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2015-2016 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM
The course numbering system is alpha-numeric, consisting of four letters and three numbers. The letters indicate the subject area of the course. Developmental courses have a zero as the initial digit. Freshman level courses carry numbers between 100 and 199. Sophomore courses are numbered 200 to 299. Junior and senior level courses carry numbers between 300 and 499.
Speaking and Writing Reading Intensive courses are indicated in the course description section of this catalog.
Listing for Special Instruction Courses. Vincennes University offers instruction tailored to the needs of special populations. The instruction is individualized to the particular needs of the business or industry, with emphasis that the content be college level. The following courses are established to permit flexibility within established credit hour designations.
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Education |
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EDUC 423 - Topics in Mathematics Education and Contemporary Adolescent Literacy Standards
3 hrs (Sem II)
Topics from various areas of mathematics education and/or mathematics which are not included in the regular undergraduate courses. In addition, this course is designed to help prospective secondary education teachers in all science content areas increase and enhance students’ learning through reading and writing by exploring the processes, principles and practices that support literacy development in the content area classroom. Offered in alternate (even-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 301 .
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EDUC 424 - Geometries for Teachers
1 hr (Sem II)
A course in the materials, devices and methods of teaching geometry in secondary schools. Offered in alternate (even-numbered) years. 1 lecture hour.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 301 . Corequisite(s): MATH 311 .
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EDUC 431 - Teaching Secondary Science I
3 hrs (Sem I)
Presents those techniques of science instruction and instructional materials most applicable to the teaching of science in the secondary school setting. Selection, utilization and evaluation of manipulatives, audiovisual materials, and equipment. Emphasis on use of current technology. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
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EDUC 432 - Teaching Secondary Science II
3 hrs (Sem I)
A second course in the materials, devices, and methods of teaching science in secondary schools. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EDUC 431 .
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EDUC 433 - Topics in Science Education and Adolescent Literacy and Reading Research
2 hrs (Sem II)
Topics from various areas of science education and/or science. In addition, this course is designed to help prospective secondary education teachers in all science content areas increase and enhance students’ learning through reading and writing by exploring the processes, principles and practices that support literacy development in the content area classroom. Offered in alternate (even-numbered) years. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in 8 credits of science courses.
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EDUC 477 - Supervised Student Teaching in Elementary Education
4 hrs (Sem II)
The Student Teaching experience will be completed in an inclusive classroom under the direct supervision of the University field supervisor and host teacher. Portfolio development will continue with the addition of artifacts related to interventions for students placed in the general education classrooms. One week of student orientation, followed by seven weeks of full-day teaching and related duties are required. 210 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Student Teaching.
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EDUC 492 - Supervised Student Teaching in Mild Intervention
5 hrs (Sem II)
Students will engage in full-day supervised student teaching in a special education classroom serving students with mild intervention needs. The students will be supervised by university supervisors and cooperating teachers at the host school during the eight week session of full-day experience. Students may have two placements depending on the exceptionality grouping at the site. The portfolio development begun in EDUC 200 will be completed by the end of this semester. 210 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Student Teaching.
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EDUC 493 - Senior Capstone Experience in Education
3 hrs (Sem II)
A course intended to synthesize and integrate the knowledge and skills of teaching and the general and liberal education course work. Students will be required to complete a major research project aimed at addressing a philosophic, social, political, economic, or historical problem connected to education. Activities in the course will include a major research paper and an oral presentation based on significant research and project results. These activities will be opportunities for students to display the content knowledge, research skills, critical thinking, affective learning, and presentation skills needed to be life-long learners. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Student Teaching.
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EDUC 494 - Capstone Experience; Secondary Science or Mathematics Education
3 hrs (Sem II)
A course intended to synthesize and integrate the knowledge and skills of the major course work and the general and liberal education course work. Students will be required to complete a major research paper aimed at addressing a philosophic, social, political, economic, or historical problem connected to Secondary Science or Mathematics Education. Activities in the course will include a major research paper and an oral presentation based on significant research and project results. These activities will be opportunities for students to display the content knowledge, research skills, critical thinking, affective learning, and presentation skills needed to be lifelong learners. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EDUC 421 and EDUC 422 or a grade of C or better in EDUC 431 and EDUC 432 . Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in EDUC 495 .
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EDUC 495 - Teaching in Public Schools
9 hrs (Sem II)
Ten weeks of student teaching to fit the needs of the individual student teacher. 70 clinical hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EDUC 421 and EDUC 422 ; or a grade of C or better in EDUC 431 and EDUC 432 .
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Electronics Technology |
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ELEC 100 - Basic Electricity and Electronics
5 hrs (Sem I)
Basic DC/AC circuit analysis using Ohm’s Law, use of test equipment, interpretation of circuit diagrams, amplifiers, digital logic, and power supplies, including batteries. Emphasis is on basic concepts and servicing techniques. 2 lecture hours, 8 laboratory hours.
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ELEC 101 - Fundamentals of Audio Equipment Maintenance
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Practical introduction to electricity, magnetism, circuit elements, test equipment and procedures, trouble shooting, preventive maintenance. Required course for students enrolled in the Music–Audio Recording Certificate Program. 4 lecture/laboratory hours.
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ELEC 110 - Basic Component and Circuit Analysis
6 hrs (Sem I, II)
Develops an understanding of basic DC and AC theory with mathematical analysis. Emphasis is on the function and characteristics of electronic components, basic circuit configurations, RCL circuits, vector analysis and resonance. 3 lecture hours, 9 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 , ENGL 009 and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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ELEC 130 - Digital Logic I
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
An introduction of fundamental digital electronic devices and circuits, including TTL logic, binary numbers, codes, and combinational logic circuits. 3 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.
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ELEC 151 - Linear Circuits
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
The theory, application, and design using transistors and operational amplifiers including power transistors, FET’s and other linear integrated circuits such as oscillators, timers and other specialized circuits. Emphasis is placed on biasing, troubleshooting, and testing of transistors and op-amp circuits. 2 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 110 .
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ELEC 180 - Digital Logic II
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
A course in digital electronics systems including counters, registers, decoders, digital to analog, analog to digital converters, and storage devices. Complete systems such as digital voltmeters, frequency counters, and digital clocks. 3 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 130 .
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ELEC 210 - Advanced Linear Circuits
2 hrs (Sem II)
A continuation of ELEC 151 with an emphasis on more advanced linear circuit applications. 1 lecture hour, 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 110 .
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ELEC 220 - Industrial Electronics Control
4 hrs (Sem I)
A course specializing in industrial systems and control techniques. Applications include industrial power supplies, vacuum tubes, magnetic amps, syncrosystems, servomotors, stepping motors, photo devices, temperature systems, motor speed control, three phase power, digital control and ladder diagrams with emphasis on programmable controllers for industrial control. 2 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 151 .
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ELEC 230 - Computer Electronics
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
The theory and application of microprocessors for control functions. Topics such as architecture, instruction sets, assembly language programming techniques, with interfacing experiments as used in industry. 2 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 130 .
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ELEC 240 - CET Preparation
1 hr (Sem II)
This course will be used to prepare Electronics 8360, Biomedical 8361, and Computer Repair 8363 students for the Associate Level Certified Electronics Technician test. 1 lecture hour.
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ELEC 245 - Communications Electronics
6 hrs (Sem I)
A communications course with emphasis on AM and FM transceivers used in land/mobile communications systems, microwave communications, directional and non-directional antenna systems, and rules and regulations governing this segment of the industry. 3 lecture hours, 9 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 151 .
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ELEC 270 - Soldering
1 hr (Sem II)
This course will include the soldering instruction on IPC soldering specifications. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on soldering experiences and understanding of the standard. Topics covered will include PTH and surface mount soldering, wire and terminal soldering, and inspection standards. Students will sit for IPC Certified IPC Specialist certification as part of the course. 1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours.
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ELEC 285 - Electronic Applications
6 hrs (Sem II)
A course to assist students to apply their electronics skills of research and design, system development, test and calibration and circuit repair. Drafting techniques, interpreting specification sheets, printed circuit board layout, the use of logbooks, as well as specialized equipment such as storage scopes will be employed. 3 lecture hours, 9 laboratory hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores, and a grade of C or better in ELEC 220 and ELEC 230 .
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Emergency Management |
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EMAP 100 - Principles of Emergency Management
3 hrs (Sem I)
The course will cover concepts of emergency management and its integration of systems, basic definitions, identification of hazards and resources. The role of the local emergency manager will be discussed and how this links to specific practices and information, including community hazards analysis, mitigation strategies, damage assessment, and assistance programs for recovery. The coordination of various systems, networks, and agreements among various government and other organizations will be discussed. Legal issues involving emergency management will be discussed. Students will learn to apply these skills and information learned through various group activities and exercises. 3 lecture hours.
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EMAP 130 - Incident Management Systems
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course covers all structures of the incident management systems. Topics include Firescope, Incident Command, Incident Management, Hospital Incident Management, and the National Incident Management System. Upon completion, students will be able to implement and operate within each system. 3 lecture hours.
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EMAP 160 - Emergency Preparedness and Planning
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course will provide each student with the tools necessary to effectively manage resources and perform risk assessment. Students will use computer software developed for emergency response and planning. 3 lecture hours.
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EMAP 180 - Weapons of Mass Destruction
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course covers nuclear, biological, chemical, and explosive incidents. Topics include the history of terrorism, N.B.C. agents, and terrorism planning techniques. 3 lecture hours.
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EMAP 205 - Responding to Terrorism Incidents
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course will prepare and improve the student’s ability to analyze the appropriateness of response plans, policies, procedures, and other preparedness elements. Identify the coordination procedures among local, state, and federal responders to terrorism events. 3 lecture hours.
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EMAP 215 - Emergency Exercise and Design
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is designed to develop skills that will enable individuals to train personnel who are responsible for preparing, responding, and recovery from disasters. This course is intended to test emergency operation plans and response capabilities. 3 lecture hours.
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EMAP 230 - Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management
2 hrs (Sem II)
This course provides students the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and operate an EOC during crisis situations. Topics include properly locating, designing, staffing, training, and briefing EOC personnel. Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate how to set up and operate an effective Emergency Operations Center. 2 lecture hours.
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EMAP 230L - Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management Lab
1 hr (Sem II)
This course will re-enforce the didactic portion of the course. Students working as a team will develop and implement emergency plans, pertaining to actual incidents. Students will participate in a simulated model community. 1 laboratory hour.
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Emergency Medical Services – Basic |
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EMTB 212 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
6 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed for individuals desiring to perform emergency medical care. Students will learn to recognize the seriousness of the patient’s condition, use the appropriate emergency care techniques and equipment to stabilize the patient, and transport to the hospital. Students meeting appropriate standards will be certified by the State of Indiana as Emergency Medical Technicians. 5 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours, 3 clinical laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students should be 18 years of age and hold a current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR certification or an American Red Cross (ARC) Professional Rescuer CPR certification.
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EMTB 220 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Advanced
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course continues to build on theory and practical skills obtained in the Basic EMT curriculum. Students will further enhance their patient assessment skills (obtaining patient medical history, physical examination of the patient, clinical decision-making, and documentation). Students will learn to safely and precisely access the venous circulation. Other areas that will be covered include assessment of trauma systems and mechanisms of injury, assessment and implementation of a field treatment plan for patients with hemorrhage or shock, cardiovascular and environmental emergencies. Students will also learn to assess and implement field treatment of pediatric and geriatric patients. This will be completed following an assessment based management treatment process. Students who successfully complete the course are eligible to take the State Certification written and practical skills exams for the Advanced EMT. Students must complete a minimum of fifteen hours of clinical/emergency room and fifteen hours of ambulance experience as part of the course requirements which are in addition to classroom time. 6 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must possess current Basic EMT certification and a current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR certification or an American Red Cross (ARC) Professional Rescuer CPR certification.
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EMTB 230 - Primary Instructor
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course will cover learning styles, philosophies and theories of education, interpersonal communication skills as it pertains to the classroom, motivational needs, different learning environments, lesson plan development, use of multi-media, evaluation techniques, course coordination and the importance of understanding psychomotor skill development. Students successfully completing the course and State Primary Instructor exam will be eligible to enter an internship phase. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Must be currently certified as an Indiana EMT-B or higher; scored 85% or higher on the State proctored BLS fund of knowledge exam and successfully completed the State proctored EMT-B practical skills exam in the past year; submitted a completed Training Institution Affiliation Form; and possess a GED or high school diploma.
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EMTB 250 - EMS Experience
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Students will experience realistic scenarios from dispatch to end of run activities, including scene safety, patient assessment and management, moving patients, care en-route to the hospital, communications, transfer of care, patient refusal management, proper PCRs and more. Students will work with a partner, using a “jump-kit”, and everything will be treated as real. Students will learn to handle patients in cardiac arrest, having a heart attack, stroke, multiple injuries, and various real life situations. Students will be required to complete an ambulance internship outside the classroom. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must possess current Basic or Advanced EMT certification. (Those that have completed the EMTB course and state testing but have not received their results may still enroll.)
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EMTB 260 - EMS Documentation
2 hrs (Sem I)
This course will analyze problems with medical documentation within the EMS service and create documentation strategies that will improve compliance with the medical, legal, and financial aspects of EMS documentation. If one is a new EMT or Paramedic and wishes to learn how to write a patient care record that meets everyone’s requirements, or perhaps employees are not documenting well enough, this course would assist in improving hese areas. The basics such as formatting, spelling, and abbreviations will be covered as well as “Who is a patient,” assessing and documenting mental capacity, consent to treat, dispatch, medical necessity, patient refusals, closest appropriate facility, changing the chart, improving documentation of insurance information, and effective call intake documentation. 2 lecture hours.
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Emergency Medical Services – First Responder |
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EMTF 120 - Medical First Responder
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course will use the United States Department of Transportation standard curriculum for Medical First Responders. This course is designed for individuals who arrive first on the scene of emergency incidents. Students are taught basic skills for administering medical, trauma, and mass casualty care during emergencies. Each student should be 18 years of age and hold a current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR certification or an American Red Cross (ARC) Professional Rescuer CPR certification. Students meeting appropriate standards will be certified by the State of Indiana as First Responders. 3 lecture hours.
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Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic |
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EMTP 160 - Paramedic Prehospital Care I
6 hrs (Sem I)
Students must have met all prerequisites and have been accepted by the Paramedic Admission Committee. The course presents national and state emergency medical services Paramedic curriculum including rules, responsibilities, communications and regulations. Students will review body systems and learn to recognize the seriousness of the patient’s condition and to use skills and knowledge in stabilizing and transporting. Theory and practical application in fluid therapy; basic and advance airway management, including intubation; pharmacology and drug calculations; and cardiology, including 12-lead ECG and cardiac assessment will be presented. 5 lecture hours and 4 laboratory hours.
Corequisite(s): EMTP 165 .
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EMTP 165 - Paramedic Clinical Education I
5 hrs (Sem I)
This course reinforces lecture/laboratory experiences in the hospital and ambulance clinical environment. The application of emergency management principles in intravenous therapy, advanced airway management, mental health crises and the emergency department will be learned. The student will apply emergency management techniques in respiratory and cardiac emergencies including the use of the ECG and administration of emergency pharmacological agents. The student will also complete 100 hours internship experience on a Paramedic ambulance in addition to 50 clinical hours in the hospital.
Corequisite(s): EMTP 160 .
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EMTP 260 - Paramedic Prehospital Care II
6 hrs (Sem II)
This course continues assessment and management of the cardiac patient including Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). The student will apply principles of assessment and emergency management of trauma related injuries including hemorrhage, shock, and burns. The Prehospital Trauma Life Support course is presented. Principles of assessment and emergency management of the medical patient including endocrinology, hematology, neurology, urology, toxicology, gynecology, obstetrics, and neonatology are covered. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) are two sub courses that increase preparation of the Paramedic to handle pediatric emergencies. 5 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 160 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 265 .
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EMTP 265 - Paramedic Clinical Education II
5 hrs (Sem II)
This course continues reinforcement of lecture/laboratory experiences in the hospital and ambulance clinical environment. The application of emergency management principles in intravenous therapy, advanced airway management, mental health crises and the emergency department will be continued. The student will apply emergency management techniques in respiratory and cardiac emergencies as well as trauma, medical, OB/GYN, pediatrics,geriatrics and substance abuse related emergencies. The student will also complete an additional 150 hours internship experience on a Paramedic ambulance in addition to 150 clinical hours in the hospital.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 165 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 260 .
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EMTP 290 - Paramedic Prehospital Care III
3 hrs (Summer)
This course continues with the study of geriatrics, home health care patients and patients with special challenges. In operations rescue awareness and crime scene awareness are presented along with terrorism and weapons of mass destruction. Operations level hazardous material is presented. A review of all didactic material and skills prepares the student for a summative written and practical exam therefore preparing them for the National Registry Exams. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 260 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 291 .
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EMTP 291 - Paramedic Clinical Education III
4 hrs (Summer)
Intensive clinical and ambulance experience designed to reinforce lecture and laboratory experiences in crisis situations. A final 150 hours of internship experience must be completed on the Paramedic ambulance in addition to 200 hours of hospital clinical experiences. The course provides review of theoretical and technical content and preparation for National Registry exams and employment.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 265 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 290 .
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English |
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ENGL 009 - Fundamentals of Writing
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed for students deficient in English fundamentals. Course work centers on writing sentences and paragraphs, with a limited introduction to the essay. Instruction is given in the elements of grammar, syntax, punctuation, and spelling. For students with a SAT Writing and Reading score of 370 or below or equivalent placement scores. 3 class hours.
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ENGL 011 - Basic Essay Writing
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to help students who have completed ENGL 009 but who are not yet ready for ENGL 101 , or for students whose placement scores indicate the need for additional preparation for ENGL 101 . ENGL 011 is a review of writing and editing skills. Students should have basic understanding of simple sentence structure; more advanced structure will be covered. Students will write paragraphs and short essays. Students will regularly complete assignments that integrate critical reading and writing. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): (1) SAT Writing and Reading scores of 380 or greater, or equivalent placement test scores, or (2) a passing grade in ENGL 009 and a grade of C or better in READ 009 .
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ENGL 101 - English Composition I
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
English Composition I is a college level course in critical reading and writing designed to help students develop their ability to think critically, to organize their thoughts, and to express ideas clearly and effectively. The course will focus on the various modes of expository writing, such as process, description, narration, comparison, cause/effect, and analysis, and give significant focus to argumentation. Students will be introduced to documentation. Numerous in-class assignments are required in addition to extended essays written outside of class. Required of all students. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): (1) SAT Writing score of 440 or greater and SAT Reading score of 420 or greater or equivalent placement test scores, and satisfactory placement essay score, (2) a grade of C or better in ENGL 011 and READ 011 , or (3) a grade of B or higher in ENGL 009 and a C or greater in READ 011 .
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ENGL 102 - English Composition II
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
A continued development of writing skills introduced in ENGL 101 . Students learn how to conduct research and how to base their writing on research. In addition to shorter documented papers, all students are required to write a longer investigative paper that must be fully documented according to MLA standards. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 ; and a grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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ENGL 107 - Business English
3 hrs (Sem II)
A course designed to meet the needs of students who plan to enter any phase of business–management, secretarial, etc. A study of business correspondence and research techniques is emphasized. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 .
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ENGL 108 - Technical Writing
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
A course designed to provide students of technology with the communication skills that enable them to compose effective, precise, concise, technical reports. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 .
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ENGL 109 - Broadcast Writing
3 hrs (Sem II)
A course exploring the various types of continuity used in today’s radio and television stations. Covers news, commercials, documentaries, commentaries, editorials, variety shows and drama, from both script format and content. Special emphasis is given to news, commercials, documentaries and public affairs writing. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 .
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ENGL 112 - Rhetoric and Research
3 hrs (Sem I)
Rhetoric and Research is an advanced course in composition that combines rhetorical principles with research writing strategies. Students learn how to incorporate outside sources into their writing and how to employ critical thinking skills to help them evaluate the validity of the sources that they use. A sequence of seven papers is required (a minimum of 7000 words). Writing assignments will vary and increase in complexity from a short, one-page summary to one long, ten to twelve page research paper. Except for in-class writing, all papers must be fully documented according to MLA standards. Students who receive at least a C in the class will not be required to take a second semester of composition. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): SAT Writing score of 530 or greater (23 or above on the ACT), or appropriate placement test scores.
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ENGL 125 - Portfolio Development
3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
This course offers students the opportunity to earn college credit for previous work experience, in-service training, reading, and their life experience. Those with college-level learning based on those experiences will prepare a portfolio for faculty assessors to evaluate for college credit in courses taught at VU. Their portfolio documents and authenticates experiences claimed. The award of credit rests ultimately with division deans of courses involved. 3 class hours.
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ENGL 126 - Portfolio Development II
2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
The purpose of this course is to offer an opportunity for students who have completed ENGL 125 to submit additional competencies to be evaluated for experiential credit. Students will revise all areas of their original portfolio and submit new competencies and documentation. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 125 .
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ENGL 127 - Portfolio Development III
1 hr (Offered on Demand)
The purpose of this course is to offer an opportunity for students who have completed ENGL 125 to submit additional competencies to be evaluated for experiential credit. Students will update their original portfolio and submit new competencies and documentation. 1 lecture hour.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 125 .
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ENGL 202 - Creative Writing
3 hrs (Sem II)
A course designed to give students the opportunity for creative expression through one or more of the literary genres - short fiction, novella, poetry, one-act drama, and essay. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 .
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ENGL 205 - Business Communications
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
A study of the principles and techniques of effective business communication. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of clear, concise, reader-oriented memoranda, letters, resumes, proposals, and reports. Instruction is provided in research techniques and a formal research report with complete documentation is required. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 .
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ENGL 249 - Elements of General Linguistics
3 hrs (Sem II)
A study of basic linguistic concepts and an introduction to historical, comparative, descriptive, and applied linguistics. Offered in odd numbered years. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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ENGL 250 - English Grammar
3 hrs (Sem II)
A study of the grammars of American English. A course designed to acquaint students with the modern descriptions of the structures of language. Offered in even numbered years. 3 class hours.
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Engineering |
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ENGR 105 - Engineering Graphics
2 hrs (Sem I)
The principles of engineering graphics are applied to the visualization, communication, and graphical analysis of problem. Included are the utilization of sketching and computer-aided design to create and analyze computer generated geometric models, manipulate coordinate systems, generate selective views, conform to graphic and data base standards, and interpret engineering drawings. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in MATH 016 or higher mathematics.
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ENGR 131 - Introduction to Engineering
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is an introduction to the engineering profession, which uses a multidisciplinary approach to the solution of problems that are societally relevant. It utilizes various activities structured to: foster the generation and exploration of creative ideas, develop systems, and use quantitative methods and data analysis to support design decisions. Modeling-development activities (engineering eliciting activities, EEAs) are used to challenge students to think innovatively across the engineering disciplines. The students will experience design and analysis processes in engineering, including: effective teamwork, project management, engineering fundamentals, engineering ethics, oral and graphical communication, logical and critical thinking, and modern computer-based engineering tools. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 016, or open to other students with a CPT EA score of 70 or greater.
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ENGR 200 - Engineering Surveys
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Basic procedures employed in plane surveying; theory of errors and their analysis; theory of surveying equipment use; accuracy appraisal and adjustment; development of surveying techniques and surveying computations. 2 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in MATH 118 .
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ENGR 205 - Statics
3 hrs (Sem I)
Mechanics for engineering students covering vectors; equilibrium; application involving beams, trusses and cables; hydrostatics; virtual work; potential energy; first and second movements of area, volume and mass. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 118 and PHYS 205 .
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ENGR 206 - Dynamics
3 hrs (Sem II)
Mechanics for engineering students covering kinematics, impulse and momentum, work and energy, rectilinear and curvilinear translations, relative motion, and vibrations. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 119 and PHYS 205 .
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ENGR 217 - Linear Circuits I
3 hrs (Sem I)
(The CSCI 126 prerequisite may be waived with instructor consent.) Fundamental properties of electric circuits. Ohm’s law, Kirchoff’s laws, mesh and nodal analysis with independent and dependent sources. Superposition, source transformations, Thevenin and Norton equivalency circuits. Transient response of RC, RL, and RLC circuits. Sinusoidal steady-state response and phasor diagrams. Instantaneous power, average power, RMS values. 3 lecture hours, 1 class hour.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 118 and CSCI 126 . Corequisite(s): ENGR 217L .
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ENGR 217L - Electronic Measurement Techniques
1 hr (Sem I)
Experimental exercises in lab instrument use. Voltage, current, impedance, frequency, and wave form measurements; frequency and transient response. 3 laboratory hours.
Corequisite(s): ENGR 217 .
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ENGR 218 - Linear Circuits II
3 hrs (Sem II)
Continuation of ENGR 217 . Use of Laplace Transform techniques to analyze linear circuits with and without initial conditions. Characterization of circuits based upon impedance, admittance, and transfer function parameters. Determination of frequency response via analysis of poles and zeros in the complex plane. Use of continuous time convolution to determine time domain responses. Properties and practical uses of resonant circuits and transformers. Input – output characterization of a circuit as a two-port. Low and high-pass filter design. 4 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGR 217 . Corequisite(s): ENGR 218L .
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ENGR 218L - Electronic Devices and Design Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Laboratory experiments in the measurement of electronic device characteristics. Design of biasing networks for small-signal amplifiers and switching circuits. 3 laboratory hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Corequisite(s): ENGR 218 and ENGR 255 .
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ENGR 235 - Thermodynamics
3 hrs (Sem II)
Develops an understanding of first law, second law, and some physical properties of thermodynamics, as well as some competence in application of principles to engineering systems. Entropy, reversible and irreversible processes, closed and open systems, properties of pure substances, control volume analysis, and gas power cycles. 3 lecture hours, 1 class hour.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 119 and PHYS 205 .
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ENGR 255 - Introduction to Electronics Analysis and Design
3 hrs (Sem II)
Introduction to diode, bipolar transistor and FET circuit models for design and analysis of electronic circuits. Single and multistage analysis and design. Introduction to digital circuits. Computer-aided design calculations, amplifier operating point design, frequency response of single and multistage amplifiers. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in ENGR 218 .
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ENGR 266 - Introduction to Digital System Design
3 hrs (Sem I)
An introduction to digital system design and hardware engineering, with an emphasis on practical design techniques and circuit implementation. Topics include Boolean algebra, combinational logic, minimization, gate implementation, electrical characteristics, propagation delay, timing diagrams, signed numbers, arithmetic circuits, flip-flops, Mealy and Moore machines, programmable logic devices, ABEL, and simple computer design. 3 lecture hours.
Corequisite(s): ENGR 266L .
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ENGR 266L - Digital System Design Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
Application of design techniques of ENGR 266 . Implementation of logic circuits and systems. TTL and PLD packages are utilized. 3 laboratory hours.
Corequisite(s): ENGR 266 .
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ENGR 270 - Introductory Structural Mechanics
3 hrs (Sem II)
Analysis of stress and strain, axial loading, torsional loading, flexural loading, combined loading, column loading and connections. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in PHYS 205 and ENGR 205 . Corequisite(s): ENGR 270L .
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ENGR 270L - Introductory Structural Mechanics Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
The basic characteristics of structural elements are illustrated through lab experiments. 3 laboratory hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Corequisite(s): ENGR 270 .
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ENTR 221 - Creating a Small Business
3 hrs (Sem I)
Topics will include analyzing your own potential, business feasibility, franchising location, insurance and owner liability, obtaining necessary capital, getting financial assistance, business plan development and computer simulation. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
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ESLG 001 - Listening Module
4 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
The first module of the series is an intensive introduction to the English language for non-native English speakers. This beginning course places emphasis on improving students’ listening comprehension of low to intermediate level oral English. In addition, students will work on alphabet, number, and vocabulary recognition. This course includes an introduction to reading and writing skills and takes an integrated approach in developing listening and reading comprehension skills, pronunciation, writing, and grammar skills. Varied activities will include projects, video presentations, discussions and dialogues, cultural and educational trips, lab time, and homework. This course is repeatable. Students successfully completing this module with a FOCAL score of 80% or higher move to the Reading Module. Eighteen class hours per week (four-week course).
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ESLG 002 - Reading Module
4 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
The second module of the series focuses on improving students’ reading comprehension and vocabulary at the low to intermediate level. Students develop greater skills in listening and speaking for basic communication in the classroom and outside the classroom, expand reading and writing skills, and begin focus on basic grammar. The course will take an integrated approach in developing listening and reading comprehension skills, pronunciation, writing, and grammar skills as well as grammar and vocabulary incorporated in the skills and writing classes relating to everyday life topics. Varied activities will include projects, video presentations, discussions and dialogues, cultural and educational trips, lab time, and homework. Authentic and academic material will be used to practice more advanced conversations and use of idioms. This course is repeatable. Students successfully completing this module with a FOCAL score of 80% or higher move to Writing Module I. Eighteen class hours per week (four-week course).
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ESLG 003 - Writing Module I
4 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
The third module of the series emphasizes sentence, paragraph and essay construction, with a focus on upper low to high intermediate level, idiomatic English. The class will continue to expand listening, speaking, and reading comprehension. Writing will include forms, notes, and expanded sentence and paragraph development. In addition, pronunciation will be emphasized. The course will take an integrated approach in developing listening and reading comprehension skills, pronunciation, writing, and grammar skills. Varied activities will include projects, video presentations, discussions and dialogues, cultural and educational trips, lab time, and homework. Authentic and academic material will be used to practice more advanced conversations and use of idioms. This course will be used to practice more advanced conversations and use of idioms. This course is repeatable. Students successfully completing this module with a FOCAL score of 84% or higher move to Writing Module II. Eighteen class hours per week (four-week course).
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ESLG 004 - Writing Module II
4 hrs (Sem I, II, Summer)
The fourth module of the series is a continuation of writing skills necessary to matriculate in classes taught wholly in English. Students will work on self-monitoring effectively when using basic grammatical structure and will be introduced to more complex structures. U.S. cultural values and thinking patterns are introduced through discussions, readings and writing. The course will include conversation and oral presentations; discussions centered on American culture; writing essays, letters, reports and research on the internet; and pronunciation. The course will take an integrated approach in developing listening and reading comprehension skills, pronunciation, writing, and grammar skills. Varied activities will include projects, journals, compositions, video presentations, discussions and dialogues, cultural and educational trips, lab time, and homework. Authentic and academic material will be incorporated. This course is repeatable until successful completion with a FOCAL score of 84% or higher. Eighteen class hours per week (four-week course).
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FACS 100 - Survey of Family and Consumer Sciences
1 hr (Sem I)
Exploration of the broad field of Family and Consumer Sciences in its many facets and orientation to the career possibilities. The curricula of various institutions will be carefully scrutinized with help in meeting the academic challenge. 1 lecture hour.
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FACS 101 - Color, Texture, and Furniture
3 hrs (Sem II)
An introduction to residential interior design, concentration on color, texture, and furniture. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 , ENGL 009 and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 115 - Clothing I
4 hrs (Sem I)
Individualized instruction in beginning clothing construction. Includes the use of a commercial pattern and machine to construct an actual garment. Discussion includes wardrobe planning and consumer issues that relate to textiles and clothing. 2 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours.
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FACS 120 - Foundations of Interior Design
3 hrs (Sem I)
Basics of drafting and detailing for residential interior designs. Functionalism will be emphasized. Students will critique and design basic floor plans. 3 class hours.
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FACS 130 - Infant, Toddler and Child Care
3 hrs (Sem I)
Principles and philosophy of infant, toddler, and child care. Social, emotional, mental, and physical development from birth to adolescence as it relates to care of infants, toddlers, and children are examined. Additional topics include safety concerns, special needs of children, and guidance of children. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 151 - Buying in Fashion
3 hrs (Sem II)
A comprehensive study of fashion merchandising and buying. Topics include buying practices and techniques, consumer buying and its impact, and the promotion of fashion. (May be offered in alternate years.) Offered in odd numbered years. 3 class hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 156 - Marriage and the Family
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
The study of human relations following the chronological order of the family cycle. Marriage and family living are considered with regard to personal and cultural relationships. The aim is to enable students to gain a better understanding of themselves and to make a better adjustment in their family life. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 and READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 201 - Design for Interiors
3 hrs (Sem II)
Planning of interiors and their furnishings in harmony with their exteriors. Projects will further develop lettering, detailing, drafting, and presentations. Visual and verbal communications as related to the interior design and housing profession. 4 studio hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FACS 120 and ARCH 102 or consent of the instructor.
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FACS 202 - Housing Design
3 hrs (Sem I)
A study of structure, site relationships, styles, and selection as related to social, economical, and environmental needs of the family. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 203 - Kitchen Design
3 hrs (Sem I)
Instruction of all facets of kitchen design including design elements, space planning, specification, cabinetry, measuring, electrical and plumbing requirements, and customer relations. Problem solving includes construction and design plans, pictorial presentation and specifications. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 , ENGL 009 , and MATH 010 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement scores.
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FACS 206 - Fundamentals of Nutrition
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
A study of the principles of nutrition, the requirements and interrelationship of nutrients, with application to personal and social needs. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , ENGL 011 ,and MATH 010 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 210 - Food Preparation
3 hrs (Sem I)
The basic principles involved in the preparation of food are both studied and applied. 2 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 215 - Clothing II
4 hrs (Sem II)
Intermediate clothing construction includes selection and care of clothing as related to roles and self-concept. Laboratory emphasis will be on originality and skill in construction, pattern selection, alteration and fitting, pressing, and decoration techniques. 2 lecture hours, 4 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FACS 115 .
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FACS 220 - Tailoring
3 hrs (Sem II)
A course in tailoring, custom tailoring of a suit or coat and advanced construction principles to develop interest, skill, and professional ability. 5 lecture/ laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FACS 215 .
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FACS 225 - Textiles
3 hrs (Sem II)
A study of textile fibers, yarns, fabric structure, color, design, and finishes with relation to textiles of importance to consumers. 3 lecture/laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 233 - Guiding Young Children
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course will cover practical and constructive child guidance approaches based upon sound research. Positive discipline strategies to help young children deal with stress, aggression, anger management, self-esteem issues, and more will be identified. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 235 - Child Care and Curriculum Development
3 hrs (Sem I)
Emphasis is placed upon the nature of early childhood development, influences on learning, and basic curriculum development and lesson planning utilizing developmentally appropriate practice for children under six. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. Corequisite(s): Suggested corequisite: FACS 235L .
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FACS 235L - Child Care Laboratory I
2 hrs (Sem I)
A practicum designed to allow students hands-on experience working with children in a day care setting. Students will be required to develop and implement learning activities while working with children. 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Mantoux TB test at the students’ expense. Corequisite(s): FACS 235 .
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FACS 237 - Child Care Administration
3 hrs (Sem II)
Emphasis on planning, funding, staffing, budgeting, licensing, managing and evaluating child care programs. Parent participation, coping with behavior problems and menu planning to meet federal requirements are also studied. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 , ENGL 009 , MATH 010 , or SAT Reading and Writing scores of 380 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. Corequisite(s): Suggested corequisite: FACS 237L .
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FACS 237L - Child Care Laboratory II
2 hrs (Sem II)
Students will continue to develop skill in working with children in a day care setting. Development of lesson plans and activities is required. 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Mantoux TB test at the students’ expense. Corequisite(s): FACS 237 .
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FACS 251 - Visual Merchandising
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course examines visual merchandising as applied to presentation and sales promotion in fashion retailing and wholesaling. Cost-effective techniques will be discussed. The student will have opportunity to develop display skills through hands-on practice. Offered in even numbered years. 3 lecture hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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FACS 252 - History of Costume
3 hrs (Sem II)
Survey of history of clothing from primitive times to the present, designed to develop an understanding of fashion as exemplified in wearing apparel and to relate apparel to the history. 3 class hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 009 and ENGL 009 , or appropriate placement test scores.
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