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Course Codes and Descriptions

 
 

Dental Assisting
  

  • DAA 112 - Science for the Dental Assistant

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: Admission to the program – This is an introductory course designed to provide the Dental Assistant with the basic knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and structural organization of the human body. DA 112
  

  • DAA 114 - Nutrition and Oral Disease Prevention

    (2/2)
    Corequisites: DAA 112  – A comprehensive overview of nutrition as an integral component of oral, as well as, systemic health. Students will learn to apply sound principles for patient education and for evaluation of nutritional information. DA 105
  

  • DAA 116 - Assisting in General Dentistry

    (6/10)
    Prerequisites: Admission to the program – Theory and application of the principles of four-handed chair side dental assisting in general dentistry. DA 116
  

  • DAA 118 - Dental Biomaterials

    (2/3)
    Corequisites: DXX 104  and DAA 116  – In-depth study of the physical properties, manipulation, and utilization of dental materials, including the use of dental office laboratory equipment. DA 118
  

  • DAA 120 - Dental, and Oral Anatomy, Histology and Embryology

    (2/2)
    Corequisites: DAA 112  – This course will provide an in-depth study of oral anatomy and also familiarize the student with the histology and embryology of the oral structures. DA 120
  

  • DAA 121 - Oral Pathology for Dental Assisting

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: DAA 120  and DAA 112  – Designed to familiarize the student with the following areas of oral pathology: inflammation and repair, immunity, neoplasia, and oral manifestation of systemic disease. DA 160
  

  • DAA 122 - Applied Principles of Dental Assisting I

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: DAA 126  – This course is designed to provide students with chair side assisting skills in a dental setting. A weekly seminar allows students the opportunity to share dental office practices and to connect laboratory and clinical experience with each other. DA 130
  

  • DAA 125 - Advanced Expanded Functions Practicum

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: DAA 116  , DAA 118  and DXX 104 ; Corequisites: DAA 126 , DXX 117 , DXX 127 , DAA 127  –  This course is designed to prepare students to take the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Examination in the state of Michigan. Students will practice placing sealants, intracoronal, extracoronal and amalgam restorations and construct a mouth guard. DA 128
  

  • DAA 126 - Principles of Dental Assisting II

    (5/8)
    Prerequisites: DAA 116 , DAA 118 , DXX 104  – A continuation of Principles of Dental Assisting I, including oral health management programs and RDA Expanded Functions. DA 128
  

  • DAA 127 - Assisting in Dental Specialties

    (4/6)
    Prerequisites: DXX 104 , DAA 116 , DAA 118 ; Corequisites: Co-requisities: DAA 125 , DAA 126 , DAA 129 , DXX 117 , DXX 127  –  An overview of the techniques and procedures of the dental specialties including Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Oral and maxillofacial surgery, Endodontics, Periodontics, and Prosthodontics. Instructional emphasis is placed on procedures which can be performed by the Registered Dental Assistant. DA 126
  

  • DAA 129 - Business Management of the Dental Practice

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DXX 104 , DXX 115 , DAA 112 , DAA 114 , DAA 120  – This course is designed to introduce basic practice management procedures for the dental office. Appointment management, communication and telephone techniques, inventory and supply control, recall, insurance programs, and computerized software, will be presented. DA 139
  

  • DAA 138 - Applied Principles of Dental Assisting II

    (9/9)
    Prerequisites: DAA 122 , DAA 125 , DAA 126 , DAA 127 , DAA 129  –DXX 104  This course is a continuation of Applied Principles of Dental Assisting II. Students receive assignments to general and/or specialty dental offices for continued practice in chair side assisting skills. DA 208 & 209

Dental Auxiliary
  

  • DXX 104 - Infection Control in Dentistry

    (2/3)
    Prerequisites: Admission to the dental hygiene or dental assisting program at GRCC; Corequisites: DAA 112  for DA and BI 127  for DH students – An introduction to concepts of infection control in dentistry and the infection control protocol for the Dental Auxiliary Programs. Topics include: personal protection equipment, aseptic techniques, sterilization and disinfection methods and equipment, and management of hazardous waste. Some sections of DXX 104 require students to attend an additional hour of structured learning assistance. Those sections are noted in the schedule of classes. DX 104
  

  • DXX 115 - Introduction to Dentistry

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: Formal acceptance into the dental assisting or dental hygiene program – An introduction to dentistry and the roles of the dentist, dental hygienist and dental assist. Students will learn strategies for problem solving, ethical decision making, teamwork. State license requirements and medical emergencies in the dental office will be covered. DX 115
  

  • DXX 117 - Dental Radiography I

    (2/3)
    Prerequisites: The two prerequisite courses for dental hygiene students include DHY 114  and DXX 104 . The two prerequisite courses for dental assisting students include DAA 116  and DXX 104 ; Corequisites: DAA 116  or DHY 119  – This course will introduce the basic principles of dental radiography. Topics covered include the physics of ionizing radiation, including hazards of radiation, safety precautions, and equipment management. Laboratory experience consists of x-ray film placement, and exposure of radiographs on a x-ray manikin. Students will learn to differentiate between normal and diseased anatomical structures as they appear on radiographs. Students will identify errors caused by incorrect technique(s) and/or process error(s) and determine how to correct the errors. DX 126
  

  • DXX 127 - Dental Radiography II

    (2/3)
    Prerequisites: The three prerequisite courses for dental hygiene students are DXX 117 , DXX 104 , and DHY 114 . The three prerequisite courses for dental assisting students are DXX 117 , DXX 104 , and DAA 120 ; Corequisites: DAA 128 or DAA 129  – This course will apply radiographic principles and skills developed in DXX 117  on dental clinic patients. Emphasis is placed on building fundamental patient management and film placement techniques while exposing radiographs on patients. Students will learn to identify anatomical landmarks and dental disease on patient radiographs. DX 126

Dental Hygiene
  

  • DHY 111 - Nutrition and Oral Disease Prevention 1

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: Formal acceptance into the dental hygiene program – Introduction to the science of nutrition and its oral and systemic relevance to dental hygiene patient care. Students will also learn the composition and formation of soft and hard deposits and their relation to nutritional aspects of caries, gingivitis, and periodontal disease. DH 120
  

  • DHY 114 - Oral Anatomy, Embryology and Histology

    (2/2)
    Corequisites: DHY 119  – This course is an overview of the structures found in the oral cavity which then moves into a study of the embryological development of the head, neck and oral structures including histological features. Also included is the development of the teeth and their supporting structures. DH 113
  

  • DHY 119 - Pre-Clinical 1

    (6/10)
    Corequisites: DHY 114 , DXX 104 , DXX 115  – The first of two dental hygiene preclinical courses, with emphasis placed on the knowledge and skills needed prior to patient treatment, examination and subsequent charting of the head, neck, and oral cavity, and the development of basic dental hygiene skills. Offered Fall semester. Department Consent Required. DH 119
  

  • DHY 122 - Nutrition and Oral Disease Prevention II

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DXX 104 , DXX 115 , DXX 117 , DXX 118, DHY 111 , DHY 114 , DHY 119 ; Corequisites: DHY 129  – This continuation course will be spent studying methods for preventing oral disease through patient education and behavior modification techniques. Reading assignments, class discussion, role playing, oral physiotherapy aid presentation and a patient education project, will prepare students to apply preventive dentistry concepts in clinical dental hygiene courses and community dental health. DH 117
  

  • DHY 123 - General and Oral Pathology for Dental Hygiene

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: BI 121 , BI 122 , DHY 114 , DHY 119 ; Corequisites: DXX 117  – General and oral pathology from the dental hygienist’s perspective. Topics include inflammation and repair, immunity, neoplasia, and oral manifestations of systemic diseases. Special emphasis is placed on recognizing the presence of abnormalities. DH 192
  

  • DHY 124 - Dental Morphology and Function

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DHY 114 ; Corequisites: DHY 129  – An in-depth study of the normal anatomy and morphology of the permanent and deciduous teeth. This will include, but not be limited to, tooth eruption, shedding, various types of occlusion, and malocclusion.
  

  • DHY 125 - Dental Specialties

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DHY 111 , DHY 114 , DHY 117, DHY 119 , DXX 104 , DXX 115 ; Corequisites: DHY 122 , DHY 124 , DHY 129 , DHY 123  – This course introduces the dental hygiene student to the specialties of dentistry to allow the student to better serve clients with advanced treatment needs. DH 205
  

  • DHY 126 - Periodontology I

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: BI 121 , BI 122  and BI 127 , DHY 123 ; Corequisites: DHY 124  and DHY 129  –  Fundamental principles of periodontology; etiology, histopathology, inflammatory process, gingival and periodontal diseases, assessment, and introduction to diagnosis. DH 234
  

  • DHY 129 - Pre-Clinical 2

    (6/10)
    Prerequisites: DHY 114 , DHY 119 , DXX 104 , DXX 115 ; Corequisites: DHY 122 , DHY 124 , DXX 127  –  This course is the second of two dental hygiene preclinical courses with an emphasis on the development of more advanced dental hygiene clinical skills, leading to contemporary skills used to treat patients. All Laboratory hours change to clinical hours after midterm. DH 129
  

  • DHY 132 - Applied Dental Biomaterials

    (2/3)
    Prerequisites: DHY 129 , Corequisites: DHY 139  – Students are introduced to various dental materials including properties, manipulation, utilization and applications in dental hygiene procedures. DH 182
  

  • DHY 134 - Head and Neck Anatomy

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DHY 114  and DHY 129 ; Corequisites: DHY 139  – This course is a study of the normal anatomy of the head and neck including the bones, muscles, blood supply, and nervous system. An introduction to the anatomical features related to dental local anesthesia is also provided. DH 113
  

  • DHY 136 - Periodontology II

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DHY 126 ; Corequisites: DHY 134 , DHY 138 , and DHY 139  – This course is a continuation of DHY 126 , advanced principles of peridontology. Content includes advanced diagnosis and assessment techniques, preventive and treatment planning, implementation of treatment, patient education, principles of periodontal surgery, and prognosis. DH 235
  

  • DHY 138 - Dental Hygiene Patient Care and Management I

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DHY 122 , DHY 123 , DHY 124 , DHY 125 , DHY 126 , and DHY 129 ; Corequisites: DHY 132 , DHY 134 , DHY 136 , and DHY 139  – An introduction to the principles of care and management for dental hygiene clients in a clinical setting, including communicating with clients and peers as a dental hygiene professional. Offered Summer semester. Department consent required. DH 217
  

  • DHY 139 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I

    (3/6)
    Prerequisites: DXX 127 , DHY 122 , DHY 123 , DHY 124 , DHY 125 , DHY 126 , and DHY 129 ; Corequisites: DHY 138  – Introductory course to the clinical treatment of dental hygiene clients. Emphasis is on building fundamental dental hygiene skills. DH 209
  

  • DHY 240 - Pain Management I

    (2/3)
    Prerequisites: DHY 132 , DHY 134 , DHY 136 , DHY 138 , DHY 139 ; Corequisites: DHY 246 , DHY 249  – This course will prepare the dental hygiene student to administer local anesthesia as a one method for pain management. Course content includes anatomy and physiology of the head and neck, pharmacology of local anesthesia’s, patient assessment, selection and administration of anesthetic agents, emergency management, and legal and ethical considerations. DH 202
  

  • DHY 241 - Dental Hygiene Patient Care and Management 2

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DHY 138 ; Corequisites: DHY 249  – This course is a continuation of DHY 138 . Practice in treatment planning for dental hygiene clients and an introduction to the principles of dental hygiene care for special population groups are provided. DH 227
  

  • DHY 242 - Advanced Instrumentation and Treatment Modalities

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: DHY 132 , DHY 134 , DHY 136 , DHY 139 , DHY 138 ; Corequisites: DHY 249  – Students will practice treatment planning for periodontally involved patients and complete a case study on a clinic patient. Principles of advanced instrumentation and treatment modalities, ergonomics and self-assessment continue to prepare students to provide total patient care. DH 227
  

  • DHY 244 - Community Dental Health

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: DHY 138 ; Corequisites: DHY 241  – An introductory course in community dental health, including the use of statistical data to assess and plan dental health programs. DH 214
  

  • DHY 246 - Dental Pharmacology

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: DHY 139 ; Corequisites: DHY 249  – A study of pharmacology with a special emphasis on the drugs used in dentistry and the effects of drugs on dental treatment. DH 266
  

  • DHY 249 - Clinical Dental Hygiene 2

    (6/12)
    Prerequisites: DHY 132 , DHY 134 , DHY 136 , DHY 138 , DHY 130; Corequisites:  DHY 240 , DHY 241 , DHY 244 , DHY 246  – The clinical care and treatment of dental hygiene patients. Basic dental hygiene skills are expanded and improved upon through practice in the College‘s dental clinic. (Third of four clinical courses.) DH 219
  

  • DHY 250 - Pain Management II

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites:  ,  ,  ,  ,  , and   – This course will provide the dental hygiene student instruction and lab application necessary to administer nitrous oxide oxygen inhalation sedation. Topics covered include pain and anxiety management, anatomy and physiology of respiration and airway management, patient assessment, clinical procedures for administration, nitrous oxide and its interaction with the body, emergency procedures, and potential hazards of occupational exposure. Alternative pain management therapies will also be explored. DH 251
  

  • DHY 251 - Dental Hygiene Patient Care and Management

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: DHY 241 ; Corequisites: DHY 259  – This course is a continuation of the principles of DHY 241 , dental hygiene care for special population groups. DH 237
  

  • DHY 254 - Community Dental Health II

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: DHY 244 ; Corequisites: DHY 251  and DHY 259  – This course is a continuation and application of principles acquired in Community Dental Health I (DHY 244 ). Students will plan, implement and evaluate community dental health programs. DH 224
  

  • DHY 255 - Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: DHY 241 , DHY 242 , DHY 249 ; Corequisites: DHY 251 , DHY 254 , DHY 256 , DHY 257 , DHY 259  – In this course, the dental hygiene student will learn the importance of ethical standards and the effects of jurisprudence relative to the practice of dental hygiene. DH 275
  

  • DHY 256 - Dental Hygiene Professional Management

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: DHY 240 , DHY 241 , DHY 242 , DHY 244 , DHY 246 , DHY 249 ; Corequisites: DHY 251 , DHY 254  DHY 255 , DHY 259  – This course focuses on the criteria for assessing the work environment, dental practice management, and employment seeking skills. The student will also acquire skills for assuming professional membership and leadership roles. DH 276
  

  • DHY 257 - Advanced Treatment Modalities and Evaluation in Dental Hygiene

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: DHY 240 , DHY 241 , DHY 242 , DHY 244 , DHY 246 , DHY 249 ; Corequisites: DHY 259  – This course is a continuation of the principles of implementation, evaluation and maintenance of health in dental hygiene patients. Students will also continue to follow their periodontal case study patient through the re-care phase of treatment and practice test-taking and case study skills to prepare for their state and national board examinations. DH 237
  

  • DHY 259 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III

    (6/12)
    Prerequisites: DHY 240 , DHY 241 , DHY 242 , DHY 244 , DHY 246 , DHY 259; Corequisites: DHY 257  – This course is a continuation of DHY 249 , the clinical care and treatment of dental hygiene clients with an emphasis on treating more complex and difficult cases. Dental hygiene skills are improved through practice in the Grand Rapids Community College Dental clinic. Visits are also made to off-campus clinical sites to gain experience in delivering dental hygiene care for special population groups. DH 229

Drafting
  

  • DR 140 - Introduction to Inventor

    (3/4)
    Students learn to use a parametric computer aided design software to generate: 3D models, assemblies, and 2D layout drawings.
  

  • DR 150 - Introduction to SolidWorks

    (3/4)
    Students learn to use a parametric computer aided design system to generate: 3D parts, assemblies, and detail drawings. SolidWorks software is used. Four hours lecture/lab. Offered Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters.
  

  • DR 180 - Introduction to Mechanical Concepts

    (3/4)
    This course is designed to introduce the student to mechanical concepts. The course includes fasteners, springs, piping, manufacturing and machining principles, drive mechanisms and welding. This course will include disassembly and reassembly of power transfer mechanisms and manufacturing tools. Four hours lecture/lab.
  

  • DR 190 - Intermediate Solidworks

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: DR 150  or equivalent – This course is a second level SolidWorks course, building on the material covered in DR 150 . The content areas include intermediate level parts, intermediate level assemblies, and various production drawings. Also included are the topics of sheet metal, weldments, simulation and surfacing. This course will assist the student in preparing for the Certified SolidWorks Associate Level exam.
  

  • DR 212 - Tool Design

    (3/4)
    Designing of jigs, fixtures, and gages. Specification of standard parts, raw materials, fabricated details, and critical dimensions are included in this course. EG 110  or equivalent is recommended before taking this course.
  

  • DR 224 - Die Design

    (3/4)
    Designing of basic sheet metal stamping dies. Specification of standard parts, materials, stock lists, dimensions, blanking pressures, and clearances. Stamping presses and processes are also explained. EG 110  or equivalent blueprint skills are recommended for this course.
  

  • DR 225 - Advanced Die Design

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: DR 224  – A drafting course concentrating on the design of sheet metal dies in which the student designs compound, progressive, and complex trim dies using cam action, stock lifters, and spring pads. Four hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • DR 229 - Detail Drafting

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: EG 110  – An advanced drafting course that involves industrial drafting practices relative to standards, design layout, dimensioning, tolerancing, detailing and checking. Working drawings and engineering change order procedures are included in the course drawings.
  

  • DR 240 - Advanced SolidWorks

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: DR 190  or equivalent experience Advanced SolidWorks covers many of the add-on capabilities contained in this comprehensive CAD program – DR 240 will cover the following SolidWorks components: mechanical mates, animation and motion, Photo-View 360, tables and BOM, 3D scanning, and CAM programming. Dimension expert, tolerance analyst, and interference detection will also be included. A major design project will be used to integrate all of these features.
  

  • DR 241 - Mold Design Theory

    (3/4)
    The study of injection mold design to include: Principles of the injection molding machine, heat measurement, heat transfer within the mold, mold calculations, mold types, runner and gate design, venting, mold components, and materials used in molds. Students will design several kinds of injection molds. Four hours lecture/laboratory combination.
  

  • DR 258 - Introduction to Pro-Engineering

    (3/4)
    Students learn to use a Parametric and Bi-direction Computer Aided Design system to generate 3-D models, shaded pictures, assemblies, and detail drawings.
  

  • DR 259 - Advanced Part Design and Sheet Metal Design

    (3/4 )
    Prerequisites: DR 258  – Students learn to use a Parametric and Bi-directional Computer Aided Design system to generate: Non-parallel Blends (Rotational Blends, General Blends, Swept Blends, General) and Advanced Sweeps (Variable Sections Sweeps, Helical Sweeps) and Family Tables. In the area of Sheet Metal Design the student will learn to create Base walls, Bend and Unbend features. Punch and Notch features, Sheetmetal Cuts, Bend Tables and Flat Pattern features.
  

  • DR 260 - Introduction to Catia

    (3/4)
    Students learn to use a Parametric and Bi direction Computer Aided Design system to generate: 3D models, shaded pictures, assemblies, and detail drawings. Catia software is used. Four hours lecture/lab.
  

  • DR 265 - Introduction to Designing with Surfaces

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: Student will be required to operate a computer. Student must be able to find, transfer, and save files in a windows style environment. Students must understand the use of a mouse, and use a keyboard. Student must also have an understanding of drafting practices as well as having completed DR 258  with a passing with a passing grade of C or the instructor’s permission – Students learn to use a Computer Aided Design System to generate 3D models for wireframe and surface models. These models are used to inspect surface quality and develop CNC (Computer Numeric Control) data for Manufacturing. Four hours lecture/lab.
  

  • DR 279 - Team Design Project

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: DR 258 , DR 229 , DR 180  and EG 201  Student will be required to operate a computer. Student must be able to find, transfer, ad save files in a windows style environment; understand the use of a mouse, and use a keyboard. Student must also have an understanding of design and drafting practices as well as having completed three semesters in our program – A project-oriented laboratory course in which the students use a team approach to solve technical problems similar to those encountered by designers in industry. Using computer aided solid-modeling software, the teams will create the necessary 3-D models, proto-types, use analysis software tools and Technical documentation. Each team will be required to make oral and written presentations to their class mates. Four hours lecture/lab. Offered Winter 2006.

Economics
  

  • EC 251 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    (3/3)
    Macroeconomics is the study of the performance of national economies and the policies that governments use to try to improve their performance. The basic tools of economic reasoning are introduced. Macroeconomic data are examined along with the national goals of full-employment, price stability and economic growth. The causes of macrofailure are considered and used to analyze the uses of fiscal and monetary policy.
  

  • EC 252 - Principles of Microeconomics

    (3/3)
    Microeconomics is the study of how individuals and firms make choices and how these choices interact. The course begins by introducing the assumptions and core principles of economics. This will prepare students to build basic models of consumer and producer behavior. We will analyze this behavior in a perfectly competitive market structure. The model will then be extended to incorporate a variety of instances of market failure including imperfectly competitive markets, externalities, and public goods. Students will use the skills learned to analyze current social issues from an economic perspective.
  

  • EC 290 - Introduction to the Modern Irish Economy

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: Department Consent. Introduction to the Modern Irish Economy is intended to give students an overview of Irish economics from the 20th century to the present. Emphasis will be placed on Ireland as a part of the British colonial system, the development of the modern Irish economic system, the “Celtic Tiger” phenomenon, and the subsequent cool-down to the economy. Students will also be introduced to Ireland’s role in the European economic community and in the process of globalization. This is a hybrid course with an online component and the required travel component. This course is intended for students enrolled in the Irish Studies study abroad experience only.

Education
  

  • ED 200 - Introduction to Education

    (3/3)
    ED 200 has been designed to help prospective teachers make informed decisions about careers in education. Classroom observations, interviews, personal assessments, and readings are important components of this course. Course content focuses upon the foundations of education, the practical realities of day-to-day teaching, and the sociological peripheries that hover just outside the classroom door. Topics include but are not limited to: the history and philosophy of education, learning theories, the instructional cycle, state requirements for teacher certification, as well as current issues and trends. At all junctures in the course, students will be challenged to extend classroom discussion through additional readings, collaborative projects, and written reflections.

Electrical
  

  • EL 101 - Basic Electrical Skills

    (2/3)
    Students acquire the basic knowledge used by an electrician including basic electricity, math, National Electrical Code, use of hand tools, electrical materials, wiring techniques, estimating, and safety. Three hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 101A - Basic Electrical Skills Module A

    (1/1.50)
    An introduction to the basic knowledge required by a field electrician including safety rules, applicable electrical codes, common hand tools, trade math, and electrical theory.
  

  • EL 101B - Basic Electrical Skills Module B

    (1/1.50)
    Prerequisites: EL 101A  – An introduction to the common materials used by electricians for the installation of electrical systems as well as the various types of electrical installations, blueprint reading, and estimation.
  

  • EL 106 - Technical Electricity

    (4/8)
    Basic course in electricity for electronics majors; fundamentals of direct and alternating current circuits; use of Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s law and network theorems; theory and operation of resistors, inductors and capacitors in series and parallel circuits and use of testing equipment. Eight hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 107 - Technical Electronics

    (4/8)
    Introduction to the technical concepts of electronic components, circuits and theory; principles of current and voltage control devices; basic circuits for power supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, and use of basic test instruments. Completion of EL 106  is recommended before taking this course. Eight hour lecture/ lab combination.
  

  • EL 108 - Electronics Servicing

    (2/4)
    An introduction to the servicing of modern electronic equipment; functions of basic components and circuits; use of schematic diagrams; use of basic test equipment and procedures followed in troubleshooting audio and radio equipment. Completion of EL 202  is recommended before taking this course. Four hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 132 - Electronics Mathematics

    (5/5)
    A study of mathematics and its applications to electronics; includes scientific notation, algebraic expressions, fractions, equations, exponents, logarithms, determinants, trigonometric functions and number systems.
  

  • EL 144 - Basic Electricity and Electronics

    (3/6)
    This course provides an introduction to electricity and electronics. Includes electric and electronic components, circuits, and devices. Basic applications show the use of these components and devices. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 144A - Basic Electricity and Electronics Module A

    (1/2)
    Basic introduction in electricity, its terms and function of direct current circuits and power sources.
  

  • EL 144B - Basic Electricity and Electronics Module B

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: EL 144A  – A continuation of Basic Electricity and Electronics Module A. Includes magnetism and magnetic devices, as well as AC circuit considerations.
  

  • EL 144C - Basic Electricity and Electronics Module C

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: EL 144B  – A continuation of Basic Electricity Electronics. This course covers basic semiconductor theory and their application in fundamental mini systems.
  

  • EL 160 - Electronic Fabrication

    (2/3)
    Students acquire the basic knowledge and skills used in the fabrication of electronics products. These include making the drawings necessary for the design, layout and fabrication of electronic products. These include fabricating the sheet metal enclosure, the printed circuit board, the final assembly and testing procedures. Three hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 161 - Introduction to Digital Logic

    (2/4)
    A study of the binary number system, codes, Boolean algebra, minimization techniques, logic gates, code converters, flip-flops, counters, shift registers and binary arithmetic techniques. Four hour lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 162 - Control Systems

    (2/3)
    An introduction to industrial control systems, including principles of control, diagrams, input sensors, output devices, and programmable controller theory. Emphasis will be given to basic theory, programming skills, and application of programmable logic controllers. Three hours lecture/ lab combination.
  

  • EL 163 - Electrical Troubleshooting

    (2/2)
    Students learn the basic technique of troubleshooting electric circuits, including measurement techniques, analysis of faults and repair procedures. Two hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 164 - Programmable Logic Controllers

    (2/3)
    Students learn the basic concepts of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Understanding of hardware components, programming techniques, installation, and maintenance of complete systems. Hands-on programming of PLCs is emphasized. Three hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 166 - Advanced PLC Systems

    (2/3)
    A continuation of EL 164 . Students learn advanced concepts of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Memory organization, block moves, documentation, math instructions, analog I/O, program development, and communication. Hands-on PLC projects are emphasized. Completion of EL 164  is recommended before taking this course. Three hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 201 - Industrial Electricity

    (3/6)
    Application of electricity to industry; principles of DC and AC generators, threephase circuits, motors, starters, controllers, transformers, and electromagnetic devices. Completion of EL 106  or equivalent is recommended before taking this course. Six hours lecture/laboratory combination.
  

  • EL 201A - Industrial Electricity Module A

    (1/2)
    Course covers electromagnetic induction, dynamo construction, DC generators and motors, and efficiency and control of DC dynamos.
  

  • EL 201B - Industrial Electricity Module B

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: EL 201A  – Course covers AC dynamos, poly-phase alternators, and single and poly-phase transformers.
  

  • EL 201C - Industrial Electricity Module C

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: EL 201B  – Course covers single and 3 phase AC motor operation and control as well as special devices.
  

  • EL 202 - Communication Electronics

    (3/6)
    Theory and operation of voltage and current control devices in the transmission and reception of radio frequency signals, oscillators, radio frequency amplifiers, modulators, antennas, and televison circuits. Introduction to microwaves, radar, fiber optics and navigational systems. Completion of EL 107  is recommended before taking this course. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 203 - Applied Measurements

    (3/6)
    A study of instruments and their application in the measurement of electrical and physical properties. Includes ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, bridge circuits, and the oscilloscope. Measurement of current, voltage, resistance, impedance, power, frequencies, capacity, inductance, strain, light, heat and sound. Completion of EL 107  is recommended before taking this course. Six hours lecture/laboratory combination.
  

  • EL 204 - Industrial Electronics

    (3/6)
    Electronics as applied to industry, to include rectifiers, thyratons, SCR`s , control circuits, photocells, electronic heaters, welding, magnetic amplifiers, ultrasonics and industrial computers. Completion of EL 107  is recommended before taking this course. Six hours lecture/laboratory combination.
  

  • EL 205 - Advanced Electronics

    (3/6)
    A study of semiconductors and their application to modern circuits; semiconductor physics, diodes, transistors, amplifiers, oscillators and design applications. Completion of EL 107  is recommended before taking this course.
  

  • EL 261 - Microcomputer Programming

    (2/4)
    An introduction to machine language programming of microcomputers to include microcomputer architecture, programming techniques and instruction sets. Students write and run programs on microcomputers.
  

  • EL 262 - Digital Logic Circuits

    (2/4)
    An introduction to logic circuits. Includes digital gates, flip-flops, counters, registers, multiplexers, and analog-to-digital converters. Completion of EL 161  is recommended before taking this course. Four hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 263 - Digital Computer Systems

    (2/4)
    Microcomputer architecture, software, and applications; includes description and operation of microprocessors, ROMS, RAMS, interface devices, and peripheral devices.
  

  • EL 264 - Linear Integrated Circuits

    (2/4)
    A survey of operational amplifiers, integrated circuit regulators, and integrated circuit timers. Operational amplifier characteristics are emphasized. Circuits included are detectors, amplifiers, signal generators, and active filters. Four hours lecture/lab combination.
  

  • EL 265 - Computer Servicing I

    (2/4)
    Beginning preparation for A+ exam. Students learn to connect microcomputers to peripheral devices. Topics include microprocessor architecture, operating systems, memory, fl oppy drives, hard disk drives, peripherals, parallel and serial input/output devices, microcomputer buses, modems, CD ROMs, printers and monitors. Students devote extensive lab time to configuring the microcomputer to several different kinds of input and output devices. CO 265  and EL 265 are the same course; therefore, credit cannot be granted for both courses. Four hours lecture/laboratory combination.
  

  • EL 266 - Computer Servicing II

    (2/4)
    This course is a continuation of CO 265  or EL 265. It prepares a student for the A+ exam. Students learn to troubleshoot and repair microcomputer systems, including microcomputer software, additional operating systems, basic operation of system components, networks, and printers, troubleshooting techniques and documentation of analysis and repair information. They learn basic operational theories and perform extensive laboratory work including analysis and repair of computers. CO 266  and EL 266 are the same course; therefore, credit cannot be granted for both courses. Four hours lecture/lab combination.

Energy Management and Construction
  

  • ER 110 - Basic Refrigeration

    (2/4)
    Students learn the basic theory of refrigeration system operation by classroom study as well as performing basic service operations on completed systems including refrigerant recovery, leak test, evacuate, also recharge. The student will also perform basic refrigeration-grade tubing connections including soft solder, phos-copper brazing alloy, silver solder, and flaring. There is a tool purchase requirement for this introductory HVACR course. Four hours lecture/lab
  

  • ER 111 - Refrigeration Applications

    (2/4)
    Students study in detail refrigeration system components and their operation. Emphasis is placed on all temperature ranges of equipment using different refrigerant types. Students will fabricate a complete refrigeration system from components as well as replace a compressor on a complete system. Completion of ER 110  is recommended before taking this course. Four hours lecture/lab. .
  

  • ER 121 - Metallic and Non-Metallic Joining

    (2/4)
    Students learn the basic joining and fabrication methods for sheet metal, fiberglass, copper, plastic, and steel; typically used in the HVACR industry for air duct and piping systems. These methods include spot welding, riveting, screws, S-cleat, drivecleat, Pittsburgh lock, button lock, gluing, soldering, brazing, and various fittings. The course will include a lab practice in fabrication and assembly of projects including various seam types. Four hour lecture/lab.
  

  • ER 128 - Heating and Cooling Controls

    (3/6)
    A study of basic controls used in conjunction with heating and cooling systems. The course will include gas and oil heating controls and conventional air conditioning controls and troubleshooting. Six hours Lecture/Lab.
  

  • ER 135 - Heating Theory

    (2/4)
    Students learn the theory of heating system operation and control of building indoor air quality. Principals of combustion of natural gas, LP gas, and fuel oil as well as thermal efficiency and combustion efficiency of heating appliances are studied. Troubleshooting and repair of heating equipment is applied to a variety of designs. Installation of fuel piping, vent systems, and combustion air requirements for various systems are discussed. Safety procedures are emphasized and applied as they relate to this trade. Recommended Skills: College level comprehension in reading and math skills. Four hours lecture/lab.
  

  • ER 136 - Air Conditioning Theory

    (2/4)
    Students learn the theory of air conditioning for split systems, packaged systems and heat pump systems. System installation, startup, controls, maintenance, troubleshooting & standard repair procedures are emphasized. Psychometric analysis of system operation & building controls is also studied. Safety procedures are discussed and applied as they relate to this trade. Four hours lecture/lab.
  

  • ER 140 - Introduction to Renewable Energy

    (2/2)
    Introduction to Renewable Energy teaches a base level of knowledge of current energy production technologies, fuels, and issues. The course will explore the primary renewable energy sources, including solar electric(solar photovoltaics and concentrated solar thermal), thermal (solar thermal storage), wind, hydro, tidal, biofuels, and geothermal. Different energy sectors (residential, transportation, etc.) will be examined for challenges and opportunities for renewables in each sector. The course will tour a local facility with at least one of the technologies.
 

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