2014-2015 Catalog-EXPIRED [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Codes and Descriptions
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Occupational Therapy Assistant |
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OT 110 - Disabling Conditions (4/4)
Prerequisites: OT 102 , OT 104 , OT 108 , BI 121 , BI 122 , PY 201 ; Corequisites: OT 109 , PY 231 – Students will identify the definition, etiology, symptoms, systems, prognosis, precautions, medical treatment and Occupational Therapy treatment of selected disabling conditions. Emphasis will be on specific Occupational Therapy treatment techniques and activities.
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OT 208 - Therapeutic Interventions III (3/5)
Prerequisites: OT 102 , OT 104 , OT 108 , OT 109 , OT 110 , BI 121 , BI 122 , and GH 120 ; Corequisites: OT 214 , OT 220 , and OT 224 – This course is a correlation between activities and Occupational Therapy treatment of the adult population. Topics include assessment, treatment planning, activity analysis, group facilitation, service management, assistive technology, work rehabilitation and adaptive equipment.
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OT 214 - Kinesiology in Occupational Therapy (3/3)
Prerequisites: OT 102 , OT 104 , OT 108 , OT 110 , BI 121 and BI 122 ; Corequisites: OT 208 , OT 220 , and OT 224 – An investigation of structural anatomy, biomechanical principles, and human movement in the context of activity. Clinical applications in Occupational Therapy assessment, intervention and documentation in the areas of range of motion, muscle strength, posture, body mechanics, mobility and balance, therapeutic exercise, positioning, bed mobility, and transfers.
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OT 215 - Supplemental Practice Skills for Occupational Therapy (1/1)
Prerequisites: OT 109 , OT 110 , or faculty permission This course offers in-depth practical training in current and emerging areas of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions. Written assignments which support the use of these interventions within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice will be required. This course is intended to supplement student knowledge and skill, and is not a required Occupational Therapy Assistant program course. Recommended Skills: Knowledge of occupational therapy core concepts is necessary for comprehension of course content.
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OT 220 - Fieldwork I (1/3)
Prerequisites: OT 102 , OT 104 , OT 108 , OT 109 , OT 110 , BI 121 , BI 122 , GH 120 , CD 118 , CD 120 , and WE 156 ; Corequisites: OT 208 , OT 214 , and OT 224 – An introductory Occupational Therapy fieldwork experience which exposes the student to the disabled client/patient. Consisting of observation, client interviews, activity analysis and limited participation in several settings of Occupational Therapy practice. Exposure to COTA/OTR role delineation in a community practice setting. Forty-eight (48) hours of arranged fieldwork observation. Two placements of 24 hours each. Student must successfully complete OT 224 in order to successfully complete OT 220. Recommended Skills: CPR training is required. Offered Fall semester only.
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OT 224 - Fieldwork Seminar I (1/1)
Prerequisites: OT 102 , OT 104 , OT 108 , OT 109 , OT 110 , BI 121 , BI 122 , GH 120 , CD 118 , CD 120 , and WE 156 ; Corequisites: OT 208 , OT 214 , and OT 220 – A seminar for guided exchange of information related to field experiences. Discussion of observations, ethics, treatment techniques, professional discipline and activity analysis.Student must successfully complete OT 220 to successfully complete OT 224.
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OT 230 - Fieldwork 2 (10/10)
Prerequisites: OT 102 , OT 104 , OT 108 , OT 109 , OT 110 , OT 208 , OT 214 , OT 220 , OT 224 , BI 121 , BI 122 , PY 201 , PY 231 , CD 118 , CD 120 , and GH 120 ; Corequisites: OT 235 – Fieldwork experience in two different treatment settings supervised by an OTR and/or a COTA. Application of acquired knowledge of Occupational Therapy. Perform duties and treatment identified in the performance objectives at each treatment setting. Two 8-week full time experiences. Student must successfully complete OT 235 in order to successfully complete OT 230. Recommended Skills: Must be CPR certified.
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OT 235 - Fieldwork Seminar 2 (2/2)
Prerequisites: OT 102 , OT 104 , OT 108 , OT 109 , OT 110 , OT 208 , OT 214 , OT 220 , and OT 224 . Corequisites: OT 230 – A seminar for guided exchange of information related to field experience. Focus on professional writing, quality assurance, reimbursement, scope of practice, occupational therapy techniques, job seeking skills and exposure to professional organizations. Student must successfully complete OT 230 to successfully complete OT 235.
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Philosophy |
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PL 201 - Introduction to Philosophy (3/3)
This course includes a consideration of some basic problems of philosophy, philosophic, rationalistic and scientific knowledge, the mind and body, the nature of humanity and self-identity, and values in human conduct from the point of view of historical and contemporary schools of philosophy.
Recommended Skills: 1. A competence in reading and comprehending scholastic material, 2. Competence in communicating effectively in both writing and oral situations, 3. Critical thinking abilities. Understanding the fundamental of research.
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PL 202 - Introduction to Logic (3/3)
Corequisites: Successful completion of EN 101 or equivalent courses taken at other colleges/universities. To distinguish good/correct reasoning from bad/incorrect reasoning, students will learn to analyze fallacies, and use methods and principles developed by logicians to evaluate deductive and inductive arguments. Recommended Skills: Competence in reading and comprehending scholastic materials, an ability to share and assimilate insights, opinions and arguments, and competence in communicating effectively in both writing and speech.
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PL 205 - Introduction to Ethics (3/3)
An introduction to the study of ethics, focusing on the application of ethical theories to classic as well as contemporary moral problems, and to personal as well as social issues. Classes consist of lectures and explanations of textual materials along with a good deal of discussion.
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PL 206 - Biomedical Ethics (3/3)
This course will help the student to establish a moral framework for determining the moral obligations of health care related professionals in the wake of recent scientific, technological and social developments. The student will also have the opportunity to discuss the fundamental issues in current medical ethics, and write about the basic moral and social issues confronting the medical profession today.
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PL 207 - Contemporary Moral Choices (3/3)
Students will examine a number of ethical issues as they relate our modern world. Students will address issues and questions concentrating on how moral standards apply particularly to contemporary moral concerns.
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PL 209 - Business Ethics (3/3)
Students will examine ethical aspects of business norms and practices. Students will address issues and questions concentrating on how moral standards apply particularly to businesses, institutions, and behaviors. Recommended Skills: 1. A competence in reading and comprehending scholastic material, 2. Competence in communicating effectively in both writing and speech, 3. Critical thinking abilities, 4. Understanding the fundamentals of research, 5. An ability to share and assimilate insights, opinions and arguments.
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PL 212 - Philosophy of Religion (3/3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of EN 100 or EN 101 (a letter grade of C- or better) – The course is a philosophical inquiry into theistic religious thought pertaining to the attributes of God, arguments for and against the existence of God, the problems of evil, pain, and suffering, the meaning of religious language, the relationship between faith and reason, the rationality of religious belief, the conflicting truth claims of different religions, and the beliefs surrounding immortality, resurrection, karma, and reincarnation.
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Photography |
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PO 101 - Photography 1 (3/6)
This course provides an introduction to photography as a tool and an art form. Camera controls, photo techniques and creative approaches will be discussed to develop photographic outcomes. Students will use a digital camera with manual controls to achieve the objectives of the course. Adobe Photoshop and Apple computers are used in the Digital Lab to explore possibilities for processing photographs. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
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PO 102 - Photography 2 (3/6)
Prerequisites: PO 101 – Photography 2 is a continuation of PO 101, with further investigation of the technical and creative practices of Photography. Students will learn how to produce archival inkjet prints by using inkjet printers. Adobe Photoshop, Apple computers and Epson inkjet printers are used for image processing and digital printing. In addition, a project in the wet darkroom will be utilized to provide basic foundations of black and white analog film photography. Students must own a fully adjustable Digital Camera with interchangeable lens (DSLR), capable of shooting in RAW format. Three credit hours/Six contact hours.
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PO 105 - History of Photography as Art (3/3)
This is a mediated lecture course that studies the history of photography as an art form, since its inception in 1839, with special emphasis on its contribution to past visual arts and social history, as well as to contemporary art. Topics include the lives and works of the key photographers, the historical processes (both silver and alternative), and the basic categories.
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PO 106 - Digital Image Processing (3/6)
Prerequisites: and AT 130 – Prerequisites: PO 102 and AT 130.
This course is designed for students who possess good knowledge of photographic foundations and will provide them the opportunity to advance their understanding of digital photography. Students will explore the latest digital image processing technologies for the creation of original and contemporary photographic imagery. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
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PO 126 - Film Image Processing - 1 (3/6)
Prerequisites: PO 101 , PO 102 and AT 130 – A course dealing with the creation of expressive photographic images ultilizing 35 mm film and darkroom skills. Archival processing, both film and paper, contrast control both in camera and in the darkroom to create original, expressive, analog photographic images. Six hours lecture/lab combination. Recommended Skills: College level reading, math skills Six hours lecture/lab combination.
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PO 220 - View Camera: Large Format Photography (3/6)
Prerequisites: PO 126 – Prerequisite: PO 126. A course dealing with the creation of expressive photographic image through the use and operation of the 4x5 view camera: equipment, lens, swings and tilts, perspective control and correction. Printing and processing of large format negatives with auto-processing and manual equipment will be explored. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
Recommended Skills: Traditional Darkroom skills required: Film Processing and Print processing. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
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PO 230 - Advanced Digital Image Processing (3/6)
Prerequisites: PO 106 – This course emphasizes the individual creative voice, skill development, and how to work more independently to create a cohesive body of work ready for portfolio reviews and exhibition opportunities. Course goals will be achieved through use of advanced digital technologies, Fine Art inkjet printing, online self-publishing tools, social media networks and lectures on contemporary photographic art. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
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PO 245 - Studio Portrait and Illustrative Lighting Techniques (3/6)
Prerequisites: PO 220 or PO 230 Transfer Students accepted based on Portfolio Review. This course will provide specialized instruction for creating expressive, original photographs using controlled artificial light. As such, this course is an exploration of the aesthetic and technical applications of light theory and techniques for creating fine art portraits and illustrative photographs. Students may elect to use film or digital technology using their own cameras. (Six hours lecture/lab combination.) Recommended Skills: Recommended Skills: College level reading, math skills
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PO 252 - Introduction to Video Production (3/6)
This course is designed as an introduction to the elements and principles of basic video pre-production, field production and post-production with emphasis on news, corporate, and commercial communications and fine art production. Camera, sound and lighting techniques will be covered. Editing will be in a digital environment using Apple Computer¿s Video Editing Suite: Final Cut X and Motion 5. Students will supply their own video camera and some other materials. Six hours lecture/lab combination.
Recommended Skills: There are no prerequisites for the course. However previous experience with the following skills will be
beneficial in increasing the probability of success: 1. Camera skill
2. Computer Applications skill Six hours lecture/lab combination.
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PO 260 - Photography and Moving Pictures (3/6)
Prerequisites: PO 106 This course explores the relationships between still and moving pictures. Students will explore new ways of creating and presenting photographic and video work through still imagery and time lapse sequences, narrative and experimental videos. Current Adobe Creative Suite software will be used for personal creative outcomes.
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PO 270 - Alternative Photographic Processes (3/6)
Prerequisites: PO 220 In this course the student will learn how to print using both existing large format negatives or enlarged digital negatives using historical processes such as Cyanotype, Van Dyke Brown, Kallitype, Ziatype or the ultimate of all photographic printing processes, Platinum printing. Bringing the 19th century into the 21st century, the photographic student will also learn how to make enlarged digital negatives for printing using the above historical processes utilizing Adobe Photoshop and inkjet printers.
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Physical Science |
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PC 101 - General Physical Science (4/6)
This is a survey course for non-science majors looking for a hands-on minds-on science course. It is a good course for students pursuing careers in elementary education, criminal justice, and anyone interested in increasing basic scientific literacy. Topics include the concepts of matter and energy, the conservation laws, measurement, physical, chemical and nuclear changes, the periodic table and bonding, electricity, magnetism, heat and light. Real world contexts are used as a basis for understanding the course content. Basic algebra skills (MA 098), college reading and writing skills, and basic computer literacy are strongly recommended. PC101 is offered in both a traditional on-campus format, and an on-line Hybrid format.
Recommended Skills: The following are strongly recommended: MA098 or equivalent; college reading and writing skills; basic computer literacy. PC-101 is offered F,W,S semesters. PC101 is also offered in an on-line Hybrid format.
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PC 111 - Physics of Everyday Life (4/6)
The study of physics as it relates to everyday life. This course is designed as a laboratory science course for non-science majors. Topics will include motion, forces, water, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism and light. The course is especially suitable for students pursuing careers in elementary education or criminal justice, and anyone interested in a brisk physics survey. Basic high school algebra skills, similar to MA 098, are strongly recommended for those enrolling in this course.
Recommended Skills: Elementary algebra skills will be used in this course. Calculations will mainly involve multiplication and division, but students will develop their proportional thinking skills as the course progresses.
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PC 141 - Science of Sound (4/6)
A survey of the nature of sound, the relation between perceived quantities (pitch, loudness, etc.) and measurable quantities (frequency, amplitude, etc.). The major emphasis is on room acoustics, including recording studios, home listening rooms and auditoriums. This course is oriented toward the requirements for the Music Department’s recording technology program but may be of interest to anyone involved with the design of room and building interiors. Familiarity with basic algebra skills is strongly recommended for this course. Recommended Skills: Recommended Skills: Good math (calculation) skills are needed.
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PC 151 - The Science of Light, Optics and Vision (4/6)
PC 151 is a non-science major course suitable for all students. It has particular application for students in photography, art and other studies where knowledge of light and color are used. The course looks at the nature, behavior and measurement of light. The course topics will include lenses and mirrors, vision and perception, color, and wave properties of light. The course requires a minimum amount of math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, though scientific notation is also discussed and used. PC 151 is offered evenings in the Winter semester at least every second year. Recommended Skills: Recommended Skills: High school algebra skills will be used occasionally in the course. The course includes many calculations using numbers in scientific notation. Though students will get plenty of practice on their calculating skills, it is best if they already feel comfortable handling numbers. The textbook is written at a level that requires college reading skills. Four hours lecture/two hours lab.
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Physics |
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PH 115 - Technical Physics (4/6)
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: or with a grade of “C” or higher or permission of instructor. High school trigonometry ( or at GRCC) is preferred. A survey of the fundamental principles of physics, including topics in mechanics, heat, sound and light, and other physical properties of matter. Emphasis will be placed on technical applications rather than the theoretical origins of the laws of physics.
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PH 125 - College Physics 1 (4/7)
This is the first semester of a basic algebra/trig non-calculus course sequence in general physics for non-physical science majors. It includes the study of motion and energy from the point of view of forces and conservation principles. Recommended Skills: Recommended Skills: The math skills consistent with high school algebra 2 will be used repeatedly throughout the course. Basic trigonometry will be defined and used often in problem solving. Some trigonometry experience is suggested; from there the Physics 125 course offers plenty of practice on trig basics.
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PH 126 - College Physics II (4/7)
Prerequisites: PH 125 or permission of instructor – This is the second semester of a basic algebra/trig non-calculus course sequence in general physics for non-physical science majors. It includes the study of waves, electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and topics in modern physics. Recommended Skills: Recommended Skills: As with , the prerequisite course for PH126, this course uses math in problem solving. The math skills consistent with high school algebra 2 will be used repeatedly throughout Physics 125 and 126. Basic trigonometry will be used in Physics 126 in the same manner as it was in Physics 125.
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PH 245 - Calculus Physics 1 (5/8)
Prerequisites: MA 133 with a grade of “C-” or higher or permission of instructor – Classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics are studied in PH 245. PH 245 serves engineering majors, physics majors, and students in related fields that need a calculus based physics sequence. PH 245 is offered during the day in the Fall semester and in the evenings during the Winter semester.
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PH 246 - Calculus Physics II (5/8)
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: or equivalent, and or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Students study electricity, magnetism, waves, and optics in PH 246. PH 246 is a calculus sequence physics course for science and engineering majors requiring a calculus physics sequence. This course is taught in the Fall semester in the evening and in the Winter semester during the day. Recommended Skills: Recommended Skills: Ability to integrate in a derivational setting is needed. An A math student can do this with 1 calculus course, a B math student needs 2 calculus courses, and a C math student needs to have had 3 calculus courses. Also Calculus Physics I or equivalent is needed. lculus Physics I or equivalent is required.
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Political Science |
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PS 110 - Survey of American Government (3/3)
This is an introductory course in American government and politics. Students will learn the theoretical and historical foundation of American government and the basic structure of institutions set forth in the Constitution. Utilizing current events, students will begin to understand the relationship - and power struggle - between the states and the federal government, interest groups and political parties, and citizens. Students will learn the impact that government has on our every-day lives through civil liberties and civil rights issues.
Recommended Skills: Students must be able to read, write and communicate effectively; and maintain research skills (including computer-aided research).
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PS 200 - State and Local Politics (3/3)
This course examines the structure, functions, and issues of state and local government with an emphasis on the State of Michigan. It covers the separation of powers and overlapping jurisdictions of states, counties, townships, cities, villages, and school districts. The issues of sovereignty, crime, education, economic development, and government finances will also be discussed. Recommended: EN 102 or equivalent - A student will need to be able to do college level writing, as well as use critical thinking skills.
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PS 201 - Comparative Governments (3/3)
This course will examine government and domestic politics as it exists in other countries around the world. It will use states in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas as case studies. Students will examine political, cultural, economic, and historical reasons for similarities and differences between countries. The United States will be useful as a point of reference. In the process students will discover alternative ways of dealing with familiar problems, and a greater understanding of the differences around our world.
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PS 202 - International Relations (3/3)
An introductory survey of the basic concepts, issues, and methods characterizing this interdependent world in which we live. It provides students a depth of understanding of foreign policy objectives, international actors’ interactions, and trends in the international system.
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PS 215 - The Survey of Asian Politics (4/4)
The political, economic, and cultural structures of major Southeast Asian countries such as China, Japan, and South Korea will be discussed with an emphasis on their governments, public policy-making process, and policy areas. This introductory course will enable students to get a handle on the subject and get prepared for future career and intellectual development. Countries or regions under consideration can be arranged to meet specific demand.
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PS 225 - The Politics of the North of Ireland (3/3)
This course will examine the government, domestic policies, political parties and interest groups present in the North of Ireland. Political, economic, cultural and ethnic issues will be explored and the historical development of these issues will be traced. Students will be expected to identify problems and alternatives to current issues facing the North of Ireland. This course is offered as an integral component of the Irish Foreign Studies Program and is only offered in conjunction with the travel program in Ireland.
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PS 230 - Introduction to Political Theory (3/3)
Prerequisites: PS 110 or PL 201 and EN 102 – The focus of political theory is on how political life should be organized, as opposed to on how it actually is. Through the study of major political theorists, we will try to find the answer to the fundamental question of political theory: What is a good society? Along the way, the course will cover the issues of the proper arrangements of political institutions, the most desirable ways for individuals to interact in politics, and the appropriate relationships between political institutions and individuals. It is intended for all students interested in political theory who have the required prerequisites.
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PS 245 - Great Decisions (2/2)
A foreign policy course featuring eight different guest speakers of national and international expertise on current global issues. The Great Decisions lecture series is sponsored by the Educational Partners of the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan. Focus of both lecture series and course is to develop greater knowledge of U.S. foreign policy, using as case studies the eight topics selected each year by the Foreign Policy Association.
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PS 250 - American Constitutional Foundations (3/3)
Prerequisites: “C-” or better in both PS 110 and EN 102 – PS 250 studies the significant and continuing impact that the judicial system has on the development of our political system. This course will introduce students to the process of constitutional decision making in the U.S., with particular emphasis on the U.S. Supreme Court. The course will analyze the political and constitutional sources of presidential, congressional, and judicial power, federalism, civil liberties and civil rights. In addition, the course will assess the potential societal changes decisions could produce and the importance of the Judiciary as a major player in social change in past and present American society.
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Practical Nursing |
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PN 132 - Medical - Surgical Nursing (6/10)
Prerequisites: NUR 103 – The nursing process is used to guide care for persons with medical-surgical nursing needs. Students learn the importance of interpersonal relationships and care for patients with simple health needs in structured health care and community settings.
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PN 135 - Family Nursing (6/10)
Prerequisites: PN 132 – This course includes the promotion of self-care for persons during the reproductive cycle. It is also concerned with the growth and development of the child from conception through adolescence and includes the care of children experiencing acute and chronic illnesses. It incorporates concepts of interpersonal relationships while promoting family-centered care.
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PN 141 - Medical-Surgical Nursing IV (6/10)
Prerequisites: PN 135 – The student will provide and assist with direct nursing care of persons with complex health needs that may be chronic and involve major lifestyle changes. Components of the nursing process will be utilized in structured health care and community settings. The nursing process is used to care for persons with complex health needs that may involve major life-style changes. Clinical experience is directed toward providing total care for complex and critically ill adults in acute care settings. Some sections of PN 141 require students to attend an additional one or two hours of structured learning assistance. Those sections are noted in the schedule of classes.
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PN 143 - Role Adjustment (5/8)
Prerequisites: PN 141 – The student explores the role of the Practical Nurse in various health care settings. Focus is on the care of groups of patients and collaboration with health team members.
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Psychology |
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PY 97 - Strategies for College and Life Success (3/3)
This course is for students in the College’s Academic Foundations Program. It is designed to assist students in becoming active learners through self-assessment, self-exploration, skill development, and building an understanding of the college environment. This class uses psychology to help students explore, understand, and problem solve larger life issues that may be interfering with their success as a learner while offering tools and techniques intended to improve college and life success.
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PY 106 - Managing Personal Stress (2/2)
An experiential study of causes of stress, physiological and psychological responses, and methods used to manage personal stress. Emphasis will be placed on the emerging field of behavioral or holistic medicine. Students participate in stress management techniques such as relaxation, meditation, hypnosis, biofeedback, and physical exercise.
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PY 201 - General Psychology (3/3)
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Minimum ACT score of 18 or Accuplacer equivalent. Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. This course is an introduction to the many different areas of which this discipline is comprised. These areas include: psychological theories, research methods, the relationship between brain and behavior, human development, learning, memory, cognition, group dynamics, personality theories and the identification and treatment of abnormal behavior.
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PY 203 - Applied Psychology: Psychology of Adjustment (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – A holistic approach to psychology and its application in the varied aspects of everyday life; emphasis is on personal adjustment and mental health. This class requires a deep investigation of one’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Typical classroom applications include learning, human development, stress, love, sex, identity, work, and loss.
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PY 231 - Abnormal Psychology (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – Abnormal Psychology is the scientific study of abnormal human behavior. This course examines contemporary scientific understanding of a wide variety of psychological disorders that affect people. Of particular focus are the causes, symptoms and effective treatment of psychological disorders from psychological, biological and sociocultural perspectives.
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PY 232 - Developmental Psychology (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – This course is the scientific study of how people change and remain the same from conception through death. Development is explored across the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial domains.
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PY 233 - Child Psychology (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – Child Psychology is the study of human development from conception through adolescence. The cognitive, physical, and psychosocial development of children and adolescents is explored through theory and research. Students are encouraged to apply knowledge of child development to everyday life.
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PY 234 - Adolescent Psychology (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – This course explores human development during adolescence (11-18 yrs) and early adulthood (18-25 yrs). The course emphasizes the role of culture and historical context in shaping physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development during this age period.
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PY 251 - Education Psychology (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – This course studies how psychology is applied to understanding teaching and learning in educational settings. It is designed to meet the pre-professional requirements for students who are planning on transferring as education majors to a four year school; therefore there is an out of classroom service learning component to the course.
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PY 260 - Social Psychology (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – This course is intended for students with a good foundation in psychology. Students will explore the relationship between individual behaviors and mental processes within the social environment. Typical applications of social psychology include social cognition and perception, attitudes, conformity, stereotyping, gender, group process, and aggression.
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PY 263 - Psychology of Learning (3/3)
Prerequisites: PY 201 – This course is intended for students with a good foundation in psychology. The course provides a historical, theoretical, and applied perspective on the psychology of learning. Topics include Behaviorism (classical and operant conditioning), Social Learning Theory, and Cognitivism (information-processing, constructivism, and socio-constructivism).
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PY 281 - Introduction to Statistics (4/4)
Prerequisites: PY 201 & MA 107 – Descriptive techniques in gathering data. Measures of central tendency. Measuring of dispersing with particular emphasis on the z-scores and applications to curve of probability. Tests of significance using t-test and chi-square. Sampling techniques of sample difference.
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Radiologic Technology |
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RT 100 - Orientation to Health Care (2/2)
Acquaints students with comprehensive health care of patients in radiology departments. Topics include patient communication, medical and surgical asepsis, body mechanics, vital signs, medical emergencies, drug administration, isolation techniques, and control of communicable diseases. Two hours lecture plus 20 hours of clinical orientation during the preceding summer.
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RT 110 - Radiographic Positioning-1 (4/5)
Prerequisites: Formal acceptance into the Associate Degree Program – Introduces beginning positioning. Student will simulate peer-positioning & operate radiographic machines, dispensing ionizing radiation to radiograph phantom anatomical body parts of upper & lower extremities, abdomen & chest. Didactic tests & Laboratory experiments are required.
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RT 111 - Radiographic Exposure-1 (3/5)
Prerequisites: Formal acceptance into the Associate Degree Program – The study of basic radiographic imaging and techniques. Topics include creating the beam and image with emphasis in radiation concepts, radiation protection, electricity, operation of radiographic generator and X-ray equipment, X-ray tube, X-ray production, prime factors of radiography, density, contrast, beam restriction, and intensifying screen cassettes and grids.
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RT 112 - Radiographic Positioning-2 (4/5)
Prerequisites: RT 100 , RT 110 , RT 111 – Topics include positioning of routine, radiologic examinations of the shoulder girdle, bony thorax, pelvic girdle, vertebral column, and special views of the knees. Consideration is given to topographic anatomical landmarks, demonstration of positions, radiographing the injured patient, long bone measurements, and scoliosis series. Lab exercises include radiographic positioning of the phantom and peer simulation.
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RT 113 - Radiographic Exposure 2 (3/5)
Prerequisites: RT 100 , RT 110 , RT 111 – Continuation of Radiographic Exposure 111. Continues development of topics analyzing the image, comparing exposure systems and special imaging systems. Topics include but are not limited to principles of radiography including detail and distortion, prime factors, digital radiography, radiographic film and processing, sensitometry, intensifying screens, quality control procedures, phototiming, and exposure conversion problems. Lab experience aids the student in formulating technical factors for optimal imaging.
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RT 130 - Clinical Practicum in Radiologic Technology 1 (3/3)
Prerequisites: RT 100 , RT 110 & RT 111 – Provides students with hospital clinical experience, permitting them to apply radiographic theory in all phases of radiologic technology. Specific objectives are listed in the Student Handbook. Formal and informal discussion groups meet weekly at each affiliating clinical facility. Sixteen (16) hours a week.
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RT 131 - Clinical Practicum in Radiologic Technology 2 (3/3)
Prerequisites: RT 112 , RT 113 , RT 130 – Provides students with hospital clinical experience, permitting them to apply radiographic theory in all phases of radiologic technology. Specific objectives are listed in the Student Handbook. Formal and informal discussion groups held weekly at each affiliating clinical facility. Forty hours (40) a week for eight weeks during the summer.
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RT 207 - Radiation Protection (2/2)
Prerequisites: RT 131 - Acquaints students with the effects of ionizing radiation on human tissue; includes methods of detecting radiation, determination of dosages, the physical interaction of radiation with matter, and an introduction to radioactive isotopes. Radiation safety and protection are stressed throughout.
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RT 210 - Radiographic Positioning 3 (4/5)
Prerequisites: RT 131 – Study of radiographic examination of pediatric radiography and skull. Includes portable positioning of the human skull at any age with special projections using modified positioning techniques. Special emphasis is given to skull anatomy and radiographic technique. Lab exercises include radiographic positioning of the phantom man and peer simulation.
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RT 211 - Survey of Medical-Surgical Diseases (2/3)
Prerequisites: RT 131 Provides an understanding of basic principles of pathology. Includes awareness of radiographic appearance of specific diseases on the radiograph.
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RT 212 - Radiographic Positioning 4 (4/5)
Prerequisites: RT 207 , RT 210 , RT 211 , RT 230 – Places primary emphasis on special procedures including angiographic studies and principles of cardiac catheterization and emphasis of different types of contrast agents, using specialized radiographic equipment. Lab experiments are provided to aid the student in writing a research paper.
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RT 213 - Radiologic Leadership Skills (2/2)
Prerequisites: RT 207 , RT 210 , RT 211 , RT 230 - Acquaints students with leadership skills, with emphasis on verbal and nonverbal communications. Covers a review of imaging, anatomy, positioning, equipment operation, patient care, and radiation protection.
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RT 215 - Physics of X-ray (4/4)
Prerequisites: RT 207 , RT 210 , RT 211 , RT 230 – Corequisites: Co-requisites: , , This course is a study of the physical principles underlying generation of diagnostic radiation. Topics include: electrical and physical concepts and their application to production and operation of x-ray circuits, transformers, rectifiers, and tubes. X-ray production and attenuation. Digital imaging acquistion. Four hours lecture/laboratory combination. Five hours lecture/laboratory combination.
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RT 230 - Clinical Practicum in Radiologic Technology 3 (4/4)
Prerequisites: RT 131 – Provides students with hospital clinical experience, permitting them to apply radiographic theory in all phases of radiologic technology. Formal and informal discussion groups held weekly at each affiliating clinical facility. 22.5 Hours a week
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RT 231 - Clinical Practicum in Radiologic Technology 4 (4/4)
Prerequisites: RT 207 , RT 210 , RT 211 , RT 230 – Provides the student with hospital clinical experience; permits students to apply radiographic theory in all phases of radiologic technology. Specific objectives are listed in the Student Handbook. Formal and informal discussion groups are held weekly at each affiliating clinical facility. 22.5 Hours a week
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RT 232 - Clinical Practicum in Radiologic Technology 5 (3/3)
Prerequisites: RT 212 , RT 213 , RT 215 , RT 231 (may be taken concurrently) – Provides students with hospital clinical experience, permitting them to apply radiographic theory in all phases of radiologic technology. Specific objectives are listed in the Student Handbook. Formal and informal discussion groups are held weekly at each affiliating clinical facility. 37.5 Hours a week for 7 weeks
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Reading |
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RD 95 - Reading for College Success (6/6)
Prerequisites: This course is mandatory for students who score below 32 on Accuplacer or based on AFP referral/ recommendation. Entering students will have placed below guidelines set for RD 097 as evidenced on Accuplacer scores. Corequisites: PY 97 and CO 3 The primary focus of this developmental reading class is vocabulary building and the reading process. With improvement in vocabulary, students can also expect to improve their comprehension. Students review, refresh, and reinforce skills that may have become less efficient through a lack of application. A structured reading and writing project is designed to improve reading skills. Pre and post testing and guided laboratory practice with Work Keys are also included in the course.This course is offered as a co-requisite with PY 97 and CO 3 . Ability to speak and be understood in conversational English is required upon entry.
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RD 97 - Introduction to College Reading (4/4)
Placement is determined by College testing. The primary focus of this developmental reading class is vocabulary building and the reading process. With improvement in vocabulary, students can also expect to improve their comprehension. Students review, refresh, and reinforce skills that my have become less efficient through a lack of application. A structured reading and writing project is designed to improve reading skills. Pre and post testing and guided laboratory practice are also included in the course.
NOTE: RD 097 is the first in a two-course sequence. If the initial placement is RD 097, students will be required to complete RD 097 and then RD 098.
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RD 98 - College Reading (4/4)
This is a developmental reading class which provides students the necessary time to review, refresh, and extend skills that may have become less efficient through a lack of application. The emphasis is on comprehension skills and an introduction to critical reading. To facilitate this development, a computer-assisted program must be completed. A structured reading and writing project are included in order to improve critical thinking and metacognitive skills.
RD098 is the second course in a two-course sequence; it follows RD097. If the initial placement is RD098, students will be required to complete the course requirements for RD098 only.
Placement is determined by College testing.
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Sign Language |
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SL 150 - Introduction to Deaf Culture (3/3)
This course provides introductory exposure to both technology and cultural perspectives and the implications of those perspectives for those that are deaf. Other topics to be covered include elements of the communication process, nonverbal communication, basic sign language terminology use and signs, both family and group dynamics, research, and oral presentations. This course is designed for students that wish to acquire knowledge of deaf culture and explore the field of sign language interpreting.
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SL 155 - Fingerspelling (2/2)
Prerequisites: SL 171 American Sign Language I – Fingerspelling is designed to provide the student with instruction and practice focused solely in both expressive and receptive fingerspelling skills as well as concentrated instruction in the used of numbers in American Sign Language. This course is intended for students that wish to explore the field of Sign Language interpreting.
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SL 171 - American Sign Language 1 (3/3)
This course is a basic introduction to American Sign Language and provides basic knowledge of American Sign Language vocabulary and grammar. Students in this course will learn the manual alphabet used in fingerspelling, 400 to 500 signs used in ASL, rules on grammar and syntax used in ASL, and discuss conversational techniques used with deaf adults.
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SL 172 - American Sign Language 2 (3/3)
Prerequisites: SL 171 American Sign Language I – This course is designed to increase knowledge and use of American Sign Language vocabulary and grammar. Students in this course will examine grammatical elements in ASL, and incorporate 300 to 500 more ASL signs to their vocabulary.
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SL 173 - American Sign Language 3 (3/3)
Prerequisites: SL 172 American Sign Language 2 with a grade of C or better – This course is designed to increase knowledge and use of American Sign Language vocabulary and grammar in conversational context. Students in this course will examine grammatical elements in ASL, and incorporate more ASL signs and their uses into their vocabulary.
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Social Work |
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SW 102 - Introduction to Social Welfare (3/3)
Prerequisites: Provides historical development of social welfare in the Old and New worlds. Overview of Social Work, Social Welfare and role of the Social Workers. Description of the establishment of Social Welfare and Social Service Programs existing in the United States. Discussion of values underlying the existing systems.
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SW 103 - Social Work Interviewing and Assessment (3/3)
Prerequisites: SO 205, SW 102 or permission of the Instructor – Introduction to types, purposes and stages of interviewing. Basic empathy training. Skill development for observation, listening, non-verbal communication, rapport-building, information giving and information gathering. Beginning assessment, monitoring and working with culturally diverse, oppressed, or psychologically maladaptive clients.
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Sociology |
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SO 251 - Principles of Sociology (3/3)
This course covers principles of society with reference to culture, population, social stratification, institutions, socialization of the child, group dynamics, personality, social change, gender and behavior, social roles and communities ; rational interpretation of man/woman and the culture in which he/she lives. Basic Comprehension skills–ability to understand and apply basic sociological concepts Basic Reading Skills–ability to read an introductory college sociology text Basic Technology Skills–word processing, email usage, file transfers, internet usage
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SO 254 - Social Problems (3/3)
This is an analysis of such major social problems as family and generation problems, divorce, youth contra-culture, the status of women, crime and delinquency, racial, ethnic, and religious prejudice, environmental crisis, population, and urban and rural problems. Basic Comprehension skills–ability to understand and apply basic sociological concepts. Basic Reading Skills–ability to read an introductory college sociology text. Basic Technology Skills–word processing, email usage, file transfers, internet usage
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SO 260 - Race and Ethnicity (3/3)
Students will examine issues of race, ethnicity, gender and social class in the context of the expanding global economy. Historical, sociological, medical and economic theories will also be applied to issues of multiculturalism in the United States as well as the world.
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SO 265 - Crime in Society (3/3)
Students will examine theoretical perspectives and explanations of crime which provide the foundation for studying both crime and the criminal justice system. Students will also focus on scientific methodology; measuring quantity, location and other features of crime.
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SO 270 - American Families in Transition (3/3)
Prerequisites: SO 251 Principles of Sociology – This course is a comprehensive view of the changing American family and encompasses the sociological, psychological, economical and political disciplines. Historical and contemporary subject matter will be discussed as well as the impact that changing economic and social conditions have had on the traditional family.
Recommended Skills: Basic Comprehension skills–ability to understand and apply basic sociological concepts, Basic Reading Skills–ability to read an introductory college sociology text, Basic Technology Skills–word processing, email usage, file transfers, internet usage.
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Spanish |
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SP 101 - Introductory Spanish-1 (4/4)
Introduction to Spanish. Spanish 101 introduces the pronunciation, vocabulary and basic grammar of Spanish. In addition, the course treats the culture of Spanishspeaking countries. Vocabulary, grammar, listening comprehension speaking are reviewed and practiced on a required web based site that accompanies the text.
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SP 102 - Introductory Spanish-2 (4/4)
A continuation of the study of Spanish begun in SP 101 or its equivalent. Spanish 102 focuses on the tenses, grammar and structure of the Spanish language, increases vocabulary and provides opportunity for the student to increase speaking and comprehension skills, as well as composition ability and exposure to cultural components. Increased use of the International Language Laboratory.
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SP 215 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers I (4/4)
Prerequisites: Instructor / Advisor / Counselor or departmental permission. Introduction to Spanish for native speakers, quasi-native speakers and bilingual speakers of varying abilities. This class emphasizes the maturity of communicative ability where students are expected to use language to learn more about their cultural heritage, to develop literacy skills, to strengthen academic language skills in Spanish and to enhance their career opportunities. The class is designed to address specific language and grammar issues for heritage learners. It will help develop and expand the students’ vocabulary as well as their listening comprehension, oral communication and writing skills.
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SP 216 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers II (4/4)
Prerequisites: SP 215 , Instructor/Advisor/Counselor or departmental permission The class continues the study from Spanish for Heritage Speakers I. Heritage learners will have further practice developing their language skills with emphasis on different grammar, pronunciation and language issues. The class provides additional areas to explore cultural heritage beyond the student¿s own and enhances their career opportunities. Students will strengthen their writing, reading, oral communication and listening comprehension skills.
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SP 231 - Intermediate Spanish-1 (4/4)
A global review of the structure of the Spanish language and culture, emphasizing reading skills, listening proficiency, improved speaking proficiency and accurate writing ability. The language is studied using modern short stories as a point of departure. Software is used in the Language Laboratory for review of grammar.
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SP 232 - Intermediate Spanish-2 (4/4)
Continued global review of Spanish language and culture Extensive vocabulary growth and increased comprehension of spoken Spanish. Greater proficiency in conversing about short stories and personal experiences, as well as in expression of personal opinions and ideas. International Language Laboratory use for study of literary selections and review of grammar topics.
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Sustainability |
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SUS 201 - Introduction to Sustainability (3/3)
This course aims to address the real life challenges of sustainability by building the change agent capacities of students. This course will provide an overview of the principles and practices of sustainability, with an emphasis on the components of the triple bottom line: Economic stability, Social equity, and Environmental viability from a systems perspective. Course will be taught with a focus on collaboration and student involvement in projects. Students will be introduced to information from a number of different academic areas such as biology, chemistry, sociology, economics and political science.
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Technology |
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TE 103 - Intermediate Technical Mathematics (4/4)
Prerequisites: 19 or higher in Math portion of the ACT, OR 77 or higher on Algebra section of Accuplacer, OR 121 or higher on Arithmetic section of Accuplacer, OR successful completion of MA098 This course emphasizes the contextualization and applications of mathematics specific to fields of study in manufacturing and trades. This is accomplished through use of examples and exercises explaining the use of math in disciplines such as construction, plumbing, auto mechanics, electronics, CAD/drafting, tool and die and more. Areas of study incorporate fractions, Scientific notation, percentages, ratios, proportions, direct and inverse variation, formulas and their transpositions, linear systems and equations, and quadratic equations.
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TE 104 - Advanced Technical Mathematics (3/3)
Prerequisites: TE 103 or equivalent – This course uses extensive applications to represent mathematical operations used in various fields including plumbing, HVAC, welding, manufacturing and design, electronics, construction, and mechanics. Examples and exercises explicitly involve applications in these areas for conversion of measurement units, significant figures, applied geometry, trigonometric functions of right and oblique triangles, charts, graphs, basic statistical calculations and formulas.
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