May 10, 2024  
2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Speech

  
  • SPC 209 - Interpersonal Communication

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is an introduction to principles of interpersonal communication with emphasis on interpersonal theory as applied to personal and professional relationships. Students will learn to observe and analyze how these principles operate in daily interaction with others.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in   ENG 155 , or  .
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Sports and Fitness Training

  
  • SFT 109 - Lifetime Fitness and Wellness

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the foundation of the fitness/wellness series and introduces students to the theory and principles upon which the concepts of lifetime fitness and wellness are based.

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Surgical Technology

  
  • SUR 101 - Introduction to Surgical Technology

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course includes a study of the surgical environment, team concepts, aseptic technique, hospital organization, basic instrumentation and supplies, sterilization, principles of infection control, and wound healing.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C or above in BIO 112 , BIO 115 , and AHS 102 .
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  • SUR 102 - Applied Surgical Technology

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course covers the principles and application of aseptic technique, the perioperative role, and medical/legal aspects.

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  • SUR 103 - Surgical Procedures I

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course is a study of a system to system approach to surgical procedures and relates regional anatomy, pathology, specialty equipment, and team responsibility. Patient safety, medical/legal aspects, and drugs used in surgery are emphasized.

    Corequisite: SUR 104 .
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  • SUR 110 - Introduction to Surgical Practicum

    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 15
    Credit Hours: 5

    This course is an introduction to the application to surgical techniques by assisting in the perioperative roles in various clinical affiliations.

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  • SUR 111 - Basic Surgical Practicum

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 15
    Credit Hours: 7

    This course includes the application of theory under supervision in the perioperative role in various clinical affiliations.

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Telecommunications

  
  • TEL 105 - Telecommunications Principles

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course is a study of the basic principles of telecommunications systems. It will include operational characteristics of the voice telephone, wire and cable connectors, and a typical connection link.

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Veterinary Technology

  
  • VET 101 - Animal Breeds and Husbandry

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the various species and breeds of domestic animals commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of each breed as well as important terminology, physiological data, and behavior of each species of animal.

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  • VET 103 - Veterinary Medical Terminology

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course introduces the fundamental principles of veterinary medical terminology. This systems approach to building the medical vocabulary is designed to complement anatomy, physiology, pathology, and related areas of veterinary medicine.

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  • VET 104 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides a general survey of the functional anatomy and physiology of the domestic animals commonly encountered in veterinary medicine. Dissection of representative cadavers is performed in the laboratory.

    Prerequisites: VET 103 .
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  • VET 105 - Orientation to Veterinary Technology

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1

    This course is a study of the different job opportunities for a veterinary technician. In addition, the course exposes the student to key characteristics of people who are successful in the field.

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  • VET 116 - Radiology and Parasitology

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of the radiologic techniques for all domestic animals in veterinary medicine, including taking, developing, and assessing for technical errors of large and small animal radiographs. This course also includes a survey and laboratory study of domestic animal parasitology.

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  • VET 140 - Veterinary Pharmacology

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course is the study of the principles of pharmacology and the pharmaceutical products used in veterinary medicine.

    Prerequisites: VET 150 .
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  • VET 150 - Clinical Techniques I

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a survey of the technical skills required by the veterinary technician in dealing with all domestic animals. The course includes techniques in restraint, handling, administration of medications, and collection of bodily specimens.

    Prerequisites: VET 105 .
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  • VET 152 - Clinical Pathology

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course provides a study of veterinary hematology, urology, and clinical chemistry followed by application of standard laboratory procedures and regulatory testing in each of these disciplines.

    Prerequisites: VET 150 .
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  • VET 160 - Clinical Techniques II

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides a survey of technical skills required by the veterinary technician with emphasis on radiographic and anesthetic procedures.

    Prerequisites: VET 150 .
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  • VET 170 - Veterinary Technician Externship

    Class Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 24
    Credit Hours: 6

    This course provides clinical training in the veterinary field under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian in a veterinary facility.

    Prerequisites: Completion of first-year veterinary technology courses.
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  • VET 201 - Diseases and Zoonosis

    Class Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course provides a study of domestic animal diseases, including their causes, symptoms, prevention, treatment, and public health significance.

    Prerequisites: VET 170 .
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  • VET 215 - Laboratory Animal Medicine

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 2

    This course provides a study of the animals and facilities used in research procedures in medicine. The course includes equipment, aseptic techniques, vivarium management, husbandry, and disease prevention in laboratory animals.

    Prerequisites: VET 160 .
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  • VET 240 - Office Management and Client Education

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides a study of office management, including the use of the computer in veterinary medical facilities. The course also includes an in-depth study of veterinary ethics and client education techniques.

    Prerequisites: VET 160 .
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  • VET 250 - Clinical Techniques III

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course includes a survey of technical skills required by the veterinary technician with emphasis on laboratory techniques.

    Prerequisites: VET 170 .
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  • VET 260 - Clinical Techniques IV

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will survey technical skills required by veterinary technicians with emphasis on medical and surgical emergencies.

    Prerequisites: VET 250 .
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  • VET 270 - Advanced Medical Care

    Class Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides a study of the technician’s role in emergency medical and surgical procedures. This course includes a survey of diagnostic procedures.

    Prerequisites: VET 170 .
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  • VET 280 - Senior Seminar

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1

    This course allows various topics applicable to the second-year student’s curriculum to be discussed in small groups. This includes, but is not limited to, issues arising from the veterinary technician externship.

    Prerequisites: VET 170 .
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Welding

  
  • WLD 109 - Gas Metal Arc Welding II

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers all position welding and advanced techniques for welding ferrous and nonferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 111 .
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  • WLD 111 - Arc Welding I

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers the safety, equipment, and skills used in the shielded metal arc welding process. Fillet welds are made to visual criteria in several positions.

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  • WLD 115 - Arc Welding III

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers the techniques used in preparation for structural plate testing according to appropriate standards.

    Corequisite: WLD 111 .
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  • WLD 132 - Inert Gas Welding Ferrous

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers setup and adjustment of equipment and fundamental techniques for welding ferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 111 .
    Corequisite: WLD 154.
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  • WLD 154 - Pipe Fitting and Welding

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    This is a basic course in fitting and welding pipe joints, either ferrous or non-ferrous, using standard processes.

    Corequisite: WLD 132.
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  • WLD 160 - Fabrication Welding

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course covers the layout and fabrication procedures as they pertain to sheet metal and structural steel shapes. The course also includes shop safety and hand and power tools.

    Prerequisites: WLD 109 , WLD 111 , and WLD 132 .
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  • WLD 208 - Advanced Pipe Welding

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is a study of advanced pipe welding. It also covers the processes to fit and weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

    Prerequisites: WLD 154 .
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  • WLD 225 - Arc Welding Pipe I

    Class Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers the techniques used in shielded metal arc welding of groove welds on pipe.

    Corequisite: WLD 113.
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  • WLD 240 - Robotic Welding and Manufacturing

    Class Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course covers robotic welding systems, safety, operations and applications. Students will learn to develop and apply robotic welding to a manufactured product.

    Prerequisites: WLD 235 .
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