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ELT 217 - Transformers
3 Hours: 2T, 3L
Prerequisite or Co-Requisite: ELT 117 or ILT 167
This course is designed to train the student in the theory of operation, various connections, troubleshooting, and repair of single phase as well as three phase transformers. KVA load calculations and applications will also be covered in the class. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform calculations relating to transformers, make proper Delta and WYE connections, and understand the basic polarity and voltage test for each application.
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ELT 221 - Electronics for Electricians
3 Hours: 2T, 1L
This course introduces the basic principles of solid state electronic equipment as found in many electrical and motor control circuits. Emphasis is placed on fundamental concepts of diodes, transistors, FETs and MOSFETs as they are used in electrical control circuits. Upon completion, the student should be able to explain the basic operation of these solid state components and perform basic troubleshooting tasks.
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ELT 224 - Security and Alarm Systems
3 Hours: 2T, 1L
This course introduces the basic operation and installation of home and business security and fire alarm systems as well as low voltage (under 30v) systems such as lighting, door chimes, and intercom systems. Emphasis is placed on installation of home and business security and fire alarm systems. Upon completion, students should be able to install residential and commercial security systems in accordance with code and directives.
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ELT 230 - Programmable Controls
6 Hours: 4T, 2L
Prerequisite: ELT 209 or ILT 197
This state-of-the art course includes the fundamental principles of programmable logic controls (PLCs) including hardware, programming, and program design. Emphasis is placed on hardwiring associated with PLC, different options available with most PLCs, basic ladder logic programming, developing working programs, timers, counters, different special functions, and designing programs from existing hardwired systems. Upon completion, students will develop programs, load programs into PLCs, and troubleshoot systems.
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ELT 231 - Programmable Controls I
3 Hours: 2T, 3L
Prerequisite: ELT 209 or ILT 194
This state-of-the art course includes the fundamental principles of programmable logic controls (PLCs) including hardware and programming. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to, the following: hardwiring associated with the PLC, different options available with most PLCs, and basic ladder logic programming. Upon completion, the student must demonstrate ability by developing programs, loading programs into real world PLCs, and troubleshooting the system.
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ELT 232 - Programmable Controls II
3 Hours: 2T, 3L
Prerequisite: ELT 231 or ILT 194
This state-of-the-art course includes the principals of PLCs, including hardware, programming, and program design. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to, the following: developing working programs, timers, counters, and special functions, as well as designing programs from existing hardwired systems. Upon completion, the student must demonstrate ability by developing programs, loading programs into real world PLCs, and troubleshooting the system.
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ELT 233 - Applied Programmable Controls
3 Hours: 2T, 2L
Prerequisite: ELT 232
This state-of-the-art course covers the more advanced topics of PLCs. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to the following: high-speed devices, analog programming, designing complete working systems, start-up and troubleshooting techniques, and special projects. Upon completion, the student must demonstrate ability by developing programs, loading programs into PLCs, and troubleshooting the system.
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ELT 241 - National Electric Code
3 Hours: 3T
This course introduces the students to the National Electric Code and text and teaches the student how to find needed information within this manual. Emphasis is placed on locating and interpreting needed information within the NEC code manual. Upon completion, the student should be able to locate the NEC code requirements for a specific electrical installation.
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ELT 242 - Journeyman-Master Prep Exam
3 Hours: 3T
Prerequisite: Final semester of AAS or Certificate program or currently practicing in electrical discipline
This course is designed to help prepare a student to take either the Journeyman or Master Certification Exam. Emphasis is placed on review of electrical concepts and/or principles, practice tests, and test-taking procedures. Upon completion, the student should be able to pass the Journeyman/Masters Certifying Exam.
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ELT 243 - Electrical Cost Estimating
3 Hours: 3T
Prerequisite: ELT 110 and ELT 114
This course provides an in-depth study of calculating wiring materials required and labor needed by man hours to complete a job. Emphasis is placed on documenting the scope of work required using various take-off sheets and the correct means by which to arrive at total job costs. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform actual calculations of sample jobs including overhead and operating costs.
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ELT 244 - Conduit Bending and Installation
3 Hours: 2T, 3L
This course provides the student the knowledge to properly bend electrical metallic tubing, rigid galvanized and intermediate metal conduit, and PVC conduit. Emphasis is placed on the theory and practical application of conduit bending methods. Upon completion, the student will measure, layout, and successfully bend conduit using hand type, mechanical, and hydraulic benders.
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ELT 245 - Electrical Grounding Systems
3 Hours: 3T
This course provides the knowledge to understand how to properly ground an electrical system. Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to the following: residential installations, commercial installations, and the function of independent grounding elements. Upon completion, the students should be able to explain and design a simple grounding system.
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ELT 246 - Advanced Electrical Raceways
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: ELT 244
This course focuses on advanced methods and procedures used to bend larger electrical conduit raceways as well as the installation of various types of cable trays and their components. The course focuses on NEC requirements as they pertain to installations.
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ELT 247 - Conductor and Cabling Techniques
3 Hours: 2T, 1L
Prerequisite: ELT 118
This course introduces the student to tools, materials, and techniques used in conductor installations, conductor terminations and splices.
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Engineering |
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EGR 101 - Engineering Foundations
3 Hours
Prerequisite: MTH 112 or higher
Co-Requisite: MTH 113 or higher
This course introduces the student to engineering as a profession, basic engineering skills, and the design process. The course includes components to develop teaming, as well as oral and written communication skills. It also provides an introduction to computer tools used by engineers (spreadsheet, word processing, presentation software, internet access).
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EGR 125 - Modern Graphics for Engineers
3 Hours
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; and pictorial, sectional, and auxiliary views and dimensioning.
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EGR 157 - Computer Methods for Engineers using MATLAB
3 Hours
Prerequisite: MTH 125 or higher
This course introduces students to the concepts and practices involved in using high-level computer environments to solve engineering problems. Programming environments such as MATLAB will be used.
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EGR 220 - Engineering Mechanics - Statics
3 Hours
Prerequisite: PHY 213
Co-Requisite: MTH 227
This course includes vector algebra, force and moment systems, equilibrium of force systems, trusses, friction and property of surfaces.
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EGR 236 - Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics
3 Hours
Prerequisite: EGR 220
This course includes kinematics of particles, plane kinematics of rigid bodies, kinetics of particles and rigid bodies by Newton’ s Laws; principles of work-energy and impulse-momentum.
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English |
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ENG 092 - Basic English I
4 Hours
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 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
4 Hours
Prerequisite: ENG 092 or equivalent placement score
This course is a review of composition skills and grammar. Emphasis is placed on coherence, the use of a variety of sentence structures in the composing process, and on standard written English usage. The student should demonstrate these skills chiefly through the writing of paragraph blocks and short essays.
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ENG 099 - Introduction to College Writing
1 Hour
Co-Requisite: ENG 101
This course places emphasis on providing students with additional academic and noncognitive support with the goal of success in the students’ paired ENG 101 class. The material covered or practiced in the ENG 099 course is complementary to and supportive of material taught in ENG 101 and the needs of the ENG 099 student.
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ENG 100 - Vocational Technical English I
3 Hours
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, students 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 101 - English Composition I
3 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 093 or higher placement
English Composition I provides instruction and practice in the writing of at least six (6) extended compositions and a research paper. The development of analytical and critical reading skills as well as basic reference and documentation skills in the composition process are also emphasized. English Composition I includes instruction and practice in library usage.
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ENG 102 - English Composition II
3 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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 includes instruction and practice in library usage.
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ENG 246 - Creative Writing I
3 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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 shaping these works and 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 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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 shaping these works and 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 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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 shaping these works and 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 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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 shaping these works and 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 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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, and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces shaping these works and 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 Hours
Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher 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 shaping these works and 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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ENR 098 - Writing and Reading for College
4 Hours
This course integrates reading and writing skills students need to comprehend and interact with college-level texts and to produce original college-level writing. Reading skills will center on processes for literal and critical comprehension, as well as the development of vocabulary skills. Writing skills will focus on using an effective writing process including generating ideas, drafting, organizing, revising and editing to produce competent essays using standard written English. This course may include a one-hour lab component.
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DDT 104 - Basic Computer-Aided Drafting
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
This course provides an introduction to basic Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) functions and techniques using “hands-on” applications. Topics include terminology, hardware, basic CADD and operating system functions, file manipulation, and basic CADD software applications in producing softcopy and hardcopy.
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DDT 109 - Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM)
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 , and DDT 124
This course covers the basics of building information modeling (BIM). Users are introduced to the concepts of Building Information Modeling and the tools for parametric building design and documentation. Users begin with learning the fundamental features of BIM, and then progress through schematic design, construction documentation, and design visualization. This course offers both imperial and metric hands‐on exercises representing real‐world architectural design scenarios. This class is designed to teach you the BIM functionality as you would work with it in the design process. Student will begin by learning about the user interface and the BIM commands for design development, followed by those available for construction documentation. Upon completion the student will be able to create basic 3D architectural project models and set them up in working drawings.
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DDT 111 - Fundamentals of Drafting and Design Technology
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
This course serves as an introduction to the field of drafting and design and provides a foundation for the entire curriculum. Topics include safety, lettering, tools and equipment, geometric constructions, and orthographic sketching, and drawing.
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DDT 124 - Basic Technical Drawing
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
This course covers sections, auxiliary views, and basic space geometry. Emphasis will be placed on the theory as well as the mechanics of applying sections, basic dimensioning, auxiliary views, and basic space geometry.
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DDT 127 - Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting and Design
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104
This course covers intermediate-level concepts and applications of CADD. Emphasis will be placed on intermediate-level features, commands, and applications of CADD software.
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DDT 128 - Intermediate Technical Drawing
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course is designed to develop a strong foundation in common drafting and design practices and procedures. Topics include multi-view working drawings with advanced dimensioning, basic tolerancing and pictorial drawings.
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DDT 132 - Architectural Drafting
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course in architectural design and drafting introduces basic terminology, concepts, and principles of architectural design and drawing. Topics include design considerations, lettering, terminology, site plans, and construction drawings. Upon completion, the student should be able to draw, dimension, and specify basic residential architectural construction drawings.
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DDT 133 - Basic Surveying
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course covers the use of surveying instruments, mathematical calculations and the theory of land surveying. Topics include USGS benchmarks, measuring horizontal and vertical angles and distances, terms, and recording and interpreting field notes. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize benchmarks and measure, specify, and record field notes.
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DDT 134 - Descriptive Geometry
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course is designed to teach the fundamental concepts of descriptive geometry with an emphasis on logical reasoning, visualization, and practical applications. Topics include orthographic projection, points and lines in space, auxiliary views, plan representation, intersecting, non-intersecting lines, piercing and intersecting planes, plane development and calculations. Upon completion students should be able to project and intersect points, lines, and planes with their relationships in space.
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DDT 144 - Basic 3D Modeling
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 127
This course is an introduction to 3D solid modeling techniques utilizing feature-based, constraint-based parametric design. This course encourages the student to visualize parts in the 3D world and have a “design intent” plan for each part in which they will design. Upon completion of the course students should be able to create basic 3D models and 2D working drawings.
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DDT 150 - Theory of Residential Drawing and Design
3 Hours: 3T
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course provides the theory of residential drawing and design. Topics include architectural styles, house design, site and space planning, environment, drawing requirements, construction materials and process, terminology, and specific types of drawings required to complete a full set of construction documents. Introductory and intermediate level topics are covered. Emphasis is placed on an understanding of the various issues and requirements essential to the field of residential drawing and design.
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DDT 213 - Civil Drafting, Plat Maps
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course introduces the drafting practices, symbols, conventions, and standards utilized in civil engineering contract documents. Topics include site planning, land surveying, topographic surveys, along with civil terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to draw accurate plat maps giving legal descriptions of land parcels, draw simple site plans, and identify and use proper symbols and conventions on civil engineering drawings.
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DDT 214 - Pipe Drafting
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course covers the theory and practical application needed to understand piping fundamentals as used in refineries and petrochemical plants. Topics include process and mechanical flow diagrams, plant equipment, isometric drawings, instrumentation symbols, pipe symbols, flanges, fittings, and applications of basic math and trigonometry. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate pipe drafting techniques and fundamentals in order to prepare working drawings used in refineries and the petrochemical industrial environment.
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DDT 220 - Advanced Technical Drawing
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 , DDT 124 , and DDT 128
This course covers the methods of providing size description and manufacturing information for production drawings. Emphasis will be placed on accepted dimensioning and tolerancing practices including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for both the ANSI and the ISO System. Upon completion, students should be able to apply dimensions, tolerances, and notes to drawings to acceptable standards, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and produce drawings using and specifying common threads and various fasteners, including welding methods.
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DDT 225 - Structural Steel Drafting
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 104 , DDT 111 and DDT 124
This course covers the theory and practical applications necessary to understand the basic design and terminology of structural steel components used in light commercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on structural steel drafting techniques, bolted and welded connections, framing plans, sections, fabrication and connection details, and bills of material. Upon completion, students should be able to produce engineering and shop drawings incorporating standard shapes, sizes, and details using the A.I.S.C. Manual and incorporating safety practices.
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DDT 233 - Intermediate 3D Modeling
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 144
This course emphasizes the more advanced techniques in 3D solid modeling. It covers advanced features of part creation, part editing, and analysis. Some techniques that will be discussed are: lofting, sweeping, sheet metal part creation, interference checking and stress analysis. Upon completion of the course students should be able to create advanced 3D models and perform stress analysis/interference checking.
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DDT 235 - Specialized CAD
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: DDT 144 and DDT 233
This course allows the student to plan, execute, and present results of individual projects in Specialized CAD topics. Emphasis is placed on enhancing skill attainment in Specialized CAD skill sets. The student will be able to demonstrate and apply competencies identified by the instructor.
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DDT 238 - Special Topics in CAD
3 Hours: 1T, 2L
Prerequisite: Instructor’s Permission
This course in special CAD and multimedia topics covers special capabilities possible with CAD software, especially in conjunction with other graphical software, such as virtual “walk-throughs” or multimedia presentations. Topics include but are not limited to combining CAD software, image editing software, authoring software, and 3D software into one harmonious relationship to produce multimedia presentations. Upon completion, students should be aware of and understand how to utilize several software packages to produce multimedia presentations.
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DDT 239 - Independent Studies
3 Hours: 3L
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval
This course provides practical application of prior attained skills and experiences as selected by the instructor for the individual student. Emphasis is placed on applying knowledge from prior courses toward the solution of individual drafting and design problems. With completion of this course, the student will demonstrate the application of previously attained skills and knowledge in the solution of typical drafting applications and problems.
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DDT 250 - Building Information Modeling (BIM)
3 Hours: 2T, 1L
Prerequisite: DDT 109
This course provides the theory of commercial drawing and design with a purpose to introduce the student to Building Information Modeling (BIM). The course will provide the student with a well-rounded knowledge of the tools and techniques used to integrate various component models into a computer generated model and perform collision detection. Emphasis will be placed on using BIM to manage schedules and budgets for construction projects. Topics also include legal issues, job expectations, the architect and the architectural office, the contractor and the office of the contractor, building officials, construction materials and process, fire resistance design, C.S.I. format, and contract documents. Emphasis is placed upon a thorough understanding of these topics.
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DDT 271 - Drafting Internship
3 Hours: 3L
Prerequisite: Instructor’s Permission
This course allows credit for substantial on-the-job experience within the field of Drafting and Design Technology.
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Geography |
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GEO 100 - World Regional Geography
3 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 092 or higher placement
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 organizational problems and potentials.
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GEO 101 - Principles of Physical Geography I
4 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 092 or higher placement
Physical Geography I is the first in a two part sequence including topics such as weather and climate relative to the earth and relationships between the earth and sun. Laboratory is required.
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GEO 102 - Principles of Physical Geography II
4 Hours
Prerequisite: GEO 101
Physical Geography II is the second in a two part sequence including topics such as landforms, landscapes, soil, and vegetation of the earth. Laboratory is required.
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GEO 200 - Geography of North America
3 Hours
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 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or higher placement
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 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or higher placement
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 Hours
This course provides instruction to the immediate, temporary care which should be given to 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 Hours
This course provides a study of specific athletic injuries, their treatment, and preventive measures.
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HED 277 - CPR Recertification
1 Hour
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 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or higher placement
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 110 - Medical Terminology
3 Hours
This course is an introduction to the language of medicine. Course emphasis is on terminology related to disease and treatment in correlation with anatomy and physiology of all anatomical body systems. Student competencies include word construction, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and use of correct abbreviations for numerous medical terms. This is a CORE course.
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HIT 111 - Diagnostics and Pharmacology
2 Hours
This course is a study of drug classifications and diagnostic procedures. Instruction includes information on common laboratory findings and the significance of abnormal findings in disease processes. At the conclusion of the course, the student should be able to apply knowledge regarding medications and tests used in treatment and diagnosis of abnormal human conditions.
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HIT 113 - Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology
5 Hours
This course is an introduction to the structure and function of anatomical body systems and the language of medicine. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology and be able to spell, define, pronounce and correctly use a number of medical terms and abbreviations.
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HIT 115 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for HIT
4 Hours
This course is a detailed study of common pathological conditions and the drugs of choice used in their treatment. Course focus is on description of conditions and diseases of the organ systems including etiology, signs and symptoms, methods of diagnosis, and treatment. Expected student outcomes include the ability to analyze signs and symptoms in identifying disease entities and the ability to describe appropriate diagnostic and treatment modalities.
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HIT 130 - HIT Classification and Reimbursement
3 Hours
This course includes study of the uses of coded data in reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to all health care settings. Course instruction focuses on techniques of coding, elements of prospective payment systems, billing and insurance procedures, third party payers, explanation of benefits, managed care/capitation, and chargemaster description. Student competencies include demonstration of reimbursement and payment system principles, coding skills, and billing applications (manual and/or computer-assisted).
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HIT 131 - Classification Skills Laboratory
1 Hour
This course allows the student to develop basic skills in classification and reimbursement methodologies. Emphasis is on coding techniques and billing procedures. Student competency is demonstrated by application of skills acquired in the theory class.
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HIT 134 - HIT Legal and Ethical Issues
3 Hours
This course is a review of the legal aspects applicable to health information. The course focuses on the health record as a legal document, legal principles, patient rights/advocacy issues, definition and application of professional ethics, privacy, release of information, and confidentiality of health information. Student outcomes include demonstration of the use of legal vocabulary and application of release of information guidelines. This is a CORE course.
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HIT 151 - Health Data Content and Structure
3 Hours
This course is an introduction to the health information technology (HIT) profession and its basic skill requirements. The course includes an introduction to the content, use and structure of health care data and data sets and how these components relate to primary and secondary record systems. Student outcomes include mastery of basic concepts and functions in HIT including storage and retrieval systems, documentation requirements, abstracting, quantitative and qualitative analysis, registries and indexes. This is a CORE course.
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HIT 152 - Skills Development Laboratory
1 Hour
This course allows the student to demonstrate basic competencies acquired in course work with laboratory experience. Emphasis is on development of basic HIT competencies. Student competency is demonstrated by application of basic skills covered in theory classes.
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HIT 153 - Health Care Delivery Systems
2 Hours
This course includes a review of health care delivery systems. Course focus is on information management practices of agencies providing health services in ambulatory care, home health care, hospice, long term care, mental health, and other alternate care systems. Student competency includes the ability to describe and contrast the structure of health services in relation to operational and accrediting agency standards, as well as the role of the health information practitioner in each of these settings.
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HIT 158 - Intro to the Clinical Environment for HIT/MCC
1 Hour
This course is an introduction to the expectations and legal requirements of the clinical environment. Emphasis is placed on personal safety, personal integrity and accountability, and universal clinical expectations. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate pre-clinical competency in clinically relevant topics, such as HIPAA regulations, universal precautions, and safety regulations.
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HIT 160 - Professional Practices Experience
1 Hour
This course allows the student to demonstrate basic competencies acquired in previous course work with on-site, online, and/or on-campus simulations. This course requires student practice in health information technology in a health care facility or simulated online or on campus experience. Student competency is demonstrated by application of basic skills covered in theory and laboratory classes. This is a CORE course.
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HIT 221 - HIT Computer Applications
2 Hours
This course is a survey of computer usage in health care with emphasis on data security and integrity in health information systems. Course instruction focuses on concepts of computer technology related to health care and the tools and techniques for collecting, storing, retrieving, and transmission of health care data. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of and competence in the use of various health information-specific software applications. This is a CORE course.
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HIT 222 - HIT Computer Applications Laboratory
1 Hour
This course is designed to provide the opportunity to apply HIT computer application skills in online or on-campus laboratory. Emphasis includes concentration in the use of computer technology in collecting, storing, retrieving, reporting, and displaying health care data. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate specific computer skills in these areas.
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HIT 230 - Medical Coding Systems I
3 Hours
Co-Requisite: HIT 231
This course is intended to develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign valid medical codes. Instruction includes description of classification and nomenclature system; coding diagnoses and/or procedure; sequencing code; 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). This is a CORE course.
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HIT 231 - Medical Coding Skills Laboratory
1 Hour
Co-Requisite: HIT 230
This course provides laboratory practice in medical coding. The course allows the student to become proficient at skills learned in classification and coding systems theory classes. Student competency is demonstrated by accuracy in medical coding
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HIT 232 - Medical Coding Systems II
3 Hours
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 medical codes. Instruction includes coding diagnoses and/or 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). This is a CORE course.
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HIT 235 - Medical Coding Systems III
2 Hours
This course is intended to develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in outpatient settings in order to assign valid medical codes. Instruction includes coding for outpatients and physicians; sequencing codes; analyzing actual physician documentation to identify data elements to be coded; and validating coded clinical information. Student competency includes demonstration of outpatient coding principles and applications (manual and/or computer assisted).
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HIT 236 - Medical Coding Skills Laboratory
1 Hour
This course provides laboratory experience in medical coding. The course allows the student to become proficient at skills learned in medical coding systems theory classes. Student competency is demonstrated by accuracy and speed in medical coding simulation.
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HIT 254 - Organizational Improvement
3 Hours
This course is a study of the purpose and principles of improving organizational performance through quality assessment and utilization management. Topics include use of quality improvement tools; data collection, display, analysis, and reporting methods; resource and risk management techniques; healthcare statistics; and application of accreditation and licensing standards. Student outcomes include demonstrated proficiency in the use of quality improvement techniques and application of accrediting agency standards.
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HIT 255 - Principles of Supervision in HIT
3 Hours
This course is an introduction to principles of organization and supervision in a health information department. The course focuses on specific human resource management functions including communication, motivation, team building, budgeting, staff scheduling, productivity reporting, policy and procedure development, and equipment selection. Student competency includes demonstration of knowledge of human resource functions and application of supervisory skills.
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HIT 283 - Medical Coding Professional Practice
2 Hours
This course provides experience in medical coding of actual charts. The course allows the student to demonstrate basic competencies acquired in previous medical coding course work with on-site, online, and/or on-campus simulations and learning experiences. Student competency includes demonstrated medical coding proficiency.
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HIT 286 - Expanded Medical Coding
2 Hours
This course is intended to develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in inpatient settings in order to assign valid medical codes. Instruction includes coding inpatient procedures, correct sequencing of codes, analyzing actual physician documentation to identify data elements to be coded, and validating coded clinical information. Student competency includes demonstration of inpatient coding principles and applications (manual and/or computer assisted).
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HIT 292 - HIT Exam Review
2 Hours
This course is an extensive review of health information technology skills. Course work includes a review of various aspects of health information technology. Student outcomes include demonstrated understanding of the topics covered in this course.
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HIT 296 - Professional Practices Simulations
2 Hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into HIT Program
Co-Requisite: HIT 232 , HIT 286 , and HIT 292
This course allows students to correlate the experiences of previous courses with on-site, online, and on-campus simulations and 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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HEC 140 - Principles of Nutrition
3 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 or higher placement
This course introduces students to the principles of nutrition and the roles 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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HIS 101 - Western Civilization I
3 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 093 or higher placement
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 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 093 or higher placement
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 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 093 or higher placement
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 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 093 or higher placement
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 Hours
This course surveys the development of the state of Alabama from prehistoric times to the present. The course presents material on the discovery and exploration of Alabama, colonization, the territorial period, antebellum Alabama, Reconstruction, and modern history.
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HUM 298 - Directed Studies in Humanities
1-3 Hours
Prerequisite: RDG 085 and ENG 092 or higher placement
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 - PTK Honors Course
3 Hours
This course combines HUM 299-01, -02, and -03 into a single semester course with a total of 3 credit hours (not repeatable for credit). It provides an opportunity for the student to study selected topics in the area of the humanities under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The topics selected will be broad in scope and content rather than specific, and will reference important cultural works from a variety of areas, which may include literature, religious studies, speech, foreign languages, art, music, theatre, and dance.
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INT 112 - Industrial Auxiliary Services Safety Procedures
3 Hours: 3T
This course is an in-depth study of the health and safety practices required for auxiliary services of industrial production equipment. Topics include traffic, ladder, electrical, and fire safety; safe work in confined spaces; electrical and mechanical lock-out procedures; emergency procedures; OSHA regulations; the MSDS Right-to-Know law; hazardous materials safety; and use and care of safety equipment. Upon course completion, students will be able to implement health and safety practices in an industrial production setting.
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INT 117 - Principles of Industrial Mechanics
3 Hours: 2T, 1L
This course provides instruction in basic physics concepts applicable to mechanics of industrial production equipment. Topics include the basic application of mechanical principles with emphasis on power transmission, specific mechanical components, alignment, and tension. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform basic troubleshooting, repair, and auxiliary services functions on industrial production equipment. This is a CORE course.
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INT 118 - Fundamentals of Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics
3 Hours: 2T, 1L
This course includes the fundamental concepts and theories for the safe operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems used with industrial production equipment. Topics include the physical concepts, theories, laws, air flow characteristics, actuators, valves, accumulators, symbols, circuitry, filters, servicing safety, and preventive auxiliary services and the application of these concepts to perform work. Upon completion, the student should be able to service and perform preventive auxiliary services functions on hydraulic and pneumatic systems. This is a CORE course.
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