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2014-2015 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Physical Therapist Assistant
  

  • PHT 1124L - Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies PHT 1124C .


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  • PHT 1211C - Disabilities and Physical Therapy Procedures I

    (6 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Six hours class, nine hours laboratory per week for 11 weeks. Prerequisites: PHT 1007C , PHT 1124C  and BSC 2086C  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Corequisites: PHT 1800L  and PHT 2337C . The didactic portion of this course emphasizes rehabilitation of orthopedic diagnoses, disabilities and surgeries. Specific principles which guide the use of therapeutic modalities, such as heat, cold, sound, therapeutic electrical stimulation and traction are discussed and practiced in the laboratory. Students will study various types and models of equipment and the rationale for their use. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHT 1211L - Disabilities and Physical Therapy Procedures I Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies PHT 1211C .


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  • PHT 1800L - Clinical Experience I

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Forty hours of clinical experience per week for four weeks.

    Corequisites: PHT 1211C  and PHT 2337C . This course introduces the student to beginning professional practice in the clinical setting. Application of skills in selected situations is the emphasis of this course.


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  • PHT 2321C - Disabilities and Physical Therapy Procedures III

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Six hours class, eight hours of laboratory per week for 10 weeks. Prerequisites: PHT 1211C , PHT 1800L  and PHT 2337C  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Corequisites: PHT 2810L . In this course, students study adult and pediatric neurological development, disease, disabilities and interventions. Application of rehabilitation techniques and assessment related to neurological conditions is the emphasis of this course. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHT 2321L - Disabilities and Physical Therapy Procedures III Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies PHT 2321C .


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  • PHT 2337C - Disabilities and Physical Therapy Procedures II

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Six hours class, five hours laboratory per week for 11 weeks. Prerequisites:   and    with a grade of “C” or better.

    Corequisites: PHT 1211C  and  . This course focuses on rehabilitation of cardiovascular disease diagnoses, disabilities and related surgical procedures. Principles of chest physical therapy, general conditioning, malignancies and women’s health are introduced as well as treatments and training of individuals with amputations. Laboratory activities also include burn and wound care and the related use of therapeutic modalities for these conditions. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHT 2337L - Disabilities and Physical Therapy Procedures II Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This is a mandatory laboratory that accompanies PHT 2337C .


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  • PHT 2810L - Clinical Experience II

    (6 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Thirty-two to 40 hours of clinical experience per week with four hours of class on alternate weeks for six weeks.

    Corequisites: PHT 2321C . This clinical practical encourages the student to further develop patient assessment and treatment skills. The student applies knowledge from classroom and laboratory activities to clinical practice. Case study presentations and discussions enhance the application process.


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  • PHT 2820L - Clinical Experience III

    (8 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Thirty-two to 40 hours of clinical experience per week with four hours of class on alternate weeks for seven weeks.

    Corequisites: PHT 2931 . The final clinical affiliation is a comprehensive experience which prepares the student to function as a competent physical therapist assistant. The focus is on patient care, time management and the application of knowledge. Professional presentation skills are practiced.


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  • PHT 2930 - Special Topics, Physical Therapy

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals and groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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  • PHT 2931 - Trends in Physical Therapy

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Six hour class per week for eight weeks. Prerequisites: PHT 2321C  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Corequisites: PHT 2820L . This course includes exploration of legal, ethical, and business issues related to the practice of physical therapy; current issues and trends in health care delivery; licensure, continuing education, career development and concepts of professionalism. A collaborative community service project will be included in this course. Additional special fees are required.


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Physics
  

  • PHY 2048C - General Physics I with Calculus

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: completion of MAC 2311  with a grade of “C” of better.

    This course meets Area V of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This course is a comprehensive study of fundamental concepts of natural laws, especially as they apply to mechanics and heat. This course is designed for preengineering and science majors. Students already with credit for PHY 2048C cannot subsequently get credit for PHY 2053C .


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  • PHY 2048L - General Physics I with Calculus Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Companion laboratory to PHY 2048C . Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHY 2049C - General Physics II with Calculus

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Completion of PHY 2048C  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area V of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This course is a comprehensive study of fundamental concepts of natural laws especially as they apply to sound, optics, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. This course is designed for pre-engineering and science majors. Students already with credit for PHY 2049C cannot subsequently get credit for PHY 2053C .


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  • PHY 2049L - General Physics II with Calculus Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Companion laboratory to PHY 2049C . Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHY 2053C - General Physics I

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Completion of MAC 1140  and MAC 1114 , or MAC 2147 , or MTB 1321  and MAC 1105 , with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area V of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This course is a comprehensive noncalculus study of fundamental concepts of natural laws, especially as they apply to mechanics, heat and sound. Students already with credit for PHY 2048C  or PHY 2049C  cannot subsequently get credit for PHY 2053C.


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  • PHY 2053L - General Physics I Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Companion laboratory to PHY 2053C . Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHY 2054C - General Physics II

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: completion of PHY 2053C  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course is a comprehensive noncalculus study of fundamental concepts of natural laws, especially as they apply to optics, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. Students already with credit for PHY 2049C  cannot subsequently get credit for PHY 2054C.


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  • PHY 2054L - General Physics II Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Companion laboratory to PHY 2054C . Additional special fees are required.


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  • PHY 2930 - Special Topics: Physics

    (1-4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regularly described courses may not be available.


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Paralegal / Legal Assistant / Administration
  

  • PLA 1003 - Introduction to Legal Systems

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Course is prerequisite for entering the Legal Assisting Program. It provides a broad study of the relationships in a law office. The structure of the American legal system, including constitutional underpinnings, is covered. Legal ethics and basic issues common to all areas of law, such as court jurisdiction, conflicts of laws and remedies are taught.


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  • PLA 1104 - Legal Research and Writing I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101 . Recommended pre- or co-requisite:PLA 1003 .

    Corequisites: This course is required of all paralegal/legal assisting program majors and must be taken concurrently with  . This class meets the Gordon Rule requirement.  This course is intended to stress (to the paraprofessional) the importance of a thorough knowledge of legal terminology and the purposes of legal research and writing. Legal analysis techniques, research skills and good writing techniques are the focus of the course.


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  • PLA 1610 - Real Property Law/Transactions

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course offers the basic principles of real property practices in law offices. It prepares the legal assistant trainee to fully understand the techniques and procedures encountered and utilized by law firms and practicing attorneys in various forms of real property conveyancing. This course includes exploration of legal, ethical, and business issues related to the practice of physical therapy; current issues and trends in health care delivery; licensure, continuing education, career development and concepts of professionalism. A collaborative community service project will be included in this course.


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  • PLA 1730 - Computer Assisted Legal Research

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.S.)


    Corequisites: This course is required of all Paralegal/Legal Assisting Program majors and must be taken concurrently with   or permission from instructor to waive co-requisite. This course is designed to familiarize the student with computerized legal research databases and enhance their legal research skills. Students will be able to locate and update legal authority using electronic (online) databases and sources, and to properly cite their resources in a memorandum of law.


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  • PLA 1949 - Career Decision Work Experience in Legal Assisting

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1003  and/or permission of instructor or program manager.

    Corequisites: Four, eight or 12 hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected depending on the credit hour requirements. This work-study course reinforces education and professional growth in a student’s academic major through coordinated field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and work assignments. With program manager’s approval and based upon degree requirements, degree-seeking students who are making progress in their degree program may repeat this course for a maximum total of three credits.


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  • PLA 2001 - General Law

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course emphasizes the law of contracts and forms relating to the law of sales and credit transactions, discussion of various instruments and the study of the Uniform Commercial Code. The course also emphasizes the basic principle of the Law of Torts.


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  • PLA 2114 - Legal Research and Writing II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1104 . Recommended PLA 1003  and PLA 2001 .

    This course meets the Gordon Rule requirement. This course focuses on an advanced review of legal researching finding techniques and legal writing skills. Students will perform research and write legal memoranda, pleadings and legal briefs.


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  • PLA 2203 - Civil Litigation I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites/corequisites: Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: PLA 1003 . This course emphasizes the civil court system and litigation procedures in the state of Florida and the federal courts, and will prepare the legal assistant to assist an attorney with civil trial duties up to the appeal level. All basic aspects of civil litigation are studied, including preliminary office procedures and drafting of all pleadings including interrogatories. Students will gain an understanding of substantive civil law and how to use the Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.


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  • PLA 2223 - Civil Litigation II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 2203  with a grade of “C” or better or permission of the instructor.

    This course builds upon PLA 2203  and will prepare the legal assistant to assist the attorney in civil trial practice through the appeals process. It includes drafting settlement proposals and a trial brief, abstracting depositions and the use of the Florida and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. Students will have a mock trial and many activities and assignments will be based on the situations that arise from the preparation and trial process.


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  • PLA 2303 - Criminal Law and Procedures

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Recommended prerequisite PLA 1003 .

    This course teaches about offenses against persons, property and habitation, statutory provisions, defenses, parties to the crime and jurisdiction, and all aspects of criminal procedures from probable cause and arrest to all hearings, discovery, trial and habeas corpus.


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  • PLA 2433 - Corporations and Business Organizations

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course offers instructions in all phases and aspects of corporate law and practice, stressing procedures in corporations and organizations; dissolution, merger, rights, liabilities, duties and obligation of stockholders, directors and officers; amendments of Articles of Incorporation; a study of partnerships; and business organizations.


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  • PLA 2600 - Wills, Trusts and Probate Administration

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to offer the legal assistant trainee a general understanding of the techniques and procedures involved in preparation of wills and trusts, estate planning, income, gift and inheritance taxes, probating of estates and estate accounting.


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  • PLA 2612 - Real Estate II: From Contract to Closing

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1610 .

    This course provides the student with hands-on experience in closing a variety of real estate transactions, from the simple residential sale to the complex commercial transaction. Students learn not only legal theory, but also the practical, “nuts and bolts” involved in taking a transaction from contract to closing. Students learn how to carry out advance negotiations and closings, based on current local and federal requirements. Students perform title searches and prepare title commitments, title policies and all necessary closing documents.


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  • PLA 2732 - Law Office Computer Applications

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: M.O.S. Certification in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, or   with a grade of “C” or better and permission of instructor.

     

    This course introduces the student to the law office technology work environment and contains instruction and practice on computer programs common to law offices. Applications include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, document preparation and billing software. The student learns how to create, edit and merge legal specific documents using Microsoft Word.  The student also learns how to use spreadsheets, billing software, courtroom presentation software and calendaring software, as well as other specialized legal software for law offices. 


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  • PLA 2763 - Law Office Management

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: PLA 1003 .

    This course instructs students in the communications skills needed and processes followed in law offices. It reviews legal ethics and how they relate to office functions. Topics include financial management, records and physical facilities of small businesses, particularly law offices, and common business communications involving telephone, correspondence and e-mail usage. Students learn the complexities of obtaining jobs; develop personal and professionally written resumes and cover letters; know and practice the skills of interviewing; and apply the skills of salary negotiations.


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  • PLA 2800 - Introduction to Family Law

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites/corequisites: Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: PLA 1003 . This course is designed to familiarize the student with the fundamental principles and rules relating to family law. It involves a study of marriage relationships, legal problems affecting minor children, dissolution of marriage, custody, adoption, support provisions, separation agreements, property disposition and foreign divorces.


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  • PLA 2930 - Special Topics: Legal Assistant/Paralegal

    (1 to 3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


     

    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regularly described courses may not be available.


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  • PLA 2949 - Internship in Paralegal/Legal Assisting

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Fifteen hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected. Prerequisites:  , ,  ,  ,  ,  , and/or permission of instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course is designed to continue training in a student’s academic major through field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and technical project. This course should be taken during the last semester of the student’s selected program.


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  • PLA 2950 - Certified Paralegal Examination Review

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    This course is designed to bring students up to date on all phases of knowledge required to take the NALA Certified Paralegal/Legal Assistant Examination. Emphasis is on all current areas tested. The course is upgraded regularly and taught to prepare students for the CP/CLA exam. The course is open to all persons needing preparation in this field and to those interested in getting a general overview knowledge of the various disciplines in law. Mock exams will prepare students for taking the online certification exam.


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Political Science
  

  • POS 1041 - American Government

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area III for the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This course focuses on the structure and operation of our national government emphasizing the relationships that exist under a federal system of government and within the national administration.


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  • POS 2930 - Special Topics: Political Science

    (1-3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regularly described courses may not be available.


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Physical Sciences
  

  • PSC 1121C - Physical Science

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Four hours lecture/laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MAT 0024  or equivalent.

    This course meets Area V of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This is a one semester course presenting selected topics from all branches of physics. This course is intended primarily for non science majors to help them understand the physical world in which they live. Additional special fees are required.


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  • PSC 2930 - Special Topics in Physical Science

    (1 to 4 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regularly described courses in physical science may not be available.


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Psychology
  

  • PSY 2012 - General Psychology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area III of A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This course is an introduction to the scientific study of human behavior with emphasis on the processes of thinking and learning as the basis for individual adjustment to the physical and social environment. It is a basic foundation course in psychology for transfer students.


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  • PSY 2930 - Special Topics: Psychology

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: PSY 2012  with a grade of “C” or better and permission of instructor.

    This course provides selected topics in psychology to meet the requirements and interests of individuals or groups, i.e. teachers, administrators, managers, social workers and government employees.


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Quantitative Methods in Business
  

  • QMB 1001 - Business Mathematics

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: MAT 0012  or equivalent.

    This course provides an application of mathematics to routine business activities requiring computation such as discounts, mark-ups, interest, installment payments and depreciation schedules.


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Reading
  

  • REA 0007 - Basic Reading Skills I Developmental

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (D)


    Four hours lecture and participation per week.

    This course is designed to develop skills in word recognition, vocabulary and literal and critical comprehension. After successful completion, the student will enroll in REA 0017 . Placement for the next level of reading is determined by test scores.


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  • REA 0017 - Basic Reading Skills II Developmental

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (D)


    Four hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: successful completion of REA 0001, or REA 0007  or appropriate score on placement instruments.

    This course is designed to develop skills in vocabulary, comprehension and reading rate.


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  • REA 0019 - Modularized Developmental Reading

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (D)


    Four hours per week.

    This course is designed to develop basic reading skills necessary for success in college-level courses. Topics include main idea, supporting, details, the purpose and tone of the author, fact and opinion, organizational patterns, relationships, vocabulary in context, inference and conclusions, reasoning and argument. Credit is not applicable toward A. A. or A.S. degrees. REA 0019 cannot be repeated. However, students who do not earn a grade of “A.”, “B.”, or “C.” will be allowed to register in   .


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  • REA 0019A - Modularized Developmental Reading-A

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (D)


    Four hours per week. Prerequisites:   and approval of department chair.

    This course is designed to develop basic reading skills necessary for success in college-level courses. Topics include main idea, supporting, details, the purpose and tone of the author, fact and opinion, organizational patterns, relationships, vocabulary in context, inference and conclusions, reasoning and argument. Credit is not applicable toward A. A. or A.S. degrees. REA 0019A cannot be repeated. However, students who do not earn a grade of “A.”, “B.”, or “C.” will be allowed to register in   .


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  • REA 0019B - Modularized Developmental Reading-B

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (D)


    Four hours per week. Prerequisites:   and approval of department chair.

    This course is designed to develop basic reading skills necessary for success in college-level courses. Topics include main idea, supporting, details, the purpose and tone of the author, fact and opinion, organizational patterns, relationships, vocabulary in context, inference and conclusions, reasoning and argument. REA 0019B cannot be repeated.


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  • REA 1105 - Critical Reading Techniques

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: successful completion of REA 0002  or   with a grade of “C” or higher or appropriate score on reading placement test.

    This course is designed to develop efficient reading skills for purposeful application. Emphasis is on development of vocabulary, comprehension, reading techniques, critical analysis and written response to various types of reading materials. Instruction is presented through a lecture-participation approach.


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Religion
  

  • REL 2121 - Religion in America

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: ENC 1101  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course meets Area IV of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements, Gordon Rule requirement and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. The purpose of this course is to examine the scope and nature of religious institutions in America. Special attention is given to religious pluralism in the American context, and religious diversity as the legacy of immigration to the United States and adaptation to the new environment. The course also deals with the ways in which international/intercultural religious movements, institutions and activities interact with American culture.


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  • REL 2210 - Introduction to the Academic Study of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours lecture per week.

    This course meets part of the International/Intercultural requirement. The course is an introduction to the academic study of the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament. Each of the three major Western religions (Judaism, Christianity and Islam) traces its origin and development back to this fundamental document of Western Civilization. The course examines the religious life and thought of ancient Israel within the context of its historical, political, social, economic, and cultural setting. A wide range of methodologies will be used that come under the category of historical and literary criticism, enabling the student to understand and analyze the meaning of the document in its original context as well as in the contemporary one.


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  • REL 2240 - Introduction to the New Testament

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    A study of the historical background of the New Testament world, the life and teachings of Jesus, the growth of the Christian movement and the emergence of early Christian literature. Attention is given to problems of date and authorship of individual writings.


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  • REL 2300 - Introduction to World Religions

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area IV of the A.A../A.S. general education requirements and part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course is a survey of the world’s major religious traditions, with attention given to religious thought and practice and the historical development of each tradition’s religious literature. It explores the nature of religion and the relation of religion and culture.


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  • REL 2930 - Special Topics: Religion

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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Radiologic Technology
  

  • RTE 1001 - Medical Terminology for Radiographers

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Radiography Program.

    This course is an introduction to the language of medicine with emphasis on its use in radiologic technology. Students survey and become proficient in the use of medical and anatomical terminology including definitions, word construction and analysis of disease, operative procedure, diagnostic and treatment terms, and abbreviations as reflected in medical documentation. (Summer C)


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  • RTE 1002 - Introduction to Radiologic Technology

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Radiography Program.

    This course is divided into two sections. The first portion of the course consists of a nursing assistant program based on the state CNA curriculum. This nursing assistant component consists of didactic, lab and clinical experience in a nursing facility. The second portion of this course focuses on radiology: history, equipment, role in medicine and medical language. Radiographic accessories (image receptors, beam-limiting devices, grids, etc.) are examined, as well as ethics of the profession and patient care. Additional topics include pharmacology, medical law and an introduction to the clinical environment. Additional special fees are required. (Summer C)


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  • RTE 1308 - Radiation Protection and Safety

    (2 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours per week for 12 weeks. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Radiography Program.

    This course examines how radiation interacts with matter. The effects of radiation on cellular biology are studied. The course also focuses on proper utilization of protective devices to maintain safe exposure levels to patients and to others. (Summer C)


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  • RTE 1418 - Radiographic Exposures I

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Five hours per week. Prerequisites: RTE 1002  and RTE 1308 .

    This course focuses on the principles of x-ray production, radiographic exposures including prime factors of radiographic quality and their effects on each other and the radiograph, as well as the equipment and circuitry needed to produce these effects. Additional special fees are required.


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  • RTE 1458 - Radiographic Exposures II

    (5 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Five hours per week. Prerequisites: RTE 1418 .

    This is a continuation of RTE 1418  with further investigation of image formation using fluoroscopy, mobile radiography, tomography and advanced computerized imaging modalities. This course also includes a detailed quality assurance segment where the student will perform quality control testing on radiographic equipment and present the information during an in-class group presentation. In addition, an in-class presentation of a journal article on an imaging modality will be required. Additional special fees are required.


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  • RTE 1503C - Radiographic Procedures I

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: RTE 1002  and RTE 1308 .

    This is the first of four courses dealing with the anatomy and positioning of the human body. It is designed to cover basic radiographic principles, chest, abdomen, upper and lower extremities. Students work with phantoms and two fully energized laboratories to enhance their comprehension. Simulations of various radiographic procedures are conducted.


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  • RTE 1503L - Radiology Procedures I Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Laboratory to accompany RTE 1503C .


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  • RTE 1513C - Radiographic Procedures II

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: RTE 1503C  and  .

    This is a continuation of RTE 1503C  with emphasis on the routine positioning of the pelvis and hip, and abdominal procedures such as upper and lower gastrointestinal tracts, spine studies, skull and facial bone areas, bony thorax and urinary system. Students work with phantoms and a fully energized laboratory to enhance their understanding. Simulations of various radiographic procedures also are conducted. Additional special fees are required.


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  • RTE 1513L - Radiology Procedures II Laboratory

    (0 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Laboratory to accompany RTE 1513C .


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  • RTE 1804L - Practicum I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Sixteen hours per week.

    Corequisites: RTE 1503C . This course provides practical application of the theory and principles presented in the classroom. Students attend one of the program’s clinical affiliates and work under the supervision of a registered radiographer while performing radiographic procedures. Additional special fees are required.


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  • RTE 1814L - Practicum II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Sixteen hours per week.

    Corequisites: RTE 1513C . This is a continuation of RTE 1804L  with emphasis on practical application of positions learned in Radiographic Procedures I and II. Students attend one of the program’s clinical affiliates and work under the supervision of a registered radiographer while performing radiographic procedures. Additional special fees are required.


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  • RTE 1824C - Practicum III

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Two and a half hours lecture per week for six weeks and 20 hours of lab for 12 weeks. Prerequisites: RTE 1814L .

    This course consists of lecture and clinical experiences. The lecture component focuses on radiography of the spine. Simulations and assessments are conducted. Students attend one of the program’s clinical affiliates and work under the supervision of a registered radiographer while performing radiographic procedures. Additional special fees are required. (Summer C)


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  • RTE 2061 - Radiologic Review

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.S.)


    Corequisites: RTE 2563  or registry eligible. The course provides a general review of content studied during the course of the program. The course incorporates the use of discussion, review tests and mock registry exams to help students prepare for the ARRT exam.


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  • RTE 2523C - Radiographic Procedures III

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: RTE 1513C .

    This course concentrates on arthrography, myelography, trauma radiography and special radiographic projections. The course is divided into two major sections. The first section is designed to help the student become confident and competent in performing radiographic procedures during trauma situations. Modifications of routine projections, technical considerations, and patient care during trauma situations are discussed. The second section of this course covers special radiographic projections that can be utilized when routine projections do not demonstrate desired anatomy. Students complete case studies and share with the class highlights of their clinical experience through an oral presentation.


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  • RTE 2563 - Radiographic Procedures IV

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: RTE 2523C .

    This course concentrates on radiographic pathology, special radiographic procedures and other imaging modalities of the radiological sciences. The course is divided into two major sections. The first section covers radiography of miscellaneous radiographic procedures, and provides an introduction to disease processes and the associated radiographic pathology. The second section of this course provides students with information about special radiographic procedures. Students are introduced to the basics of other imaging modalities that are used to diagnose and treat medical illnesses. Students complete case studies, a research project and an oral presentation.


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  • RTE 2762 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: RTE 2523C  or current radiography license.

    Anatomical cross-sections of the human body are examined utilizing digital imaging of both MR and CT. Course study concentrates on structures composing the brain, chest, abdomen and pelvis. Appendicular girdles, muscles and osteology are investigated. Structures depicted in the cross-sections are labeled. Students practice and assess identification skills through detailed review exercises. Students explore the physiological processes of human anatomy. In addition to the analysis of normal anatomy, each unit is supplemented with common diagnostic exams and etiologies.


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  • RTE 2834L - Practicum IV

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Twenty-four hours per week. Prerequisites: RTE 1824C .

    Corequisites: RTE 2523C . Special emphasis is placed on advanced positioning skills. Students attend one of the program’s affiliates for a designated period of time and work under the appropriate supervision of a registered radiographer while performing radiographic procedures. Additional special fees are required.


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  • RTE 2844L - Practicum V

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Twenty-four hours per week. Prerequisites: RTE 2834L .

    Corequisites: RTE 2563 . This course is a continuation of RTE 2834L  with emphasis placed on advanced radiographic procedures. Students are encouraged to spend time in areas such as ultrasound, nuclear medicine and vascular imaging to gain insight into these postgraduate areas. Students attend one of the program’s affiliates and work under the direct supervision of a registered radiographer while performing radiographic procedures.


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  • RTE 2931 - Radiographic Image Analysis

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.S.)


    One hour per week. Prerequisites: RTE 1513C  and RTE 1418 .

    This course is designed to assess students’ ability to critique/assess radiographic images for proper patient positioning, exposure factors, anatomy, artifacts and evidence of radiation protection. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are necessary in determining causes of technical problems and identifying corrective actions.


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Radio-Television
  

  • RTV 1241 - Basic Television Production

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This three-hour credit course is a television studio workshop, introducing students to the creative and technical processes involved in broadcast production. Students participate in a working television studio, creating a variety of video projects designed to challenge the beginning producer. Students work to complete television commercials, talk shows, demonstrations, short dramas and news programming.


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  • RTV 1242 - Advanced Television Production

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: RTV 1241 .

    This three-hour credit course is a television studio workshop, providing students with advanced study in the field of television studio production. Students participate in a working television studio, focusing their efforts on advanced individual projects, as well as extended group assignments. Emphasis is placed on the creating of broadcast-length productions suitable for distribution on television.


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  • RTV 2000 - Introduction to Broadcasting

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week in lecture, laboratory and production activities.

    This course is a basic overview of electronic media. Students gain insight on the development of radio and television as industry and art form, assess the impact of historical and contemporary trends, and apply understanding of fundamental production techniques.


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  • RTV 2100 - Writing for Television

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This three-hour credit course is an introduction to the mechanics of writing for television. From idea through revised draft, students learn the process of developing scripts for television. The structural demands of commercial television and cable are explored. The student will have a grounding in the historical development of marketable TV genres. The selling and buying of a script is analyzed, as well as strategies for creating a teleplay by oneself or with a staff of writers.


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Student Life Skills (Learning)
  

  • SLS 1106 - First Year Experience

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.A.)


    This course assists students in mapping essential resources necessary for college success. The focus of this course is to promote academic success and persistence, active collaboration with college personnel, effective educational planning, and student engagement in college life.


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  • SLS 1300 - Career Planning

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.A.)


    This course assists students in identifying aptitudes, interests, and values as related to career decision making. Employment and future trends in careers will be explored.


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  • SLS 1301 - Career Explorations: A Personal Journey Into Finding Your Career

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course, which includes a career-testing component, is designed to help individuals gain the personal skills and knowledge required to make realistic academic and career decisions. Areas of emphasis include self-knowledge, interest and personality. Assessment techniques are discussed. Recommended for undecided and re-entry students as well as psychology, counseling, education and social work majors. Additional special fees are required.


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  • SLS 1350 - Job Marketing Skills

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.S.)


    This is an excellent elective for persons seeking fulltime employment upon graduation. Students will understand the complexities of obtaining jobs, develop personal and professionally written resumes, know and practice the skills of interviewing, complete application forms and compose cover letters, apply the skills of salary negotiations and understand the opportunities and intricacies of entrepreneurship. National and local forecasts of career growth in the student’s areas of interest will be reviewed.


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  • SLS 1501 - Study Skills for Academic Success

    (1 Credit Hour)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to develop academic study skills, including strategies for time management, note-taking, test-taking, coping with test anxiety, and reading, writing, and discussion.


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  • SLS 1949 - Work Experience in Peer Classroom/Laboratory Tutoring & Study Coaching

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Four, eight, or 12 hours of volunteer or work experience a week are expected depending on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: At least one social science course and permission of the instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course reinforces education and professional growth in a student’s academic major through coordinated field experiences. The student, instructor and worksite supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and work assignments. With program manager’s approval and based upon degree requirements, degree-seeking students who are making progress in their degree program may repeat this course for a maximum total of three credits.


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  • SLS 2263 - Leadership Fundamentals

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week.

    This course is designed to look at leadership as an inside-out, relational phenomenon, from individual development to group dynamics and eventually to complex organizations. A broad range of leadership topics including self-development and understanding group behavior, organizational design, ethics and teamwork are covered. Concepts of leadership are introduced and the potential of individual students to develop effective leadership skills is examined.


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  • SLS 2930 - Special Topics: Student Life Skills

    (1 to 4 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals or groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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  • SLS 2949 - Internship in Peer Classroom/Laboratory Tutoring & Study Coaching

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Four, eight, or 12 hours of volunteer or work experience per week are expected depending on the credit hour requirements. Prerequisites: At least one social science course and permission of the instructor or program manager.

    This work-study course is designed to continue training in a student’s academic major through field experiences. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor work together to determine specific learning objectives for each student. The student is then evaluated based on documentation of satisfactory completion of the learning objectives and technical project. With program manager’s approval and based upon degree requirements, degree-seeking students who are making progress in their degree program may repeat this course for a maximum total of three credits.


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Speech Communication
  

  • SPC 1300 - Interpersonal Communication

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Utilizing a blend of the theoretical and experiential, this course concentrates on helping students develop effective human interaction and relationship skills. Topics include self-concept and self-esteem, effective listening, body language and nonverbal messages, problem solving and conflict resolution.


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  • SPC 1608 - Fundamentals of Speech Communication

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: Completion of ENC 1101  with a grade “C” or better.

    This course meets Area I of the A.A. general education requirements. This course presents oral communication through speaking and listening. Basic research techniques, the fundamentals of organization of speech materials, the reasoning processes, as well as principles of effective delivery of original speech to class audiences are emphasized.


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Spanish Language
  

  • SPN 1120 - Elementary Spanish I

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: College-level reading and writing skills are required or consent of the department.

    This course includes fundamentals of grammar with emphasis on reading, speaking and listening.


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  • SPN 1121 - Elementary Spanish II

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: SPN 1120  with a grade of “C” or better.

    This course includes fundamentals of grammar with emphasis on reading, speaking and listening.


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  • SPN 2200 - Intermediate Spanish I

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: SPN 1120 -SPN 1121  or equivalent.

    This course meets part of the International/ Intercultural requirement. This course includes readings in the literature and cultural history of Spanish-speaking countries, with discussion. Grammar is reviewed and oral facility is emphasized.


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  • SPN 2201 - Intermediate Spanish II

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Three hours per week and a required online laboratory component. Prerequisites: SPN 2200  or equivalent.

    This course meets part of the International/Intercultural requirement. This course includes readings in the literature and cultural history of Spanish-speaking countries, with discussion. Grammar is reviewed and oral facility is emphasized.


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  • SPN 2930 - Special Topics: Spanish

    (1 to 3 variable Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course is designed to meet the special needs of individuals and groups for whom regular, described courses may not be available.


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Statistics
  

  • STA 2023 - Elementary Statistics

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    Prerequisites: MAT 1033 .

    This course meets Area II of the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. This course is a study of the fundamental statistical topics, including normal and binomial distributions, measures of central tendency and variation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, sampling techniques, simple linear regression, correlation and nonparametrics.


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Surveying and Related Areas
  

  • SUR 2101C - Topographic Drafting and Survey

    (4 Credit Hours)
    (A.S.)


    Prerequisites: EGN 1111C  or EGS 1110C, or BCN 1251C  or permission of instructor.

    This course concerns the theory and practice in surveying and the related topographic drafting. Included in the course will be the use and care of surveying instruments and the study of surveying as related to engineering practice and preparation of maps and charts related to surveying. (Fall) Note(s): (EGS 1110C changed to EGN 1111C effective Fall 2014.)


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Sociology, General
  

  • SYG 2000 - Principles of Sociology

    (3 Credit Hours)
    (A.A.)


    This course meets Area III requirement for the A.A./A.S. general education requirements. It is an introduction to the scientific study of society and of basic sociological concepts, methods of investigation, interpretation of professional and popular writings and fields of application. This course is research and writing intensive; therefore, it is strongly recommended students complete or possess skills associated with   prior to entry into this course.


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