

OAD 233 TRENDS IN OFFICE TECHNOLOGY(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to address current trends inoffice technology through classroom instruction and out-side lab. Emphasis is on technology relevant to the officeenvironment such as electronic mail, multimedia inter-action, presentation hardware and software, and Internetuse. Upon completion, the student should be able todemonstrate an awareness of current technological appli-cations for the modern office.

OAD 247 SPECIAL PROJECTS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: OAD 125 or permission of instructorif taken for Legal Keyboarding; No Prerequisite requiredfor Patient Billing.This course is designed to provide the student with anopportunity for the expansion of knowledge in an areaof special interest under the direct supervision of theinstructor. Emphasis is on the student’s use of moderntechnology to study, research and/or accumulate addi-tional knowledge or improve skills in a specialized officesupport area. Upon completion, the student should beable to demonstrate enhanced knowledge and/or skillsgained through an individualized project.

ORIENTATION (ORI)

ORI 103 ORIENTATION (STUDY SKILLS)(2T) 2 creditsThis course helps students develop practical knowledgeand skills toward a successful college experience, bothacademically and personally. Topics include time man-agement, reading, memory, notes, tests, diversity, think-ing, writing, relationships, health, and career planning.

ORIENTATION/TECHNICAL (ORT)

ORT 100 ORIENTATION TO COLLEGE 1(2) 1 creditThis course is designed to introduce the beginning stu-dent to college life. It provides that student with infor-mation on what the college expects from the student andwhat the student should expect from the college. Thecourse also addresses student attitudes and goals aswell as safety and other issues pertinent for technicalstudents. For non-degree programs only.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PED)

PED 100 FUNDAMENTALS OF FITNESS (3T) 3 creditsThis lecture course includes the basic principles of phys-ical education and physical fitness. It explores psycho-logical and physiological effects of exercise and physicalfitness, including effects on the human skeleton, muscledevelopment, respiration and coordination. It is reviewedas an introduction to such laboratory courses as slim-nastics, weight training, and conditioning. This coursemay also include fitness evaluation, development of indi-vidual fitness programs, and participation in fitness activ-ities.

PED 101 SLIMNASTICS (Beginning) (2A) * 1 creditThis course provides an individualized approach to phys-ical fitness, wellness, and other health-related factors.Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting upand engaging in personalized physical fitness programs.Upon completion, students should be able to set up andimplement an individualized physical fitness program.

PED 102 SLIMNASTICS (Intermediate) (2A) * 1 creditThis course is an intermediate-level class. Topics includespecific exercises contributing to fitness and the roleexercise plays in developing body systems, nutrition,and weight control. Upon completion, students should beable to implement and evaluate an individualized physi-cal fitness program.

PED 103 WEIGHT TRAINING (Beginning) (2A) * 1 creditThis course introduces the basics of weight training.Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength,muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion,students should be able to establish and implement apersonal weight-training program.

PED 104 WEIGHT TRAINING (Intermediate) *(2A) 1 creditThis course covers advanced levels of weight training.Emphasis is placed on meeting individual training goalsand addressing weight training needs and interests. Uponcompletion, students should be able to establish andimplement an individualized advanced weight-trainingprogram.

PED 105 PERSONAL FITNESS * (2A) 1 creditThis course is designed to introduce basic fitness andto improve the student’s understanding of wellness. Fit-ness levels will be improved through aerobics and aero-bic activities.

PED 106 AEROBICS (2A) * 1 creditThis course introduces a program of cardiovascular fit-ness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasisis placed on developing cardiovascular efficiency,strength, and flexibility and on safety precautions. Uponcompletion, students should be able to select and imple-ment a rhythmic aerobic exercise program.

PED 107 AEROBICS DANCE (Beginning) (2A) + 1 creditThis course introduces the fundamentals of step and

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dance aerobics. Emphasis is placed on basic steppingup, basic choreographed dance patterns, and cardio-vascular fitness; and upper body, floor, and abdominalexercises. Upon completion, students should be ableto participate in basic dance aerobics.

PED 108 AEROBICS DANCE (Intermediate) (2A) + 1 creditPREREQUISITE: PED 107 or Permission of instructorThis course provides a continuation of step aerobics.Emphasis is placed on a wide variety of choreographedstep and dance patterns; cardiovascular fitness; andupper body, abdominal, and floor exercises. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to participate in anddesign an aerobics routine.

PED 109 JOGGING (2A) * 1 creditThis course covers the basic concepts involved in safe-ly and effectively improving cardiovascular fitness.Emphasis is placed on walking, jogging, or running as ameans of achieving fitness. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to understand and appreciate the benefitsderived from these activities.

PED 118 GENERAL CONDITIONING (Beginning) (2A)* 1 creditThis course provides an individualized approach to gen-eral conditioning utilizing the five major components.Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting upand engaging in personalized physical fitness and con-ditioning programs. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to set up and implement an individualized phys-ical fitness and conditioning program.

PED 119 GENERAL CONDITIONING *(Intermediate) (2A) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: PED 118 or Permission of instructorThis course is an intermediate-level fitness and condi-tioning program class. Topics include specific exercis-es contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays indeveloping body systems. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to implement and evaluate an individual-ized physical fitness and conditioning program.

PED 120 TECHNIQUES OF DUAL AND INDIVIDUAL *SPORTS (2T) 2 creditsThis course introduces the fundamentals of popular dualand individual sports. Emphasis is placed on rules,equipment, and motor skills used in various sports.Upon completion, students should be able to demon-strate knowledge of the sports covered.

PED 121 BOWLING (Beginning) (2A) * 1 creditThis course introduces the fundamentals of bowling.Emphasis is placed on ball selection, grips, stance, anddelivery along with rules and etiquette. Upon completion,students should be able to participate in recreationalbowling.

PED 122 BOWLING (Intermediate) (2A) * 1 creditPREREQUISITE: PED 121 or Permission of instructorThis course covers more advanced bowling techniques.Emphasis is placed on refining basic skills and per-forming advanced shots, spins, pace, and strategy. Uponcompletion, students should be able to participate incompetitive bowling.

PED 123 GOLF (Beginning) (2A) * 1 creditThis course emphasizes the fundamentals of golf. Top-ics include the proper grips, stance, alignment, swingsfor the short and long game, putting, and the rules andetiquette of golf. Upon completion students should beable to perform the basic golf shots and demonstrate aknowledge of the rules and etiquette of golf.

PED 124 GOLF (Intermediate) (2A) * 1 creditPREREQUISITE: PED 123 or Permission of instructorThis course covers the more advanced phases of golf.Emphasis is placed on refining the fundamental skillsand learning more advanced phases of the games suchas a club selection, trouble shots, and course manage-ment. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate the knowledge and ability to play a recre-ational round of golf.

PED 125 SKATING (2A) 1 creditThis course introduces the fundamentals of skating.Emphasis is placed on basic positioning, balance, andform. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate skills necessary for recreational skating.

PED 126 RECREATIONAL GAMES (2A) + 1 creditThis course is designed to give an overview of a varietyof recreational games and activities. Emphasis is placedon the skills and rules necessary to participate in a vari-ety of lifetime recreational games. Upon completion,students should be able to demonstrate an awareness ofthe importance of participating in lifetime recreationalactivities.

PED 127 ARCHERY (2A) * 1 creditThis course introduces basic archery safety and skills.Topics include proper techniques of stance, bracing,drawing, and releasing as well as terminology and scor-ing. Upon completion, students should be able to par-ticipate safely in target archery.

PED 129 EQUITATION (2A) * 1 creditThis course is designed to give advanced riding experi-ences in a variety of specialized situations. Emphasisis placed on the development of skills such as jumping,rodeo games, and trail riding. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to demonstrate control and man-agement of the horse and perform various ridingtechniques.

PED 131 BADMINTON (Beginning) (2A) * 1 creditThis course covers the fundamentals of badminton.Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, clears,drops, drives, smashes and the rules and strategies ofsingles and doubles. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to apply these skills in playing situations.

PED 133 TENNIS (Beginning) (2A) * 1 creditThis course emphasizes the fundamentals of tennis.Topics include basic strokes, rules, etiquette, and courtplay. Upon completion, students should be able to playrecreational tennis.

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PED 134 TENNIS (Intermediate) (2A) * 1 creditPREREQUISITE: PED 133 or Permission of instructorThis course emphasizes the refinement of playing skills.Topics include the development of fundamentals, learn-ing advanced serves, strokes and pace and strategies insingles and doubles play. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to play competitive tennis.

PED 140 SWIMMING (BEGINNING) (2A) 1 creditThis course is designed for non-swimmers and beginners.Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in the water,learning water safety, acquiring skills in floating, andlearning elementary strokes. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate safety skills and be able totread water, back float, and use the crawl stroke for 20yards.

PED 143 AQUATIC EXERCISE (2A) 1 creditThis course introduces rhythmic aerobic activities andaquatic exercises performed in water. Emphasis is placedon increasing cardiovascular fitness levels, muscularstrength, muscular endurance, and flexibility. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to participate in an indi-vidually paced exercise program.

PED 145 SPORT AND RECREATIONAL SCUBA DIVING (2A) 1 creditThis course provides basic instruction in fundamentalskills and safety procedures for scuba diving. Emphasisis placed on the history, theory, and principles of diving;development of diving skill; and care and maintenance ofequipment. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate skills, knowledge, and techniques of scubadiving in preparation for diver certification.

PED 150 TAI CHI (2A) 1 creditTai Chi is an ancient martial art form through which thestudent will improve flexibility, balance, strength, andmental discipline. By learning the slow and elaboratemovements of Tai Chi, the student will develop properbreathing and relaxation techniques and enhance jointflexibility. Tai Chi skills are a combination of stretching,isometrics, and isotonic movements in combination withdiaphragmatic breathing and postural maintenance.

PED 151 JUDO (BEGINNING) (2A) 1 creditThis course introduces the basic discipline of judo. Top-ics include proper breathing, relaxation techniques, andcorrect body positions. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate the procedures of judo.

PED 153 KARATE (BEGINNING) (2A) 1 creditThis course introduces the martial arts using the Japan-ese Shotokan form. Topics include proper conditioningexercise, book control, proper terminology, historicalfoundations, and etiquette, relation to karate. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to perform line drill tech-niques and Kata for various ranks.

PED 155 SELF DEFENSE (2A) 1 creditThis course is designed to aid students in developingrudimentary skills in self-defense. Emphasis is placed onstances, blocks, punches, and kicks as well as non-phys-

ical means of self-defense. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate basic self-defense tech-niques of a physical and non-physical nature.

PED 160 SOCIAL DANCE (2A) + 1 creditThis course introduces the fundamentals of popular socialdance. Emphasis is placed on basic social dance tech-niques, dances, and a brief history of social dance. Uponcompletion, students should be able to demonstrate spe-cific dance skills and perform some dances.

PED 163 SQUARE DANCING (2A) + 1 creditThis course introduces the terminology and skills nec-essary to perform square dancing. Topics include work-ing from squared sets-squared circles to squaredthroughs, right and left throughs, and Dixie Chains. Uponcompletion, students should be able to perform squaredance routines and recognize the calls made for all for-mations.

PED 171 BASKETBALL (Beginning) (2A) # 1 creditThis course covers the fundamentals of basketball.Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge ofthe rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion,students should be able to participate in recreational bas-ketball.

PED 172 BASKETBALL (Intermediate) (2A) # 1 creditPREREQUISITE: PED 171 or Permission of instructorThis course covers more advanced basketball techniques.Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developingmore advanced strategies and techniques. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to play basketball at acompetitive level.

PED 176 VOLLEYBALL (Beginning) (2A) # 1 creditThis course covers the fundamentals of volleyball.Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, passing,setting, spiking, blocking, and the rules and etiquette ofvolleyball. Upon completion, students should be able toparticipate in recreational volleyball.

PED 177 VOLLEYBALL (Intermediate) (2A) # 1 creditPREREQUISITE: PED 176 or Permission of instructorThis course covers more advanced volleyball techniques.Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developingmore advanced strategies and techniques. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to participate in com-petitive volleyball.

PED 181 BASEBALL (Beginning) (2A) # 1 creditThis course covers the fundamentals of baseball. Empha-sis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rulesand basic game strategy. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to participate in recreational baseball.

PED 182 BASEBALL (Intermediate) (2A) # 1 creditThis course covers more advanced baseball techniques.Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developingmore advanced strategies and techniques. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to play baseball at acompetitive level.

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PED 186 SOFTBALL (Beginning) (2A) # 1 creditThis course introduces the fundamental skills and rulesof softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniquesand strategies for playing softball. Upon completion,students should be able to participate in recreationalsoftball.

PED 187 SOFTBALL (Intermediate) (2A) # 1 creditThis course presents advanced skills and competitivepractice in softball. Emphasis is placed on proper tech-niques and strategies for playing softball. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to participate incompetitive softball.

PED 188 YOGA (2A) + 1 creditThis course introduces basic instruction in yoga forbeginners. Emphasis is placed on instruction in gentlestretching, breathing practices, progressive deep relax-ation, and posture. Upon completion, students should beable to participate in and appreciate the benefits of theactivity.

PED 190 WELLNESS LITERACY FOR SENIOR ADULTS (2A) 1 creditThis is a “hands on” introduction to wellness literacywith emphasis placed on maintaining a healthy body toprevent premature deaths. This course provides stu-dents with a fitness evaluation, health assessment, andparticipation in fitness activities of their choice.

PED 191 TEAM SPORTS (2A) # 1 creditThis course covers the basic concepts involved in teamsport competition. Emphasis will be placed on refiningbasic skills, rules and regulations, officiating, and teamplay. Upon completion, students should be able to par-ticipate and implement an intramural program.

PED 200 FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICALEDUCATION (3T) 3 creditsIn this course, the history, philosophy, and objectivesof health, physical education, and recreation are studiedwith emphasis on the physiological, sociological, andpsychological values of physical education. It is requiredof all physical education majors.

PED 216 SPORTS OFFICIATING (3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys the basic rules and mechanics ofofficiating a variety of sports, including both team andindividual sports. In addition to classwork, students willreceive at least 3 hours of practical experience in offici-ating.

PED 226 HIKING (2A) * 1 creditThis course provides instruction on how to equip andcare for one’s self on the trail. Topics include clothing,hygiene, trail ethics, and necessary equipment. Uponcompletion, students should be able to successfully par-ticipate in nature trail hikes.

PED 227 ANGLING (2A) * 1 creditThis course introduces the sport of angling. Emphasisis placed on fishing with the use of artificial lures. Uponcompletion, students should be able to cast and retrieve

using baitcaster and spinning reels and identify the var-ious types of artificial lures.

PED 236 CANOEING (2A) * 1 creditThis course provides basic instruction for the beginningcanoeist. Emphasis is placed on safe and correct han-dling of the canoe and rescue skills. Upon completion,students should be able to demonstrate basic canoeing,safe-handling, and self-rescue skills.

PED 245 CYCLING (2A) * 1 creditThis course is designed to promote physical fitnessthrough cycling. Emphasis is placed on selection andmaintenance of the bicycle gear shifting, pedaling tech-niques, safety procedures, and conditioning exercisesnecessary for cycling. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate safe handling of a bicycle forrecreational use.

PED 246 CAMPING (2A) * 1 creditThis course is designed to acquaint the beginning camperwith outdoor skills. Topics include camping techniquessuch as cooking and preserving food, safety, and set-ting up camp. Upon completion, students should beable to set up camp sites in field experiences using prop-er procedures.

PED 251 VARSITY BASKETBALL I (2A) # 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course covers advanced fundamentals of basket-ball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledgeof the rules and basic game strategy. Upon completion,students should be able to participate in competitivebasketball.

PED 252 VARSITY BASEBALL I (2A) # 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course covers advanced baseball techniques.Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developingmore advanced strategies and techniques. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to play baseball at acompetitive level.

PED 254 VARSITY SOFTBALL I (2A) # 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course introduces the fundamental skills and rulesof softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniquesand strategies for playing softball. Upon completion,students should be able to play competitive softball.

PED 257 VARSITY CHEERLEADING (2A) # 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course covers advanced cheerleader techniques.Emphasis is placed on proper techniques, refining skillsand developing more advanced stunts. Upon completion,students should be able to perform at a competitive level.

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PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILM (PFC)Also see ART

PFC 173 PHOTOGRAPHY I (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to photography. Empha-sis is placed on aesthetic as well as technical aspects ofphotography. Upon completion, student swill be able toproduce well composed photographs.

PFC 174 PHOTOGRAPHY II (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis is a sequence to Photography I and serves as anintroductory photography course. Emphasis is placedon aesthetic as well as technical aspects of photogra-phy. Upon completion, the student will be able to producewell composed photographs.

PFC 176 FILMMAKING (6E) 3 creditsThis course provides a knowledge of the basics of film-making. Emphasis is placed on procedure, equipment,editing and sound. Upon completion, students shoulddemonstrate a basic knowledge of filmmaking throughcritical analysis and film projects.

PFC 177 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 173 or ART 176 or Permission of

instructorThis course covers the primary materials and processesof color photography. Emphasis is placed on the cor-rect exposure, processing, creative color usage, andprinting of both positive/negative color materials throughexploration of films, filters, processes, and color tem-perature. Upon completion, students should be able tocorrectly execute the technical controls of color materi-als and explore the creative possibilities of color pho-tography.

PFC 178 AUDIO-VISUAL TECHNIQUES(1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course is an exploration of the area of linkage

between the visual and auditory senses. Work with soundand recording equipment, projected images and multi-media hardware and software is included. Students willproduce finished multimedia pieces.

PFC 187 PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM, AND MEDIA I(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 173 or PFC 177 or Permission ofinstructorThis course is designed to help the student explore cre-ative approaches to photography, film, and related media.Problems in darkroom techniques, laboratory techniques,and special effects are included. Upon completion, thestudent should be able to apply these techniques to pro-fessional quality finished pieces.

PFC 188 PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM, AND MEDIA II(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: PFC 187 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to help the student explore cre-ative approaches to photography, film, and related mediain greater depth. Problems in darkroom techniques, lab-oratory techniques, and special effects are included.Upon completion, the student should be able to applythese techniques to professional quality finished pieces.

PFC 258 PHOTOGRAPHIC AND MEDIA PROBLEMS(1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course deals with special problems in the student’sarea of interest. Emphasis is placed on design, tech-nique and results. Upon completion, the student will beable to produce professional quality photographs in oneparticular area of photography.

PFC 273 STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY I (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course stresses image-making problems requiringstudio or other controlled environment solutions. Lights,props, and related equipment and techniques are uti-lized. The student will produce quality photographs usingstudio techniques.

PFC 274 STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY II (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PFC 273 or Permission of instructorThis course deals with advanced problems requiring stu-dio or other controlled environment solutions. Lights,props, and related equipment and techniques are uti-lized. The student will produce quality photographs usingstudio techniques.

PFC 276 FILMMAKING II (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PFC 176 or Permission of instructorThis course is a continuation of the study of film pro-duction. Emphasis is on various aspects of filmmakingwhich may include design, special effects, digital andlinear production techniques, and machine control. Uponcompletion, students should have hands-on experienceand an understanding of professional filmmaking.

PFC 277 FILMMAKING III (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PFC 276 or Permission of instructorThis course is a continuation of the study of film pro-

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duction. Emphasis is on various aspects of filmmakingwhich may include design, special effects, digital andlinear production techniques, and machine control. Uponcompletion, students should have hands-on experienceand an understanding of professional filmmaking.

PHILOSOPHY (PHL)

PHL 106 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY (3T) 3 creditsThe purpose of this course is to familiarize the studentwith basic concepts of philosophy. Major ideas will becovered in a historical survey from the early Greeks to themodern era. The literary and conceptual approach ofthe course is balanced with emphasis on approaches toethical decision-making and problem solving.

PHL 116 LOGIC (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to help students assess infor-mation and arguments. The focus of the course is onlogic and reasoning. The student should be able tounderstand how inferences are drawn, be able to rec-ognize ambiguities and logical and illogical reasoning.

PHL 206 ETHICS AND SOCIETY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a systematic study of ethical systems asthey apply to present-day living.

PHL 210 ETHICS AND THE HEALTHSCIENCES (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of ethical issues related to thehealth sciences such as contraception, abortion, andeugenics; human experimentation; truth in drugs andmedicine; death and dying; and other health relatedissues. The student should be able to clarify relevantethical considerations and have a philosophical basisfor decisions on right and wrong, good and bad, rightsand responsibilities.

PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY (GEO)(Courses qualify as Natural Science electives)

GEO 101 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY I (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPhysical Geography I is the first in a two-part sequenceincluding topics such as weather and climate relative tothe earth and relationships between the earth and sun.Laboratory is required.

GEO 102 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY II(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPhysical Geography II is the second in a two-partsequence including topics such as landforms, land-scapes, soil and vegetation of the earth. Laboratory isrequired.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (PHS)

PHS 111 PHYSICAL SCIENCE (3T, 2E) 4 creditsThis course provides the non-technical student with anintroduction to the basic principles of geology, oceanog-raphy, meteorology, and astronomy. Laboratory isrequired.

PHS 112 PHYSICAL SCIENCE II (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 098 Elementary AlgebraThis course provides the non-technical student with anintroduction to the basic principles of chemistry andphysics. Laboratory is required.

PHS 120 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPHS 120 is an interdisciplinary course intended for non-science majors who desire an introduction to environ-mental science. The environment will be studied with anemphasis on such topics as air, soil, water, wildlife,forestry, and solid waste pollution. Laboratory willinclude both field studies and experimentation.

PHS 121 APPLIED PHYSICAL SCIENCE I(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: As required by program.This course introduces the general principles of physics andchemistry. Topics include measurement, motion, New-ton’s laws of motion, momentum, energy, work, power,heat, thermodynamics, waves, sound, light, electricity,magnetism, and chemical principles. Upon completion,students should be able to demonstrate an understand-ing of the physical environment and be able to apply the sci-entific principles to observations experienced.

PHYSICS (PHY)

PHY 115 TECHNICAL PHYSICS (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 100Technical physics is an algebra-based physics coursedesigned to utilize modular concepts to include: motion,forces, torque, work energy, heat wave/sound, and elec-tricity. Results of physics education research and physicsapplications in the workplace are used to improve thestudent’s understanding of physics in technical areas.Upon completion, students will be able to define motionand describe specific module concepts; utilize micro-computers to generate motion diagrams; understandthe nature of contact forces and distinguish passiveforces; work cooperatively to set-up laboratory exercis-es; and demonstrate applications of module-specificconcepts.

PHY 201 GENERAL PHYSICS I- TRIG BASED(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 104 or MTH 113 or EquivalentThis course is designed to cover general physics at alevel that assumes previous exposure to college alge-bra and basic trigonometry. Specific topics includemechanics, properties of matter and energy, thermody-namics, and periodic motion. Laboratory is required.

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PHY 202 GENERAL PHYSICS II – TRIG BASED(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: PHY 201This course is designed to cover general physics usingcollege algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific topicsinclude wave motion, sound, light, optics, electrostat-ics, circuits, magnetism and modern physics. Laboratoryis required.

PHY 205 RECITATION IN PHYSICS I(1T) 1 creditOne hour weekly purely for problem solving.

PHY 206 RECITATION IN PHYSICS II(1T) 1 creditOne hour weekly purely for problem solving.

PHY 213 GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS I(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUlSITE: MTH 125 or Permission of instructorThis course provides a calculus-based treatment of theprincipal subdivisions of classical physics: mechanicsand energy. Laboratory is required.

PHY 214 GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS II(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: PHY 213This course provides a calculus-based study in classi-cal physics. Topics included are simple harmonic motion,waves, sound, light, optics, electricity and magnetism.Laboratory is required.

PHY 216 RECITATION IN PHYSICS WITH CAL I(1T) 1 creditOne hour weekly purely for problem solving.

PHY 217 RECITATION IN PHYSICS WITH CAL II(1T) 1 creditOne hour weekly purely for problem solving.

PROCESS TECHNOLOGY (PCT)

PCT 100 FUNDAMENTALS OF PROCESS TECHNOLOGY(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview or introduction intothe field of Process Operations within the process indus-try.

PCT 105 SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview or introduction intothe field of Safety, Health and Environment within theprocess industry. Students will be introduced to varioustypes of plant hazards, safety and environmental sys-tems and equipment and regulations under which plantsare governed.

PCT 110 PROCESS TECHNOLOGY I, EQUIPMENT(3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: PCT 100This course provides an overview or introduction into

the field of process technology equipment within theprocess industry. Students will be introduced to manyprocess industry related equipment concepts includingpurpose, components, operation, and Process Techni-cians’ role for operating and troubleshooting the equip-ment.

PCT 115 INSTRUMENTATION I(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PCT 100This course covers process variables and various instru-ments used to sense, measure, transmit and controlthese variables. Introduces the students to control loopsand the elements that are found in different types ofloops, such as controllers, regulators and final control ele-ments. Concludes with a study of instrumentation draw-ings and diagrams and a unit on troubleshootinginstrumentation.

PCT 215 INSTRUMENTATION II(3T, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITES: PCT 110 and PCT 115This course introduces the student to switches, relaysand annunciators systems and moves on to discuss sig-nal conversion and transmission. Students move on tolearn about digital control, programmable logic controland distributed control systems before ending the coursewith a discussion of instrumentation power supplies,emergency shutdown systems and instrumentation mal-functions.

PCT 220 PROCESS TECHNOLOGY II, SYSTEMS(3T, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITES: PCT 105 and PCT 110This course is a study of the interrelations of processequipment and process systems. Students will be able toarrange process equipment into systems, describe thepurpose and function of specific process systems, explainhow factors affecting process systems are controlledunder normal conditions, and recognize abnormal processconditions. Students are also introduced to the conceptof system and plant economics.

PCT 225 QUALITY PROCESSES AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PCT 110This course provides an overview or introduction to thefield of quality within the process industry. Students willbe introduced to many industry-related quality conceptsincluding operating consistency, continuous improve-ment, plant economic skills and statistical process con-trol and process charting.

PCT 230 PROCESS TECHNOLOGY III, OPERATIONS(3T, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITES: PCT 215 and PCT 220This course provides an overview or introduction intothe field of operations within the process industry. Stu-dents will use existing knowledge of equipment, sys-tems and instrumentation to understand the operationof an entire unit.

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PCT 234 INDUSTRIAL CO-OP TRAINING(15M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of InstructorThis course provides a supervised work experience on apart-time basis at an approved industrial facility. Stu-dents will work in a job directly related to the processtechnology industry. A training plan will be arranged toassure the student’s opportunity to apply and /or expandprinciples and concepts in the field. The employer eval-uates the student’s performance, and the student willsubmit a descriptive report of his/her work experiences.

PCT 240 PROCESS TROUBLESHOOTING(3T, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITES: PCT 215 and PCT 220This course involves instruction in different types oftroubleshooting techniques, procedures, and methodsused to solve process problems. Topics include appli-cation of data collection and analysis, cause-effect rela-tionships and reasoning.

PRODUCTIVITY MANAGEMENT AND CONTROLTECHNOLOGY (PMC)

PMC 101 INDUSTRIAL MATHEMATICS I (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the fundamental concepts of mathand algebra with applications in technical and industrialsettings. Emphasis is placed on number systems, frac-tions, percent, signed numbers, measurement system,powers and roots, algebra coverage, adding/subtract-ing simple equations, graphing, equations, exponents,logarithms and use of calculator. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to perform fundamental conceptsof math and algebra.

PMC 102 INDUSTRIAL MATHEMATICS II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PMC 101 or MTH 103 or HigherThis course is a continuation of PMC 101 and coversbasic algebra and plane trigonometry. Emphasis isplaced on technical and industrial applications. Topicsto include quadratic equations, variation, intro to geom-etry, polygon, triangles, circles, solid geometry, intro totrig functions, right triangles, graphics, and oblique tri-angles. Upon completion, students should be able toperform concepts of algebra, geometry and trigonome-try.

PMC 104 ELEMENTARY STATISTICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PMC 102 or MTH 103 or HigherThis course is an introduction to methods of statistics.Emphasis is on descriptive or applied statistics, withtopics to include sampling, frequency distributions, mea-sures of central tendency, graphic representation, relia-bility, hypotheses testing, regression, estimation, andapplications. Probability, permutations, combinations,binomial theorem, random variables, and distributionsmay be included. Upon completion, students should beable to solve statistical problems and apply to interpret-ing data.

PMC 105 MEASUREMENTS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the common units of mea-

surement used in technical and industrial settings.Emphasis is placed on units, metric linear, surface, bulkmotion, force, temperature, fluid and electrical mea-surements. Upon completion, students should be ableto solve problems involving measurements.

PMC 108 FLUID POWER (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the basic principles of fluidpower (hydraulics and pneumatics) and its application inindustry. Emphasis is placed on a review of basicmechanics, basic science, fluids, pumps, actuators, fit-tings, seals, fluid selection, common circuits, and con-trol systems. Upon completion, students should havean understanding of fluid power and its applications.

PMC 112 INDUSTRIAL BLUEPRINT READING (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the fundamental con-cepts required to develop the techniques and skills ofvisualization and interpretation of symbols and otherrepresentations commonly used in mechanical/manu-facturing type drawings. Emphasis is placed on basicdrafting language, orthographic projection, auxiliaryviews, types of drawings, freehand technical sketching,dimensions and tolerances, section views, pictorial draw-ings, data sections of a print, machine specifications,numerical control drawings, welding drawings, and geo-metric tolerancing. Upon completion, students should beable to read, understand and use blueprints.

PMC 114 MECHANICAL DRIVES AND BEARINGS(2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is a survey course of the various mechani-cal drive systems and components used in industry.Emphasis is placed on application with topics to includecouplings, alignment, belts and chains, gears, gear boxes,clutches, brakes, motors, types, plain, ball, roller, noo-dle, maintenance, principles of seals, dynamic, static,oil, rings, gaskets, and sealings. Upon completion, stu-dents should have an understanding of mechanical dri-ves and bearings.

PMC 116 LUBRICATION(2T) 2 creditsThis course is an introduction to the science of lubrica-tion as it pertains to industrial applications. Emphasis isplaced on basic science (friction, wear, and surfaces),properties of lubricants, viscosity, additives, and meth-ods of application. Upon completion, students shouldhave a basic knowledge of lubricants and their applica-tion.

PMC 117 PUMPS AND PIPING SYSTEMS(2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of the various types of pumps andpiping systems used in industry. Emphasis is placedon basic science, flow of fluids, types, applications,installation and operation of centrifugal, rotary, diaphragmand reciprocating. Types of pipe, materials, tubes, hoses,codes, fittings, traps, valves, strainers, supports and anintro to piping drawings are included. Upon comple-tion, students should have knowledge of pumps andpiping systems.

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PMC 120 TECHNICAL SKETCHING (1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course is a study of understanding and applicationof graphic communications of technical information inan understandable and definitive method. Emphasis isplaced on topics that will enable a person to convey ver-bal and numerical information that is neat, legible andproportioned. Topics shall include techniques to use,projections, proportions, views, dimensioning and tol-erancing. Upon completion, students will have knowl-edge of graphic communications.

PMC 123 MATERIALS AND PROCESSES (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of the structure and properties ofmaterials. Emphasis is placed on ferrous and non-ferrousmetals, and selected industrial processes such as metalforming, heat treatments, metal cutting, drilling, reaming,boring, broaching, abrasive machining and weldingprocesses. Upon completion, students should haveknowledge of materials and processes as related to indus-try.

PMC 124 INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the theory of structure andproperties of industrial materials. Emphasis is placedon the use and selection of industrial materials, with top-ics to include metals (ferrous and non-ferrous), plastics,elastomers, ceramics, and composites. Also includedare those processes involved with materials such as hot& cold rolling and heat treating. Chemical structure andchange is covered in heat treating. Upon completion,students should have knowledge of industrial materials.

PMC 125 INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES (2T) 2 creditsThis course is a comprehensive study of industrialprocesses particularly as they pertain to manufacturingoperations. Emphasis is placed on inspection methodsalong with quality control and automation, with topicscovering chip removing, chipless machines, forming andwelding. Field trips to industry plants will supplementclass work. Upon completion, students should haveknowledge of industrial processes.

PMC 130 GEOMETRIC TOLERANCINGAND FORM (1T) 1 creditThis course is based on latest ANSI Y 14.5M standards.Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing is the systembeing used to assure precision and precisioness in indus-trial operations. Emphasis is placed on definitions, sym-bols used, form tolerancing, orientation tolerances andrunout tolerancing, and interpretation of feature controlblocks. Upon completion, students should have knowl-edge of geometric tolerancing.

PMC 134 DIEMAKING (2T) 2 creditsThis course covers principles, theory, techniques, designand construction of basic and advanced types of diesused in manufacturing. Emphasis is placed on blankingand piercing dies, screw and dowel holes, die life, strip-ping, die to press relationships, inverted dies, compounddies and combination dies. Upon completion, studentsshould have knowledge of diemaking.

PMC 135 PRECISION MEASUREMENTSMETROLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the use and care of precisioninstruments and dimensional controls. Emphasis isplaced on reasons and language of measurements, sys-tems of measurements, graduated scales, scaled instru-ment, vernier instruments, micrometers, standards, gageblocks, use of comparators, pneumatic, electronicsdevices and use of optical flats. Upon completion, stu-dents should have knowledge of measurements of metrol-ogy.

PMC 136 SHOP THEORY I (1T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to industrial machine toolsand their applications. Emphasis is placed on machineset-ups, handtools, cutting tools, speeds and feeds,drilling machines, measuring and gaging. Upon com-pletion, students will have a basic knowledge of machinetools and their applications.

PMC 137 SHOP THEORY II (1T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is a continuation of PMC 136. Emphasis isplaced on operations of various machine tools includ-ing lathe, shapers, milling machines, borer and grinders.Upon completion, students will have an advanced knowl-edge of machine tools and their application.

PMC 155 STATISTICAL QUALITY CONTROL (SQC) (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MTH 112 or HigherThis is an in-depth course of study in various types ofcontrol charts, rationalizing subgroups, analyzing varia-tions and procedures for applying statistical techniques.Upon completion, a student should be able to applyknowledge to solving quality control type problems.

PMC 158 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICALPROCESS CONTROL (SPCI) (2T) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: PMC 102 or HigherThis is an introductory course in preparing various typesof control charts for analysis and control of processes.Emphasis is placed on descriptive statistics, X-R charts,median range charts and variability and attribute charts.Use of charts for problem solving and analysis are includ-ed. Upon completion, students should have knowledgeof statistical process control.

PMC 163 PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISIONMAKING TECHNIQUES (2T) 2 creditsThis course is a study of the various decision makingconcepts and their application to productive processesand service to make logical decisions. Emphasis is placedon brain-storming, cause and effect diagrams, paretocharts, and use of graphs. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to solve problems and make decisionsrelated to industry needs.

PMC 180 BASIC ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS I(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PMC 101 or MTH 103 or MTH 118This course is designed for the person who needs anunderstanding of electrical/electronic fundamentals andprinciples. Emphasis is placed on electrical theory and

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science, devices, magnetism and electromagnetism, cir-cuit analysis of resistive, capacitive, resonance and tunedcircuits. Upon completion, students will have knowl-edge of basic electricity and electronics for industry use.

PMC 182 FUNDAMENTALS OF ROBOTICS (2T) 2 creditsThis is a survey course of what robots do, how theyoperate, and how they are integrated into automatedmanufacturing. Emphasis is placed on terminology,classification, and principles of operations. Upon com-pletion, students will have knowledge of how roboticsis used in industry.

PMC 195 INDUSTRIAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to provide a comprehensivecoverage of safety practices and the relationship betweensafety and human relations. Emphasis is placed on acci-dent losses, legislation, OSHACT, practices, investiga-tions, and hazards: falls, impacts, mechanical, electrical,pressure, fire, explosions, noise, and radiation. Uponcompletion, students should have knowledge of healthand safety practices needed in an industrial environ-ment.

PMC 202 APPLIED FLUID MECHANICS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PMC 102 or HigherThis course is an introduction to behavior of fluids (liq-uid and gas) in static and dynamic condition in varioussystems. Emphasis is placed on S1 Metric review, fluidmetrology, fluid properties, statics, flow, momentumand reaction and lubrication principles. Upon completion,students will have knowledge of fluids.

POLITICAL SCIENCE (POL)

POL 103, CURRENT AFFAIRS (2T) 2 credits104, 105 PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor

This course sequence is designed to acquaint studentswith major issues and problems of contemporary soci-ety through examination of current events. Emphasisis placed on topics which contribute to student awarenessof historical development and political significances ofselected contemporary issues. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to identify and explain factors inthe historical development of, explain political signifi-cances of, and express informed judgments about select-ed contemporary social and political issues.

POL 106 CURRENT AFFAIRS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is a study of contemporary world events asreflected in current media reports. Emphasis is placed ontopics of current significance as news or human interestevents on the national and international levels. Uponcompletion, students should be able to identify andexplain factors involved with, explain political signifi-cances of, and express informed judgments about select-ed contemporary social and political issues.

POL 200 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCE(3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the field of political sci-ence through examination of the fundamental princi-ples, concepts, and methods of the discipline, and thebasic political processes and institutions of organizedpolitical systems. Topics include approaches to politicalscience, research methodology, the state, government,law, ideology, organized political influences, govern-mental bureaucracy, problems in political democracy,and international politics. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to identify, describe, define, analyze, andexplain relationships among the basic principles andconcepts of political science and political processes andinstitutions of contemporary political systems.

POL 211 AMERICAN NATIONAL GOVERNMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course surveys the background, constitutional prin-ciples, organization, and operation of the American polit-ical system. Topics include the U.S. Constitution,federalism, civil liberties, civil rights, political parties,interest groups, political campaigns, voting behavior,elections, the presidency, bureaucracy, Congress, and thejustice system. Upon completion, students should beable to identify and explain relationships among the basicelements of American government and function as moreinformed participants of the American political system.

POL 220 STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the forms of organization, func-tions, institutions, and operation of American state andlocal governments. Emphasis is placed on the variety offorms and functions of state and local governments,with particular attention to those in Alabama and to theinteractions between state and local government andthe national government. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to identify elements of and explain rela-tionships among the state, local, and national govern-ments of the U.S. and function as more informedparticipants of state and local political systems.

POL 230 COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces comparative analysis of politi-cal systems. Emphasis is placed on institutions andprocesses of contemporary national political systemsin selected democratic industrial nations. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to compare and con-trast the organization, institutions, and processes ofmajor types of governmental systems of the world.

POL 236 SURVEY OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is a survey of the basic forces affecting inter-national relations. Topics include bases of nationalpower, balance of power, causes of war, the interna-tional political economy, international law, internationalorganization, and possible futures of international rela-tions. Upon completion, students should be able toidentify and discuss relevant terms and concepts and

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identify, analyze, evaluate and discuss the primary factorsinfluencing the international relations of selected states.

POL 240 POLITICAL THEORY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is an introduction to political theory throughexamination of philosophical concepts related to devel-opment of modern political ideologies. Emphasis isplaced on selected sources of political philosophies.Upon completion, students should be able to identifyselected political concepts and associated philosophers,and define, analyze, and explain major tenets of selectedideologies.

POL 299 DIRECTED STUDIES 1-3 credits*PREREQUISITE: Recommendation of instructor andApproval of Department ChairpersonThis course provides opportunities for non-traditionalexploration of selected topics in political science. Empha-sis is placed on knowledge and experience students gainthrough learning activities such as guided reading, intern-ships, and programs combining personal experience withrelated intensive study. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to prepare papers, presentations, or otherprojects on approved topics related to their individualexperiences.*Credit to be determined from appropriate contact-to-credit ratio formula.

PARALEGAL (PRL)

PRL 101 INTRODUCTION TO PARALEGAL STUDY(3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces the paralegal profession and thelegal system. Topics include regulations and concepts,ethics, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportuni-ties, certification, professional organizations, and otherrelated topics. Upon completion, students should beable to explain the role of the paralegal and identify theskills, knowledge, and ethics required of legal assistants.

PRL 102 BASIC LEGAL RESEARCHAND WRITING (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Grade of “C’ or better in ENG 093 orsatisfactory ACT, SAT, or placement scoreCO/PREREQUISITE: PRL 101 This course introduces the techniques of legal researchand writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing,applying, and updating sources of law; effective legalwriting, including proper citation; and the use of elec-tronic research methods. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to perform legal research and writingassignments using techniques covered in the course.

PRL 103 ADVANCED LEGAL RESEARCHAND WRITING (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PRL 102, Grade of “C’ or better in ENG093 or satisfactory ACT, SAT, or placement scoreThis course covers advanced topics in legal research andwriting. Topics include more complex legal issues andassignments involving preparation of legal memos, briefs,and other documents and the advanced use of electron-

ic research methods. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to perform legal research and writing assign-ments using techniques covered in the course.

PRL 150 COMMERCIAL LAW (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course covers legally enforceable agreements, formsof organization, and selected portions of the UniformCommercial Code. Topics include drafting and enforce-ment of contracts, leases and related documents andselection and implementation of business organizationforms, sales, and commercial papers. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to apply the elements of acontract, prepare various business documents and under-stand the role of commercial papers.

PRL 160 CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course introduces substantive criminal law and pro-cedural rights of the accused. Topics include elements ofstate/federal crimes, defenses, constitutional issues, pre-trial process, and other related topics. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to explain elements ofspecific crimes and assist an attorney in preparing acriminal case. (Students may substitute CRJ 140.)

PRL 170 ADMINISTRATIVE LAW (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the scope, authority, and regulatoryoperations of various federal, state, and local adminis-trative agencies. Topics include social security, work-ers’ compensation, unemployment, zoning and otherrelated topics. Upon completion, students should beable to research sources of administrative law, investigate,and assist in representation of clients before adminis-trative agencies.

PRL 192 SELECTED TOPICS IN PARALEGAL(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an opportunity to explore areas ofcurrent interest in specific program or discipline areas.Emphasis is placed on subject matter appropriate to theprogram or discipline. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate an understanding of the specificarea of study.

PRL 210 INTRODUCTION TO REALPROPERTY LAW (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces the study of real property law.Topics include the distinction between real and person-al property, various estates, mechanics of conveyanceand encumbrance, recordation, special proceedings, andother related topics. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to identify estates, forms of deeds, requirementsfor recording, and procedures to enforce rights to realproperty. (Students may substitute RLS 125.)

PRL 220 CORPORATE LAW (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the legal aspects of forming, oper-ating, and maintaining a business. Emphasis is placed onthe business corporation with additional coverage of soleproprietorships and partnerships. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to draft basic partnership and cor-porate documents and file these documents as required.

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PRL 230 DOMESTIC LAW (3T) 3 creditsThis course covers laws governing domestic relations.Topics include marriage, separation, divorce, child cus-tody, support, property division, adoption, domestic vio-lence, and other related topics. Upon completion,students should be able to interview clients, gather infor-mation, and draft documents related to family law.

PRL 240 WILLS, ESTATES, AND TRUSTS(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course covers various types of wills, trusts, pro-bate estate administration, and intestacy. Topics includetypes of wills and execution requirements, caveats anddissents, intestate succession, inventories and account-ings, distribution and settlement, and other related top-ics. Upon completion, students should be able to draftsimple wills, prepare estate forms, understand admin-istration of estates including taxation, and explain termsregarding trusts.

PRL 245 EVIDENCE FOR PARALEGALS (3T) 3 creditsThis course examines the rules of evidence, and theadmissibility or inadmissibility of different types of evi-dence. The student should be able to recognize eviden-tiary problems on examination of trial transcripts to beraised as issues on appeal.

PRL 250 BANKRUPTCY AND COLLECTIONS(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of the laws of bank-ruptcy and the rights of creditors and debtors. Topicsinclude bankruptcy procedures and estate management,attachment, claim and delivery, repossession, foreclo-sure, collection, garnishment, and post-judgment col-lection procedure. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to prepare and file bankruptcy forms, collectionletters, statutory liens, and collection of judgments.

PRL 262 CIVIL LAW AND PROCEDURE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to give the student a basic under-standing of the federal rules of civil procedure and Alaba-ma rules of court. The student will demonstrate theability to prepare a trial notebook for litigation purposes.

PRL 270 WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course covers the process of initiating and han-dling workers’ compensation claims. Emphasis is placedon reviewing and drafting relevant Industrial Commissionforms. Upon completion, students should be able tointerview clients, gather information, and draft docu-ments related to workers’ compensation claims.

PRL 282 LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENTAND PROCEDURES (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course focuses on the organization, function, prac-tices and procedures of a law office. Emphasis is placedon basic law office management, including office lay-out, personnel, equipment and supplies, filing systems,scheduling and docket control; as well as the creation,preparation, organization and processing of pleadings,forms, briefs and other legal documents. Upon coursecompletion, students should be able to demonstrate and

apply appropriate law office management techniquesand procedures.

PRL 291 INTERNSHIP IN PARALEGALISM(15M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PRL 101, PRL 102, PRL 262, and Per-mission of instructorThis course provides students opportunities to work inpaid or unpaid positions in which they apply paralegalskills and knowledge. This course requires a minimumof 100 hours of practical experience in the legal field,including work in law offices, municipal courts, banks,insurance companies, and governmental agencies, andwith district and circuit court judges. Upon course com-pletion, students will be able to apply in real-work settingscompetencies obtained in the PRL curriculum.

PSYCHOLOGY (PSY)

PSY 100 ORIENTATION (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed to introduce the student to col-lege life, responsibilities, rules and regulations. Thiscourse is required for all students placing in at least twodevelopmental courses on placement exam.

PSY 102 APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY (2T) 2 creditsThis course introduces the basic principles of psychol-ogy as they apply to daily life. Topics include perception,emotions, motivation, adjustment, behavior manage-ment, communication, and related topics that promotegrowth and development on the job and in one’s per-sonal life. Upon completion, students should be ableto apply the principles learned in this class to everydayliving and on-the-job experiences.

PSY 106 CAREER EXPLORATION (1T) 1 creditThis course is designed for students to explore potentialcareer fields. The course includes an assessment, thor-ough testing of strengths and weaknesses, general infor-mation about careers and job skills, value and decisionmaking techniques, and career research.

PSY 107 STUDY SKILLS (1T) 1 creditIn this course, emphasis is placed on the skills of “howto study.” The course introduces the student to effec-tive techniques for listening in class, note taking, prepa-ration for test taking, and an overall system of successfulstudy.

PSY 110 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis is a structured group experience that emphasizeseffective living through developing one’s own internalresources. Topics included are self-programmed control,relaxation training, and inter-personal skills. The courseis designed to translate other life skills into successful col-lege adjustment. Study skills, library skills, and life plan-ning are also discussed. This course may not transfer tosome four-year institutions.

PSY 200 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of behavior with an emphasison psychological processes. This course includes the

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biological bases for behavior, thinking, emotion, moti-vation, and the nature and development of personality.

PSY 207 PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an understanding of the basic prin-ciples of mental health and an understanding of the indi-vidual modes of behavior.

PSY 208 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES INPSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course is a study of selected topics in general psy-chology.

PSY 210 HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course is a study of the psychological, social andphysical factors that affect human behavior from con-ception to death.

PSY 211 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a systematic study of the behavior andpsychological development of the child from conceptionto adolescence. Emphasis will be placed on principlesunderlying physical, mental, emotional and social devel-opment, methods of child study, and practical implica-tions.

PSY 212 ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course covers a systematic study of the behaviorand psychological development of the adolescent fromlate childhood to early adulthood. Emphasis will beplaced on principles underlying physical, mental, emo-tional, and social development.

PSY 216 ADULT PSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course covers a systematic study of the behaviorand psychological development of the adult. Emphasiswill be placed on principles underlying physical, mental,emotional and social development.

PSY 217 PSYCHOLOGY OF DEATHAND DYING (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the special psychological adjust-ments surrounding the issue of death and dealing with theterminally ill.

PSY 220 HUMAN SEXUALITY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a comprehensive and integrated approachto human sexuality emphasizing biological, psychologi-cal, social and emotional aspects.

PSY 230 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course is a survey of abnormal behavior and itssocial and biological origins. The anxiety related disor-ders, psychoses, personality disorders and mental defi-ciencies will be covered.

PSY 240 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course is a study of psychological theories and prin-ciples as applied to the educational process.

PSY 250 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course is a study of social factors as they influenceindividual behavior.

PSY 260 STATISTICS FOR THE SOCIALSCIENCES (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the basic statistical con-cepts, measures, and techniques used in social scienceresearch and report writing. It includes both descriptiveand inferential statistics.

PSY 270 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRIALPSYCHOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is a study of interpersonal relations in theworking environment, interpersonal communications,and techniques for selection and supervision of personnel.

PSY 276 HUMAN RELATIONS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course focuses on readings, inter- and intra- personalexperiences, individual testing, employer visits and opendiscussions. Its goal is to assist the student in making asuccessful transition from classroom to the world ofwork.

PSY 280 BRAIN, MIND AND BEHAVIOR (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: PSY 200This course is a comprehensive study of the human brainand its functions.

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QUALITY CONTROL TECHNOLOGY (QCT)

QCT 101 INTRODUCTION TO QUALITY(3T) 3 creditsThis course covers the total quality system, manage-ment strategies for quality, the difference between qual-ity control and quality assurance, and theinterdependence of systems and processes. Emphasisis placed on consumer demand for quality, establishingthe quality system, organizing and achieving total com-mitment, the use of surveys, complaints, and how touse information to compete for additional market share.Upon completion, the student should understand theimportance of customers and know how to gain anunderstanding of the customer’s wants and needs anddevelop customer loyalty.

QCT 102 STATISTICS I FOR QUALITY CONTROL(3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces elementary probability and sta-tistics. Topics include basic laws of probability, devel-oping histograms, understanding basic discrete andcontinuous probability density functions, use of the cal-culator, variability, descriptive statistics, normal distri-butions, samples, and populations. Upon completionof this course, the student should be able to understandand apply elementary probability and statistical tools tothe area of quality.

QCT 103 STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: QCT 102 or BUS 271This course is an introduction to the development ofattribute and variable control charts. Topics includeproblem identification, solution by application of processimprovement methods, analysis of attribute data, and astudy of non-traditional ideas on problem finding andsolving with practical application. Upon completion,students will have a basic understanding of how andwhy control charts work and will be expected to collectdata from work or home environment for charting.

QCT 104 INSPECTION PLANNING AND METROLOGY(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: QCT 102This course is a study of the mathematics of measure-ment systems. Topics include the inspection, function,quality requirements for inspection, types of inspection,survey of inspection tools used in the trade, ethics, mea-surement systems, history of inspection techniques, andtechnology advances. Students will learn how to conductgage capability studies and understand the sources ofmeasurement error.

QCT 105 FACILITATOR TRAINING (2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to teach participants how to usefacilitation and communication techniques to obtaingroup consensus in the solution of a problem. Topicscovered include differences between a team leader andfacilitator, conflict management, identifying facilitationstrategies, sending and receiving messages in a workenvironment, giving feedback in the work group, sharinginformation, and reaching consensus within the crossfunctional team structure. Upon completion of this

applied course, the student should have a basic under-standing of the skills needed to facilitate the interactiveprocess of the Total Quality Leadership Team.

QCT 202 STATISTICS II FOR QUALITY CONTROL(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: QCT 102, BUS 271 or MTH 265This course is a continuation of QCT 102, Statistics I.Topics include probability density functions, acceptancesampling by attributes and variables, regression andcorrelation, and an introduction to experimental design.Upon completion, the student should have an under-standing of the basic statistical tools used in the field ofquality.

QCT 204 AUDITING (3T) 3 creditsThe focus of this course is how to audit a quality system.Topics include types of audits, establishing the auditteam, data that is required, documentation required, howand what statistical data is useful, corrective action,improvement through audit processes, and current indus-try auditing standards. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to identify practical uses of audits andaudit results.

QCT 205 CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTTECHNIQUES (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces the problem solving process andproblem solving tools such as Pareto charts, flow charts,brainstorming, histograms, cause and effect diagrams,simple graphical methods, and diagnostic graphing tech-niques. A basic plan-do-study-act cycle which instillssystem alignment and system improvement conceptsis used as the course framework and benchmarking andpractical applications of root cause analysis will be intro-duced. Upon completion, students should be able toapply several problem-solving tools.

QCT 206 QUALITY PRACTICES ANDAPPLICATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of Total Quality Man-agement (TQM) and its application to the workplace.Included is a discussion of the history of TQM, problemsolving tools, developing and managing effective teams,leadership skills, elements of empowerment, and com-mitment to quality. Upon completion, the student shouldbe able to work through exercises demonstrating theconcepts of Total Quality Management.

QCT 207 SEMINAR IN QUALITYTECHNOLOGY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to cover topics of current inter-est in the area of quality. Topics include such areas ofcurrent interest as ethics, current industry standards,software, and other timely topics of concern. Upon com-pletion, the student should be aware of the topics of cur-rent interest and concern in the area of quality.

QCT 208 RELIABILITY FOR THETECHNOLOGIES (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of reliability for the

technologies. Topics include Failure Modes and EffectsAnalysis (FMEA), failure rates and mean time between

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failures, reliability, availability, life cycle costs, maintain-ability, safety, benchmarking, supplier quality, and soft-ware quality. Upon completion, the student should beable to identify the elements necessary to achieve relia-bility.

QCT 209 DESIGN OF QUALITY PROGRAMS (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides an overview of International Stan-dards for Quality System Management. Emphasis is ondesign implementation and maintenance of quality pro-grams such as ISO 9000, Baldrige criteria, and othercurrent standards. Upon completion, the student shouldbe able to identify the elements necessary for the design,implementation, and maintenance of a quality system.

RELIGION (REL)

REL 100 HISTORY OF WORLD RELIGIONS(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to acquaint the student with thebeliefs and practices of the major contemporary religionsof the world. This includes the religions of Africa, theOrient, and the western world. The student should havean understanding of the history and origins of the variousreligions of the world.

REL 101 SURVEY OF CHURCH HISTORY I(3T) 3 creditsThis is the first course in a sequence of two courseswhich is a study of the growth and development of thechurch from the New Testament to the Reformation.

REL 102 SURVEY OF CHURCH HISTORY II(3T) 3 creditsThis course is the second in a sequence of two courseswhich is a study of the growth and development of thechurch from the Reformation to the present day.

REL 106 CHRISTIAN DOCTRINES (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a comparative study of church doctrines.The student should have an understanding of the variousdoctrines of the church.

REL 107 INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN LIVING(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the categories of Christian ethics.Attention is given to the social institutions and how Chris-tian ethics are applied to these institutions. The studentshould have an understanding of the ethical decisionsof Christian living.

REL 108 INTRODUCTION TO PREACHING MINISTRY(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the meaning of preaching andthe importance of the sermon. Included in the courseis an introduction to the textual and topical resourcesfor sermons. The student should understand and beable to prepare sermons.

REL 109 TEACHING IN THE CHURCH (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of methods designed to improveteaching in the church. It addresses the meaning, meth-

ods and material that are effective in teaching in a churchenvironment. The student should be able to develop achurch curriculum upon completion of this course.

REL 116 CHURCH ADMINISTRATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a comparative study of various types ofchurch administration. The student should have anunderstanding of the various types of church adminis-tration.

REL 119 INTERPRETING THE BIBLE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an attempt to understand the method ofdealing with scripture as the word of God. Attention isgiven to different approaches to interpretation and sug-gestions are provided for legitimate application. The stu-dent should develop a greater understanding of the Bibleas a result of this course.

REL 120 LIFE AND TEACHING OF JESUS(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the teaching of Jesus as record-ed in the Gospels, covering an examination of majorevents in his life in light of modern Biblical and historicalscholarship. The student should have knowledge ofJesus’ life and the application of his teachings to modernlife. Emphasis in the course is given to the reading andinterpretation of the gospels and on other ancient andmodern source material.

REL 151 SURVEY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the content of the OldTestament, with emphasis on the historical context andcontemporary theological and cultural significance of theOld Testament. The student should have an under-standing of the significance of the Old Testament writingsupon completion of this course.

REL 152 SURVEY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a survey of the books of the New Testa-ment, with special attention focused on the historicaland geographical setting. The student should have anunderstanding of the books of the New Testament and thecultural and historical events associated with these writ-ings.

REL 166 BIBLICAL BACKGROUND (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a contemporary overview of Biblical lands.The student should have an understanding of the geo-graphical and cultural context of the lands associatedwith the Bible.

REL 206 HISTORY OF AMERICAN CHRISTIANITY (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an attempt to understand the complexcharacter of American churches and sects, their origin anddevelopment.

REL 240 PSYCHOLOGY OF RELIGION (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study in personal adjustment and self-understanding in a religious context.

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REL 250 INTRODUCTION TO PASTORAL CARE(3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the role and function ofpastoral counseling. The student should have a basicunderstanding of the various tasks of a pastoral coun-selor.

REAL ESTATE (RLS)

RLS 101 REAL ESTATE PRINCIPLES (4T) 4 creditsThis is an introductory real estate course providing thenecessary terminology, background, and understand-ing of real estate principles. Topics include history ofproperty ownership, real estate finance, real estate law,and the mechanics of listing and closing the sale. It isdesigned to assist those preparing for the real estatesalesman’s licensing examination in Alabama.

RLS 110 REAL ESTATE FINANCE (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: RLS 101This course provides an analysis of money markets, withspecial emphasis on real estate financing. Topics includeinterest rates, lending policies, problems and rules inreal estate financing of real property.

RLS 116 REAL ESTATE APPRAISAL CERTIFICATION(4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: RLS 101This is an introductory course providing the foundationof real estate appraisal. Topics include site and physicalfactors; effects of the money and capital markets;methodologies used to value property; and how to pre-sent and evaluate the appraisal report.

RLS 125 REAL ESTATE LAW (3T) 3 creditsThis course deals with Alabama real estate law. Empha-sis is placed on such areas as real property and zoningeasements, titles, deeds, recording practices, contracts,mortgages, and law.

RLS 140 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN REAL ESTATE(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course allows a student to pursue independentstudies in the real estate field. Projects and/or topicsmay be assigned by the instructor or designed by thestudent, with instructor’s approval.

RLS 190 REAL ESTATE WORKSHOP (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThese workshops consist of presentations of currenttopics of interest to those employed in the real estateindustry. They can be developed to meet the continuingeducation requirements of the real estate professional.They are offered upon demand.

RLS 205 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course includes principles and practices of propertymanagement. Emphasis is placed on residential, busi-ness, industrial, and investment properties.

RADIO AND TV BROADCASTING (RTV)

RTV 117 TELEVISION PRODUCTION (3T) 3 creditsThe theory and application of television media writingand production techniques are covered in this coursethrough an examination of the equipment, process, andtechnology required in production for television andrelated media.

RTV 143 PRACTICUM IN TELEVISION BROADCASTING(1T, 3-6M) 1-3 creditsThis course offers supervised campus experience inradio or television broadcasting with emphasis in theplanning, production and editing of electronic mediaannouncements and programs.

RTV 217 ADVANCED TELEVISION PRODUCTION (2T, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: RTV 117This course is a continuation of RTV 117 with emphasison television, producing, directing, and editing theoryand applications.

SOCIOLOGY (SOC)

SOC 200 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY(3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to vocabulary, concepts,and theory of sociological perspective of human behav-ior.

SOC 208 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY(3T) 3 creditsThis course delves into the nature and extent of crime inthe United States, as well as criminal delinquent behav-ior and theories of causation. The study includes crim-inal personalities, principles of prevention, control andtreatment.

SOC 209 JUVENILE DELINQUENCY (3T) 3 creditsThis course examines the causes of delinquency. It alsoreviews programs of prevention and control of juveniledelinquency, as well as the role of the courts.

SOC 210 SOCIAL PROBLEMS (3T) 3 creditsThe course examines the social and cultural aspects,influences, incidence and characteristics of current socialproblems in light of sociological theory and research.

SOC 246 WOMEN IN A CHANGING SOCIETY(3T) 3 creditsThis course explores the role of the contemporary womanand the changing family and the world of work.

SOC 247 MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY (3T) 3 creditsThe course is a study of family structures and families ina modern society. It covers preparation for marriage,as well as sociological, psychological, biological, andfinancial factors relevant to success in marriage andfamily life.

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SOC 296 DIRECTED STUDIES IN SOCIOLOGY(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course provides students with opportunities to have“hands-on” experience with research methods used inthe behavioral sciences or to complete directed readingsunder faculty supervision.

SPANISH (SPA)

SPA 101 INTRODUCTORY SPANISH I (4T) 4 creditsThis course provides an introduction to Spanish. Topicsinclude the development of basic communication skillsand the acquisition of basic knowledge of the culturesof Spanish speaking areas.

SPA 102 INTRODUCTORY SPANISH II (4T) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: SPA 101 or Equivalent.This continuation course includes the development ofbasic communication skills and the acquisition of basicknowledge of the cultures of Spanish speaking areas.

SPA 201 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: SPA 102 or Equivalent.This course includes a review and further development ofcommunication skills. Topics include readings of literary,historical, and/or cultural texts.

SPA 202 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: SPA 201.This continuation course includes a review and furtherdevelopment of communication skills. Topics includereadings of literary, historical, and/or cultural texts.

SPEECH COMMUNICATION (SPH)

SPH 107 FUNDAMENTALS OF PUBLICSPEAKING (3T) 3 creditsThis course explores principles of audience and envi-ronment analysis as well as the actual planning, rehears-ing and presenting of formal speeches to specificaudiences. Historical foundations, communication the-ories and student performances are emphasized.

SPH 206 ORAL INTERPRETATION (3T) 3 credits This course is designed to help students develop spe-cific skills in the analysis and oral interpretation of poet-ry, prose, and drama. It includes a study of the elementsof oral communication such as imagery, structure, anddramatic timing. Opportunity is given for public/class-room performance of literature. (Offered Spring semes-ter; Decatur Campus only.)

SPH 228 GROUP COMMUNICATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course offers a study of the nature, uses, and typesof group discussion, intrapersonal communication, andinterpersonal communication. It includes a study of therole of democratic leadership in organizing and con-ducting group meetings. Group problem-solving andthe individual’s role in a functioning group are alsoexplored.

SOCIAL WORK TECHNOLOGY (SWT)

SWT 109 TECHNIQUES OF BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION I(3T) 3 creditsIn this course, the student will demonstrate the abilityto decrease inappropriate behaviors and to shape appro-priate behavior through the use of behavior modificationtechniques.

SWT 130 THE COMMUNITY AND THE SOCIAL WORKER(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to acquaint the student with thedemographic, economic and cultural composition of thecommunity. The student will develop technical skills formaking practical application of available resources forenhancing the quality of life within the community.

SWT 131 PROBLEMS OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH(3T) 3 creditsThis course develops an understanding of the emotion-al, social, psychological, and physical needs of childrenand youth. This course presents the influences andresponsibilities of natural and surrogate parents. Thestudent becomes familiar with the nature and causes ofthe more common problems and develops skills forassisting with the prevention and/or improvement ofproblems common among children and youth.

SWT 133 GERIATRICS (3T) 3 creditsThis course includes the study of the needs of makingadjustments to retirement, activities and hobbies of theolder person, and community agencies available for theaged. This course will include common psychologicaland physical problems of the aging. Actual experience willbe provided in helping the elderly accept the changes inlater life and teaching them of the many services availableto them.

SWT 138 COUNSELING FROM A CULTURAL PERSPECTIVE(3T) 3 creditsThis course will acquaint the students with some of theproblems facing minorities. It will stress the importanceon the counselor’s knowledge of, and sensitivity to, theminority client experiences and how these experiences aregreater now than they have been at any time in the pastthree decades. This course will help counselors andmental health practitioners maximize their effectivenesswhen working with a culturally diverse population. Thestudent will learn to establish the necessary and suffi-cient conditions of a counseling relationship with clientswho are culturally different. Similarities in race, ethnic-ity, and culture will be stressed.

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY (SUR)

SUR 100 PRINCIPLES OF SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY (3T, 6S) 5 creditsPREREQUISITES: Admission to the Surgical TechnologyProgram and permission of the instructorThis course is an introduction to the field of surgicaltechnology as a career. Emphasis is on the role of thesurgical technologist, principles of asepsis, principlesof patient care, surgical procedures, operative tech-niques, blood-borne pathogens, safety, pharmacology,and surgical instrumentation. Upon completion, the stu-dent should be able to demonstrate practical applica-tion of the basic procedures and skills of the surgicaltechnologist.

SUR 102 APPLIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIES(2T, 6S) 4 creditsPREREQUISITES: Admission to the Surgical TechnologyProgram and permission of the instructorThis course is the application of principles of asepsisand the role of the surgical technologist. Emphasis isplaced on creating and maintaining a sterile environ-ment and applying skills of interoperative procedures.Upon completion of this course, the student should beable to participate in mock surgical procedures.

SUR 103 SURGICAL PROCEDURES (3T, 6S) 5 creditsPREREQUISITES: SUR 100, SUR 102, SUR 107, andHPS 114This course is a study of surgical procedures as theyrelate to anatomy, pathology, specialty equipment, andteam responsibility. Patient safety is emphasized andmedications used in surgery are discussed. Upon com-pletion of the course, the student should be able to par-ticipate in surgical procedures in the operating room.

SUR 104 SURGICAL PRACTICUM I (2O, P5) 4 creditsPREREQUISITES: SUR 100, SUR 102, SUR 107, andHPS 114This course is the application of perioperative principlesin the perioperative setting. Emphasis is placed on appli-cation of the surgical technologist’s role. Upon com-pletion of the course, the student should be able toparticipate in the surgical technologist role.

SUR 105 SURGICAL PRACTICUM II (1T, 20, P5) 5 creditsPREREQUISITES: SUR 103 and SUR 104This clinical experience allows the student to practice inthe health care environment using entry level skillsattained in previous classroom, laboratory, and clinicalinstruction. In addition to clinical skills, emphasis isplaced on specialty surgical procedures, the study oftrends, professional and interpersonal skills in the healthcare setting, and case review. Upon completion of thiscourse, the student should be able to apply concepts ofsurgical technology to student levels.

SUR 106 SPECIAL TOPICS IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITES: SUR 100 and SUR 102This course is designed to provide specialized instructionin selected topics in the field of Surgical Technology.

Emphasis is on review of content specific to the practiceof surgical technology and preparation for the LCC-STcertification examination. Upon completion of thiscourse, the student will be able to demonstrate readi-ness to take the certification examination.

SUR 107 SURGICAL ANATOMY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITES: Admission to the program and/or asrequired by the departmentThis course is an overview of surgical anatomy andpathophysiology. Emphasis is placed on the organizationstructure of the body, organ systems, relevant surgicalpathophysiology, and related medical terminology. Uponcompletion, the student should be able to apply knowl-edge of anatomy in the clinical environment.

THEATRE (THR)

THR 113, THEATRE WORKSHOP114, 115 I, II, III (2T) 2 credits each

These courses provide practical experience in the pro-duction and performance of a dramatic presentation withassignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography,sound, costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing,and other aspects of theatre production.

THR 120 THEATRE APPRECIATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to increase appreciation of con-temporary theatre. Emphasis is given to the theatre asan art form through the study of the history and theoryof drama and the contributions of playwright, actor,director, designer, and technician to modern media.Attendance at theatre productions may be required.(Offered as a telecourse.)

THR 126 INTRODUCTION TO THE THEATRE (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to teach the history of the theatreand the principles of drama. It also covers the devel-opment of theatre production and the study of selectedplays as theatrical presentations.

THR 131 ACTING TECHNIQUES I (3T) 3 creditsThis is the first of a two-course sequence in which thestudent will focus on the development of the body and

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voice as the performing instruments in acting. Empha-sis is placed on pantomime, improvisation, acting exer-cises, and building characterizations in short actingscenes. Students will participate in a theatre produc-tion.

THR 132 ACTING TECHNIQUES II (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: THR 131This course is a continuation of THR 131. Students willparticipate in a theatre production.

THR 141 INTRODUCTION TO DANCE IN THEATRE I(1-2T) 1-2 creditsThis is the first of a two-course sequence which offers thestudent an introduction to basic dance movements andthe use of dance in dramatic productions.

THR 142 INTRODUCTION TO DANCE IN THEATRE II(1-2T) 1-2 creditsThis course is a continuation of THR 141.

THR 213, THEATRE WORKSHOP214, 215 IV, V, VI (2T) 2 credits each

These courses are a continuation of THR 113,114, and115.

THR 216 THEATRICAL MAKE-UP (2T) 2 creditsThis course is a study of the materials and techniquesof theatrical make-up.

THR 236 STAGECRAFT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the principles, techniques, andmaterials in theatrical scenery and lighting.

THR 251 THEATRE FOR CHILDREN I (3T) 3 creditsThis is the first in a two-course sequence which offers thestudent practical experience in acting, directing, anddeveloping material for children’s theatre.

THR 252 THEATRE FOR CHILDREN II(3T) 3 creditsThis course is a continuation of THR 251.

THR 266 FUNDAMENTALS OF DIRECTING(3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to cover the fundamentals ofdirecting. Instruction will include lectures, demonstration,written and oral analysis of scripts and performances.

THR 281 STAGE MOVEMENT I(1T) 1 creditThis is the first in a two-course sequence which offers thestudent a basic introduction to movement for the stage forthose interested in acting or dance. They also includeconsideration of role development through movement.

THR 282 STAGE MOVEMENT II (1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: THR 281This course is a continuation of THR 281.

THR 296 DIRECTED STUDIES INTHEATRE (TBA) 2 creditsThis course deals with problems in theatre and arts man-agement. Problems may be arranged in conjunction withother disciplines in the Fine Arts. Participation in the-atre productions may be required.

TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY (TRT)

TRT 101 HISTORY OF TRANSPORTATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the United States transportationsystem. Topics include transportation financial and reg-ulatory structures; transportation history; its role in soci-ety; and its economic, social, and political significance.Upon course completion, students should understandthe role and significance of the U.S. transportation sys-tem.

TRT 102 REGULATION OF TRANSPORTATION (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of transportation regulation, pro-motions, management problems, and policy issues.Emphasis is on regulatory agencies and their effects onthe transportation system. Upon course completion,students should understand the implications of a regu-lated transportation system versus a deregulated sys-tem.

TRT 103 INDUSTRIAL TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the major functions and knowl-edge needed to organize and operate an industrial trafficdepartment. Topics include management of the distrib-ution function including mode, carrier selection, anddevelopment of rates. Upon course completion, stu-dents should be able to apply traffic management prin-ciples to operations of an industrial traffic department.

TRT 104 TRANSPORTATION ANDDISTRIBUTION LOGISTICS (3T) 3 creditsThis is a study of the management of resources and theirutilization during all phases of the life cycle of a prod-uct. Topics include transportation, distribution and ware-housing, inter-relations with production, inventories, andmarketing. Upon course completion, students shouldbe able to identify and resolve problems related to stor-ing and distribution products.

TRT 190 TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATIONWORKSHOP (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis workshop includes presentations of current topicsof interest to those employed or desiring to be employedin the traffic and transportation industry. Upon coursecompletion, students should be able to apply currenttechnology and practices relevant to the transportationindustry.

TRT 210 TRACKING SYSTEMS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of tracking systems in the trafficand transportation industry. Emphasis is on the opera-tional characteristics of various tracking systems.

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TRT 213 FREIGHT LOSS AND DAMAGECLAIMS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the law, regulations, rulingsand procedures for handling freight loss and damageclaims. Topics include transportation contracts, commoncarrier’s liability, measure of damages, and proceduresfor filing claims. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to determine freight losses, minimize lia-bility risks of losses and complete appropriate claim pro-cedures.

TRT 214 IMPORT/EXPORT TRANSPORTATIONMANAGEMENT (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the modes ofimport/export transportation. Topics include the differ-ent kinds of carriers, rates, regulations, freight for-warders, customs brokers, and trends of import/exporttrade that affect transportation. Upon course completion,students should be able to select the most appropriatemodes of transportation for various products and shouldunderstand the implications of trends and regulationson the import/export business.

TRT 218 TRANSPORTATION OF HAZARDOUSMATERIALS (3T) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to transporting hazardousmaterials. Topics include the classifying, packaging,labeling, marking regulations, and handling of hazardousmaterials in transportation. Upon course completion,students should be able to implement procedures fortransporting various hazardous materials.

TRT 220 DIRECTED STUDIES IN TRAFFICAND TRANSPORTATION (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course is designed for independent study in specificareas of the traffic and transportation industry. The pro-ject is chosen by the student in consultation with a fac-ulty member and is carried out under faculty supervision.

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS (VCM)

CAT 182 3D GRAPHICS AND ANIMATION(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 221This course is designed to tap the imagination of thestudent in a three dimensional problem solving envi-ronment. Topics include a basic introduction to the con-cepts of 3D design and animation as applied to a designproject. Upon completion, students should be able tocreate and animate objects in a three-dimensional envi-ronment.

VCM 131 COMPUTER PUBLISHING GRAPHICS (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is designed to acquaint the student withbasic publishing software. The emphasis will be onbasic layout and graphics. Upon course completion,the student should be able to produce graphics work ina format suitable for publication.

VCM 145 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: VCM 232 or Permission of instructorThis course is an introduction to digital photography.Emphasis is placed on aesthetic as well as technicalaspects of photography. Upon completion, the studentshould understand quality in photography and be able toapply the techniques necessary to produce profession-al photographs.

VCM 146 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: VCM 232 or Permission of instructorThis course explores various uses of digital photography.Subjects may include studio, portrait, landscape andother areas of photography. Upon completion, the stu-dent should be able to apply the techniques necessary toproduce professional photographs of a variety of sub-jects.

VCM 150 TYPOGRAPHY (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 221This course is an introduction to designing and usingtype. Emphasis is on typographic techniques used inlayout and graphic design. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to view type as a design element.

VCM 171 GRAPHICS SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course is an introduction to graphics software pack-ages. Students are given a basic overview of the softwareas applied to specific production problems. Upon com-pletion, the student should be able to produce basicgraphics using applicable software. This course maybe repeated for credit.

VCM 180 INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC DESIGN(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to the various elements ofgraphic design. Emphasis is on aspects of productiondesign including layout, typography, graphic photogra-phy, computer graphics and printing techniques. Uponcompletion, students should have a basic understandingof the graphics process from concept through produc-tion.

VCM 181 SPECIAL TOPICS (0-3T, 0-6E, 0-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course allows for specialized, in-depth study.Emphasis is placed on individualized instruction.

VCM 232 ADVANCED COMPUTER GRAPHICS(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is designed to acquaint the student withcomputer graphics. Topics include illustration and imagemanipulation. Upon completion, students should beable to apply design principles to computer graphics.

VCM 250 INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 221 or Permission of instructorThis course is a study of technical drawings preparedfor industry. Topics include perspective and axono-metric drawing. Upon completion, students should be

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able to apply basic drawing and design principles to tech-nical drawings.

VCM 251 TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION (2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: VCM 250 This course focuses on renderings prepared for industry.Various techniques are used to illustrate charts, graphs,perspective and axonometric drawings and enhancedassembly views. Upon completion, students should beable to apply design principles to technical drawings andhighly creative drawings using technical skills.

VCM 253 GRAPHIC DESIGN BASICS(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course focuses on the basic principles of graphicdesign. Emphasis is on design, layout, and production.Upon completion, students should be able to prepareartwork for printing.

VCM 254 GRAPHIC DESIGN (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course focuses on graphic design. Emphasis is onthe creative process and the projection process. Uponcompletion, students should be able to produce highquality graphic designs.

VCM 255 ADVANCED GRAPHIC DESIGN(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course focuses on graphic communications. Empha-sis is on application of design principles to projectsinvolving such skills as illustration, layout, typography,computer graphics, and production technology. Uponcompletion, students should be able to apply graphicdesign principles and production skills.

VCM 270 SUPERVISED STUDY IN GRAPHICS(2-6E) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: All studio courses offered in the select-ed area of study and Permission of instructorThis course is designed to enable the student to contin-ue studio experiences in greater depth. Areas of study arechosen by the student, with the approval of the instruc-tor. This course will result in a better understanding ofvarious aspects of graphics. This course may be repeat-ed for credit.

VCM 273 SUPERVISED STUDY IN COMPUTER GRAPHICS(2-6E) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: All studio courses offered in the select-ed areas of study and Permission of instructorThis course is designed to enable the student to contin-ue studying computer graphics in greater depth. Areasof study will be chosen by the student, with the approvalof the instructor. This course will result in a better under-standing of various aspects of computer graphics. Thiscourse may be repeated for credit.

VCM 281 DIGITAL DESIGN(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 221 and VCM 232 or Permission ofinstructorThis course focuses on products for digital media.

Emphasis is on creativity and an understanding of soft-ware and production. Upon completion, the studentshould be able to apply creative design and productionskills to finished projects.

VCM 282 ADVANCED DIGITAL DESIGN(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 221 and VCM 232 or Permission ofinstructorThis course focuses on advanced applications in the pro-duction of digital design. Emphasis is on computer skills,creativity & design. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to apply production techniques to vari-ous media.

VCM 285 MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTION(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: ART 221 and VCM 232 or Permission ofinstructorThis course introduces the student to multimedia pro-duction. Emphasis is on production design, creativity,visual design, and technical skills. Upon course com-pletion, students should be able to create a multimediaproduction.

VCM 286 ADVANCED MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTION(1T, 2E) 2 creditsPREREQUISITE: VCM 285 or Permission of instructorThis course focuses on advanced multimedia produc-tion. Emphasis is on comprehensive interactive multi-media production. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to apply creative design and productionskills to finished interactive projects. Problems willinclude comprehensive interactive multimedia produc-tion. The student will apply creative design and produc-tion skills to finished interactive projects.

VCM 287 SPECIAL TOPICS (0-3T, 0-6E, 0-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course allows for specialized, in-depth study.Emphasis is placed on individualized instruction.

VCM 289 PORTFOLIO (2E) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to assist students in the prepa-ration and presentation of a portfolio. This portfolio isdeveloped with faculty consultation and reflects the stu-dents’ ability to produce professional design and graphics.

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ADULT LITERACY (ADL)

ADL 020 MATH I (3T) 3 creditsBeginning Math: teaches Whole numbers, Addition, Sub-traction, Multiplication and Division. All instructionsand materials are at Pre-GED levels. Materials are gearedtoward self-pacing with tutorial assistance.

ADL 021 MATH II (3T) 3 creditsPrimary focus is decimals, with continuing attention toWhole Number problems. All instructions and materialsare at Pre-GED levels. Materials are geared toward self-pacing with tutorial assistance.

ADL 022 MATH III (3T) 3 creditsPrimary focus is on computation of fractions. All instruc-tions and materials are at Pre-GED levels. Materials aregeared toward self-pacing with tutorial assistance.

ADL 023 MATH IV (3T) 3 creditsPrimary focus is on understanding word problems, withcontinuing review of previous math criteria. All instruc-tions and materials are at Pre-GED levels. Materials aregeared toward self-pacing with tutorial assistance.

ADL 024 MATH V (3T) 3 creditsPrimary focus is on Percent Problems. All instructionsand materials are at Pre-GED levels. Materials are gearedtoward self-pacing with tutorial assistance.

ADL 025 MATH VI (3T) 3 creditsPrimary focus is on Ratio & Proportion/ Measurement.All instructions and materials are at Pre-GED levels.Materials are geared toward self-pacing with tutorialassistance.

ADL 026 MATH VII (3T) 3 creditsPrimary focus is on Algebra with continuing attentionto appropriate Word Problems. All instructions andmaterials are at Pre-GED levels. Materials are gearedtoward self-pacing with tutorial assistance.

ADL 027 MATH VIII (3T) 3 creditsPrimary focus is on Geometry at the Pre-GED level withpost-testing on all previous Math disciplines. All instruc-tions and materials are at Pre-GED levels. Materials aregeared toward self-pacing with tutorial assistance.

ADL 040 LEARNING ABOUT CAREERS (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to the many careeropportunities that exist in the world of work. Topicsinclude the nature of work, specific job requirements,and the impact of interest and aptitude on successfulemployment. Upon completion, each student will beable to summarize aspects of working, including jobrequirements specific to various fields and the impactof one’s aptitude and interest. (Job search techniques willbe included in this course.)

ADL 053 UNDERSTANDING CONDENSED DATA(3T) 3 creditsThis course presents a variety of charts, graphs, andtables for interpretation. Topics include work and trans-portation schedules, line and bar graphs, pie charts, andtables of contents. Upon completion, students should beable to use condensed data to enhance vocational skills.

ADL 055 ESSENTIALS OF A GOOD CITIZEN(3T) 3 creditsThis course presents concepts from history, law, andgovernment. Topics include citizens’ responsibilitiesand privileges in a market-driven society. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to describe the oppor-tunities and constraints facing citizens in a democracy.

ADL 056 BASIC WRITING (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to meet the needs of studentswith writing deficiencies. Topics may include instructionin grammar, usage, mechanics, sentence structure, andparagraph development. Upon completion, using rulesof grammar, students should be able to write paragraphsthat start with a topic sentence and develop that topic withthree or four complete sentences.

ADL 057 INTERMEDIATE WRITING (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to meet the needs of studentswith moderate writing deficiencies. Topics include gram-mar, usage, mechanics, sentence structure, transitionaltools, and paragraph development. Upon completion,students should be able to write a composition of threeor more paragraphs developing a topic related to a tech-nical occupation.

ADL 058 BASIC MATHEMATICS (3T) 3 creditsThis developmental course constitutes a review of arith-metical principles and computations designed to helpthe student develop the mathematical proficiency nec-essary for selected curriculum entrance.

ADL 059 DEVELOPMENTAL ALGEBRA (3T) 3 creditsThis developmental course is a review of algebra,designed to help the student develop the mathematicalproficiency for selected curriculum entrance.

ADL 060 BASIC GEOMETRY (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ADL 059 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed for those who have no previ-ous experience in geometry or who need preparatorywork in this area. Topics include fundamental conceptsof geometry such as: points, lines, planes, angles, circles,polygons, axioms, theorems, ratio and proportion, andmeasurement of lengths and areas.

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ficulty with decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary,and study skills.

ADL 062 DEVELOPMENTAL READING II(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ADL 061 or Permission of instructorThis developmental course is designed to assist studentswhose placement test scores indicate serious difficultywith decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, andstudy skills.

ADL 063 DEVELOPMENTAL READING III(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: ADL 062 or Permission of instructorThis developmental course is designed to assist studentswhose placement test scores indicate serious difficultywith decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, andstudy skills.

AUTOMOTIVE BODY REPAIR (ABR)

ABR 111 NON-STRUCTURAL REPAIR(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsStudents are introduced to basic principles of non-struc-tural repairs. Topics include shop safety, identificationand use of hand-power tools, sheet metal repairs, andmaterials. Upon completion, students should be able toperform basic sheet metal repairs.

ABR 112 NON-STRUCTURAL PANELREPLACEMENT (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsStudents are introduced to basic principles of non-struc-tural panel replacement. Topics include replacement andalignment of bolt-on panels, full and partial panel replace-ment procedures, and attachment methods. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to replace and alignnon-structural panels.

ABR 121 REFINISHING MATERIALSAND EQUIPMENT (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsStudents are introduced to the various types of automo-tive finishes and the equipment used in their application.Emphasis is placed on identification of refinishing mate-rials, types of spray equipment, and proper safety pre-cautions. Upon completion, students should be able toproperly select paint materials and equipment.

ABR 122 SURFACE PREPARATION(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to methods of surfacepreparation for automotive refinishing. Topics includesanding techniques, metal treatment, selection and useof undercoats, and proper masking techniques. Uponcompletion, students should be able to prepare a vehiclefor refinishing.

ABR 152 PLASTIC REPAIRS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in automotive plasticrepairs. Topics include plastic welding (both hot andchemical), use of flexible repair fillers, primers and paintadditives, identification of types of plastics, and deter-mining the correct repair procedures for each. Upon

completion, students should be able to correctly identi-fy and repair the different types of automotive plastics.

ABR 153 CORROSION PROTECTION (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces the theory of corrosion and anti-corrosion methods. Emphasis is placed on restoringfactory corrosion protection after collision damage. Uponcompletion, students should be able to replace the factorycorrosion protection on repaired or replaced panels.

ABR 154 AUTO GLASS AND TRIM(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is a study of automotive glass and trim.Emphasis is placed on removal and replacement of struc-tural glass, non-structural glass, and auto trim. Uponcompletion, students should be able to remove andreplace automotive trim and glass.

ABR 155 AUTOMOTIVE MIG WELDING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in automotive MetalInert Gas (MIG) welding. Emphasis is placed on safety,setup and operation of equipment, and various types ofweld. Upon completion, students should be able to suc-cessfully join automotive sheetmetal using the MIGprocess.

ABR 156 AUTO CUTTING & WELDING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsStudents are introduced to the various automotive cuttingand welding processes. Emphasis is placed on safety,plasma arc and oxy-acetylene cutting, resistance typespot welding, and Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding. Uponcompletion, students should be able to safely performautomotive cutting and welding procedures.

ABR 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTO BODY(3-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course is a guided independent study of special pro-jects in Collision Repair Technology. Emphasis is placedon student needs. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate skills developed to meet specif-ic needs.

ABR 182 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTO BODY(3-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course is a guided independent study of special pro-jects in Collision Repair Technology. Emphasis is placedon student needs. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate skills developed to meet specif-ic needs.

ABR 211 STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsStudents learn methods of determining structural mis-alignment. Topics include methods of inspection, typesof measuring equipment, data sheets, and identifyingtypes of structural damage. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to locate and identify structural damage.

ABR 212 STRUCTURAL REPAIR (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in the correction of

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structural damage. Topics include types and use ofalignment equipment, anchoring and pulling methods,and repair/replacement of structural components. Uponcompletion, students should be able to replace and/oralign structural components to factory specification.

ABR 221 MECHANICAL COMPONENTS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in collision-relatedmechanical repairs. Emphasis is placed on diagnosisand repairs to drivetrain, steering/suspension compo-nents and various other mechanical repairs. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to diagnose and repaircollision-damaged mechanical components.

ABR 222 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in collision-related elec-trical repairs. Topics include basic DC theory, types ofdiagnostic equipment, circuit protection, wire repair,and use of wiring diagrams. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to diagnose and repair collision-dam-aged electrical components.

ABR 251 COLOR ADJUSTMENTS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsStudents are introduced to principles of matching auto-motive finishes. Emphasis is placed on color theory andcolor adjustments. Upon completion, students should beable to match color and texture of automotive finishes.

ABR 252 BODY SHOP MANAGEMENT(3T) 3 creditsStudents are instructed in basic principles of body shopmanagement. Emphasis is placed on management struc-ture, customer/insurance company relations and soundbusiness practices. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to understand the principles of operating a col-lision repair facility.

ABR 253 AIR CONDITIONING AND COOLING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is a study of automotive air conditioningand cooling systems. Topics include automotive airconditioning and cooling theory, component replace-ment, and system service. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to repair and service air conditioning andcooling systems related to collision repair.

ABR 254 COLLISION DAMAGEREPORTS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsStudents are introduced to the principle of collision costestimating. Emphasis is placed on the calculation ofparts and labor amount based on collision estimatingguides. Upon completion, students should be able toprepare an accurate damage report (estimate).

ABR 255 STEERING AND SUSPENSION(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to the various types ofsuspension and steering systems used in the automotiveindustry. Emphasis is placed on system components,suspension angles, and effect of body/frame alignment

on these components and angles. Upon completion,students should be able to repair and/or replace damagedcomponents and prepare the vehicle for alignment.

ABR 256 TOPCOAT APPLICATIONS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course focuses on the application of various auto-motive topcoats. Topics include applying single-stage,basecoat/clearcoat, and tri-coat finishes. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to properly apply auto-motive topcoats.

ABR 257 ADVANCED STRUCTURALREPAIR (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides instruction in the correction ofmajor structural damage. Topics include types and useof alignment equipment, anchoring and pulling meth-ods, and repair/replacement of major structural com-ponents. Upon completion, students should be able toreplace and/or align major structural components to fac-tory specification.

ABR 281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTO BODY (3-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course is a guided independent study of specialprojects in Collision Repair Technology. Emphasis isplaced on student needs. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate skills developed to meetspecific needs.

ABR 282 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTO BODY (3-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course is a guided independent study of specialprojects in Collision Repair Technology. Emphasis isplaced on student needs. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate skills developed to meetspecific needs.

ABR 283 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTO BODY(3-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course is a guided independent study of specialprojects in Collision Repair Technology. Emphasis isplaced on student needs. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate skills developed to meetspecific needs.

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS (AUM)

AUM 101 FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGY (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides a study of safety rules and proce-dures based on OSHA standards. Topics include theuse of shop tools and equipment, measuring devices,preventive maintenance, light duty service procedures,and the use of shop manuals. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to use basic tools and equipmentsafely and in observance of OSHA standards.

AUM 111 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICALSYSTEMS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides a study of the principles of elec-tricity, magnetism, and Ohm’s Law. Emphasis is placedon batteries, starting, charging, and lighting circuits.Upon completion, students should be able to identify

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and repair minor electrical problems in the automobile.

AUM 112 STARTING, CHARGING SYSTEMSAND ACCESSORIES (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to provide the basic knowledgeof troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of automotiveelectrical accessories. This includes the use of specialtools when servicing batteries, starting systems, chang-ing and lighting systems. All troubleshooting and main-tenance procedures must be in accordance withmanufacturer’s specifications.

AUM 121 BRAKING SYSTEMS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 111 or Permission of instructorThis course provides a detailed study of types of hydraulicbrake systems (disc and drum) and their service require-ments. Topics include brake fundamentals, master cylin-ders, power assist units, parking brake, lines and valvesand anti-lock systems. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to repair brake systems.

AUM 122 STEERING, SUSPENSIONAND ALIGNMENT (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to give a working knowledge ofthe design, operation, diagnosis, and repair of conven-tional and strut-type suspension systems. Topics includealignment procedures, wheel balancing, and conven-tional and rack and pinion steering systems. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to make repairs andadjustments to suspension systems.

AUM 123 ENGINE PRINCIPLES (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides a study of engine construction,operation and service, identification of engine compo-nents, systems and subsystems. Topics include theoperation, service, and repair of the lubricating and cool-ing systems. Upon completion, students should be ableto perform basic repairs on a variety of engines.

AUM 131 POWERTRAIN FUNDAMENTALS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides a study of the automotive powerflow from the transmission to the drive wheels. Topicsinclude drive lines, gear ratios, differentials, drive axles,troubleshooting, and diagnostics. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, andrepair automatic and manual power trains.

AUM 132 AUTOMOTIVE HEATINGAND AIR CONDITIONING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 111 or Permission of instructorThis course covers nomenclature, theory of operation,repairs and service procedures, electrical control circuitsfor the compressor, blower, and coolant fan. Emphasisis placed on proper use of service manuals and safety.Upon completion, students should be able to diagnoseand repair heat and air conditioning systems.

AUM 181 SPECIAL TOPICS(3-9M) 1-3 creditsThese courses are designed to allow the student to spe-cialize in a particular area of study with minimum instruc-

tion in automotive mechanics application and with eval-uation at the instructor’s discretion. Emphasis is placedon a topic/project that the student is interested in andmay include any related area in automotive mechanics.Upon completion, the student should be able to workwith minimum instruction and execute the necessarytechniques to finish a live work project of their choice.

AUM 211 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 111 or Permission of instructorThis course builds on the principles of laws of electrici-ty. Emphasis is placed on series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Upon completion, students should ableto calculate, build, and measure circuits.

AUM 212 FUEL SYSTEMS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 111 or Permission of instructorThis course focuses on fuel delivery system operationand diagnosis and repair of fuel system components.Emphasis is placed on servicing the fuel injection system.Upon completion, students should be able to performadvanced engine tune-ups.

AUM 214 IGNITION SYSTEMS (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides a study of the principles of opera-tion, diagnosis, and repair of the ignition’s system com-ponents. Topics include primary and secondary circuitoperations and diagnosis and repair of conventional elec-tronic and distributorless ignition systems. Upon com-pletion, students should be prepared to diagnose andrepair ignition system problems.

AUM 221 ENGINE REPAIR (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 123 or Permission of instructorThis course provides understanding of troubleshootingand repair procedures for the gasoline engine. Topicsinclude engine disassembly, identification of compo-nents, inspection and measuring of parts, repair andreassembly, use of service manuals, and safety. Uponcompletion, students should be able to repair or rebuildan automotive engine.

AUM 222 MANUAL TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 131 or Permission of instructorThis course includes a study of manualtransmission/transaxle components, gear ratios, andpower flow. Topics include manual and hydraulic clutch-es and their service and repair. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to remove, repair, and replacemanual transmission/transaxle components.

AUM 231 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 131 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide a working knowledgeof the construction and operation of automatic trans-mission/transaxles. Topics include the study of torqueconverters, gear and clutch assemblies, hydraulic andmechanical power flow, and electronic controls. Uponcompletion, students should be able to remove, install,

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and perform basic repairs on automatic transmissionsand transaxles.

AUM 240 ENGINE PERFORMANCE(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: AUM 111, AUM 211 or Permission ofinstructorThis course focuses on diagnostic procedures as relat-ed to the microprocessor and its sensors. Emphasis isplaced on the use of digital volt meters, fluke meters,and their ability to locate an electrical problem. Uponcompletion, students should be able to diagnose engineperformance.

AUM 281 SPECIAL TOPICS (3-9M) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThese courses are designed to allow the student to spe-cialize in a particular area of study with minimum instruc-tion in automotive mechanics application and withevaluation at the instructor’s discretion. Emphasis isplaced on a topic/project that the student is interested inand may include any related area in automotive mechan-ics. Upon completion, the student should be able towork with minimum instruction and execute the neces-sary techniques to finish a live work project of his choice.

CARPENTRY (CAR)

CAR 111 CONSTRUCTION BASICS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to the opportunities inand requirements of the construction industry. Topicsinclude economic outlook for construction, employmentoutlook, job opportunities, training, apprenticeship, entre-preneurship, construction tools, materials and equip-ment, and job safety. Upon course completion, studentsshould be able to identify the job market, types of train-ing, knowledge of apprenticeship opportunities, con-struction tools, materials, equipment, and safetyprocedures.

CAR 112 FLOORS, WALLS, SITE PREP(3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces the student to floor and wall lay-out and construction. Topics include methods of houseframing, components of floor framing, layouts, sub-flooring, connectors and fasteners, and site preparation.Upon course completion, students should be able toidentify various types of floor framing systems, selectthe sizes of floor joists, identify types of house framing,list types of fasteners, identify property lines, and setbacks, and demonstrate a working knowledge of terrainand batter boards.

CAR 113 FLOORS, WALLS, SITE PREP LAB(9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CAR 112PREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThe student will engage in applications of floor and wallconstruction, application of required tools, use of thebuilder transit, level rod, tape measures, and grade

stakes. Emphasis is placed on cutting sill plates, floorjoists, girders, header bridging, sub-flooring, stud wallpartitions, door and window headers, wall bracing, lev-eling instruments, and batter boards. Upon completion,students should be able to layout and construct a floor,including the sill, joist bridging and openings, installsub-flooring, construct interior and exterior walls, and lay-out property stakes of site plans.

CAR 114 INTRODUCTION TO CARPENTRYTOOLS AND MATERIALS (9M) 3 creditsThis course provides practical and safe application ofhand, portable power, stationary and pneumatic tools;use of building materials, fasteners, and adhesives; andjob site safety. Emphasis is placed on the safe use ofhand, power, and pneumatic tools; proper selection oflumber, plywood, byproducts, nails, bolts, screws, adhe-sives, fasteners and other construction materials; andjob safety. Upon completion, students should be able toidentify hand, power, stationary, and pneumatic toolsand demonstrate their safe use; identify and properlyselect wood and non-wood building products; and prop-erly use nails, fasteners, and adhesives.

CAR 121 INTRODUCTION TO BLUEPRINT READING (3T) 3 creditsThis course introduces the student to the basic conceptsof blueprint reading. Topics include scales, symbols,site plans, and notations. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to identify drawings, scale various draw-ings, and identify different types of lines, symbols, andnotations.

CAR 122 CONCRETE AND FORMING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces the student to the properties anduses of concrete and to the procedures for designingconcrete forms. Topics include making and pouringconcrete, constructing concrete forms, reinforcementmethods, finishing concrete, and job safety. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to list safety rules for thejob site; identify components of concrete; describe howconcrete forms are built; and how concrete is poured,reinforced, and finished.

CAR 123 CONCRETE AND FORMING LAB (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CAR 122PREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course provides students with practical experiencein concrete applications. Emphasis is placed on job sitesafety and concrete forming, mixing, pouring, finishingand reinforcing. Upon completion, students should beable to safely set forms and reinforce, mix, pour, andfinish concrete.

CAR 124 WALL AND FLOOR SPECIALITIES(9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces the student to the use of structuralsteel and metal studs in walls and floors. Emphasis isplaced on wall and floor construction. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to describe componentsand proper application of structured steel, properly con-

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struct walls and floors, and demonstrate proper use ofmetal studs in framing members.

CAR 131 ROOF AND CEILINGSYSTEMS (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CAR 133PREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course focuses on the design and installation ofroof and ceiling systems. Emphasis is placed on rafters,trusses, ceiling joists, roof decking, and roofing materi-als. Upon completion, students should be able to designa roof and ceiling system, identify proper installationmethods of roofing materials, and describe applicablesafety rules.

CAR 132 INTERIOR AND EXTERIORFINISHING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces the student to interior and exte-rior finishing materials and techniques. Topics includeinterior trim of windows and doors, ceilings and wallmoldings, exterior siding, trim work, painting, and mason-ry finishes. Upon completion, students should be able toidentify different types of doors, windows and moldingsand describe the uses of each; identify types of exteriorsidings and trim; and describe the different types of paintand their proper application.

CAR 133 ROOF AND CEILING SYSTEMS LAB (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CAR 131PREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course provides students with practical experiencein building and installing roof and ceiling systems.Emphasis is placed on job site safety, layout and cuttingof rafters and joists, cutting and building trusses, andinstalling roof decking and roofing materials. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to cut and install rafters,joists, and trusses; cut and apply roof decking and roof-ing materials; and apply safety rules for job site.

CAR 191 INTERNSHIP IN CARPENTRY (5-15M) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide exposure to carpen-try practices in non-employment situations. Emphasis isplaced on techniques used in the carpentry profession.This course allows students to refine their skills necessaryfor entry-level employment.

CAR 192 INTERNSHIP IN CARPENTRY(5-15M) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide exposure to carpen-try practices in non-employment situations. Emphasis isplaced on techniques used in the carpentry profession.This course allows students to refine their skills necessaryfor entry-level employment.

CAR 193 INTERNSHIP IN CARPENTRY(5-15M) 1-3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide exposure to carpen-try practices in non-employment situations. Emphasis isplaced on techniques used in the carpentry profession.

This course allows students to refine their skills necessaryfor entry-level employment.

CAR 211 CONSTRUCTION SPECIALITIES(3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CAR 212PREREQUISITE: CAR 110 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces students to the design process forstairs and cabinets. Topics include stair and cabinetdesign, rod layout, and cabinet finishes. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to design stairways andcabinets, layout a rod for building cabinets, and identifyproper finishes for cabinetry.

CAR 212 CONSTRUCTION SPECIALITIES LAB(9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: CAR 211PREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course provides students with practical experiencein building stairs and in building and finishing cabinets.Emphasis is placed on stair construction, cabinet jointsand layouts, finishes for cabinets, and proper safety pre-cautions. Upon completion, students should be able tosafely construct stairs, build cabinets, and apply properfinishes.

CAR 213 PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,AND CODES (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides students experience in house plans,specifications, and building codes. Upon completion,students should be able to read and draw a set of plans,list and use specifications to order materials, and usecodes to plan location and safety of structures.

CAR 214 CABINETRY LAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: CAR 111 or Permission of instructorThis course is an advanced cabinetry lab. Emphasis isplaced on detailed design and construction of cabinetry.Upon completion, students should be able to design andbuild a complete set of cabinets according to specifica-tions.

CAR 215 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN CARPENTRY(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course allows the student to plan, execute and pre-sent results of individual projects in carpentry. Empha-sis is placed on enhancing skill attainment in the carpentryfield. This culminating course allows students to inde-pendently apply skills attained in previous courses.

CAR 281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CARPENTRY(3-9M) 1-3 creditsThis course allows for specialized, in-depth study.Emphasis is placed on individualized instruction.

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DESIGN DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY (DDT)

DDT 103 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERAIDED DRAFTING (2T, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to basic ComputerAided Design & Drafting (CAD) functions and techniques,using “hands-on” applications. Topics include termi-nology, hardware, basic DOS and Windows functions, filemanipulation, and basic CAD software application in pro-ducing softcopy and hardcopy. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to identify and select CAD hardware,employ basic DOS and Windows functions, handle basictext and drawing files, and produce acceptable hardcopyon a CAD system.

DDT 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAFTINGAND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course serves as an introduction to the field of draft-ing and design and provides a foundation for the entirecurriculum. Topics include safety, lettering, tools andequipment, geometric constructions, and orthographicsketching. Upon completion, students should developand use safe work habits, identify and properly use com-mon drafting tools and equipment, construct geomet-ric figures, and sketch basic orthographic views ofobjects.

DDT 112 INTRODUCTORY TECHNICALDRAWING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course covers drawing reproduction and ortho-graphic projection and sectioning. Emphasis will beplaced on the theory as well as the mechanics of ortho-graphic projections and shape description, the relation-ship of orthographic planes and views, the views andtheir space dimensions, the application of the varioustypes of sections, and drawing reproduction. Upon com-pletion, students should have an understanding of ortho-graphic projections and be able to identify orthographicplanes, produce orthographic views of objects, applythe various sectioning techniques and methods, andreproduce drawings.

DDT 115 BLUEPRINT READING FORMACHINISTS (3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the students with terms and defi-nitions, theory of orthographic projection, and otherinformation required to interpret drawings used in themachine trades. Topics include multiview projections,pictorial drawings, dimensions and notes, lines and sym-bols, and sketching. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to interpret blueprint drawings used in themachine trades.

DDT 116 BLUEPRINT READING FOR CONSTRUCTION(3T) 3 creditsThis course provides the students with terms and defi-nitions, theory of orthographic projection, and otherinformation required to interpret drawings used in theconstruction trades. Topics include multiview projec-tion, dimensions and notes, lines and symbols, floorplans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, electri-cal plans and specifications. Upon completion, students

should be able to interpret blueprints used in the con-struction trades.

DDT 117 MANUFACTURING PROCESSES(1T, 4E) 3 creditsThis course in materials and processes includes the prin-ciples and methodology of material selection, application,and manufacturing processes. Emphasis is directed tosolids to include material characteristics, castings, forg-ing, and die assemblies. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to discuss and understand the signifi-cance of materials’ properties, structure, basic manu-facturing processes, and express and interpret materialspecifications.

DDT 118 BASIC ELECTRICAL DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course covers the universal language of electricaldrafting, including electrical lines, symbols, abbrevia-tions, and notation. Emphasis is placed on typical com-ponents such as generators, controls, transmissionnetworks, and lighting, heating and cooling devices.Upon completion, students should be able to draw basicdiagrams of electrical and electronic circuits using uni-versally accepted lines and symbols.

DDT 119 ADVANCED ELECTRONICDRAFTING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course introduces drafting and design techniquesdealing with production of electronic equipment for con-sumer, commercial, and military applications. Empha-sis is placed on schematic drawings, connection or wiringdiagrams, industrial electronic diagrams, ladder schemat-ics, flow block diagrams, and documentation types andtechniques related to the power delivery industry. Uponcompletion, students should be able to prepare docu-mentation specified to ANSI standards and be familiarwith the techniques of composition and the unique sym-bols and practices of industry.

DDT 121 INTERMEDIATE TECHNICALDRAWING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 113, or Permission ofinstructorThis course is designed to develop a strong foundationin common drafting and design practices and proce-dures. Topics include auxiliary views, basic space geom-etry, pictorial drawings, and basic charts and graphs.Upon completion, students should be able to projectand develop auxiliary views; locate and specify points,lines, and planes in space; develop axonometric, oblique,and perspective drawings; and draw basic charts andgraphs.

DDT 122 ADVANCED TECHNICAL DRAWING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course covers the methods of providing size descrip-

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tion and manufacturing information for production draw-ings. Emphasis will be placed on accepted dimensioningand tolerancing practices including Geometric Dimen-sioning and Tolerancing for both the Customary EnglishSystem and the ISO system. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to apply dimensions, tolerances, and notesto drawings to acceptable standards, including Geomet-ric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and produce draw-ings using and specifying common threads and variousfasteners, including welding methods.

DDT 123 INTERMEDIATE CAD (2T, 2E, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 103 or Permission of instructorThis course covers intermediate-level concepts and appli-cations of CAD design and drafting. Emphasis is placedon intermediate-level features, commands, and applica-tions of CAD software. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to develop and use external references and paperspace, apply higher-level block creation techniques andusage, including attributes, and apply basic-level cus-tomization techniques to CAD software.

DDT 125 SURFACE DEVELOPMENT(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, DDT 112 or Permission ofinstructorThis course covers surface intersections and develop-ments. Emphasis is placed on the basic types of inter-sections using simple geometric forms. Uponcompletion, students should be able to draw commontypes of surface intersections and handle them simplyas applications of the concepts learned in this class.

DDT 131 MACHINE DRAFTING BASICS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, DDT 112, DDT 103 or Per-mission of instructorThis course in machine drafting and design providesinstruction in the largest specialty area of drafting in theUnited States, in terms of scope and job opportunities.Emphasis will be placed on the applications of multi-view drawings, including drawing organization and con-tent, title block and parts lists, assembly drawings, detaildrawings, dimensioning and application of engineeringcontrols in producing industrial-type working drawings,including the application of title blocks, parts lists, assem-blies, details, dimensions, and engineering controls.

DDT 132 ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, DDT 112, DDT 103 or Per-mission of instructorThis course in architectural design and drafting intro-duces basic terminology, concepts and principles ofarchitectural design and drawing. Topics include designconsideration, lettering, terminology, site plans, and con-struction drawings. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to draw, dimension, and specify basic residentialarchitectural construction drawings.

DDT 133 BASIC SURVEYING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course covers the use of surveying instruments,mathematical calculations and the theory of land sur-

veying. Topics include USGS benchmarks, measuringhorizontal and vertical angles and distances, terms, andrecording and interpreting field notes. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to recognize benchmarksand measure, specify, and record field notes.

DDT 134 DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to teach the fundamental con-cepts of descriptive geometry through an emphasis onlogical reasoning, visualization, and practical applica-tions. Topics include orthographic projection, pointsand lines in space, auxiliary views, plane representation,intersecting and non-intersecting planes, plane devel-opment, and calculations. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to project and intersect points, lines, andplanes with their relationship in space, as well as devel-op surfaces of an object for fabrication purposes.

DDT 150 THEORY OF RESIDENTIAL DRAWING AND DESIGN(3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: DDT 155PREREQUISITE: DDT 103 and DDT 112 or Permission ofinstructorThis course provides the theory of residential drawingand design. Topics include architectural styles, housedesign, site and space planning, climate, drawing require-ments, construction materials and process, terminology,and specific types of drawings required to complete afull set of construction documents. Introductory, inter-mediate, and advanced topics are covered. Emphasis isplaced on an understanding of the various issues andrequirements essential to the field of residential draw-ing and design.

DDT 155 DRAWING FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION(12M) 4 creditsCOREQUISITE: DDT 150PREREQUISITE: DDT 112 and DDT 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course is a direct applications lab to the topics cov-ered within DDT 150. Emphasis is placed upon the pro-duction of quality construction documents.

DDT 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DRAFTING AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThese courses provide specialized instruction in variousareas related to the drafting industry. Emphasis is placedon meeting students’ needs.

DDT 182 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DRAFTING AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThese courses provide specialized instruction in variousareas related to the drafting industry. Emphasis is placedon meeting students’ needs.

DDT 211 INTERMEDIATE MACHINEDRAFTING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 131 or Permission of instructorThis second course in machine drafting and design pro-vides more advanced instruction in the largest specialtyarea of drafting. Topics include applications of previ-ously developed skills in the organization and develop-

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ment of more complex working drawings, use of vendorcatalogs and The Machinery’s Handbook for developingspecifications, and use of standardized abbreviations inworking drawings.

DDT 212 INTERMEDIATE ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 132 or Permission of instructorThis second course in architectural design and draftingcontinues with more advanced and detailed architectur-al plans. Topics include floor construction and detailing;foundation, wall, and roof constructions and details; anduse of standard manuals, perspective drawings, electri-cal plans, plumbing plans, and building materials, withemphasis on residential and some light commercialapplications. Upon completion, students should be ableto draw and specify advanced-level plans including var-ious architectural details.

DDT 213 CIVIL DRAFTING, PLAT MAPS(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course introduces the drafting practices, symbols,conventions, and standards utilized in civil engineeringcontract documents. Topics include site planning, landsurveying, topographic surveys, along with civil termi-nology. Upon completion, students should be able todraw accurate plat maps, give legal descriptions of landparcels, draw simple site plans, and identify and useproper symbols and conventions on civil engineeringdrawings.

DDT 214 PIPE DRAFTING(1T, 4-6M) 3-4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course covers the theory and practical applicationneeded to understand piping fundamentals as used inrefineries and petrochemical plants. Topics includeprocess and mechanical flow diagrams, plant equip-ment, isometric drawings, instrumentation symbols,pipe symbols, flanges, fittings, and applications of basicmath and trigonometry. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate pipe drafting techniquesand fundamentals in order to prepare working drawingsused in refineries and the petrochemical environment.

DDT 215 GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONINGAND TOLERANCING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 113, or Permission ofinstructorThis course is designed to teach fundamental conceptsof size description by geometric methods, includingappropriate engineering controls. Emphasis is placedon the drawing and application of common geometricdimensioning and tolerancing symbols to engineeringdrawings as designated by the latest ANSI/ASME Stan-dards. Upon completion, students should be able touse geometric dimensioning and tolerancing symbolsin applying size information and manufacturing controlsto working drawings.

DDT 221 ADVANCED MACHINE DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 131 or Permission of instructorThis third course in machine drafting and design cov-ers the development of complex, advanced workingdrawings by applying previously developed skills. Top-ics include application of previously developed skills inthe organization and development of complex, advanced-level working drawings, including sub-assemblies and abasic design problem. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to organize, layout, and produce complex,advanced-level working drawings, including sub-assem-blies and a basic design problem.

DDT 222 ADVANCED ARCHITECTURALDRAFTING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 132 or Permission of instructorThis third course in architectural design and draftingcontinues with advanced architectural plans, including aslant toward light commercial construction. Topicsinclude climate control plans, application of buildingcodes, building materials and finish specifications, costestimating, and bid specifications. Upon completion,students should be able to apply current techniques inproducing advanced-level architectural plans, includingresidential and light commercial applications.

DDT 223 ADVANCED CIVIL DRAFTING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 213 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to build on the concepts learnedin Civil Drafting I and introduce the student to more com-plex projects and problems. Topics include, but are notlimited to profiles, staking plans, grading plans, utilityplans, and civil detailing. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to accurately draft the documentsdescribed previously.

DDT 224 STRUCTURAL CONCRETEDRAFTING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course is designed to develop the knowledge andskills necessary to understand the basic componentsand terminology of pre-cast and poured-in place con-crete structures. Emphasis is placed on pre-cast concreteframing plans, sections, fabrication and connectiondetails, poured-in place concrete foundations, floor sys-tems, and bills of materials. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to construct engineering and shop draw-ings of concrete beams, columns, floors, roof, and wallframing plans using the A.I.S.C. manual and incorpo-rating safety practices.

DDT 225 STRUCTURAL STEEL DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 111, 112, 103 or Permission ofinstructorThis course covers the theory and practical applicationsnecessary to understand the basic design and terminol-ogy of structural steel components used in light com-mercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on structural steeldrafting techniques, bolted and welded connections,

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framing plans, sections, fabrication and connection detailsand bills of materials. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to produce engineering and shop drawings incor-porating standard shapes, sizes, and details using theA.I.S.C. manual and incorporating safety practices.

DDT 226 TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 121 or Permission of instructorThis course provides the student with various methods ofillustrating structures and machine parts. Topics includeaxonometric drawings; exploded assembly drawings;one point, two point, and three point perspectives; surfacetextures; and renderings. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to produce drawings and illustrationsusing the previously described methods.

DDT 227 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS(4T) 4 creditsThis course in statics and strength of materials includesthe study of forces and how they act and react on bodiesand structures. Topics include the effects of forces asfound in structures and machines under conditions ofequilibrium, how materials resist forces, strengths ofcommon construction material and structural compo-nents. Force systems such as parallel, concurrent, andnon-concurrent are studied and coplanar and non-copla-nar situations are included. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to apply the principles of force in engi-neering drawings.

DDT 231 ADVANCED CAD (3T, 2E) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 131 or Permission of instructorThis course covers the advanced applications of CADsoftware to engineering projects in various applications,including architectural, civil, mechanical, and environ-mental engineering, with consideration for advancedphysical and psychological principles of CAD. Theseprinciples will be applied toward CAD customization andprogramming principles, for the express purpose ofincreasing productivity and improving the performance ofthe CAD operator, thereby making CAD much more pro-ductive in an engineering environment. Emphasis willbe placed on using intelligent CAD techniques to increasethe quality of output. 3D modeling and rendering willbe introduced. Upon completion, students should beable to apply advanced CAD techniques in solving com-plex problems related to all engineering applications.

DDT 232 CAD CUSTOMIZATION (2T, 2E, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 123 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces the various methods of cus-tomizing CAD software to meet individual or companyneeds. Topics include menu customization, program-ming, custom command macros, script files, slides, andslide libraries. Upon completion, students should beable to write menus, write programming routines, andwrite script files for the purpose of increasing the profi-ciency of the CAD operator.

DDT 233 SOLIDS MODELING (2T, 2E, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 123 or Permission of instructorThis course provides instructions in 3D Design Modeling,utilizing the 3D capabilities of CAD software. Emphasisis placed on 3D wire frame, surface and solids modelingalong with the development of 2D detail drawings from 3Dmodels. Upon completion, students should be able togenerate 3D surface and solid models and 2D ortho-graphic production drawings from created solid mod-els.

DDT 235 SPECIALIZED CAD (2T, 2E, 3M) 4 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 103 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces alternative CAD application soft-ware and alternative platforms, and can serve as a meansof introducing third party programs that work in con-junction with a specific CAD application. Topics includevarious Graphical User Interfaces (GUI’s) and how tonavigate them, as well as how to use a third party appli-cation to make working in a specific CAD package easi-er and more productive. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to use more than one CAD software pack-age and produce hardcopy and use third party softwareto make certain tasks easier with a specific CAD pro-gram.

DDT 236 DESIGN PROJECT (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed for advanced students who aspireto more advanced and specialized skills in one certaindrafting area. Emphasis is placed on the student’s abil-ity to apply the principles learned in previous draftingclasses in one special area, as approved by the instruc-tor. The required project must be agreed upon by theinstructor and the student, as well as how the work isto be accomplished. Upon completion, students will fur-ther reinforce previously learned concepts by applyingengineering principles and controls to a personal designproject.

DDT 240 PUBLIC UTILITY DRAFTING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: DDT 223 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to develop the knowledge andskills necessary to understand the basic components ofpublic utility systems. Emphasis is placed on draftingtechniques, sections, fabrication and connection detailsand bills of materials for fresh water, storm water, andwastewater. Upon completion, students should be ableto produce engineering and shop drawings, incorporat-ing safety practices, and details using the A.I.S.C. man-ual .

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HORTICULTURE (HOC)

HOC 110 INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE SCIENCE(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to botany, genetics,and plant nomenclature. Topics include an overview ofthe horticultural industry and career opportunities. Uponcourse completion, students will be able to perform basictasks associated with employment in the horticultureindustry.

HOC 111 HORTICULTURE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsThis course provides the essential information needed toestablish and maintain a horticulture-related business.Topics of discussion will include the basic principles ofbusiness and personnel management, customer ser-vices, insurance, and record keeping. The student willdevelop an understanding of the requirements placedon the manager of a small business to comply with man-dated state and federal regulations and meet consumerdemands.

HOC 115 SOILS AND FERTILIZERS (2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is a study of soil properties and the man-agement practices related to the use of fertilizers. Top-ics include soil classification, mapping, and fertilizerneeds based on current and intended use. Upon coursecompletion, students will be able to develop soil fertilitymanagement programs.

HOC 120 PLANT PROPAGATION(1T, 4E) 3 creditsThis course is a study of the seed production, root for-mation, wound healing, and other practical phases ofplant reproduction. Methods commonly used to repro-duce plants by sexual and asexual means are empha-sized. Upon course completion, students will be ableto identify and demonstrate methods of reproducingplants from seeds, cuttings, and layering.

HOC 125 TURF MANAGEMENT(1T, 4E) 3 creditsThis course is the study of all major southern lawn andsports grasses, their establishment and maintenance.Topics include turf equipment, fertilizers, insect and dis-ease problems, and mowing techniques. Upon coursecompletion, students will be able to evaluate the qualityof an existing turf area and prescribe a maintenance pro-gram for turf used for lawns, playing fields, and parks.

HOC 130 NURSERY PRODUCTION(1T, 4E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: HOC 115 or Permission of instructorThis course focuses on all aspects of producing plants ina nursery. Topics include soil and other media for plantgrowth, container selection, plant propagation, water-ing, and fertilization, pest control, and product practicescommonly used by commercial growers. Upon coursecompletion, students will be able to demonstrate profi-ciency in all phases of nursery plant production.

HOC 134 INTRODUCTION TO FLORICULTURE(1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course introduces students to principles of floraldesign and flower shop management. Topics includedesign techniques, marketing, and management prac-tices. Upon completion, students should be able to cre-ate basic floral designs and demonstrate anunderstanding of effective flower shop managementpractices.

HOC 135 ORNAMENTAL PLANTIDENTIFICATION AND CULTURE (1T, 4E) 3 creditsThis course focuses on the identification and growthrequirements of ornamental plants. Topics include iden-tification, habits of growth, cultural requirements, andlandscape use of ornamental plants in the southeasternUnited States. Upon course completion, students willknow common and botanical names of landscape plantsand will know the appropriate use of each plant.

HOC 136 RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPEDESIGN (2T, 4E) 4 creditsThis course provides an overview of the fundamentals ofresidential site design. Topics include site measuringand base map preparation, functional diagrams, land-scape design principles, drafting and drawing proce-dures, design principles, appropriate use of plantmaterials, planting, site preparation, and spatial com-position. Upon course completion, students will be ableto develop a master plan for a residential property.

HOC 137 COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is a study of landscape design principles,drafting and drawing procedures, and the use of plantmaterials. Emphasis will be placed on drawing tech-niques and the appropriate use of plant materials in thecommercial setting. Lab time is provided for the stu-dent to develop landscape drawings.

HOC 140 ORNAMENTAL PLANT PEST MANAGEMENT(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is a study of plant pests affecting the pro-duction and maintenance of ornamental plants. Empha-sis is placed on anthropods, weeds, cultural control,chemical control, and disease-causing agents includingenvironmental factors. Upon course completion, stu-dents will be able to identify the signs and symptomsof invading pests and the characteristics associated withthe onset of diseases in turfgrass and ornamental plantsand will be able to develop appropriate pest control plans.

HOC 151 IRRIGATION SYSTEMS (1T, 2E) 2 creditsThis course is designed to provide students with theinformation needed to design, layout, and install an irri-gation system on residential and commercial proper-ties. Topics of discussion will include system design,cost estimating, installation techniques, and electroniccontrol devices. Upon course completion, students willbe able to design and install residential and commercialirrigation systems.

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HOC 167 GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course introduces students to procedures com-monly used to maintain golf course greens and fairways.Topics include mowing procedures, fertilizing, watering,pest control, overseeding, and greens protection. Uponcompletion, students will be able to demonstrate appro-priate greens and fairway maintenance procedures.

HOC 175 SEMINAR IN HORTICULTURE(1T) 1 creditPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course focuses on current topics in horticulture.Topics are not normally included in the prescribed courseof study, but are to ensure that students remain currentin the field.

HOC 176 ADVANCED STUDIES IN HORTICULTURE(6M) 2 creditsThis course allows students to do practical research anddevelop a project of special interest under the guidanceand supervision of a faculty member. Students and fac-ulty confer in the selection of a project and in identifica-tion of objectives.

HOC 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HORTICULTURE(2-6E, 3-9M) 3 creditsThis course provides specialized instruction in variousareas related to the horticulture industry. Emphasis isplaced on meeting students’ needs.

HOC 182 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HORTICULTURE(2-6E, 3-9M) 3 creditsThis course provides specialized instruction in variousareas related to the horticulture industry. Emphasis isplaced on meeting students’ needs.

HOC 210 GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT(1T, 4E) 3 creditsThis is an introductory course in greenhouse plant pro-duction. Topics include types of structures, constructiontechniques, covering materials, and temperature con-trol. Upon course completion, students will be able toapply basic greenhouse production procedures.

HOC 211 GREENHOUSE CROPPRODUCTION (1T, 4E) 3 creditsThis is an introductory course in the use of greenhousefacilities for the production of foliage and flowering plantcrops. Topics include propagation, scheduling, soils andmedia, crop selection, pest management, and methods ofproduction. Upon course completion, students will beable to produce a wide range of commercial greenhousecrops.

HOC 216 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE(2T, 2E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course focuses on maintaining plant materials andturf in an existing landscape. Topics include pruning,mowing techniques, pest management, and selection ofmaintenance equipment. Upon course completion, stu-dents will be able to demonstrate landscape maintenance

techniques and will be able to prepare labor-time esti-mates and cost analysis for maintaining landscapes.

HOC 218 LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION(2T, 2E) 3 creditsThis course is an introduction to landscape construc-tion. Emphasis is placed on grading and drainage, sitedevelopment, irrigation systems, lighting, and other land-scape construction. Upon course completion, studentswill be able to evaluate a blueprint and reconcile it to thejob site.

HOC 230 VEGETABLE AND ORCHARDCROPS (1T, 4E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: HOC 115 or Permission of instructorThis course focuses on vegetable and fruit crops. Top-ics include cultural requirements, production procedures,and marketing. Upon course completion, students shouldbe able to grow vegetables and establish orchard lay-outs.

MASONRY (MAS)

MAS 111 MASONRY FUNDAMENTALS(2T, 3M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MAS 151This course is designed as an introduction and orienta-tion to masonry construction, specifically to brick andblock construction. Topics include the identification andsafe use of tools, equipment, and masonry materials.Upon completion, students should be able to properlyapply masonry techniques.

MAS 121 BRICK/BLOCK MASONRY (3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MAS 161, 162PREREQUISITE: MAS 111 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide the student with aworking knowledge of the various concrete block andbrick sizes as well as types of joints. Emphasis is placedon understanding the modular system, wall types, joints,and wall insulation. Upon completion, students should beable to identify methods of brick and block reinforce-ments, wall supports, and wall types, joints, insulation,and sample panels and prisms.

MAS 131 RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL(3T) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MAS 171PREREQUISITE: MAS 111 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces students to residential and com-mercial construction, plans and layouts, and reinforcedmasonry. Emphasis is placed on home building, shop-ping centers and high rise buildings, residential and com-mercial drawings and specifications, job costing, jobpreparation, as well as brick and block moisture control.Upon completion, students should be able to read full-scale construction drawings, estimate job costs, specifyjob preparation techniques, and identify methods forveneering a wall, constructing a composite wall, installingexpansion joints, setting coping, and moisture control.

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MAS 151 MASONRY FUNDAMENTALSLAB (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MAS 111This course provides a practical application of industrybrick and block construction. Emphasis is placed onmixing mortar, using masonry equipment and tools, jobpreparation, spreading and furrowing mortar, and drybonding. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate appropriate practices, including safety inbrick and block construction to entry-level standards.

MAS 152 MASONRY FUNDAMENTALSLAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: MAS 111 This course provides a practical application of intro-ductory brick and block construction. Emphasis is placedon spreading mortar and laying bricks; coursing bricks;laying bricks in a running bond; building course pyra-mids; and building stretcher, wall common, Flemish,English and stack bonds. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate appropriate practices,including safety, in brick and block construction to entry-level standards.

MAS 153 SPECIAL TOPICS/PROJECTS(1T, 5E) 3 creditsA selection of topics/projects related to the masonryprofession is addressed in this combined theory and labcourse. Subject matter and projects will vary accord-ing to industry and student needs, and the course may berepeated for credit within institutional policy. Upon com-pletion, students will demonstrate competencies designedto assess course objectives.

MAS 161 CONCRETE BLOCK MASONRY(9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MAS 121PREREQUISITE: MAS 111 or Permission of instructorThis course provides practical application of concreteblock advanced laying techniques. Emphasis is placedon developing skill in laying concrete block, constructingand reinforcing walls, joints, and sample panels andprisms. Upon completion, students should be able toconstruct concrete block walls to entry-level standards.

MAS 162 BRICK MASONRY LAB (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MAS 121PREREQUISITE: MAS 111 or Permission of instructorThis course provides practical application of advancedbrick layout techniques. Emphasis is placed on devel-oping skill in laying brick, constructing and reinforcingwalls, joints, and sample panels and prisms. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to construct brick wallsto entry-level standards.

MAS 171 RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL (9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: MAS 131PREREQUISITE: MAS 111 or Permission of instructorThis course provides application of residential and com-mercial techniques for plans and layouts, as well as brickveneer, composite walls, expansion joints, and mois-ture control. Emphasis is placed on developing skill inreading residential and commercial drawings and apply-

ing specifications to acceptable code standards, job cost-ing, job preparation, and brick and block moisture con-trol. Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate use of the scaling rule for a set of plans;identify and sketch standard symbols for walls, open-ings, floors, and materials; estimate job costs accordingto plan; utilize appropriate methods to ensure moisturecontrol; lay brick and block to the line; and build brick andblock foundations to entry-level standards.

MAS 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MASONRY(3-9M) 1-3 creditsThese courses provide specialized instruction in vari-ous areas related to the industry. Emphasis is placedon meeting students’ needs.

MAS 281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MASONRY(3-9M) 1-3 creditsThese courses provide specialized instruction in vari-ous areas related to the industry. Emphasis is placedon meeting students’ needs.

UPHOLSTERY (UPH)

UPH 111 UPHOLSTERY FUNDAMENTALSAND DESIGN (3T) 3 creditsThis course is designed to introduce the student to aworking knowledge of upholstery techniques and hands-on experience using the fundamentals ofUpholstery/Design. Emphasis is placed on safety, uphol-stery terminology, housekeeping, tools, equipment,minor sewing machine repair, a brief history of furni-ture styles, color, fabrics, woods, and an introductionto principles and elements of furniture/automotive design.Upon completion, the student should be able to cite theprinciples and elements of design and apply upholsterytechniques in all areas specified to complete require-ments of this course.

UPH 112 UPHOLSTERY DESIGNFURNITURE LAB (9M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to teach the student specifictechniques and applications in furniture design founda-tions. Emphasis is placed on proper use, care, storage,and maintenance of tools and equipment and properapplication of design techniques working with the func-tion, beauty, and individuality of a good design plan orfoundation. Upon completion, students should be ableto identify tools and equipment and apply foundationtechniques including tying springs, applying stuffingand padding, and using a variety of materials to achievea good design plan.

UPH 113 UPHOLSTERY DESIGN AUTO LAB(9M) 3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to automotive tech-niques and design with application or live work projects.Emphasis is placed on the application of design tech-niques including working with springs, door panels,headliners, auto seating, rear shelves, carpet, windlace,arm rests, and dashboards. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to perform hands-on upholstery tech-

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niques including design to automotive upholstery.

UPH 114 UPHOLSTERY DESIGNEXPERIMENTAL LAB(6E) 3 creditsThis course is an experimental lab in Upholstery/Design.It consists of demonstrations by the instructor and exper-imentation by students. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate, with appropriate safetyprecautions, the basic principles of Upholstery/Design.

UPH 121 CORRELATING DECORATIVEELEMENTS (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to effectively bring together theelements and principles of design while allowing the stu-dent to specialize in automotive, furniture, or both areasincluding job planning and decorative techniques. Thiscourse covers job planning, layouts, correlation of dec-orative elements including simple floor plans, color,draperies, wall coverings with special emphasis on dia-monds, channeling, and decorative trims. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to plan layouts, identifyand apply the principles and elements of design, andselect decorative trims that blend with the décor.

UPH 122 DECORATIVE ELEMENTS FURNITURE LAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to teach the student to use alayout in computing yardage and to plan decorative tech-niques to be used with furniture projects. Topics includelayouts, planning, redesigning, use of decorative trims,yardage charts and accessories necessary to achieve aharmonious design. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to execute plans, compute yardage, redesign fur-niture, and select decorative techniques and accessoriesto complete a design.

UPH 123 DECORATIVE ELEMENTS AUTO LAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed for instruction in using a layoutto compute yardage and in planning decorative tech-niques which include windlace, hidem welt, various trims,and finishing techniques. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to compute yardage from a well-plannedlayout and apply decorative techniques to the finishedautomotive upholstery project.

UPH 124 DECORATIVE ELEMENTSEXPERIMENTAL LAB (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is an experimental lab in Decorative Ele-ments. It consists of demonstrations by the instructorand experimentation by students. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to demonstrate the basic princi-ples of planning, measurement, and the use of appropriatedecorative techniques.

UPH 131 WOOD REPAIR AND REFINISHING(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides the students with skills necessary

to repair or refinish antique woods, repair scars orscratches, and touch-up existing finishes. Topics coveredin this course include tools, supplies, repairs, stains,sanding, refinishing products, and special techniques torestore a finish. Upon completion, students should beable to restore woods, replace broken parts, and refinishwoods.

UPH 132 HISTORY OF FURNITURESTYLES (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to teach the student to identifyperiod furniture and some of the basics of style usingthe vocabulary of furniture description. Topics includehistory of furniture, furniture facts, period furniture, fur-niture identification, and important trends, fabrics, motifs,woods, finishes, and styles. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to identify furniture styles, periods, motifs,woods and finishes, and coordinate styles.

UPH 183 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3T) 1-3 creditsThese courses are designed to allow the student to spe-cialize in a particular area of study with minimum super-vision in Upholstery/Design application and withevaluation at the instructor’s discretion. Emphasis isplaced on a topic/project that the student is interestedin and may include any automotive, furniture, or relatedarea in Upholstery/Design. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to work with minimum supervision andexecute the necessary techniques to finish a live workproject of their choice.

UPH 211 DESIGN INTERIORS FURNITURE AND AUTO (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed for instruction in planning inte-riors that satisfy individual needs in furniture or auto-mobiles, using the elements and principles of design.Emphasis is placed on blending styles, specifying interi-or materials, correlating a color scheme, placing furniturein a room, placing seats in a car or resort vehicle as wellas vans and boats. Upon completion, students should beable to work with a customer on appropriate colorschemes, materials, and designs which are appropriatefor the lifestyles or needs of the family.

UPH 212 DESIGN INTERIORS FURNITURELAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed for instruction in applying theprinciples and elements of design when upholsteringfurniture and to create a unified design. Emphasis isplaced on the use of appropriate fabrics, colors, textures,types of furniture, needs of customers, lifestyles, occu-pation, commercial or residential setting. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to identify elements ofdesign and apply them to the principles of design in orderto achieve a unified design which best suits the décor.

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UPH 213 DESIGN INTERIORS AUTO LAB(9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to instruct the student to applythe principles and elements of design when upholsteringautomobiles and to create a unified design. Emphasis isplaced on the use of appropriate fabrics, colors, tex-tures, types of automobiles, needs of customers, andpurpose for which the vehicle is being upholstered. Uponcompletion, students should be able to identify elementsof design and apply them to the principles of design inorder to achieve a unified design which best suits theautomobile décor.

UPH 214 DESIGN INTERIORS EXPERIMENTAL LAB (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is an experimental lab in Design Interiors. Itconsists of demonstration by the instructor and experi-mentation by students. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate their knowledge of mate-rials and other elements of design.

UPH 215 SHOP MANAGEMENT ANDLAYOUT (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide the student with nec-essary information to operate and manage an uphol-stery business. Emphasis is placed on shop layouts,necessary equipment, supplies, tax information, settingup an accounting system and managing work loads andinventory control in a simulated working atmosphere.Upon completion, students should be able to layout,perform set-up, and manage an upholstery business.

UPH 216 DRAPERIES, CORNICES,BEDDING (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course provides the student with basic techniquesin designing draperies, cornices, and bedding. Empha-sis is placed on designing headboards, comforters, pil-low shams, dust ruffles, cornices, pinch pleats, rodpockets, drapery, and various shades. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to design functionaldraperies, cornices, and bedding accessories to con-tribute an aesthetic quality to the décor.

UPH 217 UPHOLSTERY CRAFTS ANDACCESSORIES (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to teach the student to constructthe most up-to-date crafts/accessories in upholstery.Emphasis is placed on creating patterns, designing crafts,using various fabrics, and identifying a list of new craftsusing upholstery materials. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to design upholstery crafts/accessories,create patterns, and use various fabrics.

UPH 221 AUTOMOTIVE UPHOLSTERYAND DESIGN (3T) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to introduce the student to sev-eral different types of automobile interior designs. Top-

ics covered include fabric, vinyl and leather seat inserts,sheared and loop carpet, headliners, and interior pan-els. Upon completion, students should be able to selectsuitable materials and complete an automotive uphol-stery project using a style of their choice.

UPH 222 INTERIOR MATERIALS -FURNITURE (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to teach the student to choosethe most appropriate interior materials to be used onand with furniture. Emphasis is placed on wall paper,paint, upholstery fabrics, drapery fabrics, carpet, pan-eling, floor coverings, and window treatments. Uponcompletion, students should be able to utilize interiormaterials and to advise customers in planning décor.

UPH 223 INTERIOR MATERIALS-AUTO(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to teach the student to use inte-rior materials available in the ever-changing industry ofautomotive upholstery. Emphasis is placed on design,color, pattern, texture, type of vehicle, and durability offabric to be used in customizing or restoring a vehicle toits original status. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to select materials, match colors, choose suitablepatterns, search for new materials, repair damaged mate-rials, and contour new designs.

UPH 224 AUTO UPHOLSTERY DESIGNEXPERIMENTAL LAB (6E) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is an experimental lab in Automotive Uphol-stery/Design. It consists of demonstrations by theinstructor and experimentation by the students. Uponcompletion, students should be able to apply appropri-ate techniques in Automotive Upholstery/Design.

UPH 225 ADVANCED FURNITURE TECHNIQUES(1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed for instruction in advanced tech-niques of furniture coverings and design. Emphasis isplaced on advanced cushion making, diamond tufting,redesigning furniture frames, redesigning coverings,advanced skirts, headboards, and other specific pro-jects. Upon completion, students should be able to per-form advanced skills necessary to complete furnitureredesigns and coverings.

UPH 226 ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNIQUES (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to instruct the student inadvanced automotive techniques necessary to performskills to complete jobs. Emphasis is placed on tuck androll, customization, convertible tops, and specializedtechniques in boat seats, boat carpeting, tarps, and recre-ational vehicles. Upon completion, students should beable to apply advanced techniques and skills in any aspectof automotive upholstery.

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UPH 227 QUILTING TECHNIQUES ANDDESIGN (1T, 2E, 3M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to introduce the student to basictechniques in quilt design. Emphasis is placed on select-ing colors, fabrics, and patterns; piecing; markingappliqués; assembling quilt blocks; using a quiltingmachine; and using quilting techniques as applied toupholstery. Upon completion, students should be able toselect colors, fabrics, assemble quilt pieces in a design,use appliqués, and use basic techniques of quilting inupholstery projects.

UPH 281 SPECIAL TOPICS (3M) 1 creditThese courses are designed to allow the student to spe-cialize in a particular area of study with minimum super-vision in Upholstery/Design application and withevaluation at the instructor’s discretion. Emphasis isplaced on a topic/project that the student is interestedin and may include any automotive, furniture, or relatedarea in Upholstery/Design. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to work with minimum supervision andexecute the necessary techniques to finish a live workproject of their choice.

WELDING TECHNOLOGY (WDT)

WDT 111 CUTTING PROCESSES THEORY(1-3T, 0-4E, 0-6M) 2-3 creditsThis course covers the rules of safety and identificationof shop equipment and provides the student with theskills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation ofoxy-fuel cutting, carbon arc cutting and plasma arc weld-ing. Topics include safety, proper equipment setup, andidentification of oxy-fuel, carbon arc cutting and plasmaarc cutting equipment. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to identify safety hazards, gases, equipment andcomponents, and set up equipment for proper application.

WDT 112 SHIELDED METAL ARC FILLET THEORY (1-3T, 0-4E, 0-6M) 2-3 creditsThis course provides the student with instruction onsafety practices and terminology in the shielded metalarc welding (SMAW) processes. Emphasis is placed onsafety, welding terminology, equipment identification,setup and operation, and related information in the shield-ed metal arc welding process. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to identify safety hazards andwelding equipment, understand welding terminologyrelated to SMAW, and know the proper clothing to wearwhile in a welding environment.

WDT 113 BLUEPRINT READING (1-3T, 0-4E, 0-6M) 2-3 creditsThis course provides students with the understandingand fundamentals of industrial blueprint reading. Empha-sis is placed on reading and interpreting lines, views,dimensions, weld joint configurations, and weld sym-bols. Upon completion, students should be able to inter-pret welding symbols and blueprints as they apply towelding and fabrication.

WDT 114 GAS METAL ARC FILLET THEORY(1-3T, 0-4E, 0-6M) 2-3 creditsThis course introduces the student to the gas metal arcwelding process. Emphasis is placed on safe operatingpractices, handling and storage of compressed gases,process principles, component identification, and baseand filler metal identification. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to identify safe operating practicesand principles describing proper cylinder storage andidentify base and filler metals.

WDT 151 CUTTING PROCESSES LAB (6-9M) 2-3 creditsThis course is designed to instruct students in the safeoperation of oxy-fuel, plasma arc, and carbon arc cut-ting. Topics include safety, proper equipment and setup,and operation of oxy-fuel, plasma arc, and carbon arccutting equipment with emphasis on straight line, curve,bevel, and gouging operation. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to safely operate oxy-fuel, plasmaarc, and carbon arc equipment and perform those oper-ations as per AWS D1.1.

WDT 152 SHIELDED METAL ARCFILLET WELDING (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: WDT 112 or Permission of instructorThis course introduces the student to the proper setupand operation of the shielded metal arc welding equip-ment. Emphasis is placed on striking and controllingthe arc, and proper fit-up for fillet joints. Upon comple-tion, students should be able to make fillet welds in allpositions using electrodes in the F3 and F4 groups inaccordance with AWS D1.1.

WDT 153 SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDINGGROOVES (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: WDT 112 or Permission of instructorThis course provides instruction and demonstration inthe shielded metal arc welding process on carbon steelplate with various size F3 and F4 group electrodes in allpositions. Emphasis is placed on welding groove jointsand using various size F3 and F4 group electrodes in allpositions. Upon completion, students should be able tomake visually acceptable groove weld joints in accor-dance with AWS D1.1 welding certification procedures.

WDT 154 GAS METAL ARC LAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: WDT 112 or Permission of instructorThis course provides a period of instruction and demon-stration using the various transfer methods of gas metal

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arc fillet welds. Topics included are safety, equipmentsetup, joint design and preparation, and gas flow rates.Upon completion, students should be able to performfillet welds with the prescribed electrodes and transfermode in various positions.

WDT 180 SPECIAL TOPICS(1-3T) 1-3 creditsThis course allows the student to plan, execute, and pre-sent results of individual projects in welding. Emphasisis placed on enhancing skill attainment in the weldingfield. The student will be able to demonstrate and applycompetencies identified and agree upon between thestudent and the instructor.

WDT 217 SMAW CARBON PIPE THEORY(1-3T, 0-4E, 0-6M) 2-3 creditsThis course introduces the student to the practices andprocedures of welding carbon steel pipe using the shield-ed metal arc weld (SMAW) process. Emphasis is placedon pipe positions, electrode selection, joint geometry,joint preparation and fit-up. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to identify pipe positions, electrodes,proper joint geometry, joint preparations, and fit-up inaccordance with applicable code.

WDT 227 GAS TUNGSTEN ARCGROOVE THEORY (1-3T, 0-4E, 0-6M) 2-3 creditsThis course introduces the student to the gas tungstenarc welding process as described in AWS D1.1 for groovewelding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Emphasis isplaced on safe operating practices, joint and groovedesign, flowmeter operation, and amperage settings foreach size and type of tungsten. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to explain safe operating practices,purpose of the various tungsten end shapes, and deter-mine correct amperage and flow times and rates.

WDT 257 SMAW CARBON PIPE LAB(9M) 3 creditsCOREQUISITE: WDT 217 or Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide the student with skillsin welding carbon steel pipe with the shielded metal arcweld (SMAW) process using electrodes in the F4 andF3 group. Emphasis is placed on welding pipe in the2G, 5G and 6G positions. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to perform shielded metal arc weldingon carbon steel pipe with prescribed electrodes in the2G, 5G, and 6G positions to the applicable code.

WDT 266 EXPLORING METALWORKINGLAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: WDT 226 or Permission of instructorThis course provides instruction and demonstrations forboth hand and power tools to help students build theirown projects. Topics include tool and equipment safety,using measuring devices for layout, using hand and powertools to fabricate, and selecting the type of metal andwelding process needed to build the project. Upon com-pletion, students should be able to use safe work prac-tices, select material and welding process, and build aproject as designed in exploring metalworking theory.

WDT 267 GAS TUNGSTEN ARC GROOVE LAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: WDT 227 or Permission of instructorThis course provides a period of instruction and demon-stration with the gas tungsten arc process to producegroove welds, using both ferrous and non-ferrous met-als, in all positions, according to AWS D1.1 code. Top-ics include safe operating principles, equipment setup,joint preparation, and selection of tungsten with empha-sis placed on manipulative skills. Upon completion, stu-dents should be able to produce groove welds on ferrousand non-ferrous metals using the gas tungsten arcprocess according to AWS D1.1.

WDT 268 GAS TUNGSTEN ARC FILLET LAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: WDT 114 or 132 or Permission ofInstructorThis course provides a period of instruction and demon-stration with the gas tungsten arc process to producefillet welds, using both ferrous and non-ferrous metals,according to AWS code D1.1. Topics include safe oper-ating principles, equipment setup, and correct selectionof tungsten, polarity, shielding gas, and filler metals.Upon completion, students should be able to producefillet welds on ferrous and non-ferrous metals, using thegas tungsten arc process according to AWS code D1.1.

WDT 269 BOILER TUBE LAB (9M) 3 creditsPREREQUISITE: Permission of instructorThis course is designed to provide the student with theskills in welding boiler tubes using the gas tungsten arcand shielded metal arc welding processes using fillermetals in the F6 and F4 groups to applicable code.Emphasis is placed on welding boiler tubes using thegas tungsten arc and shielded metal arc welding processin the 2G and 6G positions in accordance with the applic-able code. Upon completion, students should be able toperform gas tungsten arc and shielded metal arc weld-ing on boiler tubes with the prescribed filler metals inthe 2G and 6G positions to the applicable code.

WDT 270 SHIELDED METAL ARCCERTIFICATION LAB (9M) 3 creditsThis course is designed to enhance skills with the shield-ed metal arc welding process on carbon steel plate usinggroove joints without backing. Emphasis is placed onjoint preparation, fit-up, and welding groove joints with-out backing in the 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G positions usingelectrodes in the F3 and F4 group. Upon completion,students should be able to perform groove welds oncarbon steel plate with the prescribed electrodes in the1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G positions in accordance with AWSD1.1 structural welding code.

WDT 281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN WELDINGTECHNOLOGY (1-3T, 0-6E, 0-9M) 3 creditsThis course provides specialized instruction in variousareas related to the welding industry. Emphasis is placedon meeting students’ needs.

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AAcademic Bankruptcy............................................................31Academic Calendar..................................................................5Academic Excellence.............................................................33Academic Honesty ..................................................................8Accelerated High School Program ........................................19Accommodations/Disabilities..................................................8Accounting (A.S.)..................................................................45Accounting Technology (A.A.S.) ...........................................56Accreditation ...........................................................................1Administration/Faculty/Staff ................................................203Admission Requirements ......................................................17Adult Education.....................................................................38Adult Literacy (ADL) Courses..............................................186Advanced Placement Test (AP) .............................................32Advanced Standing Credit .....................................................31Advising Center.....................................................................35Advanced Electronics Manufacturing (A.A.S.).......................54Aerospace Technology (A.A.S.).............................................54Agricultural Science (A.S.) ....................................................45Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (A.A.S.)...........................55Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (Cert.) .............................55Alabama State Board of Education Members ..........................3Alabama Student Assistance Grants (ASAG).........................24Application Procedures .........................................................20Art (A.S.)...............................................................................45Associate of Arts/Science Degrees........................................45Associate of Applied Science Degree ....................................54Attendance Policies...............................................................33Audit Students ......................................................................20Auditing a Course..................................................................31

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Barbering (Cert.) ...................................................................56Biological Science (A.S.) .......................................................46Bookstore..............................................................................27Bookstore Return Policies.....................................................28Brewer Library ......................................................................34Business (A.S.) .....................................................................46Business Administration (A.A.S.) ..........................................56Business and Industry Services ............................................40Business Office Hours...........................................................23

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Calendar..................................................................................5Campus Crime Statistical Disclosure Report.........................16Campus Maps .....................................................................210Campus Organizations and Clubs..................................37, 223Campus Security/Police ........................................................15Campus Site Information ......................................................39Career Mobility for Practical Nurses................................32, 89

Career Services .....................................................................36Certificates ............................................................................43Chancellor ...............................................................................3Chemistry (A.S.) ...................................................................46Child Development (A.S.)......................................................47Child Development (A.A.S.)...................................................60Child Development (CDA Credential).....................................60Child Development (Cert.) .....................................................61Child Development Center.....................................................35CIP Codes .............................................................................42Classification of Students......................................................28CLEP Subject Examinations ..................................................32Clinical Practice/Manipulative Laboratory .............................99College Policies and Regulations ............................................8College President ....................................................................3College Work-Study (CWS)...................................................25College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) .........................32Computer Graphics (A.A.S.)..................................................61

Option I - Graphic Design..................................................61Option II - Computer Graphics/Electronic Imaging............61

Computer Information Systems (A.S.) ..................................47Computer Information Systems (A.A.S.)...............................62

Option I-Microcomputers...................................................62Option II-Programming......................................................62Option III-Office Administrative Professional .....................63Option IV-Network Technology ..........................................63

Computer Information Systems (Cert.) .................................63General Office Assistant Certificate ....................................63Software Applications Certificate........................................64Word Processing Specialist Certificate...............................64Medical Office Assistant Certificate ....................................64Legal Office Assistant Certificate........................................64

Conditional Admission ..........................................................17Conduct Expectations..............................................................8Cooperative Education ..........................................................38Cosmetology (Cert.)..............................................................65

Esthetics (Skin Care)..........................................................65Instructor Training .............................................................65Nail Technology .................................................................66

Counseling Services..............................................................36Course Audit .........................................................................20Course Descriptions..............................................................97Course Forgiveness Policy ....................................................30Course Load..........................................................................28Course Overloads..................................................................31Course Prefixes.....................................................................98Creditable/Non-creditable Courses........................................17Credit by Transfer .................................................................31Credit for Prior Experience ....................................................32Credit from Nontraditional Sources.......................................31Credit Hour Equivalencies .....................................................99Credit Hour Loads .................................................................28Criminal Justice (A.S.) ..........................................................47Cum Laude............................................................................34

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DDean’s List ............................................................................33Decatur Campus....................................................................39Degree-Eligible Students.......................................................17Degrees.................................................................................33Degree Requirements............................................................34Dental Assisting (A.A.S.).......................................................66Dental Assisting (Cert.) .........................................................67Design Drafting Technology (A.A.S.).....................................68Design Drafting/Computer Aided Drafting (Cert.)..................69Design Drafting/Residential (Cert.)........................................69Disabilities Accommodations ..................................................8Disabled, Rights of................................................................13Discrimination.......................................................................13Distance Education................................................................39Drop and Add Period.............................................................28Drop/Add Refund Policy........................................................22Drug Policy .............................................................................8Dual Enrollment ....................................................................20Due Process..........................................................................10

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Early Childhood Articulation with Athens State .....................47Electives/Humanities/Social Sciences/Natural Sciences........43Electrical Technology (A.A.S.)...............................................69

Electrical Option .................................................................69HVAC Option ......................................................................69Industrial Maintenance Option ...........................................69Electronic Instrumentation Option......................................70

Elementary Teacher Education (A.S.) ....................................48Emergencies .........................................................................36Emergency Medical Services (A.A.S.) ...................................70EMS Special Courses ............................................................73EMT Basic/Paramedic General Admission

Requirements.....................................................................72EMT Basic/ Paramedic Entry Requirements ..........................72EMT Basic (Cert.) ..................................................................70EMT-Paramedic (Cert.) .........................................................71English (A.A.) ........................................................................49Entrepreneurship (A.A.S.) .....................................................57Entrepreneurship (Cert.) .......................................................57Equal Opportunity ...................................................................2Experimental Laboratory .......................................................99

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Facility Renewal Fee ..............................................................22Family Educational Rights/Privacy Act (F.E.R.P.A.) ...............21Family Financial Planning and Counseling (A.S.) ..................49Federal Financial Aid Programs/Applications ........................24Fees ......................................................................................22Final Examination Attendance ...............................................33Financial Aid..........................................................................24

Financial Assistance Credit Load...........................................25Financial Information ............................................................22Fire Services Management (A.S.) ..........................................49Fire Science (Cert.)................................................................74Former Students/Readmission..............................................20Full-Time Credit Load............................................................28

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GED Test Fee.........................................................................23GED Testing ..........................................................................37General Admission Information.............................................17General Education (A.S.) .......................................................50Goals of the Alabama College System.................................216GPA.......................................................................................29Grade Appeal Procedure .......................................................29Grade Points .........................................................................29Grade Symbols......................................................................29Grades ..................................................................................29Graduation ............................................................................33Graphic Design, Option I (A.A.S.)..........................................61Graphic Design, Option II Computer

Graphics/Electronic Imaging (A.A.S.).................................61Grievance Committee ............................................................14

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Health and Physical Education (A.S.) ....................................50High School Scholar’s Bowl Program ..................................36History of Calhoun ..................................................................3Honor Graduates...................................................................34Humanities Electives .............................................................43Huntsville/Research Park ......................................................39

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In-State Tuition Rates ...........................................................22Instructional Fees..................................................................22Instructional Information ......................................................28Internship..............................................................................99International Student.............................................................19

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Late Registration Fee.............................................................22Law/Pre-Law (A.A.)...............................................................50Library Services ....................................................................34Limestone Correctional Facility Site (LCF).............................40

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Machine Tool Technology (A.A.S.) ........................................74Machinist Option ................................................................74Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Option ........................75

Manufacturing Option ........................................................76Machine Tool Technology (Cert.) ..........................................75

Machinist Option................................................................75Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Option........................75Manufacturing Option ........................................................76

Magna Cum Laude ................................................................34Major Field of Study Change .................................................31Management (A.A.S.)............................................................58Mathematics (A.S.) ...............................................................50Medicine/Pre-Medicine or Pre-Dentistry (A.S.) .....................51Medicine/Pre-Veterinary Medicine (A.S.) ..............................51Minority Student Affairs ........................................................36Missile and Munitions-Basic (A.A.S.)....................................77

Option I. Calibration Specialist ..........................................77Option II. Technical Management......................................77

Mission of College...................................................................4Motor Vehicle Registration....................................................16Music Education (A.S.) .........................................................51Music Industry Communications (A.A.S.) .............................78Music/Church Music (Cert.) ..................................................78

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Natural Sciences Electives.....................................................43Non-Degree Eligible Students ...............................................17Nondiscrimination Statement..................................................2Nursing/ADN: Basic (A.A.S.) ................................................78Nursing/ADN: Career Mobility (A.A.S.).................................83Nursing/Practical Nursing (Cert.) ..........................................85Nursing/Pre-Nursing (A.S.)...................................................52

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Official Student Records .......................................................21One-Half Credit Load.............................................................28Orientation to College............................................................36Out-of-State Tuition Rates.....................................................22

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Paralegal Studies (Cert.) .......................................................85Paralegal Studies (A.S.) ........................................................52Parking Citation.....................................................................16Pell Grants ............................................................................24Pharmacy/Pre-Pharmacy (A.S.) ............................................53Photography and Film Communications (A.A.S.) ..................85Placement Testing.................................................................37Placement Testing Exemptions .............................................37Police (Campus)....................................................................15Police Academy Work ...........................................................32Practical Nursing (Cert.)........................................................85Pre-Admission Services ........................................................36President.................................................................................3President’s List .....................................................................33

Probation and Suspension ....................................................32Process Technology (A.A.S.) ................................................90Program CIP Codes ..............................................................42Programs of Study Index ......................................................42Purpose Statements................................................................4

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Quality Control Technology (A.A.S.)......................................58Quality Control Technology (Cert.) ........................................59

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Real Estate Sales and Management (A.A.S.) .........................59Recruitment ..........................................................................36Redstone Arsenal Site ...........................................................40Refund Policy........................................................................22Residency Tuition Rates........................................................22Restroom Policy....................................................................16Rights of Appeal/Student ......................................................29

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Scholarships and Grants-in-Aid ............................................27Secondary Teacher Education (A.S.).....................................53Security (Campus) ................................................................15Security (Cert.)......................................................................92Senior Adult Program Scholarship........................................20Servicemember’s Opportunity College ..................................38Services for Persons with Disabilities ...................................36Sexual Harassment ...............................................................13Social Sciences Electives ......................................................43Special Programs............................................................38, 92

Automotive Body Repair (Cert.)Advanced Repair .............................................................92Basic Repair ....................................................................92

Automotive Mechanics (Cert.)Advanced Repair .............................................................93Basic Repair ....................................................................93

Carpentry (Cert.)Finish ..............................................................................93Rough .............................................................................93

Design Drafting (Cert.)Basic Design ...................................................................93Basic Architectural ..........................................................94Basic Civil-Structural.......................................................94Advanced Computer Aided Drafting ................................94Electro-Mechanical..........................................................94

Horticulture (Cert.)General............................................................................95Landscape Development .................................................95Nursery and Greenhouse Management ...........................95

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Upholstery (Cert.)Automotive Interior and Trim..........................................96Basic ...............................................................................95Furniture Repair and Refinishing.....................................96

Welding Technology/Pipe (Cert.) .......................................96Welding /Basic Structural (Cert.)........................................96

Specialized Military Training .................................................32Specialized Training with Industry ........................................32Statement of Values ................................................................4Statewide Transfer and Articulation Reporting System .........40Student Activities ..................................................................36Student Affairs ......................................................................35Student Course Overloads.....................................................31Student Government Association..........................................36Student Grievance Procedures..............................................13Student Identification Cards..................................................16Student Organizations and Clubs ..................................37, 223Student Records and Transcripts..........................................21Student Responsibilities..........................................................8Student Services ...................................................................35Summa Cum Laude ..............................................................34Supplemental Educational Opportunity

Grant (FSEOG) .............................................................24, 26Surgical Technology.............................................................90Suspension ...........................................................................32

TTable of Contents ....................................................................6Tech Prep..............................................................................39Testing Services....................................................................37Theatre Arts (A.S.) ................................................................53Traffic & Transportation Technology (A.A.S.) .......................59Traffic & Transportation Technology (Cert.)..........................60Traffic Citations.....................................................................16Transcript Policy ...................................................................22Transfer of Credit ..................................................................20Transfer of Students .............................................................20Transient Students ...............................................................28Tuition...................................................................................22

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Unconditional Admission ......................................................17University Parallel Student ....................................................28Upward Bound ......................................................................38

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Veterans’ Benefits ...........................................................24, 26Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of the

Alabama College System..................................................216Visiting Student Program......................................................34Vocational Education Counseling Program ...........................38

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Weapons Policy ....................................................................16Weekend College...................................................................39Withdrawals ..........................................................................28Workforce Investment Act (WIA) ..........................................24Work-Study...........................................................................26

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The Alabama College System

Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives

Vision Statement

The Alabama College System believes education improves the life of every individual and advances society as awhole.

Mission Statement

The Alabama College System, consisting of public two-year community, and technical colleges and an upper divi-sion university, seeks to provide accessible quality educational opportunities, promote economic growth, andenhance the quality of life for the people of Alabama.

Goals

• To provide accessible quality educational opportunities.• To promote economic growth.• To enhance the quality of life.

Objectives

The Alabama College System shall provide:

• General education and other collegiate programs at the freshman and sophomore levels that prepare studentsfor transfer to other colleges and universities.

• Technical, vocational, and career education that prepares students for immediate employment, retrains existingemployees, and promotes local and state economic stability and competitiveness.

• An upper division university that provides selected baccalaureate opportunities for students within the postsec-ondary system.

• Developmental education that assists individuals in improving learning skills and overcoming educational defi-ciencies.

• Student services and activities that assist individuals in formulating and achieving their educational goals.

• Learning resources that support the needs of the institution and the community.

• Business and industry development training that meets employer needs.

• Continuing education and personal enrichment opportunities that support life-long learning and the civic, social,and cultural quality of life.

• Expanded partnerships with schools and school systems in the state to deliver seamless educational optionsand supportive articulation services.

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Music (Band and/or Chorus) ............................................................................Music Department Parking .....................................................................................................Campus Police/SecurityParking Permits ....................................................................................... 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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

COURSE PLACEMENT TESTINGApplicants and students are required to complete a course place-ment examination prior to enrollment in any English, reading, ormathematics course unless the student qualifies for an exemptionlisted below. Course placement testing is mandatory; students maynot enroll for any course above the level designated by the place-ment exam.

Placement testing is available using untimed computerized testing.Individual computerized testing appointments may be scheduled bycalling the Advising Centers.

DECATUR CAMPUSChasteen Student Center256/306-2648

HUNTSVILLE/RESEARCH PARK CAMPUSRoom 101P256/890-4770

REDSTONE ARSENALBuilding 3343256/876-7431

EXEMPTIONS TO COURSE PLACEMENT TESTINGPOLICY1. Successful completion of English and/or mathematics course(s)at a regionally accredited college or university. The level of thecourse(s) successfully completed determines the level of course(s)for which a student may be eligible. Example: a student who com-pletes an intermediate college algebra class is not eligible for a cal-culus course, but rather the next course in sequence.

2. An ACT English score of 20 or better or a SAT Verbal of 480 orbetter exempts the placement requirement for English 101.

3. An ACT mathematics score of 20 or better or a SAT Math of 526or better exempts the placement requirement for college mathemat-ics courses. Placement is based on the high school background ofthe student in consultation with an academic advisor.

NOTE: Exemptions to the Course Placement Testing Policy must bedocumented by submission of ACT or SAT score reports and/orsubmission of official college transcripts. ACT or SAT scoresshould be within two years of high school graduation.

EXIT TESTING

Any student pursuing an Associate in Applied Science Degree or aCertificate may be required to successfully complete an exit exami-nation before the degree or certificate will be awarded. Currently,exit testing involves the use of ACT’s WorkKeys.

ADVISING CENTERSAdvising Centers staffed by advisors and counselors are open andoperational on the Decatur Campus, Huntsville/Research Park loca-tion, and for limited hours at the Redstone Arsenal site. The person-nel manning the centers will help students plan their schedule, plantheir program of study, and register for classes. New students arerequired to meet with Advising Center personnel. Students maystop by or call for an appointment at the numbers listed below.

DECATUR CAMPUSChasteen Student Center (256) 306-2648Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. M-TH

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon F

HUNTSVILLE/RESEARCH PARK CAMPUSRoom 101R (256) 890-4770Hours: 12:00 Noon - 7:00 p.m. M-TH

REDSTONE ARSENAL SITEBuilding 3343 (256) 876-7431Little John Rd. near Gate 10 Patton Rd.

WEB ACCESSwww.calhoun.edu

Calhoun has installed a Web system accessible by the internet thatallows eligible students to:

• Register for classes.• Check (view) their schedule for a specific term.• Check their grades by term.• Drop and add classes during specific time periods.• Search for open classes.• Pay tuition and fees online.

In order to use Calhoun’s Web system, eligible students must have:

• An assigned seven digit college identification number,• An assigned seven digit Personal Identification Number (PIN),• Access to the internet,• No holds or restrictions that prohibit registration.

Access Calhoun’s website by going to www.calhoun.edu, click onOn-line Services, and follow the Student Self Service link.

STUDENT ACTIVITIESStudent activities at Calhoun present various opportunities for studentsto participate in educational experiences not otherwise provided in the cur-riculum. The student activities program at Calhoun Community College isthe responsibility of the students through the Student Government Asso-ciation. The purpose of the Student Government Association is to repre-sent every student as a direct line of communication to staff, faculty, andadministration. The Student Government Association operates under thedirection and supervision of the Student Activities Facilitator and the Assis-tant Dean for Student Affairs.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

The SGA is intended to provide for active student self-government; toencourage mutual respect among students, faculty, and administrators;to promote the involvement of students in community programs and pro-jects; to provide social and recreational outlets for all students; to func-tion as an organized and realistic laboratory through which students mayacquire and “try out” those skills necessary for living in and improvingtheir communities. Calhoun Community College encourages student par-ticipation in institutional decision-making. The SGA represents studentviews to the college administration through representation on the DisciplineCommittee and the Parking/Traffic Appeals Committee, as well as otherspecial appointments. All students should take an active part in the SGA by(1) voting in every election; (2) taking the initiative to run for offices; and (3)conveying ideas and/or requests to elected student representatives.

The office of the SGA is located in the Chasteen Student Center, with reg-ular hours maintained by the student government officials. All students areurged to meet with their representatives and to take an active part in theaffairs of the student government.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATIONCONSTITUTION

PREAMBLEThe purpose of this Student Government Association Constitution

is to provide a fair and just system of representation for every student at Cal-houn Community College so that, through this representation, a direct lineof communication will always be open from each student to Student Gov-ernment officers and personnel, as well as from those officers and per-sonnel to staff, faculty, and administration. These open lines ofcommunication will foster a high degree of service to students and employ-ees, as well as stimulate appreciation of the privileges and responsibili-ties of citizenship in a democratic society.

ARTICLE I NAME, PURPOSE, MEMBERSHIP

Section 1. NameThe name of this organization shall be the Calhoun Community Col-

lege Student Government Association, hereinafter referred to as SGA.

Section 2.PurposeThe purpose of the SGA shall be to serve the college by representing

the student body and its concerns by communicating these concerns to thestudents, faculty, and administrators through representation on the Plan-ning Council and various other college committees.

Furthermore, the purpose of the SGA shall be to present variousopportunities for students to participate in educational, social, and cultur-al experiences not otherwise provided in the curriculum.

Section 3. MembershipThe SGA shall be composed of all currently enrolled students. These

students shall be represented by the elected Executive and Legislativebranches.

ARTICLE II ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS

Section 1. BranchesThe SGA shall be composed of the Executive and Legislative Branch-

es.

ARTICLE III POWERS OF EXECUTIVE BRANCH

Section 1. Executive MembersAll executive powers of the SGA shall be vested in these members: Presi-dent, 1st Vice President – for Decatur, 2nd Vice President – for Huntsville,Secretary – Decatur, Secretary – Huntsville, Treasurer – Decatur, and Trea-surer – Huntsville.

Section 2. Powers and Duties of the PresidentA. Administer and enforce the SGA Constitution, its by-laws, and student

senate statutes.B. Appoint committee chairpersons and committee members, and make

a recommendation for the removal of a committee chairperson orcommittee member.

C. Instruct and require reports from executive officers and committeechairs.

D. Call and preside over bi-monthly meetings of the SGA and the Exec-utive Branch.

E. Make recommendations for legislation to the Student Senate.F. Serve, or appoint a member of the elected body of the SGA to serve,

on the Discipline Committee, Student Activities Advisory Commit-tee, and other appropriate institutional committees.

G. Keep regular, posted SGA office hours - three (3) to five (5) hours aweek - approved by the SGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs.

H. Have only membership status in other Calhoun clubs or organiza-tions.

I. Serve in all other proper and necessary capacities as assigned by theSGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.

Section 3a. Powers and Duties of the 1st Vice President

A. In the absence of the President, assume the powers and duties ofthe President.

B. In the event of the President’s resignation or removal from office,assume the office of the President until the next regularly scheduledelection.

C. Serve in an advisory capacity to all SGA committees and requireweekly, written reports from committee chairs.

D. Keep regular, posted SGA office hours - three (3) to five (5) hours aweek - approved by SGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.

E. Process correspondence for the SGA.

Section 3b. Powers and Duties of the 2nd Vice President

A. Serve as executive member responsible for coordinating Huntsvillecampus SGA activities.

B. Serve as Huntsville liaison to the SGA Executive Branch. C. Serve in an advisory capacity to all Huntsville SGA committees and

require weekly, written reports from committee chairs.D. Keep regular, posted SGA office hours – three (3) to five (5) hours a

week – approved by SGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.E. Process correspondence for the Huntsville SGA.

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Section 4a. Powers and Duties of the Secretary – Decatur Campus

A. Record and report the minutes of each meeting of the SGA and theExecutive Branch.

B. Submit to the SGA President, SGA Advisor, and Assistant Dean for Stu-dent Affairs, bi-monthly typed written minutes of the SGA and Exec-utive Branch meetings.

C. Serve as corresponding secretary for the Executive Branch.D. Call or check roll (or make provisions for the task) at each meeting and

activity and keep a permanent record of attendance.E. Keep regular, posted SGA office hours – three (3) to five (5) hours a

week – approved by the SGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs.

F. Keep the SGA Constitution updated as it is amended.

Section 4a. Powers and Duties of the Secretary – Huntsville Campus

A. Serve as corresponding secretary for the Huntsville campus. B. Call or check roll (or make provisions for the task) at each Huntsville

meeting and activity and keep a permanent record of attendance.C. Keep regular posted SGA office hours – three (3) to five (5) hours a

week – approved by the Huntsville SGA, Advisor or Assistant Dean forStudent Affairs.

Section 5. Powers and Duties of the Treasurer – Decatur and Huntsville

A. Be responsible for writing all SGA purchase orders.B. Give a weekly report to the SGA Executive and Legislative Branches.C. Give a monthly report to the SGA Advisor and Assistant Dean for Stu-

dent Affairs.D. Keep a record of all SGA monies.E. Keep regular, posted SGA office hours - three (3) to five (5) hours a

week - approved by the SGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for StudentAffairs.

ARTICLE IV POWERS OF LEGISLATIVE BRANCH

Section 1. Legislative Members

The legislative powers of the SGA shall be vested in:• Ten (10) representatives at the Decatur campus elected at large from

the student body• Five (5) representatives at the Huntsville campus elected at large from

the student body.• One (1) active member of each Calhoun club or organization with a

demonstrable membership of at least 15 active members, having theappropriate SGA qualifications, who are elected by the membership ofthat club.

Section 2. Powers and Duties of the Legislative Branch

A. Administer and enforce the SGA Constitution.B. Propose amendments to the SGA Constitution.C. Be responsible for attending all SGA meetings and participating in all

SGA activities, unless excused by the SGA Advisor or Assistant Deanfor Student Affairs.

D. Require student publications to print such notices as it may deemnecessary for the information of members of the SGA, but shall haveno powers to restrict freedom of expression in student publications.

E. Have the responsibility and right to formulate procedures and rules ofpractice to be followed by the Senate.

F. Keep regular, posted SGA office hours - minimum one (1) hour a week.G. Elect from its membership a parliamentarian, who shall have the fol-

lowing duties:

1. Advising the chair on parliamentary matters for which purposehe/she will have on hand at each meeting a copy of Robert’sRules of Order, Newly Revised and a copy of the SGA Constitu-tion.

2. Calling expiration of time at regular meetings.

ARTICLE V QUALIFICATIONS FOR EXECUTIVE ANDLEGISLATIVE BRANCHES

Section 1. Qualifications of Executive Branch

A. Any student running for SGA President must have prior Calhoun SGAexperience.

B. Officers shall be students in good standing taking at least 12 semes-ter hours. Each officer shall maintain a 2.5 or better overall gradepoint average during his or her term of office.

C. The Secretary and Treasurer must have demonstrated computingskills.

Section 2. Qualifications for Legislative Branch

A. All senators of the student body shall be students in good standing tak-ing at least 9 semester hours. Each senator shall maintain a 2.5 or bet-ter overall grade point average during his or her term of office.

B. First semester freshmen desiring to run for election shall do so onthe basis of high school grades.

ARTICLE VI ELECTIONS AND SUCCESSION

Section 1. Election of Executive Branch

A. All officers and two (2) senators of the SGA shall be elected andinstalled to assume office during the month of March.

B. Any qualified student may be placed on the official ballot by submit-ting to the SGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for Student Affairs an appli-cation fourteen (14) days prior to the election with 2.5 grade pointaverage verified by the Director of Admissions.

Section 2. Election of Legislative Branch

A. Eight senators of the SGA from the Decatur campus shall be elected andinstalled to assume office during the month of September.

B. Five senators of the SGA from the Huntsville campus shall be electedand installed to assume office during the month of September.

C. Any qualified student may be placed on the official ballot by submittingto the SGA Advisor or Assistant Dean for Student Affairs a Letter ofIntent with grade point average verified by the Director of Admis-sions.

Section 3. Election Procedures

A. All elections shall be by secret ballot.B. Each student shall present his/her current Calhoun I.D. number and pic-

ture identification.

Section 4. Succession

A. The President shall be succeeded by the 1st Vice President of the stu-dent body.

B. The Vice President shall be succeeded by nominations from the exec-utive board to be voted on by the SGA.

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C. All other vacancies of officers shall be filled by election within thegoverning body by 2/3 vote of the members present. (See ArticleXI, Section 2.)

D. All senatorial vacancies shall be filled by the candidate with the nexthighest vote in the prior election. If the quorum of the original mem-bers isn’t met, nominations will be taken from the floor and elected bya 2/3 vote. (See Article XI, Section 2.)

E. If there is a quorum of the original members, then no new senators willbe expected after the fall semester.

ARTICLE VII CONTINUITY OF SERVICE

Section 1. Executive Branch

A. An Executive member in the SGA will be removed from office by a 2/3vote of the governing body only after the cause has been deemedjust by the Student Senate.

B. An executive member of the SGA will be removed from office for fail-ure to uphold the oath of office.

C. Any disciplinary action taken against an executive member of theSGA by the Discipline Committee may be deemed just cause forremoval from office.

D. An executive member of the SGA nominated for removal from officeshall have the right to be informed in advance and be present at themeeting for the purpose of defending himself/herself.

E. Without a vote of the Senate, an executive member of the SGA will beremoved from office for failure to attend meetings, scheduled activ-ities, or failure to meet the GPA requirements. Excuses for absencesmust be obtained from the SGA President or SGA Advisor. Any morethan three (3) unexcused absences from meetings or activities will bedeemed just cause for immediate removal from office by the SGAAdvisor or Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.

F. Legislative members can remove a committee chair or co-chair by amajority vote upon a recommendation from the SGA President orthe SGA Advisor.

G. If a legislative member is removed, he/she must be replaced within two(2) weeks.

Section 2. Legislative Branch

A. A legislative member in the SGA will be removed from office by a 2/3vote of the governing body only after the cause has been deemedjust by the Student Senate.

B. A legislative member of the SGA will be removed from office for fail-ure to uphold the oath of office.

C. A senator will be removed from office without a vote of the senatefor failure to attend meetings, scheduled activities, or failure to meetthe GPA requirements. Excuses for absences must be obtained fromthe SGA President or SGA Advisor. Any more than three (3) unexcusedabsences from meetings or activities will be deemed just cause forimmediate removal from office by the SGA Advisor.

D. Any disciplinary action taken against a legislative member of the SGAby the Discipline Committee will be deemed just cause for removalfrom office.

E. A legislative member of the SGA nominated for removal from officeshall have the right to be present at the meeting for the purpose ofdefending himself/herself.

ARTICLE VIII OATH OF OFFICE

Section 1. Oath of Office

I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office(Name of Office). I will act always in the best interest of Calhoun CommunityCollege and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and enforce the

SGA Constitution of Calhoun Community College.

Section 2. Upholding Oath of Office

Any elected or appointed officer shall uphold the oath of office orshall be dismissed from the SGA.

ARTICLE IX MEETINGS

Section 1. General Sessions

The bi-monthly meetings will be held the first and third Thursdays ofeach month in the Chasteen Student Center, Decatur campus. A commit-tee of at least three (3) members, including one (1) member of the Exec-utive Board, will be appointed by the SGA President and hold a publicmeeting at least once per semester at the Huntsville campus.

Section 2. Executive Meetings

The Executive Branch of the SGA shall meet once a week for the pur-pose of planning.

Section 3. Special Meetings

Special meetings shall be called when deemed necessary.

ARTICLE X RULES OF ORDER

The rules contained in the current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order,Newly Revised shall govern the SGA in all cases in which these rules are notinconsistent with the by-laws and any special rules of order the SGA mayadopt.

ARTICLE XI CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

Section 1. Amendments

A. An amendment to the SGA Constitution may be proposed during a reg-ular meeting by any SGA member.

B. After review by an appointed committee, amendments to the SGAConstitution must be ratified by 3/4 of the active, elected membership.

Section 2. Quorum

A quorum shall be defined as 3/4 of the active, elected membership;a quorum must be present to vote on ANY official business.

Effective 5/04

NOTE: Each SGA member will be required to serve on committees,which include those listed below (subject to change):

• Comedy Club• Costume Contest• Food/Hospitality• Pool Tournament• Disciplinary• Spring Fest• Parking Appeals• Blood Drive

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS ANDCLUBSCocurricular organizations and clubs are recognized as an integral part ofthe total educational program of Calhoun Community College. Studentsare encouraged to participate in organizations and clubs in order to sharetheir talents and ideas with classmates and college staff, to influencepositively the total college program, to enhance personal skills throughleadership experiences, and to enjoy a fuller social life through contactsmade in cocurricular activities.

The student activities program at Calhoun Community College is theresponsibility of the students through the Student Government Associ-ation. The purpose of the SGA is to represent every student as a directline of communication to staff, faculty, and administration. The SGAoperates under the direction of the Student Activities Facilitator and theAssistant Dean for Student Affairs.

THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF CAMPUS ORGANIZATIONS AND BRIEFDESCRIPTIONS OF THEIR FUNCTIONS.

Student Government Association - represents student views to the col-lege administration and coordinates and carries out the Student Activ-ities Program. Officers and two senators are elected in May. Eightsenators are elected in September. Petitions to run for SGA may beacquired from the Student Activities Facilitator or SGA office. The SGAPresident, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer receive a tuitionscholarship for the academic year.

Calhoun Community College encourages student participation in insti-tutional decision-making. The Student Government Association representsstudent views to the college administration through representation onthe Discipline Committee, Parking/Traffic Appeals Committee, as well asother special appointments. Kelly Hovater, Sponsor - Student ActivitiesFacilitator (SA) (306-2640)

College Daze – Students plan, write, lay out, and distribute a newspapertwice a semester. Reporters, photographers, and hard workers are allwelcome. Sponsor - Steve Calatrello (306-2716)Meets: A two credit hour class, meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from12:30 - 1:30 p.m. in room 224 of the Chasteen Student Center.

Warhawks (Hosts and Hostesses) – The Warhawks are Calhoun’s offi-cial hosts and hostesses. They represent the college at official functions,give campus tours, host student and faculty receptions, represent CalhounCommunity College at various high school programs, assist with Schol-ars’ Bowl competitions, and lots of other exciting activities. It’s a great wayto meet other students, faculty and administrators, and become involvedin student activities. Some of the requirements for being a Warhawk area positive attitude, a minimum GPA of 2.5, and nine hours. Sponsors -Mattie Burks (306-2614) and Carla Swinney (306-2870). Meets: EveryMonday at 1:00 p.m., SGA Conference Room.

THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF CALHOUN’S CLUBS AND BRIEFDESCRIPTIONS OF THEIR FUNCTIONS.

Allied Health Students Assn. – gives students in the area of Allied Healtha chance to meet, form new friendships, and learn more about the fieldsof Allied Health. Sponsor - Grant Wilson, 306-2950 (Shelton) Meets:TBA

BACCHUS/S.A.D.D. – A national award-winning, creative drug preventioneducation program. This student-led group utilizes the peer approach ina fun and exciting way to combat the major killer of teenagers and youngadults due to alcohol-related car crashes and failure to wear seat belts.Sponsor - Kelly Hovater. Meets: TBA, Chasteen Student Center.

Black Students’ Alliance Club – A one-of-a-kind group open to all stu-dents who want to get to know other students, talk about/plan activities,resolve questions or issues pertaining to Black students, respond tocampus and community concerns, and enjoy college life together. Spon-sor - Dr. Izora Harrison (306-2635), Chasteen Student Center, room 223.Meets: TBA.

Campus Ministries – Helps students increase their Christian faith, witness,and have fellowship with other Christians. Sponsor - Jerry Armor (306-2746). Campus minister, Virginia Alexander. Meets: Every Wednesday at11:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, and 1:00 p.m., Chasteen Student Center.

The Centurions – The purpose is to assist individuals with disabilitiesas they gain access to all programs and facilities at Calhoun Communi-ty College; to increase awareness of the needs of individuals with dis-abilities; and to provide a support system for students with disablingconditions. Members do not have to have a disability to be a member.Sponsor - Randy Engle (306-2768). Meeting times and dates: TBA.

Criminal Justice Club – This club is primarily for students who aremajoring in one of the Criminal Justice degrees, but is open to anyone whois interested in the field. The meetings often have guest speakers fromCriminal Justice agencies. Refreshments and a meal are occasionallyprovided. The club annually sponsors a needy family at Christmas, has onemajor fund-raising event each year, participates in Spring Fest, and hasan annual banquet in the Spring. There are usually one or two club-spon-sored trips each year. Sponsor - Penelope Blankenship (306-2753).Meeting times and dates: TBA.

Dental Assistants Club – promotes education of dental assistant stu-dents, improves and sustains the profession, and advances the dental pro-fession and the improvement of dental health. Sponsor - Pat Stueck,306-2812 (S219). Meets: TBA.

Drama Club - auxiliary to theatre program whose purpose is to foster stu-dent interest in theatre arts by attendance at off-campus theatre perfor-mances. Sponsor - William Godsey, 306-2701, e-mail: [email protected], (HH) Meets: TBA.

IAAP (International Association of Administrative Professionals) -IAAP’s mission is to be the acknowledged, recognized leader of admin-istrative professionals and to enhance their individual and collectivevalue, image, competence, and influence. Sponsor - Ms. Eloise Carroll,306-4732. Meets: 11:00 a.m. the first Saturday of each month atHuntsville/Research Park campus, Room 19.

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MENC (Music Club) - acquaints students with the privileges, responsi-bilities, and leaders of the music profession. Sponsor - Jim Crawley, 306-2691. Meeting dates and times: TBA.

Native American Club - This club is for students who are of NativeAmerican descent or for students who are interested in learning aboutthe varied cultures that make up the Native American Community ofNorth America. It is dedicated to preserving native American Heritage andeducating the public at large about Native Americans and their rich cul-tural heritage. Sponsor: Dr. Carmen Blalock (306-2755), Harris Hall.Meeting dates and times TBA.

Nursing Students Association - promotes citizenship, leadership and fel-lowship; encourages responsibility for maintenance of high ideals for thenursing profession; encourages future participation in professional nurs-ing organizations. Sponsors - Ann Bianchi, 306-2809 and Misty White,306-2796. Meeting dates and times: TBA.

Phi Theta Kappa - Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society. Stu-dents who meet the requirements are inducted by invitation. Newslettersannounce club meetings, i.e., date, place, and time. Phi Theta Kappahas many campus and community service projects throughout the year.We make involvement in community service very accessible to ourmembers by conducting projects in each of the surrounding counties.Members are encouraged to be active in our organization so they may fel-lowship with peers and other chapter members and enjoy a well-round-ed college experience. Sponsors - April Wallace (306-2715) Decaturcampus, Beth Thames (890-4730) Huntsville campus; Meeting datesand times TBA. Decatur campus meeting site, Chasteen Student Center;Huntsville/Cummings Research Park meeting site, Room 101 D.

Photography Club - The Calhoun Community College Photo Club meetsmonthly, and features fun-filled activities for students with an interest inanalog and digital photography. The club hosts special exhibits, seminarsand gallery visits. Sponsor - John Davis, e-mail: [email protected].

Practical Nursing Club - Encourages responsibility, professionalismand goal achievement through promoting peer and community involve-ment in various projects. Also encourages mutual respect among stu-dents and faculty and welcome ideas to promote positive and realisticchange for our program and profession through adequate research andrepresentation.

Psychology Club – The Psychology Club is an academic and socialorganization open to all students who have an interest in psychologyas a major or minor, as well as any other student who wants to beinvolved in a dynamic, service-oriented, student-driven campus group.The group meets once a month and has one major activity during the falland spring semesters. Sponsor- Kenneth Anderson (306-2756), HarrisHall, Room 253.

S.P.A.C.E. (Students Promoting Action/Community Education) - offersstudents the chance to volunteer a few hours to benefit the community.Volunteers participate in various ways. Examples are mentoring androle modeling, tutorial services through the Decatur Parent InvolvementCenters, and assembling booklets for the County Extension Office called“Sanity Savers.” The booklet is filled with phone numbers for crimeprevention, shelters, and child services for victims of domestic vio-lence. Sponsor - Pamela Miller (306-2691 or leave message with Fine Artssecretary at 306-2699). Meets monthly in Fine Arts rm. 155.

Student Artists (Club) - The purpose of the Student Artists is to providea creative environment for all Calhoun students who wish to pursue,develop and utilize their artistic abilities. Sponsor - Kristine Beadle (306-2703). Meetings will be held on the 1st Wednesday of each month at11:30 a.m. in the Fine Arts Building, Decatur campus.

Vocational and Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) - The VICA club isthe organization for students enrolled in a trade, industrial, technical, orhealth occupation program. As a member of VICA, you will developsocial and leadership abilities to better yourself, your school, and com-munity. VICA offers competitive activities in April to the top three win-ners in each contest, which is organized in Montgomery through ourpartnership with industry. Meets: Third Monday each month at 11:45a.m., Noble Russell Building. Sponsor - Sandra McCully, 306-2658.

Forming New Club- anyone interested in forming a new club shouldsee the Student Activities Facilitator, Kelly Hovater, 306-2640, in theChasteen Student Center.

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TRAFFIC AND PARKINGREGULATIONSEvery effort is being made to help students have a place to park whileattending classes. Complete cooperation among drivers is requested.All students who drive motor vehicles on any of Calhoun CommunityCollege’s sites are responsible for knowing and abiding by park-ing/traffic regulations.

PARKING/TRAFFIC REGULATIONS

Students who are enrolled at Calhoun Community College are requiredto secure parking permits for their vehicles regardless of class location.

Parking/Traffic Permits

1. Permits can be acquired from Campus Police on the Decatur cam-pus at no charge. Permits also can be acquired from the Book-store personnel at Huntsville/Research Park.

2. Permits must be hung on rearview mirror of automobiles/trucksor affixed where visible on motorcycles.

3. Calhoun Community College personnel are responsible for know-ing the appropriate parking color code and parking accordingly.The parking color code is as follows.

White Zones – Administrative personnel parkingBlue Zones – Faculty parkingRed Zones, Decatur Campus – Student parkingRed Zones, Cummings Research Park Site – Fire Lanes, No parking

Student parking for the Cummings Research Park site is in theopen lots to the west and south of the building, except againstthe curbs, which are reserved for emergency vehicles.

Green Zones – Support staff parkingYellow Curb – No parkingCurbs not painted, Decatur Campus, General parking.Curbs not painted, Cummings Research Park Site – No parking.

Parking at the Redstone Arsenal site is in accordance withposted signs.

4. If a student drives more than one vehicle on campus regularly, thestudent must have a permit for each vehicle.

5. In the event of car trouble or other extenuating circumstances,temporary permits may be obtained from Campus Police orHuntsville/Research Park Bookstore. Temporary permits must beobtained immediately upon arrival and displayed in vehicle.

6. Permits expire August 31 of each year.

FINES

1. The following schedule of fee penalties will be applied to parking andtraffic violations.

a. Failure to properly display parking decal in vehicle ....$10.00b. Speeding on campus ...................................................10.00c. Running stop sign........................................................10.00d. Unauthorized parking in zones for disabled

Decatur Campus ..........................................................25.00Cummings Research Park Site.....................................50.00

e. Fire lane violations, Cummings Research Park site ......50.00f. Improper parking (example: taking up two spaces) .....10.00g. Other violations (example: obscured decal, entering

or exiting in the wrong direction) .................................10.00

2. All fines must be paid within 7 days of ticketing. Fines that are notpaid within the 7 days automatically double.

3. A student may not register for classes nor have transcripts releaseduntil all fines are paid.

4. Any student wishing to appeal a parking/traffic fine may do so byappearing before the S.G.A. Parking/Traffic Appeals Committee.This is a three-member committee made up of students appointedby the Student Government Association. It is charged with theresponsibility of hearing and ruling on each case in which a studentappeals having received a parking ticket. The committee meets ona scheduled basis in the Chasteen Student Center, Decatur campus.Parking appeals at the Huntsville/Cummings Research Park locationshould be made to the Dean for Cummings Research Park at thatsite.

ACCIDENTS

Students must report all campus motor vehicle accidents to a campuspolice officer.

NEED HELP?—CALL SECURITY

1. Extension 2574 on campus, (or)

2. Ask the Calhoun switchboard operator to contact Campus Police foryou, (or)

3. Contact the Huntsville/Research Park Office personnel (256-890-4701).

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