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DAA 112 - Science for the Dental Assistant Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Dental Assisting, A.A.A.S.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This is an introductory course designed to provide the Dental Assistant student with basic knowledge of microbiology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and structural organization of the human body.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 114 - Nutrition and Oral Disease Prevention Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DAA 112 Description: 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.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 116 - Assisting in General Dentistry Credit Hours: 6 Contact Hours: 10 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course covers the theory and application of the principles of four-handed chair side dental assisting in general dentistry.
Course Fee: $900.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 118 - Dental Biomaterials Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Dental Assisting Certificate or Dental Assisting, A.A.A.S.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is an in-depth study of the physical properties, manipulation, and utilization of dental materials, including the use of dental office laboratory equipment.
Course Fee: $60.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 120 - Dental, and Oral Anatomy, Histology and Embryology Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DAA 112 Description: 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.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 121 - Oral Pathology for Dental Assisting Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is designed to familiarize the student with the following areas of oral pathology: inflammation and repair, immunity, neoplasia, and oral manifestation of systemic disease.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 122 - Applied Principles of Dental Assisting I Practicum Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course, together with DAA 123 , is designed to provide students with the ability to provide chair side assisting skills in a dental setting.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 123 - Applied Principles of Dental Assisting I Lecture Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course, together with DAA 122 , is designed to provide students with the ability to apply chair side assisting skills in a dental setting. The weekly lecture in DAA 123 allows students the opportunity to share dental office practices and to connect laboratory and clinical experiences with each other. Students will complete mock job applications and construct a resume.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 129 - Business Management of the Dental Practice Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: 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, are presented.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 131 - Registered Dental Assisting Functions Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is designed to provide dental assisting students with knowledge and skills to perform legally delegated intraoral functions in the state of Michigan.
Course Fee: $190.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 132 - Registered Dental Assisting Functions Clinical Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 12 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course builds upon and enhances the student’s laboratory and clinical experiences. In this course, students will demonstrate the laboratory and clinical procedures that are performed by a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in Michigan.
Course Fee: $272.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 133 - Practicum Theory for Registered Dental Assisting Functions Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This didactic course places emphasis on the laboratory and clinical procedures performed by Registered Dental Assistants in Michigan. DAA 133 provides didactic instruction for laboratory and clinical procedures in DAA 132 .
Course Fee: $57.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 138 - Applied Principles of Dental Assisting II Practicum Credit Hours: 6 Contact Hours: 18 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a continuation of Applied Principles of Dental Assisting I. This course, together with DAA 139 , is designed to provide students with clinical experience as a chair side dental assistant in two dental offices. Students record externship experiences in a journal and document hours at externship locations.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 139 - Principles of Dental Assisting II Lecture Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a continuation of Applied Principles of Dental Assisting I. Together with DAA 138 , this course is designed to provide students with clinical experience as a chair side dental assistant in two dental offices. The weekly lecture in DAA 139 allows students the opportunity to share dental office practices and to connect laboratory and clinical experiences with each other.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DAA 232 - Registered Dental Assisting Functions Practicum Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 12 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is designed for students who possess a current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential and have Advanced Standing in the Dental Assisting program. In this course, students will demonstrate the laboratory and clinical procedures that are performed by a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in Michigan. Students will complete their clinical process evaluations and competencies under the supervision of their licensed dentist employer.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DXX 104 - Infection Control in Dentistry Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DA Students: DAA 112 ; DH Students: BI 127 Description: 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.
Course Fee: $78.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DXX 115 - Introduction to Dentistry Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Dental Assisting Certificate or Dental Assisting, A.A.A.S. or Dental Hygiene, A.A.A.S.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is an introduction to dentistry and the roles and characteristics of the dentist, dental hygienist and dental assistant. Students learn strategies for problem solving, ethical decision making and teamwork. Topics include State licensure requirements, legal documentation, comparing professional and non-professional journals and designing a dental office environment. Students also discuss anxiety concerns with dental patients and discuss the signs of human trafficking.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DXX 128 - Dental Radiography Credit Hours: 5 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Dental Assisting Certificate or Dental Assisting, A.A.A.S. or Dental Hygiene, A.A.A.S.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: DXX 128 introduces principles of dental imaging. Topics include physics of ionizing radiation, radiation biology, safety precautions, and equipment management. The laboratory experience consists of image receptor placement and exposure of radiographs on x-ray manikins. Students self-evaluate images for diagnostic quality. Clinical experiences include image placement techniques and patient management while exposing radiographs. Students identify anatomical land marks, processing errors, dental materials, and dental disease on patient radiographs.
This course is offered in the typical lecture/lab format and is also offered in modules.
DXX 128A (Dental Imaging Techniques on Manikins) - Lecture topics include physics of ionizing radiation, radiation biology, safety precautions, and equipment management. The laboratory experience consists of image receptor placement, and exposure of radiographs on x-ray manikins. Students self-evaluate images for diagnostic quality.
DXX 128B (Dental Imaging Techniques on Patients) - Clinical experiences include image placement techniques and patient management while exposing radiographs. Students identify anatomical land marks, processing errors, dental materials, and dental disease on patient radiographs.
Course Fee: $150.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 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
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DHY 114 - Oral Anatomy, Embryology and Histology Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is an overview of the structures found in the oral cavity, and extends to a study of the embryological development of the head, neck and oral structure, including histological features. Also included is the development of the teeth and their supporting structures.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 122 - Nutrition and Oral Disease Prevention Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Dental Hygiene, A.A.A.S.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is an introduction to the science of nutrition and its oral and systemic relevance to dental hygiene patient care. Students also learn the composition and formation of soft and hard deposits and their relation to nutritional aspects of caries, gingivitis and periodontal disease. Students spend time studying methods for preventing oral disease through patient education and behavior modification techniques.
Course Fee: $35.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 123 - General and Oral Pathology for Dental Hygiene Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: BI 121 and BI 122 and DHY 114
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: 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.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 124 - Dental Morphology and Function Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DHY 114
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: 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.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 125 - Dental Specialties Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DHY 114 and DHY 117 and DXX 104 and DXX 115
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DHY 122 and DHY 123 and DHY 124 Description: This course introduces the dental hygiene student to the specialties of dentistry to allow the student to better serve clients with advanced treatment needs.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 127 - Pre-Clinic II Theory Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is the second of two dental hygiene preclinical theory courses, with an emphasis on developing the student’s knowledge of more advanced dental hygiene clinical procedures, leading to the knowledge set necessary to begin patient treatment.
Course Fee: $574.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 128 - Pre-Clinic II Laboratory Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 8 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is the second of two dental hygiene preclinical laboratory courses with an emphasis on the development of more advanced dental hygiene clinical skills, leading to the skills necessary to treat patients. Laboratory hours change to clinical hours at the mid-point of the semester.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 131 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene Patient Care and Management Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: The dental hygiene process of care provides the foundation for comprehensive dental hygiene treatment. In this course, students learn how to implement the process of care components that include review of patient assessment data, develop a dental hygiene diagnosis and create a dental hygiene care (treatment) plan. As part of the care plan process, students learn how to complete caries risk and periodontal risk assessments.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 132 - Applied Dental Biomaterials Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DHY 139 Description: Students are introduced to various dental materials including properties, manipulation, utilization and applications in dental hygiene procedures.
Recommended Skills: Manual dexterity and a 12th grade reading level.
Course Fee: $55.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 134 - Head and Neck Anatomy Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DHY 114
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DHY 139 Description: 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.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 137 - Periodontology Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course covers fundamental principles of periodontology for the dental hygienist including etiology, histopathology, clinical assessment and an introduction to diagnosis. The course continues with treatment planning, implementation and evaluation of periodontal disease treatment. Students learn how to communicate with patients and other healthcare professionals about treatment provided.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 138 - Dental Hygiene Patient Care and Management I Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Dental Hygiene, A.A.A.S.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: The dental hygiene process of care is the foundation of dental hygiene practice. This course focuses on the implementation phase of the dental hygiene process of care. Students learn advanced instrumentation techniques for calculus removal. Additional clinic skills include patient management, instrument sharpening, powered instruments and dental hypersensitivity.
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 139 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Clinical Dental Hygiene I is the first of three patient-focused clinical courses. This course focuses on beginning patient treatment and management using evidence-based knowledge and the dental hygiene process of patient care that includes the following: Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, and Documentation (ADPIED).
Course Fee: $215.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 240 - Pain Management I Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course prepares the dental hygiene student to administer local anesthesia as one method of pain management. Per the Administrative Rules of the Michigan Board of Dentistry, course content includes: review of anatomy and physiology of the head and neck, review of pharmacology of local anesthesia, patient assessment, selection and administration of anesthetic agents, emergency management, and legal and ethical considerations.
Course Fee: $128.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 241 - Dental Hygiene Patient Care and Management II Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a continuation of DHY 138 , focusing on practice in treatment planning for dental hygiene clients and an introduction to the principles of dental hygiene care for special population groups.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 242 - Advanced Instrumentation and Treatment Modalities Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course focuses on building patient behavior modification techniques and increased proficiency in applying the dental hygiene process of care for patients. Students are introduced to advanced root instrumentation skills for nonsurgical periodontal therapy, providing a foundation for complicated periodontal cases. Continued application of self-assessment, personal goal setting, and problem solving strategies builds student proficiency in providing individualized comprehensive patient care.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 244 - Community Dental Health I Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This is an introductory course in Community Dental Health, including the use of epidemiological data to assess and plan dental health programs.
Course Fee: $40.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 246 - Dental Pharmacology Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DHY 139
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DHY 249 Description: A study of pharmacology with a special emphasis on the drugs used in dentistry and the effects of drugs on dental treatment.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 249 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 12 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Clinical Dental Hygiene II is the second of the three patient-treatment clinical courses. This course builds upon foundational dental hygiene skills learned in DHY 139 by strengthening dental hygiene comprehensive care skills through the application of evidence-based knowledge, best practices, and the American Dental Education Association’s (ADEA) Statement on Professionalism in Dental Education. Students learn advanced root instrumentation skills, which apply to various classifications of periodontal patients.
Course Fee: $314.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 250 - Pain Management II Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DHY 240 and DHY 241 and DHY 242 and DHY 244 and DHY 246 and DHY 249
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: 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.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 251 - Dental Hygiene Patient Care and Management III Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a continuation of the principles of DHY 241 , including dental hygiene care for special population groups.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 254 - Community Dental Health II Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: Dental Hygiene Program acceptance Description: This course is a continuation and application of principles acquired in Community Dental Health I (DHY 244 ). The course introduces biostatistics to assist in evidence-based decision making. Students also plan, implement and evaluate community dental health programs at off-campus sites.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 255 - Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Dental Hygiene, A.A.A.S.
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: In this course, the dental hygiene student learns the importance of ethical standards and the effects of jurisprudence relative to the practice of dental hygiene.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 256 - Dental Hygiene Professional Management Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DHY 240 and DHY 241 and DHY 242 and DHY 244 and DHY 246 and DHY 249
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: DHY 251 and DHY 254 and DHY 255 and DHY 259 Description: 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.
Course Fee: $10.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 257 - Advanced Treatment Modalities and Evaluation in Dental Hygiene Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a continuation of the principles of implementation, evaluation and maintenance of health in dental hygiene patients. Students study advanced treatment modalities including supportive periodontal therapies, periodontal recare and re-evaluation techniques. Students participate in analyzing case studies to prepare for their state and national board examinations.
Course Fee: $45.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DHY 259 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 12 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Clinical Dental Hygiene III is the third and final patient-treatment clinical course. Students apply knowledge learned in DHY 249 to strengthen and increase proficiency in treating more complex and challenging periodontal patients. Emphasis is on dental hygiene care skills, analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving to provide comprehensive patient care at entry-level competency.
Course Fee: $263.00
Department Consent: Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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Course Fee: $15.00
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DR 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
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DR 140 - Introduction to Inventor Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: In this course students learn to use the most current Autodesk Inventor parametric solid modeling software to generate: 3D models, assemblies, and 2D layout drawings.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 150 - Introduction to SolidWorks Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: SolidWorks is one of the leading parametric solid modeling software packages used in industry. This course introduces the basic functions of the software including the creation of 3D Models, assembly of models, and generation of model and assembly drawings.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 155 - Introduction to NX Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Siemens NX is a high performance 3D parametric modeling software used in many automotive related fields. In this course, students learn to generate 3D models, assemblies, surfaces, and detail drawings using this software. It is recommended that students have experience in drafting and reading blueprints prior to taking this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 180 - Introduction to Mechanical Concepts Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the many different mechanical concepts and manufacturing processes used in industry. Mechanical concepts include fasteners (temporary and permanent), welding, springs, piping\fittings, and drive mechanisms. Manufacturing processes include machining, stamping, plastic processes, castings, and 3D printing. Students apply this knowledge of these topic as they pertain to engineering drawings. This course includes industry and in house field trips.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 212 - Tool Design Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This class teaches the design of jigs, fixtures, and gages. A special emphasis is placed on machining fixtures. Specification of standard parts, raw materials, fabricated details, and critical dimensions are included in this course. It is recommended that students have used drafting and 3D modeling software prior to taking this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 224 - Die Design Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course, focused on die design, includes sheet metal stamping processes, types of stamping dies, and the process of designing a stamping die. Topics include web layout and calculations, standard die components, die design fundamentals, development of the plan and section views, bill of materials, and cost estimating. It is recommended that students take EG 110 or have equivalent blueprint skills prior to enrolling in this course.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 225 - Advanced Die Design Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DR 224 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Advanced Die Design builds on the concepts of DR 224 and covers the design of progressive dies using features such as cam action, stock lifters, and spring pads. Sheet metal drawing and forming principles are also covered.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 229 - Detail Drafting Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EG 110 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This is an advanced drafting course that involves industrial drafting practices relative to standards, design layout, sectioning, dimensioning, tolerancing (size and GDT), detailing and checking. Working drawings and engineering change order procedures are included in the course drawings.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 240 - Advanced SolidWorks Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DR 150 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Advanced SolidWorks covers many of the add-on capabilities contained in this comprehensive CAD program. DR 240 covers 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 are also included. A major design project is used to integrate all of these features.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 241 - Mold Design Theory Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is an overview of the study of injection mold design. Topics 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 experience moving components within the mold and calculations related to the moving components, and design several kinds of injection molds.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 258 - Introduction to Pro Engineer/Creo Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: In this course students learn to use PTC Creo parametric modeling software to generate 3-D models, assemblies, and detail drawings.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 260 - Introduction to Catia Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Catia is a high performance 3D parametric modeling software marketed by Dassault Systems and used in many automotive related fields. Students learn to generate 3D models, rendered images, assemblies, surfaces, and detail drawings.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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DR 279 - Team Design Project Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: DR 229 (D- or Higher) and DR 190 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This is a project-oriented laboratory course in which students use a team approach to solve technical problems similar to those encountered by designers in industry. Using computer-aided solid modeling software, teams create the necessary 3D models, prototypes, use analysis software tool, and technical documentation. Each team is required to make oral and written presentations to their classmates.
Course Fee: $30.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EC 251 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 400 and above OR
- ACT English and Reading combined score 26 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 4 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 5 above (valid October 2018 forward)
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 or Higher (C or Higher) OR ALEKS Score of 30 or Higher OR Accuplacer Algebra Score of 76 or Higher OR SAT Math Score of 24.5 or Higher OR ACT Math Score of 18 or Higher
Corequisites: None Description: Macroeconomics is the study of the economy as a whole. The course begins by introducing the assumptions and core principles of economics. Then we will learn how unemployment, inflation, and economic growth are measured and how they relate to our economic goals. We will study how the government can influence the business cycle using fiscal and monetary policy. A model of the macroeconomy will be developed in order to study how these tools can work in different contexts and why there are different views about how the government should be involved. Students will use the skills learned to analyze current social issues from an economic perspective, including trade, the national debt, and income inequality.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
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EC 252 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 400 and above OR
- ACT English and Reading combined score 26 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 4 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 5 above (valid October 2018 forward)
Math Prerequisites: MA 98 or Higher (C or Higher) OR ALEKS Score of 30 or Higher OR Accuplacer Algebra Score of 76 or Higher OR SAT Math Score of 24.5 or Higher OR ACT Math Score of 18 or Higher
Corequisites: None Description: Microeconomics is the study of how individuals, firms, and governments 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 individual and firm behavior. We will analyze behavior in perfect competitive markets as well as imperfectly competitive market structures such as monopolies and oligopolies. We will also use economic models to study market failures caused by externalities and public goods. Students will use the skills learned to analyze current social issues from an economic perspective, including the environment, education, and poverty.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: Social Sciences
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ED 200 - Introduction to Education Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: 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.
Course Fee: $5.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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ED 220 - Integrating the Arts in Elementary Education Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: CD 118 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is designed to meet the performing and visual arts requirements for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. The course is team taught, integrating content and pedagogy from visual art, music, and theater. Students collaborate on projects using identified pedagogical practices to enhance teaching and learning through creative problem solving.
Course Fee: $20.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 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
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EL 101 - Basic Electrical Skills Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 97 , MA 98 , MA 105 , MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 124 , MA 127 , MA 129 , MA 131 , MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 245 , MA 255 , MA 257 or ALEKS score of 14 or Higher
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: In EL 101 students acquire foundational knowledge used by an Electrician, Electrical Maintenance worker, or Mechatronic Technician. Topics include basic electricity, electrical math, National Electrical Code, use of hand tools, electrical materials, wiring techniques, and safety.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 106 - Technical Electricity Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 132 (D- or Higher) OR Math Prerequisite
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: C or higher in one of the following courses: MA 97 , MA 98 , MA 105 , MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 124 , MA 127 , MA 129 , MA 131 , MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 245 , MA 255 , MA 257 or ALEKS score of 14 or higher
Corequisites: None Description: This is a basic course in technical electricity. It includes 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.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 107 - Technical Electronics Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EL 106 or EL 144 Description: This course is an introduction to the technical concepts of electronic components, circuits and theory; principles of current and voltage control devices; basic circuits for power supplies, amplifiers, and use of basic test instruments.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 111 - Arduino Makers Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course uses the Arduino microcontroller platform to explore topics in electricity, electronics components, schematics, programming syntax, microcontroller architecture, and automation. Students create and develop an Arduino application.
The course is also intended to serve the needs of individuals seeking to pass the Arduino Fundamentals Certification exam.
Course Fee: $25.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 132 - Electronics Mathematics Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course emphasizes the contextualization and applications of mathematics specific to electrical and electronic fields of study. Examples and exercises explicitly involve applications in these areas for engineering and scientific notation, algebraic expressions, fractions, linear and quadratic equations, exponents, logarithms, and trigonometric functions.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 144 - Basic Electricity and Electronics Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 132 (D- or Higher) OR Math Prerequisite
C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 97 , MA 98 , MA 105 , MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 124 , MA 127 , MA 129 , MA 131 , MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 245 , MA 255 , MA 257 or ALEKS score of 14 or Higher
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course provides an introduction to electricity and electronics. It includes electric and electronic components, circuits, and devices. Basic applications show the use of these components and devices.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 150 - Electrical Schematics, Electrical Standards, and Codes Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 132 (D- or Higher) OR Math Prerequisite
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: C or higher in one of the following courses: MA 097, MA 098, MA 105, MA 107, MA 108, MA 110, MA 124, MA 127, MA 129, MA 131, MA 133, MA 134, MA 245, MA 255, MA 257 or ALEKS score of 14 or higher
Corequisites: None Description: Schematic print reading and comprehending Electrical Standards and Codes are essential for working safely on and understanding electrical systems. This course reviews the different types of electrical prints, concentrating on Electrical Schematics (Ladder Diagrams). Also reviewed is the NFPA 79-Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery, the NFPA 70-National Electrical Code (NEC), and the NFPA 70E-Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. In addition, other nationally recognized electrical safety standards as required by OSHA are covered.
Completion of this course combined with EL 144, EL 162, 163 allows students to sit for the Associate of Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI) Mechatronics Certification Test - Industrial Electricity 1.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 160 - Electronic Fabrication Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: In this course students acquire basic knowledge and the hands on skills used in the electrical and electronic industry. This includes electrical safety, workplace safety, using tools, wiring circuits, programming micro controllers, soldering, residential wiring, sensors, pushbutton, relays, and the fabrication of an electronic system.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 161 - Introduction to Digital Logic Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: TE 103 (D- or Higher) OR Math Prerequisite
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: C or higher in one of the following courses: MA 97 , MA 98 , MA 105 , MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 124 , MA 127 , MA 129 , MA 131 , MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 245 , MA 255 , MA 257 or ALEKS score of 14 or higher
Corequisites: None Description: This course is 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.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 162 - Control Systems Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 101 (D- or Higher) or EL 106 (D- or Higher) or EL 144 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is an introduction to industrial control systems, including principles of control, diagrams, input sensors, output devices, and programmable controller theory. Emphasis is placed on basic theory and the application of programmable logic controllers. Completion of this course combined with EL 144 , EL 150 , and EL 163 allows students to sit for the Associate of Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI) Mechatronics Certification Test - Industrial Electricity 1.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 163 - Electrical Troubleshooting Credit Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 2 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 144 (D- or Higher) or EL 106 (D- or Higher) or EL 101 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: In this course, students learn the basic technique of troubleshooting electric and electronic circuits, including measurement techniques, analysis of faults and repair procedures.
Completion of this course combined with EL 144 , EL 150 , and EL 162 allows students to sit for the Associate of Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI) Mechatronics Certification Test - Industrial Electricity 1.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 164 - Programmable Logic Controllers Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 106 (D- or Higher) or EL 144 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: Students learn and apply the basic concepts of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) in this course to gain an understanding of hardware components, programming techniques, installation, and maintenance of complete systems. Students will gain hands-on experience in programming PLCs.
Students who complete this course and EL 166 are eligible to take the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI) Mechatronics Level 1 Programmic Logic Controller 1 Certification exam.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 166 - Advanced PLC Systems Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 164 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a continuation of EL 164 . Students learn and apply advanced concepts of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), memory organization, block moves, documentation, math instructions, analog I/O, and program development.
Students who complete this course and EL 164 are eligible to take the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI) Mechatronics Level 1 Programmatic Logic Controller 1 Certification exam.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 201 - Industrial Electricity Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: [EL 106 (D- or Higher) or EL 144 (D- or Higher)] and [EL 132 (D- or Higher) or TE 103 (D- or Higher) or MA 107 (D- of Higher) or MA 108 (D- or Higher) or MA 110 (D- or Higher) or MA 129 (D- or Higher)]
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is about the application of electricity in industry. Topics include; principles and application of single and three phase transformers; DC generators and motors; AC generators and single phase and three phase AC motors; motor installations and nameplate data; and AC drives.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 203 - Applied Measurements Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 107 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a study of instruments and their application in the measurement of electrical and physical properties. It includes ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, bridge circuits, and the oscilloscope, as well as measurement of current, voltage, resistance, impedance, power, frequencies, capacity, inductance, strain, light, heat and sound.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 204 - Industrial Electronics Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: [EL 106 (D- or Higher) and EL 107 (D- or Higher)] or EL 144 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EL 201 Description: This course is the capstone course (Final course) for the Electronics Engineering Technology, A.A.A.S. program. It allows students to apply electronics to industrial controls, including control circuits, PLC’s, VFD Drives, PID loops, and different types of control systems. A final project is required.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 205 - Advanced Electronics Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 107 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a study of semiconductors and their application to modern circuits; semiconductor physics, diodes, transistors, amplifiers, operational amplifiers, switching power supplies, and design applications are emphasized.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 260 - National Electrical Code (NEC) Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 144 (D- or Higher) or EL 150 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course is a study of the application and interpretation of the National Electrical Code (NEC). This course covers the current Michigan edition of the NEC and prepares students for the State of Michigan Journeyman’s or Master’s Electrician licensing exam.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 262 - Digital Logic Circuits (Advanced) Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 132 (D- or Higher) or D- or Higher in one of the following: MA 107 , MA 108 , MA 110 , MA 129 , MA 131 , or MA 133
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EL 161 Description: This course explores digital gates, flip-flops, counters, registers, multiplexers, and analog-to-digital converters. Application of digital circuits is emphasized.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 263 - Microprocessor Applications Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 161 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course explores microcomputer architecture, software, and applications. This course uses assembly language and machine code for programming, and covers how microcontrollers work on the “inside” and how interfaces can be connected.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 272 - Servicing Electronic Systems for Biomedical Equipment Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: 6 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 203 (D- or Higher) and BI 117 (D- or Higher) and GH 110 (D- or Higher) and GH 111 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course emphasizes the servicing of biomedical equipment. Electronic circuits and systems related to clinical medical equipment are studied. Students utilize sensor substitution, test equipment, transducers, and computers to find faults or errors in medical equipment. Codes and standards concerning calibration and testing of biomedical equipment are also reviewed.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EL 275 - Mechatronics-Automated Systems Credit Hours: 5 Contact Hours: 8 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EL 162 (D- or Higher) and EL 163 (D- or Higher) and EL 166 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EL 201 Description: This course allows students to integrate their knowledge of the principles of controls, electrical and electronic technology, and electro-mechanical systems to design the controls for a machine. Students apply operation, process, sequencing, and programming skills to individual automation production machines and to complete automation production systems.
Course Fee: $15.00
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EG 110 - Industrial Graphics with CAD Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: In this course, students learn to interpret and create industrial drawings. Students use AutoCAD to create single and multiview drawings using proper view position, auxiliary views, and section views. Students are introduced to: dimensioning, tolerances, threads and fasteners, as well as basic functions in CAD necessary to manage files.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EG 201 - Advanced Engineering Graphics Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 4 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: EG 110 (C or Higher) and DR 150 (C or Higher)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course expands knowledge of the concepts learned in EG 110 . Students learn Advanced Engineering Graphics using AutoCad and/or Solidworks. Topics include detail and assembly weldments, working drawings, developments for sheet metal and packaging, gears and cams, and plant layout.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EN 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
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EN 101 - English Composition I Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements:
- IRW 98 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 450 and above OR
- ACT English and Reading combined score 31 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 5 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 6 above (valid October 2018 forward)
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: EN 101 emphasizes critical writing, thinking, and research skills and processes designed to acquaint students with writing across contexts. In order to understand the ways audience and purpose shape their texts, students practice writing for various rhetorical situations. Coursework includes a combination of academic essays and alternative texts intended to give students practice developing their identities as writers, conducting research, and thinking about writing. The course ties together reading, writing, idea development, and critical thinking, equipping students to navigate the complex web of voices competing for attention in the twenty-first century. Students must earn a C or Higher in this course before enrolling in EN 102 .
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: English Composition
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EN 102 - English Composition II Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: EN 101 (C or Higher)
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: EN 102 emphasizes critical reading and analysis to hone the writing and thinking skills begun in EN 101 . Students engage with the ideas of others, using research as a process of discovery to deepen and refine their own thinking. Producing a variety of texts, students learn to communicate with precise and intentional language. Coursework includes writing-based projects that incorporate rhetorical analyses, information literacy, ambitious research, and metacognition. The course empowers students to enter existing conversations in ways that are meaningful, ethical, and informed.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: English Composition
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EN 118 - Introduction to Literature Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites:
- IRW 98 or above (C or above) OR
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 400 and above OR
- ACT English and Reading combined score 26 and above (valid February 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 4 and NextGen Reading of 249 and above (valid October 2018 forward) OR
- Accuplacer Writing of 5 above (valid October 2018 forward)
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None Description: This course explores the style, elements, forms, and themes contained in fiction, poetry, and drama. Critical approaches of deep reading and academic analysis provide students with a strong foundation in distinguishing genre forms, evaluating writing styles, and internalizing themes. Students learn approaches to discuss and write about literature through a study of literature in the three main genres by a variety of authors who write in distinctive styles across many time periods.
Department Consent: No Department Consent Required General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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EN 120 - Improving Editing and Proofreading Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1.5 Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisites: None
Math Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: EN 101 or CJ 259 Description: This course is designed to help students improve their grammar, mechanics, word usage, and basic sentence skills through critical reflection of their own writing. Course activities include participation in lecture, editing practice, and sentence analysis. Significant time is spent on skill building exercises primarily in a workshop setting. A grade of C- or higher is necessary to receive credit.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: None
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EN 233 - Poetry 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 introductory genre study of poetry. The material is addressed through the function and purpose of poetic elements such as voice, diction, imagery, figures of speech, sound, rhythm, form, and so forth. The course will show how poetry functions in historical, political and social contexts. The course will also increase students’ ability to understand and appreciate poetry as a form involving craft as well as creativity. The coursework involves listening, speaking, reading, writing and discussing.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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EN 235 - Drama 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 drama as an important art form and as a literary text, using masterpieces by ancient through contemporary playwrights. Plays are selected for their artistic merit and for their place in the historical development of drama; the class covers a variety of genres and introduces students to scholarly criticism, as well as motifs typical of dramatic texts.
Department Consent: No Consent General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
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