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EMP 189 - Applied Anatomy and Physiology for the Paramedic 4 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Program; ENG 101 ; MTH 100 , MTH 116 , or higher.
This course introduces human anatomy and physiology and includes concepts related to basic chemistry; fluid, electrolyte, and acid-based balance; functions of cell, tissues, organs, and systems; pathophysiology; and associated medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on applying content to signs, symptoms, and treatments; and situations commonly seen by paramedics. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure and function of the human body.
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EMP 191 - Paramedic Preparatory 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Program; ENG 101 ; MTH 100 , MTH 116 , or higher.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s); EMP 189 , EMP 192 , EMP 193 , EMP 194 .
Note: HPS-110, Introduction to Health Care, may be substituted for this course.
This course introduces issues related to the practice of prehospital advanced life support as a career, with a focus on issues common to all health care professions. Content areas include: paramedic roles and responsibilities, well-being of the paramedic, illness and injury prevention, medical-legal-ethical issues, therapeutic communications, and medical terminology. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 192 - Paramedic Operations 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT-Paramedic Program; ENG 101 ; MTH 100 , MTH 116 , or higher.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s); EMP 189 , EMP 192, EMP 193 , EMP 194 .
This course focuses on the perational knowledge and skills needed for safe and effective patient care within the paramedic’s scope of practice. Content areas include: pathophysiology, life span development, ambulance operations, medical incident command, rescue awareness and operations, hazardous materials incidents, crime scene awareness, and Alabama EMS laws and rules. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective component of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMTParamedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health
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EMP 193 - Patient Assessment and Management 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s).
This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to perform a comprehensive patient assessment, make initial management decisions, and to communicate assessment findings and patient care verbally and in writing. Content areas include: airway management, history taking, techniques of the physical examination, patient assessment, clinical decision making, communications, documentation, and assessment based management. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMTParamedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 194 - Paramedic General Pharmacology 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s).
Note: HPS-104, General Pharmacology for the Health Sciences, may be substituted for this course.
This course introduces basic pharmacological agents and concepts, with an emphasis on drug classifications and the knowledge and skills required for safe, effective medication administration. Content areas include: general principles of pharmacology and pharmacologic pathophysiology; venous and intraosseous access techniques, the metric and apothecary system; computation of dosage and solution problems, administration of pharmacologic agents; and nasogastric tube placement. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 195 - Advanced Trauma Management A 6 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s), approved for clinical studies, EMP 189 , EMP 191 , EMP 192 , EMP 193 , EMP 194 , EMP 198 , EMP 199 , EMP 200 , EMP 203 .
Note: The combination of EMP- 196, Advanced Trauma Management-B, and EMP-197, Clinical Competencies-I will substitute for this course.
This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for trauma patients. Content areas include the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of trauma as related to trauma systems; mechanisms of injury; hemorrhage and shock; soft tissue injuries; burns; and head, facial, spinal, thoracic, abdominal, and musculoskeletal trauma. Theory and skills are applied to a variety of patient situations in the clinical setting, with a focus on patient assessment, trauma management, advanced airway management, I.V./I.O. initiation and medication administration. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT- Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 198 - Medical Patient Management I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s).
This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific medical conditions. Content areas include: pulmonology, neurology, gastroenterology, renal/urology, toxicology, hematology, environmental conditions, infectious and communicable diseases, abuse and assault, patients with special challenges, and acute interventions for the chronic care patient. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 199 - Cardiovascular Electrophysicology 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s).
This course introduces the cardiovascular system, cardiovascular electrophysiology, and electrocardiographic monitoring. Content areas include: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular electrophysiology, electrocardiographic monitoring, rhythm analysis, and prehospital 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring and interpretation. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT- Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 200 - Medical Patient Management IIA 6 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program; ENG 101 ; MTH 100 , MTH 116 , or higher.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s), approved for clinical studies, EMP 198 , EMP 199 , EMP 200, EMP 203 .
Note: The combination of EMP-201, Medical Patient Management-IIB, and EMP-202, Clinical Competencies-II will substitute for this course.
This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific medical conditions. Content areas include: endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis, behavioral/psychiatric conditions, gynecology, obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, and geriatrics. In the clinical setting, theory and skills are applied to a variety of medical situations across the life span of the patient, with a focus on communication with and management of cardiac, acute care, psychiatric/behavioral, obstetrical, newborn, pediatric, geriatric, and acute interventions for chronic care patients, and patients with special challenges. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 203 - Cardiovascular Patient Management 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program; EMP-199; ENG 101 ; MTH 100 , MTH 116 , or higher.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s), EMP 198 , EMP 199 , EMP 200 , EMP 203.
This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific cardiovascular conditions. Content areas include: assessment of the cardiovascular patient, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease, and techniques of management including appropriate pharmacologic agents and electrical therapy. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMTParamedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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EMP 204 - Transition to Paramedic Practice 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s), EMP 195 , EMP 204, EMP 205 , EMP 206 , EMP 207 .
This course is designed to meet additional state and local educational requirements for paramedic practice. Content may include: prehospital protocols, transfer medications, topics in critical care and transport, system presentation, and/or national standard certification courses as dictated by local needs or state requirement. Upon completion, the student should have met all ancillary educational requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health and local employers.
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EMP 205 - Paramedic Terminal Competencies 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program, approved anatomy and physiology course(s), EMP 206 .
Corequisite: EMP 195 , EMP 204 , EMP 206 , EMP 207 .
This course is designed to review the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT- Paramedic and to assist students in preparation for the paramedic licensure examination. Emphasis is placed on validation of knowledge and skills through didactic review, skills lab performance, computer simulation, and practice testing. Upon completion, the student should be sufficiently prepared to sit for the paramedic licensure examination.
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EMP 206 - Paramedic Field Preceptorship 6 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program. Approved anatomy and physiology course(s), approved for clinical studies.
This course provides field experiences in the pre-hospital setting with advanced life support EMS units. Under the direct supervision of a field preceptor, students synthesize cognitive knowledge and skills developed in the skills laboratory and hospital clinical to provide safe and effective patient care in the prehospital environment. Upon completion, the student should have refined and validated his or her patient care practices to provide safe and effective patient care over a broad spectrum of patient situations and complaints.
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EMP 207 - Paramedic Team Leader Preceptorship 1 Hr.
Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program, approved anatomy and physiology course(s).
Corequisite: EMP 195 , EMP 204 , EMP 205 , EMP 206 .
This course is designed to evaluate the student’s ability to integrate didactic,psychomotor skills, clinical, and field internship instruction to serve as a competent entry-level paramedic. This final evaluative (rather than instructional) course focuses on the student’s professional attributes and integrative competence in clinical decision-making and team leadership in the pre-hospital setting. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated adequate knowledge and skills, professional attitudes and attributes, clinical decisionmaking, and team leadership abilities to effectively function as a competent entry-level paramedic.
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Emergency Medicine/Refresher Courses |
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EMS 113 - Infection Control for Health Professionals 1 Hr.
Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed for students planning to enter a health related field of study or public service occupations. The course focuses on the sources of communicable diseases and describes methods for prevention of transmission of bloodborne and airborne pathogens. Topics include prevention; universal precautions (body-substance isolation) and asepsis; immunization; exposure control; disposal; labeling; transmission; exposure determination; post-exposure reporting; and an exposure control plan. The course is taught following current guidelines set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in the clinical setting, identify potential sources of blood-borne and airborne pathogens, and use appropriate universal precautions.
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EMS 150 - EMT-Basic Refresher 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Completion of a NSTC course for EMT-Basic or None.
This course provides the student with theory in review of the current National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the EMT-Basic. It also serves as a transition or bridge course when a new national curriculum is adopted. This course contains specific content areas as defined by the NSTC. The student is required to complete specific competencies, as outlined by the NSTC, for successful course completion.
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EMS 153 - EMS Dispatcher 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: None.
This course provides students with theory as contained in the National Training Curriculum (NSTC) for EMS Dispatcher. This course is designed to prepare EMS dispatcher personnel to operate a telecommunication base station for the purpose of receiving request for emergency medical services and allocating community resources in a response to such request. Upon completion, the student should have an understanding of emergency medical services dispatch procedures and be able to effectively receive a call or dispatch appropriate personnel, utilizing a scenario in a simulated situation.
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EMS 190 - EMT-Intermediate Refresher 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Completion of a NSTC course for the EMT-Intermediate.
This course provides students with a review of material contained in the National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the EMT-Intermediate. It also serves as a transition or bridge course when a new national curriculum is adopted. This course contains specific content areas as defined by the NSTC and the Alabama Department of Public Health. The student is required to complete specific competencies according to the NSTC for successful course completion.
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EMS 265 - Paramedic Refresher 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: Completion of a NSTC course for the Paramedic or None.
This course provides students with a review of material contained in the current National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the Paramedic. It also serves as a transition or bridge course when a new national curriculum is adopted. This course contains specific content areas as defined by the NSTC. The student is required to complete specific competencies for successful course completion.
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Engineering |
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EGR 125 - Modern Graphics for Engineers 3 Hrs.
This course provides an introduction to manual and computer-assisted techniques of graphic communication employed by professional engineers. Topics include: lettering; instrumental and computer-aided drafting, technical sketching, orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional, and auxiliary views and dimensioning.
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EGR 156 - Computer Methods for Engineers 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: MTH 115.
This course consists of engineering applications using the FORTRAN IV computer programming language.
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English |
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COM 100 - Introductory Technical English I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 092 or equivalent placement score.
This course is designed to enhance reading and writing skills for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on technical reading, job-related vocabulary, sentence writing, punctuation, and spelling with substantial focus on occupational performance requirements. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify main ideas with supporting details and produce mechanically correct short writings appropriate to the workplace.
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ENG 092 - Basic English I 2-4 Hrs.
This course is a review of basic writing skills and basic grammar. Emphasis is placed on the composing process of sentences and paragraphs in standard American written English. The student should demonstrate these skills chiefly through the writing of well-developed, multi-sentence paragraphs.
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ENG 093 - Basic English II 2-4 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 092 or equivalent placement score.
This course is a review of composition skills and grammar. Emphasis is placed on coherence and the use of a variety of sentence structures in the composing process and on standard American written English usage. The student should demonstrate these skills chiefly through the writing of paragraph blocks and short essays.
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ENG 101 - English Composition I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 093 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
English Composition I provides instruction and practice in the writing of at least six (6) extended compositions and the development of analytical and critical reading skills and basic reference and documentation skills in the composition process. English Composition I may include instruction and practice in library usage.
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ENG 102 - English Composition II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 101 .
English Composition II provides instruction and practice in the writing of six (6) formal, analytical essays, at least one of which is a research project using outside sources and/or references effectively and legally. Additionally, English Composition II provides instruction in the development of analytical and critical reading skills in the composition process. English Composition II may include instruction and practice in library usage.
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ENG 246 - Creative Writing I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 102 .
This course provides instruction and practice in the writing of critical analysis of imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis is placed on originality in the creative writing process, and this course may include instruction on publishing. The student will compose a significant body of imaginative literature, which may be read by or to the class.
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ENG 251 - American Literature I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 102 .
This course is a survey of American literature from its inception to the middle of the nineteenth century. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, the student should be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
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ENG 252 - American Literature II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 102 .
This course is a survey of American literature from the middle of the nineteenth century to the present. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion, the student should be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
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ENG 261 - English Literature I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 102 .
This course is a survey of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Romantic Age. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, the student should be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
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ENG 262 - English Literature II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 102 .
This course is a survey of English literature from the Romantic Age to the present. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, the student should be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
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ENG 271 - World Literature I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 102 .
This course is a study of selected literary masterpieces from Homer to the Renaissance. Emphasis is placed on major representative works and writers of this period on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, the student should be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
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ENG 272 - World Literature II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 102 .
This course is a study of selected literary masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present. Emphasis is placed on major representative works and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, the student should be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism and research.
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Fire Science/Fire Services Management |
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FSC 100 - Basic Firemanship 2 Hrs.
This course is an introduction to the basics of Fire Science, including fire chemistry, salvage, hydraulics, laying hose, laddering, and overhaul work.
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FSC 101 - Introduction to the Fire Service 3 Hrs.
This course is a survey of the philosophy and history of fire protection, loss of property and life by fire, review of municipal fire defenses, and the organization and function of federal, state, county, city, and private fire protection.
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FSC 103 - Hazardous Materials I 3 Hrs.
This is a survey of fundamental facts and operations applicable to hazardous materials incidents. The emphasis is on storage, handling, standards, special equipment, toxicology, and monitoring.
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FSC 104 - Hazardous Materials II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: FSC 103 .
This course is a continuation of the study of hazardous materials and application to specialized hazardous materials response teams. Emphasis is placed onspecialized skills and equipment required to mitigate a hazardous materials incident.
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FSC 105 - Chemistry for the Fire Service 3 Hrs.
This is a survey of general chemistry as applied to the fire service. Emphasis is on fundamental facts, principles, theories, and applications.
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FSC 111 - Fire Hydraulics 3 Hrs.
This course is a review of basic mathematics, hydraulic laws and formulae as applied to the fire service, water supply problems, and underwriters’ requirement for pumps.
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FSC 120 - Fire Hazards 3 Hrs.
The course includes the characteristics and behavior of fire; fire-hazard properties of solid, liquid, and gas materials; and the storage and handling of these materials.
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FSC 130 - Introduction to Fire Suppression 3 Hrs.
This course is a study of fire suppression, organization, fire suppression equipment, characteristics and behavior of fire, and fire hazard properties of ordinary materials.
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FSC 200 - Fire Combat Tactics and Strategy 3 Hrs.
This course is a review of fire chemistry, equipment and manpower, basic fire fighting tactics and strategy, methods of attack, and pre-planning fire problems.
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FSC 205 - Fire Instructor I 3 Hrs.
This course is a study of the instructor’s roles and responsibilities; factors that influence the teaching/learning process; the techniques of planning, preparing, and presenting an effective lesson; training aids and their utilization; and the purpose and principles of testing and evaluation.
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FSC 206 - Fire Instructor II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: FSC 205 .
This is a study of task and job analysis; behavioral/performance objectives; lesson plan and instructional material development; the teaching/learning process; methods of instruction and evaluation; and the use of references.
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FSC 207 - Fire Instructor III 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: FSC 206 .
This is a study of occupational analysis; development of course instructional materials, evaluations, and training records and reports.
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FSC 210 - Building Construction for the Fire Service 3 Hrs.
This course highlights and assesses the problems and hazards to fire personnel when a building is attacked by fire or is under stress from other factors dealing with collapse.
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FSC 211 - Building Construction and Related Codes 3 Hrs.
This course includes a thorough examination of national, state, and local laws and ordinances which regulate and/or influence the field of fire prevention.
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FSC 220 - Fire Extinguishment Agents 3 Hrs.
This is a study of water supplies and services, principles of hydraulic calculations and tests, fire extinguishing chemicals, and the selection and use of extinguishing agents.
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FSC 230 - The ISO (AIA) Standards 3 Hrs.
This course is a study of insurance theory and practice, the economics of the ISO grading system, and a city’s fire defense and insurance rates. Included is a detailed analysis of a city’s water supply, fire department, fire alarm, fire prevention, and other grading methods of fire defense.
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FSC 235 - Breathing Apparatus Specialist Course 3 Hrs.
This is an in-depth survey of respiratory hazards, search and rescue techniques, emergency procedures and routine care, and inspection procedures as related to the fire service. Extreme emphasis is placed upon understanding and handling personal and equipment limitations.
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FSC 240 - Fire Cause Determination 3 Hrs.
This course covers the burning characteristics of combustibles, interpretation of clues, burn patterns leading to points of origin, identification of incendiary indications, sources of ignition an ignited materials, and preservation of fire scene evidence.
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FSC 241 - Arson Investigation 3 Hrs.
This is an introduction to arson and incendiarism, arson laws, methods of determining fire causes, evidence, interviewing and detaining witnesses, procedures in handling juveniles, and court procedures.
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FSC 250 - Fire Prevention Inspection 3 Hrs.
This is a study of the organization and function of the fire prevention team. Course content includes inspections, survey and mapping procedures, recognition of fire hazards, and public relations as affected by fire prevention.
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FSC 260 - Special Service Hazards 3 Hrs.
This is a study of electrical transmissions and related equipment appliances, radiation hazards, flammable metals, and riots, disaster and civil defense organizations, and hazard plans.
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FSC 270 - Fire Protection Systems 3 Hrs.
This is a study of portable fire extinguishing equipment, sprinkler systems, protection systems for special hazards, and fire alarms and detection systems.
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FSC 280 - Fire Apparatus and Equipment 3 Hrs.
This is a study of driving laws, techniques, construction and operation of pumping engines, ladder trucks, aerial platforms, specialized equipment and apparatus maintenance.
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FSC 285 - Industrial Fire Protection 3 Hrs.
This is an introduction to fire protection in industrial plants, which includes the study of practices and procedures involved in establishing and managing an inplant fire protection plan.
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FSC 292 - Elements of Supervision/fire Service Supervision 3 Hrs.
This course covers the responsibility of supervisors, organization, human relations, grievance training, rating, promotion, quality-quantity control and management-employee relations.
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FSC 293 - Fire Service Administration 3 Hrs.
This is a study of the principles, practices and objectives of fire administration, of fire defenses and insurance rates, of personnel management, and of records, reports, and evaluation.
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FSC 294 - Fire Department Management 3 Hrs.
This is an introduction to planning, budgeting organization, staffing, evaluation, and public relations of fire departments.
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FSC 297 - Selected Topics in Fire Service Operations 1-3 Hrs.
This course provides directed reading and discussion of selected topics related to fire service operations. The course may be repeated for credit.
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FSC 299 - Legal Aspects of the Fire Service 3 Hrs.
This is an introduction to the overall legal duties, responsibilities and limitations placed upon the fire service professional. It includes the study and practical application of civil and criminal procedures based upon current state and federal codes.
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French |
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FRN 101 - Introductory French I 4 Hrs.
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course provides an introduction to French. Topics include the development of basic communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge of the cultures of French-speaking areas.
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FRN 102 - Introductory French II 4 Hrs.
Prerequisite: FRN 101 .
This continuation course includes the development of basic communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge of the cultures of French-speaking areas.
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Geography |
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GEO 100 - World Regional Geography 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 093 or equivalent placement in ENG 101 , RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course surveys various countries and major regions of the world with respect to location and landscape, world importance, political status, population, type of economy, and its external and internal organization problems and potentials.
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GEO 200 - Geography of North America 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: GEO 100 .
This course is a survey of the geography of the United States and Canada with special emphasis on land usage, mineral resources, industrial development, and social and economic adaptation of man and the natural environment.
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Health Education |
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HED 199 - Ecological Approach to Health and Fitness 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course examines a myriad of factors influencing health and fitness behavior. Intrapersonal, interpersonal, institutional, community, and public policy factors are examined.
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HED 221 - Personal Health 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course introduces principles and practices of personal and family health; it includes human reproduction, growth and development, psychological dimensions of health, human sexuality, nutrition and fitness, aging, and death and dying.
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HED 231 - First Aid 3 Hrs.
This course provides instruction to the immediate, temporary care which should be given to the victims of accidents and sudden illness. It also includes standard and advanced requirements of the American Red Cross, and/or the American Heart Association. CPR training is also included.
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HED 232 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3 Hrs.
This course provides a study of specific athletic injuries, their treatment, and preventive measures.
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HED 277 - CPR Recertification 1 Hr.
Prerequisite: Prior certification in CPR.
In this course, instruction and review of updated information concerning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is presented. The student must satisfactorily execute skills needed to meet requirements for recertification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) as required by the American Heart Association.
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HED 299 - Special Topics: Stress Management 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course will permit the student to focus on, examine, and address current specific issues and topics in the general area of health and disease. Stress management techniques will be described and evaluated and the relationship between stress and disease will be discussed.
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Health Information Technologies |
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HIT 230 - Medical Coding Systems I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 and BIO 150 .
This course is intended to develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign valid diagnostic and procedure codes. Instruction includes description of classification and nomenclature systems, coding diagnoses and procedures, sequencing codes, analyzing actual medical records to identify data elements to be coded, and validating coded clinical information. Student competency includes demonstration of coding principles, and applications (manual and/or computer assisted).
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HIT 232 - Medical Coding Systems II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: HIT 230 .
This course is a continuation of Medical Coding Systems I which is intended to develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign valid diagnostic and procedure codes. Instruction includes coding diagnoses and procedures, sequencing codes, analyzing actual medical records to identify data elements to be coded, validating coded clinical information, DRG assignment and case mix/severity of illness data. Student competency includes demonstration of coding principles and applications (manual and/or computer assisted).
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HIT 260 - Professional Practice Experience 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: HIT 232 .
This course allows the student to correlate the experience of previous courses with on-site and on-campus laboratory learning experience. Emphasis is placed on application of all previous course work and orientation to all aspects of practice in a health information management department of a health care facility. Student competency is demonstrated by application of skills covered in theory and laboratory classes.
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History |
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HIS 101 - Western Civilization I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 093 or equivalent placement in ENG 101 , RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course is a survey of social, intellectual, economic, and political developments, which have molded the modern western world. This course covers the ancient and medieval periods and concludes in the era of the Renaissance and Reformation.
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HIS 102 - Western Civilization II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 093 or equivalent placement in ENG 101 , RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course is a continuation of HIS 101 . It surveys development of the modern western world from the era of the Renaissance and Reformation to the present.
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HIS 201 - United States History I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 093 or equivalent placement in ENG 101 , RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course surveys United States history during the colonial, Revolutionary, early national and antebellum periods. It concludes with the Civil War and Reconstruction.
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HIS 202 - United States History II 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 093 or equivalent placement in ENG 101 , RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course is a continuation of HIS 201 . It surveys United States history from the Reconstruction era to the present.
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HIS 260 - Alabama History 3 Hrs.
This course surveys the development of the state of Alabama from prehistoric times to the present. The course presents material on the discovery, exploration, colonization, territorial period, antebellum Alabama, Reconstruction, and modern history.
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Home Economics |
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HEC 140 - Principles of Nutrition 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course introduces students to the principles of nutrition and the role and functions of nutrients in man’s food. Basic information concerning food selection and nutrition as a factor in health, ecology, and economy is included. Implications of nutrition for children may be stressed.
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Humanities |
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HUM 298 - Directed Studies in Humanities 1-3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ENG 093 or equivalent placement in ENG 101 , RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and faculty and the course may be repeated for credit.
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HUM 299-01 - PTK Honors Course I 1 Hr.
This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and faculty and the course may be repeated for credit. .
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HUM 299-02 - PTK Honors Course II 1 Hr.
This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and faculty and the course may be repeated for credit.
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HUM 299-03 - PTK Honors Course III 1 Hr.
This course provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The specific topics will be determined by the interests of the students and faculty and the course may be repeated for credit.
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ILT 100 - Applied Electronic Computations 3 Hrs.
This course is an applied mathematics and algebra course for students in electronics or similar programs. Topics include decimals, fractions, negative numbers, powers and roots, the metric systems, logarithms, applied trigonometry, and algebra. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform applied mathematics calculations needed in electronics.
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ILT 106 - Concepts of Direct Current 5 Hrs.
This course provides a study of basic concepts and application of direct current (DC). Specific topics include but are not limited to: an introduction to electrical theory, units and electrical measurement, DC electrical components, and constructing various types of DC circuits. Students gain hands-on experience through various laboratory problems. Emphasis is placed on the use of scientific calculators and the operation of common test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot DC circuits and to prove the theories taught during classroom instruction.
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ILT 107 - Concepts of Alternating Current 5 Hrs.
This course provides a study of basic concepts and application of alternating current (AC). Specific topics include but are not limited to: an introduction to AC electrical theory, AC electrical measurements, and constructing and measuring various types of AC circuits. Students gain hands-on experience through various laboratory problems. Emphasis is placed on the use of scientific calculators and the operation of various test equipment used to analyze and troubleshoot AC circuits.
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ILT 111 - Concepts of Solid State Electronics 5 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
This course is an introduction to semiconductor fundamentals and applications to the electronic devices. Course covers the basic operations and applications to include rectifier circuits, transistors, and thyristors. Coverage is given to safety, use, and care with hazardous materials and personal as well as material and environmental considerations. Upon completion, the student should be able to construct and test for proper operation of various types of solid state devices.
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ILT 112 - Concepts of Digital Electronics 5 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 113 .
This course provides instruction in digital electronics. Topics include: number systems and codes, a review of Boolean algebra, logic elements, digital circuits, programmable logic circuits, and memory and computing circuits. This course provides laboratory exercises to analyze, construct, test, and troubleshoot digital circuits.
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ILT 113 - Concepts of Electronic Circuits 5 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
This course covers the commonly utilized circuits found in all areas of electronics. These include various rectifiers, filters, voltage regulating circuits, operational amplifier circuits, ICs, and oscillator circuits. Upon completion, the student should be able to construct and test various types of electronic circuits.
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ILT 115 - Advanced Industrial Controls 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
Corequisite: ILT 116 .
This course emphasizes the fundamentals and applications of solid state motor starters. Topics include DC drives, AC variable frequency drives, thyristers, sequences circuits and closed loop control including PID process control. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply principles of solid state motor starters.
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ILT 116 - Advanced Industrial Controls Lab 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
Corequisite: ILT 115 .
This lab emphasis DC drives, AC variable frequency drives, thyristers, sequences circuits and closed loop control including PID process control. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply principles of solid state motor starters.
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ILT 148 - Automatic Controls Systems 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
Corequisite: ILT 149 .
This course emphasizes automated control systems and sub-systems. Topics include robotics, programmable hydraulics, pneumatic, microprocessor, variablespeed drives, transducers, and related control circuitry with emphasis on troubleshooting the total system. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply principles of automated control systems.
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ILT 149 - Automatic Controls Systems Lab 2 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
Corequisite: ILT 148 .
This lab emphasizes robotics, programmable hydraulics/pneumatic, microprocessors, variable-speed drives, transducers, and related control circuitry with emphasis on troubleshooting the total system. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply principles of automated control systems.
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ILT 164 - Circuit Fabrication 1 Hr.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
This course provides instruction in fabrication of functional circuits and is an introduction to device construction and fabrication. Utilizing discrete components, students will fabricate functional circuits. Topics include soldering, cable construction, coaxial cable connection and termination, component mounting cases, and chassis, printed circuit board design, layout, fabrication, and repair, as well as soldering techniques, care of tools, wire splicing, wire wrapping, connector maintenance, and related shop safety. Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to perform basic circuit and project construction.
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ILT 167 - AC/DC Machinery and Controls I 3 Hrs.
Prerequisite: ILT 107 .
This course provides the student with knowledge in AC/DC machinery and controls. Topics include the characteristics and operating principles of the different types of AC/DC generators and motors, manual and automatic starters and controllers. The lab enables students to test, troubleshoot and repair AC/DC machinery and controls. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply practical skills in AC/DC machinery.
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ILT 169 - Hydraulics/Pneumatics 3 Hrs.
This course provides an introduction to hydraulics/pneumatics. Topics include hydraulic pumps, pneumatic compressors work and system components such as valves, filters, regulators, actuators, accumulators, and lubricators. The lab enables students to test, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic pumps, pneumatic compressors work and system components such as valves, filters, regulators, actuators, accumulators, and lubricators. Upon completion, students will be able to apply principles of hydraulic/pneumatics.
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ILT 176 - Elements of Industrial Control 3 Hrs.
Corequisite: ILT 177 .
This course covers the basics of automatic control of industrial systems using the programmable logic controller. Topics include relay logic, ladder logic, motor controls, and the development of ladder logic using software. Upon completion of this course and the associated lab, a student should be able to configure and program a PLC.
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ILT 177 - Elements of Industrial Control Lab 2 Hrs.
Corequisite: ILT 176 .
This course covers the basics of automatic control of industrial systems using the programmable logic controller. Topics include relay logic, ladder logic, motor controls, and the development of adder logic using software. Upon completion of this course and the associated theory course, a student should be able to configure and program a PLC.
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