ENGL 0301 INTRODUCTION TO WRITING SKILLS
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: None
Development of fundamental writing skills such as idea generation, organization, style, utilization of standard English, and revision.
ENGL 0302 BASIC WRITING SKILLS
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 0301 (W2)
Development of fundamental writing skills such as idea generation, organization, style, utilization of standard English, and revision.
MATH 0300 BASIC MATHEMATICS
(3-2) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: None
Students will learn to use arithmetic operations, signed numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, and proportions and will be introduced to basic concepts in algebra, geometry, and statistics.
MATH 0303 INTRODUCTORY ALGEBRA
(3-2) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: MATH 0300 (M1)
Students will learn to simplify variable expressions, factor polynomials, solve linear equations and linear inequalities, as well as systems of equations, understand function notation, and use integer exponents.
MATH 0304 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
(3-1) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Students will study relations and functions, more complex factoring and inequalities, rational expressions and quadratics, and be introduced to exponential and logarithmic functions
READ 0301 READING IMPROVEMENT
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: None
Fundamental reading skills to develop comprehension, vocabulary, and rate.
READ 0302 COLLEGE READING
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1)
Fundamental reading skills to develop comprehension, vocabulary, and rate.
SSFC 0301 STUDY SKILLS FOR COLLEGE
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: None
Techniques of study such as time management, listening, note-taking, text marketing, library and research skills, preparing for examinations and using learning resources. Competencies are emphasized to improve the student’s college potential and enhance life-long learning.
DRAMA
DRAM 1120 THEATER PRACTICUM I
(1-5) Credit: 1 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2); ENGL 0302 (W3)
Practicum in theater with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions.
DRAM 1121 THEATER PRACTICUM II
(1-5) Credit: 1 Prerequisite: DRAM 1120
Practicum in theater with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions.
†DRAM 1310 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2); ENGL 0302 (W3)
Survey of all phases of theater including its history, works, stage techniques, production procedures, and relation to the fine arts. Participation in a major productions may be required.
DRAM 1330 STAGECRAFT I
(2-4) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2); ENGL 0302 (W3)
This course provides basic knowledge of the arts and craft of technical theatre including visual aesthetics of design, the physical theatre, scenery
construction and painting, properties lighting, and back stage organization.
DRAM 1341 MAKEUP
(2-4) Credit: 3 This course covers design and execution of makeup for developing believable characters. Includes discussion of basic makeup principles and practical experience of makeup application.
DRAM 1351 BEGINNING ACTING I
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2); ENGL 0302 (W3)
Development of basic skills and techniques of acting including increased sensory awareness, ensemble performing, character analysis, and script analysis. Emphasis on the mechanics of voice, body, emotional and analysis as tools for the actor.
DRAM 1352 BEGINNING ACTING II
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: DRAMA 1351.
Development of basic skills and techniques of acting including increased sensory awareness, ensemble performing, character analysis, and script analysis. Emphasis on the mechanics of voice, body, emotion, and analysis as tools for the actor.
DRAM 2120 THEATER PRACTICUM III
(1-5) Credit: 1 Prerequisite: DRAM 1121
Practicum in theater with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions.
DRAM 2121 THEATER PRACTICUM IV
(1-5) Credit: 1 Prerequisite: DRAM 2120
Practicum in theater with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions.
†DRAM 2361 HISTORY OF THE THEATER I
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2)
Theatre is surveyed from its beginning through the 16th century. The theatre is studied in each period as part of the total culture of the period.
†DRAM 2362 HISTORY OF THE THEATER II
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2)
Theatre is surveyed from the 17th century through the 20th century. The theatre is studied in each period as part of the total culture of the period.
†DRAM 2366 DEVELOPMENT OF THE MOTION PICTURE
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2)
An analysis of the motion picture as an art form with special interest in landmark films, directors, actors and actresses. Selected emphasis will be given to the historical growth and sociological effects of film on society. The lab part of the course will primarily be devoted to viewing selected films.
ECONOMICS
†ECON 2301 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS: MACROECONOMICS (3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2); ENGL 0302 (W3)
A study of the principles of macroeconomics. The factors of production and the concepts of distribution as these factors and concepts are related to our highly industrial economy, wages, interest, rent, profit, consumption, saving, investment, the business cycle, national income, and fiscal policy.
†ECON 2302 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS: MICROECONOMICS (3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2); ENGL 0302 (W3); ECON 2301
A study of the principles of microeconomics, of production and of distribution; the fundamentals of supply and demand, labor, capital, natural resources, international trade, economic growth and current economic problems.
EDUCATION
EDUC 1301 INTRODUCTION TO THE TEACHING PROFESSION (3-1) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2); ENGL 0302 (W3)
An enriched, integrated pre-service course and content experience that:
Provides active recruitment and institutional support of students interested in a teaching career, especially in high need fields; provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations at all levels of P-12 schools with varied and diverse student populations; provides students with support from college and school faculty, preferably in small cohort groups, for the purpose of introduction to and analysis of the culture of schooling and classrooms; course content is aligned and applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards;
includes a minimum of 16 contact hours of field experience in P-12 classrooms
EDUC 2301 INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL POPULATIONS
(??) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: EDUC 1301
An enriched integrated re-service course and content experience that provides an overview of schooling and classrooms from the perspective of language, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnic and academic diversity, and equity with an emphasis on factors that facilitate learning.
EMSP 1262 CLINICAL (INTERMEDICATE)
(0-6) Credit: 2 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0300 (M1) Enrollment in the EMS-Intermediate program and successful completion of first semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 1338, EMSP 1355, EMSP1356
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.
EMSP 1291 SPECIAL TOPICS IN EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
(2-0) Credit: 2 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2);
Permission of EMS Program Director
Co-requisites: EMSP 1501, EMSP 1260, MATH 0300
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.
EMSP 1338 INTRODUCTION TO ADVANCED PRACTICE
(3-1) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0300(M1) Enrollment in the EMS-Intermediate program and successful completion of first semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 1262, EMSP 1355, EMSP1356
An exploration of the foundations necessary for mastery of the advanced topics of clinical practice out of the hospital.
EMSP 1355 TRAUMA MANAGEMENT
(2-2) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0300 (M1) Enrollment in the EMS-Intermediate program and successful completion of first semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 1338, EMSP 1356, EMSP1262
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with traumatic injuries.
EMSP 1356 PATIENT ASSESSMENT & AIRWAY MANAGEMENT (2-2) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0300 (M1) Enrollment in the EMS-Intermediate program and successful completion of first semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 1338, EMSP 1355, EMSP1262
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills required to reach competence in performing patient assessment and airway management.
EMSP 1501 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN – BASIC (4-4) Credit: 5 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2);
Permission of EMS Program Director
Co-requisites: EMSP 1260, EMSP 1291, MATH 0300
Introduction to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Basic.
Includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services.
EMSP 2143 ASSESSMENT BASED MANAGEMENT
(0-3) Credit: 1 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first, second, third and fourth semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2338, EMSP 2262
Comprehensive assessment based patient care management. Includes specific care when dealing with pediatric, adult, geriatric and special needs patients.
EMSP 2260 CLINICAL I (PARAMEDIC)
(0-12) Credit: 1 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first and second semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2348, EMSP 2544
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.
EMSP 2261 CLINICAL II (PARAMEDIC)
(0-12) Credit: 2 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first, second, and third semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2434, EMSP 2430
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.
EMSP 2262 CLINICAL III (PARAMEDIC)
(0-12) Credit: 2 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first, second, third and fourth semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2143, EMSP 2338
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.
EMSP 2338 EMS OPERATIONS
(3-1) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first, second, third and fourth semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2143, EMSP 2262
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills to safely manage the scene of an emergency.
EMSP 2348 EMERGENCY PHARMACOLOGY
(3-1) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first and second semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2544, EMSP 2260
A comprehensive course covering all aspects of the utilization of medications in treating emergency situations. Course is designed to compliment Cardiology, Special Populations, and Medical Emergency courses.
EMSP 2430 SPECIAL POPULATIONS
(4-2) Credit: 4 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first, second, and third semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2434, EMSP 2261
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of ill or injured patients in nontraditional populations.
EMSP 2434 MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
(3-3) Credit: 4 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first, second, and third semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2430, EMSP 2261
A detailed study of the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competence in the assessment and management of patients with medical emergencies.
EMSP 2544 CARDIOLOGY
(4-4) Credit: 5 Prerequisite: READ 0301 (R1); ENGL 0301 (W2); MATH 0303 (M2) Prerequisite: Enrollment in the EMS-Paramedic program and successful completion of first and second semester courses.
Co-requisites: EMSP 2348, EMSP 2260
Assessment and management of patients with cardiac emergencies. Includes basic dysrhythmia interpretation, recognition of 12-lead EKG’s for field diagnosis, and electrical and pharmacological interventions.
ENGLISH
†ENGL 1301 COMPOSITION I
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: READ 0302 (R2), ENGL 0302 (W3)
The study of principles and techniques of written, expository, and persuasive composition; analysis of literary, expository and persuasive texts; and critical thinking.
†ENGL 1302 COMPOSITION II
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1301.
Principles and techniques of written, expository, and persuasive composition;
analysis of literary, expository and persuasive texts; and critical thinking.
ENGL 2307 CREATIVE WRITING I
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1301
Practical experience in the techniques of imaginative writing. May include fiction, non-fiction, poetry, or drama. (Formerly: ENGL 1313)
ENGL 2308 CREATIVE WRITING II
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1301
Practical experience in the techniques of imaginative writing. May include fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or drama.
ENGL 2311 TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS WRITING
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1302
Principles, techniques, and skills needed for college level scientific, technical, or business writing.
†ENGL 2322 BRITISH LITERATURE I
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1302
The study of significant works of British and Commonwealth writer from Anglo-Saxon beginnings to the 19th Century.
†ENGL 2323 BRITISH LITERATURE II
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1302
The study of significant works of British and Commonwealth writer of the 19TH Century to the present.
†ENGL 2326 AMERICAN LITERATURE (single-semester course) (3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1302
Survey of American literature from its orgins through the Civil War period.
†ENGL 2327 AMERICAN LITERATURE I
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1302.
Survey of American literature from the Civil War period to the present.
ENGL 2328 AMERICAN LITERATURE II
(3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1302
Selected significant works of American literature.
†ENGL 2332 WORLD LITERATURE I
(3-0) Credit: 3 (Prerequisite: ENGL 1302)
Introduces and examines literary texts significant works of world mythologies.
Readings stress cross-cultural themes and literary forms exemplifying the ideals, values, and concerns that have shaped our shared human condition.
(Formerly known as ENGL 2331 MASTERPIECES OF WORLD LITERATURE I)
†ENGL 2333 WORLD LITERATURE II
(3-0) Credit: 3
†ENGL 2343 FORMS OF LITERATURE II: DRAMA AND POETRY (3-0) Credit: 3 Prerequisite: ENGL 1302
The study of one or more literary genres. (Formerly: ENGL 2312)