SGNL 2302 - Intermediate American Sign Language II +
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3 Review and application of conversational skills in American Sign Language; interpreting from signing to voice as well as from voice to signing. Introduction to American Sign Language literature and folklore.
SLNG 1202 - Conversational Sign Language in the Workplace II
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 2 Development of basic conversational skills through practice designed to improve communication with clients/co-workers who are deaf. Required Prerequisite(s):SGNL 1401 and SGNL 1402
SLNG 1207 - Intra-lingual Skills Development for Interpreters
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 2 Development of intra-lingual (English to English) skills necessary for future development of intra-lingual (English to American Sign Language [ASL/ASL to English) skills. Focus on linguistics and cognitive skills development in areas of paraphrasing, summarizing, main idea identification, comprehension, memory, delayed repetition, multitasking, vocabulary, and cultural literacy.
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 2 Development of expressive and receptive skills in fingerspelling and numbers. Receptive skills focus on whole word phrase recognition and fingerspelling and number comprehension in context. Expressive skills focus on the development of speed, clarity, and fluency. Required Prerequisite(s):SGNL 1401 or equivalent
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 0 Development of skills in non-verbal communications. Emphasizes the use and understanding of facial expression, gestures, pantomime, and body language.
SLNG 1321 - Introduction to the Interpreting Profession
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 An overview of the field of American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpretation. Provides an historical framework for the current principles, ethics, roles, responsibilities, and standard practices of the interpreting profession.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Historical and contemporary perspective of American Deaf culture using a sociocultural model. Includes cultural identity and awareness, values, group norms, communication, language, and significant contributions made by deaf people to the world.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 2 Skill development in interpreting and transliterating from American Sign Language and other modes of communication to English and analysis of increasingly complex tasks utilizing simulated interpreting experiences including skills analysis and peer evaluation.
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Laboratory Hours: 14 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, the College, and the student.
SLNG 2288 - Internship - Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 10 A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3 An overview of the interpreting process and models of interpretation. Introduces the skills necessary to achieve dynamic message equivalence in interpreting American Sign Language (ASL) to English and English to ASL.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3 Continued development of discourse analysis and interpreting skills for increasingly complex tasks. Utilization of consecutive and simultaneous interpreting scenarios including monologues and dialogues. Emphasizes skill development, self-analysis, and peer evaluation.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 1 A practice oriented course designed to develop skills necessary for rendering spoken English to a signed English format and signed English to spoken English.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 2 Overview of interpreting/transliterating with special populations (e.g., deaf/blind, high visual, oral) and/or special settings (e.g., religious, artistic, medical, legal, mental health). Reinforce interpreting theories and techniques in relation to special population(s) and/or setting(s). This course will focus on interpreting in K-12 settings with an additional study of the dynamics of mainstream vs. inclusion classes as well as unique settings in Post-Secondary Education such as study aboard, and internship settings. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SLNG 2431 or higher and/or proof of state or national certification or current employment as an interpreter in an educational setting.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 1 Overview of education programs (K-12 and post secondary), focusing on the roles and skills of the interpreter as a member of the educational team. Includes current practices, communication methods, legislation, trends, and ethical issues. Introduces resources for content-specific vocabulary. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SLNG 2431 or hold a current state or national certification.
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2 A practice-oriented course to strengthen skills in the integration and application of interpreting using complex source materials. Continued exposure to simulated interpreting/transliterating experiences.
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2 Advanced development in interpreting/ transliterating skills. Emphasizes achieving the nuances of interpretation in terms of lexical choices, speaker’s goal, register, and affect. Designed to help prepare students for advanced certification at the state and national levels.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 An exploration of topics, which form the foundation of knowledge necessary in the field of security management. Specific content areas include: the history of private security, loss prevention, prevention programs, risk assessment, vulnerability assessment, and countermeasure selection. Other topics include internal and external relations, and financial management.
SLPS 1391 - Special Topics in Security and Loss Prevention Services
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 The scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other. Causes of social stability and social change are explored through the application of various theoretical perspectives, key concepts, and related research methods of sociology. Analysis of social issues in their institutional context may include topics such as social stratification, gender, race/ethnicity, and deviance. Required Prerequisite(s):ENGL 1301 with minimum grade of “C” or TSI-compliant in Reading
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Application of sociological principles and theoretical perspectives to major social problems in contemporary society such as inequality, crime and violence, substance abuse, environmental issues, deviance, or family problems.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Sociological and theoretical analysis of the structures and functions of the family, the varied cultural patterns of the American family, and the relationships that exist among the individuals within the family, as well as the relationships that exist between the family and other institutions in society.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 This course studies minority-majority group relations, addressing their historical, cultural, social, economic, and institutional development in the United States. Both sociological and social psychological levels of analysis will be employed to discuss issues including experiences of minority groups within the context of their cultural heritage and tradition, as well as that of the dominant culture. Core concepts to be examined include (but are not limited to) social inequality, dominance/subordination, prejudice, and discrimination. Particular minority groups discussed may include those based on poverty, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religion.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Study of individual behavior within the social environment. May include topics such as the socio-psychological process, attitude formation and change, interpersonal relations, and group processes. Students may NOT earn credit for both SOCI-2326 and PSYC 2319 Recommended Prerequisite(s):SOCI 1301 or PSYC 2301
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 The course surveys various theories of crime, with an emphasis on understanding the social causes of criminal behavior. The techniques for measuring crime as a social phenomenon and the characteristics of criminals are examined. This course addresses crime types (such as consensual or white-collar crimes), the criminal justice system, and other social responses to crime.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 An overview of the history and development of social work as a profession. The course is designed to foster a philosophical, historical, and critical understanding of the social work profession, including social work values, ethics, and areas of practice utilized under a Generalist Intervention Model. (SOCW 2361 is included in the Social Work Field of Study.)
SOCW 2362 - Social Welfare as a Social Institution +
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 This course offers a historical and contemporary examination of legislation and resulting programs, policies, and services in the context of the social welfare system in the United States. Special attention is given to the political, economic, environmental, and social conditions that prompted the development of legislation to meet the needs of vulnerable populations. Societal responses to legislation are also considered. (SOCW 2362 is included in the Social Work Field of Study.) Required Prerequisite(s):SOCW 2361
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 8 A supervised experiential learning course designed to integrate program study with introductory exposure to the field of social work. In conjunction with individual study and/or seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of social work and/or social institutions. The academic cooperative is not a social work skills-based practice experience, but instead, an observational volunteer experience. The course must include a minimum of 80 contact hours (48 hours in a social service setting). (SOCW 2389 is included in the Social Work Field of Study.) Required Prerequisite(s):SOCW 2361 Recommended Prerequisite(s):SOCW 2362
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2 Basic Spanish language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing within a cultural framework. Students will acquire the vocabulary and grammatical structures necessary to communicate and comprehend at the beginner level. Includes acquisition of language functions, basic vocabulary, and culture through contextualized presentations, interactive activities, and extensive laboratory practice.
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2 Continued development of basic Spanish language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing within a cultural framework. Students will acquire the vocabulary and grammatical structures necessary to communicate and comprehend at the high beginner to low intermediate level. Emphasis on conversation. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SPAN 1411
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Continuation of SPAN 1412. The consolidation of skills acquired at the introductory level. Further development of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis on comprehension, appreciation, and interpretation of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Conversational practice based on selected readings and dialogues. Directed composition. Class conducted largely in Spanish. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SPAN 1412
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Continuation of SPAN 2311. The consolidation of skills acquired at the introductory level. Further development of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis on comprehension, appreciation, and interpretation of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SPAN 2311
SPAN 2313 - Spanish for Native/Heritage Speakers I +
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Builds upon existing oral proficiencies of heritage speakers of Spanish. Enhances proficiencies in the home-based language by developing a full range of registers including public speaking and formal written discourse. Emphasis on comprehension, appreciation, and interpretation of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Review and application of skills in reading and writing. Emphasizes vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture. Designed for individuals with oral proficiency in Spanish, this course is considered equivalent to SPAN 2311. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SPAN 1411, SPAN 1412
SPAN 2315 - Spanish for Native/Heritage Speakers II +
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Builds upon existing oral proficiencies of heritage speakers of Spanish. Enhances proficiencies in thehome-based language by developing a full range of registers including public speaking and formal written discourse. Emphasis on comprehension, appreciation, and interpretation of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Review and application of skills in reading and writing. Emphasizes vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture. Designed for individuals with oral proficiency in Spanish, these courses are considered equivalent to SPAN 2312. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SPAN 2313
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of Spanish language and literature.
SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication +
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Introduces basic human communication principles and theories embedded in a variety of contexts including interpersonal, small group, and public speaking.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Application of communication theory and practice to the public speaking context, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, cultural diversity, and speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities, as well as ability to effectively evaluate oral presentations.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Application of communication theory to interpersonal relationship development, maintenance, and termination in relationship contexts including friendships, romantic partners, families, and relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Communication +
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Study and application of communication within the business and professional context. Special emphasis will be given to communication competencies in presentations, dyads, teams and technologically mediated formats.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Physiology and mechanics of effective voice production with practice in articulation, pronunciation, and enunciation. Includes training in effective use of the voice and body, vocal mechanism, and the phonetic alphabet.
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Laboratory Hours: 2 An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of speech.
SPCH 2333 - Discussion and Small Group Communication +
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Discussion and small group theories and techniques as they relate to group process and interaction. Includes leadership and effective participation, group behavior, problem solving, and resolution of conflict. Recommended Prerequisite(s):SPCH 1311 or SPCH 1321
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Theories and practice in argumentation and debate including analysis, reasoning, organization, evidence, and refutation.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Theories and techniques in analyzing and interpreting literature. Preparation and presentation of various literary forms. Analysis of thought, development of imagination, communication of emotional values, and individual projects in interpretative reading.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Laboratory Hours: 3 An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of speech.
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 student.
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.
SRGT 1409 - Fundamentals of Perioperative Concepts and Techniques
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Laboratory Hours: 0 In-depth coverage of perioperative concepts such as aseptic/sterile principles and practices, infectious processes, wound healing, and creation and maintenance of the sterile field.
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Laboratory Hours: 0 Introduction to surgical pathology and its relationship to surgical procedures. Emphasis on surgical procedures related to general, OB/GYN, genitourinary, otorhinolaryngology, and orthopedic surgical specialties incorporating instruments, equipment, and supplies required for safe patient care. Required Prerequisite(s):SRGT 1405, SRGT 1409, and SRGT 1266
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Laboratory Hours: 0 Introduction to surgical pathology and its relationship to surgical procedures. Emphasis on surgical procedures related to the cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular, plastic/reconstructive, ophthalmology, oral/maxillofacial, and neurological surgical specialties incorporating instruments, equipment, and supplies required for safe patient care. Required Prerequisite(s):SRGT 1405, SRGT 1409, and SRGT 1266
Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 0 Overview of professional readiness for employment, attaining certification, and maintaining certification status. A Capstone experience may be included.
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Laboratory Hours: 28 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, College, and student.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3 An overview of the surveying profession. The history of surveying and its impact on the world. Review of the mathematics used in surveying. Introduction to basic surveying equipment with emphasis on measurements. Instruction on surveying procedures and the limitation of errors. Calculation to determine precision and error of closure.
Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 0 Psychology of learning and success. Examines factors that underlie learning, success, and personal development in higher education. Topics covered include information processing, memory, strategic learning, self-regulation, goal setting, motivation, education and career planning, and learning styles. Techniques of study such as time management, listening and note taking, text marking, library and research skills, preparing for examinations, and utilizing learning resources are covered. Includes courses in college orientation and developments of students’ academic skills that apply to all disciplines. This is a developmental course and cannot be used to fulfill degree requirements.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 2 A study of the child, family, community, and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 2 An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content must be aligned with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 2 A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focus is on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content must be aligned with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth to age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 A study of the physical, emotional, social, language, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence.
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 0 Practical information and techniques to create excellent customer sales and service unique to the travel public.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 An overview of the travel and tourism industry. Emphasis on travel careers and the impact on society.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 The development of a special event from the conceptual stage through completion. Emphasis on industry terminology, factors to consider when planning a special event, and contingency plans.
TRVM 2301 - Introduction to Convention/Meeting Management
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Overview of the meetings and convention industry and the various aspects and skills involved in planning and managing meetings, conventions, and expositions. Emphasis on types of meetings, markets, industry suppliers, budget and program planning, site selection and contract negotiations, registration and housing, food and beverage requirements, function and meeting room setup, and audiovisual requirement.
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Provides the students with an in-depth look into the aspects of concierge, destination management companies, incentives meeting and travel planning, attractions management, special event, festival planning, and eco-tourism. Included are field trips, guest speakers, and case studies.
VIRT 1310 - Principles of Interventional Radiology I
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 2 Introduction to the diagnostic procedures used in the interventional lab including patient preparation and monitoring, angiographic equipment set-up, and vascular procedures.
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Laboratory Hours: 15 Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
VIRT 2340 - Advanced Patient Care and Pathophysiology for Interventional Radiology
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 2 Study of advanced and independent patient care skills, to include management of tubes and lines, advanced pharmacology interactions, and evaluation of the overall pathophysiological process of the patient.
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.
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.
Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 0 Introduction to nutrients and the role of diet therapy in growth and development and in the maintenance of health. Required Prerequisite(s):BIOL 2401 Recommended Prerequisite(s):PSYC 2301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1304, VNSG 1323, and VNSG 1360
VNSG 1219 - Leadership and Professional Development
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 0 Study of the importance of professional growth. Topics include the role of the licensed vocational nurse in the multi-disciplinary health care team, professional organizations, and continuing education. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1429, VNSG 1331, VNSG 1461, and VNSG 1301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1432, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1462, and VNSG 1230
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 0 A study of the biological, psychological, and sociological concepts applicable to basic needs of the family including childbearing and neonatal care. Utilization of the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Topics include physiological changes related to pregnancy, fetal development, and nursing care of the family during labor and delivery and the puerperium. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1429, VNSG 1331, VNSG 1461, and VNSG 1301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1432, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1462, and VNSG 1219
Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 0 Study of the care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease. Emphasis on growth and developmental needs utilizing the nursing process. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1429, VNSG 1331, VNSG 1461, and VNSG 1301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1432, VNSG 1462, and VNSG 1219
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0 Personality development, human needs, common mental mechanisms, and factors influencing mental health and mental illness. Includes common mental disorders an related therapy. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1304, VNSG 1323, VNSG 1360, VNSG 1116, and PSYC 2301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1432, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1219, and VNSG 1462
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3 Introduction to the nursing profession including history, standards of practice, legal and ethical issues, and role of the vocational nurse. Topics include mental health, therapeutic communication, cultural and spiritual diversity, nursing process, and holistic awareness. Required Prerequisite(s):BIOL 2401 Recommended Prerequisite(s):PSYC 2301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1323, VNSG 1360, and VNSG 1116
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 7 Mastery of basic nursing skills and competencies for a variety of health care settings using the nursing process as the foundation of all nursing interventions. Required Prerequisite(s):BIOL 2401 Recommended Prerequisite(s):PSYC 2301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1304, VNSG 1360, and VNSG 1116
VNSG 1360 - Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Laboratory Hours: 12 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):BIOL 2401 Recommended Prerequisite(s):PSYC 2301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1323, VNSG 1304, and VNSG 1116
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Laboratory Hours: 1 Application of the nursing process to the care of the adult patient experiencing medical-surgical conditions along the health illness continuum in a variety of health care settings. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1304, VNSG 1323, VNSG 1360, VNSG 1116, and PSYC 2301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1331, VNSG 1461, and VNSG 1301
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Laboratory Hours: 1 Continuation of Medical-Surgical Nursing I with application of the nursing process to the care of the adult patient experiencing medical-surgical conditions along the health-illness continuum in a variety of health care settings. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1429, VNSG 1331, VNSG 1461, and VNSG 1301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1234, VNSG 1230, VNSG 1219, and VNSG 1462
VNSG 1461 - Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Semester Hours: 4 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. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1304, VNSG 1323, VNSG 1360, VNSG 1116, and PSYC 2301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1331, VNSG 1429, and VNSG 1301
VNSG 1462 - Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Semester Hours: 4 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. Required Prerequisite(s):VNSG 1429, VNSG 1331, VNSG 1461, and VNSG 1301 Recommended Corequisite(s):VNSG 1432, VNSG 1234, VNSG 1230, and VNSG 1219
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 Components, equipment, and infrastructure used in the production and transmission of electricity as related to wind turbine power.
WLDG 1312 - Introduction to Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3 An overview of terminology, safety procedures, and equipment set-up. Practice in performing various joints using Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) equipment. Required Prerequisite(s):WLDG 1430 or approval of Program Coordinator
WLDG 1417 - Introduction to Layout and Fabrication
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. Required Prerequisite/Corequisite(s):WLDG 1428 or WLDG 1430 or approval of Program Coordinator
WLDG 1428 - Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 An introduction to the shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, and various joint designs.
WLDG 1430 - Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 Principles of gas metal arc welding, set-up and use of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Instruction in various joint designs.
WLDG 1434 - Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 Principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), including setup, GTAW equipment. Instruction in various positions and joint designs.
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on various welding positions and electrodes. Required Prerequisite(s):WLDG 1428 or Program Coordinator approval
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 An intermediate course in layout and fabrication. Includes design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications. Required Prerequisite(s):WLDG 1417 or approval of Program Coordinator
WLDG 2413 - Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding, shield metal arc welding(SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding(FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding(GTAW). Required Prerequisite(s):WLDG 1312, WLDG 1417, WLDG 1428, WLDG 1430, and WLDG 1434 or approval of Program Coordinator
WLDG 2451 - Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. Required Prerequisite(s):WLDG 1434 or approval of Program Coordinator
Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3 Advanced topics involving welding of pipe using the shielding metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Topics include electrode selection, equipment set-up and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 5G and 6G using various electrodes. Required Prerequisite(s):WLDG 1428 or approval of Program Coordinator
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