May 01, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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English

  
  • EN 242 - Popular Literature

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The purpose of EN 242 is for students to think critically about what makes literature popular and what that popularity says about our culture. Readings may include science fiction, mystery, suspense, detective, horror, romance, fantasy, post-apocalyptic, magazines, comics, graphic novels, web sites, blogs, or the literature of advertising. Critical thinking skills are used to help determine differences between popular fiction and literary fiction as well as differences between adult and Young Adult literature.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 246 - Writing for Publication

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: An introduction to researching, writing, and publishing nonfiction magazine articles for a variety of print and online publishing markets. Successful completion of EN 101  and EN 102  is recommended for optimal success.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EN 247 - Creative Writing I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites:
    • IRW 98  or Higher (C or Higher) OR
    • EN 97 (C or Higher) OR
    • Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR
    • ACT English 18 or Higher OR
    • SAT Writing 25 or Higher


    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: EN 247 is a course in writing original fiction and poetry. Students study the elements of each genre and practice the basic tools of contemporary creative expression. The course examines the role of the writer in expressing cultural, historical, and social values, promoting awareness and empathy in readers.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 248 - Creative Writing II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites:
    • IRW 98  or Higher (C or Higher) OR
    • EN 97 (C or Higher) OR
    • Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR
    • ACT English 18 or Higher OR
    • SAT Writing 25 or Higher


    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: EN 248 is a course in writing original fiction, poetry, and the one-act play. Students study elements and forms specific to each genre, developing an understanding of the relationship of form to content and how writers make choices to enhance and support creative intent. The course examines the role of the writer in expressing cultural, historical, and social values, promoting awareness and empathy in readers.

     

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities

  
  • EN 249 - Technical Writing

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: BA 101  or English Composition Pre-requisite

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: EN 249 is intended for students who need to improve their professional writing abilities in the workplace. The course stresses writing clarity, accuracy, and comprehensiveness in the most common written forms of professional communications, including email, memos, letters, resumes, as well as team-produced  assignments such as case studies and reports.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EN 250 - Children’s Literature

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course, students evaluate a variety of children’s books for use across the curriculum, investigate children’s book choices, become familiar with a wide variety of multicultural literature from the 14th century to the present, write critical analyses on a variety of topics, make oral presentations to the class, and complete other projects as assigned. Students may also participate in field trips and listen to presentations from field specialists.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EN 251 - Multicultural American Literature for Children

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or HIgher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Students study children’s literature of African American, Native American, Latino, Asian, Jewish, and Middle Eastern cultures. Genres include traditional literature, poetry, historical fiction, nonfiction, and contemporary literature. Through their studies, students develop a heightened awareness of the needs of people living in a multicultural society. Students also learn how to recognize stereotypes found in multicultural literature and learn how to select authentic, worthwhile multicultural literature for children.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 252 - Shakespeare

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is an introduction to the study of the plays and poetry of William Shakespeare. The course explores the variety of dramatic modes in which Shakespeare worked, emphasizing both textual study and performance; some attention is also given to the Elizabethan and Jacobean context in which the author worked, and to his enduring influence on literature.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 257 - Visual Rhetoric and Document Design

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Document Design provides a foundation in visual rhetoric and graphic design as elements of effective written compositions. Students study how the look of a message and its content work together to reach readers who are living in our information-immersed world. Students learn to understand and manipulate layout, style, and typography as they explore information landscapes through a designer’s eye, analyze the rhetorical choices of others, and create their own print and web documents. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EN 261 - Great American Writers I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course examines writings by Native Americans (1500’s-1800’s), colonial settlers (1600’s-1700’s), revolutionary founders (1700’s), African Americans (1700’s-1800’s), and early American writers of fiction and poetry. These writings are examined in both literary and historical contexts.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 262 - Great American Writers II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a survey of American Literature from post Civil War to the present, with emphasis on American writers of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 270 - Multicultural Literature

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: An introduction to literature by African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans, Appalachian Americans and/or literature by African, Asian, Latin American and Middle Eastern writers; focusing also on feminist, lesbian/gay, and differently abled writers. Each semester specific cultures are covered. Course also focuses on cultural and critical issues raised by these works.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 271 - African American Literature I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a study of African-American literature from colonial America through the 20th century. Students review the historical backdrop against which the literary landscape was created and read a variety of genres (slave narratives, fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction). In order for students to understand the multiple influences on and within African-American literary expression of colonial American to the 1940s (20th century), works are analyzed within the context of the political, economic, and social perspectives of the United States.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 272 - African American Literature II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a study of African-American literature from the mid-twentieth century to the present. Students will review the historical backdrop against which the literary landscape was created and read a variety of genres (fiction, poetry, drama). In order for students to understand the multiple influences on and within African-American literary expression of the 20th century, works will be read and analyzed within the context of the political, economic, and social perspectives of the United States.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 275 - Theatre Workshop (Stratford/Shakespeare)

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Students will study and discuss the literary aspects and theatrical complexity of several Shakespeare and other classic plays (generally, two Shakespeare plays and one other Stratford offering), which they will view at the Stratford Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. Course content depends on the current Stratford selection.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • EN 278 - Introduction to Women’s Literature

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: IRW 98 or Higher (C or Higher) OR

    EN 97 (C or Higher) OR

    Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR

    ACT English 18 or Higher OR

    SAT Writing 25 or Higher

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None


    Description: EN 278 is an introduction to literature by women writers in which students may study various genres, historical time periods, classes, races, and nationalities. The course explores the variety of writing styles women have used to think about issues such as the search for identity, power, societal roles, relationships and conflict, marriage, sexuality, treatment as the other, responses to patriarchy, achievement, and daily life. The impact of gender on literature, expression, and experience is considered.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities

  
  • EN 279 - Research Writing

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course asks students to connect their current areas of study with research methods and writing for multiple purposes and audiences. Students will use readings, writings, and civic activities to develop a “toolbox” of research methods and composition strategies (rhetorical theory) in order to create effective written communication. They will learn how to combine research methods and composition strategies to compose research-based documents for specific and interdisciplinary purposes.

     

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • EN 281 - Survey of British Literature I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course surveys the major works of British literature from Anglo-Saxon times through the 18th century. These writings are examined in literary and historical contexts, with discussions centering around issues of language, the church, and socio-political changes in the developing nation.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EN 282 - Survey of British Literature II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: EN 101  (C or Higher)

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course surveys the works of major English Romantic poets, Victorian poets and prose writers, and represents modern trends and writers in British literature. These writings are examined in literary and historical contexts, with discussions around issues of language, the church, and socio-political changes in Great Britain.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EN 284 - LGBTQ Literature

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: IRW 98 or Higher (C or Higher) OR

    EN 97 (C or Higher) OR

    Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR

    ACT English 18 or Higher OR

    SAT Writing 25 or Higher

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None


    Description: EN 284 is an introduction to literature by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identified (LGBTQ) authors, and authors who present LGBTQ characters and themes in their work. The course explores the varieties of writing expression LGBTQ people have employed to think about issues including the search for identity, race, power and societal roles, the exploration of relationships and conflict, family and marriage, sexuality, marginalization and treatment as other, responses to homophobia in its variety of oppressive manifestations. Students read and discuss texts to consider the impact of sexuality and gender on literature and experience.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities


English as a Second Language

  
  • ES 101 - English as a Second Language: Listening and Speaking I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: LOEP Accuplacer listening score of 55-67

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class is designed for students who have a limited understanding of English but need to develop basic communication skills. Students focus on conversation skills used in everyday situations and practice listening, speaking, and pronunciation to make them more successful in these interactions.

    A LOEP Accuplacer listening score of 55-67 is required for placement into this class. 

     

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • ES 102 - English as a Second Language: Listening and Speaking II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 101  (C or Higher) or LOEP Accuplacer listening score of 68-74

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class helps students have more comfortable and comprehensible interactions in English. Students learn phrases and vocabulary used in specific situations. They practice their listening, speaking, and pronunciation and learn how to improve these skills for better communication.

    A LOEP Accuplacer listening score of 68-74 or successful completion of the pre-requisite course is necessary to enroll in this course.

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • ES 103 - English as a Second Language: Listening and Speaking III

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 102  (C or Higher) or LOEP Accuplacer listening score of 75-80

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class focuses on advanced conversation skills and basic academic English. Students practice conversation strategies and skills used in various situations with various levels of formality. They also learn note taking and oral presentation skills. In addition, pronunciation is a major focus of this class.

    A LOEP Accuplacer listening score of 75-80 or successful completion of the pre-requisite course is necessary to enroll in this course.

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • ES 104 - English as a Second Language: Listening and Speaking IV

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 103  (C or Higher) or LOEP Accuplacer Listening score of 81-90

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This is an advanced course designed to prepare English as a Second Language students to succeed in courses outside of the ESL program. Students work on academic skills such as lecture comprehension, note taking, and presenting. Pronunciation clarity is also a focus. 

    A LOEP Accuplacer listening score of 81-90 or successful completion of the pre-requesite course is necessary to enroll in this course.

     

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • ES 111 - English as a Second Language: Writing and Grammar I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: LOEP Accuplacer language use score of 56-72 and writeplacer score of 1-2.

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The focus of this class is on writing at a sentence level. Students focus on specific grammatical and mechanical points and use these points to create more comprehensible sentences. Sentences are also combined to make simple paragraphs.

     

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • ES 112 - English as a Second Language: Writing and Grammar II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 111  (C or Higher) or [LOEP Accuplacer writing score of 2-3 and language use score of 73-86]

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The focus of this class is on writing paragraphs. Topic sentences and supporting details are discussed and used to create various types of paragraphs. Specific grammatical points are taught and focused on in writing assignments.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • ES 113 - English as a Second Language: Writing and Grammar III

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 112  (C or Higher) or [LOEP Accuplacer writing score of 3-4 and language use score of 87-97]

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The focus of this class is on writing an essay. Students learn how to write an essay with an introduction, thesis, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Students also study various grammatical points and apply them to their writing.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • ES 114 - English as a Second Language: Writing and Grammar IV

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 113  (C or Higher) or [LOEP Accuplacer writing score of 4-5 and language use score of 98-106]

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this class students continue their work with essays. They review and practice the basic essay format and learn to write other modes of essays and academic writing. Students also study various advanced grammatical points and apply them to their writing. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • ES 121 - English as a Second Language: Reading and Vocabulary I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The focus of this class is on reading simplified English writing. Students learn how to find answers to comprehension questions, summarize readings, find the main idea of a passage, and broaden their vocabulary.

    A LOEP Accuplacer reading score of 56-77 is necessary in order to enroll in this course.

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • ES 122 - English as a Second Language: Reading and Vocabulary II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 121  (C- or Higher) or Placement Test

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The focus of this class is on improving reading skills. Students will use simplified texts to learn and practice various reading skills such as skimming, scanning, making inferences, and paraphrasing. They will also expand their vocabulary and learn various strategies to figure out new words.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • ES 123 - English as a Second Language: Reading and Vocabulary III

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 122  (C- or Higher) or Placement Test

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The focus of this class is on improving reading skills. Students will practice skills such as skimming, scanning, inferring, paraphrasing and summarizing using mainly authentic texts. They will study stems and affixes as a way to understand a wider range of vocabulary and practice other vocabulary comprehension strategies.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • ES 124 - English as a Second Language: Reading and Vocabulary IV

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ES 123  (C or Higher) or Placement Test

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The focus of this class is on improving reading skills and preparing students to succeed in classes outside of the ESL program. Students develop critical reading skills through the study of authentic texts. They work to master reading skills and vocabulary needed to understand English texts at the college level.

    A LOEP Accuplacer reading score of 94-105 or successful completion of ES 123  (C or Higher) is required for enrollment in this course.

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None


Exercise Science

  
  • EXS Elective - (min. of 3)


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description:

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 180 - Football Theory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class is designed to give students an in depth look into the sport of football. Students will not only learn the various concepts involved in implementing the various offenses, defenses, and special teams, but will also come to understand the different philosophies regarding coaching staff, selection, recruiting, and managing the overall program.

    Course Fee: $5.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 181 - Baseball Theory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The purpose of this class is to introduce current concepts and skills needed to play and coach the game of baseball. The class through lab & lecture, will address the fundamentals of baseball concepts. Individuals will develop their own philosophies on hitting, pitching, defense, and coaching strategies used in today’s game.

    Course Fee: $5.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 182 - Basketball Theory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course introduces students to the theory and principles of coaching basketball. Students will have the opportunity to learn how to organize, coach and plan daily practice sessions, as well as the history and philosophies of the game.

    Course Fee: $5.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 184 - Introduction to Exercise Science

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This is an introductory course for students considering or majoring in Exercise Science. Its purpose is to provide students with information about: Exercise Science as a field of study; sub-disciplines in Exercise Science; professional organizations and certifications; wellness and health related fitness; historical, sociological, and philosophical perspectives related to physical activity and sport; career options in Exercise Science; and a review of the basic knowledge, skills and abilities as they apply to these disciplines.  Student’s health related fitness is also assessed.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 185 - Sports Officiating

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course the rules and practical application of officiating are covered for the following sports: volleyball, football, basketball, baseball and softball. This class prepares students to pursue a license from the State Athletic Association upon completion.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 186 - Leisure, Recreation, and Society

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course focuses on leisure, recreation, play and their impact on individuals and society. The role of leisure time in our social culture as well as current issues and trends are discussed. Leisure and its use in achieving and maintaining good health and well-being of individuals, families, and society is also addressed. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 195 - Water Safety Instruction

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: WE 144  or WE 145  or Instructor Consent

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Instructional preparation for teaching of community water safety and life saving skills associated with aquatic activities. Upon completion of this course, the student will be certified by the American Red Cross as a Water Safety Instructor to teach swim lessons and a variety of other aquatic courses. Recommended Skills: Interested students should have a working knowledge of competitive swim strokes and must be able to swim.

    Course Fee: $30.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 198 - Introduction to Athletic Training

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The purpose of this class is to introduce the basic concepts of sports medicine, specifically Athletic Training. Topics include the fundamentals of the human musculoskeletal system, sports related injuries, injury treatment, and other sports medicine related topics. This class is designed for beginning athletic training students and other students interested in the subject.

    Course Fee: $30.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 201 - Introduction to Sport Management

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course provides an overview of the foundational aspects of sport management in the sports and recreation industry. Students learn about the structure and function of sports organizations (legal, ethical, sociocultural, historical, political, and psychological) and gain an understanding of the professional preparation and career opportunities.

    Course Fee: $5.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 202 - Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Education and Sports

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course provides students with a comprehensive view of sport and exercise science psychology. The psychosocial and cultural context of sports, exercise science, and physical education are reviewed. Students also learn the social and cultural forces that influence the psychological and behavioral factors affecting sport, exercise science, and physical education.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 203 - The Obesity Epidemic

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course explores the obesity and overweight issues facing our nation. Topics include causes, consequences, choices, our children, and challenges. Physical fitness and health behaviors will be introduced, as well as an opportunity to develop a personal fitness program to begin building a healthy lifestyle.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • EXS 225 - Introduction to Public Health

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: IRW 98 or Higher (C or Higher) OR

    EN 97 (C or Higher) OR

    Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR

    ACT English 18 or Higher OR

    SAT Writing 25 or Higher

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None


    Description: This course provides a broad overview of the basic principles and practices of the public health field. Students explore the structure, function, and history of public health in the context of the health care delivery system. Individual and population level health problems are discussed, including topics such as infectious and chronic diseases. Determinants of health are studied including environmental, social, behavioral, and biological factors. Tools and methods of disease control and health promotion are also included. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • EXS 230 - Exercise Leadership

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: BI 117  or BI 121  
    Description: This course covers the theory and practice of safe and effective exercise instruction for individual and group resistance training programs and is an excellent preparation for personal training certification exams.  It focuses on client consultation and assessment, including pre-participation health screening assessments, submaximal aerobic exercise tests, and muscular strength/endurance, flexibility, and body composition tests.  Additionally this course addresses how to design, administer, and implement programs that enhance related components of physical fitness.  Behavior change theory, communication strategies, facility and equipment management, legal issues, and risk management are also covered.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

French

  
  • FR 101 - Introductory French I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: French 101 is a first semester language course which introduces the pronunciation, vocabulary and basic grammar structures of French. The course is designed to promote proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing in French and to introduce language differences, culture and geography of francophone countries. Through a variety of contexts, students are encouraged to produce meaningful communication both inside and outside of the classroom.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • FR 102 - Introductory French II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: French 102 is a second semester language course which deepens understanding of the pronunciation, vocabulary and basic grammar structures of the French language. The course is designed to promote proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing in French and to continue the study of language differences, culture and geography of francophone countries. Through a variety of contexts, students will increase speaking and comprehension skills as well as composition ability.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • FR 231 - Intermediate French I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: French 231 is a second year language course where students will learn French for real world purposes and review previously learned material in order to solidify proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing.  Students will enhance the use of communication strategies in order to acquire new structures and vocabulary through a variety of methods and activities including the study of French literature, culture and films.

     

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities

  
  • FR 232 - Intermediate French II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: French 232 is a continuation second year language course where students will learn French for real world purposes and review previously learned material in order to solidify proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will enhance the use of communication strategies in order to acquire new structures and vocabulary through a variety of methods and activities including the study of French literature, culture and films.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities

Foreign Language

  

General Electives

  
  • Open Course - Elective

    Credit Hours: varies by course
    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  • Open Elective - 1 Credit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  • Open Elective - 2 Credit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  • Open Elective - 3 Credit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  • Open Elective - 4 Credit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  • Open Elective - Variable

    Credit Hours: varies by course
    English Prerequisites:

    Description:


Gender Studies

  
  • GST 200 - Introduction to Gender Studies

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course offers an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of Women’s and Gender Studies, exploring critical questions about the meaning of gender in society. The primary goal of this course is to familiarize yourself with historical and contemporary issues, questions and debates in Women’s and Gender Studies scholarship. Gender scholarship critically analyzes themes of gendered performance and power in a range of social spheres, such as law, culture, education, work, medicine, social policy and the family.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences

General Health

  
  • GH 107 - Introduction to Health Care Careers

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is designed to introduce students to career options available in health and to assist students in appropriate selection of a career in the health care field. Career exploration includes an overview of health care in the past, present and future, legal-ethical considerations, discussion of essential skills, roles, and employment opportunities in a variety of health professions.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GH 110 - Medical Terminology I

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course equips members of the health care professions with a working knowledge of medical vocabulary, emphasizing definitions, spelling, and pronunciation as it relates to the body. This course is designed for students desiring to be medical secretaries, radiologic technologists, surgical technologists. This course may be helpful for other medical positions including, but are not limited to, nursing, diagnostic imaging, medical transcription and the insurance industry.

     

    Department Consent: No Consent


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • GH 111 - Medical Terminology II - Language of Medicine

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: GH 110  (C- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites:
    • IRW 98  or Higher (C or Higher) OR
    • EN 97 (C or Higher) OR
    • Accuplacer Writing 5 or Higher OR
    • ACT English 18 or Higher OR
    • SAT Writing 25 or Higher


    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course equips members of the health care professions with a working knowledge of medical vocabulary, with an emphasize in anatomy and physiology, and deals specifically with each of the body systems and the diseases significant to them.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GH 120 - Therapeutic Relationships

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This is an introductory course for health students on how to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships.  Students demonstrate the skills of rapport building, active listening, communication styles, interviewing techniques, and group processing skills. Students describe professionalism as it applies to health care in areas of ethics, confidentiality, and patient advocacy.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GH 125 - Intro to the Structure and Function of the Human Body

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The study of the structure and function of the normal human body and the practices necessary to maintain normal health. Medical terminology of disorders related to each unit is also included.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GH 126 - Microbiology for Health Care

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Introduction to microbial life, pathogens and nosocomial infections. Methods of microbial control, spread of infection and use of universal precautions. Medical and surgical asepsis, immunity and body defense against disease.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GH 200 - General Nutrition

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: GH 200 offers a comprehensive introduction to the science of human nutrition. This course provides the foundation for understanding the relationships between foods and nutrients to diet, weight control, physical activity, and diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and cancer. The major nutrient classes, carbohydrates, fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, and water are studied so their relationships to dietary needs from pregnancy through older adulthood are understood. Current dietary recommendations and policies including the U.S. Dietary Guidelines, Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) and Food Labeling are compared and contrasted. This course is offered primarily for students seeking degrees in dietetics and exercise science programs and for those who wish to develop a better understanding of the science of human nutrition.

    Course Fee: $5.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

Geography

  
  • GE Elective - (min. of 3)


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description:

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GE 132 - Physical Geography

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 5
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Climate, water resources, soils, landforms, vegetation, and wildlife, are discussed with regard to their interrelationships as well as the ways in which they influence people and places. Moreover, human impact on the natural environment also is investigated. Essentially, through an exploration of physical geography, students learn what makes the world tick.
     

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Science
  
  • GE 135 - World Regional Geography

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: World Regional Geography is devoted to an examination of the world’s various regions within the context of globalization. Cultural, political, and environmental phenomena are examined among other traits, which characterize both More Developed Countries and Less Developed Countries. Students are encouraged to view their own culture in a world perspective.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
  
  • GE 140 - Geography of Michigan

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The regional geography of Michigan is examined with special reference to its natural environment, as well as economic, political, and cultural phenomena that characterize the state. Case studies pertaining to urbanization, social injustice, and environmental despoliation are addressed in detail.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GE 210 - Cultural Geography

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Cultural geography is devoted to the description and explanation of spatial patterns and ecological relationships in human culture. Various cultural phenomena, both material and non-material in nature, will be examined within the context of the cultural landscape. Some emphasis is placed upon the origin, diffusion, and spatial distribution of religion, language, folk and popular customs, and ethnic groups. Population patterns, particularly in terms of development and global resources, are explored, as are issues pertaining to migration, gender, political geography, agriculture, industry, and settlement. Environmental perception also is examined.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
  
  • GE 235 - Introduction to Globalization and Inequality

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The impact of globalization upon cultures, societies, and environments across the globe has been considerable, having an especially marked influence on the development of individual countries, frequently contributing to prosperity for some, while furthering poverty and injustice for others. In this course, current global issues and problems are examined, which include sustainability, population and migration, human trafficking, environmental degradation, natural hazards, geopolitical conflict, epidemic disease, and food insecurity.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
  
  • GE 253 - Geography of the U.S. and Canada

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The U.S. and Canada are examined within the context of its physical environment and cultural landscape. Emphasis is placed upon immigration and ethnicity, folk and popular culture, and human impact on the environment.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
  
  • GE 281 - Immigration and Ethnicity in America

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Immigration and ethnicity in the United States is examined from a historical geographical perspective. Case studies of various ethnic groups are discussed in detail.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
  
  • GE 296 - Sustainability in the Face of Globalization: Southern Africa

    Credit Hours: 6
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course provides an in-depth study of southern Africa, with special focus placed on South Africa. Social characteristics, as well as the region’s history and economic development are examined in addition to its natural environment and cultural geography. Of special importance are matters associated with natural resources, migration, changing indigenous lifeways, political geography, zoogeography, and wildlife conservation, as political, cultural, and economic conflicts emerge during an era marked by globalization. 

    Department Consent: Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

Geology

  
  • GL Elective - (min. of 3)


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description:

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GL 101 - Introduction to Geology

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is designed as a laboratory science course for non-science majors and as the first course for students interested in a degree in geology or a related science. The basic principles of geology are covered, including plate tectonics, minerals and rocks, the water cycle, glaciers, topographic maps and geologic time.

    Course Fee: $5.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Science
  
  • GL 104 - Historical Geology

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: GL 101  (C or Higher) or GL 111  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This is a general geology course examining how our planet has changed over time. The course focuses on the methods and techniques used to interpret Earth’s history, including rock and fossil identification, interpretation of sedimentary environments, stratigraphic correlation, interpretation of geologic maps and cross-sections. Topics include geologic time, evolution of continents and ocean basins, and history of life on Earth. This course is the second semester of a geology sequence for students majoring in geology or related fields.

    Course Fee: $10.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GL 106 - Environmental Geoscience

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is an introduction to geologic principles and explores the relationship between humans and their physical environment. It is designed for nonscience majors and as an elective for geology majors. Topics include geologic hazards including volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunami, and landslides; water resources and hazards; global climate change and major climate controls; and mineral and energy resources.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Science
  
  • GL 111 - Earth Science for Education

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is designed to prepare elementary education majors with the science background necessary to teach the earth science subjects included in the Michigan Content Expectations. GL 111 does not serve as a teaching methods course. Topics include plate tectonics, the rock cycle and minerals, natural hazards, the water cycle, weather and climate, geologic time and Earth history, and the Solar System.

    Course Fee: $5.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

German

  
  • GR 101 - Introductory German I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course introduces the pronunciation, vocabulary and basic grammar of German. The following are utilized for learning: discussions about language differences, giving insights into culture, readings on culture and geography, viewing of realia, role-playing, short readings in German, and listening comprehension exercises.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • GR 102 - Introductory German II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: A continuation of the study of German culture begun in GR 101 . German 102 continues the study of the German language and grammatical concepts, increases vocabulary and provides opportunity for the student to increase speaking and comprehension skills, as well as composition ability.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • GR 231 - Intermediate German I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a global review of the structure of the German language and culture, emphasizing reading skills, conversational proficiency and accurate writing ability. Computer-assisted study software and digital materials are used for study and practice outside of class. Students use software for increased listening practice.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • GR 232 - Intermediate German II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a continued global review of the structure of the German language and culture. In this course students experience extensive vocabulary growth and increased grammatical concepts and comprehension of spoken German. Proficiency in conversing about practical topics as well as in expressing personal opinions and ideas is emphasized. Computer-assisted study software and CD-ROM materials are used for study and practice outside of class. Students use software for increased listening practice.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities

Gerontology

  
  • GO Elective - (min. of 3)


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description:

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GO 261 - Growing Old in a New Age

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: America is growing older. This course explores the myths and realities associated with issues about aging; love, intimacy and sexuality in later years; social roles and relationships; work, retirement and economics; how the body changes throughout the aging process; and surviving growing older in contemporary America.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GO 262 - Aging in America: Aging Programs, Services, Systems, and Policies

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is an analysis and description of the developing field of gerontology.  It consists of an in-depth study of needs of the elderly such as legal information, social security, tax relief, health, home and personal safety, nutrition and food purchasing, political power, mobilizing grass roots support groups, resources in the community for senior citizens, consumerism, and transportation. Discussions of the institutional interrelations that affect the elderly and analysis of changes needed in American society to aid senior citizens are also included.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GO 263 - Death and Dying

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Illness and death can occur during all life stages; we need to be prepared. This class covers historical perspectives related to the definition of death; attitudes toward death; the dying process; and grief and loss.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GO 282 - Gerontology Practicum I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Program and instructor approval required. This course combines classroom training with beginning field experiences (10 hours per week) in a community-based human services agency. Emphasis is on knowledge of the community power structure, funding bases, and the internal working of human services organizations. Opportunities in the labor force, certification requirements, and networking are explored.

    Department Consent: Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • GO 283 - Gerontology Practicum II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Program and instructor approval required. This course provides classroom training on principles of human services delivery with advanced practical experience (10 hours per week) in a community-based human services agency. Emphasis is on identifying systems and resources to link the systems with the people and how to mobilize the systems and the people.

    Department Consent: Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration

  
  • HVA Elective - (min. of 3)


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description:

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 110 - Basic Refrigeration

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: 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, and 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.  HVA 110 replaces ER 110.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 111 - Refrigeration Applications

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: HVA 110  
    Description: Students study, in detail, refrigeration system components and their operation. Emphasis is placed on all temperature ranges of equipment using different refrigerant types. Students fabricate a complete refrigeration system from individual components.  HVA 111 replaces ER 111.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 121 - Metallic and Non-Metallic Joining

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Students learn the basic joining and fabrication methods for copper, plastic, and steel tubing; typically used in the HVACR industry for piping systems. These methods include spot welding, riveting, screws, soldering, brazing, and  gluing various fittings. The course will include a lab practice in fabrication and assembly of projects including an introduction to sheet metal.  “HVA 121 replaces ER 121.”

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 128 - Heating and Cooling Controls

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: A study of basic controls used in conjunction with heating and cooling systems.  The course will include gas and conventional air conditioning controls and troubleshooting.
    “HVA 128 replaces ER 128.”

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 135 - Heating Theory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Students learn the theory of heating system operation and control of building indoor air quality. Principals of combustion, as well as thermal efficiency and combustion efficiency of heating appliances are studied. Troubleshooting and repair of heating equipment. Installation of fuel piping, vent systems, and combustion air requirements for various systems. Safety procedures are emphasized.Four hours lecture/lab. HVA 135 replaces ER 135.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 136 - Air Conditioning Theory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: 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.  HVA 136 replaces ER 136.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 174 - HVAC Blueprint Reading and Design

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course, students learn to read construction blueprints concentrating on heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. In addition students learn to perform load calculations and select proper HVAC equipment for residential and light commercial applications.  HVA 174 replaces ER 174.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 221 - Duct Construction and Design

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: A study and practice in the fabrication and design of air distribution systems and their components. The student will get classroom instruction in register location, designing duct system, and sizing ducts for correct airflow. In the lab the student will practice fabricating an assortment of standard fittings used in air distribution systems.  Completion of HVA 121  is recommended before taking this course.
    “HVA 221 replaces ER 221.”

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 230 - HVACR Electronic Controls

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: HVA 128  
    Description: Students study solid state electronic controls commonly used in refrigeration and air conditioning applications. Operation and troubleshooting of assembled components such as circuit boards, time delay relays, and programmable controllers are emphasized. HVA 230 replaces ER 230.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • HVA 242 - Direct Digital Control Basics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: HVA 230  or Department Consent
    Description: In this course, students study HVAC DDC control systems and controllers, operator interfaces, system inputs and outputs, installation and trouble shooting of controllers, and direct digital control strategies.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
 

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