2014-2015 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 30, 2024  
2014-2015 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Physics

  

Political Science

  
  
  

Pre-Engineering

  
  • ENGR 1110 - ♦Engineering Graphics


    Engineering Graphics covers the principles and methods that are utilized in modern engineering and technology graphics which are used in determining space relations of points, lines, planes, and their combination. This course places major emphasis on development of drafting skills and introduction to sketching, drafting instruments, computer software for graphic representations and problem-solving. Emphasis is placed on orthographic projection, auxiliary views, pictorial drawings, dimensioning methods, and sectioning with adherence to current drafting standards. Computer-aided drafting and design software will also be introduced and utilized.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 (F)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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Psychology

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • PSYC 2500 - ♦Behavior Modification


    Behavior Modification is an introduction to the terminology, principles and procedures used in behavioral modification. Application of behavior modification principles to both individual and social contexts will be emphasized. Topics include: behavioral assessment; basic learning; principles; procedures to establish new behaviors; procedures to increase desirable behavior and decrease undesirable behavior; and other behavioral change procedures, including token economies and behavioral contracts.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: ENGL 0870 and READ 0870 or appropriate entrance scores.

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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  • PSYC 2900 - ♦Motivation and Emotion


    Motivation and Emotion is an introduction to the major theoretical perspectives underlying the processes of motivation and emotion. This class will examine the biological, psychological, and social bases that direct our behavior. Topics include: autonomy, extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, achievement, affiliation, goal-setting, self-efficacy, learned helplessness, the role of personality in motivation and emotion, the unconscious, and growth motivation.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: READ 0870 and ENGL 0870, or appropriate entrance scores.

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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Quality

  

Reading

  

Service Learning

  
  • SRVL 1020 - ♦Introduction to Service Learning


    Introduction to Service Learning is a course that offers field-based experiential learning using community partners as an instructional strategy and required as part of the course. The course will give students a direct experience with issues in the curriculum and with ongoing efforts to analyze and solve problems in the community. A key element in the course is the opportunity students have to both reflect in a classroom setting on their service learning experience and to apply what they are learning in real world settings. The course will model the idea that giving something back to the community is an important college outcome and that working with community partners is good preparation for citizenship, work and life. Students are required to complete 30 hours of community service.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: None

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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Social Work

  
  • SWRK 1020 - ♦Professional Values and Ethics


    Professional Values and Ethics examines personal, professional and social values and teaches skills necessary for making ethical decisions in the professions of social work and social services. The course focuses on core professional values, principles and ethical standards that are the basis for understanding ethical issues, examining possible resolutions and their potential outcomes and addressing ethical concerns in relation to the roles of students, client, professional, social worker, and supervisor. Malpractice risk and liability issues will also be covered in this course.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: READ 0870, ENGL 0870, or appropriate entrance scores.

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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  • SWRK 2020 - ♦Cultural Diversity


    Cultural Diversity introduces students to patterns, dynamics and historical perspectives of cultural diversity and examines social justice issues and consequences of oppression, economic deprivation and discrimination. The course also explores the concept of embracing diversity relative to race, ethnicity, cultural, class, gender, affectional orientation, religion and age. Students have opportunities to study the similarities and differences between people’s experiences, needs and beliefs.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: READ 0870, ENGL 0870, or appropriate entrance scores.

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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  • SWRK 2040 - ♦Interviewing Skills


    Interviewing Skills focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary for generalist social workers to conduct and record interviews effectively and appropriately. Students study interview and recording techniques and learn to apply the techniques and skills to social work practices using role-play and video-taped scenarios. Emphasis is also placed on systems theory and its application to the selection of appropriate techniques for various populations and levels of practice.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: SWRK 2010

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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Society and Fitness

  
  • SOCW 2010 - ♦Fitness, Wellness and Society


    Fitness, Wellness and Society explores the relationship between modern lifestyles, physical activities and physical wellness. Students will develop an understanding of social and cultural impacts on concepts and behavior related to personal fitness, wellness and lifestyles in American society. The course focuses on defining, organizing and implementing wellness programs that contribute to personal health maintenance and enhance the quality of life.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: None

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.

    Approved course for TBR/Northeast State’s General Education Core.


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Sociology

  
  
  
  
  
  

Spanish

  
  
  
  
  
  

Special Education

  
  • SPED 2300 - ♦Exceptional Learners


    Exceptional Learners covers issues and professional practice influencing the education of exceptional learners. The course focuses on the physical, psychological and learning needs and characteristics of exceptional learners. The course also examines such issues as inclusion, legislation, regulations and litigations related to special education; and the functions of the referral network. Instructional techniques are discussed for the effective teaching of exceptional learners. Field experience/observation is required.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (Variable)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: READ 0870 and ENGL 0870 or appropriate entrance scores.

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.


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Speech

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Surgical Technology

  
  
  • SURG 1005 - Surgical Terminology and Pharmacology


    Surgical Terminology and Pharmacology is designed for public and allied health professionals who need to read and interpret health and medical reports, research reports and/or professional literature. Topics include an analysis of the authorization of medical terms related to various disorders with a focus on punctuation and spelling, basic word structure, abbreviations and symbols and the body and its systems. Additional focus will include the biomedical and pharmacological effects of therapeutic drugs on the human body, positive and negative reactions to drugs and interaction effects between and among drugs. Attention will be given to metric-weight and measures, terminology, case and handling of drugs, classification of drugs and anesthesia.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (F)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program.

    Note: Course not designed for transfer.


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  • SURG 1010 - Surgical Technology and Patient Care I


    Surgical Technology and Patient Care I covers the duties of the surgical technologist; the surgical team members; hospitals and their backgrounds; hospital organization and management; physical aspects of the operating room; interdepartmental relations; communication and rapport; the development of surgery; and identifying ethical, moral and legal responsibilities. The course also introduces students to patient care concepts and practices and instructional components of electricity, physics, robotics and computer skills are reviewed.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (F)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program.

    Corequisite: SURG 1011.

    Note: Course not designed for transfer.


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  • SURG 1011 - Surgical Technology and Patient Care Laboratory I


    Surgical Technology and Patient Care Laboratory I introduces students to surgical procedures, incisions, wound closure, operative pathology and common complications that arise in general and specialty surgery. Students gain preparation to work under medical supervision to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. Particular emphasis is on operating room furniture, instrumentation, supplies, equipment and establishing the sterile field.

    Credit Hours: 1

    Lab Hours: 10 (F)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program.

    Corequisite: SURG 1010

    Note: Course not designed for transfer.


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Theatre

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Welding/Metal Fabrication Technology

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • WELD 1410 - Metallurgy and Materials Testing


    Metallurgy and Materials Testing teaches students to process and examine metallorgraphic specimens and to identify material microscopically; to apply hardness and tensile tests and interpret results; to demonstrate an understanding of metals and their crystalline structure; and to understand the effects of heat, rates of heating and cooling, as well as alloying elements on metals. The course also includes an introduction to the mechanical testing of metals for strength, hardness, and mechanical properties.

    Credit Hours: 4

    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6 (S)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: None

    Note: Course not designed for transfer.


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Women’s Studies

  
  • WMST 2010 - ♦Introduction to Women’s Studies


    Introduction to Women’s Studies is an introduction to the interdisciplinary academic field which considers the complexity and stimulates critical thought about issues related to sex and gender in modern culture. Students learn about definitions of and views about sex and gender from such fields as sociology, women’s studies, men’s studies, education, language, political science, psychology, and biology.

    Credit Hours: 3

    Lecture Hours: 3 (F, S)

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: READ 0870, ENGL 0870, or appropriate entrance scores.

    Note: ♦ Course designed for transfer.

    Approved course for TBR/Northeast State’s General Education Core.


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