Course Descriptions

CHC 5711 - ORIENTATION TO THE CHILD CARE FIELD (3 hrs)
This class will explore an overview of early childhood development from birth through eight years of age. We will study current research involving the family before birth and continue through the stages of physical, social, and cognitive growth. Also, we will study various methods of early childhood approaches.

CHC 5715 - INTERACTION TECHNIQUES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN (3 hrs)
Provides a background for dealing with the behaviors of young children. Theoretical approaches are explored to help student establish effective techniques.

CHC 5717 - EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (3 hrs)
This class is designed for students who work with children ages birth through age 8. We will consider all facets of an early childhood curriculum including information on physical, cognitive, language, social and creative development.

CHC 5719 - CREATIVE ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN WITH LAB (4 hrs)
This course identifies the creative and educational needs of children from infancy to six years of age. Students will address developmental and educational standards for art, music, language, literature, science, math, and social concepts through the use of toys, dramatic play, enrichment activities, etc. Students will create a professional portfolio of lesson plans and activities based upon the theories and best practices learned in previous early childhood courses. This professional portfolio can be utilized during field experiences and clinical practice. Prerequisites: CHC 5711, CHC 5715, CHC 5717, EDU 6281Children with Special Needs, EDU 6230 Human Growth and Development

CHC 5725 - PARENTS AND YOUNG CHILDREN (2 hrs)
The purpose of this class is twofold: To make available to parents and teachers of young children general information centering around the young child, the family and goals and styles of parenting models; and to enhance personal growth of class members by drawing on the expertise that each member of the class has had in their experiences working with children.

CHC 5732 - PRACTICUM I (3 hrs)
Students will gain hands-on experience in actually working with children. This class will provide 150 clock hours in the care of young children. Students will gain hands-on experience in actually working with children. This class will provide 150 clock hours in the care of young children.

CHC 5735 - CHILDCARE ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION (3 hrs)
A study of organizational administration of preschool programs including facilities, personnel selection, staffing, scheduling, and budgeting.   Back to Index

ECO 6113 - PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS (S) (3 hrs)
This course explores the fundamental aspects of the U.S. economy including growth, fiscal and monetary policy, unemployment, inflation, national debt, money and the Federal Reserve System. National and international policy topics will be discussed.

ECO 6114 - PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS (S) (3 hrs)
Attention will be given to the methods of producing the goods and services that our economy provides. The following areas are explored: Supply, demand, pricing, scarcity, business firms and business costs, private enterprise, monopolies, oligopolies, collusion, unions and collective bargaining, business anti-trust and public interest, incomes, wages and salaries, income distribution, taxes and tax reform. Back to Index

EDU 5520 – INTRODUCTION TO PARAPROFESSIONALISM (3 hrs)
Introduction and instruction in the methods and techniques for basic competency areas in which special education paraprofessionals are involved.

EDU 6211 – INTRODUCTION TO THE TEACHING PROFESSION (3 hrs)
This is a preparation course for those who are considering education as a career field. Course content introduces students to the various components of formalized schooling and education of today. It gives perspective teachers an overview of the skills and knowledge needed to be a successful professional. This course must be taken in conjunction with EDU 6212

EDU 6212 – INTRODUCTION TO THE TEACHING PROFESSIONAL FIELD EXPERIENCE (1 hr)
This is an extension of EDU 6211 and provides an opportunity for hands-on experiences in a PreK-12 classroom. Students are required to complete 25 hours in the field during the semester and reflect upon topics and issues presented in the EDU 6211 course.

EDU 6230 – HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (2 Hrs)
This course provides an overview of the theories methods, and content in the field of child development. The framework for this course has four major dimensions: a) basic theoretical and research issues; b) development from an interdisciplinary perspective c) interaction of life experiences and human change; d) applying this understanding to the “real world.”

EDU 6270 – CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENT LITERATURE (3 hrs)
This course will increase the student’s knowledge of children/adolescent literature and language development. In addition, it will examine principles and instructional techniques for introducing and enhancing good literature in ways that will increase children and adolescent’s love of reading.

EDU 6281 - CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS (3 hrs)
This is an introductory course designed for individuals interested in children ages birth through 18. It will provide students with information concerning children with special needs, more specifically those who experience difficult life situations as well as those with physical or cognitive disabilities. It will provide many opportunities for differentiating instruction to meet the needs of these students.  Back to Index

EMS 5611 - EMS ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (5 hrs)
Anatomy and Physiology, along with basic chemistry and biochemistry with special emphasis aimed at cellular application to all body systems and structures. The class provides the student with knowledge of normal body development, structure, and function. The fundamental mechanisms of human physiology are explored to provide the basis from which an understanding of normal bodily function can be acquired and pathophysiology can be better understood.

EMS 5615 - PRE-HOSPITAL CARE (3 hrs)
Information presented in this class includes EMS as a system concept, the MICT’s role as a healthcare professional, ethics, stress management, illness and injury prevention, communications, and specific roles and responsibilities of the MICT. Legal aspects of prehospital medicine and legislation will be introduced. Advanced patient assessment is thoroughly discussed and correlated to knowledge acquired during the Anatomy and Physiology class. Advanced airway management is thoroughly explored and correlated to knowledge acquired during the Anatomy and Physiology class. This class provides instruction in both basic and advanced airway management techniques. Emphasis is placed on proper ventilation and cellular respiration as a basis for continued life. Both didactic and psychomotor skills training are used during the class. Prerequisite: EMS 5611

EMS 5620 - ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY (3 hrs)
This class provides the student basic cardiology and electrocardiography, with an emphasis placed on the prehospital setting. Electrophysiology will be reviewed, along with the electrical conduction system of the heart and normal impulse generation. Disease processes of the myocardium shall be introduced to the student. The primary role of the class shall be proficiency in the interpretation of the standard limb lead ECG tracing, to include normal parameters, and dysrhythmias originating in the SA node, AV node, and ventricular tissues. Heart blocks, pre-excitation syndromes, and internal pacemakers will be discussed. The student will be become proficient in reading twelve lead electrocardiograms Prerequisites: EMS 5611 and EMS 5615

EMS 5625 - PRE-HOSPITAL PHARMACOLOGY (4 hrs)
The physiological effects and clinical use of pharmacological agents utilized in prehospital emergency medicine shall be presented. Medications that are used primarily in emergency situations will be stressed. Legislation, which concerns pharmacology, shall be presented. The class will provide the student with knowledge of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and the following information on the pertinent medications trade and generic names, class, pharmacological actions, uses, adult doses, side effects, contraindications, plasma halflife, excretion, methods of administration, antidotes, precautions, and the pediatric and neonatal doses. Circulatory access, medication administration, and advanced resuscitation methodologies are introduced in this class through lecture and psychomotor skills practice. Prerequisites: EMS 5611, EMS 5615, and EMS 5620

EMS 5630 - MEDICAL EMERGENCIES (4 hrs)
Medical emergencies most often encountered by MICTs will be thoroughly presented in this class. Information will center on the pathophysiology of the disease processes and correlated to likely signs and symptoms. Students will become skilled at disease recognition and advanced treatment interventions. Content shall be provided through presentations and psychomotor skills practice. Prerequisites: EMS 5611, EMS 5615 EMS 5620, and EMS 5625

EMS 5635 - TRAUMATOLOGY (3 hrs)
Emergency situations, and the pathophysiology involved, which result from external mechanisms, will be thoroughly explored. This class will provide the student with advanced assessment, recognition, and management capabilities. Fractures, soft tissue injuries, and blunt and penetrating trauma to all body regions will be discussed. Kinematics and the anticipated injury pattern will be discussed. Psychomotor skills will be introduced, reinforced, and practiced. Prerequisites: EMS 5611, EMS 5615 EMS 5620, EMS 5625, and EMS 5630

EMS 5640 - CLINICAL MEDICINE (2 hrs)
Ambulance operations, EMS logistics, MCI procedures, rescue, crime scene management, and HAZMAT procedures will be presented in didactic and psychomotor skills practice. Orientation to the hospital clinical areas shall be provided. This class further prepares the student for hospital clinical rotations. Practical skills sessions cover sterile technique, gowning and gloving, and other related skills used in the hospital setting. Prerequisites: EMS 5611, EMS 5615, EMS 5620, EMS 5625, EMS 5630, and EMS 5635

EMS 5645 - HOSPITAL CLINICALS (13 hrs)
Students will be scheduled to perform in the hospital environment, psychiatric facilities and physicians’ offices 4‑5 times a week at 8‑12 hours each session. This class will require 11‑12 weeks, depending upon hospital scheduling requirements. Nursing and other specialty units will be utilized, to include Intensive Care Units, Operating and post anesthesia recovery room, Emergency Departments, Labor and Delivery Rooms, Pediatric Units, Psychiatric Unit, Endoscopy lab and Respiratory Therapy. Practical application of previously mastered material will be stressed, to include patient assessment, venipuncture, IV therapy, ECG interpretation, defibrillation, airway management, and pharmacological intervention. All direct patient care is under the direct supervision of nurses, physicians, and MICT clinical coordinators. Experience with body substance isolation, aseptic technique, childbirth, bandaging, immobilization, hemorrhage control, and other related procedures will be discussed and practiced. Students are required to write 3 case study presentations during this course. Students will continue attending classes according to the course schedule. Prerequisites: EMS 5611, EMS 5615, EMS 5620, EMS 5625, EMS 5630, EMS 5635, EMS 5640 and instructor permission

EMS 5650 - FIELD INTERNSHIP (16 hrs)
The student will be scheduled to perform in the prehospital environment with an organization, which provides advanced life support ambulance treatment and transportation (Type I license with the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Service). Students will perform under the direct supervision of Kansas Certified MICTs for a total of 500‑750 hours, depending upon the students’ needs and abilities. Emphasis will be placed on the proper performance of all pre-hospital patient care and clinical decision-making abilities. Students are required to prepare a research paper, which covers pertinent EMS topics and has instructor approval. Prerequisites: EMS 5611, EMS 5615, EMS 5620, EMS 5625, EMS 5630, EMS 5635, EMS 5640, EMS 5645, and instructor permission

EMS 5655 - ADVANCED EMS CARE (1 hr)
This course prepares the student for the National Registry examination and concludes with a final written and practical examination provided by instructors not associated with Cowley College. Prerequisites: EMS 5611, EMS 5615, EMS 5620, EMS 5625, EMS 5630, EMS 5635, EMS 5640, EMS 5645, EMS 5650, and instructor permission

EMS OTHER CLASSES AND EMERGENCY HEALTHCARE COURSES

EMS 5247 - EMS INSTRUCTOR/COORDINATOR (6 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his or her knowledge concerning the instruction and coordination of EMS initial courses of instruction and continuing education programs. This course meets the requirements of the Kansas Board of EMS to gain certification as an Instructor/Coordinator, and is modeled on the National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors as developed by the NAEMSE for NHTSA. At the completion of the course, the student-instructor will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and behaviors appropriate for an entry level Instructor/Coordinator.

EMS 5605 – EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC (12 hrs)
The purpose of Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) course is to provide students with an academic and working knowledge to become state certified and to provide basic life support patient care. It provides the basic concepts of emergency care, which are needed to function as an EMT-B. This class will be helpful for other healthcare fields and is a prerequisite for the Mobile Intensive Care Technician (MICT) course.

EMS 5659 - EMS REFRESHER (3 hrs)
This course is for currently certified EMS personnel. The purpose of the class is to provide students with an updated academic and working knowledge of current EMS practice. It provides the current treatment modalities used in the out-of-hospital setting. It can be used for continuing education credit with the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services and is required for National Registry recertification.

EMS 5660 - FIRST RESPONDER COURSE (3 hrs)
The purpose of the First Responder (FR) course is to provide students with an academic and working knowledge to become state certified and to provide basic life support patient care. It provides the basic concepts of emergency care, which are needed to function as a first responder to emergency situations. Many law enforcement and fire departments require this training, as well as many private industrial organizations.

EMS 5662 - PRE-HOSPITAL TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT (1 hr)
The purpose of this PHTLS course is to provide students with the knowledge, psychomotor ability, and attitudes necessary to manage traumatized patients in the pre-hospital setting. Students will be able to respond to these emergencies, with an emphasis on rapid assessment and recognition, airway management, fluid resuscitation and pharmacological intervention. Typical students are respiratory therapists, nurses, EMTs or paramedics.

EMS 5663 - BASIC EMS TACTICAL OPERATIONS (1 hr)
The purpose of this introductory class is to provide students with the knowledge and attitudes necessary to perform tactical EMS operations. Students will learn the basic EMS tactics involved in delivering a search warrant, hostage situations, hostile environments, and riots. The student will develop competencies in working in high-risk situations and will be able to respond to these emergencies, with an increased knowledge of EMS tactical operations. Prerequisites: current EMS certification and/or employment as a public safety officer AND instructor approval

EMS 5664 - ADVANCED EMS TACTICAL OPERATIONS (1 hr)
The purpose of this second EMS tactical operations class is to provide students with greater knowledge to perform in hostile situations. Further exploration of EMS operational tactics shall be discussed to also include care under fire, protection of bystanders and other personnel, biohazard exposure, forensic considerations, and illicit drug manufacturing. The student will develop competencies in working in high-risk situations and will be able to respond to these emergencies, with an advanced knowledge of EMS tactical operations. Prerequisites: EMS 5663 AND instructor approval

EMS 5666 - FIRST RESPONDER TO EMT BASIC BRIDGE (6 hrs)
The purpose of this class is to provide a mechanism for certified Kansas First Responders to become EMTs without taking the entire EMT class. This bridge program for currently certified Kansas First Responders will provide students with an academic and working knowledge review of First Responder care and also add curricular content from the EMT-Basic course. It provides the basic concepts of emergency care, which are needed to function as an EMT-B. This class will be helpful for other healthcare fields and EMT certification is a prerequisite for the Mobile Intensive Care Technician (MICT) course.

EMS 5667 - PREHOSPITAL CARE ADMINISTRATION I (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge concerning the issues regarding pre-hospital care administration. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to describe cultural and human resources related to EMS, and evolving EMS operations.

EMS 5668 - PREHOSPITAL CARE ADMINISTRATION II (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge concerning issues regarding pre-hospital care administration. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to describe EMS financial issues, and management of the changing clinical environment.

EMS 5669 - PRINCIPLES OF EMS SYSTEMS (3hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge concerning the principles of EMS systems. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to describe basic EMS system issues, EMS and trauma systems, medical oversight, EMS administration, and operations, and specialty EMS issues and operations.

EMS 5675 - EMS RECERTIFICATION (1 hr)
The purpose of the EMS Recertification class is to provide students with an updated academic and working knowledge of current EMS practice. It provides the current treatment modalities used in the out-of-hospital setting. It can be used for continuing education credit with the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services by currently certified EMS providers. This class is open to all interested in EMS care.

EMS 5678 - TRAINING OFFICER I (1 hr)
Upon completion of the course, students will have an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the training officer, medical control, EMS educational resources, single provider continuing education programs, development of quality improvement programs, evaluation, laws governing training officers, and psychomotor education. This course is open only to Kansas certified EMTs or MICTs who fully complete the application process and obtain sponsorship from their organization to complete the course. Back to Index

NOTE placement examination: All students who enroll in college-level English for the first time are required to take a placement examination. Assignment to the first English course will be made based on the assessment results.

ENG 2211 - COMPOSITION I (3 hrs)
This course is designed to improve the reading and writing skills of students. The emphasis is on fundamental principles of written English in structurally correct sentences, paragraphs, and expository themes. Critical analysis of essays will be used to aid in developing the student’s thinking, support of thesis and style. Students will be introduced to the basic components of research by writing a documented essay in MLA style. This course is required for all Associate of Arts degree programs. Satisfactory assessment score and/or minimum of 20 on ACT, or a grade of C or above and a passing grade on the post test in EBE 2208 English are required for enrollment. High school students should have senior standing to enroll in ENG 2211.

ENG 2212 - COMPOSITION II (3 hrs)
Through a study of poetry, short story, drama, and essays as literary forms, this course furthers students’ writing skills. This course also improves research techniques through writing an investigative paper in MLA style and with emphasis on accuracy and fluency in expressing sound ideas in class discussions and short essays. Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 2211 Composition I with a grade of C or above High school students should have senior standing to enroll in ENG 2212

ENG 2260 - CREATIVE WRITING (2 or 3 hrs)
Designed to encourage creative expressive writing, emphasis is on generating ideas, modeling professional creative works, and choosing genres of writing to best convey creative expression suitable for publication. Ample attention will be given to responsive revision of submissions. Students will be exposed to varied genres and professional works, write creatively expressive works, and critique each other’s work. Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 2211 Composition I with a grade of “C” or above or approval of instructor

ENG 2261 – FICTION WRITING (1 hr)
This course is designed to improve the writing skills of students through use of various methods of brainstorming and fiction writing. Critical analysis of writings will be used to aid in developing the student’s thinking, support of thesis/message and style. Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 2260 with a grade of a “C” or above or approval of instructor

ENG 2262 – POETRY WRITING (1 hr)
This course is designed to improve the writing skills of students through use of various methods of brainstorming and poetry writing. Critical analysis of writings will be used to aid in developing the student’s thinking, support of thesis/message and style. Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 2260 with a grade of a “C” or above or approval of instructor

ENG 2263 – JOURNAL WRITING/STORYTELLING (1 hr)
This course is designed to improve writing and storytelling skills of students through journal and nonfictional narrative writing. Critical analysis of writings will be used to aid in developing the student’s thinking, support of thesis/message and style. Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 2260 with a grade of a “C” or above or approval of instructor Back to Index

NOTE placement examination: All students who enroll in college-level English for the first time are required to take a placement examination. Assignment to the first English course will be made on the basis of the assessment results.

EBE 2201 - COLLEGE READING SKILLS (3 hrs)
College Reading Skills is a comprehensive reading course designed to improve the student’s comprehension, vocabulary, critical thinking, and problem solving skills. Emphasis is placed on learning and applying strategies to increase the student’s level of reading comprehension, enabling him or her to deal more effectively with college-level reading materials. The content of the course will cover those areas that develop reading competency at a post-secondary level. This course does not count toward an AS, AA, AAS, or AGS degree.

EBE 2204 - BECOMING A MASTER STUDENT (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student learn effective study skills that enable the student to be academically successful. The student will learn how to make application of these skills in a course of study. The course will cover time management, goal setting, listening, note taking, test strategies, and online learning. It is recommended that any student who has a GPA of 2.0 or lower upon initial enrollment or after his/her, first semester of college course work enroll in the class. This course does not count toward an AS, AA, AAS, or AGS degree.

EBE 2208 - ENGLISH (3 hrs)
A course designed to equip students for success in the writing required during their academic endeavors, review of grammar is individualized and self-paced, using a computerized software program. Writing assignments will include a number of paragraphs and a major essay. To demonstrate readiness for and be allowed to enroll in ENG 2211, students must pass this course with a grade of C or above and pass the final exam. This course does not count toward the AA, AS, AAS, or AGS degree.

EBE 2209 – ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES I (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the non-native speaker of English increase his or her knowledge concerning the language, listening, and writing skills expected of the successful post-secondary student in the United States. This course does not count toward the AA, AS, AAS, or AGS degree.

EBE 2210 – ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES II (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the non-native speaker of English increase his or her knowledge concerning the writing skills expected of the successful post-secondary student in the United States. This course does not count toward the AA, AS, AAS, or AGS degree.  Back to Index

FOL 2330 - SPANISH I (5 hrs)
This course is provides the essentials of Spanish grammar, elementary syntax and composition. Easy reading, drill in pronunciation, and practice in speaking will be included.

FOL 2331 - SPANISH II (5 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his or her ability to use everyday Spanish phrases. Additional vocabulary, grammatical elements, syntax, and composition skills are addressed. Special emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures. Prerequisites: FOL 2330 or one year high school Spanish or permission of the instructor

FOL 2336 - SPANISH CONVERSATION (3 hrs)
Provides opportunity for the student to converse in Spanish and to gain facility in expressing oneself in the language. Back to Index