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2011-12 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.
Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive courses are indicated in the course description section of this catalog using R, W and S superscripts respectfully.
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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Electronics Technology |
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ELEC 101 - Fundamentals of Audio Equipment Maintenance
2 hrs (Sem I)
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)
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. 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.
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ELEC 130 - Digital Logic I
4 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)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 110 . 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.
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ELEC 180 - Digital Logic II
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 130 . 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.
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ELEC 210 - Advanced Linear Circuits
2 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 110 . A continuation of ELEC 151 with an emphasis on more advanced linear circuit applications. 1 lecture hour, 3 laboratory hours.
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ELEC 220 - Industrial Electronics Control
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 151 . 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.
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ELEC 230 - Computer Electronics
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 130 . 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.
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ELEC 240 - CET Preparation
1 hrs (Sem 1, 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)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 151 . 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.
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ELEC 260 - Introduction to Lasers
2 hrs (Sem II)
A brief study of the elements of a laser, laser safety, sources and detectors of light, geometric optics, wave optics, laser physics, properties of laser light and a survey of laser systems. 1 lecture hour, 3 laboratory hours.
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ELEC 270 - Soldering
2 hrs (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)
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 . 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.
Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive Course
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Electronics Technology – Distance Education |
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ELED 110 - Basic Component and Circuit Analysis
6 hrs (Sem I, II)
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. 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. 5 lecture hours, 7 laboratory hours.
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ELED 120 - Computers for Technology
2 hrs (Sem I)
This course is designed to meet the special computer needs of technology students. Computer software and hardware experiences, as they relate to technology students, will be covered. No prior computer experience is assumed. 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.
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ELED 130 - Digital Logic I
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in ELED 110 . An introduction of fundamental digital electronic devices and circuits, including TTL logic, binary numbers, codes, Boolean algebra, and combinational logic circuits. 3 lecture hours, 5 laboratory hours.
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ELED 151 - Linear Circuits
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 110 . 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. 3 lecture hours, 5 laboratory hours.
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ELED 180 - Digital Logic II
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 130 . 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, 5 laboratory hours.
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ELED 210 - Advanced Linear Circuits
2 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELEC 110 . A continuation of ELEC 151 with an emphasis on more advanced linear circuit applications. 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.
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ELED 215 - Receiver and Video Circuit Analysis
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELED 151 . A course to serve as an introduction to radio frequency theory and receivers. Emphasis is placed on color television and video circuit theory. Taking the CET Test is required at the conclusion of the course. 3 lecture hours, 5 laboratory hours.
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ELED 220 - Industrial Electronics Control
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELED 151 . 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. 3 lecture hours, 5 laboratory hours.
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ELED 230 - Computer Electronics I
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELED 130 . 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. 3 lecture hours, 5 laboratory hours.
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ELED 245 - Communications Electronics
6 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELED 151 . 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. 6 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.
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ELED 280 - Computer Electronics II
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ELED 230 . A continuation of ELED 230 with emphasis on more advanced programming and interfacing using commercially available hardware. 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.
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ELED 285 - Electronic Applications
6 hrs (Sem II)
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 ELED 220 and ELED 230 . 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. 6 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.
Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive Course
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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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EMAP 250 - Continuity of Operations
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course will prepare students to work with local businesses in their communities to develop continuity plans in the event that a disaster or emergency arises and potentially puts the business out of operation. Students will review different survey forms and complete a student project of presenting a session to interested businesses on how to develop a plan for their continued operations after an emergency or disaster. 3 lecture hours.
Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive Course
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Emergency Medical Services – Basic |
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EMTB 212 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
6 hrs (Sem I, II)
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. 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.
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EMTB 220 - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Advanced
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
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. 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.
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EMTB 230 - Primary Instructor
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
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. 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.
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EMTB 250 - EMS Experience
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
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.) 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.
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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
7 hrs (Sem I)
Corequisite(s): EMTP 165 . 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.
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EMTP 165 - Paramedic Clinical Education I
5 hrs (Sem I)
Corequisite(s): EMTP 160 . 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.
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EMTP 260 - Paramedic Prehospital Care II
6 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 160 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 265 . 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.
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EMTP 265 - Paramedic Clinical Education II
6 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 165 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 260 . 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.
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EMTP 290 - Paramedic Prehospital Care III
3 hrs (Summer)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 260 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 291 . 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.
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EMTP 291 - Paramedic Clinical Education III
4 hrs (Summer)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in EMTP 265 . Corequisite(s): EMTP 290 . 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.
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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)
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 . 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.
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ENGL 101 - English Composition I
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
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 . 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.
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ENGL 102 - English Composition II
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 and a grade of C or better on READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. 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.
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ENGL 107 - Business English
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 . 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.
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ENGL 108 - Technical Writing
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 . 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.
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ENGL 109 - Broadcast Writing
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 . 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.
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ENGL 112 - Rhetoric and Research
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): SAT Writing score of 530 or greater (23 or above on the ACT), or appropriate placement test scores. 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.
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ENGL 125 - Portfolio Development
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
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 (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 125 . 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.
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ENGL 127 - Portfolio Development III
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 125 . 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.
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ENGL 202 - Creative Writing
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 . 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.
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ENGL 205 - Business Communications
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 . 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.
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ENGL 249 - Elements of General Linguistics
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in READ 011 , or SAT Reading score of 420 or greater, or appropriate placement test scores. A study of basic linguistic concepts and an introduction to historical, comparative, descriptive, and applied linguistics. This course is a transferIN course. 3 class hours.
Reading and Writing Intensive Course
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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. 3 class hours.
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Engineering |
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ENGR 105 - Engineering Graphics
2 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in MATH 016 or higher mathematics. 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.
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ENGR 200 - Engineering Surveys
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in MATH 118 . 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.
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ENGR 205 - Statics
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 118 and PHYS 205 . 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.
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ENGR 206 - Dynamics
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 119 and PHYS 205 . Mechanics for engineering students covering kinematics, impulse and momentum, work and energy, rectilinear and curvilinear translations, relative motion, and vibrations. 3 lecture hours.
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ENGR 217 - Linear Circuits I
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 118 . Corequisite(s): ENGR 217L . 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.
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ENGR 217L - Electronic Measurement Techniques
1 hr (Sem I)
Corequisite(s): ENGR 217 . Experimental exercises in lab instrument use. Voltage, current, impedance, frequency, and wave form measurements; frequency and transient response. 3 laboratory hours.
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ENGR 218 - Linear Circuits II
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGR 217 . Corequisite(s): ENGR 218L . 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.
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ENGR 218L - Electronic Devices and Design Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Corequisite(s): ENGR 218 and ENGR 255 . 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
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ENGR 235 - Thermodynamics
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 119 and PHYS 205 . 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.
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ENGR 255 - Introduction to Electronics Analysis and Design
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in ENGR 218 . 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.
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ENGR 266 - Introduction to Digital System Design
3 hrs (Sem I)
Corequisite(s): ENGR 266L . 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.
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ENGR 266L - Digital System Design Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
Corequisite(s): ENGR 266 . Application of design techniques of ENGR 266 . Implementation of logic circuits and systems. TTL and PLD packages are utilized. 3 laboratory hours.
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ENGR 270 - Introductory Structural Mechanics
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in PHYS 205 and ENGR 205 . Corequisite(s): ENGR 270L . Analysis of stress and strain, axial loading, torsional loading, flexural loading, combined loading, column loading and connections. 3 lecture hours.
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ENGR 270L - Introductory Structural Mechanics Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Corequisite(s): ENGR 270 . The basic characteristics of structural elements are illustrated through lab experiments. 3 laboratory hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
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ENTR 121 - 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.
Reading, Writing and Speaking Intensive Course
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ENTR 280 - Small Business Problems and Concerns
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is directed toward the development of a long-range strategic business plan and will address the various internal and external environments as they relate to the small business. 3 lecture hours.
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ENTR 292 - Business Plan Development
2 hrs (Sem II)
This course requires thorough research project culminating in the development of a finished plan for a small business venture to be approved by an outside board of professional experts. This course is designed to be taken in students’ final semester prior to graduation. 2 lecture hours.
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ERTH 100 - Earth Science
4 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for READ 011 , MATH 010 , and ENGL 101 . Introduction to fields of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. Designed especially for non-science majors. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.
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ERTH 101 - Environmental Science
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . This course examines issues and events of current importance such as pollution, natural disasters, state and federal land use (including state and national parks), and population growth concerns. Career opportunities and transfer options for fields of studies covered will be included. Presentations by professional guest speakers, and utilization of World Wide Web will provide course enrichment. 3 lecture hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
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ERTH 105 - Geography of Indiana
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Examines Indiana from standpoint of basic geography and geology. Consideration of geographic and geologic history, meteorology and climatology, agriculture, mining, and population distributions. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 111 - Introduction to Remote Sensing
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Identification and evaluation of earth resources and features using a variety of remote sensing techniques, such as aerial photographs and satellite imagery. Basic principles and applications of remote sensing are discussed as well as their application to a variety of physical, economic, and cultural features and issues. 3 lecture hours.
Reading Intensive Course
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ERTH 112 - Geographic Information Systems(GIS)
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . This course introduces the basic principles of geographic analysis and map design using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) computer software. In this “hands-on” course, students will use GIS software to analyze numerous types of spatial information to find solutions to environmental and societal problems. GIS datasets and maps will be created to do these analyses and present the results. Through this course, students have an opportunity to learn how mapping and GIS skills are used by different types of professionals, and to learn some of the skills required to become a GIS professional. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Intensive Course
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ERTH 115 - Physical Geology
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Corequisite(s): ERTH 115L . Study of internal and external forces operating to form the earth’s major features. Topics emphasize study of rocks and minerals, earthquakes, volcanic activity, glaciation, surface water, and related topics. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 115L - Physical Geology Laboratory
2 hrs (Sem I, II)
Corequisite(s): ERTH 115 . Examines principles of ERTH 115 . 6 laboratory hours.
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ERTH 201 - Field Geology/Geography
1 hr (Summer)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Various geologic and geographic resources are examined through a one-week field trip to selected regions of U.S. Visitations to industrial, agricultural, museums, mining sites, and natural features including state and national parks. Enrollment limited to 12. Contact the Earth Science Department Chairman for additional information. Offered on demand after Spring Semester Final Exams are completed. 2 class hours.
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ERTH 204 - Oceanography
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Description of ocean environments with detailed study of seawater, ocean life, ocean circulation, marine climates, and the sea floor. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 207 - World Geography
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Application of geographic principles to interpretation of human activities in all major world regions. Emphasis on cultural, economic and political aspects of major nations. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 208 - Principles of Conservation
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Consideration of basic conservation and land utilization principles. Discussion and readings of contemporary ecological and resource issues. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 210 - General Astronomy
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . General, non-mathematical survey of modern astronomy. Formation theories of solar system, nature of planets and stars, stellar classification, interstellar matter, nebulae, galaxies and cosmology. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 214 - Historical Geology
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L . Corequisite(s): ERTH 214L . Introduction to earth changes throughout geologic time with emphasis on evolution and extinction of plant and animal life forms. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 214L - Historical Geology Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L . Corequisite(s): ERTH 214 . Examines principles of ERTH 214 . Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.
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ERTH 216 - Mineralogy
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L , and students must also qualify for MATH 016 . Corequisite(s): ERTH 216L . Fundamental study of minerals–building blocks of solid earth. Physical and chemical characteristics of minerals, their interrelationships, introductory crystallography, descriptive mineralogy, hand specimen identification, geologic occurrence, and rock and mineral associations. Equipment and techniques of mineralogy and brief historical synopsis. Offered in alternate (even-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 216L - Mineralogy Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L , and students must also qualify for MATH 016 . Corequisite(s): ERTH 216 . Examines principles of ERTH 216 . Offered in alternate (even-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.
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ERTH 221 - Meteorology
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 . Introduction to weather elements, cause and effect of atmospheric conditions, and construction/interpretation of weather maps. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 304 - Soil Science
4 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 105 and CHEM 105L ; and junior level standing or consent of instructor. Differences in soils; soil genesis; physical, chemical and biological properties of soils; relation of soils to problems of land use and pollution; soil management relative to agriculture, fertility, erosion, drainage, and plant nutrition. Equipment and techniques of soil science are examined. Research paper on a current topic in soil science or in teaching methodologies is required. 3 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.
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ERTH 314 - Evolution of the Earth
3 hrs (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): ERTH 314L . Introduction to earth changes throughout geologic time with emphasis on evolution and extinction of plant and animal life forms. Research paper on a current topic in historical geology or in teaching methodologies is required. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 314L - Evolution of the Earth Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): ERTH 314 . Examines principles of ERTH 314 and laboratory methodologies in historical geology. 3 laboratory hours.
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ERTH 316 - The Rock Forming Minerals
3 hrs (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L ; a grade of C or better in MATH 016 or higher; a grade of C or better in CHEM 105 ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): ERTH 316L . Fundamental study of minerals–building blocks of solid earth. Physical and chemical characteristics of minerals, their interrelationships, introductory crystallography, descriptive mineralogy, hand specimen identification, geologic occurrence, and rock and mineral associations. Equipment and techniques of mineralogy and brief historical synopsis. Research paper on a current topic in mineralogy or in teaching methodologies is required. 3 lecture hours.
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ERTH 316L - The Rock Forming Minerals Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ERTH 115 and ERTH 115L ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): ERTH 316 . Examines principles of ERTH 316 and laboratory methodologies in mineralogy. 3 laboratory hours.
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