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You will find a warm, friendly, student centered environment at Shelton State Community College.
Whether your plans include completing a two-year transfer program, pursuing technical training leading
to a high paying career field, preparing for your GED, or participating in our LifeLong Learning or
Community Education programs, we are here to serve you. Regardless of your goals, Shelton State
Community College is committed to supporting each and every student through personalized attention
and quality education at an affordable price. If you have any questions, please call us at 205.247.SSCC
(7222) or toll free at 877.211.SSCC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ADMISSIONS/RECORDS INFORMATION 9
FINANCIAL INFORMATION 21
ACADEMIC INFORMATION 32
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 94
INDEX 219
This catalog contains Alabama State Board of Education approved policies, regulations, and procedures which were in existence as the publication
went to press. The College reserves the right to modify or amend any statements or policy to reflect current board policies, administrative
regulations or procedures and applicable state or federal laws and regulations. Users are cautioned that changes in policies, procedures, and
guidelines may have occurred since the publication of this material. In the event of such a conflict, the current statements of Board policy will
prevail. Updates to amended policies and procedures will be available in the Counseling Center and on the Shelton State Community College
Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu.
Although the publisher of this catalog has made every reasonable effort to attain factual accuracy herein, no responsibility is assumed for
editorial, clerical, or printer errors or errors occasioned by honest mistake. All information contained in this catalog is subject to change by the
appropriate officials of Shelton State Community College without prior notice.
5 Shelton State Community College
VISION STATEMENT
Our vision of Shelton State Community College:
A college dedicated to learning
A college recognized for its commitment to excellence
A college responsive to students and community
MISSION STATEMENT
Shelton State Community College is a public, open-admission, comprehensive, community college
whose primary mission is to provide accessible postsecondary education, training, and
community educational opportunities.
SCOPE
Shelton State Community College offers service at two 9. Encourage student participation in the life of the College.
approved campuses, the Martin Campus and the C.A Fredd 10. Educate students to live and work in a global community.
Campus, and is designated as a Historically Black College and 11. Promote constructive relationships with business,
University (HBCU). The College is home to the West Alabama government, and industry.
Center for Workforce Development as well as the Shelton State 12. Cooperate with the community in educational, cultural,
Adult Education/Career Readiness Program and enjoys a and civic projects appropriate to school policies and
distinction as the Alabama Community College of the Fine Arts. procedures.
Shelton State recognizes the activities listed below as 13. Respond, when possible, to other educational needs of
specific components of its mission. the community by offering courses and workshops which
1. Provide general education programs at the level of the first provide personal, civic, and cultural enrichment.
two years of college. 14. Encourage high quality performance of College personnel
2. Provide qualified teaching, supported by adequate through professional development.
facilities, in a climate conducive to learning. 15. Maintain a comprehensive planning system to promote
3. Provide adequate facilities to encompass the needs of institutional effectiveness.
current and future student populations. 16. Remain flexible and responsive to innovative educational
4. Provide educational programs to prepare students for enterprises that have potential benefits for the future of
transfer to upper-division college programs or to specialized the College and the community it serves.
linkage programs. 17. Provide educational access and opportunities responsive
5. Provide career/technical and specialized workforce to the needs of a culturally diverse community.
education and training programs through which students 18. Integrate current technology into all operations, services,
may acquire job skills for employment and workers may and functions of the College.
upgrade job skills. 19. Provide a multifaceted Adult Education program.
6. Provide developmental education to help students acquire 20. Promote the principles of Continuous Quality
the competencies necessary for success in college-level Improvement in all aspects of the College.
courses. Shelton State Community College attempts to achieve
7. Provide a library of print and non-print materials and its mission according to the policies and procedures of the
services to support all instructional areas. Alabama State Board of Education.
8. Provide a broad range of student support services.
INSTITUTIONAL VALUES
Excellence Accountability Quality
Integrity Transparency Affordability
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NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Shelton State Community College has filed with the College should contact the Office of the Dean of Student
Federal Government an Assurance of Compliance with all Services, Martin Campus, 205.391.2217, or the US Department
requirements imposed by or pursuant to Title VI of the Civil of Education Office for Civil Rights, 404.532.6350.
Rights Act of 1964 and the Regulation issued thereunder, to In addition, the College is in compliance with Section
the end that no person in the United States will, on the basis of 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits
race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation discrimination on the basis of disability in the recruitment
in, be denied the benefits thereof, or be otherwise subjected to and employment of faculty and staff, or the operation of any
discrimination under any program or activity sponsored by this of its programs and activities, as specified by Federal Law and
institution. It is also the policy of Shelton State Community Regulations. The Section 504 Coordinator for students is the
College to be in accordance with Title IX of the Education Dean of Students.
Amendments of 1972, which provides that no person in the Persons or any specific class of individuals who believe they
United States will, based on the basis of sex, be excluded from have been subjected to discrimination prohibited by Titles VI,
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected IX, Section 504, or an Act or Regulation issued there under
to discrimination under any educational program or activity may, alone or with a representative, file with the United States
receiving federal financial assistance. Any individuals wishing Commissioner of Education or with this institution, or with
to report acts of racism or bigotry at Shelton State Community both, a written complaint.
the College encourages the development of excellence in a CAREER SERVICES CENTER CAREER ADVISING/JOB
broad range of artistic expressions. PLACEMENT
In 1998 Shelton State and Theatre Tuscaloosa founded As part of Shelton State Community College’s Career
The Alabama Stage and Screen Hall of Fame to honor Services Center, the College believes that success begins
Alabamians, by birth and adoption, who have made significant with an individual being allowed the opportunity to explore
contributions to film, television, or theatre. Past inductees career possibilities and available options. Shelton State’s
include Tallulah Bankhead, Rebecca Luker, Truman Capote, Career Advising Program provides assessments that assist the
George Lindsey, Dean Jones, Hugh Martin, and Jim Nabors. participant in identifying personal interests, abilities, and work
The Gala to commemorate inductees is held on the Martin values, which will help to set educational/career goals and to
Campus and has become one of the most significant cultural develop an effective plan to achieve those goals. In addition to
events in Alabama. career advising, the Center, which serves as a liaison for current
students, alumni, and West Alabama business and industry,
SANDRA HALL RAY FINE ARTS CENTER offers result-oriented job placement.
The Sandra Hall Ray Fine Arts Center honors one of Examples of service include: wage information, industry
Tuscaloosa’s most outstanding cultural, educational, and trends, internship/co-op/apprenticeship information, employer
business leaders. This Center is home to the Shelton State profiles, resumé proofreading, Interview Stream program to
Community College Fine Arts Division, Theatre Tuscaloosa, prepare for actual interviews, on-campus interviews, current job
and The Alabama Stage and Screen Hall of Fame. The Hall openings, resumé posting, and an annual job fair. The Center
Ray Fine Arts Center facilities include the Bean Brown welcomes the opportunity to provide career advising, training,
Theatre; the Alabama Power Recital Hall; the Bell South and and job placement. For more information contact 205.391.2461
National Bank of Commerce Galleries; Painting, Drawing, or 205.391.2204.
and Photography Studios; and a Dance Studio.
The Shelton State Community College Music Department TRAINING FOR EXISTING BUSINESS AND
with choral and instrumental rehearsal rooms, faculty studios, INDUSTRY (TEBI) CENTER
an electronic keyboard classroom, and student practice rooms Shelton State Community College offers the West Alabama
is also located in the Hall Ray Fine Arts Center. The Sandra community a wide variety of services through Training for
Hall Ray Fine Arts Center at Shelton State Community College Existing Business and Industry (TEBI). Focusing on developing
is unique among community colleges in Alabama and places community and corporate partnerships, the division works
Shelton State among the elite arts education institutions in the closely with local business leaders to provide professional
southeast. instruction that upgrades the skills needed in today’s workplace.
TEBI offers training in computer applications, industrial
WEST ALABAMA CENTER FOR maintenance, leadership development, and customer service.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT The training is customized and tailored to meet individual
The West Alabama Center for Workforce Development industry needs. For more information, call 205.391.2434.
was developed to ensure a coordinated effort between Shelton
State Community College, business and industry, and CONTINUING EDUCATION/NON CREDIT SKILLS
workforce agencies in the West Alabama area. The Center TRAINING
coordinates programs which provide instruction of basic Shelton State Community College’s Continuing Education
skills to entry level workers as identified by local business program offers short term, non-credit courses to meet the
and industry for entry level jobs in their companies. The changing skill and training needs of workers of all ages in the
Center works in collaboration with the Region 3 Workforce West Alabama area. A wide variety of courses are offered at
Development Council which is part of the Governor’s Office affordable prices and convenient times. Classes range from
of Workforce Development. As an authorized ACT WorkKeys professional development courses to industry specific skill
Service Center in Alabama, the Center supplies certified training. Courses are provided for many professional careers
WorkKeys® Job Profilers and extensive WorkKeys assessment that require continuing education to maintain licensing. For
capabilities. more information, call 205.391.2386.
The Center also offers the Alabama Career Readiness
Credential (CRC). The CRC is a portable credential which READY TO WORK
documents an individual’s skill level in Applied Math, Ready to Work is a program that delivers well-qualified
Locating Information and Reading for Information. For more applicants for entry-level positions in industry and
information, call 205.391.2482. manufacturing. It assures that new employees demonstrate
the qualities for personal responsibility that the workplace
demands. Ready to Work at SSCC joins the resources of the
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College with West Alabama industry for an innovative and ADULT EDUCATION
affordable solution to employer needs. Ready to Work provides The Shelton State Community College Adult Education
customized pre-employment classes for prospective employees Program provides services to Bibb, Greene, Hale, Sumter,
in industry. The five week program prepares adults looking to and Tuscaloosa counties. The program operates under the
change or start manufacturing careers that offer competitive direction of the Alabama Department of Postsecondary
wages, benefits, and advancement. Education. Instruction is provided via traditional and online
The pre-employment initiative of the West Alabama classes. GED and Career Readiness Credential preparation,
Center for Workforce Development features tough standards graduation exam help, and skills remediation are offered in
for completion and a highly disciplined 60-hour classroom all five counties at no cost to students. In addition, English as
curriculum. Safety, personal responsibility, workplace standards, a Second Language (ESL) classes, and Project Literacy United
and manufacturing processes are emphasized. Graduates are States (PLUS) tutoring are offered in Tuscaloosa County.
well qualified for work and ready to interview for employment. Adult Education focuses on assisting adults in obtaining
Trainees will also have documented assessments in WorkKeys knowledge and skills for employment and self-sufficiency.
that qualify them for the Alabama Career Readiness Certificate Contact the Office of Adult Education, C.A. Fredd Campus,
(CRC) administered by Alabama Industrial Development and 205.391.2662.
Training (AIDT).
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING Community Education offers a wide variety of courses at
Shelton State Community College’s Truck Driver program affordable prices and convenient times designed to meet the
introduces the student to the fundamentals of becoming a interests of the community in the area of leisure learning.
professional commercial motor vehicle driver. Admission Shelton State Community College takes the lead in providing
requirements of the truck driving program are: courses of interest to the community. Personal interest
1. student must pass a Federal DOT physical and drug programs include a wide variety of courses for people of all
screen; ages. Children’s programs include ballet, jazz, modern dance,
2. student must possess a current class “D” driver’s fencing, and an academic enrichment program known as Kidz
license; Kollege. Exercise classes designed specifically for adults are
3. student must provide a current Moving Violations offered. Students enrolled in Community Education courses
Report from the Alabama Department of Public Safety. are not required to have a high school diploma or a GED. A
complete schedule of classes is available on the College Web
For more information on this program, contact the Office site, www.sheltonstate.edu. Contact the Office of Community
of Continuing Education, 205.391.2386. Education, 205.391.2323, for information or to request a
schedule.
JOB PLACEMENT CENTER
In addition to a quality education, Shelton State Community THE LAWRENCE “LARRY” MUND LIFELONG
College offers result-oriented career assistance through the Job LEARNING CENTER
Placement Center. The Shelton State Job Placement Center Shelton State Community College believes that learning
serves as a liaison for current students, alumni, and West continues throughout one’s lifetime. The Lifelong Learning
Alabama business and industry. The Job Placement Center Center is designed to provide a variety of classes to senior adults,
welcomes the opportunity to provide services and make a age 55 and older, in a convenient and relaxed environment.
difference in the lives of currently enrolled students and alumni Academic, wellness, and personal interest courses are offered
by providing employers with qualified potential employees. each semester. A complete schedule of classes is available on the
Examples of services include: wage information for cities across College Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu. Contact the Lawrence
the country, industry trends, internship information, employer “Larry” Mund Lifelong Learning Center, 205.391.2323, for
profiles, resume proofreading, on-campus interviews, current information or to request a schedule.
job-openings, resumé posting, and career workshops hosted by
local business and industry. For more information, contact the
Job Placement Center, 205.391.2461.
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QUALITY COUNCIL
The TEAMSpirit Initiative is guided and monitored by
the College’s Quality Council. The Shelton State Community
College Quality Council is a 10-member team that serves as a
planning unit and forum for coordination and communication
between the SI Teams and the College community. The purpose
of the Quality Council is to provide leadership, sponsorship,
focus, and direction to the quality improvement process. Its
goal is to continuously improve services to our customers. The
Quality Council promotes cooperation, collaboration, and
teamwork throughout the organization; encourages the use of
“Quality Improvement” tools and techniques; continuously
monitors the Quality Improvement Process; and seeks to ensure
the development of teams as they work toward continuous
improvement of the institution’s processes and services to its
customers.
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ADMISSIONS/RECORDS INFORMATION
Note: All student records not related to a student’s Aviation Transportation and Security Act, regulations
permanent academic record will be destroyed five years of the Immigration and Naturalization Service, and all
from the last date of attendance. other applicable directives.
5. All male students between the ages of 18 and 26 must
C. Time of Admission show proof of registration with the U.S. Selective
Applications may be submitted at any time during any Service System in accordance with § 36-26-15.1 of the
semester. Students are urged to apply in advance of the Code of Alabama of 1974 (as amended).
time they wish to enroll.
B. Types of Admission
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 1. Unconditional Admission of First-Time College
A. Admission Requirements Students
1. For admission to Shelton State Community An applicant who has not previously attended a
College an applicant must provide: duly accredited postsecondary institution will be
a. One primary form of documentation such as an designated a first-time college student/native student.
unexpired Alabama driver’s license; an unexpired “Duly accredited” shall mean that the institution
Alabama identification card; an unexpired U.S. granting the degree shall have been accredited to
passport; an unexpired U.S. permanent resident award such degree in the individual’s program of study
card; OR at the time of such award, by one or more accrediting
b. Two secondary forms of documentation, one of agencies recognized by the United States Secretary
which must be a photo identification card other of Education under Title 34, Part 602 of the United
than those specified in a, AND one additional States Code of Federal Regulations, or the degree was
form of identification such as a Certificate of awarded by an institution outside of the United States
Naturalization, a Social Security card, or a certified and the institution’s award of such degree would be
copy of a U.S. birth certificate. Refer to Addendum generally recognized as eligible for recognition for
A on page 18. credit and professional qualification by duly accredited
2. For admission to an Alabama Community College institutions within the United States.
System institution, all international applicants must For unconditional admission and to be classified
provide a VISA acceptable to the United States and an as “degree eligible,” applicants must have on file at the
official translated copy of the student’s high school/ institution a completed application for admission and
college transcript; a minimum score on an approved meet at least one of the following criteria:
English as a Foreign Language exam as specified in a. an official transcript showing graduation with the
the guidelines; signed, notarized statement verifying Alabama High School Diploma, as defined by the
adequate financial support; and documentation Alabama State Board of Education, the high school
demonstrating adequate health and life insurance diploma of another state equivalent to the Alabama
which must be maintained during enrollment. High School Diploma, or an equivalent diploma
An applicant who fails to satisfy the requirements issued by a non-public regionally accredited high
of 1 or 2 will not be admitted to Shelton State school; or
Community College. Students enrolled in an Alabama b. an official transcript showing graduation from
Community College System institution prior to the high school with a high school diploma equivalent
implementation of this policy will not be affected by to the Alabama High School Diploma, as defined
the requirements of this section. by the Alabama State Board of Education, issued
3. Applicants must submit the documentation identified by a non-public high school (See Addendum B),
in 1 or 2 in person or through a notarized copy of U.S. and proof of passage of the Alabama Public High
Mail prior to admission. School Graduation Examination; or
4. For the protection of the public and to assist in c. an official transcript showing graduation from
maintaining state and local security, persons who are high school with a high school diploma equivalent
not citizens of the United States may not be admitted to to the Alabama High School Diploma, as defined
any Alabama Community College System institution by the Alabama State Board of Education, issued
for the purpose of enrolling in flight training, or in by a non-public high school (See Addendum B),
any segment or portion of a flight training program, and evidence of a minimum ACT score of 16 or a
until appropriate certification and approval have been total score of 790 on the SAT; or
received from the Office of the Attorney General of d. an official transcript showing graduation from high
the United States, pursuant to Section 113 of the school with a high school diploma equivalent to
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Probation. The transcript will read ADMITTED officially award college credit to accelerated
ON ACADEMIC PROBATION high school students until proof of high school
c. An applicant who has been academically graduation (an official transcript with a graduation
suspended from a duly accredited postsecondary date) is provided.
institution may be admitted as a transfer student 3. Exceptions may be made to requirements 1a and
only after following the appeal process established 1d above for students documented as gifted and
at the institution for “native” students who have talented according to the standards included
been academically suspended. If the transfer in the State Plan of Exceptional Children and
student is admitted upon appeal, the student will Youth. Permission must be obtained from the
enter the institution on Academic Probation. Chancellor of the Alabama Community College
The transcript will read ADMITTED UPON System.
APPEAL-ACADEMIC PROBATION. 4. Students who attend a non-accredited high school
must meet additional criteria as listed below:
9. High School Students a. comply with items 1a - 1d as noted above; and
There are two programs in which high school students b. provide ACT scores with a composite of at
may be concurrently enrolled at Shelton State Community least 16 or a SAT score of 790.
College to earn academic or career/technical college Students who are home schooled are not
credit: Accelerated High School Students Program and eligible for the Accelerated High School
Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit for High School Students Program unless they are under the auspices
Program. of a cover high school and can provide proper
documentation of all items noted above.
A. Accelerated High School Students
The Accelerated High School program allows high B. Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit for High School
school students the opportunity to earn college Students Program
credit while still in high school. College credit earned Dual enrollment programs allow eligible high school
through the Accelerated High School program may students to enroll in college classes concurrently with
not substitute for high school credit. Credit will be high school classes. Students successfully completing
awarded upon the student meeting all requirements dual enrollment classes receive both high school and
for high school graduation. college credit. An institution within the Alabama
1. Admissions criteria Community College System is authorized to establish
a. Complete an application for admission and dual enrollment/dual credit programs with local
present a photo I.D. as outlined under the boards of education in the institution’s service area.
section “Admission Application Procedure.” Courses offered by the postsecondary institution shall
b. The student must have successfully completed be of postsecondary level. Enrolled students must pay
the 10th grade. tuition as required by the institution. Tuition may be
c. The student must provide certification from provided by alternative resources as described in the
the local principal and/or his or her designee guidelines associated with this policy. Dependents
certifying that the student has a minimum of employees of system institutions pay tuition as
cumulative “B” average and recommends the provided in Policy 612.02.
student be admitted under this policy. 1. Admission Requirements
d. The student may only enroll in courses for A student is eligible for admission if the student
which high school prerequisites have been meets all of the criteria below.
completed. The student must also take the a. Complete an application for admission and
COMPASS® placement assessment or have present a photo I.D. as outlined under the section
equivalent ACT® or SAT® score. Refer to “Admission Application Procedures.”
the assessment section under the Academic b. The student meets the entrance requirements
Information in this catalog. [For example, established Shelton State Community College;
students must complete English 12 before c. The student has a minimum cumulative 3.0
enrolling in English Composition (ENG (B) average in completed high school courses.
101), all four math credits, etc.]. Transcripts must be provided as documentation
2. A letter must be submitted each semester that the of the student’s cumulative grade average;
student attends the College prior to enrollment. d. The student obtains written approval of the
Shelton State Community College will not appropriate principal and the local superintendent
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be waived for students from the following p. The final decision for acceptance of
countries: Australia, Bahamas, Bermuda, international students who have met the
Canada (verify from transcript), England, preceding conditions will be made by the
Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, Scotland, International Admissions Office.
Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Grenada, q. International students must take the
Belize, Dominica, Malawi, St. Lucia, St. Kitts designated placement assessment before
and Nevis, Nigeria, Tanzania, The Gambia, registering for classes. International students
Tobago and Trinidad, Zambia, and Virgin MUST then register for the appropriate
Islands. All other waivers must be submitted to English and reading courses during the first
the Chancellor for approval with substantial and each successive semester until all English
documentation. and reading requirements are met.
i. System institutions should ensure that the 2. Other information for International Students
student has adequate health insurance a. General Information
which is inclusive of a repatriation benefit. i. Purpose of Visa – The nonimmigrant visa
Proof of life insurance is waived with the is a stamp that a U.S. embassy or consulate
proper health policy. The institution should affixes to a page in an alien’s passport to
have a recommended coverage available for indicate the kind of nonimmigrant status or
international students seeking adequate classification that a person is seeking in the
health coverage. International students must U.S. For example, a person seeking to enter
purchase a health insurance policy through the U.S. for an F-1 student status applies to
the College. Students are required to pay the embassy or consulate for an F-1 visa stamp
for one semester of coverage at the time of in his/her passport. The visa gives the holder
registration. the right to “knock at the door” of the U.S. at
j. International students in this country with a port of entry. The visa stamp alone does not
an F-1 visa from another institution may be give a person the right to enter the U.S. The
accepted for full-time study at Shelton State visa holder generally must show additional
Community College. Students must complete documents at the port of entry.
and return the Transfer recommendation of ii. Form I-94 and the authorized period of stay
Student’s Non-Immigration Status prior to Most nonimmigrants coming to the U.S. are
admission. admitted for a specific period of time, and the
k. Students with F-1 visas may be accepted immigration officer at the port of entry puts
for transient status for one semester if they an expiration date on the I-94. F-1 students
present in advance, before enrollment, a and their F-2 dependents are admitted for
Transient Letter from their home institution the duration of status which is abbreviated by
recommending and approving specific the immigration officer as “D/S” on both the
courses for transfer. It is very important that form I-94 and the Form I-20. This notation
the student maintain at least one hour from means that their permission to remain in the
their host institution while in transient status. U.S. continues for the duration of time that
l. F-1 visa holders are required to be enrolled they maintain F-1 student or F-2 dependent
fulltime (12 semester hours or more) and status.
should be progressing satisfactorily toward a b. Visa and Admission Process
degree. i. Student applies to college or university and is
m. International students must meet all accepted.
Immigration and Naturalization Service ii. School issues I-20 and sends it to the student.
Requirements and complete forms necessary iii. Student pays a one-time SEVIS fee.
for attendance at Shelton State Community iv. The fee must be paid at least three business
College. days prior to applying for your visa or applying
n. International student tuition is two (2) times for admission at a U.S. port of entry for those
that of residents of the State of Alabama. exempt from the visa requirement.
o. All international student applicants must v. SEVIS fee can only be processed by the
secure private housing since Shelton State Department of Homeland Security via mail
Community College provides no dormitory or the internet (note: for more information
facilities. on the SEVIS fee visit http://www.ice.gov/
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institution which certifies that the credit earned higher for some programs.
at the college will be accepted as a part of the c. Medical Insurance: Shelton State Community
student’s academic program. Such a student College requires all international students in
is not required to file transcripts of previously F-1 and J-1 status to have continuous medical
earned credits at other postsecondary institutions. insurance coverage. The Department of State
Students must submit a transient letter (e.g. also requires all visitors in J-1 or J-2 to maintain
Letter of Good Standing, course approval letter, medical insurance coverage for the duration of
etc.) to the Office of Admission and Records their stay in the U.S. Shelton State Community
prior to or within the semester in which he/she College encourages students with families to
has registered. Any transient student who fails to obtain medical insurance coverage for all family
provide appropriate prerequisite documentation members in the U.S.
may be administratively withdrawn, and no d. Living Expenses: These expenses include
refund will be provided. transportation, room and board, personal
f. Permanent Residents expenses, and childcare, if needed. Students
i. Permanent residents do not have to provide should add $3600 per dependent to the estimated
financial documentation demonstrating the budget. These expenses vary greatly from student
ability to pay. to student.
ii. Proof of medical insurance is not required. NOTE: Students and their financial sponsors
iii. Students who have permanent resident status should plan to meet the estimated expenses
must provide a copy of their permanent for the duration of the student’s studies.
resident card. These students should refer Immigration regulations generally prohibit off-
to the Shelton State Community College campus employment during a student’s first year
Catalog for guidelines concerning establishing of study in the U.S. On campus employment
residency in the State of Alabama. opportunities are few in number and sometimes
iv. Permanent residents are eligible to apply for may be difficult to obtain. Students and their
financial aid. financial sponsors should not plan to meet
v. For more information on Permanent resident any cost through on-campus or off-campus
admission policies and procedures please employment.
contact the Office of Admission and Records. All estimates are subject to change without
g. Health Insurance International students are notice. This document reflects estimated cost for
required to purchase and maintain medical academic students the 2009-2010 calendar year
insurance. Students who do not have insurance which ends in August 2010.
will be enrolled in the school’s designated Three Semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer,
insurance plan for international students, and the estimate based on 30 annual hours or 12 months)
student will be billed at the time of registration. Tuition and Fees $4860
Insurance fees are paid per semester and are Books and Supplies $1500
calculated by the number of days in a semester Medical Insurance $990
term. Living Expenses $11820
h. Housing Shelton State Community College does TOTAL $19170
not provide on-campus housing. Off-campus
housing is available with apartment leases typically ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE: All fees subject
granted for twelve (12) months. Normally, one to change without notice and may change prior to arrival.
month’s rent is required for deposit. Additional fees and expenses may apply based on registration
3. Financial Information for International Students and lifestyle.
a. Tuition and Fees: Actual tuition and fee charges NOTE: No student will be allowed to enroll for a second term
will vary depending on the number and type of unless all required admissions records have been received by
courses a student takes each term. The cost of the College prior to registration for the second term. If all
non-resident courses is $161.00 per credit hour required admissions records have not been received by the
($143.00 tuition, $9.00 maintenance fee, & $9.00 College prior to issuance of first semester grades, the grades
technology fee). Tuition is subject to change. will be reported on the transcript, but an official transcript will
b. Books and Supplies: Expect to pay at least $400 in not be released until receipt of all required admissions records.
expenses for books and supplies for a full course
load (12 undergraduate hours). Cost may be
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Programs Requiring Special Admission Admission Requirements: Center for Workforce Development,
The following programs require additional admission Wellness Center, Community Education, Lifelong Learning
requirements. The College reserves the right to add additional Units, Adult Education
programs. For more information, refer to the specific program Shelton State Community College offers many noncredit
listing in the PROGRAMS OF STUDY/CURRICULUM programs and activities through the Center for Workforce
GUIDES section of this catalog. Development, the Wellness Center, the Community Education
Nursing Programs programs, the Mund Lifelong Learning Center, and the Adult
For more information call 205-391-2232. Education Program Each of these units establishes admission
Emergency Medical Certificate requirements for their programs and activities. These admission
For more information call 205-391-3777. requirements, which vary considerably among programs and
Respiratory Care Technology (RPT) activities, are designed to ensure that participants are those
For more information call 205-391-2232. for whom each specific program or activity is designed and are
Linkage Programs available in the materials published by the College and on its
For more information call 205-391-2959. Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu.
ADDENDUM A ID card)
A list of acceptable primary and secondary documentation • Professional license
follows. • Bank card
1. Primary forms of documentation: • Credit card
• Unexpired Alabama Driver’s License or instruction • Employee ID badge (with photo)
permit • School ID (with photo)
• Unexpired Alabama identification card • Marriage certificate issued in any U.S. state,
• Unexpired U.S. Passport territory or possession
• Unexpired U.S. Permanent Resident Card • Certified letter of identification for a ward of the
• Resident Alien Card- Pre-1997 court, issued by a court or government agency in
• Unexpired Driver’s License or instruction permit the U.S.
from another state or possession that verifies lawful • Documents from a court of record (certified copy),
presence, dated 2000 and beyond Divorce decree, Adoption decree, Name change
• U.S. Alien Registration Receipt Card (Form 1-151) decree, Bankruptcy decree, Emancipation decree
prior to 1978 • BIA or tribal affidavit of birth or certificate of
• BIA or tribal identification card with photo Indian blood
• USCIS 194 or I94A form
2. If an applicant cannot present primary documentation, • USCIS employment authorization document
he/she must provide two secondary forms of (I688A, I-688B, 1-766)
documentation, one of which must be a photo • U.S. military DD-214
identification card. In addition to the photo • U.S. travel document (mint green cover) endorsed
identification card, an applicant must present one of with Permit to re-enter (Form 1327 or refugee travel
the following: document Form 1-571)
• U.S. Certificate of Naturalization • U.S. application for voluntary departure under the
• Social Security Card family unity program (Form I-797
• Certified copy of a U.S. Birth Certificate or a U.S. • U.S. temporary resident card (Form 1-688)
State Department Certificate of Birth Abroad • U.S. notice of approval to apply for permanent
• U.S. Certificate of Citizenship residents (Form I-171 or 1-463)
• U.S. Military ID Card (active duty, reserve, retired) • Other documentation issued by U.S. Citizenship
• U.S. Military ID Card and Immigration Services; or, documentation
• U.S. armed forces driver’s license presenting a status permitted under 8U.S. Code §
• Legal guardian affidavit 1621 and 1641
• Selective service card
• W-2 form 3. An applicant must submit the documentation
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs card required under paragraph 1 above in person or
• Concealed weapons permit through a notarized copy by U.S. mail.
• Medical insurance ID card (including AHCCCS
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ADDENDUM B Geometry 1
The Alabama High School Diploma (as defined by the
Alabama Department of Education) shall be defined as an Science 4
award officially entitled “The Alabama High School Diploma” Four credits to include the equivalent of:
made to a student as the result of successfully completing all Biology 1
requirements for graduation from high school in the state of A Physical Science 1
Alabama.
For purposes of admission under Section B, Types of Social Studies 4
Admission, the equivalent of The Alabama High School Four credits to Include the equivalent of:
Diploma shall be defined as an award to a student as the result Social Studies 1
of successfully completing all requirements for graduation from World History 1
high school including, as a minimum, the following number US. History 1
and distribution of courses and credits: Government 2
Economics 2
Courses Credits
English Language Arts 4 Any combination of courses in the disciplines of Physical
Four credits to include the equivalent of: Education, Health Education, and/or Fine Arts 2
English 9 1 Computer Applications* 1/2
English 10 1 Electives 5 1/2
English 11 1
TOTAL 24
English 12 1
*May be waived if competencies have been mastered as a unit
Mathematics 4 of another course. The designated one-half credit will then be
Four credits to include the equivalent of: added to the electives, making a total of six electives.
Algebra I 1
COURSE REQUIREMENTS Alabama High School Alabama High School Alternate Adult High School
Diploma Credits Diploma with Advanced Diploma Credits
Academic Endorsement
Credits
ENGLISH LANGUAGE 4 4 4
ARTS
Four credits to include the
equivalent of:
English 9 1 1 1
English 10 1 1 1
English 11 1 1 1
English 12 1 1 1
MATHEMATICS 4 4 4
Four credits to include the
equivalent of:
Algebra I 1 1 1
Geometry 1 1 1
Algebra II with Trigonometry 1
Mathematics Elective 2 1 2
SCIENCE 4 4 4
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1 1 1
FOREIGN LANGUAGE*** 2
Local boards shall offer foreign languages, fine arts, physical education, wellness education, career/technical education,
and driver education as electives.
TOTAL CREDITS 24 24 24
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
TUITION/FEES Students paying by VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express
A. Residents of the State of Alabama are responsible to verify that their payment has been accepted. Online
Tuition and fees per semester for students who are payments are accepted.
residents of the State of Alabama are based on the B. Non-Residents of the State of Alabama
following schedule: Non-resident or out-of-state tuition is $143 per each semester
credit hour; a $9 maintenance fee, plus a $9 technology fee
TUITION AND FEE SCHEDULE is charged additionally for each credit hour. Tuition and fees
(Tuition and Fees are subject to change) are subject to change. For example, an out-of-state or non-
resident student would pay $483 for a three-hour course
RESIDENTS during the Fall 2009 at Shelton State Community College.
Credit Maintenance Technology Tuition for eLearning courses as designated in the official
Hours Tuition Fee Fee Total printed semester Schedule of Classes is $180.00 per credit
1 $ 72 $ 9 $ 9 $ 90 hour. These courses are not charged fees.
2 $144 $18 $18 $180 To challenge residency from out-of-state, students must
3 $216 $27 $27 $270 make their appeal to the Office of Admissions and Records
4 $288 $36 $36 $360 before the last day of the Drop/Add and Late Registration
5 $360 $45 $45 $450 Period of a given semester in order to be eligible for in-state
6 $432 $54 $54 $540 tuition.
7 $504 $63 $63 $630
8 $576 $72 $72 $720 RESIDENCY POLICY
9 $648 $81 $81 $810 For the purpose of assessing tuition, applicants for admission
10 $720 $ 90 $ 90 $ 900 will be classified in one of two categories as outlined below:
11 $792 $ 99 $ 99 $ 990 A. Resident Student
12 $864 $108 $108 $1,080 A Resident Student will be charged the in-state tuition rate
established by the Alabama State Board of Education.
Each additional credit hour will cost an extra $90.00. 1. A Resident Student is an applicant for admission who
Tuition for Distance Education courses as designated in meets all legal requirements or is a duly registered
the official printed semester Schedule of Classes is $90.00 per resident in the State of Alabama for at least 12 months
credit hour. These courses are not charged fees. immediately preceding application for admission,
There will be an additional fee for student accident or whose non-estranged spouse has resided and had
insurance and parking hang tag for all students. habitation, home, and permanent abode in the State of
Alabama for at least 12 months immediately preceding
ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO PAY TUITION application for admission. Consequently, an out-of-
AND FEES AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION. state student cannot attain Resident Student status
Shelton State Community College does not accept partial simply by attending school for twelve months in the
payment. This includes students receiving any type of partial State of Alabama.
financial assistance. Balances must be paid before the grant/ 2. In the case of minor dependents seeking admission,
waiver/scholarship can be applied to the student account the parents, parent, or legal guardian of such minor
(example: a student receiving a tuition only waiver would be dependent must have resided in the State of Alabama
required to pay the technology and maintenance fees, parking for at least 12 months preceding application for
and insurance before the waiver could be applied). admission. If the parents are divorced, residence will
Sponsored students include those students whose expenses are be determined by the residency of the parent to whom
paid by agencies such as Vocational Rehabilitation Services, the court has granted custody.
Alabama G.I. and Dependents Educational Benefits Act, Minor: An individual who, because of age, lacks
post 9/11 G.I. Bill, (excluding veterans who receive benefits the capacity to contract under Alabama law.
only from Federal Veterans Administration), and eligible Pell Under current law, this means a single individual
Grant recipients. FEES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE under 19 years of age and a married individual
REGISTRATION IS CONSIDERED COMPLETE. Students under 18 years of age, but excludes an individual
who intend to pay their tuition using Prepaid Affordable College whose disabilities of non-age have been removed
Tuition Program (PACT), Vocational Rehabilitation Services, or any by a court of competent jurisdiction for a reason
third party entity are responsible for paying the fees that are not covered. other than establishing a legal residence in
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2. The student is not a dependent (as defined by set by the District Attorney’s Office.
Internal Revenue Codes) who: F. An administrative fee not to exceed five percent (5%) of
a. is a full-time permanent employee of the tuition and other institutional charges, or $100, whichever
institution at which the student is registering or is is smaller, will be assessed for each withdrawal within the
the spouse of such an employee; or period beginning the first day of class and ending at the
b. can verify full-time permanent employment within end of the third week of class.
the State of Alabama or is the spouse of such an G. Some courses may require additional fees.
employee and will commence said employment NOTE: There is no difference in the cost of auditing a course
within 90 days of registration with the institution; and taking that course for credit.
or
TUITION/FEE REFUND POLICY
c. is a member of or the spouse of a member of
A. Withdrawals
the United State military on full-time active duty
The Shelton State tuition refund policy is based on the
stationed in Alabama under orders for duties
College calendar. The calculation of the refund begins with
other than attending school; or
the first day of class as listed on the College calendar for
d. is an accredited member of, or the spouse of, an
that particular term. In order to receive 100% refund for
accredited member of a consular staff assigned to
complete withdrawal from school, students must withdraw
duties in Alabama.
BEFORE THE FIRST SCHEDULED DAY LISTED ON
3. In determining Non-Resident Student status for the
THE COLLEGE CALENDAR FOR THAT TERM. The
purpose of charging tuition, the burden of proof lies
first day of class is the first official instructional day of all
with the applicant for admission. The College may
classes as stated in the institution’s published calendar.
request proof that the applicant meets the stipulations
There is only one first day. All terms within the semester,
noted above prior to admission.
full term, first split term, and second split term, are treated
4. The student is eligible for in-state tuition if the
independently for refund purposes. Once the drop/add
student resides in Lowndes and Noxubee counties in
period has ended for the respective term, partial refunds
Mississippi.
will only be granted for a complete withdrawal for the
Out-of-State Student respective term.
Any applicant for admission who does not fall into Section 1. Full Term Enrollment
B (Non-Resident Student) above shall be charged a minimum A student who withdraws from the College may claim a
tuition of two times the resident tuition rate charged by that partial refund under certain conditions:
institution. Students initially classified as ineligible for resident a. students who completely withdraw before the
tuition will retain that classification for tuition purposes until beginning of the term receive a 100% refund
they provide documentation that they have qualified for b. students who completely withdraw within the first
resident tuition. five instructional days receive a 75% refund.
c. students who completely withdraw during the
OTHER FEES sixth through tenth instructional days receive a
A. A late registration fee of $25.00 is charged if registration 50% refund.
is not completed on or before the designated date of d. students who completely withdraw during the
registration. eleventh through fifteenth instructional days
B. A diploma fee equal to the actual cost of the diploma is receive a 25% refund.
charged. e. students who completely withdraw after the 15th
C. A vehicle registration fee of $10.00 is required each year. instructional day will receive NO REFUND.
D. All students are required to purchase a student accident 2. Split Term Enrollment
insurance policy each semester. The charge is $7.50 for fall A student who withdraws from the College may claim
and spring semesters and $5.00 for the summer semester. a partial refund under certain conditions:
These rates are subject to change. a. students who completely withdraw before the
E. Cash, checks, money orders, casier’s check, Discover, Visa, beginning of the term receive a 100% refund.
and MasterCard will be accepted as payment of all fees b. students who completely withdraw within the first
and charges, subject to final payment. If a student’s check three instructional days receive a 75% refund.
is returned unpaid, payment must be cleared promptly c. students who completely withdraw during the
by another form of payment other than personal check. fourth through sixth instructional days receive a
A restriction will be placed on the student account until 50 percent refund.
returned item and fees are paid in full. The returned d. students who completely withdraw during the
check service fee charge will be based on the current rate
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seventh through ninth instructional days receive the Academic Competitive Grant (ACG). Shelton State is
a 25 percent refund. also approved to participate in the Alabama Student Assistant
e. students who completely withdraw after the tenth Program (ASAP). Shelton State Community College currently
instructional day will receive NO REFUND. does not participate in any of the federal loan programs. Shelton
Only the following tuition/fees can be refunded: Tuition, State, however, is approved for deferment of previous loans.
Maintenance Fees and Technology Fees. Other miscellaneous
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID
fees will not be refunded. A list of refund dates and refund
Priority for the limited campus-based programs (FWS,
percentages is printed each semester in The Schedule of Classes.
FSEOG and ASAP) is given to students whose fall semester
B. Drop/Add and Late Registration Period applications are completed prior to May 30th of the current
The Drop/Add and Late Registration Period is a three award year.
(3) to five (5) day period after the official designated Students who apply for financial aid must:
registration days for full term classes during the fall and 1. Apply for admission and have on file a copy of the
spring semesters. The Drop/Add and Late Registration high school transcript, GED scores or certificates,
Period is two (2) days for the summer semester and for academic transcripts from other colleges previously
split term classes. Students who drop a course (or courses) attended, or documentation of successfully passing a
and have other courses remaining for that term on their recognized Ability to Benefit test. Transient students
schedules may receive 100 percent refund if the course and students taking additional courses are not eligible
is dropped during the designated Drop/Add and Late to receive financial aid at SSCC.
Registration Period for that specific term. AFTER THE 2. Be a U.S. Citizen or an eligible non-citizen. All eligible
DROP/ADD AND LATE REGISTRATION PERIOD, non-citizens must provide documentation to verify
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN TO STUDENTS their eligibility status.
WHO DROP A COURSE (OR COURSES) AND 3. Be a regular student working towards a degree or
HAVE OTHER COURSES REMAINING FOR certificate in an eligible program at SSCC. A regular
THE SAME SEMESTER ON THEIR SCHEDULES; student is someone who is enrolled or accepted for
AND THUS, REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR enrollment in an eligible institution for the purpose of
COMPLETE WITHDRAWAL ONLY. obtaining a degree or certificate offered by the College.
C. Short Course Refunds (Continuing Education, 4. Must meet the standards of academic progress
Community Education) (qualitative and quantitative).
A refund will not be given after the first meeting of the 5. Male students, 18-25 years of age, must be registered
class. with the Selective Service. Register through the
D. SHELTON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DOES internet at www.sss.gov.
NOT GIVE CASH REFUNDS. Refund checks are mailed 6. Call the Office of Financial Aid to request that the
from the Office of Business Services. In order for refunds Student Aid Report (SAR) be processed electronically
to be processed, students must obtain a withdrawal form or bring your copy of the SAR into the office.
from the Office of Admissions and Records. Students
QUALIFYING FOR FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID
must contact the Cashier’s Office to request the refund.
Students who apply for Federal Financial Assistance:
FINANCIAL AID 1. Must complete the Free Application for Federal
In oder for Shelton State Community College to properly Student Aid (FAFSA). This should be done as soon as
process each financial aid application, deadlines are required. students or parents of dependent students complete
Please contact the financial aid office or visit the College their federal income tax return each year.
Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu, for specific information 2. May apply with a paper FAFSA or on the Internet
and deadlines. Shelton State Community College offers at www.fafsa.ed.gov. PIN numbers can be requested
financial assistance to eligible students to help pay the cost of at www.pin.ed.gov. Shelton State’s Title IV code is
their education. Financial aid is designed to supplement the 005691, and the Web site is www.sheltonstate.edu.
family’s ability to finance the student’s educational expenses. 3. If selected for verification, a student must submit
Shelton State is approved for Federal Financial Aid, Veterans signed copies of certain financial documents for the
Benefits, Vocational Rehabilitation Training, and Alabama student and/or spouse and parent(s). Contact the
Prepaid Affordable College Tuition (PACT). The institution Financial Aid Office to find out which documents are
also awards state and private scholarships. required. Approximately one-third of all financial aid
Title IV Federal Financial Aid Programs which are available applications are selected by the federal government in
include Federal Pell Grant, Federal Work-Study (FWS), Federal a process called verification.
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), and 4. Must have financial need. Financial need is
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determined by subtracting the expected family with a minimum of 67% completion rate required
contribution from the cost of education. per semester, you have attempted 55 credit hours and
5. Must have a high school diploma, a GED, or have earned 45 credits this leaves you 43 credit hours to
passed an independently administered Ability to complete your AS degree and transfer. You change to
Benefit test approved by the U.S. Department of a 26 hour certificate program which reduces your time
Education (CPAT). frame to 39 attempted hours to complete your new
6. Must be enrolled as a student in an eligible program program. However if you change your program to an
and making satisfactory academic progress. AA or another AS degree program, the hours left on
*Technical Classes/Certificates require a clock hour your time frame will remain 43 credit hours to complete
conversion to receive Title IV funds. Financial Aid the new program and transfer. After attempting 12
will be paid on the lowest hours. Questions should be hours in the certificate program, you decide that you
directed to the Financial Aid Office at 205.391.2218. want to complete the AS degree program and transfer,
7. Must not be in default on any previous student loan. your remaining time frame for financial aid purposes
8. Before financial aid is awarded, official transcripts will reduce to 31 credit hours to complete and transfer.
must be on file. Overall GPA will not be re-calculated)
* If a student is enrolled in a technical/certificate 2. Qualitative Measures: Each student will be expected
program that does not offer a degree, credit hours will to meet or exceed the following Grade Point Average
be adjusted based on a federally mandated credit/ (GPA) at the indicated points in his or her program
clock hour conversion formula. of study:
Once the financial aid award has been established, the 12 - 21 hours 1.50 GPA
College officially notifies the student with a financial aid 22 - 32 hours 1.75 GPA
award letter which is mailed to the address on file in the Office 33 hours and above 2.00 GPA
of Admissions and Records. The student may then register for Students must maintain a “C” average (2.00 GPA)
classes. Once notification is received, the student may request during the two-year period. The qualitative measure
that charges up to the total amount of the financial aid award will be based on the student’s overall grade point
(excluding work-study awards) be applied to his/her account. average. The Cumulative GPA will not be re-calculated
Such charges include tuition, fees, and books, and supplies for change of program. Cumulative credit hours
purchased in the College’s bookstore. successfully completed are defined as grade of A, B,
Any remaining balance from the financial aid award for C, D, and S. Credit hours not successfully completed
the current semester will be issued by check to the address on are defined as F, W, I, U, and IP. However, the credit
file in the Office of Admissions and Records. Students who hours not successfully completed are counted in your
completely withdraw from school prior to the disbursement time frame as attempted hours. Credit hours taken
of funds will have their financial aid adjusted based on their for AUDIT, will not be counted in the student’s time
withdrawal date. Any funds remaining will be returned to the frame or in the award calculation to determine the
financial aid program. student’s enrollment status. Cumulative GPA is all
credits transferred and earned.
MINIMUM STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY
3. Quantitative Measures: Each student must pass at least
ACADEMIC PROGRESS
67% of the hours attempted during the academic year.
Federal regulations require that all students meet minimum
Undergraduate students must finish their degree or
standards of satisfactory academic progress to receive financial
certificate within 150% of the length of the program.
aid.
For instance, if the length of the undergraduate
A. Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress
program is 65 credit hours, the maximum time frame
1. Time Frame: Each student receiving financial aid will
allowed to earn a degree/certificate will not exceed
be expected to complete his or her program of study
98 attempted hours. The student must complete
within a period not to exceed 1.5 times the length of
by earning at least 67% of the credits attempted
his or her chosen program; e.g., a two-year program of
per semester. Satisfactory academic progress will
study (six semesters) must be completed within three
be checked annually before awards are keyed into
years (nine semesters) of attendance. A change in
the system. The number of hours attempted will be
program for an associate degree (AS/AA) and associate
counted as of the day of record of each semester. All
and applied sciences degrees (AAS) programs, or a
periods of enrollment at Shelton State, including
certificate program will be allowed; however, financial
transfer hours accepted, will be counted in the
aid will be granted ONLY for additional required hours,
attempted and the completion percentage. Students
if any. (EXAMPLE: Your current program of study is
who do not earn a degree/certificate within the
an AS degree to transfer, the time frame is 98 hours
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specified time will not be eligible for federal aid. The hours attempted at the institution or the term GPA
completion percentage will be measured at the end is 2.0 or above (based on at least 12 credit hours or
of each semester. Financial aid recipients who are above attempted at the institution during that term).
placed on financial aid probation who do not earn
Financial Aid
the required completion percentage at the end of the
Once a student is placed on financial aid probation,
probation semester will not be eligible for aid until the
the student’s failure to get back into compliance
completion percentage has again been met. Students
with the qualitative and/or quantitative measures
must notify the Financial Aid Office in writing with
of the SAP will result in the student being placed
documentation when the completion percentage has
on financial aid suspension. During the suspension
been attained to have financial aid reinstated.
period, the student will not be eligible to receive
4. Procedure for Reviewing Satisfactory Academic Title IV aid until the student meets or exceeds the
Progress qualitative and quantitative measures of the SAP
Once grades are posted to official transcripts, the requirements.
Office of Financial Aid reviews the academic history of
C. Clearing GPA or Credit Hour Deficiencies/
those students who receive financial aid. Students who
Reinstatement
do not meet the Minimum Standards of Satisfactory
A student may have financial aid reinstated if he/she
Academic Progress (SAP) are notified that they are on
attends college, at his/her own expense, and grades are
financial aid probation or suspension.
in compliance with established minimum standards
If it is the first time a student has not met the
of satisfactory academic progress. It is the student’s
minimum Standards of Satisfactory Academic
responsibility to notify the Office of Financial Aid when
Progress, he/she is placed on financial aid probation
his/her grades are in compliance with the policy. Financial
for one semester. Students on financial aid probation
aid will not retroactively pay for any periods of enrollment
are eligible to receive all financial aid. Students who
during which the student was not eligible.
do not meet the Minimum Standards of Satisfactory
Academic Progress at the end of the probationary Cumulative Credit Hours Completed
semester, will be placed on financial aid suspension. Cumulative Credit hours completed are defined as grades
Students on financial aid suspension are not eligible A, B, C, or D. Credit hours not successfully completed are
for Federal or State aid and all pending awards defined as F, W, I, or U.
will be canceled. Students have the right to appeal NOTE: Refer to Academic Information, Grading System.
their suspension status. Appeals are filed using the
Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal form. Cumulative Credit Hours Attempted
Cumulative credit hours attempted are defined as all credit
B. Financial Aid Probation and Suspension hours attempted at SSCC and all credit hours transferred
A student’s failure to meet any of the above conditions and accepted from another institution. Repeated courses
will result in the student being placed on financial aid passed, failed, or withdrawn will be counted as credit
probation for a period not to exceed one semester. During hours attempted.
this probationary period, the student may continue
D. Program of Study
to receive financial aid. However, if the student fails to
Students who receive financial assistance must be accepted
comply with the minimum standards of satisfactory
for enrollment as a regular student in a program of study
academic progress at the end of the probationary period,
leading to a degree or a certificate. A regular student is
financial aid will be terminated. The courses taken
someone who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an
during that probationary period must be required in
eligible institution for the purpose of obtaining a degree or
the chosen program of study.
certificate offered by the College.
1. Suspension
E. Official and Unofficial Withdrawals and Interruptions
Academic
A student who totally withdraws from the College two
When a student who is eligible for Title IV federal
or more times may be placed on financial aid suspension
financial aid is academically suspended, whether the
for failure to meet the quantitative standards of progress
student serves the suspension or is readmitted upon
(refer to quantitative standards of progress) and may owe
appeal, the student is not eligible to receive aid for the
an unearned portion of the schedule award.
duration of the suspension. The student will not be
A student who withdraws during a payment period or
eligible to receive aid until the student achieves the
period of enrollment before disbursement is made; may
cumulative GPA required for the number of credit
have the award adjusted based on assistance earned up to
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the point of withdrawal. Once the student has completed obtained the second time the course is attempted counts
more than 60 percent of the payment period or period toward the minimum number of credit hours required
of enrollment, the student will earn all of the assistance. for the program completion and the hours do not count
If the student receives more assistance than earned, the towards the calculation for the semester/term load.
excess funds must be returned. NOTE: Contact the Office of Financial Aid for any
exceptions.
Official Withdrawal
A student’s official withdrawal date is defined as the date G. Right of Appeal
the student signs and submits an official withdrawal form Decisions regarding student eligibility for financial aid are
to the Office of Admissions and Records. subject to appeal to the Student Finance Appeal Team
(SFAT). Appeals of eligibility decisions may be made
Unofficial Withdrawal
regarding the income basis for determining eligibility,
A student is considered to have unofficially withdrawn for
determination of dependent or independent status,
financial aid purposes only when:
compliance with Standards of Academic Progress, and
1. the student does not complete the official withdrawal
right to a refund of tuition and fees.
process; and
A student who wishes to appeal a decision regarding
2. the student earns failing grades (F or U) in all courses
eligibility should
for which he/she is registered.
1. complete the Financial Aid Appeals Form and provide
If the last day of attendance is not defined on any
written documentation of mitigating or extenuating
records, the student’s unofficial withdrawal date will
circumstances, and
be defined as the midpoint (50%) of the semester and
2. submit the appeal form along with the documentation
the student will in accordance with the Return to Title
to the Student Finance Appeals Team (SFAT).
IV calculation, owe monies back to the Title IV funds.
The time frame for midpoint will differ for students The Student Finance Appeals Team will act on a timely
enrolled in split term sessions ONLY. basis to decide the appeal and to notify the applicant in
writing of the results of the appeal. The decision of the
Financial Aid Official and Unofficial Withdrawal Policy
SFAT is final.
A student who receives federal financial aid (Title IV
funds) may have his/her financial aid adjusted based on H. Disbursement of Financial Aid Funds
his/her date of official or unofficial complete withdrawal. It is College policy that students are expected to attend
Title IV aid consists of Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental all classes for which they are registered and attendance is
Educational Grants, and the Academic Competitive calculated from the first official class day. Students who
Grant. A complete withdrawal is defined as withdrawing receive financial aid are reported as “non-attending,” must
or discontinuing attendance from all classes for a given contact the Office of Financial Aid. Attendance issues
semester. may cause a student’s award to be adjusted. Disbursement
checks are mailed approximately 14 days after the last day
Consequences for Complete Withdrawal and Financial
of the Drop/Add and Late Registration Period, pending
Aid Repayment
receipt of federal funds. Books and supplies can be charged
A student who officially or unofficially completely
against Pell Grant after payment has been credited to the
withdraws earns financial aid based on the number of
student’s account for tuition and fees. Registration is not
calendar days he/she attended. Earned financial aid
complete until tuition and fees have been paid.
is calculated from the beginning of the semester to the
official or unofficial withdrawal date. If the applicant has Title IV Pell Grant will be awarded based on the student’s
attended 60% of the semester, the applicant is considered Expected Family Contribution (EFC) number and hours
to have earned the aid received. attending.
12 or more credit hours Full-time
F. Developmental and Repeated Courses
9 to 11 Three-fourths time
A Title IV Federal Aid recipient who is enrolled in a
6 to 8 Half-time
developmental course may not enroll in the same course
5 and under Less than half-time
more than three times and continue to receive financial
assistance for the course. A Title IV Federal Financial I. Return to Title IV Funds (R2T4)
Aid recipient may not be paid for more than 30 credit The federal government has established a Return to Title IV
hours of developmental course work. If a student repeats funds (R2T4) Policy CFR Section 668.22. Federal Grant
a course which was previously successfully completed with recipients who completely withdraw from the institution
a grade of “S” or a grade of “D” or above, the credit hours prior to completing 60% of the enrollment period are
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subject to the R2T4 policy and may owe a repayment. Sixty Percent (60%) of Enrollment Period
The R2T4 calculation will be performed in accordance to The sixty-percent enrollment period is published each
federal regulations. A student who unofficially withdraws semester in the printed semester schedule of classes.
and the last date of attendance cannot be determined, the Students who withdraw from school before these dates
R2T4 calculation will be based on the mid-point of the will owe a repayment and will have accumulated attempted
semester and the recipient may owe a repayment to the course hours. The sixty percent date is the date in which
Title IV programs. The Title IV programs consist of Federal 60% of the class meetings have been held.
Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Grant
Repayment
(FSEOG), and the Academic Competitive Grant (ACG).
A repayment is what a student must return to the U.S.
Procedure for Repaying the U.S. Government Department of Education. The amount of repayment will
According to regulations, the Office of Business Services be based upon a formula, prescribed by law, that considers
performs the Return to Title IV calculations. When it is the date of withdrawal and the amount of federal aid
determined that the student owes a repayment of grants (excluding work-study) received. Any student who fails
to the U.S. Government, the student will be sent a letter to repay the U.S. Department of Education will not be
of notification of this debt and will be ineligible to receive eligible to receive federal aid at Shelton State Community
any future Title IV aid until this matter is resolved. If the College or any other institution.
student owes a balance to the College, the student must
K. Student Rights
pay the balance prior to registering for future semesters or
Students have the right to ask Shelton State Community
requesting a transcript be sent to another college.
College:
The student must contact the Cashier’s Office
• the name of its accrediting and licensing organizations;
within 45 days of receiving the written notification on
• about its programs, its institutional laboratories and
any repayment obligation. If the student does not contact
other physical facilities, and its faculty;
the Cashier’s Office with payment, the College will send
• about the cost of attending and its policy on refunds
the student’s information to the U. S. Government for
to students who withdraw;
collection and the student will remain ineligible for federal
• what financial assistance is available, including
and state aid until the College receives notice that the
information on all federal, state, local, private, and
student has re-established his/her eligibility. The student
institutional financial aid programs;
must present to the College a Title IV letter of eligibility
• what are the procedures and deadlines for submitting
from the Department of Education.
applications for each financial aid program;
It is the intent of the Office of Financial Aid to inform
• what criteria are used to select financial aid recipients
Federal Grant recipients who completely withdraw from
• how financial need is determined;
all courses in a given semester to seriously consider the
• how and when students on financial aid will receive a
implications of this R2T4 policy. Students who are
disbursement;
having difficulty in their classes should seek assistance
• how the school determines whether a student is
through their instructors, the Counseling Center and
making satisfactory progress and what happens if the
the Learning Center.
student is not;
• what special facilities and services are available to
J. Definitions
persons with disabilities.
Federal Grant Recipient
A student who receives one or more of the following: Federal It is the student’s responsibility to:
Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity • review all information about the College’s programs
Grant (FSEOG), and Federal Work/Study funds. before enrolling;
• pay special attention to the Application for Student
Complete Withdrawal
Financial Aid, complete it accurately, and submit it on
The withdrawal date is the date the student submits a
time to the proper office;
completed Schedule Change form to withdraw from all
• know and comply with all deadlines for applying and
classes to the Office of Admissions and Records or the
reapplying for financial aid;
appropriate instructional site. In those cases where a
• provide all additional documentation, verification,
student unofficially withdraws (stops attending without
corrections, and/or new information requested by
completing the withdrawal process); the withdrawal date
the Office of Financial Aid or the agency to which
is the mid-point (50%) of the term if a withdrawal date
application was made;
cannot be determined.
• read, understand, and keep copies of all forms the
student is asked to sign;
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• repay any student loan obligations and/or request 18 semesters or the equivalent. Only the precentage of
deferment information from the lending agency; time that a student is enrolled will count toward this limit.
• notify the Office of Admissions and Records of any Once classes begin, students must attend class starting the
change in the student’s name, address, course major, first day or Pell Grant may be adjusted for non-attendance.
or attendance status; For more information about Federal Pell Grants, contact
• understand the refund policy; the Office of Financial Aid, 205.391.2218.
• appeal any decision made concerning financial aid
B. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
status;
(FSEOG)
• call the Office of Financial Aid and request that the
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity
SAR be pulled down electronically or bring in his/her
Grant is designed to assist students with exceptional
copy; notify the Office of Financial Aid of a change
financial need. Priority is given to Federal Pell Grant
of program and request a transfer evaluation (If no
recipients who apply early (prior to May 30 for the coming
credits can be transferred into the new program, the
fall semester) and have a “0” eligibility number (EFC).
student will be advised accordingly.)
Students should complete the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for Federal Supplemental
FINANCIAL AID COURSE LOAD REQUIREMENT
Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG). For more
To receive the amount of Federal Pell Grant as indicated
information about Federal Supplemental Educational
on the financial aid award letter, a student must be enrolled
Opportunity Grants, contact the Office of Financial Aid,
for a full-time course load which is a minimum of 12 credit
205.391.2218.
hours each semester. A student who enrolls for less than
12 credit hours will have his/her Pell Grant award adjusted C. Academic Competitive Grant (ACG)
according to registration status. A student enrolled in nine to The Academic Competitive Grant is awarded to eligible
11 credit hours is considered three-quarter time, six to eight students who qualify for Pell Grant and have completed a
credit hours half-time, and one to five credit hours less than rigorous secondary school program of study. The applicant
half-time. If a student receives Title IV funds and is registered must be: a U.S. citizen, a federal Pell Grant recipient,
for technical classes that require clock hour conversion, the enrolled at least half-time in a degree or certificate program,
Title IV Pell awards will be based on financial aid hours rather and enrolled in the first or second year of their program
than academic hours. Students who have questions regarding of study to be eligible for each academic year. The ACG
the enrollment status or adjusted credit hours should call the award is $750 for the first academic year and $1,300 for
Office of Financial Aid, 205.391.2218. the second academic year.
FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS D. Alabama Student Assistance Program (ASAP) The
A. Pell Grant Alabama Student Assistance Program is designed to assist
The Federal Pell Grant is a designed to assist eligible exceptionally needy students. It consists of Federal State
applicants with educational expenses. The Federal Pell Student Incentive Grant funds and funds appropriated by
Grant does not have to be repaid unless the Return to Title the Alabama Legislature. ASAP funds are gift aid which
IV applies. Pell Grant provides a foundation of financial does not have to be repaid. Students should complete
aid to which other federal and non-federal sources of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
aid may be added. The amount of a Federal Pell Grant to apply. Priority is given to those who receive a Federal
is dependent upon a family’s financial circumstances. Pell Grant and who apply early. For more information
Students should complete the Free Application for Federal concerning the Alabama Student Assistance Program
Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for a Federal Pell Grant. A contact the Office of Financial Aid, 205.391.2218.
Federal Pell Grant is awarded for an academic year (two
semesters). The financial aid year begins with the fall E. Federal Work-Study
semester and ends with the summer semester.Beginning The Federal Work-Study is part-time employment on and
the 2009-2010 award year, eligible Pell Grant recipients off campus. It allows students to earn a portion of the
can receive up to 200 percent of his/her scheduled award. money which is needed to finance their education. This
This means that a student can receive two consecutive program exists to assist in paying the difference between
scheduled Pell Grant awards during a single award year. the cost of education and the amount that the student and
To qualify, students must be enrolled at least half time the parents can afford to pay. Federal Work-Study provides
for more than one academic year during a single award a meaningful job experience while allowing the student
year and must be in an associate or a certificate program. the opportunity to earn a portion of his or her educational
Applicants who are first-time Pell Grant recipients on or cost. Students must complete the Free Application
after July 1, 2009, can receive awards for a maximum of for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Shelton State
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Community College Application for Federal Work-Study of admissions records and receiving transfer of credit
to apply. For additional information, contact the Office of information. If the enrollment period is temporarily
Financial Aid, 205.391.2218. interrupted, the Office of Financial Aid will certify re-
enrollment when the veteran notifies the office. Benefits
VETERAN FINANCIAL PROGRAMS
may not be paid for courses previously passed unless a
A. Alabama National Guard
better grade is required in the degree objective, for courses
1. Educational Assistance Program (ANGEAP) The
in which a grade of Incomplete, “I,” was previously
Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program
received, or for courses which are not a part of the declared
is designed to provide financial assistance to Alabama
educational program (unless approved as a substitute for a
National Guard members. Limited funding is provided
required course by the appropriate instructional officer.)
by the Alabama Legislature and priority is given to those
who apply early. Applications for the Alabama National ALL VETERANS SHOULD CONTACT THE OFFICE
Guard Educational Assistance Program are available from OF FINANCIAL AID DURING REGISTRATION IN
the member’s Alabama National Guard Unit. For more ORDER TO COMPLETE PROPER CERTIFICATION
information concerning the ANGEAP, members should WITH THE VETERANS ADMINISTRATION.
contact the National Guard benefits administrator at the
Information pertaining to the Alabama Veterans program
member’s unit.
may be obtained by writing the State Department of
2. Tuition Assistance Program Veteran Affairs, P. O. Box 1509, Montgomery, AL 36104.
Tuition Assistance is provided in accordance with
Documentation of veteran’s information as required by the
current VA policy. Semester hour caps are set at 6 hours
Veterans Administration and Shelton State is as follows:
per semester not to exceed 15 hours per year. The State
1. copy of DD-214 or Certificate of Eligibility - Doc.
Education Services Officer MUST approve all requests for
#2384;
Tuition Assistance PRIOR to the start of the class.
2. transcripts from all institutions previously attended.
For more information concerning the TA program, eligible
TRANSCRIPTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
members should Contact the Army National Guard
FROM STUDENTS - ONLY DIRECTLY FROM
benefits administrator at the member’s unit.
INSTITUTIONS; and
B. Alabama GI Dependents State Scholarship 3. file number.
Program
To apply for veterans benefits the student must complete
Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship Program provides for
the following procedure:
a child whose parent was killed or died in the line of duty,
1. Apply for admission to the College and complete his/
is listed as missing in action, died from a service connected
her admission file.
disability, is deceased but had a 20% to 100% service
2. Complete an application for VA benefits and attach a
connected disability, is living and has a 20% to 100%
copy of DD-214 or Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE)
service connected disability, or is or was a prisoner of war.
- National Guard Reserve. If a student has used VA
The scholarship may pay tuition, one fee, and required
benefits at a previously attended institution, students
books. The scholarship will not pay for tools, supplies,
must complete a “Request for Change of Program or
and developmental courses and books. To apply, contact
Place of Training” form (Form 22- 1995.)
the Alabama State Department of Veterans Affairs, P.O.
3. Disabled Veterans (Chapter 31) must contact a
Box 1509, Montgomery, AL 36102-1509 or any county
VA counselor at 950 22nd Street, N., Suite 777,
veterans service officer of that Department whose office
Birmingham, AL 35203. If eligible, the VA counselor
is located in the County Courthouse or building nearby.
will submit authorization to the College which will
Note: State Dependent Scholarship does not pay for
pay for tuition, fees, and required books and supplies.
developmental classes.
4. Dependent Students of 100% or totally Disabled
C. Benefits for Veterans and Dependents of Veterans Veterans (Chapter 35) must complete application form
Shelton State Community College does not participate in 22-5490. The Dependents’ Educational Assistance
advance pay. Students must pay for books, tuition, and (DEA) program provides education and training
fees at the time of registration. Students should expect to opportunities to eligible dependents of certain
receive Veterans Administration (VA) benefits 60 to 90 veterans. The program offers up to 45 months of
days after submission. education benefits. These benefits may be used for
A veteran may be certified for only one semester if the degree and certificate programs, apprenticeship, and
student has prior credit that has not been received and on-the-job training. If you are a spouse, you may take
evaluated. Recertification is contingent upon completion a correspondence course. Developmental, deficiency,
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and refresher courses may be approved under certain For specific scholarship requirements and deadlines, refer to
circumstances. the specific scholarship information.
Certification of Veterans Academic
The following criteria will be used for certifying veterans or Academic scholarships recognize outstanding high school
eligible persons. seniors and Shelton State students who have excelled in
1. Certification will be granted for only those courses which academics. Students should have a minimum of a 3.00
are applicable to the declared program of study (major). Any average in addition to involvement in extracurricular
deviation must be approved in writing by a College official. activities. An ACT or SAT score is required of high school
2. Certification for more than the required number of hours students applying for academic scholarships.
will be granted only upon written approval from the
Technical
Veterans Administration.
Technical scholarships are awarded to new or returning
3. Certification may be granted for basic institutional credit
SSCC students based on availability, high school record,
courses and developmental courses if such courses are
performance, and recommendation of the instructor.
necessary for the student to reach his or her objective.
Technical scholarships support students whose educational
4. Certification will not be granted for audit or community
goals include the completion of one of the College’s career
education courses.
technical programs of study.
5. Veterans must be recertified for educational benefits when
they re-enter college after an interruption of an educational Performing Arts
program. Performing Arts scholarships are awarded to students
6. The veteran who has received college credit at other in Art, Music, Speech/Forensics, and Theatre. Awards
institutions will be certified for only those courses are based upon availability, competition, demonstrated
necessary to complete the declared program of study at talent, academic record, the student’s educational goals,
Shelton State Community College. and a recommendation from the community. They are
7. Payment for benefits will be based on the following conditional upon the student’s active engagement in the
schedule: Art, Music, Speech/Forensics, or Theatre Department. Art
12 credit hours or more Full-time payment students submit a portfolio; Music, Speech/Forensics, and
9 to 11 credit hours Three-fourths payment Theatre students perform in scheduled auditions at the
6 to 8 credit hours One-half payment College.
5 or less credit hours Reimbursement for
tuition and fees only Athletic
Athletic scholarships are awarded on the basis of tryouts
Class Attendance of Veterans and/or a demonstrated ability to compete on the
For the veteran, failure to attend class may result in a reduction intercollegiate level. Scholarships cover tuition, fees, and
or termination of benefits. Any irregularity in class attendance books. The number of scholarships awarded in each sport,
must be approved by the instructor and the appropriate VA along with eligibility requirements, is established by the
officer as to whether absences are excused or unexcused. NJCAA. Scholarships are awarded in baseball, men’s and
Should the veteran accumulate excessive unexcused absences, women’s basketball, and women’s fast-pitch softball.
the reduction of benefits to the veteran will be made effective
the last date of attendance in class. Cheerleading
Shelton State Community College has a co-ed cheer-
Withdrawals from Class or Classes by Veterans leading squad which performs at home basketball games
Veterans may adjust their schedule without penalty only and other school functions. Members are chosen at try-
during the Drop/Add and Late Registration Period. A veteran outs which are held each spring.
who withdraws after this period without demonstrating
extenuating circumstances could suffer loss of payment under Promise
VA educational assistance. Promise scholarships are awarded to new or returning
students who have demonstrated capability of success in
SCHOLARSHIPS high school or college and documented financial need.
Shelton State Community College offers competitive Promise scholarships are awarded for the academic year
full or partial scholarships to qualified students. Scholarship in which they are awarded and application may be made
information and applications are available on the Shelton State for renewal. Application for Federal Financial Assistance
Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu, in the Counseling Center on is required for Promise scholarships.
the Martin Campus, Room 128 in the Administration Building
on the C.A. Fredd Campus, and from high school counselors.
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Other Scholarships after the class has met minimum enrollment requirements
Childcare as defined by the College, provide proof of high school
Leadership in Child Care scholarships are available to graduation or the equivalent, and pay all applicable fees.
Alabama residents employed in a legally operating facility For additional information, contact the Counseling
caring for pre-school or school-age children. The student Center, 205.391.2232.
must be seeking first Child Development Associate
Shelton State Community College Foundation
(CDA) credential. Information and applications for these
The Shelton State Community College Foundation, a
scholarships are available in the Office of Financial Aid.
separate entity from the College, provides scholarships for
Children of Blind Parents students enrolled in instructional programs at the College
Children of certain blind parents may be eligible for based on students’ academic standing, community
scholarships at Shelton State. Eligibility for each applicant involvement, special criteria, and/or financial need.
is determined by the Chancellor of the Alabama College Information and applications are provided in the Shelton
System. Further information may be obtained form the State Community College Foundation Office, the Shelton
Office of Financial Aid. State Counseling Center, on the Shelton State Web site,
www.sheltonstate.edu, and in the office of area high school
Senior Scholarship Program
counselors. For additional information contact the Office
The State of Alabama provides a scholarship program
of the Shelton State Community College Foundation,
that allows senior adults to register for any of the credit
205.391.2298.
courses offered through the College. Individuals must:
be at least 60 years of age at the time of enrollment, take
each course only one time, be registered for a course only
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
ACADEMIC YEAR www.sheltonstate.edu. For additional information, refer to
The academic year of Shelton State Community College is the Language Arts and Mathematics department pages on the
divided into three semesters: a fall semester, a spring semester, College Web site.
and a summer semester. Split terms or mini terms are offered A grade of W is assigned to a student who officially
during each semester. withdraws from the College or from a course. Refer to the
Withdrawal Process for additional information.
GRADING SYSTEM
A grade of I is assigned only if the final exam (or some
Letter grades are assigned according to the following
work of equivalent significance) is missed. The students must
system for all courses for which students have registered.
provide the instructor with documentation to support that the
*A Excellent (90-100)
absence was due to extenuating circumstances. In the event
B Good (80-89)
that an I is given, the instructor must submit to the division
C Average (70-79)
chair (or other designee) a written plan for the student to
D Poor (60-69)
complete the work to establish the course grade. This plan must
F Failure (below 60)
contain all information and materials required to establish the
W Withdrawal
grade. Unless extenuating circumstances exist, the grade must
I Incomplete
be established within one semester after the I was initially
IP** In Progress
assigned. Once the grade is determined, the instructor will
AU Audit
follow the official change of grade procedure. If no grade has
S Satisfactory
been established prior to the end of the semester the I will
U Unsatisfactory
automatically be changed to F.
*Grade requirements and withdrawal policies may vary
Non-credit College activities such as START-UP,
in specific courses or programs. For specific information
COMPASS, etc., may appear on the student’s schedule and/or
consult the course syllabus, the department page on the Collge
transcript.
Web site or contact the Office of the Dean of Instruction,
205.391.2283.
AUDIT
**A grade of IP is available only in those sections of
A student may audit a course rather than enroll in it
developmental education courses that utilize Computer
for credit. Standards of performance for each class will be
Based Instruction (CBI). These CBI sections are identified
defined by the individual instructor. A mark of AU is given
each semester in the printed official Schedule of Classes; this
to denote an audit. A student auditing classes must fulfill
Schedule is also available on the College Web site,
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admission requirements as stated in the Admissions/Records the College and community can communicate more clearly
information section of this catalog and meet all required course regarding workplace skills. The goal is to ensure that Shelton
prerequisites. A student may change a course from CREDIT to State Community College students enter the world of work
AUDIT or from AUDIT to CREDIT only during the Drop/ with the skills they need to assure success.
Add and Late Registration Period of each semester within the The Skills Report that is generated upon completion of
Office of Admissions and Records. the official ACT WorkKeys assessment explains the skill levels
attained by the student and specifies the workplace skills that
GRADE POINTS the individual student has mastered. This information is a part
To obtain a numerical measure of the quality of a student’s of the career credentials document that students can provide to
work, grade points are assigned to grades as indicated below: a potential employer to demonstrate their ability to contribute
A — 4 grade points per hour in the workplace.
B — 3 grade points per hour The schedule for administering the official ACT WorkKeys
C — 2 grade points per hour assessment is publicized each semester. Anyone desiring further
D — 1 grade point per hour information about ACT WorkKeys may contact the Office of
F — 0 grade points per hour the Dean of Instruction.
The grade point average (GPA) of a student is determined
COMPASS ASSESSMENT
by multiplying the number of grade points for each grade
Course placement at the College is determined by the
received by the number of semester hours for that course; then
results of COMPASS, the official assessment instrument used
the total number of grade points is divided by the total number
by the College.
of semester hours attempted, excluding courses with W, S, U,
Students must present picture identification and have an
and AU designations.
application for admission on file with the Office of Admissions
and Records to take the COMPASS Assessment. COMPASS
MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM COURSE LOAD
retesting is allowed under certain circumstances. The College
The student course load for a full-time student is 12 to
reserves the right to assess a nominal charge for retesting.
19 credit hours per semester. Twenty or more credit hours
COMPASS scores are valid for three years. Students who
constitute an overload. A student course overload must be
enroll in a course without equivalent assessment scores may be
approved by the Dean of Instructional Services. No student
withdrawn from the course by the College and may not qualify
will be approved for more than 24 credit hours in any one
for a refund of tuition. It is the responsibility of the student to
semester for any reason.
ensure that all assessment requirements are met.
PREREQUISITES AND COREQUISITES The following students are exempt from the English and/
Students are required to complete prerequisites and satisfy or mathematics section(s) of the COMPASS® Assessment:
corequisites for each course for which they are registered. a. students who score 20 or above on the English section
Students who enroll in a course without completing course and/or 20 or above on the mathematics section of the
prerequisites and satisfying corequisites may be withdrawn ACT and enroll at Shelton State within three years of
from the course and assigned a grade of W by the College and high school graduation;
may not qualify for a refund of tuition. It is the responsibility b. students who score 480 or above on the English
of the student to ensure that all course prerequisites and section and/or 480 or above on the mathematics
corequisites are met. section of the SAT I and enroll at Shelton State within
NOTE: Prerequisite: a course or condition required three years of high school graduation;
prior to enrolling in another course. Corequisite: a course c. students who have an associate degree or higher from
or condition that must be taken at the same time as another a regionally accredited postsecondary institution
course, or in special circumstances, completed prior to another (community, junior or four-year college);
course. d. students who transfer degree-creditable college-level
English or mathematics courses with a grade of C or
WORKKEYS
better;
Shelton State Community College is an ACT WorkKeys
e. students who have successfully completed certain
Service Center. The ACT WorkKeys system has been
developmental coursework at another Alabama
implemented at the College to assist students in improving
College System school within the last three years;
their skills for the workplace.
f. students who provide documentation of assessment
The WorkKeys system consists of skills assessment of
(COMPASS or ASSET) within the last three years.
individuals, profiles to determine skill levels needed for
To be eligible for these exemptions, assessment scores
jobs, and targeted instruction to assist individuals in skills
and/or college transcripts must be on file with the Assessment
improvement. WorkKeys provides a common scale so that
Coordinator.
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4. If it is determined that PLA credit can be awarded, the To be eligible for this advanced credit/placement, the
student must make arrangements with the Associate Dean applicant must:
of Academic or Technical Services to determine what must 1. be recommended by the applicant’s technical
be included in the applicant’s portfolio. In the portfolio instructor for advanced credit;
assessment process, an instructor of a course for which 2. pass the high school course(s) which are to be
credit for experiential learning is being sought, along with articulated with at least a B average; and
the Associate Dean of Academic or Technical Services, 3. meet all requirements as established in the
shall evaluate the student’s work and training experiences respective high school’s articulation agreement.
in the program field and determine if the student For questions concerning advanced credit/placement,
should be considered for PLA. Evidence of experiential contact the Office of Shelton State Community College’s Tech
learning that should be included in the portfolio should Prep Coordinator, 205.391.2407.
include a description of experiences and the skills
COLLEGE PREPARATORY PROGRAM
learned from these experiences. The portfolio includes a
The Alabama State Board of Education (ASBE) has
brief life history, statement of individual’s career goals,
directed that each institution in the Alabama College System
description of experiences (work and non-work related)
will offer a program of college preparatory instruction. This
and related learning matched to courses for which credit
program includes the following features:
is being sought, and any supporting documentation (e.g.,
1. Each college in The Alabama College System will require
licensures, certifications, continuing education units,
students to take a placement assessment upon admission
training records, employer verification of tasks performed,
to the college and prior to enrollment into an associate
and examples or demonstrations of skills possessed.
degree or college-level certificate program.
5. The instructor must submit the recommendation
2. Each college in The Alabama College System will require
to the Associate Dean of Academic or Technical
every student who enrolls in a college-level course in
Services. If approved, the Associate Dean submits the
mathematics or language arts to take the prescribed
recommendation to the Dean of Instructional Services for
placement assessment. (“Language arts” is defined
review and approval.
as English, reading and composition.) At Shelton
6. Portfolio assessment by itself may be used for PLA
State Community College, COMPASS is the official
only when the following methods cannot be used:
placement assessment of the institution. Students taking
course challenge exams as determined by the Dean of
the assessment satisfy this portion of the ASBE College
Instructional Services upon recommendation from the
Preparatory Program.
Associate Dean of Academic or Technical Services, College
3. Each institution will designate college preparatory courses
Level Examination Program (CLEP), American College
in language arts and mathematics. These courses are not
Testing Proficiency Examination Program (ACT/PEP),
designed to transfer and do not count toward graduation
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Support (DANTES),
as elective credit. At Shelton State Community College,
American Council on Education’s Program on Non-
these courses are as follows: Language Arts: ENG 092,
collegiate Sponsored Instruction (ACE/PONSI), College
ENG 093, RDG 084, RDG 085 Mathematics: MTH 090,
Board Advanced Placement (AP) Program, American
MTH 098
Council on Education College Credit Recommendation
4. Each student who scores below the established placement
Services (ACE/CREDIT), or American Council on
score on the designated placement assessment must
Education Military Program (ACE/MILITARY).
enroll in the appropriate college preparatory course (or
7. If approved, credit awarded through PLA will be awarded
courses) and must remain enrolled in college preparatory
and included on the student’s transcript. Awarded credit
instruction until the student demonstrates readiness for
will be designated as being credited by PLA.
college-level work.
TECH PREP ADVANCED CREDIT/PLACEMENT 5. The maximum load for a student who is enrolled in two or
The West Alabama Tech Prep Consortium which consists more college preparatory courses is 13 semester hours.
of Shelton State Community College and each of the county
CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY
school systems from Bibb, Greene, Hale, Pickens, Tuscaloosa,
STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND ALL
and the Tuscaloosa City School system has developed a formal
CLASSES for which they are registered. Instructors are
articulation agreement. This agreement is designed to build
required to keep a record of attendance for each class meeting.
upon the educational experiences begun at the secondary
CLASSES AT THE COLLEGE ARE TO BE HELD AS
level in specific career occupations. This agreement which
ANNOUNCED IN THE CLASS SCHEDULE. STUDENTS
was signed by each member’s superintendent/president
ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND CLASS ON TIME AND
lists specific provisions in order to receive advanced credit/
ARE EXPECTED TO REMAIN IN CLASS FOR THE
placement.
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DURATION OF THE PUBLISHED CLASS TIME. return to campus. Students engaged in approved
Students attending for less than 30 minutes or half the College activities are to be excused no more than
scheduled time for the class, whichever is greater, will be 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the activity or
considered absent for that class meeting. Instructors are not 30 minutes prior to the latest time at which they
required to give additional time to students who are tardy must leave campus in order to arrive safely at their
for tests or quizzes. Student absences are calculated from the destination.
first day of classes. Attendance the first day of class or at the It is the responsibility of each student engaged in approved
orientation session for a distance education class is essential. College activities to make arrangements to complete any missed
Instruction begins, the syllabus is distributed, room assignments assignments, exams, etc., at a time convenient for the instructor.
are confirmed, attendance is recorded, and financial aid will As much as possible, students should schedule classes on days
be adversely affected by absence the first day of class. When a and times which will not be affected by participation in official
student registers late, the classes that the student missed from College activities so as to minimize their absences. A student
the first scheduled class date are counted as absences. participating in approved College activities should make every
The manner in which make up work, test(s), or effort to arrange class responsibilities such as oral reports,
assignment(s) will be given for excused absences shall be left speeches, recitals, group work participation, etc., around the
solely to the discretion of the instructor. Possible acceptable, schedule of approved activities so that no hardship is placed
documented excused absences include military service, on other class members or the instructor. Instructors are not
accidents, court appearances, illness of the student or illness required to “re-teach” classes for students who miss class for
of an immediate family member, or the death of an immediate any reason. Since many events are scheduled ahead of time,
family member. Work-related excuses, child-care issues, and/ the Office of the Dean of Student Services and the coach or
or travel will not excuse an absence. The student must submit sponsor of the activity may notify instructors at the beginning
appropriate documentation of extenuating circumstances of the semester of all absences as long as the notification meets
to the instructor and make arrangements for any make-up the guidelines above.
work within one week of the last day covered by the excuse.
DISTANCE EDUCATION
It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements
The purpose of distance education is to expand the
with the instructor to make up missed work. Any missed
availability of educational opportunities regardless of geography
material will not be re-taught by the instructor. IT IS THE
and time constraints or career commitments. Shelton State
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT TO KEEP A
Community College provides high quality educational
RECORD OF HIS/HER ABSENCES.
experiences that emphasize institutional strengths and are
Withdrawal from class or removal from the registration
receptive to the needs of both on-campus and off-campus
database can affect eligibility for federal financial aid. For
students with instruction delivered through the Internet. For
additional information, contact the Office of Financial Aid,
additional information on distance education, visit the College
205.391.2218. If a student is unable to attend at least 80 percent
Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu.
of class meetings, regardless of the reason or circumstance, it
is recommended that the student withdraw from that class
BUCS MAIL
before excessive absences interfere with the student’s ability to
All students who are or have been registered for classes
successfully complete the course.
at Shelton State Community College are provided an e-mail
Attendance requirements in programs that lead to board
account. Students who are currently registered must have
licensure or certification may differ from this policy. Students
an e-mail account. Electronic mail is the official method of
should consult program policies and guidelines for details.
communication for delivery of information. Shelton State
designated communicators may use this e-mail account to
ABSENCES FOR APPROVED COLLEGE ACTIVITIES
send official communications to the student body. Student
Absences for students participating in official College
e-mail addresses will be recorded in the College’s electronic
activities that have been approved by the President or his
directories and records.
designee will be excused absences upon receipt of written
Students shall use College issued e-mail addresses to share
notification from the Office of the Dean of Student Services
files and ideas and to communicate with other students and
and the appropriate coach or sponsor. This notification will
College personnel.
meet the following guidelines:
1. Students bear the responsibility to read official
1. Notification must be given to the instructor
College notices at least twice per week and
prior to the absence(s); and
respond (if required).
2. Notification must state the time frame of the activity
2. Students bear the responsibility to comply with
including, specifically, the time for which the student
all appropriate use of e-mail in accordance with
must leave for the activity and when the student will
the College’s policies and procedures located in
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the Shelton State Student Handbook and the There will be no withdrawals after this date. The student
Standard College Policies located on the will receive a grade of W regardless of the student’s average at
Shelton State Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu. the time of the withdrawal if the course does not qualify for
a full refund when dropped; the grade of W will be recorded
STANDARD COLLEGE POLICIES on the student’s permanent record. Students who remain in
Classes taught at the College are governed by the the course after the last day to withdraw will receive the grade
“Standard College Policies” (the “Policies”). A copy of the earned for the course. Withdrawal through the online student
Standard College Policies will be sent to each student at the portal is available until midnight of the designated last day
SSCC student e-mail address, Bucs Mail, assigned to the for withdrawals, and withdrawal in person is available in the
student by the College. It is the student’s responsibility to Office of Admissions and Records until the close of business
check the student’s Bucs Mail account for the Policies. Upon of the designated last day for withdrawals. No withdrawals will
receipt of the Policies, students are deemed to be on notice be taken over the telephone or by e-mail. Failure to attend class
of the contents of the Policies and are expected to abide by does not constitute official withdrawal.
those policies for every class the student attends at the College. NOTE: Students who receive Federal Financial Aid and
The Policies may also be found by visiting the College’s Web withdraw from all classes for which they are registered may owe
site, www.sheltonstate.edu. Students who have questions money to the College.
concerning the Policies should contact the Office of the Dean
of Instructional Services, 205.391.2283. CHANGE OF GRADE POLICY
Additionally, College instructors are required to provide a With the permission of the Dean of Instructional
syllabus to each student enrolled in their courses. The syllabus Services, an instructor may change a grade. Unless extenuating
shall set forth the instructor’s expectations, policies, procedures, circumstances exist, the change of grade must be made within
course content, course schedule, and other information that one semester after the grade was initially assigned. The
defines the requirements of the course for the student. Upon instructor is responsible for submitting the completed grade
receiving the syllabus, students are deemed to be on notice of change form to the Dean of Instructional Services.
its contents and are assumed to understand and abide by the
GRADE APPEAL PROCEDURE
expectations, policies, and procedures stated therein. Students
The student may appeal only the final grade in a course.
who have questions regarding the syllabus should contact the
Grades received during the academic term (or semester)
Office of the Dean of Instructional Services, 205.391.2283, or
for performance, tests, or other activities are private and
the department or division chairperson.
confidential material between the student and the instructor
DROP/ADD and LATE REGISTRATION PERIOD and are not intended to be covered by these procedures. Daily
Students may make adjustments to their schedules only grades may be considered only as evidence in the formal part
during the Drop/Add and Late Registration Period as defined of the appeal process, viewed solely on the basis of “a need
in the College’s Academic Calendar. After this period, tuition to know,” and handled in such a manner so as to continue
will not be refunded for course(s) dropped if the student has confidentiality.
other courses remaining within that term. Students should Grade appeals should be handled informally, if possible. If
consult the published semester Schedule of Classes for refund efforts by the student and instructor to resolve the grade appeal
information. Students who wish to make an adjustment to have failed, formal action may be initiated.
their schedule during the published the Drop/Add and Late A student who receives a failing grade because he or she
Registration Period may do so by: was unaware of the procedure for dropping a course, does not
1. accessing the online student portal via the have the right to appeal the grade.
Shelton State Web site at www.sheltonstate.edu; Throughout the appeal process, the burden of proof in the
or grade appeal is the responsibility of the student.
2. completing the drop/add process within the 1. At all levels of the grade appeal procedures, both informal
Office of Admission & Records on the Martin and formal, the student has a right to be advised by anyone
Campus. of the student’s choice. If, at any point in the grade appeal
process, the student is advised by legal counsel, the student
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
must notify the Dean of Instructional Services of that fact
Once classes begin for the respective term a student
at least five (5) working days in advance of the conference
who wishes to withdraw from a class or totally withdraw
or hearing so that legal counsel for the College also may be
from school must officially withdraw on or before the date
present at the conference or hearing. College legal counsel
designated as the last day to withdraw for the semester. The
may not speak or make a presentation at the conference or
last day to withdraw from any class is the last day of classes
hearing but may advise the Dean of Instructional Services
for the term as defined by the College’s Academic Calendar.
or other appropriate College officials.
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2. If the grade appeal is in a course which is a prerequisite to appeal must be submitted to the Dean of Instructional
a follow-up course for which the student is enrolled in the Services within forty-two (42) calendar days from the first
succeeding semester, the student will be allowed to enroll day of class of the succeeding semester (i.e. the semester
in the follow-up course if the student meets the following following the semester or term in which the grade being
requirements: appealed was received). The first day of class is included
a. the student acknowledges and accepts in writing that within this forty-two day (42) time limit.
he/she is being allowed to enroll in the follow-up NOTE: If the grade being appealed is earned in a full-
courses pending the outcome of his/her grade appeal; term class in the fall semester (or term), the succeeding
and semester shall be the spring semester (or term). If the grade
b. the student acknowledges and accepts in writing being appealed is earned in a full-term class in the spring
that if the grade appeal is not successful and the semester (or term), the succeeding semester shall be the
student is therefore considered not to have met the summer semester (or term). If the grade being appealed
prerequisite for the follow-up course, the student is earned in a full-term class in the summer semester (or
will be administratively withdrawn from that follow- term), the succeeding semester shall be the fall semester (or
up course and that his/her tuition and fees paid for term). If the grade being appealed is earned in a first-split-
that course will be fully refunded and he/she will be term class in any semester or term, the succeeding semester
reimbursed for required books, supplies, and materials shall be the second split-term of that semester or term. If
purchased for the follow-up class upon the return of the grade being appealed is earned in a second-split-term
said books, supplies, and materials; and class of any semester or term, the succeeding semester shall
c. the student acknowledges and accepts in writing that be the same as if the grade being appealed were earned in
if the student receives financial aid (including books) a full-term class.
for the follow-up course and the appeal is unsuccessful 5. To initiate a grade appeal process, the student must consult
that the student will refund all financial aid received with the instructor regarding the grade within fourteen
for the follow-up course. (14) calendar days of the succeeding semester. (Note: If
3. Similarly, if an unsuccessful grade appeal would result in the student cannot reach the instructor, the Department
the student being placed on academic suspension, the or Division Chairperson should be contacted.) If the
student will be allowed to enroll in the succeeding semester appeal is not satisfied in the meeting of the student and
if the student meets the following requirements: the instructor, then, upon the request of the student,
a. the student acknowledges and accepts, in writing, that the Department or Division Chairperson will meet with
he/she is being allowed to enroll in the succeeding either or both in an informal attempt to reach closure. If
semester pending the outcome of his/her grade the appeal is resolved at this point, a “memorandum of
appeal; and record” should be prepared by the Department or Division
b. the student acknowledges and accepts, in writing, Chairperson and be maintained on file by the Dean of
that if the grade appeal is not successful, the student Instruction. The memorandum will serve as the College
will be placed on academic suspension and will be record that the disagreement was resolved informally.
administratively withdrawn from school and his/her 6. In the event the appeal is not resolved by the process
tuition and fees will be fully refunded and he/she specified in paragraph 5 above, and upon the further
will be reimbursed for required books, supplies, and request of the student, the informal appeal procedure
materials purchased by the student upon the return of shall proceed to involvement of the Assistant Dean and/or
said books, supplies, and materials; and the Associate Dean. If the Department or Division Chair
c. the student acknowledges and accepts, in writing, that is under the supervision of an Assistant Dean and an
if the student receives financial aid (including books) Associate Dean, both shall participate; if the supervision
and the grade appeal is unsuccessful that the student is that solely of an Associate Dean, only that official shall
will refund all financial aid received for enrollment in participate. The Dean(s) will review the decision of the
the succeeding semester. Department or Division Chair and may consult with
4. The grade appeal procedure must be initiated within the Department or Division Chair, the faculty member,
fourteen (14) calendar days from the first day of class and/or the student in an attempt to reach an informal
of the succeeding semester (i.e. the semester following resolution of the appeal. If the appeal is resolved at this
the semester or term in which the grade being appealed point, a “memorandum of record” should be prepared by
was received). The first day of class is included within the Assistant or Associate Dean and be maintained on file
this fourteen (14) day time limit. If the informal measures by the Dean of Instructional Services. The memorandum
described below fail to resolve the appeal and the student will serve as the College record that the disagreement was
chooses to file a formal written appeal, such formal written resolved informally.
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7. If an agreement is not reached by using the informal following the conclusion of the hearing held by the Action
approach, the student may file a formal written grade Group. The recommendation will be either to retain the
appeal with the Dean of Instructional Services. The formal grade or to alter it. If the recommendation is to alter, the
grade appeal must state the reasons for the request, include specific grade after the alteration will be indicated. The
the dates involved, name the instructor who assigned the recommendation should include a brief summary of the
grade, and include the previous attempts at resolving the facts of the hearing and the reasons for the decision of the
situation informally. The burden of proof in the grade Action Group. The deliberations and recommendation of
appeal is the responsibility of the student. This writing the Action Group are confidential. The Action Group will
must be dated and filed with the Dean of Instructional decide each of the issues raised in the appeal. The decision
Services within forty-two (42) calendar days from the of the Action Group will be final and will conclude the
first day of class of the succeeding semester, as heretofore process insofar as Shelton State Community College is
defined. involved.
8. The Dean of Instructional Services may discuss the appeal 12. The Dean of Instructional Services will provide a statement
with the student and/or the instructor and attempt to of the decision of the Grade Appeal Action Group to the
resolve the disagreement. If the disagreement is resolved student by direct, personal delivery of a copy of it to the
at this point, a memorandum to that effect will be placed student or by certified mail, return receipt requested,
on file. If the disagreement is not resolved at this point, addressed to the student at the last address he or she
the Dean of Instructional Services will inform the student has provided to the College. Copies of the statement
in writing by direct, personal delivery to the student or by of decision will be provided to the chair of the Grade
certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the Appeal Action Group, to the Department or Division
student at the last address he or she has provided to the Chairperson, and to the faculty member involved. A copy
College. A memorandum of this action will be placed on of the decision will also be placed in the file of the faculty
file. member.
9. When the student is notified that the Dean of Instructional NOTE: The institution seeks to honor this policy in
Services has not resolved the disagreement, the student substance and reserves the right to adjust it when it seems
may submit his or her appeal to the Grade Appeal Action in the best interest of fairness and equity to the student.
Group. The student must submit this appeal within This policy and procedure are meant to be implemented
seven calendar days after receiving notification from the according to the laws of the United States of America, the
Dean of Instructional Services that the matter is still State of Alabama, and the policies and procedures of the
unresolved. (Procedural note: the student will notify the Alabama State Board of Education.
Dean of Instructional Services that the student wishes to
CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS
appeal to the Grade Appeal Action Group. The Dean of
Students who have earned 31 semester hours or less are
Instructional Services will notify the Grade Appeal Action
classified as freshmen. Those who have earned 32 hours or
Group and will submit the written appeal of the student.)
more are classified as sophomores.
10. The Grade Appeal Action Group will convene, gather
Students who enroll for less than 12 hours are classified
evidence, and conduct a hearing. The student must provide
as part-time students. Part-time students’ programs of study
appropriate evidence in support of the appeal. However,
should conform to the general curriculum requirements for all
the Action Group may request the student’s materials from
students.
the instructor in cases where the instructor possesses the
Students who are registered for 12 hours or more are
evidence. Grade and attendance records may be requested
classified as full-time students by the College.
of the instructor. To maintain the confidentiality of the
hearing, only members of the Action Group and parties to DEAN’S LIST
the hearing may be present at the proceedings. A Division A Dean’s List will be compiled at the end of each semester
Chairperson will represent his or her faculty member, full- and published on the College’s Web site and local print media.
time or part-time, who is no longer connected with the Requirements for the Dean’s List are:
College. 1. a semester grade point average of 3.5 or above,
11. The Grade Appeal Action Group shall notify the Dean but below 4.0; and
of Instructional Services of the date when the hearing 2. completion of a minimum semester course
is concluded. Following the conclusion of the hearing, load of 12 semester credit hours of college-level
the Action Group will deliberate privately and prepare a work. Developmental courses will not count
written recommendation for the Dean of Instruction. This toward the minimum course load requirement.
written recommendation shall be submitted to the Dean
of Instructional Services within fourteen (14) calendar days PRESIDENT’S LIST
A President’s List will be compiled at the end of each
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semester and published on the College’s Web site and local is CLEAR.
print media. Requirements for the President’s List are: 4. The student who is suspended for one semester may
1. a semester grade point average of 4.0; and appeal. If, after appeal, the student is readmitted without
2. completion of a minimum semester course serving the one semester suspension, the transcript will
load of 12 semester credit hours of college-level read SUSPENDED ONE SEMESTER/READMITTED
work. Developmental courses will not count UPON APPEAL.
toward the minimum course load requirement. 5. The student who is readmitted upon appeal reenters the
institution on ACADEMIC PROBATION.
STANDARDS OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS
6. A student who is on Academic Probation after being
These standards of progress will apply to all students unless
suspended for one semester (whether the student has
otherwise noted. Required Grade Point Average (GPA) levels
served the suspension or has been readmitted upon
for students according to number of hours attempted at the
appeal) without having since achieved Clear academic
institution are as follows:
status and whose cumulative GPA falls below the level
1. Students who have attempted 12-21 semester
required for the total number of hours attempted at the
credit hours at the institution must maintain a
institution, but whose semester GPA is 2.0 or above, will
1.5 cumulative GPA.
remain on Academic Probation until the student achieves
2. Students who have attempted 22-32 semester
the required GPA for the total number of hours attempted.
credit hours at the institution must maintain a
7. A student returning from a one term or one year suspension
1.75 cumulative GPA.
and, while on Academic Probation, fails to obtain the
3. Students who have attempted 33 or more
required GPA for the number of hours attempted and fails
semester credit hours at the institution must
to maintain a term GPA of 2.0, will be placed on a ONE
maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
YEAR SUSPENSION.
When a student is placed on Academic Probation, One
8. The student may appeal a one term or one year suspension.
Term Academic Suspension, or One Calendar Year Academic
Suspension, College officials may provide intervention for the TRANSFER STUDENTS
student by taking steps including, but not limited to, imposing 1. A transfer student who is admitted on Clear academic
maximum course loads, requiring a study skills course, and/or status is subject to the same standards of academic progress
prescribing other specific courses. as a “native” student. Grades accrued at other regionally
The standards of progress relative to the cumulative GPA accredited postsecondary institutions are not included in
are applied as follows: GPA calculation.
1. When the cumulative GPA is at or above the 2. A transfer student who is admitted on Academic Probation
GPA required for the total number of credit retains that status until the student has attempted at
hours attempted at the institution, the student’s least 12 semester credit hours at the institution. If, at
status is CLEAR. the conclusion of the semester in which the student has
2. When the cumulative GPA is below the GPA attempted a total of 12 or more semester credit hours at
required for the number of credit hours the institution, the Cumulative GPA at the institution is
attempted at the institution, the student’s status below 1.5, the student is suspended for one semester. The
is ACADEMIC PROBATION. When the transcript will read SUSPENDED ONE SEMESTER.
cumulative GPA of a student who is on 3. If, at the conclusion of the semester in which the transfer
Academic Probation remains below the GPA student admitted on Academic Probation has attempted
required for the total number of credit hours a total of 12 semester credit hours at the institution, the
attempted at the institution, but the semester Cumulative GPA at the institution is 1.5 or above, the
GPA is 2.0 or above, the student remains on student’s status is Clear.
Academic Probation. If a student declares no contest of the facts leading to the
3. When the cumulative GPA of a student who suspension, but simply wishes to request consideration for
is on Academic Probation remains below the readmission, the student may submit a request in writing for
GPA required for the total number of credit an “appeal for readmission” to the Academic Affairs Action
hours attempted at the institution and the Team within a designated, published number of days of
semester GPA is below 2.0, the student is receipt of the notice of suspension. During the meeting of the
suspended for one semester. The transcript will Academic Affairs Action Team, which will not be considered
read SUSPENDED— ONE SEMESTER. When a “due process” hearing, but rather a petition for readmission,
the cumulative GPA is at or above the GPA the student will be given an opportunity to present a rationale
required for the total number of credit hours and/or statement of mitigating circumstances in support
attempted at the institution, the student’s status of immediate readmission. The decision of the Academic
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Affairs Action Team, together with the materials presented g. Appeal of Suspension - The process by which Shelton
by the student, will be placed in the College’s official records. State Community College will allow a student
Additionally, a copy of the written decision will be provided to suspended for one term or one year (whether a native
the student. Equity, reasonableness, and consistency should be student or a transfer student) to request readmission
the standards by which such decisions are measured. NOTE: without having to serve the suspension.
Students readmitted on suspension are not eligible for financial
ACADEMIC BANKRUPTCY
aid.
Students who meet the following conditions may submit
Exceptions to the above standards are as follows:
an academic bankruptcy form to the Registrar:
a. Programs within the institution which are subject to
1. If fewer than three (3) calendar years have elapsed
external licensure, certification, and/or accreditation
since the semester for which the student wishes to
or which are fewer than four semesters in length may
declare bankruptcy, the student may declare academic
have higher standards of progress than the institutional
bankruptcy on all course work taken during that one
standards of progress.
semester provided the student has taken a minimum
b. Special standards of academic progress have been
of 18 semester credit hours of course work at the
established for students enrolled in institutional credit
institution since the bankruptcy semester occurred. All
courses carrying optional grades and for students who
course work taken, even hours completed satisfactorily,
wish to remain eligible to receive Title IV financial aid
during the semester for which academic bankruptcy is
Definitions of terms used above are as follows:
declared will be disregarded in the cumulative grade
a. Semester GPA - The grade point average based on all
point average.
hours attempted during any one term at the institution
2. If three (3) or more calendar years have elapsed since
based on a 4 point scale.
the recent semester for which the student wishes
b. Cumulative GPA - The grade point average based on
to declare bankruptcy, the student may declare
all hours attempted at the institution based on a 4
academic bankruptcy on all course work taken
point grade scale.
during one to three semesters provided the student
c. Clear Academic Status - The status of a student whose
has taken a minimum of 18 semester credit hours of
cumulative GPA is at or above the level required by
course work at the institution since the bankruptcy
this policy for the number of credit hours attempted
semester(s) occurred. All course work taken, even
at the institution.
hours satisfactorily completed during the semester(s)
d. Academic Probation - The status of a student whose
for which academic bankruptcy is declared, will be
cumulative GPA falls below the level required by this
disregarded in the cumulative grade point average.
policy for the total number of credit hours attempted
When academic bankruptcy is declared, the transcript will
at the institution; or the status of a student who was
reflect the semester(s) of implementation and the transcript
on Academic Probation the previous term and whose
will read “ACADEMIC BANKRUPTCY IMPLEMENTED.”
cumulative GPA for that semester remained below the
The courses and the grades from the bankrupted semester(s)
level required by this policy for the total number of
will remain on the transcript, but will not be counted in the
credit hours attempted at the institution, but whose
overall Grade Point Average (GPA).
semester GPA for that term was 2.0 or above.
A student may declare academic bankruptcy only once.
e. One Semester Academic Suspension - The status of a
Hours forgiven when a student declares academic bankruptcy
student who was on Academic Probation the previous,
will still be included for determining financial aid eligibility.
term but who has never been suspended or who, since
Implementation of academic bankruptcy at an institution
suspension, had achieved Clear Academic Status and
does not guarantee that other institutions will approve such
whose cumulative GPA that term was below the level
action. This determination will be made by the respective
required by this policy for the total number of credit
transfer institutions.
hours attempted at the institution and whose semester
NOTE: Courses in which a student earns a grade of U
GPA for that term was below 2.0.
(Unsatisfactory), F (Failure) or W (Withdrawal) will not be
f. One Year Academic Suspension - The status of a
counted as courses taken to achieve the required minimum of
student who was on Academic Probation the previous
18 semester credit hours of course work at the institution.
term and who has previously been suspended without
Academic Bankruptcy hours will be counted in the
since having achieved Clear Academic Status and
attempted hours for financial aid in determining a student’s
whose cumulative GPA that term remained below the
quantitative standards of progress.
level required by this policy for the total number of
credit hours attempted at the institution and whose COURSE FORGIVENESS POLICY
semester GPA for that term was below 2.0. Students submit a Course Forgiveness Form to the
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Registrar to request Course Forgiveness. To receive an AA, AS or AAS Degree, a student must:
1. When a student repeats a course once, the second grade 1. satisfactorily complete a minimum of 60 semester
awarded (excluding grades of WP or W) replaces the hours of college credit for AA or AS degrees and 60-
original grade in the computation of the cumulative 76 semester hours of college credit for AAS degrees in
grade point average. The grade point average during an approved program of study, including prescribed
the term in which the course was first attempted will general education courses.
not be affected. 2. earn a 2.0 cumulative GPA in all courses attempted
2. When a student repeats a course more than once, all at the College. The calculation of the grade point
grades for the course, excluding the first grade, will be average for graduation will not include grades earned
used to compute the cumulative grade point average. in institutional credit courses. All grades in repeated
Official records at the Shelton State Community courses will be averaged into the GPA; however,
College will list each course with the grade earned. a course may be counted only once for purposes of
3. A course may be counted only once toward fulfillment meeting graduation requirements unless specifically
of credit hours for graduation. This Course Forgiveness noted in the College catalog that the course may be
Policy applies at Shelton State Community College repeated for credit.
only; respective transfer institutions may or may not 3. complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for
accept the adjusted cumulative grade point average. the degree at Shelton State Community College.
That determination will be made by the respective 4. meet all requirements for graduation within a calendar
transfer institution. year from the last semester of attendance.
It is the student’s responsibility to complete the form to 5. coursework transferred or accepted for credit toward
request course forgiveness. This form is available in the Office an undergraduate degree must represent collegiate
of Admissions and Records. Hours forgiven when a student coursework relevant to the degree, with course
declares academic course forgiveness will still be included for content and level of instruction resulting in student
determining financial aid eligibility. competencies at least equivalent to those of students
enrolled in the College’s own undergraduate degree
SCHOLASTIC AMNESTY programs. In assessing and documenting equivalent
The College has a Scholastic Amnesty policy by which a learning and qualified faculty, the College may use
student who has not attended any college for a five-year period recognized guides which aid in the evaluation for
may request that all college work prior to this five-year period credit. Such guides include those published by the
not be considered in computing the student’s grade point American Council on Education, The American
average. Implementation of scholastic amnesty at an institution Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions
does not guarantee that other institutions will approve such Officers, and the National Association of Foreign
action. This determination will be made by the respective Student Affairs.
transfer institutions. Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements
All attempted hours including hours forgiven when described above, the student is considered to have earned a
a student declares scholastic amnesty will be counted for degree.
determining the quantitative standards of progress for financial To receive a diploma and/or participate in the
aid eligibility. commencement exercises of the institution, a student
It is the student’s responsibility to complete the form who has successfully completed the requirements for a
to request scholastic amnesty. This form is available in the degree must:
Office of Admissions and Records. Hours forgiven when a 1. submit a formal application for graduation in
student declares academic course forgiveness once will still be accordance with institutional policy.
included for determining financial aid eligibility. A student Applications may be obtained in the Office of
may only declare scholastic amnesty once. Admission and Records;
2. fulfill all financial obligations to the College;
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION IN AA, AS, OR 3. satisfy those requirements either as stated in
AAS DEGREE PROGRAMS the College catalog current at the time of graduation,
A student shall be awarded the Associate in Arts (AA), or as stated in any of the catalogs for the four (4)
Associate in Science (AS), or Associate in Applied previous academic years.
Science (AAS) degree(s) upon satisfactory completion of
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATE
the requirements of the specific program as specified by
PROGRAMS
Shelton State Community College and the State Board of
A student may be granted an award other than a
Education.
degree upon satisfactory completion of the requirements
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they are enrolled. The Brooks-Cork Library, located on the Lewis Library/C.A. Fredd Campus
Martin Campus, houses more than 45,000 books and carries Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
more than 400 current periodical subscriptions. Its holdings Students who fail to return borrowed materials should be
provide support for both academic and technical areas of study. aware of the following College policies:
The Lewis Library located on the C.A. Fredd Campus houses 1. Overdue fines for books and vertical file materials are
approximately 1,500 books to support the programs housed on charged at a rate of 10 cents per day to a maximum of
that campus. In addition, the Lewis Library provides a small, $8.00 and $2.00, respectively.
basic reference collection and carries several current periodical 2. Overdue fines for items on Reserve are charged at 50
subscriptions. Students may access the library’s catalog online cents per hour to a maximum of $8.00 per item.
through the College Web site, www.sheltonstate.edu. 3. Replacement costs for lost or damaged items are
Current information is available on both campuses in $25.00 per book; $5.00 per Vertical File item; $25.00
print and electronic formats. Current subscriptions, as well as per Reserve item; $50.00 per audiovisual item.
computer databases, provide this information for students in 4. At the end of one semester (after the due date), any
a number of general and specific subject areas. Audiovisuals unreturned item or any unpaid fine is considered a
for individual and class use are also available. Students are debt to the College. Students will not be given approval
encouraged to use the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) from any for graduation applications until the debts are cleared
computer on campus. Home access to the AVL is available at no by the Shelton State Libraries.
cost to anyone who requests an account in the College libraries The University of Alabama Libraries and the Stillman
or in local public libraries. College Library are available to all students upon presentation
Library hours vary according to campus and are indicated of a current Shelton State Community College library card.
below. When classes are not in session, library hours on both Students who wish to request the purchase of library
campuses are 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. materials may leave a written request at the circulation desk
The libraries are not open when the College is closed (as for on either campus, may e-mail the library (see library Web page
holidays). Special hours or changes in the regular schedule are for contact information), may speak directly with a library staff
posted as necessary. member, or may ask an instructor to make the request. Students
Brooks-Cork Library/Martin Campus and other library users are expected to abide by College policies
Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. regarding behavior and student conduct including posted
Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. guidelines for use of electronic resources. All library procedures
and expectations are posted on the library’s Web site.
AREA III: Science, Computer Science, AREA III: Science, Computer Science, and
and Mathematics 9-11 hours Mathematics 6 hours
Each student must take between 9-11 hours in Area III as 1. The student must select courses from Mathematics or
follows: Natural Science.
1. One three semester hour course in mathematics. 2. MAH 100, Introductory Mathematics I, may be
2. One (preferably two) Computer Science (Data substituted only in system-wide, non-degree eligible
Processing) course(s) or a course in which computer programs.
proficiencies are integrated or student must 3. The student must select one course (preferably two)
demonstrate computer literacy skills. from Computer Science (or Data Processing), or a
course into which computer competencies have been
AREA IV: History, Social and Behavioral
integrated or the student must demonstrate computer
Science 3-6 hours
literacy skills.
1. In addition to History, the social and behavioral
sciences include the following: Anthropology, AREA IV: History, Social and
Economics, Geography, Political Science, Behavioral Sciences 0 hours
Psychology, and Sociology.
AREA V: Maximum General Education Core,
AREA V: Maximum General Education Core, Technical Concentration
Technical Concentration, and Electives 42-50 hours
and Electives 47-58 hours Orientation to College 1 hour
1. In addition to courses in AREAS I-IV, the student 1. In addition to the courses referred to in the AREAS
must take whatever core and/or elective courses that I-IV, the student must take those courses appropriate
is appropriate to the requirements for the degree or to the certificate requirements and to the occupational
for the occupational or technical specialty that the or technical specialty requirements, as well as core
student is pursuing. courses and elective courses.
2. Orientation to College 1 hour 2. The maximum number of semester credit hours in the
NOTE: If the student is planning a program of study for technical area(s) that can be required for a certificate is
which the AAS degree does not represent the terminal degree 44.
and for which national or regional programmatic licensure and 3. Requests for exceptions to these Guidelines must be
certification are required, the student should integrate General approved by the Chancellor or his designee.
Studies transfer courses into his/her program whenever
possible. Short-Term Certificate
E. Requests for exceptions to these Guidelines AREA I: Written Composition I and II 0-3 Semester Hours
must be approved by the Chancellor or his
AREA II: Humanities, Fine Arts,
designee.
and Speech: 0 Semester Hours
3. Certificate Programs
AREA III: Natural Science, Mathematics,
A. The number of semester credit hours that can be
and Computer Sciences: 0-3 Semester Hours
required for a certificate is 30-60.
AREA IV: History, Social, and
AREA I: Written Composition 3-6 hours
Behavioral Sciences: 0 Semester Hours
1. COM 100, Vocational/Technical English may be
substituted for English Composition I only in system- Minimum General Education
wide non-degree eligible programs. Requirement 0-6 Semester Hours
AREA II: Humanities and Fine Arts 3-6 hours AREA V: General Education, Technical Concentration,
1. SPH 106, 107, or 116 is required unless provisions and Electives: 29-23 Semester Hours
for addressing oral communication competencies • Courses appropriate to the degree requirements,
represent an integral module in a required discipline- occupational or technical specialty requirements, core
specific course. courses, and electives.
2. SPC 100, Oral Communication Skills, may be
substituted only in system-wide, non-degree eligible Maximum Program Semester Credit Hours
programs. 29 Semester Hours
Semester Credit Hour Range by Award 9-29 Semester Hours
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B. Requirements of the Commission on Colleges of the for each course are listed on the syllabus distributed to each
Southern Associate of Colleges and Schools student.
Shelton State Community College is accredited by the
C. Additional Recommendations/Requirements
Commission on Colleges (COC) of the Southern Association
To encourage success in college, Shelton State requires
of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to award the Associate in Arts
all full-time students to complete Orientation to College,
Degree, the Associate in Science Degree, and the Associate in
ORI 101, during their first semester of enrollment; part-
Applied Science Degree. In addition to the requirements of
time students are required to complete ORI 101 prior to the
the Chancellor’s guidelines, the degrees offered by Shelton
completion of their first 12 credit hours. Students enrolled in
State Community College satisfy the requirements of the
career technical programs must complete ORI 101 prior to the
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of
completion of their first 19 credit hours. Exceptions to these
Colleges and Schools.
guidelines include students who hold an associate degree or
The Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for
higher; who have successfully completed an equivalent course
Quality Enhancement require that the institution identifies
at another institution; who transfer with at least twelve credit
competencies within the general education core and provides evidence
hours with a grade point average of 2.0 or higher; who are
graduates have attained these college-level competencies. Shelton
transient; or who have been admitted to Practical Nursing or
State Community College requires that the graduates have
Associate Degree in Nursing.
attained these college-level competencies. Shelton State
As a component of a well-balanced educational plan,
Community College requires that the graduates of its degree
Shelton State encourages students to include a course in
programs are competent in basic mathematical skills, basic
health, Ecological Approach to Health and Fitness, HED 199,
writing skills, critical thinking skills, basic technology skills,
or Personal Health, HED 221, which transfers to most four-
and basic oral communication skills. The College has defined
year colleges and universities as an elective.
various methods of assessment to provide evidence that its
Shelton State Community College students who finish
graduates have attained these college-level competencies.
technical programs with degrees or certificates complete a
General Education Competencies WorkKeys assessment in order to document their skill levels
The College has defined, developed, and ratified the and increase their employment and earning opportunities
general education core competencies that every degree graduate in West Alabama. The goal of this assessment is to ensure
will attain. that Shelton State Community College students enter the
a. Written Communication Skills: Students will develop workforce with the foundation needed to succeed.
and demonstrate written communication skills needed to
communicate effectively.
b. Oral Communication Skills: Students will develop
and demonstrate oral communication skills needed to
communicate effectively.
c. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will develop and use
critical, analytical thinking abilities needed in decision
making and creative processes.
d. Computer Skills: Students will develop and demonstrate
the effective use of common software applications.
e. Mathematical Skills: Students will develop and demonstrate
the effective use of analytical mathematical skills.
Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)
The College has developed an approved Quality
Enhancement Plan (QEP): Improving Student Success in
Online Classes. One component of the QEP is the requirement
that students successfully complete a prerequisite class prior to
enrolling for online instruction. The prerequisite class, ELO
100, is non-credit, free, and online. The completion of this
class assures that the student has the basic skills required for
potential success in online instruction.
Student Learning Outcomes
The College has developed student learning outcomes
for its programs and courses. The student learning outcomes
49 Shelton State Community College
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE
TRANSFER OPPORTUNITY CURRICULUM
Transfer opportunities are offered through the Associate Area IV – History, Social, and
in Arts Degree and the Associate in Science Degree. The Behavioral Sciences 12 credit hours
Associate in Arts degree program is designed for students History (See STARS Approved Course List) 3-6
who plan to transfer to a senior institution and pursue a Note: Must complete a 6 hour sequence either in
course of study in a liberal arts area. The Associate in Science literature or history
degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences 6-9
and pursue a course of study in a general field or specialized (See STARS Approved Course List)
professional field. The following outline of general education A student should take no more than six hours in a single
requirements for these two degrees should be completed with discipline
consideration of the academic requirements of the institution
Area V – Pre-Professional, Pre-Major, and
to which students intend to transfer and in consultation with
Elective Courses 19-23 credit hours
an academic advisor.
Choose 19-23 hours from the STARS Articulation Guide
and the Area V page of the college /university to which the
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF
student plans to transfer.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
ORI 101 Orientation to College (Required) 1
Essential functions and academic requirements are defined
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications
for education programs at the College. These functions and
(Required) 3
requirements are on file in the Offices of Admissions, the
Shelton State Community College encourages the
Office of the Dean of Instructional Services, and the Office of
following courses to be taken as part of the Associate of Arts
the Dean of Student Services.
and Associate of Science Degrees.
HED 199 Ecological Approach to
Associate in Arts/ Associate in Science
Health and Fitness or
Area I – Written Composition 6 credit hours
HED 221 Personal Health 3
ENG 101 English Composition I 3
Total Hours Required for Degree 60 - 64
ENG 102 English Composition II 3
Area II– Humanities and Fine Arts 12 credit hours
Literature (See STARS Approved Course List) 3-6
Note: Must complete a 6-hour sequence
either in literature or history
Speech (See STARS Approved Course List) 3
Fine Arts (See STARS Approved Course List) 3
Fine Arts or Humanities Electives
(See STARS Approved Course List) 0-3
Area III – Natural Science and
Mathematics 11-12 credit hours
MTH 110 Finite Mathematics or
MTH 112 Pre-Calculus Algebra or higher 3-4
(Refer to STARS guide for appropriate course selection)
Natural Science with Lab 8
(See STARS Approved Course List)
(Refer to STARS guide for appropriate course selections and
restrictions)
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• Human Development and Family Studies (AU only) • Public Safety Administration (Athens only)
• Human Development and Family Studies (UA only)
• Human Environmental Science (UNA only) Q - no programs listed
• Human Resource Management
• Human Services (TSU only) R
• Radiologic Sciences
I • Recreation Leadership (JSU only)
• Industrial Design (AU only) • Rehabilitation (non-certification program - TSU only)
• Industrial Hygiene (UNA only) • Rehabilitation Services Education (AU only)
• Information Systems (USA only) • Religious Studies
• Instrumentation (Athens only) • Respiratory Therapy/Cardiopulmonary Sciences
• Interior Architecture (AU only) • Restaurant and Hospitality Management (UA only)
• Interior Design (AU only)
• Interior Design (UA only) S
• International Business • Social Science
• International Studies (UAB only) • Social Studies Education: Middle/ High School
• Social Work
J • Sociology
• Journalism • Spanish Education: Middle/High School
• Special Education
K - no programs listed • Speech or Communication Studies
• Speech Pathology
L • Sports and Fitness Management (TSU only)
• Laboratory Technology (AU only) • Surgical Physician Assistant (UAB only)
M T
• Management • Technology, Industrial Technology or Engineering
• Management Information Systems Technology
• Marketing • Telecommunication and Film or Broadcasting
• Math Education: Middle/High School • Textile Engineering, Textile Chemistry, & Textile
• Mathematics Management and Technology (AU only)
• Meteorology (USA only) • Theatre
• Music • Transportation or Physical Distribution
• Music Education
U & V - no programs listed
N
• Nuclear Medicine Technology (UAB only) W
• Nursing • Wildlife Science (AU only)
• Nutrition and Food Science (AU only)
X ,Y, & Z - no programs listed
O
• Operations Management NOTE: Students must print and retain a STARS Articulation
Guide for their specific program of study. Failure to do so may
P result in some courses not being accepted by the receiving
• Philosophy institution.
• Physical Education
• Physics
• Physics Education: Middle/High School
• Political Science
• Polymer and Fiber Engineering (AU only)
• Poultry Science (AU only)
• Psychology, B.A. or B.S.
• Public Administration (AU only)
• Public Relations
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The student is also advised to contact the Wallace State Linkage Coordinator, 256.352.8041, during the first semester at
Shelton State Community College to ensure program requirements are fulfilled. Students are also encouraged to visit the Health
Division page at www.wallacestate.edu/programs/health for further information.
Veterinary Technician and the VTP program at Jefferson State does not guarantee
Shelton State Community College offers a Veterinary admission to the VTP. Class size is limited, and qualified
Technician program (VTP) through a linkage program in students are ranked for admission based on a priority system
cooperation with Jefferson State Community College (JSCC) which evaluates educational background, work experience, and
in Birmingham, Alabama. Students complete academic references from veterinarians and educators. Students should
coursework at Shelton State Community College and then contact the Jefferson State program advisor at 205.856.8551 or
apply for admission to the professional phase of the program the program’s Web site at www.jeffstateonline.com/VetTech.
which is offered at Jefferson State Community College. The The Veterinary Technician program at Jefferson State
Veterinary Technician program at Jefferson State is taught online Community College is in the process of seeking accreditation
and clinical application is conducted in approved veterinary by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
hospitals and/or facilities. Interested students should submit Students should contact the Shelton State Community
an application for admission to Jefferson State as soon as they College Linkage Coordinator, 205.391.2959, for more
begin classes at Shelton State Community College. The VTP information about academic coursework available at Shelton
also requires a separate application. Acceptance to the program State Community College.
is through Jefferson State. Application to Jefferson State
Respiratory Therapist Program Students may also take the general education course
Shelton State Community College is in the process of requirements and transfer to linkage colleges in the Alabama
developing a new Respiratory Therapist Program. The goal is College System. Respiratory Therapist Programs are currently
to admit students to the new program in Fall 2010. Students offered at Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama
interested in seeking admission to the new program Fall 2010 (www.wallace.edu or contact the program director, 334.556.2291)
should review the following information: and Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Alabama
Students seeking more information about the Respiratory (www.wallacestate.edu) or contact the program director,
Program at Shelton State should contact the Respiratory 256.352.8310). Visit these Web sites or contact their directors
Therapist Program Director, 205.391.2629. for additional information.
essential function requirements include but are not limited to can request reasonable accommodations. Individuals will be
the following: asked to provide documentation of the disability in order to assist
1. Physical demands of EMT with the provision of appropriate reasonable accommodations.
a. Have the physical ability to walk, climb, crawl, bend, The College will provide reasonable accommodations but is
push, pull or lift and balance over less than ideal not required to substantially alter the requirements or nature
terrain of the program or provide accommodations that inflict an
b. Have good physical stamina and endurance, which undue burden on the College. To be admitted one must be
would not be adversely affected by having to lift, carry able to perform all of the essential functions with or without
and balance at times, in excess of 125 lbs, 250 lbs with reasonable accommodations. If an individual’s health changes
assistance during the program of learning, so that the essential functions
c. See different color spectrums cannot be met with or without reasonable accommodations,
d.Have good hand eye coordination and manual the student will be withdrawn from the EMT program. The
dexterity to manipulate equipment, instrumentation EMT faculty reserves the right at any time to require an
and medications additional medical examination at the student’s expense in
2. Requirements for problem solving abilities, data order to assist with the evaluation of the student’s ability to
collection, judgment and reasoning perform the essential functions.
a. Be able to send and receive verbal messages as well as Requests for reasonable accommodations should be
operate appropriately the communication equipment directed to the Office of Disability Services, 205.391.3958
of current technology located on the second floor of the Martin Campus of Shelton
b. Be able to collect facts and to organize data accurately, State Community College.
to communicate clearly both orally and in writing in
the English language (9th grade level or higher) Grading and Progression Policies
c. Be able to differentiate between normal and abnormal The Emergency Medical Technology Programs use the
findings in human physical conditions by using visual, following grading scale for all courses:
auditory, olfactory, and tactile observations A = 90-100 Excellent
d. Be able to make good judgment decisions and exhibit B = 80-89 Good
problem-solving skills under stressful situations C = 75-79 Average
e. Be attentive to detail and be aware of standards and D = 60-74 Poor – Failing in the EMP Program
rules that govern practice and implement therapies F = 59 and below Failure
based upon mathematical calculations (9th grade level
or higher) Clinical/Laboratory Performance is graded as follows:
f. Possess sufficient emotional stability to be able to Satisfactory (S) / Unsatisfactory (U)
perform duties in life or death situations and in Clinical/Laboratory performance must be Satisfactory
potentially dangerous social situations, including (S) to receive a passing grade in the course. Refer to the EMT
responding to calls in districts known to have high Program Student Handbook and each course syllabus for
crime rates additional information.
g. Be able to handle stress and work well as part of a
team Clock-Hour to Credit-Hour Ratio
h. Be oriented to reality and not mentally impaired by Theory – One (1) hour of theory instruction under the
mind-altering substances supervision of an instructor plus an average of two (2) hours of
i. Not be addicted to drugs out of class study per week. 1:1
j. Be able to work shift of 24 hours in length Laboratory – Two (2) hours of experimental laboratory
k. Be able to tolerate being exposed to extremes in the under the supervision of an instructor plus an average of one
environment including variable aspects of weather, (1) hour of out of class study per week. 2:1
hazardous fumes and noise Skills Laboratory/Clinical Practice – Three (3) hours of
l. Possess eyesight in a minimum of one eye correctable skills laboratory or clinical practice under the supervision of
to 20/20 vision and be able to determine directions an instructor. 3:1
according to a map. Students who desire to drive Preceptorship – Three (3) hours of clinical experience per
an ambulance must possess approximately 180° week under the supervision of a health care professional who
peripheral vision capacity and must possess a valid is currently licensed, has expertise in the selected clinical area,
driver license, and must be able safely and competently and serves as a facilitator of learning. 3:1
operate a motor vehicle in accordance with state law.
Upon admission, an individual who discloses a disability
59 Shelton State Community College
EMT-P (Paramedic)
EMP 195 Advanced Trauma Management A 6
EMP 198 Medical Patient Management I 3
EMP 199 Cardiovascular Electrophysiology 3
EMP 200 Medical Patient Management II A 6
EMP 203 Cardiovascular Patient Management 3
EMP 204 Transition to Paramedic Practice 3
EMP 205 Paramedic Terminal Competencies 2
EMP 206 Paramedic Field Preceptorship 6
EMP 207 Paramedic Team Leader Preceptorship 1
ORI 101 Orientation to College 1
Total Hours Required for Certificate 54 or 58
SECOND SEMESTER
First Split Term
EMP 199 Cardiovascular Electrophysiology 3 4 4 0 8
EMP 203 Cardiovascular Patient Management 3 4 4 0 8
Term Totals 6 8 8 0 16
Second Split Term
EMP 198 Medical Patient Management I 3 4 4 0 8
EMP 200 Medical Patient Management II A 6 4 4 18 26
Term Totals 9 8 8 18 34
THIRD SEMESTER
First Split Term
EMP 207 Paramedic Team Leader Preceptorship 1 0 0 6 6
EMP195 Advanced Trauma Management A 6 4 4 18 26
EMP 205 Paramedic Terminal Competencies 2 2 4 0 6
Term Totals 9 6 8 24 38
Second Split Term
EMP 204 Transition to Paramedic Practice 3 4 4 0 8
EMP 206 Paramedic Field Preceptorship 6 2 0 30 32
Semester Total 9 6 4 30 40
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Note: Hepatitis series completed more than two (2) years F = 59 and below Failure
prior to admission must have a titer drawn, or provide Note: In the drug calculation component of NUR 104 and
proof of immunity. in any calculation tests in the program, a B is defined as 85-
3. Purchase of liability and accident insurance that is 89% and a minimum grade of B (85%) is required to pass
purchased through the College. the calculation component of the course(s). A minimum
4. Completion of Pre-clinical drug screen prior to letter grade of C or 75% is required in all other nursing
admission and before the first day of class. The students courses to pass and progress in the program. In each course
must have a negative screen prior to being assigned to a student must achieve a 75 % (C) average on unit exams
a clinical agency. The complete drug screen policy is and a comprehensive final exam to successfully complete the
located in the Nursing Program Student Handbook. course. Other grades will be added only after the minimum
5. Students are required to have a background check 75% (C) is achieved.
prior to admission and before the first day of class.
All students must sign a release form for permission Clinical/Laboratory Performance is graded as follows:
to perform a background check as required by federal Satisfactory (S) / Unsatisfactory (U)
law. The student must abide by the nursing program Clinical/Laboratory performance must be Satisfactory (S) to
background check policy and clinical agency policy for receive a passing grade in the course. Refer to the
which the student is assigned. Every effort will be made Nursing Program Student Handbook and each course syllabus
to provide students with the required clinical experiences for additional information.
to meet program objectives. Any student denied access
by a clinical affiliate will be subject to dismissal from the Clock-Hour to Credit-Hour Ratio
program. Theory – One (1) hour of theory instruction under the
6. Proof of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) supervision of an instructor plus an average of two (2) hours of
training at the health care provider level (BLS/Infant/ out of class study per week. 1:1
Child) prior to admission and/or before the first clinical Laboratory – Two (2) hours of experimental laboratory
nursing course. under the supervision of an instructor plus an average of one
7. Completion of training on Universal Precautions, OSHA (1) hour of out of class study per week. 2:1
requirements and the prevention and management of the Skills Laboratory/Clinical Practice – Three (3) hours of
spread of diseases. Training is given in the introductory/ skills laboratory or clinical practice under the supervision of
fundamentals course. Additional information is given an instructor. 3:1
related to hospital policies including, but not limited Preceptorship – Three (3) hours of clinical experience per
to issues of confidentiality, procedures, Fire and Safety week under the supervision of a health care professional who
procedures and documentation policies. is currently licensed, has expertise in the selected clinical area,
and serves as a facilitator of learning. 3:1
HIV Reporting
Students in all health care programs must comply with Progression Policy
Public Law #102-141, Section 633 and “The Alabama Infected To continue in the nursing program as prescribed in the
Health Care Worker Management Act.” The law requires that Alabama College System Standardized Nursing Curriculum at
the HIV and HBV infected care worker report to the State Shelton State Community College, the student must:
Health Officers his/her condition within thirty (30) days of 1. Maintain a grade of C (70) or better in all required
the time that he/she is aware of the infection. The infected general education courses and a grade of C (75) or above
health care worker must realize that any physician providing in nursing courses and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA
care to any infected health care worker must notify the State 2. Complete all required general education courses
Health Care Officer of the infected status within seven days of according to The Alabama College System Nursing
the time he/she diagnoses or provides such care. Education curriculum unless completed prior to
admission. Any exceptions must be approved by the
Grading and Progression Policies Assistant Dean for Health Programs.
The Nursing Program uses the following grading scale for 3. Maintain ability to meet essential functions for nursing
all nursing courses: with or without reasonable accommodations.
A = 90-100 Excellent 4. Successfully complete the program
B = 80-89 Good a. Within 48 months from initial semester for ADN
C = 75-79 Average students; or
D = 60-74 Poor – Failing in the Nursing b. Within 24 months from initial semester for PN and
Program Mobility students.
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5. Maintain current CPR at the health care provider level. enrolled in a nursing course.
6. Complete all nursing courses in the prescribed sequence. e. Student has been dismissed from the program.
If a student withdraws or makes a D or an F in a nursing
course, the student cannot progress in the nursing Dismissal:
course sequence until the course is repeated successfully. 1. A total of two (2) unsuccessful attempts (D, or F, or
Course repetition will be based on instructor availability withdrawal) in nursing courses will result in dismissal from the
and program resources. A student may repeat a nursing nursing program. Withdrawal and/or a grade of a D or F in
course one (1) time; if a passing grade is not attained one (1) or more courses in a term will be considered one (1)
on the second attempt, the student is not eligible to attempt.
progress or for readmission for two (2) calendar years. If a student has been dismissed from the Associate Degree
Note: SSCC students who are unsuccessful in 3 or Nursing program, the student may apply for admission to the
more courses in the same semester are not eligible Practical Nursing program. If a student has been dismissed
to repeat the failed courses the very next semester if from the Mobility program, and two years have elapsed, the
offered. student may apply for admission to the generic program.
Students who do not meet progression requirements 2. A student who has been dismissed from a specific program
must withdraw from the nursing program and apply for (ADN/PN/Mobility) can apply for admission as a new student
readmission. to any nursing program within the Alabama College System,
provided:
Readmission/Reinstatement a. the student meets current entry requirements;
Students whose progression through the nursing program is b. at least two (2) years have elapsed since the student’s
interrupted and who desire to be reinstated in the program dismissal from a specific program; and
must schedule an appointment with the Director of Nursing to c. the student was not dismissed from the previous
discuss reinstatement. To be reinstated, a student must: program for disciplinary reasons or for unsafe/
a. Apply for readmission to the College if not currently unsatisfactory client care in the clinical area.
enrolled; 3. Students dismissed from the previous program for
b. Submit a letter requesting reinstatement at least six (6) disciplinary reasons and/or unsafe/unsatisfactory client care
weeks prior to the semester for planned enrollment to the in the clinical area will not be allowed reinstatement to the
Director of Nursing; (See Request for Readmission Letter nursing program.
in the Nursing Program Student Handbook)
c. Submit letter of request in a timely manner so that Transfer Policy
reinstatement would occur within one (1) year from the Students who wish to transfer to the nursing program must:
term of withdrawal or failure; 1. Meet the entry and progression requirements of the
d. Demonstrate competency in all previous nursing courses institution and the nursing program.
successfully completed; (Refer to Readmission Policy in 2. Provide evidence that all required general education and
Nursing Program Student Handbook) nursing courses taken at another institution were passed
e. Adhere to nursing curriculum or program policies and with a grade of C or better and the student maintained a
procedures effective at the point of reinstatement. 2.0 cumulative GPA.
Reinstatement to the nursing program is not guaranteed. 3. Alabama College System Standardized Nursing
Reinstatement may be denied due to, but not limited to, Curriculum courses will be transferred without review of
any of the following circumstances: the course syllabus.
a. Space not available in the course for which the student 4. Nursing courses from any other institution are accepted
wishes to be reinstated. (Students in regular progression only after review by Shelton State Community College to
have enrollment priority for clinical sites.) Note: SSCC ensure content consistency.
students who are unsuccessful in 3 or more courses in 5. Must be a student in good standing and eligible to return
the same semester are not eligible to repeat the failed to the previous nursing program the next semester.
courses the very next semester if offered. 6. Provide a letter of recommendation from the dean/
a. Grade point average is less than 2.0 from courses completed director of the previous program.
at current institution. 7. Complete at least 25% of the total program at the accepting
b. Refusal by clinical agencies to accept the student for institution.
clinical experiences. 8. Provide validation of skills and knowledge as required to
c. Failure to demonstrate competency in all previous nursing determine program placement (See Readmission Policy
courses successfully completed. Program Student Handbook).
d. Over 12 months have elapsed since the student was 9. Acceptance of transfer students into nursing programs
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is limited by the number of faculty and clinical facilities the Alabama Board of Nursing based on this review. Therefore,
available. Meeting minimal requirements does not successful completion of the PN or ADN program does not
guarantee acceptance. guarantee eligibility to write the NCLEX-PN or NCLEX-RN
Comprehensive Achievement Tests exam for licensure. For further information contact the ABN
Comprehensive achievement tests from national testing office at 334.242.4060 or 800.656.5318 or visit their Web site,
companies are administered in courses throughout the www.abn.state.al.us.
curriculum. These tests are directly related to course content
and are required of all nursing students. Students are ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
encouraged to prepare for achievement tests and are required The Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program prepares
to discuss the interpretation of their scores with their class graduates to sit for the licensure exam for registered nurses.
instructor. Students who score below the expected level are It is a balanced curriculum including both nursing and
required to do additional developmental work to enhance their general education courses. Course content includes the role
learning experience and must provide evidence of completion of the registered nurse, health care concepts, and technical
of developmental work. Fees for these tests are paid by the observations and skills. Supervised clinical laboratory
student upon registration for each nursing course in which the experiences are planned to focus on care of patients with well-
test(s) are given. defined health problems where probable outcomes of nursing
interventions are predictable. Nursing courses must be taken
Withdrawal Policy in sequential order.
A student who wishes to withdraw from a nursing course It is the goal of Shelton State Community College to
must do so officially via the web or in the Office of Admissions graduate well prepared nurses who are strong practitioners both
and Records. A withdrawal from a nursing course for ANY clinically and academically. To that end, ADN students should
reason or at ANY time during the semester is counted as one plan for 12-16 hours per week of clinical experience. Although
attempt at successfully completing the course. The student will these hours will be planned as conveniently as possible, there
have one additional opportunity to enroll in the course. may be some evening or weekend clinical assignments. Clinical
times are included in the packets available at the beginning of
Graduation Requirements and Exit Exam each nursing course. Because of the clinical time involved and
Requirements for graduation in AA, AS, and AAS degree the preparation time for some of the nursing courses, many
programs are listed in the College catalog. (Refer to this section students would benefit from having completed all the academic
for detailed information.) In addition, all students (PN and requirements (non-nursing courses) prior to admission to the
AD) are required to pass a comprehensive exit exam in NUR ADN program. Students are discouraged from working while
109 or NUR 204 during the last semester of the program. The enrolled in the ADN program.
exit exam must be passed at a level designated by the faculty in The program offers two (2) tracks for admission into the
order to pass the course and meet graduation requirements. ADN curriculum. Students who have no nursing background
Students who do not pass the exit exam will be required to may be admitted to the two-year track. Admission occurs
participate in remediation activities as determined by the during the fall semester and 21 months, or five (5) consecutive
faculty and repeat the exit exam. Each student is provided semesters, are required to complete this track of study. Students
three (3) opportunities to successfully pass the exam. (Refer to who complete an approved PN program and hold a PN license
Nursing Program Handbook for further information.) may apply for admission to the career mobility track. Twelve to
15 months or three to four consecutive semesters are required
Information about Licensure to complete this track of study with admission occurring during
Applicants for admission to Shelton State Community fall semester.
College Nursing programs (PN and ADN) should be aware of Admission to the ADN program is a competitive process;
the following information about licensure. The Alabama Board the number of applicants may exceed the number of spaces
of Nursing (ABN) application for licensure by examination available. The space available at clinical sites and student-
includes questions regarding past arrests or convictions for teacher ratios required by the Alabama Board of Nursing limit
DUI and/or criminal offenses (misdemeanor or felony) and the number of applicants accepted each year.
history of mental illness, substance abuse, placement on state Transfer students in the ADN program must complete all
or federal abuse registry and previous court-martial or military required courses in the prescribed sequence. Academic credits
discipline. Candidates are advised to respond honestly as will transfer as usual; however, Human Anatomy and Physiology
failure to do so can result in denial of license as specified by I and II (BIO 201 and 202) credits must have been completed
law according to the Nurse Practice Act of Alabama and the within the past five (5) years. If not, at least one of the two (2)
Administrative Code of the Alabama Board of Nursing. courses must be repeated for credit. Nursing transfer credits
Application to write the examination may be denied by are evaluated on an individual basis. Verification of knowledge
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and skills may be required (See Transfer Policy). 2 Completed 18 hours of the required
The Associate Degree Nursing program is fully approved Academic courses for the Nursing Program
by the Alabama Board of Nursing (ABN), RSA Plaza, Suite at Shelton State Community College
50, 770 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 303900, Montgomery, 3 Completed Medical Profession program in
AL 36130-3900, and telephone number 334.242.4060 or high school;
800.656.5318. The ADN program is also accredited by The Completed or enrolled in Emergency
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission Medical Technician program (EMT);
(NLNAC), 61 Broadway-33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006, Completed or enrolled in Nursing
telephone number 212.363.5555 or 800.669.1656, ext. 153. Assistant program; OR
Note: At the date of this publication, there are statewide Volunteer/Work in Healthcare field
revisions taking place in the Alabama Department of (6 months or longer)
Postsecondary Education Nursing programs that may 6 Completed BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 220,
necessitate changes in the curriculum, policies and ENG 101, MTH 100, or MTH 116
procedures. A total of 200 points is possible with these selection criteria.
Minimum Admission Standards for the ADN Program
(Two-Year Track): Minimum Admission Standards for the ADN program
1. Unconditional admission to the College. (Mobility/LPN to RN Track):
2. Receipt of completed application packet for the ADN 1. Unconditional admission to the College.
Two-Year Track by June 1st. 2. Receipt of completed application packet for the
3. Minimum of 2.50 GPA on last 24 hours of credit Mobility Track Nursing program by November 1st.
(undergraduate or graduate). Official college and/or high 3. Minimum of 2.50 GPA on last 24 hours of
school transcripts must be on file in the nursing admissions undergraduate or graduate credit (official college
office. transcripts must be on file in the nursing admissions
4. Minimum of 2.50 high school GPA for students without office).
prior college coursework (official high school transcript or 4. Completion of prerequisite courses which include:
a GED must be on file in the Nursing Admissions Office) ENG 101 English Composition I, Math 116
5. Eligible to enroll in or must have completed: Mathematical Applications, MTH 100 Intermediate
a. English 101 and Math 116, MTH 100 or higher math College Algebra or higher math as determined
as determined by college placement. by college placement, BIO 201 Human Anatomy
b. BIO 201 during the first term of nursing courses. and Physiology I, BIO 202 Human Anatomy and
6. In good standing with the College. Physiology II, and NUR 200 Nursing Career Mobility
7. Meet the essential functions or technical standards Assessment [Not required for students who apply
required for nursing. within 2 (two) years of graduating from an approved
8. Score of 76 or higher on the COMPASS Reading Alabama College System PN program using the
Examination (or related ACT Reading Score of 17 or standardized state curriculum].
higher) within the last three (3) years on file in the nursing 5. A valid unencumbered Alabama practical nurse
admissions office. license.
Admission to the Two-Year Track program is competitive, 6. Documentation of employment as an LPN for a
and the number of students is limited by the number of minimum of 500-clock hours (approximately three (3)
faculty and clinical facilities available. Meeting minimum months’ full-time employment) within the 12 months
requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. prior to admission.
After meeting all minimum requirements, applicants are 7. Student must be in good standing with the College.
rank-ordered using a point system based on: 8. Student must meet the essential functions or technical
1. Compass or ACT Reading scores, the higher the score standards required for nursing.
the greater the points received; 9. A score of 76 or higher on the COMPASS Reading
2. Points from selected college courses (i.e. BIO 201, BIO Examination (or related ACT Reading Score of 17 or
202, BIO 220) or selected high school courses (i.e. higher) within the last three (3) years on file in the
Algebra II or higher level math, highest level Biology, nursing admissions office.
Chemistry) are awarded based on grade received in Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program
course. A grade of “A” is assigned more points than a is competitive, and the number of students is limited by the
grade of “C”; and number of faculty and clinical facilities available. Meeting
3. Additional Points (maximum 11) minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance into
Points Criteria the program.
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After meeting all minimum requirements, applicants are 5 Completed General Microbiology, BIO 220
rank-ordered using a point system based on: and two (2) or more of General Psychology,
1. COMPASS or ACT Reading scores, the higher PSY 200, Human Growth and Development,
the score the greater the points received for the PSY 210, Speech elective or Humanities
selection process; 3 Completed LPN certificate with a G.P.A. of
2. Points from selected college courses (i.e., BIO 3.5 or higher
201, BIO 202, BIO 220) are awarded based on 3 Completed LPN certificate with a G.P.A. of
the grade earned in the course. (A grade of A is 3.5 or higher at Shelton State Community
assigned more points than a grade of C) and College
3. Additional points (Maximum 11 points A total of 200 points is possible with these selection criteria.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
TWO-YEAR TRACK CURRICULUM
Second Semester
ENG 101 English Composition I 3 3 0 0 3
BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 3 2 0 5
NUR 105 Adult Nursing 8 5 3 6 14
NUR 106 Maternal and Child Nursing 5 4 0 3 7
Semester Total 20 15 5 9 29
Third Semester
PSY 200 General Psychology 3 3 0 0 3
BIO 220 Microbiology 4 2 4 0 6
NUR 201 Nursing Through the Lifespan I 5 3 0 6 9
Semester Total 12 8 4 6 18
Fourth Semester
Speech SPH 106, SPH 107, or SPH 116 3 3 0 0 3
PSY 210 Human Growth and Development 3 3 0 0 3
NUR 202 Nursing Through the Lifespan II 6 3 0 9 12
Semester Total 12 9 0 9 18
Fifth Semester
***Humanities Elective 3 3 0 0 3
NUR 203 Nursing Through the Lifespan III 6 4 0 6 10
NUR 204 Role Transition for the Registered Nurse 4 2 0 6 8
Semester Total 13 9 0 12 21
Totals Credit Hours 72 Hours
*Refer to Clock-Hour to Credit-Hour Ratio guide.
**BIO 103 is a prerequisite for BIO 201 or the student must make a satisfactory score on approved ACS placement exam.
* * *Humanities elective must be chosen from: art, music, literature, philosophy or religion.
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Second Semester
PSY 200 General Psychology 3 3 0 0 3
BIO 220 Microbiology 4 2 4 0 6
NUR 201 Nursing Through the Lifespan I 5 3 0 6 9
Semester Total 12 8 4 6 18
Third Semester
Speech SPH 106, SPH 107, or SPH 116 3 3 0 0 3
PSY 210 Human Growth and Development 3 3 0 0 3
NUR 202 Nursing Through the Lifespan II 6 3 0 9 12
Semester Total 12 9 0 9 18
Fourth Semester
***Humanities Elective 3 3 0 0 3
NUR 203 Nursing Through the Lifespan III 6 4 0 6 10
NUR 204 Role for the Registered Nurse 4 2 0 6 8
Semester Total 13 9 0 12 21
Total Credit Hours 57 Hours
higher) within the last three (3) years on file in the Points Criteria
nursing admissions office. 2 Completed 18 hours at Shelton State
Admission to the Practical Nursing program is competitive, Community College
and the number of students is limited by the number of 3 Completed Medical Profession Program in
faculty and clinical facilities available. Meeting minimum High School
Completed or enrolled in Emergency
requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
Medical Technician Program (EMT)
After meeting all minimum requirements, applicants are Completed or enrolled in Nursing Assistant
rank-ordered using a point system based on: Program
1. COMPASS Reading scores, the higher the score the OR
greater the points received for the selection process; Volunteer/Work in Healthcare Field (six
2. Points for selected college courses (i.e., ENG 101, MTH (6) months or more)
116) or selected high school courses (i.e. Algebra II or 6 Completed all required academic courses
higher level math, highest level biology) are awarded for Practical Nursing (PN) Track (BIO 201,
based on grade received in the course. A grade of A is BIO 202, ENG 101, and MTH 100 or MTH 116)
assigned more points than a grade of C; and A total of 170 points is possible with these selection
criteria.
3. Additional points (maximum 11)
Area III - Natural Science or Mathematics 9-10 construction equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, and
MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra or diesel farm tractors. Principles of diesel engines are taught
MTH 116 Mathematical Applications 3 and reinforced in laboratory experiences using actual diesel
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3 equipment. Emphasis is on diesel engines, but all other
or demonstrated computer literacy skills or the integration of components of equipment and gasoline engines are covered.
computer proficiencies within a required discipline-specific course.
Computer Science, Math or Natural CERTIFICATE
Science Elective 3-4 Semester
Area IV - History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences 3 Hours
Choose from Anthropology, Economics, Geography, General Education (Areas I-IV) 12
History, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology. COM 100 Introductory Technical English I or
Area V - Technical Concentration and Electives 50 ENG 101 English Composition I 3
ORI 101 Orientation to College 1 SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication or
CUA 101 Orientation to Hospitality Profession 3 SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3
CUA 110 Basic Food Preparation 3 MAH 101 Introductory Mathematics I or
CUA 111 Foundations in Nutrition 3 MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra or
CUA 112 Sanitation, Safety and Food Service 2 MTH 116 Mathematical Applications 3
CUA 114 Meal Management 3 CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3
CUA 115 Advanced Food Preparation 3 Technical Concentration and Electives 43
CUA 120 Basic Food Preparation Lab 2 ORI 101 Orientation to College 1
CUA 201 Meat Preparation and Processing 2 DEM 104 Basic Engines 3
CUA 204 Foundations of Baking 3 DEM 111 Equipment Safety/Mechanical
CUA 205 Introduction to Garde Manger 3 Fundamentals 3
CUA 213 Food Purchasing/Cost Control 3 DEM 119 Bearings and Lubricants 3
CUA 260 Internship for Culinary Apprentice 3 DEM 122 Heavy Vehicle Brakes 3
Electives 16 DEM 123 Pneumatics and Hydraulics 3
Students must select 16 hours in CUA courses. DEM 124 Electronic Engine Systems 3
Recommended Electives DEM 125 Heavy Vehicle Drive Trains 3
CUA 102 Catering 2 DEM 126 Advanced Engine Analysis 3
CUA 113 Table Service 2 DEM 127 Fuel Systems 3
CUA 122 Fundamentals of Quantity Cooking 3 DEM 130 Electrical/Electronic Fundamentals 3
CUA 134 Culinary French 2 DEM 135 Heavy Vehicle Steering and Suspension 3
CUA 141 Food Production for Special Operations 2 Electives (Selected from any technical program) 9
CUA 18 1/182 Special Topics in Culinary Arts 2-3 Recommended Electives
CUA 183 Culinary Art Sculpture 3 DEM 110 Diesel Powered Auxiliary Equipment 3
CUA 202 Aromatic and Flavoring Combinations 3 DEM 114 Fluid Power Components 3
CUA 203 Stocks and Sauces 3 DEM 116 Track Vehicle Drive Trains 3
CUA 206 Advanced Garde Manger 3 DEM 117 Diesel and Gas Tune-Up 3
CUA 208 Advanced Baking 2 DEM 118 Industrial and Agricultural Equipment 3
CUA 210 Beverage Management 2 DEM 131 Computer Applications for
CUA 214 International Cuisine 3 Diesel Mechanics 3
CUA 215 Regional Cuisines 3 DEM 134 Computer Controlled Engine and
CUA 220 Introduction to Patisserie 3 Power Train Systems 3
CUA 251 Menu Design 2 DEM 137 Heating and A/C Systems
CUA 271 Management of Food and Beverage Service 2 DEM 154 Vehicle Maintenance and Safe Operating
Additional CUA 260 Internship 2-3 Practices 3
HED 199 Ecological Approach to Health and Fitness DEM 158 Pneumatics and Hydraulics II 3
or HED 221 Personal Health 3 DEM 159 Heavy Vehicle Drive Trains II 3
Total Hours Required for Degree 71-72 DEM 170 Heavy Vehicle Air Brakes 3
DEM 181 Special Topics in Diesel Mechanics 3
DEM 182 Special topics in Diesel Mechanics 3
DIESEL MECHANICS
DEM 186 Special Projects in Commercial Vehicles 3
The Diesel Mechanics program trains students to remove,
DEM 191 Special Projects in Diesel Mechanics 3
repair, install and maintain diesel engines that power
DEM 192 CO-OP Elective 3
heavy trucks, buses, boats, diesel-powered equipment and
Total Hours Required for Certificate 55
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computer proficiencies within a required discipline-specific course. Technical Concentration and Electives 44
Computer Science, Math or Natural Science ORI 101 Orientation to College 1
Elective 3-4 ELT 111/ILT 106 Concepts of Direct Current 5
Area IV - History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences 3 ELT 112/ILT 107 Concepts of Alternating Current 5
Choose from Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, ELT 110 Wiring Methods 3
Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology. ELT 114 Residential Wiring Methods 3
Area V - Technical Concentration and Electives 53 ELT 115 Residential Wiring Methods II 3
ORI 101 Orientation to College 1 ELT 117 AC/DC Machines 3
ELT 110 Wiring Methods 3 ELT 118 Commercial Industrial Wiring 3
ELT 111/ILT 106 Concepts of Direct Current 5 ELT 209 Motor Controls I 3
ELT 112/ILT 107 Concepts of Alternating Current 5 ELT 212 Motor Control II 3
ELT 114 Residential Wiring Methods 3 ELT 221 Electronics for Electricians 3
ELT 115 Residential Wiring Methods II 3 ELT 231 Introduction to Programmable Controllers 3
ELT 117 AC/DC Machines 3 ELT 241 National Electric Code 3
ELT 118 Commercial Industrial Wiring 3 Electives 6
ELT 122 Advanced AC/DC Machines 3 Recommended Electives
ELT 206 OSHA Safety Standards 3 ELT 122 Advanced AC/DC Machines 3
ELT 209 Motor Controls I 3 ELT 181 Special Topics in ELT Technology 3
ELT 212 Motor Controls II 3 ELT 192 Practicum/Intern/CO-OP 1
ELT 221 Electronics for Electricians 3 ELT 193 Practicum/Intern/CO-OP 2
ELT 231 Introduction to Programmable Controllers 3 ELT 194 Practicum/.Intern/CO-OP 3
ELT 232 Advanced programmable Controllers 3 ELT 206 OSHA Safety Standards 3
ELT 241 National Electric Code 3 ELT 242 Journeyman/Master Prep Exam 3
Electives 3 ELT 243 Electrical Cost Estimating 3
Recommended Electives ELT 244 Conduit Bending and Installation 3
ELT 181 Special Topics in ELT Technology 3 Total Hours Required for Certificate 56
ELT 192 Practicum/Intern/CO-OP 1
ELT 193 Practicum/Intern/CO-OP 2 SHORT–TERM CERTIFICATE
ELT 194 Practicum/Intern/CO-OP 3 Semester
ELT 242 Journeyman/Master Prep Exam 3 Hours
ELT 243 Electrical Cost Estimating 3 Technical Concentration 22
ELT 244 Conduit Bending and Installation 3 ELT 111/ILT 106 Concepts of Direct Current 5
HED 199 Ecological Approach to Health and Fitness or ELT 112/ILT 107 Concepts of Alternating Current 5
HED 221 Personal Health 3 ELT 110 Wiring Methods 3
As a component of a well-balanced educational plan, Shelton ELT 114 Residential Wiring Methods 3
State encourages degree students to include a three (3) semester hour ELT 115 Residential Wiring Methods II 3
course in health. These courses transfer to most four-year colleges and ELT 241 National Electric Code 3
universities as an elective. Total Hours Required for Short-Term Certificate 22
HED 299 Special Topics/Stress Management 2
WKO 107 WorkKeys Targeted Instruction 0-3 FIRE SCIENCE
Total Hours Required for Degree 75 This program is designed primarily to serve individuals in
the fire service, either career or volunteer. The institutional
CERTIFICATE objective is to provide educational experiences so the individual
Semester fire fighters can secure the skills and knowledge necessary to
Hours significantly enhance their abilities and capabilities as effective
General Education (Areas I-IV) 12 administrators and managers in the fire and emergency service.
COM 100 Introductory Technical English I or
ENG 101 English Composition I 3 SHORT-TERM CERTIFICATE
SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication or Semester
SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3 Hours
MAH 101 Introductory Mathematics I or Technical Concentration and Electives 24
MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra or FSC 101 Introduction to the Fire Service 3
MTH 116 Mathematical Applications 3 FSC 200 Fire Combat Tactics and Strategy 3
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3 FSC 210 Building Construction for the Fire Service 3
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ILT 271 Independent Study 2 ILT 111 Concepts of Solid State Electronics 5
ILT 276 Elements of Industrial Control II 3 ILT 112 Concepts of Digital Electronics 5
ILT 277 Elements of Industrial Control II Lab 2 ILT 113 Concepts of Electronic Circuits 5
Electives 3 ILT 164 Circuit Fabrications 1
Recommended Electives ILT 169 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 3
ILT 115 Advanced Industrial Controls 3 ILT 194 Introduction to Programmable
ILT 116 Advanced Industrial Controls Lab 2 Logic Controllers 3
ILT 148 Automatic Control Systems 3 ILT 197 Motor Controls I 3
ILT 149 Automatic Control Systems Lab 2 ILT 216 Industrial Robotics 3
ILT 167 AC/DC Machinery and Controls I 3 ILT 217 Industrial Robotics Lab 2
ILT 176 Elements of Industrial Controls I 3 ILT 271 Independent Study 2
ILT 177 Elements of Industrial Controls I Lab 2 Electives 2
ILT 180 Special Topics 3 Recommended Electives
ILT 195 Troubleshooting Techniques I 3 ILT 115 Advanced Industrial Controls 3
ILT 196 Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers 3 ILT 116 Advanced Industrial Controls Lab 2
ILT 200 Survey of Various PLC Manufacturers 3 ILT 148 Automatic Control Systems 3
ILT 251 RF Communications 3 ILT 149 Automatic Control Systems Lab 2
ILT 252 Digital Communications 3 ILT 167 AC/DC Machinery and Controls I 3
ILT 262 Certification Preparation 3 ILT 176 Elements of Industrial Controls I 3
ILT 280 Special Topics 3 ILT 177 Elements of Industrial Controls I Lab 2
ILT 281 Special Topics for Industrial Electronics I 3 ILT 180 Special Topics 3
ILT 282 Special Topics for Industrial Electronics II 3 ILT 195 Troubleshooting Techniques I 3
ILT 289 Cooperative Education 1 ILT 196 Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers 3
ILT 290 Cooperative Education 2 ILT 200 Survey of Various PLC Manufacturers 3
ILT 291 Cooperative Education 3 ILT 251 RF Communications 3
ILT 292 Cooperation Education 3 ILT 252 Digital Communications 3
ILT 293 Cooperation Education 3 ILT 262 Certification Preparation 3
HED 199 Ecological Approach to Health and ILT 280 Special Topics 3
Fitness or HED 221 Personal Health 3 ILT 281 Special Topics for Industrial Electronics I 3
As a component of a well-balanced educational plan, Shelton ILT 282 Special Topics for Industrial Electronics II 3
State encourages degree students to include a three (3) semester hour ILT 289 Cooperative Education 1
course in health. These courses transfer to most four-year colleges and ILT 290 Cooperative Education 2
universities as an elective. ILT 291 Cooperative Education 3
HED 299 Special Topics/Stress Management 2 ILT 292 Cooperation Education 3
WKO 107 WorkKeys Targeted Instruction 0-3 ILT 293 Cooperation Education 3
Total Hours Required for Degree 75-76 Total Hours Required for Certificate 60
MTT 108 Machinist Handbook Functions I 3 BUS 263 Legal and Social Environment of Business 3
MTT 121 Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists 3 BUS 275 Principles of Management 3
MTT 127 Metrology 3 BUS 285 Principles of Marketing 3
MTT 129 Lathe Operations 6 Electives 18
MTT 136 Milling Operations 6 Recommended Electives.
MTT 146 Precision Grinding Machines I 6 Students must choose15 credit hours in CHD courses.
Total Hours Required for Certificate 43 Students who wish to specialize in child care
should consider the following courses:
SHORT-TERM CERTIFICATE CHD 100 Introduction to Early Care and Education
Semester of Children 3
Hours CHD 201 Child Growth and Development Principles 3
Technical Concentration and Electives 24 CHD 202 Children’s Creative Experiences 3
MTT 100 Machining Technology I 6 CHD 203 Children’s Literature and Language
MTT 121 Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists 3 Development 3
MTT 127 Metrology 3 CHD 204 Methods and Materials for
MTT 129 Lathe Operations 6 Teaching Children 3
MTT 136 Milling Operations 6 CHD 205 Program Planning for Educating
Total Hours Required for Short-Term Certificate 24 Young Children 3
CHD 206 Children’s Health and Safety 3
MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION CHD 208 Administration of Child
CHILD CARE Development Programs 3
This curriculum guide is a variation of the management CHD 209 Infant and Toddler Education Programs 3
and supervision degree designed for students who wish to CHD 210 Educating Exceptional Children 3
own, direct, or manage child care facilities. CHD 215 Supervised Practical Experience
in Childhood Development 3
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics 3
Semester HED 199 Ecological Approach to Health and Fitness
Hours or HED 221 Personal Health 3
Area I - Written Composition 3 As a component of a well-balanced educational plan, Shelton
ENG 101 English Composition I 3 State encourages degree students to include a three (3) semester hour
Area II- Humanities and Fine Arts 6 course in health. These courses transfer to most four-year colleges and
SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication or universities as an elective.
SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3 HED 299 Special Topics/Stress Management 2
Fine Arts or Humanities Electives 3 WKO 107 Workplace Skills Preparation 1
Choose from Art, Dance, Ethics, Humanities, Literature, Music, Total Hours Required for Degree 61-62
Philosophy, Religion, or Theater.
Area III - Natural Science or Mathematics 9-10
MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION
MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra or
GENERAL BUSINESS
MTH 116 Mathematical Applications 3
This curriculum is designed to be a two year terminal
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3
degree which prepares students for a career in business with
or demonstrated computer literacy skills or the integration of
emphasis on small business or small office environment. This
computer proficiencies within a required discipline-specific course.
course of study is designed to provide a basic background in
Computer Science, Math or Natural Science
the various aspects of business with flexibility for the student
Elective 3-4
to specialize in areas of interest.
Area IV - History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences 3
ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics or
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
Choose from Anthropology, Economics, Geography,
Semester
History, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology 3 Hours
Area V - Technical Concentration and Electives 40 Area I - Written Composition 3
ORI 101 Orientation to College 1 ENG 101 English Composition I 3
BUS 100 Introduction to Business 3 Area II- Humanities and Fine Arts 6
BUS 215 Business Communications 3 SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication or
BUS 241 Principles of Accounting I 3 SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3
BUS 242 Principles of Accounting II 3 Fine Arts or Humanities Electives 3
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OAD 131 Business English 3 Area IV - History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences 3
OAD 133 Business Communications 3 ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics or
OAD 137 Computerized Financial Record Keeping 3 Choose from Anthropology, Economics, Geography,
OAD 138 Records and Information Management 3 History, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology 3
OAD 232 The Computerized OFFICE Area V - Technical Concentration and Electives 43-49
(also available as CIS 196D). 3 ORI 101 Orientation to College 1
OAD 233 Trends in Office Technology 3 BIO 120 Medical Terminology 3
OAD 242 Office Internship 3 BIO 150 Human Biology 3
OAD 243 EXCEL (or CIS 286) HIT 230 Medical Coding Systems I 3
(also available as CIS 196E) 3 HIT 232 Medical Coding Systems II 3
PRL 101 Introduction to Paralegal Study 3 HIT 260 Preceptorship for Medical Coding
Electives 6 (Internship) 3
Total Hours Required for Certificate 58 OAD 101 Beginning Keyboarding 3
OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding 3
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION OAD 125 Word Processing
MEDICAL RECORDS (also available as CIS 196A) 3
A person who works with medical records is responsible for OAD 131 Business English 3
assembling patients’ health information. A medical records OAD 133 Business Communications 3
employee must ensure all forms are present, properly identified, OAD 137 Computerized Financial Record Keeping 3
signed, and all necessary information is on a computer file. OAD 138 Records and Information Management 3
A medical records technician assigns a code to each diagnosis OAD 200 Beginning Medical Transcription 3
and procedure, consults a classification manual and relies OAD 233 Trends in Office Technology 3
on his/her knowledge of disease processes. A technician Electives 0-6
then uses a software program to assign the patient to one of Recommended Electives
several hundred “diagnosis-related groups.” This determines Students must select a minimum of 3 credit hours in
the amount of reimbursement to the doctor/hospital if the OAD or CIS courses.
patient is covered by Medicare or other insurance programs. HED 199 Ecological Approach to Health and Fitness or
A technician who specializes in coding is called a health HED 221 Personal Health 3
information coder, medical recorder or coding specialist As a component of a well-balanced educational plan, Shelton
NOTE: This program is not designed to meet all of the State encourages degree students to include a three (3) semester hour
requirements for accreditation, licensure, and certification course in health. These courses transfer to most four-year colleges and
for Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), universities as an elective.
American Health Information Management Association HED 299 Special Topics/Stress Management 2
(AHIMA) or other medical accrediting agencies. WKO 107 WorkKeys Targeted Instruction 0-3
Total Hours Required for Degree 64-71
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
CERTIFICATE
Semester
Hours Semester
Hours
Area I - Written Composition 3
General Education (Areas I-IV) 12
ENG 101 English Composition I 3
ENG 101 English Composition I 3
Area II- Humanities and Fine Arts 6
SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication or
SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication or
SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3
SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3
MAH 101 Introductory Mathematics I or
Fine Arts or Humanities Electives 3
MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra or
Choose from Art, Dance, Ethics, Humanities,
MTH 116 Mathematical Applications 3
Literature, Music, Philosophy, Religion, or Theater.
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3
Area III - Natural Science or Mathematics 9-10
Technical Concentration and Electives 46
MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra or
ORI 101 Orientation to College 1
MTH 116 Mathematical Applications 3
BIO 120 Medical Terminology 3
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3
BIO 150 Human Biology 3
or demonstrated computer literacy skills or the integration of
HIT 230 Medical Coding Systems I 3
computer proficiencies within a required discipline-specific course.
HIT 232 Medical Coding Systems II 3
Computer Science, Math or Natural Science
HIT 260 Preceptorship for Medical Coding
Elective 3-4
(Internship) 3
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OAD 212 Medical Transcription 3 PRL 102 Basic Legal Research and Writing 3
OAD 213 Advanced Medical Transcription 3 PRL 103 Advanced Legal Research and Writing 3
OAD 214 Medical Office Procedures 3 PRL 262 Civil Law and Procedures 3
Electives 3 Electives 3
Recommended Electives Recommended Electives
Students must select 3 credit hours in OAD or CIS Students must select a minimum of 3 credit hours from
courses. RLS 101, BUS 263, or PRL courses.
Total Hours Required for Certificate 58 HED 199 Ecological Approach to Health and Fitness
or HED 221 Personal Health 3
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION – PARALEGAL As a component of a well-balanced educational plan, Shelton
This concentration is designed so that office administration State encourages degree students to include a three (3) semester hour
graduates maybe able to have substantial paralegal background course in health. These courses transfer to most four-year colleges and
for employment in a law office. universities as an elective.
HED 299 Special Topics/Stress Management 3
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE WKO 107 WorkKeys Targeted Instruction 0-3
Semester Total Hours Required for Degree 64-68
Hours
Area I – Written Composition 3 SHORT – TERM CERTIFICATE
ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Semester
Area II– Humanities and Fine Arts 6 Hours
SPH 106 Fundamentals of Oral Communication or Technical Concentration 27
SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3 OAD 101 Beginning Keyboarding 3
Fine Arts or Humanities Electives 3 OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding 3
Choose from Art, Dance, Ethics, Humanities, OAD 125 Word Processing
Literature, Music, Philosophy, Religion, or Theater. (also available as CIS 196A) 3
Area III–Natural Science or Mathematics 9-10 OAD 131 Business English 3
MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra or OAD 133 Business Communications 3
MTH 116 Mathematical Applications 3 OAD 137 Computerized Financial Record keeping 3
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3 OAD 138 Records and Information Management 3
Or demonstrated computer literacy skills or the integration of OAD 233 Trends in Office Technology 3
computer proficiencies within a required discipline-specific course OAD 243 EXCEL (or CIS 286)
Computer Science, Math or Natural Science (also available as CIS 196E) 3
Elective 3-4 Total Hours Required for Short-Term Certificate 27
Area IV – History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences 3
ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics or PARALEGAL SHORT – TERM CERTIFICATE
Choose from Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Semester
History, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology 3 Hours
Area V – Technical Concentration and Electives 46 Technical Concentration 24
Can be 43 hours if one of the listed OAD classes is PRL 101 Introduction to Paralegal Study 3
taken as CIS for Area III PRL 102 Basic Legal Research and Writing 3
ORI 101 Orientation to College 1 PRL 103 Advanced Legal Research and Writing 3
OAD 101 Beginning Keyboarding 3 PRL 262 Civil Law and Procedures 3
OAD 103 Intermediate Keyboarding 3 Paralegal (PRL) Elective Courses 12
OAD 125 Word Processing Total Hours Required for Short-Term Certificate 24
(also available as CIS 196A) 3
OAD 131 Business English 3 WELDING
OAD 133 Business Communications 3 The Welding program is designed to establish welding
OAD 137 Computerized Financial Record Keeping 3 skills necessary for entry-level job placement and to enhance
OAD 138 Records and Information Management 3 the skills of experienced welders in various arc welding
OAD 233 Trends in Office Technology 3 processes used by industry. The program also provides welder
OAD 242 Office Internship 3 certification training upon successful completion of this
OAD 243 EXCEL (or CIS 286) program. The student will be able to make quality welds, layout
(also available as CIS 196E) 3 and fabricate various pipe connections, perform repair work,
PRL 101 Introduction to Paralegal Study 3 and have knowledge of welding codes and blueprint reading.
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equipment and machine/electrical malfunctions. completion, the student should be able to install
Upon completion, the student should be able to and service heat pumps.
diagnosis and repair service problems in HVACR
equipment. ACR 149 HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS II 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
ACR 132 RESIDENTIAL AIR CONDITIONING 3 Hrs. This is a continuation course of the basis theory
PREREQUISITE: None. and application of heat pump systems. Emphasis
This course introduces students to residential air is placed on electrical components of heat pumps
conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the and their function. Students should possess a strong
operation, service, and repair of residential air foundation of electrical principles and theory. Upon
conditioning systems. Upon completion, the student completion, the student should be able to install
should be able to service and repair residential air and service heat pumps.
conditioning systems.
ACR 181/182 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AIR
ACR 134 ICE MACHINES 3 Hrs. CONDITIONING AND
PREREQUISITE: None. REFRIGERATION 3 Hrs.
This course introduces students to ice machine PREREQUISITE: None.
types and their operation emphasizing function, These courses provide specialized instruction in
installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. various areas related to the air conditioning and
Upon completion, the student should be able to refrigeration industry. Emphasis is placed on
perform installation and maintenance procedures. meeting the student’s needs.
ACR 138 CUSTOMER RELATIONS IN HVAC 3 Hrs. ACR 192 HVAC APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course covers the basic aspects of customer This course is designed to provide basic hands-
relations needed by the HVAC technician. Topics on experiences in the work place. The student
include employability skills associated with job is provided with a training plan developed by the
performance, record keeping, service invoices, employer and instructor working together to guide
certification requirements, local ordinances, and the learning experience. Upon completion, the
business ethics student should be able to work independently and
. apply related skills and knowledge. This course
ACR 144 BASIC DRAWING AND BLUEPRINT requires a minimum of 15 work hours per week.
READING IN HVAC 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. ACR 203 COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION 3 Hrs.
This course covers basic drawing and blueprint PREREQUISITE: ACR 111.
reading as applied to the HVAC industry. Emphasis This course focuses on commercial refrigeration
is placed on three-view drawings, basic duct systems, systems. Emphasis is placed on evaporators,
and isometric piping. Upon completion, the student condensers, compressors, expansion devices, special
should be able to perform basic drawings related refrigeration components, and application of
to HVAC systems and read pertinent blueprints. refrigeration systems. Upon completion, the student
should be able to service and repair commercial
ACR 147 REFRIGERATION TRANSITION refrigeration systems.
AND RECOVERY 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. ACR 205 SYSTEM SIZING AND AIR
This course is EPA-approved and covers material DISTRIBUTION 3 Hrs.
relating to the requirements necessary for Type I, PREREQUISITE: None.
II, III and universal certification. Upon completion, This course provides instruction in the load
the student should be prepared to take the EPA 608 calculation of a structure and system sizing. Topics of
certification exam. instruction include heat loss, heat gain, equipment
and air distribution sizing, and factors making
ACR 148 HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS I 3 Hrs. acceptable indoor air quality. Upon completion,
PREREQUISITE: None. the student should be able to calculate system
This course provides basic instruction on the requirements.
operation and servicing of heat pump systems.
Additional emphasis is placed on basic theory
and application of refrigerants for heat pump
systems and on basic service of components. Upon
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ACR 209 COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONING security policy implementation. The AFS 201
SYSTEMS 3 Hrs. Leadership Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that
PREREQUISITE: None. includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies,
This course focuses on servicing and maintaining drill and ceremonies, and military commands.
HVACR systems commonly found in various
types of commercial applications. Topics include AFS 202 THE AIR FORCE WAY II 1 Hr.
system component installation and removal and PREREQUISITE: None.
service techniques. Upon completion, the student This course is an analysis of leadership and
should be able to troubleshoot and perform general follower-ship traits in the context of a modern
maintenance on commercial HVACR systems. military force. Course includes discussions of
ethical standards of military officers and Air Force
ACR 210 TROUBLESHOOTING HVACR core values and an introduction to total quality
SYSTEMS 3 Hrs. management as advanced practical application of
PREREQUISITE: None. oral communication skills, including organization,
This course provides instruction in the use of various research, delivery and audience analysis for briefing
meters and gauges used in the HVACR industry. and presentations. Group leadership problems are
Emphasis is placed on general service procedures, designed to enhance interpersonal communications.
system diagnosis, and corrective measure, methods of The AFS 202 Leadership Laboratory is a co-
leak detection, and system evacuation, charging and curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force
performance checks. Upon completion, the student customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and
should be able to perform basic troubleshooting of military commands.
mechanical and electrical components of HVACR
systems. ANTHROPOLOGY (ANT)
ANT 200 INTRODUCTION TO
AIR FORCE STUDIES (AFS) ANTHROPOLOGY 3 Hrs.
AFS 101 AIR FORCE TODAY I 1 Hr. PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: None. placement in ENG101, RDG 085 or equivalent
This course is a survey course of topics relating placement score.
to the Air Force and national defense. It includes This course is a survey of physical, social, and cultural
a discussion of purpose, structure, and career development and behavior of human beings.
opportunities in the United States Air Force and
as introduction to effective written communication. ANT 210 PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY 3 Hrs.
The AFS 101 Leadership Laboratory is a co- PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and placement score.
military commands. This course is a study of the human evolution
based upon fossil and archaeological records as
AFS 102 AIR FORCE TODAY II 1 Hr. well as analysis of the variation and distribution of
PREREQUISITE: None. contemporary human populations.
This course is an introduction to interpersonal
communications. Seminars focus on effective ANT 220 CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY 3 Hrs.
listening techniques, verbal and nonverbal PREREQUISITE: ANT 200.
communications. Practical exercises and group This course is the application of the concept of
projects are designed to demonstrate barriers culture to study of both primitive and modern
to effective communications and techniques to society.
overcome barriers, development and presentation
of oral communications, strategy, technique, and ANT 230 INTRODUCTION TO ARCHAEOLOGY 3 Hrs.
delivery of effective oral presentations. Student PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
practicum is required. The AFS 102 Leadership placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that includes a placement score.
study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and This course is an introduction to archaeological
ceremonies, and military commands. excavation techniques and post-excavation laboratory
procedures.
AFS 201 THE AIR FORCE WAY I 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course is an historical survey of technological
innovation in warfare. Focus is on the emergence of
air power and its significance in war and national
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discuss various approaches to the media and the development of astronomical thought leading to
creative processes associated with painting. the birth of modern astronomy and its most recent
development. Emphasis is placed on the coverage
ART 234 PAINTING II 3 Hrs. of astronomical instruments and measuring
PREREQUISITE: ART 233. technologies, the solar system, the Milky Way galaxy,
This course is designed to develop the student’s important extra galactic objects, and cosmology.
knowledge of the materials and procedures Laboratory is required.
of painting beyond the introductory level.
Emphasis is placed on the creative and technical AUTO BODY REPAIR (ABR)
problems associated with communicating through ABR 111 NON-STRUCTURAL REPAIR 3 Hrs.
composition and style. Upon completion, the PREREQUISITE: None.
student should be able to demonstrate the Students are introduced to basic principles of non-
application of the fundamentals of painting and the structural panel repairs. Topics include shop safety,
creative process to the communication of ideas. identification and use of hand/power tools, sheet-
metal repairs, and materials. Upon completion, the
ART 243 SCULPTURE I 3 Hrs. student should be able to perform basic sheet-metal
PREREQUISITE: ART 125 or ART 127. repairs.
This course provides a study of three-dimensional
form by familiarizing students with sculpting media ABR 114 NON-STRUCTURAL PANEL
and techniques. Topics include the fundamentals of REPLACEMENT 3 Hrs.
art, sculpting media with emphasis on the creative PREREQUISITE: None.
process. Upon completion, the student should Students are introduced to the principles of non-
understand the fundamentals of art and three- structural panel replacement. Topics include
dimensional form, as well as the various media and replacement and alignment of bolt on panels, full
processes associated with sculpture. and partial panel replacement procedures, and
attachment methods.
ART 244 SCULPTUREII 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ART 243. ABR 122 SURFACE PREPARATION 3 Hrs.
This course is designed to sharpen skills in the media PREREQUISITE: None.
and processes of sculpture. Emphasis is placed on This course introduces students to methods of
personal expression through three-dimensional surface preparation for vehicular refinishing. Topics
form. Upon completion, the student should be include sanding techniques, metal treatment,
able to apply the fundamentals of art, his or her selection of undercoats, and proper masking
knowledge of form, and the sculptural processes to procedures.
communicating ideas.
ABR 123 PAINT APPLICATION AND EQUIPMENT 3 Hrs.
ART 291 SUPERVISED STUDY IN STUDIO ART I 1-4 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. This course introduces students to methods of
This course is designed to enable the student to paint application and equipment used for vehicular
continue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics refinishing. Topics include spray gun and related
are to be chosen by the student with the approval equipment use, paint mixing, matching, and
of the instructor. Upon completion, the student applying the final topcoat.
should have a greater expertise in a particular area
of art. ABR 151 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL
PRACTICES 3 Hrs.
ART 292 SUPERVISED STUDY IN STUDIO ART II 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: ART 291. This course is designed to instruct the student
This course is designed to enable the student to in safe work practices. Topics include OSHA
continue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics requirements, EPA regulations, as well as state and
are to be chosen by the student with the approval of local laws. Upon completion, the student should be
the instructor. Upon completion, the student should knowledgeable in shop safety and environmental
have greater expertise in a particular area of art. regulations.
Upon completion, the student should be able to ABR 255 STEERING AND SUSPENSION 3 Hrs.
remove and replace automotive trim and glass. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces the student to the various
ABR 156 AUTOMOTIVE CUTTING AND types of suspension and steering systems used in the
WELDING 3 Hrs. automotive industry. Emphasis is placed on system
PREREQUISITE: None. components, suspension angles and effect of body/
Students are introduced to the various automotive frame alignment on these components and angles.
cutting and welding processes. Emphasis is placed Upon completion, the student should be able to
on safety, plasma arc and oxy-acetylene cutting, repair and/or replace damaged components and
resistance type spot welding, and Metal Inert Gas prepare the vehicle for alignment.
(MIG) welding. Upon completion, the student
should be able to safely perform automotive cutting ABR 265 PAINT DEFECTS AND FINAL REPAIR 3 Hrs.
and welding procedures. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces the student to methods of
ABR 157 AUTOMOTIVE PLASTIC REPAIRS 3 Hrs. identifying paint defects, causes, cures, and final
PREREQUISITE: None. detailing. The student will learn to troubleshoot
This course provides instruction in automotive and correct paint imperfections.
plastic repairs. Topics include plastic welding
(airless, hot and chemical), use of flexible repair ABR 266 ALUMINUM WELDING IN COLLISION
fillers, identification of types of plastics, and REPAIR 3 Hrs.
determining the correct repair procedures for each. PREREQUISITE: None.
Upon completion, students should be able to This course covers the principles and techniques of
correctly identify and repair the different types of aluminum GMA (MIG) welding. The student will
automotive plastics. learn to set up and tune a welding machine, address
safety issues, perform proper welding techniques,
ABR 182 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTO BODY 2 Hrs. prepare metal surfaces, and identify and correct
PREREQUISITE: None. weld defects.
This course is guided independent study in special
projects to give the student additional training in a ABR 281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTO BODY 3 Hrs.
specific area selected by the instructor Emphasis is PREREQUISITE: None.
placed on individual student needs to improve or This course is guided independent study in special
expand skills. Upon course completion, students projects to give the student additional training in a
should be able to demonstrate skills to meet specific specific area selected by the instructor. Emphasis is
needs. placed on individual student needs to improve or
expand skills. Upon completion, the student should
ABR 213 AUTOMOTIVE STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS 3 Hrs. be able to demonstrate skills to meet specific needs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
Students learn methods of determining structural ABR 291 AUTO BODY REPAIR CO-OP 1 Hr.
misalignment. Topics include methods of PREREQUISITE: None.
inspection, types of measuring equipment, data This course is designed to provide practical shop
sheets, and identifying types of structural damage. experience for the advanced student through part-
time employment in the collision repair industry.
ABR 214 AUTOMOTIVE STRUCTURAL REPAIR 3 Hrs. Emphasis is placed on techniques used in collision
PREREQUISITE: None. repair facilities. Upon completion, the student
This course provides instruction in the correction should have gained skills necessary for entry level
of structural damage. Topics include types and use employment.
of alignment equipment, anchoring and pulling
methods, and repair/replacement of structural ABR 292 AUTO BODY REPAIR CO-OP 2 Hrs.
components. PREREQUISITE: Instructor approval.
This course is designed to provide practical shop
ABR 223 AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICAL experience for advanced students through part-
COMPONENTS 3 Hrs. time employment in the collision repair industry.
PREREQUISITE: None. Emphasis is placed on techniques used in collision
This course provides instruction in collision related repair facilities. Upon completion, the student
mechanical repairs. Emphasis is placed on diagnosis should have gained skills necessary for entry level
and repairs to drive train, steering/suspension employment.
components, and various other mechanical repairs.
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ABR 293 AUTO BODY REPAIR CO-OP 3 Hrs. AUM 133 MOTOR VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: Instructor approval. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course is designed to provide practical shop This course provides basic instruction in theory,
experience for advanced students through part- operation, and repair of automotive heating and
time employment in the collision repair industry. air conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the
Emphasis is placed on techniques used in collision understanding and repair of vehicle air conditioning
repair facilities. Upon completion, the student and heating systems, including but not limited to
should have gained skills necessary for entry level air management, electrical and vacuum controls,
employment. refrigerant recovery, and component replacement.
AUM 224 MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND techniques, active reading strategies, critical
TRANSAXLE 3 Hrs. thinking, communication skills, learning styles,
PREREQUISITE: AUM 130. and other strategies for effective learning”. Upon
COREQUISITE: AUM 130. completion, the student should be able to apply
This course covers basic instruction in manual appropriate study strategies and techniques to the
transmission and transaxles. Emphasis is placed on development of an effective study plan.
the understanding and application of basic internal
and external operation relating to proper operation BIOLOGY (BIO)
and drivability. BIO 101 INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY I 4 Hrs.
CREDIT TOWARD GRADUATION WILL NOT
AUM 230 AUTO TRANSMISSION AND BE GIVEN FOR BOTH BIO 101 AND 103.
TRANSAXLE 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: AUM 130. placement score.
COREQUISITE: AUM 130. Introduction to Biology I is the first of a two-course
This course provides basic instruction in automatic sequence designed for non-science majors. It covers
transmissions and transaxles. Emphasis is placed on historical studies illustrating the scientific method,
the comprehension of principles and power flow of cellular structure, bioenergetics, cell reproduction,
automatic transmissions and repairing or replacing Mendelian and molecular genetics, and a survey
internal and external components. of human organ systems. (Internet Only) A 120
minute laboratory is required.
AUM 239 ENGINE PERFORMANCE I 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: AUM 110 and AUM 210. BIO 102 INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY II 4 Hrs.
This course provides basic instruction in engine PREREQUISITE: BIO 101.
performance with emphasis on fuel and ignition Introduction to Biology II is the second of a
systems relating to engine operation. two-course sequence for non-science majors. It
covers evolutionary principles and relationships,
AUM 244 ENGINE PERFORMANCE II 3 Hrs. environmental and ecological topics, classification,
PREREQUISITE: AUM 239. and a survey of biodiversity (Internet Only). A 120
COREQUISITE: AUM 239. minute laboratory is required.
This course provides advanced instruction in
engine performance. Emphasis is placed on engine BIO 103 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY I 4 Hrs.
management and computer controls of ignition CREDIT TOWARD GRADUATION WILL NOT
fuel, and emissions systems relating to engine BE GIVEN FOR BOTH BIO 101 AND 103.
performance and drivability. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
placement score.
AUM 246 AUTOMOTIVE EMISSIONS 3 Hrs. This is an introductory course for science and non-
PREREQUISITE: AUM 210 and AUM 244. science majors. It covers physical, chemical, and
This is an introductory course in automotive emission biological principles common to all organisms.
systems. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and These principles are explained through a study of
repair of systems, subsystems, and components. cell structure and function, cellular reproduction,
basic biochemistry, cell energetics, the process of
BASIC STUDY SKILLS/PERSONAL photosynthesis, and Mendelian and molecular
DEVELOPMENT (BSS) genetics. Also included are the scientific method,
BSS 090 BASIC STUDY SKILLS 3 Hrs. basic principles of evolution, and an overview
PREREQUISITE: None. of the diversity of life with emphasis on viruses,
This course is designed to introduce students to the prokaryotes, and protist. A 120 minute laboratory
basic skills of “how to study.” The course includes is required.
activities such as an assessment through testing of
academic/study strengths and weaknesses, general BIO 104 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY II 4 Hrs.
information about effective study techniques, and PREREQUISITE: BIO 103.
applications of study techniques for specific courses. This course is an introduction to the basic ecological
May be repeated for credit. and evolutionary relationships of plants and
animals and a survey of plant and animal diversity
BSS 118 COLLEGE STUDY SKILLS 1 Hr. including classification, morphology, physiology,
PREREQUISITE: None. and reproduction. A 180-minute laboratory is
This course covers skills and strategies designed required.
to improve study behaviors. Topics include time
management, note taking, test taking, memory
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This course covers written, oral and nonverbal BUS 276 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs.
communications. Topics include the application PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
of communication principles to the production of placement score.
clear, correct, and logically organized faxes, e-mail, This course provides an overview of the
memos, letters, resumes, reports, and other business responsibilities of the supervisor of human
communications. resources. Topics include the selection, placement,
testing, orientation, training, rating, promotion,
BUS 241 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I 3 Hrs. and transfer of employees.
PREREQUISITE: Grade of C or higher in MTH
100 or MTH 116, RDG 085 or equivalent placement BUS 279 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs.
score. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
This course is designed to provide a basic theory of placement score.
accounting principles and practices used by service This course provides an overview of the creation
and merchandising enterprises. Emphasis is placed and operation of a small business. Topics include
on financial accounting, including the accounting buying a franchise, starting a business, identifying
cycle, and financial statement preparation analysis. capital resources, understanding markets, managing
customer credit, managing accounting systems,
BUS 242 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II 3 Hrs. budgeting systems, inventory systems, purchasing
PREREQUISITE: BUS 241. insurance, and the importance of appropriate legal
This course is a continuation of BUS 241. In counsel.
addition to a study of financial accounting, this
course also places emphasis upon managerial BUS 285 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 3 Hrs.
accounting, with coverage of corporations, PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
statement analysis introductory cost accounting, placement score.
and use of information for planning, control, and This course provides a general overview of the field
decision making. of marketing. Topics include marketing strategies,
channels of distribution, marketing research, and
BUS 260 STATISTICAL DATA ANALYSIS 3 Hrs. consumer behavior.
PREREQUISITE: CIS 146 and MTH 112 or
equivalent placement score. BUS 291 ALTERNATING BUSINESS CO-OP 1-3 Hrs.
Introduction to the use of basic statistical concepts PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
in business applications. Descriptive statistics, placement score.
index numbers, measures of central tendency and This three-course sequence allows students to
variation, probability, random variables, discrete alternate semesters of full-time work in a job closely
and continuous probability distributions, sampling related to the student’s academic major with
distributions, and point and interval estimation are semesters of full-time academic work. Emphasis is
covered. Computer software applications are utilized. placed on a student’s work experience as it integrates
academic knowledge with practical applications in
BUS 263 THE LEGAL AND SOCIAL the business environment. The grade is based on
ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS 3 Hrs. the employer’s evaluation of student productivity,
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent evaluative reports submitted by the student, and
placement score. the development and assessment by the student of a
This course provides an overview of the legal learning contract.
and social environment for business operations
with emphasis on contemporary issues and their CARPENTRY (CAR)
subsequent impact on business. Topics include CAR 111 CONSTRUCTION BASICS 3 Hrs.
the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the legislative COREQUISITE: CAR 114.
process, civil and criminal law, administrative This course introduces students to the opportunities
agencies, trade regulations, consumer protection, in and requirements of the construction industry.
contracts, employment, and personal property. Topics include economic outlook for construction,
employment outlook, job opportunities, training,
BUS 275 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs. apprenticeship, entrepreneurship, construction
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent tools, materials, and equipment, and job safety.
placement score. Upon completion, the student should be able to
This course provides a basic study of the principles of identify the job market, types of training, knowledge
management. Topics include planning, organizing, of apprenticeship opportunities, construction tools,
staffing, directing, and controlling with emphasis materials, equipment, and safety procedures.
on practical business applications.
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CAR 112 FLOORS, WALLS, SITE PREP 3 Hrs. designing concrete forms. Topics include making
COREQUISITE: CAR 113. and pouring concrete, constructing concrete forms,
This course introduces the student to floor and wall reinforcement methods, finishing concrete, and
layout and construction. Topics include methods job safety. Upon completion, the student should
of house framing, components of floor framing, be able to list safety rules for the job site, identify
layouts, sub-flooring, connectors and fasteners, and components of concrete, describe how concrete
site preparation. Upon completion, the student will forms are built, and how concrete is poured,
be able to identify various types of floor framing reinforced, and finished.
systems, select the sizes of floor joists, identify types
of house framing, list types of fasteners, and identify CAR 123 CONCRETE AND FORMING LAB 3 Hrs.
property lines, setbacks, and demonstrate a working COREQUISITE: CAR 122.
knowledge of terrain and batter boards. This course provides students with practical
experience in concrete applications. Emphasis
CAR 113 FLOORS, WALLS, SITE PREP LAB 3 Hrs. is placed on job site safety, concrete forming,
COREQUISITE: CAR 112. mixing, pouring, finishing, and reinforcing. Upon
The student will engage in applications of floor and completion, the student should be able to safely set
wall construction, application of required tools, forms, reinforce, mix, pour, and finish concrete.
use of the builder transit, level rod, tape measure,
and grade stakes. Emphasis is placed on cutting sill CAR 131 ROOF AND CEILING SYSTEMS 3 Hrs.
plates, floor joists, girders, header bridging, sub- PREREQUISITE: CAR 133.
flooring, stud wall partitions, door and window This course focuses on the design and installation
headers, wall bracing, leveling instruments, and of roof and ceiling systems. Emphasis is placed
batter boards. Upon completion, the student should on rafters, trusses, ceiling joists, roof decking, and
be able to layout and construct a floor, including roofing materials. Upon completion, the student
the sill, joist bridging and openings, install sub- should be able to design a roof and ceiling system,
flooring, construct interior and exterior walls, and identify proper installation methods of roofing
layout property stakes of site plans. materials, and describe applicable safety rules.
CAR 114 CONSTRUCTION BASICS LAB 3 Hrs. CAR 132 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR FINISHING 3 Hrs.
COREQUISITE: CAR 111. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides practical and safe application This course introduces the student to interior and
of hand, portable power, stationary and pneumatic exterior finishing materials and techniques. Topics
tools, use of building materials, fasteners and include interior trim of windows and doors, ceilings
adhesives, and job site safety. Emphasis is placed and wall moldings, exterior sidings, trim work,
on the safe use of hand, power, and pneumatic painting, and masonry finishes. Upon completion,
tools, proper selection of lumber, plywood, by- the student should be able to identify different types
products, nails, bolts, screws, adhesives, fasteners, of doors, windows and moldings and describe the
construction materials, and job safety. Upon uses of each, identify types of exterior sidings and
completion, the student should be able to identify trim, and describe the different types of paint and
hand, power, stationary and pneumatic tools and their proper application.
demonstrate their safe use; identify and properly
select wood and non-wood building products, and CAR 133 ROOF AND CEILING SYSTEMS LAB 3 Hrs.
properly use nails, fasteners and adhesives. COREQUISITE: CAR 131.
The course provides students with practical
CAR 121 INTRODUCTION TO experience in building and installing roof and
BLUEPRINT READING 3 Hrs. ceiling systems. Emphasis is placed on job site safety,
PREREQUISITE: None. layout and cutting of rafters and joists, cutting and
This course introduces the student to the basic building trusses, installing roof decking, and roofing
concepts of blueprint reading. Topics include materials. Upon completion, the student should be
scales, symbols, site plans, and notations. Upon able to cut and install rafters, joists and trusses, cut
completion, the student should be able to identify and apply roof decking and roofing materials, and
drawings, scale various drawings, and identify apply safety rules for job site.
different types of lines, symbols, and notations.
CAR 193 INTERNSHIP IN CARPENTRY 3 Hrs.
CAR 122 CONCRETE AND FORMING 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: Permission of Instructor.
COREQUISITE: CAR 123. This course is designed to provide exposure to
This course introduces the student to the properties carpentry practices in non-employment situations.
and uses of concrete and to the procedures for Emphasis is placed on techniques used in the
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carpentry profession. This course allows students CHM 110 INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY FOR
to refine their skills necessary for entry-level NONMAJORS II 4 Hrs.
employment. PREREQUISITE: CHM 109.
This is a survey course to teach basic scientific literacy
CAR 203 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CARPENTRY 3 Hrs. and chemical principles. Includes environmental
PREREQUISITE: None. chemistry, household chemicals, nutrition, genetic
This course allows the student to plan, execute, and engineering, and other subjects pertinent to non-
present results of individual projects in carpentry. majors. Not open to students that have earned
Emphasis is placed on enhancing skills attainment credits in CHM 105 or CHM 112.
in the carpentry field. This culminating course
allows the student to independently apply skills CHM 111 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY I 4 Hrs.
attained in previous courses. PREREQUISITE: MTI-I 112 or equivalent math
placement score, RDG 085 or equivalent placement
CHEMISTRY (CHM) score.
CHM 104 INTRODUCTION TO This is the first course in a two-semester sequence
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 4 Hrs. designed for the science or engineering major
PREREQUISITE: MTH 098 (Developmental who is expected to have a strong background
Algebra II) or equivalent mathematics placement in mathematics. Topics in this course include
score, RDG 085 or equivalent placement score. measurement, nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic
This is a survey course of general chemistry for structure, equations and reactions, basic concepts of
students who do not intend to major in science or thermo-chemistry, chemical and physical properties,
engineering and may not be substituted for CHM bonding, molecular structure, gas laws, kinetic-
111. Lecture will emphasize the facts, principles, molecular theory, condensed matter, solutions,
and theories of general chemistry including math colloids, and some descriptive chemistry topics.
operations, matter and energy, atomic structure, Laboratory is required.
symbols and formulas, nomenclature, the periodic
table, bonding concepts, equations, reactions, CHM 112 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY II 4 Hrs.
stoichiometry, gas laws, phases of matter, solutions, PREREQUISITE: CHM 111.
pH, and equilibrium reactions. Laboratory is This is the second course in a two-semester sequence
required. designed primarily for the science and engineering
student who is expected to have a strong background
CHM 105 INTRODUCTION TO in mathematics. Topics in this course include
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 4 Hrs. chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria, acids and
PREREQUISITE: CHM 104 (Introduction to bases, ionic equilibria of weak electrolytes, solubility
Inorganic Chemistry) or CHM 111 (College product principle, chemical thermodynamics,
Chemistry I) electrochemistry, oxidation-reduction, nuclear
This is a survey course of organic chemistry and chemistry, an introduction to organic chemistry
biochemistry for students who do not intend and biochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, and
to major in science or engineering. Topics will selected topics in descriptive chemistry including
include basic nomenclature, classification of the metals, non-metals, semi-metals, coordination
organic compounds, typical organic reactions, compounds, transition compounds, and post-
reactions involved in life processes, function of transition compounds. Laboratory is required.
biomolecules, and the handling and disposal of
organic compounds. Laboratory is required. CHM 221 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 4 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: CHM 112.
CHM 109 INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY FOR This is the first course in a two-semester sequence.
NONMAJORS I 4 Hrs. Topics in this course include nomenclature,
PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: MTH 100, structure, physical and chemical properties,
RDG 085 or equivalent placement score. synthesis, and typical reactions for aliphatic,
Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory. This alicyclic, and aromatic compounds with special
is a survey course to teach basic scientific literacy emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy,
and chemical principles. Includes environmental and stereochemistry. Laboratory is required and
chemistry, household chemicals, and other subjects will include the synthesis and confirmation of
pertinent to non-majors. Not open to students that representative organic compounds with emphasis
have earned credits in CHM 104 or CHM 111. on basic techniques.
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CHM 222 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 4 Hrs. completion, the student should be able to select and
PREREQUISITE: CHM 221. implement creative and age-appropriate experiences
This is the second course in a two-semester sequence. for young children.
Topics in this course include nomenclature,
structure, physical and chemical properties, CHD 203 CHILDREN’S LITERATURE AND
synthesis, and typical reactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT 3 Hrs.
aromatic, and biological compounds, polymers and PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
their derivatives, with special emphasis on reaction placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
mechanisms, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. placement score.
Laboratory is required and will include the synthesis This course surveys appropriate literature and
and confirmation of representative organic language arts activities designed to enhance young
compounds with emphasis on basic techniques. children’s speaking, listening, pre-reading, and
writing skills. Emphasis is placed on developmental
CHILD DEVELOPMENT (CHD) appropriateness as related to language. Upon
CHD 100 INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CARE AND completion, the student should be able to create,
EDUCATION OF CHILDREN 3 Hrs. evaluate, and demonstrate activities which support
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent a language-rich environment for young children.
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
placement score. CHD 204 METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR
This course introduces the child care profession TEACHING CHILDREN 3 Hrs.
including the six functional areas of the Child PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
Development Associate (CDA) credential. placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
Emphasis is placed on using positive guidance placement score.
techniques, setting up a classroom, and planning a This course introduces basic methods and materials
schedule. Upon completion, the student should be used in teaching young children. Emphasis is
able to create and modify children’s environments placed on the student compiling a professional
to meet individual needs, use positive guidance to resource file of activities used for teaching math,
development positive relationships with children, language arts, science, and social studies concepts.
and promote children’s self-esteem, self-control, and Upon completion, the student should be able to
self-motivation. demonstrate basic methods of creating learning
experiences using appropriate techniques, materials,
CHD 201 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT and realistic expectations.
PRINCIPLES 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent CHD 205 PROGRAM PLANNING FOR
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDREN 3 Hrs.
placement score. PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
This course is a systematic study of child growth placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
and development from conception through early placement score.
childhood. Emphasis is placed on principles This course is designed to give students practice
underlying physical, mental, emotional, and social in lesson and unit planning, writing behavioral
development, and on methods of child study and objectives, and evaluating activities taught to young
practical implications. Upon completion, the children. Emphasis is placed on identifying basic
student should be able to use knowledge of how aspects of cognitive development and how children
young children differ in their development and learn. Upon completion, the student should be
approaches to learning to provide opportunities that able to plan and implement developmentally
support the physical, social, emotional, language, appropriate curriculum and instructional practices
cognitive, and aesthetic development of children. based on knowledge of individual differences and
the curriculum goals and content.
CHD 202 CHILDREN’S CREATIVE EXPERIENCES 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent CHD 206 CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND SAFETY 3 Hrs.
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
placement score. placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
This course focuses on fostering creativity in placement score.
preschool children and developing a creative attitude This course introduces basic health, nutrition and
in teachers. Topics include selecting and developing safety management practices for young children.
creative experiences in language arts, music, art, Emphasis is placed on setting up and maintaining
science, math, and movement with observation and a safe, healthy environment for young children
participation with young children required. Upon including specific procedures for infants and
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toddlers and procedures regarding childhood vary according to industry and student needs.
illnesses and communicable diseases. Upon Upon completion, the student should demonstrate
completion, the student should be able to prepare competencies designed to assess course objectives.
a healthy, safe environment, plan nutritious meals
and snacks, and recommend referrals if necessary. CHD 215 SUPERVISED PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE IN
CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT 3 Hrs.
CHD 208 ADMINISTRATION OF CHILD PREREQUISITE: CHD 202, CHD 204, and
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS 3 Hrs. CHD 205.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent This course provides a minimum of 90 hours of
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent hands-on, supervised experience in an approved
placement score. program for young children. Emphasis is placed on
This course includes appropriate administrative performance of daily duties which are assessed by
policies and procedures relevant to preschool the College instructor and the cooperating teacher.
programs. Topics include local, state, and federal Upon completion, the student should be able to
regulations; budget planning; record keeping; demonstrate competency in a child care setting.
personnel policies and parent involvement. Upon
completion, the student should be able to identify COMMERCIAL ART (CAT)
elements of a sound business plan, develop CAT 118 DESIGN DRAWING 3 Hrs.
familiarity with basic record-keeping techniques, and PREREQUISITE: None.
identify elements of a developmentally appropriate This is an introductory course using pencil, Conte
program. crayon, and drawing instruments. Topics include
perspective, space, relationships of design elements,
CHD 209 INFANT AND TODDLER EDUCATION light, shadow, and depth. Still life, landscape,
PROGRAMS 3 Hrs. fundamental gesture drawing and page design are
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent introduced. Upon completion, students should be
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent able to apply the fundamentals of drawing and area
placement score. composition.
This course focuses on child development from
infancy to thirty months of age with emphasis CAT 126 TYPESETTING FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs.
on planning programs using developmentally- PREREQUISITE: None.
appropriate material. Emphasis is placed on positive The course explores the history of type, the anatomy
ways to support an infant’s social, emotional, of type, current technical and aesthetic use of
physical, and intellectual development. Upon type as well as type’s relation to image as used in
completion, the student should be able to plan an contemporary design. Emphasis is placed on the
infant-toddler program and environment which is importance of type as a design element in the
appropriate and supportive of the families and the development of a graphic project.
children.
CAT 130 PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN 3 Hrs.
CHD 210 EDUCATING EXCEPTIONAL YOUNG PREREQUISITE: None.
CHILDREN 3 Hrs. This course introduces students to the traditional
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent principles and elements of design. It promotes
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent creative thinking to solve visual communication
placement score. problems. Emphasis is placed on alignment,
This course explores the many different types of contrast, repetition, and proximity. Design concepts
exceptionalities found in young children. Topics include symmetrical and asymmetrical design, as
include speech, language, hearing, and visual well as the importance of line, shape, texture, value
impairments; gifted and talented children; mental and color. Upon completion, the student should be
retardation; emotional, behavioral, and neurological able to use conscious awareness of design principles
handicaps. Upon completion, the student should to create successful projects.
be able to identify appropriate strategies for working
with young exceptional children. CAT 132 BASIC ADVERTISING DESIGN 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
CHD 211 CHILD DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR 2 Hrs. This course focuses on design assignments related to
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent the commercial art field and introduces students to
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent graphic design techniques. Focus is placed on creating
placement score. and producing advertising design pieces. Emphasis is
A selection of topics relating to young children placed on accuracy, sizing, and craftsmanship. Upon
are addressed in this course. Subject matter will course completion, the student should be able to
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apply creative thinking in design communications design elements including artistic rendering, photo
and should be able to produce advertising design illustrations, typography, and computer layout as
from concept to completion. applied to advertising campaigns. Upon completion,
the student should be able to use his or her graphic
CAT 148 AIRBRUSH ARTISTRY 3 Hrs. arts skills to produce professional art work.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course is a study in airbrush artistry. Topics CAT 242 ADVANCED ADVERTISING DESIGN 3 Hrs.
include paint mixing, airbrush maintenance, PREREQUISITE: None.
masking, and media. Projects include a variety of This course allows students to create, design, and
subject matter including technical illustrations, produce a corporate image project. Emphasis is
advertising, and creative art. Upon completion, the placed on the development of the repetitive grids,
student should understand the professional aspects using photographs as clip art, scanned images, and
of creating designs using airbrush techniques. page layout software. Upon completion, the student
should be able to apply manual and computer skills
CAT 152 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 3 Hrs. to advertising design projects.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces the student to digital CAT 260 PORTFOLIO 3 Hrs.
imaging techniques. Emphasis is placed on the PREREQUISITE: None.
technical application of the camera and on digital This course provides the advanced student an
photographic lighting methods. Upon completion, opportunity to use previous commercial art training
the student should be able to determine the need to design and produce a professional and marketable
for digital photography versus reproduction quality portfolio for final presentation. Emphasis is placed
advertising photography and understand both on a complete portfolio, resume, cover letter, and
concepts. self-promotional piece. Upon completion, the
student should be able to formulate portfolio qualify
CAT 180 CURRENT TOPICS IN work for job interviews.
COMMERCIAL ART 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. CAT 275 CREATIVE ILLUSTRATION 3 Hrs.
This course is a survey of current trends in the PREREQUISITE: None.
commercial art industry and provides specialized This course introduces the student to the
instruction in various areas using current fundamentals of illustration using assorted media
professional techniques. Emphasis is placed on including pencil, watercolor, gouache, colored
specialized areas of commercial art. pencil, pastels, etc. Emphasis is placed on drawing
and illustrating perception, color, and execution.
CAT 184 IMAGING I 3 Hrs. Dynamic illustrations are pursued through layouts
PREREQUISITE: None. for print advertisements, articles, and books.
This course introduces the student to concepts
involved in digital photography and the student’s CAT 282 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMMERCIAL
own work with the digital camera. Emphasis is placed ART 3 Hrs.
on learning the principles of good composition and PREREQUISITE: None.
comprehending the commands and procedures. These courses provide specialized instruction in
various areas related to the commercial art industry.
CAT 202 ADVERTISING 3 Hrs. Emphasis is placed on meeting students’ needs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
Through a variety of projects simulating various real- CAT 283 3-D GRAPHICS AND ANIMATION 3 Hrs.
world advertising media, this course guides students PREREQUISITE: None.
in applying design to persuasive commercial This course is designed to tap the imagination of
communications. Students study understanding the student in a three dimensional problem solving
the target audience, psychology of advertising, environment. Topics include a basic introduction to
advertising techniques, and working with clients. the concepts of 3-D design and animation as applied
Emphasis is placed on creative thinking in order to a design project. Upon completion, the student
to identify the type of visual communication most should be able to create and animate objects in a
likely to enhance positive consumer reactions. three-dimensional environment.
CAT 232 INTERMEDIATE ADVERTISING DESIGN 3 Hrs. CAT 291 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE IN
PREREQUISITE: None. COMMERCIAL ART 3 Hrs.
This course includes advance design concepts PREREQUISITE: None.
and assignments. Emphasis is placed on various This course provides work experience with a
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College-approved employer in an area related to the foodborne illness, safe handling of food, the flow
student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on of food, and food safety management systems. At
integrating classroom learning with related work the conclusion of this course the student should
experience. Upon completion, the student should be prepared to test for ServSafe© certification.
be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate The content of this course is foundational for all
employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work- culinary arts classes.
related competencies.
CFS 113 TABLE SERVICE 2 Hrs.
COMMERCIAL FOOD SERVICES (CFS) PREREQUISITE: None.
CFS 101 ORIENTATION TO THE HOSPITALITY This course is a guide for the modern wait staff.
INDUSTRY 3 Hrs. Topics include laying the cover, taking the order,
PREREQUISITE: None. surveying of different styles of table service from the
This course is an introduction to the food service casual to the very formal, tabulating and presenting
industry and employment opportunities. This the bill, and busing and turning the table. Upon
course focuses on the different types of food service/ completion, the student should be able to
hospitality outlets. Upon completion, the student demonstrate proficiency in the art of table service.
should be knowledgeable of business and career
opportunities within the food service industry. CFS 114 MEAL MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
CFS 102 CATERING 2 Hrs. This course covers the principles of meal
PREREQUISITE: None. management. Topics include menu planning, food
This course includes the theory and practice of selection, recipe standardization, food preparation,
operating a catering business. Topics include food and meal service for all phases of food service.
production and management related to catering Upon completion, the student should be able to
and other special services. Upon completion, the apply efficient work habits, sanitation and safety in
student should have a working knowledge of the the kitchen.
principles involved in operating a catering business.
CFS 120 BASIC FOOD PREPARATION LAB 2 Hrs.
CFS 110 BASIC FOOD PREPARATION 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: None. COREQUISITE: CFS 110.
This course introduces the fundamental In this course the student applies fundamental
concepts, skills, and techniques involved in basic knowledge and skills in preparing a variety of basic
cookery. Topics include scientific principles of foods. Specific topics include safety, the history
food preparation and the relationship of food of food service, professional standards of conduct
composition and structure to food preparation. and ethics, credentialing, the kitchen brigade, tools,
The student should develop competencies in food and techniques for preparing various types of food
preparation as it relates to the food service industry. items. At the conclusion of this course the student
should demonstrate basic food preparation skills.
CFS 111 FOUNDATIONS IN NUTRITION 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course focuses on nutrition and meal planning CFS 132 FOOD PREPARATION AND THE
in relation to the food preparation industry. HEALTH CARE INDUSTRY 3 Hrs.
Topics include the science of food and nutrition, PREREQUISITE: None.
essential nutrients, and their relation to the This course introduces students to food preparation
growth, maintenance, and functioning of the body, and service in the health care industry. Emphasis
nutritional requirements of different age levels, and will be placed on using medical dictionaries and
economic and cultural influences on food selection. reading charts for therapeutic diet instruction, and
Upon completion, the student should be able to designing and creating menus and diet programs
apply the basic principles of meal planning. for special client populations. Upon completion,
the student should be able to read and interpret
CFS 112 SANITATION, SAFETY, AND medical terms, and demonstrate knowledge about
FOOD SERVICE 2 Hrs. food service in the health care industry.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces the basic principles of CFS 141 FOOD PRODUCTION FOR SPECIAL
sanitation and safety to food service handling OPERATIONS 3 Hrs.
including purchasing, storing, preparation and PREREQUISITE: None.
serving. Specific topics include the dangers This course covers menu planning principles,
of microbial contaminants, food allergens and food preparation, food procurement, and food
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CNC 111 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER CNC 217 TOOLING AND MACHINING DATA 3 Hrs.
NUMERICAL CONTROL 2 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course focuses on technical applications in
This course introduces the concepts and capabilities cutting tool technologies. Emphasis is placed on
of computer numerical control machine tools. Topics machining data for material removal parameters
include setup, operation, and basic applications. on turning and milling machines. Students will
Upon completion, the student should be able to learn tool selection, tool terminology, and material
explain operator safety, machine protection, data removal calculations.
input, program preparation, and program storage.
CNC 218 PROGRAMMING AND SET-UP FOR
CNC 142 APPLIED GEOMETRY FOR CNC ELECTRICAL DISCHARGE
MACHINE 3 Hrs. MACHINING 6 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces applied geometry as it relates This course introduces the student to the concept
to CNC. Emphasis is placed on geometry applied of EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining). Topics
to problem solving used to make calculations include principles, programming techniques, set-up,
for machining parts for CNC from engineering and operation. Students will learn to product basic
drawings. Upon completion, the student should machine parts.
be able to solve problems required for planning,
making, and checking of machined parts. CNC 222 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL
GRAPHICS: TURNING 3 Hrs.
CNC 143 APPLIED TRIGONOMETRY FOR PREREQUISITE: None.
CNC MACHINING 3 Hrs. This course introduces Computer Numerical
PREREQUISITE: None. Control graphics programming and concepts for
This course introduces the concepts of applied turning center applications. Emphasis is placed on
trigonometry for CNC machining. Topics include the interaction of menus to develop a shape file in
computing unknown sides, angles, projection of a graphics CAM system and to develop tool path
auxiliary lines to solve two or more right triangles geometry and part geometry. Upon completion, the
as it relates to CNC programming and precision student should be able to develop a job plan using
machining. Upon completion, the student should CAM software, include machine selection, tool
be able to analyze and make computations in orderly selection, operational sequence, speed, feed, and
steps to make and inspect parts. cutting depth.
CNC 181/281 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMPUTERIZED CNC 223 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL
NUMERICAL CONTROL 3 Hrs. GRAPHICS PROGRAMMING:
PREREQUISITE: None. MILLING 3 Hrs.
These courses provide specialized instruction in PREREQUISITE: None.
various areas related to CNC. Emphasis is placed This course introduces Computer Numerical
on meeting student’s needs. Control graphics programming and concepts for
machining center applications. Emphasis is placed
CNC 215 QUALITY CONTROL AND ASSURANCE 3 Hrs. on developing a shape file in a graphics CAM
PREREQUISITE: None. system and transferring coded information from
This is an advanced course in parts inspection CAM graphics to the CNC milling center. Upon
using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, completion, the student should be able to develop
and familiarization of the Coordinate Measuring a complete job plan using CAM software to create a
Machine. Topics include part set-up, tolerance multi-axis CNC program.
applications, maximum material and least
material conditions, perpendicularity and point of CNC 227 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL
intersection. Upon completion, the student should PROCESS CONTROL 3 Hrs.
be able to inspect machined parts demonstrating an PREREQUISITE: None.
understanding of G.D.T. and C.M.M. This is an introductory course in statistical process
control of manufacturing processes. Topics include
CNC 216 QUALITY CONTROL II 3 Hrs. control charts, pareto diagrams, and cause - effect
PREREQUISITE: None. diagrams. Upon completion, the student is expected
This course is a continuation of CNC 215. Topics to perform basic functions in analysis and control of
include set-up, and operation of a CNC coordinate manufacturing processes.
measuring machine. Students will learn to program
and set up a complex part for inspection.
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CNC 229 TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs. CIS 191 INTRO TO COMPUTER SCIENCE 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: MTH 100 or equivalent
This is an introductory course designed to cover math placement score, RDG 085 or equivalent
Total Quality Management (TQM) concepts. Topics placement score.
include common direction, team building, statistical This course introduces fundamental concepts,
analysis, and problem solving skills and techniques. including an algorithmic approach to problem-
Upon completion, the student should acquire solving via the design and implementation of
knowledge in TQM as it relates to the industrial programs in selected language such as Pascal, C,
setting. Ada, Visual Basic, or other appropriate languages.
Structured programming techniques involving
CNC 230 COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL input/output, conditional statements, loops, files,
SPECIAL PROJECTS 3 Hrs. arrays, and structures, and simple data structures
PREREQUISITE: None. are introduced. Upon completion, the student
This course is designed to allow the student to work should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the
in the lab with limited supervision. The student is subject through the completion of programming
to enhance his or her proficiency levels on various assignments and testing.
CNC machine tools. Upon completion, the student
is expected to plan, execute, and present results of CIS 193 INTRO TO COMPUTER
advanced CNC products. PROGRAMMING LAB 1 Hr.
COREQUISITE: CIS 191.
CNC 234 PRECISION MACHINING PRACTICES 5 Hrs. In the Programming laboratory, students develop
PREREQUISITE: None. and apply the basic programming skills taught in
This course is designed to teach construction, CIS 191.
operation, and safety precautions of the JIG-
BORE and hardinge chucker lathe. Topics include CIS 196A WORD PROCESSING 3 Hrs.
precision boring, facing head, and rotary table. PREREQUISITE: OAD 101, RDG 085 or
Upon completion, the student should be able to equivalent placement score.
manufacture parts with extreme close tolerance. This course is designed to provide the student with
basic word processing skills through classroom
COMPUTER SCIENCE (CIS) instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is placed
CIS 117 DATABASE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE on the utilization of software features to create,
APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs. edit, and print common office documents.
PREREQUISITE: MTH 098 or MTH 100 Upon completion, the student should be able to
or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or demonstrate the ability to use industry standard
equivalent placement score. software and generate appropriately formatted,
This course provides students with hands-on accurate, and attractive business documents such as
experience using database management software. memos, letters, tables, and reports.
Students will develop skills common to most
database management software by developing a CIS 196B ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING 3 Hrs.
wide variety of databases. Emphasis is on planning, PREREQUISITE: OAD 125/CIS 196A, RDG 085
developing, and editing functions associated with or equivalent placement score.
database management. This course is designed to increase student
proficiency in using the advanced word processing
CIS 146 MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs. functions through classroom instruction and
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent outside lab. Emphasis is on the use of software
placement score. to maximize productivity. Upon completion, the
This course is an introduction to the most common student should be able to demonstrate the ability
software applications of microcomputers and to generate complex documents such as forms,
includes “hands-on” use of microcomputers and newsletters, and multi-page documents.
some of the major commercial software. These
software packages should include typical features of CIS 196C WORDPERFECT 3 Hrs.
office suites, such as word processing, spreadsheets, PREREQUISITE: OAD 101, RDG 085 or
database systems, and other features found in equivalent placement score.
current software packages. Upon completion, the This course is designed to provide the student with
student should understand common applications basic word processing skills through classroom
and be able to utilize selected features of these instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is placed on
packages. the utilization of software features to create, edit, and
print common office documents. Upon completion,
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the student should be able to demonstrate the ability Access is a computer program used to enter,
to use industry-standard software and generate maintain, and retrieve related data in a format
appropriately formatted, accurate, and attractive known as a data base. Upon completion, the student
business documents such as memos, letters, tables, should be able to create a database, organize and
and reports. The State Department of Education update the data, prepare queries to find the needed
refers to this course as Office Applications. information, and choose attractive and functional
methods for viewing the information on screen and
CIS 196D THE ELECTRONIC OFFICE 3 Hrs. in printed reports. PowerPoint is a presentation
PREREQUISITE: OAD 125/CIS 196A or OAD graphics program that is used to organize and
231/CIS 196C or CIS 146, RDG 085 or equivalent present information directly from a computer or
placement score. printed for distribution. Upon completion, the
Electronic Office is designed to work with each of student should be able to prepare a PowerPoint
the four Microsoft Office program: Word, Excel, presentation, modify a presentation, format slides,
PowerPoint, and Access to create meaningful projects add visual appeal and animation to presentations,
and perform business tasks. Students will learn how share and connect data, link and embed objects
to streamline specific applications by integrating and files, and save a presentation as a Web site. The
two or more of the Office programs, and how to State Department of Education refers to this course
use the World Wide Web to gather information. as Database Applications.
Upon completion, the student should be able to
demonstrate the ability to use industry-standard CIS 196H QUICKBOOKS I COMMERCIAL SOFTWARE
software and generate appropriately formatted, APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs.
accurate, and attractive business documents. PREREQUISITE: OAD 137, BUS 241 and BUS
242, RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
CIS 196E MICROSOFT EXCEL 3 Hrs. This is a “hands-on” introduction of the Quickbooks
PREREQUISITE: OAD 101, RDG 085 or program, with the emphasis being primarily on use
equivalent placement score. of an existing ledgers and accounts.
This course is designed to provide the student
with a firm foundation in the use of computerized CIS 197A QUICKBOOKS II ADVANCED
equipment and appropriate software in performing COMMERCIAL SOFTWARE
spreadsheet tasks through classroom instruction and APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs.
outside lab. Emphasis is on spreadsheet terminology PREREQUISITE: CIS 196H.
and design, common formulas, proper file and disk This is a “hands-on” introduction to the Quickbooks
management procedures. Upon completion, the program, with the emphasis being construction of
student should be able to use spreadsheet features ledgers and financial management systems using
to design, format, and graph effective spreadsheets. advanced features of this program.
The State Department of Education refers to this
course as Spreadsheet Applications. CIS 203 INTRODUCTION TO THE
INFORMATION HIGHWAY 3 Hrs.
CIS 196F ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: CIS 146.
PREREQUISITE: OAD 101, RDG 085 or This course introduces the student to the basic
equivalent placement score. principles of the information highway. Students will
This course is designed to introduce the student to be exposed to different network information tools
the elements and techniques of page design, layout, such as electronic mail, network news, gophers,
and typography through classroom instruction the World Wide Web, browsers, commercial
and outside lab. Emphasis is on the use of current information services and the use of appropriate
commercial desktop publishing software, graphic editors or software to introduce construction of
tools, and electronic input/output devices to Web environments.
design and print high quality publications such
as newsletters, brochures, catalogs, forms, and CIS 212 VISUAL BASIC 3 Hrs.
flyers. Upon completion, the student should be PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
able to utilize proper layout and design concepts placement score.
in the production of attractive desktop published This course is a continuation of CIS 211, with
documents. emphasis being on BASIC programming using a
graphical user interface. The course will emphasize
CIS 196G MICROSOFT ACCESS AND graphical user interfaces with additional topics such
POWERPOINT 3 Hrs. as advanced file handling techniques, simulation,
PREREQUISITE: OAD 101, RDG 085 or and other selected areas. Upon completion, the
equivalent placement score. student should be able to demonstrate knowledge of
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the topics through the completion of programming Upon completion, the student should be able to
projects and appropriate tests. demonstrate knowledge of the topics as specified by
the instructor.
CIS 251C PROGRAMMING 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent COSMETOLOGY (COS)
placement score. COS 111 INTRODUCTION TO COSMETOLOGY 3 Hrs.
This course is an introduction to the C programming PREREQUISITE: None.
language. Included in this course are topics in an COREQUISITE: COS 112, COS 125 and COS 143
algorithmic approach to problem solving, structured This course is designed to provide students with
programming techniques and constructs, using an overview of the history and development of
functions and macros, simple data structures, and cosmetology and standards of professional behavior.
using files for input and output. Upon completion, Students receive basic information regarding
the student should be able to demonstrate principles and practices of infection control,
knowledge of the topics through the completion of diseases, and disorders. Additionally students
programming projects and appropriate tests. receive introductory information regarding hair
design. The information presented in this course
CIS 273 NETWORKING AND DATA is enhanced by hands-on application performed in
COMMUNICATIONS 3 Hrs. a controlled lab environment. Upon completion,
PREREQUISITE: Any programming course, RDG the student should be able to apply safety rules and
085 or equivalent placement score. regulations and write procedures for skills identified
This course is an introduction to computer in this course.
networks and data communications technology.
Topics included in this course are networking and COS 112 INTRODUCTION TO COSMETOLOGY
communications hardware, software, topologies, LAB 3 Hrs.
models, and protocols. Upon completion, the PREREQUISITE: None.
student should be able to demonstrate knowledge COREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 125, and COS 143
on the topics through completion of assignments In this course, students are provided the practical
and appropriate tests. experience for sanitation, shampooing, hair shaping,
and hairstyling. Emphasis is placed on disinfection,
CIS 286 COMPUTERIZED MANAGEMENT INFO shampooing, hair shaping, and hairstyling for
SYSTEMS 3 Hrs. various types of hair for men and women. This
PREREQUISITES: MTH 100 placement and one course offers opportunities for students to put into
of the following: CIS 146 or CIS 231 or CIS 191. practice concepts learned in the theory component
This course covers the nature of computerized from COS 111.
management information systems, problems created
by the computer relative to personnel, components COS 113 THEORY OF CHEMICAL SERVICES 3 Hrs.
of computer systems, programming, and application PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 125,
of computers to business problems. and COS 143
COREQUISITE: COS 114, COS 115, and COS 116
CIS 294 SPECIAL TOPICS 3 Hrs. During this course students learn concepts of theory
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. of chemical services related to the chemical hair
This course allows study of currently relevant texturing. Specific topics include basics of chemistry
computer science topics, with the course being able and electricity, properties of the hair and scalp, and
to be repeated for credit for each different topic chemical texture services. Safety considerations are
covered. Course content will be determined by the emphasized throughout this course. This course
instructor and will vary according to the topic being is foundational for other courses providing more
covered. Upon completion, the student should be detailed instruction on these topics.
able to demonstrate knowledge of the course topic
through completion of assignments and appropriate COS 114 CHEMICAL SERVICES LAB 3 Hrs.
tests. PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 125
and COS 143
CIS 299 DIRECTED STUDIES IN COMPUTER COREQUISITE: COS 115, COS 116, and COS 113
SCIENCE 1-3 Hrs. During this course students perform various
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. chemical texturing activities. Emphasis is placed
This course allows independent study under the on cosmetologist and client safety, chemical use
direction of an instructor. Topics to be included and handling, hair and scalp analysis, and client
in the course material will be approved by the consulting.
instructor prior to or at the beginning of the class.
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COS 115 HAIR COLORING THEORY 3 Hrs. COS 125 CAREER AND PERSONAL
PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 125, DEVELOPMENT 3 Hrs.
and COS 143 PREREQUISITE: None.
COREQUISITE: COS 113, COS 114, COS 116 COREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, and COS 143
In this course, students learn the techniques of hair Esthetics Only: COREQUISITE: COS 134, COS
coloring and hair lightening. Emphasis is placed on 135 and COS 168
color application, laws, levels and classifications of Nail Technician Only: COREQUISITE: COS 151
color, and problem solving. Upon completion, the and COS 152
student should be able to identify all classifications This course provides the study and practice of
of hair coloring and the effects on the hair. personal development and career building. Emphasis
is placed on building and retaining clientele,
COS 116 HAIR COLORING LAB 3 Hrs. communication skills, customer service, continuing
PREREQUISITE: None. education, and goal setting. Upon completion, the
COREQUISITE: COS 113, COS 114 and COS 115. student should be able to communicate effectively
In this course, students apply hair coloring and hair and practice methods for building and retaining
lightening techniques. Topics include consultation, clientele.
hair analysis, skin test, and procedures and
applications of all classifications of hair coloring and COS 133 SALON MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY 3 Hrs.
lightening. Upon completion, the student should PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114,
be able to perform procedures for hair coloring and COS 115, COS 116, COS 125, COS 117, COS 118,
hair lightening. COS 132, COS 113 COS 143, COS 144, and COS
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COS 117 BASIC SPA TECHNIQUES 3 Hrs. COREQUISITE: COS 167, COS 182, and COS
PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114, 191
COS 115, COS 116, COS 125 COS 113, and COS This course is designed to develop entry-level
143 management skills for the beauty industry. Topics
COREQUISITE: COS 118, COS 144, and COS include job-seeking, leader and entrepreneurship
158 development, business principles, business laws,
This course is the study of cosmetic products, insurance, marketing, and technology issues in the
massage, skin care, and hair removal, as well as workplace. Upon completion, the student should
identifying the structure and function of various be able to list job-seeking and management skills
systems of the body. Topics include massage skin and the technology that is available for use in the
analysis, skin structure, disease and disorder, light salon.
therapy, facials, facial cosmetics, anatomy, hair
removal, and nail care. Upon completion, the COS 134 ADVANCED AESTHETICS 3 Hrs.
student should be able to state procedures for PREREQUISITE: None.
analysis, light therapy, facials, hair removal, and COREQUISITE: COS 125, COS 135 and COS 168.
identify the structures, functions, disorders of the This course includes an advanced study of anatomy
skin, and nail care. and physiology relating to skin care, cosmetic
COS 118 BASIC SPA TECHNIQUES LAB 3 Hrs. chemistry, histology of the skin, and massage and
PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114, facial treatments. Upon completion, the student
COS 115, COS 116, COS 125, COS 113, and COS should be able to discuss the functions of the skin,
143 effects of chemicals on skin, different types of
COREQUISITE: COS 117, COS 144, and COS massage and benefits, and key elements of the basic
158 facial treatment.
This course provides practical applications related to
the care of the skin and related structure. Emphasis COS 135 ADVANCED AESTHETICS
is placed on facial treatments, product application, APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs.
skin analysis, massage techniques, facial make-up, PREREQUISITE: None.
hair removal, and nail care. Upon completion, the COREQUISITE: COS 125, COS 134 and COS 168.
student should be able to prepare clients, assemble This course provides advanced practical applications
sanitized materials, follow procedures for product related to skin care. Principal topics include
application, recognize skin disorders, demonstrate massage techniques, various facial treatments,
facial massage movement, cosmetic application, and proper product application through skin analysis,
hair removal using safety and sanitary precautions, and introduction to ingredients and treatments
and nail care. used by the aesthetician. Upon completion, the
student should be able to perform various massage
techniques, prescribe proper type of facial treatment
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and product, and demonstrate facials using any of COS 154 NAIL ART APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs.
the eight functions of the facial machine. PREREQUISITE: COS 151, COS 152, and COS
125.
COS 143 SPECIALTY HAIR PREPARATION COREQUISITE: COS 153, COS 162, and COS
TECHNIQUES 3 Hrs. 191 .
PREREQUISITE: None. This course provides practice in advanced nail
COREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, and COS 125. techniques. Topics include acrylic, gel, fiberglass
This course focuses on the theory and practice of nails, and nail art. Upon completion, the student
hair designing. Topics include creating styles using should be able to perform the procedures for nail
basic and advanced techniques of back combing, up sculpturing and nail art.
sweeps, and braiding. Upon completion, the student
should be able to demonstrate the techniques and COS 158 EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS 3 Hrs.
procedures for hair designing. PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114,
COS 115, COS 116, COS 125, COS 113, and COS
COS 144 HAIR SHAPING AND DESIGN 3 Hrs. 143.
PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114, COREQUISITE: COS 117, COS 118, and COS 144.
COS 115, COS 116, COS 125, COS 113 and COS This course provides the study of marketable skills
143. to prepare the student to enter the workforce.
COREQUISITE: COS 117, COS 118 and COS 158. Emphasis is placed on resumes, interviews, client
In this course, students learn the art and techniques of and business relations, personality, computer
hair shaping. Topics include hair sectioning, correct literacy, and attitude. Upon completion, the student
use of hair shaping implements, and elevations used should be prepared to obtain employment in the
to create design lines. Upon completion, the student field for which they have been trained.
should be able to demonstrate the techniques and
procedures for creating hair designs. COS 162 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COSMETOLOGY 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: COS 151, COS 152, and COS
COS 151 NAIL CARE 3 Hrs. 125.
PREREQUISITE: None. COREQUISITE: COS 153, COS 154, and COS
COREQUISITE: COS 125 and COS 152. 191 .
This course focuses on all aspects of nail care. This course is designed to allow students to explore
Topics include salon conduct, professional ethics, issues relevant to the profession of cosmetology.
sanitation, nail structure, manicuring, pedicuring, Upon completion, the student should have
nail disorders, and anatomy and physiology of the developed new skills in areas of specialization for
arm and hand. Upon completion, the student the cosmetology profession.
should be able to demonstrate professional conduct,
recognize nail disorders and diseases, and identify COS 163 FACIAL TREATMENTS 3 Hrs.
the procedures for sanitation and nail care services. PREREQUISITE: COS 134, COS 135, COS 168,
and COS 125 .
COS 152 NAIL CARE APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs. COREQUISITE: COS 164 and COS 169.
PREREQUISITE None. This course includes all phases of facial treatments
COREQUISITE: COS 151 and COS 125. in the study of skin care. Topics include treatments
This course provides practice in all aspects of nail care. for oily, dry, and special skin applications. Upon
Topics include salon conduct, professional ethics, completion, the student should able to apply facial
bacteriology, sanitation and safety, manicuring treatments according to skin type.
and pedicuring. Upon completion, the student
should be able to perform nail care procedures. COS 164 FACIAL MACHINE 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: COS 125, COS 134, COS 135
COS 153 NAIL ART 3 Hrs. and COS 168.
PREREQUISITE: COS 151, COS 152, and COS COREQUISITE: COS 163, COS 164, and COS
125. 169.
COREQUISITE: COS 154, COS 162, and COS This is a course designed to provide practical
191. experience using the vapor and facial machine with
This course focuses on advanced nail techniques. hydraulic chair. Topics include the uses of electricity
Topics include acrylic, gel, fiberglass nails, and nail and safety practices, machine and apparatus,
art. Upon completion, the student should be able to use of the magnifying lamp, and light therapy.
identify the different types of sculptured nails and Upon completion, the student should be able to
recognize the different techniques of nail art. demonstrate an understanding of electrical safety
and skills in the use of facial machines.
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COS 165 RELATED SUBJECTS AESTHETICIANS 3 Hrs. COS 182 SPECIAL TOPICS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: COS 125, COS 134, COS 135, PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114,
COS 163, COS 164, COS 168, and COS 169. COS 115, COS 116, COS 125, COS 117, COS 118,
COREQUISITE: COS 181 and COS 191. COS 143, COS 144, and COS 158.
This course includes subjects related to the COREQUISITE: COS 133, COS 167, and COS
methods for removing unwanted hair. This course 191.
includes such topics as electrolysis information These courses provide for instruction unique to
and definitions, safety methods of permanent hair various areas of the cosmetology industry. Emphasis
removal, the practice of removal of superfluous is on meeting individual student needs.
hair, and the use of depilatories. Upon completion,
the student should be able to apply depilatories and COS 191 CO-OP 3 Hrs.
practice all safety precautions. PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114,
COS 117, COS 116, COS 125, COS 117, COS
COS 167 STATE BOARD REVIEW 3 Hrs. 118, COS 141, COS 143, COS 144, and COS 158.
PREREQUISITE: COS 111, COS 112, COS 114, Esthetics Only: PREREQUISITES: COS 125,
COS 115, COS 116 COS 125, COS 117, COS 118, COS 134, COS 135, COS 163, COS 164, COS
COS 113, COS 143, COS 144, and COS 158. 168, and COS 169.
COREQUISITE: COS 133, COS 182, and COS COREQUISITE: COS 165, and COS 181.
191 . This course provides work experience with a
The student is provided a complete review of all College-approved employer in an area related to the
procedures and practical skills pertaining to his or student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on
her training in the program. Upon completion, the integrating classroom learning with related work
student should be able to demonstrate the practical experience. Upon completion, the student should
skills necessary to successfully complete the required be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate
State Board of Cosmetology examination and entry- employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-
level employment. related competencies.
The course introduces students to methods for of law enforcement, as well as the organization and
developing lesson plans. Emphasis is placed jurisdiction of local, state, and federal agencies. It
on writing lesson plans and on the four-step includes the duties and functions of law enforcement
teaching plan. Upon completion, the student officers.
should be able to write daily lesson plans and
demonstrate the four-step teaching method. CRJ 140 CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
CIT 221 LESSON PLAN IMPLEMENTATION 3 Hrs. placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: CIT 211, CIT 212, and CIT 213. placement score.
COREQUISITE: CIT 222 and CIT 223. This course examines both substantive and
This course is designed to provide practice in procedural law. The legal elements of various crimes
preparing and using lesson plans. Emphasis is are discussed, with emphasis placed on the contents
placed on organizing, writing, and presenting lesson of the Alabama Code. Areas of criminal procedure
plans using the four-step teaching method. Upon essential to the criminal justice profession are also
completion, the student should be able to prepare covered.
and present a lesson using the four step teaching
method. CRJ 147 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
CIT 222 INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
METHODS 3 Hrs. placement score.
PREREQUISITE: CIT 211, CIT 212, and CIT 213. This course involves constitutional law as it applies
COREQUISITE: CIT 221 and CIT 223. to criminal justice. It includes recent Supreme Court
This course focuses on visual and audio aids decisions affecting criminal justice professionals,
and materials. Emphasis is placed on the use such as right to counsel, search and seizure, due
and characteristics of instructional aids. Upon process, and civil rights.
completion, the student should be able to prepare
teaching aids and determine their most effective use. CRJ 177 CRIMINAL AND DEVIANT BEHAVIOR 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
CIT 223 INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
METHODS APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs. placement score.
PREREQUISITE: CIT 211, CIT 212, and CIT 213. This course analyzes criminal and deviant behavior
COREQUISITE: CIT 221 and CIT 222 systems. An emphasis is placed on sociological and
This course is designed to provide practice in psychological theories of crime causation.
preparing and using visual and audio aids and
materials. Emphasis is placed on the preparation CRJ 178 NARCOTICS/DANGEROUS DRUGS 3 Hrs.
and use of different categories of instructional aids. PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
Upon completion, the student should be able to placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
prepare and effectively present different types of placement score.
aids for use with a four step lesson plan. This course surveys the history and development
of drug abuse in society. Theories of drug abuse,
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CRJ) identification and classification of drugs are
CRJ 100 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL covered. Strategies for combating the drug problem
JUSTICE 3 Hrs. are discussed.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent CRJ 216 POLICE ORGANIZATION AND
placement score. ADMINISTRATION 3 Hrs.
This course surveys the entire criminal justice PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
process from law enforcement to the administration placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
of justice through corrections. It discusses the placement score.
history and philosophy of the system and introduces This course examines the principles of organization
various career opportunities. and administration of law enforcement agencies.
Theories of management, budgeting, and various
CRJ 110 INTRODUCTION TO LAW personnel issues are covered.
ENFORCEMENT 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent CRJ 220 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION 3 Hrs.
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
placement score. placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
This course examines the history and philosophy placement score.
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This course explores the theory and scope of criminal CRJ 290 SELECTED TOPICS: SEMINAR IN
investigation. The duties and responsibilities of CRIMINAL JUSTICE 1-3 Hrs.
the investigator are included. The techniques and PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
strategies used in investigation are emphasized. placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent
placement score.
CRJ 226 FINGERPRINT SCIENCE 3 Hrs. This course involves reading, research, writing, and
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent discussion of selected subjects relating to criminal
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent justice. Various contemporary problems in criminal
placement score. justice are analyzed. This course may be repeated
This course involves the history, classification, and with approval from the department head.
current procedures of handling latent fingerprints.
Latent print examination, filing, and courtroom CULINARY ARTS/CHEF TRAINING (CUA)
presentations are considered. CUA 101 ORIENTATION TO THE HOSPITALITY
PROFESSION 3 Hrs.
CRJ 227 HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent This course introduces various facets and
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent opportunities within the hospitality profession.
placement score. The intent is for students to gain a broad base of
This course covers the principles, techniques, information relative to the hospitality industry.
and strategies of homicide investigation. Topics Emphasis is placed on having students comprehend
emphasized include ballistics, pathology, toxicology, their role as a hospitality industry professional.
immunology, jurisprudence, and psychiatry. Topics include an overview of the hospitality
profession, knowledge and skills necessary for
CRJ 230 CRIMINALISTICS 3 Hrs. successful employment, the impact of the hospitality
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent profession on society, issues that impact on various
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent segments of the hospitality profession, and emerging
placement score. trends.
This course surveys the different techniques
of scientific investigation. Emphasis is given to CUA 102 CATERING 2 Hrs.
ballistics, photography, fingerprints, DNA, trace PREREQUISITE: None.
evidence, body fluids, casts, and the like. This course includes the theory and practice of
operating a catering business. Topics include food
CRJ 236 ADVANCED CRIMINALISTICS 3 Hrs. production and management related to catering
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent and other special services. Upon completion,
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent the student will have a working knowledge of the
placement score. principles involved in operating a catering business.
This course covers the collection, handling, and
analysis of evidence from crime scene to laboratory CUA 110 BASIC FOOD PREPARATION 3 Hrs.
to courtroom. Topics include hair, fibers, body PREREQUISITE: None.
fluids, firearms, glass, paint, drugs, documents, etc. COREQUISITE: CUA 120.
Laboratory experience may be utilized. In this course students acquire fundamental
knowledge and skills in preparing a variety of basic
CRJ 238 CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION 3 Hrs. foods. Specific topics include safety, the history of
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent food service, professional standards of conduct and
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent ethics, credentialing, the kitchen brigade, tools, and
placement score. techniques for preparing various types of food items.
This course examines the fundamentals of crime scene
investigation. Measuring and sketching the scene, CUA 111 FOUNDATIONS IN NUTRITION 3 Hrs.
photography, evidence collection and preservation, PREREQUISITE: None.
and courtroom procedures are considered. This course focuses on nutrition and meal planning
in relation to the food preparation industry.
CRJ 280 INTERNSHIP IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE 1–3 Hrs. Topics include the science of food and nutrition,
PREREQUISITE: CRJ 230. essential nutrients and their relation to the
This course involves practical experience with a growth, maintenance and functioning of the body,
criminal justice agency under faculty supervision. nutritional requirements of different age levels and
Permission of the instructor is required. This economic and cultural influences on food selection.
course may be repeated with the approval of the Upon completion, the student should be able to
department head. apply the basic principles of meal planning.
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CUA 112 SANITATION, SAFETY, AND of quality cooking. Topics include weights and
FOOD SERVICE 2 Hrs. measures, costing and converting of recipes,
PREREQUISITE: None. vocabulary and standard abbreviations, health
This course introduces the basic principles of department regulations and inspection, and food
sanitation and safety to food service handling production forms and records. Upon completion,
including purchasing, storing, preparation and the student should have a basic knowledge of the
serving. Specific topics include the dangers principles of quantity food production.
of microbial contaminants, food allergens and
foodborne illness, safe handling of food, the flow CUA 132 FOOD PREPARATION AND THE
of food, and food safety management systems. At HEALTH CARE INDUSTRY 3 Hrs.
the conclusion of this course students should be PREREQUISITE: None.
prepared to test for ServSafe© certification. The This course introduces students to food preparation
content of this course is foundational for all culinary and service in the health care industry. Emphasis
arts classes. will be placed on using medical dictionaries and
reading charts for therapeutic diet instruction, and
CUA 113 TABLE SERVICE 2 Hrs. designing and creating menus and diet programs
PREREQUISITE: None. for special client populations. Upon completion,
This course is a guide for the modern wait staff. the student should be able to read and interpret
Topics include laying the cover, taking the order, medical terms, and demonstrate knowledge about
surveying of different styles of table service from the food service in the health care industry.
casual to the very formal, tabulating and presenting
the bill, and busing and turning the table. Upon CUA 134 CULINARY FRENCH 2 Hrs.
completion, the student should be able to PREREQUISITE: None.
demonstrate proficiency in the art of table service. This course covers classical French vocabulary and
culinary terms. Emphasis is placed on basic French
CUA 114 MEAL MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs. menu terms describing techniques and equipment.
PREREQUISITE: CUA 110. Upon completion, the student should have a basic
This course covers the principles of meal understanding of French terminology as it relates to
management. Topics include menu planning, food the food industry.
selection, recipe standardization, food preparation,
and meal service for all phases of food service. CUA 141 FOOD PRODUCTION FOR SPECIAL
Upon completion, the student should be able to OPERATIONS 3 Hrs.
apply efficient work habits, sanitation and safety in PREREQUISITE: None.
the kitchen. This course covers menu planning principles,
food preparation, food procurement, and food
CUA 115 ADVANCED FOOD PREPARATION 3 Hrs. management skills needed to provide appealing
PREREQUISITE: CUA 110. and profitable food service in special operations.
In this course, students apply food preparation and Topics include fast food cookery, convenience-store
meal management skills in all areas of food service. food service, supermarkets, delicatessens, and take-
Emphasis is placed on management and technical out venue. Upon completion, the student should
skills needed to operate a restaurant. Upon be able to plan, organize, and prepare food service
completion, the student should develop advanced items for special operations.
skills in food preparation and meal management.
CUA 181/182 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CULINARY
CUA 120 BASIC FOOD PREPARATION LAB 2 Hrs. ARTS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
CORREQUISITE: CUA 110. These courses provide specialized instruction in
In this course, students apply food preparation and various areas related to the culinary arts industry.
meal management skills in all areas of food service. Emphasis is placed on meeting the student’s needs.
Emphasis is placed on management and technical
skills needed to operate a restaurant. Upon CUA 183 CULINARY ART SCULPTURE 3 Hrs.
completion, the student should develop advanced PREREQUISITE: None.
skills in food preparation and meal management. This course includes the notion of fantasies that
accompany the sculpturing motion with food. Work
CUA 122 FUNDAMENTALS OF QUANTITY on centerpieces for all occasions will be included.
COOKING 3 Hrs. The student will be exposed to a variety of three-
PREREQUISITE: CUA 110. dimensional edible mediums from walking cakes to
This course covers the principles and methods salt dough.
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CUA 201 MEAT PREPARATION AND CUA 206 ADVANCED GARDE MANGER 1-3 Hrs.
PROCESSING 2 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: CUA 205.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course is a continuation of skill development
This course focuses on meat preparation and in the art of Garde Manger. Major topics to be
processing. Students will be responsible for the covered include preparation of gourmet foods,
preparing of meats including beef, pork, poultry, application of cold food fabrications and display,
fish, and seafood so they can be used for final sausage making, ice carving, and carving decorative
preparations in other stations of the kitchens. substances to produce buffets. Upon completion,
Upon completion, the student should be able to the student should be able to lay out a basic cold
demonstrate an understanding of the principles in food display and exhibit an understanding of the
meat preparation and processing. cold kitchen and its related terminology.
CUA 202 AROMATIC AND FLAVORING CUA 208 ADVANCED BAKING 2 Hrs.
COMBINATIONS 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: CUA 204.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course is a continuation of CUA 204. Topics
The student should learn the difference between include specialty breads, pastillage, marzipan,
spices and herbs. The student should further learn chocolate, pulled-sugar, confections, classic desserts,
the categories of herbs and spices which enable pastries, and cake decorating. Upon completion,
them to create his or her finest dishes. The student the student should be able to demonstrate pastry
should learn the world renowned spice blends, preparation and plating, cake decorating, and show-
and dry seasonings rubs. A strong emphasis will be piece production skills.
placed on the huge variety of chili peppers.
CUA 210 BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT 2 Hrs.
CUA 203 STOCKS AND SAUCES 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: None. This is a survey course of basic alcoholic and non-
This course challenges the student to the greatest alcoholic beverages as they relate to food service.
tests of a chef’s skills. Whether they are classic or Topics include wine and food appreciation and laws
contemporary, good sauces demand the highest related to alcohol services. Upon completion, the
technical expertise. The student should learn why or student should be able to determine what beverages
why not a particular sauce will go with a particular compliment various cuisines and particular tastes.
dish. The student will focus on brown and white
stocks; consommé’s, fumets and essences; glazes and CUA 213 FOOD PURCHASING AND COST
roux’s. The student should further develop mother CONTROL 3 Hrs.
sauces and compound sauces. PREREQUISITE: None.
Emphasis is placed on procurement, yield tests,
CUA 204 FOUNDATIONS OF BAKING 3 Hrs. inventory control, specification, planning,
PREREQUISITE: None. forecasting, market trends, terminology, cost
This course covers basic ingredients, weights controls, pricing, and food service ethics. Upon
and measures, baking terminology, and formula completion, the student should be able to apply
calculations. Topics include yeast-raised products, effective purchasing techniques based on the end-
quick breads, pastry dough, various cakes and use of the product.
cookies, and appropriate filling and finishing
techniques. Upon completion, the student should CUA 214 INTERNATIONAL CUISINE 3 Hrs.
be able to prepare and evaluate baked products. PREREQUISITE: CUA 110.
This course focuses on various cuisines from
CUA 205 INTRO TO GARDE MANGER 3 Hrs. countries and regions throughout the world.
PREREQUISITE: CUA 110. Students will prepare complete menus reflective
This course is designed to develop skills in the art of the culture and goods of these countries and
of Garde Manger. Topics include pates, terrines, regions with emphasis on ingredients and authentic
galantines, ice and tallow carving, chaud-froid/aspic preparation methods. Upon completion, the
work, charcuterie, smoking, canapés, hor d’oeuvres, student should be able to research and execute
and related food items. Upon completion, the international menus.
student should be able to design, set up, and
evaluate a catering function to include a classical CUA 215 REGIONAL CUISINES OF THE
cold buffet with appropriate show pieces. AMERICAS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: CUA 110.
This course provides a brief history of the ancient
American foods that enhanced the world’s cuisines.
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Emphasis is placed on how these foods influenced before taking these courses.
the “American Cuisines” of today. Upon completion, These courses offer intensive training in classical
the student should be able to research and execute ballet for students intending to major in dance.
regional American cuisines. Intermediate level technique is studied, emphasizing
posture and placement. The student is evaluated on
CUA 220 INTRODUCTION TO PATISSERIE 3 Hrs. his or her ability to perform the work to the required
PREREQUISITE: None. standard.
This is an introductory course to patisserie.
Emphasis is placed on individual desserts, blown DNC 160 DANCE WORKSHOP I 1-2 Hrs.
sugars, pulled sugar, pastillage gum paste, nougat. PREREQUISITE: None.
Upon completion, the student should be able This course provides practical experience in the
to plan, execute, and evaluate dessert platters, production and performance of a dance presentation,
individual plated desserts, and show pieces. including sound, lighting, choreography, rehearsal,
costuming, make-up, and other aspects of dance
CUA 251 MENU DESIGN 2 Hrs. presentation.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces menu design. Topics DNC 161 DANCE WORKSHOP II 1-2 Hrs.
include development of standardized recipes, PREREQUISITE: DNC 160.
layout, nutritional concerns, product utilization, This course is a continuation of DNC 160.
demographics, and customer needs. Upon
completion, the student should be able to write, lay DNC 243/244 BALLET III and IV 3 Hrs.
out, and produce effective menus for a variety of PREREQUISITE: DNC 144 or permission of
hospitality settings. instructor.
This course covers ballet technique at advanced
CUA 260 INTERNSHIP FOR CULINARY level emphasizing performance quality, musicality,
APPRENTICE 3 Hrs. and classical style.
PREREQUISITE: CUA Majors.
This course is designed to give students practical, DIESEL MECHANICS (DEM)
on-the-job experiences in all phases of food service DEM 104 BASIC ENGINES 3 Hrs.
operations under the supervision of a qualified chef PREREQUISITE: None.
and coordinated with the College instructor. This This course is designed to give the student
course may be repeated for credit. knowledge of the diesel engine components and
auxiliary systems, the proper way to maintain them,
CUA 271 MANAGEMENT OF FOOD AND and the proper procedures for testing and rebuilding
BEVERAGE SERVICE 3 Hrs. components. Emphasis is placed on safety, theory
PREREQUISITE: None. of operation, inspection, and measuring and
This course covers the practical skills and rebuilding diesel engines according to factory
knowledge for effective food and beverage service specifications. Upon completion, the student
in a variety of settings. Topics include reservations, should be able to measure, diagnose problems, and
greeting and service of guests, styles of service, repair diesel engines.
handling complaints and sales and merchandising.
Upon completion, the student should be able to DEM 105 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 3 Hrs.
demonstrate competence in human relations and PREREQUISITE: None.
technical skills required in the service of foods and This course provides instruction on how to plan,
beverages. develop and install equipment surveillance and
reliability strategies. Descriptions of various
DANCE (DNC) maintenance techniques for specialized preventive
DNC 110 INTRODUCTION TO DANCE STYLES 2 Hrs. programs are discussed and computerized parts
PREREQUISITE: None. and equipment inventories and fleet management
This course is an introduction to dance styles. systems software are emphasized. Upon completion,
the student should be able to set up and follow a
DNC 121 ELEMENTARY BALLET 2 Hrs. preventive maintenance schedule as directed by
PREREQUISITE: None. manufacturers.
This course is a studio course in classical ballet at
the elementary level. Offered in the fall semester. DEM 106 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
DNC 143/144 BALLET I and II 3 Hrs. This course provides instruction in heavy equipment
PREREQUISITE: Previous training is essential operation. Emphasis is placed on the operation of
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graders, dozers, packers, pans, cranes, draglines, and DEM 117 DIESEL AND GAS TUNE-UP 3 Hrs.
other equipment. Upon completion, the student PREREQUISITE: None.
should be able to diagnose, adjust, or repair new or This course introduces tune-up and troubleshooting
used heavy equipment. according to manufacturers’ specifications. Topics
include troubleshooting engine systems, tune-up
DEM 110 DIESEL POWERED AUXILIARY procedures, and use and care of special test tools and
EQUIPMENT 3 Hrs. equipment. Upon completion, the student should
PREREQUISITE: None. be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair engines
This course provides instruction in diesel powered and components using appropriate diagnostic
auxiliary equipment. Topics covered include the equipment.
application of diesel engines to generators, pumps,
refrigeration, drilling, boring machines, and marine DEM 118 INDUSTRIAL AND AGRICULTURAL
power units. Upon completion, the student should EQUIPMENT 3 Hrs.
be able to test, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair PREREQUISITE: None.
diesel powered auxiliary equipment. This course provides instruction in the
fundamentals of agricultural and industrial
DEM 111 EQUIPMENT SAFETY/MECHANICAL tractor repair, maintenance, and basic service
FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs. procedures. Emphasis is placed on operating and
PREREQUISITE: None. troubleshooting, combines, hoes, bailers, loaders,
This course provides instruction in the fundamentals and other equipment. Upon completion, the student
of vehicle operation and safety when basic service should be able to diagnose, adjust, and repair new
work is to be performed in the shop. Topics or used industrial and agricultural equipment.
include service manuals, mechanical fundamentals,
preventive maintenance and component DEM 119 BEARINGS AND LUBRICANTS 3 Hrs.
adjustment. Upon completion, students should be PREREQUISITE: None.
able to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals This course focuses on roller, ball and shell bearing
of vehicle operation and safety in the shop. design and application. Topics include vehicle and
industrial bearings and lubrication requirements.
DEM 114 FLUID POWER COMPONENTS 3 Hrs. Upon completion, the student should be able to
PREREQUISITE: None. diagnose related problems and service and replace
This course is designed to provide the fundamental bearings.
knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic components
currently in use on mobile as well as stationary DEM 120 MEDIUM AND HEAVY VEHICLE CAB
equipment. Instruction is provided in the SYSTEMS 3 Hrs.
identification and repair of various pumps, motor, PREREQUISITE: None.
valves, heat exchangers, and cylinders. Upon This course provides instruction in the diagnosis
completion, the student should be able to diagnose, and repair of medium and heavy vehicle cab and
service, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic cargo systems. Topics include hydraulics, HVAC
components. and other systems of control. Upon completion, the
student should be able to identify, repair, and adjust
DEM 115 HEAVY VEHICLE COLLISION REPAIR 3 Hrs. medium and heavy cab and cargo systems.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides instruction in heavy vehicle DEM 122 HEAVY VEHICLE BRAKES 3 Hrs.
collision repair. Topics include estimating damage, PREREQUISITE: None.
removal, repair, or replacement of components, This course covers the theory and repair of braking
and the refinishing of medium and heavy duty cabs systems used in medium and heavy duty vehicles.
and chassis. Upon completion, the student should Topics include air, hydraulic, and ABS system
be able to analyze and perform repairs to a vehicle diagnosis, and repair. Upon completion, the
which has received structural damage. student should be able to troubleshoot, adjust, and
repair braking systems on medium and heavy duty
DEM 116 TRACK VEHICLE DRIVE TRAINS 3 Hrs. vehicles.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides instruction in track vehicles DEM 123 PNEUMATICS AND HYDRAULICS 3 Hrs.
and drive trains. Emphasis is placed on track frame PREREQUISITE: None.
roller, rail, steering clutch, axle, and driveline This course provides instruction in the identification
building and repair. Upon completion, the student and repair of components found in hydraulic
should be able to identify, research specifications, systems. Topics include schematics, circuits, and
repair, and adjust drive train components. symbols used in fluid power transmission and the
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DEM 129 DIESEL ENGINE LAB 3 Hrs. DEM 158 PNEUMATICS AND HYDRAULICS II 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This lab allows the student to refine the skills This course provides instruction in the identification
required to repair diesel engines. and repair of components found in hydraulic
systems. Topics include schematics, circuits, and
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symbols used in fluid power transmission and the DEM 185 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HYDRAULICS 3 Hrs.
troubleshooting of components in these systems. PREREQUISITE: None.
Upon completion, the student should be able This course provides specialized instruction in
to diagnose, adjust, and repair hydraulic system various areas related to hydraulic systems in the
components. diesel mechanics industry. Emphasis is placed on
meeting student’s needs.
DEM 159 HEAVY VEHICLE DRIVE TRAINS II 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None DEM 186 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN COMMERCIAL
This course introduces the operating principles VEHICLES 3 Hrs.
of mechanical medium and heavy duty truck PREREQUISITE: None.
transmissions. Topics include multiple counter This course provides specialized instruction in
shafts, power take-odds, slider idler clutches, various areas related to the diesel mechanics industry.
friction clutches, mechanical transmission power Emphasis is placed on meeting student’s needs.
components, and hydraulics. Upon completion,
the student should be able to diagnose, inspect, and DEM 191 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN DIESEL
repair mechanical transmissions. MECHANICS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
DEM 170 HEAVY VEHICLE AIR BRAKES 3 Hrs. This course provides information on current trends
PREREQUISITE: None. in diesel mechanics as they relate to employment
This course covers the theory and repair of air responsibilities. Topics may vary by term to reflect
braking systems used in medium and heavy duty relevant training needs by the industry.
vehicles. Topics include air, and ABS system
diagnosis and repair. Upon completion, the student DEM 192 CO-OP ELECTIVE 3 Hrs.
should be able to troubleshoot, adjust, and repair PREREQUISITE: None.
air braking systems on medium and heavy duty This course allows the student to work parallel
vehicles. in a job closely related to the student’s major
while attending college. The grade is based on the
DEM 180 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN COMMERCIAL employer’s evaluation of the student’s productivity,
VEHICLES 3 Hrs. an evaluation work report submitted by the student,
PREREQUISITE: None. and the student’s learning contract.
This course provides specialized instruction in
various areas related to the diesel mechanics industry. DEM 193 PRACTICUM 3 Hrs.
Emphasis is placed on meeting student’s needs. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides work experience in selected
DEM 181/182 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DIESEL areas to enhance the student’s manipulative skills.
MECHANICS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. DEM 194 CO-OP ELECTIVE 3 Hrs.
These courses provide specialized instruction in PREREQUISITE: None.
various areas related to the diesel mechanics industry. This course allows the student to work parallel
Emphasis is placed on meeting student’s needs. in a job closely related to the student’s major
while attending college. The grade is based on the
DEM 183 SPECIAL TOPICS IN POWER TRAIN 3 Hrs. employer’s evaluation of the student’s productivity,
PREREQUISITE: None. an evaluation work report submitted by the student,
This course provides specialized instruction in and the student’s learning contract.
various areas related to the power train in the diesel
mechanics industry. Emphasis is placed on meeting DEM 195 CO-OP ELECTIVE 3 Hrs.
student’s needs. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course allows the student to work parallel
DEM 184 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HEAVY DUTY in a job closely related to the student’s major
BRAKES,STEERING, AND while attending college. The grade is based on the
SUSPENSION 3 Hrs. employer’s evaluation of the student’s productivity,
PREREQUISITE: None. an evaluation work report submitted by the student,
This course provides specialized instruction in and the student’s learning contract.
various areas related to heavy duty brakes, steering,
and suspension systems in the diesel mechanics DEM 196 CO-OP ELECTIVE 1 Hr.
industry. Emphasis is placed on meeting student’s PREREQUISITE: None.
needs. This course allows the student to work parallel
in a job closely related to the student’s major
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while attending college. The grade is based on the lines and symbols, sketching, foundations plans,
employer’s evaluation of the student’s productivity, site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, details,
an evaluation work report submitted by the student, schedules, electrical plans and specifications. Upon
and the student’s learning contract. completion, the student should be able to interpret
blueprint drawings used in the construction trades.
DEM 197 CO-OP ELECTIVE 2 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. DDT 118 BASIC ELECTRICAL DRAFTING 3 Hrs.
This course allows the student to work parallel PREREQUISITE: DDT 104, DDT 111, and DDT
in a job closely related to the student’s major 124.
while attending college. The grade is based on the This course covers the universal language of
employer’s evaluation of the student’s productivity, electrical drafting, including electrical lines,
an evaluation work report submitted by the student, symbols, abbreviations, and notation. Emphasis is
and the student’s learning contract. placed on typical components such as generators,
controls, transmission networks, and lighting,
DRAFTING (DDT) heating, and cooling devices. Upon completion, the
DDT 104 BASIC COMPUTER–AIDED DRAFTING 3 Hrs. student should be able to draw basic diagrams of
PREREQUISITE: None. electrical and electronic circuits using universally
This course provides an introduction to basic accepted lines and symbols.
Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)
functions and techniques, using “hands’ on” DDT 122 ADVANCED TECHNICAL DRAWING 3 Hrs.
applications. Topics include terminology, hardware, PREREQUISITE: DDT 128.
basic CADD and operating system functions, This course covers the methods of providing size
file manipulation, and basic CADD software description and manufacturing information for
applications in producing softcopy and hardcopy. production drawings. Emphasis will be placed on
accepted dimensioning and tolerancing practices
DDT 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAFTING including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY 3 Hrs. for both the Customary English System and the
PREREQUISITE: None. ISO System. Upon completion, the student should
This course serves as an introduction to the field of be able to apply dimensions, tolerances, and notes
drafting and design and provides a foundation for the to drawings to acceptable standards, including
entire curriculum. Topics include safety, lettering, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and
tools and equipment, geometric constructions, produce drawings using and specifying common
and orthographic sketching. Upon completion, the threads and various fasteners, including welding
student should develop and use safe work habits, methods.
identify and properly use common drafting tools
and equipment, construct geometric figures, and DDT 124 BASIC TECHNICAL DRAWING 3 Hrs.
sketch basic orthographic views of objects. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course covers sections, auxiliary views, and
DDT 115 BLUEPRINT READING FOR basic space geometry. Emphasis will be placed on
MACHINISTS 3 Hrs. the theory as well as the mechanics of applying
PREREQUISITE: None. sections, basic dimensioning, auxiliary views and
This course provides the students with terms and basic space geometry. Upon completion, the student
definitions, theory of orthographic projection, and should have an understanding of orthographic
other information required to interpret drawings projection and be able to identify orthographic
used in the machine trades. Topics include multi- planes, produce orthographic views of objects, apply
view projection, pictorial drawings, dimensions various sectioning techniques and methods, and
and notes, lines and symbols, and sketching. Upon reproduce drawings.
completion, the student should be able to interpret
blueprint drawings used in the machine trades. DDT 125 SURFACE DEVELOPMENT 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: DDT 111, DDT 124.
DDT 116 BLUEPRINT READING FOR This course covers surface intersections and
CONSTRUCTION 3 Hrs. developments. Emphasis is placed on the basic
PREREQUISITE: None. types of intersections using simple geometric forms.
This course provides the students with terms and Upon completion, the student should be able to
definitions, theory of orthographic projection, and draw common types of surface intersection and
other information required to interpret drawings handle them simply as applications of the concepts
used in the construction trades. Topics include learned in this class.
multi view projection, dimensions and notes,
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DDT 126 SECTIONS AND CONVENTIONAL drawings. Upon completion, the student should be
PRACTICE 3 Hrs. able to organize, layout, and produce industrial-type
PREREQUISITE: DDT 111 and DDT 124. working drawings, including the application of title
This course provides techniques for representing blocks, parts lists, assemblies, details, dimensions,
more or less complicated interiors of parts that and engineering controls.
cannot be shown clearly by means of hidden lines.
Topics include visualization and development of DDT 132 ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING 3 Hrs.
all standard sectional views, section lining, and PREREQUISITE: DDT 111 and DDT 124.
associated conventional practices used by the drafter. This course in architectural design and drafting
Upon completion, the student should be able to introduces basic terminology, concepts, and
select appropriate sectional views to represent more principles of architectural design and drawing.
or less complex interior detail and execute detailed Topics include design considerations, lettering,
drawings as selected using orthographic multi-view terminology, site plans, and construction drawings.
projection and conventional practices. Upon completion, the student should be able
to draw, dimension, and specify basic residential
DDT 127 INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER AIDED architectural construction drawings.
DRAFTING AND DESIGN 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: DDT 104. DDT 133 BASIC SURVEYING 3 Hrs.
This course covers intermediate-level concepts and PREREQUISITE: None.
applications of CADD. Emphasis will be placed This course covers the use of surveying instruments,
on intermediate-level features, commands, and mathematical calculations, and the theory of land
applications of CADD software. surveying. Topics include USGS benchmarks,
measuring horizontal and vertical angles and
DDT 128 INTERMEDIATE TECHNICAL distances, terms, and recording, and interpreting
DRAWING 3 Hrs. field notes. Upon completion, the student should
PREREQUISITE: DDT 111 and DDT 124. be able to recognize benchmarks and measure,
This course is designed to develop a strong foundation specify, and record field notes.
in common drafting and design practices and
procedures. Topics include dimensioning concepts DDT 134 DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY 3 Hrs.
and pictorial drawings, auxiliary view, basic space PREREQUISITE: DDT 111 and DDT 124.
geometry, and pictorial drawings. Upon completion, This course is designed to teach the fundamental
the student should be able to project and develop concepts of descriptive geometry through an
auxiliary views, locate and specify points, lines and emphasis on logical reasoning, visualization, and
planes in space, develop axonometric, oblique, and practical applications. Topics include orthographic
perspective drawings. projection, points and lines in space, auxiliary
views, plane representation, intersecting and
DDT 130 FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAFTING non-intersecting lines, piercing and intersecting
FOR RELATED TRADES 3 Hrs. planes, plane development, and calculations. Upon
PREREQUISITE: None. completion, the student should be able to project
This course provides an overview of related and intersect points, lines, and planes, with their
technical trades drafting. Theory is covered within relationships in space, as well as develop surfaces of
a broad range of drafting specialties including an object for fabrication purposes.
civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and
electronic drawing. Emphasis is placed on a basic DDT 150 THEORY OF RESIDENTIAL DRAWING
understanding of what each of these fields require AND DESIGN 3 Hrs.
for graphic communication. PREREQUISITE: DDT 111 and DDT 124.
This course provides the theory of residential drawing
DDT 131 MACHINE DRAFTING BASICS 3 Hrs. and design. Topics include architectural styles, house
PREREQUISITE: DDT 111 and DDT 124. design, site and space planning, climate, drawing
This course in machine drafting and design requirements, construction materials and process,
provides instruction in the largest specialty area terminology, and specific types of drawings required
of drafting in the United States, in terms of scope to complete a full set of construction documents.
and job opportunities. Emphasis will be placed on Introductory, intermediate, and advanced topics are
the applications of multi-view drawings, including covered. Emphasis is placed on an understanding of
drawing organization and content, title blocks the issues.
and parts lists, assembly drawings, detail drawings,
dimensioning and application of engineering
controls in producing industrial-type working
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DDT 221 ADVANCED MACHINE DRAFTING 3 Hrs. various applications, including architectural, civil,
PREREQUISITE: DDT 131. mechanical, and environmental engineering, with
This third course in machine drafting and design consideration for advanced principle of CAD.
covers the development of complex, advanced These principles will be applied toward CAD
working drawings by applying previously developed customization and programming principles, for the
skills. Topics include application of previously expressed purpose of increasing productivity and
developed skills in the organization and development improving the performance of the CAD operator,
of complex, advanced-level working drawings, thereby, making CAD much more productive in an
including sub-assemblies and a basic design engineering environment. Emphasis will be placed
problem. Upon completion, the student should on using intelligent CAD techniques to increase the
be able to organize, layout, and produce complex, quality of output and 3-D modeling and rendering
advanced-level working drawings, including sub- will be introduced. Upon completion, the student
assemblies and a basic design problem. should be able to apply advanced CAD techniques in
solving complex problems related to all engineering
DDT 222 ADVANCED ARCHITECTURAL applications.
DRAFTING 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: DDT 104, DDT 132. DDT 233 THREE DIMENSIONAL MODELING 4 Hrs.
This third course in architectural design and PREREQUISITE: DDT 231.
drafting continues with advanced architectural This course provides instruction in 3-D Design
plans, including a slant toward light commercial Modeling utilizing the 3-D capabilities of CAD
construction. Topics include climate control plans, software. Emphasis is placed on 3-D wire-frame,
application of building codes, building materials, surface and solids modeling along with the
and finish specifications, cost estimating, and bid development of 2-D detail drawings from 3-D
specifications. Upon completion, the student should models. Upon completion, the student should be
be able to apply current techniques in producing able to generate 3-D surface and solid models and
advanced-level architectural plans, including 2-D orthographic production drawings from created
residential and light commercial applications. solid models.
DDT 225 STRUCTURAL STEEL DRAFTING 3 Hrs. DDT 237 CURRENT TOPICS IN CAD 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: DDT 111 and DDT 124. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course covers the theory and practical This course serves to introduce changing technology
applications necessary to understand the basic design and current CAD subjects and software and the
and terminology of structural steel components used computing hardware needed to utilize new products.
in light commercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on Topics include current trends in how industries use
structural steel drafting techniques, bolted and welded CAD applications, new developments, improvements
connections, framing plans, sections, fabrication and progressions within specific CAD applications
and connection details, and bills of material. Upon as well as the necessary hardware. Upon completion,
completion, the student should be able to produce the student should be able to use more updated
engineering and shop drawings incorporating software in a specific CAD application and be more
standard shapes, sizes, and details using the A.I.S.C. aware of improvements in CAD software and how to
Manual and incorporating safety practices. apply advancing technology in improving his or her
CAD proficiency.
DDT 226 TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. DDT 238 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMPUTER
This course provides the student with various AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) 3 Hrs.
methods of illustrating structures and machine PREREQUISITE: DDT 231.
parts. Topics include axonometric drawings, This course in special CAD and multimedia topics
exploded assembly drawings, one point, two point, covers special capabilities possible with CAD
and three point perspectives, surface textures, and software, especially in conjunction with other
renderings. Upon completion, the student should graphical software, such as virtual “walk-throughs”
be able to produce drawings and illustrations using or multimedia presentations. Topics include but
the previously described methods. are not limited to combining CAD software,
imaging editing software, authoring software, and
DDT 231 ADVANCED COMPUTER AIDED 3-D software into one harmonious relationship
DRAFTING (CAD) 3-4 Hrs. to produce multimedia presentations. Upon
PREREQUISITE: DDT 127. completion, the student should be aware of and
This course covers the advanced applications understand how to utilize several software packages
of CAD software to engineering projects in to produce multimedia presentations.
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DDT 239 INDEPENDENT STUDIES 1-4 Hrs. including single phase and three phase transformers,
PREREQUISITE: None. basic motor principles of electromagnetism, AC relay
This course provides practical application of prior principles, and testing these components. Topics
attained skills and experiences as selected by the covered include AC transformer, AC motor, and
instructor for the individual student. Emphasis is AC relay principles and their applications. Upon
placed on applying knowledge from prior courses completion, the student should be able to explain,
toward the solution of individual drafting and wire, troubleshoot and test these basic components
design problems. Upon completion, the student in various real world circuits.
should demonstrate the application of previously
attained skills and knowledge in the solution ELT 107 DC PRINCIPLES OF ELECTRICITY II 3 Hrs.
of typical drafting applications and problems. PREREQUISITE: None.
COREQUISITE: ELT 108.
ECONOMICS (ECO) This course is a study of energy sources, and
ECO 231 PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS 3 Hrs. measurements, batteries, conductor sizes and
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent ratings electric magnetic fields, and electrical safety.
placement score. Emphasis is on energy transfer, electric heating,
This course is an introduction to macroeconomic battery supplies, conductor ratings, and protection,
theory, analysis, and policy applications. Topics magnetic fields and safety. Upon completion, the
include the following: scarcity, demand and student should be able to explain types of energy,
supply, national income analysis, major economic batteries, different types of conductors and wire
theories concerning monetary and fiscal policies batteries, magnetic coils, and power circuits and
as stabilization measures, the banking system, troubleshoot them.
and other economic issues or problems including
international trade. ELT 108 DC FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
ECO 232 PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS 3 Hrs. COREQUISITE: ELT 107.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent This course provides a study of atomic theory,
placement score. direct current (DC), properties of conductors and
This course is an introduction of the insulators, direct current characteristics of series,
microeconomic theory, analysis, and applications. parallel, and series parallel circuits. Inductors and
Topics include scarcity, the theories of consumer capacitors are introduced and their effects of DC
behavior, production and cost, markets, output circuits are examined. Students are prepared to
and resource pricing, and international aspects of analyze complex DC circuits, solve for unknown
Microeconomics. circuits variables with the use of Ohm’s Law and to
use basic electronic test equipment.
eLEARNING (ELO)
ELO 100 eLEARNING ORIENTATION 0 Hrs. ELT 109 AC FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: ELT 107 and ELT 108.
This course is designed to ensure that students COREQUISITE: ELT 106.
are prepared for the online teaching/learning This course provides a study of the theory of
environment. Emphasis is placed on self motivation, alternating current (AC). Students are prepared
time management skills, individual learning to analyze complex AC circuit configurations
styles, and technical skills needed in an online with resistor, capacitors, and inductors in series
environment. This course is a prerequisite to all and parallel combinations. Upon completion, the
online classes, and there is no charge for this course. student should be able to design AC circuits and
explain the function of alternating circuits such as
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY (ELT) RLC, impedance, phase relationships and power
ELT 104 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS 3 Hrs. factor.
PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109.
This course involves the theory, applications, ELT 110 WIRING METHODS 3 Hrs.
calculations, and connections associated with PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109.
transformers and power distribution systems This course is a study of various tasks, wiring methods,
commonly used in the electrical field. materials, and associated NEC requirements that
students will be required to work with in residential
ELT 106 AC PRINCIPLES OF ELECTRICITY II 3 Hrs. and commercial wiring courses.
PREREQUISITE: ELT 107 and ELT 108.
COREQUISITE: ELT 109.
This course is a study of AC magnetic devices
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ELT 114 RESIDENTIAL WIRING METHODS 3 Hrs. ELT 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ELT TECHNOLOGY 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course is a study of residential wiring practices This course provides specialized instruction in
and methods, the NEC requirements and residential various areas related to electrical technology.
blueprint interpretations. Emphasis is placed on meeting students’ needs.
ELT 115 RESIDENTIAL WIRING METHODS II 3 Hrs. ELT 192 PRACTICUM/INTERN/CO-OP 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: ELT 114. PREREQUISITE: Complete at least 15 hours in
This course is a study of residential wiring practices electrical classes
and methods, the NEC requirements and residential This course provides practical experience in
blueprint interpretations. the field early in the student’s training as an
electrician’s helper on the job, working a special
ELT 117 AD/DC MACHINES 3 Hrs. project or conducting research/study in a directed
PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109. area of the field. Emphasis is placed on gaining
This course covers the theory and operation of hands-on experience with tools of the trade as well
DC motors single and three phase AC motors and as a better understanding of NEC directives. Upon
the labs will reinforce this knowledge. Emphasis completion, the student should possess a higher
is placed on the various types of single and three state of proficiency in the basic skills of connecting
phase motors, wiring diagrams, starting devices, and electrical wiring and conduit; this course may be
practical application in the lab. repeated with the instructor’s permission.
perform required tasks. Emphasis is placed on the operation of these solid state components and be
upgrading of the students skills and abilities. Upon able to perform basic troubleshooting tasks.
completion, the student should be able to perform
at a higher ability within his/her chosen field of ELT 224 SECURITY AND ALARM SYSTEMS 3 Hrs.
study. PREREQUISITE: ELT 107 and ELT 108.
This course introduces the basic operation and
ELT 206 OSHA SAFETY STANDARDS 3 Hrs. installation of home and business security and fire
PREREQUISITE: None. alarm systems as well as low voltage (under 30v)
This course provides the student with the systems such as lighting, door chimes and intercom
knowledge of OSHA safety standards as required systems. Emphasis is placed on installation of home
by this organization, and as it relates to the and business security and fire alarm systems. Upon
job site. Emphasis is placed on overall safety completion, students should be able to install
practices, construction site safety practices, and residential and commercial security systems in
safety procedures required by Federal/State laws. accordance with code and directives.
Upon completion, the student should be able to
understand the requirements of OSHA as it relates ELT 231 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS I 3 Hrs.
to general and specific construction sites. PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109.
This state-of-the art course includes the fundamental
ELT 209 MOTOR CONTROLS I 3 Hrs. principles of programmable logic controls (PLCs)
PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109. including hardware and programming. Emphasis
This course covers the use of motor control is placed on but not limited to the following:
symbols, magnetic motor starters, running overload hardwiring associated with the PLC, different
protection, push button stations, sizing of magnetic options available with most PLCs, and basic ladder
motor starters and overload protection, and logic programming. Upon completion, the student
complex ladder diagrams of motor control circuits. must demonstrate his or her ability by developing
Topics include sizing magnetic starters and overload programs, loading programs into real world PLCs,
protection, the use of push-button stations, ladder and troubleshooting the system if necessary.
diagrams, and magnetic motor starters in control
of electric motors, wye-delta starting, part start ELT 232 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS II 3 Hrs.
winding, resistor starting and electric starting PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109.
devices. Upon completion, students should be COREQUISITE: ELT 231.
able to understand the operation of motor starters, This state-of-the-art course includes the principals
overload protection, interpret ladder diagrams of PLC’s, including hardware, programming,
using push-button stations and understand complex and program design. Emphasis is placed on, but
motor control diagrams. not limited to the following: developing working
programs, timers, counters, different special
ELT 212 MOTOR CONTROL II 3 Hrs. functions, and designing programs from existing
PREREQUISITE: ELT 106, ELT 107, ELT 209 , hardwired systems. Upon completion, the student
and MTH 092. must demonstrate his or her ability by developing
This course covers complex ladder diagrams of programs, loading programs into real world PLCs,
motor control circuits and the uses of different and troubleshooting the system if necessary.
motor starting techniques. Topics include wye-delta
starting, part start winding, resistor starting, and
electronic starting devices. Upon completion, the ELT 233 APPLIED PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS 3 Hrs.
student should be able to understand and interpret PREREQUISITE: ELT 232.
the more complex motor control diagrams and This state-of-the-art course covers the more
understand the different starting techniques of advanced topics of PLC’s. Emphasis is placed on,
electrical motors. but not limited to the following: high-speed devices,
analog programming, designing complete working
ELT 221 ELECTRONICS FOR ELECTRICIANS 3 Hrs. systems, start-up and troubleshooting techniques,
PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109. and special projects. Upon completion, the student
This course introduces the basic principles of must demonstrate his or her ability by developing
solid state electronic equipment as found in many programs, loading programs into PLC’s, and
electrical and motor control circuits. Emphasis troubleshooting the system if necessary.
is placed on fundamental concepts of diodes,
transistors, FETs and MOSFETs as they are used ELT 241 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE 3 Hrs.
in electrical control circuits. Upon completion, PREREQUISITE: None.
the student should be able to explain the basic This course introduces the students to the National
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Electric Code and text and teaches the student how communication employed by professional
to find needed information within this manual. engineers. Topics include: lettering; instrumental
Emphasis is placed on locating and interpreting and computer-aided drafting, technical sketching,
needed information within the NEC code manual. orthographic projection, pictorial, sectional, and
Upon completion, the student should be able to auxiliary views and dimensioning.
locate the NEC code requirements for a specific
electrical installation. EGR 156 COMPUTER METHODS FOR
ENGINEERS 3 Hrs.
ELT 242 JOURNEYMAN-MASTER PREP EXAM 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: MTH 115.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course consists of engineering applications
This course is designed to help prepare a student to using the FORTRAN IV computer programming
take either the Journeyman or Master Certification language.
Exam. Emphasis is placed on review of electrical
concepts and/or principals, practice tests, and test ENGLISH (ENG)
taking procedures. Upon completion, the student ENG 080 ENGLISH LABORATORY 1-4 Hrs.
should be able to pass the Journeyman/Masters PREREQUISITE: None.
Certifying Exam. This course, which may be repeated as needed,
provides students with a laboratory environment
ELT 243 ELECTRICAL COST ESTIMATING 3 Hrs. where they can receive help from qualified instructors
PREREQUISITE: ELT 110 and ELT 114. on English assignments at the developmental
This course provides an in-depth study of calculating level. Emphasis is placed on one-to-one guidance
wiring materials required and labor needed by man to supplement instruction in English courses. A
hours to complete a job. Emphasis is placed on how student’s success in this course is measured by
to document the scope of work required, sue various success in those other English courses in which the
take-off sheets, and correct means by which to arrive student is enrolled.
at total job costs. Upon completion, the student
should be able to perform actual calculations of ENG 092 BASIC ENGLISH I 2-4 Hrs.
sample jobs including overhead and operating costs. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course is a review of basic writing skills and
ELT 244 CONDUIT BENDING AND basic grammar. Emphasis is placed on the composing
INSTALLATION 3 Hrs. process of sentences and paragraphs in standard
PREREQUISITE: None. American written English. The student should
This course provides the student the knowledge demonstrate these skills chiefly through the writing
to properly bend electrical metallic tubing, rigid of well-developed, multi-sentence paragraphs.
galvanized and intermediate metal conduit, and
PVC conduit. Emphasis is placed on the theory and ENG 093 BASIC ENGLISH II 2-4 Hrs.
practical application of conduit bending methods. PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent
Upon completion, the student should be able to placement score
get measurements, layout, and successfully bend This course is a review of composition skills and
conduit using hand type, mechanical, and hydraulic grammar. Emphasis is placed on coherence and
benders. the use of a variety of sentence structures in the
composing process and on standard American
ELT 245 ELECTRICAL GROUNDING SYSTEMS 3 Hrs. written English usage. The student should
PREREQUISITE: ELT 106 and ELT 109. demonstrate these skills chiefly through the writing
This course provides the knowledge to understand of paragraph blocks and short essays.
how to properly ground an electrical system.
Emphasis is placed on, but not limited to the ENG 097 PHONICS 1-4 Hrs.
following residential installations, commercial PREREQUISITE: None.
installations, and the function of independent This course provides help to students who are
grounding elements. Upon completion, the experiencing English-language difficulties associated
students should be able to explain and design a with sound. Emphasis is placed on the sounds of
simple grounding system. English words, intonation, differentiating accents,
pronunciation, and listening skills. The student’s
ENGINEERING (EGR) grade will reflect the degree of improvement
EGR 125 MODERN GRAPHICS FOR ENGINEERS 3 Hrs. demonstrated by that student from the beginning
PREREQUISITE: None. to the end of the semester.
This course provides an introduction to manual
and computer-assisted techniques of graphic
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COM 100 INTRODUCTORY TECHNICAL written compositions, the student should be able to
ENGLISH I 3 Hrs. interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent works, relate these works to their historical and
placement score. literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism
This course is designed to enhance reading and and research.
writing skills for the workplace. Emphasis is placed
on technical reading, job-related vocabulary, ENG 226 MODERN LITERATURE IN ENGLISH 3 Hrs.
sentence writing, punctuation, and spelling with PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
substantial focus on occupational performance 102.
requirements. Upon completion, the student should This is a survey course of eighteenth- and
be able to identify main ideas with supporting nineteenth-century literature written in English. It
details and produce mechanically correct short includes roughly equal treatment of Enlightenment,
writings appropriate to the workplace. Romantic, and Victorian literature in both England
and America. Upon completion and in written
ENG 101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I 3 Hrs. compositions, the student should be able to
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these
placement score, RDG 085 or equivalent works, relate these works to their historical and
placement score. literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism
English Composition I provides instruction and and research.
practice in the writing of at least six (6) extended
compositions and the development of analytical ENG 227 TWENTIETH CENTURY LITERATURE
and critical reading skills and basic reference and IN ENGLISH 3 Hrs.
documentation skills in the composition process. PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
English Composition I may include instruction and 102.
practice in library usage. Coverage of this course starts with the beginning
of the 20th century and ends with the present.
ENG 102 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II 3 Hrs. This course will cover standard literary texts from
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG both England and America, with an inclusion of
101. literature, which reflects the globalization of English
English Composition II provides instruction and in the 20th Century. Upon completion and in
practice in the writing of six (6) formal, analytical written compositions, the student should be able to
essays, at least one of which is a research project interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these
using outside sources and/or references effectively works, relate these works to their historical and
and legally. Additionally, English Composition II literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism
provides instruction in the development of analytical and research.
and critical reading skills in the composition process.
English Composition II may include instruction ENG 246 CREATIVE WRITING I 3 Hrs.
and practice in library usage. PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
102.
ENG 130 TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING 3 Hrs. This course provides instruction and practice in
PREREQUISITE: ENG 101. the writing of critical analysis of imaginative forms
This course provides instruction in the production of of literature. Emphasis is placed on originality in
technical and/or scientific reports. Emphasis is placed the creative writing process, and this course may
on research, objectivity, organization, composition, include instruction on publishing. The student will
documentation, and presentation of the report. The compose a significant body of imaginative literature,
student should demonstrate the ability to produce a which may be read by or to the class.
written technical or scientific report by following the
prescribed process and format. ENG 247 CREATIVE WRITING II 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
ENG 225 EARLY ENGLISH LITERATURE 3 Hrs. 246.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG A continuation of ENG 246, this course provides
102. instruction and practice in the writing of critical
This course begins with the Anglo-Saxon period analysis of imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis
and ends with the publication of Paradise Lost is placed on originality in the creative writing
and includes extensive treatment of Chaucer, process, and this course may include instruction on
Shakespeare, and Milton, as well as other important publishing. The student will compose a significant
early authors including a significant number of body of imaginative literature, which may be read by
early American writers. Upon completion and in or to the class.
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ENG 248 CREATIVE WRITING III 3 Hrs. Emphasis is placed on representative works and
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG writers of this period and on the literary, cultural,
247. historical, and philosophical forces that shaped
A continuation of ENG 247, this course provides these works and that are reflected in them. Upon
instruction and practice in the writing of critical completion and in written compositions, the
analysis of imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis student should be able to interpret the aesthetic
is placed on originality in the creative writing and thematic aspects of these works, relate the
process, and this course may include instruction on works to their historical and literary contexts,
publishing. The student will compose a significant and understand relevant criticism and research.
body of imaginative literature, which may be read by
or to the class. ENG 262 ENGLISH LITERATURE II 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
ENG 249 CREATIVE WRITING IV 3 Hrs. 102.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG This course is a survey of English literature from
248. the Romantic Age to the present. Emphasis is
A continuation of ENG 248, this course provides placed on representative works and writers of this
instruction and practice in the writing of critical period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and
analysis of imaginative forms of literature. Emphasis philosophical forces that shaped these works and
is placed on originality in the creative writing that are reflected in them. Upon completion and
process, and this course may include instruction on in written compositions, the student should be able
publishing. The student will compose a significant to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of
body of imaginative literature, which may be read by these works, relate the works to their historical and
or to the class. literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism
and research.
ENG 251 AMERICAN LITERATURE I 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG ENG 271 WORLD LITERATURE I 3 Hrs.
102. PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
This course is a survey of American literature 102.
from its inception to the middle of the nineteenth This course is a study of selected literary masterpieces
century. Emphasis is placed on representative from Homer to the Renaissance. Emphasis is placed
works and writers of this period and on the literary, on major representative works and writers of this
cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that period on the literary, cultural, historical, and
shaped these works and that are reflected in them. philosophical forces that shaped these works and
Upon completion and in written compositions, the that are reflected in them. Upon completion and
student should be able to interpret the aesthetic in written compositions, students should be able
and thematic aspects of these works, relate the to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of
works to their historical and literary contexts, and these works, relate the works to their historical and
understand relevant criticism and research. literary contexts, and understand relevant criticism
and research.
ENG 252 AMERICAN LITERATURE II 3 Hrs. ENG 272 WORLD LITERATURE II 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
102. 102.
This course is a survey of American literature from This course is a study of selected literary
the middle of the nineteenth century to the present. masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present.
Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers Emphasis is placed on major representative works
of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and writers of this period and on the literary,
and philosophical forces that shaped these works and cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that
that are reflected in them. Upon completion, the shaped these works and that are reflected in them.
student should be able to interpret the aesthetic and Upon completion and in written compositions, the
thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to student should be able to interpret the aesthetic
their historical and literary contexts, and understand and thematic aspects of these works, relate the
relevant criticism and research. works to their historical and literary contexts,
and understand relevant criticism and research.
ENG 261 ENGLISH LITERATURE I 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG ENG 273 GREAT WORLD MASTERPIECES I 3 Hrs.
102. PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG
This course is a survey of English literature from 102.
the Anglo-Saxon period to the Romantic Age. This course is a survey of the significant literature of
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Western civilization, beginning with ancient Greece The Emergency Vehicle Operator Course
and continuing through the Renaissance. Emphasis Ambulance provides the student with training
is placed on representative works and writers, on as contained in the current National Standard
the ideas that shaped and that are reflected in these Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the Emergency
works, and on the literary periods and movements Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Ambulance.
during which these works were produced. The The course provides the knowledge and skill
student should demonstrate through tests and practice necessary for individuals to learn how
literary critiques with appropriate research and to safely operate all types of ambulances. Topics
documentation an understanding of these works. include introduction to the NSTC for ambulance
operators; legal aspects of ambulance operation;
ENG 274 GREAT WORLD MASTERPIECES II 3 Hrs. communication and reporting; roles and
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in ENG responsibilities; ambulance types and operation,
102. ambulance inspection, maintenance, and repair;
This course is a survey of the significant literature of navigation and route planning; basic maneuvers
Western civilization, beginning with the Renaissance and normal operating situations; operations in
and continuing through the present. Emphasis is emergency mode and unusual situations, special
placed on representative works and writers, on the considerations in safety; and the run. Completion
ideas that shaped and that are reflected in these of specific student competencies, utilizing NSTC
works, and on the literary periods and movements guidelines, are required for successful completion of
during which these works were produced. The this course. NOTE: To qualify for licensure status
student should demonstrate through tests and as an ambulance driver in the State of Alabama,
literary critiques with appropriate research and students must successfully complete this course and
documentation an understanding of these works. meet additional requirements as required by the
Alabama Department of Public Health.
ENG 299 DIRECTED STUDIES IN LANGUAGE
AND LITERATURE 1-3 Hrs. EMS 116 EMS BASIC THEORY AND
PREREQUISITE: Permission of Instructor. LABORATORY 9 Hrs.
This course, which may be repeated for credit so PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT- Basic
long as the topics differ, provides the student the Program.
opportunity to study an English-language or literary COREQUISITE: EMS 117
topic chosen by the student in consultation with This course is required to apply for certification as
the instructor. Emphasis is placed on the student’s an EMT basic. This course provides students with
investigating the topic and reporting the results of insights into the theory and application of concepts
the investigation. The student should demonstrate related to the profession of emergency medical
knowledge of the topic through either a written or services. Specific topics include: EMS preparatory,
an oral presentation. airway maintenance, patient assessment, treating
trauma patients, various medical procedures,
EMERGENCY MEDICINE (EMS) EMERGENCY treating infants and children, and various EMS
MEDICAL TRAINING I (Basic) operations. This course is based on the Emergency
EMS 105 FIRST RESPONDER 3 Hrs. Medical Technician-Basic National Standard
PREREQUISITE: None. Curriculum.
This course provides theory in emergency
procedures as contained in the current National EMS 117 EMS BASIC CLINICAL COMPETENCIES 1 Hr.
Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT- Basic
First Responder. The course is an introduction to Program.
the emergency medical services system and provides COREQUISITE: EMS 116
fundamentals for students to improve the quality This course is required to apply for certification
of emergency care provided as the first person as an EMT basic. This course provides students
to an emergency scene until emergency medical with clinical education experiences to enhance
services arrive. Completion of specific student knowledge and skills learned in the EMS 116, EMS
competencies, as outlined in the current NSTC Basic Theory and Lab. This course helps student
for the First Responder, are required for successful prepare for the National Registry Exam.
course completion.
EMS 280 BASIC LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR 1 Hr.
EMS 107 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR PREREQUISITE: Successful completion, within
AMBULANCE 1 Hr. the past 12 months, of all areas of basic life support
PREREQUISITE: Must present a valid drivers training (CPR).
license as required by program. This course provides students with concepts as
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related to areas of basic life support instruction. This course introduces issues related to the practice
Topics include history, concepts, and systems of prehospital advanced life support as a career,
of emergency cardiac care; cardiopulmonary with a focus on issues common to all health care
physiology, dysfunction, and actions for survival; professions. Content areas include: paramedic roles
introduction to the performance of CPR; foreign and responsibilities, well-being of the paramedic,
body airway obstruction management; pediatric illness and injury prevention, medical-legal-ethical
basic life support; special techniques/resuscitation issues, therapeutic communications, and medical
situations, pitfalls, and complications; teaching and terminology. Upon completion, the student should
learning in basic life support; teaching strategies; have demonstrated competency in those respective
and basic provider course organizations. Student components of the National Standard Curriculum
will also successfully participate in practice teaching for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth
of a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) class by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
prior to course completion. Students successfully
completing this course will receive appropriate EMP 192 PARAMEDIC OPERATIONS 3 Hrs.
documentation of course completion. PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-
Paramedic Program; ENG 101; MTH 100, MTH
EMS 282 BASIC TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT 116, or higher.
INSTRUCTOR 1 Hr. COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and
PREREQUISITE: EMS 267 and/or as required by physiology course(s); EMP 189, EMP 192, EMP
program. 193, EMP 194.
This course provides students with theory and This course focuses on the operational knowledge
practice in the techniques of teaching Basic Trauma and skills needed for safe and effective patient
Life Support (BTLS). The course is taught to provide care within the paramedic’s scope of practice.
instructor training in trauma care and management Content areas include: pathophysiology, life
in accordance with national standards. Students will span development, ambulance operations,
also successfully participate in practice teaching of a medical incident command, rescue awareness
BTLS provider course prior to course completion. and operations, hazardous materials incidents,
Students successfully completing this course will crime scene awareness, and Alabama EMS laws
receive appropriate documentation of course and rules. Upon completion, the student should
completion. have demonstrated competency in those respective
component of the National Standard Curriculum
EMT-P (Paramedic) for the EMT- Paramedic and requirements set forth
EMP 189 APPLIED ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
FOR THE PARAMEDIC 4 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT- EMP 193 PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND
Paramedic Program; ENG 101; MTH 100, MTH MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs.
116, or higher. PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-
This course introduces human anatomy and Paramedic Program.
physiology and includes concepts related to COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and
basic chemistry; fluid, electrolyte, and acid-based physiology course(s).
balance; functions of cell, tissues, organs, and This course provides the knowledge and skills
systems; pathophysiology; and associated medical needed to perform a comprehensive patient
terminology. Emphasis is placed on applying content assessment, make initial management decisions, and
to signs, symptoms, and treatments; and situations to communicate assessment findings and patient
commonly seen by paramedics. Upon completion, care verbally and in writing. Content areas include:
the student should be able to demonstrate a basic airway management, history taking, techniques
understanding of the structure and function of the of the physical examination, patient assessment,
human body. clinical decision making, communications,
documentation, and assessment based management.
EMP 191 PARAMEDIC PREPARATORY 2 Hrs. Upon completion, the student should have
PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT- demonstrated competency in those respective
Paramedic Program; ENG 101; MTH 100, MTH components of the National Standard Curriculum
116, or higher. for the EMT-Paramedic and requirements set forth
COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
physiology course(s); EMP 189, EMP 192, EMP
193, EMP 194.
NOTE: HPS-110, Introduction to Health Care, may
be substituted for this course.
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and acute interventions for chronic care patients, and licensure examination. Emphasis is placed on
patients with special challenges. Upon completion, validation of knowledge and skills through didactic
the student should have demonstrated competency review, skills lab performance, computer simulation,
in those respective components of the National and practice testing. Upon completion, the student
Standard Curriculum for the EMT-Paramedic and should be sufficiently prepared to sit for the
requirements set forth by the Alabama Department paramedic licensure examination.
of Public Health.
EMP 206 PARAMEDIC FIELD PRECEPTORSHIP 6 Hrs.
EMP 203 CARDIOVASCULAR PATIENT PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-
MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs. Paramedic Program. Approved anatomy and
PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT- physiology course(s), approved for clinical studies.
Paramedic Program; EMP-199; ENG 101; MTH This course provides field experiences in the pre-
100, MTH 116, or higher. hospital setting with advanced life support EMS
COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and units. Under the direct supervision of a field
physiology course(s), EMP 198, EMP 199, EMP preceptor, students synthesize cognitive knowledge
200, EMP 203. and skills developed in the skills laboratory and
This course relates pathophysiology and assessment hospital clinical to provide safe and effective
findings to the formulation of field impressions patient care in the prehospital environment. Upon
and implementation of treatment plans for completion, the student should have refined and
specific cardiovascular conditions. Content areas validated his or her patient care practices to provide
include: assessment of the cardiovascular patient, safe and effective patient care over a broad spectrum
pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease, and of patient situations and complaints.
techniques of management including appropriate
pharmacologic agents and electrical therapy. Upon EMP 207 PARAMEDIC TEAM LEADER
completion, the student should have demonstrated PRECEPTORSHIP 1 Hr.
competency in those respective components of PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT-
the National Standard Curriculum for the EMT- Paramedic Program, approved anatomy and
Paramedic and requirements set forth by the physiology course(s).
Alabama Department of Public Health. COREQUISITE: EMP 195, EMP 204, EMP 205,
EMP 206.
EMP 204 TRANSITION TO PARAMEDIC This course is designed to evaluate the student’s
PRACTICE 3 Hrs. ability to integrate didactic, psychomotor skills,
PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT- clinical, and field internship instruction to serve
Paramedic Program. as a competent entry-level paramedic. This final
COREQUISITE: Approved anatomy and evaluative (rather than instructional) course
physiology course(s), EMP 195, EMP 204, EMP focuses on the student’s professional attributes and
205, EMP 206, EMP 207. integrative competence in clinical decision-making
This course is designed to meet additional state and team leadership in the pre-hospital setting. Upon
and local educational requirements for paramedic completion, the student should have demonstrated
practice. Content may include: prehospital adequate knowledge and skills, professional
protocols, transfer medications, topics in critical care attitudes and attributes, clinical decision-making,
and transport, system presentation, and/or national and team leadership abilities to effectively function
standard certification courses as dictated by local as a competent entry-level paramedic.
needs or state requirement. Upon completion, the
student should have met all ancillary educational REFRESHER COURSES (Continuing Education)
requirements set forth by the Alabama Department EMS 113 INFECTION CONTROL FOR
of Public Health and local employers. HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None.
EMP 205 PARAMEDIC TERMINAL This course is designed for students planning to
COMPETENCIES 2 Hrs. enter a health related field of study or public service
PREREQUISITE: Admission to the EMT- occupations. The course focuses on the sources
Paramedic Program, approved anatomy and of communicable diseases and describes methods
physiology course(s), EMP 206. for prevention of transmission of bloodborne and
COREQUISITE: EMP 195, EMP 204, EMP 206, airborne pathogens. Topics include prevention;
EMP 207. universal precautions (body-substance isolation) and
This course is designed to review the National asepsis; immunization; exposure control; disposal;
Standard Curriculum for the EMT- Paramedic and labeling; transmission; exposure determination;
to assist students in preparation for the paramedic post-exposure reporting; and an exposure control
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plan. The course is taught following current new national curriculum is adopted. This course
guidelines set forth by the Occupational Safety and contains specific content areas as defined by the
Health Administration (OSHA). Upon completion, NSTC. The student is required to complete specific
the student should be able to participate in the competencies for successful course completion.
clinical setting, identify potential sources of blood-
borne and airborne pathogens, and use appropriate FIRE SCIENCE/FIRE SERVICES
universal precautions. MANAGEMENT (FSC)
FSC 100 BASIC FIREMANSHIP 2 Hrs.
EMS 150 EMT-BASIC REFRESHER 2 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course This course is an introduction to the basics of Fire
for EMT-Basic or None. Science, including fire chemistry, salvage, hydraulics,
This course provides the student with theory in laying hose, laddering, and overhaul work.
review of the current National Standard Training
Curriculum (NSTC) for the EMT-Basic. It also serves FSC 101 INTRODUCTION TO THE FIRE
as a transition or bridge course when a new national SERVICE 3 Hrs.
curriculum is adopted. This course contains specific PREREQUISITE: None.
content areas as defined by the NSTC. The student This course is a survey of the philosophy and
is required to complete specific competencies, history of fire protection, loss of property and life
as outlined by the NSTC, for successful course by fire, review of municipal fire defenses, and the
completion. organization and function of federal, state, county,
city, and private fire protection.
EMS 153 EMS DISPATCHER 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. FSC 103 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS I 3 Hrs.
This course provides students with theory as PREREQUISITE: None.
contained in the National Training Curriculum This is a survey of fundamental facts and operations
(NSTC) for EMS Dispatcher. applicable to hazardous materials incidents. The
This course is designed to prepare EMS dispatcher emphasis is on storage, handling, standards, special
personnel to operate a telecommunication base equipment, toxicology, and monitoring.
station for the purpose of receiving request
for emergency medical services and allocating FSC 104 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS II 3 Hrs.
community resources in a response to such request. PREREQUISITE: FSC 103.
Upon completion, the student should have an This course is a continuation of the study of
understanding of emergency medical services hazardous materials and application to specialized
dispatch procedures and be able to effectively receive hazardous materials response teams. Emphasis is
a call or dispatch appropriate personnel, utilizing a placed on specialized skills and equipment required
scenario in a simulated situation. to mitigate a hazardous materials incident.
EMS 190 EMT-INTERMEDIATE REFRESHER 2 Hrs. FSC 105 CHEMISTRY FOR THE FIRE SERVICE 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course PREREQUISITE: None.
for the EMT-Intermediate. This is a survey of general chemistry as applied to
This course provides students with a review of the fire service. Emphasis is on fundamental facts,
material contained in the National Standard Training principles, theories, and applications.
Curriculum (NSTC) for the EMT-Intermediate. It
also serves as a transition or bridge course when a FSC 111 FIRE HYDRAULICS 3 Hrs.
new national curriculum is adopted. This course PREREQUISITE: None.
contains specific content areas as defined by the This course is a review of basic mathematics,
NSTC and the Alabama Department of Public hydraulic laws and formulae as applied to the fire
Health. The student is required to complete specific service, water supply problems, and underwriters’
competencies according to the NSTC for successful requirement for pumps.
course completion.
FSC 120 FIRE HAZARDS 3 Hrs.
EMS 265 PARAMEDIC REFRESHER 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: Completion of a NSTC course The course includes the characteristics and behavior
for the Paramedic or None. of fire; fire-hazard properties of solid, liquid, and
This course provides students with a review of gas materials; and the storage and handling of these
material contained in the current National Standard materials.
Training Curriculum (NSTC) for the Paramedic. It
also serves as a transition or bridge course when a
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FSC 130 INTRODUCTION TO FIRE principles of hydraulic calculations and tests, fire
SUPPRESSION 3 Hrs. extinguishing chemicals, and the selection and use
PREREQUISITE: None. of extinguishing agents.
This course is a study of fire suppression,
organization, fire suppression equipment, FSC 230 THE ISO (AIA) STANDARDS 3 Hrs.
characteristics and behavior of fire, and fire hazard PREREQUISITE: None.
properties of ordinary materials. This course is a study of insurance theory and
practice, the economics of the ISO grading system,
FSC 200 FIRE COMBAT TACTICS AND and a city’s fire defense and insurance rates. Included
STRATEGY 3 Hrs. is a detailed analysis of a city’s water supply, fire
PREREQUISITE: None. department, fire alarm, fire prevention, and other
This course is a review of fire chemistry, equipment grading methods of fire defense.
and manpower, basic fire fighting tactics and
strategy, methods of attack, and pre-planning fire FSC 235 BREATHING APPARATUS SPECIALIST
problems. COURSE 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
FSC 205 FIRE INSTRUCTOR I 3 Hrs. This is an in-depth survey of respiratory hazards,
PREREQUISITE: None. search and rescue techniques, emergency procedures
This course is a study of the instructor’s roles and and routine care, and inspection procedures as
responsibilities; factors that influence the teaching/ related to the fire service. Extreme emphasis is
learning process; the techniques of planning, placed upon understanding and handling personal
preparing, and presenting an effective lesson; and equipment limitations.
training aids and their utilization; and the purpose
and principles of testing and evaluation. FSC 240 FIRE CAUSE DETERMINATION 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
FSC 206 FIRE INSTRUCTOR II 3 Hrs. This course covers the burning characteristics
PREREQUISITE: FSC 205. of combustibles, interpretation of clues, burn
This is a study of task and job analysis; behavioral/ patterns leading to points of origin, identification
performance objectives; lesson plan and of incendiary indications, sources of ignition an
instructional material development; the teaching/ ignited materials, and preservation of fire scene
learning process; methods of instruction and evidence.
evaluation; and the use of references.
FSC 241 ARSON INVESTIGATION 3 Hrs.
FSC 207 FIRE INSTRUCTOR III 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: FSC 206. This is an introduction to arson and incendiarism,
This is a study of occupational analysis; development arson laws, methods of determining fire causes,
of course instructional materials, evaluations, and evidence, interviewing and detaining witnesses,
training records and reports. procedures in handling juveniles, and court
procedures.
FSC 210 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
FOR THE FIRE SERVICE 3 Hrs. FSC 250 FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTION 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course highlights and assesses the problems This is a study of the organization and function of
and hazards to fire personnel when a building is the fire prevention team. Course content includes
attacked by fire or is under stress from other factors inspections, survey and mapping procedures,
dealing with collapse. recognition of fire hazards, and public relations as
affected by fire prevention.
FSC 211 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND
RELATED CODES 3 Hrs. FSC 260 SPECIAL SERVICE HAZARDS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course includes a thorough examination This is a study of electrical transmissions and
of national, state, and local laws and ordinances related equipment appliances, radiation hazards,
which regulate and/or influence the field of fire flammable metals, and riots, disaster and civil
prevention. defense organizations, and hazard plans.
FSC 220 FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT AGENTS 3 Hrs. FSC 270 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This is a study of water supplies and services, This is a study of portable fire extinguishing
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HIS 102 WESTERN CIVILIZATION II 3 Hrs. in man’s food. Basic information concerning food
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent selection and nutrition as a factor in health, ecology,
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent and economy is included. Implications of nutrition
placement score. for children may be stressed.
This course is a continuation of HIS 101; it surveys
development of the modern western world from HUMANITIES (HUM)
the era of the Renaissance and Reformation to the HUM 298 DIRECTED STUDIES IN
present. HUMANITIES 1-3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
HIS 201 UNITED STATES HISTORY I 3 Hrs. placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent placement score.
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent This course provides an opportunity for the student
placement score. to study selected topics in the area of the humanities
This course surveys United States history during under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The
colonial, Revolutionary, early national and specific topics will be determined by the interests
antebellum periods. It concludes with the Civil War of the students and faculty and the course may be
and Reconstruction. repeated for credit.
HIS 202 UNITED STATES HISTORY II 3 Hrs. HUM 299-01 PTK HONORS COURSE I 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent PREREQUISITE: None.
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent This course provides an opportunity for the student
placement score. to study selected topics in the area of the humanities
This course is a continuation of HIS 201; it surveys under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The
United States history from the Reconstruction era specific topics will be determined by the interests
to the present. of the students and faculty and the course may be
repeated for credit.
HIS 256 AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY 3 Hrs. .
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent HUM 299-02 PTK HONORS COURSE II 1 Hr.
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent PREREQUISITE: None.
placement score. This course provides an opportunity for the student
This course focuses on the experience of African- to study selected topics in the area of the humanities
American people in the western hemisphere, under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The
particularly the United States. It surveys the period specific topics will be determined by the interests
from the African origins of the slave trade during of the students and faculty and the course may be
the period of exploration and colonization to the repeated for credit.
present. The course presents a comparison between
the African experience in the United States and in HUM 298-03 PTK HONORS COURSE III 1 Hr.
Mexico and South America. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides an opportunity for the student
HIS 299 DIRECTED STUDIES IN HISTORY 1-3 Hrs. to study selected topics in the area of the humanities
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent specific topics will be determined by the interests
placement score. of the students and faculty and the course may be
This course affords the student the opportunity repeated for credit.
to study selected topics of a historical nature
under the direction of an instructor either as part INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS (ILT)
of class or on an individual basis. Internships ILT 100 APPLIED ELECTRONIC
with historical and preservation organizations, COMPUTATIONS 3 Hrs.
thesis development, and the analysis of secondary PREREQUISITE: None.
monographs are examples of activities for this This course is an applied mathematics and algebra
course. HIS 299 may be repeated for credit. course for students in electronics or similar
programs. Topics include decimals, fractions,
HOME ECONOMICS (HEC) negative numbers, powers and roots, the metric
HEC 140 PRINCIPLES OF NUTRITION 3 Hrs. systems, logarithms, applied trigonometry, and
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent algebra. Upon completion, the student should be
placement score. able to perform applied mathematics calculations
This course introduces students to the principles of needed in electronics.
nutrition and the role and functions of nutrients
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ILT 106 CONCEPTS OF DIRECT CURRENT 5 Hrs. circuits. Upon completion, the student should be
PREREQUISITE: None. able to construct and test various types of electronic
This course provides a study of basic concepts and circuits.
application of direct current (DC). Specific topics
include but are not limited to: an introduction to ILT 115 ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS 3 Hrs.
electrical theory, units and electrical measurement, PREREQUISITE: ILT 107.
DC electrical components, and constructing COREQUISITE: ILT 116.
various types of DC circuits. Students gain hands- This course emphasizes the fundamentals and
on experience through various laboratory problems. applications of solid state motor starters. Topics
Emphasis is placed on the use of scientific calculators include DC drives, AC variable frequency drives,
and the operation of common test equipment used thyristers, sequences circuits and closed loop control
to analyze and troubleshoot DC circuits and to prove including PID process control. Upon completion,
the theories taught during classroom instruction. the student should be able to apply principles of
solid state motor starters.
ILT 107 CONCEPTS OF ALTERNATING
CURRENT 5 Hrs. ILT 116 ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS
PREREQUISITE: None. LAB 2 Hrs.
This course provides a study of basic concepts and PREREQUISITE: ILT 107.
application of alternating current (AC). Specific COREQUISITE: ILT 115.
topics include but are not limited to: an introduction This lab emphasis DC drives, AC variable frequency
to AC electrical theory, AC electrical measurements, drives, thyristers, sequences circuits and closed
and constructing and measuring various types of loop control including PID process control. Upon
AC circuits. Students gain hands-on experience completion, the student should be able to apply
through various laboratory problems. Emphasis is principles of solid state motor starters.
placed on the use of scientific calculators and the
operation of various test equipment used to analyze ILT 125 DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS 3 Hrs.
and troubleshoot AC circuits. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides the electronics technician
ILT 111 CONCEPTS OF SOLID STATE with sufficient background in data and digital
ELECTRONICS 5 Hrs. communications to enter this rapidly expanding
PREREQUISITE: ILT 107. field. It includes telephone systems, error
This course is an introduction to semiconductor detection and correction, data link protocols,
fundamentals and applications to the electronic modems, multiple-channel systems, network
devices. Course covers the basic operations and architecture, fiber-optic communications, and data
applications to include rectifier circuits, transistors, communications applications. Upon completion,
and thyristors. Coverage is given to safety, use, and the student should be able to describe the operation
care with hazardous materials and personal as well of various digital communications circuits and
as material and environmental considerations. calculate all parameters.
Upon completion, the student should be able to
construct and test for proper operation of various ILT 126 DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS LAB 2 Hrs.
types of solid state devices. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides experimentation to verify
ILT 112 CONCEPTS OF DIGITAL ELECTRONICS 5 Hrs. theories of digital communication. Upon completion
PREREQUISITE: ILT 113. of this course and Digital Communications, the
This course provides instruction in digital student should be able to construct various digital
electronics. Topics include: number systems and communications circuits and make necessary
codes, a review of Boolean algebra, logic elements, measurements and adjustments.
digital circuits, programmable logic circuits, and
memory and computing circuits. This course ILT 148 AUTOMATIC CONTROLS SYSTEMS 3 Hrs.
provides laboratory exercises to analyze, construct, PREREQUISITE: ILT 107.
test and troubleshoot digital circuits. COREQUISITE: ILT 149.
This course emphasizes automated control
ILT 113 CONCEPTS OF ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS 5 Hrs. systems and sub-systems. Topics include
PREREQUISITE: ILT 107. robotics, programmable hydraulics, pneumatic,
This course covers the commonly utilized circuits microprocessor, variable-speed drives, transducers,
found in all areas of electronics. These include and related control circuitry with emphasis on
various rectifiers, filters, voltage regulating circuits, troubleshooting the total system. Upon completion,
operational amplifier circuits, ICs, and oscillator the student should be able to apply principles of
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explores their applications. The course emphasizes This lab covers the principles, concepts, and
programming and interfacing the microprocessor techniques involved in interfacing microcomputers
chip. Upon completion, the student should be able to various electro-mechanical devices to produce
to perform binary arithmetic, perform computer geographical movement. Upon completion, the
arithmetic, describe the basic operation procedures student should be able to apply the principles of
for a microprocessor system, and write programs for electro-mechanical devices.
a basic microprocessor.
ILT 220 ELECTRO-OPTICS 3 Hrs.
ILT 206 MICROPROCESSORS LAB 2 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course provides a study of fiber optics
This course provides familiarization of principles. Topics include optical components,
microprocessor instruction sets. Experiments the physics of light, radiation measurements, fiber
in programming and interfacing provide an optic applications, light sources, optic receivers,
understanding of microprocessor theory. Upon transmitters and sensors, fiber optic systems,
completion, the student should be able to program data transfer systems concepts, and systems
and interface a basic microprocessor system. troubleshooting. Upon completion, the student
should be able to apply principles of fiber optics.
ILT 207 MICROCONTROLLER FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. ILT 221 ELECTRO-OPTICS LAB 2 Hrs.
Microcontroller fundamentals focuses on PREREQUISITE: None.
microcontrollers embedded systems typically used This lab enables the student to apply principles of
in industrial process and control environments. fiber optics.
A survey of industrial microcontrollers from
small scale to large scale integration solutions and ILT 224 ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS 3 Hrs.
their programming methods as it relates to motor PREREQUISITE: None.
controllers, HVAC control systems, automotive This course provides the student with knowledge in
and avionic control systems, robotic interfacing, electronic circuits used in amplitude, frequency, and
and data acquisition and communications systems phase modulation communication systems. Topics
will be conducted. Students completing this include modulation and detection techniques,
course will be able to identify key components of antennas and transmission lines. Upon completion,
a microcontroller embedded system and create the student should be able to apply principles
specific programming requirements using the native of filters, oscillators, classes of amplifiers, and
programming language of the microcontroller. resonance.
ILT 211 TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNIQUES 3 Hrs. ILT 225 ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS LAB 2 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course focuses on the systematic approach to This lab focuses on electronic circuits used in
solving problems. Emphasis is placed on instrument amplitude, frequency, and phase modulation
failures and their interaction with process down- communication systems. Topics include
time. Upon completion, the student should be able modulation and detection techniques, antennas
to solve problems on a process simulator or in an and transmission lines. Upon completion, the
actual setting. student should be able to apply principles of filters,
oscillators, classes of amplifiers, and resonance.
ILT 216 INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ILT 107. ILT 228 FCC GENERAL RADIOTELEPHONE
COREQUISITE: ILT 217. LICENSE PREP 3 Hrs.
This course covers principles of electro-mechanical PREREQUISITE: ILT 113.
devices. Topics include the principles, concepts, and This course includes the information necessary
techniques involved in interfacing microcomputers for the successful completion of the Federal
to various electro-mechanical devices to produce Communication
geographical movement. Upon completion, the Commission’s General Radiotelephone License
student should be able to apply the principles of Examination. A comprehensive coverage of rules,
electromechanical devices. regulations, and electronic theory is accomplished.
Upon completion, the student should understand
ILT 217 INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS LAB 2 Hrs. the preparation necessary to successfully complete
PREREQUISITE: ILT 107. the exam process.
COREQUISITE: ILT 216.
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ILT 239 CERTIFICATION PREPARATION 3 Hrs. speed drives, and troubleshooting. Emphasis is
PREREQUISITE: ILT 112. placed on developing advanced working programs,
This course includes the review necessary before and troubleshooting hardware and software
attempting technician certification examinations communication problems. Upon completion, the
given by various non-government certifying student should be able to demonstrate their ability
organizations and pre-employment tests given in developing programs and troubleshooting the
by employers. Upon completion of this course, system.
the student should understand the preparations
necessary to successfully complete the exam process. ILT 277 ELEMENTS OF INDUSTRIAL
CONTROL II LAB 2 Hrs.
ILT 251 RF COMMUNCATIONS 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: None. COREQUISITE: ILT 276
This course provides a study of the transmission This course includes the advanced principals of
and receiving of analog communication signals that PLC’s including hardware, programming, variable
are used in radio, television, and radio frequency speed drives, and troubleshooting. Emphasis is
(F.F.) communication applications. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced working programs,
placed on circuits that produce, transmit, and and troubleshooting hardware and software
receive RF signals used in radio, television, and RF communication problems. Upon completion, the
communication. Upon completion, the student student should be able to demonstrate their ability
should be able to apply RF communication in developing programs and troubleshooting the
principles in the transmission and receiving of system.
radio, television, and RF communication signals.
ILT 280 SPECIAL TOPICS 3 Hrs.
ILT 252 DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course is designed to allow students an
This course provides a study of the transmission opportunity to study directly-related topics of
and receiving digital communication signals that are particular interest which require the application of
used in radio, television, and digital communication technical knowledge and technical skills. Emphasis
applications. Emphasis is placed on circuits that is placed on the application of skills and knowledge
produce, transmit, and receive digital signals used with practical experiences. Upon completion, the
in radio, television, and digital communication. student should be able to solve job related problems
Upon completion, the student should be able to using technical skills and knowledge.
apply digital communication principles in the
transmission and receiving of radio, television, and ILT 289 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 1 Hrs.
digital communication signals. PREREQUISITE: None.
ILT 262 CERTIFICATION PREPARATION 3 Hrs. This course provides students work experience with
PREREQUISITE: ILT 112. a College-approved employer in an area directly
This course provides an overview of electrical/ related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis
electronics principles to prepare the student for the is placed on integrating classroom experiences
CET exam. Upon completion, the student should with work experience. Upon completion,
be able to pass the CET exam and be classified as a the student should be able to evaluate career
national certified electronic technician. selection, demonstrate employability skills, and
satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.
ILT 271 INDEPENDENT STUDY 2 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. ILT 291 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 3 Hrs.
This course is designed to allow the student to PREREQUISITE: None.
independently study various topics related to This course provides students work experience with
instrumentation technology. Emphasis is placed a College-approved employer in an area directly
on the refinement or advancement of a particular related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis
skill or skills. Upon completion, the student should is placed on integrating classroom experiences
be able to perform specific job related functions with work experience. Upon completion, the
according to standard operating procedures. student should be able to evaluate career selection,
demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily
ILT 276 ELEMENTS OF INDUSTRIAL CONTROL II 3 Hrs. perform work-related competencies.
PREREQUISITE: None.
COREQUISITE: ILT 277. ILT 292 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 3 Hrs.
This course includes the advanced principals of PREREQUISITE: None.
PLC’s including hardware, programming, variable This course provides students work experience with
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a College-approved employer in an area directly Upon completion, the student should be able to
related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis construct and test for proper operation of various
is placed on integrating classroom experiences types of solid state devices.
with work experience. Upon completion,
the student should be able to evaluate career INT 126 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 3 Hrs.
selection, demonstrate employability skills, and PREREQUISITE: None.
satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. This course focuses on the concepts and applications
of preventive maintenance. Topics include the
ILT 293 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 3 Hrs. introduction of alignment equipment, job safety,
PREREQUISITE: None. tool safety, preventive maintenance concepts,
This course provides students work experience with procedures, tasks, and predictive maintenance
a College-approved employer in an area directly concepts. Upon completion, the student should
related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis demonstrate the ability to apply proper preventive
is placed on integrating classroom experiences maintenance and explain predictive maintenance
with work experience. Upon completion, concepts.
the student should be able to evaluate career
selection, demonstrate employability skills, and INT 127 PRINCIPLES OF INDUSTRIAL PUMPS
satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. AND PIPING SYSTEMS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE This course provides instruction in the
TECHNOLOGY (INT) fundamental concepts of industrial pumps and
INT 117 PRINCIPLES OF INDUSTRIAL piping systems. Topics include pump identification,
MECHANICS 3 Hrs. operation, and installation, maintenance and
PREREQUISITE: None. troubleshooting, and piping systems, and their
This course provides instruction in basic physics installation. Upon course completion, the
concepts applicable to mechanics of industrial student should be able to install, maintain, and
production equipment. Topics include the basic troubleshoot industrial pumps and piping systems.
application of mechanical principles with emphasis
on power transmission, specific mechanical INT 151 MACHINE SHOP FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs.
components, alignment, and tension. Upon PREREQUISITE: None.
completion, the student should be able to perform This course focuses on metal cutting machines
basic troubleshooting, repair and maintenance used to make parts and tools. Topics include lathes,
functions on industrial production equipment. mills, drills, and presses. Upon completion, the
INT 118 FUNDAMENTALS OF INDUSTRIAL student should have the ability to use precision
HYDRAULICS AND PNEUMATICS 3 Hrs. measurement instruments and to read mechanical
PREREQUISITE: None. drawings.
This course includes the fundamental concepts
and theories for the safe operation of hydraulic and INT 207 INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATIC CONTROLS 3 Hrs.
pneumatic systems used with industrial production PREREQUISITE: None.
equipment. Topics include the physical concepts, This course focuses on the function of automatic
theories, laws, air flow characteristics, actuators, controllers in different modes: on-off, proportional,
valves, accumulators, symbols, circuitry, filters, reset, derivative, ratio, and cascade. Topics include
servicing safety, and preventive maintenance and operation of pneumatic, electronic, and computer
the application of these concepts to perform work. process control equipment; service of basic process
Upon completion, the student should be able equipment and instrumentation; correct operation
to service and perform preventive maintenance and maintenance of valves and pumps; recognizing
functions on hydraulic and pneumatic systems. patterns from data; developing and interpreting
control charts; determining control limits; and
INT 123 CONCEPTS OF SOLID STATE performing root cause analysis. Upon completion,
ELECTRONICS 5 Hrs. the student should be able to write start-up and shut-
PREREQUISITE: None. down procedures, operate, monitor, and control
This course is an introduction to semiconductor continuous and batch model plants.
fundamentals and applications to the electronic
devices. Course covers the basic operations and INT 221 DC FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs.
applications to include rectifier circuits, transistors, PREREQUISITE: None.
and thyristors. Coverage is given to safety, use, and This course provides a study of atomic theory,
care with hazardous materials and personal as well direct current (DC), properties of conductors and
as material and environmental considerations. insulators, direct current characteristics of series,
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parallel, and series parallel circuits. Inductors and INT 266 INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE
capacitors are introduced and their effects on DC CUTTING/WELDING 2 Hrs.
circuits are examined. Students are prepared to PREREQUISITE: None.
analyze complex DC circuits, solve for unknown This course provides instruction in the fundamentals
circuits variables and to sue basic electronic test of acetylene cutting and the basic SMAW (stick)
equipment. welding. Topics covered are acetylene torch cutting
equipment, safety and use; welding safety, welding
INT 223 AC FUNDAMENTALS 3 Hrs. hand tools, type of welding machines and welding
PREREQUISITE: None. rods, determining types of metal, welding passes,
This course provides a study of the theory of beads, and joints.
alternating current (AC). Students are prepared
to analyze complex AC circuit configurations INT 284 APPLIED PRINCIPLES OF
with resistor, capacitors, and inductors in series PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS 2 Hrs.
and parallel combinations. Upon completion, the PREREQUISITE: None.
student should be able to design AC circuits and This course provides a comprehensive study in
explain the function of alternating circuits such as the theory and application of specific models of
RLC, impedance, phase relationships and power programmable logic controllers. Topics include
factor. hardware configuration, memory and addressing,
detail function of software, instruction types,
INT 234 PRINCIPLES OF INDUSTRIAL system troubleshooting, and simple programming
MAINTENANCE WELDING AND techniques.
METAL CUTTING TECHNIQUES 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None INT 288 ADVANCED PRINCIPLES OF
This course provides instruction in the PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS 2 Hrs.
fundamentals of acetylene cutting and the basics of PREREQUISITE: None.
welding needed for the maintenance and repair of This course provides instruction in the advanced
industrial production equipment. Topics include theory, application, and programming techniques
oxy-fuel safety, choice of cutting equipment, proper of a specific programmable logic controller,
cutting angles, equipment setup, cutting place and including the hardware/software layout, addressing,
pipe, hand tools, types of metal welding machines, communication, and machine interface. In
rod and welding joints, and common welding passes addition, the course covers instruction in timing
and beads. Upon completion, the student should and memory considerations, and their effects on
demonstrate the ability to perform metal welding program and machine performance.
and cutting techniques necessary for repairing and
maintaining industrial equipment. INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES (IDS)
IDS 100 CAREER PLANNING AND PERSONAL
INT 260 MATHEMATICS FOR INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT 3 Hrs.
TECHNICIANS 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: None. placement score.
This course is designed to provide an understanding This course is designed to provide an awareness of
of basic mathematical concepts used in an industrial and preparation for the world of work. It provides
setting. Topics include the arithmetic of whole direction in career planning by evaluating individual
numbers, fractions, and decimals, basic ratio, interest, values, skills, and personality needs to set
proportion, and percent, and application problems career goals and establish strategies to achieve those
in industrial maintenance. goals.
INT 261 BLUEPRINT READING FOR IDS 114 INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINAR: CURRENT
INDUSTRIAL TECHNICIANS 3 Hrs. TOPICS IN HUMAN CONCERNS 1-2 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
This course is designed to provide the student a placement score.
comprehensive understanding of blueprint reading. This course is a seminar/discussion course designed
Topics include identifying types of lines and symbols to provide an opportunity for the student to
used in mechanical drawings; recognition and conduct an in-depth investigation of selected topics.
interpretation of various types of views, tolerance, The particular topic selected will include issues
and dimensions. from two or more disciplines and is determined by
faculty and student interest. Classroom experiences
emphasize and help develop skills in organizing and
presenting information as well as explaining and
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defending ideas and conclusions. An oral seminar cutting tools and coolants. Upon completion, the
presentation is required. IDS 114 may be repeated student should be able to perform basic procedures
for credit. of precision grinding and advanced operations of
measuring, layout, drilling, sawing turning and
IDS 200 COLLEGE SCHOLARS BOWL milling.
WORKSHOP 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent MTT 104 EDM AND METALLURGY 3 Hrs.
placement score. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course offers the student preparation, practice, Students study the theory of operation and safety
and participation in the College Scholars Bowl in operation of various EDM machines. Students
Program and competition. IDS 200 may be repeated learn metal characteristics, metal finishing and the
for credit. heat treatment of metals.
IDS 299 DIRECTED STUDIES IN LEADERSHIP 1-2 Hrs. MTT 105 EDM AND METALLURGY LAB 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent PREREQUISITE: None.
placement score. Students learn to set-up and safely operate an EDM
This course provides training and experience in machine. Students learn to identify safely heat treat
leadership techniques and practice. The student is different metals.
required to serve in leadership positions on campus
or in the community. IDS 299 may be repeated for MTT 107 MACHINING CALCULATIONS I 3 Hrs.
credit. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces basic calculations as they
LIBRARY SCIENCE (LBS) relate to machining occupations. Emphasis is placed
LBS 101 INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY USE II 1 Hr. on basic calculations and their applications in the
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent machine shop. Upon completion, the student
placement score. should be able to perform basic shop calculations.
This course provides instruction in the use of the
library. Emphasis is placed on basic library skills, MTT 108 MACHINE HANDBOOK FUNCTIONS I 3 Hrs.
including use of library catalogs, reference sources, PREREQUISITE: None.
current information sources, and indexes. This course covers the machinists’ handbook.
Emphasis is placed on formulas, tables, usage
LBS 102 INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY USE III 1 Hr. and related information. Upon completion, the
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent student should be able to use the handbook in the
placement score. calculation and set up of machine tools.
This course builds on basic library skills offered
in LBS 101, with particular emphasis on library MTT 109 ORIENTATION TO COMPUTER
resources involved in writing the research paper. ASSISTED MANUFACTURING 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY (MTT) This course is preparation for the more advanced
MTT 100 MACHINING TECHNOLOGY I 6 Hrs. CAM courses. Emphasis is placed on computer
PREREQUISITE: None. parts and accessories, DOS fundamentals, file
This course introduces machining operations as management, graphics programming, and standard
they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics (CAM) machine codes. Upon completion, the
include machine shop safety, measuring tools, student should be able to apply basic computer
lathes, drilling machines, saws, milling machines, functions to machine tool projects.
bench grinders, and layout instruments. Upon
completion, the student should be able to perform MTT 110 INTRODUCTION TO INJECTION
the basic operation of measuring, layout, drilling, MOLDING 3 Hrs.
sawing, turning, and milling. PREREQUISITE: None.
Students learn the fundamentals of injection
MTT 103 MACHINING TECHNOLOGY II 6 Hrs. molding operations, including molding
PREREQUISITE: None. terminology, machine part identification, operating
This course provides additional instruction and safety, machine controls and machine startup and
practice in the use of measuring tools, lathers, shutdown. Students are taught to identify common
milling machines, and grinders. Emphasis is place part defects such as short shots, flash, warp, surface
on setup and operation of machine tools including defects, color changes and shrinkage. Students learn
the selection of work holding devices, speeds, feeds, the properties of commonly used molding materials.
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MTT 121 BASIC BLUEPRINT READING FOR wheel characteristics and selection, and
MACHINISTS 3 Hrs. surface finish requirements and characteristics.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course covers the basic principles of blueprint MTT 154 METALLURGY 3 Hrs.
reading and sketching. Topics include multiview PREREQUISITE: None.
drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and This course covers the production, properties,
dimensions, notes, and thread notations. Upon testing, classification, microstructure, and heat
completion, the student should be able to interpret treating effects of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial Topics include the iron-carbon phase diagram,
sketches. ITT diagram, ANSI code, quenching, senescing,
and other processes concerning metallurgical
MTT 127 METROLOGY 3 Hrs. transformations. Upon completion, the student
PREREQUISITE: None. should be able to understand the iron-carbon phase
This course introduces the use of precision diagram, ITT diagram, microstructure images,
measuring instruments. Emphasis is placed on and other phenomena concerning the behavior of
the inspection of machine parts and use of a wide metals.
variety of measuring instruments. Upon completion
students should be able to demonstrate correct use MTT 181/182/281/282 SPECIAL TOPICS IN
of measuring instruments. MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
MTT 129 LATHE OPERATIONS 6 Hrs. This course is a guided independent study of special
PREREQUISITE: None. projects in machine tool technology. Emphasis is
This course includes more advanced lathe practices placed on the student’s needs. Upon completion,
such as taper turning, threading, boring, and set-up the student should be able to demonstrate skills
procedures. Emphasis is placed on safety procedures developed to meet specific needs.
and the machinist responsibility in the set-up and
operation of lathes. Upon completion, the student MTT 291 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN MACHINE
should be able to apply lathe techniques to produce TOOL TECHNOLOGY 3 Hrs.
tool projects. PREREQUISITE: None.
Students work on a part-time basis in a job directly
MTT 131 INTERMEDIATE BLUEPRINT READING 3 Hrs. related to machine tool technology. The employer
PREREQUISITE: None. and supervising instructor evaluate students’
The purpose of this course is for students to further progress. Upon completion, the student should be
apply knowledge and skills with reading and able to apply skills and knowledge in an employment
interpreting blue prints for machining operations. setting.
Specific topics include: calculating missing
dimensions from drawings, drawing different views MASS COMMUNICATIONS (MCM)
of an object, knowledge of features and types of MCM 100 INTRODUCTION TO MASS
threads and fasteners used in mechanical objects, COMMUNICATION 3 Hrs.
types of surface requirements on blueprints, and PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
interpreting blueprints for casting and weldments. placement score.
This course provides the student with general study
MTT 136 MILLING OPERATIONS 6 Hrs. of mass communication and journalism. This
PREREQUISITE: None course includes theory, development, regulation,
This course provides basic knowledge of milling operation, and effects upon society.
machines. Emphasis is placed on types of
milling machines and their uses, cutting speed, MCM 113-114-115. 213-214-215
feed calculations, and set-up procedures. Upon STUDENT PUBLICATIONS 1-2 Hrs.
completion, the student should be able to apply PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
milling techniques to produce machine tool projects. placement score.
These courses offer practical experience in
MTT 146 PRECISION GRINDING MACHINES I 6 Hrs. journalism skills through working on the staff of
PREREQUISITE: None student publications.
This course is the study of precision grinding
machines and their operations. The course will MCM 120 INTRODUCTION TO JOURNALISM 3 Hrs.
also focus on the different types of grinding PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
machines, different setup procedures, grinding placement score.
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A first writing course in journalism, this course individual need of the student.
features journalistic style, copy reading, story types,
headlines, typography, and page make-up. MTH 090 BASIC MATHEMATICS 2-4 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
MCM 130 NEWS REPORTING 3 Hrs. This is a developmental course reviewing
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent arithmetical principles and computations designed
placement score. to help the student’s mathematical proficiency for
This course includes instruction and practice selected curriculum entrance.
in news gathering and news writing techniques,
including methodology, observation, interviews, MTH 098 ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA 4 Hrs.
and use of sources. PREREQUISITE: MTH 090 or equivalent
placement score.
MCM 200 NEWS PHOTOGRAPHY 3 Hrs. This course is a review of the fundamental
PREREQUISITE: None. arithmetic and algebra operations. The topics
COREQUISITE: ENG 101. include the numbers of ordinary arithmetic and
This course includes practice in camera techniques, their properties; integers and rational numbers; the
film developing, and print making for newspapers solving of equations; polynomials and factoring; and
and other publications. an introduction to systems of equations and graphs.
MCM 230 SURVEY OF ADVERTISING 3 Hrs. MTH 100 INTERMEDIATE COLLEGE ALGEBRA 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: MTH 098 or equivalent
COREQUISITE: ENG 101. placement score, RDG 085 or equivalent
This course includes instruction in the structure placement score.
and functions of the advertising agency and the This course provides a study of algebraic techniques
elements of effective advertisement. such as linear equations and inequalities, quadratic
equations, systems of equations, and operations with
MCM 240 INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC exponents and radicals. Functions and relations are
RELATIONS 3 Hrs. introduced and graphed with special emphasis on
PREREQUISITE: None. linear and quadratic functions. This course does
COREQUISITE: ENG 101. not apply toward the general core requirements for
This course is an introduction to public relations mathematics.
techniques, including the grouping of publics, MTH 110 FINITE MATHEMATICS 3 Hrs.
publication strategies, and preparation of publicity PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH
for various media. 100 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or
equivalent placement score.
MATHEMATICS (MTH or MAH) This course is intended to give an overview of
MAH 101 INTRODUCTORY MATHEMATICS I 3 Hrs. topics in finite mathematics together with their
PREREQUISITE: None. applications, and is taken primarily by the student
This course is a comprehensive review of arithmetic who is not majoring in science, engineering,
with basic algebra designed to meet the needs of commerce, or mathematics (i.e., students who are
certificate and diploma programs. Topics include not required to take Calculus). This course will
business and industry related arithmetic and draw on and significantly enhance the student’s
geometric skills used in measurement, ratio and arithmetic and algebraic skills. The course includes
proportion, exponents and roots, applications of sets, counting, permutations, combinations,
percent, linear equations, formulas, and statistics. basic probability (including Baye’s Theorem), and
Upon completion, the student should be able introduction to statistics (including work with
to solve practical problems in his or her specific Binomial Distributions and Normal Distributions),
occupational areas of study. This is a course designed matrices and their applications to Markov chains
for the student seeking a certificate and does not and decision theory. Additional topics may include
meet the general core requirement for mathematics. symbolic logic, linear models, linear programming,
the simplex method, and applications.
MTH 080 MATHEMATICS LABORATORY 1-2 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. MTH 112 PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA 3 Hrs.
This course is designed to offer supplemental help PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH
to students in mathematics. Students work in a 100 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or
laboratory situation with qualified instructors. equivalent placement score.
This course may be repeated as needed. Emphasis This course emphasizes the algebra of functions-
is on arithmetic and algebra as determined by the including polynomial, rational, exponential, and
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logarithmic functions. The course also covers functions; and the definite integral and its basic
systems of equations and inequalities, quadratic applications to area problems. Applications of
inequalities, and the binomial theorem. Additional the derivative are covered in detail, including
topics may include matrices, Cramer’s Rule, and approximations of error using differentials,
mathematical induction. maximum and minimum problems, and curve
sketching using calculus.
MTH 113 PRECALCULUS TRIGONOMETRY 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH MTH 126 CALCULUS II 4 Hrs.
112 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH
equivalent placement score.. 125 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or
This course includes the study of trigonometric equivalent placement score.
(circular functions) and inverse trigonometric This is the second of three courses in the basic
functions, and includes extensive work with calculus sequence. Topics include vectors in the
trigonometric identities and trigonometric plane and in space, lines and planes in space,
equations. The course also covers vectors, complex applications of integration (such as volume, arc
numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar length, work and average value), techniques of
coordinates. Additional topics may include conic integration, infinite series, polar coordinates, and
sections, sequences, and using matrices to solve parametric equations.
linear systems.
MTH 227 CALCULUS III 4 Hrs.
MTH 116 MATHEMATICAL APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH
PREREQUISITE: A grade of S in MTH 090 126 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or
or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
equivalent placement score. This is the third of three courses in the basic
This course provides practical applications of calculus sequence. Topics include vector
mathematics and includes selected topics from functions, functions of two or more variables,
consumer math and algebra. Some topics included partial derivatives (including applications),
are integers, percent, interest, ratio and proportion, quadric surfaces, multiple integration, and vector
metric system, probability, linear equations, and calculus including Green’s Theorem, Curl and
problem solving. This is a terminal course designed Divergence, surface integrals, and Stokes’ Theorem.
for the student seeking an AAS degree and does not MTH 231 MATH FOR THE ELEMENTARY
meet the general core requirement for mathematics. TEACHER I 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH
MTH 120 CALCULUS AND ITS APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs. 100 or higher level mathematics course, RDG 085
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH or equivalent placement score..
112 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or This course is designed to provide appropriate
equivalent placement score. insights into mathematics for the student majoring
This course is intended to give a broad overview in elementary education and to ensure that students
of calculus and is taken primarily by the student going into elementary education are more than
majoring in Commerce and Business Administration. proficient at performing basic arithmetic operations.
It includes differentiation and integration of Topics include logic, sets and functions, operations
algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions and properties of whole numbers and integers
and applications to business and economics. The including number theory; use of manipulatives
course should include functions of several variables, by teachers to demonstrate abstract concepts; and
partial derivatives (including applications), Lagrange by students while learning these abstract concepts
Multipliers, L’Hopital’s Rule, and multiple as emphasized in the class. Upon completion, the
integration (including applications). student is required to demonstrate proficiency
in each topic studied as well as to learn teaching
MTH 125 CALCULUS I 4 Hrs. techniques that are grade level and subject matter
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH appropriate, and test for mathematical proficiency
113 or equivalent placement score, RDG 085 or and the learning of teaching concepts.
equivalent placement score.
This is the first of three courses in the basic calculus MTH 232 MATH FOR THE ELEMENTARY
sequence taken primarily by students in science, TEACHER II 3 Hrs.
engineering, and mathematics. Topics include PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in MTH
the limit of a function; the derivative of algebraic, 231.
trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic This course is the second of a three-course sequence
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and is designed to provide appropriate insights into MSC 102 MILITARY SCIENCE I: CONTINUATION
mathematics for students majoring in elementary OF COLLEGE SURVIVAL SKILLS 2 Hrs.
education and to ensure that students going into PREREQUISITE: None.
elementary education are more proficient at Instruction on enhanced thinking, test-taking, and
performing basic arithmetic operations. Topics money and relationship skills. Review of MS 101
include numeration skills with fractions, decimals military skills for students who opted for MS 101a.
and percentages, elementary concepts of probability First aid techniques, concepts of military leadership,
and statistics, and analytic geometry concepts and counseling.
associated with linear equations and inequalities.
The use of manipulatives and calculators in the MSC 110 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
teaching and learning process is stressed. Upon PREREQUISITE: None.
completion, the student will test for mathematical Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
proficiency and the learning of teaching concepts. Students must sign health form and have physician
The student also should demonstrate an appropriate approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
teaching technique by preparing a lesson and
teaching it to the class for their final exam grade. MSC 111 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None.
MTH 238 APPLIED DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS I 3 Hrs. Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent Students must sign health form and have physician
placement score. approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
COREQUISITE: MTH 227.
An introduction to numerical methods, qualitative MSC 112 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
behavior of first order differential equations, PREREQUISITE: None.
techniques for solving separable and linear equations Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
analytically, and applications to various models Students must sign health form and have physician
(e.g. populations, motion, chemical mixtures, etc.); approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
techniques for solving higher order linear differential
equations with constant coefficients (general MSC 113 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
theory, undetermined coefficients, reduction of PREREQUISITE: None.
order and the method of variation of parameters), Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
with emphasis on interpreting the behavior of Students must sign health form and have physician
the solutions, and applications to physical models approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
whose governing equations are of higher order; the
Laplace transform as a tool for the solution of initial MSC 114 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
value problems whose inhomogeneous terms are PREREQUISITE: None.
discontinuous. Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
Students must sign health form and have physician
MILITARY SCIENCE (MSC) approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
MSC 101 MILITARY SCIENCE I: COLLEGE
SURVIVAL SKILLS 2 Hrs. MSC 115 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: None.
Instruction on enhancing reading, note taking, Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
time management, writing, and memory skills. Students must sign health form and have physician
Role of the Army and its components, customs and approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
traditions of the military, and the organization of
the Army. MSC 116 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None.
MSC 101a ADVENTURE TRAINING 2 Hrs. Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
PREREQUISITE: None. Students must sign health form and have physician
Action oriented alternative to MS 101. Helps approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
you meet everyday adversity and shows you how
resourcefulness can help you survive an emergency, MSC 117 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr.
ensuring a safe and enriching adventure in the PREREQUISITE: None.
wilderness. Includes First Aid, may reading, Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program.
orienteering, rifle marksmanship, water survival, Students must sign health form and have physician
repelling, and outdoor wilderness training. Fully approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course.
substitutes for MS 101 in ROTC curriculum.
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MSC 118 PHYSICAL TRAINING 1 Hr. CLASS FRETTED INSTRUMENTS I, II, III, IV
PREREQUISITE: None. MUL 170 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
Instruction on Army Physical Fitness Program. MUL 171 PREREQUISITE: MUL 170
Students must sign health form and have physician MUL 270 PREREQUISITE: MUL 171
approval. Equivalent to a college level PE course. MUL 271 PREREQUISITE: MUL 270
MSC 201 GENERAL MILITARY SCIENCE 2 Hrs. MUSIC WORKSHOP I,II, III, IV 1-3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
Classroom study and hands on application in This course is a seminar clinic in advanced
professional and college related skills. Emphasis on rehearsal/performance techniques. Emphasis is
leadership, first aid, oral/written and interpersonal placed on intensive rehearsal techniques required
communication skills. Includes principles and for advanced or specialized performance groups.
techniques considered essential in reading military Upon completion, the student should be able to
maps. effectively participate in performances presented by
this type of ensemble.
MUSIC (MUL) (MUP) (MUS)
MUL SEE LIST CLASS PERFORMANCE MUL 172-73; 272-73 MUSICAL THEATRE
INSTRUCTION 1 Hr. WORKSHOP I,II, III, IV 1-2 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
Group instruction is available in voice, piano, This course includes the study of musical theatre
strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and fretted history, styles, performance, and technical
instruments for the student with little or no previous production. Emphasis is placed on the supervised
training. Emphasis is placed on the rudiments of study, preparation, production, and performances
music, basic performance technique, and general of scenes or complete works of musical theatre.
musicianship skills. Upon completion of one or a Upon completion, the student should be able to
sequence of courses, the student should be able to effectively participate in a public presentation of the
demonstrate a basic proficiency in singing or playing prepared scenes or work in an assigned performance
and a knowledge of music fundamentals. or technical role.
CLASS BRASS I, II, III, IV MUL SEE LIST MUSIC ENSEMBLES 1-2 Hrs.
MUL 141 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
MUL 142 PREREQUISITE: MUL 141 This course provides an opportunity for the student
MUL 241 PREREQUISITE: MUL 142 to participate in a performing ensemble. Emphasis
MUL 242 PREREQUISITE: MUL 241 is placed on rehearsing and performing literature
appropriate to the mission and goals of the group.
CLASS PERCUSSION I, II, III, IV Upon completion, the student should be able to
MUL 151 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. effectively participate in performances presented by
MUL 152 PREREQUISITE: MUL 151 the ensemble.
MUL 251 PREREQUISITE: MUL 152
MUL 252 PREREQUISITE: MUL 251 CHORUS I, II, III, IV
MUL 180 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
CLASS FRETTED INSTRUMENTS I, II, III, IV MUL 181 PREREQUISITE: MUL 180
MUL 161 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. MUL 280 PREREQUISITE: MUL 181
MUL 162 PREREQUISITE: MUL 161 MUL 281 PREREQUISITE: MUL 280
MUL 261 PREREQUISITE: MUL 162
MUL 262 PREREQUISITE: MUL 261
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PRIVATE TROMBONE I, II, III, IV completion, the student should be able to read and
MUP 171 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. understand musical scores and demonstrate basic
MUP 172 PREREQUISITE: MUP 171 sight singing and ear training skills for rhythm,
MUP 271 PREREQUISITE: MUP 172 melody, and harmony.
MUP 272 PREREQUISITE: MUP 271
MUS 111 MUSIC THEORY I 3 Hrs.
PRIVATE EUPHONIUM I, II, III, IV PREREQUISITE: MUS 110 or permission of the
MUP 173 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. instructor.
MUP 174 PREREQUISITE: MUP 173 COREQUISITE: MUS 113, if ear training lab is a
MUP 273 PREREQUISITE: MUP 174 separate course.
MUP 274 PREREQUISITE: MUP 273 This course introduces the student to the diatonic
harmonic practices in the Common Practice
PRIVATE TUBA I, II, III, IV Period. Topics include fundamental musical
MUP 175 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. materials (rhythm, pitch, scales, intervals, diatonic
MUP 176 PREREQUISITE: MUP 175 harmonies) and an introduction to the principles
MUP 275 PREREQUISITE: MUP 176 of voice leading and harmonic progression.
MUP 276 PREREQUISITE: MUP 275 Upon completion, the student should be able to
demonstrate a basic competency using diatonic
PRIVATE PERCUSSION I,II, III, IV harmony through analysis, writing, sight singing,
MUP 181 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. dictation, and keyboard skills.
MUP 182 PREREQUISITE: MUP 181
MUP 281 PREREQUISITE: MUP 182 MUS 112 MUSIC THEORY II 3 Hrs.
MUP 282 PREREQUISITE: MUP 281 PREREQUISITE: MUS 111.
COREQUISITE: MUS 114, if ear training lab is a
MUS 100 CONVOCATION 1 Hr. separate course.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course completes the study of diatonic
This course (required for music majors/minors harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period
each semester) is designed to expose the student and introduces simple musical forms. Topics include
to a variety of repertory styles and to give the principles of voice leading used in three- and four-
student an opportunity to practice individual part triadic harmony and diatonic seventh chords,
performance skills. Emphasis is placed on exposure non-chord tones, cadences, phrases, and periods.
to performances and lectures by guest artists, faculty, Upon completion, the student should be able to
or students, and on personal performance(s) in class demonstrate competence using diatonic harmony
each semester. through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation,
and keyboard skills.
MUS 101 MUSIC APPRECIATION 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent MUS 113 MUSIC THEORY LAB I 1 Hr.
placement score. PREREQUISITE: MUS 110 or permission of the
This course is designed for non-music majors and instructor.
requires no previous musical experience. It is a COREQUISITE: MUS 111, if ear training lab is a
survey course that incorporates several modes of separate course.
instruction including lecture, guided listening, and This course provides the practical application
similar experiences involving music. The course will of basic musical materials through sight singing;
cover a minimum of three (3) stylistic periods, provide melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and
a multi-cultural perspective, and include both vocal keyboard harmony. Topics include intervals, simple
and instrumental genres. Upon completion, the triads, diatonic stepwise melodies, basic rhythmic
student should be able to demonstrate a knowledge patterns in simple and compound meter, and four-
of music fundamentals, the aesthetic/stylistic part triadic progressions in root position. Upon
characteristics of historical periods, and an aural completion, the student should be able to write,
perception of style and structure in music. sing, and play intervals, scales, basic rhythmic
patterns, diatonic stepwise melodies, simple triads,
MUS 110 BASIC MUSICIANSHIP 3 Hrs. and short four-part progressions in root position.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
This course is designed to provide rudimentary MUS 114 MUSIC THEORY LAB II 1 Hr.
music knowledge and skills for the student with a PREREQUISITE: MUS 113.
limited music background. Topics include a study COREQUISITE: MUS 112, if ear training lab is a
of notation, rhythm, scales, keys, intervals, chords, separate course.
and basic sight singing and ear training skills. Upon This course continues the practical application of
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diatonic musical materials through sight singing; of church music administration through written
melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and documentation.
keyboard harmony. Topics include intervals, scales,
diatonic melodies with triadic arpeggiations, more MUS 211 MUSIC THEORY III 3 Hrs.
complex rhythmic patterns in simple and compound PREREQUISITE: MUS 112.
meter, and four-part diatonic progressions in all COREQUISITE: MUS 213, if ear training lab is a
inversions. Upon completion, the student should separate course.
be able to write, sing, and play all intervals, This course introduces the student to the chromatic
rhythmic patterns employing syncopations and beat harmonic practices in the Common Practice Period.
divisions, diatonic melodies, and four-part diatonic Topics include secondary functions, modulatory
progressions. techniques, and binary and ternary forms.
Upon completion, the student should be able to
MUS 115 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC 3 Hrs. demonstrate competence using chromatic harmony
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent through analysis, writing, sight singing, dictation,
placement score. and keyboard skills.
This course is designed to teach the basic
fundamentals of music and develop usable MUS 212 MUSIC THEORY IV 3 Hrs.
musical skills for the classroom teacher. Topics PREREQUISITE: MUS 211.
include rhythmic notation, simple and compound COREQUISITE: MUS 214, if ear training lab is a
meters, pitch notation, correct singing techniques, separate course.
phrases, keyboard awareness, key signatures, scales, This course completes the study of chromatic
intervals, and harmony using I, IV, and V with a harmonic practices in the Common Practice
choral instrument. Upon completion, the student Period and introduces the student to twentieth-
should be able to sing a song, harmonize a simple century practices. Topics include the Neapolitan
tune, demonstrate rhythmic patterns, and identify and augmented sixth chords, sonata form, late
musical concepts through written documentation. nineteenth-century tonal harmony, and twentieth-
century practices and forms. Upon completion, the
MUS 116 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN MUSIC 2 Hrs. student should be able to demonstrate competence
PREREQUISITE: MUS 111 or equivalent. using chromatic harmony and basic twentieth-
This course introduces the history and use of century techniques through analysis, writing, sight
computer applications in music. Topics include singing, dictation, and keyboard skills.
an introduction to computer skills, MIDI and the
application of notation, and sequencing software MUS 213 MUSIC THEORY LAB III 1 Hr.
programs (i.e. Finale, Performer). Upon completion, PREREQUISITE: MUS 114.
the student should be able to demonstrate basic COREQUISITE: MUS 211, if ear training lab is a
competency in the use of computers in music. separate course.
This course provides the practical application of
MUS 161 DICTION FOR SINGERS 2-3 Hrs. chromatic musical materials through sight singing;
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and
This course introduces the basic rules of diction in keyboard harmony. Topics include melodies with
Italian, French, and German for singers. Emphasis simple modulations, complex rhythms in simple
is placed on the use of the International Phonetic and compound meter, and secondary function
Alphabet. Upon completion, the student should chords. Upon completion, the student should be
be able to sing art songs in Italian, French, and able to write, sing, and play modulating melodies,
German with correct diction. rhythmic patterns with beat subdivisions, and four-
part chromatic harmony.
MUS 170 INTRODUCTION TO CHURCH MUSIC 2-3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent MUS 214 MUSIC THEORY LAB IV 1 Hr.
placement score. PREREQUISITE: MUS 213.
This course provides an overview of church music as COREQUISITE: MUS 212, if ear training lab is a
a career choice, and includes the organization and separate course.
operation of a graded church choir program. Topics This course provides the practical application of
include an introduction to conducting, rehearsal chromatic musical materials and simple twentieth-
techniques, administrative skills, and may include century practices through sight singing; melodic,
a supervised practicum field experience. Upon harmonic, and rhythmic dictation; and keyboard
completion, the student should be able to select, harmony. Topics include chromatic and atonal
prepare, teach, and conduct a simple anthem for a melodies; complex rhythmic patterns in simple,
graded church choir and demonstrate a knowledge compound, and asymmetric meters; chromatic
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chords, and twentieth-century harmony. Upon voices, rehearsal techniques, selecting literature,
completion, the student should be able to write, sing, vestments, and organizing a graded choir program.
and play chromatic and atonal melodies, complex Upon completion, the student should be able
rhythms and meters, four-part chromatic harmony, to demonstrate how to plan, coordinate, and
and simple twentieth-century chord structures. administer a graded choir program in a church.
MUS 215 COMPOSITION I 1-2 Hrs. MUS 279 CHURCH MUSIC PRACTICUM 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: MUS 112 or permission of the PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
instructor. This course is designed to provide supervised
This course introduces the basic techniques and experience in the various areas of church music
applications of musical composition. Emphasis is through directed study, practice, observation, and
placed on creativity and original thought processes other supervised experiences. Emphasis is placed
in music. Upon completion, the student should on designing, implementing, and documenting
be able to create an original musical composition. a Practicum project related to a particular area
of church music. Upon completion, the student
MUS 251 INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING 3 Hrs. should be able to produce documentation that
PREREQUISITE: MUS 110 or permission of the demonstrates the scope of the project.
instructor.
This course introduces the fundamentals of NURSING ASSISTANT (NAS)
conducting choral and/or instrumental ensembles. NAS 100 LONG TERM CARE NURSING
Topics include a study of simple and compound ASSISTANT 4 Hrs.
meters, score reading, and techniques for PREREQUISITE: None.
conducting effective rehearsals. Upon completion, This course fulfills the seventy-five (75) hour
the student should be able to prepare and conduct Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
a choral and/or instrumental score in a rehearsal or requirements for training of long-term care nursing
performance setting. assistants in preparation for certification through
competency evaluation. Emphasis is placed on the
MUS 270 ORGANIZATION OF THE CHURCH development of the knowledge, attitudes, and skills
MUSIC PROGRAM 2 Hrs. required of the long-term care nursing assistant.
PREREQUISITE: None. Upon completion, the student should demonstrate
This course is designed to explore administrative satisfactory performance on written examinations
models of a comprehensive church music program. and clinical skills. (Clinical laboratory required)
Topics include leadership, administrative structure,
music personnel, facilities, equipment, vestments, NAS 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF LONG
music library, budgeting, planning, vocal and TERM CARE 5 Hrs.
instrumental ensembles, and scheduling for a music PREREQUISITE: None.
program. Upon completion, the student should be COREQUISITE: NAS 112 and NAS 115.
able to demonstrate how to plan, coordinate, and This course provides the student with necessary
administer a comprehensive church music program. theory and laboratory experiences for the
development of skills required of the long term care
MUS 271 CHURCH MUSIC LITERATURE 2 Hrs. nursing assistant. Emphasis is placed on infection
PREREQUISITE: MUS 170. control, safety, body mechanics, communications,
This course provides an historic survey of traditional observation, and personal and restorative care.
church music from the 17th century to the present Upon completion, the student should be able to
and introduces contemporary Christian styles. apply theoretical concepts to care of the resident/
Topics include criteria for choosing appropriate client and perform skills in accordance with the
music for graded church choirs at easy, medium, Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) 1987
and advanced levels of difficulty, and a survey guidelines. (Laboratory required)
of publishing resources, and cataloging systems.
Upon completion, the student should be able to NAS 112 FUNDAMENTALS OF LONG TERM
demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of CARE CLINICAL 2 Hrs.
church music literature. PREREQUISITE: None.
COREQUISITE: NAS 111 and NAS 115.
MUS 272 THE CHILDREN’S CHOIR 2 Hrs. This course is designed to assist the student to
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor. develop the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed
This course is designed to provide techniques to perform basic nursing care safely and efficiently
for working with the child’s voice in a choral in a supervised long term care clinical setting.
setting. Topics include working with children’s Emphasis is placed on the application of knowledge,
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attitudes, and skills appropriate for the long term of the normal structure and function of the human
care nursing assistant. Upon completion, the body. Major content focuses on the interrelations
student should demonstrate beginning competence among the organ systems and the relationship of each
in the delivery of care to the client in a long term organ system to homeostasis. Medical terminology
care facility. (Clinical required) is integrated throughout course content. Upon
completion of this course, the student should
NAS 113 FUNDAMENTALS OF HOME be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of body
HEALTH CARE 5 Hrs. systems, their interrelationships and associated
PREREQUISITE: None. medical terminology.
COREQUISITE: NAS 114.
This course provides the student with the NUR 102 FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 6 Hrs.
necessary theory and laboratory experiences for the PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into Practical
development of skills required to qualify as a Home Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing Program
Health Aide. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition COREQUISITE: NUR 101 (if elected for PN
of skills in communication, observation, mobility, Track), NUR 103, NUR 104, BIO 201 (Required
personal care, and infection control necessary to for AD Track; if elected PN Track), and MTH 116
care for the home-bound client of all ages. Upon or higher.
completion, the student should be able to apply This course provides opportunities to develop
concepts and skills in areas required by the Omnibus competencies necessary to meet the needs of
Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) and the individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal,
National Association of Home Care. (Laboratory and ethical manner using the nursing process.
required) Students learn concepts and theories basic to the
art and science of nursing. The role of the nurse
NAS 114 HOME HEALTH AID CLINICAL 2 Hrs. as a member of the healthcare team is emphasized.
PREREQUISITE: None. Students are introduced to the concepts of client
COREQUISITE: NAS 113. needs, safety, communication, teaching/learning,
This course is designed to assist the student to critical thinking, ethical-legal, cultural diversity,
develop knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed to nursing history, and the program’s philosophy
perform basic nursing care safely and efficiently of nursing. Additionally, this course introduces
in a supervised home health care clinical setting. psychomotor nursing skills needed to assist
Emphasis is placed on application of knowledge, individuals in meeting basic human needs. Skills
attitudes, and skills needed appropriate for the necessary for maintaining microbial, physical, and
home health care aide. (Clinical is required) Upon psychological safety are introduced along with
completion, the student should demonstrate skills needed in therapeutic interventions. At
beginning competence in care of the client in the the conclusion of this course, the student should
home care setting. demonstrate competency in performing basic
nursing skills for individuals with common health
NAS 115 CPR AND BASIC FIRST AID 2 Hrs. alterations.
PREREQUISITE: None.
COREQUISITE: NAS 111 and NAS 112. NUR 103 HEALTH ASSESSMENT 1 Hr.
This course is designed to help the student PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into Practical
feel more confident and act appropriately in Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing Program
an emergency situation. Emphasis is placed on COREQUISITE: NUR 101 (if elected for PN
providing the student with theoretical concepts to Track), NUR 102, NUR 104, BIO 201 (Required
develop skills in basic first aid and cardiopulmonary for AD Track; if elected PN Track), and MTH 116
resuscitation. Upon completion, which includes or higher.
specific competencies in basic life support, the This course is designed to provide students the
student will receive appropriate course completion opportunity to learn and practice history taking
documentation. and physical examination skills with individuals of
all ages, with emphasis on the adult. The focus is on
NURSING (NUR) symptom analysis along with physical, psychosocial,
NUR 101 BODY STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION 4 Hrs. and growth and development assessments. The
PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into Practical students should be able to utilize critical thinking
Nursing Program skills in identifying health alterations, formulating
COREQUISITE: NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR 104, nursing diagnoses and documenting finding
BIO 201 (Required AD Track; if elected for PN appropriate to nursing.
Track), MTH 116 or higher.
This course provides students with basic knowledge
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NUR 104 INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY 1 Hr. and pediatric clients in a variety of settings.
PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into Practical
Nursing or Associate Degree Nursing Program NUR 107 ADULT/CHILD NURSING 8 Hrs.
COREQUISITE: NUR 101 (if elected for PN PREREQUISITE: NUR 101 or BIO 201 and BIO
Track), NUR 102, NUR 103, BIO 201 (Required 202, NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR 104,NUR 105,
for AD Track; if elected PN Track), and MTH 116 NUR 106, MTH 116 or higher, and ENG 101.
or higher. COREQUISITE: NUR 108 and NUR 109.
This course provides opportunities to develop This course provides students with opportunities to
competencies necessary to meet the needs of develop competencies necessary to meet the needs
individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, of individuals throughout the life span in a safe,
and ethical manner using the nursing process. legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process
This course introduces students to basic principles in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed on
of pharmacology and the knowledge necessary providing care to individuals experiencing complex
to safely administer medication. Course content alterations in: sensory/perceptual reproductive,
includes legal implications, pharmacokinetics, endocrine, genitourinary, neurological, immune,
pharmacodynamics, calculations of drug dosages, cardiovascular, and lower gastrointestinal systems.
medication administration, and an overview of Additional instruction is provided for care for
drug classifications. The students should be able to clients experiencing burns, cancer, and emergent
calculate and administer medications. conditions. Nutrition, pharmacology, therapeutic
communication, community, cultural diversity,
NUR 105 ADULT NURSING 8 Hrs. health promotion, error prevention, critical
PREREQUISITE: NUR 101 or BIO 201, NUR thinking, impacts on maternal and child clients are
102, NUR 103, NUR 104, and MTH 116 or integrated throughout the course.
higher.
COREQUISITE: ENG 101, BIO 202, (Required NUR 108 PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING 3 Hrs.
for AD Track; if elected PN Track), and NUR 106. PREREQUISITE: NUR 101 or BIO 201 and BIO
This course provides opportunities to develop 202, NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR 104,NUR 105,
competencies necessary to meet the needs of NUR 106, MTH 116 or higher, and ENG 101
individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, COREQUISITE: NUR 107 and NUR 109
and ethical manner using the nursing process. This course is designed to provide an overview of
Emphasis is placed on providing care to individuals psychosocial adaptation and coping concepts used
undergoing surgery, fluid and electrolyte when caring for clients with acute and chronic
imbalance, and common alterations in respiratory, alterations in mental health in a variety of settings.
musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, Topics include therapeutic communication skills,
endocrine, and integumentary systems. Nutrition, normal and abnormal behaviors, treatment
pharmacology, communication, cultural, and modalities, and developmental needs. Upon
community concepts are integrated. completion of this course, the student should
demonstrate the ability to assist clients in
NUR 106 MATERNAL AND CHILD NURSING 5 Hrs. maintaining psychosocial integrity through the use
PREREQUISITE: NUR 101 or BIO 201, NUR of the nursing process.
102, NUR 103, NUR 104, and MTH 116 or
higher. NUR 109 ROLE TRANSITION FOR THE
COREQUISITE: ENG 101, BIO 202, (Required PRACTICAL NURSE 3 Hrs.
for AD Track; if elected PN Track), and NUR 105. PREREQUISITE: NUR 101 or BIO 201 and BIO
This course focuses on the role of the nurse in 202, NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR 104,NUR 105,
meeting the physiological, psychosocial, cultural NUR 106, MTH 116 or higher, and ENG 101.
and developmental needs of the maternal and COREQUISITE: NUR 107 and NUR 108.
child client. Course content includes antepartal, This course provides students with opportunities
intrapartal, and postpartal care, complications to gain knowledge and skills necessary to transition
of pregnancy, newborn care, human growth and from student to practicing nurse. Content includes
development, pediatric care, and selected pediatric a discussion of current issues in health care, practical
alterations. Nutrition, pharmacology, cultural nursing leadership and management, professional
diversity, use of technology, communication, practice issues, and transition into the workplace.
anatomy and physiology review, medical Emphasis is placed on NCLEX-PN test-taking skills,
terminology, critical thinking, and application of computer-assisted simulations and practice tests,
the nursing process are integrated throughout this development of a prescriptive plan for remediation,
course. Upon completion of this course, the student and review of selective content, specific to the
should be able to provide and manage for maternal practice of practical nursing.
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NUR 200 NURSING CAREER MOBILITY Additional instruction is provided for psychiatric
ASSESSMENT 6 Hrs. disorders, and high-risk obstetrics. Teaching/
PREREQUISITE: MTH 116 or higher, BIO 201, learning concepts, advanced dosage calculations,
BIO 202, and ENG 101 and acceptance to the nutrition, pharmacology, communication, cultural,
Nursing Program. and community concepts are integrated.
This course is designed to provide LPN mobility
students self-directed opportunities to prepare for NUR 203 NURSING THROUGH THE
placement into the third semester of the ADN LIFESPAN III 6 Hrs.
program. Emphasis is on assessment and validation PREREQUISITE Two-Year Track: BIO 201, BIO
of selected theory, process, and skills covered in 202, BIO 220, NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR
NUR 102, 103, 104, 105, and 106. Upon successful 104,NUR 105, NUR 106, MTH 116 or higher,
completion of assessments, students are eligible for ENG 101, SPH 106 or higher, PSY 200, and PSY
entry into NUR 201. The students who successfully 210.
completes this course is awarded 15 non-traditional PREREQUISITE Mobility Track: MTH 116 or
hours at the completion of the LPN mobility higher, BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 220, ENG 101,
curriculum. NUR 200, SPH 106 or higher, PSY 200, and PSY
210.
NUR 201 NURSING THROUGH THE COREQUISITE: NUR 204.
LIFESPAN I 5 Hrs. This course builds upon previous instruction
PREREQUISITE Two-Year Track: BIO 201, BIO and provides additional opportunities to develop
202, NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR 104,NUR 105, competencies necessary to meet the needs of
NUR 106, MTH 116 or higher, and ENG 101. individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal,
PREREQUISITE Mobility Track: MTH 116 or and ethical manner using the nursing process.
higher, BIO 201, BIO 202, ENG 101, and NUR Students manage and provide collaborative care to
200 COREQUISITE: PSY 200 and BIO 220. clients who are experiencing selected alterations in
This course provides opportunities to develop cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological systems
competencies necessary to meet the needs of in a variety of settings. Additional instruction is
individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, provided care for selected mental health disorders,
and ethical manner using the nursing process. selected emergencies, multiple organ dysfunction
Students manage and provide collaborative care syndrome and related disorders. Teaching/learning
to clients who are experiencing selected alterations concepts, advanced dosage calculations, nutrition,
in gastrointestinal, reproductive, sensory, and pharmacology, communication, cultural, and
endocrine systems in a variety of settings. Additional community concepts are integrated.
instruction is provided for oncology, mental
health, teaching/learning concepts, and advanced NUR 204 ROLE TRANSITION FOR THE REGISTERED
dosage calculations. Nutrition, pharmacology, NURSE 4 Hrs.
communication, cultural, and community concepts PREREQUISITE Two-Year Track: BIO 201, BIO
are integrated. 202, BIO 220, NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR
104,NUR 105, NUR 106, MTH 116 or higher,
NUR 202 NURSING THROUGH THE ENG 101, SPH 106 or higher, PSY 200, and PSY
LIFESPAN II 6 Hrs. 210.
PREREQUISITE Two-Year Track: BIO 201, BIO PREREQUISITE Mobility Track: MTH 116 or
202, BIO 220, NUR 102, NUR 103, NUR higher, BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 220, ENG 101,
104,NUR 105, NUR 106, MTH 116 or higher, NUR 200, SPH 106 or higher, PSY 200, and PSY
ENG 101, and PSY 200. 210.
PREREQUISITE Mobility Track: MTH 116 or COREQUISITE: NUR 203.
higher, BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 220, ENG 101, This course provides students with opportunities
NUR 200, and PSY 200. to gain knowledge and skills necessary to transition
COREQUISITE: SPH 106 or higher and PSY 210. from student to registered nurse. Content includes
This course builds upon previous instruction current issues in health care, nursing leadership
and provides additional opportunities to develop and management, professional practice issues for
competencies necessary to meet the needs of registered nurses, and transition into the workplace,
individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, Additional instruction is provided for preparing for
and ethical manner using the nursing process. the NCLEX-RN. Precepto experience is required.
Students manage and provide collaborative care
to clients who are experiencing selected alterations
in cardiovascular, hematologic, immune, and
genitourinary systems in a variety of settings.
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and related documents. Upon completion, the OAD 212 INTERMEDIATE MEDICAL
student should be able to demonstrate the ability TRANSCRIPTION 3 Hrs.
to prepare and manage financial records and PREREQUISITE: OAD 200.
information, both manually and electronically. This course is designed to develop skill in the
transcription of documents generated in the medical
OAD 137 ELECTRONIC FINANCIAL RECORD office through classroom instruction and outside
KEEPING 3 Hrs. lab. Emphasis is on transcribing medical records
PREREQUISITE: OAD 243 or CIS 286; MAH and operating a transcribing machine efficiently.
101, MTH 116, MTH 098, or equivalent Topics for reports include pathology, cardiology, and
placement score. radiology. Upon completion, the student should be
This course is designed to provide the student with able to accurately transcribe medical documents
skill in using the microcomputer to enter financial from dictated recordings.
data through classroom instruction and outside lab.
Emphasis is on the use of appropriate software in OAD 213 ADVANCED MEDICAL
the preparation of journals, financial statements, TRANSCRIPTION 3 Hrs.
and selected payroll records. Upon completion, the PREREQUISITE: OAD 212.
student should be able to demonstrate the ability This course is designed to develop marketable
to use a microcomputer system to record financial skills in transcribing dictated material through
data. classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis
is on transcribing medical records and operating
OAD 138 RECORDS AND INFORMATION a transcribing machine efficiently. Topics include
MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs. radiology, gastrointestinal, and orthopedics.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent Upon completion, the student should be able to
placement score. demonstrate proficiency in the preparation of a
This course is designed to give the student variety of reports and forms used in the medical
knowledge about managing office records and environment.
information. Emphasis is on basic filing procedures, OAD 214 MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES 3 Hrs.
methods, systems, supplies, equipment, and modern PREREQUISITE: OAD 125/CIS 196A OR OAD
technology used in the creation, protection, and 231/CIS 196C.
disposition of records stored in a variety of forms. This course is designed to provide an awareness of
Upon completion, the student should be able to the responsibilities and opportunities of professional
perform basic filing procedures, both manually and support personnel in a medical environment through
electronically. classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is
on medical terms, the production of appropriate
OAD 200 BEGINNING MEDICAL forms and reports, and the importance of office
TRANSCRIPTION 3 Hrs. procedures and practices. Upon completion, the
PREREQUISITE: OAD 103, BIO 120, and BIO student should be able to perform support tasks
150. required for employment in a medical environment.
This course is designed to orient students to
operating a transcribing machine efficiently and OAD 218 OFFICE PROCEDURES 3 Hrs.
on transcribing documents through classroom PREREQUISITE: OAD 125/CIS 196A OR OAD
instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is placed on 231/ CIS 196C.
transcribing documents and operating a transcribing This course is designed to develop an awareness
machine efficiently. Upon completion, the student of the responsibilities and opportunities of the
should be able to accurately transcribe documents office professional through classroom instruction
from dictated recordings. and outside lab. Emphasis is on current operating
functions, practices and procedures, work habits,
OAD 202 LEGAL TRANSCRIPTION 3 Hrs. attitudes, oral and written communications, and
PREREQUISITE: OAD 103 and PRL 101. professionalism. Upon completion, the student
This course is designed to familiarize the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to
with legal terms and provide transcription effectively function in an office support role.
skill development in the production of legal
correspondence, forms, and court documents OAD 230 ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING 3 Hrs.
through classroom instruction and outside lab. PREREQUISITE: OAD 101.
Emphasis is on transcribing legal documents This course is designed to introduce the student to
from dictated recordings. Upon completion, the the elements and techniques of page design, layout,
student should be able to demonstrate the ability to and typography through classroom instruction
accurately transcribe legal documents. and outside lab. Emphasis is on the use of current
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commercial desktop publishing software, graphic OAD 233 TRENDS IN OFFICE TECHNOLOGY 3 Hrs.
tools, and electronic input/output devices to PREREQUISITE: As required by College, RDG
design and print professional publications such 085 or equivalent placement score.
as newsletters, brochures, catalogs, forms, and This course is designed to address current trends
flyers. Upon completion, the student should be in office technology through classroom instruction
able to utilize proper layout and design concepts and outside lab. Emphasis is on technology relevant
in the production of attractive desktop published to the office environment such as electronic mail,
documents. multimedia interaction, presentation hardware and
software, and Internet use. Upon completion, the
OAD 231 OFFICE APPLICATIONS 3 Hrs. student should be able to demonstrate an awareness
PREREQUISITE: OAD 101. of current technological applications for the modern
This course is designed to provide the student with office.
a foundation in the use of computerized equipment
and application software as tools in the performance OAD 242 OFFICE INTERNSHIP 3 Hrs.
of a variety of office tasks through classroom PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor, RDG
instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the 085 or equivalent placement score.
role of the office professional in the selection and This course is designed to provide the student with
application of appropriate technology to the specific an opportunity to work in an office environment.
task or combination of tasks. Upon completion, Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance
the student should be able to demonstrate of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be
proficiency in the selection of appropriate able to demonstrate successful performance of skills
computerized tools to complete designated tasks. required in an office support position.
PRL 282 LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND body systems, nutrition, and weight control.
PROCEDURES 3 Hrs. Upon completion, the student should be able to
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent implement and evaluate an individualized physical
placement score. fitness program. (Lecture will be provided with this
This course focuses on the management, activity.)
organization and policies and procedures of a law
office. PED 103 WEIGHT TRAINING (BEGINNING) 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None.
PRL 291 INTERNSHIP IN PARALEGALISM 3 Hrs. This course introduces the basics of weight training.
PREREQUISITE: PRL 101 and PRL 102. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength,
This course provides students opportunities to work muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon
in paid or unpaid positions in which they apply completion, the student should be able to establish
paralegal skills and knowledge. This course requires and implement a personal weight training program.
a minimum of 100 hours of practical experience in (Lecture will be provided with this activity.)
the legal fields.
PED 104 WEIGHT TRAINING (INTERMEDIATE) 1 Hr.
PHILOSOPHY (PHL) PREREQUISITE: None.
PHL 106 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY 3 Hrs. This course covers advanced levels of weight
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent training. Emphasis is placed on meeting individual
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent training goals and addressing weight training
placement score. needs and interests. Upon completion, the student
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts should be able to establish and implement an
of philosophy. The literary and conceptual individualized advanced weight training program.
approach of the course is balanced with emphasis (Lecture will be provided with this activity.)
on approaches to ethical decision making. The
student should have an understanding of major PED 105 PERSONAL FITNESS 1 Hr.
philosophical ideas in an historical survey from the PREREQUISITE: None.
early Greeks to the modern era. This course is designed to provide the student
with information allowing him/her to participate
PHL 206 ETHICS AND SOCIETY 3 Hrs. in a personally developed fitness program.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent Topics include cardiovascular, strength, muscular
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
placement score.
This course involves the study of ethical issues which PED 106 AEROBICS 1 Hr.
confront individuals in the course of their daily PREREQUISITE: None.
lives. The focus is on the fundamental questions This course introduces a program of cardiovascular
of right and wrong, of human rights, and of fitness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise.
conflicting obligations. The student should be able Emphasis is placed on developing cardiovascular
to understand and be prepared to make decisions in efficiency, strength, and flexibility, and on safety
life regarding ethical issues. precautions. Upon completion, the student should
be able to select and implement a rhythmic aerobic
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PED) exercise program. (Lecture will be provided with this
PED 101 SLIMNASTICS (BEGINNING) 1 Hr. activity.)
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course provides an individualized approach PED 107 AEROBICS DANCE (BEGINNING) 1 Hr.
to physical fitness, wellness, and other health- PREREQUISITE: None
related factors. Emphasis is placed on the scientific This course introduces the fundamentals of step
basis for setting up and engaging in personalized and dance aerobics. Emphasis is placed on basic
physical fitness programs. Upon completion, the stepping up, basic choreographed dance patterns,
student should be able to set up and implement an and cardiovascular fitness; and upper body, floor,
individualized physical fitness program. (Lecture and abdominal exercises. Upon completion, the
will be provided with this activity.) student should be able to participate in basic dance
aerobics. (Lecture will be provided with this activity.)
PED 102 SLIMNASTICS (INTERMEDIATE) 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None. PED 108 AEROBICS DANCE (INTERMEDIATE) 1 Hr.
This course is an intermediate-level slimnastics PREREQUISITE: None.
class. Topics include specific exercises contributing This course provides a continuation of step aerobics.
to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing Emphasis is placed on a wide variety of choreographed
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step and dance patterns; cardiovascular fitness; and course management. Upon completion, the student
upper body, abdominal, and floor exercises. Upon should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and
completion, the student should be able to participate ability to play a recreational round of golf.
in and design an aerobics routine. (Lecture will be
provided with this activity.) PED 128 RACQUETBALL 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None.
PED 109 JOGGING 1 Hr. This course introduces the fundamentals
PREREQUISITE: None. of racquetball. Emphasis is placed on rules,
This course covers the basic concepts involved fundamentals, and strategies of beginning
in safely and effectively improving cardiovascular racquetball. Upon completion, the student should
fitness. Emphasis is placed on walking, jogging, be able to play recreational racquetball.
or running as a means of achieving fitness.
Upon completion, the student should be able to PED 130 HANDBALL 1 Hr.
understand and appreciate the benefits derived PREREQUISITE: None.
from these activities. This course introduces the fundamentals of handball.
Emphasis is placed on rules, fundamentals, and
PED 118 GENERAL CONDITIONING strategies of beginning handball. Upon completion,
(BEGINNING) 1 Hr. the student should be able to play recreational
PREREQUISITE: None. handball.
This course provides an individualized approach
to general conditioning utilizing the five major PED 131 BADMINTON (BEGINNING) 1 Hr.
components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific PREREQUISITE: None.
basis for setting up and engaging in personalized This course covers the fundamentals of badminton.
physical fitness and conditioning programs. Upon Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, clears,
completion, the student should be able to set up and drops, drives, smashes, and the rules and strategies
implement an individualized physical fitness and of singles and doubles. Upon completion, the
conditioning program. (Lecture will be provided student should be able to apply these skills in
with this activity.) playing situations.
PED 151 JUDO (BEGINNING) 1 Hr. techniques. Topics include advanced foil techniques
PREREQUISITE: None. and elementary sabre techniques. Upon completion,
This course introduces the basic discipline of the student should be able to participate in
judo. Topics include proper breathing, relaxation competitive fencing.
techniques, and correct body positions. Upon
completion, the student should be able to PED 159 KICKBOXING 1 Hr.
demonstrate the procedures of judo. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course develops cardiovascular muscular
PED 152 JUDO (INTERMEDIATE) 1 Hr. endurance and flexibility through the skill and
PREREQUISITE: PED 151. techniques of kickboxing. The student will learn
This course introduces more detailed aspects of basic conditioning skills and fundamentals of
the discipline of judo. Topics include breathing kickboxing that will enhance his or her total fitness
and physical postures, relaxation, and mental ability.
concentration. Upon completion, the student
should be able to demonstrate advanced procedures PED 160 SOCIAL DANCE 1 Hr.
of judo. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces the fundamentals of popular
PED 153 KARATE (BEGINNING) 1 Hr. social dances. Emphasis is placed on basic social
PREREQUISITE: None. dance techniques, dances, and a brief history of
This course introduces the martial arts using the social dance. Upon completion, the student should
Japanese Shotokan form. Topics include proper be able to demonstrate specific dance skills and
conditioning exercise, book control, proper perform some dances.
terminology, historical foundations, and etiquette
relating to karate. Upon completion, the student PED 163 SQUARE DANCING (BEGINNING) 1 Hr.
should be able to perform line drill techniques and PREREQUISITE: None.
Kata for various ranks. This course introduces the terminology and skills
necessary to perform square dancing. Topics include
PED 154 KARATE (INTERMEDIATE) 1 Hr. working from squared sets-squared circles to squared
PREREQUISITE: PED 153. throughs, right and left throughs, and Dixie Chains.
This course is a continuation of beginning Karate. Upon completion, the student should be able to
Topics include proper conditioning exercise, book perform square dance routines and recognize the
control, proper terminology, historical foundations, calls made for all formations.
and etiquette relating to karate. Upon completion,
the student should be able to perform line drill PED 164 SQUARE DANCING (INTERMEDIATE) 1 Hr.
techniques and Kata for various ranks. PREREQUISITE: PED 163 or permission of
instructor.
PED 155 SELF DEFENSE 1 Hr. This course includes additional variations and forms
PREREQUISITE: None. of square dancing. Topics include such routines as
This course is designed to aid students in turns, grand swing, triple trades, wheel and deal,
developing rudimentary skills in self-defense. T-cup chain, and arky change. Upon completion, the
Emphasis is placed on stances, blocks, punches, and student should be able to demonstrate and perform
kicks as well as nonphysical means of self-defense. country and western square dance routines.
Upon completion, the student should be able to
demonstrate basic self-defense techniques of a PED 166 MODERN DANCE 1 Hr.
physical and non-physical nature. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course introduces the fundamentals of modern
PED 157 FENCING (BEGINNING) 1 Hr. dance. Emphasis is placed on basic modern dance
PREREQUISITE: None. techniques, dances, and a brief history of modern
This course introduces the fundamentals of dance. Upon completion, the student should
fencing. Emphasis is placed on grip, stance, and be able to demonstrate specific dance skills and
establishment of good techniques for attacks and perform some dances.
parries. Upon completion, the student should be
able to perform elementary foil techniques and PED 171 BASKETBALL (BEGINNING) 1 Hr.
demonstrate the basic skills of fencing. PREREQUISITE: None.
This course covers the fundamentals of basketball.
PED 158 FENCING (INTERMEDIATE) 1 Hr. Emphasis is placed on skill development,
PREREQUISITE: PED 157. knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy.
This course covers more advanced fencing Upon completion, the student should be able to
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PED 245 CYCLING 1 Hr. and developing more advanced strategies and
PREREQUISITE: None. techniques. Upon completion, the student should
This course is designed to promote physical fitness be able to participate in competitive volleyball.
through cycling. Emphasis is placed on selection and
maintenance of the bicycle, gear shifting, pedaling PED 260 VARSITY SOCCER 1 Hrs.
techniques, safety procedures, and conditioning PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor.
exercises necessary for cycling. Upon completion, This course covers advanced fundamentals of
the student should be able to demonstrate safe soccer. Emphasis is placed on skill development,
handling of a bicycle for recreational use. knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy.
Upon completion, students should be able to
PED 251 VARSITY BASKETBALL 1 Hr. participate in competitive soccer.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor.
This course covers advanced fundamentals of PED 295 PRACTICUM IN PHYSICAL
basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, EDUCATION 1-3 Hrs.
knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. PREREQUISITE: PED 223.
Upon completion, the student should be able to This course is designed to provide field experience
participate in competitive basketball. in observation and assistance in the student’s area
of specialization. The student will work under the
PED 252 VARSITY BASEBALL 1 Hr. supervision of trained physical education teachers.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor.
This course covers advanced baseball techniques. PHYSICAL SCIENCE (PHS)
Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing PHS 112 PHYSICAL SCIENCE II 4 Hrs.
more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
completion, the student should be able to play placement score.
baseball at a competitive level. This course provides the non-technical student with
an introduction to the basic principle of chemistry
PED 254 VARSITY SOFTBALL 1 Hr. and physics. Laboratory is required.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor.
This course introduces the fundamental skills and PHYSICS (PHY)
rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper PHY 201 GENERAL PHYSICS I -TRIG BASED 4 Hrs.
techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon PREREQUISITE: MTH 113 OR equivalent
completion, the student should be able to play mathematics placement score, RDG 085 or
competitive softball. equivalent placement score.
This course is designed to cover general physics
PED 255 VARSITY TENNIS 1 Hr. at a level that assures previous exposure to college
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. algebra, and basic trigonometry. Specific topics
This course emphasizes the refinement of playing include mechanics, properties of matter and energy,
skills. Topics include continuing the development thermodynamics, and periodic motion. Laboratory
of fundamentals, learning advanced serves, and is required.
strokes and pace, and strategies in singles and PHY 202 GENERAL PHYSICS II-TRIG BASED 4 Hrs.
doubles play. Upon completion, the student should PREREQUISITE: PHY 201.
be able to play competitive tennis. This course is designed to cover general physics
using college algebra and basic trigonometry.
PED 257 VARSITY CHEERLEADING 1 Hr. Specific topics include wave motion, sound, light
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. optics, electrostatics, circuits, magnetism, and
This course covers advanced co-ed cheerleading modern physics. Laboratory is required.
techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills
and improving all areas related to co-ed cheerleading PHY 213 GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CAL I 4 Hrs.
including: knowledge of safety techniques, partner PREREQUISITE: MTH 125, RDG 085 or
stunts, tumbling, basket tosses, pyramids, motions, equivalent placement score.
physical conditioning, and mental preparation. Upon This course provides a calculus-based treatment
completion, the student should be able to participate of the principle subdivisions of classical physics:
in a competitive program at the university level. mechanics and energy, including thermodynamics.
Laboratory is required.
PED 258 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. PHY 214 GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CAL II 4 Hrs.
This course covers more advanced volleyball PREREQUISITE: PHY 213.
techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills This course provides a calculus-based study in
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classical physics. Topics included are: simple the international relations of selected states.
harmonic motion, waves, sound, light, optics,
electricity, and magnetism. Laboratory is required. PSYCHOLOGY (PSY)
PSY 106 CAREER EXPLORATION 1 Hr.
POLITICAL SCIENCE (POL) PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
POL 200 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL placement score.
SCIENCE 3 Hrs. This course is designed for the student to explore
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent potential career fields. This course includes an
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent assessment, through testing of strengths and
placement score. weaknesses, general information about careers and
This course is an introduction to the field of job skills, value and decision making techniques,
political science through examination of the and a career research.
fundamental principles, concepts, and methods of
the discipline, and the basic political processes and PSY 107 STUDY SKILLS 1 Hr.
institutions of organized political systems. Topics PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
include approaches to political science, research placement score.
methodology, the state, government, law, ideology, In this course, emphasis is placed on the skills of
organized political influences, governmental “how to study”. The course introduces the student
bureaucracy, problems in political democracy, to effective techniques for listening in class, note
and international politics. Upon completion, the taking, preparation for test taking, and an overall
student should be able to identify, describe, define, system of successful study.
analyze, and explain relationships among the basic
principles and concepts of political science and PSY 108 STRESS MANAGEMENT 2 Hrs.
political processes and institutions of contemporary PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
political systems. placement score.
This course is designed to improve the stress
POL 211 AMERICAN NATIONAL management skills of the student. Stress management
GOVERNMENT 3 Hrs. techniques will be described and evaluated and
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent the relationship between stress and disease will be
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent discussed.
placement score.
This course surveys the background, constitutional PSY 200 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 Hrs.
principles, organization, and operation of the PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
American political system. Topics include the placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
U. S. Constitution, federalism, civil liberties, placement score.
civil rights, political parties, interest groups, This course is a survey of behavior with emphasis
political campaigns, voting behavior, elections, the upon psychological processes. This course includes
presidency, bureaucracy, Congress, and the justice the biological bases for behavior, thinking, emotion,
system. Upon completion, the student should be motivation, and the nature and development of
able to identify and explain relationships among personality.
the basic elements of American government and
function as more informed participants of the PSY 207 PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT 3 Hrs.
American political system. PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
POL 236 SURVEY OF INTERNATIONAL placement score.
RELATIONS 3 Hrs. This course provides an understanding of the basic
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent principles of mental health and an understanding
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent of the individual modes of behavior.
placement score.
This course is a survey of the basic forces affecting PSY 210 HUMAN GROWTH AND
international relations. Topics include bases of DEVELOPMENT 3 Hrs.
national power, balance of power, causes of war, PREREQUISITE: PSY 200 or Permission of
the international political economy, international Instructor.
law, international organization, and possible futures This course is the study of the psychological, social,
of international relations. Upon completion, the and physical factors that affect human behavior
student should be able to identify and discuss from conception to death.
relevant terms and concepts, and identify, analyze,
evaluate, and discuss the primary factors influencing
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PSY 220 HUMAN SEXUALITY 3 Hrs. understanding of real estate principles. Topics
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent include history of property ownership, real estate
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent finance, real estate law, and the mechanics of listing
placement score. and closing the sale. This course is designed to
This course is a comprehensive and integrated assist those preparing for the real estate salesman’s
approach to human sexuality emphasizing biological, licensing examination in Alabama.
psychological, social, and emotional
aspects. RECREATION (REC)
REC 231 HEALTH AND FITNESS CLUB
PSY 230 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 Hrs. MANAGEMENT 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: PSY 200. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
This course is a survey of abnormal behavior and placement score.
its social and biological origins. The anxiety related This course is designed to introduce the student to
disorders, psychoses, personality disorders, and all facets of proper management of a modern fitness
mental deficiencies will be covered. facility.
REC 232 HEALTH AND FITNESS CLUB
READING (RDG) INTERNSHIP 3 Hrs.
RDG 083 DEVELOPMENTAL READING I 4 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: REC 231 or
PREREQUISITE: None. COREQUISITE: REC 231.
This course is designed to assist the student whose This course covers the elements of advertising
placement test scores indicate difficulty with and sales promotion in the business environment.
decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, and Topics include advertising and sales promotion
study skills. appeals, selection of media, use of advertising and
sales promotion as a marketing tool, and means of
RDG 084 DEVELOPMENTAL READING II 4 Hrs. testing effectiveness. Upon completion, the student
PREREQUISITE: RDG 083 or equivalent should be able to demonstrate an understanding of
placement score. the concepts covered through application.
This course is designed to assist the student whose
placement test scores indicate difficulty with decoding RELIGION (REL)
skills, comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills. REL 100 HISTORY OF WORLD RELIGIONS 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
RDG 085 DEVELOPMENTAL READING III 4 Hrs. placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: RDG 084 or equivalent placement score.
placement score. This course is designed to acquaint the student with
This course is designed to assist the student whose the beliefs and practices of the major contemporary
placement test scores indicate difficulty with religions of the world. This includes the religions
decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, and of Africa, the Orient, and the western world. The
study skills. student should have an understanding of the history
and origins of the various religions in the world.
RDG 114 CRITICAL READING FOR COLLEGE 3 Hrs. REL 151 SURVEY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
placement score. placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
This course is designed to enhance critical reading placement score.
skills. Topics include vocabulary enrichment, This course is an introduction to the content of
reading flexibility, metacognitive strategies, and the Old Testament with emphasis on the historical
advanced comprehension skills, including analysis context and contemporary theological and cultural
and evaluation. Upon completion, the student significance of the Old Testament. Upon completion,
should be able to demonstrate comprehension and the student should have an understanding of the
analysis and respond effectively to material across significance of the Old Testament writings.
disciplines.
REL 152 SURVEY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT 3 Hrs.
REAL ESTATE (RLS) PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
RLS 101 REAL ESTATE PRINCIPLES 4 Hrs. placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent placement score.
placement score. This course is a survey of the books of the New
This is an introductory real estate course providing Testament with special attention focused on
the necessary terminology, background, and the historical and geographical setting. Upon
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Completion, the student should have an SPH 108 VOICE AND DICTION 3 Hrs.
understanding of the books of the New Testament PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
and the cultural and historical events associated with placement score.
these writings. This course provides training for improvement
in use of the speaking voice. Attention is focused
SPANISH (SPA) on range, flexibility, clarity of articulation, and
SPA 101 INTRODUCTORY SPANISH I 4 Hrs. standards of pronunciation with individual help in
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent the correction of faulty speech habits. A study of the
placement score. International Phonetic Alphabet is included.
This course provides an introduction to Spanish.
Topics include the development of basic SPH 116 INTRODUCTION TO INTERPERSONAL
communication skills and the acquisition of basic COMMUNICATION 3 Hrs.
knowledge of the cultures of Spanish-speaking areas. PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
placement into ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
placement score.
SPA 102 INTRODUCTORY SPANISH II 4 Hrs. COREQUISITE: ENG 101.
PREREQUISITE: SPA 101. This course is an introduction to the basic principles
This continuation course includes the development of interpersonal communication.
of basic communication skills and the acquisition of
basic knowledge of the cultures of Spanish-speaking SPH 123-125 FORENSICS WORKSHOP I-II-III 1-3 Hrs.
areas. PREREQUISITE: Permission of Instructor.
These courses offer experience in speech activities
SPEECH (SPH) such as debate, discussion, oral interpretation,
SPC 100 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH extemporaneous speaking, and original oratory.
COMMUNICATION 1 Hr. The student is required to participate in scheduled
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent intercollegiate speech tournaments.
placement score.
This performance course includes the study of the SPH 206 ORAL INTERPRETATION 3 Hrs.
principles of human communication: intrapersonal, PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent
interpersonal, and public. It surveys communication placement into ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent
theory and provides practical application. placement score.
COREQUISITE: ENG 101.
SPH 106 FUNDAMENTALS OF ORAL This course is designed to help students develop
COMMUNICATION 3 Hrs. specific skills in the analysis and oral interpretation
PREREQUISITE: ENG 092 or equivalent of poetry, prose, and drama. It includes a study of the
placement in ENG 093, RDG 085 or equivalent elements of oral communication such as imagery,
placement score. structure, and dramatic timing. Opportunity is given
COREQUISITE: ENG 093 or COM 100. for public/classroom performance of literature.
Fundamentals of Oral Communication is a
performance course that includes the principles SPH 217 ELEMENTS OF PERSUASION 3 Hrs.
of human communication: intrapersonal, PREREQUISITE: SPH 107.
interpersonal, and public. This course surveys This course is an advanced study and practice of the
current communication theory and provides elements of persuasive speaking begun in SPH 106
practical application. and SPH 107.
SPH 107 FUNDAMENTALS OF PUBLIC SPH 227 ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE 3 Hrs.
SPEAKING 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: SPH 107.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent This course introduces argumentation and debate
placement in ENG 101. and methods of bringing reasoned discourse to
COREQUISITE: ENG 101, RDG 085 or bear on personal and social problems. It includes
equivalent placement score. investigations into the various types of debates with
This course explores principles of audience and emphasis on the use of evidence, logic, responsibility
environment analysis as well as the actual planning, of the advocate, and the composition of language
rehearsing, and presenting of formal speeches for oral controversy.
to specific audiences. Historical foundations,
communication theories, and student performances
are emphasized.
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SOCIOLOGY (SOC)
SOC 200 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY 3 Hrs. THR 114 THEATRE WORKSHOP II 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent PREREQUISITE: THR 113.
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent This course is a continuation of THR 113.
placement score.
This course is an introduction to the vocabulary, THR 115 THEATRE WORKSHOP III 1 Hr.
concepts, and theory of sociological perspectives of PREREQUISITE: THR 114.
human behavior. This course is a continuation of THR 114.
SOC 207 INTRODUCTION TO THE FIELDS OF THR 120 THEATRE APPRECIATION 3 Hrs.
SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent placement score.
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent This course is designed to increase appreciation
placement score. of contemporary theater. Emphasis is given to the
This course introduces the student to an overview theater as an art form through the study of history and
of the many and varied roles in which social theory of drama and the contributions to modern
workers function in today’s society. It reviews the media. This course places emphasis on playwright,
historical development of the fields of practice and actor, director, designer, and technician to modern
the profession’s code of ethics, and covers current media. Attendance at theater productions may be
national and local issues. Fifteen hours of volunteer required.
work outside of class are required. (Transfers to
UA as SW 100 Introduction to the Fields of Social THR 126 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE 3 Hrs.
Work Practice) PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
placement score.
SOC 210 SOCIAL PROBLEMS 3 Hrs. This course is designed to teach the history of the
PREREQUISITE: SOC 200. theater and the principles of drama. It also covers
This course examines the social and cultural the development of theater production and the
aspects, influences, incidences, and characteristics study of selected plays as theatrical presentations.
of current social problems in light of sociological Attendance at theater productions may be required.
theory and research.
THR 131 ACTING TECHNIQUES I 3 Hrs.
SOC 247 MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY 3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent
PREREQUISITE: ENG 093 or equivalent placement score.
placement in ENG 101, RDG 085 or equivalent This is the first of a two-course sequence in which the
placement score. student will focus on the development of the body
This course is a study of family structures and voice as the performing instruments in acting.
and families in a modern society. It covers Emphasis is placed on pantomime, improvisation,
preparation for marriage, as well as sociological, acting exercises, and building characterizations in
psychological, biological, and financial factors short acting scenes.
relevant to success in marriage and family life.
THR 132 ACTING TECHNIQUES II 3 Hrs.
SOC 296 DIRECTED STUDIES IN SOCIOLOGY 1-3 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: THR 131.
PREREQUISITE: SOC 200. This course is a continuation of THR 131.
This course provides the student with opportunities
to have “hands-on” experience with research methods THR 213 THEATER WORKSHOP IV 2 Hrs.
used in the behavioral sciences or to complete PREREQUISITE: THR 115.
directed readings under faculty supervision. These courses are a continuation of THR 113, 114,
and 115.
THEATRE (THR)
THR 113 THEATRE WORKSHOP I 1 Hr. THR 214 THEATER WORKSHOP V 2 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. PREREQUISITE: THR 213.
This is the first in a six-course sequence which This course is a continuation of THR 113, 114,
provide practical experience in the production and 115.
and performance of a dramatic presentation
with assignments in scenery, lighting, props, THR 215 THEATRE WORKSHOP VI 2 Hrs.
choreography, sound, costumes, make-up, publicity, PREREQUISITE: THR 214.
acting, directing, and other aspects of theatre This course is a continuation of THR 113, 114,
production. 115, and 214.
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THR 216 THEATRICAL MAKE-UP 2 Hrs. information in the SMAW process. This course also
PREREQUISITE: None. covers the rules of basic safety and identification of
This course is a study of the materials and shop equipment and provides the student with the
techniques of theatrical make-up. skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation
of oxy-fuel cutting.
THR 236 STAGECRAFT 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None. WDT 109 SMAW FILLET/PAC/CAC 3 Hrs.
This course is a study of the principles, techniques, PREREQUISITE: None.
and materials in theatrical scenery and lighting. COREQUISITE: WDT 123.
This course provides the student with instruction
THR 241 VOICE AND SPEECH FOR on safety practices and terminology in the Shielded
THE PERFORMER 3 Hrs. Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Emphasis is
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment
placement score. identification, set-up and operation, and related
This is a beginning course in the effective and information in the SMAW process. This course also
healthy use of the vocal instrument for performance. covers the rules of basic safety and identification of
It is designed to approach both the physical and shop equipment and provides the student with the
mental processes of vocal production and includes skills and knowledge necessary for the safe operation
the following: learning a physical/vocal warmup, of carbon arc cutting and plasma arc cutting.
dialect reduction, articulation, class performance
and written exams. WDT 110 INDUSTRIAL BLUEPRINT READING 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
THR 266 FUNDAMENTALS OF DIRECTING 3 Hrs. This course provides students with the understanding
PREREQUISITE: RDG 085 or equivalent and fundamentals of industrial blueprint reading.
placement score. Emphasis is placed on reading and interpreting
This course is designed to cover the fundamentals lines, views, dimensions, weld joint configurations
of directing. Instruction will include lectures, and weld symbols. Upon completion the student
demonstration, written and oral analysis of scripts should be able to interpret welding symbols and
and performances. blueprints as they apply to welding and fabrication.
THR 281 STAGE MOVEMENT I 1 Hr. WDT 119 GAS METAL ARC/FLUX CORED
PREREQUISITE: None. ARC WELDING 3 Hrs.
This is the first in a two-course sequence which offer PREREQUISITE: None.
the student a basic introduction to movement for COREQUISITE: WDT 124.
the stage for those interested in acting or dance. This course introduces the student to the gas metal arc
They also include consideration of role development and flux cored arc welding process. Emphasis is placed
through movement. on safe operating practices, handling and storage of
compressed gasses, process principles, component
identification, various welding techniques and base
THR 282 STAGE MOVEMENT II 1 Hr. and filler metal identification.
PREREQUISITE: THR 281.
This course is a continuation of THR 281. WDT 120 SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING
GROOVE THEORY 3 Hrs.
THR 296 DIRECTED STUDIES IN THEATRE 2 Hrs. PREREQUISITE: None.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. COREQUISITE: WDT 125.
This course deals with problems in theater and This course provides the student with instruction on
art management. Problems may be arranged in joint design, joint preparation, and fit-up of groove
conjunction with other disciplines in the Fine Arts. welds in accordance with applicable welding codes.
Emphasis is placed on safe operation, joint design,
WELDING (WDT) joint preparation, and fit-up. Upon completion, the
WDT 108 SMAW FILLET/OFC 3 Hrs. student should be able to identify the proper joint
PREREQUISITE: None. design, joint preparation and fit-up of groove welds
COREQUISITE: WDT 122. in accordance with applicable welding codes.
This course provides the student with instruction
on safety practices and terminology in the Shielded WDT 122 SMAW FILLET/OFC LAB 3 Hrs.
Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. Emphasis is PREREQUISITE: None.
placed on safety, welding terminology, equipment COREQUISITE: WDT 108.
identification, set-up and operation, and related This course is designed introduce the student to the
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proper set-up and operation of the shielded metal in the welding field. The student should be able to
arc welding equipment. Emphasis is placed on demonstrate and apply competencies identified and
striking and controlling the arc, and proper fit up of agreed upon between the student and instructor.
fillet joints. This course is also designed to instruct
students in the safe operation of oxy-fuel cutting. WDT 181 SPECIAL TOPICS LAB 3 Hrs.
Upon completion, the student should be able to PREREQUISITE: None.
make fillet welds in all positions using electrodes This course provides specialized instruction in
in the F-3 groups in accordance applicable welding various areas related to the welding industry.
code and be able to safely operate oxy-fuel equipment Emphasis is placed on meeting students needs.
and perform those operations as per the applicable
welding code. WDT 217 SMAW CARBON PIPE THEORY 3 Hrs.
PREREQUISITE: None.
WDT 123 SMAW FILLET/PAC/CAC LAB 3 Hrs. COREQUISITE: WDT 257.
PREREQUISITE: None. This course introduces the student to the practices
COREQUISITE: WDT 109. and procedures of welding carbon steel pipe using
This course is designed introduce the student to the shielded metal arc weld (SMAW) process.
the proper set-up and operation of the shielded Emphasis is placed on pipe positions, electrode
metal arc welding equipment. Emphasis is placed selection, joint geometry, joint preparation, and
on striking and controlling the arc, and proper fit fit-up. Upon completion, the student should be
up of fillet joints. This course is also designed to able to identify pipe positions, electrodes, proper
instruct students in the safe operation of plasma arc joint geometry, joint preparation, and fit-up in
and carbon arc cutting. Upon completion, students accordance with applicable code.
should be able to make fillet welds in all positions
using electrodes in the F-4 groups in accordance WDT 221 PIPEFITTING AND FABRICATION 3 Hrs.
with applicable welding code and be able to safely PREREQUISITE: None.
operate plasma arc and carbon arc equipment and This course provides the student with skills and
perform those operations as per applicable welding practices necessary for fabricating pipe plans using
code. butt welded fittings. Emphasis is placed on butt-
welded fittings to include 45 and 90 degree angles,
WDT 124 GAS METAL ARC/FLUX CORED ARC flanges, reducers, and tees. Upon completion, the
WELDING LAB 3 Hrs. student should be able to fit butt-welded fittings,
PREREQUISITE: None. and cut and fabricate tees, laterals, and assorted
COREQUISITE: WDT 119. angles.
This course provides instruction and demonstration
using the various transfer methods and techniques WDT 228 GAS TUNGSTEN ARC FILLET THEORY 3 Hrs.
to gas metal arc and flux cored arc welds. Topics PREREQUISITE: None.
included are safety, equipment set-up, joint design COREQUISITE: WDT 268.
and preparation, and gases. This course introduces the student to the gas
tungsten arc welding process as described in AWS
WDT 125 SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING code D1.1 for fillet welds of ferrous and non-
GROOVE LAB 3 Hrs. ferrous metals. Emphasis is placed on safe operating
PREREQUISITE: None. practices, handling of cylinders, process principles,
COREQUISITE: WDT 120. tungsten types and shapes, and base and filler
This course provides instruction and demonstrations metal identification. Upon completion, the student
in the shielded metal arc welding process on carbon should be able to explain safe operating practices
steel plate with various size F3 and F4 group and principles, identify various tungsten types and
electrodes in all positions. Emphasis is placed on sizes, and recognize various base and filler metals.
welding groove joints and using various F3 and F4
group electrodes in all positions. Upon completion, WDT 257 SMAW CARBON PIPE LAB 3 Hrs.
the student should be able to make visually PREREQUISITE: None.
acceptable groove weld joints in accordance with COREQUISITE: WDT 217
applicable welding codes. This course is designed to provide the student with
skills in welding carbon steel pipe with the shielded
WDT 180 SPECIAL TOPICS 3 Hrs. metal arc weld (SMAW) process using electrodes
PREREQUISITE: None. in the F4 and F3 group. Emphasis is placed on
This course allows the student to plan, execute, and welding pipe in the 2G, 5G, and 6G positions.
present results of individual projects in welding. Upon completion, the student should be able to
Emphasis is placed on enhancing skill attainment perform shielded metal arc welding on carbon steel
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WORKPLACE SKILLS
ENHANCEMENT (WKO)
WKO 107 WORKPLACE SKILLS PREPARATION 1 Hr.
PREREQUISITE: None.
This course utilizes computer based instructional
modules which are designed to access and
develop skills necessary for workplace success.
The instructional modules in the course include
applied mathematics, applied technology, reading
for information, and locating information. Upon
completion of this course, the student should be
assessed to determine if their knowledge of the
subject areas has improved.
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PERSONNEL
TURNER, Rosann .......................... NURSING PROGRAMS BEASLEY, Pam ...................................... POISON CONTROL
B.S.N., University of North Alabama; M.S.N., University A.A.S., Shelton State Community College
of Alabama at Birmingham BEAUCHAMP, Omar............................. ADMINISTRATIVE
VINCENT, Sharon............................................. CHEMISTRY COMPUTING SUPPORT
B.S., Indiana University; M.S., University of Mississippi Diploma, Shelton State Community College
WARREN, Sandra........................... NURSING PROGRAMS BECKMAN, Carolyn ..........................STUDENT SERVICES
B.S.N., University of Alabama; M.S.N., University of BIGHAM, Sandy ........................... COUNSELING CENTER
Alabama at Birmingham BIZZOCO, Bruce ........................... ASSOCIATE DEAN FOR
WARREN, William Michael.....................TRUCK DRIVING ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
A.A.S., Wallace State Community College at Selma B.A., University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama;
WATTS, Cornelia Ruth ............................. COSMETOLOGY Ph.D., University of Alabama
Diploma, Shelton State Community College; A.S., BOBO, Elaine.............................. ADMISSIONS/RECORDS
Shelton State Community College BOBO, Patrick ............... ADMINISTRATIVE COMPUTING
WILLIAMS, Carolyn....................... COMMERCIAL FOOD/ SUPPORT
CULINARY ARTS BOGAN, Betty ................................................. RECRUITING
B.S., University of Alabama; M.S., University of Alabama; B.S. University of Alabama
Alabama Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist; CDR Registered BOISCLAIR, Sandy ........................ NURSING PROGRAMS
Dietitian BONNER, Deborah ..................................SPECIAL EVENTS
WILLIAMS, Jacqueline ................... NURSING PROGRAMS A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.S., University
B.S.N., Jacksonville State; M.S.N., University of Alabama of Alabama
at Birmingham BOND, Candice ...................................... BUSINESS OFFICE
WILLIAMS, Leigh Ann .................. NURSING PROGRAMS BOOTH, Molly ................................. PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
B.S.N., University of Alabama; M.S.N., University of BOWEN, James ..................................................... SECURITY
Alabama BRACKNELL, Ann................................. BUSINESS OFFICE
WILSON, James ......................................................... SPEECH A.S., Shelton State Community College, B.S., University
B.A., University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama of Alabama
WRIGHT, Darrell ............................ COMPUTER SCIENCE BROWN, Amy.....................................BUSINESS SERVICES
DIVISION CHAIR, BUSINESS/COMPUTER BROWN, Paul ....................................................... GROUNDS
SCIENCE BROWN, Sharon ................................BUSINESS SERVICES
B.A., University of Alabama; M.S., University of Alabama BYARS, Larry......................................................... SECURITY
CABBIL, Kelda ............................................ FINANCIAL AID
STAFF CAMP, Kimberly ..............FACULTY RESOURCE CENTER
ABSTON, Byron O. .......ASSISTANT DEAN OF STUDENT A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.S., University
SERVICES/REGISTRAR of Alabama; M.S., University of Alabama
B.S., University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama CANNON, Lori ................................ PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
ACKER, Brandi Delbridge................................BOOKSTORE A.S., Shelton State Community College
ANDERS, Joseph ........................................ MAINTENANCE CARR, Michael ................................THEATRE PROGRAMS
AVERETTE, Steve ....................................... MAINTENANCE B.A., University of Alabama; M.F.A., University of
BAILEY, DeLane ........ ASSOCIATE DEAN FOR BUSINESS Alabama
SERVICES CHASTINE, Sharon ................... ADMISSIONS/RECORDS
B.S., University of Alabama A.S., Shelton State Community College
BARTON, Debbie ......................... COUNSELING CENTER CHRISTIAN, Junell “Nellie”..............STUDENT SERVICES
B.S., University of Alabama B.S.,University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama
BATES, Fannie ....................................BUSINESS SERVICES CLARK, Anne ................................. NURSING PROGRAMS
Diploma, Fredd State Technical College; A.A.S., Shelton B.S., Iowa State University; M.B.A., Mississippi State
State Community College; B.A., Stillman College; M.A., University
University of Alabama COBB, Shirley ..................................... LEARNING CENTER
BEASLEY, Amy ..................................... POISON CONTROL
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COCHRANE, David ........... LAWRENCE “LARRY” MUND FALLS, Margie .................TRAINING FOR BUSINESS AND
LIFELONG LEARNING CENTER INDUSTRY
B.S., University of Alabama FIELDS, Mike ........................... JOB PLACEMENT CENTER
COLEMAN, Philip .............. ADULT STUDENT SERVICES FISHER, John........................................ POISON CONTROL
B.A., University of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Tennessee Center of
COLLINS, Jeannine ...................................... COPY CENTER Health Services
FITCH, Tina ............................................................ THEATRE
COUSETTE, Joe Ann ................................ FINANCIAL AID B.A., Tarleton State University; M.S., Texas A&M; MFA,
A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.A., Stillman University of Alabama
College FLEMING, Darrin ...................................... MAINTENANCE
CRAIG, Cathy ...........................................................LIBRARY FREEMAN, Stephanie ......................HUMAN RESOURCES
B.A., California State University, San Marcos; M.L.I.S., A.S., Shelton State Community College
University of Alabama FULGHAM, Ronald ............................................. SECURITY
CRAVEN, Earmon .....................................HOUSEKEEPING GAINOUS, Tamara ..................................................LIBRARY
CRAWFORD, Jessie .................................. COSMETOLOGY B.S., Florida State University; M.S., University of Alabama
CROWLEY, Keith ......... ADMINISTRATIVE COMPUTING GRAY, Mary ............................................................. PAYROLL
SUPPORT GREEN, Cindy............................................ FINANCIAL AID
DALE, Freida .......... TITLE III SUPPORT COORDINATOR A.S., Southern Union Community College; B.S., Troy
B.S., Jason State University; M.ED., The University Of State University
West Alabama; Education Specialist Nova Southeastern GREEN, Jamey ...................................................... GROUNDS
University GRIFFIN, Jason........................................... MAINTENANCE
DAVIS, Carolyn ........................................... FINANCIAL AID GROSSE, Susan ................................................BOOKSTORE
DAVIS, Keith ............................................... MAINTENANCE B.S., Auburn University
DELBRIDGE, Beth............................. RESPIRATORY CARE GROTE, Linda ........ ASSOCIATE DEAN FOR ACADEMIC
TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
DENNY, Candace .............................. ADULT EDUCATION B.A., Samford University; M.A., University of Alabama
DIAL, Lanice .................... WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT GROTE, Phil ...................................... ADULT EDUCATION
DICKEY, Jane ........................................ POISON CONTROL B.S., Wofford College; M.A., University of Alabama;
A.D.N., Shelton State Community College Ph.D., University of Alabama
DINC, Marilee.......................................................... PAYROLL GRYSKA, Shannon................COMMUNITY EDUCATION
DOROUGH, Lois ................................. POISON CONTROL A.S.,Wallace State College; B.A., University of Alabama
DRUMMOND, Lewis C. .................................WORKFORCE GUERRERO, Justino ................................HOUSEKEEPING
DEVELOPMENT HALL, Calvin .............................................HOUSEKEEPING
B.S., University of Alabama HALL, Cindy .......................................BUSINESS SERVICES
DUNN, James.............................................. MAINTENANCE HALLMAN, Kimberly ................ ADMISSIONS/RECORDS
EDWARDS, Carolyn................................... UNITY CENTER HARGROW, Jeanetta ..................... ASSISTANT DEAN FOR
B.S., University of Alabama; M.S., University of Alabama STUDENT SERVICES
EDWARDS, Rebecca ............................ POISON CONTROL A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.S., Stillman
ELLIOTT, Cleotha .....................................HOUSEKEEPING College
ELLIOTT, Holly Gwin .................. COUNSELING CENTER HARRELL, Cindy ...............................BUSINESS SERVICES
A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.S., University HARRISON, Sherry..............INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
of Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama HAYWOOD, Christi ......................FACULTY RESOURCES
ELLIOTT, Nikki ................................HUMAN RESOURCES HEADLEY, Anita ................................ PUBLIC RELATIONS
B.S., University of Alabama Diploma, Athens Area Technical Institute
EPPS, Jean .................................................................LIBRARY HENDRIX, Janet..............STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
A.S., Shelton State Community College; B. A., Stillman A.A.S., Shelton State Community College; B.A., Stillman
College College; MPA, Troy State University
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