Mar 29, 2024  
2016-2017 Academic Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 1000 Essentials of Algebra

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed for math remediation prior to taking algebra intensive courses. This course covers essential algebra topics such as roots and radicals, factoring polynomials, function (domain and range), simplifying and solving equations and rational expressions, solving and graphing quadratic equations, exponential and logarithmic expressions. Note: This course will not satisfy general education math requirements for associate degrees or technical certificates. (Students must register for the co-requisite course MATH 0100 Support Course for Essentials of Algebra unless they have made a grade of “C” or higher in MATH 1530 Probability and Statistics or MATH 1630 Finite Mathematics.)

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MATH 1410 Math for Elementary Education I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed primarily for Elementary Education majors. The topics include strategies for problem solving, logic, sets, understanding the real number system, reasoning quantitatively, seeing the structure in expressions, functions, reasoning with equations and inequalities. (Students with math deficiencies must register for an enhanced section of MATH 1410 and the support course MATH 0410.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH ACT score of 19 or above OR equivalent.
  
  • MATH 1420 Math for Elementary Education II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    A continuation of MATH 1410 and the second course in math designed primarily for Elementary Education majors. Topics include introductory elements of probability and statistics, the basic concepts of Euclidean geometry and coordinate geometry including congruence, similarity, measurements, areas, and volumes.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH1410
  
  • MATH 1530 Probability and Statistics

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a study of basic statistical concepts including data organization and analysis, frequency distribution, measures of central tendency and dispersion. Other topics in this course include:  probability theory and distributions, sampling methods, estimation, regression and correlation analysis, and hypothesis testing. Students with math deficiencies must register for an enhanced  section of MATH 1530 and the support course MATH 0530.

    Prerequisite(s): Math ACT score of 19 or above OR equivalent.
  
  • MATH 1630 Finite Mathematics

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a study of linear functions and systems, matrices, probability, mathematics of finance, and linear programming. (Students with math deficiencies must register for an enhanced section of MATH 1630 and the support course MATH 0630.)

    Prerequisite(s): Math ACT score of 19 or above OR equivalent
  
  • MATH 1710 Pre-Calculus I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an exploration of the real number system involving the topics: relations and functions, graphing techniques, linear and quadratic systems of equations and inequalities.  This course also includes the following topics: matrices and determinants, conic sections, polynomial functions and theory of equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, and natural number functions.

    Prerequisite(s): (1) Grade of “C” or higher in   or (2) ACT score of 19 or above or equivalent or (3) Approval of the Math Department Chair.
  
  • MATH 1720 Pre-Calculus II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The study of functions and graphing technique theories; circular functions and their graphs; trigonometric functions with applications to right and general triangles; complex numbers; logarithms; inverse trig functions; identities; trigonometric equations.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710 
  
  • MATH 1740 Algebra and Trigonometry I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a study of algebra encompassing linear functions, polynomials functions, graphs of functions, systems of equations and determinants.  Other topics in this course include: a study of the trigonometry of the right triangle, radian measure, unit circle, trigonometric functions of any angle, trigonometric identities, trigonometric equations, and graphs of the trigonometric functions..

    Prerequisite(s): (1) Grade of “C” or higher in   or (2) ACT score of 19 or above or  equivalent or (3) Approval of the Math Department Chair.
  
  • MATH 1750 Algebra and Trigonometry II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Continuation of Algebra and Trigonometry I encompassing the trigonometric form of complex numbers, powers and roots of complex numbers, trig identities, trig equations, inverse trig functions, polar coordinates; also, conic sections, exponential and logarithmic functions, inequalities, variations, sequences and series.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1740  with a grade of at least “C”
  
  • MATH 1830 Calculus

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Introduction to concepts and methods of elementary calculus of one real variable as related to rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; nature of derivatives; differentiation; applications of derivatives; nature of integration; definite integral; applications of the definite integral.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710  with a grade of at least “C” or permission of department chair.
    NOTE: Only one of MATH 1830 or MATH 1910  may be used to satisfy degree requirements

     
  
  • MATH 1910 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The study of tangents, limits and continuity, differentiation and its applications, anti-differentiation and the definite integral.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1720  or MATH 1750  with a grade of at least “C.”
    NOTE: Only one of MATH 1830  or MATH 1910 may be used to satisfy degree requirements

  
  • MATH 1920 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The study of the definite integral and its applications, exponential and logarithmic functions, transcendental functions, techniques of integration, and infinite series.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910  with a grade of at least “C”
  
  • MATH 2010 Introduction to Linear Algebra

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to linear algebra. It includes the study of linear systems, matrices and matix algebra, elemetary row and column operations, determinants, vectors and vector spaces, and linear transformations.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910 and knowledge of a graphing calculator (TI-84 Plus recommended)
  
  • MATH 2110 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The study of Taylor and MacLaurin series, conic sections, vectors in two and three dimensions, partial differentiations, multiple integration, and selected topic in vector calculus.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920  with a grade of at least “C”
  
  • MATH 2120 Differential Equations

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Study of ordinary differential equations, including first order equations, second order linear equations, higher order linear equations, models and applications, series solutions, Laplace transforms.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 2110  with a grade of at least “C”

Mechanical Engineering Technology

  
  • MEET 1114 Print Reading / GD&T

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces students to the concepts of print reading and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). Students will examine prints, develop process plans, and perform setup and layout procedures for fabricating machined parts.  In the GD&T portion of the course, students will learn about the standard GD&T symbols, interpretation of geometric tolerances, the use of reference points (datums), and modifiers.  It is highly recommended, but not required, that students take ENTC 1124 prior to or concurrently with this course.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1124 GD&T - Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the concepts of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). Students will learn about the interception of geometric tolerances, the use of reference points (datums) and modifiers, and the standard GD&T symbols. Emphasis will be placed on properly interpreting drawings with GD&T annotations and symbols for the purpose of  producing complex machined parts.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1114  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1134 Engineering Materials and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course includes the study of the characteristics of ferrous and nonferrous engineering materials, plastics, wood, and concrete along with their production, fabrication, and heat treating processes. The student will gain hands-on experience dealing with hardness testing, impact testing, tensile testing, fatigue testing, shear and flexure testing, heat treatment, and metallurgical equipment, methods, and analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): ENTC 1124  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1144 Machines Technology I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to manual machining and modern machine shop operations. OSHA safety standards and NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) standards are emphasized throughout this course. Course topics include safety, print reading, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing),unit conversions, job setup and layout, tool selection, precision measuring instruments and scales, and quality assurance. Students will gain experience in drilling, cutting, grinding, manual milling, manual lathe operations (turning and turning -on-centers), and other machine shop operations.

    Prerequisite(s): ENTC 1124  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1154 Statics and Dynamics and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the two areas of engineering mechanics: statics and dynamics. The statics section covers problems solving techniques dealing with resultants, free-bodies, trusses, center of gravity, equilibrium, moment of inertia, and friction. The dynamics section covers problem-solving techniques dealing with dynamic force systems, kinematics, kinetics, work and energy, impulse, momentum, power, and friction.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1740 , PHYS 2010  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1164 Machines Technology II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of MEET 1144 (Machines Technology I). Students will learn advanced machining techniques which will enable them to fabricate more complex parts using manual mills and lathes. Students will work on more advanced machining projects which have been designed to enhance their metalworking skills. NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) standards will continue to be emphasized throughout this course.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1144  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1210 CAD Design I and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is the first mechanical engineering course in Computer- Aided Design (CAD). It consists of a series of educational experiences relating to the field of engineering graphics that includes fundamental drafting principles, geometric constructions, orthographic projection, isometric projection, sectional views, and dimensioning techniques. The course presents logical and well-tested, step-by-step instruction about the AutoCAD commands, mode setting, drawing aids, shortcuts, and other valuable characteristics of AutoCAD.

    Corequisite(s): ENTC 1124  or permission of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1220 CAD Design II and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    CAD Design II is a continuation of MEET 1210. Its drafting topics consist of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, (GDT), threads and fasteners, welding notation, assembly drawings, working drawings, and auxiliary views. AutoCAD topics covered include effective use of layers, colors, and line types as well as symbol libraries, blocks, and system variables. Lecture and laboratory go hand-in-hand as the student develops intricate technical drawings.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1210  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1230 CAD Design and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course introduces computer concepts and software applications for Computer-Aided Design (CAD). It consists of a series of educational experiences relating to the field of engineering graphics, which includes fundamental drafting principles, geometric constructions, orthographic projection, isometric projection, sectional views, dimensioning techniques, tolerancing, auxiliary views and assembly drawings. The course presents logical and well-tested, step-by-step instruction about the AutoCAD commands, effective use of layers, blocks and system variables.

    Prerequisite(s): ENTC 1124  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1314 Non-Destructive Inspection and Testing Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course examines the industry standard methods used to test material without causing damage. The student will study Non- Destructive Testing (NDT) methods including ultrasonic, magnetic particle, radiographic, eddy current and liquid penetrant. Additionally, the student will gain hands-on experience with ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, and magnetic particle equipment.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1134 , INET 1004  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1324 Destructive Testing and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    This course studies the major methods employed by industry to test materials for specified properties. The student will gain hands-on experience with tensile testing, hardness testing, impact testing, chemical analysis, test standards, specimen preparation, metallography and weld testing.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1134 , INET 1004  or program coordinator approval
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1901 Technical Co-Op I

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1902 Technical Co-Op II

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1903 Technical Co-Op III

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1904 Technical Co-Op IV

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1905 Technical Co-Op V

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1906 Technical Co-Op VI

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1907 Technical Co-Op VII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1908 Technical Co-Op VIII

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Students work part time at their sponsoring companies training in areas related to their majors. Supervisors at the companies plan the work schedules to coincide with class schedules when possible.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean and department chair; may take as many as eight courses.
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1931 Co-Op Education I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1932 Co-Op Education II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1933 Co-Op Education III

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1941 Co-Op Education IA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1942 Co-Op Education IIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 1943 Co-Op Education IIIA

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    From this experience the student participates in the employer/ employee relationship. By being an integral part of the work atmosphere, the student encounters the true meaning of work, the physical and security needs it provides, plus the impact it has on today’s society.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 2144 Machine Design and Special Problems and Lab

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    Machine Design and Special Problems is a course in which the principles of engineering technology are applied to the design of machines and mechanical systems. Calculations determining the size and shape of machine elements and the selection of materials are emphasized. In the laboratory portion of this course, the student utilizes the knowledge gained in this and previous courses to design, fabricate, analyze and report formally on a project selected by the student and approved by the instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1134 , MEET 1154 , MEET 1230, INET 1004  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 2154 Fluid Systems

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The major divisions of this course include characteristics of non-compressible fluids; pressure, head and force; buoyancy and displacement; flow rate, velocity, and power; Bernoulli’s equation and energy relationships; orifices, nozzles, and other flow devices; series and parallel pipe systems; flow in non-circular cross sections; open channel flow; flow measurement; pump selection; and forces created by fluids.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1750 , PHYS 2010  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 2163 Electro-Mechanical Device and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course includes electrical and electronic nomenclature and symbols; the use of the VOM, VTVM, and oscilloscope; direct and alternating current; transformers and regulators; motors and generators; electrical circuits; and techniques of electrical component selection.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1750 , PHYS 1320  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 2173 Air Conditioning and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This is a course wherein air conditioning is used to introduce the student to the principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer. Topics covered include basic thermodynamic principles, heat and the change of state, heat transfer, psychometric chart techniques, human comfort factors, load and load calculations, equipment selection, mechanical refrigeration, fluid flow, evaporative systems, air distribution, and control systems.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1740 , PHYS 2010  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 2210 3D Modeling I and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the features, limitations, and considerations associated with the operation of a parametric Computer-Aided Design (CAD) 3D system. Emphasis is placed on the operation of Mechanical Desktop and Inventor 3D software. A variety of industrial-type problems are included as an integral part of the laboratory activities.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 1230  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MEET 2220 3D Modeling II and Lab

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of MEET 2210  in which students continue to build their 3D skills. Students will develop 3D assemblies and mechanical systems for analysis. The models will be given surface textures and rendered to produce photo-realistic images. Students will also cover the basics of 3D model animation.

    Prerequisite(s): MEET 2210  or approval of program coordinator
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Media Technologies: RODP

  
  • MDT 2100 Photoshop Essentials

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Students are introduced to photo editing, image enhancement, workflow, color management, and best practices using Adobe Photoshop® and related software with images from professional digital cameras and other digital images. Topics covered include: editing, raw conversions, density correction, color correction, color theory, retouching, image manipulation, metadata, special effects, type effects, and using Photoshop® as a design tool. Documents created in class will be optimized for Web, print, and multimedia uses. Students will complete a variety of tutorials as well as create personal projects.

    Prerequisite(s): Web technology majors should have completed COM 1000 , WEB 2001, WEB 2002, WEB 2003; or CSIT 2645; or equivalent.

Medical Laboratory Technician

  
  • MLT 1110 Orientation to Medical Laboratory

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course explores clinical laboratory sciences with an analysis of routine tests performed in the medical laboratory, including terminology, basic laboratory skills, and an introduction to the health care team.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 1120 Laboratory Operations and Phlebotomy

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course involves instruction in basic medical laboratory operations, including quality assessment, selection and use of laboratory equipment, lab procedures and calculations, problem-solving, and regulatory compliance.

    Prerequisite(s): MLT 1110  and admission to the MLT program
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 1500 Phlebotomy

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course covers the study of skin puncture and venipuncture in collecting blood for laboratory testing, including principles of proper phlebotomy techniques, specimen distribution, patient care, preparation and maintenance of equipment, record keeping and basic principles of anatomy and physiology.

    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 1550 Phlebotomy Seminar

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    Interpersonal skills for phlebotomists are discussed, including basic concepts of communication, stress management, professional behavior, legal implications, current issues and a review of laboratory phlebotomy principles and procedures and a comprehensive examination. Emphasis is placed on specimen processing and computer entry data.

    Prerequisite(s): MLT 1110  and MLT 1500  and admission to PLT program
    Corequisite(s): MLT 1570 
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 1570 Phlebotomy Clinical Assignment

    10 Credit Hour(s)
    This course involves supervised training at various clinical facilities to provide experience in skin puncture, venipuncture, patient care, and specimen handling/distribution. Includes computer skills development.

    Prerequisite(s): MLT 1110 , MLT 1500 , permission of instructor, and admission to the PLT program
    Corequisite(s): MLT 1550  
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 2100 Medical Biochemistry

    5 Credit Hour(s)
    This course involves instruction in basic anatomy and pathophysiology of the urinary, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, endocrine and reproductive systems, including structure and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, NPN compounds, hormones, minerals, enzymes, electrolytes, fluids and drugs and their variation in disease. Principles of quality control and instrumentation are also covered.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1010  or CHEM 1110 , MLT 1120 , admission to the MLT program or permission of instructor
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 2120 Medical Hematology

    6 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a study of clinical hematology with emphasis on the complete blood count and peripheral blood differential and the basic anatomy and physiology of the kidney, including principles of homeostasis, cell maturation, anemia, leukemia and other blood dyscrasias, making and staining blood smears, various routine test procedures, quality control, anatomy and physiology relative to hematopoiesis and cellular metabolism, and a study of the physiochemical and chemical properties of urine and the microscopic examination of urinary sediment.

    Prerequisite(s): admission to MLT or permission of instructor
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 2320 Medical Microbiology

    6 Credit Hour(s)
    The student studies microorganisms of medical importance to man and the body’s immunological response to infectious agents, including anatomy and physiology relative to cellular and humoral immunity, principles of the immune response, structure and function of antigens and antibodies, antigen/antibody reactions, serological methods, proper collection, handling and examination of specimens, culture techniques, identification methods, drug sensitivity testing, and quality control procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1230 , MLT 1110 , and admission to MLT program or permission of instructor
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 2510 Immunohematology

    4 Credit Hour(s)
    The student studies blood banking with emphasis on human blood, group antigens and antibodies, including principles of donor requirements and phlebotomy, blood component preparation and use, blood storage, blood compatibility, genetics, problem solving techniques, quality control, and anatomy and physiology relative to transfusion therapy.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to MLT program or permission of instructor
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 2710 MLT Clinical Seminar

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an analysis of organizational management, structure and current issues in the clinical laboratory, a review of medical laboratory principles and procedures and a comprehensive examination and presentation of topics by students and healthcare practitioners.

    Prerequisite(s): MLT 1110 , MLT 1500 , MLT 2100 , MLT 2120 , MLT 2320 , MLT 2510 , or permission of the instructor
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
  
  • MLT 2810 MLT Clinical Assignment

    10 Credit Hour(s)
    Selected clinical experiences at the extended medical campuses, which provide students with an opportunity to develop competencies in hematology, immunology, microbiology, immune-hematology, urinalysis, and medical biochemistry under the supervision of medical technologists.

    Prerequisite(s): MLT 1110 , MLT 1500 , MLT 2100 , MLT 2120 , MLT 2320 , MLT 2510 , or permission of the instructor
    This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

Military Science

  
  • MILT 1100 Leadership Lab

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    Two laboratory hours per week.

  
  • MILT 1101 Introduction to Military Science

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    Introduction to Army ROTC with hands-on approach through several basic military skills. Lectures and practical exercises in military rappelling and mountaineering, fundamentals in weapons training and an overview of the role of the United States Army. There is no military obligation.

    Corequisite(s): MILT 1100 
  
  • MILT 1111 Principles of Leadership and Confidence Building

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course begins the leader development process by providing the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for the student to exhibit the leadership characteristics and traits. Students study orienteering and the fundamentals of survival training. There is no military obligation.

    Corequisite(s): MILT 1115
  
  • MILT 2201 American Military History

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Developments since colonial period; emphasis on background and growth of national military and naval establishments, military and naval thought, difficulties accompanying modernization and assumption of global responsibilities and problem of relationship between civilian and military-naval sectors in democracy. There is no military obligation.

    Corequisite(s): MILT 2200
  
  • MILT 2211 Fundamental Survival Skills

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    A continuation of the leader development process with an emphasis on military first aid and survival planning. There is no military obligation.

    Corequisite(s): MILT 2215 
  
  • MILT 2215 Leadership Lab

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    Two laboratory hours per week.

  
  • MILT 2221 Small Unit Tactics I

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course emphasizes preparation of the individual for combat. It includes preparation of potential leaders in combat through study of the knowledge and skills needed by an individual soldier. Skills are developed in planning and organizing by combat patrols. The course includes a series of field practicum. There is no military obligation.

  
  • MILT 2231 Small Unit Tactics II

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    Advanced concepts in reconnaissance, raid and ambush patrolling techniques, extended patrolling operations and application techniques for specialized equipment. Students will learn leadership skills through student-led patrols and a series of field practicum. Expands material taught in MILT 2221  but may be taken independently of MILT 2221 . There is no military obligation.


Music

  
  • MUS 0510 Private Brass Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized brass instruction at the student’s level of development on the trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonic or tuba.

  
  • MUS 0560 Private Percussion Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized percussion instruction at the student’s level and rate of development.

  
  • MUS 0660 Private Bass Guitar Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents bass guitar instruction at the student’s level and rate of development.

  
  • MUS 0760 Private Woodwind Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized woodwind instruction at the student’s level and rate of development.

  
  • MUS 0910 Private Piano Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized piano instruction at the student’s level and rate of development.

  
  • MUS 0920 Private Organ Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides individualized organ instruction at the student’s level rate of development. Audition required or permission through conference with instructors.

  
  • MUS 0950 Private Voice Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides individualized voice instruction at student’s level and rate of development.

  
  • MUS 1000 Introduction to Music Media

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to provide the student with a fundamental background in Desktop Music Production. The course will provide the student with the basics of recording, editing, and mixing digital audio.

  
  • MUS 1001 Recording Studio Techniques I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to the recording studio. Students will gain a basic understanding of audio equipment used in the recording process.

  
  • MUS 1030 Music Appreciation

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    Music Appreciation is designed to increase the student’s enjoyment and understanding of music. This course assists the student in listening to, recognizing and synthesizing elements that can apply to any musical work. The student discovers contemporary music of America as well as music of other periods and cultures.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 and READ 0810 or equivalent.
  
  • MUS 1050 Fundamentals of Music

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to basic music structural elements including notation, rhythm, scales, intervals, and triads. Music writing, sight singing, ear training, and keyboarding skills are developed.

    Corequisite(s): Private or class music lessons, or one performing ensemble
  
  • MUS 1150 Music Theory I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of written and aural skills acquired in Fundamentals of Music. Emphasis is on utilizing these skills in writing music with a focus on developing working knowledge of musical notation, grammar, and vocabulary.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1050  or permission from Advisor.
  
  • MUS 1151 Sight-Singing and Ear-Training I

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to sight singing and ear training. Students are trained to recognize aurally and to notate the basic melodies, simple rhythms, and basic chord qualities.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1050 .
    Corequisite(s): MUS 1150 .
  
  • MUS 1160 Music Theory II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of Basic Music Theory I, with an emphasis on the harmonic aspects of music. An introduction to harmonic analysis and part writing along with continued work on more complex aspects of melody and rhythm is included.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1150  
  
  • MUS 1161 Sight-Singing and Ear-Training II

    1 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of Sight-Singing and Ear-Training I. The content is designed to complement Music Theory II.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 1050 , MUS 1151 
    Corequisite(s): MUS 1160 .
  
  • MUS 1200 Music and Worship

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides an understanding of the use of music in all phases of church life.

  
  • MUS 1220 Basic Choral Conducting

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is an introduction to choral techniques including basic musicianship, reading a score, gesture, voice training, and style.

  
  • MUS 1230 Hymnology

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a study of the origin, development, and perpetuation of hymns and tunes.

  
  • MUS 1250 Concert Choir

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course contains instruction in singing difficult music from all musical periods and styles. Audition required. Required course for all vocal music majors.

  
  • MUS 1350 Jazz Ensemble

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course involves the performance of jazz, rock, and contemporary idioms. Enrollment by audition.

  
  • MUS 1380 Class Percussion

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course involves instruction and daily practice in the percussion fundamentals. This class is open to all students.

  
  • MUS 1450 Southwest Singers

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course requires performance of gospel, spirituals and pop-jazz vocal music by a select choral ensemble of 15-25 singers. The group performs with rhythm section from the jazz ensemble.

  
  • MUS 1510 Private Brass Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized brass instruction at student’s level and rate of development on the trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonic, or tuba.

  
  • MUS 1550 Contemporary Music Ensemble

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course involves the rehearsal and performance of contemporary pop and commercial styles, including rock, jazz, and blues, soul, folk, urban styles, country, and world beat. Members perform works as small as solos and as large as a full ensemble. This class is open to all instrumentalists and singers.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s permission or by audition
  
  • MUS 1560 Private Percussion Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized percussion instruction at student’s level and rate of development.

  
  • MUS 1600 Class Piano

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course contains instruction and daily practice on the piano. No previous training required.

  
  • MUS 1660 Private Guitar Instruction

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized guitar instruction at student’s level and rate of development.

  
  • MUS 1700 Class Voice

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents instruction in basic vocal technique involving development of breath technique, production of a good vocal sound, vowel formation and pronunciation in song and vocal literature.

  
  • MUS 1760 Private Woodwind Instruction

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized woodwind instruction at student’s level and rate of development

  
  • MUS 1800 Class Guitar

    2 Credit Hour(s)
    Instruction in fundamentals, principles and daily practice of guitar emphasizing positions, note reading, tone production and the mastery of simple songs is presented.

  
  • MUS 1910 Private Piano II

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course presents individualized piano instruction at student’s level and rate of development.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 0910  or permission from Advisor.
  
  • MUS 1950 Private Voice II

    1-2 Credit Hour(s)
    This course provides individualized voice instruction at student’s level and rate of development.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 0950  or permission from Advisor.
  
  • MUS 1994 MIDI Arranging and Sequencing I

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is designed to provide the student with an essential understanding of MIDI technology. Students will record musical performances using an audio mixer, computer software, and virtual musical instruments.

  
  • MUS 1996 MIDI Arranging and Sequencing II

    3 Credit Hour(s)
    This course is a continuation of MUS 1994 . Students will gain an essential understanding of advanced MIDI concepts including computer based sequencing, editing and music production techniques.

 

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