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2015-2016 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

T = Theory (Instruction via lecture, recitiation, discussion, demonstration, or seminar.)
L = Laboratory (Practical Application)
C = Clinical
 

Nursing
  

  • NUR 102 - Fundamentals of Nursing

    6 Hours

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into Practical Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing Program
    Co-Requisite: NUR 103 , NUR 104 , BIO 201 , and MTH 116  or higher for PN Track and MTH 100  or higher for AD Track
    This course provides opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process. Students learn concepts and theories basic to the art and science of nursing. The role of the nurse as a member of the health care team is emphasized. Students are introduced to the concepts of client needs, safety, communication, teaching/learning, critical thinking, ethical-legal, cultural diversity, nursing history, and the program’s philosophy of nursing. Additionally, this course introduces psychomotor nursing skills needed to assist individuals in meeting basic human needs. Skills necessary for maintaining microbial, physical, and psychological safety are introduced along with skills needed in therapeutic interventions. At the conclusion of this course, the student should demonstrate competency in performing basic nursing skills for individuals with common health alterations.
  

  • NUR 103 - Health Assessment

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into Practical Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing Program
    Co-Requisite: NUR 102 , NUR 104 , BIO 201 , and MTH 116  or higher for PN Track and MTH 100  or higher for AD Track
    This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to learn and practice history taking and physical examination skills with individuals of all ages, with emphasis on the adult. The focus is on symptom analysis along with physical, psychosocial, and growth and development assessments. Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to utilize critical thinking skills in identifying health alterations, formulating nursing diagnoses and documenting findings appropriate to nursing.
  

  • NUR 104 - Introduction to Pharmacology

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into Practical Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing Program
    Co-Requisite: NUR 102 , NUR 103 , BIO 201  and MTH 116  or higher for PN Track and MTH 100  or higher for AD Track
    This course provides opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process. This course introduces students to basic principles of pharmacology and the knowledge necessary to safely administer medication. Course content includes legal implications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, calculations of drug dosages, medication administration, and an overview of drug classifications. Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to calculate and administer medications.
  

  • NUR 105 - Adult Nursing

    8 Hours

    Prerequisite: BIO 201 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , and MTH 116  or higher for PN Track and MTH 100  or higher for AD Track
    Co-Requisite: ENG 101 , BIO 202 , and NUR 106 
    This course provides opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process. Emphasis is placed on providing care to individuals undergoing surgery; fluid and electrolyte imbalance; and common alterations in respiratory, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, endocrine, and integumentary systems. Nutrition, pharmacology, communication, cultural, and community concepts are integrated.
  

  • NUR 106 - Maternal and Child Nursing

    5 Hours

    Prerequisite: BIO 201 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , and MTH 116  or higher for PN Track and MTH 100  or higher for AD Track
    Co-Requisite: ENG 101 , BIO 202 , and NUR 105 
    This course focuses on the role of the nurse in meeting the physiological, psychosocial, cultural, and developmental needs of the maternal and child client. Course content includes antepartal, intrapartal, and postpartal care; complications of pregnancy; newborn care; human growth and development; pediatric care; and selected pediatric alterations. Nutrition, pharmacology, cultural diversity, use of technology, communication, anatomy and physiology review, medical terminology, critical thinking, and application of the nursing process are integrated throughout this course. Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to provide and manage for maternal and pediatric clients in a variety of settings.
  

  • NUR 107 - Adult/Child Nursing

    8 Hours

    Prerequisite: BIO 201 , BIO 202 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , NUR 105 , NUR 106 , MTH 116  or higher, and ENG 101 
    Co-Requisite: NUR 108  and NUR 109 
    This course provides students with opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the life span in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed on providing care to individuals experiencing complex alterations in sensory/perceptual reproductive, endocrine, genitourinary, neurological, immune, cardiovascular, and lower gastrointestinal systems. Additional instruction is provided for care for clients experiencing burns, cancer, and emergent conditions. Nutrition, pharmacology, therapeutic communication, community, cultural diversity, health promotion, error prevention, critical thinking, and impacts on maternal and child clients are integrated throughout the course.
  

  • NUR 108 - Psychosocial Nursing

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: BIO 201 , BIO 202 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , NUR 105 , NUR 106 , MTH 116  or higher, and ENG 101 
    Co-Requisite: NUR 107  and NUR 109 
    This course is designed to provide an overview of psychosocial adaptation and coping concepts used when caring for clients with acute and chronic alterations in mental health in a variety of settings. Topics include therapeutic communication skills, normal and abnormal behaviors, treatment modalities, and developmental needs. Upon completion of this course, the student should demonstrate the ability to assist clients in maintaining psychosocial integrity through the use of the nursing process.
  

  • NUR 109 - Role Transition for the Practical Nurse

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: BIO 201 , BIO 202 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , NUR 105 , NUR 106 , MTH 116  or higher, and ENG 101 
    Co-Requisite: NUR 107  and NUR 108 
    This course provides the student with opportunities to gain knowledge and skills necessary to transition from student to practicing nurse. Content includes a discussion of current issues in health care, practical nursing leadership and management, professional practice issues, and transition into the workplace. Emphasis is placed on NCLEX-PN test-taking skills, computer-assisted simulations, and practice tests, development of a prescriptive plan for remediation, and review of selective content, specific to the practice of practical nursing.
  

  • NUR 200 - LPN Role Transition to Associate Degree Nurse (RN)

    5 Hours

    Prerequisite: MTH 100  or higher, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , and ENG 101  and acceptance to the nursing program
    This course focuses on application of nursing science to assist the licensed practical nurse (LPN) transitioning into the role of the associate degree nurse (ADN). Emphasis in the course is placed on evidence-based clinical decision-making and nursing care provided in a family and community context for a variety of health alterations across the life span. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to progress into the ADN program. Sixteen (16) non-traditional credits will be awarded after successful completion of the course.
  

  • NUR 201 - Nursing through the Lifespan I

    5 Hours

    Prerequisite: Two-Year Track: BIO 201 , BIO 202 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , NUR 105 , NUR 106 , MTH 100  or higher, and ENG 101 . Mobility Track: MTH 100  or higher, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , ENG 101 , and NUR 200  (if applicable)
    Co-Requisite: PSY 200  and BIO 220 
    This course provides opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process. Students manage and provide collaborative care in a variety of settings to clients who are experiencing selected alterations in gastrointestinal, reproductive, sensory, and endocrine systems. Additional instruction is provided for oncology, mental health, teaching/learning concepts, and advanced dosage calculations. Nutrition, pharmacology, communication, cultural, and community concepts are integrated.
  

  • NUR 202 - Nursing through the Lifespan II

    6 Hours

    Prerequisite: Two-Year Track: BIO 201 , BIO 202 , BIO 220 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , NUR 105 , NUR 106 , NUR 201 , MTH 100  or higher, ENG 101 , and PSY 200  . Mobility Track: MTH 100  or higher, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , BIO 220 , ENG 101 , NUR 200  (if applicable), NUR 201 , and PSY 200 
    Co-Requisite: SPH 106  or higher and PSY 210 
    This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process. Students manage and provide collaborative care to clients who are experiencing selected alterations in cardiovascular, hematologic, immune, and genitourinary systems in a variety of settings. Additional instruction is provided for psychiatric disorders and high-risk obstetrics. Teaching/learning concepts, advanced dosage calculations, nutrition, pharmacology, communication, cultural, and community concepts are integrated.
  

  • NUR 203 - Nursing through the Lifespan III

    6 Hours

    Prerequisite: Two-Year Track: BIO 201 , BIO 202 , BIO 220 , NUR 102 , NUR 103 , NUR 104 , NUR 105 , NUR 106 , NUR 201 , NUR 202 , MTH 100  or higher, ENG 101 , SPH 106  or higher, PSY 200 , and PSY 210 . Mobility Track: MTH 100  or higher, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , BIO 220 , ENG 101 , NUR 200  (if applicable), NUR 201 , NUR 202 , SPH 106  or higher, PSY 200 , and PSY 210 
    Co-Requisite: NUR 204 
    This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process. Students manage and provide collaborative care to clients who are experiencing selected alterations in cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological systems in a variety of settings. Additional instruction is provided to care for selected mental health disorders, selected emergencies, multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, and related disorders. Teaching/learning concepts, advanced dosage calculations, nutrition, pharmacology, communication, cultural, and community concepts are integrated.
  

Nursing Assistant
  

  • NAS 111 - Fundamentals of Long-Term Care

    6 Hours

    Co-Requisite: NAS 112 , NAS 115 , and COM 100  or higher
    This course provides the student with necessary theory and laboratory experiences for the development of skills required to qualify as a long-term care nursing assistant. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of skills in communication, observation, safety, mobility/body mechanics, personal and restorative care, and infection control necessary to care for patients and clients of all ages. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply concepts and skills in areas required by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA). (Laboratory Required)
  

  • NAS 112 - Fundamentals of Long-Term Care Clinical

    2 Hours

    Co-Requisite: NAS 111 , NAS 115 , and COM 100  or higher
    This course is designed for students applying knowledge and skills needed to perform basic nursing care safely and efficiently in various supervised health care settings. Emphasis is placed on safety, therapeutic communication, infection control, critical thinking, and proper documentation. Upon completion of the course, the student will demonstrate beginning competency in the delivery of care to patients and clients in various health care settings.
  

  • NAS 113 - Fundamentals of Home Health Care

    6 Hours

    Prerequisite: NAS 111 , NAS 112 , NAS 115 , and COM 100  or higher
    Co-Requisite: NAS 114 
    This course provides the student with necessary theory and laboratory experiences for the development of skills required to qualify as a home health aide. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of skills in communication, observation, mobility, personal care and infection control necessary to care for the home-bound client of all ages. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply concepts and skills in areas required by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) and the National Association of Home Care. (Laboratory Required)
  

  • NAS 114 - Fundamentals of Home Health Care Clinical

    2 Hours

    Prerequisite: NAS 111 , NAS 112 , NAS 115 , and COM 100  or higher
    Co-Requisite: NAS 113 
    This course is designed for students applying knowledge and skills needed to perform basic nursing care safely and efficiently in a supervised home health care clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on application of knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed for the home health care aide. (Clinical is required.) Upon completion, the student will demonstrate beginning competency in care of the client in the home care setting.
  

  • NAS 115 - CPR and Basic First Aid

    2 Hours

    This course is designed to help the student feel more confident and act appropriately in emergency situations. Emphasis is placed on providing the student with theoretical concepts to develop skills in basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Upon completion, which includes specific competencies in basic life support, the student will receive appropriate course completion documentation.

Office Administration
  

  • OAD 101 - Beginning Keyboarding

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to enable the student to use the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on speed and accuracy in keying alphabetic, symbol, and numeric information using a keyboard. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proper technique and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of basic business documents such as memoranda, letters, and reports.
  

  • OAD 103 - Intermediate Keyboarding

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 101 
    This course is designed to assist the student in increasing speed and accuracy using the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the production of business documents such as memoranda, letters, reports, tables, and outlines from unarranged rough draft to acceptable format. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of business documents. This is a CORE course.
  

  • OAD 125 - Word Processing

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 101 
    This course is designed to provide the student with basic word processing skills through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the utilization of software features to create, edit, and print common office documents. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to use industry-standard software to generate appropriately formatted, accurate, and attractive business documents such as memoranda, letters, and reports. This is a CORE course.
  

  • OAD 126 - Advanced Word Processing

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 125 /CIS 196A
    This course is designed to increase student proficiency using advanced word processing functions. Emphasis is on the use of industry-standard software to maximize productivity. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to generate complex documents such as forms, newsletters, and multi-page documents.
  

  • OAD 131 - Business English

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to develop the student’s ability to use proper English. Emphasis is on grammar, spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, word usage, word division, and proofreading. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively.
  

  • OAD 133 - Business Communications

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 131  
    This course is designed to provide the student with skills necessary to communicate effectively. Emphasis is on the application of communication principles to produce clear, correct, logically-organized business communications. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate effective communication techniques in written, oral, and nonverbal communications.
  

  • OAD 137 - Computerized Financial Record Keeping

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: MTH 100  or MTH 116 
    This course is designed to provide the student with skill in using the microcomputer to enter financial data through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the use of appropriate software in the preparation of journals, financial statements, and selected payroll records. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to record financial data using a microcomputer system.
  

  • OAD 138 - Records/Information Management

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to give the student knowledge about managing office records and information. Emphasis is on basic filing procedures, methods, systems, supplies, equipment, and modern technology used in the creation, protection, and disposition of records stored in a variety of forms. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform basic filing procedures. This is a CORE course.
  

  • OAD 200 - Machine Transcription

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 103 , BIO 120 , and BIO 150 
    This course is designed to develop marketable skills in transcribing various forms of dictated material through classroom instruction. Emphasis is on the use of microcomputers and a commercial word processing package. Upon completion, the student should be able to accurately transcribe documents from dictated recordings.
  

  • OAD 218 - Office Procedures

    3 Hours: 3T

    This course is designed to develop an awareness of the responsibilities and opportunities of the office professional through classroom instruction. Emphasis is on current operating functions, practices and procedures, work habits, attitudes, oral and written communications, and professionalism. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively function in an office support role.
  

  • OAD 219 - Accounting Concepts and Applications

    3 Hours: 3T

    This course is continuing study of OAD 136 Advanced Financial Record Keeping. Emphasis is on accounting procedures in accounts receivable, depreciation on long-term assets, merchandising inventory, partnerships, corporations, and statement analysis. This course also implements accounting principles through business applications.
  

  • OAD 230 - Computerized Desktop Publishing

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 101 
    This course is designed to introduce the student to the elements and techniques of page design, layout, and typography through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the use of current commercial desktop publishing software, graphic tools, and electronic input/output devices to design and print high-quality publications such as newsletters, brochures, catalogs, forms, and flyers. Upon completion, the student should be able to utilize proper layout and design concepts in the production of attractive desktop published documents.
  

  • OAD 231 - Office Applications

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 101  or CIS 146 
    This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the use of computerized equipment and application software as tools in the performance of a variety of office tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the role of the office professional in the selection and application of appropriate technology to the specific task or combination of tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the selection of appropriate computerized tools to complete designated tasks.
  

  • OAD 232 - The Computerized Office

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 125 /CIS 196A OR OAD 231 /CIS 196C  OR CIS 146 
    This course is designed to develop skill in the use of integrated software through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the use of computerized equipment, software, and communications technology. Upon completion, the student should be able to satisfactorily perform a variety of office tasks using current technology.
  

  • OAD 242 - Office Internship

    3 Hours: 6L

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, RDG 085  or ENG 093  or higher placement, and 75% of program completion
    This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position.
  

  • OAD 243 - Spreadsheet Applications

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: MTH 100  or MTH 116  or higher placement
    This course is designed to provide the student with a firm foundation in the use of computerized equipment and appropriate software in performing spreadsheet tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on spreadsheet terminology and design, common formulas, and proper file and disk management procedures. Upon completion, the student should be able to use spreadsheet features to design, format, and graph effective spreadsheets.
  

  • OAD 244 - Database Applications

    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: OAD 101 
    This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the concepts of database management through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the use of database software for business applications. Upon completion, the student should be able to create and manipulate data files and format output such as documents and reports.
  

  • OAD 246 - Office Graphics and Presentations

    3 Hours: 3T

    This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the use of the computer and appropriate application software in the production of business slides and presentations through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on available software tools, presentation options and design, as well as such presentation considerations as the make-up of the target audience. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to design and produce a business presentation.

Orientation
  

  • ORI 101 - Orientation to College

    1 Hour

    This course aids new students in their transition to the institution, exposes new students to the broad educational opportunities of the institution, and integrates new students into the life of the institution. To encourage success in college, Shelton State requires all full-time students to complete Orientation to College, ORI 101, during the first semester of enrollment; part-time students are required to complete ORI 101 prior to the completion of the first twelve (12) credit hours. Students enrolled in career technical programs must complete ORI 101 prior to completion of the first nineteen (19) credit hours. Exceptions to these guidelines include students who hold an associate degree or higher, who have successfully completed an equivalent course at another institution, who transfer with at least twelve (12) credit hours with a grade point average of 2.0 or higher, who are transient, or who have been admitted to Practical Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing.

Paralegal
  

  • PRL 101 - Introduction to Paralegal Study

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course introduces the paralegal profession and the legal system. Topics include an overview of major areas of legal practice, ethics, legal analysis and research, professional development including certification and employment, and related topics. This is a CORE course.
  

  • PRL 102 - Basic Research and Writing

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course introduces the techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing, applying, and validating sources of law. Topics include legal research, legal writing, proper citation, and electronic research. This is a CORE course.
  

  • PRL 103 - Advanced Legal Research and Writing

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: PRL 102 .
    This course requires the student to apply research, analysis, and writing techniques to substantive legal issues. Assignments include preparation of legal memoranda and other documents as well as the more efficient use of electronic research methods.
  

  • PRL 160 - Criminal Law and Procedure

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course introduces substantive and procedural criminal law including elements of state and federal crimes, defenses, constitutional issues, pre-trial process, and other related topics. This is a CORE course.
  

  • PRL 220 - Corporate Law

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course covers the legal aspects of creating, operating, and maintaining a business and includes a review of commonly used forms of business organization.
  

  • PRL 230 - Domestic Law

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course covers laws governing domestic relations. Topics include marriage, separation, divorce, child custody, support, property division, adoption, domestic violence, and other related topics. This is a CORE course.
  

  • PRL 240 - Wills, Trusts, and Estates

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course covers wills, trusts, and inheritance. Topics include types of wills, the law of intestacy (inheritance), probating estates, and alternatives to probate. The course also covers trusts, medical directives, and associated litigation. This is a CORE course.
  

  • PRL 250 - Bankruptcy and Collections

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course provides an overview of laws of bankruptcy and the rights of creditors and debtors. Topics include bankruptcy procedures and estate management, attachment, claim and delivery, repossession, foreclosure, collection, garnishment, and post-judgment collection procedure.
  

  • PRL 262 - Civil Law and Procedures

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course examines the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the Alabama Rules of Civil Procedure, and trial procedure. This is a CORE course.

Philosophy
  

  • PHL 106 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or and ENG 093  or higher placement
    This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of philosophy. The literary and conceptual approach of the course is balanced with emphasis on approaches to ethical decision-making. The student should have an understanding of major philosophical ideas in an historical survey from the early Greeks to the modern era.
  

  • PHL 206 - Ethics and Society

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 093  or higher placement
    This course involves the study of ethical issues confronting individuals in the course of daily living. The focus is on the fundamental questions of right and wrong, of human rights, and of conflicting obligations. The student should be able to understand and be prepared to make decisions in life regarding ethical issues.

Physics
  

  • PHY 201 - General Physics I -Trig Based

    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in MTH 113  or higher math placement, RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course is designed to cover general physics at a level that assumes previous exposure to college algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific topics include mechanics, properties of matter and energy, thermodynamics, and periodic motion. Laboratory is required.
  

  • PHY 202 - General Physics II-Trig Based

    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in PHY 201 
    This course is designed to cover general physics using college algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific topics include wave motion, sound, light optics, electrostatics, circuits, magnetism, and modern physics. Laboratory is required.
  

  • PHY 213 - General Physics with Cal I

    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in MTH 125 , RDG 085 , and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course provides a calculus-based treatment of the principle subdivisions of classical physics: mechanics and energy, including thermodynamics. Laboratory is required.
  

  • PHY 214 - General Physics with Cal II

    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in PHY 213 
    This course provides a calculus-based study in classical physics. Topics included are simple harmonic motion, waves, sound, light, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Laboratory is required.

Physical Education
  

  • PED 101 - Slimnastics (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course provides an individualized approach to physical fitness, wellness, and other health-related factors. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness programs. Upon completion, the student should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness program. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 102 - Slimnastics (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    This course is an intermediate-level slimnastics class. Topics include specific exercises contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing body systems, nutrition, and weight control. Upon completion, the student should be able to implement and evaluate an individualized physical fitness program. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 103 - Weight Training (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion, the student should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 104 - Weight Training (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    This course covers advanced levels of weight training. Emphasis is placed on meeting individual training goals and addressing weight training needs and interests. Upon completion, the student should be able to establish and implement an individualized advanced weight training program. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 105 - Personal Fitness

    1 Hour

    This course is designed to provide the student with information allowing the student to participate in a personally developed fitness program. Topics include cardiovascular health, strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
  

  • PED 106 - Aerobics

    1 Hour

    This course introduces a program of cardiovascular fitness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is placed on developing cardiovascular efficiency, strength, flexibility, and safety precautions. Upon completion, the student should be able to select and implement a rhythmic aerobic exercise program. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 107 - Aerobics Dance (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course introduces the fundamentals of step and dance aerobics. Emphasis is placed on basic stepping up; basic choreographed dance patterns; cardiovascular fitness; and upper body, floor, and abdominal exercises. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in basic dance aerobics. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 108 - Aerobics Dance (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    This course provides a continuation of step aerobics. Emphasis is placed on a wide variety of choreographed step and dance patterns; cardiovascular fitness; and upper body, abdominal, and floor exercises. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in and design an aerobics routine. Lecture with this activity.
  

  • PED 109 - Jogging

    1 Hour

    This course covers the basic concepts involved in safely and effectively improving cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis is placed on walking, jogging, or running as a means of achieving fitness. Upon completion, the student should be able to understand and appreciate the benefits derived from these activities.
  

  • PED 118 - General Conditioning (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course provides an individualized approach to general conditioning utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness and conditioning programs. Upon completion, the student should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 119 - General Conditioning (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    This course is an intermediate-level fitness and conditioning program class. Topics include specific exercises contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing body systems. Upon completion, the student should be able to implement and evaluate an individualized physical fitness and conditioning program. Lecture will be provided with this activity.
  

  • PED 133 - Tennis (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course emphasizes the fundamentals of tennis. Topics include basic strokes, rules, etiquette, and court play. Upon completion, the student should be able to play recreational tennis.
  

  • PED 134 - Tennis (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: PED 133  or permission of instructor.
    This course emphasizes the refinement of playing skills. Topics include continuing the development of fundamentals and learning advanced serves, strokes, pace, and strategies in singles and doubles play. Upon completion, the student should be able to play competitive tennis.
  

  • PED 150 - Tai Chi

    1 Hour

    Tai chi is an ancient martial art form through which the student will improve flexibility, balance, strength, and mental discipline. By learning the slow and deliberate movements of tai chi, the student will also develop proper breathing and relaxation techniques and enhance joint flexibility. Tai chi skills are a combination of stretching, isometrics, and isotonic movements in combination with diaphragmatic breathing and postural auxiliary services. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the procedures of tai chi.
  

  • PED 155 - Self-Defense

    1 Hour

    This course is designed to aid students in developing rudimentary skills in self-defense. Emphasis is placed on stances, blocks, punches, and kicks as well as nonphysical means of self-defense. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate basic self-defense techniques of a physical and non-physical nature.
  

  • PED 157 - Fencing (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course introduces the fundamentals of fencing. Emphasis is placed on grip, stance, and establishment of good techniques for attacks and parries. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform elementary foil techniques and demonstrate the basic skills of fencing.
  

  • PED 157 - Fencing (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course introduces the fundamentals of fencing. Emphasis is placed on grip, stance, and establishment of good techniques for attacks and parries. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform elementary foil techniques and demonstrate the basic skills of fencing.
  

  • PED 158 - Fencing (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: PED 157.
    This course covers more advanced fencing techniques. Topics include advanced foil techniques and elementary sabre techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in competitive fencing.
  

  • PED 159 - Kickboxing

    1 Hour

    This course develops cardiovascular muscular endurance and flexibility through the skill and techniques of kickboxing. The student will learn basic conditioning skills and fundamentals of kickboxing that will enhance total fitness ability.
  

  • PED 171 - Basketball (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course covers the fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in recreational basketball.
  

  • PED 172 - Basketball (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: PED 171 or permission of instructor.
    This course covers more advanced basketball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to play basketball at a competitive level.
  

  • PED 180 - Flag Football

    1 Hour

    This course introduces the fundamentals and rules of flag football. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing in game situations. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in recreational flag football.
  

  • PED 181 - Baseball (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course covers the fundamentals of baseball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in recreational baseball.
  

  • PED 182 - Baseball (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    This course covers more advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.
  

  • PED 186 - Softball (Beginning)

    1 Hour

    This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in recreational softball.
  

  • PED 187 - Softball (Intermediate)

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: PED 186  or permission of instructor
    This course presents advanced skills and competitive practice in softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in competitive softball.
  

  • PED 216 - Sports Officiating

    3 Hours

    This course surveys the basic rules and mechanics of officiating a variety of sports, including both team and individual sports. In addition to class work, the student will receive at least three hours of practical experience in officiating.
  

  • PED 223 - Methods of Instruction

    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or ENG 093  or higher placement
    This course provides instruction for the student on specialized teaching techniques in becoming a wellness exercise instructor. The student will learn the basics of instruction in the area of aerobic types of exercise and weight training. This course will enable the student to instruct as well as supervise these types of programs. The student will learn basic anatomy and exercise physiology as it applies to the movement of the body during exercise. This course will address and explain safety and teaching methods for the exercise instructor in the development of a comprehensive fitness program.
  

  • PED 245 - Cycling

    1 Hour

    This course is designed to promote physical fitness through cycling. Emphasis is placed on selection and auxiliary services of the bicycle, gear shifting, pedaling techniques, safety procedures, and conditioning exercises necessary for cycling. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate safe handling of a bicycle for recreational use.
  

  • PED 248 - Varsity Basketball I

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course offers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.
  

  • PED 249 - Varsity Basketball II

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course offers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.
  

  • PED 250 - Varsity Basketball III

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course offers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive basketball.
  

  • PED 251 - Varsity Basketball

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
    This course covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in competitive basketball.
  

  • PED 252 - Varsity Baseball

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
    This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.
  

  • PED 254 - Varsity Softball

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
    This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, the student should be able to play competitive softball.
  

  • PED 257 - Varsity Cheerleading

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
    This course covers advanced co-ed cheerleading techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and improving all areas related to co-ed cheerleading including knowledge of safety techniques, partner stunts, tumbling, basket tosses, pyramids, motions, physical conditioning, and mental preparation. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in a competitive program at the university level.
  

  • PED 258 - Varsity Volleyball

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
    This course covers more advanced volleyball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to participate in competitive volleyball.
  

  • PED 261 - Varsity Baseball II

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.
  

  • PED 262 - Varsity Baseball III

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.
  

  • PED 263 - Varsity Baseball IV

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive level.
  

  • PED 271 - Varsity Softball II

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play competitive softball.
  

  • PED 272 - Varsity Softball III

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play competitive softball.
  

  • PED 273 - Varsity Softball IV

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be able to play competitive softball.
  

  • PED 280 - Varsity Cheerleading II

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course covers advanced co-ed cheerleading techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and improving all areas related to co-ed cheerleading including knowledge of safety techniques, partner stunts, tumbling, basket tosses, pyramids, motions, physical conditioning, and mental preparation. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion of this program, students should be able to participate in a competitive program at the university level.
  

  • PED 281 - Varsity Cheerleading III

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course covers advanced co-ed cheerleading techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and improving all areas related to co-ed cheerleading including knowledge of safety techniques, partner stunts, tumbling, basket tosses, pyramids, motions, physical conditioning, and mental preparation. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion of this program, students should be able to participate in a competitive program at the university level.
  

  • PED 282 - Varsity Cheerleading IV

    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: As required by program
    This course covers advanced co-ed cheerleading techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and improving all areas related to co-ed cheerleading including knowledge of safety techniques, partner stunts, tumbling, basket tosses, pyramids, motions, physical conditioning, and mental preparation. This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion of this program, students should be able to participate in a competitive program at the university level.
  

  • PED 295 - Practicum in Physical Education

    1-3 Hours

    Prerequisite: PED 223 
    This course is designed to provide field experience in observation and assistance in the student’s area of specialization. The student will work under the supervision of trained physical education teachers.

Physical Science
  

  • PHS 111 - Physical Science I

    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course provides the non-technical student with an introduction to the basic principles of astronomy and geology. Laboratory is required.
 

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