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EDU - 242 Classroom Assessment
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: EDU - 216 Introduction to Teaching .
This course is an introduction to the assessment process for classroom teachers. It will focus on the interaction between assessment and instruction, formative and summative assessment, development and use of teacher constructed assessments, purposes and interpretation of standardized assessments, and grading and communicating about student performance, and the influence of assessment on the classroom environment and motivation. The concepts of assessment will be discussed as fundamental to both teaching and learning, not something related only to student grading.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 20-110, EDUC-210.
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EDU - 246 Including Diverse Learners
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: EDU - 216 Introduction to Teaching .
An introductory discussion of issues and practices regarding the inclusion of diverse student populations in general education settings. Emphasis is placed on addressing the needs of all students (i.e. general education, special education, gifted, at risk, and multicultural). Formal and informal projects explore adaptive strategies for the curriculum and the classroom.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 20-120, EDUC-220.
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EDU - 250 Educational Technology and Design
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: None; however, prior education courses are recommended.
The production of instructional media/computer technology and their relationship to educational strategies within an instructional design framework. Course activities include the planning, design, and production of media and the operation of hardware and software for educational use. Students will be exposed to various ways of thinking about educational media and the messages they deliver. The course provides students with experiences that enable them to integrate technology resources to support clearly defined learning objectives.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 20-195, EDUC-195.
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Electronics |
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ELT - 115 Electronic Concepts
(3 s.h.)
Electronic Concepts is an introductory survey of electricity and electronics suitable for students interested in pursuing a career in such technical fields as electronics, automotive, HVAC, and other fields that require knowledge of basic electrical/electronic concepts. Topics include safety, shop and lab practices, motors and controls, direct and alternating current, and semiconductor and digital electronics. Course work consists of problem solving, computer-assisted instruction, computer simulation, and hands-on exercises with industrial grade equipment.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-132, INDU-701.
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ELT - 124 Advanced PLCs and System Integration
(3 s.h.)
Corequisite: ELT - 170 Introduction to PLCs .
Advanced topics in programmable logic controllers using the Allen-Bradley SLC500 and RSLogix 500 programming software including analog I/O and PID control. Application of RSLinx to establish communications and DH485 LAN networking. Controller Area Networking (CAN) using DeviceNET programming and integration using RSNetworx. PanelView programming and integration using the Allen-Bradley PanelView 500 and PanelBuilder32. Projects involving practical field devices and program development.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 91-203, EMST-803.
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ELT - 133 Electric Motor Drives
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ELT - 210 Motor Control Circuits .
Study of AC general purpose variable speed drives, AC vector (spindle) drives, and AC servo drives. Hands-on exercises provide experience with typical components and interconnections needed to implement various control systems. Concepts of system stability, frequency response, feedback, damping, position and speed control are covered. System troubleshooting.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 31
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-157, EMST-815.
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ELT - 170 Introduction to PLCs
(3 s.h.)
Introduction to programmable logic controllers (PLCs) using computer simulation of the Allen Bradley SLC500 and RSLogix 500 programming software, elementary ladder logic and discrete I/O instructions, counters, timers, program development techniques, and troubleshooting. Advanced topics in programmable logic controllers including program control instructions, math operations, sequencers, and data manipulation. This course is offered on campus as an instructor-supervised/student-paced format and is also offered online. Students enrolled in this course should expect to spend 75-90 hours (5-6 hours/week) to complete the course. If in an on-campus section, that time will be spent in the Industrial Systems Technology Lab.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 91-202, EMST-802.
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ELT - 190 Introduction to Technical Computing & CAD
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Ability to key-enter the equivalent of 25 words per minute at a computer keyboard.
Introduction to Technical Computing and CAD is designed to familiarize the student with computer basics relating to occupations in the industrial/technical area. Fundamentals of ACAD; layers, icons, pull-down menus, drawing and editing commands, object snaps, screen menu, filters, text, sketch, basic construction of 2D mechanical drawings. Use of computers in the generation of mechanical drawings utilizing lettering, basic geometric construction, and sketching fundamentals.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 91-104, EMST-701.
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ELT - 210 Motor Control Circuits
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ELT - 382 Electronic Circuit Analysis .
Introduction to industrial electrical motor and control circuitry. Emphasis placed on AC single- and three-phase circuit and transformer theory and industrial applications. Applications include various types of control elements. Study of the National Electrical Code as it pertains to manufacturing/industrial environment. Fundamental skills in electrical wiring and raceway techniques are learned through lab and/or project exercises. This course is offered in an instructor-supervised/ student-paced format. Students enrolled in this course should expect to spend 75-90 hours in the Industrial Systems Technology Lab to complete the course.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 69
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 91-105, EMST-710.
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ELT - 333 Analog and Digital Electronics
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ELT - 382 Electronic Circuit Analysis .
Digital: Study of number systems related to digital circuits, Boolean Algebra/Karnaugh Maps. Combinational logic including AND, OR, NAND, NOR, NOT, XOR. Combinational circuits decoders. Basic sequential elements including SR, D, JK, and Master-Slave flip-flops. Sequential circuits including registers and counters. Memory circuits and applications. Analog to digital (A/D) and digital to analog (D/A) conversion and elementary interfacing. Design, analysis, and computer simulation. Analog: Study of diodes, bipolar transistors and field effect transistors (JFETs and MOSFETs) as they are used in both AC and DC electronic circuits. Applications such as power supplies, switching circuits and amplifier circuits are covered. Advanced topics in electronic devices including operational amplifiers (op amps), active filters, thyristors, and voltage regulation are covered. Computer simulation of the devices under study is covered. Both circuit analysis and measurement techniques using meters and oscilloscopes are stressed. This course is offered in an instructor-supervised/student-paced format. Students enrolled in this course should expect to spend 25-35 hours in the Industrial Systems Technology Lab to complete the course.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 90
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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ELT - 382 Electronic Circuit Analysis
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MAT - 801 Applied Math A , MAT - 802 Applied Math B , MAT - 803 Applied Math C , and MAT - 804 Applied Math D , or permission of the instructor.
Study of the nature of electricity involving both direct and alternating current. DC circuit analysis utilizing more advanced techniques such as: superposition, Thevinin’s and Norton’s theorems. AC circuit analysis involving RL, RC, and RLC circuits, inductive and capacitive reactances, resonance, and transformer fundamentals. Computer circuit simulation of both DC and AC circuits is stressed along with an application of electronic test equipment; oscilloscopes, meters, and power supplies. This course is offered in an instructor-supervised/student-paced format. Students enrolled in this course should expect to spend 75-95 hours in the Industrial Systems Technology Lab to complete the course.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 91-175, EMST-702.
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ELT - 710 Computer Automated Manufacturing
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ELT - 790 Fluid Power and ELT - 124 Advanced PLCs and System Integration .
Capstone projects in Industrial Systems Technology: project identification, planning, and implementation, as well as group dynamics, project structure, and troubleshooting techniques. Projects may include, but are not limited to automation, control, manufacturing, or educational hardware for program use. The integration of robots, instrumentation, computers, and programmable logic controllers, human/machine interface, communications, and other industrial systems.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 65
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 91-206, EMST-816.
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ELT - 734 Industrial Instrumentation
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisites: ELT - 170 Introduction to PLCs and ELT - 333 Analog and Digital Electronics .
The student studies modern instrumentation techniques as they apply to the manufacturing environment and uses industrial sensors, transducers, and related components. Instrumentation labs use a variety of control techniques used in the industrial instrumentation field. These labs and lessons are centered around the Amatrol process control simulator. Students meet weekly in lecture and have defined completion dates for each lab. Additional pressure, flow, level, and temperature instrument writing and testing labs are completed by the student in a group supervised session.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 90
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 91-207, EMST-817.
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ELT - 745 Maintenance Shop Operations
(3 s.h.)
Introduction to shop equipment generally found in the industrial maintenance environment. Instruction and practice with metal saws, drills, grinders, elementary welding and cutting, thread repair, anchors and fasteners. Study of mechanical prints to identify parts in assembly and repair situations. Use of catalogs to find and order repair parts, study of bearings and seals, applications, and failure analysis.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-156, EMST-805.
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ELT - 750 Facilities Maintenance
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ELT - 210 Motor Control Circuits .
Covers force and motion, work and energy, and fluid mechanics as applied in industrial maintenance. Explains principles of operation for simple machines. Explains the basic elements of industrial machines, as well as common measurement tools used to monitor and adjust equipment. Covers hand tools, power tools and fasteners, ending with a discussion of ways to reduce friction and wear. Explains why industry has a need for preventive maintenance (PM) programs and how to set up such a program. Covers how to schedule a PM program and how to assure its quality.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-155, EMST-820.
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ELT - 788 Fluid Power I
(2 s.h.)
Covers hydraulic principles, types of hydraulic fluids and their characteristics. Describes components of the hydraulic system and their functions, including filters and strainers, reservoirs and accumulators, pumps, piping, tubing and hoses, control valves, relief valves, and actuating devices. Covers a variety of cylinders and hydraulic motors. Also covers how work, force, and energy are applied to principles of pneumatics.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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ELT - 789 Fluid Power II
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ELT-788 Fluid Power I.
Covers understanding the systems, using schematic diagrams, installation procedures, cleanliness and safety. Includes tubing cutting, bending, and flaring, identification and selection of proper fluid, and charging the system. Discusses planned maintenance, specific repair/replacement recommendations, system diagnosis, and troubleshooting. Shows operating principles of reciprocating, positive displacement, rotary, and dynamic air compressors. Covers primary and secondary air treatment. Includes valves, logic devices, cylinders, and air motors.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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ELT - 790 Fluid Power
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MAT - 801 Applied Math A , MAT - 802 Applied Math B , MAT - 803 Applied Math C , and MAT - 804 Applied Math D , or permission of instructor.
Students gain knowledge and hands-on experience with hydraulic and pneumatic components and circuits; the transmission of force through fluids; conversion of force to pressure; the control of power; and systematic methods of troubleshooting and testing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 92-118, EMST-703.
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ELT - 895 Industrial Systems Internship
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Sophomore status in the Industrial Systems Technology program and permission of internship coordinator.
Supervised work experience in a business or industry, which normally is four weeks in duration. Work must be related to the major field of study (i.e., electricity/electronics, industrial maintenance, installation or service of control systems, etc.).
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 160
Equivalent to 91-110, EMST-801.
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Emergency Medical Services |
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EMS - 114 Emergency Medical Responder
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisites: Be at least 17 years of age at the time of enrollment; be able to speak, write and read English proficiently; be physically and emotionally capable of performing all functions and skills of an EMR; possess maturity of judgment and sound moral character. Must provide documentation of current certification in BLS for Healthcare Providers.
The Emergency Medical Responder course is the entry level course and provides the student with the necessary skills and knowledge to identify and treat life-threatening emergencies, wounds and fractures, medical and environmental emergencies and patient access and handling. The course utilizes a combination of classroom lectures and skill practice.
Lecture Hours: 25
Lab Hours: 20
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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EMS - 201 Emergency Medical Technician
(7 s.h.)
Prerequisites: Be at least 17 years of age at the time of enrollment. A physical examination, immunization record, background check, and proof of American Heart Association BLS certification is required prior to beginning the hospital or field clinical portion of the course.
This course provides the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform emergency care and transport. Course modules include preparatory, function and development of the human body, pharmacology, airway management, patient assessment, medical emergencies, shock, trauma, special patient populations, and EMS operations. Additional 18 hours of hospital based clinical and 12 hours of ambulance ride time is required.
Lecture Hours: 70
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 30
Work Experience Hours: 0
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EMS - 237 Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
(8 s.h.)
Prerequisites: Be at least 17 years of age at the time of enrollment. Must provide documentation of current State of Iowa EMT certification. A physical examination, immunization record, background check, and proof of American Heart Association BLS certification are required prior to beginning hospital clinical rotations or ambulance ride time portions of the course.
The course is 113 hours in length and utilizes a combination of classroom lectures and skill practice. An additional 52 hours of hospital based clinical and 48 hours of ambulance ride time is required. An additional 6 hours is required to complete the psychomotor and cognitive examinations required for certification. This course has been approved for 8.0 semester hours of credit. Upon successful completion of the course students will be eligible to test for AEMT certification.
Lecture Hours: 68
Lab Hours: 45
Clinical Hours: 100
Work Experience Hours: 0
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Engineering |
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EGR - 100 Engineering Orientation
(1 s.h.)
Introduction to the profession of engineering and preparations for professional employment. Considerations of engineering academic programs and planning an engineering curriculum. Discussion of the ethics of the engineering profession and introduction to case studies. Opportunities to interact with local engineers. Information concerning college policies, procedures, and resources. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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EGR - 115 Engineering Mathematics
(3 s.h.)
Corequisite: MAT - 121 College Algebra or MAT - 128 Precalculus or MAT - 134 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry .
Math topics most heavily used in first and second-year engineering and science courses. Topics include engineering applications of algebra, trigonometry, vectors, complex numbers, sinusoids and signals, systems of equations and matrices, derivatives, integrals and differential equations.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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EGR - 181 Engineering Problems with Computer Applications
(3 s.h.)
Corequisite: MAT - 121 College Algebra or MAT - 128 Precalculus or MAT - 134 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry or MAT - 210 Calculus I ; or higher.
Development of skills, standards, and orderly methods of solving engineering problems. SI and English measurement and unit conversion. Estimation and calculation with approximate numbers. Significant figures. Graphing and curve-fitting of technical data. Using logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Introduction to engineering economics and statistics. Solution of engineering problems using computer programming languages.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 25-111, ENGR-111, EGT-181.
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EGR - 192 Engineering Graphics and Design
(3 s.h.)
Corequisite: MAT - 121 College Algebra or MAT - 128 Precalculus or MAT - 134 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry or MAT - 210 Calculus I ; or higher.
The course integrates the fundamentals of engineering graphics, with computer-aided design (CAD), and engineering design. The student will produce CAD drawings of orthographic views and isometric pictorials; and include basic dimensioning. The student will learn the techniques for visualizing, analyzing and communicating 3-D geometries. The skills will be applied through creative design projects with written, visual and oral reports.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 75
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 25-112, ENGR-112, EGT-192.
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EGR - 274 Statics for Engineering
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: EGR - 115 Engineering Mathematics or MAT - 210 Calculus I .
Prerequisite/Corequisite: PHY - 162 College Physics I or PHY - 212 Classical Physics I .
The students will learn about scalar and vector quantities; forces, moments of forces, couples, and force systems; equilibrium; centroids and centers of gravity; analysis of structures; internal forces, shear and bending moments; friction; moments of inertia of areas. This knowledge will be used to analyze the structural requirements of simple mechanical systems; including beams, trusses, frames, and machines.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 25-231, ENGR-231, EGT-129.
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EGR - 324 Mechanics of Materials
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: EGR - 274 Statics for Engineering , with grade of C or higher.
Plane stress, plane strain, stress-strain relationships, and elements of material behavior. Application of stress and deformation analysis to members subject to centric, torsional, flexural, and combined loadings. Elementary considerations of theories of failure, buckling.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 25-251, ENGR-232, EGT-119.
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Engineering Technology |
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EGT - 400 Project-Lead-The-Way – Introduction to Engineering Design
(3 s.h.)
This course uses a design development process while enriching technical and engineering problem-solving skills. Students create and analyze models using specialized computer software (AutoCAD Inventor).
Lecture Hours: 16
Lab Hours: 64
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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EGT - 410 Project-Lead-The-Way – Principles of Engineering
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: EGT - 400 Project-Lead-The-Way – Introduction to Engineering Design is recommended, but not required.
This course explores technology systems and manufacturing processes using the methodology of project-based engineering problem solving. Learning activities explore a variety of engineering disciplines and address the social and political consequences of technological change.
Lecture Hours: 16
Lab Hours: 64
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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ENG - 014A-D Mastery Writing - Individualized
(1-4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Recommendation of current/previous instructor, college recommendation, college placement or student request.
The Mastery Writing course provides developmental writing instruction to students referred by orientation assessment or by instructor that require a competency-based approach to improving their writing skills or to meet student-initiated goals. Emphasis is on writing as a process; students will learn strategies for recognizing and compensating for individual writing problems. Completion of the course may include achieving mastery in three areas: language (grammar and mechanics), conceptual aspects (planning, style, content), and/or structure (organization, development, and support). Students’ ability to succeed in a self-management style course will be assessed prior to approving registration in the course. Learning objectives include achievement demonstrated by mastery through writing samples. Textbook requirements may include the purchase of a software access code or workbook. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating the cumulative grade point average for graduation. This course may be repeated. This course has been designated as pass/no pass.
Lecture Hours: 5, 10, 15 or 20
Lab Hours: 20, 40, 60 or 80
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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ENG - 015 Elements of Writing
(4 s.h.)
A developmental writing course designed for students referred by orientation assessment or by instructors. Emphasis is on writing; students will learn strategies for recognizing and compensating for individual writing problems. Students complete the course by meeting the minimum entrance requirements for Composition and Speech I. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating the cumulative grade point average for graduation. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 60
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 30-090, ENGL-094.
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ENG - 016A-D Mastery Writing - Co-Enroll
(1-4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Recommendation of current/previous instructor, college recommendation, or student request, or placement based on student’s writing assessment rubric score, ACT, or Accuplacer scores.
Mastery Writing is a linked support for Composition I or Composition II and a partnership between the Composition instructor, the Mastery Writing instructor, and the student. The Mastery Writing instructor supports the student in developing the best writing he or she is capable of within the parameters of the Composition assignments, and may also include assignments determined by the Mastery Writing instructor. Students will have the opportunity to work on revisions of past work, prepare for upcoming papers, practice skills individual to his or her needs, or have assistance with writing required by another course. Textbook requirements may include the purchase of a software access code or workbook. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating the cumulative grade point average for graduation. This course may be repeated. This course has been designated as pass/no pass.
Lecture Hours: 5, 10, 15, or20
Lab Hours: 20, 40, 60, or 80
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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ENG - 105 Composition I
(3 s.h.)
Development of skills in reading, writing, and listening with an emphasis on expository methods of development and personal experience as supporting material. Students may be requested to use computers and other technology. Students must meet minimum competency requirements in writing to receive a grade of ‘C’ or higher which is required to enroll in Composition II.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 30-101, ENGL-101, ENGL-104, ENG-102.
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ENG - 106 Composition II
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ENG - 105 Composition I or ENG - 102 Composition and Speech I with a grade of C or higher.
A continuation of ENG - 105 Composition I with emphasis on argumentative and persuasive writing, on research methods, and on language. Students may be requested to use computer programs and watch videos. Students must meet minimum competency requirements in writing to receive a grade of C or higher.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 30-102, ENGL-102, ENGL-105, ENG-103.
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ENG - 221 Creative Writing
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ENG - 105 Composition I , or comparable course, or approval of instructor.
A practical workshop in writing and rewriting manuscripts in preparation for submitting for publication. Emphasis on nonfiction and short stories, but also covers poetry, plays, and screenplays.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 30-205, ENGL-205.
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ENG - 701 Communications I
(3 s.h.)
Study designed to assist students in improving and/or refining skills in the areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking to help meet communication needs in college and for success and advancement in a career. Students who have an ACT Reading score of 15 or lower, a COMPASS Reading score of 70 or lower, or a Nelson Denny score below 13 will be required to take RDG - 015 Power Reading as part of this class (student will not be charged tuition for RDG 015 ).
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 95-130, ENGL-701.
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ENG - 702 Communications II
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ENG - 701 Communications I .
Study designed to assist students in improving and/or refining skills in the areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking to help meet communication needs in college and for success and advancement in a career. Students who have an ACT Reading score of 15 or lower, a Compass Reading score of 70 or lower, or a Nelson Denny score below 13 will be required to take RDG - 015 Power Reading as part of this class (student will not be charged tuition for RDG-015).
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 95-131, ENGL-702.
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English as a Second Language |
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ESL - 034 Mastery ESL (English as a Second Language)
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Recommendation of current/previous instructor, college recommendation, or student request.
This Mastery ESL course is designed for English Language Learners (ELL) with limited conversational proficiency in English. Emphasis is on in-context vocabulary acquisition and the improvement of grammatical English skills. New vocabulary and grammar are then applied to spoken dialog and short written assignments. Writing will be introduced as speaking and listening skills are sufficient to comprehend and answer simple questions in an interview. Emphasis is on writing as a process; students will learn strategies for compensating for individual writing and language problems. The course is tailored to suit student’s individual skills levels and needs. Learning objectives include achievement in vocabulary and grammar tests and demonstrated gains through writing samples. Performance on these exams and written assignments determine student placement. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating the cumulative grade point average for graduation. This course may be repeated. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 20
Lab Hours: 80
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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ESL - 040 Mastery ESL (English as a Second Language)
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Recommendation of current/previous instructor, college recommendation, or student request.
This Mastery ESL course is designed for English Language Learners (ELL) with conversational proficiency to further prepare for college-level coursework in English. Emphasis is on in-context vocabulary acquisition and the improvement of grammatical English skills. New vocabulary and grammar are then applied to spoken and written assignments. Emphasis is on writing as a process; students will learn strategies for compensating for individuals writing and language problems. The primary language skills addressed are writing and reading, but students will also practice speaking and listening with classmates and the instructor. The course is tailored to suit students’ individual skills levels and needs. Learning objectives include achievement on vocabulary and grammar tests and demonstrated gains through writing samples. Performance on these exams and written assignments determined student placement in higher-level writing courses. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating the cumulative grade point average for graduation. This course may be repeated. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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Environmental Science |
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ENV - 110 Environmental Science
(3 s.h.)
The study of ecological principles and the interrelationships among populations, resources, and pollution in developing a sustainable society. Lecture and laboratory-based topics include: population, ecology, soil, water, land, air, and energy resources, plus air, water, soil, and waste management. Environmental decision-making strategies to resolve current and future environmental issues are stressed.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 70-104, ENVR-101.
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Film and Theatre |
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DRA - 119 Introduction to Theatre, TV and Film
(3 s.h.)
This course is designed to foster appreciation for the performing arts and fulfill a humanities elective. We discuss the relationship between theatrical arts and society. We view films, and hopefully spark an interest in theatre, television and film.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 85-150, DRAM-101.
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Finance |
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FIN - 100 Introduction to Finance
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ACC - 111 Introduction to Accounting or ACC - 121 Principles of Accounting I .
This survey course provides an introduction to finance theory, methods and concerns of business finance. The focus is on how companies make sound investment and financing decisions, much of which is also relevant for individual decision making. Investment decision, time-value of money, security valuation, capital budgeting, and the tradeoff between risk and expected return are studied.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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FIN - 121 Personal Finance
(3 s.h.)
Introduction to financial planning, using financial services and your income wisely, protecting your assets, increasing your income through savings and investments, and planning for retirement. The primary emphasis is on investments. These include, but are not limited to stocks, bonds, real estate, and financial derivatives.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-135, ECON-101, ECN-115.
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FIN - 210 Analysis and Valuation of Stocks
(1 s.h.)
The Analysis and Valuation of Stocks is a comprehensive course designed to provide you with conventional and advanced techniques in researching and valuing stocks. Starting off with the basics, you will learn how to read financial statements and calculate financial ratios, and then move on to perform industrial comparisons, value stocks, and conduct economic and industrial research. This course is taught in a manner that uses everyday language, simple, yet insightful analogies, and a just-the-facts attitude that you will understand and appreciate. By the end of this course, you will have a strong foundation in the analysis and valuation of stocks. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 20
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 15-272, BUSN-250, ELEC-201.
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FIN - 214 Stocks, Bonds, and Investments
(1 s.h.)
Stocks, Bonds and Investments emphasize preemptive planning for a financial account by comprehending financial markets through identifying how financial markets operate. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.
Lecture Hours: 5
Lab Hours: 20
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 15-247, BUSN-255, ELEC-806.
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FLS - 141 Elementary Spanish I
(4 s.h.)
Designed for students with little or no previous study of Spanish. Focus is on acquainting the student with fundamentals, including pronunciation, basic grammar needed to express who, what, when, where, how and action in the present and near future. Basic vocabulary will be learned to enhance speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills. Increase global awareness by video shorts and short readings.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 35-110, SPAN-101.
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FLS - 142 Elementary Spanish II
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: FLS - 141 Elementary Spanish I or minimum of one year of high school Spanish.
Designed as a continuation of Elementary Spanish I. Focus is on reinforcing students’ knowledge in fundamentals, including pronunciation, basic grammar needed to express activities in the present and near future. Basic vocabulary will be learned to enhance speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills. New grammar includes being able to communicate in the past tenses and giving commands for common verbs. Students are expected to use as much Spanish as possible with classmates and the instructor.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 35-111, SPAN-102.
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FLS - 241 Intermediate Spanish I
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: FLS - 142 Elementary Spanish II or minimum of two years of high school Spanish.
Designed as a comprehensive grammar review, composition, and speaking course. Builds on aural-oral skills, increased vocabulary, and reading short pedagogical (using vocabulary and grammar students are familiar with) stories and authentic language literature.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 35-211, SPAN-201.
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FLS - 242 Intermediate Spanish II
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: FLS - 241 Intermediate Spanish I or minimum of three years of high school Spanish with instructor approval.
Designed as a comprehensive grammar review, composition, and speaking course. Builds on aural-oral skills, increased vocabulary, and reading short pedagogical (using vocabulary and grammar students are familiar with) stories and authentic language literature. Themes and associated vocabulary: business, religion and beliefs, U.S. Hispanics, Modern Life (vices, habits, drugs), Law.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 35-212, SPAN-202.
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FLS - 261 Advanced Spanish I
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: FLS - 242 Intermediate Spanish II or four years of high school Spanish with instructor approval.
Students will become more comfortable speaking by Q & A, impromptu speaking. Reading skills will be enhanced by reading original short stories and cultural and historical selections from the text. Use of visual aids, video shorts, speaking, and reading will increase vocabulary competency. Grammar study and activities will increase language accuracy and expression. Use of exams will be limited; students will be graded on in-class discussion and homework completion. Students will at times use the Internet to find and interpret articles from Hispanic newspapers. Oral and written evaluations and classroom observation will measure the student’s progress in the above-mentioned areas.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 35-260, SPAN-260.
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FLS - 262 Advanced Spanish II
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: FLS - 261 Advanced Spanish I or minimum of four years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Students will maximize their use of Spanish in the classroom. Original texts from various Hispanic countries will be used to gain cultural understanding, vocabulary, and provide topics for classroom discussion. By end of semester, students should be able to express themselves in speech and writing using all verb tenses. Articles from Hispanic countries will be used to expose students to a wide range of events and cultural differences. The use of contemporary music and videos will enhance student listening comprehension. This semester’s reading will include one drama, “En la ardiente oscuridad.” Spanish/ Latin American movies will be viewed, for which students will demonstrate understanding by answering focus questions. Projects may include summarizing a video segment, or researching a topic of a current event in a Hispanic country. Every student should demonstrate improvement in all four skills–reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 35-261, SPAN-261.
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Geography |
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GEO - 121 World Regional Geography
(3 s.h.)
A geographic survey of nations and continents with emphasis on important physical characteristics of the major regions of the world. Attention is devoted to their demographic, economic, political, and cultural development with each other. The course covers physical and cultural geography as well as basic geographical literacy. The human impact on the environment and growing problems of resources are discussed.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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GEO - 124 Regional Geography of the Nonwestern World
(3 s.h.)
A regional study of the physical and cultural spatial patterns of Middle America, South America, North Africa/Southwest Asia, South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific World.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-152, GEOG-103.
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GEO - 125 Regional Geography of the Developed World
(3 s.h.)
A regional study of the physical and cultural spatial patterns of Europe, Australia, Russia, and Anglo-American.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-151, GEOG-102.
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GEO - 131 Physical Geography
(3 s.h.)
An introductory systems course in physical geography that acquaints the student with the spatial relationships that exist between man and his physical environment.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-150, GEOG-101.
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Health Information Technology |
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HIT - 125 Essentials of Health Records
(2 s.h.)
This course will introduce students to the origin, uses, content and format of health records, including both paper and electronic health records. Students will develop an understanding of required standards for health records, the organization of records, analysis of health record data as well as legal implications.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HIT - 210 Basic Medical Insurance and Coding
(2 s.h.)
Corequisite: HSC - 120 Medical Terminology I or permission of instructor.
This course will provide the students with an overview of medical health insurance claims submission guidelines and basic coding procedures. In addition, the student will work through a number of relevant case studies.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 15-250, OFFC-851.
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HIT - 247 Coding II (CPT)
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: HSC - 120 Medical Terminology I ; HSC - 150 Body Structure and Function ; and HIT - 242 Coding I (ICD-10) or experience in Medical Coding.
This course is a continuation of the study of ICD-10 (Coding I), emphasizing its use for prospective payment. Course work focuses on acquiring advanced skills in coding disease and procedures and abstracting medical data. The study of CPT/HCPCS will be emphasized including advanced concepts of coding and payment methodologies.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HIT - 420 Legal Aspects of Health Information
(2 s.h.)
This course focuses on the legal aspects of health information and health records. It will address access and use of both paper and electronic information. Topics covered include confidentiality, release of health information, liability issues, and patient rights.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HSC - 108 Introduction to Health Professions
(2 s.h.)
This course provides a brief historical view of health care in addition to an overview of today’s health care delivery system and related health care issues. Also addressed in this course are ethical/legal issues and desirable professional skills and behaviors associated with health care workers. An opportunity to explore specific health professions and the related educational requirements will also be included. Employment opportunities and related issues will also be explored in this course.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HSC - 120 Medical Terminology I
(3 s.h.)
Introduction of basic medical terminology utilizing a programmed, work-building system to learn word parts to construct and analyze new terms. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 15-251, HEAL-110.
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HSC - 121 Medical Terminology II
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: None, however, HSC - 120 Medical Terminology I is highly desirable.
A brief review of basic medical terminology followed by a systems approach to learning terms associated with the anatomical, physiological, and pathological aspects of the body.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 15-252, HEAL-111.
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HSC - 130 Nurse Aide Theory
(2.5 s.h.)
Entrance Requirements: (1) Must be 16 years or older. (2) Strength and endurance to meet the Iowa Core Performance Standards for Health Care Career Programs, which include skills such as lifting and moving residents. (3) High school diploma or HSED (Note-if you are currently in high school, you must submit a letter of acknowledgment from your high school counselor). (4) Health History Self-Assessment. (5) Current immunization records are required prior to beginning clinical. Immunization requirements include a current TB test, Hepatitis B vaccine, or the signing of a hepatitis B vaccine waiver. (6) A criminal and adult abuse background check must be initiated prior to the start of the class. (7) A clear criminal and adult abuse check will be required prior to enter clinical; the cost is included in the tuition.
Corequisite: HSC - 174 Nurse Aide Clinical .
The Nurse Aide Course has been revised to meet the training requirements of The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) for aides working in nursing facilities (NF) and skilled nursing facilities (SNF). Emphasis in the course is on the students achieving a basic level of knowledge and demonstrating skills to provide safe, effective resident care. A minimum of 30 hours will be scheduled for a supervised clinical experience will be scheduled, following successful completion of theory.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 25
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HSC - 144 Basic Pharmacology
(2 s.h.)
Medical Terminology knowledge recommended. Basic Pharmacology provides an introduction to the principles of pharmacology including drug terminology; drug origins, forms, and actions; routes of administration; as well as the use of generic name drugs, trade name drugs, and categories of drugs to treat various body systems.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-134, HEAL-701.
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HSC - 150 Body Structure and Function
(4 s.h.)
A basic study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Study progresses from the cell to tissues, organs, and systems with emphasis on their interrelatedness. Discussion includes some of the alterations that occur in illness. Usage of applicable medical terminology is stressed.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 94-104, HEAL-704.
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HSC - 155 Laboratory Tests
(2 s.h.)
To familiarize the student with clinical laboratory tests and their normal ranges in the areas of hematology, urology, and microbiology. The student will also learn basic surgical position terminology, instruments, and special organ studies.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 90-140, HEAL-702.
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HSC - 174 Nurse Aide Clinical
(1 s.h.)
Entrance Requirements: (1) Must be 16 years or older. (2) Strength and endurance to meet the Iowa Core Performance Standards for Health Care Career Programs, which include skills such as lifting and moving residents. (3) High school diploma or HSED (Note-if you are currently in high school, you must submit a letter of acknowledgment from your high school counselor). (4) Health History Self-Assessment. (5) Current immunization records are required prior to beginning clinical. Immunization requirements include a current TB test, Hepatitis B vaccine, or the signing of a hepatitis B vaccine waiver. (6) A criminal clear criminal and adult abuse background check must be initiated prior to the start of HSC - 130 Nurse Aide Theory . (7) A clear criminal and adult abuse check will be required prior to entering clinical; the cost is included in the tuition. (8) Successful completion of HSC - 130 Nurse Aide Theory .
Corequisite: HSC - 130 Nurse Aide Theory .
The Nurse Aide course has been revised to meet the training requirements of The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) for aides working in nursing facilities (NF) and skilled nursing facilities (SNF). Emphasis in the course is on the students achieving a basic level of knowledge and demonstrating skills to provide safe, effective resident care. A minimum of 30 hours will be scheduled for a supervised clinical experience. The clinical setting shall be a nursing facility and the supervisor shall be the course teacher or their official designee. During the experience the students will be assigned to provide care to one or more residents. Clinical evaluations will be completed and reviewed with the students at the completion of the experience.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 45
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 89-165, CNAS-102.
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HSC - 179 Medication Aide
(3 s.h.)
In order to take this course, the applicant must be drug free and working in an agency/facility licensed by Department of Inspections and Appeals. Other requirements include: (1) If employed in a certified nursing facility: All applicants must be employed for at least six months by the facility sponsor, must be eligible on the Iowa Nurse Aide Registry and provide recommendation from the administrator in the facility in which they are employed; OR (2) A residential or related type of licensed facility – minimum of six months employment by facility sponsor, must provide evidence of successful completion of residential attendant course, and must provide documentation from administer of facility in which he/she is employed; OR (3) An assisted living program – minimum of 6 months employment by facility sponsor, must provide documentation from administrator of facility in which he/she is employed, and must have completed the Nurse Aide Course or Residential Attendant Course. Aptitude for reading, writing, and mathematics. At the time of enrollment each student must identify the RN who will supervise the validation of competencies in the clinical area.
The purpose of this course is to prepare individuals to safely administer nonparenteral medications in agencies/facilities licensed by DIA. The emphasis is on safe administration and students are provided with classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences to assist in achieving the course competencies. Following satisfactory completion of the class and clinical components, students must successfully complete a state final exam to pass the course. This course is designated as a pass/no pass.
Lecture Hours: 42
Lab Hours: 10
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HCR - 115 Residential Heating Systems
(4 s.h.)
Corequisite: HCR - 155 Troubleshooting Heating Systems or instructor permission.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the various types of residential heating systems. Areas and concepts covered include combustion theory, basic air distribution, furnace construction, filters, humidifiers, installation techniques, and maintenance procedures.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-128, HVAC-701.
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HCR - 155 Troubleshooting Heating Systems
(3 s.h.)
Corequisite: HCR - 115 Residential Heating Systems or instructor permission.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the fundamentals of troubleshooting by utilizing a practical and systematic approach to locate and repair heating system malfunctions. The student will also have the opportunity to study, in detail, the motors and controls used in today’s heating systems. Topics to be covered include basic electric circuits, electrical test meters, motors and controls, diagnosis of electrical and mechanical malfunctions, and special emphasis on writing diagrams.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-129, HVAC-702.
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HCR - 210 Residential Air-Conditioning Systems
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisites: HCR - 115 Residential Heating Systems , HCR - 155 Troubleshooting Heating Systems , or instructor permission.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the various types of residential air-conditioning and heat pump systems. Areas and concepts covered include refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pump theory, air conditioning and heat pump construction, installation techniques, and maintenance procedures.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-138, HVAC-711.
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HCR - 235 Commercial Air-Conditioning Systems
(5 s.h.)
Prerequisites: HCR - 115 Residential Heating Systems , HCR - 150 Commercial Heating Systems , HCR - 155 Troubleshooting Heating Systems , HCR - 210 Residential Air-Conditioning Systems , HCR - 240 Troubleshooting Air-Conditioning Systems , HCR - 510 Sheet Metal Fabrication , HCR - 802 Controls Systems for HVAC .
Corequisite: HCR - 923 Systems Design , or instructor permission.
This course covers large cooling systems used in commercial, institutional, and industrial applications. Types of equipment include water chillers, multistage reciprocating units, and an introduction to absorption systems.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 90
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-234, HVAC-812.
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HCR - 240 Troubleshooting Air-Conditioning Systems
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisites: HCR - 115 Residential Heating Systems , HCR - 155 Troubleshooting Heating Systems .
Corequisite: HCR - 210 Residential Air-Conditioning Systems , or instructor permission.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the fundamentals of troubleshooting by utilizing a practical and systematic approach to locate and repair air-conditioning and heat pump system malfunctions. The student will also have the opportunity to study, in detail, the motors and controls used in today’s air-conditioning and heat pump systems. Topics to be covered include basic electric circuits, electrical test meters, motors and controls, diagnosis of electrical and mechanical malfunctions, and special emphasis on wiring diagrams.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 96-139, HVAC-712.
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HCR - 802 Controls Systems for HVAC
(4 s.h.)
Prerequisites: HCR - 115 Residential Heating Systems , HCR - 155 Troubleshooting Heating Systems , HCR - 210 Residential Air-Conditioning Systems , and HCR - 240 Troubleshooting Air-Conditioning Systems .
Corequisite: HCR - 150 Commercial Heating Systems , HCR - 510 Sheet Metal Fabrication , or instructor permission.
This course covers electrical symbols, transformers, single-phase motors, three-phase motors, motor starters, and electronic devices for the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning field (HVAC). It will also include pneumatic and building automation systems.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HIS - 112 Western Civilization: Ancient-Early Modern
(4 s.h.)
A study of the major social, political, economic, cultural, and philosophical movements in the Western World to 1648.
Lecture Hours: 60
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-201, HIST-201.
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HIS - 113 Western Civilization: Early Modern to Present
(4 s.h.)
A study of the major social, political, economic, cultural, and philosophical movements in the Western World from 1648 to the present.
Lecture Hours: 60
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-202, HIST-202.
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HIS - 151 U.S. History to 1877
(3 s.h.)
A survey course covering the social, political, and economic history of American civilization from the Age of Discovery through Reconstruction.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-140, HIST-101.
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HIS - 152 U.S. History Since 1877
(3 s.h.)
A survey course covering the social, political, and economic history of the United States since 1877.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-141, HIST-102.
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HIS - 254 American Indian History
(3 s.h.)
American Indian History is an ethnographic and historical survey of the social, cultural, and political systems developed by Native Americans north of Mexico, and the developing relationship of these systems with those of the European-Americans. Native religion and world view, agricultural and hunting practices, materials culture, trade, diplomacy and political structures are examined, as are the mutual impact on both societies resulting from contact with and interaction between native North Americans and Europeans and their descendants.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 80-144, HIST-110.
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HIS - 257 African American History
(3 s.h.)
The course chronicles the experience of African Americans in the history of the United States. Topics include African heritage, the slave trade, slavery in the Antebellum South, the Civil War and emancipation, the Jim Crow era, the birth of racial advancement organizations, the development of twentieth-century urbanization and nationalism, and the struggle for civil rights, political power and cultural expression from mid-century to the present.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to HIST-111.
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HIS - 260 Latin American History and Culture
(3 s.h.)
A study of the major social, political, economic, and cultural events in Latin America since independence in the 1820s. The involvement of the United States in Latin America will be explored and the effects then and now of this involvement. There will be an emphasis on United States-Mexican relations, as well as United States-Cuban relations. Other areas of study will be Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Central American and Caribbean countries.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HIS - 266 Civil War
(3 s.h.)
A study of the United States during the Civil War. A study of the political, social, economic, military, and diplomatic history of the United States from 1850 to 1877. A look at the causes of the Civil War, the War and its impact on US society, and the aftermath of the war.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HUM - 115 Encounters in Humanities
(2 s.h.)
This course is designed to introduce students to the world of the humanities; describe the humanities genres and disciplines; provide a systematic method of assessing humanities artifacts; present opportunities to assess humanities artifacts; define methods of participating in the humanities. Four humanities genres are represented with their respective disciplines.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
Equivalent to 10-100, HUMA-100.
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HSV - 152 Introduction to Counseling
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PSY - 111 Introduction to Psychology or permission of instructor.
A survey of the basic theories and techniques of psychological counseling. This course is one of the recommended courses for students with a career interest in the human services area.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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HSV - 153 Professional Ethics
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: PSY - 121 Developmental Psychology , SOC - 110 Introduction to Sociology and SOC - 150 Introduction to Human Services .
An in-depth study of ethical perspectives or a selected area of moral concern. Possible topics include bioethics; business and professional ethics; queer ethics; science, technology, and society; sexual ethics; and comparative religious ethics. This is one of the recommended courses for students with a career interest in the human services area.
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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IND - 134 Print Reading
(2 s.h.)
This course presents an overview of methods used in presenting and interpreting a variety of industrial blueprints and mechanical schematics including explode assembly views and construction blueprints, including structural, fabrication and erection drawings, and piping drawings.
Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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IND - 166 Mechanical Systems I
(2 s.h.)
This course will give the students insight into more complex drive systems that are in industry today. Students will be introduced to several types of mechanical drives such as V-belt drive systems, chain drive, systems and spur gear drive systems. These drive systems are one of the building blocks to industrial systems today.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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IND - 176 Mechanical Systems II
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: IND - 166 Mechanical Systems I .
This course will give the students a solid understanding of belted drive systems that are in industry today. Students will be introduced to lubrication practices. Students will also learn practices of proper alignment of shafts in drive systems and couplers.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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IND - 190 Skills and Safety in Industry
(1 s.h.)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the proper personal and shop safety procedures needed to function in an industrial lab setting. In addition to the safety, students will also receive instruction on first aid in an emergency situation, as well as computing skills needed to be successful in an industrial setting.
Lecture Hours: 7.5
Lab Hours: 15
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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IND - 198 Mechatronics
(3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: ELT - 382 Electronic Circuit Analysis .
This course will give students a realistic understanding how fluid power, mechanical movement arms, and movement devices as well as electronics are used to create automation cells in manufacturing.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 60
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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IND - 266 Mechanical Systems III
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: IND - 176 Mechanical Systems II .
Students will learn about several different types of bearings and seals and how to maintain bearings within industry today. Students will become more familiar with advanced gear drives and how to maintain them.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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IND - 276 Mechanical Systems IV
(2 s.h.)
Prerequisite: IND - 266 Mechanical Systems III .
Students will become familiar with brake systems and clutch systems as well as the different types of clutch and braking systems. Students will become familiar with linear ball bushings and ball screw drive systems.
Lecture Hours: 15
Lab Hours: 30
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0
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