Course Descriptions

ACC 1111 - FUNDAMENTALS OF ACCOUNTING (3 hrs)
This is a course designed for the student who wants a working knowledge of accounting, but not the extent, as would a person working primarily in the accounting field. Although the basic accounting principles are learned and applied, the course, in comparison to Principles of Accounting I, covers a smaller amount of material at a somewhat slower pace. Recommended for the student with no previous accounting background.

ACC 1120 - PAYROLL ACCOUNTING (2 hrs)
Payroll accounting will provide practice in all payroll operations both manually and through the use of computerized payroll software. The course will cover various topics, including the preparation of employee earnings records, payroll registers, and federal and state reports. A basic payroll accounting system will be used to introduce calculation and recording of earnings and taxes. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Accounting

ACC 1130 - ACCOUNTING WITH COMPUTERS (3 hrs)
The student will transact and complete accounting procedures for a sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation using computerized accounting software. Students will review software features for various types of businesses. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ACC 1111 or equivalent

ACC 1150 - PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I (3 hrs)
A study of the basic structure of accounting; the use of special journals; understanding the values of receivables, payables, and inventories; the handling of deferrals, accruals, plant assets, and intangible assets; the working of the accounting systems. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ACC 1111 or equivalent

ACC 1160 - PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II (3 hrs)
A continuation of Principles of Accounting I. A study of partnerships and corporations, which includes organization and operations; stockholders’ equity, earnings and dividends; long-term liabilities and investments; income taxes and their effect on business decisions; and the value of accounting as a basis for management decisions. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ACC 1150

ACC 1165 - MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING (3 hrs)
The study of management tools for business decision making, including the evaluation of financial condition and performance of business. Emphasis is given to the process of formulating and utilizing sound accounting data to evaluate alternatives involved in managerial decision-making necessary for planning, execution, and control of a business enterprise. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in ACC 1160 Back to Index

AGR 1212 - LIVESTOCK SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
Basic principles which apply to animal agriculture, the industry, types, products of animal agriculture, principles of breeding, reproduction, management, nutrition, health and marketing of farm livestock.

AGR 1215 - SOILS (4 hrs)
Principles of the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils; formation of soils, classification, fertility, soil evaluation, and management.

AGR 1220 - BEEF PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
Feeding, breeding, management, and marketing methods of commercial and purebred beef cattle.

AGR 1225 - SWINE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
Feeding, breeding, management, and marketing methods of commercial and purebred swine.

AGR 1230 - AGRICULTURE ECONOMICS (3 hrs)
The study of economic principles with application to agriculture and agri-business and the relationship to the United States and foreign economies.

AGR 1235 - CROP SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT (4 hrs)
A study of the principles of production of crop plants, including plant structure, classification physiology, adaptation, reproduction, pests, diseases, and management practices.

AGR 1250 - ANIMAL NUTRITION (3 hrs)
Basic animal nutrition, digestive systems, nutritive requirements, feed utilization, diseases associated with nutrition and nutritive balance for farm animals. Back to Index

ALLIED HEALTH AND HEALTH CARE

ALH 1655 - MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (3 hrs)
This course is designed to present the basic principles of medical word building. The student will develop competencies in the basic elements forming medical words; categorizing major suffixes of surgical, diagnostic, symptomatic, and related terms; major group prefixes. Additional competencies will be developed in anatomical, physiological, and pathological terms to understand special procedures. Successful completion of Anatomy and Physiology recommended.

ALH 1660 - MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student a firm foundation in medical transcribing through the use of a variety of letters, memos, and reports that are typical of those encountered in the medical field. This course is also designed to enhance the learner's knowledge of medical terminology, to reinforce anatomical knowledge, and to challenge the student in the use of English language skills. Prerequisites: Typing ability and ALH 1655

ALH 5202 - CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE (4 hrs)
Upon completion of this 75-hour course, the student will receive the opportunity to take an exam, under KDHE guidelines. Upon successfully passing the course and the state exam, the student will receive certification for Medication Aide. This course will contain 50 clock theory hours and 25 clock clinical hours. The course will cover the role and responsibilities of the Medication Aide, drugs used by the system, and administration of medications. Prerequisite: Must hold a current Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certificate and meet or exceed minimum reading standards of eighth grade level

ALH 5203 - HOME HEALTH AIDE (1 hr)
This course is designed to provide the individual with the necessary skills and knowledge to work in a hospital-based or independent home health agency. Upon completion of this 20-hour course, the student must pass a state examination to become certified as a Home Health Aide (HHA). Prerequisite: Must hold a current Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certificate and meet or exceed minimum reading standards of eighth grade level

ALH 5209 - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (5 hrs)
A course designed to provide the individual with the basic skills, human understanding, and attitude to upgrade the services rendered for adult care facilities in the state of Kansas. Upon successful completion of this 90-hour course and the state examination, the student will receive certification from the state of Kansas. This course does not count toward an AS, AA, AGS, or AAS degree.

ALH 5210 - RESTORATIVE AIDE (2 hrs)
A 30-hour course designed to assist the student in enhancing the optimum potential of physical and mental function for independence in self-care and ADL's. Prerequisite: current CNA certification

ALH 5211 - BASIC FIRST AID (P) (1 hr)
This course is designed for students who want to gain a better understanding of common medical and traumatic injuries and how to provide basic first aid.

ALH 5213 - LONG TERM ADULT HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATOR (13 hrs)
The long-term care administrator in training program is a practicum-based curriculum of study that is individualized to the needs of each individual student. This competency and practicum based educational program in long term care is a program of instruction that meets the standards established by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). Students must report to an actual long-term care facility for a minimum of 680 hours of training under the guidance of a preceptor who is a licensed long-term care administrator. Students must complete a number of duties during the practicum under the guidance of the preceptor. At the conclusion of the practicum, students will write a detailed summary paper of the experience. During the program, students must take two three credit hour leadership courses of their choice. Successful students will have the opportunity to seek licensure as a long-term care administrator .

ALH 5215 - EXPLORATION OF HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONS (1 hr)
The purpose of this course is to provide students with knowledge of the various professions within the healthcare setting. Typical participants are high school students who are considering a career in the healthcare field, college students considering a healthcare profession, adults considering a career change or those interested in knowing more about healthcare professions. The student will develop competencies in understanding various healthcare professions and how each interacts to provide quality patient care and management.

ALH 5218 - IV THERAPY (3 hrs)
This course prepares the licensed nurse to gain the knowledge and ability to demonstrate proper and safe activities concerning venipuncture's, peripheral IV insertion, maintenance and care, as well as IV medication use and administration. Prerequisite: The student must have their current nursing license and current negative mantoux two-step (TB) skin test: one-step for the current annual student recipient and two-step for the first time, noncurrent student recipient.

ALH 5220 - PRINCIPLES OF NUTRITION (3 hrs)
A study of the health of the individual as related to food and its assimilation in the human body. Principles of normal nutrition, food values, and adequate nutrient allowances for growth and maintenance will be examined.

ALH 5230 - PHARMACOLOGY (3 hrs)
This course will provide the basic pharmacology principles with an emphasis on a broad discussion of the primary medications in each of the pharmaceutical classification categories. This course is designed to meet the pharmacology needs of students enrolled in nursing programs, pre-allied health majors and would be beneficial for others in the allied health field who desire a greater understanding of pharmacological principles and agents. A medical background is recommended, but not required. Prerequisite: BIO 4150 Human Anatomy and Physiology

ALH 5234 PEDIATRIC DISASTER MANAGEMENT (1 hr)
This multidisciplinary course is designed for students who wish to develop academic and practical abilities to function effectively in pediatric disasters. This course is designed primarily for certified EMS providers though other healthcare workers could benefit from this class. Students from other disciplines (communications and theater) will enroll in a different class that addresses their roles. A capstone simulated pediatric disaster for all students (communications, theater, and EMS) will be conducted followed by a debriefing session.

ALH 5235 - ALLIED HEALTHCARE PROVIDER ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (3 hrs)
This course is designed to provide an overview of anatomy, physiology, and basic pathology for students who wish to know more about the human body and disease. It would be very useful for students who are currently functioning in healthcare or those who plan to enter the allied health workforce (e.g. medical transcription, medical coding, nursing assistant, etc.). It is not intended to replace the five credit hour anatomy and physiology course for those who intend to enter professional training in the health sciences (e.g. nursing, medicine, etc.).

ALH 5236 - HUMAN DISEASE AND TRAUMA (4 hrs)
This course is designed to provide an in depth study of pathophysiology for students who wish to know more about the human body and disease. It would be very useful for students who are currently functioning in healthcare or those who plan to enter the allied health workforce. This is an introductory course in pathophysiology; it is expected that students who enroll in the course already have an academic and working knowledge of human physiology. Prerequisite: BIO 4150 Human Anatomy and Physiology or ALH 5235

ALH 5240 - MEDICAL CODING I (3hrs)
Medical Coding I is designed to present basic CPT and HCPCS coding and prepare the student for the second part of this two part course. The student will develop competencies in the basic elements of medical coding using the CPT and HCPCS manuals. Various body systems will be reviewed so that students will better understand how the coding is derived. This is the introductory course in medical coding and is intended for those entering the medical profession, whether it is as a front office employee with day-to-day involvement in the coding aspect, or clinical personnel who will be integral in the coding aspect as the provider or assisting the provider.

ALH 5241 - MEDICAL CODING II (3 hrs)
Medical Coding II is designed to present basic ICD-9-CM coding and Healthcare Reimbursement issues. The student will develop competencies in the basic elements of medical coding using the ICD-9-CM manual. Various body systems will be reviewed so that students will better understand how the coding is derived. This is the second of two courses in medical coding and is intended for those entering the medical profession, whether it be as a front office employee with day to day involvement in the coding aspect, or clinical personnel who will be integral in the coding aspect as the provider or assisting the provider. Prerequisite: ALH 5240

ALH 5242 - MEDICAL CODING III - HEALTHCARE REIMBURSEMENT (3 hrs)
This course is designed to incorporate all concepts presented in Medical Coding I & II into an understandable format that explains the process of healthcare reimbursement. The student will learn to apply the competencies learned in Medical Coding I & II into real life coding and reimbursement situations. This is the final of three courses in medical coding. Prerequisites: ALH 5240 and ALH 5241

ALH 5243 - HEALTH INSURANCE AND BILLING PROCESSES (3 hrs)
This course provides an in-depth investigation of the various types of health insurance and processes utilized by practitioners to bill for health services. Students will be introduced to medical coding procedures but this course does not focus on that process. This is not open to those who have completed ALH 5242 Medical Coding III.

ALH 5245 - PHARMACOLOGY CALCULATIONS (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help a student increase his/her knowledge concerning medication calculations in the clinical setting and would be very useful for anyone responsible for the administration of pharmaceutical agents. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to safely and accurately calculate the correct dosage for a wide range of medications. This course is taught by a healthcare professional that has clinical practice with calculating dosages and administering a wide range of medications. This course does not fulfill a math requirement at the college.

ALH 5246 - ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT (1 hr)
This certification course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge of advanced medical life support and would be excellent for anyone delivering patient care in the pre hospital or emergent setting. The course builds on critical thinking skills to allow the pre hospital provider to develop a differential diagnosis for the medical patient. This course is for certified/licensed EMTs, MICTs, RRTs, RNs, and physicians.

ALH 5248 - MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION FIELD WORK EXPERIENCE I (3 hrs)
The student will apply the training received through classroom and laboratory instruction at a workplace site. The student will develop competencies to increase understanding and skills in practical business work and medical transcription while guided by the instructor and training preceptor. The student will complete at least 180 hours of practical fieldwork at an actual business. Prerequisite: ALH 1660

ALH 5249 - MEDICAL CODING FIELD WORK EXPERIENCE I (3 hrs)
The student will apply the training received through classroom and laboratory instruction at a workplace site. The student will develop competencies to increase understanding and skills in practical business work and medical coding while guided by the instructor and training preceptor. The student will complete at least 180 hours of practical fieldwork at an actual business. Prerequisites: ALH 5240 and ALH 5241

ALH 5250 - INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC HEALTH (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his or her knowledge concerning public health, the public health system, and careers in public health. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to define public health, understand and measure health, describe the public health system, describe the interaction of the government and laws with public health, describe public health preparedness and emergency response, and discuss the public health workforce.

ALH 5251 - ECG INTERPRETATION (3 hrs)
The purpose of this class is to provide students with the basic principles of electrocardiography and ECG interpretation. It gives students a functional knowledge of the principals of ECG interpretation, to include localization of myocardial infarctions. If you have ever wanted to learn how to interpret ECG tracings, this class is for you.

ALH 5658 - FIRST AID IN THE WORKPLACE (3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to prepare people with the ability to manage medical and traumatic emergencies before EMS arrives at the scene. This class is ideal for those who always wanted to know how to help sick and injured people.

ALH 5661 - NEWBORN RESUSCITATION (1 hr)
The purpose of the American Academy of Pediatrics/American Heart Association Course is to provide students with the knowledge, psychomotor ability, and attitudes necessary to manage a neonatal resuscitation. Students will be able to respond to these emergencies, with an emphasis on
rapid assessment and recognition, airway management, treatment knowledge, pharmacological intervention and post-resuscitation management. Typical students are respiratory therapists, pharmacists, physicians, nurses or paramedics.

ALH 5665 - HEALTHCARE CPR (1 hr)
The purpose of the Healthcare CPR class is to provide students who seek a career in healthcare or laypersons who desire an advanced knowledge of emergency cardiac care with the knowledge, psychomotor ability, and attitude necessary to manage basic cardiac and airway emergencies.

ALH 5670 - CPR INSTRUCTOR (1 hr)
The purpose of the American Heart Association's CPR Instructor class is to provide students, who wish to teach CPR to others, an advanced knowledge of emergency cardiac care. Students will acquire the necessary knowledge, psychomotor ability, and attitude necessary to manage CPR classes in a constructive and competent fashion.

ALH 5671 - PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (1 hr)
The purpose of the American Heart Association PALS Course is to provide students with the knowledge, psychomotor ability, and attitudes necessary to manage a pediatric or neonatal resuscitation. Students will be able to respond to these emergencies, with an emphasis on rapid assessment and recognition, airway management, treatment knowledge, pharmacological intervention and post-resuscitation management. Typical students are respiratory therapists, pharmacists, physicians, nurses or paramedics.

ALH 5672 - ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER (1 hr)
The purpose of the American Heart Association ACLS Course is to provide students with the knowledge, psychomotor ability, and attitudes necessary to manage a patient in cardiac arrest using advanced life support procedures. Typical students are respiratory therapists, pharmacists, physicians, nurses or paramedics. Emphasis will be placed on rapid defibrillation, assessment, algorithm knowledge, pharmacological intervention, and post resuscitation management.

ALH 5673 - ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR (1 hr)
The purpose of the American Heart Association's ACLS Instructor class is to provide students, who wish to teach ACLS to others, an increased awareness of advanced cardiac life support care. Students will acquire the necessary knowledge, psychomotor ability, and attitude necessary to manage American Heart Association ACLS classes in a constructive and competent fashion. Typical students are respiratory therapists, pharmacists, physicians, nurses or paramedics.

ALH 5676 - ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT (4 hrs)
The student will develop competencies in managing adult cardiac arrest resuscitations. Students will be able to respond to these emergencies, with an emphasis on rapid and aggressive intervention, assessment, ECG interpretation, algorithm knowledge, intravenous infusions, advanced airway maneuvers, pharmacological intervention, and post-resuscitation management. Typical participants are certified or licensed as respiratory therapists, pharmacists, physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses or paramedics (could be a current student in these healthcare areas as well). The course concludes with an American Heart Association ACLS course.

ALH 6312 - PERSONAL HEALTH AND COMMUNITY HYGIENE (P) (3 hrs)
Designed to give the student a working knowledge of fundamental principles of healthful living as applied to the work of the individual, the school, the community, and the various levels of government in promoting health programs. Considerable emphasis is placed on mental health, stimulants and narcotics, dietary disturbances and dangers, glands of internal secretion, parenthood, and communicable diseases.

ALH 6323 - FIRST AID & CPR (P) (3 hrs)
Cause, prevention, and first aid care of life-threatening respiratory and cardiac emergencies and non-life-threatening emergencies for infant, children, and adults as outlined by the American Red Cross. An additional charge will be assessed to the student for an American Red Cross Card.

ALH 6391 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM I (1 hr)
This course is designed to help the student increase their practical knowledge while pursuing a career in athletic training. The primary purpose in each practicum is increasing knowledge and practical applications required of athletic trainers. Students taking this course will receive hands-on experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). This includes working in the training room and with the college’s intercollegiate athletic teams. Prerequisite: ALH 6395

ALH 6392 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM II (1 hr)
This course is designed to help the student increase their practical knowledge while pursuing a career in athletic training. The primary purpose in each practicum is increasing knowledge and practical applications required of athletic trainers. Students taking this course will receive hands-on experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). This includes working in the training room and with the college’s intercollegiate athletic teams. Prerequisite: ALH 6391and ALH 6395

ALH 6393 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM III (1 hr)
This course is designed to help the student increase their practical knowledge while pursuing a career in athletic training. The primary purpose in each practicum is increasing knowledge and practical applications required of athletic trainers. Students taking this course will receive hands-on experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). This includes working in the training room and with the college’s intercollegiate athletic teams. Prerequisite: ALH 6392 and ALH 6395

ALH 6394 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM IV (1 hr)
This course is designed to help the student increase their practical knowledge while pursuing a career in athletic training. The primary purpose in each practicum is increasing knowledge and practical applications required of athletic trainers. Students taking this course will receive hands-on experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). This includes working in the training room and with the college’s intercollegiate athletic teams. Prerequisite: ALH 6393 and ALH 6395

ALH 6395 – CARE and PREVENTION of ATHLETICS INJURIES (3 hrs)
This course is designed for students in athletic training, personal training, coaching, or physical education. The course will discuss and identify risk factors associated with participation in competitive and recreational athletics. Emphasis will be placed in prevention, first aid, treatment and care of injuries. Furthermore, the inclusion of the athletic training profession in the allied health care field will be analyzed. Back to Index

ANTHROPOLOGY / ARCHAEOLOGY

ANT 6911 - CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY (S) (3 hrs)
Students will explore the concept of culture as a system of ideas, behaviors, technology, and organization. The focus is on the ways in which humans produce culture in a given environment, so that students gain an understanding of the diverse ways in which humans live.

ANT 6920 - INTRODUCTION TO ARCHAEOLOGY (3 hrs)
This course will introduce students to the theories and methods of archaeology, and to the archeological record. Students will participate in archaeological fieldwork, as opportunities allow.

ANT 6930 - INTRODUCTION TO BIO-PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY (3 hrs)
Students will explore the theories and mechanisms of human origins and development, in order to gain an appreciation of the biological, physical, and historical unity and diversity of the human family. Back to Index

ART 2110 - ACTIVE ARTIST WORKSHOP (1 hrs)
This course is a required course for all students majoring in art and design. It is an opportunity to explore your artistic voice and better understand the way you see the world. This will be an investigation of your past work, cultural, and familial influences. Through field trips, journaling, individual, and group projects, you will actively develop and manipulate your creative voice.

ART 2111 - ART APPRECIATION (H) (3 hrs)
This course is designed to develop a personal appreciation of art. By combining a study of concepts and artist's works, the student should improve one's judgment and ability to understand art critically. Students will:

1. Develop a personal appreciation, understanding and awareness of art and the influence of arts on individual life
2. Be exposed to a wide variety of arts, primarily from the Renaissance to today and will be able to relate art to the culture of a period
3. Have a working knowledge of various methods of creating visual arts and a solid foundation of the elements and principles of art and design
4. Have an increased capacity to appreciate the arts and be more observant and aware of the immediate surroundings
5. Establish a solid foundation of critical thinking as it applies to art and experiment with application in other life situations. This course is open to all students and is designed chiefly for non-art majors.

ART 2112 - DRAWING I (2 hrs)
The basic fundamentals of drawing as applied to the realistic representation of the following shapes: cone, cylinder, cube, and sphere. A variety of media and techniques will be explored; work from still life and landscape, including a study of perspective. This course is open to all students wishing to learn the basic fundamentals of drawing and is not restricted to art majors.

ART 2113 - DRAWING II (2 hrs)
Continuation of Drawing I with strong emphasis on individual creative expression; dealing with figurative directions; work with a wide variety of media.

ART 2115 - LEADED STAINED GLASS (1 hr)
This course covers the basic cutting techniques, leading window hangings, tiffany method, sound color design, and composition used to make stained glass works.

ART 2120 - PAINTING I (2 hrs)
Introduction to painting with oil, plastic, or watercolor mediums; work with still life, landscape, and abstract; emphasis on design, composition, and techniques of handling the medium chosen. This course is open to all students wishing to learn the basic techniques of painting and is not restricted to art majors.

ART 2121 - PAINTING II (2 hrs)
Continuation of Painting I with exposure to recent trends in modern art, with emphasis placed on individual's choice of direction to pursue a figurative or non-figurative direction. Prerequisite: ART 2120

ART 2124 - FOUNDATION PAINTING I (3 hrs)
A foundation course serving as an introduction and exploration in the basic principles, materials, and skills of oil painting. This course synthesizes studies in observation, proportion, sighting perspective, value, color, and composition. The course is required for art and graphic design majors. This course meets 6 hours per week.

ART 2125 - FOUNDATION PAINTING II (3 hrs)
A foundation course building on techniques of Foundation Painting I by implementing the media of watercolor and acrylic. This course synthesizes studies in observation, proportion, sighting perspective, value, color, and composition. The course is required for art and graphic design majors. This course meets 6 hours per week. Prerequisite: ART 2124

ART 2126 - FOUNDATION DRAWING I (3 hrs)
An introduction and exploration in the basic principles, materials, and skills of freehand drawing. This course synthesizes studies in observation, proportion, sighting perspective, value, color, and composition. The course is required for art and graphic design majors. This course meets 6 hours per week.

ART 2127 - FOUNDATION DRAWING II (3 hrs)
A continuing exploration in the basic principles, materials, and skills of freehand drawing. This course synthesizes studies in observation, proportion, sighting perspective, value, color, and composition. The course is required for art and graphic design majors. This course meets 6 hours per week. Prerequisite: ART 2126

ART 2130 - FOUNDATION DESIGN I (3 hrs)
This foundation studio course will provide a solid background in compositional principles and design vocabulary as they apply to two-dimensional problems. The course will focus on the development of research skills, technical applications, execution skills, perceptual understandings, conceptual ideation, plus visual and verbal communication and presentation skills. Studio activities will be developmental and are sequential in nature to foster creative thinking and problem solving skills. This course is required of all art and graphic design majors and meets 6 hours per week.

ART 2135 - FOUNDATION DESIGN II (3 hrs)
This foundation studio course will provide a solid background in compositional principles and design vocabulary as they apply to three-dimensional problems. The course will focus on the development of research skills, technical applications, execution skills, perceptual understandings, conceptual ideation, plus visual and verbal communication and presentation skills. Studio activities will be developmental and sequential in nature to foster creative thinking and problem solving skills. The course is required of all art and graphic design majors and meets 6 hours per week. Prerequisite: ART 2130

ART 2140 - TEXTILE AND FIBERS (2 hrs)
Basic course in textile and fibers, familiarization with tools and methods of weaving and macramé, including a study of fibers, textiles and dyeing. This course is not restricted to art majors.

ART 2141 - ART HISTORY I (H) (3 hrs)
An in-depth study of the outline and historical significance of art from Prehistoric times up to the Renaissance in chronological order.

ART 2142 - ART HISTORY II (H) (3 hrs)
An in-depth study of the outline and historical significance of art from the Renaissance into the Twentieth century in chronological order.

ART 2145 - SCULPTURE I (3 hrs)
This is an introductory studio course introducing basic sculptural processes, materials, tools and equipment. This course focuses on developing the skills and aesthetics relating to the different materials and processes used in creating sculpture. Studio safety will be emphasized. Processes will include additive/modeling, constructive, subtractive/carving, and replacement/casting. This course is open to all students and not restricted to art majors.

ART 2146 - CERAMICS I (3 hrs)
This is an introductory studio course introducing basic ceramic processes, materials, tools, and equipment. The emphasis of this course focuses on developing the skills and aesthetics relating to the different materials and processes used in creating ceramic pieces. Students will be introduced to handmade and wheel-thrown pottery techniques, glazing, and other methods of surface enrichment, stacking the kiln, and firing procedures. This course is open to all students and not restricted to art majors.

ART 2147 - SCULPTURE II (3 hrs)
This is a studio course designed for students who wish to further explore and gain proficiency in sculpture design, methods, and techniques. The emphasis of this course focuses on further development of the skills and aesthetics relating to the different materials and processes used in creating sculpture. This course is open to all students who have successfully completed ART 2145.

ART 2148 - CERAMICS II (3 hrs)
This is a studio course designed for students who wish to further explore and gain proficiency in ceramic design, methods, and techniques. The emphasis of this course focuses on further development of the skills and aesthetics relating to the different materials and processes used in creating ceramic pieces. This course is open to all students who have successfully completed ART 2146.

ART 2150 - ELEMENTARY ART METHODS (3 hrs)
This course is for those who plan to go into elementary education. It is a studio course with a hands-on approach designed so that anyone desiring to be a teacher (K-8) can design, implement, and evaluate arts experiences that are developmentally appropriate, meaningful and challenging for all students, that lead to positive learning outcomes and that develop positive attitudes toward artistic explorations and expressions. This course is designed for education majors but is open to all students who wish to learn more about working with art and young children.

ART 2160 - PROBLEMS IN ART (2 hrs)
Individual instruction in area of student's choosing. This course should be used for additional study in an area after all available courses in the area have been completed. By arrangement.

ART 2170 ART EXPLORATION: HANDMADE GREETING CARDS (1 hr)
This course is designed to present techniques and experiences in the hand making of paper and designing of greeting cards. Employing a variety of practices, and procedures, this course will focus on different media and techniques such as tissue paper collages, mixed media, and found art to construct unique greeting cards. The course is intended for non-art majors and community members at large, however art majors may benefit from the course.

ART 2171 - ART EXPLORATION: PLEIN AIR PAINTING (1hr)
This course is designed to present techniques and experiences in plein art painting (painting landscape on location). Employing a variety of practices, and procedures, this course will focus on different paint media and techniques used in painting out of doors. The course is intended for non-art majors and community members at large, however art majors may benefit from the course.

ART 2172 - ART EXPLORATION: PORTRAIT SCULPTURE IN CLAY (1 hr)
This course is designed to present techniques and experiences in making human portrait sculptures out of clay. Employing a variety of practices, and procedures, this course will focus on the human facial structure and proportions as well as construction methods. The course is intended for non-art majors and community members at large, however art majors may benefit from the course.

ART 2173 - ART EXPLORATION: WATERCOLOR PAINTING (1 hr)
This course is designed to present techniques and experiences in watercolor painting. Employing a variety of practices, and procedures, this course will focus on watercolor media and techniques. The course is intended for non-art majors and community members at large, however art majors may benefit from the course.

ART 2174 - ART EXPLORATION: PRINTMAKING (1 hr)
This course is designed to present techniques and experiences in printmaking. Employing a variety of practices, and procedures, this course will focus on different media and techniques employed in relief, lithographic, and various transfer types of printing. The course is intended for non-art majors
and community members at large, however art majors may benefit from the course.

ART 2175 - ART EXPLORATION: RAKU POTTERY (1 hr)
This course presents the basic techniques used in making hand built pottery and introduces the Raku method of firing. This course will focus on hand built construction methods, pottery function, and design, glazing techniques and the Raku firing process. This course is intended for non-art majors and community members at large, however art majors may benefit from the course.

ART 2176 - ART EXPLORATION: JEWELRY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION (1 hr)
This course presents the basic techniques used in making handmade jewelry. This course will focus on functional design and construction methods, including basic metalsmithing; forging, soldering, and construction, used in the jewelry making process. The course is intended for non-art majors and community members at large, however art majors may benefit from the course. Back to Index

AMS 3116 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (9 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosis and repair of electrical and electronic systems. Topics presented throughout the course cover complex vehicle multiplexing systems, battery, starting, charging, and lighting systems, as well as driver information systems.

AMS 3126 - ENGINE PERFORMANCE (9 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosing and repair of engine performance networks, systems, and components. Topics presented throughout the course cover general engine performance systems, computerized engine control systems, ignition systems, fuel, air induction, exhaust systems, and emissions standards.

AMS 3136 - SUSPENSION & STEERING (5 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosing and repair of the suspension and steering systems. Topics presented throughout the course cover steering systems, suspension systems, wheels, tires, and alignment concerns.

AMS 3137 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS (5 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosing and repair of the automatic transmission and transaxle systems. Topics presented throughout the course cover diagnoses, removal, repair, and installation of automatic transmissions and transaxles, both on and off the vehicle, including the disassembly of oil pumps, converters, gear trains, shafts, bushings, cases and friction, and reaction units.

AMS 3146 - BRAKES (5 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosing and repair of braking systems. Topics presented throughout the course cover hydraulic brake systems, drum and disc brakes, power brakes, miscellaneous, and related braking systems such as wheel bearing, parking brakes, electrical, etc. and anti-lock brake systems.

AMS 3147 - MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS (5 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosing and repair of the manual and transaxle systems. Topics presented throughout the course cover diagnoses, removal, repair, and installation of manual transmissions and transaxles.

AMS 3156 - ENGINE REPAIR (5 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosing and repair of automotive engine assemblies, as well as general automotive engine systems, cylinder head and value train systems, engine block assembly, lubrication, and cooling systems.

AMS 3181 - HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (5 hrs)
This course will enable the student to gain basic understanding and hands on experience utilizing industry standard procedures in the diagnosing and repair of heating and air conditioning systems. Topics presented throughout the course cover all related refrigerant system components, heating, ventilation, and engine cooling systems. Also provided is training on refrigerant recovery and handling in accordance with strict federal government guidelines. Back to Index

BIO 4110 - BIOLOGY REVIEW (1 hr)
A course designed to introduce materials covered in Principles of Biology BIO 4111. It is recommended for students planning to take BIO 4150 Human Anatomy and Physiology or BIO 4160 Microbiology but has not had a recent life science course, or students wishing to prepare for Principles of Biology BIO 4111.

BIO 4111 - PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (N) (5 hrs)
An introduction to biological concepts included in the General Education Biology Core Competencies. This includes understanding the nature of science, levels of organization, bioenergetics, reproduction, and inheritance, and the mechanisms of change. Laboratory stresses the process of scientific investigation and observation of biological processes.

BIO 4118 - ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY (N) (3 hrs)
Topics include the relationship of the human species to the environment. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the basic and ecological principles and the ecological crises confronting the human species. Survey studies of bodily, aquatic, and terrestrial ecosystems are included. Aspects of health ecology also are covered in the course.

BIO 4120 - GENERAL BOTANY (N) (5 hrs)
A study of the anatomy, ecology, physiology, evolution, and taxonomy of the non-vascular and vascular members of the plant kingdom. Emphasis is placed on the seed plants. Basic plant anatomy, physiology, and taxonomy are studied in laboratory. Prerequisite: A freshman level college course in general Biology or a recent high school Biology class (within the last 5 years)

BIO 4125 - GENERAL BIOLOGY I (N) (5 hrs)
A study of the fundamental concepts in cellular and molecular biology, that leads to further studies in the diversity of life. Emphasis in lab is placed on the biological functions that define life, including basic biochemistry, cell and membrane functions, bioenergetics, reproduction and genetics, and phylogeny and evolution. Prerequisite: Advanced High School Biology class, BIO 4111, or a Science ACT score of 21

BIO 4130 - GENERAL ZOOLOGY (N) (5 hrs)
A study of the major types and groups of animals from the protozoan’s through the vertebrates. Lecture emphasizes the molecular organization, physiology, development, genetics, evolution, and ecology of animals. Laboratory work emphasizes the structural comparison of major animal groups. Prerequisite: An introductory level college course in general biology or a recent high school biology class (within the last 5 years)

BIO 4135 - GENERAL BIOLOGY II (N) (5 hrs)
A study of the fundamental concepts of biology as they apply to levels of organization, from the bacteria through the vertebrates, and ecosystems. Lecture emphasis is on the organization, physiology, and diversity of life as studied through the kingdoms. Laboratory work emphasizes the structural comparison of major Kingdoms and phyla. Prerequisite: Advanced High School Biology class, BIO 4111, a Science ACT score of 21

BIO 4150 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (N) (5 hrs)
A detailed study of the structure and function of the human body. Laboratory work includes tissue examination, basic physiological experiments, and structural identification of all organ systems. Prerequisite: The student must complete one of the following: BIO 4111, BIO 4110, or successful completion of a life science lab class within the past five years

BIO 4151 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY ENHANCEMENT (N) (1 hr)
This course provides for an elaboration of either the anatomy or the physiology of foundation topics presented in anatomy and physiology (BIO4150). Topics can include cell structure and function, muscular system, nervous system, endocrine system, immune system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive systems and/or urogenital system. Prerequisite: BIO 4150 or an equivalent 5 credit hour course

BIO 4160 - MICROBIOLOGY (N) (5 hrs)
An introduction to microorganism and their morphology, physiology, genetics and distribution. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of microorganisms to disease and the human immune responses. Techniques involving staining, culturing, identifying, and biochemistry are considered. The student must complete one of the following: BIO 4110, BIO 4111, or successful completion of a life science lab class within the past five years. Suggested Prerequisite: CHM 4211 General Chemistry Back to Index

BUS 1311 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS (3 hrs)
A study of various types of business organization and the relationship of business to government and management to labor. Management's perspective of production, marketing, personnel, finance, and transportation is a constant consideration.

BUS 1315 - PERSONAL FINANCE (3 hrs)
This course is designed for non-business majors as well as for business majors. It is concerned with efficient management of money as a primary requirement for a successful personal life. This course is designed to aid the individual in establishing and maintaining credit, using a budget, safeguarding and investment of savings and arranging personal insurance.

BUS 1330 - BUSINESS MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)
A course, which deals with the type of mathematics used in business transactions, including managerial, secretarial, and clerical positions. Among the lessons included will be work with decimals, fractions, percentages, calculations of discounts, interest, etc.

BUS 1350 - BUSINESS LAW (3 hrs)
A basic introductory law course covering the legal and social environment within which business operates, including the structure, processes, and procedures of the American legal system. A substantial portion of the course is devoted to contracts.

BUS 1388 - TIME MANAGEMENT (1 hr)
The purpose of this course is to help people manage their time more effectively. Time management is an attitude. Creativity and value judgment will be used to determine an effective daily schedule.

BUS 1389 - INCOME TAX (3 hrs)
This class is designed to assist the individual to understand methods by which Federal and State Income Tax Forms may be completed and calculated. Types of income, exemptions, deductions, dividends, contributions, capital gains and losses, and forms for reporting will be covered. Tax Accounting software will be exhibited.

BUS 1412 – INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP (3 hrs)
Starting a business is one of the most challenging projects a person can undertake. Introduction to Entrepreneurship will prepare students for a successful entrepreneurial venture. Students will be exposed to the issues that entrepreneurs face in the business world, as well as the lessons learned from successful and failed business ventures. The course explains the entrepreneurial way of thinking and acting, ways of testing the feasibility of an idea, skills needed, how to raise capital, the means of marketing the product, and how to develop business plan.

BUS 1413 - THE ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERIENCE (3 hrs)
The marketplace has changed dramatically over the last 20 years. To compete and grow, small business must do more than just give lip service to putting the customer at the center of the business. The Entrepreneurial Experience will learn the different paths to business ownership, how to effectively market new products, management strategies for the 21st century, and how to plan financially for a business. Prerequisite: BUS 1412

BUS 1417 - ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP (1 hr)
The internship program is designed to give business students practical experience in their preparation for career success and to provide opportunities to experience the connection between work and learning. The internship experience provides many benefits, from enhancing the student's knowledge of an industry or business field to increasing their confidence in themselves and their abilities. Internships offer students an opportunity to improve their professional skills, familiarize themselves with the business environment, network with business professionals, and refine their personal and career goals and aspirations. Prerequisite: BUS 1412 and BUS 1413

BUS 1420 - PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
The student will be able to explore the basic management functions of planning and controlling that pertain to the type of business for which the student is preparing to work on a career basis. The basic management theories, function, aspects or various types of business will be studied.

BUS 1425 - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help students understand the challenges of human resource management and develop the skills needed to manage a business’s most important asset - the staff you lead. Students will explore topics such as recruitment and hiring, supervision and performance evaluation, retention, and negotiations.

BUS 1430 - PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING (3 hrs)
Problems of transferring title and in moving goods from producer to consumer, buying, selling, storing, transporting, standardizing, financing, risk-bearing, and supplying market information. An intensive study is made of free enterprise and the government's contribution, retailing, and international marketing. The consumer's view is held in sharp focus.

BUS 1460 - HUMAN RELATIONS PEOPLE AT WORK (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help employees and supervisors gain human relations skills needed for success at their work site. The case method will be used to analyze situations in which actual job relations are presented. Back to Index

OFT 1611 - KEYBOARDING FOR COMPUTERS (1 hr)
This course is designed to develop utilization of the touch system of keyboarding on the standard keyboard and manipulation of the operative parts of the keyboard. Emphasis will be on accuracy with speed. Students cannot be enrolled simultaneously in this course and either OFT 1612 Basic Document Formatting or OFT 1614-Advanced Document Formatting.

OFT 1612 - BASIC DOCUMENT FORMATTING (2 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to provide an orientation to formatting personal and business letters, manuscripts, tables, and reports, in order to develop acceptable skills in word processing, with emphasis on increased accuracy and speed in keyboarding skills. Students cannot be enrolled simultaneously in this course and either OFT 1611 Keyboarding or OFT 1614-Advanced Document Formatting. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills of approximately, 25 words per minute or students without keyboarding skills are encouraged to enroll in OFT 1611

OFT 1614 - ADVANCED DOCUMENT FORMATTING (3 hrs)
This course is designed for further development of accuracy and speed in keyboarding straight copy, as well as advanced formatting of business letters, tables, reports, and business forms on the computer. Students cannot be enrolled simultaneously in this course and either OFT 1611 Keyboarding or OFT 1612 Basic Document Formatting. Prerequisite: Successful completion of OFT 1612, or basic word processing skills and keyboarding skills of approximately 30 words per minute

OFT 1630 - BUSINESS ENGLISH I (3 hrs)
This course is designed for an intensive course in grammatical and technical principles for written business communication. Stress is placed on correct spelling, proper punctuation, and correct sentence structure. Additional emphasis will be placed on increasing proofreading skills to insure the mail ability of all written business communication. No prerequisites

OFT 1635 - TEN-KEY AND SPREADSHEET SOLUTIONS (3 hrs)
Students will learn the touch operation of the electronic calculator and number keypad of the computer. Business applications will give students reinforcement of business math skills, efficient calculator operation, and efficient computer usage. Recommended: Successful completion of Business Math. Prerequisite: Computer Applications or Excel

OFT 1640 - BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS (3 hrs)
Students will learn principles that apply to the major types of business letters and the application of those principles in the actual construction of effective business letters and report writing. Emphasis on letter mechanics, organized thinking, and practical psychology. Prerequisites: Word processing ability and completion of EBE 2208 English

OFT 1645 - OFFICE PROCEDURES (3 hrs)
Designed for an intensive course in clerical and administrative office assistant procedures. Stress is placed on human relations, personality development, and improvement of work habits and procedures. Practical office problems include using postal and shipping services, using Dictaphones, processing mail, using the telephone, filing, planning travel, arranging meetings and conferences, preparing reports, and handling financial and legal responsibilities. This course is designed specifically for students who are in their second year of the Office Technology program or for students who have previous office experience. Prerequisite: Word processing ability

OFT 1651 - FIELD WORK EXPERIENCE I (3 hrs)
On-the-job employment training in business relating directly with the major objective of the student. The student is responsible for obtaining employment in an approved training station for the semester with a minimum of 225 clock hours.

OFT 1665 - LEGAL TERMINOLOGY (3 hrs)
This course is designed to teach the student definitions, spelling, pronunciation, and proper usage of words and terms associated with the legal field. This course is a pre-requisite for (or may be taken concurrently with) OFT 1668 Legal Transcription.

OFT 1666 - LEGAL OFFICE PROCEDURES (3 hrs) 
This course is designed to introduce students to
the career of Legal Office Assistant. Stress is placed on understanding legal office procedures, preparing legal office documents, understanding substantive law, and understanding legal research activities. Stress is placed on oral and written communication, punctuation, and proofreading skills. Prerequisite: Word processing ability

OFT 1668 - LEGAL TRANSCRIPTION (3 hrs)
This course is designed to give the student a firm foundation in legal transcribing through the use of a variety of legal documents commonly encountered in a legal setting. The course will assist the student in developing necessary skills to transcribe legal dictation with speed and accuracy. It will also enhance the learner’s knowledge of legal terminology and their use of English language skills and proofreading skills. Prerequisite: Keyboarding ability of approximately 45 wpm, OFT 1665 (may be taken concurrently)

OFT 1675 - RECORDS MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
Develop skills in alphabetic, numeric, subject, and geographic filing procedures and develop competence in managing computer database records. Prerequisite: CAP 1516 Computer Applications Back to Index