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2022-2023 General Catalog Archived [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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(CAA) on courses stands for Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - The North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) is a statewide agreement governing the transfer of credits between NC community colleges and NC public universities and has as its objective the smooth transfer of students.
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Network Operating Systems |
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NOS-110 Operating Systems Concepts This course introduces students to a broad range of operating system concepts, including installation and maintenance. Emphasis is place on operating system concepts, management, maintenance, and resources required. Upon completion of this course, students will have an understanding of OS concepts, installation, management, maintenance, using a variety of operating systems. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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NOS-120 Linux/UNIX Single User This course develops the necessary skills for students to develop both GUI and command line skills for using and customizing a Linux workstation. Topics include Linux file system and access permissions, GNOME Interface, VI editor, X Window System expression pattern matching, I/O redirection, network and printing utilities. Upon completion, students should be able to customize and use Linux systems for command line requirements and desktop productivity roles. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take NOS 110 ; (Required, Previous);
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NOS-130 Windows Single User This course introduces operating system concepts for single-user systems. Topics include hardware management, file and memory management, system configuration/optimization, and utilities. Upon completion, students should be able to perform operating systems functions at the support level in a single-user environment. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take NOS 110 ; (Required, Previous);
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NOS-220 Linux/Unix Administration I This course introduces the Linux file system, group administration, and system hardware controls. Topics include installation, creation and maintaining file systems, NIS client and DHCP client configuration, NFS, SMB/Samba, Configure X, Gnome, KDE, basic memory, processes, and security. Upon completion, students should be able to perform system administration tasks including installation, configuring and attaching a new Linux workstation to an existing network. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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NOS-230 Windows Administration I This course covers the installation and configuration of a Windows Server operating system. Emphasis is placed on the basic configuration of core network services, Active Directory and group policies. Upon completion, students should be able to install and configure a Windows Server operating system. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take NOS 130 (Required, Previous).
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Nursing |
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NUR-101 Practical Nursing I This course introduces the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including assessment, clinical decision making, professional behaviors, caring interventions, biophysical and psychosocial concepts, communication, collaboration, teaching/learning, safety, ethical principles, legal issues, informatics, and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care across the lifespan incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 7.00 Lab Hours: 6.00 Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 11.00
Requisites:
- Take 1 group; # Take BIO-166; # Take BIO 169 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent);
- Take one DRE-098, ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
- Take 1 group; # DMA-010, DMA-020, DMA-030, DMA-040, DMA-050 (all); # Take MAT 003 ; or # Take BSP 4003 ; (Required, Previous);
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NUR-102 Practical Nursing II This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, nursing, and healthcare. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including clinical decision making, caring interventions, biophysical and psychosocial concepts, communication, collaboration, teaching and learning, accountability, safety, informatics, and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care across the lifespan incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 7.00 Clinical Hours: 9.00
Credit Hours: 10.00
Requisites:
- Take NUR 101 (Required, Previous);
- Take 1 group; # Take NUR 101 , BIO-166; Minimum grade C; # Take NUR 101 , BIO 169 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous);
- Take PSY 150 , PSY 241 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent);
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NUR-103 Practical Nursing III This course is designed to assimilate the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on biophysical and psychosocial concepts, professional behaviors, healthcare systems, health policy, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide safe, quality, and individualized entry level nursing care. Semester Offered: Summer
Class Hours: 6.00 Clinical Hours: 9.00
Credit Hours: 9.00
Requisites:
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NUR-111 Introduction to Health Concepts This course introduces the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including medication administration, assessment, nutrition, ethics, interdisciplinary teams, informatics, evidence-based practice, individual-centered care, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 6.00 Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 8.00
Requisites:
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NUR-112 Health-Illness Concepts This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of acid-base, metabolism, cellular regulation, oxygenation, infection, stress/coping, health-wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, quality improvement, and informatics. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00 Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 5.00
Requisites:
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NUR-113 Family Health Concepts This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of oxygenation, sexuality, reproduction, grief/loss, mood/affect, behaviors, development, family, health-wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, and advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00 Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 5.00
Requisites:
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NUR-114 Holistic Health Concepts This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, inflammation, sensory perception, stress/coping, mood/affect, cognition, self, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00 Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 5.00
Requisites:
- Take NUR 111 ; (Required, Previous);
- Take PSY 241 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent);
- Take NUR 112 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous);
- Take ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent);
- Take MAT 003 or BSP 4003 ; (Required, Previous);
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NUR-211 Health Care Concepts This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, infection, immunity, mobility, comfort, behaviors, health-wellness-illness, clinical decision-making, caring interventions, managing care, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00 Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 5.00
Requisites:
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NUR-212 Health System Concepts This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of grief/loss, violence, health-wellness-illness, collaboration, managing care, safety, advocacy, legal issues, policy, healthcare systems, ethics, accountability, and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course Semester Offered: Summer
Class Hours: 3.00 Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 5.00
Requisites:
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NUR-213 Complex Health Concepts This course is designed to assimilate the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of fluid/electrolytes, metabolism, perfusion, mobility, stress/coping, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, managing care, healthcare systems, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide quality, individualized, entry level nursing care. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 3.00 Clinical Hours: 15.00
Credit Hours: 10.00
Requisites:
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NUR-221 LPN to ADN Concepts I This course is designed for the LPN to ADN student to explore the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of safety, perfusion, inflammation, oxygenation, mood/affect, behavior, development, family, health-wellness-illness, sensory perception, stress/coping, cognition, self, violence, and professional behaviors. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 6.00 Clinical Hours: 9.00
Credit Hours: 9.00
Requisites:
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NUR-223 LPN to ADN Concepts II This course is designed for the LPN to ADN student to assimilate the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of fluid/electrolytes, metabolism, thermoregulation, oxygenation, tissue integrity, infection, perfusion, mobility, reproduction, sexuality, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, accountability, advocacy, and collaboration. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide quality, individualized, entry-level nursing care. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 6.00 Clinical Hours: 9.00
Credit Hours: 9.00
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Nursing Assistant |
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NAS-101 Nurse Aide I This course includes basic nursing skills required to provide safe, competent personal care for individuals. Emphasis is placed on person-centered care, the aging process, communication, safety/emergencies, infection prevention, legal and ethical issues, vital signs, height and weight measurements, elimination, nutrition, basic restorative care/rehabilitation, dementia, mental health and end-of-life care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills and be eligible to test for listing on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 4.00 Clinical Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 6.00
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NAS-106 Geriatric Aide This course is designed to enhance the knowledge of the Nurse Aide I providing care to the aging population. Emphasis is placed on the person-centered care, stress management, health promotion, dementia/challenging behaviors, mental health issues, and end-of-life/palliative care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and provide safe care for the aging population and are eligible to be listed on the North Carolina Geriatric Nurse Aide registry. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Class Hours: 5.00 Clinical Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 6.00
Requisites:
Take NAS 101 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous).
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Paralegal Technology |
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LEX-110 Intro to Paralegal Study This course introduces the paralegal profession and the legal system, and an emphasis is placed on the role of professional and legal ethics. Topics include regulations, ethics, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, professional organizations, terminology and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the role of a paralegal and identify the skills, knowledge, and ethics required of paralegals. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-120 Legal Research/Writing I This course introduces the techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing, applying, and updating sources of law; effective legal writing, including proper citation; and the use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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LEX-121 Legal Research/Writing II This course covers advanced topics in legal research and writing. Topics include more complex legal issues and assignments involving preparation of legal memos, briefs, and other documents and the advanced use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take LEX 120 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-130 Civil Injuries This course covers traditional tort concepts and the evolving body of individual rights created by statute. Topics include intentional and non-intentional torts with emphasis on negligence, strict liability, civil rights, workplace and environmental liability, remedies, and damages. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, explain, and evaluate elements of civil injuries and related defenses. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-140 Civil Litigation I This course introduces the structure of the legal system and the rules governing civil litigation. Topics include jurisdiction state and federal rules of civil procedure and evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in pre-litigation matters and preparation of pleadings and motions. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-141 Civil Litigation II This course covers advanced topics in the civil litigation process. Topics include motions, discovery, and trial and appellate procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in preparing and organizing documents for trial, settlement and post-trial practice. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take LEX 140 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-150 Commercial Law I This course covers legally enforceable agreements, forms of organization, and selected portions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics include drafting and enforcement of contracts, leases, and related documents and selection and implementation of business organization forms, sales, and commercial papers. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the elements of a contract, prepare various business documents, and understand the role of commercial paper. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-180 Case Analysis & Reasoning This course covers the techniques of reading and applying legal opinions and the skills of case analysis. Emphasis is placed on the components of opinions and on types of legal writing. Upon completion, students should be able to read, analyze, and brief opinions and prepare legal memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
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LEX-210 Real Property I This course introduces the study of real property law. Topics include the distinction between real and personal property, various estates, mechanics of conveyance and encumbrance, recordation, special proceedings, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify estates, forms of deeds, requirements for recording, and procedures to enforce rights to real property. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-211 Real Property II This course continues the study of real property law relating to title examination and preparation of closing documents. Topics include use of courthouse and other public records in title examination and preparation of documents required in real estate transactions and closings. Upon completion, students should be able to plot/draft a description, perform complete title examination, draft closing documents including title insurance forms, and prepare disbursement reconciliation. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 4.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take LEX 210 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-240 Family Law This course covers laws governing domestic relations. Topics include marriage, separation, divorce, child custody, support, property division, adoption, domestic violence, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interview clients, gather information, and draft documents related to family law. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-250 Wills, Estates, & Trusts This course covers various types of wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and intestacy. Topics include types of wills and execution requirements, caveats and dissents, intestate succession, inventories and accountings, distribution and settlement, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to draft simple wills, prepare estate forms, understand administration of estates including taxation, and explain terms regarding trusts. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-270 Law Office Management/Technology This course provides an overview of law office management and organization. Topics include office forms, filing systems, billing/time keeping, computer systems, calendar systems, library administration, case management, office/personnel procedures, ethics, and technology. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and maintain various law office systems, monitor case progress, and supervise non-lawyer personnel. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-280 Ethics & Professionalism This course reinforces legal ethics and the role of the paralegal in a professional work environment. Topics include a review of ethics, employment opportunities, and search techniques; paralegal certification and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the paralegal’s role in the ethical practice of law. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-286 Medical Evidence Analysis This course is designed to teach reading and analyzing medical records for legal evaluation of bodily injury and disability claims. Emphasis is placed on terminology, identifying, obtaining and reviewing medical records and study of the major systems of the human body. Upon completion, students will be able to compile, analyze and organize medical documents to support or disprove injury claims. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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LEX-288 Elder Law This course provides an overview of laws especially relevant to older persons. Topics include health care decision-making, living wills, powers of attorney, financial and estate planning, government benefits, housing issues, elder abuse, and ethical considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in addressing legal issues pertinent to the elderly. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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Pharmacy Technology |
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PHM-110 Introduction to Pharmacy This course introduces pharmacy practice and the technician’s role in a variety of pharmacy settings. Topics include medical terminology and abbreviations, drug delivery systems, law and ethics, prescription and medication orders, and the health care system. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the role of pharmacy technicians, read and interpret drug orders, describe quality assurance, and utilize pharmacy references. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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PHM-111 Pharmacy Practice I This course provides instruction in the technical procedures for preparing and dispensing drugs in the hospital and retail settings under supervision of a registered pharmacist. Topics include drug packaging and labeling, out-patient dispensing, hospital dispensing procedures, controlled substance procedures, inventory control, and non-sterile compounding. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic supervised dispensing techniques in a variety of pharmacy settings. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
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PHM-115 Pharmacy Calculations This course provides an introduction to the metric, avoirdupois, and apothecary systems of measurement and the calculations used in pharmacy practice. Topics include ratio and proportion, dosage determinations, percentage preparations, reducing and enlarging formulas, dilution and concentration, aliquots, specific gravity and density, and flow rates. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly perform calculations required to properly prepare a medication order. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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PHM-118 Sterile Products This course provides an introduction to intravenous admixture preparation and other sterile products, including total parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy. Topics include aseptic techniques; facilities, equipment, and supplies utilized in admixture preparation; incompatibility and stability; laminar flow hoods; immunizations and irrigation solutions; and quality assurance. Upon completion, students should be able to describe and demonstrate the steps involved in preparation of intermittent and continuous infusions, total parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
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PHM-120 Pharmacology I This course introduces the study of the properties, effects, and therapeutic value of the primary agents in the major drug categories. Topics include nutritional products, blood modifiers, hormones, diuretics, cardiovascular agents, respiratory drugs, and gastrointestinal agents. Upon completion, students should be able to place major drugs into correct therapeutic categories and identify indications, side effects, and trade and generic names. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take one; DRE-097, ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
- Take 1 group; # Take DMA-010, DMA-020, DMA-030 (all); # Take MAT 003 ; # Take BSP 4003 ; (Required, Previous);
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PHM-125 Pharmacology II This course provides a continuation of the study of the properties, effects, and therapeutic value of the primary agents in the major drug categories. Topics include autonomic and central nervous system agents, anti-inflammatory agents, and anti-infective drugs. Upon completion, students should be able to place major drugs into correct therapeutic categories and identify indications, side effects, and trade and generic names. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take PHM 120 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous)
- Take one; DRE-097, ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
- Take 1 group; # Take DMA-010, DMA-020, DMA-030 (all); # Take MAT 003 , # Take BSP 4003 ; (Required, Previous);
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PHM-132 Pharmacy Clinical This course provides an opportunity to work in pharmacy settings under a pharmacist’s supervision. Emphasis is placed on effective communication with personnel, developing proper employee attitude, and dispensing of medications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of pharmacy operations, utilize references, dispense medications, prepare patient charges, and efficiently operate computers. Semester Offered: Spring
Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
- Take PHM 118 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent);
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PHM-133 Pharmacy Clinical This course provides an opportunity to work in pharmacy settings under a pharmacist’s supervision. Emphasis is placed on effective communication with personnel, developing proper employee attitude, and dispensing of medications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of pharmacy operations, utilize references, dispense medications, prepare patient charges, and efficiently operate computers. Semester Offered: Spring
Clinical Hours: 9.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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PHM-134 Pharmacy Clinical This course provides an opportunity to work in pharmacy settings under a pharmacist’s supervision. Emphasis is placed on effective communication with personnel, developing proper employee attitude, and dispensing of medications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of pharmacy operations, utilize references, dispense medications, prepare patient charges, and efficiently operate computers. Semester Offered: Spring
Clinical Hours: 12.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
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PHM-140 Trends in Pharmacy This course covers the major issues, trends, and concepts in contemporary pharmacy practice. Topics include professional ethics, continuing education, job placement, and the latest developments in pharmacy technician practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the topics discussed. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
- Take one; DRE 097, ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
- Take 1 group; # Take DMA-010, DMA-020, DMA-030 (all); # Take MAT 003 ; # Take BSP 4003 ; (Required, Previous);
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PHM-150 Hospital Pharmacy This course provides an in-depth study of hospital pharmacy practice. Topics include hospital organizational structure, committee functions, utilization of reference works, purchasing and inventory control, drug delivery systems, and intravenous admixture preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to explain hospital organization/committee functions, interpret and enter patient orders, fill unit-dose cassettes, and prepare intravenous admixtures. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
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PHM-155 Community Pharmacy This course covers the operational procedures relating to retail pharmacy. Emphasis is placed on a general knowledge of over-the-counter products, prescription processing, business/inventory management, and specialty patient services. Upon completion, students should be able to provide technical assistance and support to the retail pharmacist. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take PHM 150 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous);
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PHM-160 Pharm Dosage Forms This course is a study of pharmaceutical dosage forms and considerations in their manufacture. Topics include bioavailability, routes of administration, tablets, capsules, solutions, syrups, suspensions, elixirs, aerosols, transdermals, topicals, ophthalmics, otics, and other dosage forms. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the characteristics of the major dosage forms and explain how these characteristics affect the action of the drug. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take PHM 133 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent);
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PHM-165 Pharmacy Prof Practice This course provides a general overview of all aspects of pharmacy technician practice. Emphasis is placed on pharmacy law, calculations, compounding, pharmacology, and pharmacy operations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the areas required for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
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PHM-265 Professional Issues This course provides a comprehensive discussion of topics common to the practice of the pharmacy technician. Emphasis is placed on application of professional competencies including legal/ethical issues, leadership/management concepts and employability skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in pharmacy workplace skills and leadership/management roles. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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Philosophy |
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PHI-240 Introduction to Ethics (CAA) This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on moral theories such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply various ethical theories to moral issues such as abortion, capital punishment, poverty, war, terrorism, the treatment of animals, and issues arising from new technologies. Semester Offered: All
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous).
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Physical Education |
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PED-110 Fit and Well for Life (CAA) This course is designed to investigate and apply the basic concepts and principles of lifetime physical fitness and other health-related factors. Emphasis is placed on wellness through the study of nutrition, weight control, stress management, and consumer facts on exercise and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to plan a personal, lifelong fitness program based on individual needs, abilities, and interests. Semester Offered: Spring - Davidson Campus; Fall and Spring - Davie Campus
Class Hours: 1.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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PED-111 Physical Fitness I (CAA) This course provides an individualized approach to physical fitness utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness program. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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PED-117 Weight Training I (CAA) This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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PED-119 Circuit Training (CAA) This course covers the skills necessary to participate in a developmental fitness program. Emphasis is placed on the circuit training method which involves a series of conditioning timed stations arranged for maximum benefit and variety. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate the role of circuit training as a means to develop fitness. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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PED-121 Walk, Jog, Run (CAA) This course covers the basic concepts involved in safely and effectively improving cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis is placed on walking, jogging, or running as a means of achieving fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate the benefits derived from these activities. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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PED-137 Badminton (CAA) This course covers the fundamentals of badminton. Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, clears, drops, drives, smashes, and the rules and strategies of singles and doubles. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these skills in playing situations. Semester Offered: Spring
Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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PED-142 Lifetime Sports (CAA) This course is designed to give an overview of a variety of sports activities. Emphasis is placed on the skills and rules necessary to participate in a variety of lifetime sports. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an awareness of the importance of participating in lifetime sports activities. Semester Offered: Spring
Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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PED-157 Pickleball (CAA) This course covers the fundamentals of pickleball. Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, ground strokes (drives, drops, dinks, punches, and lobs), overhead strokes (smashes and slams), and the rules and strategies of singles and doubles play. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these skills in pickleball playing situations Semester Offered: Spring
Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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PED-170 Backpacking (CAA) This course covers the proper techniques for establishing a campsite, navigating in the wilderness, and planning for an overnight trip. Topics include planning for meals, proper use of maps and compass, and packing and dressing for extended periods in the outdoors. Upon completion, students should be able to identify quality backpacking equipment, identify the principles of no-trace camping, and successfully complete a backpacking experience. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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Physics |
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PHY-110 Conceptual Physics (CAA) This course provides a conceptually-based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of matter and the universe. Upon completion, students should be able to describe examples and applications of the principles studied. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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PHY-110A Conceptual Physics Lab (CAA) This course is a laboratory for PHY 110 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in PHY 110 . Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in PHY 110 . Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
Requisites:
Take PHY 110 (Required, concurrent).
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PHY-121 Applied Physics I This algebra-based course introduces fundamental physical concepts as applied to industrial and service technology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analyses, vectors, motion, forces, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles studied as applied in industrial and service fields. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
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PHY-151 College Physics I (CAA) This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
Requisites:
Take MAT 171 or MAT 271 (Required, Previous).
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PHY-152 College Physics II (CAA) This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
Requisites:
Take PHY 151 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous).
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PHY-251 General Physics I (CAA) This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
Requisites:
Take MAT 271 (Required, Previous). | Take MAT 272 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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PHY-252 General Physics II (CAA) This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
Requisites:
Take All: MAT 272 and PHY 251 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous).
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Political Science |
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POL-120 American Government (CAA) This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American government. Topics include the constitutional framework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and liberties, political participation and behavior, and policy process. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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Pre-Curriculum English/Reading |
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BSP-4002 Transition English This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational English content in specific areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in college-level English. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level English courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge.
Class Hours: 144 Contact Hours/Term
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ENG-002 Transition English This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational English content in specific areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in college-level English. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level English courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. Semester Offered: All
Lab Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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Pre-Curriculum Mathematics |
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BSP-4003 Transition Math This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content in specific math areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in mathematics. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level math courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge.
Class Hours: 144 Contact Hours/Term
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MAT-003 Transition Math This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational math content in specific math areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in mathematics. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level math courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge. Semester Offered: All
Lab Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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Psychology |
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PSY-150 General Psychology (CAA) This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. Semester Offered: All
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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PSY-241 Developmental Psychology (CAA) This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span. Semester Offered: All
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take PSY 150 (Required, Previous).
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PSY-281 Abnormal Psychology (CAA) This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demonstrate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic techniques. Semester Offered: Summer
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take PSY 150 ; (Required, Previous);
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Religion |
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REL-110 World Religions (CAA) This course introduces the world’s major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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Sociology |
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SOC-210 Introduction to Sociology (CAA) This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies. Semester Offered: All
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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SOC-213 Sociology of the Family (CAA) This course covers the institution of the family and other intimate relationships. Emphasis is placed on mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict, parenthood, diverse lifestyles, divorce and remarriage, and economic issues. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze the family as a social institution and the social forces which influence its development and change. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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SOC-220 Social Problems (CAA) This course provides an in-depth study of current social problems. Emphasis is placed on causes, consequences, and possible solutions to problems associated with families, schools, workplaces, communities, and the environment. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, define, analyze, and propose solutions to these problems. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take one ENG 002 , BSP 4002 , or ENG 111 ; (Required, Previous);
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SOC-225 Social Diversity (CAA) This course provides a comparison of diverse roles, interests, opportunities, contributions, and experiences in social life. Topics include race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class, and religion. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze how cultural and ethnic differences evolve and how they affect personality development, values, and tolerance.
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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Spanish |
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SPA-111 Elementary Spanish I (CAA) This course introduces the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate cultural awareness. Semester Offered: All
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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SPA-112 Elementary Spanish II (CAA) This course is a continuation of SPA 111 focusing on the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate further cultural awareness. Semester Offered: All
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take SPA 111 (Required, Previous).
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SPA-211 Intermediate Spanish I (CAA) This course provides a review and expansion of the essential skills of the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future. Semester Offered: Fall
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take SPA 112 (Required, Previous).
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SPA-212 Intermediate Spanish II (CAA) This course provides a continuation of SPA 211 . Emphasis is placed on the continuing study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate spontaneously and accurately with increasing complexity and sophistication. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take SPA 211 (Required, Previous).
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Student Success |
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ACA-115 Success & Study Skills This course provides an orientation to the campus resources and academic skills necessary to achieve educational objectives. Emphasis is placed on an exploration of facilities and services, study skills, library skills, self-assessment, wellness, goal-setting, and critical thinking. Upon completion, students should be able to manage their learning experiences to successfully meet educational goals Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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ACA-122 College Transfer Success (CAA) This course provides information and strategies necessary to develop clear academic and professional goals beyond the community college experience. Topics include the CAA, college policies and culture, career exploration, gathering information on senior institutions, strategic planning, critical thinking, and communications skills for a successful academic transition. Upon completion, students should be able to develop an academic plan to transition successfully to senior institutions. Semester Offered: All
Lab Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
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Substance Abuse |
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SAB-110 Substance Abuse Overview This course provides an overview of the core concepts in substance abuse and dependence. Topics include the history of drug use/abuse, effects on societal members, treatment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the etiology of drug abuse, addiction, prevention, and treatment. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
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SAB-130 Addictive Behaviors This course surveys and investigates addiction patterns and various methods of treatment. Emphasis is placed on sociocultural, psychological, and physiological theories of substance abuse and treatment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of theories of substance abuse and treatment. Semester Offered: Spring
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take SAB 110 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent);
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SAB-135 Addictive Process This course explores the physical, emotional, psychological, and cultural aspects of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on addictions to food, sex, alcohol, drugs, work, gambling, and relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the effects, prevention strategies, and treatment methods associated with addictive disorders. Semester Offered: Summer
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take SAB 110 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous);
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SAB-137 Co-Dependency This course introduces the adult child concept and co-dependency as syndromes of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on treatment and recovery within the context of a paradigm shift which allows the individual to choose a healthy model of life. Upon completion, students should be able to assess levels of co-dependency and associated levels of physical and mental health and develop strategies to enhance health. Semester Offered: Summer
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
- Take SAB 110 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous);
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Surgery |
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SUR-110 Intro to Surgical Technology This course provides a comprehensive study of peri-operative care, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the profession of surgical technology. Topics include: introductory concepts, organizational structure and relationships, legal, ethical and moral issues, medical terminology, pharmacology, anesthesia, wound healing management concepts, and the technological sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology. Semester Offered: Fall, Odd Years Only
Class Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 111 (Required, Previous or concurrent). | Take BIO 163 or BIO 169 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-111 Periop Patient Care This course provides the surgical technology student the theoretical knowledge required to function in the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative role. Topics include asepsis, disinfection and sterilization, physical environment, instrumentation, equipment, peri-operative patient care, and peri-operative case management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles and practice of the peri-operative team member to the operative environment. Semester Offered: Fall, Odd Years Only
Class Hours: 5.00 Lab Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 7.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 110 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-122 Surgical Procedures I This course provides an introduction to selected basic and intermediate surgical specialties that students are exposed to the first clinical rotation. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment. Semester Offered: Spring, Even Years Only
Class Hours: 5.00 Lab Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 6.00
Requisites:
Take All: SUR 110 and SUR 111 (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 110 SUR 111 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 123 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-123 Sur Clinical Practice I This course provides clinical experience with a variety of perioperative assignments to build upon skills learned in SUR 111 . Emphasis is placed on the scrub and circulating roles of the surgical technologist including aseptic technique and basic case preparation for selected surgical procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare, assist with, and dismantle basic surgical cases in both the scrub and circulating roles. Semester Offered: Spring, Even Years Only
Clinical Hours: 21.00
Credit Hours: 7.00
Requisites:
Take All: SUR 110 and SUR 111 (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 122 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-134 Surgical Procedures II This course provides a comprehensive study of intermediate and advanced surgical specialties that students are exposed to in the second clinical rotation. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment. Semester Offered: Summer, Even Years Only
Class Hours: 5.00
Credit Hours: 5.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 123 (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 122 SUR 123 3; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 135 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-135 SUR Clinical Practice II This course provides clinical experience with a variety of perioperative assignments to build skills required for complex perioperative patient care. Emphasis is placed on greater technical skills, critical thinking, speed, efficiency, and autonomy in the operative setting. Upon completion, students should be able to function in the role of an entry-level surgical technologist. Semester Offered: Summer, Even Years Only
Clinical Hours: 12.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 123 (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 134 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-137 Professional Success Preparation This course provides employability skills and an overview of theoretical knowledge in preparation for certification. Topics include test-taking strategies, resume preparation, interviewing strategies, communication skills, and teamwork concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare a resume, demonstrate appropriate interview techniques, and identify strengths and weaknesses in preparation for certification. Semester Offered: Spring, Odd Years Only
Class Hours: 1.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 210 SUR 211 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 212 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-210 Advanced Sur Clinical Practice This course is designed to provide individualized experience in advanced practice, education, circulating, and managerial skills. Emphasis is placed on developing and demonstrating proficiency in skills necessary for advanced practice. Upon completion, students should be able to assume leadership roles in a chosen specialty area. Semester Offered: Fall, Even Years Only
Clinical Hours: 6.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 134 SUR 135 ; Minimum grade C; (Required, Previous). | Take SUR 211 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-211 Advanced Theoretical Concepts This course covers theoretical knowledge required for extension of the surgical technologist role. Emphasis is placed on advanced practice in complex surgical specialties, educational methodologies, and managerial skills. Upon completion, students should be able to assume leadership roles in a chosen specialty area. Semester Offered: Fall, Even Years Only
Class Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 210 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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SUR-212 Surgical Clinical Supplement This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering the continuity of care in the peri-operative assignment. Emphasis is placed on maintaining and enhancing acquired clinical skills in the peri-operative setting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate mastery of surgical techniques in the role of the entry level surgical technologist. Semester Offered: Spring, Odd Years Only
Clinical Hours: 12.00
Credit Hours: 4.00
Requisites:
Take SUR 137 ; (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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