Course Information

NUR   220   Nursing Across the Lifespan
Prerequisite(s): NUR 201 RN Transition Course with a “C” or better. 10 credit hours (7 didactic, 3 clinical). This course focuses on IV therapy, health promotion, illness prevention, and maintenance of health in acute or chronic conditions for individuals experiencing psychological/psychiatric, maternal/child, and medical or surgical problems across the lifespan. Clinical experiences may be gained on the Obstetrical, Pediatric, Psychiatric, and Medical-Surgical units. Nursing role emphasis is on organizing care for individuals using the nursing process. Critical thinking differentiates client needs based on age, health status, and acuity of condition, ethnic origins, and prognosis. The client’s role within the family, his/her occupation, and society are taken into account. Principles and practices of IV therapy are emphasized.

NUR   230   Management of Patient Care
Prerequisite(s): NUR 220 Nursing Across the Lifespan with a “C” or higher. 12 credit hours (8 didactic, 4 clinical). This course focuses on the management of patient care for larger groups.  Health promotion and other treatment modalities are explored. Critical thinking is emphasized in the organization, coordination, and delegation of client care.  Clinical experience is provided in the care of patients with more acute or complex conditions in areas such as medical, surgical, critical care, emergency room, and perioperative services.  Leadership and management issues are explored as they relate to nursing practice.   

AMT   109  Intro to Automotive Technology
Prerequisite(s): None. 

This course is an introduction to automotive technology as it relates to safety, tools, and history.  Topics covered include safety and pollution training, proper tool usage, lift safety, chemical safety, decoding VIN numbers, brief history of the automobile, and using service information.  

AMT   111  Electrical 1
Prerequisite(s): None. 

This is an introductory course to automotive electrical systems diagnostics and service. Topics covered are the principles of basic electrical circuits, battery and starting circuits, and an introduction to basic automotive electronics. Diagnosis, testing and unit repair for each circuit are also taught.  

AMT   116   Electrical 2
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT111 with a grade of C or higher.

This advanced course builds on the material learned in AMT111 Electrical Systems I. Subjects include charging and lighting, along with testing, diagnosis and unit repair for each circuit.  

AMT   121   Engine Performance 1
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT116 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This is an introductory course to three areas of engine performance: Ignition, Fuel, and Emission Control systems.  An introduction to computer control and electronics as related to ignition, fuel and emission control systems is also covered. 

AMT   125  Engine Performance 2
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT121 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course builds on the material learned in AMT121 Engine Performance I. The areas of automotive electronics including microprocessors, sensors and actuators as related to ignition, fuel and emission control systems are studied. The operation and diagnosis/testing of these systems are also covered. 

AMT   149   Suspension & Steering 1
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT 111 & AMT180 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

Areas taught are automotive/light truck steering and suspension systems theory, design, maintenance and service/repair. Subjects covered are straight axles, short/long arm independent suspension, and McPherson struts. 

AMT   152   Suspension & Steering 2
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT149 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course builds upon the material learned in AMT 151 Steering & Suspension I. Areas taught are steering and suspension geometry, diagnosis of tire wear, wheel alignment, and tire replacement/ repair/balancing. 

AMT   170    Brakes 1
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT 111 & AMT180 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course is a study of the basic theory and design of modern automotive and light truck braking systems. Adjustment, service and repair of drum and disc brake systems are taught, along with the diagnosis of braking problems. 

AMT   171    Brakes 2
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT170 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course builds upon the material learned in AMT170 Brakes I. Subject areas taught include electronic controls – antilock brake systems, traction and stability control, and hybrid braking systems

AMT   180    Electrical 3 
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT116 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course builds on the material learned in AMT 116 Electrical Systems II. Subjects include instrumentation, accessory, and restraint systems. Testing, diagnosis and unit repair are taught for each subject area. 

AMT   200    Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles 1
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT180 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

Areas studied are automotive transmission/ transaxle theory, design and service. The course introduces the basic concepts, and then proceeds from the simple to the more complex units. Areas included are power flow, hydraulic operation, electronic control, diagnosis and service. 

AMT   201    Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles 2
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT200 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course builds upon the material learned in AMT200 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles I.  Areas studied include automotive transmission/transaxle diagnosis, repair and overhaul. 

AMT   205    Manual Transmissions & Transaxles
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT180 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

Addressed are areas of modern automotive manual drive-train and axle theory, design, maintenance, service and repair. The course will include flywheel and clutch design, manual transmissions, transfer cases, driveshaft and universal joints, constant velocity joints, differentials (conventional and limited-slip) and drive axles. 

AMT   221    Engine Repair 1
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT125 and AMT180 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor. 

This class consists of the study of the basic theory, design and service of automotive/light truck engines. The class covers engine removal/replacement and in-vehicle repairs. 

AMT   250    Engine Repair 2
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT221 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course builds upon material learned in AMT 221 Engine Repair I. Subjects taught are diagnosis, inspection, measurement and repair of automotive/light truck engines. 

AMT   264    Agricultural Power
Prerequisite(s): None.

This course is designed to provide students with the theoretical basis, knowledge, and skills necessary for the repair and maintenance of small gas engines and basic hydraulic systems. Emphasis will be placed on laboratory safety, general laboratory measurements, engine operation, compression, fuel, governor, electrical, cooling, lubrication systems, engine troubleshooting, and basic hydraulics. 

AMT   265    Engine Performance 3
Prerequisite(s): AMT125 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This course builds on the material learned in AMT125 Engine Performance II.  The course begins with a review of ignition, fuel and emission control systems. Diagnostic concepts as applied to Asian and advanced General Motors, Ford and Chrysler systems are studied. The course ends with a section on alternative power sources.

AMT   270    Electrical 4
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT180 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

This advanced course builds on the material learned in AMT 111, 116, and 180. Areas of study are body control modules, antitheft/security systems and automotive networking/multiplexing systems.  An introduction to hybrid vehicles is also included in the course. 

AMT   275    Heating & Air Conditioning
Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT270 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.

Areas studied are the theory, design and service/repair of automotive climate control systems. Safety practices and troubleshooting of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems used on cars and light trucks are taught. 

BIO   210   Laboratory Operations
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. This course is an introduction to technical writing, technical math and common regulations used in the laboratory. The class offers practice in document design and editing. The laboratory math component prepares students for the advanced problem solving applications associated with laboratory practice.  

BIO   225   Laboratory Safety
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. This course will enable the student to understand safety in the laboratory, including the secure use and handling of biological and chemical materials. Topics covered will include safety procedures in Biosafety Level 2 labs, safety with infectious disease, safe handling of hazardous biological and chemical materials, and discussion of safe handling of radiological materials and safe practices with small animals in laboratory settings.  

BIO   226   Laboratory Safety Lab
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. This course will enable the student to develop what is known in industry as GLP or defined Good Laboratory Practice. This will include the secure use and handling of biological and chemical and radiological materials in a laboratory setting. Topics covered will include safety procedures in Biosafety Level 2 labs, safety with infectious disease, safe handling of hazardous biological and chemical materials and safe practices with small animals in a laboratory setting.

BIO   250   Biotechnology Techniques
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. This course introduces the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in a biological or chemical laboratory. Emphasis is placed on good manufacturing practices, safe practice, solution preparation, and equipment operation and maintenance following standard operating procedures.        

BIO   251   Biotechnology Techniques Lab
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. The intent of this course is to offer an environment where the development of skills necessary for laboratory work can be made. BIO251 is to be taken concurrently with BIO250 which introduces the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in a biological or chemical laboratory. Strong emphasis is placed on developing competency in good manufacturing practices, safe practice, solution preparation, and equipment operation and maintenance, following standard operating procedures.

BIO   260   Molecular Techniques
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. This course will prepare students to use general strategies to work with nucleic acids in the biotechnology lab. Specific methods include DNA cloning activities, plasmid purification, transformation of bacterial cells, restriction enzyme analysis, PCR, Southern blot, and micro arrays.

BIO   261   Molecular Techniques Lab 
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. This course will prepare students to use general strategies to work with nucleic acids in the biotechnology lab. Specific methods include DNA cloning activities, plasmid purification, transformation of bacterial cells, restriction enzyme analysis, PCR, Southern blot, and micro arrays. 

BIO   270   Cell Culture Techniques 
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Biotechnology program or approval of the Director of Bioscience. Students will maintain various mammalian cell lines in culture during this course using media prepared in previous class without contamination. The goal is to incorporate adherent, semi-adherent and suspension cell lines. Culture techniques will be extended to plant cells, insects, fungi and fish cells if possible. While the mammalian cultures are being maintained, students will learn aseptic techniques, cell passage, cryopreservation, cell viability, culture media preparation, fetal bovine serum selection, and cell counting.  

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all other courses in the Advanced Biotechnology Certificate program. This internship allows students to gain real job experience in the biotechnology industry before completion of the certificate. The intern will be placed in an industry involved in one of the program’s focus areas. 

BTR   102   Safety Orientation (OSHA 10)
Prerequisite(s): None. This course covers the tolls and materials required for Building Trades.  Students will be introduced to wood and lumber, engineered lumber products, fasteners, hand tools, portable power tools and, stationary power tools. Students will be instructed of the nature, characteristics, and application of the materials used in the construction industry.  The course also identifies the importance of accurately reading blueprints and integrates current building codes and zoning ordinances in building construction.  Students are instructed in building layout and use of a variety of measuring, leveling, and layout tools.

BTR 104 OSHA 30 Construction Industry Certification

The OSHA 30 training program is intended training for supervisors and employees alike. The program helps the trainees to be more knowledgeable about workplace hazards, their rights and contribution to the workforce ensuring a secure work site. Prerequisite(s): None

BTR   106   Introductory Craft Skills
This course will build foundational skills in the construction industry. Students will complete nine modules including modules in the NCCER Core/entry-level subject matter of the industry as well as an introduction to construction drawings. Prerequisite(s): None

BTR   116   Carpentry Basics
Prerequisite(s): None. This course is designed to provide the student with a fundamental knowledge of the basic steps involved in all construction projects. While each carpentry task is somewhat different, most involve the same basic steps: working from blueprints, laying out the structure, assembling the structure, and checking the work afterward. 

BTR   121   Floors, Walls & Ceiling Framing
Prerequisite(s): None. This course will cover framing basics as well as the procedures for laying out and constructing a wood floor using common lumber as well as engineered building materials. The course will also describe the procedures for laying out and framing walls and ceilings including roughing-in door and window openings, construction corners and partition T’s, bracing walls and ceilings, and applying sheathing. 

BTR   131   Roof Framing
Prerequisite(s): None. This course describes the various kinds of roofs and contains instructions for laying out rafters for gable roofs, hip roofs, and valley intersections. Coverage includes both stick-built and truss-built roofs. 

BTR 134 Workplace Skills 

This course is designed to provide the student with techniques and procedures for employment. It is designed with two modules, with written and performance testing of each. Close attention is given to resume building and interview skills. Prerequisite(s): None

BTR   136   Windows, Doors & Stairs
Prerequisite(s): None. This course describes the various types of windows, skylights, and exterior doors, and provides instructions for installing them. This course also includes instructions for installing weather-stripping and locksets. Additionally, the course will introduce students to the various types of stairs and the common building code requirements related to stairs. The module focuses on the techniques for measuring and calculating the rise, run, and stairwell openings, layout out stringers, and fabricating basic stairways. 

BTR   141   Cabinet Installation / Kitchen Design
Prerequisite(s): BTR 102, 106, 116, 121, 131, and 136 with a grade of C or higher. This course covers the application of carpentry to construct cabinets used in residential carpentry. Topics covered include kitchen location, design, arrangement of cabinets, lighting, standard cabinet sizes, cabinet materials, drawer guides, the work triangle, and building of cabinet units.  

BTR   155   Drywall, Insulation & Finishing

This course presents instruction, application, and practice in drywall, installation, and finishing for residential and commercial construction. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102, 106, 116, 121, and 131 with a grade of C or higher.

BTR 175 NCCER Carpentry Level 2

This course is designed to provide the student with an advanced knowledge of construction techniques and procedures. It is designed with 11 modules, with written and performance testing of each. Closer attention is given to the envelopment of a structure and the installation of interior products. Prerequisite(s): BTR 102, 106, 116, 121, and 131 with a grade of C or higher

ACC   120   Financial Accounting
Prerequisite(s): ACC100 with a grade of C or higher or successful completion of a basic accounting course at the high school or college level.  Emphasis is on working with financial reporting and analysis, accounting information systems, internal control, depreciation, inventories, current and long-term assets, current and long-term liabilities, and equity for a merchandising business.  Commercial and specialized accounting software is used to solve most problems. 

ACC   125   Computerized Accounting
Prerequisite(s): ACC100 or higher with a grade of C or higher. This course covers small business accounting using QuickBooks software. Topics include printing reports, creating a chart of accounts, recording customer and vendor transactions, processing payrolls, creating new companies, working with budgets, exporting to other software, and using the audit trail.  

ACC   130   Payroll Accounting
Prerequisite(s): ACC100 or higher with a grade of C or higher.  Development of skills in preparing time cards, payroll registers, individual employee earnings records, payroll checks, governmental reports, and journal entries both manually and electronically. Included are the study of government regulations that affect payroll and controls needed in a payroll system.  

ACC   140   Managerial Accounting
Prerequisite(s): ACC100 Business Accounting or successful completion of a basic accounting course at the high school or college level with a grade of C or higher. Emphasis is on accounting for corporations, cash flow and financial statement analysis; departmental and manufacturing accounting; spreadsheet and commercial accounting software are used to solve problems. 

ACC   270   Tax Accounting
Prerequisite(s): None.  A study and preparation of income tax returns and a study of tax regulations and forms. 

BUS   111   Personal Finance
Prerequisite(s): None. This course focuses on basic skills in the management of money with an emphasis on the viewpoint of the individual. Topics covered include budgeting, bank accounts, credit cards, borrowing, real estate and housing, transportation, savings, investments, insurance, taxation, retirement, and estate planning.

BUS   120   Business English
Prerequisite(s): None. This course will enable the student to master language principles for the information age. The student will develop language skills while gaining computer experience. The student will gain expertise in basic rules of English grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and number style. 

ACC   100   Business Accounting
Prerequisite(s): None. Business Accounting includes the theory and practice associated with double entry accounting. Special emphasis is placed on the preparation of the documents necessary to complete the accounting cycle. Topics include: transactions, journals, financial statements, schedules, adjustments/closing entries, accounting cycle, cash control, bank reconciliation, and payroll.  

BUS   111   Personal Finance
Prerequisite(s): None. This course focuses on basic skills in the management of money with an emphasis on the viewpoint of the individual. Topics covered include budgeting, bank accounts, credit cards, borrowing, real estate and housing, transportation, savings, investments, insurance, taxation, retirement, and estate planning.

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BUS   255   Principles of Management
Prerequisite(s): None. This course teaches the basic components of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. The course will focus on the fundamentals of management as they are practiced today.

BUS   120   Business English
Prerequisite(s): None. This course will enable the student to master language principles for the information age. The student will develop language skills while gaining computer experience. The student will gain expertise in basic rules of English grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and number style.  

BUS   125   Business Communication
Prerequisite(s): CIS100 and BUS120 with a grade of C or higher. This course covers the role of communication in the business environment and focuses on the most effective methods for creating, sending, and receiving messages. This involves the use of effective oral and written communication skills and writing and evaluating business documents using the principles of correct style, organization, and format.

BUS   126   Introduction to Business
Prerequisite(s): None. This course is a foundation course on business and its importance in a free market economy and includes a study of types of business ownership and operations.  Business terminology is used to understand and interpret business news and information. 

BUS   130   Records & Information Management
Prerequisite(s): CIS100 with a grade of C or higher. Instruction in the creation, maintenance, protection, and disposition of records stored in a variety of media forms. Instruction will include the ARMA (Association for Records Managers and Administrators, Inc.) rules for filing, retrieving documents, and specialized functions such as micrographics and optical disc technology. Also included are laws relating to records management. 

BUS   185   Business Ethics & Human Relations
Prerequisite(s): None.  This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues facing the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral development. The course emphasizes employability skills such as communication, work habits and attitudes, ethics, conflict management, motivation and problem solving, self-concept, perception, self-awareness, personality, values, and communications. 

EPD   101   OSHA10
Prerequisite(s): None. This quality safety training course is intended to inform students about the general hazards of construction work.  Completion of the Construction Industry version, which is geared towards new construction projects, major renovation work, and demolition will prepare students for work that will be completed at the job site.

EPD   105   Climbing Skills
Prerequisite(s): CDL Required. Introduction to proper methods of climbing wood pole structures. The student must master climbing wood pole structures with and without the use of a pole safety strap. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be qualified in two methods of pole top rescue. 

EPD   110   Pole Framing & Construction Specifications
Prerequisite(s): CDL Required. Introduction to Rural Electric Association line construction specifications and knowledge of pole framing on the ground and aerial framing. The student will gain a working knowledge of 7200 volt, 14,400 volt and 34,500 volt primary distribution systems. The student will also be introduced to copper and aluminum primary conductors and line staking. 

EPD   120   Equipment Operation
Prerequisite(s): CDL Required. Mastery of safe operation of various digger/derrick trucks, bucket/basket aerial platforms and trenchers commonly used in overhead and underground electric distribution work. The student will safely operate and perform routine maintenance and inspection on all units. 

EPD   125   Setting & Replacing Poles
Prerequisite(s): CDL Required. Theory in pole setting and change-out techniques. Emphasis is placed on setting and replacing poles in energized lines with digger/derrick trucks. The student will also gain a working knowledge of the proper use of cover-up material, both hard shell and rubber goods; vehicle grounding practices; manual pole setting; temporary pole supports; and worksite hazard analysis. 

EPD   137   Transformer Theory and Installation
Prerequisite(s): CDL Required. Introduction to basic electricity, related math, and transformer theory with hands-on experience in the installation and connection of single transformer. Experience in installation and connection of single transformers and various three-phase transformer banks s and various three-phase transformer banks. Topics include transformer over voltage and over current protection; equipment grounding; cutout and lightning arrestor use and installation; current and potential transformer applications; use of VOM; and principles of troubleshooting.  Other topics addressed are transformer over voltage current protection, equipment grounding, cutout and lightning arrestor installation, current transformer applications, use of the Voltage Ohm Meter (VOM), and basic troubleshooting techniques are also practiced.  

EPD   140   Service Installation & Metering
Prerequisite(s): Must have passed EPD199. Working knowledge of single- and three-phase watt hour meter applications with practical experience in the installation and sizing of service conductors, construction and installation of meter loops and poles, instrument metering, and temporary service installations. Tampering and power theft, grounding and safe work practices are also covered. 

EPD   145   Conductor Installation & Repair
Prerequisite(s): Must have passed EPD199. This course focuses on the repair of various types of aluminum and copper conductors. Students will gain practical experience in the dead ending and splicing of conductors and installation of conductor shoes and clamps, and in the use of preformed line ties and service grips, bolt-on and compression connectors and sleeves, compression tools, strap hoists, pulling grips, sag charts and tables, mechanical jumpers, and grounding practices. 

HVA   103 Safety Orientation/OSHA10
Prerequisite(s): None.  This quality safety training course is intended to inform students about the general hazards of construction work. Completion of the Construction Industry version, which is geared towards new construction projects, major renovation work, and demolition, will prepare students for work that will be completed at the job site. 

HVA   1044   HVAC Fundamentals
Prerequisite(s): None.  This course in refrigeration is designed to include how mechanical refrigerators operate, heat and flow, temperature measurement, pressure, and states of matter, as well as the laws of refrigeration. Safety procedures will also be taught.  

HVA   1104 Electrical Fundamentals
Prerequisite(s): None. This course is an introduction to generation of electricity, types of electricity, direct and alternating current circuit fundamentals, magnetism, and electrical components. 

HVA   120   Domestic Refrigeration
Prerequisite(s): HVA1044.  Terminology associated with domestic refrigeration, identification of types of domestic refrigeration, location of data plates and their purpose. Also covered will be sealed system components, their function, operation, as well as locating and solving problems in a safe manner. 

HVA   130   Controls & Motors
Prerequisite(s): HVA1044. Electric control circuits in ladder diagram, and pictorial form. Also covered will be ice-maker diagrams, comfort cooling controls, central air conditioning controls, pressure motor controls, motor safety controls, defrost controls and humidity controls. 

HVA   140   Heating System Fundamentals
Prerequisite(s): None. Terminology associated with heating and humidification. Heating equipment covered will include gas heating systems, hydronic heating, electric heating and oil heating as well as humidification.  

HVA   150   Cooling
Prerequisite(s): HVA130. Focus on operation, installation, and service procedures for heat pumps and complete air conditioning systems. 

HVA   151   Advanced Refrigeration
Prerequisite(s): HVA1044, HVA1104, and HVA120 with a grade of C or higher or with instructor approval.  Students will gain the knowledge of special refrigeration application systems, commercial ice machines, and the ability to troubleshoot and understand the sequence of operation and commercial systems. 

CRT   100   Principles of Information Assurance
Prerequisite(s): None. Principles of Information Assurance is designed to teach the principles and practices that all computer users need to keep themselves safe, both at work and at home. By presenting best practices along with a small amount of theory, students are taught both what to do and why to do it. Topics covered include how to secure both clean and corrupted systems, protecting your personal data, securing simple computer networks, and safe Internet usage.   

CRT   115   INT Essentials
Prerequisite(s): None. This course will provide students with the necessary foundation of basic knowledge (in number systems, electronics, and computing) to enhance their ability to successfully progress through and complete the INT program.  

CRT   119   Windows Administration using PowerShell
Prerequisite(s): None. This course will enable the student to understand the need for Windows administrators to know and understand PowerShell for managing Windows systems. This includes using PowerShell cmdlets and writing PowerShell scripts.    

CRT   126   Advanced Operating Systems and PC Hardware
Prerequisite(s): None. This course covers personal computer operating systems and hardware to enforce skills related to the CompTIA A+ certification exam. Operating system topics include installation, management, functionality, security, configuration, and virtualization, which are covered primarily within Microsoft Windows. Hardware topics cover CPUs, memory, motherboards, storage and I/O devices, power supplies, home networking, and computer safety. 

CRT   144   UNIX Fundamentals
Prerequisite(s): CRT 126 with a grade of C or higher. The course is intended for new users of UNIX and teaches students how to use UNIX operating system commands. Students will learn fundamental command-line features of the UNIX environment including file system navigation, file permissions, the text editor, command shells and basic network use. This course utilizes the Linux operating system to teach basic UNIX commands, concepts and structure.  

CRT   148   Microsoft Windows Network Operating Systems
Prerequisite(s): CRT126 with a grade of C or higher. This course is intended as an introduction to the current version of Microsoft's Windows network operating system. Material presented extends from creating a site plan, through installation, configuration, administrative management and finishes with disaster recovery. Installation and management of virtual servers and secure networking are integrated within coursework. Students utilize hands-on activities to reinforce presented concepts.  

CRT   151   Infrastructure Virtualization
Prerequisite(s): CRT 126 with a grade of C or higher. This hands-on training course explores installation, configuration, and management of virtual servers and desktops. Course content also consists of monitoring, scaling, and protecting virtual computer networks. Students will learn the business and technical perspectives of virtualization. The course primarily uses VMWare vSphere, vCenter, and ESX/ESXi technologies to present the material. Students who complete the course are prepared to sit for the VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) Exam for which this class meets the prerequisite.  

CRT   170   Introduction to Networks
Prerequisite(s): None. This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. This is one of four courses required for CNSS 4011 certification (CRT120, CRT125, CRT181).  

MLT   2216  MLT Hematology/Coagulation
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or instructor approval. This course presents the theory behind hematologic principles including the formation of blood cells, identification of normal and abnormal blood cells as they correlate to disease. Also included is the study of coagulation, the clotting and fibrinolytic mechanisms of the blood. Students will learn the theory and skills required to perform medical laboratory testing in Hematology and Coagulation.

MLT   2303   MLT Urinalysis & Body Fluids
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or instructor approval. This course will provide the student with in-depth knowledge of the function of the kidney, urine formation, and the procedures utilized in performing a routine urinalysis and body fluid analysis. Correlation of abnormal findings and disease states will be discussed. Other body fluids included in this course are feces, seminal, amniotic, cerebrospinal, pleural, pericardial, and peritoneal. Discrimination between normal and abnormal findings and correlation of this knowledge to disease states will be included in the course material.

MLT   2416   MLT Clinical Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or instructor approval. This course will cover the physiology of the body and the biochemical reactions that are necessary for a healthy existence. The human condition is evaluated by biochemical shifts in different systems that maintain homeostasis during healthful periods. Basic interpretations of biochemistry and the concentration of enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, electrolytes, blood gases, and therapeutic drug monitoring will be discussed. The student will perform routine clinical tests on biological fluids, maintain quality assurance records, and perform preventative maintenance on instrumentation.

MLT   2503  MLT Immunology
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or instructor approval. This course presents the theory, practice, and clinical applications in the fields of immunology and serology. The student will perform routine serological tests and apply them to disease processes.

MLT   2706   MLT Pathogenic Microbiology
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or instructor approval. This course will survey microbiology as it is applicable to a clinical laboratory. Procedures for routine specimen collection will be discussed and practiced. Normal flora and pathogenic bacteria will be identified by morphology, staining characteristics, growth on selective media, biochemical testing and serological methods. Basic theory in antimicrobial susceptibility testing will be covered. Principles of all tests will be studied. Study of viruses and chlamydia will be limited to the processing and handling of specimens for consultant referral and principles of serological testing. Normal and pathogenic parasites and fungal elements will be identified and procedures utilized for proper identification will be discussed.

MLT   2806  MLT Immunohematology
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program or instructor approval. A study of the immunology of blood, including those principles and practices that are known collectively as blood banking. An overview of blood component collection and component preparation is presented. Basic concepts of genetics, immunology and antiglobulin testing are included as a foundation for the understanding of the blood group systems and antibody detection and identification. Current transfusion practices are discussed. The student will gain experience in performance of techniques in immunohematology.

MLT   2988   Clinical Internship for MLT 
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all technical courses. This course will offer students one-on-one work experience with clinical instructors to refine clinical laboratory skills within a designated clinical affiliate laboratory. This clinical internship will include 240 hours of clinical experience. This course will integrate knowledge gained in all MLT courses with practical experience in hematology, coagulation, chemistry, immunology, Immunohematology, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology.

NUR   107   KSPN Foundations of Nursing
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN program, and concurrent enrollment in NUR108. This course utilizes the nursing standards of practice based on principles of biology, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural to meet the needs of clients throughout the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on basic nursing skills, patient safety and therapeutic communication. Concepts and skills are enhanced in subsequent courses.

NUR   108   KSPN Foundations of Nursing Clinical
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN program, and concurrent enrollment in NUR107. This course explores the art and science of nursing. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, cultural and spiritual awareness, communication, data collection, performance of basic nursing skills, and documentation. Principles of safe medication administration are introduced. 

NUR   111   KSPN Pharmacology
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN program. This course introduces the principles of pharmacology, drug classifications, and the effects of selected medications on the human body. The nursing process is used as the framework for ensuring safe and effective nursing care for clients across the lifespan.

NUR   117   KSPN Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Prerequisite(s): NUR107 and NUR108 with a “C” or higher; concurrent enrollment in NUR118. This course focuses on the effect of disorders of selected systems throughout the lifespan and applies the nursing process in meeting basic needs. Health promotion and maintenance, rehabilitation and continuity of care are emphasized. The role of the practical nurse is incorporated throughout. 

NUR   118   KSPN Medical-Surgical Nursing I Clinical
Prerequisite(s): NUR107 and NUR108 with a “C” or greater; concurrent enrollment in NUR117. The intent of this course is to provide simulated and actual care situations of selected systems throughout the lifespan, utilizing acute and long-term care settings. An emphasis is placed on integrating critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills, pharmacology, nutrition and nursing process data.

NUR   133   Personal and Career Orientation
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102 with a grade of 90% or better, NUR 111, NUR117 with a “C” or better, and NUR118. This seminar-style course provides orientation to the LPN role and responsibilities. Seminar sessions will be held during the spring semester. 

NUR   134   KSPN Mental Health Nursing 
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102, NUR 111, NUR 117, and NUR 118 with a “C” or better. This course explores basic concepts and trends in mental health nursing. Therapeutic modalities and client behavior management are discussed. Emphasis is placed on using the nursing process and meeting the basic human needs of the mental health client.

NUR   136   KSPN Gerontology 
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102, NUR 111, NUR 117, and NUR 118 with a “C” or better. This course is designed to explore issues related to the aging adult using the nursing process as the organizing framework. Also discussed are the impact of ageism, alterations in physiological and psychosocial functioning, and the role of the practical nurse in caring for older adult clients. 

Prerequisite(s): NUR 134, NUR 136, NUR137, and NUR138 with a “C” or better. The student builds on knowledge and understanding gained in NUR 117 and NUR 137, and continues the development of nursing skills while planning and providing care for the child bearing family. The primary clinical focus is on the nursing care of women and newborns.

WLD   100   Welding Safety/OSHA 10
Prerequisite(s): None. Through a variety of classroom and/or lab learning and assessment activities, students in this course will explain job/site safety and precautions for job/site hazards; determine the uses of personal protective equipment (PPE); identify the safety equipment and procedures related to safe work practices and environment; identify fire prevention and protection techniques; explore Hazardous Communications (HazCom) including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

WLD   110   Welding Metallurgy
Prerequisite(s): WLD 100. Metallurgical principles applied to welding; mechanisms of strengthening, phase equilibria, and microstructure of the weld zone.

WLD   1153   Blueprint Reading
Prerequisite(s): None. In this course students will be provided exposure to blueprint reading beginning with identification of specific lines, views, abbreviations, symbols, joints and shapes specific to the welding industry. Students will interpret basic 3D sketches using orthographic projection and blueprints and solve mathematic equations and interpret scale ratios. Use of measuring tools and interpreting a Bill of Materials are also components of this course.

WLD   1303   Cutting Processes 
Prerequisite(s): None. This course will include the cutting of ferrous metals with manual motor-driven and automatic oxy-acetylene shape cutting equipment, as well as high-energy plasma arch and carbon-arch cutting. 

WLD   1404   Intro to SMAW  
Prerequisite(s): None. In this course, students will explore the tools, safety and operating procedures essential when working with Shielding Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) equipment. In a supervised setting, students will set up equipment, build weld pads with selected electrodes in both the flat and horizontal positions. Students will also weld selected joints and inspect SMAW welds for uniformity and tolerance. 

WLD   145   SMAW Advanced Structural
Prerequisite(s): WLD 100 and WLD 140. This course will provide advanced instruction in shielded metal arc welding safety, theory, and the skills used for all positions of shielded metal arc welding. 

WLD   1504   Intro to GMAW
Prerequisite(s): None. In this introductory course students will be introduced to the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) principles, processes and safe practice. Through practice and application students will associate GMAW electrode classifications with base metals and joint criteria and build pads of weld beads in the flat and horizontal positions. Students will produce basic GMAW welds on selected weld joints and perform visual inspection of welds for quality and tolerance.

WLD   155   GMAW Advanced
Prerequisite(s): WLD100- Welding safety/OSHA 10. Students will receive instruction in proper setup and operation of MIG welding equipment to weld in all positions on aluminum and mild steel.