Integrated Technical StudiesAssociate of Applied Science in Technology
Provides students the opportunity to select courses from across several areas, with an emphasis in technology, to meet the students' unique career goals. A program of study is developed with the School of Technology assigned advisor and approved by the advisor and the department chair. This degree requires proof of computer literacy.
Note: The student will submit for approval a program of study with proposed courses listed. The plan should minimally include the career goal, rationale for the needed blend of courses for the career track, and the chosen courses. ALHT CoursesALHT 1110. Allied Health Terminology I. 3 Units.
A study of medical language including word construction, definition, spelling, and proper usage of terms related to most allied health disciplines. (Career Course). (F,S,M) ALHT 1111. Allied Health Terminology II. 3 Units.
Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include: an overview of each body system, how systems coordinate activities to maintain a balanced state, recognizing deviations from the normal, and medical terminology including basic word structure and terms related to body structure and function are taught as an integral part of the course. ALHT 1112. Introduction to Health Insurance and Billing. 1 Unit.
This course is designed to familiarize students with basic functions of health insurance and its impact on medical care in the United States. Major emphasis will be placed on understanding how health insurance influences the management, profitability, accounts receivable and cash flow of physician practices and healthcare facilities. (Career Course). ALHT 1115. Medicolegal Ethics and Quality Assurance. 1 Unit.
Medical ethics, legal issues, and methods of quality assurance, including agencies which regulate health care institutions, are carefully reviewed. Students are made aware of their legal and ethical responsibilities to all aspects of professionalism and confidentiality. (Career Course). ALHT 1150. Introduction to Health Unit Coordinating. 3 Units.
Documentation of patient care within the hospital is stressed. Students apply techniques of transcribing physician's orders, computer applications of terminology, and appropriate communication skills. (Career Course). ALHT 1155. Health Unit Practicum. 5 Units.
The HUC student will be assigned to an area health care facility to apply the techniques learned in the classroom. Students will gather for a problem-solving seminar on a weekly basis. (Career Course). ALHT 1160. Basic Coding Skills. 3 Units.
Coding is a uniform language that accurately describes medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. It is the basis for insurance claims and for the development of guidelines for medical care review. Students will identify and properly code medical diagnoses and procedures performed by medical personnel. (Career Course). (S) ALHT 1170. Caring for Patients. 3 Units.
Introduces the student to the nuances of working in a multi-cultural healthcare environment, defines culture, the difference between surfaces and deep culture, and the nature of communication between workers of different cultures. Explores rituals surrounding birth, family structure and relationship, and how to deal with visitors and/or demanding families, cultural differences in expressions of pain, and attitudes toward sickness and death. (Career Course). ALHT 1175. Healthcare Management Practicum. 2 Units.
The student will be assigned to an area health care facility to apply the techniques learned in the classroom. Students will meet for a problem-solving seminar on a weekly basis. (Career Course). CAPS CoursesCAPS 1101. Introduction to Computers. 3 Units.
If a student has no computer experience, it is advised to take OADM 1140. Students who have no knowledge of computer key function and do not type a minimum 20 words per minute are urged to take OADM 1140, either prior to, or in conjunction with, this course. A survey of computer-related topics; including the basic elements of a computer system, ways in which computers can be used, and their organizational and social impact. Hands-on experience with microcomputers using Microsoft Windows, data-management, and electronic-spreadsheet programs. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F,S,M) CAPS 1120. iSeries Operations and Facilities. 4 Units.
An introduction to the operations, basic tools, and facilities of the computer system. Lectures are supported by hands-on laboratory exercises, primarily utilizing the IBM iSeries. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) CAPS 1140. Microcomputer Operating Systems. 4 Units.
An overview of operating system essentials for microcomputers, with emphasis on a current version of MS-Windows. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F,S,M) CAPS 1145. Network Fundamentals. 4 Units.
Understanding networking basics including hardware, software, LANs, WANs, Ethernet, IP addressing, network-to-network communications and designing and documenting a basic network and associated cabling. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). CAPS 1152. UNIX. 4 Units.
Study of the Unix operating system, to include basic system operation and access, system installation and configuration, file system organization, file management and manipulation, shell usage, and system maintenance and security. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (S) CAPS 1208. Computer User Support. 3 Units.
An overview of the skills and knowledge required to provide technical support for computer users. Includes such topics as user needs assessment, help desk operation, and computer user training. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) CAPS 1209. Computer Problems. 3 Units.
Students may use job-related experience in a data-processing installation or computer-utilizing unit in the community; or perform special projects to meet their individual needs. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (M) CAPS 1211. Introduction to RPG Programming. 4 Units.
Students design, code, and test programs using the Report Program Generator (RPG) language. Programs written include report editing, mathematical operations, use of subroutines to support structured programming, IFs and case structures, and external and logical files. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) CAPS 1212. Advanced RPG Programming. 4 Units.
A continuation of CAPS 1211. Programs written include file processing, interactive applications, tables and arrays, and subfiles. Review of RPG logic cycle. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) CAPS 1213. Control Language Programming for iSeries 400. 4 Units.
Introduces concept, purpose, uses, and implementation of Control Language (CL) programming. Emphasis is on CL syntax and interactive and batch programs in the iSeries environment. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (M) CAPS 1216. Database and Interactive Applications. 4 Units.
This course involves Database design; queries; application development in a database environment. Students receive hands-on experience with a rational database package. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) CAPS 1217. Electronic Spreadsheets. 4 Units.
Study of various types of applications using electronic spreadsheets. Topics include financial, statistical, database, and graphic applications; and macros. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). CAPS 1240. Advanced Topics in Computer Applications/Systems. 4 Units.
Selected topics in the use of the computer based on current needs and trends; for example, an in-depth exploration of an operating system or an introduction to a programming language not currently taught. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). CAPS 1250. Novell NetWare Administration. 4 Units.
Covers the basics of managing a Novell NetWare network; how to set up, manage, and use basic network services, including file systems, network printing, security; and directory services. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) CAPS 1255. Windows Network Server Administration. 4 Units.
The same as CAPS 1250, except that a current version of Microsoft Windows Server is covered. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) CAPS 1260. Advanced NetWare Administration. 4 Units.
Advanced administration tasks such as tuning the network and managing complex directory trees. Troubleshooting NetWare. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) CAPS 1265. Advanced Windows Server Administration. 4 Units.
Advanced administration tasks such as tuning the network and managing multiple server networks. Troubleshooting Windows Server. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) CAPS 1270. Routing Protocols and Concepts. 4 Units.
Understanding of routers and routing including: user interfaces, components, configurations, basics of IOS versions; TCP/IP Protocol Suite, IP addressing/subnetting; routing protocols RIP, OSPF, EIGRP. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). CAPS 1275. Computer Systems/Networking Security. 4 Units.
An introduction to communication security in computer systems and networks. Both information flow and information integrity policies will be considered. Topics include: authentication, protection, security models, cryptography, application, hacker tools and public policy, along with case studies. (Career Course). CAPS 1276. LAN Switches and Wireless. 4 Units.
Understanding of network switching, VLANs, Spanning-Tree protocol, switching technologies, network documentation, security and troubleshooting; basic wireless standards, configuration, security and troubleshooting. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). CAPS 1277. Accessing the WAN. 4 Units.
Understanding of WAN technology basics to include: devices, encapsulation formats, PPP components, Access Control Lists, NAT, DHCP, DNS and Frame Relay. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). CAPS 1280. Programming in Java. 4 Units.
An introduction to object-oriented programming using the language Java, with special attention to Java applets and Web pages. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) CAPS 1285. Building Scalable Internetworks. 4 Units.
Focused on internetwork scalability, advanced routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP operation, configuration and troubleshooting; route optimization; IP Multicast, IPv6. CAPS 1286. Implementing Secure Converged Wide-area Networks. 4 Units.
Providing secure enterprise-class network service for teleworkers and branch sites; teleworker configuration and access, frame-mode MPLS, site-to-site IPSEC VPN; Cisco device hardening and IOS firewall configuration. CAPS 1287. Building Multilayer Switched Networks. 4 Units.
Focused on selection and implementation of appropriate Cisco IOS services to build reliable, scalable multilayer-switched LANs; Inter-VLAN routing; campus networks; wireless client access; and configuring campus switches to support voice. CAPS 1288. Optimizing Converged Networks. 4 Units.
Optimizing and providing effective QoS techniques in converged networks; operating voice, wireless and security applications; DiffServ QoS model, AutoQoS; considerations for QoS implementations. CAPS 1290. Web Site Design. 4 Units.
Design and maintenance of effective web sites for information and e-commerce. Coverage includes organization and layout, use of animation and interaction, trouble shooting and maintenance. Topics include HTML and JavaScript. (Career Course). (F) CAPS 2278. CCNA Security. 4 Units.
This course provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. This course is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop specialized security skills, along with critical thinking and complex problem solving skills. CNAS CoursesCNAS 1110. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills. 4 Units.
This course emphasizes the needs of the elderly and other persons requiring the services of nursing facilities or home care. It focuses on nursing assistant skills and functions, safety and the psychosocial approach to the care of the resident. Caring, understanding, and respect for the clients/patients as individuals are important attitudes conveyed to the nursing assistant. Skills such as body mechanics and safety, feeding, bathing and bed making are practiced in the nursing lab before applying these skills in the clinical setting. (Career Course). CNAS 1111. CNA Clinical Skills I. 4 Units.
The purpose of this clinical practicum is to provide the student with opportunity to utilize developing skills acquired in the classroom and lab of CNAS 1110. The goal of these skills includes: acquiring insight into his/her personal development, developing and utilizing communication skills, and to safely and effectively relate theory as presented in the classroom setting to the individual patient in a clinical area (examples: Geriatrics and Acute Care Hospitals and a variety of home care environment). (Career Course). CNAS 1131. CNA Clinical Skills II. 4 Units.
This course builds upon the basic Certified Nursing Asistant concepts with an expansion of the role of the Certified Nursing Asistant in order to more fully function both within and outside the structure of the healthcare facility. Subject areas included are client/patient care, communication skills, client/patient reporting/documentation and caring for the client/patient's environment. CRPT CoursesCRPT 1259. Introduction to Floor-covering Manufacturing. 3 Units.
This course familiarizes the student with the history of the carpet industry with an emphasis on the techniques and processes involved in the manufacturing of carpet. The course will also review the manufacturing processes and techniques for ceramic tile, hardwood, laminate, and vinyl. Viewing the actual products and materials will be available to show how each is utilized. CRPT 1275. Introduction to Textiles/Polymer Chemistry. 3 Units.
An introduction to the chemistry of polymers and textile fibers, preparation agents, dyes, and finishes. CRPT 1280. Carpet Fiber Science. 3 Units.
This class introduces students to the history, structure, properties, fabrication, and use of polymers in the carpet industry. Properties of fibers are examined in relation to their end-use performance. CRPT 1285. Yarn Manufacturing. 3 Units.
This course investigates manufacturing technologies for producing staple, natural/ synthetic fiber yarns, and basic properties of spun yarn. The extrusion process will be investigated. CRPT 1287. Carpet Coloration and Finishing. 3 Units.
A study of thermal, chemical, and mechanical processes used in preparation, coloration, and finishing of textile structures. ELCT CoursesELCT 1005. Direct Current Circuits I. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, and troubleshoot basic Direct Current electrical circuits that contain resistors. Topics include: electrical safety, electrical quantities, meters, Ohm's law, energy and power, series and parallel circuits, opens and shorts, and soldering techniques. (Career Course). ELCT 1045. Introduction to Visual BASIC programming. 4 Units.
This course provides knowledge and skills to create programs using Microsoft's Visual BASIC. Topics include BASIC Programming, debugging programs, forms, menus, OLE, standard controls, and ActiveX controls. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). ELCT 1055. Digital Logic Circuits I. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze and troubleshoot digital logic circuits. Topics include: number systems, logic gates, Boolean expressions, combinational logic, Karnaugh maps, programmable logic devices, adders, logic families. (Career Course). ELCT 1065. Alternating Current Circuits I. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, and troubleshoot basic Alternating Current electrical circuits that contain resistors, inductors and capacitators. Topics include: Basic electromagnetism, AC waveforms, frequency and period, amplitude, AC measurements, oscilloscope, purely resistive AC circuits, inductance, capacitance, time constraints, reactance, impedance, basic transformer action, and three-phase supplies. (Career Course). ELCT 1085. Semiconductor Devices & Circuits I. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, and troubleshoot simple semiconductor circuits. Topics include: PN junction diodes, clippers and clampers, zener voltage regulator, LED, photo diodes, varactors, power supplies, rectifier types, the bipolar junction transistor, and field effect transistors. (Career Course). ELCT 1100. PC Maintenance and Troubleshooting I. 4 Units.
This course provides basic knowledge and skills for the student to perform maintenance and upgrades to microcomputer systems. Topics include microcomputer components, hardware and software maintenance procedures, MS-DOS and up-grading common computer components. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). ELCT 2005. Direct Current Circuits II. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, and troubleshoot more complex DC electrical circuits that contain resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Topics include: series-parallel circuits, source transformations, basic cell and battery construction and operation, resistive network theorems, Wye-Delta conversions, maximum power transfer theorem, and exponential rise and decay in RC and RL circuits. ELCT 2025. Introduction to Microprocessors. 3 Units.
Provides basic knowledge of microprocessor circuits and their relation to computer programs. Topics include: CPU, arithmetic operations, logic operations, RAM, ROM, I/O, system buses, control signals, timing signals, and typical faults. (Career Course). ELCT 2035. Electronic Troubleshooting Techniques. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to methodically troubleshoot electrical/electronic systems. Topics include: review of basic electrical concepts relating to all electrical and electronic components, industrial control devices circuits, transformers, motors, troubleshooting methodology and skills, and maintenance. (Career Course). ELCT 2040. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, program, and troubleshoot computer-based programmable logic controllers used in industrial processes. Topics include: programmable controllers, input/output, processing and programming, field wiring, start-up, timers, counters, sequencers, analog and digital I/O, PID, Human Machine Interface (HMI) software and troubleshooting. (Career Course). ELCT 2045. Digital Logic Circuits II. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze and troubleshoot sequential and complex digital logic circuits. Topics include: flip-flop, latches, registers, counters, multiplexers, decoders, ALU, and trouble shooting. (Career Course). ELCT 2065. Alternating Current Circuits II. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, and troubleshoot more complex AC electrical circuits. Topics include: complex number representation of phasors, series, and parallel RL and RC circuits, network analysis for AC circuits, RLC circuits, resonance and passive filters. (Career Course). ELCT 2075. Motors, Drives, and Controls. 3 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, install, and troubleshoot AC/DC motor drives. Topics include: electronic motor drives, single-phase AC motors, three-phase AC motors, Inverters, branch circuit protection, and overload protection, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. (Career Course). ELCT 2085. Semiconductor Devices & Circuits II. 2 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, and troubleshoot more complex semiconductor circuits. Topics include: BJT amplifier analysis, FET amplifiers, Operational amplifier characteristics and applications, oscillators, and thyristors. (Career Course). ELCT 2090. Instrument and Control Systems. 2 Units.
Provides knowledge and skills to analyze, construct, program, and troubleshoot instrumentation and control systems used in industrial proceses. Topics include: sensors, controllers, PLC's, construction, application, calibration, installation and removal of equipment, proces control operation (PID loops, single and cascade), input/output, procesing and programming, and Human Machine Interface (HMI) software. (Career Course). ELCT 2100. PC Maintenance and Troubleshooting II. 4 Units.
This course provides advanced knowledge and skills for the student to install, maintain and troubleshoot microcomputer systems. Topics include software diagnostics, hardware diagnostics, system upgrading of primary and secondary storage devices, video systems, input devices and printers. ELCT 2115. Robotics. 2 Units.
Explores basic robotic concepts. Studies in typical application environments. Topics include: robot history and fundamentals, robot classification, power sources, robot application in the workplace, robot control techniques, path control, end of arm tooling robot operation and robot controllers, controller architecture in a system, robotic language programming, and human interface issues. Use of the robots on the Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems (CIMS) will provide the laboratory requirements. (Career Course). ELCT 2116. Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIMS). 2 Units.
Introduces the concepts, terminology, and programming of Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIMs). Allows students to work in instructor-supervised teams, assembling and operating an automated production system. Reviews system electrical, electronic and mechanical principles and equipment as it applies to a flexible manufacturing system, in this case the Computer Integrated Manufacturing System (CIMs). (Career Course). ELCT 2120. A+ Certification Review. 3 Units.
Provides a review and summary of knowledge from previous courses, enhances understanding of operating systems, and helps the student prepare for the A+ Certi-fication Exam. (Career Course). ELCT 2125. Telecommunications Principles. 3 Units.
Provides an overview of current telecommunications technologies. Topics include: telecommunications history, system features, modulation techniques, multiplexing techniques, transmission media, telephone network, wireless communication, data communication protocols, LANs, WANs, ISDN, ATM, networking technologies. (Career Course). GRPH CoursesGRPH 1120. Applied Computer Graphics. 3 Units.
This course provides an introduction to computer graphics using various applications. Topics covered include terminology, hardware, and application software necessary to produce computer generated graphics and presentations. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) GRPH 1141. Engineering Graphics I. 3 Units.
Engineering Graphics I is the introductory course for students majoring in Technical Graphics and 3D Design. The course will introduce engineering graphics and its role in the engineering and manufacturing process. Concepts and skills include beginning sketching, orthographic projection, and descriptive geometry. (Career Course). (F) GRPH 1143. Engineering Graphics II. 3 Units.
This course will expand knowledge and skill levels in projection methods including isometric perspective projection. The course will also introduce students to dimensioning and sectioning. (Career Course). (F) GRPH 1151. Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD I). 3 Units.
This course introduces basic concepts and techniques necessary for 2D CAD applications. Topics include terminology, CAD commands, Geometrical construction, modification and basic CAD printing skills. This course will also introduce and apply basic drafting fundamentals and concepts. (Career Course). (F,M) GRPH 1153. Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD II). 3 Units.
This course expands 2D CAD knowledge and skill into the use of 3D CAD. Includes concepts such as 3D space, 3D tools, solids modeling, and advanced modeling concepts and commands. The student will be introduced to the AutoLisp programming language. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) GRPH 1161. Architectural Drafting I. 3 Units.
This course will introduce the student to architectural sketching and drawing skills necessary to produce a set of construction drawings using basic CAD software. Topics include floor, footing, and foundation plans; interior and exterior elevations; sections and details; window, door,and finish schedules; site plans and specifications. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) GRPH 2247. Design Processes. 3 Units.
This course will include the study of design processes used in a variety of technical fields, including, but not limited to, engineering and architectural disciplines.This course will promote sustainable design standards and relate these to case studies. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) GRPH 2255. Modeling, Rendering and Animation. 3 Units.
This course, a study in Computer Generated Imagery (CGI), introduces 3D modeling and rendering techniques used to create photo-realistic renderings, animation, and presentations using a production workflow sequence. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (F) GRPH 2257. CAD Machine Drafting I. 3 Units.
This course introduces components and design concepts used in creating machine drawings and working drawings. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) GRPH 2259. CAD Machine Drafting II. 3 Units.
This course brings drafting concepts together. Subjects include working drawings, sheet layout, zoning, bill of materials, and assembly drawings. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) GRPH 2263. Architectural Drafting II. 3 Units.
This course continues in-depth architectural drawing practice and develops architectural design skills. Plans are designed to meet applicable codes. Topics include floor, footing, and foundation plans; interior and exterior elevations; sections and details; window, door, and finish schedules; site plans and specifications. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) GRPH 2274. Special Problems in CAD. 3 Units.
This course will provide students with case studies in design to further develop problem solving skills in discipline-specific areas. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). (S) LPNS CoursesLPNS 1103. Introduction to Nutrition and Diet Therapy. 2 Units.
This course provides basic principles of nutrition. It focuses on developing an understanding of the food guide pyramid and how proper nutrition influences health and wellness. Skills will be practiced to enhance communication of optimal nutritional habits to the patient/client for needs throughout the life cycle. (Career Course). (F,S,M) LPNS 1105. Pharmacology. 3 Units.
This course provides the student with basic skills to compute dosages and solutions calculation. Content includes broad drug classification, action, common side effects and criteria for evaluating effectiveness of drug therapy. Students will practice the procedures for medication administration in a simulated clinical environment. (Career Course). (F,S,M) LPNS 1109. LPN Skills I. 4 Units.
The first of two courses. This course assists students in developing the knowledge and skills needed to perform basic nursing procedures. Through emphasis on the nursing process students are taught the basic principles and concepts involved in meeting the needs of the individual patient. Topics include: orientation to the profession, ethics and law, community health, cultural diversity, and basic nursing procedures. (Career Course). (F,S) LPNS 1111. Nursing Skills II. 4 Units.
Continuation of LPNS 1109 focusing on development of more complex nursing skills. Emphasis is on the study of geriatric nursing. Clinical experience occurs in a skilled nursing home and/or the acute care setting. (Career Course). (F,S) LPNS 1120. Medical/Surgical I. 6 Units.
The first of three courses. This course asists students in developing knowledge, skills and attitudes in the care of adults. Special emphasis is on utilizing the nursing proces in meeting the individual patient's needs. Contents include: common illness/ disorders related to the respiratory, cardiovascular, and urinary and sensory systems. Each unit of study includes: pharmacology, diet, therapy, psychosocial, cultural aspects, and support of the terminally ill and dying. All curriculum threads are continuous. Clinical experience is in the acute care setting. (Career Course). (F,S,M) LPNS 1121. Medical/Surgical II. 6 Units.
Emphasis on common illness/disorders of the reproductive, endocrine, and gastrointestinal systems and oncology. Clinical experience is in the acute care setting. (Career Course). (F,S) LPNS 1130. Medical/Surgical III. 6 Units.
Emphasis is on common illness/disorders of the musculoskeletal, eye, nose, the neurological, integumentary systems, and mental health. Clinical experience is in the acute care setting. (Career Course). (F,M) LPNS 1140. Obstetrics. 5 Units.
This course is structured toward the utilization of the nursing process and nursing skills applicable to the family, maternal and newborn care. Instruction focus will lend itself to relevant pharmacology, diet therapy, and nursing interventions associated with the complicated and uncomplicated stages of labor, delivery, puerperium and newborn care. (Career Course). (F,S) LPNS 1141. Pediatrics. 5 Units.
This course is structured toward the utilization of the nursing process and nursing skills applicable to child care in the home and hospital setting. Instruction focus will lend itself to relevant pharmacology, diet therapy, normal growth and development, and nursing interventions associated with health prevention and disease/disorders of all body systems. (Career Course). (F,S) LPNS 1150. Nursing Leadership I. 2 Units.
The first of two courses. Provides students with concepts and issues related to leadership, management and safe health care delivery. (Career Course). (S,M) LPNS 1151. Nursing Leadership II. 2 Units.
Continuation of LPNS 1150. Mid-management skills are introduced utilizing the team nursing concept with multiple assignment. Clinical experience is in a skilled nursing home or acute care settings. (Career Course). (F,M) MFGT CoursesMFGT 1207. Industrial Safety I. 3 Units.
Study of accidents and their causes, the cost of accidents, appraising safety performance, safety, inspection, planning and maintaining a safe environment or organization; also administration of school, shop and industrial accident prevention programs. (Career Course). MFGT 1208. Industrial Safety II. 3 Units.
An in-depth study of the organization of accident prevention programs, job hazards, analysis, accident cost control, inspections, reports, records and safety standards as established by the federal and state governments. (Career Course). MFGT 1210. Occupational Health and Safety. 3 Units.
This course reviews the OSHA requirements, paperwork and resources for safety professionals. Areas covered are the OSHA standards for OSHA certification, voluntary compliance industrial standards, welding safety, ladders, scaffolding, platforms, steps/stairs, confined space lock out, respiratory, blood born pathogens, rules, regulations, history, record keeping, citations, compliance requirements, elevated platforms, trips, and falls. (Career Course). MFGT 1269. Time and Motion. 3 Units.
This course incorporates an analysis of work methods and work measurement systems in manufacturing plants. (Career Course). MFGT 2101. Fundamentals of Manufacturing. 3 Units.
An exceptional exploration of manufacturing principles, the functioning team and basic improvement practices. Also covered are manufacturing improvement pro-grams, manufacturing teams, the process, sources of process waste, improvement, continual improvement, basic statistics for improvement, statistical process control charts, process capability and improvement. (Career Course). MFGT 2215. Safety Management. 3 Units.
This course will help students develop behavioral and management safety skills necessary for business and industry. It presents fundamental elements that form an effective safety program. The elements are designed with situations and ideas that allow for a successful implementation of a safety program. The necessary OSHA forms, data collection, reporting and posting is covered. This course is applicable for the safety and non-safety professional responsible for safety function. Through case studies, measurement and monitoring techniques, including recommendations for implementation, this course covers management strategies to effectively evaluate safety programs. (Career Course). MGMT CoursesMGMT 2201. Introduction to Management. 3 Units.
This course is designed to familiarize students with the basic functions of the management process applicable to all types of organizations. Major emphasis is devoted to planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling, and is presented in the context of political, societal, regulatory, ethical, global and technical forces. (Career Course). MGMT 2255. Multicutural Business Environments. 3 Units.
Introduces the student to the nature and process of communication in relation to culture, to understand cultural barriers to communication and to examine strategies for bridging those barriers. (Career Course). MLTS CoursesMLTS 1101. Introduction to Health Sciences. 3 Units.
The student is introduced to the health sciences environment and language. The hospital as an organization is discussed, as well as the role of each major department. The concepts, personnel, and work flow of the clinical laboratory is discussed in detail, as an example of health care application. Other topics include professional ethics, regulatory agencies, legal concepts as applied to confidentiality and patients rights, infection control, and safety. Students will learn venipuncture/capillary puncture techniques, equipment, application, and specimen processing. Enrollment is limited to students of the Medical Laboratory, Medical Office, or Phlebotomy programs. (Career Course). MLTS 1102. Phlebotomy Clinical Practicum 1-11-5. 5 Units.
Students receive clinical application of the venipuncture and micropuncture skills learned in MLTS 1101. Five days per week students are assigned to an area hospital where they work under the direct supervision of a preceptor. Students return to campus one afternoon per week for problem-solving and review. (Career Course). MLTS 1103. Hematology/Coagulation I. 3 Units.
Introduces the fundamental formation of normal blood cells and some disease states related to hematopoiesis. Safety and quality control are also included throughout the course. Instrumentation relating to hematology is introduced. (Career Course). MLTS 1104. Hematology/Coagulation II. 3 Units.
Coagulation and related diseases, instrumentation relating to coagulation, critical level, blood cell dyscrasias, special stains, leukemias/lymphomas, flow cytometry, safety and quality control are covered. (Career Course). MLTS 1105. Serology/Immunology. 3 Units.
Introduces the fundamental theory and techniques applicable to serology and immunology practice in the clinical laboratory. Topics include: immune system, antigen and antibody reactions, common clinical applications, serological/microbiological applications, common serological techniques, and safety and quality control. (Career Course). MLTS 1106. Blood Bank. 3 Units.
Provides an in-depth study of immunohematology principles and practices as applicable to medical laboratory technology. Topics include: genetic theory and clinical implications, immunology, donor collection, pre-transfusion testing, management of disease statistics, and safety and quality control. (Career Course). MLTS 1107. Clinical Chemistry. 4 Units.
Develops concepts and techniques of clinical chemistry applicable to medical laboratory technology. Topics include: carbohydrates, electrolytes and acid-base balance, nitrogenous compounds, enzymes and endocrinology, bilirubin metabolism, lipids, toxicology and therapeutic drug monitoring, and safety and quality control. (Career Course). MLTS 1112. Urinalysis/Parasitology. 3 Units.
Provides theory and techniques of urinalysis. Urinalysis topics include: significance, correlation to disease states, physical, chemical and microscopic urinalysis theory and practice. Selected types of other body fluids will be discussed to discover their significance and uses in disease correlation. This class also introduces concepts and techniques used in the identification of selected human parasites. (Career Course). MLTS 1118. Instrumentation and Computer Applications in the. 4 Units.
Clinical Laboratory 2-2-3Provides an introduction to basic physics concepts used in clinical laboratory instrumentation. Examines, in detail, selected equipment in the laboratory representing the principles of cell counting, spectrophotometry, continuous-flow analysis, and radioimmunoassay. Computer concepts, applications, and interfacing with laboratory instrumentation is introduced. Satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). MLTS 1190. Medical Laboratory Clinical Practicum I. 1 Unit.
Introduces Medical Laboratory Technician students to the hospital environment. Students gain experience with venipuncture and microcapillary techniques while working under the direction of a hospital preceptor. (Career Course). MLTS 1191. Medical Laboratory Clinical Practicum II. 1 Unit.
Resumes the clinical experience begun in Medical Laboratory Technology 1190. Students rotate through selected departments in the clinical laboratory to apply and complement concepts and applications learned in previous Medical Laboratory Tech-nology courses. Introduces students to problem solving at the clinical level. (Career Course). MLTS 2218. Microbiology. 4 Units.
Introduces fundamental clinical microbiology theory and techniques applicable to disease state identification. Topics include: isolation techniques, biochemical techniques, anti-microbial sensitivity, safety and quality control, and disease processes. (Career Course). MLTS 2290. Medical Laboratory Clinical Practicum III. 12 Units.
Full-time supervised experience in an affiliated clinical laboratory. Students will rotate among designated laboratory sections where they will work side by side with, and be under the supervision of, medical technologists and the laboratory director, to develop professional skills in the practice of medical laboratory technology. (Career Course). MLTS 2291. Medical Laboratory Clinical Practicum IV. 4 Units.
Full-time supervised experience in an affiliated clinical laboratory. Students will rotate among designated laboratory sections where they will work side by side with, and be under the supervision of medical technologists and the laboratory director, to develop professional skills in the practice of medical laboratory technology. (Career Course). MOAS CoursesMOAS 1110. Clinical Procedures I. 3 Units.
An introduction into the medical asisting field. Students learn both clinical and communication skills that are performed in the physician's office including the care, use and sterilization of instruments, how to obtain vital signs, and administer electrocardiograms, how to drape and position patients for examination, application of dresings and bandages, and how to asist with minor surgical procedures in the office setting. Students will have met state requirements and been approved by the Department of Human Resources to work with x-ray equipment upon succesful program completion. (Career Course). (F,S) MOAS 1111. Clinical Procedures II. 3 Units.
Furthers the student's knowledge of the more complex activities in a physician's office. Topics include: collection/examination of specimens; venipuncture; urinalysis; administration of medications including oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal medications; first aid and CPR; physical therapy procedures; and principles of radiology safety. MOAS 1190. Clinical Practicum. 5 Units.
Introduces Medical Laboratory Technician students to the hospital environment. Students gain experience with venipuncture and microcapillary techniques while working under the direction of a hospital preceptor. (Career Course). MRKT CoursesMRKT 2210. Introduction to Marketing. 3 Units.
An introduction to the principles of marketing. This course examines the activities of individuals and organizations which encourage and facilitate exchanges of values. It includes research, physical distribution, product planning, pricing and promotional activities. These concepts are examined as they apply to marketing of goods and services, in profit and non-profit sectors, in both domestic and global markets. (Career Course). MRKT 2211. Professional Selling. 3 Units.
An introduction to selling principles with attention to the busines-to-busines market and the consumer. It examines the role of personal selling in the firm's marketing strategy, communication, psychology, and sales techniques. Students will be required to develop and deliver effective sales presentations. (Career Course). MRKT 2214. Advertising and Sales Promotion. 3 Units.
Emphasizes the role of advertising in the marketing of goods and services. Discus-sions on the different uses of advertising, types of media, how advertising is created, budgeting, agency functions and social and economic aspects of the industry. Advertising display, copy and art work preparation, printing and selection of media are also covered. (Career Course). MRKT 2218. Retail Organization and Management. 3 Units.
Examines the organization of the retail establishment to reach its goals. The course includes the study of site selection, internal layout, store operations, budgeting and security, the retailing mix, the buying process, pricing, and selling. (Career Course). MRKT 2220. Customer Relationship Development. 3 Units.
This course presents a comprehensive approach to creating, maintaining, and expanding customer relationships. By combining theory with best practices and applications of proven customer service techniques, it is designed to help those in marketing and management positions to better understand how to motivate their employees and serve their customers by infusing a customer service attitude into the organization. (Career Course). OADM CoursesOADM 1101. Office Accounting Procedures. 3 Units.
Students are introduced to the accounting cycle with emphasis on accounting procedures typical in the service business. Students prepare financial statements, work with journals and ledgers, prepare banking statements, and develop skill in the use of spreadsheet software. Peachtree Accounting software is also used in this course, which includes setting up a new business, creating the chart of accounts, recording transactions into the general Journal and posting to the general ledger, creating reports for financial statements (income statement and balance sheet) and discussing how these are used to make business decisions. OADM 1102. Intermediate Office Accounting Procedures. 3 Units.
Students continue with the principles learned in OADM 1101, and will learn the procedures for accounting receivables and payables, promissory notes, bad debts, depreciation, accruals and deferrals, partnerships, and corporations. Students use EXCEL and Peachtree to work toward enhancing the skills in the computer environment. Students learn how to add customer and vendor accounts in the Peachtree environment. OADM 1104. Small Business Accounting Systems. 3 Units.
A study of accounting procedures using computer simulation packages. Students will create and manipulate data in the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, as well other procedures needed for small businesses. (Offered as needed). (F,S,M) OADM 1120. Workplace Communication Skills. 3 Units.
A basic course in the effective use of oral and written communication skills related to the workplace. Emphasis is on effective preparation and presentation of workplace information. (Offered as needed). OADM 1140. Basic Keyboarding. 1 Unit.
Students are taught the type-by-touch method of keyboarding, as well as file management, and some basic features of Microsoft Office and Word 2007. This course meets the computer literacy requirement. OADM 1150. Document Processing I. 3 Units.
Students are taught the type-by-touch method of keyboarding, file management, and features of Microsoft Office and Word 2007. As the course progresses, students develop skills in formatting business letters, memos, tables, reports applying features of Microsoft Word in preparing these documents. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, proofreading, prioritizing, and decision-making skills. Grammar and spelling rules are also reinforced in this course. This course meets the computer literacy requirement. OADM 1151. Document Processing II. 3 Units.
Students continue to develop skills in preparing business documents using advanced features in Microsoft Word. Students format reports in MLA style and APA style. Time management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are important components of this course. Grammar, number rules, capitalization rules, comma rules are reinforced. Speed-building and accuracy are stressed. This course meets the computer literacy requirement. OADM 1159. Medical Office Procedures. 3 Units.
Emphasis on the production of medical correspondence and various types of medical forms used in the clinical setting. Students will be responsible for transcribing in-depth history and physical reports, case studies, operative reports and follow-up visits. A wide variety of insurance forms will be used extensively. A research paper is required. Sources must include the Internet as well as the usual literary materials. (Career Course). (F,M) OADM 1208. Mathematics for Office Careers. 3 Units.
Students develop skills in the fundamental processes of fractions, percentages, averages, interest, and the application of these skills to business situations. OADM 1214. Medical Machine Transcription I. 3 Units.
Designed to orient the student to the various medical reports and terminology used daily in the medical office. The student will learn to use dictation equipment by using cassettes to transcribe medical reports. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). OADM 1215. Medical Machine Transcription II. 3 Units.
Continuation of Medical Machine Transcription I. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). OADM 1216. Medical Machine Transcription III. 3 Units.
Continuation of Medical Machine Transcription II. Includes a practicum in a health care facility. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (Career Course). OADM 1220. Office Procedures. 3 Units.
Students enhance their research skills as they prepare research papers on topics such as international customs, and they develop advanced presentation skills using electronic media. Teamwork is stressed, and students serve as both team managers and team members as they play and coordinate presentations and present finding on topics concerning meetings, travel, leadership skills, management of paper and electronic records, telecommunications, business ethics, postal services, lifelong learner concepts, and virtual workplace management skills. This class satisfies the computer literacy requirement. OADM 1230. Business English. 3 Units.
Students study English grammar and punctuation principles as they apply to communication in Business. Emphasis is placed on subject/verb agreement, verb tense, punctuation rules, recognizing and correcting run-on sentences, comma-splice errors, and sentence fragments. Students are taught to recognize active and passive voice and when to use the appropriate voice in business documents. OADM 1232. Business Communications. 3 Units.
Students must be able to transfer/assimilate their English/writing skills and their computer/document processing skills to be successful in this course. Students develop skills in communicating good/neutral news messages, unpleasant news messages, and persuasive messages with professionalism for the business world. Students are case studies, and they must read and prepare the appropriate written responses. Students also prepare an employment package. Critical thinking, time-management, and decision making skills are emphasized in this course. OADM 1240. Desktop Publishing. 3 Units.
This advanced level course requires students to develop desktop publishing skills for the workplace. Students complete assignments covering reports, letterhead and memorandum design, two- and three-column newsletters, booklets, and brochures, certificates, awards, promotional materials, business cards, labels, scanned items, graphics elements, WordArt images, advanced line formatting, merge, and style features. Students compile a portfolio of their work to submit to prospective employers during interviews. This class satisfies the campus literacy requirement. OADM 1242. Spreadsheet Applications. 3 Units.
Students develop skills in Windows-based spreadsheet software. Emphasis is placed on office-style activities and critical thinking skills. This course meets the computer literacy requirement. OADM 1250. Professional Development. 3 Units.
Emphasis is placed on developing job search skills and human relation skills. Each student will prepare an employment package which includes a resume, application letter, and job application form. Time is also spent on in-depth communication skills, interviewing skills, goal setting and a variety of employment issues. (Career Course). (F,S,M) |
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