Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 21 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, College, and student. Required Prerequisite(s): Consent of Program Coordinator Required Corequisite(s):DAAC 2343
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with Tap dance. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Practicum in dance related topics with emphasis on practical skills necessary for the field. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Instruction in dance performance through experiential projects at the freshman level. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 This introductory course in improvisation will investigate spontaneous problem solving as a means of generating movement for dance composition. Students will be called upon to explore and respond to various forms of stimuli in a safe and supportive learning environment within solo and group work.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with ballet. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with the concert form of modern dance. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Instruction in the fundamental techniques and concepts associated with jazz dance. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 This course is an examination of the principles of movement generation, phrasing, choreographic structure, and manipulation. Integration of choreographic principles will foster the growth of personal artistic style. Required Prerequisite(s):DANC 1201
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Instruction in dance performance through experiential projects at the sophomore level. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Instruction in the intermediate techniques and concepts associated with ballet. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Instruction in the intermediate techniques and concepts associated with the concert form of modern dance. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Instruction in the intermediate techniques and concepts associated with jazz dance. May be repeated for credit once.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 A general survey of dance forms designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. This course includes critical interpretation and evaluations of choreographic works and dance forms within cultural and historical contexts.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 3 An intermediate course designed to provide the student with basic knowledge of proper servicing practices. Content includes record keeping and condition of major systems. Required Prerequisite(s):DEMR 1305
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 3 A study of design, function, maintenance, and repair of steering and suspension systems. Emphasis on troubleshooting and repair of failed components. Required Prerequisite(s):DEMR 1305
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 7 Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Required Prerequisite(s):DEMR 1301 and DEMR 1305
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Basic principles of electrical systems of diesel powered equipment with emphasis on starters, alternators, and batteries Required Prerequisite(s):DEMR 1301
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 An introduction to the basic principles of diesel engines and systems. Required Prerequisite(s):DEMR 1305
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Fundamental repair and theory of power trains including clutches, transmissions, drive shafts, and differentials. Emphasis on inspection and repair. Required Prerequisite(s):DEMR 1305
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 An introduction to and familiarization with components and systems related to tractor trailer service. Emphasis on records required by the Department of Transportation. Required Prerequisite(s):DEMR 1305
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 4 An introduction to reading, interpreting, and developing technical drawings, including the principles of drafting and computer-aided design.
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 An introduction to computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects; adding text and dimensions; using layers, coordinate systems, and plot/print to scale. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Preparation of architectural drawings for residential structures with emphasis on light frame construction methods, including architectural drafting procedures, practices, terms, and symbols. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Preparation of civil drawings including drafting methods and principles used in civil engineering.
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Electrical and electronic drawings stressing modern representation used for block diagrams, schematic diagrams, logic diagrams, wiring/assembly drawings, printed circuit board layouts, motor control diagrams, power distribution diagrams, and electrical one-line diagrams. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Production of detail and assembly drawings of machines, threads, and gears, utilizing tolerances, limit dimensioning, and surface finishes. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 A continuation of practices and techniques in computer-aided design including the development and use of prototype drawings, construction of pictorial drawings, extracting data, and basics of 3D. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Plotting of surveyor’s field notes. Includes drawing elevations, contour lines, plan and profiles, and laying out traverses. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 A study of pipe fittings, symbols, specifications and their applications to a piping process system. Creation of symbols and their usage in flow diagrams, plans, elevations, and isometrics. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 A study of site planning and landscape design. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
DFTG 2431 - Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Use of architectural specific software to execute the elements required in designing standard architectural exhibits utilizing custom features to create walls, windows and specific design requirements for construction in residential/commercial and industrial architecture. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305, DFTG 1409, DFTG 1417, and DFTG 2428
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 An advanced course in which students produce a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305, DFTG 1409, DFTG 1417, DFTG 2421, DFTG 2428, and DFTG 2440
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Design process skills for the production of complete design package, which includes jig and fixture design, extrusion dies, and injection mold design. Required Prerequisite(s):DFTG 1305 and DFTG 1409
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 0 General nutrition and nutritional biochemistry emphasizing the effect nutrition has on oral health.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 3 The principles and concepts of community public health and dental health education emphasizing community assessment, educational planning, implementation, and evaluation including methods and materials used in teaching dental health education in various community settings.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Physical and chemical properties of dental materials including the application and manipulation of the various materials used in dentistry.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 3 The role of the dental hygienist as a therapeutic oral health care provider with emphasis on concepts of disease management, health promotion, communication, and behavior modification.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 1 Classification of drugs and their uses, actions, interactions, side effects, contraindications, with emphasis on dental applications.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Disturbances in human body development, diseases of the body, and disease prevention measures with emphasis on the oral cavity and associated structures.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 8 A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 The histology and embryology of oral tissues, gross anatomy of the head and neck, tooth morphology, and individual tooth identification.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Fundamentals of oral radiography, including techniques, interpretation, quality assurance, and ethics. Topics include radiation physics, biology, hygiene, and safety theories with an emphasis on the fundamentals of oral radiographic techniques and interpretation of radiographs. Includes exposure of intra-oral radiographs, quality assurance, radiographic interpretation, patient selection criteria, and other ancillary radiographic techniques.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Normal and diseased periodontium including the structural, functional, and environmental factors. Emphasis on etiology, pathology, treatment modalities, and therapeutic and preventive periodontics.
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 6 Foundational knowledge for performing clinical skills and management of medical emergencies for patients with emphasis on procedures and rationale for performing dental hygiene care. Introduction to ethical principles as they apply to dental hygiene care.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 1 Dental hygiene care for the medically or dentally compromised patient including supportive treatment options.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Emphasis on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards, and the ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations, preparation for employment, and introduction to the dental team.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 3 A continuation of Dental Hygiene Care I. Dental hygiene care for the medically or dentally compromised patient including supportive treatment.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 16 A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 16 A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Preparation for supervisory roles in food service departments. Emphasis on normal and therapeutic nutrition and food service systems management. Major topics include dietary and meal planning guidelines, sources and functions of nutrients, diet therapy, nutritional assessment and care, food production management and purchasing, and regulatory agencies. Required Prerequisite(s):HECO 1322 and TSI Met in Non-Algebraic Math pathway Recommended Corequisite(s):DITA 1301
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Emphasis on food service sanitation and safety, administrative and personnel management. Major topics include regulatory agencies, computer applications, production management, budgeting and cost control, personnel management, quality assurance, leadership skills, human relations, and communications. Student may take this course prior to DITA 1300 Dietary Manager I. Required Prerequisite(s): TSI Met in Non-Algebraic Math pathway Recommended Corequisite(s):DITA 1300
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 1 An introduction to the profession of sonography, the education and role of the sonographer. Emphasis on medical terminology, ethical/legal aspects, written and verbal communication, and professional issues relating to registry, accreditation, professional organizations and history of the profession. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 1302, DMSO 1441, and DMSO 1266
DMSO 1266 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 14 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and students. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 1110, DMSO 1302, and DMSO 1441
DMSO 1267 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 18 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 2242 and DMSO 2253
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Foundations of acoustical physics and acoustical waves in human tissue. Emphasis on ultrasound transmission in soft tissues, attenuation of sound energy, parameters affecting sound transmission, and resolution of sound beams. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 1110, DMSO 1441, and DMSO 1266
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Pathology and pathophysiology of the organs and structures visualized with ultrasound. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 1367 and DSVT 1300
DMSO 1366 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 24 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DSVT 1103, DMSO 2305, and DMSO 2243
DMSO 1367 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 24 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 1355 and DSVT 1300
Semester Hours: 4 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 4 Normal anatomy and physiology of the abdominal and pelvic cavities as related to laboratory data, scanning techniques, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 1110, DMSO 1302, and DMSO 1266
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Preparation for medical sonography credentialing exams. Advanced medical sonography topics such as professional development and evolving sonographic applications and practices. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DSVT 2335 and DSVT 1364
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Maternal disease, pregnancy complications, and fetal abnormalities. Includes scanning techniques and protocols, patient history and laboratory data. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 2253 and DMSO 1267
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 1 Detailed study of normal and pathological superficial structures as related to patient history, laboratory data, and scanning techniques and protocols. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 2305, DMSO 1366, and DSVT 1103
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 1 Detailed study of normal and pathological superficial structures as related to scanning techniques, patient history and laboratory data, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 2242 and DMSO 1267
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 4 Detailed study of the pelvis and obstetrics/gynecology as related to scanning techniques, patient history and laboratory data, transducer selection, and scanning protocols. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DSVT 1103, DMSO 2243, and DMSO 1366
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 1 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Preparation for Dental Assistants to meet Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) examination requirements. Includes review of radiology, infection control, and jurisprudence and take the TSBDE exam upon completion of course.
Semester Hours: 2 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Use computers/and or manual systems to process dental information and interpret and practice learned dental office management skills.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Introduction to radiation physics, radiation protection, and the operation of radiographic equipment. Instruction in exposure, processing and mounting of dental radiographs, and study of federal and state safety and standard practices.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 A fundamental study of anatomical systems with emphasis placed on head and neck anatomy. Topics include embryology of the teeth along with basic dental terminology.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 A study of pre-clinical chairside assisting procedures, instrumentation, OSHA and other regulatory agencies’ standards.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 3 An expanded study of dental assisting techniques with emphasis on four-handed dentistry and utilization of armamentarium for general practice and specialty procedures Recommended Prerequisite(s):DNTA 1315
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 14 A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Required Prerequisite(s): Coordinator Approval
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play production.
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play production.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Survey of theater including its history, dramatic works, stage techniques, production procedures, and relation to other art forms. Participation in productions may be required.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 4 Study and application of the methods and components of theatrical production which may include one or more of the following: theater facilities, scenery construction and painting, properties, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and theatrical management.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 An introduction to the fundamental principles and tools of acting as used in auditions, rehearsals, and performances. This may include ensemble performing, character and script analysis, and basic theater terminology. This exploration will emphasize the development of the actor’s instrument: voice, body and imagination.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Exploration and further training within the basic principles and tools of acting, including an emphasis on critical analysis of oneself and others. The tools include ensemble performing, character and script analysis, and basic theater terminology. This will continue the exploration of the development of the actor’s instrument: voice, body and imagination.
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Practicum in theatre open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions.
Semester Hours: 1 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 3 Practicum in theatre open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 4 Continued study and application of the methods and components of theatrical production which may include one or more of the following: theater facilities, scenery construction and painting, properties, lighting, costume, makeup, sound and theatrical management. Topics will alternate with DRAM 1330.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 Examination of foundational skills for understanding the structure and content of play scripts for interpretation and conceptualization in theater productions by directors, designers, actors, and technicians. Introduces students to significant plays in the history of dramatic literature in the playwright’s social and cultural context.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 Survey and analyze cinema including history, film techniques, production procedures, selected motion pictures, and cinema’s impact on and reflection of society. Students may not earn credit for both DRAM-2366 and COMM 2366.
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 4 Introduction to non-invasive vascular technology, including anatomy, physiology, 2D imaging, and Doppler. Emphasis on performing basic arterial and venous imaging. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 1355 and DMSO 1367
DSVT 1364 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 0 | Laboratory Hours: 24 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 2130 and DSVT 2335
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 2 | Laboratory Hours: 2 A study of advanced vascular concepts such as digital intraoperative, intravascular, abdominal vascular, graft surveillance, vascular interventions, and research. Emphasizes case studies, technical reporting and preliminary interpretation. Required Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required Corequisite(s):DMSO 2130 and DSVT 1364
Semester Hours: 3 | Lecture Hours: 3 | Laboratory Hours: 0 An analysis of the economy as a whole including measurement and determination of Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply, national income, inflation, and unemployment. Other topics include international trade, economic growth, business cycles, and fiscal policy and monetary policy. Emphasis on the U.S. economy. Required for business and economics majors.
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