2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Sep 27, 2024  
2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Office Administration Technology

  
  
  • OFMG 2410 - Administrative Support Systems and Procedures


    Administrative Support Systems and Procedures is designed to teach problem solving and creative thinking for the student pursuing a career as an office professional. The course is taught from the perspective of an administrative office manager and explores the legal and interpersonal environment and the effects of ethical business practices. The student will learn job functions that are common to most offices and how specific skills are applied to accomplish tasks and follow procedures.

     

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: OFMG 1040 and OFMG 2400 4 Credit Hours - 4 Lecture Hours (F)

    Credits: 4


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Philosophy

  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Physical Education

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Physical Science

  

Physics

  
  
  
  
  
  

Political Science

  
  

Pre-Engineering

  
  • ENGR 1110 - Engineering Graphics


    Engineering Graphics covers the prinicples 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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    3 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours (F)

    Credits: 3


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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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: DSPW 0800 and DSPR 0800/0870 or appropriate entrance scores. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: DSPR 0800/0870 and DSPW 0800 or appropriate entrace scores.
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours

    Credits: 3


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Quality

  

Reading

  
  
  

Social Services

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Social Work

  
  
  • SOWK 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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: DSPR 0800/0870, DSPW 0800 or appropriate entrance scores. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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  • SOWK 1030 - 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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: DSPR 0800/0870, DSPW 0800 or appropriate entrance scores. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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  • SOWK 2500 - Interviewing and Recording Skills


    Interviewing and Recording 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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: SOWK 1010 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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Society and Fitness

  

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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: DSPR 0800/0870 and DSPW 0800 or appropriate entrance scores. 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours (Variable)

    Credits: 3


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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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program.
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours

    Credits: 3


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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; intradepartmental 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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program.
    Corequisite: SURG 1011
    3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours

    Credits: 3


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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.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Surgical Technology program.
    Corequisite: SURG 1010
    1 Credit Hour - 10 Lab Hours

    Credits: 1


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